IntroductionCongratulations on your purchase of the DeviceNet module option. Installing the DeviceNet module onyour ASD enables data communication with a host computer or other device via DeviceNet. Please readthe entire manual carefully before attempting to install and control your ASD via the DeviceNet module.This manual is required to develop software for communicating with your Toshiba ASD. For additionalinformation contact your Toshiba sales representative.To maximize the functionality of your ASD when using the DeviceNet module option, a workingfamiliarity with this manual will be required. This manual has been prepared for the ASD installer, user,and maintenance personnel. This manual may also be used as a reference guide or for training. With this inmind, use this manual to develop a system familiarity before attempting to install or operate the ASDusing the DeviceNet module.Important NoticeThe instructions contained in this manual are not intended to cover all details or variations in equipmenttypes. Nor may it provide for every possible contingency concerning the installation, operation, ormaintenance of this equipment. Should additional information be required contact your Toshibarepresentative.The contents of this manual shall not become a part of or modify any prior or existing agreement,commitment, or relationship. The sales contract contains the entire obligation of Toshiba InternationalCorporation. The warranty contained in the contract between the parties is the sole warranty of ToshibaInternational Corporation and any statements contained herein do not create new warranties or modify theexisting warranty.Any electrical or mechanical modifications to this equipment without prior written consent ofToshiba International Corporation will void all warranties and may void other safety certifications.Unauthorized modifications may also result in a safety hazard or equipment damage.Misuse of this equipment could result in injury and equipment damage. In no event will ToshibaCorporation be responsible or liable for direct, indirect, special, or consequential damage or injurythat may result from the misuse of this equipment.