ProSoft Technology ILX34-MBS User Manual

ILX34-MBS

User Manual

Modbus Serial Module for
CompactLogix L1 and Point I/O
Adapters

January 24, 2019

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ILX34-MBS User Manual
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ILX34-MBS User Manual

Contents

Your Feedback Please ........................................................................................................................ 3

How to Contact Us .............................................................................................................................. 3

ProSoft Technology® Product Documentation .................................................................................... 3

1 Start Here 7

1.1 ILX34-MBS Overview ................................................................................................ 7

1.2 Package Contents ..................................................................................................... 7

1.3 System Requirements ............................................................................................... 8

2 Installing the Adapter 9

2.1 Installing the Mounting Base/Wiring Base Assembly ................................................ 9

2.2 Installing an I/O Module........................................................................................... 10

2.3 Installing the Removable Terminal Block ................................................................ 11

2.4 Removing a Mounting Base .................................................................................... 12

2.5 Connecting Power ................................................................................................... 13

2.5.1 CompactLogix L16/L18 Processor Power Connectivity .......................................... 13

2.5.2 Module Terminations ............................................................................................... 14

3 Configuration 15

3.1 1734-AENT and 1734-AENTR ................................................................................ 15

3.2 1734-ACNR ............................................................................................................. 15

3.3 1769-L16ER-BB1B, L18ER-BB1B, and L18ERM-BB1B ......................................... 15

3.4 Sample Configuration Procedure ............................................................................ 16

3.4.1 Create Module I/O Configuration ............................................................................ 18

3.4.2 Importing the Add-On Instruction (AOI) ................................................................... 21

3.4.3 Configuring the ILX34-MBS Modbus Serial Port ..................................................... 25

3.5 Downloading the Sample Program to the Processor .............................................. 28

3.6 Master Command Structure .................................................................................... 29

3.7 Data Handling .......................................................................................................... 30

3.8 Module Status ......................................................................................................... 31

4 General Features & Specifications 33

4.1 General Specifications ............................................................................................ 33

4.2 Hardware Specifications.......................................................................................... 34

4.3 Agency Approvals ................................................................................................... 34

5 Support, Service & Warranty 35

5.1 Contacting Technical Support ................................................................................. 35

5.2 Warranty Information ............................................................................................... 37

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Qty.

Part Name

Part Number

Part Description

1

ILX34-MBS Adapter

ILX34-MBS

POINT I/O Adapter

1 Start Here

This user manual will help you set up and configure the ILX34-MBS module. You
should be somewhat familiar with the following:

 Rockwell Automation® Studio 5000 Logix Designer v21 (for

CompactLogix L1 processors) or Rockwell Automation® RSLogix™ 5000

version 16 or greater (for 1734 Point I/O adapters).

 Hardware Installation and Wiring

1.1 ILX34-MBS Overview

The ILX34-MBS is the ideal solution for the many distributed I/O applications
where Modbus connectivity can be integrated into an Allen Bradley System. The
ILX34-MBSxxx is configured using Rockwell Automation Studio 5000
(CompactLogix L1) and RSLogix 5000 (Point I/O Controllers). The modules work
in both the 1734 Point I/O adapters and the CompactLogix L1 processors.

1.2 Package Contents

The following components are included with your ILX34-MBS adapter, and are
required for installation and configuration.

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1.3 System Requirements

The ILX34-MBS requires the following minimum hardware and software
components:

 Rockwell Automation® processor, with compatible power supply

o CompactLogix™ L1 Processors or 1734- Point I/O adapters,

 Rockwell Automation RSLogix 5000/Studio 5000 programming software
 Rockwell Automation RSLinx communication software version 2.54 or higher
 Pentium® II 450 MHz minimum. Pentium III 733 MHz (or better)

recommended

 Supported operating systems:

o Microsoft Windows
o Microsoft Windows Vista
o Microsoft Windows XP Professional with Service Pack 1 or 2
o Microsoft Windows 2000 Professional with Service Pack 1, 2, or 3
o Microsoft Windows Server 2003

 128 Mbytes of RAM minimum, 256 Mbytes of RAM recommended
 Microsoft Windows Explorer version 7
 256-color VGA graphics adapter, 800 x 600 minimum resolution (True Color

1024  768 recommended)

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Note: The Hardware and Operating System requirements in this list are the minimum
recommended to install and run software provided by ProSoft Technology. Other third party
applications may have different minimum requirements. Refer to the documentation for any third
party applications for system requirements.

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Installing the Adapter

2 Installing the Adapter

2.1 Installing the Mounting Base/Wiring Base Assembly

The wiring base assembly consists of a mounting base and a removable terminal
block. You can install the assembly or just the mounting base. Perform the
following to install the base/wiring base assembly:

1. Position the mounting base/wiring base assembly vertically above the
installed units (adapter, power supply, or existing module).

2. Slide the mounting base down allowing the interlocking side pieces to
engage the adjacent module or adapter.

3. Press firmly to seat the mounting base on the DIN Rail. The mounting
base snaps into place.

4. To remove the mounting base from the DIN rail, remove any installed
module (and any module immediately to the right) and use a small blade
screwdriver to rotate the DIN rail locking screw to a vertical position. This
releases the locking mechanism. Lift straight up to remove the mounting
base.

5. Repeat this procedure for the next mounting base assembly.

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2.2 Installing an I/O Module

Make sure that the mounting base is correctly keyed before installing the module
into the mounting base. In addition, make sure the mounting base locking screw
is positioned horizontal referenced to the base.

Warning: When you insert or remove the module while backplane power is on, an electrical arc
can occur. This could cause an explosion in hazardous location installations.

Be sure that power is removed or the area is non-hazardous before proceeding.

1. Using a blade screwdriver, rotate the key switch on the mounting base
clockwise until the number required for the type of module being installed
aligns with the notch in the base.

2. Make certain the DIN-rail locking screw is in the horizontal position. You
cannot insert the module if the locking mechanism is unlocked.

3. Insert the module straight down into the mounting base and press to
secure. The module locks into place.

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2.3 Installing the Removable Terminal Block

A removable terminal block is supplied with the mounting base assembly. To
remove, pull up on the RTB handle. This allows the base to be removed and
replaced as necessary without removing any of the wiring. The following
instructions show how to reinsert the removable terminal block:

1. Insert the RTB end opposite the handle into the base unit. This end has a
curved section that engages with the mounting base.

Warning: When you connect or disconnect the Removable Terminal Block (RTB) with the
field side power applied, an electrical arc can occur. This could cause an explosion in
hazardous location installations.

Be sure that power is removed or the area is non-hazardous before proceeding.

2. Rotate the terminal block into the mounting base until it locks itself in
place.

3. If an I/O module is installed, snap the RTB handle into place on the
module.

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2.4 Removing a Mounting Base

In order to remove a mounting base, you must remove any installed module, and
remove the Removable Terminal Block (if wired).

1. Unlatch the RTB handle on the I/O module.

2. Pull on the RTB handle to remove the Removable Terminal Block.

Warning: When you connect or disconnect the Removable Terminal Block (RTB) with the
field side power applied, an electrical arc can occur. This could cause an explosion in
hazardous location installations.

Be sure that power is removed or the area is non-hazardous before proceeding.

3. Press on the module lock on the top of the module and pull up on the I/O
module to remove from the base.

Warning: When you insert or remove the module while backplane power is on, an
electrical arc can occur. This could cause an explosion in a hazardous location.

Be sure that power is removed or the area is non-hazardous before proceeding.

4. Remove the module to the right of the base. The interlocking portion of
the base sits under the adjacent module.

5. Use a small screwdriver to rotate the orange DIN-rail locking screw on the
mounting base to a vertical position. This releases the locking
mechanism.

6. Lift the mounting base and remove.

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