Allen-Bradley SLC 500 User Manual
Allen-Bradley SLC 500 User Manual

Allen-Bradley SLC 500 User Manual

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  • Page 1 SLC 500 Modular Hardware Style Catalog Numbers 1747-L511, 1747-L514, 1747-L524, 1747-L531, 1747-L532, 1747-L533, 1747-L541, 1747-L542, 1747-L543, 1747-L551, 1747-L552, 1747-L553 User Manual...
  • Page 2 Solid state equipment has operational characteristics differing from those of Important User Information electromechanical equipment. Safety Guidelines for the Application, Installation and Maintenance of Solid State Controls (publication SGI-1.1 available from your local Rockwell Automation sales office or online at http://literature.rockwellautomation.com) describes some important differences between solid state equipment and hard-wired electromechanical devices.
  • Page 3 Summary of Changes The information below summarizes the changes to this manual since the last printing. To help you find new and updated information in this release of the manual, we have included change bars as shown to the right of this paragraph. For information on Processor communication options for Modbus RTU Master page 33, page 34, page 35...
  • Page 4 Summary of Changes Notes: Publication 1747-UM011G-EN-P - June 2008...
  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Preface Who Should Use This Manual....... . 13 Purpose of This Manual.
  • Page 6 1746-P3 (previous to revision B)..... . 64 Determining the Date of the SLC 500 Series A Chassis ..66 Master Control Relay .
  • Page 7 Table of Contents Chapter 5 SLC 5/01 Processor Hardware Features......81 Identifying the Components of SLC 5/02 Processor Hardware Features......83 Your Processor SLC 5/03 Processor Hardware Features.
  • Page 8 Table of Contents Input Troubleshooting Steps......126 5. Test Your Outputs ........126 Output Troubleshooting Steps .
  • Page 9 Other Replacement Hardware......171 Appendix A SLC 500 System General Specifications ..... . . 175 Specifications Processor General Specifications .
  • Page 10 Communication ......... . 202 SLC 500 Devices that Support RS-232 Communication ..203 1747-KE Module .
  • Page 11 Table of Contents Appendix F Allen-Bradley Remote I/O Network ......231 Control Networks Remote I/O Passthru ........232 DeviceNet Network .
  • Page 12 Table of Contents Glossary Index Publication 1747-UM011G-EN-P - June 2008...
  • Page 13: Preface

    This manual: • explains how to install and wire your controllers. • gives you an overview of the SLC 500 programmable controller system. Refer to the SLC 500 Instruction Set reference manual, publication 1747-RM001, for the SLC 500 instruction set and for application examples to show the instruction set in use.
  • Page 14: Additional Resources

    Pub. Number Pub. Title Description 1747-SG001 SLC 500 System Overview An overview of the SLC 500 family of products. 1747-IN007 SLC 5/03 and SLC 5/04 Processors Firmware/Operating Details on the latest operating system upgrade to the System Upgrade Installation Instructions SLC 5/03 and SLC 5/04 processors.
  • Page 15: Quick Start For Experienced Users

    Chapter Quick Start for Experienced Users This chapter can help you to get started using the SLC 500 Modular Processors. We base the procedures here on the assumption that you have an understanding of SLC 500 products. You should understand...
  • Page 16: Required Tools And Equipment

    Unpack the shipping boxes making sure that the contents include: • SLC 500 modular processor – installation instructions (publication 1747-IN009) • SLC 500 modular chassis (catalog numbers 1746-A4, 1746-A7, 1746-A10, or 1746-A13) – installation instructions (publication 1746-IN016) • SLC 500 modular power supplies (catalog numbers 1746-P1, 1746-P2, 1746-P3, 1746-P4, 1746-P5, 1746-P6, or 1746-P7) –...
  • Page 17 Install the chassis. Reference 1. Determine the amount of spacing required for mounting your system. Chapter 3 (System Installation Recommendations) 1746-C9 Cable SLC 500 Controller SLC 500 Controller 1746-C9 Cable 1746-C7 Cable SLC 500 Controller SLC 500 Controller SLC 500 Controller...
  • Page 18 Quick Start for Experienced Users 2. Drill holes in the backpanel of your enclosure and install the top mounting hardware. Chapter 6 (Installing Your Use M4 or M5 (#10 or #12) phillips screw and star washer (or SEM screw). Hardware Components) 3.
  • Page 19 Quick Start for Experienced Users Make jumper selection for 120/240V ac on 1746-P1, 1746-P2, and 1746-P4 power supplies. Reference Place the input voltage jumper to match the input voltage. This does not apply to the Chapter 6 (Installing Your 1746-P3, 1746-P5, 1746-P6, or 1746-P7 power supplies which do not have jumpers. Hardware Components) Set the input jumper before applying power.
  • Page 20 Quick Start for Experienced Users Wire power to the power supply. Reference Chapter 6 (Installing Your Hardware Turn off incoming power before connecting wires. Failure to do so could cause Components) ATTENTION injury to personnel and/or equipment. Connect incoming power. 1746-P1 and 1746-P2 1746-P3 NOT USED...
  • Page 21 Components) Make sure system power is off. Then insert the processor into the 1746 chassis. The SLC 500 modular processor must be inserted into the left slot (slot 0), as IMPORTANT shown below. Remove the protective label on the power supply after installing the processor.
  • Page 22 Quick Start for Experienced Users Apply power to the processor. Reference 1. Energize the chassis power supply. Chapter 8 (Starting Up Your Control System) 2. Check the chassis power supply and processor status indicators. The power status indicator on the power supply should be on and the fault status indicator on the Chapter 10 processor should be flashing.
  • Page 23 Quick Start for Experienced Users Establish communication to the processor. Reference Refer to the following to establish communication between the processor and your Chapter 8 (Starting Up Your personal computer. Control System) Processor Procedure SLC 5/01 Connect 1747-PIC interface from the processor to your personal computer serial port or connect 1747-UIC interface from the processor to your personal computer USB port, or use a 1784-PKTX(D) or 1784-PMCK interface.
  • Page 24 1. Remove power from the SLC 500 power supply. 2. Remove the processor from the chassis. 3. Disconnect the battery by removing the battery connector from its socket.
  • Page 25 Quick Start for Experienced Users SLC 5/03 Processors (1747-L531, 1747-L532, and 1747-L533) Mother Board Mother Board Right Side View SLC 5/04 Processors (1747-L541, 1747-L542, and 1747-L543) SLC 5/05 Processors (1747-L551, 1747-L552, and 1747-L553) GND VBB Mother Board Mother Board Right Side View Publication 1747-UM011G-EN-P - June 2008...
  • Page 26 Quick Start for Experienced Users Notes: Publication 1747-UM011G-EN-P - June 2008...
  • Page 27: Selecting Your Hardware Components

    • isolation transformers. This chapter does not provide you with all the information that you need to select a complete SLC 500 control system. To do this, we recommend that you use the latest version of the system overview, SLC 500 Programmable Controllers and I/O Modules, publication 1747-SG001.
  • Page 28: European Union Directive Compliance

    Selecting Your Hardware Components If this product has the CE mark it is approved for installation within European Union Directive the European Union and EEA regions. It has been designed and tested Compliance to meet the following directives. EMC Directive This product is tested to meet Council Directive 89/336/EEC Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) and the following standards, in whole or in part, documented in a technical construction file:...
  • Page 29: Overview Of Your Modular Control System

    Selecting Your Hardware Components The basic modular controller consists of a chassis, power supply, Overview of Your Modular processor (CPU), Input/Output (I/O modules), and an operator Control System interface device for programming and monitoring. The figure below shows typical hardware components for a modular controller. Modular Controller Modular Hardware Components Power...
  • Page 30: Principles Of Machine Control

    Selecting Your Hardware Components Principles of Machine Control You enter a ladder logic program into the controller by using the software. The logic program is based on your electrical relay print diagrams. It contains instructions that direct control of your application.
  • Page 31: Selecting Modular Processors

    Selecting Your Hardware Components SLC 500 modular processors are designed to meet a wide range of Selecting Modular applications, from small stand-alone to large distributed systems and Processors from simple to complex applications. Processor Features Memory size - The SLC 500 modular processors memory is user configurable for either data storage or program storage.
  • Page 32: Processor Communication Options

    ASCII • • • Processor Communication Options The SLC 500 processors support several communication options. The following sections describe the available physical connections and protocol options used by the SLC 500 processors. Physical Connection Options Ethernet (10/100Base-T) channel offers: • 10/100 Mbps communication rate.
  • Page 33 Selecting Your Hardware Components • RS-232C (EIA-232) electrical specifications. • modem support. • built-in isolation. Processor Channel Connections Processor Physical Communication Channel DH-485 RS-232 Ethernet SLC 5/01 and SLC 5/02 DH-485 protocol — — — SLC 5/03 channel 0 DH-485 , DF1 full-duplex, DF1 half-duplex —...
  • Page 34 Selecting Your Hardware Components DH-485 Protocol - The SLC 500 processors have a DH-485 channel that supports the DH-485 communication network. This network is a multi-master, token-passing network protocol capable of supporting up to 32 devices (nodes). This protocol allows: •...
  • Page 35 Selecting Your Hardware Components SLC Communication Options Processor Communication Protocol SLC 5/01 SLC 5/02 SLC 5/03 SLC 5/04 SLC 5/05 DH-485 peer-to-peer receive only receive and initiate receive and initiate — — DH-485 via RS232 receive and initiate receive and initiate receive and initiate —...
  • Page 36: Selecting Discrete I/O Modules

    For a complete listing of discrete I/O modules and specifications, contact your Allen-Bradley sales office for the latest selection guide, publication 1747-SG001. The SLC 500 family offers specialty I/O modules that enhance your Selecting Specialty I/O control system. Modules range in function from analog interface to Modules motion control, from communication to high-speed counting.
  • Page 37: 1746-P7 Current Capacity

    Selecting Your Hardware Components 1746-P7 Current Capacity 24V dc 5V dc Output Output Current Current 0.87 A 3.6 A 0.625 A 2.64 A 0.46A 2.0 A Input Voltage (dc) 12.2V 15V 19.2V Example for Selecting Power Supplies Select a power supply for chassis 1 and chassis 2 in the control system below.
  • Page 38: Example Worksheet For Selecting A 1746 Power Supply

    If you have a multiple chassis system, make copies of the Power Supply Worksheet found on page 230. For a detailed list of device load currents, refer to the SLC 500 Modular Chassis and Power Supplies Technical Data, publication 1746-TD003.
  • Page 39 Selecting Your Hardware Components Procedure 1. For each slot of the chassis that contains a module, list the slot number, the catalog number of the module, and its 5V and 24V maximum currents. Also include the power consumption of any peripheral devices that may be connected to the processor other than a DTAM or PIC device—the power consumption of these devices is accounted for in the power consumption of the processor.
  • Page 40: Selecting Enclosures

    The enclosure should be equipped with a disconnect device. To calculate the heat dissipation of your controller, see appendix H. Use an operator interface to program and/or monitor your SLC 500 Selecting Operator controller. You can choose from several Allen-Bradley operator Interfaces interface devices.
  • Page 41: 1747-Uic Usb To Dh485 Interface Converter

    Selecting Your Hardware Components 1747-UIC USB to DH485 Interface Converter For communication with an SLC 5/01 through SLC 5/05 processor, you can connect the 1747-UIC interface between the computer’s USB port and the SLC controller. The 1747-UIC interface features an RS-232 port for communication with SLC 5/03 and later processors and an RS-485 port for communication with SLC 5/03 and previous processors.
  • Page 42: Selecting A Memory Module For The Slc 5/01 And Slc

    Selecting Your Hardware Components You can plug these optional EEPROM (Electrically Erasable Selecting a Memory Programmable Read Only Memory) memory modules into the SLC 500 Module for the SLC 5/01 and controller. With a memory module, you can: SLC 5/02 Processors •...
  • Page 43: Memory Backup For The 1747-L511, Slc 5/01 Processor

    Selecting Your Hardware Components Memory Backup for the 1747-L511, SLC 5/01 Processor The curve below illustrates the ability of the memory back-up capacitor to maintain the contents of the RAM in a 1747-L511 processor. To back up the memory for a longer period of time, a lithium battery, catalog number 1747-BA, is required.
  • Page 44: Eeprom Burning Options

    Follow this procedure to program a memory module. 1. Set the memory module configuration bits (S:1/10 to S:1/12) in your offline program file. Refer to SLC 500 Instruction Set Reference Manual, publication 1747-RM001, for details on the Memory Module Configuration Bits.
  • Page 45 Selecting Your Hardware Components • The program size cannot exceed the processor memory size. For instance, an SLC 5/01 4 K processor can burn an EEPROM for a SLC 5/01 1 K processor as long as the program does not exceed 1 K.
  • Page 46: Selecting Isolation Transformers

    Selecting Your Hardware Components If there is high frequency conducted noise in or around your Selecting Isolation distribution equipment, use an isolation transformer in the ac line to Transformers the power supply. This type of transformer provides isolation from your power distribution system and is often used as a step down transformer to reduce line voltage.
  • Page 47: Special Considerations

    A constant voltage transformer must have a sufficient power rating for its load. Excessive Noise When operating the SLC 500 controller in an environment with a high amount of electrical noise, give special consideration to the possibility of electrical interference.
  • Page 48 Selecting Your Hardware Components when such loads are connected as output devices or when connected to the same supply line that powers the controller. Lack of surge suppression on inductive loads may contribute to processor faults and sporadic operation. RAM can be corrupted (lost) and I/O modules may appear to be faulty or reset themselves.
  • Page 49 Out 6 Out 7 dc COM or L2 If you connect an SLC 500 controller triac output to control an inductive load, use varistors to suppress noise. Choose a varistor that is appropriate for the application. We recommend the following surge suppressors for triac outputs when switching 120V ac inductive loads: •...
  • Page 50: Selecting Contact Protection

    700-N24 devices limited to 35 sealed VA Varistor RC Type – Damage could occur with SLC 500 triac outputs if you use suppressors having RC networks and the load current is 15 mA or less. Selecting Contact Protection Inductive load devices such as motor starters and solenoids may require the use of some type of surge suppression to protect the controller output contacts.
  • Page 51: Publication 1747-Um011G-En-P - June

    Locate the suppression device as close as possible to the load device. Transistor Output Transient Pulses This section applies to the following SLC 500 fixed I/O processors and SLC 500 I/O modules that have transistor outputs. Fixed I/O processors with...
  • Page 52 Selecting Your Hardware Components Transient Pulse (On-State Load Current) Duration of Transient (T) Time To reduce the possibility of inadvertent operation of devices connected to transistor outputs, adhere to the following guidelines: • Either ensure that any programmable device connected to the transistor output is programmed to ignore all output signals until after the transient pulse has ended, •...
  • Page 53 Selecting Your Hardware Components Increasing the load current by 100 mA decreases the transient EXAMPLE time from approximately 7 ms to less than 2.5 ms. To calculate the size of the resistor added in parallel to increase the current, use the following information: 24V = your applied voltage Need 100 mA of load current to reduce the transient to <2.5 ms.
  • Page 54 Selecting Your Hardware Components Notes: Publication 1747-UM011G-EN-P - June 2008...
  • Page 55 Chapter System Installation Recommendations To help you install the SLC 500 programmable controller as safely and securely as possible, follow the specific recommendations in this chapter. For general installation guidelines, also refer to the requirements specific to your region. • Europe: Reference the standards found in EN 60204 and your national regulations.
  • Page 56: Chapter 3 System Overview

    60529, as applicable, for explanations of the degrees of protection provided by different types of enclosure. Also, see the appropriate sections in this publication, as well as the Allen-Bradley Industrial Automation Wiring and Grounding Guidelines, publication 1770-4.1, for additional installation requirements pertaining to this equipment.
  • Page 57: Hazardous Location Considerations

    System Installation Recommendations Hazardous Location Considerations Products marked CL1, DIV 2, GP A, B, C, D are suitable for use in Class I, Division 2, Groups A, B, C, D or non-hazardous locations only. Each product is supplied with markings on the rating nameplate indicating the hazardous location temperature code.
  • Page 58: Typical Installation

    Air temperature in the enclosure must be kept within a range of 0 °C...60 °C (32 °F...140 °F). Be careful of metal chips when drilling mounting holes for the IMPORTANT controllers. Do not drill holes above a mounted SLC 500 controller. Publication 1747-UM011G-EN-P - June 2008...
  • Page 59 When using these cables, provide at least 101.6 mm (4 in.) of clearance at the side of the chassis to allow for proper bend radius of the cable. SLC 500 Controller SLC 500 Controller 1746-C9 Cable 1746-C9...
  • Page 60: Preventing Excessive Heat

    System Installation Recommendations For most applications, normal convection cooling will keep the SLC 500 Preventing Excessive Heat controller components within the specified operating range of 0 °C...60 °C (32 °F...140 °F). Proper spacing of components within the enclosure is usually sufficient for heat dissipation.
  • Page 61: Grounding Guidelines

    Connect Equipment Grounding Conductor to Ground Bus Ground connections should run from the chassis and power supply on each SLC 500 controller and expansion unit to the ground bus. Exact connections will differ between applications. Publication 1747-UM011G-EN-P - June 2008...
  • Page 62: Connect Ground Bus To Grounding-Electrode System

    EMI. The National Electrical Code specifies safety requirements for the grounding-electrode conductor. Europe: Reference EN 60204 for safety information on grounding. Also, refer to Allen-Bradley Programmable Controller Grounding and Wiring Guidelines, Publication 1747-UM011G-EN-P - June 2008...
  • Page 63 1770-4.1 and System Design for Control of Electrical Noise, publication GMC-RM001. In addition to the grounding required for the SLC 500 controller and its enclosure, you must also provide proper grounding for all controlled devices in your application. Care must be taken to provide each device with an acceptable grounding path.
  • Page 64: Special Grounding Considerations For Dc Applications Using 1746-P3 (Previous To Revision B)

    SLC chassis, the DC NEUTRAL of the external dc power source must be either isolated from the SLC chassis ground, or connected to earth ground. Processor SLC 500 Chassis 1746-P3 External dc Power Source Door...
  • Page 65 See the figure on the following page for the location of the resistor. SLC 500 series A chassis (1746-A4, 1746-A7, 1746-A10, and 1746-A13) with a manufacture date of November 1992 or later do not have this resistor.
  • Page 66: Determining The Date Of The Slc 500 Series A Chassis

    System Installation Recommendations Determining the Date of the SLC 500 Series A Chassis The date of the chassis is found within the serial number imprinted on the chassis nameplate on the right side of the chassis. SLC 500 RACK 1746 - A7 ®...
  • Page 67: Emergency-Stop Switches

    System Installation Recommendations Whenever any of the emergency-stop switches are opened, power to input and output devices is stopped. When you use the master control relay to remove power from the external I/O circuits, power continues to be provided to the controller’s power supply so that diagnostic indicators on the processor can still be observed.
  • Page 68: Power Considerations

    120 or 240V ac. This transformer also provides isolation to protect equipment from high voltage transients that may be generated on your power distribution system. Your SLC 500 power supply can be damaged by voltage surges ATTENTION when switching inductive loads such as motors, motor starters, solenoids, and relays.
  • Page 69: Grounded Ac Power-Distribution System With

    System Installation Recommendations Grounded ac Power-Distribution System with Master-Control Relay Suppressor Disc. Incoming To Motor Enclosure Starters Wall Back-panel Step-down Ground Bus Transformer Grounded Conductor FUSE Grounding-electrode Conductor to Multiple E-stop Start Grounding-electrode Switches Equipment- System Grounding Conductors The I/O circuits form a net inductive load switched Suppressor by the MCR contacts.
  • Page 70: Loss Of Power Source

    Power Supply Undervoltage Operation SLC 500 controllers continue to operate (hold-up) for a short period of time if the input voltage to the power supply drops below the recommended operating voltage range. The controller continues to scan the user program and control I/O during this time.
  • Page 71: Condition

    System Installation Recommendations SLC 500 Operation with 24V dc User Power Overcurrent Condition Power Supply Cat. No. SLC Operation Recovery Procedure 1746-P1 series A (made in Japan) power supply shutdown, CPU fault Reload user program 1746-P1 series A (made in Malaysia -...
  • Page 72: Safety Considerations

    System Installation Recommendations Safety considerations are an important element of proper system installation. Safety Considerations Actively thinking about the safety of yourself and others, as well as the condition of your equipment, is of primary importance. Disconnecting Main Power Locate the main power disconnect switch where operators and maintenance personnel have quick and easy access to it.
  • Page 73: Preventive Maintenance

    System Installation Recommendations out, it no longer provides any safety protection. These switches should be tested periodically to assure they will stop machine motion when needed. The printed circuit boards of the controller must be protected from dirt, oil, Preventive Maintenance moisture and other airborne contaminants.
  • Page 74 System Installation Recommendations Notes: Publication 1747-UM011G-EN-P - June 2008...
  • Page 75: Mounting Modular Hardware Style Units

    Chapter Mounting Your SLC 500 Control System This chapter provides mounting dimensions for: • 4, 7, 10, and 13-slot chassis. • link coupler (AIC). • Data Terminal Access Module (DTAM). • DTAM Plus Operator Interface. • DTAM Micro Operator Interface.
  • Page 76: 7-Slot Modular Chassis

    Mounting Your SLC 500 Control System 7-slot Modular Chassis . Dia. 11 Dia. (0.217) (0.04) (0.433) (6.89) (5.51) (5.51) (6.73) (6.22) (6.73) (0.55) 5.5 Dia (1.77) (0.217) (5.71) (12.60) (13.39) (14.41) millimeters (inches) Front View Left Side View 10-slot Modular Chassis (0.04)
  • Page 77: 13-Slot Modular Chassis

    Mounting Your SLC 500 Control System 13-slot Modular Chassis 5.5 Dia. 11 Dia. (4.13) (2.17) (0.217) (5.51) (0.433) (5.51) (6.73) (6.22) (0.55) 5.5 Dia (5.51) (0.217) (21.26) (22.05) (23.07) Front View (0.04) millimeters (inches) (6.73) (5.51) (5.71) Left Side View (1) Dimensions for 1746-P1 power supply.
  • Page 78: Link Coupler (Aic)

    Mounting Your SLC 500 Control System Link Coupler (AIC) R 2.74 (0.11) (5.75) (0.22) (6.75) (6.24) (5.41) (0.55) millimeters (inches) (0.17) (1.50) 5.5 Dia. (0.28) (0.216) Front View Right Side View Publication 1747-UM011G-EN-P - June 2008...
  • Page 79: Data Table Access Module

    Mounting Your SLC 500 Control System Data Table Access Module (DTAM, DTAM Plus, and DTAM Micro) Front View Right Side View Data Table Access Module Dimensions in millimeters (inches) DTAM 152 (6.0) 140 (5.5) 69 (2.76) 127 (5.0) DTAM Plus 215.9 (8.5)
  • Page 80: Aic+ Advanced Interface Converter (1761-Net-Aic)

    Mounting Your SLC 500 Control System AIC+ Advanced Interface Converter (1761-NET-AIC) DeviceNet Interface (1761-NET-DNI) Ethernet Interface (1761-NET-ENI) 52.07 mm (2.05 in.) 118 mm 107 mm (4.64 in.) (4.20 in.) 6.6 mm (0.26 in.) Allow 15 mm (0.6 in.) clearance for DIN rail latch 27.7 mm...
  • Page 81: Slc 5/01 Processor Hardware Features

    Chapter Identifying the Components of Your Processor This chapter covers the following: • SLC 5/01 hardware features • SLC 5/02 hardware features • SLC 5/03 hardware features • SLC 5/04 hardware features • SLC 5/05 hardware features • Keyswitch for the SLC 5/03, SLC 5/04, and SLC 5/05 processors The SLC 5/01 processor provides: SLC 5/01 Processor Hardware Features...
  • Page 82 Identifying the Components of Your Processor SLC 5/01 Hardware Components SLC 5/01 CPU Memory PC RUN Module and CPU FAULT FORCED I/O Socket BATTERY LOW Battery (provides back-up DH-485 power for the Channel 1 CMOS RAM) Left Side View Front View Serial Number and Catalog Number The table below provides a general explanation of the SLC 5/01 processor status indicators.
  • Page 83: Slc 5/02 Processor Hardware Features

    Identifying the Components of Your Processor The SLC 5/02 processor offers an enhanced instruction set, increased SLC 5/02 Processor diagnostic capabilities, and expanded communication capabilities Hardware Features beyond the SLC 5/01 processors and fixed controllers. The SLC 5/02 processor provides: •...
  • Page 84 Identifying the Components of Your Processor SLC 5/02 Hardware Components SLC 5/02 CPU COMM CPU FAULT FORCED I/O BATTERY LOW Memory Module and Socket Front View Left Side View Serial Number and Battery (provides Catalog Number back-up power for DH-485 the CMOS RAM) Channel 1 The table below provides a general explanation of each processor...
  • Page 85 Identifying the Components of Your Processor Processor When It Is Indicates that Status Indicator BATTERY LOW On (steady) The battery voltage has fallen below a threshold level (Color: red) or the battery is missing or not connected. The battery is functional. COMM On (steady) The SLC 5/02 processor is connected to an active...
  • Page 86: Slc 5/03 Processor Hardware Features

    Identifying the Components of Your Processor The SLC 5/03 processor offers: SLC 5/03 Processor Hardware Features • program memory size of 8 K, 16 K, 32 K. • control of up to 4096 input and output points. • online programming (includes runtime editing). •...
  • Page 87 Identifying the Components of Your Processor The figure on page 87 shows some of the hardware components of the SLC 5/03 processors (1747-L531, 1747-L532, and 1747-L533). SLC 5/03 Hardware Components SLC 5/03 CPU FORCE DH485 BATT RS232 RUN REM PROG Battery (provides Memory...
  • Page 88 Identifying the Components of Your Processor Processor When It Is Indicates that Status (1)(2) Indicator FORCE Flashing One or more input or output addresses have been forced to an On or Off state but the (Color: amber) forces have not been enabled. On (steady) The forces have been enabled.
  • Page 89: Slc 5/04 Processor Hardware Features

    • online programming (includes runtime editing). • built-in DH+ channel, supporting: – high-speed communication (57.6 Kbaud, 115.2 Kbaud, and 230.4 Kbaud). – messaging capabilities with SLC 500, PLC-2, PLC-5, and ControlLogix processors. • built-in RS-232 channel, supporting: – DF1 full-duplex for point-to-point communication; remotely via a modem, or direct connection to programming or operator interface devices.
  • Page 90 Identifying the Components of Your Processor • multi-point list. • UL listed to US and Canadian Safety Standards, CE compliant, C-Tick marked. This figure below shows some of the hardware components of the SLC 5/04 processors (1747-L541, 1747-L542, or 1747-L543). SLC 5/04 Hardware Components SLC 5/04 CPU FORCE...
  • Page 91 Identifying the Components of Your Processor Processor When It Is Indicates that Status (1)(2) Indicator BATT On (steady) The battery voltage has fallen below a (Color: red) threshold level, or the battery is missing or not connected. The battery is functional. FORCE Flashing One or more input or output addresses have...
  • Page 92: Slc 5/05 Processor Hardware Features

    Identifying the Components of Your Processor The SLC 5/05 processors offer: SLC 5/05 Processor Hardware Features • program memory sizes of 16 K, 32 K, or 64 K. • high-speed performance - 0.90 ms/K typical. • control of up to 4096 input and output points. •...
  • Page 93 Identifying the Components of Your Processor • multi-point list. • UL listed to US and Canadian Safety Standards, CE compliant, C-Tick marked. The figure below shows some of the hardware components of the SLC 5/05 processors (1747-L551, 1747-L552, and 1747-L553). SLC 5/05 Hardware Components SLC 5/05 CPU FORCE...
  • Page 94 Ethernet network, and is transmitting packets. Flashing red A hardware or software fault has occurred and is being reported via a code. Contact Allen-Bradley for assistance. No Ethernet connection or processor halted. RS-232 On (steady) The SLC 5/05 processor is transmitting on the...
  • Page 95: Keyswitch For The Slc 5/03, Slc 5/04, And Slc 5/05 Processors

    Identifying the Components of Your Processor The SLC 5/03, SLC 5/04, and SLC 5/05 processors include a 3-position Keyswitch for the keyswitch on the front panel that lets you select one of three modes of SLC 5/03, SLC 5/04, and operation: RUN, PROGram, and REMote.
  • Page 96: Rem Position

    Identifying the Components of Your Processor REM Position This position places the processor in the Remote mode: either the REMote Run, REMote Program, or REMote Test mode. You can change the processor mode by changing the keyswitch position or by changing the mode from a programmer/operator interface device.
  • Page 97: Compliance To European Union Directives

    Chapter Installing Your Hardware Components This chapter shows you how to install the following hardware components: • Chassis • Processor • Modules • Memory module • Power supply • Chassis interconnect cable This product is approved for installation within the European Union Compliance to European and EEA regions.
  • Page 98: Low Voltage Directive

    Installing Your Hardware Components Low Voltage Directive This product is tested to meet Council Directive 73/23/EEC Low Voltage, by applying the safety requirements of EN 61131-2 Programmable Controllers, Part 2 – Equipment Requirements and Tests. For specific information required by EN61131-2, see the appropriate sections in this publication, as well as the industrial Automation, Wiring and Grounding Guidelines for Noise Immunity, publication 1770-4.1.
  • Page 99 Installing Your Hardware Components 2. Install the hardware for the top mounting tabs. M4 or M5 (#10 or #12) phillips screw and star washer (or SEM screw) Scrape paint off the back panel for an electrical connection between the chassis and back panel. 3.
  • Page 100 Installing Your Hardware Components 4. Leaving far-left and far-right tabs open for grounding, install the remaining tab hardware (for a four-slot chassis, leave both tabs open). Publication 1747-UM011G-EN-P - June 2008...
  • Page 101: Installing Your Processor

    Installing Your Hardware Components The processor always occupies the first slot of the first chassis. You Installing Your Processor can only install one processor per system. Never install, remove, or wire any module while power is ATTENTION applied. Also, do not expose processor modules to surfaces or other areas that may typically hold an electrostatic charge.
  • Page 102: Install Modules

    Installing Your Hardware Components Follow the steps below to install your modules. Install Modules 1. Align the circuit board of the module with the card guide in the chassis. Retainer Clip Side View Retainer Clip 2. Gently slide the module in until both top and bottom retainer clips are secured.
  • Page 103: Install Your Memory Module

    Installing Your Hardware Components Always turn off power to the controller before removing the processor Install Your Memory or inserting or removing the memory module. This guards against Module possible damage to the module and also undesired processor faults. Memory modules are mounted in carriers or have connectors that are keyed to guard against improper installation.
  • Page 104: Remove The Memory Module

    Installing Your Hardware Components 3. Place jumper J1 as shown below. Processor Type 1747-M1, -M2, -M3 1747-M4 Invalid Settings 1747-L514, 1747-L524 No Jumper J1 No Jumper J1 No Jumper J1 1747-L511, 1747-L531, 1747-L532, 1747-l533, 1747-L541, 1747-L542, 1747-L543, 1747-L551, 1747-L552, 1747-L553 4.
  • Page 105 Installing Your Hardware Components Perform this procedure to install the power supply. 1. Align the circuit board with the card guide on the left side of the chassis. Slide the power supply in until it is flush with the chassis. 1.2 Nm (11 lb-in) maximum torque 2.
  • Page 106 Installing Your Hardware Components If you connect or disconnect the wiring to the terminal ATTENTION blocks or if you insert or remove the power supply while the power is on, an electrical arc can occur. This could cause an explosion in hazardous location installations. Be sure that power is removed or the area is nonhazardous.
  • Page 107 If you have a 1746-P3 power supply, see page 64 for special ATTENTION grounding considerations. Your SLC 500 power supply can be damaged by voltage surges ATTENTION when switching inductive loads such as motors, motor starters, solenoids, and relays. To avoid damage to your SLC 500 power supply in these applications, use an isolation transformer to isolate the power supply from harmful voltage surges.
  • Page 108: Install Your Chassis Interconnect Cable

    Installing Your Hardware Components power 24V dc sensors and loads. The terminals on the 1746-P1, 1746-P2, 1746-P5, and 1746-P6 power supply provide an isolated, nonfused 200 mA, 24V dc power supply. The terminals on the 1746-P4 power supply provide an isolated, nonfused 1 A, 24V dc power supply.
  • Page 109 Installing Your Hardware Components Chassis Connections SLC chassis where processor will be installed To remove the cable, move the tabs on the socket outward and the connector pops out. The expansion cable must always exit the right end of the ATTENTION chassis with the processor and connect to the left end of the next I/O chassis.
  • Page 110 Installing Your Hardware Components Notes: Publication 1747-UM011G-EN-P - June 2008...
  • Page 111: Defining Sinking And Sourcing

    Chapter Wiring Your I/O Modules This chapter describes how to wire your I/O modules. It covers the following: • Defining sinking and sourcing • Preparing your wiring layout • Features of an I/O module • Recommendations for wiring I/O devices •...
  • Page 112: Contact Output Circuits - Ac Or Dc

    Wiring Your I/O Modules Contact Output Circuits — ac or dc Relays can be used for either ac or dc output circuits and accommodate either sinking or sourcing field devices. These capabilities are a result of the output switch being a mechanical contact closure, not sensitive to current flow direction and capable of accommodating a broad range of voltages.
  • Page 113 Wiring Your I/O Modules Sinking Device with Sourcing Input Module Circuit The field device is on the negative side of the power supply between the supply and the input terminal. When the field device is activated, it sinks current from the input circuit. Field Device Input Input...
  • Page 114: Preparing Your Wiring Layout

    • Segregate I/O wiring by signal type. Bundle wiring with similar electrical characteristics together. Wires with different signal characteristics should be routed into the enclosure by separate paths. Refer to Allen-Bradley Programmable Controller Grounding and Wiring Guidelines, publication 1770-4.1. If the controller is being installed within a potentially hazardous...
  • Page 115: Recommendations For Wiring I/O Devices

    Wiring Your I/O Modules The following are general recommendations for wiring I/O devices. Recommendations for Wiring I/O Devices Before you install and wire I/O devices, disconnect power from ATTENTION the controller and any other source to the I/O devices. • Use acceptable wire gauge. The I/O wiring terminals are designed to accept two wires per terminal (maximum) of the following size wire: –...
  • Page 116: Features Of An I/O Module

    Wiring Your I/O Modules Below is an example of a combination I/O module. Features of an I/O Module I/O Status OUTPUT INPUT Indicators Color Band Terminal Block Screw (maximum torque: 0.6 Nm (5.3 lb-in)) Input and Output Terminals Connected to Terminal Block Hinged Wiring Terminal Terminal Block (may be color-coded Door with Label...
  • Page 117: Octal Label Kit Installation

    Octal Label Kit Installation these octal labels to replace the decimal labels that are attached to the I/O modules. The kits can be obtained through your Allen-Bradley distributor. (The octal label kit is applicable when using 1746 I/O with PLC-5 processors via a 1747-ASB Remote I/O Adapter.) Apply the Octal Filter Label 1.
  • Page 118: Octal Kit And I/O Module Information

    Wiring Your I/O Modules Decimal Filter Label Module Color Bar Octal Filter Label Octal Door Label Decimal Door Label Octal Kit and I/O Module Information I/O Module Octal Kit I/O Module Octal Kit Cat. No. Cat. No. Cat. No. Cat. No. 1746-IA16 1746-RL40 1746-OV16...
  • Page 119: Using The Removable Terminal Block (Rtb)

    Wiring Your I/O Modules The Removable Terminal Block (RTB) is provided on all 12-point and Using the Removable 16-point discrete I/O modules and analog modules. They allow for Terminal Block (RTB) faster and more convenient wiring of the I/O modules. The modules and the RTB are color-coded.
  • Page 120: Install The Rtb

    Wiring Your I/O Modules Install the RTB Below are guidelines for installing the RTB. 1. Be sure the color of the RTB matches the color band on the module. Inserting a wired RTB on an incorrect module can ATTENTION damage the module circuitry when power is applied. 2.
  • Page 121: Procedures For Starting The Control System

    Chapter Starting Up Your Control System This chapter describes how to start up your control system. To accomplish this, you must go through eight procedures. Start-up involves the following procedures to be carried out in this Procedures for Starting the sequence.
  • Page 122: Inspect Your Installation

    Starting Up Your Control System • United States: refer to NFPA 70E, Electrical Safety Requirements for Employee Workplaces. You can often prevent serious problems in later test procedures by 1. Inspect Your Installation first making a thorough physical inspection. We recommend that you perform the following procedure.
  • Page 123: Initialize And Test Your Processor

    Starting Up Your Control System is to open the circuit at a point between the motor starter and the relay contact. Machine motion during system checkout can be hazardous to ATTENTION personnel. During the checkout procedures 3, 4, 5, and 6, you must disconnect all devices that, when energized, might cause machine motion.
  • Page 124 Starting Up Your Control System These steps are covered more extensively in your ATTENTION programming software and Hand-held Terminal user manuals. Reference these manuals if you have a problem completing one of the steps. 2. Turn on the programming device. 3.
  • Page 125: Test Your Inputs

    7. If associated bit status and input status indicator match input device status, select the next input device and repeat steps 5 and 6 until all inputs in the SLC 500 chassis have been tested. If associated bit status and input status indicator does not match the input device status, follow the recommended troubleshooting steps in the Input Troubleshooting Steps section.
  • Page 126: Input Troubleshooting Steps

    Starting Up Your Control System Input Troubleshooting Steps 1. Make sure the processor is in the Continuous Scan Test mode. 2. If associated bit status and status indicator status do not match the input device status, check status file S:11 and S:12 I/O slot enables.
  • Page 127 Starting Up Your Control System 3. Create an output test rung as shown below for each output module configured. SOURCE B3:"XX" DEST O0:"XX"."Y" Let XX represent slot number of the output currently selected. Y represents output word identifier. This rung moves a word of data from the bit file to the output file.
  • Page 128: Output Troubleshooting Steps

    Starting Up Your Control System Output Troubleshooting Steps 1. Make sure the processor is in the Run mode. 2. Verify proper addressing of the output test rung from the previous page. 3. Using a programming device, locate the output data file and bit data file.
  • Page 129: Enter And Test Your Program

    Starting Up Your Control System After you test all inputs and outputs and they are functioning 6. Enter and Test Your properly, follow the steps below to safely and successfully enter and Program test your specific application program. 1. Verify the offline program. After the program has been entered in the offline edit file mode, program verification may begin.
  • Page 130 Starting Up Your Control System d. Simulate the input conditions necessary to execute the current monitored rung of the program. If it is not practical to manually activate the input device, use the force function to simulate the proper condition. Never reach into a machine to actuate a device.
  • Page 131: Observe Control Motion

    Starting Up Your Control System Now that program execution has been verified, checkout of control 7. Observe Control Motion motion can begin. All persons involved with the programming, installation, layout design, machine or process design and maintenance should be involved in making decisions for determining the best and safest way to test the total system.
  • Page 132: Conduct A Dry Run

    Starting Up Your Control System 8. Conduct a Dry Run During all phases of checkout, station a person ready to ATTENTION operate an emergency-stop switch if necessary. The emergency-stop switch will de-energize the master control relay and remove power from the machine. This circuit must be hardwired only, it must not be programmed.
  • Page 133: Maintaining Your Control System

    Chapter Maintaining Your Control System This chapter covers the following maintenance issues: • Handling and storing battery, catalog number 1747-BA • Installing and replacing the battery of the SLC 5/01 or SLC 5/02 processor • Replacing your SLC 5/03, SLC 5/04, and SLC 5/05 battery •...
  • Page 134: Storing

    Maintaining Your Control System Storing Store the lithium batteries in a cool, dry environment, typically 20...25 °C (68...77 °F) and 40...60% relative humidity. Store the batteries and a copy of the battery instruction sheet in the original container, away from flammable materials. Transporting One or two batteries - Each battery contains 0.23 grams of lithium.
  • Page 135: Disposal

    Maintaining Your Control System Regulations for transportation of lithium batteries are IMPORTANT periodically revised. Refer to http://www.dot.gov for the latest shipping information. Disposal Do not incinerate or dispose of lithium batteries in general trash ATTENTION collection. Explosion or violent rupture is possible. Batteries should be collected for disposal in a manner to prevent against short circuiting, compacting, or destruction of case integrity and hermetic seal.
  • Page 136: Install And Replace The Battery Of The Slc 5/01 Or Slc

    Maintaining Your Control System Back-up power for RAM is provided by a replaceable battery. The Install and Replace the lithium battery provides back-up for approximately five years for the Battery of the SLC 5/01 or 1747-L511 processor and two years for the 1747-L514 and 1747-L524 SLC 5/02 Processor processor.
  • Page 137: Replace Your Slc 5/03, Slc 5/04, Or Slc 5/05 Battery

    To replace the lithium battery, follow these steps. Do not remove the processor from the SLC 500 chassis until all ATTENTION power is removed from the SLC 500 power supply.
  • Page 138: Replacing Retainer Clips On An I/O Module

    6. Plug the battery connector into the socket as shown in the figure on page 137. 7. Insert the module back into the SLC 500 chassis. 8. Restore power to the SLC 500 power supply. If it becomes necessary to replace the retainer clip (also called Replacing Retainer Clips on self-locking tab), order catalog number 1746-R15 (4 per package).
  • Page 139: Remove Damaged Retainer Clips

    Replace a Fuse on the the 1746-P1, 1746-P2, and 1746-P3 power supply). Power Supply 1. Remove power from the SLC 500 power supply. 2. Open the door on the power supply and use a fuse puller to remove the fuse.
  • Page 140 Maintaining Your Control System 3. Install a replacement fuse. See the figure below for fuse placement. POWER Fuse 3-Pin Jumper The exposed pins on the 3-pin jumper is electrically live. ATTENTION Contact with the pin may cause injury to personnel. Publication 1747-UM011G-EN-P - June 2008...
  • Page 141: Troubleshooting

    Chapter Troubleshooting In this chapter, you will learn about: • contacting Rockwell Automation for assistance. • tips for troubleshooting your control system. • troubleshooting the SLC 5/01 and SLC 5/02 processors. • troubleshooting the SLC 5/03, SLC 5/04, and SLC 5/05 processors.
  • Page 142: Tips For Troubleshooting Your Control System

    Allen-Bradley sales office or distributor for assistance. Removing Power Before working on a SLC 500 modular system, always remove the power supply input power at the main power disconnect switch. The power status indicator on the power supply indicates that dc power is being supplied to the chassis.
  • Page 143: Replacing Fuses

    Troubleshooting Replacing Fuses When replacing a fuse, be sure to remove all power from the ATTENTION system. Replacing a blown fuse can rarely restore power supply operation, requiring the power supply to be replaced. Program Alteration There are several causes of alteration to the user program, including extreme environmental conditions, Electromagnetic Interference (EMI), improper grounding, improper wiring connections, and unauthorized tampering.
  • Page 144: Identifying Slc 5/01 And Slc 5/02 Processor Errors

    Troubleshooting Identifying SLC 5/01 and SLC 5/02 Processor Errors The following status indicators and tables provide you with information regarding error messages, possible cause(s) for the error, and recommended action to resolve the error. SLC 5/01 and SLC 5/02 Processor Errors If the status indicators The following Probable Cause...
  • Page 145 Troubleshooting SLC 5/01 and SLC 5/02 Processor Errors If the status indicators The following Probable Cause Recommended Action indicate error exists • Power status indicator Processor not in Either improper 1. Verify selected processor mode. is on run mode mode selected or user program logic 2.
  • Page 146 1. Monitor Status File word S:6 for major error code. • All other status major fault indicators are off detected. 2. Refer to the SLC 500 Instruction Set Reference Manual, • Status of SLC 5/02 publication 1747-RM001, for error codes and additional Comm status indicator (erratic, repetitive troubleshooting information.
  • Page 147 Troubleshooting SLC 5/01 and SLC 5/02 Processor Errors If the status indicators The following Probable Cause Recommended Action indicate error exists • Power status indicator System does not User forced I/O is 1. Monitor program file on-line and identify forced I/O. is on operate per ladder disabling operation.
  • Page 148: Identifying Slc 5/02 Processor Communication Errors

    Troubleshooting Identifying SLC 5/02 Processor Communication Errors SLC 5/02 Processor Communication Errors If the status indicators The following Probable Cause Recommended Action indicate error exists • Power status indicator is The SLC 5/02 DH-485 1. Check communication parameters of programmer. processor is not communication Programmer and processor communication rate must match.
  • Page 149: Troubleshooting The Slc 5/03, Slc 5/04, And Slc 5/05 Processors

    Troubleshooting Between the time you apply power to an SLC 5/03, SLC 5/04, or Troubleshooting the SLC 5/05 processor and the communication are established via a SLC 5/03, SLC 5/04, and connected programming device, the only form of communication SLC 5/05 Processors between you and the processor is through the status indicator display.
  • Page 150: Identifying Slc 5/03, Slc 5/04, And Slc

    Troubleshooting can then use a programmer/operator interface device to change the processor mode. If you clear a processor fault using the keyswitch, the ATTENTION processor immediately enters the Run mode. Identifying SLC 5/03, SLC 5/04, and SLC 5/05 Processor Errors The following status indicators and tables provide you with information regarding error messages, possible cause(s) for the error, and recommended action to resolve the error.
  • Page 151 Troubleshooting SLC 5/03, SLC 5/04, and SLC 5/05 Processor Errors If the status indicators The following Probable Cause Recommended Action indicate error exists • FLT status indicator is Inadequate system Improper line Verify proper 120/240V power supply jumper selection. See power power voltage page 106.
  • Page 152 Troubleshooting SLC 5/03, SLC 5/04, and SLC 5/05 Processor Errors If the status indicators The following Probable Cause Recommended Action indicate error exists • Power status indicator System inoperable, User program logic 1. Monitor logic in Run mode and verify desired I/O status. is on no major CPU error.
  • Page 153 REM position): a. Monitor Status File word S:6 for major error code. b. Refer to your programming software documentation or the SLC 500 Instruction Set Reference Manual, publication 1747-RM001, for error codes and additional troubleshooting information. c. Remove hardware/software condition causing fault.
  • Page 154 Troubleshooting SLC 5/03, SLC 5/04, and SLC 5/05 Processor Errors If the status indicators The following Probable Cause Recommended Action indicate error exists • Power status indicator System does not User forced I/O is 1. Monitor program file on-line and identify forced I/O. is on operate per ladder disabling operation.
  • Page 155: Identifying Slc 5/03, Slc 5/04, And Slc 5/05 Processor Communication Errors

    Troubleshooting Identifying SLC 5/03, SLC 5/04, and SLC 5/05 Processor Communication Errors SLC 5/03. SLC 4/04, and SLC 5/05 Communication Errors If the status indicators The following Probable Cause Recommended Action indicate error exists • Power status indicator is Fatal error and no Inadequate system 1.
  • Page 156 Troubleshooting SLC 5/03. SLC 4/04, and SLC 5/05 Communication Errors If the status indicators The following Probable Cause Recommended Action indicate error exists • Power status indicator is The SLC 5/03 or DH-485 or DH+ 1. Check communication parameters of programmer. SLC 5/04 communication Programmer and processor communication rate must match.
  • Page 157 Troubleshooting SLC 5/03. SLC 4/04, and SLC 5/05 Communication Errors If the status indicators The following Probable Cause Recommended Action indicate error exists • Power status indicator is The processor is DH-485 1. Check communication parameters of programmer. trying to establish communication Programmer and processor communication rate must match.
  • Page 158 Troubleshooting SLC 5/03. SLC 4/04, and SLC 5/05 Communication Errors If the status indicators The following Probable Cause Recommended Action indicate error exists • Power status indicator is The processor is Channel is Check communication parameters of channel configuration. not transmitting configured for Also, refer to your programming software documentation.
  • Page 159: Identifying Processor Errors While Downloading An Operating System

    Without the jumper, the processors are write-protected. Do not place the jumper to the program position during normal processor use. Jumper Placement Catalog and Serial Number Label SLC 500 Place the operating CURRENT REQUIREMENTS: 1A @ 5 VDC PLACE OS UPGRADE LABEL HERE PROCESSOR UNIT...
  • Page 160 Troubleshooting Status Indicator The following Probable Cause Recommended Action error exists On Off Off On Off On Off NVRAM error Major hardware Cycle power and see if the error repeats itself. If the failure due to noise, error clears, you should be able to download the improper grounding, or operating system.
  • Page 161: Returning The Slc 5/03, Slc 5/04, And Slc 5/05 Processors To Initial Factory Conditions

    Follow this procedure to return the processor to initial factory conditions. 1. Remove power from the SLC 500 power supply. 2. Remove the processor from the chassis. 3. Disconnect the battery by removing the battery connector from its socket.
  • Page 162 Troubleshooting SLC 5/03 (1747-L531, 1747-L532 and 1747-L533) Processors Keyswitch Mother Board Right Side View SLC 5/04 (1747-L541, 1747-L542, and 1747-L543) SLC 5/05 (1747-L551, 1747-L552, and 1747-L553) Processors Keyswitch GND VBB Mother Board Right Side View Publication 1747-UM011G-EN-P - June 2008...
  • Page 163: Troubleshooting Your Input Modules

    Troubleshooting The following will assist you in troubleshooting your input modules. Troubleshooting Your Input Modules Input Circuit Operation An input circuit responds to an input signal in the following manner. 1. An input filter removes false signals due to contact bounce or electrical interference.
  • Page 164: Troubleshooting Your Input Modules

    Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Your Input Modules If your input And your input Probable Cause Recommended Action circuit status device is indicator is On/closed/activated Your input device will not Device is shorted or Verify device operation. Replace turn off. damaged. device. Your program operates as Input circuit is Verify proper wiring.
  • Page 165: Troubleshooting Your Output Modules

    Troubleshooting The following will assist you in troubleshooting your output modules. Troubleshooting Your Output Modules Output Circuit Operation An output circuit controls the output signal in the following manner. 1. Logic circuits determine the output status. 2. An output status indicator indicates the status of the output signal.
  • Page 166: Troubleshooting Your Output Modules

    Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Your Output Modules If your And your output Probable Cause Recommended Action Output device is Circuit status indicator On/energized Your program Programming problem. Check for duplicate outputs and addresses using the indicates that the search function. output circuit is off or the output If using subroutines, outputs are left in their last state circuit will not...
  • Page 167 Troubleshooting If your And your output Probable Cause Recommended Action Output device is Circuit status indicator On/energized Your output Output device is Check specifications. device will not incompatible. turn off and the Output circuit off-state Check specifications. Use load resistor to bleed off program leakage current may leakage current.
  • Page 168 Troubleshooting Notes: Publication 1747-UM011G-EN-P - June 2008...
  • Page 169: Replacement Parts

    SLC 500 controller when using personal computer interface software. This cable is also used to connect the Hand-held Terminal to the SLC 500 controller and to connect the Data Table Access Module to the SLC 500 controller.
  • Page 170: Cable Connectivity Summary

    Description Cat. No. RJ45 to 6-Pin Phoenix Connector Communication Cable - This 3 m (9.8 ft) cable is used to connect the SLC 500 fixed, 1761-CBL-AS03 SLC 5/01, SLC 5/02, and SLC 5/03 processor RJ45 port to port 3 of the 1761-NET-AIC advanced interface converter.
  • Page 171: Replacement Terminal Blocks

    DH-485 Link Coupler, catalog number 1747-AIC and Advanced Interface Converter, catalog number 1761-NET-AIC Replacement Terminal Block - used with SLC 500 Remote I/O Adapter module, catalog number 1747-ASB 1746-RT31 Replacement Terminal Block - used with Thermocouple/mV module, catalog number 1746-NT4 1746-RT32 Replacement Terminal Block - 3-position DH+ connector;...
  • Page 172 Replacement Parts Description Cat. No. Modular Card Slot Fillers - Two fillers per package. Orders must be for multiples of two. 1746-N2 Connector - Mating connector for 32-point user-made cable. 1746-N3 Kit consisting of 4 replacement terminal covers and labels for 4, 8, 16 I/O modules. 1746-R9 Replacement Covers and Labels - Two covers per package.
  • Page 173 1746-OB16E module 1746-RL72 Lithium Battery Assembly. This is an optional part used for the SLC 500 fixed and modular hardware style processors 1747-BA and the Hand-held Terminal. Refer to product documentation for proper storage and handling instructions. For disposal information, consult your nearest Rockwell Automation Sales Office.
  • Page 174 Replacement Parts Notes: Publication 1747-UM011G-EN-P - June 2008...
  • Page 175: Specifications

    Appendix Specifications This appendix provides the specifications for the SLC 500 processors as well as the SLC power supplies. The table below lists SLC 500 system test specifications. SLC 500 System General Specifications Attribute Value Industry Standard Temperature, operating 0 °C...60 °C (32 °F...140 °F)
  • Page 176: Processor General Specifications

    Specifications The table below lists general specifications for SLC 500 modular processors. Processor General Specifications Attribute (1747-) SLC 5/01 SLC 5/02 SLC 5/03 SLC 5/04 SLC 5/05 L524 L531 L533 L541 L542 L543 L551 L552 L553 L511 L514 L532 Program memory...
  • Page 177: Power Supply Specifications

    See the Product Certification link at http://ab.com for Declarations of Conformity, Certificates, and other certification details. SLC 5/04 processors manufactured prior to April 2002 draw 200 mA at 24V dc. Check your label to verify your processor’s current draw. This section provides specifications for the SLC 500 power supplies. Power Supply...
  • Page 178 Specifications Attribute Value 1746-P1 1746-P2 1746-P3 1746-P4 20 ms (full load) 5 ms (full load) 20 ms (full load) CPU hold-up time 3000 ms (no load) 1000 ms (no load) 3000 ms (no load) Certification UL Listed Industrial Control Equipment for Class I, UL Listed Industrial Control (when product is marked) Division 2, Groups A, B, C, D Hazardous Locations...
  • Page 179: 1746-P5, 1746-P6, And 1746-P7 Power Supplies

    Specifications 1746-P5, 1746-P6, and 1746-P7 Power Supplies Attribute Value 1746-P5 1746-P6 1746-P7 Line voltage 90-146V dc 30-60V dc 10-30V dc Typical line power requirement 85VA 100VA 12V dc input: 50VA 24V dc input: 75VA Inrush current, max 20 A (required for turn-on) Internal current capacity 5 A at 5V dc 12V dc input:...
  • Page 180 Specifications Publication 1747-UM011G-EN-P - June 2008...
  • Page 181: Setting Up The Dh-485 Network

    Setting Up the DH-485 Network The information in this appendix will help you plan, install, and operate the SLC 500 processor in a DH-485 network. This chapter also contains information that describes the DH-485 network functions, network architecture, and performance characteristics. It also covers: •...
  • Page 182: Dh-485 Network Protocol

    Setting Up the DH-485 Network a chance to initiate message transfers. To determine which initiator has the right to transmit, a token passing algorithm is used. A node holding the token can send any valid packet onto the DH-485 Network Protocol network.
  • Page 183: Devices That Use The Dh-485 Network

    Setting Up the DH-485 Network The following SLC 500 devices support the DH-485 network. Devices that Use the DH-485 Network • SLC 500 fixed I/O controller (responder) • SLC 5/01 modular I/O controller (responder) • SLC 5/02 modular I/O controller (initiator/responder) •...
  • Page 184: 1747-Aic Isolated Link Coupler For Dh-485

    Setting Up the DH-485 Network The isolated link coupler, catalog number 1747-AIC, is used to 1747-AIC Isolated Link connect SLC 500 family devices to the DH-485 network. The coupler Coupler for DH-485 provides a 6-position removable terminal block for connection to the DH-485 communication cable.
  • Page 185: 1747-Uic Usb To Dh-485 Interface Converter

    Setting Up the DH-485 Network The 1747-UIC interface lets you connect DH-485 devices directly to a 1747-UIC USB to DH-485 computer’s USB port. It features an RS-232 port for connection to Interface Converter SLC 5/03 and later processors, MicroLogix processor, PanelView 300 and later terminals, 1761-NET-AIC+ interface, and Logix controllers, as well as an RS-485 port for connection to SLC 5/03 and lower processors, PanelView 300 and later terminals, and 1747-AIC interface.
  • Page 186 Setting Up the DH-485 Network Connecting to the RS-485 Port Personal Computer with PanelView 300 and later USB Port Operator Interface SLC 500 Fixed Controller USB (DF1) DH485 USB to DH485 INTERFACE CONVERTER 1747-UIC LISTED IND. CONT. EQ. FOR HAZ.
  • Page 187: Example System Configuration

    Setting Up the DH-485 Network Below is an example of a DH-485 network. Example System Configuration Personal Computer Personal Computer SLC 5/03, 5/04, or 5/05 Modular Controller SLC 500 20-Point Fixed Controller with 2-Slot 1747-PIC or Expansion Chassis 1747-UIC Interface 1747-AIC Converter...
  • Page 188: Configuring The Slc 5/03, Slc 5/04, And Slc 5/05 Channel 0 For Dh485 Protocol

    Setting Up the DH-485 Network Configuring the SLC 5/03, SLC 5/04, and SLC 5/05 Channel 0 for DH485 Protocol The RS-232 port (channel 0) of the SLC 5/03, SLC 5/04, and SLC 5/05 processor can be configured for DH485 protocol. Refer to your programming software user manual for software configuration information.
  • Page 189: Important Planning Considerations

    Setting Up the DH-485 Network Carefully plan your network configuration before installing any Important Planning hardware. Listed below are some of the factors that can affect system Considerations performance: • Amount of electrical noise, temperature, and humidity in the network environment •...
  • Page 190 Setting Up the DH-485 Network Planning Cable Routes Follow these guidelines to help protect the communication cable from electrical interference. • Keep the communication cable at least 1.52 m (5 ft) from any electric motors, transformers, rectifiers, generators, arc welders, induction furnaces, or sources of microwave radiation.
  • Page 191: Software Considerations

    Setting Node Addresses The best network performance occurs when node addresses start at 0 and are assigned in sequential order. SLC 500 processors default to node address 1. The node address is stored in the processor status file (S:15L). Processors cannot be node 0. Also, initiators such as personal computers should be assigned the lowest numbered addresses to minimize the time required to initialize the network.
  • Page 192 SLC 500 fixed and SLC 5/01 processors can be selected by two initiators maximum at the same time. Using more than two initiators to select the same SLC 500 fixed and SLC 5/01 processors at the same time can cause communication timeouts.
  • Page 193: Installing The Dh-485 Network

    Setting Up the DH-485 Network To install a DH-485 network, you will need tools to strip the shielded Installing the DH-485 cable and to attach the cable and terminators to the Isolated Link Network Coupler. Install the DH-485 network using the following tools (or equivalent). Description Part Number Manufacturer...
  • Page 194: Link Coupler

    Setting Up the DH-485 Network strain on the connector. Allow enough extra cable to prevent chafing and kinking in the cable. Belden #3106A or #9842 Cable Belden #3106A or Belden #3106A or #9842 Cable #9842 Cable Link Coupler Link Coupler Link Coupler 1747-AIC 1747-AIC...
  • Page 195 Setting Up the DH-485 Network Single Cable Connection Orange with White Stripes 6 Termination White with Orange Stripes Belden #3106A or #9842 3 Common 2 Shield Shrink Tubing 1 Chassis Recommended Ground Blue (#3106A) or Blue with Drain Wire White Stripes (#9842) Multiple Cable Connection to Previous Device to Successive Device...
  • Page 196: Powering The Link Coupler

    Setting Up the DH-485 Network Grounding and Terminating the DH-485 Network Only one of the link couplers at the end of the link must have Terminals 1 and 2 of the network connector jumpered together. This provides an earth ground connection for the shield of the communication cable.
  • Page 197 Setting Up the DH-485 Network Below are three options for externally powering the 1747-AIC interface. • If the link coupler is to be installed in an office environment, you can use the 1747-NP1 wall mount power supply or 1747-NP2 global desktop power supply. The link coupler would be powered through either the 1747-C10 cable or by hardwiring from the supply to the screw terminals on the link coupler.
  • Page 198 In addition, if an SLC 500 controller powers a link coupler that is connected to the DH-485 network, network activity will not be disrupted should the SLC 500 controller be removed from the link coupler. Publication 1747-UM011G-EN-P - June 2008...
  • Page 199: Installing And Attaching The Link Couplers

    Installing and Attaching the Link Couplers • When installing the link coupler in an enclosure, use care so that the cable connecting the SLC 500 controller to the link coupler does not hit the enclosure door. • Carefully plug the terminal block into the DH-485 port on the link coupler you are putting on the network.
  • Page 200: Publication 1747-Um011G-En-P - June

    Setting Up the DH-485 Network Notes: Publication 1747-UM011G-EN-P - June 2008...
  • Page 201: Rs-232 Communication Interface

    • RS-232 communication interface overview. • SLC 5/03, SLC 5/04, and SLC 5/05 processors and RS-232 communication. • SLC 500 devices that support RS-232 communication. • DF1 protocol and the SLC 5/03, SLC 5/04, and SLC 5/05 processors. • Modbus RTU Master communication.
  • Page 202: Communication

    RS-232 Communication Interface The RS-232 channel on the SLC 5/03, SLC 5/04, and SLC 5/05 processors supports various protocols: • Full-duplex DF1 (default) • Half-duplex DF1 (SCADA) • DH-485 • ASCII communication • DF1 radio modem • Modbus RTU Master The SLC and PLC products detailed in this appendix that communicate over the RS-232 communication interface also use the DF1 serial communication protocol.
  • Page 203: Slc 500 Devices That Support Rs-232 Communication

    RS-232 Communication Interface The SLC 500 product line has two other modules, aside from the SLC 5/03, SLC 500 Devices that SLC 5/04, and SLC 5/05 processors, that support the RS-232 communication Support RS-232 interface. They are the 1746-BAS BASIC module and the 1747-KE Communication DH-485/RS-232C interface.
  • Page 204: Df1 Protocol And The Slc 5/03, Slc 5/04, And Slc

    RS-232 Communication Interface DF1 protocol combines data transparency (ANSI - American National DF1 Protocol and the SLC Standards Institute - specification subcategory D1) and 2-way 5/03, SLC 5/04, and SLC 5/05 simultaneous transmission with embedded responses (F1). It is also a Processors peer-to-peer, link-layer protocol.
  • Page 205: Full-Duplex (Point-To-Point)

    Otherwise, the slave sends a simple two-byte response, so that the master knows that it is active. Several Allen-Bradley products support half-duplex master protocol. They include the Enhanced PLC-5 processors, and SLC 5/03, SLC 5/04, and SLC 5/05 processors.
  • Page 206 RS-232 Communication Interface instruction for all channel 0 system mode drivers and for channel 1 (DH-485) on the SLC 5/03 processor. Broadcast is not supported for read commands or any remote messages. Broadcast is also not supported by the SLC 5/04 channel 1 DH+ network or the SLC 5/05 channel 1 Ethernet network.
  • Page 207: Df1 Radio Modem Channel 0 Driver

    RS-232 Communication Interface DF1 Radio Modem Channel 0 Driver Series C FRN 6 (FRN C/6) and later versions of operating systems OS302 (SLC 5/03 processor), OS401 (SLC 5/04 processor) and OS501 (SLC 5/05 processor) include a channel 0 system mode driver called DF1 radio modem.
  • Page 208 RS-232 Communication Interface Channel O Configuration The Baud, Parity, Stop Bits and Error Detection selections are identical to the other DF1 drivers. Valid Node Addresses are 0...254, just like the DF1 half-duplex drivers. The primary advantage of using DF1 radio modem protocol for radio modem networks is in transmission efficiency.
  • Page 209 RS-232 Communication Interface DF1 Radio Modem System Limitations The following questions need to be answered in order to determine if you can implement the new DF1 radio modem driver in your radio modem network. • Are all of the devices SLC 5/03, 5/04 or 5/05 processors? If so, then they must all be at operating system FRN C/6 or later in order to be configured with the DF1 radio modem driver using RSLogix 500 version 5.50 or later software.
  • Page 210: Modbus Rtu Master Communication

    Communication values. For an overview of the Modbus RTU Master protocol modem, refer to the SLC 500 Instruction Set Reference Manual (1747-RM001). ASCII protocol lets you connect the SLC 5/03, SLC 5/04, and SLC 5/05 ASCII Communication processors to serial printers, personal computers, and other third-party devices.
  • Page 211: Wiring Connectors For Rs-232 Communication

    DTE connected. To connect Allen-Bradley devices with other devices over RS-232, you must Wiring Connectors for wire the cable connectors so that communication can occur through the RS-232 Communication cabling, which provide the interface between devices.
  • Page 212: Dce Pinout

    RS-232 Communication Interface DTE 9 Pinout Signal is Equivalent Equivalent DTE 15 Pinout DTE 25 Pinout Description RTS Request to Send Output CTS Clear to Send Input NC No Connection Input 22 (RI Ring Indicator) DCE Pinout Devices such as a modem are DCE. The pinouts on these terminals are wired to interface with DTE.
  • Page 213: Pin Assignments For Wiring Connectors

    RS-232 Communication Interface Pin Assignments for Wiring Connectors Use the following pin assignments to wire the connectors of Allen-Bradley control devices with modems and peripheral devices that support RS-232 communication. See the table below to find the wiring diagram that you need.
  • Page 214 RS-232 Communication Interface Personal Computer to SLC 5/03, SLC 5/04, or SLC 5/05 Processor, 1770-KF3 Module, or PLC-5 Processor (Hardware Handshaking Disabled) Modem 9-Pin 25-Pin 25-Pin 9-Pin (1) You can also use the 1747-CP3 cable. (2) Jumpers are only needed if you cannot disable the hardware handshaking on the port. (3) Connect to the shield of the cable.
  • Page 215 RS-232 Communication Interface SLC 5/03, SLC 5/04, or SLC 5/05 Processor to another SLC 5/03, SLC 5/04, or SLC 5/05 Processor, Personal Computer, 1770-KF3 Module, or PLC-5 Processor (Hardware Handshaking Disabled) Peripheral Device 9-Pin 25-Pin 9-Pin 5/03 (1) You can also use the 1747-CP3 cable. (2) Jumpers are only needed if you cannot disable the hardware handshaking on the port.
  • Page 216 RS-232 Communication Interface 1747-KE Module to a Modem (Hardware Handshaking Enabled) Peripheral Device 9-Pin 25-Pin 9-Pin 1747-KE (1) Connect to the shield of the cable. 1747-KE Module to a SLC 5/03, SLC 5/04, or SLC 5/05 Processor, Personal Computer, 1770-KF3 Module, or PLC-5 Processor (Hardware Handshaking Disabled) Peripheral 9-Pin...
  • Page 217 RS-232 Communication Interface 1746-BAS Module to a Modem (Hardware Handshaking Enabled) Peripheral 25-Pin 9-Pin Device 9-Pin 1746-BAS (1) Connect to the shield of the cable. 1746-BAS Module to a SLC 5/03, SLC 5/04, or SLC 5/05 Processor, Personal Computer, 1770-KF3 Module, or PLC-5 Processor (Hardware Handshaking Disabled) Peripheral 9-Pin...
  • Page 218 RS-232 Communication Interface 2760-RB Module to a Modem (Hardware Handshaking Enabled) Modem 9-Pin 25-Pin 25-Pin 2760-RB (1) Connect the shield of the cable to the GND pin on one end only. Leave the other end open. 2760-RB Module to a SLC 5/03, SLC 5/04, or SLC 5/05 Processor, Personal Computer, 1770-KF3 Module, or PLC-5 Processor (Hardware Handshaking Disabled) Peripheral...
  • Page 219 RS-232 Communication Interface PLC-5 Processor (Channel 0) to a Modem (Hardware Handshaking Enabled) Modem 9-Pin 25-Pin 25-Pin PLC-5, CH0 (1) Connect to the shield of the cable. PLC-5 Processor (Channel 0) to a SLC 5/03, SLC 5/04, or SLC 5/05 Processor, Personal Computer, 1770-KF3 Module, PLC-5 Processor, 1747-KE Module, or 1746-BAS Module (Hardware Handshaking Disabled) Peripheral...
  • Page 220: Applications For The Rs-232 Communication Interface

    RS-232 Communication Interface The figures below illustrate different applications for the RS-232 Applications for the RS-232 communication interface. Communication Interface DF1 Full-duplex Peer-to-peer Modem Modem SLC 5/03 Modular Controller SLC 5/03 Modular Controller Half-duplex with Slave-to-slave Routing The 1747-KE module does not support slave-to-slave transfers. IMPORTANT WINtelligent Linx or RSLinx Running DF1 Half-duplex...
  • Page 221: Setting Up The Dh+ Network

    Since this method does not require polling, it helps provide Overview time-efficient reliable data transport. The DH+ features: • remote programming of PLC-2, PLC-3, PLC-5 and SLC 500 processors on your network. • direct connections to PLC-5 processors and industrial programming terminals.
  • Page 222: Slc 5/04 Processors And Dh+ Communication

    Setting Up the DH+ Network The SLC 5/04 processors let you operate DH+ communication protocol by SLC 5/04 Processors and means of the DH+ communication channel 1. The SLC 5/04 processors also DH+ Communication support DF1 full-duplex protocol, DF1 half-duplex master and slave protocol, ASCII, or DH-485 via its RS-232 port, channel 0.
  • Page 223 Setting Up the DH+ Network Channel 1 Location SLC 5/04 CPU FORCE BATT RS232 PROG Channel 1 Publication 1747-UM011G-EN-P - June 2008...
  • Page 224: Wiring Connectors For Dh+ Communication For Slc

    Setting Up the DH+ Network To connect Allen-Bradley devices with other devices over DH+ , you must wire Wiring Connectors for DH+ the 3-pin cable connectors so that communication can occur through the Communication for SLC 5/04 cabling. Each device requires its own node address.
  • Page 225: Minimizing Noise

    Setting Up the DH+ Network Minimizing Noise To minimize the affect of noise on the SLC 5/04 processor, ground the cable shields to earth via 0.01μF capacitors as shown in the DH+ wiring example below. Only directly ground the shield at one point on the network. PROG BATT PROC...
  • Page 226: Typical Dh+ Network Configuration

    The following figure illustrates a possible configuration for the SLC 5/04 Typical DH+ Network processor on a DH+ network. You can also use an SLC 500, SLC 5/01, SLC Configuration 5/02, SLC 5/03, or SLC 5/05 processor in place of the SLC 5/04 processor on the DH+ network if the 1785-KA5 card is used with a PLC-5 processor.
  • Page 227: Power Supply Worksheet

    Appendix Power Supply Worksheet Use the table below to calculate the power supply loading for each Power Supply Loading chassis in your SLC modular application. Hardware Component Cat. No. Maximum Current (A) at 5V dc at 24V dc Processors 0.090 1747-L511 0.090 1747-L514...
  • Page 228 Power Supply Worksheet Hardware Component Cat. No. Maximum Current (A) at 5V dc at 24V dc Digital Output Modules 0.185 1746-OA8 0.370 1746-OA16 0.370 1746-OAP12 0.046 1746-OB6EI 0.135 1746-OB8 0.280 1746-OB16 0.135 1746-OB16E 0.190 1746-OB32 0.190 1746-OB32E 0.135 1746-OBP8 0.250 1746-OBP16 0.180 1746-OG16...
  • Page 229 Power Supply Worksheet Hardware Component Cat. No. Maximum Current (A) at 5V dc at 24V dc Specialty Modules 0.150 1746-BAS (-T) 0.040 1.000 1746-BLM 0.110 0.085 1746-BTM 0.320 1746-HSCE 0.250 1746-HSCE2 0.300 1746-HSRV 0.300 1746-HSTP1 0.110 0.085 1746-INT4 0.050 0.050 1746-NR4 0.100 0.055...
  • Page 230: Blank Worksheet

    Power Supply Worksheet Blank Worksheet Procedure 1. For each slot of the chassis that contains a module, list the slot number, the catalog number of the module, and its 5V and 24V maximum currents. Also include the power consumption of any peripheral devices that may be connected to the processor other than a 1747-DTAM or 1747-PIC interface-the power consumption of these devices is accounted for in the power consumption of the processor.
  • Page 231: Allen-Bradley Remote I/O Network

    I/O, operator interface terminals, push-button panels, I/O blocks, message displays, and drives to be great distances from the host PLC processor. The SLC 500 fixed, SLC 5/01, SLC 5/02, SLC 5/03, SLC 5/04, or SLC 5/05 processors can interface to this network through the 1747-DCM module for distributed control.
  • Page 232: Remote I/O Passthru

    Control Networks Remote I/O Network 1747-SN Module 1771 Remote I/O Network 1747-ASB Module 1747-ASB Module Block I/O PanelView Operator Terminal Each 1747-SN scanner supports 4 logical racks of 256 I/O each per logical rack. If large amounts of data need to be transferred to a device such as a PanelView operator interface, the 1747-SN series B scanner supports block transfer of up to 64 words of data.
  • Page 233: Devicenet Network

    A DeviceNet network connects plant floor devices directly to the control DeviceNet Network system (for example, SLC 500 controller) reducing the number of I/O interfaces and wiring associated with a typical hard-wired solution. The DeviceNet communication network is a completely open device network and has the support of industry’s leading sensor, actuator, and control...
  • Page 234: The 1761-Net-Dni Devicenet Interface

    Control Networks DeviceNet Network 1747-SDN Scanner 1770-KFD Interface SLC 5/02 or later Personal processor Computer with RS-232 RSNetworx for cable DeviceNet DeviceNet Network Software Flex I/O Controller RediSTATION Panel DeviceNet Devices 1305 Drive The 1761-NET-DNI DeviceNet Interface The DeviceNet Interface (DNI) is an intelligent DeviceNet-to-DF1 protocol conversion device that let existing DF1 devices communicate on DeviceNet network.
  • Page 235: Devicenet Network Length

    Control Networks 1747-SDN Scanner SLC 5/03 or later processor Master/Slave I/O Peer-to-Peer Messaging DeviceNet Network Node 3 Personal Computer with RSLogix500 and/or RSNetWorx for DeviceNet DNI Module Node 1 MicroLogix Controller Node 2 DeviceNet Network Length The DeviceNet network lengths are listed below. Network Length Communication Rate 100 m (328.08 ft)
  • Page 236: Controlnet Network

    Control Networks ControlNet systems are designed to: ControlNet Network • provide high-speed, repeatable, deterministic I/O transmission. • let control and message information co-exist on the same physical media. • make sure that I/O data transfers are not affected by programming terminal activity or interscanner message activity on the network.
  • Page 237: Slc 5/05 Processors And Ethernet Communication

    Appendix Communicating with Devices on an Ethernet Network This appendix: • describes SLC 5/05 processors and Ethernet communication. • describes SLC 5/05 performance considerations. • describes Ethernet network connections and media. • explains how the SLC 5/05 establishes node connections. •...
  • Page 238: Slc 5/05 Performance Considerations

    Communicating with Devices on an Ethernet Network Communication Channels SLC 5/05 CPU FORCE ENET BATT RS232 PROG Channel 1 Ethernet (10Base-T) Channel 0 RS-232 (DH485, DF1, or ASCII) Actual performance of an SLC 5/05 processor varies according to: SLC 5/05 Performance Considerations •...
  • Page 239: The Ethernet Network

    Communicating with Devices on an Ethernet Network The SLC 5/05 Ethernet connector conforms to ISO/IEC 8802-3 STD SLC 5/05 Processor and 802.3 and utilizes 10/100Base-T media. Connections are made directly Personal Computer from the SLC 5/05 to an Ethernet hub. The network setup is simple Connections to the Ethernet and cost effective.
  • Page 240: Ethernet Channel 1 8-Pin 10Base-T Connector

    Communicating with Devices on an Ethernet Network Ethernet Channel 1 8-pin 10Base-T Connector The Ethernet connector is an RJ45, 10Base-T connector. The pin-out for the connector is shown below. Pin Name not used by 10BASE-T not used by 10BASE-T not used by 10BASE-T not used by 10BASE-T When to use straight-through and cross-over pin-out: •...
  • Page 241: Configuring The Ethernet Channel On The Slc 5/05 Processor

    Communicating with Devices on an Ethernet Network In order to send an outgoing message, the SLC 5/05 processor must first establish a connection with the destination node at a specified IP address on the Ethernet network. A connection is established when a MSG instruction executes and no previous connection exists.
  • Page 242: Configuration Using Rslogix 500 Programming Software

    Communicating with Devices on an Ethernet Network Configuration Parameters Parameter Description Default Status Diagnostic File The file number of the diagnostic counter for this channel. A Diagnostic File Number value read/write Number of zero means that no diagnostics file has been configured for this channel. The Diagnostic File Number must be an integer within the limits of 7, 9...255.
  • Page 243 (disabled), the SLC 5/05 processor uses the existing channel configuration data. If BOOTP is disabled, or no BOOTP server exists on the network, IMPORTANT you must use SLC 500 programming software to enter/change the IP address for each processor. Publication 1747-UM011G-EN-P - June 2008...
  • Page 244: Use The Rockwell Bootp Utility

    Communicating with Devices on an Ethernet Network Use the Rockwell BOOTP Utility The Rockwell BOOTP utility is a standalone program that incorporates the functionality of standard BOOTP software with a user-friendly graphical interface. You can download it from www.ab.com/networks/bootp.html. The device must have BOOTP enabled (factory default) to use the utility.
  • Page 245: Using Dchp Software To Configure Your Processor

    Communicating with Devices on an Ethernet Network The device will be added to the Relation List, displaying the Ethernet Address (MAC) and corresponding IP Address, Subnet Mask, and Gateway (if applicable). DHCP software automatically assigns IP addresses to client stations Using DCHP Software To logging onto a TCP/IP network.
  • Page 246: Using Subnet Masks And Gateways

    Communicating with Devices on an Ethernet Network Configure subnet masks and gateways by using the Ethernet channel Using Subnet Masks and 1 configuration screen. Gateways If BOOTP is enabled, you can’t change any of the advanced IMPORTANT Ethernet communication characteristics. If your network is divided into subnetworks that use gateways or routers, you must indicate the following information when configuring channel 1.
  • Page 247: Manually Configuring Channel 1 For Processors On Subnets

    Communicating with Devices on an Ethernet Network Manually Configuring Channel 1 for Processors on Subnets If you are manually configuring channel 1 for a processor on a subnet, deselect BOOTP Enable option by unchecking that checkbox. See the table below to configure the subnet mask and gateway address fields for each processor via your programming software.
  • Page 248: Slc 5/05 Processor Embedded Web Server Capability

    Communicating with Devices on an Ethernet Network SLC 5/05 processors with OS501, Series C, FRN 6 (or later) include not SLC 5/05 Processor only the embedded web server (introduced in FRN 5), which allows Embedded Web Server viewing of module information, TCP/IP configuration, and diagnostic Capability information, but an enhanced version that also allows viewing of the data table memory map, data table monitor screen, and user-provided...
  • Page 249: Module Information

    Communicating with Devices on an Ethernet Network Module Information The module information page displays a table with information about the processor. The specific information displayed includes the processor model, series/revision of the processor, mode of the processor and the name of the program in the processor. Also displayed is the revision/build of the Ethernet firmware and the module uptime (time since power was last applied).
  • Page 250: Diagnostic Information

    It is divided into two sections, the Network Stack Statistics and Application Level Statistics. The Network Stack Statistics detail information about the TCP/IP stack, while the Application Level Statistics are related to the Allen-Bradley Client Server Protocol (CSP) and Control and Information Protocol (CIP) diagnostics.
  • Page 251: Data Table Memory Map

    Communicating with Devices on an Ethernet Network Data Table Memory Map The Data Table Memory Map page displays a list of the data table files, their type, and size in elements for a connected SLC 5/05 processor. Each file contains a hyperlink that takes you to the specific Data Table Monitor page for that file.
  • Page 252: Data Table Monitor

    Communicating with Devices on an Ethernet Network Press Prev or Next to display the previous or next page of the data table file, if any. You can change the Data Table Address, Display format and Refresh data every xx seconds fields by entering data in the text boxes and clicking Change Parameters.
  • Page 253: User Provided Pages

    Communicating with Devices on an Ethernet Network User Provided Pages You can use a text editor to generate up to 16 user-provided web pages. Each page is stored in four consecutive ASCII files of the SLC 5/05 processor. The channel configuration feature of RSLogix 500 software (version 6.0 or later), lets you select the starting file number and the number of user pages to be stored.
  • Page 254 Communicating with Devices on an Ethernet Network the data table location and optional formatting information. Use the following format for the custom tag: The items surrounded by {} are sometimes optional. The items surrounded by [] are always optional. You must always specify the basic file reference.
  • Page 255 Communicating with Devices on an Ethernet Network HTML Code Examples HTML Code Web browser displays Input image word I:0 the value of the first word of the input image table in the default format of decimal with bold type. Timer T4:0 ...
  • Page 256 Communicating with Devices on an Ethernet Network Generating Custom Data Table Monitor Pages You can generate Custom Data Table Monitor pages with your text editor then download them to the SLC 5/05 processor using RSLogix 500 version 6.0 or later. The first element of the file must contain a special tag as follows: ...
  • Page 257 Communicating with Devices on an Ethernet Network Tag Elements Tag Item Description #elements If not specified, this defaults to one. If it is less than one, also defaults to one. Each element is output using the same format (whether specified with %format or defaulted). Any associated comment is displayed only for the first element.
  • Page 258 Communicating with Devices on an Ethernet Network 8. When all user page files have been imported, go online with your SLC 5/05 processor. 9. Select the User provided Pages link to view the User Provided Pages menu. Click the User Provided Page #X to display that specific page. You can change the radix display of I, O, S, and N file addresses, which appear with an underline.
  • Page 259 Communicating with Devices on an Ethernet Network 1. Go back to the User-Provided Custom Data Table Monitor page. 2. In the Address column, click + before an address to display the Sample Extended Format. Click the link under the file heading to display an ASCII dump of the ASCII file.
  • Page 260 Communicating with Devices on an Ethernet Network Notes: Publication 1747-UM011G-EN-P - June 2008...
  • Page 261: Definition Of Key Terms

    Appendix Calculating Heat Dissipation for the SLC 500 Control System This appendix will assist you in calculating the heat dissipation of your SLC 500 controller. It consists of: • a definition of key term. • a table and graph. • an example heat dissipation calculation.
  • Page 262: Calculated Watts Vs. Total Watts

    Calculating Heat Dissipation for the SLC 500 Control System Calculated Watts vs. Total Watts You calculate maximum heat dissipation by using one of these methods. • Calculated watts method • Total watts method Use calculated watts if you know exactly how many outputs and inputs on each card are active at any given time.
  • Page 263: Power Supply Loading Reference Table

    Calculating Heat Dissipation for the SLC 500 Control System Power Supply Loading Reference Table Use the table to calculate the power supply loading and heat dissipation for each chassis in your SLC modular application. Hardware Cat. No. Watts per Point...
  • Page 264 Calculating Heat Dissipation for the SLC 500 Control System Hardware Cat. No. Watts per Point Minimum Watts Total Watts Component Digital Output Modules 1.000 0.925 9.00 1746-OA8 0.462 1.850 9.30 1746-OA16 1.000 1.850 10.85 1746-OAP12 0.440 0.230 2.90 1746-OB6EI 0.775 0.675...
  • Page 265 Calculating Heat Dissipation for the SLC 500 Control System Hardware Cat. No. Watts per Point Minimum Watts Total Watts Component Specialty Modules 3.750 3.800 1746-BAS 5.00 5.00 1746-BLM 2.59 2.59 1746-BTM 1.600 1.600 1746-HSCE 1.25 1.25 1746-HSCE2 1.50 1.50 1746-HSRV 1.50...
  • Page 266: Power Supply Heat Dissipation Graphs

    Calculating Heat Dissipation for the SLC 500 Control System Power Supply Heat Dissipation Graphs Use the graphs below for determining the power supply dissipation in step 2 of the Example Worksheet for Calculating Heat Dissipation. 1746-P1 Power Supply Change in Power...
  • Page 267: Example Heat Dissipation Calculation

    Slot User Power to Peripheral The following table details the total watts dissipated by the modules and peripheral devices in the above SLC 500 controller. The numbers were taken from the tables on page 263. Chassis 1 Chassis 2 Slot Number Cat.
  • Page 268: Example Worksheet

    Calculating Heat Dissipation for the SLC 500 Control System Example Worksheet Procedure for calculating the total heat dissipation for the controller 1. Write in the total watts dissipated by the processor, I/O, and speciality modules, and any peripheral devices attached to the processor.
  • Page 269: Blank Worksheet

    Calculating Heat Dissipation for the SLC 500 Control System Blank Worksheet Procedure for calculating the total heat dissipation for the controller 1. Write in the total watts dissipated by the processor, I/O, and speciality modules, and any peripheral devices attached to the processor.
  • Page 270: Publication 1747-Um011G-En-P - June

    Calculating Heat Dissipation for the SLC 500 Control System Notes: Publication 1747-UM011G-EN-P - June 2008...
  • Page 271 Glossary We use the following terms throughout this manual. Refer to the Allen-Bradley Industrial Automation Glossary, publication AG-7.1, for a complete guide to Allen-Bradley technical terms. address A character string that uniquely identifies a memory location. For example, I:1/0 is the memory address for data in Input file word 1, bit...
  • Page 272 Glossary Boolean operators Logical operators such as AND, OR, NAND, NOR, NOT, and Exclusive-OR that can be used singularly or in combination to form logic statements or circuits. Can have an output response of T or F. BOOTP (Bootstrap Protocol) A low-level protocol that provides configuration information to other nodes on a TCP/IP network with DOS, Microsoft Windows, Windows NT, Windows 9x, VMS, and HP-UNIX platforms.
  • Page 273 Glossary controller A device, such as a programmable controller, used to control output devices. controller overhead A portion of the operating cycle used for housekeeping purposes (for example, memory checks, tests, and communication). control profile The means by which a controller determines which outputs turn on under what conditions.
  • Page 274 (DIO) The discrete input and output is the transfer of one to 32 words between a SLC 500 processor and a scanner. All 32 words of input data and all 32 words of output data are updated on each SLC program scan.
  • Page 275 DTR signal to dial the number, or deactivate the DTR signal to end the call. EEPROM Electrically Erasable Programmable Read Only Memory module used to store, back-up, or transfer SLC 500 programs. The SLC 500 processor can read and write to an EEPROM. Electromagnetic interference. encoder A device that detects position, and transmits a signal representing that position.
  • Page 276 Glossary full-duplex A high-performance protocol that allows simultaneous two-way data transmission. For point-to-point applications only. half-duplex A high-performance protocol where data transmission is limited to one direction at a time. Used in point-to-point and multi-point applications. hard disk A storage device in a personal computer. high byte Bits 8...15 of a word.
  • Page 277 The link coupler provides an electrically isolated network connection for an SLC 500 controller (processor or programming station). The link couplers connect the daisy-chained DH-485 communication cable. ladder logic A graphical programming format resembling a ladder-like diagram.
  • Page 278 Glossary low byte Bits 0...7 of a word. logic A general term for digital circuits or programmed instructions to perform required decision making and computational functions. manual Typically an acoustically coupled type of modem. The connection is established by a person on each end of the phone line. They then insert the handsets into an acoustic coupler to complete the connection.
  • Page 279 M0/M1 file transfer A M1/M0 file transfer is a method of moving large amounts of data between a SLC 500 processor and its scanner. It transfers files containing a maximum of 256 words and may take more than one SLC program scan to complete.
  • Page 280 Glossary offline When a device is not scanning/controlling or when a programming device is not communicating with the controller. offset A continuous deviation of a controlled variable from a fixed point. off-state current For input circuits, the maximum amount of leakage current allowed from an input device in its off-state.
  • Page 281 Glossary operating voltage For inputs, the voltage range needed for the input to be in the On-state. For outputs, the allowable range of user-supplied voltage. output device A device, such as a pilot light or a motor starter coil, that is energized by the programmable controller.
  • Page 282 Glossary programming device Programming package used to develop ladder logic diagrams. protocol The language or packaging of information that is transmitted across a network. (I/O) rack An I/O addressing unit that corresponds to 8 input image-table words and 8 output image-table words. A rack can contain a maximum of 8 I/O groups for up to 128 discrete I/O.
  • Page 283 Glossary Removable Terminal Block. run mode An executing mode during which the controller scans or executes the logic program. rung A rung contains input and output instructions. During Run mode, the inputs on a rung are evaluated to be true or false. If a path of true logic exists, the outputs are made true (energized).
  • Page 284 Glossary sourcing A term used to describe current flow between two devices. A sourcing device or circuit provides power. status The condition of a circuit or system. strobe message A strobe message is a multicast transfer of data sent by the scanner that solicits a response from each slave device.
  • Page 285 UVPROM An Ultra-Violet light erasable Programmable Read Only Memory module used to back-up, store, or transfer SLC 500 programs. The SLC 5/01 and SLC 5/02 processor can only read from a UVPROM. An external PROM programmer is used to program (write to) the device.
  • Page 286 Glossary Notes: Publication 1747-UM011G-EN-P - June 2008...
  • Page 287 Index 1770-KF3 module 183 Numerics 1784-KTXD card 226 1746-BAS module 183 1784-PCMK card 16 1746-C7 cable 108 1784-PKTX(D) module 16 1746-C9 cable 108 1785-KA5 module 1746-P1 power supply on the data highway plus network 226 installing 104 5/01 processors replacing fuse 139 general specifications 176 1746-P2 power supply hardware features 81...
  • Page 288 Rockwell Automation for SLC 5/03 and later processors 137 assistance 141 Belden #9463 cable 224 control networks Belden #9842 cable Allen-Bradley Remote I/O 231 on the DH-485 network 193 ControlNet 236 wire/terminal connections 195 DeviceNet 233 bit 271 overview 231...
  • Page 289 Index 1747-SCNR module 236 1747-KE module 183 ControlNet scanner 236 1747-UIC interface 183 1770-KF3 module 183 counters example system configuration 187 definition 273 grounding and terminating 196 CPU (central processing unit), definition initialization 182 installation 193 CTS (Clear to Send) 210 planning considerations 189 protocol 182 DH-485/RS-232 Interface Module user’s...
  • Page 290 A-B example calculation 46 products that support 205 power considerations 68 hard disk 276 selecting 46 hazardous environment component installation 57 selecting hardware components 47 heat dissipation, calculating for SLC 500 jumpers control system 261 Publication 1747-UM011G-EN-P - June 2008...
  • Page 291 Index J1 103 master devices, DF1 half-duplex protocol J4 159 power supply 105 memory backup options, processor specification 176 memory modules for SLC 5/01 and 5/02 processors 42 keyswitch for SLC 5/03, SLC 5/04, and SLC 5/05 clearing faults for the SLC 5/03, SLC processors 43 5/04, and SLC 5/05 processors installation 103...
  • Page 292 Index off-state leakage current 280 installation 21 processor files 281 one shot 280 online 280 processor hardware features SLC 5/01 81 operator interface SLC 5/02 83 selecting SLC 5/03 86 DTAM 41 SLC 5/04 89 DTAM Plus 41 SLC 5/05 92 PanelView 550 41 personal computer 40 processor specifications...
  • Page 293 95 removable terminal blocks (RTB) 119 rung 283 installing 120 removing 119 using 119 removing power from the SLC 500 control safety considerations system 142 disconnecting main power 72 replacement hardware master control relay circuits, periodic cables and connectors 169...
  • Page 294 Index slave devices, DF1 half-duplex protocol terminal 284 SLC 500 programmable controllers testing general specifications 176 inputs 125 installing 101 outputs 126 selecting a memory module 42 program 129 selecting a processor 31 throughput 284 selecting discrete I/O modules 36...

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