As a prerequisite, create a project in control expert with an M580 controller.

To add a generic device DTM:

Step

Action

1

Select Tools > DTM Browser.

2

Right click on the controller node, for example, BMEP58_ECPU_EXT and select Add....

3

For Protocol select EtherNet IP.

4

Select one of the following generic DTMs from the list:

  • Advanced Generic EDS

  • Generic Device

  • Generic Device Explicit Msg

5

Click Add DTM.

6

In the Properties of device dialog General tab, accept the default Name or enter a new name for the DTM, then click OK.

The new DTM appears in the DTM Browser as a node on the Distributed Bus.