MVI69E-GEC

Generic ASCII Ethernet Enhanced Communication Module

MVI69E-GEC

The MVI69E-GEC Generic ASCII Ethernet Interface module is designed to allow CompactLogix™ / MicroLogix™ processors to interface easily with ASCII devices using the TCP/IP protocol. Compatible devices may be either ASCII instruments with built-in Ethernet or Ethernet connection via a thin server to the existing ASCII device.

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 MVI69E-GEC module is a powerful communication interface for CompactLogix / MicroLogix processors. Developed under license from Rockwell Automation, the module incorporates proprietary backplane technology that enables powerful data access between the module and the CompactLogix / MicroLogix processor.

Features and Benefits

  • Single-slot - 1769 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 memory and processor controller tags. A sample ladder file with AOI is included
  • Configuration data obtained from configuration text file downloaded to module.
  • Supports CompactLogix and MicroLogix 1500 LRP Controllers except 1769-QBFC1B, 1769-L16x, and 1769-L18x

Specifications

Functional Specifications

  • Five servers and Clients to receive and/or transmit data
  • 10/100 Base-T Ethernet-compatible interface
  • Configurable parameters
    • Service port number
    • Connection timeout
    • Close type
  • Simple ladder logic operation
  • Setup and monitoring through ProSoft Configuration Builder (PCB)
  • CompactLogix backplane interface via I/O access
  • Each server monitors
    • State
    • IP and port number of connected Client
    • Error codes
  • Each Client monitors
    • State
    • IP and port number of connected server
  • ASCII character strings up to 4096 characters in length supported
  • User-definable module memory usage, supporting the storage and transfer of up to 4000 bytes to/from the control processor
  • Module error and status conditions returned to processor for diagnostic purposes
    • Module status
    • Port error status word (bitmapped)
    • Port receive state
    • Port receive character count
    • Port receive block count
    • Port transmit state
    • Port transmit character count
    • Port transmit block count
  • All data related to the module is contained in a single controller tag with defined objects to simplify monitoring and interfacing with the module
  • Module communication data is transferred to the MVI69E-GEC via a pre-defined user data type in the processor

Hardware

Specification

Description

Dimensions

Standard 1769 Single-slot module

Current Load

500 mA max @ 5 VDC

Power supply distance rating of 4

Operating Temp.

32° F to 140° F (0° C to 60°C)

Storage Temp.

-40° F to 185° F (-40° C to 85° C)

Relative Humidity

5% to 95% (with no condensation)

LED Indicators

Configuration Status

Application Status

Backplane Connectivity Status

Module Status

Debug/App Port

10/100 Ethernet Port (Auto-negotiating)

Certifications

ATEX Letter of Conformity 104.30 kB Last Modified 05/12/2022
CB Safety 340.17 kB Last Modified 02/28/2020
Declaration of Conformity (RoHS/CE) 442.90 kB Last Modified 12/18/2020
UL/cUL; Class 1, Div. 2 1.20 MB Last Modified 08/31/2021
Country Approval - Eurasian Customs Union Conformity (EAC) (Wired) 1.92 MB Last Modified 07/10/2020
Declaration of REACH Compliance 340.58 kB Last Modified 09/08/2022