Different error counters are displayed on the “Status” tab of the master. Normally all counters should be 0.
The different times values indicate the time requirement for sending and receiving the messages. As a result, they display the properties of the respective operating system and network driver.
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Number of lost packages. This usually indicates connection errors or EMC problems. |
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Shows the packages that cannot be sent if for example the internal buffer of the operating system is insufficient |
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Lost or late messages are displayed here if for example the operating system is overloaded and the incoming messages are not forwarded to the EtherCAT stack in time. |
A diagnosis message is displayed on the “Status” tab of the slave if errors have occurred. For example, an emergency message is displayed.
For more information, see: ⮫ “ EtherCAT Status ”