QTS AN-X2-MOD-MAS User manual
AN-X2-MOD-MAS
Modicon S908
Remote I/O
Scanner Module
User Manual
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Because of the variety of uses for the products described in this publication, those
responsible for the application and use of these products must satisfy themselves that all
necessary steps have been taken to assure that each application and use meets all
performance and safety requirements, including any applicable laws, regulations, codes
and standards. In no event will Quest Technical Solutions be responsible or liable for
indirect or consequential damage resulting from the use or application of these products.
Any illustrations, charts, sample programs, and layout examples shown in this publication
are intended solely for purposes of example. Since there are many variables and
requirements associated with any particular installation, Quest Technical Solutions does
not assume responsibility or liability (to include intellectual property liability) for actual
use based upon the examples shown in this publication.
Throughout this manual we use notes to make you aware of safety considerations.
WARNING!
Identifies information about practices or circumstances that can lead to
personal injury or death, property damage, or economic loss.
These warnings help to:
•identify a hazard
•avoid the hazard
•recognize the consequences
IMPORTANT! Identifies information that is especially important for successful
application and understanding of the product.
TIP Identifies information that explains the best way to use the
AN-X2-MOD-MAS
Microsoft is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation.
Windows is a trademark of Microsoft Corporation.
ControlLogix, RSLinx and RSLogix 5000 are trademarks of the Allen-Bradley Company, Inc.
AN-X2-MOD-MAS MODULE OVERVIEW 7
Hardware Features 8
Package Contents 8
Using the MicroSD Card 9
AN-X2 Modes of Operation 9
INSTALLATION 10
Prevent Electrostatic Discharge 10
Power 10
S908 Cabling and Termination 10
Ethernet Cabling 11
CE Installations 11
QUICK START 12
ETHERNET CONFIGURATION 13
Ethernet Configuration 13
DHCP 15
Static IP Address 15
Hostname 15
Firmware 15
Submitting the Configuration 15
Reconfiguring an AN-X from an Unknown State 16
The Configuration File 16
If the link-local address is not accessible… 17
CONFIGURING THE AN-X2-MOD-MAS S908 NETWORK 20
Auto Configuration 20
Manual Configuration 22
Configuration File Contents 23
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I/O Modules 23
Sending and Retrieving Configurations 25
Sample S908 Configuration File 26
EXCHANGING SCHEDULED DATA WITH A CONTROLLOGIX 27
Configuring the AN-X in RSLogix 5000 27
Mapping I/O Data 30
ClxName 31
ClxPrefix 31
Scheduled Connection Data 31
Swap Option 32
Controlling Program Mode Behaviour 33
Other Mappable Data 33
Other Parameters 37
Sending and Retrieving Configurations 38
Sample Ethernet Configuration File 38
SCANNING I/O 40
Program/Run 40
Required Connections 40
ControlLogix Alias Tags 40
Using the ControlLogix Log 42
Redundancy 42
ControlLogix Ethernet Configuration File 42
Aliases 44
Criteria for Switching between AN-X Modules 44
Switchover 44
Other factors to consider… 45
LEDs 45
USING THE WEB INTERFACE 46
Automation Network 47
Modicon S908 I/O Network Configuration 47
Configure ControlLogix Support 48
View Configuration Files 48
View Active Configuration 50
Monitor Network Diagnostics 52
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Log Files 55
Ethernet/IP Log 55
System Info Log 55
View All Logs 55
Administration Menu 55
AN-X IP Configuration 55
DHCP 56
Static IP Address 56
Hostname 56
Firmware Type 57
Submitting the Configuration 57
Archive Configuration 57
Update AN-X Firmware 58
Restart AN-X Module 59
Troubleshooting Menu 59
TROUBLESHOOTING 60
LEDs 60
Ethernet LEDs 60
SYS or MS LED 60
“Railroading” – SYS (or MS) and NET (or NS) LEDs 61
MS and NS LEDs: Runtime 61
Fatal Errors 62
UPDATING THE FIRMWARE 63
SPECIFICATIONS 64
SUPPORT 65
WARRANTY 66
AN-X2-MOD-MAS Module Overview
The AN-X2-MOD-MAS communications module connects a ControlLogix PLC or other
device to a Modicon S908 remote I/O network, over Ethernet.
The module acts as a scanner on the S908 network, reading inputs and writing outputs.
The module supports 800 series and Quantum remote drops. It supports up to 32 drops.
The module supports scheduled connections with a ControlLogix processor, over
Ethernet, so the ControlLogix processor can read inputs from the Modicon network and
write outputs.
The AN-X-MOD-MAS module has a web interface for configuring the module, for
monitoring logs and diagnostics and for performing administrative functions. You can
communicate with the module using any standard web browser such as Internet Explorer.
The module firmware can be updated using the web interface. Refer to page 58 for
details.
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Hardware Features
The module has:
•two LEDs to indicate the status of the connection to the Ethernet (100 and Link/Act)
•an LED to indicate the module’s internal state and the state of Ethernet
communication (MS or SYS)
•an LED to indicate the state of communications on the S908Remote I/O network
(NS or NET)
•an Ethernet connector
•a power connector
•an F connector to connect to the S908 remote I/O network
A watchdog timer is implemented in the module’s hardware. If the firmware does not
kick the watchdog within the timeout period the watchdog times out and places the
module into a safe fatal failure state.
A jabber inhibit timer is implemented in the module’s hardware. If the network
transmitter is on longer than 150% of the longest network frame time, the transmitter is
forced off and the module is placed into a safe fatal failure state.
Package Contents
•AN-X2-MOD module
•microSD to SD card adapter
•CD containing software and documentation
•rubber feet for desktop use
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Using the MicroSD Card
The AN-X2 microSD card stores configuration data and firmware.
The are no restrictions on the size or speed of the card. The format must be FAT-16 or
FAT-32.
An adapter is provided so you can insert the microSD card in an SD slot in your
computer.
The card must be present while the AN-X2 is running.
WARNING! Do not remove the card while the AN-X2 is powered on!
If the AN-X2 is inaccessible from Ethernet because of its settings, you can remove the
card and edit the file config.txt. Refer to page 16 for details.
Reinsert the card in the slot at the back of the AN-X2, with the pins facing up.
WARNING! If you remove the card to edit the configuration file, push the card in
straight or the card might fall inside the case and you will have to
disassemble the AN-X2 to retrieve it .
AN-X2 Modes of Operation
There are two AN-X2 modes of operation:
•Maintenance mode. The AN-X2 runs the maintenance firmware at startup. It
performs diagnostics (memory tests, etc), copies any changes from the microSD card.
If there are no errors, it starts the AN-X2 in production mode.
•Production mode. This is the normal runtime mode of operation.
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Installation
Prevent Electrostatic Discharge
The module is sensitive to electrostatic discharge.
WARNING!
Electrostatic discharge can damage integrated circuits or
semiconductors. Follow these guidelines when you handle the module:
•Touch a grounded object to discharge static potential
•Do not touch the connector pins
Power
AN-X requires a DC power input of anywhere from 12 to 24 VDC.
Left to right the pins on the power connector are chassis ground, negative voltage and
positive voltage.
The chassis ground should be connected.
Power consumption is 150 mA @ 12VDC or 75 mA @ 24VDC.
The part number for the power connector is Phoenix MSTB 2.5/3-ST-5.08
S908 Cabling and Termination
Refer to the Modicon Remote I/O Cable System Planning and Installation Guide 890
USE 101 00 Version 3.0 for detailed information on cabling and installation.
The module has a standard F connector for connection to the S908 remote I/O network.
The hardware for the AN-X-MOD-MAS and AN-X-MOD-MON contains built-in
termination.
When you connect the AN-X-MOD-MAS to the network, it usually replaces a Modicon
master and no wiring changes are necessary.
When you connect the AN-X-MOD-MON to the network, you can’t connect it just like
any other node. There’s a loss of about 14 dB through a tap to each drop, so if the AN-X
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