ProSoft Technology MVI46-DFNT User Manual
MVI46-DFNT
SLC Platform
EtherNet/IP Client/Server
Communication Module
October 12, 2010
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Important Installation Instructions
Power, Input, and Output (I/O) wiring must be in accordance with Class I, Division 2 wiring methods, Article 501-4 (b)
of the National Electrical Code, NFPA 70 for installation in the U.S., or as specified in Section 18-1J2 of the Canadian
Electrical Code for installations in Canada, and in accordance with the authority having jurisdiction. The following
warnings must be heeded:
A WARNING - EXPLOSION HAZARD - SUBSTITUTION OF COMPONENTS MAY IMPAIR SUITABILITY FOR
CLASS I, DIV. 2;
B WARNING - EXPLOSION HAZARD - WHEN IN HAZARDOUS LOCATIONS, TURN OFF POWER BEFORE
REPLACING OR WIRING MODULES
C WARNING - EXPLOSION HAZARD - DO NOT DISCONNECT EQUIPMENT UNLESS POWER HAS BEEN
SWITCHED OFF OR THE AREA IS KNOWN TO BE NON-HAZARDOUS.
D THIS DEVICE SHALL BE POWERED BY CLASS 2 OUTPUTS ONLY.
MVI (Multi Vendor Interface) Modules
WARNING - EXPLOSION HAZARD - DO NOT DISCONNECT EQUIPMENT UNLESS POWER HAS BEEN
SWITCHED OFF OR THE AREA IS KNOWN TO BE NON-HAZARDOUS.
AVERTISSEMENT - RISQUE D'EXPLOSION - AVANT DE DÉCONNECTER L'ÉQUIPEMENT, COUPER LE
COURANT OU S'ASSURER QUE L'EMPLACEMENT EST DÉSIGNÉ NON DANGEREUX.
Warnings
North America Warnings
A Warning - Explosion Hazard - Substitution of components may impair suitability for Class I, Division 2.
B Warning - Explosion Hazard - When in Hazardous Locations, turn off power before replacing or rewiring
modules.
Warning - Explosion Hazard - Do not disconnect equipment unless power has been switched off or the area is
known to be nonhazardous.
C Suitable for use in Class I, division 2 Groups A, B, C and D Hazardous Locations or Non-Hazardous Locations.
ATEX Warnings and Conditions of Safe Usage:
Power, Input, and Output (I/O) wiring must be in accordance with the authority having jurisdiction
A Warning - Explosion Hazard - When in hazardous locations, turn off power before replacing or wiring modules.
B Warning - Explosion Hazard - Do not disconnect equipment unless power has been switched off or the area is
known to be non-hazardous.
C These products are intended to be mounted in an IP54 enclosure. The devices shall provide external means to
prevent the rated voltage being exceeded by transient disturbances of more than 40%. This device must be used
only with ATEX certified backplanes.
D DO NOT OPEN WHEN ENERGIZED.
Warning: This module is not hot-swappable! Always remove power from the rack before inserting or removing this
module, or damage may result to the module, the processor, or other connected devices.
Battery Life Advisory
The MVI46, MVI56, MVI56E, MVI69, and MVI71 modules use a rechargeable Lithium Vanadium Pentoxide battery to
backup the real-time clock and CMOS. The battery should last for the life of the module. The module must be
powered for approximately twenty hours before the battery becomes fully charged. After it is fully charged, the battery
provides backup power for the CMOS setup and the real-time clock for approximately 21 days. When the battery is
fully discharged, the module will revert to the default BIOS and clock settings.
Note: The battery is not user replaceable.
Markings
Electrical Ratings
Backplane Current Load: 800 mA @ 5 Vdc
Operating Temperature: 0°C to 60°C (32°F to 140°F)
Storage Temperature: -40°C to 85°C (-40°F to 185°F)
Shock: 30g Operational; 50g non-operational; Vibration: 5 g from 10 Hz to 150 Hz
Relative Humidity 5% to 95% (without condensation)
All phase conductor sizes must be at least 1.3 mm(squared) and all earth ground conductors must be at least
4mm(squared).
Label Markings
Agency Approvals and
CertificationsANSI / ISA
CSA/cUL C22.2 No. 213-1987
CSA CB Certified IEC61010
ATEX EN60079-0 Category 3, Zone 2
ISA 12.12.01 Class I Division 2, GPs A, B, C, D
EN60079-15
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Contents
Your Feedback Please ........................................................................................................................ 2
How to Contact Us .............................................................................................................................. 2
ProSoft Technology® Product Documentation .................................................................................... 2
Important Installation Instructions ....................................................................................................... 3
MVI (Multi Vendor Interface) Modules ................................................................................................ 3
Warnings ............................................................................................................................................. 3
Battery Life Advisory ........................................................................................................................... 3
Markings .............................................................................................................................................. 4
Guide to the MVI46-DFNT User Manual 9
1 Start Here 11
1.1 System Requirements ............................................................................................. 12
1.2 Package Contents ................................................................................................... 13
1.3 Installing ProSoft Configuration Builder Software ................................................... 14
1.4 Setting Jumpers ...................................................................................................... 15
1.5 Installing the Module in the Rack ............................................................................ 16
1.6 Connecting your PC to the Processor ..................................................................... 17
1.7 Downloading the Sample Program to the Processor .............................................. 18
1.7.1 Configuring the RSLinx Driver for the PC COM Port .............................................. 19
1.8 Connecting Your PC to the Module ......................................................................... 21
2 Configuring the MVI46-DFNT Module 23
2.1 Using ProSoft Configuration Builder ....................................................................... 24
2.1.1 Setting Up the Project ............................................................................................. 24
2.1.2 Renaming PCB Objects .......................................................................................... 26
2.2 [Module] ................................................................................................................... 27
2.2.1 Module Name .......................................................................................................... 27
2.2.2 M1 Write Size .......................................................................................................... 27
2.2.3 Failure Flag Count ................................................................................................... 27
2.2.4 Initialize Output Data ............................................................................................... 27
2.2.5 DFNT Server File Size ............................................................................................ 27
2.2.6 Float Write Start ...................................................................................................... 28
2.2.7 Float Write Count .................................................................................................... 28
2.3 [DFNT Client x] ........................................................................................................ 29
2.3.1 Minimum Command Delay ...................................................................................... 29
2.3.2 Response Timeout .................................................................................................. 29
2.3.3 Retry Count ............................................................................................................. 29
2.4 [DFNT Client x Commands] .................................................................................... 30
2.4.1 Command List ......................................................................................................... 30
2.4.2 Command Entry Formats ........................................................................................ 33
2.5 [DF1 Pass-Through Server Port 1] .......................................................................... 37
2.5.1 Enabled ................................................................................................................... 37
2.5.2 Service Port Number ............................................................................................... 37
2.5.3 Busy Timeout .......................................................................................................... 37
2.5.4 Baud Rate ............................................................................................................... 37
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2.5.5 Parity ....................................................................................................................... 38
2.5.6 Data Bits ................................................................................................................. 38
2.5.7 Stop Bits .................................................................................................................. 38
2.5.8 RTS On ................................................................................................................... 38
2.5.9 RTS Off ................................................................................................................... 38
2.5.10 Use CTS Line.......................................................................................................... 38
2.6 [DF1 Pass-Through Port] ........................................................................................ 39
2.6.1 Enabled ................................................................................................................... 39
2.6.2 Local Station ID....................................................................................................... 39
2.6.3 Protocol ................................................................................................................... 39
2.6.4 Termination Type .................................................................................................... 39
2.6.5 Baud Rate - 1200 to 38400 ..................................................................................... 40
2.6.6 Parity ....................................................................................................................... 40
2.6.7 Data Bits ................................................................................................................. 40
2.6.8 Stop Bits .................................................................................................................. 40
2.6.9 RTS On ................................................................................................................... 40
2.6.10 RTS Off ................................................................................................................... 40
2.6.11 Use CTS Line.......................................................................................................... 41
2.6.12 Retry Count ............................................................................................................. 41
2.6.13 Request Timeout .................................................................................................... 41
2.6.14 Busy Timeout .......................................................................................................... 41
2.6.15 ACK Timeout........................................................................................................... 41
2.7 Ethernet Configuration ............................................................................................ 42
2.8 Downloading the Project to the Module Using a Serial COM port .......................... 43
2.9 Ladder Logic ........................................................................................................... 44
2.9.1 Module Data............................................................................................................ 44
2.9.2 Adding the Module to an Existing Project ............................................................... 44
3 Diagnostics and Troubleshooting 47
3.1 LED Status Indicators ............................................................................................. 48
3.1.1 Ethernet LED Indicators .......................................................................................... 51
3.1.2 Clearing a Fault Condition ...................................................................................... 52
3.1.3 Troubleshooting ...................................................................................................... 52
3.2 Using ProSoft Configuration Builder (PCB) for Diagnostics ................................... 53
3.2.1 Using the Diagnostic Window in ProSoft Configuration Builder ............................. 53
3.2.2 Navigation ............................................................................................................... 55
3.2.3 Main Menu .............................................................................................................. 56
3.2.4 Database View Menu .............................................................................................. 60
3.2.5 Master Command Error List Menu.......................................................................... 62
3.2.6 Master Command List Menu ................................................................................... 63
3.2.7 Network Menu ......................................................................................................... 64
3.3 Reading Status Data from the Module ................................................................... 66
4 Reference 67
4.1 Product Specifications ............................................................................................ 68
4.1.1 EtherNet/IP (Explicit Messaging) Compatible Devices ........................................... 68
4.1.2 General Specifications ............................................................................................ 68
4.1.3 Hardware Specifications ......................................................................................... 69
4.1.4 Functional Specifications ........................................................................................ 70
4.2 Functional Overview ............................................................................................... 71
4.2.1 General Concepts ................................................................................................... 71
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4.2.2 Module Control Blocks (4000 to 4999) .................................................................... 72
4.2.3 Data Flow between MVI46-DFNT Module and SLC Processor .............................. 75
4.3 Cable Connections .................................................................................................. 81
4.3.1 Ethernet Connection ................................................................................................ 81
4.3.2 RS-232 Configuration/Debug Port .......................................................................... 82
4.3.3 DB9 to RJ45 Adaptor (Cable 14) ............................................................................ 84
4.4 Pass-Through Ports ................................................................................................ 85
4.5 MVI46-DFNT Status Data Definition ....................................................................... 86
4.5.1 HTTP Port 80 Status ............................................................................................... 86
4.5.2 DFNT Client 0 Status .............................................................................................. 87
4.5.3 Block Status ............................................................................................................ 87
4.5.4 Pass-Through Server Status ................................................................................... 88
4.5.5 DFNT Server 0 Status ............................................................................................. 90
4.5.6 DFNT Server 1 Status ............................................................................................. 91
4.5.7 DFNT Server 2 Status ............................................................................................. 91
4.5.8 DFNT Server 3 Status ............................................................................................. 92
4.5.9 DFNT Server 4 Status ............................................................................................. 92
4.5.10 DFNT Server 5 Status ............................................................................................. 93
4.5.11 DFNT Server 6 Status ............................................................................................. 93
4.5.12 DFNT Server 7 Status ............................................................................................. 94
4.5.13 DFNT Server 8 Status ............................................................................................. 94
4.5.14 DFNT Server 9 Status ............................................................................................. 95
4.5.15 DFNT Server 10 Status ........................................................................................... 95
4.5.16 DFNT Server 11 Status ........................................................................................... 96
4.5.17 DFNT Server 12 Status ........................................................................................... 96
4.5.18 DFNT Server 13 Status ........................................................................................... 97
4.5.19 DFNT Server 14 Status ........................................................................................... 97
4.5.20 DFNT Server 15 Status ........................................................................................... 98
4.5.21 DFNT Server 16 Status ........................................................................................... 98
4.5.22 DFNT Server 17 Status ........................................................................................... 99
4.5.23 DFNT Server 18 Status ........................................................................................... 99
4.5.24 DFNT Server 19 Status ......................................................................................... 100
4.6 Error Codes ........................................................................................................... 101
4.6.1 Local STS Error Codes ......................................................................................... 101
4.6.2 Remote STS Error Codes ..................................................................................... 102
4.6.3 Errors When EXT STS Is Present ......................................................................... 103
4.6.4 Module Specific Error (not DFNT Compliant)........................................................ 104
4.7 TCP/IP Interface Errors ......................................................................................... 105
4.7.1 Timeout Errors ....................................................................................................... 105
4.7.2 Register Session Response Errors ....................................................................... 105
4.7.3 Forward Open Response Errors ........................................................................... 105
4.7.4 PCCC Response Errors ........................................................................................ 106
4.8 Configuration Data ................................................................................................ 107
4.9 DFNT Command Entry Form ................................................................................ 110
4.10 Command Function Codes.................................................................................... 112
4.11 General Command Structure ................................................................................ 113
4.11.1 Function Code #1 - Protected Write (Basic Command Set) ................................. 114
4.11.2 Function Code #2 - Unprotected Read (Basic Command Set) ............................. 114
4.11.3 Function Code #3 - Protected Bit Write (Basic Command Set) ............................ 115
4.11.4 Function Code #4 - Unprotected Bit Write (Basic Command Set) ........................ 115
4.11.5 Function Code #5 - Unprotected Write (Basic Command Set) ............................. 116
4.11.6 Function Code #100 - Word Range Write (PLC-5 Command) (Binary Address) .. 117
4.11.7 Function Code #101 - Word Range Read (PLC-5 Command) (Binary Address) . 118
4.11.8 Function Code #102 - Read-Modify-Write (PLC-5 Command) (Binary Address) . 119
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4.11.9 Function Code #150 - Word Range Write (PLC-5 Command) (ASCII Address) .. 120
4.11.10 Function Code #151 - Word Range Read (PLC-5 Command) (ASCII Address) .. 121
4.11.11 Function Code #152 - Read-Modify-Write (PLC-5 Command) (ASCII Address) . 122
4.11.12 Function Code #501 - Protected Typed Logical Read (Two Address Fields) ...... 123
4.11.13 Function Code #502 - Protected Typed Logical Read (Three Address Fields) .... 124
4.11.14 Function Code #509 - Protected Typed Logical Write (Two Address Fields) ...... 125
4.11.15 Function Code #510 - Protected Typed Logical Write (Three Address Fields) .... 126
4.11.16 Function Code #511 - Protected Typed Logical Write with Mask (Three Address
Fields) 127
4.12 PLC-5 Processor Specifics ................................................................................... 128
4.12.1 PLC-5 Sub-Element Codes .................................................................................. 128
4.13 SLC Processor Specifics ...................................................................................... 130
4.13.1 SLC File Types ..................................................................................................... 130
4.14 MicroLogix Processor Specifics ............................................................................ 131
4.14.1 SLC File Types ..................................................................................................... 131
4.15 ControlLogix Processor Specifics ......................................................................... 132
4.16 Server Driver ......................................................................................................... 133
4.16.1 RSLinx Software ................................................................................................... 133
4.16.2 ControlLogix (CLX) Processor .............................................................................. 142
4.16.3 PLC5 Processor .................................................................................................... 149
4.16.4 SLC 5/05 Processor .............................................................................................. 152
4.16.5 RSView Software .................................................................................................. 155
4.17 Accessing an SLC 5 Processor via Ethernet Using MVI46-DFNT ....................... 158
4.17.1 Troubleshooting .................................................................................................... 161
4.18 Frequently Asked Questions ................................................................................. 162
5 Support, Service & Warranty 165
Contacting Technical Support ........................................................................................................ 165
5.1 Return Material Authorization (RMA) Policies and Conditions ............................. 167
5.1.1 Returning Any Product .......................................................................................... 167
5.1.2 Returning Units Under Warranty ........................................................................... 168
5.1.3 Returning Units Out of Warranty ........................................................................... 168
5.2 LIMITED WARRANTY .......................................................................................... 169
5.2.1 What Is Covered By This Warranty ...................................................................... 169
5.2.2 What Is Not Covered By This Warranty ................................................................ 170
5.2.3 Disclaimer Regarding High Risk Activities ............................................................ 170
5.2.4 Intellectual Property Indemnity ............................................................................. 171
5.2.5 Disclaimer of all Other Warranties ........................................................................ 171
5.2.6 Limitation of Remedies ** ..................................................................................... 172
5.2.7 Time Limit for Bringing Suit ................................................................................... 172
5.2.8 No Other Warranties ............................................................................................. 172
5.2.9 Allocation of Risks ................................................................................................ 172
5.2.10 Controlling Law and Severability .......................................................................... 173
Index 175
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Function
Introduction
(Must Do)
Diagnostic and
Troubleshooting
Reference
Product Specifications
Functional Overview
Support, Service, and
Warranty
Index
Section to Read Details
Start Here (page 11) This section introduces the customer to the
→
Diagnostics and
→
Troubleshooting
(page 47)
Reference (page 67)
→
Product
Specifications (page
68)
Functional Overview
(page 71, page 61)
Support, Service
→
and Warranty (page
165)
Index
module. Included are: package contents,
system requirements, hardware installation, and
basic configuration.
This section describes Diagnostic and
Troubleshooting procedures.
These sections contain general references
associated with this product, Specifications, and
the Functional Overview.
This section contains Support, Service and
Warranty information.
Index of chapters.
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1 Start Here
In This Chapter
System Requirements ........................................................................... 12
Package Contents ................................................................................. 13
Installing ProSoft Configuration Builder Software .................................. 14
Setting Jumpers .................................................................................... 15
Installing the Module in the Rack ........................................................... 16
Connecting your PC to the Processor ................................................... 17
Downloading the Sample Program to the Processor ............................. 18
Connecting Your PC to the Module ....................................................... 21
To get the most benefit from this User Manual, you should have the following
skills:
Rockwell Automation® RSLogix™ software: launch the program, configure
ladder logic, and transfer the ladder logic to the processor
Microsoft Windows: install and launch programs, execute menu commands,
navigate dialog boxes, and enter data
Hardware installation and wiring: install the module, and safely connect
Ethernet/IP and SLC devices to a power source and to the MVI46-DFNT
module’s application port(s)
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1.1 System Requirements
The MVI46-DFNT module requires the following minimum hardware and software
components:
Rockwell Automation SLC 5/02 M0/M1 capable processors (or newer), with
compatible power supply and one free slot in the rack, for the MVI46-DFNT
module. The module requires 800mA of available power.
Rockwell Automation RSLogix 500 programming software.
Rockwell Automation RSLinx communication software
Pentium
recommended
Supported operating systems:
o Microsoft
o Windows NT
o Windows 2000
o Windows XP
32 Mbytes of RAM minimum, 64 Mbytes of RAM recommended
50 Mbytes of free hard disk space (or more based on application
requirements)
16-color VGA graphics adapter, 640 x 480 minimum resolution (256 Color
800 × 600 recommended)
CD-ROM drive
®
II 500 MHz minimum. Pentium III 733 MHz (or better)
®
Windows 98
®
(version 4 with SP4 or higher)
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1.2 Package Contents
The following components are included with your MVI46-DFNT module, and are
all required for installation and configuration.
Important: Before beginning the installation, please verify that all of the following items are
present.
Qty. Part Name Part Number Part Description
1 MVI46-DFNT Module MVI46-DFNT EtherNet/IP Client/Server Communication
1 Cable Cable #15 - RS232
1 Cable Cable #14 - RJ45
1 inRAx Solutions CD Contains sample programs, utilities and
If any of these components are missing, please contact ProSoft Technology
Support for replacement parts.
Null Modem
to DB9 Male
Adapter
Module
For RS232 between a Personal Computer
(PC) and the CFG port of the module
For connecting the module’s port to Cable
#15 for RS-232 connections
documentation for the MVI46-DFNT
module.
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1.3 Installing ProSoft Configuration Builder Software
You must install the ProSoft Configuration Builder (PCB) software to configure
the module. You can always get the newest version of ProSoft Configuration
Builder from the ProSoft Technology website.
Installing ProSoft Configuration Builder from the ProSoft website
1 Open your web browser and navigate to http://www.prosoft-
technology.com/pcb
2 Click the DOWNLOAD HERE link to download the latest version of ProSoft
Configuration Builder.
3 Choose SAVE or SAVE FILE when prompted.
4 Save the file to your Windows Desktop, so that you can find it easily when
you have finished downloading.
5 When the download is complete, locate and open the file, and then follow the
instructions on your screen to install the program.
If you do not have access to the Internet, you can install ProSoft Configuration
Builder from the ProSoft Solutions Product CD-ROM, included in the package
with your module.
Installing ProSoft Configuration Builder from the Product CD-ROM
1 Insert the ProSoft Solutions Product CD-ROM into the CD-ROM drive of your
PC. Wait for the startup screen to appear.
2 On the startup screen, click PRODUCT DOCUMENTATION. This action opens a
Windows Explorer file tree window.
3 Click to open the U
and files you will need to set up and configure your module.
4 Double-click the SETUP CONFIGURATION TOOL folder, double-click the
PCB_*.EXE file and follow the instructions on your screen to install the
software on your PC. The information represented by the "*" character in the
file name is the PCB version number and, therefore, subject to change as
new versions of PCB are released.
TILITIES folder. This folder contains all of the applications
Note: Many of the configuration and maintenance procedures use files and other utilities on the
CD-ROM. You may wish to copy the files from the Utilities folder on the CD-ROM to a convenient
location on your hard drive.
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1.4 Setting Jumpers
The Setup Jumper acts as "write protection" for the module’s flash memory. In
"write protected" mode, the Setup pins are not connected, and the module’s
firmware cannot be overwritten. Do not jumper the Setup pins together unless
you are directed to do so by ProSoft Technical Support.
The following illustration shows the MVI46-DFNT jumper configuration.
Note: If you are installing the module in a remote rack, you may prefer to leave the Setup pins
jumpered. That way, you can update the module’s firmware without requiring physical access to
the module.
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1.5 Installing the Module in the Rack
If you have not already installed and configured your SLC processor and power
supply, please do so before installing the MVI46-DFNT module. Refer to your
Rockwell Automation product documentation for installation instructions.
Warning: You must follow all safety instructions when installing this or any other electronic
devices. Failure to follow safety procedures could result in damage to hardware or data, or even
serious injury or death to personnel. Refer to the documentation for each device you plan to
connect to verify that suitable safety procedures are in place before installing or servicing the
device.
After you have checked the placement of the jumpers, insert MVI46-DFNT into
the SLC™ chassis. Use the same technique recommended by Rockwell
Automation to remove and install SLC™ modules.
Warning: This module is not hot-swappable! Always remove power from the rack before
inserting or removing this module, or damage may result to the module, the processor, or other
connected devices.
1 Turn power OFF.
2 Align the module with the top and bottom guides, and slide it into the rack
until the module is firmly against the backplane connector.
3 With a firm but steady push, snap the module into place.
4 Check that the holding clips on the top and bottom of the module are securely
in the locking holes of the rack.
5 Make a note of the slot location. You will need to identify the slot in which the
module is installed in order for the sample program to work correctly. Slot
numbers are identified on the green circuit board (backplane) of the SLC
rack.
6 Turn power ON.
Note: If you insert the module improperly, the system may stop working, or may behave
unpredictably.
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1.6 Connecting your PC to the Processor
1 Connect the right-angle connector end of the cable to your controller at the
communications port.
2 Connect the straight connector end of the cable to the serial port on your
computer.
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1.7 Downloading the Sample Program to the Processor
To download the sample program from RSLogix 500 to the SLC processor
Note: The key switch on the front of the SLC processor must be in the REM position.
1 If you are not already online to the processor, open the Communications
menu, and then choose Download. RSLogix will establish communication
with the processor.
2 Click the Download button to transfer the sample program to the processor.
3 RSLogix will compile the program and transfer it to the processor. This
process may take a few minutes.
4 When the download is complete, RSLogix will open another confirmation
dialog box. Click Yes to switch the processor from Program mode to Run
mode.
Note: If you receive an error message during these steps, refer to your RSLogix documentation to
interpret and correct the error.
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1.7.1 Configuring the RSLinx Driver for the PC COM Port
If RSLogix is unable to establish communication with the processor, follow these
steps.
1 Open RSLinx.
2 Open the COMMUNICATIONS menu, and choose CONFIGURE DRIVERS.
This action opens the Configure Drivers dialog box.
Note: If the list of configured drivers is blank, you must first choose and configure a driver from the
Available Driver Types list. The recommended driver type to choose for serial communication with
the processor is RS-232 DF1 Devices.
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1 Click to select the driver, and then click C
ONFIGURE. This action opens the
Configure RS-232 DF1 Devices dialog box.
2 Click the AUTO-CONFIGURE button. RSLinx will attempt to configure your
serial port to work with the selected driver.
3 When you see the message Auto Configuration Successful, click the OK
button to dismiss the dialog box.
Note: If the auto-configuration procedure fails, verify that the cables are connected correctly
between the processor and the serial port on your computer, and then try again. If you are still
unable to auto-configure the port, refer to your RSLinx documentation for further troubleshooting
steps.
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1.8 Connecting Your PC to the Module
With the module securely mounted, connect your PC to the Configuration/Debug
port using an RJ45-DB-9 Serial Adapter Cable and a Null Modem Cable.
1 Attach both cables as shown.
2 Insert the RJ45 cable connector into the Configuration/Debug port of the
module.
3 Attach the other end to the serial port on your PC.
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2 Configuring the MVI46-DFNT Module
In This Chapter
Using ProSoft Configuration Builder ...................................................... 24
[Module]................................................................................................. 27
[DFNT Client x] ...................................................................................... 29
[DFNT Client x Commands] ................................................................... 30
[DF1 Pass-Through Server Port 1] ........................................................ 37
[DF1 Pass-Through Port]....................................................................... 39
Ethernet Configuration .......................................................................... 42
Downloading the Project to the Module Using a Serial COM port ......... 43
Ladder Logic .......................................................................................... 44
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2.1 Using ProSoft Configuration Builder
ProSoft Configuration Builder (PCB) provides a quick and easy way to manage
module configuration files customized to meet your application needs. PCB is not
only a powerful solution for new configuration files, but also allows you to import
information from previously installed (known working) configurations to new
projects.
2.1.1 Setting Up the Project
To begin, start PROSOFT CONFIGURATION BUILDER (PCB).
If you have used other Windows configuration tools before, you will find the
screen layout familiar. PCB’s window consists of a tree view on the left, and an
information pane and a configuration pane on the right side of the window. When
you first start PCB, the tree view consists of folders for D
EFAULT PROJECT and
DEFAULT LOCATION, with a DEFAULT MODULE in the Default Location folder. The
following illustration shows the PCB window with a new project.
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Your first task is to add the MVI46-DFNT module to the project.
1 Use the mouse to select "Default Module" in the tree view, and then click the
right mouse button to open a shortcut menu.
2 On the shortcut menu, choose "Choose Module Type". This action opens the
Choose Module Type dialog box.
3 In the PRODUCT LINE FILTER area of the dialog box, select MVI46.
4 In the SELECT MODULE TYPE dropdown list, select MVI46-DFNT, and then
click OK to save your settings and return to the ProSoft Configuration Builder
window.
The next task is to set the module parameters.
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2.1.2 Renaming PCB Objects
Notice that the contents of the information pane and the configuration pane
changed when you added the module to the project.
At this time, you may wish to rename the Default Project and Default Location
folders in the tree view.
1 Select the object, and then click the right mouse button to open a shortcut
menu. From the shortcut menu, choose RENAME.
2 Type the name to assign to the object.
3 Click away from the object to save the new name.
Configuring Module Parameters
1 Click on the [+] sign next to the module icon to expand module information.
2 Click on the [+] sign next to any icon to view module information and
configuration options.
3 Double-click any icon to open an Edit dialog box.
4 To edit a parameter, select the parameter in the left pane and make your
changes in the right pane.
5 Click OK to save your changes.
Printing a Configuration File
1 Select the module icon, and then click the right mouse button to open a
shortcut menu.
2 On the shortcut menu, choose VIEW CONFIGURATION. This action opens the
View Configuration window.
3 In the View Configuration window, open the FILE menu, and choose PRINT.
This action opens the Print dialog box.
4 In the Print dialog box, choose the printer to use from the drop-down list,
select printing options, and then click OK.
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2.2 [Module]
This section provides the module with a unique name, identifies the method of
failure for the communications for the module if the processor is not in run, and
describes how to initialize the module upon startup.
2.2.1 Module Name
0 to 80 characters
This parameter assigns a name to the module that can be viewed using the
configuration/debug port. Use this parameter to identify the module and the
configuration file.
2.2.2 M1 Write Size
0 to 4000
This parameter limits the M1 data transferred from the processor to the module.
The module application automatically adjusts the size to an even 50-word
boundary as this is the minimum data transfer size for the application. For
example, a value of 199 would automatically be adjusted to 200. This feature
improves the transfer of data from the processor to the module.
2.2.3 Failure Flag Count
0 through 65535
This parameter specifies the number of successive transfer errors that must
occur before halting communication on the application port(s). If the parameter is
set to 0, the application port(s) will continue to operate under all conditions. If the
value is set larger than 0 (1 to 65535), communications will cease if the specified
number of failures occur.
2.2.4 Initialize Output Data
0 = No, 1 = Yes
This parameter is used to determine if the output data for the module should be
initialized with values from the processor. If the value is set to 0, the output data
will be initialized to 0. If the value is set to 1, the data will be initialized with data
from the processor. Use of this option requires associated ladder logic to pass
the data from the processor to the module.
2.2.5 DFNT Server File Size
100 or 1000
Sets the maximum file size (100 or 1000) for the servers
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2.2.6 Float Write Start
0 to 3950 (multiple of 50)
Starting address within the database of the MVI46-DFNT module where floating
point data will be stored. The module will then automatically swap the byte order
of this data, so that it is displayed correctly within the SLC data tables. This is
necessary as the MVI46-DFNT module and the SLC processor use different
floating point data formats.
2.2.7 Float Write Count
0 to 4000 (multiple of 50)
Sets the size (words) of the float area defined in Float Write Start parameter.
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2.3 [DFNT Client x]
This section defines the configuration for the DFNT Client (master) device
simulated on network port
2.3.1 Minimum Command Delay
0 to 65535 milliseconds
This parameter specifies the number of milliseconds to wait between the initial
issuances of a command. This parameter can be used to delay all commands
sent to servers to avoid "flooding" commands on the network. This parameter
does not affect retries of a command as they will be issued when failure is
recognized.
2.3.2 Response Timeout
0 to 65535 milliseconds
This is the time in milliseconds that a Client will wait before re-transmitting a
command if no response is received from the addressed server. The value to use
depends on the type of communication network used, and the expected
response time of the slowest device on the network.
2.3.3 Retry Count
0 to 10
This parameter specifies the number of times a command will be retried if it fails.
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2.4 [DFNT Client x Commands]
This section defines the EtherNet/IP commands to be issued from the module to
server devices on the network. These commands can be used for data collection
and/or control of devices on the TCP/IP network.
2.4.1 Command List
In order to interface the virtual database with DF1 slave devices, you must
construct a command list. The commands in the list specify the DF1 slave device
to be utilized, the function to be performed (read or write), the data area in the
device to interface with and the position in the virtual database to be associated
with the device data. There is a separate command list for each DF1 master
device emulated. The list is processed from top (command #0) to bottom. A poll
interval parameter is associated with each command to specify a minimum delay
time between the issuance of a command. If the user specifies a value of 10 for
the parameter, the command will be executed no more frequently than every 10
seconds for the serial implementation and 1 second for the network
implementation.
Write commands have a special feature, as they can be set to execute only if the
data in the write command changes. If the data in the command has not changed
since the command was last issued, the command will not be executed. If the
data in the command has changed since the command was last issued, the
command will be executed. Use of this feature can lighten the load on the DF1
network. In order to implement this feature; set the enable code for the command
to a value of 2.
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