Exclusively supports the DeviceNet protocol in Master mode, adhering to ODVA (Open DeviceNet Vendor Association) specifications (DeviceNet Specification Version 2.0). It handles core DeviceNet Master functions, including cyclic process data exchange (for real - time control), acyclic configuration/parameterization (for device setup), and network management (e.g., slave device enumeration, fault detection). It complies with DeviceNet’s master - slave communication rules, such as token - passing arbitration for bus access and timely response to slave device status requests.

Physical Form Factor: Compliant with standard PCI bus dimensions (approx. 134 mm × 107 mm × 20 mm), designed to fit into standard 32 - bit PCI slots of industrial PCs without requiring custom mounting adapters—optimized for space - constrained control cabinets.

Power Requirements: Operates on dual - voltage supply (3.3 V DC ± 5%, 5 V DC ± 5%) from the PCI bus, with typical current consumption ≤ 400 mA. This compatibility ensures stable operation with standard industrial PC power supplies, avoiding overload risks.

Integrated Memory: Equipped with on - board dual - port RAM (16 KB typical) for buffering process data. This enables simultaneous access by the PC’s CPU and the card’s dedicated communication controller, ensuring real - time synchronization between the host PC and connected DeviceNet slaves.

Connector Interface:

PC Connection: Standard PCI edge connector with gold - plated contacts, providing corrosion resistance and stable signal transmission in harsh industrial environments (e.g., dusty, humid conditions).

DeviceNet Connection: 5 - pin mini - universal connector (compliant with ODVA standards), supporting twisted - pair cabling (DeviceNet standard: 18 AWG, 2 - conductor + shield) for differential signal transmission—minimizing electromagnetic interference (EMI) in factory settings.

Certifications: UL 508 certified for industrial control equipment, CE marked for EMC compliance (per EN 61000 - 6 - 2, industrial environment), and ODVA - compliant. These certifications ensure safe, reliable operation in industrial settings and compatibility with other ODVA - certified DeviceNet devices.

Data Exchange Efficiency: Features a Hilscher proprietary ASIC (Application - Specific Integrated Circuit) as the dedicated communication controller. This offloads DeviceNet communication tasks from the PC’s main CPU, reducing CPU utilization by up to 90% during peak operation. For cyclic process data exchange, it achieves a minimum update time ≤ 2 ms (depending on data length and number of slaves), supporting process data sizes up to 248 bytes (input) / 248 bytes (output) per slave—meeting real - time control requirements of factory automation.

Diagnostic Capabilities:

LED Status Indicators: 3 LEDs for intuitive status monitoring: Power (green, active when powered), DeviceNet Bus (green, normal communication; red, bus fault/short circuit), and Slave Connection (yellow, active when slaves are connected).

Serial Diagnostic Port: RS - 232 port (9 - pin D - sub) for configuration via Hilscher’s Sycon Configurator software. It enables retrieval of detailed error logs, including bus voltage anomalies, slave disconnection events, and data transmission errors—simplifying troubleshooting and maintenance.