Electronic Keying
Electronic Keying reduces the possibility of using the wrong device in a control system. It compares the device defined in the project to the installed device. If keying fails, a fault occurs.
The following attributes are compared:
Attribute | Description |
Vendor | The device manufacturer. |
Device Type | The general type of the device, for example, digital I/O module. |
Product Code | The specific type of device. The Product Code maps to a catalog number. |
Major Revision | A number that represents the functional capabilities of a device. |
Minor Revision | A number that represents behavior changes in the device. |
The following Electronic Keying options are available:
Keying Option | Description |
Compatible Module | Lets the installed device accept the key of the device that is defined in the project when the installed device can emulate the defined device. Typically, use Compatible Module, to replace a device with another device that has the following characteristics:
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Disable Keying | Indicates that the keying attributes are not considered when attempting to communicate with a device. With Disable Keying, communication can occur with a device other than the type specified in the project. ATTENTION: Be extremely cautious when using Disable Keying; if used incorrectly, this option can lead to personal injury or death, property damage, or economic loss. We strongly recommend that you do not use Disable Keying. If you use Disable Keying, you must take full responsibility for understanding whether the device being used can fulfill the functional requirements of the application. |
Exact Match | Indicates that all keying attributes must match to establish communication. If any attribute does not match precisely, communication with the device does not occur. |
For additional information on Electronic Keying, see Electronic Keying in Logix5000 Control Systems Application Technique
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