Configuring the lower master

This chapter explains how to configure the lower master (EtherCAT master) of the CX8110. Once the configuration is complete, the lower master fetches the distributed clock from the slave interface.

Proceed as follows:

1. In the tree view on the left, click on the EtherCAT master of the CX8110.
Configuring the lower master 1:

2. Click the EtherCAT tab, then the Advanced Settings button. The Advanced Settings window opens.

3. Enable the option DC Time controlled by CCAT Time (Master Mode).
Configuring the lower master 2:

In the next step you can configure the CX8110 diagnostics.