ArmorPOINT 24V DC Very High Speed Counter
Modules, Series A
Catalog number 1738-VHSC24M23
The ArmorPOINT® I/O family (Bulletin 1738) consists of modular I/O
modules. The sealed IP67 housing of these modules requires no enclosure.
(Note that environmental requirements other than IP67 may require an
additional appropriate housing.) The I/O connector is sealed M23 style. The
mounting base ships with the module. The 1738-VHSC24M23 module is
shown below.
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WARNING
IMPORTANT
ATTENTION
SHOCK HAZARD
BURN HAZARD
Important User Information
Solid state equipment has operational characteristics differing from those of electromechanical equipment. Safety
Guidelines for the Application, Installation and Maintenance of Solid State Controls (Publication
SGI-1.1 available from your
local Rockwell Automation sales office or online at http://www.rockwellautomation.com/literature/) describes some
important differences between solid state equipment and hard-wired electromechanical devices. Because of this
difference, and also because of the wide variety of uses for solid state equipment, all persons responsible for applying
this equipment must satisfy themselves that each intended application of this equipment is acceptable.
In no event will Rockwell Automation, Inc. be responsible or liable for indirect or consequential damages resulting
from the use or application of this equipment.
The examples and diagrams in this manual are included solely for illustrative purposes. Because of the many variables
and requirements associated with any particular installation, Rockwell Automation, Inc. cannot assume responsibility
or liability for actual use based on the examples and diagrams.
No patent liability is assumed by Rockwell Automation, Inc. with respect to use of information, circuits, equipment, or
software described in this manual.
Reproduction of the contents of this manual, in whole or in part, without written permission of Rockwell Automation,
Inc. is prohibited.
Throughout this manual we use notes to make you aware of safety considerations.
Identifies information about practices or circumstances that can cause an explosion in a hazardous
environment, which may lead to personal injury or death, property damage, or economic loss.
Identifies information that is critical for successful application and understanding of the product.
Identifies information about practices or circumstances that can lead to personal injury or death,
property damage, or economic loss. Attentions help you:
• identify a hazard
• avoid a hazard
• recognize the consequence
Labels may be located on or inside the equipment to alert people that dangerous voltage may be
present.
Labels may be located on or inside the equipment to alert people that surfaces may be dangerous
temperatures.
.
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ATTENTION
ATTENTION
Environment and Enclosure
This equipment is intended for use in overvoltage Category
II applications (as defined in IEC publication 60664-1), at
altitudes up to 2000 meters without derating.
This equipment is considered Group 1, Class A industrial
equipment according to IEC/CISPR Publication 11.
Without appropriate precautions, there may be potential
difficulties ensuring electromagnetic compatibility in other
environments due to conducted as well as radiated
disturbance.
This equipment is supplied as "enclosed" equipment. It
should not require additional system enclosure when used
in locations consistent with the enclosure type ratings
stated in the Specifications section of this publication.
Subsequent sections of this publication may contain
additional information regarding specific enclosure type
ratings, beyond what this product provides, that are
required to comply with certain product safety
certifications.
NOTE: See NEMA Standards publication 250 and IEC
publication 60529, as applicable, for explanations of the
degrees of protection provided by different types of
enclosure. Also, see the appropriate sections in this
publication, as well as the Allen-Bradley publication
1770-4.1 ("Industrial Automation Wiring and Grounding
Guidelines"), for additional installation requirements
pertaining to this equipment.
Preventing Electrostatic Discharge
This equipment is sensitive to electrostatic discharge, which
can cause internal damage and affect normal operation.
Follow these guidelines when you handle this equipment:
• Touch a grounded object to discharge potential static.
• Wear an approved grounding wriststrap.
• Do not touch connectors or pins on component
boards.
• Do not touch circuit components inside the equipment.
• If available, use a static-safe workstation.
• When not in use, store the equipment in appropriate
static-safe packaging.
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IMPORTANT
43769
4.02 in.
102 mm
1.81 in.
46 mm
Adapter
1.9 in.
47.2 mm
2.0 in.
50 mm
0.87 in.
22 mm
2.0 in.
50 mm
0.87 in.
22 mm
2.0 in.
50 mm
Mount the I/O Base
To mount the ArmorPOINT I/O base on a wall or panel, use the screw holes
provided in the ArmorPOINT base.
The ArmorPOINT I/O module must be mounted on a
grounded metal mounting plate or other conductive
surface.
A mounting illustration for the ArmorPOINT base with an adapter is shown
below.
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Ground lug connection
Latching mechanism
KeyswitchSet to position 2 for
the 1738 specialty
modules
Mounting base
43675
Install the mounting base as follows:
1. Lay out the required points as shown above in the drilling dimension
drawing.
2. Drill the necessary holes for #8 (M4) machine or self-tapping screws.
3. Mount the base using #8 (M4) screws.
4. Ground the system using the ground lug connection. (The ground lug
connection is also a mounting hole.)
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Module will bridge two bases.
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Install the ArmorPOINT
Very High Speed
Counter Module
To install the ArmorPOINT Very High Speed Counter module, proceed as
follows.
1. Using a bladed screwdriver, rotate the keyswitch on the mounting base
clockwise until the number 2 aligns with the notch in the base.
2. Position the module vertically above the mounting base. The module
will bridge two bases.
1738-VHSC24M23/A
24V dc In
MOD
NET
A
B
Z
0
1
3. Push the module down until it engages the latching mechanism. You will
hear a clicking sound when the module is properly engaged.
The locking mechanism will lock the module to the base.
Remove the ArmorPOINT Very High Speed Counter Module From
the Mounting Base
To remove the module from the mounting base:
1. Put a flat blade screwdriver into the slot of the orange latching
mechanism.
2. Push the screwdriver toward the I/O module to disengage the latch.
The module will lift up off the base.
3. Pull the module off of the base.
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Following are wiring instructions for the ArmorPOINT Very High Speed
Counter module.
1738-VHSC24M23
If shielded cable is used, shield lead can be connected to
chassis pin 12 on the connector.
Make sure all connectors and caps are securely tightened to
properly seal the connections against leaks and maintain
IP67 requirements.
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Communicate With
Your Module
I/O messages are sent to (consumed) and received from (produced) the
ArmorPOINT I/O modules. These messages are mapped into the processor’s
memory. This ArmorPOINT I/O input/output module produces 6 or 10
bytes of input data (scanner Rx - status). It consumes 2 or 4 bytes of I/O data
(scanner Tx). See the 1738 ArmorPOINT adapter User Manual, publication
1734-UM016, for specific parameter information.
Default Data Map for the ArmorPOINT Very High Speed
Counter Module
Message size: 6 or 10 Bytes
15 14 13 12 11 10 09 08 07 06 05 04 03 02 01 00
Produces
(Scanner Rx)
P EE FNR0F SF SOSOS0ZSBSASC1C0ZD0
Channel 0 value of present counter state (LSW)
Channel 0 value of present counter state (MSW)
Requested Poll Produce Assembly
Requested Change of State Produce Assembly
Where: PE = Programming error
EF = EEPROM fault status
NR = Not ready status bit
FS = Output fault status bit - bit 10 for output 0, bit 11 for output 1
OS = Output on/off status bit - bit 8 for output 0, bit 9 for output 1
ZS = Z input status
BS = B input status
AS = A input status
C = Stored data count
ZD = Zero frequency detected
LSW = Least significant word
MSW = Most significant word
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Note that when a configuration is sent to the module, it is checked for
consistency before being applied. If an error is found in the configuration, the
PE bit is asserted and the module retains its previous configuration. Monitor
this PE bit with your user program to isolate any problems an improperly
configured module may have. If the configuration is considered acceptable, the
counter ASIC is disabled, counting is suspended, and outputs are shut off
while the ASIC is loaded with the new operational parameters.
Message size: 2 or 4 Bytes
08 - 150706050403020100
Consumes
(scanner Tx)
000000VRCPCR
0DSESOEFODSESOEFO
Requested Poll Consume Assembly
Where: VR = Value reset of stored/accumulated count
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Configure the Very High Speed Counter Module
ParameterSet/GetDescriptionBytes
1Set/GetCounter Configuration (see page 11)1
2Set/GetFilter Selection (see page 12)1
3Set/GetDecimal Position1
4Set/GetActive Output Assembly1
5Set/GetTime Base Value/PWM Period2
6Set/GetGate Interval1
7Set/GetChannel Scalar (see page 12)1
8Set/GetOutput 0 Ties1
9Set/GetOutput 1 Ties1
10Set/GetChannel Rollover Value4
11Set/GetChannel Preset Value4
12Set/GetON Value 14
13Set/GetOFF Value 14
14Set/GetON Value 24
15Set/GetOFF Value 24
16Set/GetON Value 34
17Set/GetOFF Value 34
18Set/GetON Value 44
19Set/GetOFF Value 44
20Set/GetPWM Safe State Value2
21Set/GetCounter Control Safe State1
22Set/GetOutput Control Safe State1
23Set/GetRequested Poll Produce Assembly1
24Set/GetRequested COS Produce Assembly1
25Set/GetRequested Poll Consume Assembly1
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00000001Z - F
00000 010Z/2 - F
00000100Z/4 - F
00001000Z/8 - F
00010000Z/16 - F
0010 0000Z/32 - F
01000000Z/64 - F
10000000Z/128 - F
1 Where Fmin indicates the frequency at which the zero frequency detect is asserted due
to counter overflow.
Scalar
min
1
= 0.149Hz
= 0.298Hz
min
= 0.596Hz
min
= 1.192Hz
min
= 2.384Hz
min
= 4.768Hz
min
= 9.537Hz
min
= 19.073Hz
min
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Assemblies
The Very High Speed Counter Module uses several words to communicate real
time input and output data as well as non-real time module information (that
is, description, revision, and so on) and configuration. The following table
shows the words which can be exchanged. Data may be read (get) or written
(set) using an explicit message.
Filter Selection1
Decimal Position1
Active Output Assembly1
Time Base or PWM Period2
Gate Interval1
Scalar1
Output 0 Ties1
Output 1 Ties1
Rollover Value4
Preset Value4
ON Value # 14
OFF Value #14
ON Value # 24
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Instances
Services FieldBytes
(Dec/Hex)
OFF Value #24
ON Value # 34
OFF Value #34
ON Value # 44
OFF Value #44
PWM Safe State Value2
Counter Control SSV1
Output Control SSV1
#123 (0x7b)Set/GetCounter Configuration1
Filter Selection1
Decimal Position1
Active Output Assembly1
Time Base or PWM Period2
Gate Interval1
Scalar1
Output 0 Ties1
Output 1 Ties1
Alignment (reserved = 0)2
Rollover Value4
Preset Value4
ON Value # 14
OFF Value #14
ON Value # 24
OFF Value #24
ON Value # 34
OFF Value #34
ON Value # 44
OFF Value #44
PWM Safe State Value2
Counter Control SSV1
Output Control SSV1
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Module Status Indicators
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1738-VHSC24M23
Network Status Indicators
I/O Status Indicators
Troubleshoot with
the Indicators
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24V dc In
MOD
NET
A
B
Z
0
1
IndicationProbable Cause
Module Status
OffNo power applied to device
GreenDevice operating normally
Flashing GreenDevice needs commissioning due to missing, incomplete, or
incorrect configuration
Flashing RedRecoverable fault
RedUnrecoverable fault - may require device replacement
Flashing Red/GreenDevice is in self-test
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IndicationProbable Cause
Network Status
OffDevice is not online:
Flashing GreenDevice is online but has no connections in the established state.
GreenDevice is online and has connections in the established state.
Flashing RedOne or more I/O connections in timed-out state.
RedCritical link failure – failed communication device. Device
Flashing Red/GreenCommunication faulted device – the device has detected a
IndicationProbable Cause
I/O Status
Input Status
– Device has not completed dup_MAC-id test.
– Device not powered. Check module status indicator.
detected error that prevents it from communicating on the
network.
network access error and is in communication faulted state.
Device has received and accepted an Identity Communication
Faulted Request - long protocol message.
OffInput inactive
YellowInput is active and under control
Flashing YellowInput is toggling on and off
Output Status
OffOutput inactive
YellowOutput is active and under control
Flashing YellowOutput is toggling on and off
Flashing RedOutput is faulted (open, short, or no output power)
Flashing Red/YellowOutput is toggling and faulted (possibly open)
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Specifications
Following are specifications for the 1738 ArmorPOINT Very High Speed
Counter Module.
Inputs per Module1 – 1 group of A/A return, B/B return and Z/Z return
Input Voltage15...24 V DC
Input Current6.1 mA @ 15V DC
10.2 mA @ 24V DC
Input OFF-State Voltage<1.8V DC
Input OFF-State Current, max<0.250 mA
Input ON-State Voltage>12.5V DC
Input ON-State Current>5 mA
Maximum ON-State VoltageRefer to derating curve below.
Input Filter SelectionsOff
10 μs
100 μs
1.0 ms
10.0 ms
Maximum Input Frequency1.0 MHz counter and encoder X1 configurations
500 kHz encoder X2 configuration (no filter)
250 kHz encoder X4 configuration (no filter)
Output Specifications
Outputs per Module1 isolated group of 2 capable of 0.5 A @ 24V DC
Output ControlOutputs can be tied to any of 4 compare windows
Output Supply Voltage Range10...28.8V DC
OFF-State Leakage Current<0.5 mA
ON-State Voltage Drop<0.3V DC @ 0.5 A
ON-State Current, max0.5 A
Short Circuit Current6A – short circuit detected when the output is turned on. Outputs are short-circuit
protected and either cycle until the fault is corrected, or latch off (depending on
programming).
Open Wire DetectionOpen wire is detected when output is turned off
Delay Time
OFF to ON
ON to OFF
Keyswitch Position2
General Specifications
LED Indicators1 yellow input status, logic side
PointBus Current, max180 mA
Power Dissipation, max1.9 W @ rated load
Thermal Dissipation, max6.5 BTU/hr @ rated load
Isolation Voltage
(continuous-voltage withstand rating)
External DC Power (does not represent power
required to supply outputs)
25 μs (load-dependent)
150 μs (load-dependent)
1 yellow/red output status, logic side
1 green/red network status, logic side
1 green/red module status, logic side
50V rms
Tested @ 1250V AC rms for 60s
No additional external power required to power module
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10V/m with 1 kHz sine-wave 80% AM from 80...2700 MHz
10V/m with 200 Hz 50% Pulse 100% AM from 900...1890 Mhz
EFT/B ImmunityIEC 61000-4-4:
±2 kV @ 5 kHz on signal ports
Surge Transient ImmunityIEC 61000-4-5:
±1 kV line-line (DM) and ±2 kV line-earth (CM) on signal ports
Conducted RF ImmunityIEC 61000-4-6:
10V rms with 1 kHz sine-wave 80% AM from 150 kHz...80MHz
EmissionsCSPR 11:
Group 1, Class A
Enclosure Type RatingMeets IP65/66/67 (when marked)
Mounting Base Screw Torque#8 screw:
0.847 Nm – Aluminum
1.807 Nm – Steel
Weight (approx.)0.289 kg
(0.637 lb.)
Wiring Category
2
2 - on signal ports
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5
10
15
20
24
28.8
30
102030404555
Module Ambient Still Air Temperature (°C)
Input
Voltage
(V)
Input Voltage
Note: Exceeding the maximum input voltage can cause permanent damage to the input.
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General Specifications (continued)
Certifications:
(when product is marked)
c-UL-us UL Listed Industrial Control Equipment, certified for US and Canada
3
CE
European Union 2004/108/EC EMC Directive, compliant with:
EN 61000-6-2; Industrial Immunity
EN 61000-6-4; Industrial Emissions
EN 61131-2; Programmable Controllers (Clause 8, Zone A & B)
EN 61326-1; Meas./Control/Lab., Industrial Requirements
1. OFF to ON delay is the time from a valid output "on" signal to output energization. ON to OFF delay is the time from a valid "output"
signal to output deenergization.
2. Use this Conductor Category information for planning conductor routing. Refer to Industrial Automation Wiring and Grounding
Guidelines, publication
1770-IN041, for additional installation requirements.
3. See the Product Certification link at http://www.rockwellautomation.com/products/certification/ for Declarations of Conformity,
Certificates, and other certification details.
Input Derating Curve
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