AMAX-4817/4820 Startup Manual 1Before installation, please check that the following items areincluded in the shipment:1. AMAX-4817/4820 module2. Terminal blocks (see Specifications for more details)3. Startup manualIf any of these items are missing or damaged, contact yourdistributor or sales representative immediately.For more detailed information about this product, downloadthe latest user manual from the Advantech website.The AMAX-4817/4820 ESI file can be downloaded fromthe Advantech website at http://www.advantech.com.Every EtherCAT SubDevice information (ESI) file con-tains the configuration data of an EtherCAT SubDevicemodule. Various EtherCAT communication settings canbe defined from the ESI files of connected SubDeviceunits as well the network connection information. ESIfiles are saved to the configuration tool to provide net-work configuration data. Subsequently, the networkconfiguration data can be downloaded to the EtherCATMainDevice unit for configuring an EtherCAT network.AMAX-4817/4820Industrial EtherCAT SubDevice ModulesStartup ManualThe AMAX-4817/4820 series comprises industrial EtherCATSubDevice modules equipped with the EtherCAT protocol.The modules’ compact size and integrated DIN rail mountkit ensure easy installation in cabinets. The modules alsofeature euro-type pluggable terminal blocks and LED in-dicators that facilitate system setup and maintenance. Allmodules are equipped with an isolation circuit that ensurescurrent protection for demanding industrial applications.General• Connectors- N x 10-pin terminal block (3.81 mm)(AMAX-4817 N = 2, AMAX-4820 N = 1)- 2 x 3-pin screw terminal block (3.81 mm)- 2 x RJ-45 (EtherCAT)• Dimensions:120 x 120 x 40 mm3• Operating Temperature: -20 ~ 60 °C (32 ~ 140 °F)• Storage Temperature: -40 ~ 70 °C (-40 ~ 158 °F)• Storage Humidity: 5 ~ 95% RH (non-condensing)• Power Supply: 10 ~ 30 VDCCommunications• Interface: EtherCAT• Data Transfer Medium: Ethernet/EtherCAT cable (CAT5min.), shielded• Distance Between Modules: 100 m max.(100BASE-TX)• Communication Cycle Time 100 us• Data Transfer Rates: 100 Mbps• Configuration: Not requiredAnalog Input (AMAX-4817)• Channels: 8 channels• Resolution: 16 bits• Input Voltage Range: 0 ~ 10 V, ±10 V• Common-Mode Input Voltage Range: ±275 V• Measuring Error: < ±0.1%• Isolation Protection: 2,500 VDCPacking ListFor more information on this and other Advantechproducts, please visit our website athttp://www.advantech.comhttp://www.advantech.com/eplatformFor technical support and service, please visit oursupport website athttp://support.advantech.comThis manual is for the AMAX-4817 and 4820 modules.Part No. 2001481701Printed in ChinaEdition 2April 2023SpecificationsOverviewUser ManualEtherCAT SubDevice Information File