DS200PANAG1A - ARCNET LAN Driver Board

SPECIFICATIONS

Part Number: DS200PANAG1A
Manufacturer: General Electric
Series: Mark V
Product Type: ARCNET LAN Driver Board
Operating Temperature: 0 to 60oC (32 to 149 oF)
Availability: In Stock
Country of Manufacturer: United States (USA)

Functional Description

DS200PANAG1A is an ARCNET LAN Driver Board developed by General Electric. It is a part of Mark V system. In drive control systems, it enables efficient ARCNET communication across the COREBUS and Stage Link networks. This board serves as a daughterboard mounted on the LBC586P processor board within the R control system, ensuring seamless data transmission between essential system components.

Features

• It facilitates high-speed data exchange within the drive control architecture. It establishes communication between the LBC586P board and AAHA1/AAHA2 boards, ensuring a robust and reliable ARCNET network for real-time control and monitoring.
• The PANA board is equipped with multiple connectors that facilitate its integration within the control system:
• Unlike other control system components, the board does not require software configuration. All necessary settings are managed through hardware jumpers and switches.

Data Transmission Process

• The PANA board transfers data to the Control Engine (LBC586P) processor board through its P1 and P2 bus connectors.
• It communicates with the AAHA1 board via the APL (ARCNET Primary Link) connector.
• Similarly, it connects to the AAHA2 board using the BPL (ARCNET Backup Link) connector.
• Each board is located in position 1 of the R core, ensuring a dedicated and structured communication pathway within the system.

Connector Function

• APL ARCNET communication link to the AAHA1 board
• BPL ARCNET communication link to the AAHA2 board
• P1 Bus connection to the LBC586P board
• P2 Bus connection to the LBC586P board
• Configuration and Setup

Hardware Configuration

The board features four switches that define ARCNET addresses for the COREBUS and Stage Link communication.

• Two switches are assigned for Channel A (Stage Link).
• Two switches are assigned for Channel B (COREBUS).
• Hardware jumpers are used to configure interrupts, I/O addresses, and memory addresses for each ARCNET channel.
• These settings are factory-programmed and aligned with the system’s internal software settings.

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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is DS200PANAG1A?
It is an ARCNET LAN Driver Board developed by General Electrics.

What is the function of the board?
This board enables high-speed ARCNET communication between key components of the drive control system. It connects the LBC586P processor board with AAHA1 and AAHA2 boards, ensuring reliable data transmission.

Where is the component installed?
The board is installed as a daughterboard on the LBC586P processor board in the core of the control system.

Do I need to configure the board when replacing it?
Yes. When replacing the board, ensure that the hardware jumper settings match those of the old board to maintain proper operation.