Introduction to CIP Technologies

Learn why the Common Industrial Protocol (CIP) is an ideal network technology and gain an understanding the fundamentals of the Common Industrial Protocol (CIP), ControlNet and EtherNet/IP. This one-day training class is designed for manufacturers, users or system integrators looking to acquire a working knowledge of CIP-based networks. It is appropriate for engineers looking to increase their technical knowledge of CIP as well product marketing managers and technical writers looking to gain an increased understanding of CIP and CIP-based networks.

The following topics will be covered during the class:

CIP as an Ideal Network Technology - This segment looks at the attributes of an ideal network and how CIP addresses these points, allowing companies to solve complex control applications using one or more networking solutions.

The CIP Architecture - CIP is a media-independent protocol that forms the backbone of the EtherNet/IP, ControlNet and DeviceNet networks. This module explains four fundamental concepts that form the basis of the CIP media-independent, architecture:
• The CIP Object Model - CIP uses an object-oriented approach to provide consistency between products. This approach will be discussed including the tools used to implement it: the CIP Object Library.
• The CIP Device Model -The application layer of CIP Device Profiles to provide a standard user interface. The concept of device profiles will be explained and how their functionality can be extended to accommodate the unique features in of products from multiple vendors.
• The CIP Network Configuration Methodology - With more features come the need to configure devices without undue complexity. This section will explain how CIP addresses need using the CIP Object Library, Device Profiles and Electronic Data Sheets.
• The CIP Messaging Model - CIP uses a producer-consumer messaging model. The benefits of this model and the basic communications relationships defined by CIP will be explained.

The EtherNet/IP Adaptation of CIP - EtherNet/IP is CIP implemented on top of TCP/IP and IEEE-802.3 Ethernet. This portion of the class explains how the CIP message model has been adapted to fit within TCP/IP Suite and how communication relationships are established; both temporary and persistent. It also covers common elements that are unique to EtherNet/IP networks such as network specific objects and services, Electronic Data Sheet (EDS) constructs, and guidelines for use of commercial-off-the-shelf infrastructure components.

The ControlNet Adaptation of CIP - ControlNet is CIP implemented on top of Concurrent Time Domain, Multiple Access (CTDMA)technology and a ControlNet-specific physical layer. This portion of the class explains how the CIP message model has been adapted to fit within the CTDMA technology and how communication relationships are established-both temporary and persistent. It also covers common elements that are unique to ControlNet networks such as network specific objects and services, the Network Update Interval, Electronic Data Sheet(EDS) constructs, and the ControlNet physical layer.

Please call ControlNet International for information about the next scheduled class. 732-922-0025.