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Remote, Real-time Diagnostics

With the RSTi-EP’s integrated web server and advanced

diagnostics, failures in the system can be identified

remotely, eliminating the need to travel to the machine,

saving both time and money. The web server lets the

operator view diagnostic faults and upgrade firmware

over the web– simplifying start up, increasing availability

and productivity without the need for additional tools or

software. Additionally, actions can be taken within the

application feeding off of the diagnostic information. It

is simple to prioritize service trips as critical or routine

maintenance without stepping out of the control room.

 It can accommodate up to 64 modules and 1024 I/O

points per drop, while its 11.5 mm I/O slices maximize

limited cabinet space. By adopting the most compact

I/O system on the market, it’s possible to incorporate

smaller cabinet sizes into user-friendly system designs.

You can even eliminate external components by using

optional potential distribution modules to provide

easy connections to input power, output power, and

functional earth.

Higher Performance in Half the Space

The innovative RSTi-EP I/O is a powerful combination

of clean layout, high density, and small footprint. It

can accommodate up to 64 modules and 1024 I/O

points per drop, while its 11.5 mm I/O slices maximize

limited cabinet space. By adopting the most compact

I/O system on the market, it’s possible to incorporate

smaller cabinet sizes into user-friendly system designs.

You can even eliminate external components by using

optional potential distribution modules to provide

easy connections to input power, output power, and

functional earth.

RSTi-EP combines powerful technology and a modular,

compact form factor to deliver higher performance and

maximized productivity in today’s connected automation

systems. The RSTi-EP remote I/O system is well suited

for Industrial Internet enabled applications. It features

an extended operating temperature range, enhanced

diagnostics, plug-and-play connectivity and high channel

density– all designed to simplify machine design and

maintenance. Advanced diagnostics make RSTi-EP ideal

for remote applications, especially those where I/O can be

difficult to reach. RSTi-EP I/O is easily expandable, so you

can adapt and extend coverage as your system evolves.

Smarter Architecture

Today’s connected machines require innovative, high

performance control systems that minimize unplanned

downtime and increase productivity and efficiency.

RSTi-EP combines powerful technology and a modular,

compact form factor to deliver higher performance and

maximized productivity in today’s connected automation

systems. The RSTi-EP remote I/O system is well suited

for Industrial Internet enabled applications. It features

an extended operating temperature range, enhanced

diagnostics, plug-and-play connectivity and high channel

density– all designed to simplify machine design and

maintenance. Advanced diagnostics make RSTi-EP ideal

for remote applications, especially those where I/O can be

difficult to reach. RSTi-EP I/O is easily expandable, so you

can adapt and extend coverage as your system evolves.

Module Description

The module’s front cover is removable. A jumper plug inside the front cover is used to set up the

module as a 32–point or 64–point I/O module.

Serial Ports

The front of the module has two 20–pin connectors that are used to attach the I/O Link cable.

One connector is for the cable to the previous device on the link––either the master or another

slave. The other connector is for the cable to the next slave on the link, if there is one.  See the

RX3i I/O Link Modules User’s Manual, GFK-2358 for more information. Signal levels are

RS422/485 compatible.

An I/O Link Interface Module occupies one module slot in an

RX3i backplane.  It can be installed in any available backplane slot.

The maximum number of I/O Link Interface Modules that can be

installed in the backplane depends on the power that is available

from the power supply.  To determine the exact number of

modules allowed in your system, see the information on power

supplies in chapter 3.

Usually, when there are multiple I/O Link Interface Modules in the

same RX3i system, they are on separate I/O Links.  However, it

is possible to have more than one I/O Link Interface Module in

the system connected to the same link, if that suits the needs of

the application.

The RX3i I/O Link Interface Module operates as a slave on a

Fanuc I/O Link network.  It can exchange either 32 or 64 inputs

and outputs with the master.  Typical masters on the I/O Link

include all modern FANUC CNCs and Power Mates,

PACSystems controllers and Series 90 PLCs equipped with an

I/O Link Master Module.

An I/O Link Interface Module occupies one module slot in an

RX3i backplane.  It can be installed in any available backplane slot.

The maximum number of I/O Link Interface Modules that can be

installed in the backplane depends on the power that is available

from the power supply.  To determine the exact number of

modules allowed in your system, see the information on power

supplies in chapter 3.

Usually, when there are multiple I/O Link Interface Modules in the

same RX3i system, they are on separate I/O Links.  However, it

is possible to have more than one I/O Link Interface Module in

the system connected to the same link, if that suits the needs of

the application.

Module Features

• Supports eight client connection to the RX3i Controller data set specified

in the configuration. [RBE supported only on one Client connection

associated with a specified port -Refer to GFK-2949B for details]

• Supports Interrogation and RBE for Single Point and Double Point data.

• Supports Interrogation and RBE for Regulated Step.

• Supports Interrogation and Measured data sets for Scaled, normalized,

and single precision Float.

• Supports 56-bit IEC 60870-5-104 time format, with the default being

56-bit time format.

• Supports Time Set, and query of the RX3i Controller CPU Clock in UTC time.

• Cause of Transmission size is two octets.

RX3i Interface specifications:

• Up to four EIS001 per RX3i, as allowed by available power and slots.

• Module can be installed in any available RX3i main rack I/O slot.

• Module supports insertion into and removal from an RX3i backplane

which is under power.

• Firmware upgrade through RX3i CPU using WinLoader software utility.

The PACSystems* RX3i Ethernet IEC 104 Server Module, catalog number

IC695EIS001. implements the IEC 60870-5-104 communications protocol. It

permits a PACSystems RX3i controller to be connected to an Ethernet

network using a standard TCP/IP connection scheme, allowing an IEC 104

Client to poll data from the Server, as well generate unsolicited

communications from the Server back to the Client.

Two auto-sensing 10BaseT/100BaseTX RJ-45 shielded twisted-pair Ethernet

ports permit direct connection to either a 10BaseT or 100BaseTX IEEE 802.3

network without an external transceiver. Line, Star and Daisy Chain

topologies are supported.

The RX3i Ethernet IEC 104 Server Module hosts the IEC104 Server side

protocol on a common RX3i ETM001 module hardware platform. Thus, many

of the specifications and behaviors are shared with the ETM001 module

including protocol support. IC695EIS001 is an Ethernet-connected module

that fits in the RX3i backplane and permits the RX3i to behave as a Server on

the IEC104 network. The data exchanges between the EIS001 module and

IEC104 Client(s) are configurable, using a single COMMREQ instruction in the

ladder logic or Structured Text program.