ProSoft MVI94-GSC-E Generic ASCII Serial Single Port Interface Module

The ProSoft MVI94-GSC-E Generic ASCII Serial Single Port Interface Module is a communication module designed for use with Rockwell Automation’s FLEX I/O platform. It facilitates easy integration of serial communication devices into an automation system. Here’s a detailed summary of the module’s features, specifications, and applications:

Product Overview:

The MVI94-GSC-E module provides a single configurable ASCII serial communication port to Rockwell Automation’s FLEX I/O compatible processors. It is intended to interface with serial devices such as barcode readers, scales, printers, terminals, and more, without occupying the processor’s front communication port.

Key Features and Benefits:

• Seamless Integration: Allows Rockwell Automation FLEX I/O processors to communicate with serial devices like barcode scanners, scales, and printers.
• Configurable: The module is highly configurable through ladder logic and a user configuration file for ease of setup and monitoring.
• No Processor Port Usage: The module does not use the processor’s front communication port, freeing up that port for other tasks.

General Specifications:

• Operation: Easily operated via simple ladder logic programming.
• Debug Port: Complete setup and monitoring via the debug port and user configuration file.
• Flex I/O Interface: Connects via the FLEX I/O backplane for data transfer.
• Power Requirements: Requires an external power supply of 12V to 24V DC, drawing 340mA to 170mA.
• Temperature:
  • Operating temperature: 0°C to 55°C (32°F to 140°F)
  • Storage temperature: –40°C to 85°C (–40°F to 185°F)
• Environmental Conditions:
  • Shock: 30g operational, 50g non-operational
  • Vibration: 5g from 10 to 150 Hz
  • Humidity: 5% to 95% non-condensing

Hardware Specifications:

• Form Factor: Single-slot module compatible with the 1794 FLEX I/O backplane.
• Backplane Current Load: 20mA @ 5V.
• Serial Ports:
  • Port 1 (PRT1): Mini-DIN connector, RS-232 with hardware handshaking.
  • Port 2 (PRT2): Mini-DIN connector, jumper selectable RS-232/422/485, with 500V optical isolation from backplane.
• Dimensions:
  • 3.7″ H x 3.7″ W x 2.7″ D (94mm H x 94mm W x 69mm D)

Functional Specifications:

• Data Communication:
  • The module can receive up to 4096 characters in consecutive blocks and transmit up to 10 characters per block.
  • One application port is provided to connect serial devices for both data reception and transmission.
• Configurable Parameters:
  • Baud Rate: 110 to 115,200 bps.
  • Parity: None, Odd, or Even.
  • Data Bits: 5 to 8.
  • Stop Bits: 1 or 2.
  • Flow Control: Hardware (RTS/CTS, DTR/DSR) or Software (XON/XOFF).
  • Termination: Stream mode, termination characters, message timeout, intercharacter timeout, and packet size limit.

Serial Communication Port Details:

• Port 1 (PRT1): Standard RS-232 interface for basic serial communication.
• Port 2 (PRT2): Selectable between RS-232, RS-422, and RS-485, making it versatile for various industrial applications.
• Isolation: 500V optical isolation from the backplane for protection.

Ordering Information:

• Product Code: MVI94-GSC-E Generic ASCII Serial Single Port Interface Module.
• Distributor: Orders can be placed through your local ProSoft Technology distributor.

Applications:

This module is ideal for integrating serial communication devices into an automation system, particularly where the communication is required between the FLEX I/O system and devices such as:

• Barcode readers for product identification.
• Scales for weight measurement.
• Printers for printing labels or reports.
• Terminals for operator interfaces.
• Other serial communication devices in industrial automation setups.

ProSoft Technology Additional Products:

ProSoft Technology offers a wide range of communication modules and solutions for various industrial automation systems. For a complete list of products, visit their website: www.prosoft-technology.com.

This module provides a simple, flexible, and powerful way to connect various serial devices to a Rockwell Automation platform, enhancing the communication capabilities of the FLEX I/O system without sacrificing processor ports.

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