GE DS200PANAH1A DS200PANAH1ABB ARCNET Board

This GE DS200PANAH1A DS200PANAH1ABB ARCNET No-LAN Driver Board manages ARCNET communication without a local LAN. The board uses token passing for deterministic data transfer between nodes. You will find this component in Mark V turbine control systems exclusively. The DS200PANAH1ABB variant includes a standard factory configuration without conformal coating.

Technical Specifications

Parameter	Specification
Full Model	GE DS200PANAH1A DS200PANAH1ABB ARCNET No-LAN Driver Board
Category	ARCNET No-LAN Driver Board
Communication Protocol	ARCNET (ANSI 878.1)
Data Rate	2.5 Mbps
Interface Type	Coaxial (BNC) or Fiber Optic
Dimensions (H x W)	230 mm x 150 mm
Weight	Approximately 0.55 kg
Connectors	1 x BNC, 1 x Fiber Optic Transceiver
Component Count	89 Discrete Components
Energy Storage	2 x 47 µF Tantalum Capacitors

Network Configuration and Signal Routing

The GE DS200PANAH1A DS200PANAH1ABB ARCNET No-LAN Driver Board creates a dedicated deterministic network. This network does not require any external LAN infrastructure whatsoever. The board handles token passing and data packet assembly automatically. Consequently, you get reliable real-time communication between all connected nodes. Each node on this network waits for its turn to transmit data.

Installation and Connection Steps

Mount this GE DS200PANAH1A DS200PANAH1ABB ARCNET No-LAN Driver Board in any standard Mark V rack slot. First, connect the coaxial cable to the BNC connector for electrical networks. Alternatively, attach fiber optic cables for longer distances up to 2 km. After that, set the node ID using the eight-position DIP switch. Finally, apply power and verify the link status LED illuminates green.

Energy Discharge and Safety Notice

This GE DS200PANAH1A DS200PANAH1ABB ARCNET No-LAN Driver Board stores minimal energy in its capacitors. However, you must wait 30 seconds after power removal before handling. The two tantalum capacitors discharge through internal resistors during this time. Never touch the BNC center pin immediately after power down.

Status Indication and Diagnostics

Three LEDs report the board’s operational status clearly. A green LED indicates normal network activity on the bus. A yellow LED flashes when this board transmits data packets. A red LED signals a node ID conflict or cable fault. These indicators help technicians resolve network issues quickly without special tools.