Reference MVI46-GEC
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SLC Platform
Generic ASCII Ethernet Interface Module
ProSoft Technology, Inc.
Page 43 of 78
April 30, 2008
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In This Chapter
Specifications ........................................................................... 43
Overview.............................................................................. 45
Connections ................................................................................ 56
Status Data Area............................................................... 59
Configuration Data ............................................................ 65
5.1 Product
Specifications
The MVI46 Generic ASCII Ethernet Interface module is designed to allow SLC
processors to interface easily with ASCII devices using the TCP/IP protocol and
the SLC processor. Compatible devices may be either ASCII instruments with
Ethernet built-in or Ethernet connection via a thin server to the existing ASCII
device.
5.1.1 Features and Benefits
Five servers and clients are present on the module permitting both the reception
and transmission of data between the Rockwell Automation processor and
attached devices.
The MVI46-GEC module is a powerful communication interface for SLC
processors. Developed under license from Rockwell Automation, the module
incorporates proprietary backplane technology that enables powerful data access
between the module and the SLC processor.
5.1.2 General
Specifications
Single Slot - 1746 backplane compatible (Local or extended I/O rack only.
Remote rack not supported)
The module is recognized as an Input/Output module and has access to
processor memory for data transfer between processor and module using
M0/M1 files
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