ProSoft Technology MVI56-BSAPS User Manual
MVI56-BSAPS
ControlLogix Platform
Bristol Babcock Serial Slave Module
September 22, 2008
USER MANUAL
Please Read This Notice
Successful application of this module requires a reasonable working knowledge of the Rockwell Automation
ControlLogix hardware, the MVI56-BSAPS Module and the application in which the combination is to be used. For
this reason, it is important that those responsible for implementation satisfy themselves that the combination will meet
the needs of the application without exposing personnel or equipment to unsafe or inappropriate working conditions.
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accurate and a true reflection of the product's installation requirements. In order to ensure a complete understanding
of the operation of the product, the user should read all applicable Rockwell Automation documentation on the
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Warnings
UL 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.
Electrical Ratings
Backplane Current Load: 800 mA @ 5 V DC; 3mA @ 24V DC
Operating Temperature: 0 to 60°C (32 to 140°F)
Storage Temperature: -40 to 85°C (-40 to 185°F)
Shock: 30g Operational; 50g non-operational; Vibration: 5 g from 10 to 150 Hz
Relative Humidity 5% to 95% (non-condensing)
All phase conductor sizes must be at least 1.3 mm(squared) and all earth ground conductors must be at least
4mm(squared).
Markings:
II 3 G 0C <=Ta<= 60C EEx nA IIC T4 DEMKO 07ATEX0710717X
Battery Life Advisory
All modules in the MVI series use a rechargeable Lithium Vanadium Pentoxide battery to backup the 512K SRAM
memory, 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 it becomes fully charged. After it is fully charged,
the battery provides backup power for the CMOS setup and configuration data, the real-time clock, and the 512K
SRAM memory for approximately 21 days.
Before you remove a module from its power source, ensure that the battery within the module is fully charged. A fully
charged battery will hold the BIOS settings (after being removed from its power source) for a limited number of days.
When the battery is fully discharged, the module will revert to the default BIOS settings.
Note: The battery is not user replaceable.
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Contents MVI56-BSAPS ♦ ControlLogix Platform
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Contents
Please Read This Notice 2
Warnings............................................................................................................................................. 2
Battery Life Advisory ...........................................................................................................................3
ProSoft® Product Documentation....................................................................................................... 3
Your Feedback Please........................................................................................................................3
Guide to the MVI56-BSAPS User Manual 7
1 Start Here 9
1.1 System Requirements............................................................................................... 9
1.2 Package Contents................................................................................................... 10
1.3 Install ProSoft Configuration Builder Software........................................................11
1.4 Setting Jumpers ......................................................................................................12
1.5 Install the Module in the Rack .................................................................................13
1.6 Connect your PC to the Processor.......................................................................... 14
1.7 Open the Sample Ladder Logic ..............................................................................15
1.8 Download the Sample Program to the Processor................................................... 19
1.9 Connect your PC to the Module ..............................................................................20
2 Module Configuration 21
2.1 Installing and Configuring the Module..................................................................... 21
2.2 ProSoft Configuration Builder.................................................................................. 25
2.3 [Module]................................................................................................................... 29
2.4 [Backplane 56].........................................................................................................29
2.5 [BSAPS Config] .......................................................................................................30
2.6 [BSAP Data Element].............................................................................................. 31
2.7 [BSAP Port x] ..........................................................................................................32
2.8 Download the Project to the Module ....................................................................... 33
2.9 Configuring a BSAP Master ....................................................................................34
3 Ladder Logic 37
3.1 Module Data Object (BSAPModuleDef).................................................................. 37
3.2 BSAP Message Data...............................................................................................40
4 Diagnostics and Troubleshooting 43
4.1 Reading Status Data from the Module.................................................................... 43
4.2 LED Status Indicators..............................................................................................52
5 Reference 55
5.1 Product Specifications.............................................................................................55
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5.2 Functional Overview ............................................................................................... 57
5.3 Cable Connections ................................................................................................. 65
5.4 MVI56-BSAPS Status Data Area............................................................................ 70
6 Support, Service & Warranty 73
6.1 How to Contact Us: Technical Support................................................................... 73
6.2 Return Material Authorization (RMA) Policies and Conditions............................... 74
6.3 LIMITED WARRANTY............................................................................................ 76
Index 81
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Function Section to Read Details
Introduction
(Must Do)
Verify Communication,
Diagnostic and
Troubleshooting
Reference
Product Specifications
Functional Overview
Glossary
Support, Service, and
Warranty
Index
→
→
→
→
Start Here (page 9)
Verifying
Communication
(page 52)
Diagnostics and
Troubleshooting
(page 43)
Reference (page 55)
Functional Overview
(page 57)
Product
Specifications (page
55)
Support, Service
and Warranty (page
73)
This Section introduces the customer to the
module. Included are: package contents,
system requirements, hardware installation, and
basic configuration.
This section describes how to verify
communications with the network. 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 .............................................................................9
Package Contents .................................................................................10
Install ProSoft Configuration Builder Software.......................................11
Setting Jumpers ....................................................................................12
Install the Module in the Rack ...............................................................13
Connect your PC to the Processor........................................................ 14
Open the Sample Ladder Logic.............................................................15
Download the Sample Program to the Processor.................................. 19
Connect your PC to the Module ............................................................20
Installing the MVI56-BSAPS module requires a reasonable working knowledge of
the Rockwell Automation hardware, the MVI56-BSAPS Module and the
application in which they will be used.
Caution: It is important that those responsible for implementation can complete the
application without exposing perso nnel, or equipment, to unsafe or inappropriate working
conditions. Safety, quality and experience ar e key factors in a successful installation.
1.1 System Requirements
The MVI56-BSAPS module requires the following minimum hardware and
software components:
Rockwell Automation ControlLogix™ processor, with compatible power
supply and one free slot in the rack, for the MVI56-BSAPS module. The
module requires 800mA of available power.
Rockwell Automation RSLogix 5000 programming software version 2.51 or
higher.
Rockwell Automation RSLinx communication software
Pentium® II 450 MHz minimum. Pentium III 733 MHz (or better)
recommended
Supported operating systems:
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
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100 Mbytes of free hard disk space (or more based on application
requirements)
256-color VGA graphics adapter, 800 x 600 minimum resolution (True Color
1024 × 768 recommended)
CD-ROM drive
ProSoft Configuration Builder, HyperTerminal or other terminal emulator
program.
Note: You can install the module in a local or remote rack. For remote rack installation, the module
requires EtherNet/IP or ControlNet communication with the processor.
1.2 Package Contents
The following components are included with your MVI56-BSAPS module, and are
all required for installation and configuration.
Important: Before beginning the installation, please verify that all of the following items ar e
present.
Qty. Part Name Part Number Part Description
1
1 Cable
3 Cable
2 Adapter 1454-9F
1
MVI56BSAPS
Module
ProSoft
Solutions CD
MVI56-BSAPS Bristol Babcock Serial Slave Module
Cable #15, RS232
Null Modem
Cable #14, RJ45 to
DB9 Male Adapter
cable
For RS232 Connection to the CFG Port
For DB9 Connection to Module's Port
Two Adapters, DB9 Female to Screw Terminal. For
RS422 or RS485 Connections to Port 1 and 2 of the
Module
Contains sample programs, utilities and
documentation for the MVI56-BSAPS module.
If any of these components are missing, please contact ProSoft Technology
Support for replacement parts.
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1.3 Install ProSoft Configuration Builder Software
You must install the ProSoft Configuration Builder (PCB) software in order to
configure the MVI56-BSAPS module. You can always get the newest version of
ProSoft Configuration Builder from the ProSoft Technology web site.
To install ProSoft Configuration Builder from the ProSoft Web Site
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. The following illustrations
show the file download prompt for two of the most common web browsers.
4 Make a note of the location where you saved the file, for example "Desktop",
or "My Documents", so you can start the installation program.
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 CD-ROM, included in the package with your
MVI56-BSAPS module.
To install ProSoft Configuration Builder from the CD-ROM
1 Insert the ProSoft Solutions CD-ROM into the CD drive of your PC. Wait for
the startup screen to appear.
2 On the startup screen, click Product Documentation. This action opens an
explorer window.
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3 Click to open the Utilities folder. This folder contains all of the applications
and files you will need to set up and configure your module.
4 Double-click the ProSoft Configuration Builder Setup program and follow the
instructions on your screen to install the software on your PC.
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 conveni ent
location on your hard drive.
1.4 Setting Jumpers
If you use an interface other than RS-232 (default), you must change the jumper
configuration to match the interface. There are three jumpers located at the
bottom of the module.
The following illustration shows the MVI56-BSAPS jumper configuration:
1 Set the PRT 2 (for application port 1) and PRT 3 (for application port 2)
jumpers for RS232, RS422 or RS485 to match the wiring needed for your
application. The default jumper setting for both application ports is RS-232.
2 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.
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1.5 Install the Module in the Rack
If you have not already installed and configured your ControlLogix processor and
power supply, please do so before installing the MVI56-BSAPS 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 MVI56-BSAPS into
the ControlLogix chassis. Use the same technique recommended by Rockwell
Automation to remove and install ControlLogix modules.
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. Verify that power is
removed or the area is non-hazardous before proceeding. Repeated electrical arcing causes
excessive wear to contacts on both the module and its mating connector. Worn contacts may
create electrical resistance that can affect module operation.
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.
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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
ControlLogix rack.
6 Turn power ON.
Note: If you insert the module improperly, the system may stop working, or may behave
unpredictably.
Note: If you are installing MVI56-BSAPS with other modules connected to the PCI bus, the
peripheral modules will not have holdi ng clips. Make sure all of the modules are aligned with their
respective slots before you snap them into place.
1.6 Connect 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 Open the Sample Ladder Logic
The sample program for your MVI56-BSAPS module includes custom tags, data
types and ladder logic for data I/O and status monitoring. For most applications,
you can run the sample ladder program without modification, or, for advanced
applications, you can incorporate the sample program into your existing
application.
The inRAx Solutions CD provides one or more versions of the sample ladder
logic. The version number appended to the file name corresponds with the
firmware version number of your ControlLogix processor. The firmware version
and sample program version must match.
1.7.1 To Determine the Firmware Version of your Processor
Important: The RSLinx service must be installed and running on your computer in order for
RSLogix to communicate with the processor. Refer to y our RSLinx and RSLogix documentation for
help configuring and troubleshooti ng these applications.
1 Connect an RS-232 serial cable from the COM (serial) port on your PC to the
communication port on the front of the processor.
2 Start RSLogix 5000 and close any existing project that may be loaded.
3 Open the Communications menu and choose Go Online. RSLogix will
establish communication with the processor. This may take a few moments.
4 When RSLogix has established communication with the processor, the
Connected To Go Online dialog box will open.
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5 On the Connected To Go Online dialog box, click the General tab. This tab
shows information about the processor, including the Revision (firmware)
version. In the following illustration, the firmware version is 11.32
1.7.2 Select the Slot Number for the Module
The sample application is for a module installed in Slot 1 in a ControlLogix rack.
The ladder logic uses the slot number to identify the module. If you are installing
the module in a different slot, you must update the ladder logic so that program
tags and variables are correct, and do not conflict with other modules in the rack.
To change the slot number
1 In the Controller Organization list, select the module [1] 1756-MODULE
MVI56, and then click the right mouse button to open a shortcut menu.
2 On the shortcut menu, choose Properties. This action opens the Module
Properties dialog box.
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3 In the Slot: field, use the spinners on the right side of the field to select the
slot number where the module will reside in the rack, and then click OK.
RSLogix will automatically apply the slot number change to all tags, variables
and ladder logic rungs that use the MVI56-BSAPS slot number for computation.
1.7.3 Configuring RSLinx
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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3 Click to select the driver, and then click Configure. This action opens the
Configure Allen-Bradley DF1 Communications Device dialog box.
4 Click the Auto-Configure button. RSLinx will attempt to configure your serial
port to work with the selected driver.
5 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 correc t ly
between the processor and the serial p ort on your computer, and then try again. If you are still
unable to auto-configure the port, refer to yo ur RSLinx documentation for further troubleshooting
steps.
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1.8 Download the Sample Program to the Processor
Note: The key switch on the front of the ControlLogix module must be in the REM position.
To download the sample program from RSLogix 5000 to the ControlLogix processor
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 When communication is established, RSLogix will open a confirmation dialog
box. 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 OK 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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1.9 Connect 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 or laptop.
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2 Module Configuration
In This Chapter
Installing and Configuring the Module ...................................................21
ProSoft Configuration Builder ................................................................25
[Module].................................................................................................29
[Backplane 56]....................................................................................... 29
[BSAPS Config] .....................................................................................30
[BSAP Data Element] ............................................................................ 31
[BSAP Port x] ........................................................................................32
Download the Project to the Module......................................................33
Configuring a BSAP Master...................................................................34
This section contains the setup procedure, data, and ladder logic requirements
for successful application of the MVI56-BSAPS module. Each step in the setup
procedure is defined in order to simplify the use of the module.
The section also contains a discussion of the data object defined for the module.
This single object completely encapsulates all the data required for module
operation. It is important to understand each element of the object for proper
application of the module.
The ladder logic requirement section defines the minimum ladder logic required
to apply the module in a user application. The logic is simple to understand and
implement.
2.1 Installing and Configuring the Module
The configuration process consists of the following steps.
1 Download the sample program to the processor.
Note: For most applications, the sample program will work without modification. We strongly
recommend setting up the module first with the sample program, before attempting to add the
module to an existing application or create a custom application.
Modify the module's configuration files to meet the needs of your application, and
copy the updated configuration to the module. Example configuration files are
provided on the CD-ROM. Refer to Modifying the Configuration File (page 27) for
more information on the configuration files.
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First, define the module to the system. Right-click the mouse button on the I/O
Configuration option in the Controller Organization window to display a pop-up
menu. Select the New Module… option from the I/O Configuration menu.
This action opens the following dialog box.
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Select the 1756-Module (Generic 1756 Module) from the list and click OK. The
following dialog box is displayed.
Fill in the dialog boxes as shown adjusting the Name, Description and Slot
options for your application. You must select the Comm Format as Data - INT in
the dialog box. Failure to set the Assembly Instance and Size values correctly
will result in a module that will not communicate over the backplane of the
ControlLogix rack. Click Next to display the next dialog box.
Select the Request Packet Interval value for scanning the I/O on the module.
This value represents the minimum frequency the module will handle scheduled
events. This value should not be set to less than 1 millisecond. Values between 1
and 10 milliseconds should work with most applications.
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After completing the module setup, the Controller Organization window will
display the module's presence. The data required for the module will be defined
to the application, and objects will be allocated in the Controller Tags data area.
The following example shows the Controller Organization window.
Next, define the User Defined Data Types to be used with the module. Copy
these data types from the example ladder logic if you are not using the example.
They will be defined if you are starting from the example ladder logic. The
Controller Organization window should display the User Defined Data Types
shown in the following example:
Next, define the data to be used to interface with the module and the ladder logic.
Open the Controller Tags Edit Tags dialog box and enter the values required for
the application. You can set the tag name to any valid tag name you desire. If
you are using the example ladder logic, this step has already been performed.
The last step in the module setup is to add the ladder logic. If you are using the
example ladder logic, adjust the ladder to fit your application. If you are not using
the ladder example, copy the ladder logic shown in the Controller Organization
window below to your application.
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2.2 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.
2.2.1 Set Up the Project
To begin, start ProSoft Configuration Builder. If you have used other Windows
configuration tools before, you will find the screen layout familiar. ProSoft
Configuration Builder's window consists of a tree view on the left, an information
pane and a configuration pane on the right side of the window. When you first
start ProSoft Configuration Builder, the tree view consists of folders for Default
Project and Default Location, with a Default Module in the Default Location
folder. The following illustration shows the ProSoft Configuration Builder window
with a new project.
Your first task is to add the MVI56-BSAPS 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.
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