Communications Basics + IO Link

Course Overview

This hands-on course covers Ethernet/IP communications, inter-processor networking, and IO-Link technology for ControlLogix systems. Students learn to configure remote I/O, establish peer-to-peer messaging, integrate Allen-Bradley and third-party devices, and implement IO-Link masters and smart sensors.

Topics Covered

• Ethernet/IP protocol fundamentals

• Configuring Ethernet/IP communications to remote processors

• Producer/Consumer tag data exchange

• Message instructions for peer-to-peer communications

• Remote I/O configuration over Ethernet/IP

• Remote connections to Allen-Bradley devices (VFDs, servos, Point I/O)

• Third-party device integration (cameras, flow meters, gauges)

• IO-Link technology overview and benefits

• IO-Link master/hub configuration

• Smart sensor integration via IO-Link

Hands-On Lab Exercises

• Configure Ethernet/IP communications between processors

• Set up Producer/Consumer tags for real-time data sharing

• Implement MSG instructions for peer-to-peer messaging

• Add and configure remote I/O modules

• Connect to VFDs and servo drives over Ethernet/IP

• Configure IO-Link masters and connect smart devices

• Integrate third-party sensors and instruments

• Troubleshoot communication faults and network issues

Who Should Attend

This course is designed for controls engineers and maintenance technicians. No prior Ethernet/IP or IO-Link experience is required.