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Hot Products Solutions
RadioLinx 802.11abg Industrial Hotspot
Flow Computer for Quantum/Unity Processors: Certified for Custody Transfer by Industry Canada
Modbus Master/Slave Module for ControlLogix
PROFIBUS DP Master for Quantum
PROFIBUS DP for ControlLogix
ASCII Solutions
DF1 Solutions
HART Multi-drop Solutions
Honeywell Solutions
IEC Solutions
PROFIBUS Solutions
Modbus, Modbus Plus, and Modbus TCP/IP Solutions
Flow Computers
DeviceNet for Quantum/Unity
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RadioLinx 802.11abg Industrial Hotspot
ProSoft Technology has added its new 802.11abg Industrial Hotspot to the growing line of RadioLinx products. The RLX-IHW functions as a wireless access point, repeater, or client and is designed for global installations. It offers high speed wireless Ethernet communications including EtherNet/IP for linking automation systems, Ethernet I/O, video cameras and plant network access for mobile workers. The modems are equipped with OFDM modulation for excellent noise immunity at highest possible speeds, WPA2 (802.11i) AES encryption, Internet Group Management Protocol (IGMP) Snooping which allows multicast filtering at the wireless level, and dual frequency bands ensure reliable performance.
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Press Release
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Flow Computer for Quantum/Unity Processors: Certified for Custody Transfer by Industry Canada
ProSoft Technology’s in-rack Flow Computer (PTQ-AFC) for Schneider Electric’s Quantum/Unity platform is now certified for custody transfer due to its accuracy in calculations and measures. In an industry where prices are high and where the slightest variance in accuracy can significantly affect the bottom line, this certification assures end users that the PTQ-AFC flow computer is capable of the challenge. The module, which complies with AGA 3, 7, and 8 measurement standards, operates with a precision keen enough to use when establishing prices for the gas being measured. Additionally, the PTQ-AFC module supports 16 meter runs, another means for better facilitating custody transfer of products between two parties and line balance for pipeline leak detection.
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Modbus Communication Module for ControlLogix
Modbus Communication Module for ControlLogix with Easy Add On Instructions for RSLogix 5000 Version 16 ProSoft Technology’s Modbus Communication Modules (MCMs) provide a fast and easy way to connect Modbus networks and devices to the ControlLogix system. Now implementation of these modules is made even easier with ProSoft Technology’s new add on instructions which condense 31 rungs of ladder logic contained in 6 ladder files into one add on instruction which can be imported directly into RSLogix 5000 Version 16. Previously configuration files had to be manually keyed or copied into RSLogix, thus opening the door for mistake. This feature saves the user valuable time at set-up and nearly eliminates the room for human error. For current users of the MVI56-MCM module the new configuration software can be downloaded directly from its product pages on the ProSoft Technology website ( www.prosoft-technology.com ). ProSoft Technology’s Modbus Communication Modules are ideal for SCADA and field devices supporting Modbus including transmitters, drives, flow meters, and CCS connectivity. Modbus Communication Modules have two independently configured Modbus serial ports that can operate as Master and/or Slave with multidrop support, each supporting RS-232, RS-422 and RS-485.
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PROFIBUS DP Master for Quantum
PROFIBUS DP Master for Quantum with Hot Standby and FDT/DTM technology ProSoft Technology’s PROFIBUS DPV1 Master Modules (PTQ-PDPMV1) are able to access field data from up to 125 PROFIBUS DP slaves directly over the backplane. Now with its latest enhancements the module introduces users to an even wider range of benefits the added security and reliability of Hot Standby functionality and the interoperability from Field Device Tool (FDT) and Device Type Manager (DTM) technology. The PTQ-PDPMV1 module with Hot Standby functionality allows a PROFIBUS network to be controlled by two Schneider Electric (Model SE 140 671 CPU) Quantum/Unity processors. The redundancy creates a backup so that should the primary power source fail the secondary module will switch into primary mode in under 300 miliseconds, making the module ideal for applications where it is crucial to eliminate the risk of downtime. Per Carl Henning of Profibus Trade Organization, “We’ve had big segment growth due mainly to Profibus’ strengths in factory automation, safety applications, drives and motion control. These applications use PLCs and ProSoft’s ability to add Hot Standby (or automation failover) capability is an additional feature that will be helpful in these and other applications.” Another recent upgrade to the module was the addition of the support for independent Field Device Tool (FDT) and Device Type Manager (DTM) technology. FDT provides a standardized interface between systems and field devices, simplifying configuration, and assisting in asset management.
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Press Release
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PROFIBUS DP Master for ControlLogix
ProSoft Technology's PROFIBUS DPV1 Master Connectivity for ControlLogix ProSoft Technology’s PROFIBUS DPV1 Master Module (MVI56-PDPMV1), 2005 Plant Engineering's Product of the Year Award finalist, is a user-friendly tool which enables ControlLogix architectures to access field data from up to 125 PROFIBUS DP slaves directly over the backplane. The module uses the protocol independent Field Device Tool (FDT) and Device Type Manager (DTM) technology to standardize the interface between systems and field devices, to simplify configuration, and to assist in asset management. The module acts as a PROFIBUS network scanner, providing high-speed transfer of Cyclic Input and Output data between PROFIBUS devices and the ControlLogix memory table, over the backplane. The PROFIBUS module for ControlLogix (MVI56-PDPMV1) is the ideal solution for many applications where PROFIBUS slave communication is required in a ControlLogix system. The PROFIBUS Master module has been designed to address the expanding interest in connectivity between Rockwell Automation and PROFIBUS in industrial applications such as manufacturing, packaging, water/wastewater, and oil & gas applications.
Featured Benefits
•Support of the DP Version 1 (DPV1) allowing virtually unlimited acyclic data for online parameterization, alarming and extended diagnostics
•Configuration of 1536 bytes of input and 1536 bytes of output Cyclic Data
•Connectivity for up to 125 slaves
•Support for all standardized baud rates, up to 12 Mbps
• RS-485 optically isolated PROFIBUS interface
•Multiple modules can be placed in a single rack
•JIG certified FDT/DTM comDTM software available
•Backed by ProSoft Technology’s extensive protocol expertise, communications engineering know-how and industry-leading technical support
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ASCII Solutions
ASCII Connectivity Solutions ProSoft Technology’s extensive inventory of ASCII solutions creates connectivity options for various networks and controllers to ASCII devices including barcode readers, scanners, scales, printers, and terminals.
1. ASCII Ethernet and Serial Communication Modules are single-slot solutions for Allen-Bradley’s ControlLogix, CompactLogix, SLC and PLC platforms, and for Schneider Electric’s Quantum processor.
2. ProLinx ASCII Serial Communication Gateways are stand-alone, DIN-rail mounted, industrial grade protocol gateways. Available gateways include the following connectivity possibilities:
•A-B Remote I/O Adapter to ASCII: One Remote I/O port and up to four ASCII configurable serial ports.
•ASCII Generic Serial to PROFIBUS DP Slave: One PROFIBUS DP Slave port and one ASCII configurable serial port.
•DF1 Master/Slave to ASCII: One DF1 configurable serial port and three ASCII configurable serial ports.
•DH-485 to ASCII: One DH-485 configurable serial port and three ASCII configurable serial ports.
•EtherNet/IP to ASCII: One Ethernet port and up to four ASCII configurable serial ports.
•Modbus Master/Slave to ASCII: One Modbus configurable serial port and three ASCII configurable serial ports.
•Modbus Plus to ASCII: One Modbus Plus configurable DB9F port and up to four ASCII configurable serial ports.
•Modbus TCP/IP to ASCII: One Ethernet port and up to four ASCII configurable serial ports.
Generic Ethernet for Quantum Spec Sheet
Generic Serial for Quantum Spec Sheet
Stand Alone Serial ASCII Spec Sheet
ASCII Ethernet for Rockwell Automation Spec Sheet
ASCII Serial for Rockwell Automation Spec Sheet
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DF1 Solutions
DF1 Solutions Add connectivity to DF1-supported field devices with ProSoft Technology's broad range of in-chassis or stand-alone solutions. ProSoft Technology DF1 modules support Full (peer-to-peer) and Half (master-slave) Duplex versions of the protocol and are ideal for SCADA and DF1 device interfaces.
DF1 for Rockwell Spec Sheet
DF1 for Schneider Spec Sheet
DF1 Stand-Alone Spec Sheet
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HART Multi-drop Solutions
HART Multi-drop Solutions from ProSoft Technology® ProSoft Technology’s HART (Highway Addressable Remote Transducer) multi-drop communication modules allow networks to access temperature, pressure and multi-variable units from up to 60 smart field devices using ProSoft Technology’s in-chassis modules and up to 120 devices using the ProLinx line of stand-alone gateways. The HART modules provide access to temperature, pressure and multi-variable units, as well as, full access to digital configuration, diagnostics and maintenance information in each connected transmitter.
ProSoft Technology’s HART Multi-drop Communication Solutions can be found in the following forms: InRAx for Rockwell Automation®: ControlLogix®, CompactLogixTM, SLCTM 500, PLC-5®
ProTalk for Schneider Electric: Quantum/Unity processors
ProLinx Gateways/Bridges: for such protocols as Modbus Master/Slave, Modbus Plus, Modbus TCP/IP, PROFIBUS DP, EtherNet/IP, DH-485, DF1 Master/Slave, and A-B Remote I/O Adapter. ProSoft Technology also offers a Wireless HART Multi-drop Gateway.
HART modules are equipped with:
• Optimized for multi-drop field networks
• Read / Write Data
• 4-8 independent user-configurable HART master ports which can be user-configured as secondary masters (i.e. for handheld configuration devices)
• Supports available HART commands including Universal, Common Practice and Device-Specific commands
• Burst mode for faster update of data from a single slave (allows 3-4 data updates per second)
• Auto-polling (automatically senses and determines devices on the channel, allowing easy set-up and configuration)
ProSoft Technology also offers other field support modules including the Honeywell DE communication modules featuring:
• Direct Connection to Honeywell DE Transmitters
• Single and Multi-variable support
• Supports up to 16 channels
ProSoft Technology’s single-slot, in-rack HART (Highway Addressable Remote Transducer) multi-drop communication modules allow networks to access temperature, pressure and multi-variable units from up to 60 smart field devices. These modules are available for Rockwell Automation’s ControlLogix, SLC 500, PLC5 and Schneider Electric’s Quantum processors and are equipped with: Multi-drop Field Network; Read / Write Data; 4 independent user-configurable HART master ports which can be user-configured as secondary masters (i.e., for handheld configuration devices); Supports available HART commands including Universal, Common Practice and Device-Specific commands; Burst mode for faster update of data from a single slave (allows 3-4 data updates per second); auto-polling (automatically senses and determines devices on the channel, allowing easy set-up and configuration).
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Honeywell Solutions
ProSoft Technology offers several solutions for Honeywell users including:
1. Honeywell DE In-Rack Connectivity Modules, ideal for users requiring connectivity to smart field instrumentation. These modules support Honeywell DE Networks allowing access to temperature, pressure, and multi-variable units.
Features include:
•Direct connection to HW DE transmitters
•Single and multi-variable support
•Support for up to 16 channels
Spec Sheets
2. Honeywell 7800 Series Master Communication Module , ideal for user requiring an interface between Rockwell Automation processors and Honeywell 7800 Series Burner Management hardware devices. These specialty protocol interfaces for ASCII communications include:
• Support for up to 32 Honeywell nodes per serial port
• Two fully configurable serial ports, each capable of supporting the CBM Master functionality using the ASCII mode of communications
Spec Sheets
3. Honeywell DE Master Gateways , ideal for user requiring communication for up to eight channels of Honeywell DE Smart Transmitter instruments including pressure, temperature and multi-variable units to other networks. The interface allows access to large amounts of data from the instrument, configuration of important range and alarm limit values, process variable, diagnostic, and maintenance information. Connectivity Options include DF1, Modbus, DH-485, EtherNet/IP, Modbus TCP/IP, Modbus Plus, PROFIBUS DP, and Allen-Bradley Remote I/O Adapter.
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IEC Solutions
ProSoft Technology offers a full range of protocol connectivity modules and stand-alone gateways for IEC 60870-5-101, IEC 60870-5-103 and IEC 60870-5-104 protocols. The IEC 60870-5 protocol was designed for Telecontrol/SCADA applications, where controllers (PLCs, variable speed drives, etc.) and their relative devices (sensors, transmitters, motors, field instruments, etc.) are distributed in large areas, making these modules the ideal solution for many applications where IEC 60870-5 connectivity needs to be added to an existing network. Typical applications for this protocol include power distribution, water treatment, and lighting systems for highways. Originally developed for the Power Utility industry, the IEC 60870-5 protocols are very similar in function to DNP 3.0. The protocols are capable of acting as a Master or Slave and offer “Report by Exception” functionality and dating of events (time stamping). Report by Exception allows slave units the possibility to “respond without having been requested.” In a classical master/slave scheme, a master polls the slaves one after the other, according to a previously defined sequence or according to specific needs. With IEC 60870-5, slaves also have the possibility to initiate the transaction should a variable change. Dating events with time tags allows the user to trace the first default appearing in cascade and is crucial in applications requiring real-time data.
Other features include:
•User definable memory usage
•Configuration accomplished with user generated text file that is downloaded to the module
•Protocol implementation conforms to the IEC60870-5 specification and parameters are fully configurable by the user
Solutions for Rockwell
IEC 60870-5-104 Spec Sheet
IEC 60870-5-101 Spec Sheet
IEC 60870-5-103 Spec Sheet
Solutions for Schneider
IEC-60870-5-101 Slave Spec Sheet
IEC-60870-5-103 Master Spec Sheet
IEC-60870-5-104 Server Spec Sheet
Stand-Alone Gateways
IEC60870-5-104 Server Spec Sheet
IEC60870-5-101 Slave Spec Sheet
IEC60870-5-103 Master Spec Sheet
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PROFIBUS Solutions
ProSoft Technology offers a variety of communication solutions for both field- and plant-level industrial automation applications. Among the more than 400 protocols supported by ProSoft Technology is the widely accepted PROFIBUS DP, a standard among field-level factory and process automation applications. ProSoft Technology has worked to meet the needs of PROFIBUS users for network solutions that encourage open interoperable communication with otherwise incompatible equipment. Among these are the PROFIBUS DP Master or Slave modules for the Rockwell Automation ControlLogix, SCANport, and FLEX I/O platforms, and for the Schneider Electric Quantum/Unity processor. These in-rack modules allow the respective networks the freedom to use PROFIBUS devices for their applications. The ProLinx line of stand-alone gateways include over 25 solutions for PROFIBUS DP networks by creating an interface between the protocol and other dissimilar networks including DF1, ASCII, DNP, EtherNet/IP, Modbus, HART Multi-drop, Honeywell DE, and the ProSoft Wireless Protocol (PWP) which enables PROFIBUS DP networks to transfer data wirelessly. Because of its interfacing capabilities ranging from the sensor level to the enterprise level, PROFIBUS DP has been incorporated into more than 14 million installed devices worldwide.
PROFIBUS DP for Rockwell Spec Sheet
PROFIBUS DP V1 for Schneider Spec Sheet
PROFIBUS DP for Schneider Spec Sheet
PROFIBUS DP Slave Stand-Alone Gateways Spec Sheet
PROFIBUS DP Master Stand-Alone Gateways Spec Sheet
PROFIBUS DP Wireless Gateway Spec Sheet
PROFIBUS DP V1 Wireless Gateway Spec Sheet
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Modbus, Modbus Plus, and Modbus TCP/IP Solutions
ProSoft Technology offers a wide array of in-chassis and stand-alone communication modules for Modbus, Modbus Plus, or Modbus TCP/IP networks. These modules are ideally suited for SCADA or where Third Party Device connectivity is needed. Whether using Modbus, Modbus Plus or Modbus/TCP, each port is isolated and independently configurable for Master/Slave, Peer to Peer, Client/Server respectively.
Modbus Master/Slave For Rockwell Spec Sheet
Stand-Alone Gateways Spec Sheet
Modbus Plus For Rockwell Spec Sheet
Stand-Alone Gateways Spec Sheet
Modbus TCP/IP For Rockwell Spec Sheet
Stand-Alone Gateways Spec Sheet
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Flow Computers
ProSoft Technology Offers In-Rack Liquid and Gas Flow Computers for Rockwell Automation® and Schneider Electric Platforms ProSoft Technology’s Flow Computers (AFC) allow integrated process control and Flow Computer capabilities in a single-slot, in-rack solution for Rockwell Automation’s ControlLogix®, SLCTM, CompactLogixTM, and PLC® platforms and for Schneider Electric’s Quantum/Unity processor. These unique modules offer unprecedented communication flexibility between the Flow Computer and Modbus devices, which is critical for pump stations and process plants. Integration of the Flow Computer is a cost-effective communication solution that ensures overall production efficiency. According to Craig Resnick, Research Director at ARC Advisory Group, "ProSoft Technology’s AFC Flow Computers fully leverage the trend of utilizing the higher processing power available today in PLCs, which offer a programming environment that supports development of complex algorithms and drives PLC use into many traditional process applications. End users are able to achieve lower system costs as PLC solutions typically provide a favorable price position versus potential alternative solutions with no compromise in reliability or durability."
General features include:
• Seamless data exchange between processor and AFC module with backplane compatibility
• Detailed characterization method for AGA 8 pressure/temperature compensation
• PLC/FC/RTU integrated data base
• User friendly Windows-based system configuration
• Data archiving and event logging
• Field programmable
ProSoft’s AFC modules measure hydrocarbon gases using the AGA 3, 7, 8 measurement standards, and API 2540 for hydrocarbon liquid flow measurement, greatly facilitating the custody transfer of products between two parties and line balance for pipeline leak detection. The three built-in Modbus ports provide on-line configuration access, allowing the user complete configuration access to the data table. One Modbus port can be configured as a Master providing a Modbus interface to gas chromatographs for gas analysis or any other Modbus Slave devices.
The AFC Manager is a user-friendly, Windows-based software which is easily configured to meet individual needs. Operator data is displayed in user-selected engineering units and is designed to cope with exceptionally demanding regimes.
To obtain its process inputs for the calculations, the AFC modules use the process data collected by processor analog I/O modules. The processor is responsible for transferring this data to the AFC module, which then calculates flow rates, accumulated volumes and accumulated mass. The results of the calculations are transferred back to the processor for use in the application ladder logic, or for transfer to a SCADA host. Event Log Reporting for all Security Sensitive Configuration data (e.g. Orifice Diameter) are Date and Time stamped and mapped to the local Modbus memory map. This data can be imported into any Spread Sheet program and saved to disk or printed as hard copy.
The module is available for the following platforms:
• ControlLogix (MVI56-AFC) -- supports 16 meter runs
• SLC 500 (MVI46-AFC) -- supports 8 meter runs
• PLC5 (MVI71-AFC) -- supports 8 meter runs
• CompactLogix (MVI69-AFC) – supports 8 meter runs
• Quantum/Unity (PTQ-AFC) – supports 16 meter runs
Flow Computers for Rockwell Spec Sheets
Flow Computers for Schneider Spec Sheets
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DeviceNet for Quantum/Unity
DeviceNet Scanner/Slave Module for the Schneider Electric Quantum/Unity Processors Interface up to 63 DeviceNet slaves with one controller using the ProTalk DeviceNet communication module
ProSoft Technology’s expertise in protocol connectivity solutions for industrial applications now includes support for DeviceNet with its ProTalk DeviceNet Scanner/Slave Module (PTQ-DNET) for the Schneider Electric Quantum and Unity platforms. The PTQ-DNET module provides a powerful interface between DeviceNet scanners or slave devices (such as sensors and actuators) and the processor over the backplane. DeviceNet—known for its robustness and interoperability—is conducive for and widely used in Oil and Gas applications because of its ability to link controllers with the many devices used in pipelines and refineries, including pressure switches and gauges, manifolds, analyzers, flow sensors, actuators, and control valves.
The DeviceNet network is based on the producer-consumer network model allowing for real-time control data exchange, configuration capabilities exclusive from control performance, and data collection at regular intervals or based on demand.
Features and Benefits
• Connect up to 63 slave devices.
• Embedded EDS - allows direct EDS retrieval from the module.
• Synchronous data transfer of 973 input words and 990 output words, plus status and control data.
• Supports Auto Device Replacement (ADR); consists of Node Recovery and Configuration Recovery.
• Electronic Keying: allows the scanner to match device by device type, vendor, product code and major revision for I/O exchange.
• Provides the processor with module status and access to scanner network diagnostic tables such as node idle, status, and fault data.
• Acts as an I/O data server for explicit peer-to-peer messaging.
• Easy-to-use drag and drop configuration view via DeviceNet Configuration Software with RS-232 DeviceNet adapter.
• Auto Scan - enables the scanner to automatically generate a scan list of devices on the network.
• Supports CIP Explicit Messaging via PLC ladder logic.
Certifications and Conformance
DeviceNet is based on the Common Industrial Protocol (CIP) and shares all the common aspects of CIP with adaptations to fit the message frame size of DeviceNet. The PTQ-DNET module:
• Supports complete specifications according to CAN bus and ISO 11898 standards and the Common Industrial Protocol (CIP) for the upper layers of their network protocol.
• Has been tested and certified according to ODVA guidelines to guarantee proper interoperability on a DeviceNet network.
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