Allen-Bradley

ControlNet
PLC-5
Quick Start
Programmable
Controllers
Phase 1.25
Cat. No. 1785-L20C,
-L40C, -L60C, -L80C

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 Preface

Preface

Read this preface to familiarize yourself with the rest of the manual.
This preface covers the following topics:
• who should use this manual
• the purpose of this manual
• conventions used in this manual
• Rockwell Automation support

Who Should Use this Use this manual if you are new to the ControlNet PLC-5 processor.
Manual
For more information, refer to the publications listed in the Related
Documentation section of this Preface, or contact your local
Rockwell Automation representative.

Purpose of this Manual This manual introduces you to installing and using a ControlNet
PLC-5 processor system. In addition, it shows you how to set up a
system using a typical configuration. Since this is a Quick Start
manual, we do not cover all of the ControlNet PLC-5 processor
features, but give you enough information to get you started.

This manual includes:

• basic information needed to start using the ControlNet PLC-5
processor quickly and effectively
• high-level procedures with cross-references to other manuals for
more details
Important: The recommended switch settings in this manual help
you set up a test system and get it working. Actual switch settings
depend upon your application.

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Related Documentation

The following documents contain additional information concerning

the products discussed in this manual.

For more information about: See this publication: Publication number:

ControlNet
ontrol et P
PLC-5
-5 programmable
ro ra able ControlNet PLC-5 Programmable Controllers User Manual, phase 1.25 1785-6.5.14
controller (1785-L20C,
controllers 1785- 0 -L40C,
- 0 and
an Enhanced and Ethernet PLC-5 Programmable Controllers User Manual 1785-6.5.12
- 80 )
-L80C)
1785 Enhanced PLC-5 Processor System Overview 1785-2.36
ControlNet System Overview 1786-2.9
1785 PLC-5 Programmable Controllers Quick Reference 1785-7.1
PLC-5 Programming Software Instruction Set Reference Manual 1785-6.1
Industrial Automation Wiring and Grounding Guidelines 1770-4.1
ControlNet media ControlNet Cable System Component List AG-2.2
ControlNet Cable System Planning and Installation Manual 1786-6.2.1
ControlNet Coax Tap Installation Instructions 1786-2.3
ControlNet Network Access Cable Installation Instructions 1786-2.6
ControlNet Repeater Installation Instructions 1786-2.7
Universal 1771 I/O chassis Universal I/O Chassis installation instructions 1771-2.210
power
o er supply
u l Power Supply Modules (1771-P4S, -P6S, -P4S1, -P6S1) installation instructions 1771-2.135
(1771-P4S)
1771-P ) Allen-Bradley Publication Index (for your specific power supply) SD499
DH+ network Enhanced and Ethernet Programmable Controllers User Manual 1785-6.5.12
Data Highway/Data Highway Plus/Data Highway II/Data Highway-485 Cable 1770-6.2.2
installation instructions
communication
co unication card
car (1784-KTCx)
178 - x) ControlNet Communication Interface Card installation instructions 1784-5.20
Allen-Bradley Publication Index (for your specific communication card) SD499
communication interface (1770-KFC) ControlNet Communication Interface User Manual 1770-6.5.20
terms and definitions Industrial Automation Glossary AG-7.1

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Conventions Used in This The following conventions are used throughout this manual:
Manual • Bulleted lists provide information, not procedural steps.
• Numbered lists provide sequential steps or hierarchical
information.
• Italic type is used for emphasis.
• Text in this font indicates words or phrases you should type.
• Key names match the names shown and appear in bold, capital
letters (for example, ENTER).
" Tip: We use this convention to call attention to helpful information.

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Rockwell Automation Support Rockwell Automation offers support services worldwide, with over
75 Sales/Support Offices, 512 authorized Distributors and 260
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alone, plus Allen–Bradley representatives in every major country in
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 Table of Contents

Before You Begin Chapter 1

Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1–1
Identify the Processor’s Front Panel Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1–1
Check Your Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1–2

Set Up the Hardware Chapter 2

What You’ll Be Doing in This Chapter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–1
Configure the I/O Chassis . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–2
Ground the I/O Chassis . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–3
Install the Power Supply . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–4
Install the PLC-5 Processor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–5
Powerup the System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–6
Install the I/O Modules . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–6
Connect the Personal Computer to the PLC-5 Processor . . . . . . . . 2–6

Set Up the Software Chapter 3

Install the Software and Set Up the Programming System . . . . . . . . 3–1
Start the Programming Software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–1
Power Up the System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–1

Troubleshoot the Processor Chapter 4

System Using This Chapter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4–1
Using the General Status Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4–1
Using the ControlNet Status Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4–3
Using the DH+/RIO Status Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4–5
Monitoring ControlNet Configuration and Status . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4–6

Processor Specifications Appendix A

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Notes:

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 Chapter 1
Before You Begin

Introduction The ControlNet network is a high-speed link that lets PLC

processors and I/O devices (e.g., I/O racks, variable speed drives,
Human-Machine Interface (HMI), and other automation devices)
exchange data. The ControlNet PLC-5 processors have one logical
ControlNet port consisting of two BNC connectors and one network
access port; these processors let you connect to the ControlNet
network.

Identify the Processor’s Front Panel Components

These pictures show the ControlNet PLC-5 processor front

panel components.

PLC-5/20C Processor PLC-5/40C, -5/60C, and -5/80C Processors

Battery Status Indicator Battery Status Indicator

Keyswitch Keyswitch
Processor RUN/FAULT Processor RUN/FAULT
Status Indicator Status Indicator
ControlNet I/O Status Indicator Force Status Indicator ControlNet I/O Status Indicator Force Status Indicator
Channel 2 ControlNet Channel 2 ControlNet Channel 0 Communication
Channel 0 Communication
Status Indicators Status Indicators ACTIVE/FAULT Status
ACTIVE/FAULT Status Indicator
ControlNet Network Access ControlNet Network Access Port Indicator
Port Channel 0
Channel 2 ➀ Channel 2 ➀
Memory Module Space
Channel 0 Channel 1 Status Indicators
DH+ Programming Terminal
Connection to Channel 1A
Memory Module Space
Channel 1A
Channel 1 Status Indicators Battery Compartment
DH+ Programming Terminal Channel 1B
Connection to Channel 1A
Channel 1B
Channel 1A
➀ ControlNet Redundant Media Ports— BNC; dedicated Battery Compartment

ATTENTION: Make sure you understand the anti-static environment.

The processor is shipped in a static-shielded container to guard against
electrostatic damage. Electrostatic discharge can damage integrated circuits
or semiconductors in the processor module if you touch backplane connector
pins. It can also damage the module when you set configuration plugs or
switches inside the module. Avoid electrostatic damage by observing the
following precautions.
• Remain in contact with an approved ground point while handling the
module (by wearing a properly grounded wrist strap).
• Do not touch the backplane connector or connector pins.
• When not in use, keep the module in its static-shielded container.
Wrist strap

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Check Your Components For this quick start, you need this hardware and software:

Product name: Catalog number:

Hardware
ControlNet PLC-5 processor 1785-L20C, -L40C, L60C, -L80C
ControlNet network access cable 1786-CP
1771 I/O chassis 1771-A1B
power supply 1771-P4S
personal computer your choice
communication interface card 1784-KTCx
Software
RSLogix5 programming software
6200 programming software
RSLinx communication software

1771-P4S
power supply
PC with
Programming
Software

1786-CP
PLC-5/40C
processor

This quick start describes how to:

What You’ll Be Doing In This
Quick Start
- Set up the hardware
- Configure the I/O chassis
- Set the ControlNet network address
- Install the hardware
- Connect the personal computer
- Connect your nodes to a ControlNet network

- Set up the software

- Use 6200 programming software to enter network parameters and
channel 2 configuration

- Troubleshoot the processor system

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Compliance to If this product has the CE mark it is approved for installation within
European Union Directives the European Union and EEA regions. It has been designed and
tested 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:
• EN 50081-2 EMC – Generic Emission Standard, Part 2 –
Industrial Environment
• EN 50082-2 EMC – Generic Immunity Standard, Part 2 –
Industrial Environment
This product is intended for use in an industrial environment.

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 EN 61131-2, see the appropriate

sections in this publication, as well as the following Allen-Bradley
publications:
• Industrial Automation Wiring and Grounding Guidelines For
Noise Immunity, publication 1770-4.1
• Guidelines for Handling Lithium Batteries, publication AG-5.4
• Automation Systems Catalog, publication B111
This equipment is classifed as open equipment and must be installed
(mounted) in an enclosure as a means of providing safety protection.

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Notes

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Set Up the Hardware

What You’ll Be Doing in This chapter explains how to:

This Chapter
- Configure the I/O chassis
- Ground the I/O chassis
- Install the power supply
- Install the PLC-5 processor
- Power up the system
- Install the I/O modules
- Connect the personal computer to the PLC-5 processor

PC with
Programming
Software

PLC-5/20C Internal
Processor Power Supply
ControlNet network
access cable (1786-CP)

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Install the Hardware Configure the I/O Chassis

1 Set the backplane switches.

Pressed in
at top ON (closed)
Pressed in Switch
at bottom OFF (open) Last State
1
Outputs of this I/O chassis remain in their last state when
on
a hardware failure occurs. ➀
Outputs of this I/O chassis are turned off when a
off
hardware failure occurs. ➀

Always
Off Switches
Addressing
4 5
off off 2 –slot
off on 1 –slot
on off 1/2 – slot
on on Not allowed

Switches
EEPROM Transfer
6 7
off off EEPROM memory transfer to processor memory at power-up. ➁ ➂
EEPROM memory transfers to processor memory if processor memory
on on
not valid.
on off EEPROM memory does not transfer to processor memory. ➃

Switch
Processor Memory Protection
8
off Processor memory protection disabled.

on Processor memory protection enabled. ➄

➀ Regardless of this switch setting, outputs are turned off when any of the following occurs:
• processor detects a runtime error
• an I/O chassis backplane fault occurs
• you select program or test mode
• you set a status file bit to reset a local rack
➁ If an EEPROM module is not installed and processor memory is valid, the processor’s PROC LED indicator blinks,
and the processor sets S:11/9, bit 9 in the major fault status word. To clear this fault, change the processor from
program mode to run mode and back to program mode.
➂ If the processor’s keyswitch is set in REMote, the processor enters remote RUN after it powers up and has its
memory updated by the EEPROM module.
➃ A processor fault (solid red PROC LED) occurs if processor memory is not valid.
➄ You cannot clear processor memory when this switch is on. 19309

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2 Set the power supply

configuration jumper.
Are you using a power
supply module in
3 Install the keying bands. the chassis? PLC-5/20
Processor
Y N

Keying
Bands

between
• 40 & 42
• 54 & 56

20609–M

For more information, see the Universal I/O Chassis installation

More
instructions, publication number 1771-2.10.

Ground the I/O Chassis

Enclosure
Grounding Electrode
Ground Conductor
Bus

To Grounding
Electrode System

Ground Lug

Nut and
Captive Washer

Star
Washer
Ground Lug
I/O Chassis Wall

20626–M

For more information, see the Allen-Bradley Programmable

More
Controller Wiring and Grounding Guidelines, publication
number 1770-4.1.

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Install the Power Supply

1 Set the jumpers on

the back side of the
power supply like this:

locking bar

2 Connect the power cord to the 120V ac

connector of the power supply module.
This side plugs into connector on the module.

insert wire insert wire

here here
or

place tool here place tool here

3 Install the power supply in the chassis

20619–M and snap the module-locking bar over
the modules.

For more information, see the Power Supply Modules

More
(1771-P4S, -P6S, -P4S1, -P6S1) Installation Instructions, publication
number 1771-2.135.

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Install the PLC-5 Processor

1 Define the DH+ Station Address of Channel 1A

by setting switch assembly SW-1 on the back of
the processor. (See the side of the processor if
you want to use another address.)
Locking Bar
side view of processor

Lift Ejector Tab

PLC-5/20
1 2 3 4 5 6 7
Processor
Battery Connector
side view
Battery Cover
down For series E and later processors:
57.6 Kbaud use this switch to select baud rate
For series D and earlier processors:
up this switch is always off
230 Kbaud

Card Guides
20610–M
2 Specify the serial port configuration for
channel 0.
Battery bottom view of PLC-5/20C processor

Front of
Processor

More For detailed information about handling and disposing of the battery
as well as other important guidelines, see publication AG-5.4.
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10

For more information, see the ControlNet PLC-5 Programmable bottom view of PLC-5/40C and -5/80C processor
More Controllers User Manual, publication number 1785-6.5.14.
Front of
Processor

side view

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10

OFF

3 Set the ControlNet network addresses by

using the two 10-digit rotary switches on
top of the module.
ControlNet PLC-5 processor’s NET address = 1
20 30 2 3
10 40 1 4
00 50 0 5
90 60 9 6
80 70 8 7

4 To install the battery, slide the battery-side

connector into the processor-side connector
until you hear them snap together, and attach
the battery cover.
5 Install the processor module.

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Powerup the System

Powerup the system. Check the LED display on the processor. If

your system is operating properly, the PROC LED should be steady
red. If the PROC LED is not red, see chapter 4 for troubleshooting
information before you install any I/O modules.

Install the I/O Modules

Locking
Bar

Install each I/O module and connect

Card Guides
the wiring arm.
20618–M

Connect the Personal For more information, see the installation instructions or user manual
More
Computer to the for the particular module you are installing.
PLC-5 Processor
For more information, see:
More
• ControlNet PLC-5 Programmable Controllers User Manual,
publication number 1785-6.5.14
• the documentation provided with your communication card
• Data Highway/Data Highway Plus/Data Highway II/Data
Highway 485 Cable Installation Manual, publication 1770-6.2.2

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Set Up the Software

Use 6200 programming software to configure your ControlNet

system, including:
• defining network parameters (i.e. network update time, media
redundancy usage, physical media configuration, maximum
scheduled node, maximum unscheuled node)
• entering the channel 2 configuration

Install the Software and Before you install your programming software, make certain you
Set Up the Programming meet the requirements for that software. Then, follow the procedures
System outlined in the online help and documentation to install the software
and configure communication.

Start the Programming Start the programming software by following the procedures
Software described in your programming software documentation.

If you have difficulty, verify that the power supply is turned on.

To monitor your system as you configure and run it, check the
processor LED display for the following indicators:

This LED: lights when:

COMM you establish communication, if connected via the
serial port
BAT no battery is installed or the battery voltage is low
FORCE forces are present in your ladder program

Power Up the System Power up the system if you have not done so already. Check the
LED display on the processor. If you are using NAP cable, then the
ControlNet LEDs will flash red. If you are using coaxial trunk cable,
with taps and terminators, then the ControlNet channels that are
connected will be steady green, and those that are unconnected will
flash red.

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Notes:

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Troubleshoot the Processor
System

Using This Chapter

If you want to read about: See page:
Using the general status indicators 4-1
Using the ControlNet status indicators 4-3
Monitoring the ControlNet configuration and status screens 4-6

Using the General The general status indicators inform you of the general operational
Status Indicators state of the processor.

Indicator Color Description Probable Cause Recommended Action

BATT
BATT Red Battery low Battery low Replace battery within 10 days
PROC Off Battery is good Normal operation No action required
PROC Green Processor is in run Normal operation No action required
FORCE
(steady) mode and fully
operational
COMM
Green Processor memory is
(blinking) being transferred to
EEPROM
Red Major fault Run-time error • Check major fault bit in status file
(blinking) (S:11) for error definition
• Clear fault bit, correct problem,
and return to run mode
Alternating Processor in Normal operation if No action required – allow flash
Red and FLASH-memory processor’s FLASH update to complete
Green programming mode memory is being
reprogrammed
Processor FLASH Contact your local A-B
memory checksum representative for a field firmware
error update
Red Major fault • Processor • Clear memory and
(steady) memory has reload program
checksum error • Check backplane switch settings
• Memory and/or insert correct memory
module error module
• Internal diagnostics • Power down, reseat processor
have failed and power up; then, clear memory
and reload your program. Replace
EEPROM with new program;
then, if necessary, replace
the processor
Off Processor is in program Check power supply
load or test mode or is and connections
not receiving power

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Indicator Color Description Probable Cause Recommended Action

FORCE Amber SFC and/or I/O forces Normal operation No action required
(steady) enabled
Amber SFC and/or I/O forces
(blinking) present but not enabled
Off SFC and/or I/O forces
not present
COMM Off No transmission on Normal operation if
channel 0 channel is not
being used
Green Transmission on Normal operation if
(blinking) channel 0 channel is being used

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Using the ControlNet The ControlNet status indicators inform you of the operational state
Status Indicators of the ControlNet network.

Indicator Color Description Probable Cause Recommended Action

I/O Off ControlNet I/O not Normal operation if No action required
present or not Channel 2 not being used
operating
I/O Steady All nodes configured in Normal operation No action required
Green the ControlNet map
table present and
operating properly
Flashing At least one node Cable(s) or connector(s) Repair or replace cable(s) or
A B Green/Off
reen O configured
con i ure for
or tthee broken or not connected connector(s), and reconnect
ontrol et network
ControlNet net or not Destination module(s) bad Repair or replace module(s)
present or not or missing
operating
o eratin properly
ro erl Node(s) not on network Connect node to network
Flashing All nodes configured Cable(s) or connector(s) Repair or replace cable(s) or
Red/Off for ControlNet not broken or not connected connector(s), and reconnect
re ent or not
present
Nodes not on network Connect nodes to network
operating properly

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Indicator ColorÀ Probable Cause Recommended Action

Off Internal diagnostics failed 1. Turn power off, make sure ControlNet
and address is not 00, reseat processor, then
A B power up
2. Clear memory and reload your program
3. Replace EEPROM with new program
4. If still an error, replace the processor
No power Check power supply

Steady Faulted unit Cycle power or reset unit

Red
If fault persists, contact your Allen-Bradley Company,
Inc. representative or distributor

Alternating Self-test No action required

Red/Green

Alternating Incorrect node configuration Check network address and other ControlNet
Red/Off configuration parameters

Off
O Channel
annel disabled
i able No action required
or Configure for ControlNet communication
A B Steady Normal operation No action required
Green
Flashing
la in Temporary
e orar error
errors No action required
Green/Off
reen O Make sure that ControlNet is properly terminated
The processor’s ControlNet address Configure the ControlNet network so that UMAX is at
is above UMAX least as high as the processor’s ControlNet address.
Set the processor’s ControlNet address at or below
UMAX.
Flashing Media fault Check media for broken cables, loose connectors,
Red/Off
e O missing terminators, etc.
No other nodes present on network Add other nodes to the network
Flashing
la in Incorrect
ncorrect network
net or con
configuration
i uration Cycle power or reset unit
Red/Green
e reen If fault persists, contact your Allen-Bradley Company,
Inc. representative or distributor
À Definition of terms:
•alternating—the two indicators alternate between the two defined states at the same time (applies to both indicators viewed together);
the two indicators are always in opposite states, out of phase
•flashing—the indicator alternates between the two defined states (applies to each indicator viewed independent of the other); if both
indicators are flashing, they flash together, in phase
•steady—indicator is on continuously in the defined state

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Using the DH+/RIO

Status Indicators
Indicator Color Channel Mode Description Probable Cause Recommended Action
A or B Green Remote I/O Active Remote I/O link, all Normal operation No action required
(steady) Scanner adapter modules are
present and not faulted
Remote I/O Communicating with
Adapter scanner
DH+ Processor is transmitting or
receiving on DH+ link
Green Remote I/O At least one adapter is • Power off at • Restore power to
(blinking Scanner faulted or has failed remote rack the rack
rapidly or • Cable broken • Repair cable
slowly)
DH+ No other nodes on network
Red Remote I/O Hardware fault Hardware error • Turn power off, then
(steady) Scanner on.
Remote I/O • Check that the
Adapter software
DH+ configurations match
the hardware set-up.
• Replace the
processor.
Red Remote I/O Faulted adapters detected • Cable not • Repair cable
(blinking Scanner connected or
rapidly or is broken
slowly) • Power off at • Restore power to
remote racks racks
DH+ Bad communication on DH+ Duplicate Correct station address
node detected
Off Remote I/O Channel offline Channel is not Place channel online if
Scanner being used needed
Remote I/O
Adapter
DH+

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Monitoring ControlNet Use 6200 programming software to monitor ControlNet

Configuration and Status configuration and status information, including:
• ControlNet configuration
• map entry status
• I/O action
• network and node status
For information about using 6200 programming software or
More RSLogix5 software, see the online help systems or contact your local
Allen-Bradley representative.

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 Appendix A
Processor Specifications

Backplane Current PLC-5/20C: 2.7A

(3 Amps @ 5V dc) PLC-5/40C, -5/60C, -5/80C: 3.3A
Heat Dissipation PLC-5/20C: 54 BTU/hour
PLC-5/40C, -5/80C: 59 BTU/hour
Environmental Conditions Operating Temperature: 0 to 60° C (32-140° F)
Storage Temperature: -40 to 85° C (-40 to 185° F)
Relative Humidity: 5 to 95% (without condensation)
Shock Operating . . . . . . . 30 g peak acceleration for 11±1 ms duration
Non-operating . . . . 50 g peak acceleration for 11±1 ms duration
Vibration 1 g @ 10 to 500 Hz
0.012 inches peak-to-peak displacement
Time-of-Day Maximum Variations at 60° C: ± 5 min per month
C o /C n ¬
Clock/Calendar¬ Typical Variation at 200° C:
ical Variations ± 200 s per
er month
ont
Timing Accuracy: 1 program scan
Battery 1770-XYC
Memory Modules • 1785-ME16
• 1785-ME32
• 1785-ME64
• 1785-M100
I/O Modules Bulletin 1771 I/O, 1794 I/O, 1746 I/O, and 1791 I/O
including 8-, 16-, 32-pt, and intelligent modules
Hardware Addressing 2-slot
• Any mix of 8-pt modules
• 16-pt modules must be I/O pairs
• No 32-pt modules
1-slot
• Any mix of 8- or 16-pt modules
• 32-pt modules must be I/O pairs
1/2-slot—Any mix of 8-,16-, or 32-pt modules
Communication • Serial
• DH+
• DH using 1785-KA
• Remote I/O
• ControlNet
Location 1771-A1B, -A2B, A3B, -A3B1, -A4B chassis; left-most slot
Weight PLC-5/20C: 3 lbs, 3 oz (1.45 kg)
PLC-5/40C: 3 lbs, 2 oz (1.42 kg)
PLC-5/60C, -5/80C: 3 lbs, 2 oz (1.42 kg)
Keying • Between 40 and 42
• Between 54 and 56
Agency Certification • CSA certified
(When product or • CSA Class I, Division 2
packaging is marked) Groups A, B, C, D certified
• UL listed
• CE marked for all applicable directives
¬ The clock/calendar will update appropriately each year, including the year 2000.

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PLC-5/20C PLC-5/40C PLC-5/60C PLC-5/80C

Maximum User Memory Words 16K 48K¬ 100K­ 100K®
Maximum Any Mix 512 2048 3072 3072
Total
o I/O Complimentary 512 in and 2048 in and 3072 in and 3072 in and
512 out 2048 out 3072 out 3072 out
Program Scan Time 0.5 ms per K word (bit logic)
2 ms per K word (typical)
ControlNet I/O® Transmission Rate 5M bit/s
Network Update Time (NUT) 2-100 ms (user selectable)
Number of ControlNet Ports 1 (redundant)
Maximum Number of Nodes per Link without a Repeater 48—with 250 m (approx. 820 ft) cable length
Maximum Number of Nodes per Link with Repeaters 107
Maximum Link Cable Length without a Repeater 1,000 m (approximately 3,280 ft)—with 2 nodes
500 m (approximately 1,640 ft)—with 32 nodes
250 m (approximately 820 ft)—with 48 nodes
Maximum DIF/DOF Size 1000 words in and 1000 words out
Maximum Link Cable Length with Repeaters 6,000 m (approximately 19,680 ft)—with 2 nodes
3,000 m (approximately 9,840 ft)—typical
Remote I/O Transmission Rate 57.6K bit/s
and DH+ 115.2K bit/s
230.4K bit/s
I/O Scan Time (Typical) 10 ms per rack @ 57.6K bit/s
7 ms per rack @ 115.2K bit/s
3 ms per rack @ 230K bit/s
Maximum Number of Remote I/O Racks 3 15 23 23
Maximum Number of Remote I/O Devices 12 60 92 92
Number of Ports Configurable for DH+ or Remote I/O 1 2 2 2
(Adapter or Scanner)
Number of Dedicated DH+ Ports 1 0 0 0
Number of Serial Ports 1
Number of Coprocessor Ports 1
Maximum Number of MCPs 16
¬ The PLC-5/40C processor has a limit of 32K words per data-table file.
­ The PLC-5/60C processor has a limit of 56K words per program file and 32 K words per data table file.

® The PLC-5/80C processor has a limit of 56K words per program file and 32 K words per data table file. The PLC-5/80C processor has 64K
words of total data table space.

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CSA Hazardous Location Approval Approbation d’utilisation dans des emplacements dangereux par la
CSA

CSA certifies products for general use as well as for use in La CSA certifie les produits d’utilisation générale aussi bien que ceux qui
hazardous locations. Actual CSA certification is indicated by the s’utilisent dans des emplacements dangereux. La certification CSA en
product label as shown below, and not by statements in any user vigueur est indiquée par l’étiquette du produit et non par des
documentation. affirmations dans la documentation à l’usage des utilisateurs.

Example of the CSA certification product label Exemple d’étiquette de certification d’un produit par la CSA

To comply with CSA certification for use in hazardous locations, the Pour satisfaire à la certification de la CSA dans des endroits dangereux,
following information becomes a part of the product literature for les informations suivantes font partie intégrante de la documentation des
CSA-certified Allen-Bradley industrial control products. produits industriels de contrôle Allen-Bradley certifiés par la CSA.
• This equipment is suitable for use in Class I, Division 2, • Cet équipement convient à l’utilisation dans des emplacements de
Groups A, B, C, D, or non-hazardous locations only. Classe 1, Division 2, Groupes A, B, C, D, ou ne convient qu’à
• The products having the appropriate CSA markings (that is, Class l’utilisation dans des endroits non dangereux.
I Division 2, Groups A, B, C, D), are certified for use in other • Les produits portant le marquage approprié de la CSA (c’est à dire,
equipment where the suitability of combination (that is, application Classe 1, Division 2, Groupes A, B, C, D) sont certifiés à l’utilisation
or use) is determined by the CSA or the local inspection office pour d’autres équipements où la convenance de combinaison
having jurisdiction. (application ou utilisation) est déterminée par la CSA ou le bureau local
d’inspection qualifié.

Important: Due to the modular nature of a PLC control system, the Important: Par suite de la nature modulaire du système de contrôle PLC,
product with the highest temperature rating determines the overall le produit ayant le taux le plus élevé de température détermine le taux
temperature code rating of a PLC control system in a Class I, d’ensemble du code de température du système de contrôle d’un PLC
Division 2 location. The temperature code rating is marked on the dans un emplacement de Classe 1, Division 2. Le taux du code de
product label as shown. température est indiqué sur l’étiquette du produit.

Temperature code rating Taux du code de température

Look for temperature code Le taux du code de

rating here température est indiqué ici

The following warnings apply to products having CSA certification for Les avertissements suivants s’appliquent aux produits ayant la
use in hazardous locations. certification CSA pour leur utilisation dans des emplacements dangereux.

ATTENTION: Explosion hazard — AVERTISSEMENT: Risque d’explosion —

• Substitution of components may impair suitability • La substitution de composants peut rendre ce matériel
! for Class I, Division 2.
• Do not replace components unless power has
! inacceptable pour les emplacements de Classe I,
Division 2.
been switched off or the area is known to be • Couper le courant ou s’assurer que l’emplacement est
non-hazardous. désigné non dangereux avant de remplacer les
• Do not disconnect equipment unless power has composants.
been switched off or the area is known to be • Avant de débrancher l’équipement, couper le courant
non-hazardous. ou s’assurer que l’emplacement est désigné non
• Do not disconnect connectors unless power has dangereux.
been switched off or the area is known to be • Avant de débrancher les connecteurs, couper le
non-hazardous. Secure any user-supplied courant ou s’assurer que l’emplacement est reconnu
connectors that mate to external circuits on an non dangereux. Attacher tous connecteurs fournis par
Allen-Bradley product using screws, sliding l’utilisateur et reliés aux circuits externes d’un appareil
latches, threaded connectors, or other means Allen-Bradley à l ’aide de vis, loquets coulissants,
such that any connection can withstand a 15 connecteurs filetés ou autres moyens permettant aux
Newton (3.4 lb.) separating force applied for a connexions de résister à une force de séparation de 15
minimum of one minute. newtons (3,4 lb. - 1,5 kg) appliquée pendant au moins
• Batteries must only be changed in an area known une minute.
to be non-hazardous. • S’assurer que l’environnement est classé non
dangereaux avant de changer les piles.

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