Settings

This dialog is used to specify and parameterize the network adapter to be used for communication with the EtherCAT Open Mode.

OS IP settings

The settings used by the operating system are adopted and used for the network adapter.

Manual IP Settings

Changes can be made to the network settings.

Communication Settings

This option controls the communication type.

The "RAW" setting is intended for local networks and communicates on layer 2. We recommend cycle times between 1...45 ms.

The setting "UDP" communicates on layer 4 and should be used for routing-capable and WLAN networks. We recommend cycle times between 5...45 ms. For WLAN networks it is recommended that the cycle times do not fall below 10 ms.

In addition, the SM watchdog time of EtherCAT devices must be taken into account when setting the cycle time.