{"product_id":"mvi56e-mcm-prosoft-communication-module-controllogix","title":"MVI56E-MCM ProSoft Communication Module ControlLogix","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eProSoft MVI56E-MCM\u003c\/strong\u003e, also cataloged as the \u003cstrong\u003eMVI56E-MCM\u003c\/strong\u003e Protocol Interface Card, operates as a dedicated hardware component for serial network packet routing within ControlLogix industrial controller racks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHardware Variant Analysis\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBase unit designated for standard temperature thresholds up to 60 deg C operational limits\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCoated PCB architecture incorporating an integrated Modbus network analyzer layer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFront-plate embedded 4-character alphanumeric LED matrix for runtime diagnostics\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOnboard Ethernet physical layer supporting 10\/100 MB auto-crossover network links\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHardware Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"table\"\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eParameter\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecification\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMVI56E-MCM\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProSoft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOrigin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUSA\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.45 kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eShipping Dimensions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e15 cm x 14 cm x 6 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOperating Temp\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0 deg C to 60 deg C\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePower Consumption\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e800 mA at 5 VDC, 3 mA at 24 VDC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDiagnostic Interfaces \u0026amp; Network Architecture\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe embedded Ethernet port uses the ProSoft Discovery Service utility for dynamic IP assignment and direct web-based parameter tuning. Serial channels P1 and P2 provide jumper-selectable physical layers for RS-232, RS-422, or RS-485 signalling, combined with hardware handshaking lines to govern multi-drop telemetry links. Error counters and communication status registers update dynamically within the 10,000-word memory allocation to give the CPU real-time visibility into bus transaction health.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eOrdering Package Components\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 x MVI56E-MCM processor interface unit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2 x RJ45 to DB-9M adapter leads\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 x Resource link documentation leaflet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 x Factory calibration verification slip\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMechanical Mounting \u0026amp; Wiring Procedures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBackplane Seating:\u003c\/strong\u003e Align the module edges securely with the 1756 chassis guide rails before applying firm, even pressure to engage the rear bus connector pins.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrounding Strategy:\u003c\/strong\u003e Connect drain wires of shielded multi-conductor cables strictly to designated instrumentation earth terminals to suppress common-mode electrical noise.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePort Cabling:\u003c\/strong\u003e Keep low-voltage serial communication lines physically segregated from high-voltage AC power trunk lines inside control cabinets to prevent cross-talk.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuestion:\u003c\/strong\u003e What diagnostic display is built directly onto the faceplate?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAnswer:\u003c\/strong\u003e A 4-character scrolling alphanumeric LED provides plaintext status, error codes, and IP configurations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuestion:\u003c\/strong\u003e How does the module handle network discovery on a local subnet?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAnswer:\u003c\/strong\u003e The ProSoft Discovery Service tool scans the network to assign a temporary IP address for initial setup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuestion:\u003c\/strong\u003e Is it permissible to swap the card while the rack is energized?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAnswer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes, the unit supports standard RIUP procedures on supported ControlLogix chassis backplanes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuestion:\u003c\/strong\u003e What error detection protocols are supported on serial lines?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAnswer:\u003c\/strong\u003e The system handles CRC-16 error checking for RTU binary mode and LRC checking for ASCII mode.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuestion:\u003c\/strong\u003e How many master commands can be queued on a single port?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAnswer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Each master-configured port accommodates up to 325 user-defined execution commands.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuestion:\u003c\/strong\u003e Can floating-point numbers be transferred across the Modbus network?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAnswer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes, configurable support handles Enron and Daniel floating-point data register structures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuestion:\u003c\/strong\u003e What is the relative humidity tolerance during operation?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAnswer:\u003c\/strong\u003e The hardware operates reliably in non-condensing relative humidity levels from 5% to 95%.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuestion:\u003c\/strong\u003e How are firmware diagnostics managed during maintenance?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAnswer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Maintenance personnel connect through the dedicated E1 Ethernet port for packet analysis and configuration updates.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Allen-Bradley","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46892904841389,"sku":"MVI56E-MCM","price":1999.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0733\/1613\/9181\/files\/MVI56E-MCM_25.jpg?v=1784801134","url":"https:\/\/www.maxwellplc.com\/ar\/products\/mvi56e-mcm-prosoft-communication-module-controllogix","provider":"Maxwell PLC Ltd","version":"1.0","type":"link"}