Reference
MVI56-HART ♦ ControlLogix Platform
User Manual
HART Multi-drop Master Communication Module
Page 80 of 171
ProSoft Technology, Inc.
October 13, 2011
5.1
Product Specifications
The MVI56 HART Multi-drop Master Communication Module is designed to allow
ControlLogix processors to interface easily with HART compatible devices. Devices
commonly supporting the protocol include pressure, temperature, flow transmitters, as
well as other similar instruments commonly found in the process (and other) industry.
The MVI56-HART Master Communication Module allows Rockwell Automation
ControlLogix compatible processors to easily communicate with HART slave devices.
The MVI56-HART module interfaces up to 15 devices on each HART channel with the
processor. HART channels on the module support Master protocol commands to
interface with slave devices on their own networks. Each port is individually configurable.
Data is exchanged between the HART network and the ControlLogix processor
backplane using the internal database contained in the module and direct control by the
processor’s ladder logic and pre-defined data objects (5000 registers maximum).
The MVI56-HART module is the perfect solution for industrial applications in chemical
and refining operations, gas and liquid distribution systems, and remote offshore
monitoring stations, addressing virtually all aspects of control, data acquisition, and
maintenance.
HART
®
is a registered trademark of the HART Communication Foundation.
5.1.1 General Specifications
Single Slot - 1756 backplane compatible
The module is recognized as an Input/Output module and has access to processor
memory for data transfer between processor and module.
Ladder Logic is used for data transfer between module and processor. Sample
ladder file included.
Configuration data obtained from configuration text file downloaded to module.
Sample configuration file included
Local or remote rack
