Siemens 505-2571 User Manual

SIMA

TIC 505-2571

Program Port Expander

User

Manual

Order Number: PPX:505–8131–1
Manual Assembly Number: 2806135–0001
Original Edition

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Chapter 1 PPX:505-2571 Module Description

Module

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Chapter 2 Installing the Module

Contents

2.1 Getting

Installation
Unpacking
Configuring
Inserting
Connecting
Powering
Checking

Started

Planning

the Module into the I/O Base

Up the Module

PLC Login

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the Module

the Module

Operator Inter

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face Devices

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Chapter 4 Troubleshooting

Module
Communications
Module
Baud
Hardware
Protocol

Malfunction
Response Pr

Rate Mismatch

Handshaking Err

Pr

oblems 4-3.

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Signal Pr

oblems 4-2.

oblems 4-3.

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or 4-3.

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Appendix A Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-1

Contents iii

List of Figures

1-1 PPX:505-2571
1-2 Process
1-3 Attaching

2-1 Location
2-2 Connector
2-3 Sample

Monitoring Application Using PCs

a Lap T

of Baud Rate Switches

Pin-Out Description

I/O Configuration Chart

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ogram Port Expander Module

op PC

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4-1 Troubleshooting
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Rate Switch Settings

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Matrix

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onmental Specifications

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Contents v

Preface

This

user manual provides installation and operation instructions for the
SIMATIC
programmable controllers. W
Series 505 programmable controllers. Refer to the appropriate SIMA
user documentation for specific information on the controllers and I/O
modules.

This user manual is organized as follows:

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•

505-2571 Program Port Expander Module for Series 505

e assume you are familiar with the operation of

Chapter 1 provides a description of the module.
Chapter 2 covers installation and checkout.
Chapter 3 describes operation of the module.
Chapter 4 discusses troubleshooting.

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TIC

Manual Title

Preface

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Chapter 1

Module

PPX:505-2571

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es 1-2.

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Module Description

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505–2571 Module Description

1-1

Module Featur

es

The

PPX:505-2571 Program Port Expander Module is a member of the
communication family of I/O modules for the Series 505 programmable
controllers. The PPX:505-2571 is a single-wide, Special Function module
that provides four additional communications ports that function like the
program port provided on the CPU front panel.

Ports 1 and 2 have an electrical interface that is a subset of RS–232C using
a male DB9 connector

. Ports 3 and 4 provide an RS–422 electrical interface
using a female DB9 connector. Both interfaces have been chosen to match
the programming ports provided on the SIMATIC 545 programmable
controller

. Thus, commonly used cables can be used with the PPX:505-2571.

The ports may be configured to support baud rates of 1200, 2400, 9600, and
19,200. All four ports may be used simultaneously with a combined
aggregate baud rate of 38,400 baud (for example, all four ports at 9600
baud). The PPX:505-2571 has two communication indicators for each port,
one for transmit and one for receive. These indicators light when
communications activity is taking place.

The red ”Active” indicator is used to indicate module status. The indicator is
illuminated when the module is functioning properly

. See the

troubleshooting section for additional details.

Figure 1-1 PPX:505-2571

Active

Indicator

Port Activity
Indicators

RS-232 Ports
(Male DB9)

RS-422 Ports
Female DB9)

505-2571

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ogram Port Expander Module

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505–2571 Module Description

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As

control systems become more complex and dispersed, the demand for
attaching serial devices has increased. Serial devices are typically used to
provide operator interface, to run supervisory control and monitoring
packages, and to facilitate controller programming support.

Most Series 505 controllers today are equipped with two serial ports to
accommodate the minimum requirement. However

, these ports can be
consumed with the supervisory control package and one operator device.
Some controllers, like the SIMA

TIC 525, provide only an RS-232 port,

limiting reliable communications to about 50 feet at higher baud rates.

The PPX:505-2571 provides two additional RS-232 ports and 2 additional
RS-422 ports in addition to the standard controller ports. These additional
ports may be used to attach various types of serial devices which conform to
the Non–Intelligent T
T

ransparent Byte Protocol (TBP) must be connected to the CPU or the RBC

erminal Protocol (NITP). Devices requiring the

serial port.

The simplest of these types of devices are COROS TD/OP operator panels.
These operator interfaces provide for direct access to controller memory
locations for read and/or write capability through an RS-422 direct
connection. Devices attached through the RS-422 interface may be located
up to 4000 feet away

.

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505–2571 Module Description

1-3

More

sophisticated applications may require the monitoring of a large

number of variables in the controller

. There are a number of third party
applications available that may be used to access data from the controller
and perform statistical process control, trending, report generation and
other applications. These third party applications typically run on a PC or
other platform but most all of them communicate to the controller directly
through the program port. Often times there are multiple nodes that need to
be connected to the controller

. W

ith the PPX:505-2571 this may easily be

accomplished. See Figure 1-2.

PC

Compatible

PPX:505-2571 Module

Figure 1-2 Process

PC Compatible

Monitoring Application Using PCs

1-4

505–2571 Module Description

SIMATIC 505-2571 Program Port Expander Manual

Using

a notebook PC running the SIMA

TIC TISOFTapplication,

a
maintenance engineer can easily make changes in the controller program or
adjust timer and/or drum preset values. During start up conditions a PC
may be attached to a serial port to aid in the debugging process. The
additional ports on the PPX:505-2571 make it possible to access locally the
controller

. See Figure 1-3.

Lap T

op

PPX:505-2571

Module

Figure 1-3 Attaching

a Lap T

op PC

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505–2571 Module Description

1-5

Chapter 2

2.1 Getting

Installation
Unpacking
Configuring
Inserting
Connecting
Powering
Checking

Started

Planning

the Module into the I/O Base

Up the Module

PLC Login

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the Module

the Module

Operator Inter

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face Devices

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Installing

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the Module

2-2.

2-2.
2-2.
2-3.
2-4.
2-4.
2-5.
2-5.

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Installing the Module

2-1

2.1 Getting Started

The
consists of the following steps:

1.

2.

3.

4.

installation of the PPX:505-2571 Programming Port Expander Module

Planning the installation.
Installing the module into the I/O base.
Connecting operator interface devices to the module communication

port.
Checking the module operation.

Installation Planning

Unpacking the Module

The PPX:505-2571 requires 5 watts of +5VDC power
module into the I/O base, ensure that the power supply capacity is not
exceeded.

RS–232 communications cables should be no longer than 50 feet in length.
RS–422 cables may extend up to 4000 feet at 9600 baud.

Open the shipping carton and remove the special anti-static bag which
contains the module.

CAUTION

!

The

components on the PPX:505-2571 module printed circuit card can be

damaged by static electricity discharge.
T

o prevent this damage, the module is shipped in a special anti-static bag.
Static control precautions should be followed when removing the module from
the bag, and when handling the printed circuit card during configuration

After

discharging any static build–up, remove the module from the
anti-static bag. Do not discard the static bag. Always use this bag for
protection against static damage when the module is not inserted into the
I/O base.

. Before inserting the

.

2-2

Installing the Module

SIMATIC 505-2571 Program Port Expander Manual

Configuring the Module

The

baud rates for each port may be individually set via DIP switches. In
addition, for the RS–232 ports (1 and 2) you can enable or disable hardware
handshaking. The PPX:505-2571 is shipped with all DIP switches in the
OFF position. This corresponds to a baud rate of 9600 and hardware
handshaking DISABLED for ports 1 and 2.

NOTE:

Unless the device you are attaching explicitly requires hardware

handshaking, you should leave hardware handshaking DISABLED.

See T

able 2-1 and Figure 2-1 for the location and settings of the switches.
All other communications parameters are fixed: Data Bits = 7, Parity = Odd,
Stop Bits = 1.

NOTE:

Switch position 3 is not used for ports 3 and 4, since RS–422 does not
support hardware handshaking. For ports 3 and 4, switch 3 is ignored and
should be left in the OFF position. For all ports, switch positions 4 through
8 are reserved for future use and should be left in the OFF position.

T

able 2-1 Baud Rate Switch Settings

Baud Rate Switch 1

Position

1200 On On Disabled Off
2400 On Off Enabled On
9600 Off Off

19200 Off On

Switch 2
Position

Hardware

Handshaking

Switch 3
Position

Figure 2-1 Location

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On

Example:
Dipswitch #1, #2 and #3 are shown in the “OFF” position
for Port 1 indicating a baud rate of 9600 and hardware
handshaking disabled.

Off

Not Used

(Set to Of

Hardware
Handshaking

Baud Rate

of Baud Rate Switches

Installing the Module

f)

2-3

Getting Started (continued)

Inserting the Module into the I/O Base

Connecting
Operator Inter

face

Devices

Hold

the top and bottom of the bezel and slide the module carefully into the
slot, pushing it all the way into the base. If you have inserted the module
correctly
with the base backplane connector

, you will feel a slight increase in resistance as the module mates

. Once the module is fully seated in the
slot, tighten the captive screws at the top and bottom to hold the module in
place. T

o remove the module from the I/O base, loosen the captive screws,
then remove the module. Take care not to damage the connector at the back
of the module when inserting or removing the module.

Serial communications cables are used to connect Operator Interface devices
to the ports of the PPX:505-2571. Port 1 and 2 provide a subset of the
RS–232C electrical interface. Cables for the RS-232 ports should be no
longer than 50 feet. Ports 3 and 4 provide an RS-422 electrical interface.
RS–422 cables may be up to 4000 feet in length.

The port connections on the PPX:505-2571 have been designed to accept
commonly used serial cables. The pin-outs on both the RS–232 ports and the
RS–422 ports match those found on the Series 545 controller

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the RS–232 connector matches those found on IBM

PC/AT machines. Y

. In addition,

ou
can purchase standard cables from Siemens Energy & Automation, Inc.
which connect the PPX:505-2571 to the IBM-PC by ordering part number
2587693–8011.

Should you choose to construct your own custom cables, refer to Figure 2-2
for connector pin-out description.

RS-232 Ports 1 & 2

Sheild

Signal GND

RS-422 Ports 3 & 4

Sheild

Figure 2-2 Connector

RX
TX

TX+
TX–

RX+
RX–

PIN #

2
3
5
7

RTS

8

CTS

1

DCD

4

DTR

6

DSR

PIN #

1
7
5
8

Pin-Out Description

Male

1

5

RS-232

Female

1

5

RS-422

DB9

DB9

6

505–2571
Connector
Ports

9

6

505–2571
Connector
Ports 3 & 4

9

1 & 2

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SIMATIC 505-2571 Program Port Expander Manual

If

you require hardware handshaking for flow control, you should refer to
the device documentation for information on connecting the RTS, CTS,
DCD, DTR, and DSR lines. The PPX:505-2571 RS–232 port is configured as
DTE. In addition, you should set the port DIP switch position 3 to ON
(see T

able 2-1 and Figure 2-1).

Powering Up the Module

Checking PLC Login

NOTE:

Most common operator interface devices do not use the hardware
handshaking lines; therefore, you do not need to connect them. If you DO
NOT use hardware handshaking you MUST set DIP switch 3 to OFF
(see T

able 2-1 and Figure 2-1).

First turn on the base power supply

. If the diagnostics on the PPX:505-2571
detect no problems, the ACTIVE indicator will illuminate. If the indicator
does not illuminate or exhibits a blinking pattern, the module has detected
a component failure. For information on viewing failed module status, refer
to your

SIMA

TIC TISOFT Programming Reference Manual

. See Chapter 4

of this manual for troubleshooting information.

Next, check that the module is configured in the memory of the PLC. T
view the PLC I/O configuration chart refer to your

Programming Reference Manual

505

I/O MODULE DEFINITION FOR CHANNEL

I/O

ADDRESS

SLOT

01 0001 00 00 02 06 YES.

. . . .

02 0000 00 00 00 00 NO

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

.
.

.

15 0000 00 00 00 00 NO.

. . . .

16 0000 00 00 00 00 NO

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

. See

Figure 2-3.

NUMBER

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

OF BIT AND WORD I/O

X Y WX WY

SIMA

1 BASE 00.

TIC TISOFT

. . .

SPECIAL

FUNCTION

o

Figure 2-3 Sample

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I/O Configuration Chart

Installing the Module

2-5

Getting Started (continued)

In

Figure 2-3, the PPX:505-2571 module is installed into slot 1 and I/O base

0. For your particular installation, look in the chart at the slot address
occupied by the module in your configuration. If the WX and WY values are
the same as those shown in the example above and Special Function = YES
then the module is logged into the controller memory and is ready for
operation. If the line is blank or erroneous, re-check the module to ensure
tthat it is firmly seated in the I/O base slot. Generate the PLC I/O
configuration chart again by reading the I/O base. If still incorrect contact
the Siemens Energy & Automation, Inc., T
U.S.A. at 423–461–2522. In other countries, you can also contact the
nearest Siemens distributor

Use the attached operator interface device(s) to send commands to the
controller and validate the resulting response. If you encounter a problem,
refer to Chapter 4,

echnical Services Group in the

.

Troubleshooting.

2-6

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Chapter 3

Effect

of Controller Scan T

Module

ime 3-2.

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Operation

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Module Operation

3-1

The

PPX:505-2571 is designed to work with operator interface devices which
adhere to the Non–Intelligent T
supported devices may concurrently communicate with the controller

erminal Protocol (NITP). Up to four

. The
PPX:505-2571 will provide buffering for the commands from the operator
interface and responses from the controller. Commands are sent to the
controller in the order they are received; no port has priority over any other
port. Only one command per port can be pending at a given time; a response
must be sent to the operator interface before a subsequent command will be
accepted. W

ith a few minor restrictions, the PPX:505-2571 port should

function the same as the controller program port.

NOTE: The ACTIVE indicator should remain on at all times after power up.
Should the ACTIVE indicator go out or exhibit a blink pattern, refer to the
troubleshooting section. When data is sent to a port the RCV indicator for
that port should light briefly
XMT indicator should light briefly

. Similarly

.

, when data is sent from a port the

Ef

fect of Contr

Scan T

ime

oller

This release of the PPX:505-2571 does not support T

ransparent Byte
Protocol (TBP). In addition, the PPX:505-2571 does not support an ASCII
print data stream.

Because the PPX:505-2571 is a Special Function module, the controller scan
time will be longer when the module is logged into the controller

. The effect
on scan time depends on several factors, including the type of request the
controller is processing and the number of requests processed per scan.
Some requests, such as a Read or W
relative quickly

. Others, such as Find, consume significant controller CPU

rite memory location, can be processed

resources.

The SIMA
It is possible for the user

TIC 545 CPU can process a maximum of eight requests per scan.

, via Aux 16, to set the number of requests (task
codes) that are processed each scan, for a minimum of one to a maximum of
eight. A lower number should normally result in a faster controller scan
time; the amount of increase depends on the type of request. However

, since
more requests can be processed each scan, this may improve data
throughput through the PPX:505-2571.

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The

requests are processed during the discrete portion of the controller scan

(refer to Chapter 1 of the

SIMA

TIC 545/555/575 System Manual

for a
discussion of the timeline). Thus, the scan interval to process the requests
from the PPX:505-2571 (or any other Special Function module) cannot be
lengthened by manipulating the time slices, which affect only the analog
portion of the scan.

T

o maximize throughput, the PPX:505-2571 should be placed in the local

base with the controller

. A PPX:505-2571 module in the local base has the
advantage of 8-bit parallel data transfer to the controller across the
backplane. A remote I/O module must communicate with the controller via a
serial data stream. A local base module also has a few milliseconds
advantage because it is not subject to the remote base timing restrictions.
These advantages add up to an order of magnitude improvement in local
base execution time over remote base.

Whether the effect on scan time is significant or not depends upon your
application. If your controller is lightly loaded and/or task code requests
routed through the PPX:505-2571 are simple, then you may not notice the
effect at all. On the other hand, if the controller is heavily loaded, scan
times are critical, and complex requests are being sent to the controller

, you
may have to make some trade-offs between controller performance and the
time required to respond to task code requests. In general, you will have to
make any adjustments based on actual experience.

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Module Operation

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Chapter 4

Troubleshooting

Module
Communications
Module
Baud
Hardware
Protocol

Malfunction
Response Pr

Rate Mismatch

Handshaking Err

Pr

oblems 4-3.

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Troubleshooting

4-1

Module Malfunction

When

power is applied to the PPX:505-2571, it first performs a Power On
Self Test (POST) to determine if all module components are operating
properly

. This test takes only a few seconds. When successfully completed,
the ACTIVE indicator on the module will be illuminated (on steady). If a
problem is detected with the communications section for one of the ports,
the ACTIVE indicator will begin blinking at a fast (2 Hz) rate. If a problem
is detected with the controller interface section, the ACTIVE indicator will
begin blinking at a slow (1/2 Hz) rate. For all other problems this indicator
will be extinguished.

Communications
Signal Pr

oblems

NOTE:

If the PPX:505-2571 ACTIVE indicator is illuminated (on steady)
after the module is powered up, the module is most likely OK. If you have a
communication problem, it is probably the result of factors other than a
module failure, such as a cabling error

.

Although you must log the PPX:505-2571 into the controller as 2 WX inputs
and 6 WY outputs, these values are unused in this version of the
PPX:505-2571.

The most common sources for signal problems are bad cables and
improperly configured operator interface devices. The RCV and XMT
indicators can be a valuable aid in troubleshooting these errors.

If the RCV indicator for a port does not flash briefly when you attempt to
send data to the PPX:505-2571, no signal is being received by the module.
First, determine that the operator interface device is indeed sending data
(refer to the operating manual for the applicable device). If the operator
interface is sending data, then you most likely have a defective cable. The
cable may have broken wires or connectors or it may be improperly wired.
The best way to troubleshoot this is to substitute a known good cable. Refer
to the wiring diagram in Chapter 2 of this manual to check if the cable is
properly wired.

4-2

Troubleshooting

If the XMT indicator for a port flashes briefly

, it indicates that a signal is
being sent from the PPX:505-2571 port. If the XMT indicator flashes but no
signal is received at the operator interface device, then there is most likely a
cable problem. Follow the procedure outlined above for checking cabling
problems.

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Module Response Problems

If

the XMT indicator does not flash within 2 seconds of receiving a signal
(RCV indicator flashes), it indicates that the PPX:505-2571 is not
responding to the signal. Refer to the information below for possible causes.

Baud Rate Mismatch

Hardware
Handshaking Err

or

First, check to ensure that the baud rate settings on both the PPX:505-2571
and the operator interface are set to the same data rate. If you note a
problem, set both to the same baud rates and retry

.

NOTE: You must remove power from the PPX:505-2571 module, change the

DIP switch settings, and repower the module before the new baud rate
selection will become effective.

If you are using a RS–232 port and your device is NOT configured for
hardware handshaking, ensure that hardware handshaking is DISABLED
(DIP switch position 3 for the port in the OFF position). See T

able 2-1 and

Figure 2-1.

If you are using a RS–232 port and your device is configured for hardware
handshaking, ensure that the handshaking wires are properly connected
(see the documentation for the connected device). In some cases you can
check out a handshake wiring problem by temporarily setting hardware
handshaking to DISABLED (port DIP switch position 3 set to the OFF
position). If the PPX:505-2571 responds to the attached device (XMT LED
flashes), then you probably have a wiring problem.

Pr

otocol Pr

oblems

The attached device must issue and respond to task code packets as defined
in the Non–Intelligent T
fact, you can attach the device directly to the programming port to
determine if it works properly
items discussed in other sections above have been checked, then you
probably have a protocol problem. If it does work, there is still a chance that
the device is using T
in this version of the PPX:505-2571. Most application programs and
operator interface devices that can use TBP allow you to force the use of
Non–Intelligent Protocol (NITP), which is supported.

If you experience intermittent communications failures, you may be
experiencing noise on the communications cable which interferes with data
transmission. If you are communicating at rates higher than 1200 baud, you
can reduce the baud rate to check for improvement. If reducing the baud
rate does correct the proble, you most likely have a noise problem. Y
should first ensure that you have not exceeded the maximum distances for
cabling lengths (50 feet for RS–232 and 4000 feet for RS–422). Also check
for proper grounding of the cable shields; we recommend connecting the
shield at one end only. Longer cable runs may be subject to ground loops;
you may require the addition of an electrical isolation device.

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erminal Protocol (NITP). If you are unsure of this

. If it does not work and cabling/configuration

ransparent Byte Protocol (TBP), which is not supported

ou

Troubleshooting

4-3

T

able 4-1

Symptom Probable Cause Corrective Action

Troubleshooting

Matrix

Active Indicator light not on. 1. No Power to module

2. Defective module

Active Indicator Flashing Defective module Cycle power. If ACTIVE indicator

RCV indicator does not flash
when attempting to send data
from an operator interface device.

XMT light does not flash within
two seconds of receiving a signal
on the port (RCV indicator
flashes).

Intermittent Communications
Problem

Defective module. Most likely a
defective cable. Possibly an
operator interface device failure or
configuration error.

1. Baud rate mismatch

2. Hardware handshaking error.

3. Protocol error.

1. Communications “noise”.

2. Ground loop problem

1. Ensure 5V power is supplied to
the rack

2. Cycle power. If ACTIVE indicator
does not remain on, replace the
module.

does not remain on, replace the
module.

Check communications cable
wiring. Replace with a known good
cable and retry. Replace operator
interface device with one known to
be good.

1. Correct baud rate settings.

2. Enable operator interface
hardware handshaking or set
PPX:505-2571 hardware handshake
to DISABLED.

1. Reduce baud rate; replace or
re-route cabling.

2. Ensure proper grounding; install
isolation equipment.

4-4

Troubleshooting

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Appendix A

Specifications

T

able A-1

Number of Concurrent Communications Ports 4 Serial Ports
Port Electrical Interface Ports 1 and 2 RS-232-C (subset)

Port Baud Rates
Maximum Aggregate Rate
Communications Parameters Data Bits – 7, Parity – Odd, Stop Bits – 1
Port Connectors Ports 1 and 2 – Male DB9

Isolation 1500 VDC channel-to-controller
Module Size Single wide 505 I/O
Backplane Power Consumption
Operating Temperature
Storage temperature
Relative humidity 5% to 95% R.H. noncondensing
Agency Approvals Pending UL for Canada, FM, (Class I, Div 2), CE
Shipping W

eight

Physical

and Envir

Ports 3 and 4 RS-422
Individually selectable 1200, 2400, 9600, 19200
38,400 Baud

Ports 3 and 4 – Female DB9

6 W
0° C to 60°
–40 to +85° C (–40 to 185

4 lbs.

onmental Specifications

atts @ 5 VDC

C (32° F to 140

° F)

° F)

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