OVERVIEW

Official designation: GE Fanuc IC693PBS201 (Series 90-30, Profibus DP Slave Interface Module)

Role/Application: A single-slot communication module enabling the Series 90-30 PLC to function as a slave device on a Profibus DP network, supporting high-speed data exchange with a Profibus master.

KEY SPECS SUMMARY

Power: 5 VDC, 450 mA backplane draw

Interfaces / Ports: Two 9-pin D-Shell connectors

Indicators: Four status LEDs (RUN, ERR, TX, RX)

Operating Temp: 0 degrees C to 60 degrees C

Platform / Compatibility: Series 90-30 PLC systems

Limit: 12 Mbaud maximum transmission speed

Lifecycle: Discontinued/Obsolete

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Technical Specifications:

Q: What are the maximum input and output data transfer sizes per Profibus communication cycle?

A: The module supports a maximum of 244 bytes of input data and 244 bytes of output data per cycle.

Wiring & Installation:

Q: What are the functions of the two 9-pin D-Shell connectors on the module faceplate?

A: One 9-pin connector serves as the Profibus Slave interface, and the second is an RS-232 service port for firmware upgrades.

Troubleshooting & Compatibility:

Q: What must be checked in the PLC rack configuration before installing the Profibus Slave module?

A: The module must not be installed in slot 1 of a modular CPU baseplate, but any other baseplate slot is acceptable.

Replacement & Upgrades:

Q: Which CPU firmware version is required as a minimum for the IC693PBS201 module to operate correctly?

A: The Profibus Slave module requires CPU firmware version 8.00 or later for proper operation within the system.