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DH-485 Industrial Local Area Network Overview
DH-485 Industrial Local Area Network Overview
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DH-485 is a local area network (LAN) designed for factory-floor applications. DH-485 allows for connection up to 32 devices, including SLC 500 and MicroLogix 1000 controllers, graphic terminals, and personal computers. The DH-485 link together with auxiliary RS-232-C (DF1 protocol) links make up the DH-485 network. With RSLinx software installed on a PC, communication with other nodes on the network is possible.