PCI-85 User Guide
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Appendices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
At a Glance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Appendix A Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
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About the book
At a Glance
Document Scope This manual describes how to install and configure the PCI-85 Modbus Plus
Interface Adapter.
To find out about any changes to the manual after this version was published,
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Terms and Abbreviations Used
Numbers are written according to international practice as well as according to
approved SI (System International d’Unites) presentation; each thousand is
separated by a space, along with use of the decimal point, e.g., 12 345.67.
Validity Note This documentation applies to the installation and configuration of the PCI Interface
Adapter in Windows 95, Windows 98, Windows Me, Windows NT 4.0, and Windows
2000 environments.
Revision History
Rev. No. Changes
1 Initial version.
Related
Documents
Title of Documentation Reference Number
Modbus Plus System Planning and Installation Guide 890USE10000
IBM Host-based Devices User’s Guide 890 USE 102 00
Modbus Plus Network I/O Servicing Guide 840 USE 104 00
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Introduction This chapter provides both general product and configuraton information for the
PCI-85 Modbus Plus Interface Adapter.
Product Overview
PCI-85 Modbus The PCI-85 Modbus Plus Interface Adapter mounts in a single PCI slot of an IBM
Plus Interface PC or a compatible Personal Computer. The PCI-85 Adapter links the computer to
Adapter a Modbus Plus network allowing computer based applications to exchange data with
many Schneider Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs) and with other devices on
the network.
Typical applications for the Modbus Plus network include data acquisition and
monitoring, remote PLC programming, program upload/download/archiving
support, and interfacing to manufacturing applications operating on plant computer
systems.
The PCI-85 Interface Adapter mounts into the PCI backplane of a personal
computer and attaches to the network by means of a nine-pin D connector. The
Modbus Plus medium is a single, twisted shielded pair cable that supports up to 32
nodes without repeaters, or 64 nodes with repeaters.
Note: Before handling the PCI-85 Interface Adapter, you should be familiar with
methods for handling circuit boards, including methods for anti-static protection. If
you are unfamiliar with these precautions, contact Schneider Automation for
assistance.
Easy The PCI-85 Interface Adapter is supplied with the Modbus Plus Driver Suite CD
Configuration ROM. On-board support of the Plug and Play standard allows easy configuration
and operation in Windows 95, Windows 98, Windows Me, Windows NT 4.0, and
Windows 2000 environments.
These drivers support many existing applications including:
l Programming Software such as Concept, Modsoft, and ProWorx
l Monitor Pro Human-Machine Interface (HMI) Software
l Modicon MBPSAT program for monitoring Modbus Plus networks
l Other third-party programming panel software and HMI software
Your Hardware The node address is set with the driver software. The PCI requires two memory
Configuration spaces, which are allocated by the PnP manager/BIOS. One memory space is used
to access the PCI configuration registers and the second is used to access the
2Kbyte region, which is used as a buffer between the application and the PCI on-
board microcomputers.
The board is a PCI PnP component, so no switches need to be set prior to
installation. You can install the unit into an available slot in your computer’s
motherboard and connect the network cable.
Your Software Before using the PCI-85 Interface Adapter in your application, you must install the
Configuration Modbus Plus device driver software on your hard disk and edit the configuration
parameters using the utility provided.
Schneider also offers, as a separate product, a Software Development Kit (SDK)
that consists of header files, C libraries, and example programs. You can compile
and link these components to your applications program using the C-compiler,
Microsoft Visual Studio (4.2 or higher).
Also provided by Schneider are a network diagnostic utility and a set of sample
programs that show methods for accessing controller registers and the network
global database.
Configuration Figure 1, which follows, summarizes the configuration of the PCI-85 Interface
Overview Adapter in your computer.
Cable B
Dual Cable
Cable A
Install in
Computer
Motherboard
Device Install and
Driver Configure
Note: For further information about planning your Modbus Plus network system,
see the Modbus Plus Network Planning and Installation Guide. (P/N 890 USE 100
00).
Disconnecting a If you are replacing a node on an active Modbus Plus network, you can disconnect
Modbus Plus and reconnect that device’s local drop cable without powering down the devices
Node connected to other nodes on the network. The network protocol will bypass the
removed device and include it when it is reconnected.
If you disconnect a node device from the network, it is not necessary to terminate its
local drop connector. The connector should be left open electrically. Cover its pins
to prevent damage and contamination.
CAUTION
Adding or deleting a node can produce unpredictable results.
If your application is dependent upon the presence of this adapter node
on the network, adding or deleting it as the active node can produce
unpredictable results. Before adding or deleting any node, ensure that
you have determined how the application will handle the network
configuration.
Failure to observe this precaution can result in injury or
equipment damage.
Overview Use the following procedures as guidelines when you install your device driver
software.
Device Driver The steps in the following procedure are guidelines that describe how to prepare for
Software Setup installing the device driver software.
Procedure
Step Action
1 Insert the CD-ROM labeled Modbus Plus Driver Suite into your CD ROM drive. The CD will
auto-start. If not, do the following:
From the menu bar, select Start > Run > D:/Setup.exe.
2 Before installing, all previously installed components must be uninstalled by clicking on
Uninstall for each one. Go to the MBX configuration screen (shown in the following figure).
Select MBX Driver and Virtual MBX Driver. Then click on Go.
Go
Go!
Help Exit
Yes No
Step Action
4 Click on Yes to confirm file deletion.
Confirm File Deletion
? Are you sure you want to completely remove WinConX - MBX Driver v4.20.00’
and all of its components?
Yes No
Completing the Follow the on-screen instructions for removing shared files and programs, as shown
Setup Procedure in the following figures.
Step Action
1 Follow the on-screen instructions for removing shared files. Click on Yes to All.
Remove Shared File?
Leaving this file will not harm your system. If you are not sure
what to do, it is suggested that you choose to not remove this
File Cy32P
Details... OK
Step Action
3 Click on Yes.to confirm file deletion.
Confirm File Deletion
? Are you sure you want to completely remove WinConX - Remote MBX Driver
v4.20.00’ and all of its components?
Yes No
Leaving this file will not harm your system. If you are not sure
what to do, it is suggested that you choose to not remove this
File RmbxPpp.dll
Step Action
6 The specified components will be removed. Click on OK.
Remove Programs From Your Computer
OK
Procedure for Use the following procedure to install the device driver software. Follow the on-
Installing the screen instructions.
Device Driver
Software
Step Action
1 Click on Yes to continue.
Information
Yes No
Step Action
3 Read the warning information and click on OK.
Warning
OK
4 Read the Software License Agreement and click on Yes to accept it and to proceed.
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Step Action
5 Complete the user information screen with your information.
User Information
Name : USER
Company : Schneider
Sc Electric
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6 Click on Next to accept the default destination location for the MBX Driver, or click on Browse
to view and select a different program folder as the destination location.
Choose Destination Location
Destination
C:\Program Browse...
Step Action
7 Follow the on-screen instructions for adding program icons for the MBX Driver.
Select Program Folder
Program
C:\...\WinConX\MBX Driver
Existing
Access IBM
Administrative Tools (Common)
Abode Acrobat 4.0
ClearCase
ClearCase Administration
Concept V2.5 XL EN T06
ConfigSafe
8 Click on Next to accept the default destination location for the Virtual MBX Driver, or click on
Browse to view and select a different program folder as the destination location.
Choose Destination Location
Destination
C:\...\WinConX\Virtual Browse...
Step Action
9 Follow the on-screen instructions for adding program icons for the Virtual MBX Driver.
Select Program Folder
Program
C:\...\WinConX\Virtual MBX Driver
Existing
Access IBM
Administrative Tools (Common)
Abode Acrobat 4.0
ClearCase
ClearCase Administration
Concept V2.5 XL EN T06
ConfigSafe
Yes No
11 After you restart your computer, proceed with the on-screen instructions (not shown here) for
installing Service Pack 2.
Procedure for Use the steps in the following procedure as guidelines for installing the PCI-85
Installing the Adapter and connecting its cable(s). Note that when installing the Modbus Plus
PCI-85 Adapter Device Drive Suite for the first time, the PCI-85 Interface Adapter will be set to
the Modbus Plus Node Address #1. Ensure that you do not already have a
node located at address #1.
Step Action
1 Set the computer power switch to OFF and unplug its power cable from the
power source.
2 Remove the computer cover. Retain the screws and other hardware for
reassembly.
3 Locate the unused PCI expansion slot on the computer motherboard. Remove
the screw securing the blank rear faceplate for this slot position and remove the
faceplate. Retain the screws and other hardware for re-assembly.
4 Insert the PCI-85 Interface Adapter into the expansion slot connector. Ensure
that the PCI-85 Interface Adapter is firmly seated in the connector.
5 Install the screw to secure the board’s rear faceplate to the computer frame.
Note that this screw is required for proper grounding of the board.
6 Reinstall the computer cover.
7 Plug the Modbus Plus network cable connector(s) into the board’s connector(s).
If you have a dual-cable network, your two cables should be labeled A and B.
Ensure that you connect the cables into the proper connectors, as follows.
l A is on the bottom
l B is on the top
8 Reconnect the computer power cable and power up the computer. Verify normal
operation with the board installed.
Overview The following information describes the network indicators on both the dual and
single cable PCI-85 Adapters.
Dual Cable PCI- The Dual Cable PCI-85 Adapter has three indicators:
85 Adapter l A green indicator shows the overall communication status of the node.
l The two red indicators identify faults on the two cable paths.
The two red indicators should be interpreted as follows:
l If a red indicator blinks momentarily, it indicates that a message error was
detected on the cable path.
l A steady ON state indicates a hard fault either in the cable or in a node device
connected to the cable.
If communication is lost on one cable path, the other continues normally.
The two connectors (shown in the following figure) allow for redundant cabling. If
one cable is severed, the other cable allows the continued functionality of the
Modbus Plus node.
Single Cable PCI- The Single Cable PCI Adapter (shown in the following figure) has one indicator that
85 Adapter shows the network communication status (green). This board does not feature the
redundant cabling option.
Network Indicator
(green)
PCI-85 Adapter The following table describes the LED patterns for both PCI-85 Adapters.
LEDs
LED Pattern Description
Six flashes/second Normal operating state for each node. The node is successfully
receiving and passing the token. All nodes on a healthy network flash
this pattern.
One flash/second This node is off-line just after power-up or after exiting four-flashes/
second mode. In this state, the node monitors the network and builds
a table of active nodes and token holding nodes. After being in this
state for 5 seconds, the node attempts to go to its normal operating
state (indicated by six flashes/second).
Two flashes; then The node hears the token being passed among the other nodes, but
OFF for two seconds it never receives the token itself. Check the network for an open
circuit or defective termination.
Three flashes; then The node is not hearing token passing among the other nodes. It
OFF for 1.7 seconds periodically claims the token but cannot find another node to which to
pass it. Check the network for an open circuit or defective
termination.
Four flashes; then The node has heard a valid message from a node using a network
OFF for 1.4 seconds address identical to its own address. The node remains in this state
for as long as it continues to hear the duplicate address. If the
duplicate address is not heard for five seconds, the node changes to
one flash/second mode.
Overview Rather than viewing your network indicator, you may find it more convenient to use
your Network Diagnostic Utility Program, MBPSTAT.EXE, to diagnose suspected
faults. This utility is supplied on the distribution disk with your controller. A full
description of how to run your MBPSTAT program appears in Appendix D of the
Modicon IBM Host Based Device’s User’s Guide.
Network If you select option 10, "Show Node Personality the MPBSTAT program, your
Diagnosis screen will display the same kind of status information that is shown by the flashing
patterns of your network indicator. Status is shown in the "Peer Status" line of your
MBPSTAT screen.
The following table shows how your MBPSTAT screen messages correspond to the
indicator patterns.
MBPSTAT Message Indicator Pattern
Normal Link Operation Six flashes per second
Monitor Link Operation One flash per second
Never Receiving Token Two flashes, then OFF for two seconds
Sole Station Three flashes, then OFF for 1.7 seconds
Duplicate Station Four flashes, then OFF for 1.4 seconds
The following figure shows the MBPSTAT screen, for option 10 -- Node Personality.
Mbpstat
MODBUS PLUS NETWORK STATUS version 2.31
Node Personality Adapter: 0
Success: 1947
Information from node 62 (62.00.00.00.00) Failure: 0
Node Number = 62
Node Type = Host
Software version = 2.03
Network address = 62
MAC state variable = check-pass
Peer Status = normal link operation
Token pass counter = 7673
Token rotation time = 2 milliseconds
Description = none
Labeling Two sets of labels are provided with the PCI-85 Interface Adapter to identify its
Modbus Plus network and node address. One label should be attached to the
computer when you complete the connection to the network. The other label is a
spare.
Enter the Modbus Plus network number and node address that you have assigned
to the PCI-85 Interface Adapter on the label. Place the label so it can easily be seen
on the PC.
The following figure shows an example of the completed label.
Modbus Plus
2 Network
344 Node
At a Glance
Introduction The Appendix provides specifications for the Modbus Plus PCI-85 Interface
Adapter.
Overview Refer to the following tables for information about the PCI-85 Interface Adapter
specifications.
Physical The following table lists the physical specifications for the PCI-85 Adapter.
Physical
Name Modbus Plus PCI Bus Adapter with Plug and Play Capability
Part Number 416NHM30030 (single cable)
416NHM30032 (dual cable)
Size 6.6" x 4.7"
Mechanical and The following table lists the mechanical and electrical specifications for the PCI-85
Electrical Adapter.
Mechanical and Electrical
Shock, non operating 3 shocks/axis 30g, 11ms
Free Fall (unpackaged) 1 meter
Vibration Operating 10-57 Hz 0.07mmDA, 57-150 Hz 1g
Altitude 15,000 ft. (4500m)
Power 250 mA
Environmental The following table lists environmental specifications for the PCI-85 Adapter.
Environmental
Storage Temperature +85 degrees C, -40 degrees C
Operating Temperature 0 degrees C, +60 degrees C
Humidity non-operating 93% RH @ 60 degrees C Non Condensing
Humidity operating 93% RH @ 60 degrees C Condensing
Software The following table lists software specifications for the PCI-85 Adapter.
Software
Operating System 32 bit drivers for Windows 95, Windows 98,
Windows Me, Windows NT4.0 SP3 or higher,
and Windows 2000
C Library Compilers
MSVC 4.2
MSVC 5.0
MSVC 6.0
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