Key features
- 16 bit PCMCIA card allowing for 8 or 16 bit access
- ARCNET controller COM20022
- Bit rates 156 kbit/s to 10 Mbit/s
- Mapping of the COM20022 registers into the I/O and
- memory space of the PC
- Fast controller access via Advanced-Memory Mode
- PCMCIA Type I card, 3.3 mm high
Order information
| Order name | Short discription |
|---|---|
| SH ARC-PCMCIA | PCMCIA ARCNET card with one port for an interface module type „PCMCIA“ |
| Order name | Bit rate | Signal | Socket | Cable type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SH KOAX-PCMCIA | 2.5 Mbit/s | sine dipulse | BNC | coaxial cable RG-62 |
| SH LWLSM-PCMCIA | 156.25 kbit/s – 2.5 Mbit/s | optical | ST/BFOC | single-mode fibers |
| SH LWLSMA-PCMCIA | 156.25 kbit/s – 2.5 Mbit/s | optical | FSMA | multi-mode fibers |
| SH LWLST-PCMCIA | 156.25 kbit/s – 2.5 Mbit/s | optical | ST/BFOC | multi-mode fibers |
| SH LWLTOS-PCMCIA | 156.25 kbit/s – 2.5 Mbit/s | optical | TODX296/TOSLINK | multi-mode fibers |
| SH RS485-PCMCIA | 156.25 kbit/s – 10 Mbit/s | RS-485/EIA-485 | DE-9/D-sub | twisted pair cable |
| SH RS485AC-BNC-PCMCIA | 2.5–10 Mbit/s | RS485AC | BNC | coaxial cable RG-62 |
| SH RS485AC-RJ45-PCMCIA | 2.5–10 Mbit/s | RS485AC | RJ45 | twisted pair cable |
| SH TWP-PCMCIA | 2.5 Mbit/s | sine dipulse | RJ45 | twisted pair cable |
Scope of application
The SH ARC-PCMCIA is a PCMCIA ARCNET adapter particularly for use in laptops in industrial environments. The device is available with various ARCNET interface modules for connection to ARCNET networks with different signaling methods (sine dipulse, RS-485/EIA-485, RS485AC and optical) via coaxial, twisted pair or fiber optic cables.
When you change to a PC with PCMCIA interface the card can immediately substitute other SOHARD ARCNET network adapters, if your application is using the SOHARD RAW ARCNET interface and the corresponding driver. Your application needs not to be changed.
Design & Functionality
The SH ARC-PCMCIA is a type I card conforming to the PCMCIA Standard 2.1.
Field bus connection
ARCNET interface modules (to be ordered separately) are connected to the SH ARC-PCMCIA by a shielded, integrated cable. The interface modules are housed in solid metal casings. A protective logic prevents the coaxial transceiver from being destroyed due to incorrect bit rates or mode.
Two LEDs at the ARCNET interface module indicate ARCNET activity and host access.
For technical information on the SOHARD ARCNET interface modules usable with the card, please have a look at our product datasheet “ARCNET Interface Modules”.
Specification
- Compatibility: ANSI/ATA 878.1, PCMCIA spec. V2.1, CE for industrial environment
- Power requirements: 5 V from PC, 1.5 W max. w/o interface module
- Temperature range, operation: 0°C to +55°C
- Temperature range, storage: -20°C to +85°C
- Dimensions (w/h/d), in mm: 54/3.3/86 (acc. to PCMCIA spec. V2.1)
- Weight: max 200 g (incl. Packaging)