SM General Communication Module

MVI56-SMGC

The MVI56-SMGC module interfaces an Ethernet communication device using the SM General Communication Protocol with the ControlLogix processor. A single client is present in the module to interface with a single server. The client permits both the reception and transmission of data between the ControlLogix processor and attached device.

Description

SM General Communication Protocol Module

The MVI56 SM General Communication Protocol Module allows ControlLogix I/O compatible processors to interface easily with SM General Communication Protocol devices over an Ethernet network.

 

Features and Benefits

The MVI56-SMGC module interfaces an Ethernet communication device using the SM General Communication Protocol with the ControlLogix processor. A single client is present in the module to interface with a single server. The client permits both the reception and transmission of data between the ControlLogix processor and attached device.

 

Applications

The MVI56 SM General module is typically used to interface with devices in downhole applications in the petroleum exploration and production industry.

 

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
  • One client to initiate a connection to a server and to receive and/or transmit data. This client will also set the tag indexes for all data points to be monitored and controlled based upon the user configuration
  • The module makes the TCP/IP Connection automatically to the remote server
  • Data exchange between the ControlLogix processor and the MVI module is optimized for use on a Control Net network
  • 10/100 Base-T Ethernet compatible interface
  •  Configurable parameters for the client include:
    • Server IP address
    • Service Port number
    • Connection timeout
    • Tag lists for each data type

 

 

NOTE:  All products are pre-order items

 

Specifications, downloads & certifications