Generic ASCII Ethernet Network Interface Module for Quantum
PTQ-GEC
The Generic ASCII Ethernet Network Interface Module for Quantum is designed to allow Schneider Electric Quantum I/O compatible processors to interface easily with ASCII devices using the TCP/IP protocol and the Quantum 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 Quantum or Unity processor and attached devices.
The PTQ-GEC module is a powerful communication interface for Quantum platform processors. Developed under license from Schneider Electric, the module incorporates proprietary backplane technology that enables powerful data access between the module and the Quantumprocessor.
General Specifications
- Single Slot - Quantum backplane compatible
- The module is recognized as an Options module and has access to PLC memory for data transfer
- Configuration data is stored in non-volatile memory in the ProTalk module
- Up to six modules can be placed in a rack
- Local rack - The module must be placed in the same rack as processor.
- Compatible with all common Quantum programming packages, including Concept (version 2.6 or higher), Unity Pro (version 2.2 or higher), ProWORX (version 2.20 or later), and ModSoft.
- High speed data transfer across backplane provides quick data update times.
- Sample ladder file available.
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 PTQ-GEC the advantage of Ethernet speed is realized while allowing greater distances between networked devices.
- Bar code scanner interfaces
- Weigh scale interfaces
- Legacy ASCII protocol connections
- Terminal port emulation
- Printer driver (alarm/status printer)
Functional Specifications
- Five servers 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 Concept or Unity Pro XL software and user-constructed configuration file (GEC.CFG)
- Quantum or Unity backplane interface via I/O access
- Configuration/Debug Port (CFG)
- Module configuration
- Operates at 57600, no parity, 1 stop (fixed), 8 data bits
- Communication and backplane transfer stats
- Server statistics and configuration
- Warm boot
- Configuration file transfer
- Network configuration (includes the module IP address, mask, gateway address)
- Each server monitors
- State
- IP and port number of connected client
- Number of messages received and transmitted
- Error codes
- ASCII character strings up to 2048 characters in length supported
- Full hardware handshaking control, providing radio, modem, and Multidrop support
- Memory usage is completely user-configurable, supporting the storage and transfer of up to 4000 bytes to/from the control processor
- 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
- All data related to the module is contained in a single controller tag with defined objects to ease in the configuration, monitoring, and interfacing with the module
- Module configuration and communication configuration data is transferred to the PTQ-GEC via a pre-defined user data type in the processor
Hardware Specifications
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Backplane Current Load
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1100 mA maximum @ 5 Vdc ± 5%
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Operating Temperature
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0°C to 60°C
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32°F to 140°F
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Storage Temperature
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-40°C to 85°C
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-40°F to 185°F
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Relative Humidity
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5% to 95% (without condensation)
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Vibration
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Sine vibration 4 to100 Hz in each of the three orthogonal axes
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Shock
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30G, 11 mSec. in each of the three orthogonal axes
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Dimensions (HxWxD), Approx.
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250 x 103.85 x 40.34 mm
9.84 x 4.09 x 1.59 in
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LED Indicators
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Module Status
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Backplane Transfer Status
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E Link LED
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E Data LED
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Configuration Serial Port
(PRT1)
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DB-9M PC Compatible
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RS-232 only
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No hardware handshaking
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EthernetPort
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10/100Base-T Connector
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Ethernet Broadcast Storm Resiliency = less than or equal to 5000 [ARP] frames-per-second and less than or equal to 5 minutes duration
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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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Link and Data Activity LED indicators
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Serial Ports
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Not Used
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Ordering Information
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To order this product, please use the following:
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PTQ-GEC
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Generic ASCII Ethernet Interface Module
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Note:
The PTQ-GEC is in a Final Sales Period of two years, effective October 14, 2008 until October 14, 2010. Thereafter, the product will continue to be supported until October 14, 2014. The recommended replacement for this product is PTQ-ADMNET.
For more information on the Product Retirement Program, please visit: http://www.prosoft-technology.com/products/product_retirement_program
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Distributors:
Place your order by email to orders@prosoft-technology.com:, fax to +1 661-716-5101.
Sales and Support:
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