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Emerson M-series Virtual I/O Module 2 Product Description

Product Description

The VIM2 may be used for either DeltaV I/O simulation or Ethernet I/O device integration.

The VIM2 mounts on a 2-wide horizontal or 4-wide vertical carrier on the left-hand-side of the DeltaV controller.

A dedicated DeltaV power supply is required.

IO Simulation When used with MYNAH’s MiMiC Simulation Software,

the VIM2 supports I/O simulation all DeltaV M-series I/O cards including classic IO,

Foundation Fieldbus, ProfibusDP, DeviceNet, ASi-bus and Serial.

MiMiC Simulation Software provide dynamic simulation for DeltaV system software acceptance testing and operator training.

The MiMiC software works by simulating the DeltaV I/O.

It also simulates field devices using Foundation Fieldbus, ProfibusDP, DeviceNet and AS-i buses.

In order for MiMiC to do this, the real I/O cards are disconnected from the control system.

The MiMiC driver writes to the I/O subsystem of the DeltaV controller.

Process models in MiMiC simulate realistic process reactions to control system output signals.

Each process controller being simulated uses one MiMiC Dataset.

A MiMiC server can have up to 32 datasets or ports. Each dataset can support up to 4000 MiMiC simulation tags.

The I/O simulation driver is provided with the VIM2 hardware, pre-loaded in the VIM2.

The MiMiC Simulation Software must be purchased separately from MYNAH Technologies.

Technical support for the MiMiC Simulation Software and I/O simulation driver is provided by MYNAH Technologies.

Emerson DeltaV™ M-series Redundant I/O cards 

Make-before-break contacts ensure

digital field instruments remain powered and the process

is undisturbed. Analog output signals are briefly driven by

both cards for < 5 ms during switchover of the card.

Hardware Alerts automatically report hardware integrity errors

for both the primary and secondary cards. Any event that

causes a switchover is also reported automatically through the

system hardware alerts and is logged in the Event Chronicle.

Events that can cause a switchover include.

• Hardware failure within the active card.

• Communications failure between the active card and the controller.

• Detection of a fault in the field wiring.

A switchover may also be initiated from the diagnostics

explorer, and the health and status of both cards and

their channels are available in the diagnostics explorer.

The system automatically commissions a new standby card.

In safe areas, failed cards can be replaced under power.

In hazardous areas, appropriate installation procedures

must be followed.

Emerson DeltaV™ M-series Traditional I/O Cards Redundancy

I/O Card Redundancy

Redundant I/O cards are available for critical applications.

The same card can be used in simplex or redundant

applications. When installed on a two-wide redundant terminal

block, the cards are recognized as a redundant pair by the

controller. The controller scans each card and determines which

card is acting as the active interface. When a fault is detected,

the system automatically switches to the standby I/O card.

DeltaV Control modules reference simplex and redundant

I/O channels identically and there is no special configuration

required to take advantage of redundancy.

Switchover of a redundant I/O card is completed within

two scans of the I/O bus. Make-before-break contacts ensure

digital field instruments remain powered and the process

is undisturbed. Analog output signals are briefly driven by

both cards for < 5 ms during switchover of the card.

Hardware Alerts automatically report hardware integrity errors

for both the primary and secondary cards. Any event that

causes a switchover is also reported automatically through the

system hardware alerts and is logged in the Event Chronicle.

Events that can cause a switchover include.

Emerson DeltaV™ M-series Traditional I/O Cards feature


All I/O cards are enclosed in a common form factor that plugs

into the I/O interface carrier. The housing is clearly labeled with

the enclosed I/O card type. All cards have power and internal

error indicators. Eight-channel cards have clearly visible channel status LEDs.

All cards meet ISA G3 corrosion specifications by the careful

selection of superior electronic components and the use of conformal coating.

Pulse Counters are available on most DI cards. The supported

maximum frequency varies from 0.1 Hz on AC signals to

75 or 120 Hz on 24V DC inputs. For higher pulse counts,

up to 50 KHz, use the Multi-Function card’s high speed pulse input.

The DeltaV system provides control module level time

stamping for log events and alarms. For greater event

resolution, the 16-channel Sequence-of-Events DI card

can provide signal driven events to a resolution of +/- 0.25 ms

per card, or within 1 ms per controller. Please refer to

the Sequence-of-Events PDS for more information on

Sequence-of-Event data collection and system options for this feature.

Emerson DeltaV™ M-series Traditional I/O Cardsredundant installation

I/O Cards

A variety of analog and discrete I/O cards are available to meet

your specific requirements. The following cards support simplex

or redundant installation:

• AI 4-20 mA HART 8 channels

• AO-4-20 mA HART 8 channels

• DI, 24V DC Dry Contact, 8 channels

• DO 24V DC High-Side, 8 channels

• AI (Plus) 4-20 mA HART, 16 channels

• AO (Plus) 4-20 mA HART, 16 channels

• DI (Plus) 24V DC, Dry Contact, 32 channels

• DO (Plus) 24V DC, High-Side, 32 channels

The following I/O cards are supported in simplex format

to meet your field wiring needs.

• AI Isolated, 4 channels

• RTD, 8-channels

• Thermocouple, 8 channels

• Millivolt, 8 channels

• DI, High Density, 32 channels

• DI 24V DC Isolated, 8 channels

• Multi-Function, 4 channels (Isolated DI)

• Sequence of Event, 16 channels (DI 24 V DC)

• DI 120V AC Low Side Detection, 8 channels

• DI 120V AC Isolated, 8 channels

• DO 24V DC Isolated, 8 channels

• DO 120/230V AC High-Side, 8 channels

• DO 120/230 Isolated, 8 channels

Emerson DeltaV™ M-series Traditional I/O Cards

The Traditional I/O subsystem includes:

• I/O interface carrier (a DIN rail surface mounted)

on which all I/O related components are installed.

• Bulk AC to 24V DC power supply for field devices.

 An I/O interface consisting of an I/O card and an

I/O terminal block.

• A variety of analog and discrete I/O cards enclosed

in a common form factor that easily plugs into the

I/O interface carrier.

• A variety of I/O terminal blocks mounted on the I/O interface

carrier that can be pre-wired before I/O card installation.

The DeltaV system provides control module level time

stamping for log events and alarms. For greater event

resolution, the 16-channel Sequence-of-Events DI card

can provide signal driven events to a resolution of +/- 0.25 ms

per card, or within 1 ms per controller. Please refer to

the Sequence-of-Events PDS for more information on

Sequence-of-Event data collection and system options for this feature.

Kollmorgen AKD2G Servo Drives 2G Motion Control System Engineer more reliably

Engineer more reliably

Our highest motion control performance standards are perfectly matched to your application,

eliminating the risk of under- or over-performing components.

eliminating the risk of under- or over-performing components.

We offer reliable supply, application expertise, and personalized support that no other supplier can match.

We offer reliable supply, application expertise and personalized support that no other supplier can match.

Kollmorgen gives you the confidence to bring reliable and superior solutions to the global marketplace.

Kollmorgen gives you the confidence to bring reliable and superior solutions to the global marketplace.


Our highly regarded WorkBench GUI simplifies motion programming and debugging, and the drive’s graphic

display on the drive provides the information you need for efficient machine startup, troubleshooting and maintenance. Through our joint

design services, you can work directly with motion control experts 

who are committed to helping you achieve superior performance with a wide range of customized solutions.

customized solutions to help you achieve superior performance.

Emerson PACSystems™ RSTi-EP I/O High Density Simple Maintenance

Simple Maintenance

RSTi-EP lays a strong foundation for installation, machine

commissioning and service applications with robust and

easy-to-use signal connection components. LEDs on the

module and each channel help operators to quickly and

easily determine I/O health and quickly diagnose any

system failures.

Intutive Integration

The RSTI-EP features outstanding performance and

response time, with the high-speed system bus reading

up to 256 DI/ DOs in 20 microseconds. It offers intuitive

I/O mapping for quick and easy integration into

your control application, as well as maximum power

reserves for future applications. RSTi-EP features faster

backplane speeds than the original RSTi I/O and perfectly

responds to growing complexity in machine and factory

automation thanks to powerful flexibility and a consistent

user interface.

Emerson PACSystems™ RSTi-EP I/O High Density High Availability

High Availability

With the PNS101 network adapter, RSTi-EP supports

PROFINET System Redundancy (PNSR). This enables

synchronized independent controllers to service the I/O

and transition from active to back-up controller without

interruption. With controllers and processes resilient

from physical disruption, you can consider unplanned

downtime a thing of the past.

Consistent I/O cabling interfaces make installation faster

and more reliable. Color-keyed connectors allow for

fewer cabling errors and noticeably shorter installation

times. Better still, no tools are required for installation or

removal of I/O wiring connectors, saving time and effort.

Entire machine modules can be cabled and transferred

into production through a streamlined commissioning

process. Bulk swing-arm kits are available to enable cable

pre-assembly, offloading repetitive tasks for your team

during panel assembly.

Emerson PACSystems™ RSTi-EP I/O High Density Plug and Play Installation

Plug and Play Installation

Consistent I/O cabling interfaces make installation faster

and more reliable. Color-keyed connectors allow for

fewer cabling errors and noticeably shorter installation

times. Better still, no tools are required for installation or

removal of I/O wiring connectors, saving time and effort.

Entire machine modules can be cabled and transferred

into production through a streamlined commissioning

process. Bulk swing-arm kits are available to enable cable

pre-assembly, offloading repetitive tasks for your team

during panel assembly.

A single row connection level

facilitates wiring, installation, and service. Separate power

supplies for inputs and outputs reduce the number of

power feed modules needed and save space; additionally,

specific sections can be activated or deactivated without

affecting production thanks to the independence of the

input and output power busses.

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