Allen-Bradley SLC 500 Series User Manual

1 Publication 1747-RM001G-EN-P - November 2008
Preface
Read this preface to familiarize yourself with the rest of the manual. It
provides information concerning:
• who should use this manual.
• the purpose of this manual.
• related documentation.
• common techniques used in this manual
Who Should Use This
Manual
Use this manual if you are responsible for designing, installing, programming,
or troubleshooting control systems that use SLC 500 programmable
controllers.
You should have a basic understanding of electrical circuitry and familiarity
with relay logic. If you do not, obtain the proper training before using this
product.
Purpose of This Manual
This manual is a reference guide for SLC 500 controllers. This manual:
• provides status file functions.
• provides the instructions used in your ladder logic programs.
• compliments the online help available at the terminal.

Allen-Bradley SLC 500 Series Specifications

General

Programming Software	RSLogix 500
Series	SLC 500
Category	Controller
Manufacturer	Allen-Bradley (Rockwell Automation)
I/O Capacity	Up to 4096 I/O points
Communication Ports	DH-485
Programming Languages	Ladder Logic
Operating Temperature	0 to 60 °C (32 to 140 °F)
Relative Humidity	5% to 95% (non-condensing)
Memory	4K to 64K words (depending on the processor)
Power Supply	AC or DC (depending on the module)