Documentation

The network structure

• Single twisted pair cable network
• Data and node operating power transmitted in the same cable
• Totally topology and polarity free network
• No terminating resistors required
• Max. length of network cable 200 m.
• Max. 200 nodes in each network

• Ultra low power consumption (4 mW)
• 3mA current output capacity
• Polarity free network connection
• Integrated switch input/output function
• Integrated power control output function
• Integrated serial data input/output function
• Internal 12-bit A/D-converter
• Available as a low-cost IC or a hybrid

• Stand-alone network controller
• Link to host computers or systems
• Configuration tool
• Available as a ready-to-use device or can be embedded into customer's design
• RS232/485 serial interface
• Ethernet interface
• Other interfaces available from 3rd party companies (eg. LON)

• Time division protocol - no collisions
• Fixed capacity that doesn't depend on system load
• Fixed propagation delays
• Extremely high immunity against external interference
• Low noise system - signaling based on 20kHz sine wave carrier
• Protocol 'embedded' in the system

• Complexity hided from the user
• Easy system design, network configuration and administration
• Fast time to market
• No programming required during application manufacturing, installation or configuration
• No Linet-specific development tools required
• Open system - no obstacles for multi-vendor installations