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MVI56E-MNET, MVI56E-MNETXT

Modbus TCP/IP Client/Server Enhanced Network Interface Module for ControlLogix

MVI56E-MNET/MNETXT

The MVI56E Modbus TCP/IP Client/Server Enhanced Communication Module allows Rockwell Automation ControlLogix processors to interface easily with Modicon Programmable Automation Controllers (PACs) and a wide variety of Modbus TCP/IP-compatible instruments and devices.

MVI56E enhancements include local and remote configuration and diagnostics through the module's Ethernet port, CIPconnect technology for bridging though Rockwell Automation ControlNet and EtherNetIP networks, and an on-board web server for access to module documentation and sample program files.

The MVI56E-MNET and MVI56E-MNETXT are functionally the same. The MVI56E-MNET is designed for standard process applications. The MVI56E-MNETXT is designed for the Logix-XT control platform, allowing it to operate in extreme environments, at higher operating temperatures, and has a conformal coating to protect it from harsh or caustic conditions.

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Features and Benefits

Features

Benefits

Backward Compatibility
  • Upgrade earlier MVI56-MNET modules without changing existing ladder logic programs or module configurations
  • Enhanced features and flexibility without incurring expensive reprogramming costs

For Extreme Environments(MVI56E-MNETXT Only)
  • Conforms to the EN60079-0 and EN60079-15 standards for applications in caustic and extreme temperature environments
  • Operates in temperature extremes from -25° to 70° C (-13° to 158° F)
  • Conformal coating protects against caustic or corrosive environmental elements

RSLogix 5000 Integrated
  • Module communication is integrated within RSLogix 5000 using a sample Add-On Instruction (AOI) or sample ladder logic file

Graphical User Interface Software
  • ProSoft Configuration Builder software (PCB) provides online or offline configuration and diagnostics using high-speed Ethernet port
  • CIPconnect-enabled, allows remote configuration and dignostic access across multiple bridged EtherNet/IP and ControlNet networks using Rockwell Automation 1756-ENxT and 1756-CNB network interface modules

Web-enabled Ethernet port with Discovery Service
  • Module Ethernet port provides a web server for local access to documentation, module status, and firmware update software
  • ProSoft Discovery Service, a software utility to locate MVI56E modules on the network and assign a temporary IP address for easy configuration

   

Specifications

  • Backward-compatible with previous MVI56-MNET version
  • Single-Slot 1756 ControlLogix backplane compatible
  • 10/100 Mbps auto crossover detection Ethernet configuration and application port
  • User-definable module data memory mapping of up to 5000, 16-bit registers
  • CIPconnect-enabled network configuration and diagnostics monitoring using ControlLogix 1756-ENxT and 1756-CNB modules and EtherNet/IP pass-through communication
  • ProSoft Configuration Builder (PCB) software supported, a Windows-based graphical user interface providing simple product and network configuration
  • Sample ladder logic and Add-On Instructions (AOI) are used for data transfer between module and processor
  • Internal web server provides access to product documentation, module status, diagnostics, and firmware updates
  • 4-character, alpha-numeric, scrolling LED display of status and diagnostics data in plain English - no cryptic error or alarm codes to decipher
  • ProSoft Discovery Service (PDS) software used to locate the module on the network and assign temporary IP address
  • Personality Module - a non-volatile industrial-grade Compact Flash (CF)card used to store network and module configuration, allowing quick in-the-field product replacement by transferring the CF card

Hardware

Ethernet Ports

  

Application Port E1

Config Port
  • RJ45 connection
  • 10/100 Mbit Ethernet support (auto-sensing)
  • Electrical Isolation 1500 V rms at 50 Hz to 60 Hz for 60 seconds, applied as specified in section 5.3.2 of IEC 60950: 1991
  • Ethernet Broadcast Storm Resiliency = less than or equal to 5000 [ARP] frames-per-second and less than or equal to 5 minutes duration

Shipped with unit
  • 5-foot Ethernet straight-through cable

Downloads

ProSoft Configuration Builder (PCB) Current Version 4.1.0.4.0206 49.01 MB Last Modified 04/19/2013
PCB Readme 318.86 kB Last Modified 03/01/2013
MVI56E-MNET/MNETXT Datasheet 864.48 kB Last Modified 12/11/2009
MVI56E-MNET(XT) User Manual 4.03 MB Last Modified 03/14/2012
MVI56E-MNET-MNETXT Set-Up Guide 1.35 MB Last Modified 07/07/2010
MVI56(E)-MNET Add-On Instruction Installation Guide 1.02 MB Last Modified 01/21/2010
MVI56(E) MNET Add-On Instruction 59.36 kB Last Modified 02/28/2013
MVI56E-MNET Optional Add-On Instruction 58.60 kB Last Modified 01/21/2010
MVI56E-MNET Sample Ladder 714.81 kB Last Modified 01/21/2010
MVI56E-MNET EDS File 597 B Last Modified 05/11/2010
ProSoft Discovery Service v1.1.4.2 22.62 MB Last Modified 05/21/2013

Certifications

CB Safety 39.61 kB Last Modified 10/08/2012
CE Mark 91.00 kB Last Modified 03/28/2013
Russian GOST-R 1.23 MB Last Modified 11/01/2012
GOST-R Declaration of Conformity 6.68 MB Last Modified 11/01/2012
Korean KC Registration 622.72 kB Last Modified 11/01/2012
Lloyd's Register 2.13 MB Last Modified 11/01/2012
UL/cUL; Class 1, Div 2 3.39 MB Last Modified 11/01/2012
UL/cUL; Class 1, Div 2 (Canada) 3.59 MB Last Modified 11/01/2012