ProSoft Technology PLX51-DF1-MSG Bedienungsanleitung
PLX51-DF1-MSG
DF1 Messenger
DF1 to EtherNet/IPTM Messenger
December, 2017
USER MANUAL
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CONTENTS
1. Preface ...............................................................................................................................5
1.1. Introduction to the PLX51-DF1-MSG ..........................................................................5
1.2. Features.......................................................................................................................6
1.3. Architecture.................................................................................................................7
1.4. Additional Information................................................................................................9
2. Installation .......................................................................................................................11
2.1. Module Layout ..........................................................................................................11
2.2. Module Mounting .....................................................................................................13
2.3. Power ........................................................................................................................14
2.4. RS232 Port.................................................................................................................14
2.5. Ethernet Port.............................................................................................................14
3. Setup ................................................................................................................................15
3.1. Install Configuration Software ..................................................................................15
3.2. Network Parameters .................................................................................................15
3.3. Creating a New Project..............................................................................................20
3.4. DF1 parameters.........................................................................................................22
3.5. Message Routing .......................................................................................................26
3.5.1. DF1 Slave Mode .................................................................................................26
3.5.2. Scheduled Tag Mode..........................................................................................31
3.6. Module Download.....................................................................................................35
3.7. RSLogix 5000 Configuration ......................................................................................37
3.7.1. Studio 5000 Configuration (Version 20+) ..........................................................37
3.7.2. RSLogix 5000 Configuration (Pre-Version 20)....................................................41
4. Operation .........................................................................................................................45
4.1. Message Routing .......................................................................................................45
4.2. RSLogix 5000 assemblies...........................................................................................45
4.2.1. Input Assembly...................................................................................................46
4.2.2. Output Assembly................................................................................................47
5. Diagnostics .......................................................................................................................49
5.1. LEDs ...........................................................................................................................49
5.2. Module Status Monitoring ........................................................................................50
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5.3. DF1 Packet Capture...................................................................................................55
5.4. Module Event Log......................................................................................................58
5.5. Web Server................................................................................................................59
6. Technical Specifications ...................................................................................................61
6.1. Dimensions................................................................................................................61
6.2. Electrical ....................................................................................................................62
6.3. Ethernet.....................................................................................................................62
6.4. DF1.............................................................................................................................63
6.5. Certifications .............................................................................................................63
7. Support, Service & Warranty ...........................................................................................65
7.1. Contacting Technical Support ...................................................................................65
7.2. Warranty Information ...............................................................................................67
8. Index.................................................................................................................................69
Revision History
Revision
Date
Comment
1.0
December 2017
Initial document
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Preface
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1. PREFACE
1.1. INTRODUCTION TO THE PLX51-DF1-MSG
This manual describes the installation, operation, and diagnostics of the ProSoft Technology
PLX51-DF1-MSG DF1 Messenger. The PLX51-DF1-MSG provides intelligent data routing
between EtherNet/IP and DF1 which can help simplify the migration from PLC2, PLC3, PLC5,
and SLC systems to ControlLogix or CompactLogix platforms, where a DF1 interface is
required.
Figure 1.1. - Migration Path
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1.2. FEATURES
The PLX51-DF1-MSG can transfer data from a DF1 device to a maximum of eight Logix
controllers. The module operates in one of three modes, simplifying the configuration for all
applications.
Mode
Description
Message Initiator
DF1 Slave
The PLX51-DF1-MSG converts DF1 messages to Logix
controller tag reads or tag writes.
No Logix PLC Mapping configuration is required.
Remote Device
Scheduled Tag
The PLX51-DF1-MSG transfers data between a DF1 device and
a number of Logix tags, using a preconfigured schedule.
No Logix or remote device configuration is required.
PLX51-DF1-MSG
Table 1.1. –Modes of Operation
The PLX51-DF1-MSG is configured using the ProSoft PLX50 Configuration Utility. This program
can be downloaded from www.prosoft-technology.com free of charge. The PLX50
Configuration Utility offers various configuration methods, including a controller tag browser.
Hereafter the PLX51-DF1-MSG will be referred to as the module.
The module can operate in both a Logix “owned” and standalone mode. With a Logix
connection, the input and output assemblies will provide additional diagnostics information
which will be available in the Logix controller environment.
The module uses isolated RS232 for DF1 communication providing better noise immunity. The
RS232 port also uses a terminal block for convenient installation. The module can also be
used in systems with redundant DF1 pathways.
A built-in webserver provides detailed diagnostics of system configuration and operation,
including the display of received DF1 communication packets, without the need for any
additional software.
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1.3. ARCHITECTURE
The figure below provides an example of the typical network setup.
Figure 1.2. - Example of a typical network setup
By converting and redirecting serial DF1 messages from legacy devices to EtherNet/IP, the
module provides an interface for data exchange to ControlLogix and CompactLogix platforms.
When connected to devices that provide more than one DF1 port, it is possible to implement
DF1 communication redundancy with the use of two PLX51-DF1-MSG’s. These can be
configured in one of two modes, either Simultaneous or Active / Standby.
In the Simultaneous mode, both modules route the same traffic to the same Logix controller.
Effectively, the Logix controller will receive two of each message and process both of them.
Active / Standby mode requires both modes to be Logix “Owned”. One of the modules has its
routing capability disabled, achieved by setting the Inhibit Routing bit in the output assembly.
Logic in the Logix controller can monitor the connection and performance of the Active
module and, if necessary, inhibit the Active module and un-inhibit the Standby module.
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Figure 1.3. - Redundant Architecture
The PLX51-DF1-MSG can be used in redundant Logix controller systems.
Systems that rely on a central ControlLogix communicating to a number of remote DF1
devices, e.g. MicroLogix and SLC stations, may find the PLX51-DF1-MSG useful when
upgrading to newer ControlLogix processors, which no longer have a serial port. These
systems can easily be upgraded using the PLX51-DF1-MSG without affecting the existing and
often costly wireless infrastructure.
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Figure 1.4. –Remote MicroLogix System
1.4. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
The following documents contain additional information that can assist you with the module
installation and operation.
Resource
Link
PLX50 Configuration Utility Software
www.prosoft-technology.com
PLX51-DF1-MSG User Manual
PLX51-DF1-MSG Datasheet
Example Code & UDTs
www.prosoft-technology.com
Ethernet wiring standard
www.cisco.com/c/en/us/td/docs/video/cds/cde/cde205_220_420/i
nstallation/guide/cde205_220_420_hig/Connectors.html
CIP Routing
The CIP Networks Library, Volume 1, Appendix C:Data Management
Map PLC/SLC messages
SLC to CompactLogix Migration Guide: Chapter 3 –Map PLC/SLC
Messages (1769-ap001_-en-p.pdf)
EtherNet/IP Network Configuration: Chapter 5 –Mapping Tags (enet-
um001_-en-p.pdf)
Table 1.2. - Additional Information
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