ProSoft Technology MVI69-GSC User Manual
MVI69-GSC
CompactLogix or MicroLogix
Platform
Generic ASCII Serial Communication
Module
September 20, 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 non-hazardous.
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 @ 5.1 Vdc
Power Supply Distance Rating: 2
Operating Temperature: 0°C to 60°C (32°F to 140°F)
Storage Temperature: -40°C to 85°C (-40°F to 185°F)
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
Class I, Division 2 Groups A, B, C, D
II 3 G
Ex nA IIC X
0°C <= Ta <= +60°C
II - Equipment intended for above ground use (not for use in mines).
3 - Category 3 equipment, investigated for normal operation only.
G - Equipment protected against explosive gasses.
Agency Approvals and Certifications
Agency Applicable Standard(s)
ATEX EN 60079-0:2006, EN 60079-15:2005
DNV DET NORSKE VERITAS Test 2.4
CE EMC-EN61326-1:2006; EN61000-6-4:2007
CB Safety CA/10533/CSA, IEC 61010-1 Ed. 2, CB 243333-2056722
(2090408)
GOST-R EN 61010
ME06
MVI69-GSC ♦ CompactLogix or MicroLogix Platform Contents
Generic ASCII Serial Communication Module User Manual
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 ........................................................................................................................... 4
Markings .............................................................................................................................................. 4
Guide to the MVI69-GSC User Manual 7
1 Start Here 9
1.1
1.2
1.3
1.4
1.5
System Requirements ............................................................................................. 10
Package Contents ................................................................................................... 11
Installing ProSoft Configuration Builder Software ................................................... 12
Setting Jumpers ...................................................................................................... 13
Install the Module in the Rack ................................................................................. 14
2 Configuring the MVI69-GSC Module 17
2.1
2.2
2.3
2.4
2.5
2.6
2.7
2.8
2.1.1
2.1.2
2.1.3
2.1.4
2.3.1
2.5.1
2.5.2
MVI69-GSC Sample Add-On Instruction Import Procedure .................................... 18
Create a new RSLogix5000 project ........................................................................ 18
Create the Module ................................................................................................... 19
Import the Ladder Rung .......................................................................................... 22
Adding Multiple Modules (Optional) ........................................................................ 25
Connecting Your PC to the Processor .................................................................... 31
Downloading the Sample Program to the Processor .............................................. 32
Configuring the RSLinx Driver for the PC COM Port .............................................. 33
Connect your PC to the Module .............................................................................. 35
Using ProSoft Configuration Builder ....................................................................... 36
Setting Up the Project ............................................................................................. 36
Renaming PCB Objects .......................................................................................... 38
Configuration Data .................................................................................................. 40
Changing Parameters During Operation ................................................................. 44
Downloading the Project to the Module Using a Serial COM port .......................... 45
3 Ladder Logic 47
3.1
3.2
3.3
Adding the Module to an Existing CompactLogix Project ....................................... 48
Adding the Module to an Existing MicroLogix Project ............................................. 51
Adjust the Input and Output Array Sizes (Optional) ................................................ 53
4 Diagnostics and Troubleshooting 55
4.1
4.1.1
LED Status Indicators .............................................................................................. 56
Clearing a Fault Condition ....................................................................................... 57
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4.1.2
4.2
4.3
4.2.1
4.2.2
4.2.3
4.2.4
Troubleshooting ...................................................................................................... 58
Using ProSoft Configuration Builder (PCB) for Diagnostics ................................... 59
Using the Diagnostic Window in ProSoft Configuration Builder ............................. 59
Navigation ............................................................................................................... 61
Main Menu .............................................................................................................. 62
Data Analyzer ......................................................................................................... 64
Reading Status Data from the Module ................................................................... 67
5 Reference 69
5.1
5.2
5.3
5.4
5.5
5.1.1
5.1.2
5.1.3
5.2.1
5.2.2
5.2.3
5.3.1
5.3.2
5.3.3
5.3.4
5.3.5
Product Specifications ............................................................................................ 70
General Specifications ............................................................................................ 70
Hardware Specifications ......................................................................................... 71
Functional Specifications ........................................................................................ 72
Functional Overview ............................................................................................... 73
General Concepts ................................................................................................... 73
Data Flow between MVI69-GSC Module and CompactLogix Processor ............... 74
Special Function Blocks .......................................................................................... 80
Cable Connections ................................................................................................. 81
RS-232 Configuration/Debug Port .......................................................................... 81
RS-232 Application Port(s) .................................................................................... 81
RS-422 .................................................................................................................... 84
RS-485 Application Port(s) ..................................................................................... 84
DB9 to RJ45 Adaptor (Cable 14) ............................................................................ 85
GSC Database Definition ........................................................................................ 86
Status Data Definition ............................................................................................. 87
6 Support, Service & Warranty 91
Contacting Technical Support .......................................................................................................... 91
6.1
6.2
6.1.1
6.1.2
6.1.3
6.2.1
6.2.2
6.2.3
6.2.4
6.2.5
6.2.6
6.2.7
6.2.8
6.2.9
6.2.10
Return Material Authorization (RMA) Policies and Conditions ............................... 93
Returning Any Product ............................................................................................ 93
Returning Units Under Warranty ............................................................................. 94
Returning Units Out of Warranty ............................................................................. 94
LIMITED WARRANTY ............................................................................................ 95
What Is Covered By This Warranty ........................................................................ 95
What Is Not Covered By This Warranty .................................................................. 96
Disclaimer Regarding High Risk Activities .............................................................. 96
Intellectual Property Indemnity ............................................................................... 97
Disclaimer of all Other Warranties .......................................................................... 97
Limitation of Remedies ** ....................................................................................... 98
Time Limit for Bringing Suit ..................................................................................... 98
No Other Warranties ............................................................................................... 98
Allocation of Risks .................................................................................................. 98
Controlling Law and Severability ............................................................................ 99
Index 101
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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 9) This section introduces the customer to the
→
Diagnostics and
→
Troubleshooting
(page 55)
Reference (page 69)
→
Product
Specifications (page
70)
Functional Overview
(page 73)
Support, Service
→
and Warranty (page
91)
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 ........................................................................... 10
Package Contents ................................................................................. 11
Installing ProSoft Configuration Builder Software .................................. 12
Setting Jumpers .................................................................................... 13
Install the Module in the Rack ............................................................... 14
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
and CompactLogix or MicroLogix devices to a power source and to the
MVI69-GSC module’s application port(s)
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1.1 System Requirements
The MVI69-GSC module requires the following minimum hardware and software
components:
Rockwell Automation CompactLogix or MicroLogix processor, with
compatible power supply and one free slot in the rack, for the MVI69-GSC
module. The module requires 800 mA of available power.
Important: The MVI69-GSC module has a power supply distance rating of 2 (L43 and L45
installations on first 2 slots of 1769 bus).
Important: For 1769-L23x processors, please make note of the following limitations.
1769-L23-QBFC1B = 800 mA at 5 Vdc (One MVI69-GSC will use all 800 mA of available power.
No other modules can be used with an MVI69 module connected to this processor.)
1769-L23E-QB1B = 1000 mA at 5 Vdc (One MVI69-GSC will use 800 mA of available power. One
other module can be used on this rack provided it consumes less than 200 mA at 5 Vdc.)
1769-L23E-QBFC1B = 450 mA at 5 Vdc (No MVI69 module can be used with this processor.)
Rockwell Automation RSLogix 5000 (CompactLogix) or RSLogix 500
(MicroLogix) programming software
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
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
HyperTerminal or other terminal emulator program capable of file transfers
using Ymodem protocol.
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1.2 Package Contents
The following components are included with your MVI69-GSC 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 MVI69-GSC Module MVI69-GSC Generic ASCII Serial Communication
1 Cable Cable #15, RS232
3 Cable Cable #14, RJ45 to
2 Adapter 1454-9F Two Adapters, DB9 Female to Screw
1 ProSoft Solutions CD Contains sample programs, utilities and
Module
For RS232 Connection to the CFG Port
Null Modem
For DB9 Connection to Module’s Port
DB9 Male Adapter
cable
Terminal. For RS422 or RS485
Connections to Port 1 and 2 of the Module
documentation for the MVI69-GSC module.
If any of these components are missing, please contact ProSoft Technology
Support for replacement parts.
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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 D
Configuration Builder.
3 Choose S
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 P
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 S
PCB_*.
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.
OWNLOAD HERE
AVE
or S
AVE FILE
TILITIES
ETUP CONFIGURATION TOOL
EXE
file and follow the instructions on your screen to install the
link to download the latest version of ProSoft
when prompted.
RODUCT DOCUMENTATION
folder. This folder contains all of the applications
folder, double-click the
. This action opens a
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
When the module is manufactured, the port selection jumpers are set to RS-232.
To use RS-422 or RS-485, you must set the jumpers to the correct position. The
following diagram describes the jumper settings.
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
This section describes how to install the module into a CompactLogix or
MicroLogix rack
Before you attempt to install the module, make sure that the bus lever of the
adjacent module is in the unlocked (fully right) position.
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 Align the module using the upper and lower tongue-and-groove slots with the
adjacent module and slide forward in the direction of the arrow.
2 Move the module back along the tongue-and-groove slots until the bus
connectors on the MVI69 module and the adjacent module line up with each
other.
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3 Push the module’s bus lever back slightly to clear the positioning tab and
move it firmly to the left until it clicks. Ensure that it is locked firmly in place.
4 Close all DIN-rail latches.
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5 Press the DIN-rail mounting area of the controller against the DIN-rail. The
latches will momentarily open and lock into place.
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2 Configuring the MVI69-GSC Module
In This Chapter
MVI69-GSC Sample Add-On Instruction Import Procedure ................... 18
Connecting Your PC to the Processor ................................................... 31
Downloading the Sample Program to the Processor ............................. 32
Connect your PC to the Module ............................................................ 35
Using ProSoft Configuration Builder ...................................................... 36
Configuration Data ................................................................................ 40
Changing Parameters During Operation ............................................... 44
Downloading the Project to the Module Using a Serial COM port ......... 45
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2.1 MVI69-GSC Sample Add-On Instruction Import Procedure
Note: this section only applies if you are using RSLogix 5000 version 16 or higher. If you are
configuring the MVI69-GSC module with an earlier version of RSLogix 5000, please refer to
69GSC - Installing and Configuring the Module with a CompactLogix Processor (page 48).
The following file is required before you start this procedure. Copy the file from
the ProSoft Solutions CD-ROM, or download it from
www.prosoft-technology.com.
File Name Description
AOI69GSC.L5X L5X file containing Add-On instruction, user defined data types, data
objects and ladder logic required to set up the MVI69-GSC module
2.1.1 Create a new RSLogix5000 project
1 Open the F
ILE
menu, and then choose NEW…
2 Select R
EVISION
16
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2.1.2 Create the Module
1 Right-click I/O Configuration and choose New Module…
2 Select 1769-MODULE
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3 Set the Module Properties values as follows:
Parameter Value
Name Enter a module identification string. Example:
MVI69GSC
Description Enter a description for the module. Example: ProSoft
communication module for ModbusTCP/IP
communication.
Comm Format Select DATA-INT
Slot Enter the slot number in the rack where the MVI69-
GSC module will be installed.
Input Assembly Instance 101
Input Size 60
Output Assembly Instance 100
Output Size 60
Configuration Assembly Instance 102
Configuration Size 0
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4 On the Connection tab, set the RPI value for your project. Click OK to
confirm.
Now the MVI69-GSC module will be visible at the I/O Configuration section.
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2.1.3 Import the Ladder Rung
1 Open your application in RSLogix 5000.
2 Expand the Tasks folder, and then expand the Main Task folder.
3 On the Main Program folder, click the right mouse button to open a shortcut
menu. On the shortcut menu, choose New Routine.
4 In the New Routine dialog box, enter the name and description of your
routine, and then click OK.
5 Select an empty rung in the new routine, and then click the right mouse
button to open a shortcut menu. On the shortcut menu, choose "Import
Rung…".
6 Select the AOI69GSC.L5X file. The Add-On Instruction file is located on the
ProSoft Solutions CD-ROM. You can also download the Add-On Instruction
file from www.prosoft-technology.com.
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7 The following window will be displayed showing the controller tags to be
created during the import procedure:
8 If you are using the module in a different slot (or remote rack) select the
correct connection input and output variables associated to the module. If
your module is located in slot 1 of the local rack this step is not required.
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9 Click OK to confirm the import. RSLogix will indicate that the import is under
progress:
When the import is completed, the new rung with the Add-On instruction will be
visible as shown in the following illustration.
The procedure has also imported new user defined data types, data objects and
the Add-On instruction to be used at your project.
Save the application and proceed to download the ladder logic into the
processor.
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2.1.4 Adding Multiple Modules (Optional)
Important: If your application requires more than one MVI69-GSC module in the same project,
follow the steps below.
1 In the I/O Configuration folder, click the right mouse button to open a shortcut
menu, and then choose New Module.
2 Select 1769-MODULE
3 Fill the module properties as follows:
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Parameter Value
Name Enter a module identification string. Example: MVI69MCM_2
Description Enter a description for the module. Example: ProSoft communication
module for Serial Modbus communications.
Comm Format Select Data-INT
Slot Enter the slot number in the rack where the MV69-MCM module will be
installed.
Input Assembly
Instance
Input Size 60
Output Assembly
Instance
Output Size 60
Configuration
Assembly Instance
Configuration Size 0
101
100
102
4 Click OK to confirm. The new module is now visible:
5 Expand the Tasks folder, and then expand the MainTask folder.
6 On the MainProgram folder, click the right mouse button to open a shortcut
menu. On the shortcut menu, choose New Routine.
7 In the New Routine dialog box, enter the name and description of your
routine, and then click OK.
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8 Select an empty rung in the new routine, and then click the right mouse
button to open a shortcut menu. On the shortcut menu, choose "Import
Rung…".
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9 Select the AOI69GSC.L5X file. The Add-On Instruction file is located on the
ProSoft Solutions CD-ROM. You can also download the Add-On Instruction
file from www.prosoft-technology.com.
10 The following window will be displayed showing the tags to be imported:
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11 Associate the I/O connection variables to the correct module. The default
values are Local:1:I and Local:1:O so these require change.
12 Change the default tags GSC and AOI69GSC to avoid conflict with existing
tags. This procedure will append the string "_2" as follows:
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13 Click OK to confirm.
The setup procedure is now complete. Save the project and download the
application to your ControlLogix processor.
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