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Modbus Plus to A-B Remote I/O Adapter Communication Module

5310-MBP-RIO

Product Description

The ProLinx family Modbus Plus to A-B Remote I/O Adapter communications module (5310-MBP-RIO) creates a powerful connection between devices on a Modbus Plus network and a Remote I/O device. The module is a stand-alone DIN-rail mounted protocol gateway that provides one Modbus Plus configurable DB9F port and Remote I/P port.

The Modbus Plus protocol driver exists in dual Modbus Plus Ports (MBP). The driver can be configured on an individual port basis as either a master or a slave to interface with other Modbus Plus devices. The Modbus port is fully configurable, providing a great deal of flexibility.

The RIO interface is an adapter (slave) which can be connected to a scanner (master) that controls the data transfer. The module also supports limited high speed data transfer via the Input and Output images.

Product Applications

The MBP-RIO modules are the ideal solution for the many applications where Modbus Plus connectivity can be used to integrate a Remote I/O device into a system. The Modbus Plus gateway is a powerful module designed with both Master and Slave support, enabling easy connection to other Modbus devices (Modicon processors and many others). In combination with the Remote I/O support, the module provides a very powerful interface to the many Remote I/O devices which are in use in the industrial marketplace today. Applications for the module are found in most industries, especially the Manufacturing, Oil and Gas, Electrical Power and Food Processing.

Functional Specifications

Internal Database

The ProLinx module contains an internal database that consists of areas for application data, status information, and configuration information.

The internal database is shared between all ports on the module and is used as a conduit to pass information from a device on one network to one or more devices on another network.

Application Data Area

The data area is used to store and retrieve data by the protocol drivers and for data exchange between protocols. The database is used as a source for write commands to remote devices and holds data collected from the remote devices. Commands defined in the configuration file (stored in the configuration data area) control how the data is to be handled in the database.

Status Data Area

This area is used to store error codes, counters, and port status information for each port.

Configuration Data Area

This area contains module configuration information such as port configuration, network information, and command configuration. This configuration file is downloaded to, or uploaded from, this area.

Modbus Plus Port Specifications

The Modbus Plus protocol driver exists in dual Modbus Plus Ports (MBP). The driver can be configured on an individual port basis as either a master or a slave to interface with other Modbus Plus devices.

General Parameters

Modbus Function Codes

3 : Read Multiple Data Registers (MSTR 2)

16 : Write Multiple Data Register (MSTR 1)

Global data read (32 words max.)

Global data write (32 words max.)

Address Scope

1-64

Modbus Plus Functioning as a Master

Command List

Up to 200 commands on the master port, fully configurable for function, slave address, register to/from addressing and word count

Status Data

Error codes available on an individual command basis. In addition, a slave status list is maintained per active Modbus Master port.

Polling of command list

Configurable polling of command list, including continuous and on change of data

Modbus Plus Functioning as a Slave

Node address

1 to 64 - software selectable

Status Data

Error codes, counters and port status available on the configured slave port

A-B Remote I/O Adapter Specifications

The RIO interface is an adapter (slave) and is connected to a scanner (master) that controls the data transfer.

As an example, the master/slave relationship can be accomplished using the 460X-RIO-XXX module (adapter/slave unit) with an Allen-Bradley PLC5 (scanner/master unit). Ladder logic must be programmed into a PLC to perform BTR/BTW commands to receive and transmit data between the module and the PLC. The module also supports limited high speed data transfer via the Input and Output images.

Software Configurable Parameters

Rack Number Addressing

0 to 63

Rack Size

¼-rack, ½-rack, ¾-rack and full rack

Starting Group

0,2,4,6

Last Rack

Yes or No

Baud Rate

57.6K, 115K, 230K

Functional Specifications

Supports block-transfers of data with scanner

Supports I/O data movement. Amount determined by rack size configuration

BTW Command - up to 64 words

BTR Command - up to 63 words

Physical Connection

Remote I/O connector

Standard 3-screw termination connector.

Hardware Specifications

Power Supply 24 VDC nominal
  18-32 VDC allowed
  Positive, Negative, GND Terminals
  2.5 mm screwdriver blade

Current Load

500 mA max@ 32 VDC max
Operating Temperature -20 to 50 Deg C
  -4 to 122 Deg F
Storage Temperature -40 to 85 Deg C
  -40 to 185 Deg F
Relative Humidity 5-95% (w/o condensation)
Dimensions

Standard
5.20H x 2.07W x 4.52D inches
13.2cmH x 5.25cmW x 11.48cmD
Extended
5.20H x 2.73W x 4.52D inches
13.2cmH x 6.934cmW x 11.48cmD

LED Indicators

Power and Module Status

  Application Status
  Serial Port Activity LED
  Serial Activity and Error LED Status
Configuration Serial Port Mini-DIN
  RS-232 only
  No hardware handshaking
Ethernet Port 10Base-T Connector
  Link and Activity LED indicators
  Electrical Isolation 1500 V rms at 50 Hz to 60 Hz for 60 s, 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
Application Serial Ports Mini-DIN
  RS-232/422/485
  RS232 handshaking configurable
  RS422/485 screw termination included
Port Isolation 2500V Opto-Isolators
  500V Power Supply Isolation
Shipped with each unit Mini-DIN to DB-9M cables per serial port
  4 ft RS-232 configuration cable
  2.5mm screwdriver
  CD (docs and Configuration utility)
  RS-422/485 DB9 to Screw Terminal
  Adaptor (1 or 4, depending on ports)

Modbus Plus Port

DB9F

RIO Connector

3 pos screw-terminal adaptor(J803)

RIO LED Indicators

Active - Green

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Certifications

The ProLinx gateway module has the following certifications:
CE
ATEX Cat 3 Zone 2
cULus Haz Loc Class 1, Div 2


Ordering Information

5310-MBP-RIO

Modbus Plus to A-B Remote I/O Adapter

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