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Honeywell DE Communication Module
User Manual
March 06, 2008

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  • Page 1 MVI56-DEM ControlLogix Platform Honeywell DE Communication Module User Manual March 06, 2008...

  • Page 2: Please Read This Notice

    Information in this manual is subject to change without notice and does not represent a commitment on the part of ProSoft Technology Improvements and/or changes in this manual or the product may be made at any time. These changes will be made periodically to correct technical inaccuracies or typographical errors.

  • Page 3: Your Feedback Please

    +1 (661) 716-5101 (Fax) http://www.prosoft-technology.com Copyright © ProSoft Technology, Inc. 2000 - 2008. All Rights Reserved. MVI56-DEM User Manual March 06, 2008 PSFT.DEM.MVI56.UM.08.03.06 ProSoft Technology ®, ProLinx ®, inRAx ®, ProTalk® and RadioLinx ® are Registered Trademarks of ProSoft Technology, Inc.

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    DEM Board Power Cabling......................55 5.5.3 Non-Redundant Configurations ....................55 5.5.4 Redundant Configurations ......................55 5.6 MVI56-DEM Read Block ......................56 5.7 MVI56-DEM Write Block ......................59 5.8 DE Parameter Descriptions ......................62 ProSoft Technology, Inc. Page 5 of 80 March 6, 2008...
  • Page 6 MVI56-DEM ♦ ControlLogix Platform Contents Honeywell DE Communication Module 5.8.1 Device Status Flags #1......................62 5.8.2 Device Status Flags #2......................64 5.8.3 Number of PVs .......................... 65 5.8.4 SV updated counter........................66 SUPPORT, SERVICE & WARRANTY ................... 69 6.1 How to Contact Us: Sales and Support..................70 6.2 Return Material Authorization (RMA) Policies and Conditions..........

  • Page 7: Guide To The Mvi56-Dem User Manual

    Overview (page 39) Glossary Product Specifications (page 37) Support, Service, and → Support, Service This section contains Support, Service and Warranty and Warranty Warranty information. (page 69) Index Index of chapters. ProSoft Technology, Inc. Page 7 of 80 March 6, 2008...
  • Page 8 MVI56-DEM ♦ ControlLogix Platform Start Here Honeywell DE Communication Module Page 8 of 80 ProSoft Technology, Inc. March 6, 2008...

  • Page 9: Start Here

    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. ProSoft Technology, Inc. Page 9 of 80 March 6, 2008...

  • Page 10: Package Contents

    For DB9 Connection to Module's Port DB9 Male Adapter cable If any of these components are missing, please contact ProSoft Technology Support for replacement parts. Install the Module in the Rack If you have not already installed and configured your ControlLogix processor and power supply, please do so before installing the MVI56-DEM module.
  • Page 11 Note: If you are installing MVI56-DEM with other modules connected to the PCI bus, the peripheral modules will not have holding clips. Make sure all of the modules are aligned with their respective slots before you snap them into place. ProSoft Technology, Inc. Page 11 of 80 March 6, 2008...

  • Page 12: Connect Your Pc To The Processor

    Connect the right-angle connector end of the cable to your controller at the communications port. Connect the straight connector end of the cable to the serial port on your computer. Page 12 of 80 ProSoft Technology, Inc. March 6, 2008...

  • Page 13: Download The Sample Program To The Processor

    Click OK to switch the processor from Program mode to Run mode. Note: If you receive an error message during these steps, refer to your RSLogix documentation to interpret and correct the error. ProSoft Technology, Inc. Page 13 of 80 March 6, 2008...

  • Page 14: Configuring Rslinx

    Note: If the list of configured drivers is blank, you must first choose and configure a driver from the Available Driver Types list. The recommended driver type to choose for serial communication with the processor is "RS-232 DF1 Devices". Page 14 of 80 ProSoft Technology, Inc. March 6, 2008...

  • Page 15: Connect Your Pc To The Module

    Connect the RJ45-DB-9 Serial Adapter Cable to the Null Modem Cable. Insert the RJ45 cable connector from the RJ45-DB-9 cable into the Configuration/Debug port of the module. Attach the other end to the serial port on your PC or laptop. ProSoft Technology, Inc. Page 15 of 80 March 6, 2008...
  • Page 16 MVI56-DEM ♦ ControlLogix Platform Start Here Honeywell DE Communication Module Page 16 of 80 ProSoft Technology, Inc. March 6, 2008...

  • Page 17: Installing And Configuring The Module

    Right-click the mouse button on the I/O Configuration option in the Controller Organization window to display a pop-up menu. Select the New Module option from the I/O Configuration menu. ProSoft Technology, Inc. Page 17 of 80 March 6, 2008...
  • Page 18 Installing and Configuring the Module Honeywell DE Communication Module This action opens the following dialog box. Select the 1756-Module (Generic 1756 Module) from the list and click OK. The following dialog box appears. Page 18 of 80 ProSoft Technology, Inc. March 6, 2008...
  • Page 19 The data required for the module is defined to the application, and objects are allocated in the Controller Tags data area. The Controller Organization window is shown in the following example: ProSoft Technology, Inc. Page 19 of 80 March 6, 2008...
  • Page 20 DEM1 to hold all data related to the module (type DEMModule). The tag name can be set to any valid tag name desired. When using the example ladder logic, this step has already been performed. Page 20 of 80 ProSoft Technology, Inc. March 6, 2008...
  • Page 21 Troubleshooting section if you encounter errors. Attach a computer or terminal to the debug port on the module and look at the status of the module using the Configuration/Debug Menu in the module. ProSoft Technology, Inc. Page 21 of 80 March 6, 2008...

  • Page 22: Module Configuration

    0 corresponding to channel 1 and bit 15 corresponding to channel 16. Review the example ladder logic for the download function in this manual to see how these bits can be used. Page 22 of 80 ProSoft Technology, Inc. March 6, 2008...
  • Page 23 Real-time Object (DEM_Read_Realtime) The DEM_Read_Realtime object holds the real-time data collected by the module from the DE instruments. The structure of this object is shown in the following example: ProSoft Technology, Inc. Page 23 of 80 March 6, 2008...
  • Page 24 The DEM_Read_ch object is defined to hold the data received from each DE channel and status data computed by the module. The structure of the object used in the example logic is shown in the following example: Page 24 of 80 ProSoft Technology, Inc. March 6, 2008...
  • Page 25 This is the preferred method of operation as it assures that the data is valid. After the upload process the configuration can be altered to the new desired configuration, and then, the download process can be initiated. ProSoft Technology, Inc. Page 25 of 80 March 6, 2008...
  • Page 26 This object stores the product and backplane transfer status data of the module. The DEMStat object shown in the following example is updated each time a read block is received by the processor. Page 26 of 80 ProSoft Technology, Inc. March 6, 2008...

  • Page 27: Ladder Logic

    The sample ladder logic, on the ProSoft Solutions CD-ROM, is extensively commented, to provide information on the purpose and function of each rung. For most applications, the sample ladder will work without modification.
  • Page 28 MVI56-DEM ♦ ControlLogix Platform Ladder Logic Honeywell DE Communication Module Page 28 of 80 ProSoft Technology, Inc. March 6, 2008...

  • Page 29: Diagnostics And Troubleshooting

    The command executes as soon as you press the command letter — you do not need to press [Enter]. When you type a command letter, a new screen will be displayed in your terminal application. ProSoft Technology, Inc. Page 29 of 80 March 6, 2008...

  • Page 30: Required Hardware

    You can connect directly from your computer's serial port to the serial port on the module to view configuration information and perform maintenance. ProSoft Technology recommends the following minimum hardware to connect your computer to the module: 80486 based processor (Pentium preferred)
  • Page 31 On computers with more than one serial port, verify that your communication program is connected to the same port that is connected to the module. If you are still not able to establish a connection, you can contact ProSoft Technology Technical Support for further assistance.

  • Page 32: Main Menu

    Only use these commands if you are specifically directed to do so by ProSoft Technology Technical Support staff. Some of these command keys are not listed on the menu, but are active nevertheless. Please be careful when pressing keys so that you do not accidentally execute an unwanted command.
  • Page 33 The Program Scan Counter value is incremented each time a module's program cycle is complete. Tip: Repeat this command at one-second intervals to determine the frequency of program execution. ProSoft Technology, Inc. Page 33 of 80 March 6, 2008...
  • Page 34 Only use these commands if you are specifically directed to do so by ProSoft Technology Technical Support staff. Some of these command keys are not listed on the menu, but are active nevertheless. Please be careful when pressing keys so that you do not accidentally execute an unwanted command.

  • Page 35: Led Status Indicators

    During normal startup LEDs on the module will flash in different (mainly toggle back and forth). When the module is initializing the OK LED is red followed by a green LED upon initialization completion. ProSoft Technology, Inc. Page 35 of 80 March 6, 2008...

  • Page 36: Troubleshooting

    Honeywell DE Communication Module 4.2.1 Troubleshooting Use the following troubleshooting steps if you encounter problems when the module is powered up. If these steps do not resolve your problem, please contact ProSoft Technology Technical Support. Processor Errors Problem Description Steps to take...

  • Page 37: Reference

    Ladder Logic is used for data transfer between module and processor. Configuration data obtained through user-defined ladder. Sample ladder file included ProSoft Technology, Inc. Page 37 of 80 March 6, 2008...

  • Page 38: Hardware Specifications

    RJ45 (DB-9M with supplied cable) RS-232 handshaking configurable 500V Optical isolation from backplane Shipped with Unit RJ45 to DB-9M cables for each port 6-foot RS-232 configuration cable FTA cable Non-redundant Field Termination Assembly Page 38 of 80 ProSoft Technology, Inc. March 6, 2008...

  • Page 39: Functional Specifications

    Eight data receivers which provide input signal conditioning (noise filtering, surge limiting, etc.) for the serial data inputs An output channel selector and driver circuitry allowing the DE processor to output data base write commands to any channel ProSoft Technology, Inc. Page 39 of 80 March 6, 2008...
  • Page 40 16 logical DE Channels. An example configuration could be as follows: DE Channel Physical Type Instrument ST 3000 Pressure STT 3000 Temperature PV 1 - SMV 3000 PV 2 PV 3 PV 4 Page 40 of 80 ProSoft Technology, Inc. March 6, 2008...
  • Page 41 Initialize the databases and ports Set up the communication interface for the debug/configuration port After the module receives the configuration, the module begins receiving and transmitting messages with devices on the serial networks. ProSoft Technology, Inc. Page 41 of 80 March 6, 2008...
  • Page 42 The output image for the module is set to 496 bytes. This large data area permits fast throughput of data from the processor to the module. Page 42 of 80 ProSoft Technology, Inc. March 6, 2008...
  • Page 43 Block identification code 9999 is used as a special control block to control the module. Each of these blocks are discussed in the following topics: ProSoft Technology, Inc. Page 43 of 80 March 6, 2008...
  • Page 44 15 and 16. Refer to the Reference chapter for a detailed listing of the read block structure. Controller tags should be defined in the processor to receive this data. Page 44 of 80 ProSoft Technology, Inc. March 6, 2008...
  • Page 45 The Reference chapter of this document contains a detailed description of the write block structure. Ladder logic should be written to transfer the correct write data for each channel into these blocks. ProSoft Technology, Inc. Page 45 of 80 March 6, 2008...

  • Page 46: Data Flow

    Write and Read files in the processor for mismatch. & Calculate The module performs a mismatch comparison between the two and sets the Mismatch status in the read database accordingly Page 46 of 80 ProSoft Technology, Inc. March 6, 2008...

  • Page 47: Reading From Honeywell Smart Transmitters

    (future) (if it is not already) 5.2.3 Reading from Honeywell Smart Transmitters The ProSoft MVI56-DEM module allows the processor to read the real time data, the status data, and the configuration parameters in the Smart Transmitter's database. An overview of the data that is available from a transmitter follows (A...

  • Page 48: Writing To Honeywell Smart Transmitters

    Mismatch 5.2.4 Writing to Honeywell Smart Transmitters In addition to the read functionality described previously, the ProSoft MVI56-DEM module allows the PLC application to change some of the configuration values in the Honeywell Smart Transmitter. These values are written to the instrument by pre-loading the appropriate register locations in the PLC and initiating a Download (Function = 1) cycle.
  • Page 49 MVI processor. Ladder logic must copy the read data to the write data area. This can occur on a continuous basis or triggered by an event. ProSoft Technology, Inc. Page 49 of 80 March 6, 2008...

  • Page 50: Pv Value Integrity

    PLC in via the Data Mismatch Active Flag in Device Status Word #1. Description Mismatch - LRV Mismatch - URV Mismatch - URL Mismatch - Damping Page 50 of 80 ProSoft Technology, Inc. March 6, 2008...

  • Page 51: Rs-232 Configuration/Debug Port

    This port permits a PC based terminal emulation program to view configuration and status data in the module and to control the module. The cable for communications on this port is shown in the following diagram: ProSoft Technology, Inc. Page 51 of 80 March 6, 2008...

  • Page 52: Disabling The Rslinx Driver For The Com Port On The Pc

    The communication port driver in RSLinx can occasionally prevent other applications from using the PC's COM port. If you are not able to connect to the module's configuration/debug port using ProSoft Configuration Builder (PCB), HyperTerminal or another terminal emulator, follow these steps to disable the RSLinx Driver.
  • Page 53 (usually only on Windows NT machines). If you have followed all of the above steps, and it will not stop the driver, then make sure you do not have RSLogix open. If RSLogix is not open, and you still cannot stop the driver, then reboot your PC. ProSoft Technology, Inc. Page 53 of 80 March 6, 2008...

  • Page 54: Db9 To Rj45 Adaptor (Cable 14)

    The MVI56-DEM module has a single, high-density DB connector to attach the module to a FTA. The FTA and connection cable are supplied with the module. The following illustration shows the termination of instruments to the FTA: Page 54 of 80 ProSoft Technology, Inc. March 6, 2008...

  • Page 55: Installation Instructions

    Note: This unit is provided by ProSoft Technology This unit is shipped standard with each MVI56-DEM unit, along with a 3-meter cable. If other configurations are required, please contact ProSoft Technology. 5.5.4 Redundant Configurations The DE I/O system supports the implementation of redundancy at the I/O level quite easily.

  • Page 56: Mvi56-Dem Read Block

    Channel 2 SV Value (Floating-point format) Channel 3 SV Value (Floating-point format) Channel 4 SV Value (Floating-point format) Channel 5 SV Value (Floating-point format) Channel 6 SV Value (Floating-point format) Page 56 of 80 ProSoft Technology, Inc. March 6, 2008...
  • Page 57 Device Status Flags 1 Device Status Flags 2 Special DB Byte Status Bits 1 Status Bits 2 Status Bits 3 Spare PV Value 0 to 16383 Cfg Database update counter Communication error counter ProSoft Technology, Inc. Page 57 of 80 March 6, 2008...
  • Page 58 PV Value 0 to 16383 Cfg Database update counter Communication error counter PV update counter SV update counter Spare Function DE CFG: Operational Mode Damping PV Characterization Sensor Type PV Number Number of PV's Page 58 of 80 ProSoft Technology, Inc. March 6, 2008...

  • Page 59: Mvi56-Dem Write Block

    Block identification code for this block (0 to 1) First Channel LRV=(LRV/URL) (Float format) URV=((URV-LRV)/URL) (Float format) URL (Float format) Damping (Float format) Command Bits Function DE Configuration Damping PV Characterization Sensor Type PV Number ProSoft Technology, Inc. Page 59 of 80 March 6, 2008...
  • Page 60 Tag Name Fourth Channel LRV=(LRV/URL) (Float format)) URV=((URV-LRV)/URL) (Float format) URL (Float format) Damping (Float format) Command Bits Function DE Configuration Damping PV Characterization Sensor Type PV Number Number of PV's Page 60 of 80 ProSoft Technology, Inc. March 6, 2008...
  • Page 61 Seventh Channel LRV=(LRV/URL) (Float format) URV=((URV-LRV)/URL) (Float format) URL (Float format) Damping (Float format) Command Bits Function DE Configuration Damping PV Characterization Sensor Type PV Number Number of PV's Tag Name ProSoft Technology, Inc. Page 61 of 80 March 6, 2008...

  • Page 62: De Parameter Descriptions

    Output Mode by the SFC (hand held) In this mode, the PV is forced to a value which overrides the transmitter PV. This is a read only value Page 62 of 80 ProSoft Technology, Inc. March 6, 2008...
  • Page 63 SFC Write Detected condition will be detected when a Download command is executed from the other module or from the SFC unit. Database Mismatch: If the data base mismatch condition is detected, the flag will be set ProSoft Technology, Inc. Page 63 of 80 March 6, 2008...

  • Page 64: Device Status Flags #2

    Special DB byte Description Initial Power-up Data base 1st DB Capture in progress 4 Byte Data Base No DE Data Available SFC Write Detected Output Mode Not Used Not Used Page 64 of 80 ProSoft Technology, Inc. March 6, 2008...

  • Page 65: Number Of Pvs

    This value is intended to be used for PID logic and other applications that would require that the Floating Point value be de-scaled. This value is initialized to 0 during power up. ProSoft Technology, Inc. Page 65 of 80 March 6, 2008...

  • Page 66: Sv Updated Counter

    Indicates the DE operational mode for the transmitter configuration and the data which will be returned from the instrument. The available values are as follows: Value Description Analog Mode PV value only PV and SV only Page 66 of 80 ProSoft Technology, Inc. March 6, 2008...
  • Page 67 You must be cautious when writing the value to be sure that the correct value is selected Sensor Type Value indicates the type of instrument that is connected to the DE Channel. Possible values are: Value Description SPT DP SPT GP SPT AP ProSoft Technology, Inc. Page 67 of 80 March 6, 2008...
  • Page 68 MVI56-DEM ♦ ControlLogix Platform Reference Honeywell DE Communication Module Value Description Generic Page 68 of 80 ProSoft Technology, Inc. March 6, 2008...

  • Page 69: Support, Service & Warranty

    E-mail address: support@prosoft-technology.com Those of us at ProSoft Technology, Inc. want to provide the best and quickest support possible, so before calling please have the following information available. You may wish to fax this information to us prior to calling.

  • Page 70: How To Contact Us: Sales And Support

    Return Material Authorization (RMA) Policies and Conditions The following RMA Policies and Conditions apply to any returned product. These RMA Policies are subject to change by ProSoft without notice. For warranty information, see Section C below entitled "Limited Warranty". In the event of any inconsistency between the RMA Policies and the Warranty, the Warranty shall govern.

  • Page 71: All Product Returns

    A 10% Restocking Fee if Factory Seal is not broken B 20% Restocking Fee if Factory Seal is broken ProSoft retains the right, in its absolute and sole discretion, to reject any non- warranty returns for credit if the return is not requested within three (3) months...

  • Page 72: Procedures For Return Of Units Out Of Warranty

    If a defect is found and is determined to be customer generated or if the defect is otherwise not covered by ProSoft's Warranty, or if the module is not repairable, a credit is not issued and payment of the replacement module is due.

  • Page 73: Purchasing Warranty Extension

    ProSoft's expense. All warranty service will be performed at service centers designated by ProSoft. If ProSoft is unable to repair the Product to conform to this Warranty after a reasonable number of attempts, ProSoft will provide, at its option, one of the following: a replacement product, a full refund of the purchase price or a credit in the amount of the purchase price.

  • Page 74: What Is Not Covered By This Warranty

    Support, Service & Warranty Honeywell DE Communication Module B Warranty On Services: Material and labor used by ProSoft to repair a verified malfunction or defect are warranted on the terms specified above for new Product, provided said warranty will be for the period remaining on the original new equipment warranty or, if the original warranty is no longer in effect, for a period of 90 days from the date of repair.

  • Page 75: Disclaimer Regarding High Risk Activities

    LIMITED TO THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. 6.5.5 LIMITATION OF REMEDIES** IN NO EVENT WILL PROSOFT (OR ITS DEALER) BE LIABLE FOR ANY SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES BASED ON BREACH OF WARRANTY, BREACH OF CONTRACT, NEGLIGENCE, STRICT TORT, OR ANY OTHER LEGAL THEORY.

  • Page 76: No Other Warranties

    Warranty, including statements made by salesperson. No employee of ProSoft or any other party is authorized to make any warranty in addition to those made in this Warranty. The Customer is warned, therefore, to check this Warranty carefully to see that it correctly reflects those terms that are important to the Customer.

  • Page 77: Controlling Law And Severability

    Warranty shall remain in full force and effect. Any cause of action with respect to the Product or Services must be instituted in a court of competent jurisdiction in the State of California. ProSoft Technology, Inc. Page 77 of 80 March 6, 2008...
  • Page 78 MVI56-DEM ♦ ControlLogix Platform Support, Service & Warranty Honeywell DE Communication Module Page 78 of 80 ProSoft Technology, Inc. March 6, 2008...

  • Page 79: Index

    PV Characterization • 67 Function • 66 PV Number • 65 Functional Overview • 7, 39 PV Update Timeout • 50 Functional Specifications • 39 PV updated counter • 66 PV Value ProSoft Technology, Inc. Page 79 of 80 March 6, 2008...

  • Page 80: Prosoft Technology, Inc

    What Is Not Covered By This Warranty • 74 Write Block • 45 Write Object (DEM_Write_ch) • 25 Writing to Honeywell Smart Transmitters • 48 Your Feedback Please • 3 Page 80 of 80 ProSoft Technology, Inc. March 6, 2008...

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