Generic ASCII Ethernet for CompactLogix
MVI69-GEC
The inRAx Generic ASCII Ethernet Interface module is designed to allow CompactLogix and MicroLogix processors to interface easily with ASCII devices using the TCP/IP protocol and the CompactLogix or MicroLogix processor. Compatible devices may be either ASCII instruments with Ethernet built-in or Ethernet connection via a thin server to the existing ASCII device
Features and Benefits
Five servers and clients are present on the module permitting both the reception and transmission of data between the Allen-Bradley processor and attached devices.
The MVI69-GEC module is a powerful communication interface for CompactLogix platform processors. Developed under license from Rockwell Automation, the module incorporates proprietary backplane technology that enables powerful data access between the module and the CompactLogix processor.
Applications
The use of the TCP/IP protocol with Ethernet at the device level on the plant floor is becoming widespread in many industry segments. Using the MVI69-GEC, the advantage of Ethernet speed is realized while allowing greater distances between networked devices.
- Bar code scanners
- Weigh scale interfaces
- Legacy ASCII protocol connections
- Terminal port emulation
- Printer driver (alarm/status printer)
Functional Specifications
- Five Servers and Clients to receive and/or transmit data
- 10/100MB Ethernet-compatible interface
- Configurable parameters
- Service port number
- Connection timeout
- Close type
- Simple ladder logic operation
- Setup and monitoring through RS-Logix 5000 (CompactLogix) or RS-Logix 500 (MicroLogix) software and user-constructed configuration file (GEC.CFG)
- CompactLogix backplane interface via I/O access
- Each Server monitors
- State
- IP and port number of connected Client
- Error codes
- Each Client monitors
- State
- IP and port number of connected Server
- Message related parameters
- ASCII character strings up to 2048 characters in length supported
- Module error and status conditions returned to processor for diagnostic purposes
- Module status
- Port error status word (bit mapped)
- Port receive state
- Port receive character count
- Port receive block count
- Port transmit state
- Port transmit character count
- Port transmit block count
Hardware Specifications
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Dimensions
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Standard 1769 Single-slot module
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Current Load
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800 mA max@ 5 VDC (Serial)
Power supply distance rating of 2 (L43 and L45 installations on first 2 slots of 1769 bus)
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Operating Temp.
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0 to 60 Deg C
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32 to 140 Deg F
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Storage Temp.
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-40 to 85 Deg C
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-40 to 185 Deg F
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Relative Humidity
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5 to 95% (w/o condensation)
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LED Indicators
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Power and Module Status
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Application Status
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CFG Port Activity
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Error Status
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CFG Port
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RJ45 (DB-9M w/ supplied cable)
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RS-232 only
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No hardware handshaking
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App Port (Ethernet)
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10/100 MB Ethernet compatible interface
Ethernet Broadcast Storm Resiliency = less than or equal to 5000 [ARP] frames-per-second and less than or equal to 5 minutes duration
Electrical Isolation 1500 V rms at 50 Hz to 60 Hz for 60 s, applied as specified in section 5.3.2 of IEC 60950: 1991
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Shipped with Unit
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RJ45 to DB-9M cables for each port
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6-foot RS-232 configuration Cable
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Ordering Information
| MVI69-GEC |
Generic ASCII Ethernet for CompactLogix |
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| To place an order, please contact your local ProSoft Technology, Inc. distributor. For a list of ProSoft distributors near you, click here. |
Distributors:
Place your order by email to orders@prosoft-technology.com:, fax to +1 661-716-5101.
Sales and Support:
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