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ProSoft Technology ILX34-MBS User Manual

Modbus serial module for compactlogix l1 and point i/o adapters
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ILX34-MBS
User Manual
Modbus Serial Module for
CompactLogix L1 and Point I/O
Adapters
January 24, 2019
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  • Page 1 ILX34-MBS User Manual Modbus Serial Module for CompactLogix L1 and Point I/O Adapters January 24, 2019 USER MANUAL...

  • Page 3: Your Feedback Please

    January 24, 2019 ® ProSoft Technology Product Documentation In an effort to conserve paper, ProSoft Technology no longer includes printed manuals with our product shipments. User Manuals, Datasheets, Sample Ladder Files, and Configuration Files are provided at our website: www.prosoft-technology.com ProSoft Technology, Inc.
  • Page 4 ILX34-MBS User Manual Page 4 of 37 ProSoft Technology, Inc. January 24, 2019...

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Create Module I/O Configuration ................18 3.4.2 Importing the Add-On Instruction (AOI) ..............21 3.4.3 Configuring the ILX34-MBS Modbus Serial Port ............. 25 Downloading the Sample Program to the Processor ..........28 Master Command Structure ..................29 Data Handling ......................30 Module Status ......................

  • Page 7: Start Here

    Start Here Start Here This user manual will help you set up and configure the ILX34-MBS module. You should be somewhat familiar with the following:  Rockwell Automation® Studio 5000 Logix Designer v21 (for CompactLogix L1 processors) or Rockwell Automation® RSLogix™ 5000 version 16 or greater (for 1734 Point I/O adapters).

  • Page 8: System Requirements

    1024  768 recommended) Note: The Hardware and Operating System requirements in this list are the minimum recommended to install and run software provided by ProSoft Technology. Other third party applications may have different minimum requirements. Refer to the documentation for any third party applications for system requirements.

  • Page 9: Installing The Adapter

    DIN rail locking screw to a vertical position. This releases the locking mechanism. Lift straight up to remove the mounting base. 5. Repeat this procedure for the next mounting base assembly. ProSoft Technology, Inc. Page 9 of 37 January 24, 2019...

  • Page 10: Installing An I/O Module

    2. Make certain the DIN-rail locking screw is in the horizontal position. You cannot insert the module if the locking mechanism is unlocked. 3. Insert the module straight down into the mounting base and press to secure. The module locks into place. Page 10 of 37 ProSoft Technology, Inc. January 24, 2019...

  • Page 11: Installing The Removable Terminal Block

    2. Rotate the terminal block into the mounting base until it locks itself in place. 3. If an I/O module is installed, snap the RTB handle into place on the module. ProSoft Technology, Inc. Page 11 of 37 January 24, 2019...

  • Page 12: Removing A Mounting Base

    5. Use a small screwdriver to rotate the orange DIN-rail locking screw on the mounting base to a vertical position. This releases the locking mechanism. 6. Lift the mounting base and remove. Page 12 of 37 ProSoft Technology, Inc. January 24, 2019...

  • Page 13: Connecting Power

    FP+, and the VDC- should be jumped to the FP- as shown below. It uses isolated circuits and does not require a NEC Class 2 rated unit. VDC+ to FP+ VDC- to FP- ProSoft Technology, Inc. Page 13 of 37 January 24, 2019...

  • Page 14: Module Terminations

    Warning: If you connect or disconnect wiring while the field-side power is on, an electrical arc can occur. This could cause an explosion in hazardous location installations. Be sure that power is removed or the area is nonhazardous before proceeding. Page 14 of 37 ProSoft Technology, Inc. January 24, 2019...

  • Page 15: Configuration

    Configuration Configuration The ILX34-MBS module supports several Point I/O Controllers and Adapters:  1734-AENT and AENTR  1734-ACNR  1769-L16ER-BB1B  1769-L18ER-BB1B  1769-L18ERM-BB1B 1734-AENT and 1734-AENTR To configure the ILX34-MBS module with a 1734-AENT adapter: 1. Refer to the 1734-AENT documentation for information on configuring the adapter.

  • Page 16: Sample Configuration Procedure

    2. Expand CompactLogix 5370 Controller. Select the appropriate processor from the list:  1769-L16ER-BB1B  1769-L18ER-BB1B  1769-L18ERM-BB1B 3. Enter a Name for the project. 4. Click Next to open the Project Configuration dialog. Page 16 of 37 ProSoft Technology, Inc. January 24, 2019...
  • Page 17 5. Select the Expansion I/O module number. If the modules present do not match the modules specified in the Project, unexpected control may occur. The Expansion I/O setting must match the actual number of modules. 6. Click Finish. The following window opens. ProSoft Technology, Inc. Page 17 of 37 January 24, 2019...

  • Page 18: Create Module I/O Configuration

    1. Right-click on Expansion I/O and select New Module. The Select Module Type dialog opens. 2. Locate 1734-MODULE (Generic 1734 Module) by scrolling the list or using the Search filter. Page 18 of 37 ProSoft Technology, Inc. January 24, 2019...
  • Page 19 6. Ensure that the Comm Format is set to Data-SINT and that the Slot field matches the Slot Number that the module will reside in. Configuration for a Block Transfer size of 36 is shown below. ProSoft Technology, Inc. Page 19 of 37 January 24, 2019...
  • Page 20 7. Click OK. The Module Properties Report dialog opens. 8. Set the RPI time to a value larger than 50 ms. 9. Click Apply then click OK. The module now appears under Expansion Module in the tree. Page 20 of 37 ProSoft Technology, Inc. January 24, 2019...

  • Page 21: Importing The Add-On Instruction (Aoi)

    Configuration 3.4.2 Importing the Add-On Instruction (AOI) 1. Under Tasks, expand Main Task > Main Program. 2. Double-click on the Main Routine icon. ProSoft Technology, Inc. Page 21 of 37 January 24, 2019...
  • Page 22 4. In the Import Rung dialog, navigate to the .L5X file location of the appropriate Add-On rung according to your block transfer size (8, 24, or 36), configured in Connection Parameters. Example: ILX34-MBS36_AddOn_Rung_v1_1.L5X 5. Click Import. The Import Configuration dialog opens. Page 22 of 37 ProSoft Technology, Inc. January 24, 2019...
  • Page 23 6. Click on the Tags icon to open the Configure Tag References dialog. 7. In the Final Name column, edit (map) the 3 imported AENT tag names to reflect the location of the ILX34-MBS in the rack. Also, make sure to enter the correct slot number reference. Examples are shown below.
  • Page 24 Configuration Example 2: ILX34-MBS in slot 4 of remote rack ExRemote network. 8. Click OK. The Add-On rung appears in the Main Routine. Page 24 of 37 ProSoft Technology, Inc. January 24, 2019...

  • Page 25: Configuring The Ilx34-Mbs Modbus Serial Port

    Configuration 3.4.3 Configuring the ILX34-MBS Modbus Serial Port 1. Double-click Controller Tags from the Controller Organizer. 2. Expand the MBS_Config controller tag. Serial Port Set the following parameters to configure the Serial Port. Label Description Baud Rate 0 = 19200...
  • Page 26 The following example shows the module configured as a Master, 19200 baud, 8N1 (8 Data bits, No Parity, and 1 Stop Bit) Framing, RTU mode with a three second timeout. Page 26 of 37 ProSoft Technology, Inc. January 24, 2019...
  • Page 27 The Count parameters determine that maximum address that the Master can access for the ILX34-MBS. The default values represent the max addresses allowed for the provided Add-On instruction. Valid ranges are: 00001 to 00576, 10001 to 10576, 30001 to 30501 and 40001 to 40501..

  • Page 28: Downloading The Sample Program To The Processor

    PROGRAM mode to RUN mode. Note: If you receive an error message during these steps, refer to the Rockwell Automation documentation to interpret and correct the error. Page 28 of 37 ProSoft Technology, Inc. January 24, 2019...

  • Page 29: Master Command Structure

    3 = Bytes – The bytes in each word are swapped. The words should be swapped only when using an even number of words. Trigger 1 = Trigger the message. Can be triggered anytime the command is enabled. ProSoft Technology, Inc. Page 29 of 37 January 24, 2019...

  • Page 30: Data Handling

    Outgoing register data for address ranges 3x and 4x from other devices. Functions 3 and 4 when device is configured as a Slave. Functions and 6 and 16 when configured as a Master. Page 30 of 37 ProSoft Technology, Inc. January 24, 2019...

  • Page 31: Module Status

    2 = Invalid Address 3 = Invalid Data 20 = Checksum Error 21 = Modbus Invalid Message 22 = Modbus Timeout 26 = Float Word Swap Uneven Word Count -47 = Parity Error ProSoft Technology, Inc. Page 31 of 37 January 24, 2019...

  • Page 33: General Features & Specifications

    5: Force (Write) Single Coil 6: Preset (Write) Single Holding Register 8: Diagnostics (Slave Only. Responds to Sub-function 00 15: Force (Write) Multiple Coils 16: Preset (Write) Multiple Holding Registers ProSoft Technology, Inc. Page 33 of 37 January 24, 2019...

  • Page 34: Hardware Specifications

    30g Peak acceleration (operating) 50g Peak acceleration (non-operating) Vibration Tested 5g @ 10 to 500 Hz ESD Immunity 6 kV contact discharges 8 kV air discharges Agency Approvals Please visit our website: www.prosoft-technology.com Page 34 of 37 ProSoft Technology, Inc. January 24, 2019...

  • Page 35: Support, Service & Warranty

    Support, Service & Warranty Support, Service & Warranty Contacting Technical Support ProSoft Technology, Inc. (ProSoft) is committed to providing the most efficient and effective support possible. Before calling, please gather the following information to assist in expediting this process: ...
  • Page 36 Phone: +33(0)5.34.36.87.27 neasia@prosoft-technology.com france@prosoft-technology.com Languages spoken: English, Chinese, Japanese Languages spoken: French, English Korea Mediterranean Countries Phone: +60.3.7941.2888 Phone: +39.342.8651.595 korea@prosoft-technology.com italy@prosoft-technology.com Languages spoken: English, Korean Languages spoken: Italian, English, Spanish Page 36 of 37 ProSoft Technology, Inc. January 24, 2019...

  • Page 37: Warranty Information

    Phone: +54.911.4565.8119 scone@prosoft-technology.com Languages spoken: Spanish, English Warranty Information For complete details regarding ProSoft Technology’s TERMS & CONDITIONS OF SALE, WARRANTY, SUPPORT, SERVICE AND RETURN MATERIAL AUTHORIZATION INSTRUCTIONS please see the documents at: www.prosoft-technology/legal Documentation is subject to change without notice.

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