Rockwell Automation 1785-BCM, 1785-BEM, D17856.5.4 User Manual

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PLC-5 Backup Communication

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Important User Information

Because of the variety of uses for this product and because of the differences between solid state products and electromechanical products, those responsible for applying and using this product must satisfy themselves as to the acceptability of each application and use of this product. For more information, refer to publication SGI-1.1 (Safety Guidelines For The Application, Installation and Maintenance of Solid State Control).

The illustrations, charts, and layout examples shown in this manual are intended solely to illustrate the text of this manual. Because of the many variables and requirements associated with any particular installation, Allen-Bradley Company cannot assume responsibility or liability for actual use based upon the illustrative uses and applications.

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Attention helps you:

- Identify a hazard

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- recognize the consequences

Important: Identifies information that is critical for successful application and understanding of the product.

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To help you find updated information in this release of the manual, we have included change bars as shown to the left of this paragraph.

Using This Manual

Preface

Manual Objectives

Audience

This manual shows you how to use 1785-BCM series B backup communication modules with a PLC-5 programmable controller (PLC-5/15 series B, -5/20,

-5/25, -5/30, -5/40, and -5/60 processors). These modules enable high-speed communication transfer between two PLC-5 processors and provide system backup should the processor or other equipment in the system fail.

In this manual we describe:

backup system concepts procedures for installing and operating your modules various programming techniques

Before you read this manual or attempt to use 1785-BCM modules, you should be familiar with PLC-5 programmable controllers. In addition, you need to be familiar with:

6200 Series Software remote I/O system Data Highway Plus network block-transfer instructions

What this Manual Contains

an overview of backup concepts; description of backup system that uses 1785-BCM module.

a description of 1785-BCM module hardware. 2 – Understanding the 1785-BCM Module Hardware Components procedures for installing the1785-BCM module; procedures

for connecting the backup system. description of 1785-BEM backup expansion module and

procedures for installing an overview of how the 1785-BCM module and the backup

system operate; procedures for starting, powering-up, disconnecting, and restarting a repaired system.

considerations for timing, divergence, I/O forces, Data Highway Plus switching, Remote I/O switching, special sections of the data table, and data integrity.

The following table lists each chapter of this manual and describes the contents of each.

If you want to read about: Refer to chapter:

1 – Backup Concepts for the PLC-5 System

3 – Installing Your 1785-BCM Series B Backup System

4 – Installing Your 1785-BEM Module

5 – Operating Your PLC-5 Backup System

6 – Switchover Considerations

Preface

If you want to read about: Refer to chapter:

PLC-5

two methods you can use to program your backup system; considerations for using instructions that can cause problems in your backup system.

1785-BCM module faults (as indicated by the module’s status indicators and bits of the system status word) and procedures for correcting faults.

specifications for the 1785-BCM module. 9 – Specifications sample Programs for method 1 (transferring one block of

data at a time) and method 2 ( transferring multiple blocks of data at a time); data table transfer times for both programming methods.

answers to common PLC-5 backup system questions; delay times between the primary and the secondary processor for both programming methods and formulas for determining delay times.

describes differences between a 1785-BCM series A backup module and a 1785-BCM series B backup module

Processor Reference

7 – Programming Techniques

8 – Diagnosing Faults

Appendix A – Sample Programs

Appendix B – Reference Information

Appendix C – Using a Series A 1785-BCM Module

In this manual, the term PLC-5 processor refers to the following processors:

PLC-5/11 PLC-5/15 PLC-5/20 PLC-5/25 PLC-5/30 PLC-5/40 PLC-5/60 PLC-5/80

Terms and Conventions

Contact your Allen-Bradley Sales Office or your Allen-Bradley distributor for additional PLC-5 processors that can be configured with the 1785-BCM modules.

Some terms used in this manual may be unfamiliar to you. We list these terms with a brief definition of each.

HSSL is the 1785-BCM module’s High-Speed Serial Link. It is a dedicated

communication link between the primary and secondary 1785-BCM modules and is used to pass I/O, status, and data table information.

Primary System is the PLC-5 processor that controls the I/O and the other

equipment associated with that processor.

Secondary System is the PLC-5 processor that is ready to assume control of

the I/O and the equipment associated with that processor.

Backup System is the primary and secondary systems.

Preface

Switchover is the transfer of I/O control from the primary processor to the

secondary processor.

Bumpless switchover is the transfer of I/O control from the primary

processor to the secondary processor where the operation of the process being controlled is not affected.

Asynchronous processing is processing where the ladder program scan and

the block-transfer scan operate independently of each other within the same scan time.

BTW is block-transfer write; transfer of up to 64 words from the processor to

the block-transfer module.

BTR is block transfer read; transfer of up to 64 words from the block transfer

module to the processor.

Smart Switch Interface is a remote I/O interface in the 1785-BCM module

that responds to secondary scanner poll commands with actual input values from the remote I/O link, making the scanner think it is talking with remote I/O.

Related Publications

For more information about components used with the 1785-BCM module in a PLC-5 backup system, refer to the following publications:

Publication Title Publication Number

Enhanced and Ethernet PLC-5 Programmable Controllers User Manual

Classic 1785 PLC-5 Family Programmable Controllers Hardware Installation Manual

PLC-5 Programming Software Documentation Set 6200-N8.001

PLC-5 Programming Software: Installing and Configuring the Software

PLC-5 Programming Software: Programming 6200-6.4.7 PLC-5 Programming Software: Instruction Set Reference PLC-5 Programming Software: I/O Configuration Software

Remote I/O Adapter Module (cat. no. 1771-ASB) Installation Data 1771-2.162

1785-6.5.12

1785-6.6.1

6200-6.4.6

6200-6.4.11 6200-6.4.12

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Backup Concepts for the PLC-5 System

Understanding the 1785-BCM Hardware Components

Installing Your PLC-5 Backup System

Chapter 1

Chapter Objectives 1-1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Why Use a Backup System? 1-1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Applying 1785-BCM Backup Communication Modules to

the PLC-5 Programmable Controller 1-2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

What to do Next 1-7. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Chapter 2

Chapter Objectives 2-1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Status Indicators 2-1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Wiring Arm 2-2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Communication Links 2-2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Customer Relay 2-5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Switch Assemblies 2-6. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

I/O Backplane Interface 2-7. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

What to Do Next 2-7. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Chapter 3

Chapter Objectives 3-1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

PLC-5 Backup System Installation Overview 3-1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Determining Power Supply Requirements 3-3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Setting the I/O Chassis Switches 3-4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Terminating the Data Highway Plus and Remote I/O Links 3-4. . . .

Installing the 1785-BCM Module 3-5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Connecting Your PLC-5 Backup System 3-9. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

What to Do Next 3-19. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Installing Your 1785-BEM Module

Chapter 4

Chapter Objectives 4-1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Backup Expansion Module 4-1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Hardware Components 4-1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Determining Power Supply Requirements 4-6. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Installing the 1785-BEM Module 4-7. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Connecting Your 1785-BEM Module 4-13. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

What to Do Next 4-21. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Table of Contents

Operating Your PLC-5 Backup System

Switchover Considerations

Chapter 5

Chapter Objectives 5-1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

How the 1785-BCM Module Operates 5-1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

How the Backup System Operates 5-13. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Starting the Backup System 5-17. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Powering Up the Backup System 5-18. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Disconnecting/Repairing a Faulted Backup System 5-18. . . . . . . . . .

Restarting a Repaired Backup System 5-19. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Switching the Processor’s Operating Mode 5-19. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Editing or Programming On-line 5-20. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

What to Do Next 5-20. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Chapter 6

Chapter Objectives 6-1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Timing Requirements 6-1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Divergence 6-3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Forcing I/O 6-4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Data Highway Plus Switching 6-4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Remote I/O Switching 6-6. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Data Table Considerations 6-9. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Data Integrity 6-10. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

What to Do Next 6-12. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Programming Techniques

Diagnosing Faults

Specifications

Chapter 7

Chapter Objectives 7-1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Getting Started 7-1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Programming Methods to Transfer Data Table Values 7-3. . . . . . . .

Accounting for Instructions That Could Cause Problems

During Switchover 7-9. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Summary of Programming Considerations 7-13. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Chapter 8

Chapter Objectives 8-1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Diagnosing Faults with the Status Indicators 8-1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Diagnosing Faults with Bits of the System Status Word 8-4. . . . . . .

Chapter 9

Specifications 9-1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Table of Contents

Sample Programs

Reference Information

Using a Series A 1785-BCM Module

Appendix A

Appendix

Method 1 Sample – Transferring Data One Block at a Time A-1. . . . . . . .

Method 2 Sample – Transferring Data Multiple Blocks at a Time A-13. . . .

Objectives

Appendix B

Appendix Answers to PLC-5 Backup Configuration Questions

Determining Data Table Transfer Time B-5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Objectives

Appendix C

Appendix 1785-BCM Series A Backup Module Characteristics

Objectives

A-1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

B-1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

B-1. . . . . . . . . . . . . .

C-1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

C-1. . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Chapter

Backup Concepts for the PLC-5 System

Chapter Objectives

Why Use a Backup System?

This chapter describes concepts for using a backup system with your programmable controller. In addition, this chapter provides an overview of a PLC-5 processor backup system that uses 1785-BCM backup communication modules and a system that also uses 1785-BEM backup expansion modules.

The objective of any redundant system (backup system) is to improve the amount of up-time of a machine or process by ensuring consistent availability of that machine, and by reducing costs associated with equipment failure. By using this backup system, you can guard your application against shutdowns caused by the programmable controller.

ATTENTION: Backup does not protect you from faults caused by programming errors or system timeouts because such an error or timeout will also occur in the secondary processor.

The backup option is used where you must transfer the control of the process to a secondary system, without thereby interrupting the machine/process operation.

To guard against system shutdown, a backup system must provide:

equipment with exceptional reliability automatic fault isolation minimal disturbance of the process when switching from the primary to

the secondary system

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Applying 1785-BCM Backup Communication Modules to the PLC-5 Programmable Controller

A PLC-5 system configured with 1785-BCM modules provides high speed backup communication and switchover of the Data Highway Plus and remote I/O links. In this section we:

show a typical PLC-5 backup configuration explain how the backup system works describe the role of the 1785-BCM module (including 1785-BEM

module)

A Typical PLC-5 Backup Configuration

You must use BCM series B, revision C or later if you are using PLC-5/20,

-5/30, -5/40, or -5/60 processors.

A PLC-5 backup system contains two of each of the following hardware components:

PLC-5 processor module

Processor:

PLC-5/11 series A, revision B or later 1785-L11B PLC-5/15 series B, any revision 1785-LT series B PLC-5/20 series A, revision B or later 1785-L20B PLC-5/25 any revision 1785-LT2 PLC-5/30 series A, revision C or later 1785-L30B PLC-5/40 series A, revision F or later

PLC-5/60 series A, revision F or later

PLC-5/80 series C, revision A or later 1785-L80B

Contact your Allen-Bradley Sales Office or your Allen-Bradley distributor for additional PLC-5 processors that can be configured with the 1785-BCM modules.

or series B, revision C or later

Catalog Number:

1785-L40B

1785-L60B

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1785-BEM module (when applicable)

power supply

local chassis

Figure 1.1 shows a typical PLC-5 backup configuration using PLC-5/15 processors and 1785-BCM modules. Figure 1.2 shows a typical PLC-5 backup configuration using PLC-5/40 or PLC-5/60 processors, 1785-BCM modules, and 1785-BEM modules.

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Figure 1.1 PLC-5

Backup System Configuration Using 1785-BCM Module Only

Local I/O ChassisLocal I/O Chassis

1785 –BCM Module

PLC-5 processor PLC-5 processor

Remote I/O

1771 –P4S Power Supply

HSSL

Data Highway Plus

Remote I/O

Do not put modules for controlling your process in local I/O chassis.

Remote I/O Chassis Remote I/O Chassis

1785 –BCM Module

1771 –P4S Power Supply

To Data Highway Plus Network

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Remote I/O

Applications that use more than two ports (PLC-5/40, or PLC-5/60 processors) may require a 1785-BEM module (not shown).

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Figure 1.2 PLC-5

Backup System Configuration Using 1785-BCM

and 1785-BEM Modules

Local I/O ChassisLocal I/O Chassis

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1785 –BCM Module

PLC –5/60 or –5/40

1785 –BEM Module

1771 –P4S Power Supply

BCM DH+ or RIO

Remote I/O (BEM Module)

1785 –BCM Module

PLC –5/60 or –5/40

HSSL

BCM DH+ or RIO

BEM DH+ or RIO

BEM RIO

Remote I/O Chassis No. 1

1785 –BEM Module

1771 –P4S Power Supply

Do not put modules for controlling your process in local I/O chassis.

DH+ or RIO (BEM Module)

Remote I/O Chassis No. n

DH+ or RIO (BCM Module) DH+ or RIO (BCM Module)

HSSL connects between the two 1785-BCM modules only.

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How the PLC-5 Backup System Works

In the PLC-5 backup configuration, one system (consisting of one PLC-5 processor, 1785-BCM module, power supply, and chassis) controls the operation of the remote I/O. This system is referred to as the primary system. The other system is ready to take control of the remote I/O in the event of a fault in the primary system. This is referred to as the secondary system. The PLC-5 backup system does not back up local I/O; therefore, do not install I/O in the local chassis.

Data Transfer

During normal operation, the primary system sends remote input and data table data to the secondary system so that in the event of a switchover, the secondary system (which becomes the new primary system) has the same data.

Remote I/O data is automatically transferred over the High-Speed Serial Link (see Figure 1.1). This transfer is independent of the application program.

Data table values are transferred from the primary to the secondary system with block transfer instructions that you include in your ladder program. You do not have to transfer data table values if not necessary for your application. Figure 1.3 shows how data table data is transferred from the primary to the secondary system.

Figure 1.3 Transfer

Primary PLC-5

of Data T

BTW

able Data From the Primary to Secondary System

Primary 1785-BCM

Data is sent over the HSSL

Secondary 1785-BCM

BTR

Secondary PLC-5

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For detailed information about data transfer from the primary to the secondary system, refer to Chapter 5, “Operating Your PLC-5 Backup System.”

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Switchover

Should a fault occur in the primary processor, control switches to the secondary system in less than 50 ms (maximum). When a switchover occurs, the outputs in the remote I/O maintain their last state until they come under the control of the secondary processor.

However, keep in mind that the program scans of the two processors are not synchronized. This means that the secondary processor may be scanning all, none, or only part of the program (at your discretion). This manual explains the switchover process, and provides guidelines for developing programs for your PLC-5 backup system. (For more information about switchover, refer to Chapter 6, “Switchover Considerations.”)

Role of the 1785-BCM Series B Module

As an integral part of the backup system, the 1785-BCM modules enable high speed communication between the two PLC-5 processors, and permit the secondary processor to assume control of the process. In addition, the 1785-BCM module provides:

high speed transfer of the data table values from the primary to the

secondary system, to ensure that the secondary system’s data table is a copy of the primary system’s

a buffer of 4K words for data table values

exchange of information on the status of the primary and secondary

systems

automatic transfer to the secondary system of the remote input and

block transfer read values (analog values, etc.)

transfer of control from the primary processor to the secondary

processor when one of the following conditions occur:

- power failure

- processor fault

- 1785-BCM module fault

- change in the primary processor’s mode from: RUN to PROGRAM (manual switchover) REM RUN to REM PROG REM RUN to REM TEST

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transfer of control from the primary processor to the secondary when

one of the following conditions is detected by the secondary processor:

- communication timeout in the High Speed Serial Link (HSSL)

between the two 1785-BCM modules and primary system is not updating the remote I/O

- transfer of control command from the primary 1785-BCM module

substitution of equipment without interruption of the process; that is, the

faulted system can be repaired while the other system is controlling the process

connections for remote I/O and Data Highway Plus network (the

1785-BCM module routes the remote I/O network and the Data Highway Plus network to the active processor)

isolation of the systems, in order to guarantee that a fault in one system

does not affect the other

What to do Next

diagnostics information

remote programming capability for secondary processor

capability of switching up to four configurable communication channels

when using the 1785-BEM backup expansion module

Backup Expansion

The 1785-BCM module has two channels. The PLC-5/40 and PLC-5/60 processors have four communication channels. You can provide the backup of the other two processor channels by adding the 1785-BEM backup expansion module. For more information about the 1785-BEM backup expansion module, refer to Chapter 4.

Compatibility

The 1785-BCM series B backup module is compatible with the 1785-BCM series A backup module when you properly configure switch assembly SW1 and switch assembly SW2 of the series B module.

This chapter provided an overview of backup concepts and the PLC-5 backup system. Read chapter 2 to understand the 1785-BCM module hardware components.

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Chapter Objectives

Status Indicators

This chapter describes the major components that make up the 1785-BCM module. These components include:

status indicators 1771-WG wiring arm 1785-BCM communication links

- high-speed serial link (HSSL)

- Data Highway Plus link (DH+)

- remote I/O link (RIO)

customer relay (contact) switch assemblies backplane interface

Refer to Chapter 4 for information about the 1785-BEM backup expansion module.

The 1785-BCM module has five status indicators on the front panel of the module (Figure 2.1). The indicators show both normal operation and error conditions of your PLC-5 backup system.

Figure 2.1 1785-BCM

Module Status Indicators

Primary Secondary Backplane Serial Communication Link (HSSL) Fault

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All indicators light at power up or when a hardware fault occurs in the 1785-BCM module. With the exception of the FLT indicator, all of the 1785-BCM module’s indicators are related to individual bits of the system status word. For more information on the system status word, refer to Chapter 5, “Operating Your PLC-5 Backup System.”

For information about locating faults using the status indicators, refer to Chapter 8, “Diagnosing Faults”.

Wiring Arm

Communication Links

You make connections to your communication links with the 1771-WG wiring arm, which is shipped with the module.

Your wiring arm attaches to the pivot bar on the bottom of the I/O chassis. It pivots upward and connects with the module so you can install or remove the module without disconnecting the wires.

The 1785-BCM module has ports for three communication links for connection with the Remote I/O, Data Highway Plus network, and the other 1785-BCM module (Figure 2.2). In addition, the module has a relay for customer connection.

As shown in Figure 2.2, there are two user-configurable ports (Channels 1A and 1B) that support remote I/O or Data Highway Plus modes. Table 2.A lists the communication ports and describes how the system uses each one.

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Figure 2.2 1785-BCM

Not Used

Module Communication Links

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High Speed Serial Link

Not Used

Terminals 9, 10, and 11 are connected between the 1785–BCM modules in the backup system; in addition terminals 9, 10, and 11 of one of the 1785 BCM modules are connected to the DH+ network or to the remote I/O link.

Terminals 15, 16, and 17 are connected between the 1785–BCM modules in the backup system; in addition terminals 15, 16, and 17 of one of the 1785 BCM modules are connected to the DH+ network or to the remote I/O link.

2 1

Customer Relay

To Link

(RIO/DH+)

From Controller

To Link (RIO/DH+)

From Controller

Channel 1A (Remote I/O or Data Highway Plus)

Channel 1B (Remote I/O or Data Highway Plus)

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able 2.A

Communication

Communication Port: This link is used to:

High Speed Serial Link (HSSL) permit two-way alternating communication (half-duplex)

Channel 1A connect the primary PLC-5 processor to the Data Highway

Channel 1B connect the primary PLC-5 processor to the Data Highway

Ports

between the two 1785-BCM modules of the backup system at a distance of up to 15 feet.

Plus network or to the remote I/O link; the secondary processor is isolated from this link.

Channels 1A and 1B have a default communication mode which can be changed by resetting switches, if necessary. Table 2.B describes the default communication mode for each of the two channels.

able 2.B

Default

Communication Modes

Channel Default Communication Mode

1A Data Highway Plus 1B Remote I/O – Scanner mode at 57.6 kbaud

With the exception of the HSSL, all of the connections in the 1785-BCM module have an internal relay whose contacts are closed when the controller is primary and open when the processor is secondary. Figure 2.3 shows these relays for processor A and processor B of a PLC-5 backup system.

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Figure 2.3 Relays

for Processor A and Processor B

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Processor A (primary)

PLC-5

Customer Relay

Processor A (secondary)

PLC-5

Customer Relay

Processor B (secondary)

1785-BCM 1785-BCM

HSSL

DH+

Remote I/O

Processor B (primary)

1785-BCM 1785-BCM

HSSL

DH+

Remote

I/O

PLC-5

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Customer Relay

Important: When using a 1785-BCM module with a PLC-5/40, PLC-5/60, or PLC-5/80 processor, you can add a 1785-BEM backup expansion module to provide backup for all processor communication channels. The channels of the 1785-BEM module, like the 1785-BCM module, can be configured for Data Highway Plus or remote I/O. For more information on the 1785-BEM backup expansion module, refer to Chapter 4.

The customer relay connection on the 1785-BCM module is used to switch external devices. Relay contacts are rated at .25A @ 24V dc resistive. Loads with inductive characteristics will require additional suppression devices.

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Switch

Assemblies

There are two switch assemblies located at the top and at the bottom of the 1785-BCM module. Refer to Figure 2.4 for locations of the switch assemblies. Refer to Table 2.C for a description of the function of the 1785-BCM module switch assemblies.

Figure 2.4 1785-BCM

Module Switch Assemblies

Switch Assembly SW1

Top View

Switch Assembly SW2

Bottom View

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1785-BCM Module Switch Assembly Functions

Use this switch assembly: To:

SW1 • establish communication between the 1785-BCM

series B module and a 1785-BCM series A module.

• establish the fast data transfer mode from the secondary module to the secondary processor.

SW2 • specify if Channels 1A and 1B are going to establish

communication with Data Highway Plus network or with the remote I/O link. With the remote I/O link, determine the baud rate as well as the mode of operation of the processor (scanner or adapter).

To set the switches described above, refer to Chapter 5, “Operating Your PLC-5 Backup System.”

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I/O Backplane Interface

What to Do Next

Through its connection with the I/O chassis backplane, the 1785-BCM module can execute block transfer read (BTR) and block transfer write (BTW) instructions from a PLC-5 processor. With the inherent block-transfer queuing capabilities of the PLC-5 processor, multiple block-transfer instructions per program scan can be executed to the same 1785-BCM module.

This chapter described the hardware components of the 1785-BCM module. Now that you are familiar with the module and some of the backup concepts for the PLC-5 backup system as described in chapter 1, you are ready to install the backup system. Chapters 3 and 4 describes installation procedures for the PLC-5 backup system (1785-BCM and 1785-BEM modules, respectively).

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Chapter Objectives

PLC-5 Backup System Installation Overview

This chapter provides an overview of an installed PLC-5 backup system and describes procedures for installing your PLC-5 backup system (1785-BCM series B module only). These procedures are:

determining power supply requirements setting the I/O chassis switches setting the module switches installing the 1785-BCM module connecting the PLC-5 backup system

When installing a backup system for a PLC-5/40, PLC-5/60, or PLC-5/80 processor, you may choose to use a 1785-BEM backup expansion module to provide backup for the two additional channels of the processor. Refer to Chapter 4 for installation procedures for the 1785-BEM backup expansion module.

Figure 3.1 shows a typical configuration of a PLC-5 backup system. In this system, communication between the controllers is accomplished through the two 1785-BCM modules. All of the cable connections between the primary and backup system require a 1770-CD (Belden 9463) cable.

Important: Do not install I/O modules for controlling your process in the local chassis. Only the I/O modules residing in the remote chassis will

be backed up. Local chassis are necessary for housing the processor, 1785-BCM backup communication module, 1785-BEM backup expansion module, and power supply for the backup system. Local I/O is not backed up.

When a coprocessor is in the same chassis (standalone mode) or directly connected to a PLC-5 processor (direct-connect mode), place the 1785-BCM and 1785-BEM modules in any other available I/O module group in that chassis

Important: Do not place the 1785-BCM module in the same module group (as defined by 2-slot addressing) as the coprocessor. The

1785-BCM module can reside in an adjacent slot, but not in the same module group (under the same chassis locking tab).

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Figure 3.1 PLC-5

Backup System Configuration

Local I/O ChassisLocal I/O Chassis

1785 –BCM Module

PLC-5 processor PLC-5 processor

Remote I/O

1771 –P4S Power Supply

HSSL

Data Highway Plus

Remote I/O

Do not put modules for controlling your process in local I/O chassis.

Remote I/O Chassis Remote I/O Chassis

1785 –BCM Module

1771 –P4S Power Supply

To Data Highway Plus Network

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Remote I/O

Some applications that use more than two ports (PLC-5/40, PLC-5/60, or PLC-5/80 processors) may require a 1785-BEM module (not shown).

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Determining Power Supply Requirements

The logic circuit of the 1785-BCM module is driven by a power supply through the backplane of the I/O chassis. Determine the power supply requirements for your PLC-5 backup system:

1. Add these values to determine output current needed from the power

supply.

1.0A at 5V for a 1785-BCM module and

2.5A for the PLC-5/15 or PLC-5/25 processor or

3.3A for PLC-5/11, -5/20, -5/30, -5/40, -5/60, or -5/80 processor

2. Refer to Table 3.A to choose the power supply that provides

sufficient power for all modules in your backup system.

Important: Refer to Chapter 4 to select your power supply when you add a 1785-BEM module in your backup system.

able 3.A

Power

Supplies for a PLC-5 Backup System

Power Supply Output Current (in amps) Power Supply Location

1771-P4 8 slot

1771-P4R

1771-P4S 8 slot

1771-P4S1 8 slot

1771-P6S 8 slot

1771-P6S1 8 slot

1771-P6R 8 slot

1771-PS7 16 external

A P4R redundant power supply can prevent system switchover due to power supply failures or incoming power failures.

You cannot use an external power supply and a power supply module to power the same chassis; they are not compatible.

1771-P5 8 slot

1771-P7 16 external

8 slot

2 2

3. Use separate power sources for the primary and secondary

processors. Connect the power supplies through different power sources to take precautions against interruptions and incoming power failures.

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Setting the I/O Chassis Switches

The I/O chassis switch assembly is located on the left side of the chassis backplane. Table 3.B lists the settings we recommend for the local chassis of your PLC-5 backup system. (Local refers to the chassis with the PLC-5 processor and the 1785-BCM module.) You can set remote system switches for your specific application. For more information about setting your I/O chassis backplane switches refer to the Enhanced and Ethernet PLC-5 Programmable Controllers User Manual (publication 1785-6.5.12).

Important: The addressing mode and local chassis size you select can affect the number of remote racks available. Refer to the Enhanced and Ethernet PLC-5 Programmable Controllers User Manual (publication 1785-6.5.12) for the maximum number of remote racks that can be addressed by the PLC-5 processor(s) in your system.

able 3.B

Recommended

Set switch(es) To this position:

2 and 3 both OFF – these switches are not used 4 and 5 4 – ON configure for 1/2-slot addressing*

6 and 7 as required for your application

Important:

switches 4 and 5 for 1/2-slot addressing or 1-slot addressing. If not configured as 1/2- or 1-slot addressing, a PLC-5 processor fault will occur

I/O Chassis Switch Settings for Local Chassis

1 OFF – to turn off outputs in the chassis when a fault is detected.

5 – OFF configure for 1/2-slot addressing*

8 as required for your application

The

1785-BCM module appears to the PLC-5 processor as a 32-point input module. Y

. If you are installing a 1785-BEM module, you must select 1/2-slot addressing.

ou must configure

Terminating the Data Highway Plus and Remote I/O Links

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If your processor is an end device on the Data Highway Plus or remote I/O link, a terminator must be connected to the processor. In the PLC-5 backup system, you should set each PLC-5 processor in the backup system as if the other PLC-5 processor does not exist and no 1785-BCM modules are present. Terminate both links (DH+ and remote I/O):

for a PLC-5/15 or PLC-5/25 processor using switch assembly SW3 on

the PLC-5 processor. See Table 3.C.

for a PLC-5/11, -5/20, -5/30, -5/40, -5/60, or -5/80 processor by

installing an external resistor on the PLC-5 processor. See Table 3.D.

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PLC-5/15 or -5/25 Backup System DH+ and Remote I/O Links

Installing the 1785-BCM Module

Set SW3

switch

1 ON – indicating that the PLC-5 processor is on the end of the remote I/O link 1 OFF – indicated that PLC-5 processor is not on the end of the remote I/O link 2 ON – indicating that PLC-5 processor is on the end of the DH+ link 2 OFF – indicating that PLC-5 processor is not on the end of the DH+ link

able 3.D Terminate and Remote I/O Links

For this kbaud: Install this terminating resistor:

57.6 or 115.2

230.4

Refer to the Enhanced and Ethernet PLC-5 Programmable Controllers User Manual to install the terminating resistor.

To this position:

PLC-5/1

1, -5/20, -5/30, -5/40, -5/60, or -5/80 Backup System DH+

150 ohm, 1/2 watt resistor 82 ohm

To install the 1785-BCM module, you:

key the I/O chassis

set the switches of the module

insert the module into the chassis

Electrostatic Discharge Damage

ATTENTION: Under some conditions, electrostatic discharge can degrade performance or damage the module. Observe the following precautions to guard against electrostatic damage.

Wear an approved grounded wrist strap or touch a grounded object to

discharge potential before handling the module.

Do not touch the backplane connector or connector pins.

you configure or replace internal components, do not touch other circuit

components

When not in use, keep the module in a static-shielded bag.

inside the module. If available, use a static-free work station.

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Keying Your I/O Chassis

Use the plastic keying bands, shipped with each I/O chassis, to key the chassis slot to accept only the 1785-BCM module.

The module circuit board is slotted in two places on the rear edge. The position of the keying bands on the backplane connector must correspond to these slots to allow insertion of the module. You can key any connector in an I/O chassis to receive this module except for the left-most connector reserved for the processor modules.

Place keying bands between the following numbers labeled on the backplane connector (Figure 3.2):

Between 8 and 10

Between 34 and 36

Figure 3.2 Keying

Positions

Backplane Connectors

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2 4 6 8 10 12 14 16 18 20 22 24 26 28 30 32 34 36

Setting the 1785-BCM Series B Switch Assemblies

The switch assembly SW1, located at the top of the 1785-BCM module, has four switches as shown in Figure 3.3. Refer to Table 3.E for instructions on setting the four switches. The functions of the four switches are:

Switch 1 indicates to the 1785-BCM series B module whether the other

1785-BCM module is a series A or a series B module. If it is a series A module, functions of switches 2 through 4 will not apply.

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Switch 2 selects the Fast Data-Transfer mode from the secondary

module to the secondary processor (1785-BCM series B module only).

Switch 3 is not used.

Switch 4 is not used.

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The 1785-BCM series B module switch assembly SW1 is preset at the factory to operate:

with another 1785-BCM series B module

in the Fast Data-Transfer mode. Fast data-transfer mode means that

when the secondary module receives a data block, it immediately enables it to be read by the secondary processor.

Figure 3.3 1785-BCM

Series B Switch Assembly SW1

Switch Assembly SW1

Toggle pushed toward top OFF (open).

Top View

able 3.E Setting 1785-BCM Series B SW1 Switches

When: Set this switch: To this position:

the other 1785-BCM module is a series A 1

ON (closed) OFF (opened) OFF (opened) OFF (opened) OFF (opened) ON (closed) ON (closed) OFF (opened) ON (closed)

Toggle pushed toward bottom ON (closed).

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OFF (opened) the other 1785-BCM module is a series B 1 OFF (opened) you want fast data transfer 2 you want the secondary BCM module to enable

BTRs to the secondary PLC-5 processor only when all blocks of a multi-block segment have been received

ON (closed)

OFF (opened)

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