TOP Server AutomationDirect DirectNET OPC Driver Details
Reliable Connectivity for AutomationDirect and Koyo PLCs using DirectNET protocol
The AutomationDirect DirectNET Serial driver works in conjunction with TOP Server® to provide data exchange between OPC UA, OPC DA, SuiteLink and DDE clients and AutomationDirect and Koyo devices using the Koyo DirectNET Hex Mode Protocol over Serial or Ethernet Gateway/Terminal server connections. These same PLCs were also sold under the names GE Series One (1), TI 305, and Simatic/TI 305.
Data acquisition is optimized based on upstream client demand while data integrity is ensured using extensive error handling.
AutomationDirect DirectNET Serial
This driver is available in the following
TOP Server driver suites:
FEATURES & RESOURCES
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Key Features
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Standard Features
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Advanced Features
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Device Support
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Protocols / Networks
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Videos & App Notes
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Help Files & Release Notes
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Technical Blog
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Additional Resources
AutomationDirect DirectNet Serial Key Features Include
- Maximum Number of Channels & Devices:
- Channels - 100
- Devices per Channel - 90
- COM Port Range - 1 to 999
- NOTE: Practical channel/device limits will vary depending on your available system resources
- All data types supported
- Supports Ethernet Encapsulation for using Ethernet-to-Serial converter
- Automatic Tag Database generation for plug and play ease of use
Standard AutomationDirect DirectNet Serial Features Include
- All data types supported
- TOP Server Built-In Features:
- Multi-threaded architecture for high scalability
- Runtime changes via wizard-based configuration interface with intuitive Properties Editor
- Secure User Management
- Built-in Device/Network Redundancy
- Auto-Demotion (Slow Polling)
- Extensive communication and server diagnostics (OPC / Communications / Event Log)
- For all TOP Server built-in features, click here.
AutomationDirect DirectNet Serial Advanced Features Include
- Automatic Tag Database Generation using CSV Import - formats supported:
- Program (via Export), .txt extension
- Element Documentation (via Export), Standard Format, .csv extension
- Supports Ethernet Encapsulation via Ethernet/Serial converters, Ethernet Device or Terminal servers
- Modem Support
- Automatic dial configuration
- Multiple phone number management
- Adjustable RTS Flow timing for Radio Modem communications
AutomationDirect DirectNet Serial Supported Devices (Don't See Your Device Listed? Contact Us)
- GE Series One, TI 305, Simatic/TI 305
- DL-05
- DL-06
- DL-230
- DL-240
- DL-250
- DL-260
- DL-330
- DL-340
- DL-350
- DL-430
- DL-440
- DL-450
AutomationDirect DirectNet Serial Supported Protocols / Networks
- Protocols:
- Koyo DirectNet Hex Mode Protocol
- Networks:
- Serial RS-232
- Serial RS-422
- Serial RS-485
- Ethernet Encapsulated Serial - for using Ethernet/Serial convertors, Device Servers, or Terminal server hardware from a variety of suppliers.
Videos / Guides / App Notes to Help You Get Started
To insure you get the most from your investment in TOP Server®, we provide a variety of application notes/guides and how-to videos, since we know that sometimes it helps to see someone showing you how to do things.
Driver Help Files / Release Notes
Use the below links to access TOP Server release history and driver help documentation.
Access use cases, how-tos and more
Real-world use cases, step-by-step how-to's and video tutorials - our blog contains useful resources and information to help you get connected.
TOP Server Specific Blog Posts
Additional Useful Resources
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