Step 1. Run the DF-1 Setup Utility

The DF-1 Setup Utility Program is a program provided with the Allen-Bradley DF-1 communication enabler that you can use to check the basic configuration and operation of the communication path without starting CIMPLICITY software This test utility is normally installed in C:\Program Files\GE Fanuc\Proficy CIMPLICITY\EXE directory.

You can perform the following functions:

Step 1.1

Set up PLC Properties

Step 1.2

Set up Serial Port Properties.

Step 1.3

Test Communications (Read/Write).

For this program to function, CIMPLICITY software's Allen-Bradley DF-1 communication enabler must be successfully installed. To start the installation verification program, select the DF-1 Setup icon in the CIMPLICITY menu.

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Set up Allen-Bradley DF-1 Communications.