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DL05/06 PLC - Communications and Networking

Ethernet Communication Modules (H0-ECOM and H0-ECOM100)

H0-ECOM Modules
The H0-ECOM Ethernet Communication Modules represent a price breakthrough for high-speed peer-to-peer networking of PLCs. No longer are you forced to designate a single PLC to be the network master. Any PLC can initiate communications with any other PLC. PLC-to-PLC communications are accomplished using Read from Network (RX) and Write from Network (WX) instructions.

Link your PLCs with PCs using industry standard MODBUS TCP/IP protocol connected through standard cables, hubs, and repeaters. Or, use our KEPDirect I/O Server to link to your favorite HMI/SCADA, data historian, MES or ERP software to DirectLOGIC PLCs. Our LookoutDirect HMI and our DataWorx data collection software include ECOM drivers. DirectSOFT32 Programming Software can be used to monitor or update the program in any DirectLOGIC PLC on the network.

The ECOM modules slide into any option card slot of any DirectLOGIC 05 (DL05) or DirectLOGIC 06 (DL06) PLC. Use Category 5 UTP cables which can be run up to 100 meters between nodes. Use repeaters to extend distances and expand the number of nodes.

NetEdit3 Software
Free NetEdit3 Software ships with the ECOM Module User Manual. Use NetEdit3 to set up the ECOM modules for your network. Flexible addressing allows you to use your choice of protocols and identifying methods. Assign each module a number or a name or both. You don’t have to use an IP address, but you can if it’s necessary for your network. NetEdit3 uses two protocols for PC-to-PLC communications: IPX and TCP/IP. Select the one you want to use, or use them both. The NetEdit3 screen displays all identifiers and troubleshooting information for each module on the network. You can use NetEdit3 to adjust parameters for PLC-to-PLC communications by clicking on Advanced Settings. The network identifiers can also be changed from the DirectSOFT32 Programming Software.

The H0-ECOM module can accept a standard IP address and subnet mask to be used in conjunction with standard routers and switches. The H0-ECOM module supports the industry standard 10Base-T with an RJ45 port.

NEW! H0-ECOM100
The H0-ECOM100 supports the industry standard MODBUS TCP/IP Client/Server protocol in addition to the standard IP and IPX protocols. This allows a DL05 or DL06 PLC with an H0- ECOM100 module to serve as a client (master) or as a server (slave) on a MODBUS TCP/IP Ethernet network. The H0-ECOM100 can actively issue MODBUS commands to other nodes or devices on the MODBUS TCP/IP network or simply respond to connected MODBUS TCP/IP clients.

  • H0-ECOM - Ethernet Communication Module, master/ slave on an Ethernet 10Base-T network at 10 Megabaud, cable not included. Supports UDP/ IP and IPX protocols.

  • NEW! H0-ECOM100 - DL05/ DL06 Ethernet Communications Module.
    10/ 100 Mb with auto-detect, supports TCP/IP, UDP/IP, IPX and MODBUS TCP/IP application layer protocol.
    Our HA-TADP (10/ 100BaseT) PC network adapter card is compatible with the ECOM modules. See the "Communications Products" section for information on the adapter card.

H0-ECOM Ethernet Communication Module Applications

The DL05 and DL06 CPUs support the H0-ECOM Ethernet communication module. Any PLC on an ECOM network can initiate communications with another PLC or use DirectSOFT32 to program any PLC on the network, or serve data to an HMI SCADA, or business information system. Applications for the H0-ECOM include online programming of DL05/06 PLCs using DirectSOFT32 over Ethernet, and simultaneous data serving to HMI/ SCADA and information systems using OPC over Ethernet.

The H0-ECOM can accept a standard IP address and subnet mask to be used in conjunction with standard routers and switches. The H0-ECOM module supports the industry standard 10Base-T with an RJ45 port.

The H0-ECOM can be used for:

  • High-speed peer-to-peer networking of PLCs (any PLC can initiate communications)
  • CPU programming with DirectSOFT32 Programming Software
  • High-speed data acquisition via HMI, DSData Server, LookoutDirect or other HMI and/ or OPC Client/ Server software
  • Virtually unlimited number of network nodes
  • Very easy setup



NOTES:
New option modules may not be supported by CPUs purchased prior to the modules release.
Be sure to check for the latest firmware for your PLC. You can refer to the module specification page on our Web site for this information, or find it in our free catalog.
Here is the direct link to the Firmware Upgrade section of our Web site where you can find the firmware revision histories, the latest files and tools required to download the firmware into your CPU.


DL205 PLC - Communications and Networking H2-ECOM, H2-ECOM-F and H2-ECOM100


Ethernet Communications Modules The Ethernet Communication (ECOM) Modules represent a price breakthrough for high-speed peer-to-peer networking of PLCs. No longer are you forced to designate a single PLC to be the network master. Any PLC can initiate communications with any other PLC. Link your PLCs with PCs using industry standard MODBUS TCP/IP protocol (using H2-ECOM100) connected through standard cables, hubs, and repeaters. Or, use our KEPDirect I/O Server to link to your favorite HMI/SCADA, data historian, MES or ERP software to DirectLOGIC PLCs. Our LookoutDirect HMI and our DataWorx data collection software include ECOM drivers. DirectSOFT32 Programming Software can be used to monitor or update the program in any DirectLOGIC PLC on the network.

The D2-260, D2-250-1 and D2-240 CPUs support the H2-ECOM Ethernet communications module. Any PLC on an ECOM network can initiate communications with another PLC or use DirectSOFT32 to program any PLC on the network. The H2-ECOM module supports the industry standard 10BaseT with an RJ45 port. The H2-ECOM-F has ST-style bayonet connectors for 10BaseFL fiber optic connections. Ethernet Communications Modules can be used for:

  • High-speed peer-to-peer networking of PLCs
  • Fast updates with DirectSOFT32 Programming Software
  • High-performance access for Human Machine Interface (HMI), ERP, MES or other Windows-based software
  • Industry standard MODBUS TCP/IP Client/Server Protocol (H2-ECOM100)
  • Free SDK for custom drivers
  • Easy setup

MODBUS TCP/IP support H2-ECOM100 module

The H2-ECOM100 supports the industry standard MODBUS TCP/IP Client/Server protocol in addition to the standard IP and IPX protocols. This allows the DL205 PLC with an H2-ECOM100 module to serve as a client (master) or as a server (slave) on a MODBUS TCP/IP Ethernet network. The H2-ECOM100 can actively issue MODBUS commands to other nodes or devices on the MODBUS TCP/IP network or simply respond to connected MODBUS TCP/IP clients.

Choose your slot...and Get Free Software The ECOM modules plug into any I/O slot (excluding slot 0) of any local DL205 I/O base. The module maintains identification data, descriptive information, and communication parameters for PLC-to-PLC communications in flash memory. Disconnect power before installing or removing any PLC module.

NetEdit3 software
Free NetEdit3 Software ships with the ECOM User Manual. Use NetEdit3 to set up the ECOM modules for your network. Flexible addressing allows you to use your choice of protocols and identifying methods. Assign each module a number or a name or both. You don’t have to use an IP address, but you can if it’s necessary for your network. NetEdit3 uses two protocols for PC-to-PLC communications: IPX and TCP/IP. Select the one you want to use, or use them both. The NetEdit3 screen displays all identifiers and troubleshooting information for each module on the network. You can use NetEdit3 to adjust parameters for PLC-to-PLC communications by clicking on Advanced Settings. The network identifiers can also be changed from DirectSOFT32 Programming Software.

Communications accessories and kits
  • H2-ECOM-START - The H2-ECOM-START gives you everything you need to make your first Ethernet network simple to build. It contains an H2-ECOM module and instruction manual, a network adapter card (PCI) for your PC, a crossover cable, and a Software Product Showcase Demo CD. The CD contains demo versions of our software products that support the ECOM Modules. See the "Software Products" section of our Web site for more information on available software packages. NOTES: New option modules may not be supported by CPUs purchased prior to the modules release.
    Be sure to check for the latest firmware for your PLC. You can refer to the module specification page on our Web site for this information, or find it in our free catalog.
    Here is the direct link to the Firmware Upgrade section of our Web site where you can find the firmware revision histories, the latest files and tools required to download the firmware into your CPU.

h4  DL405 PLC - - Communications and Networking H4-ECOM, H4-ECOM-F and H4-ECOM100
 
Ethernet networking with the H4-ECOM"s
All DL405 CPUs support the H4-ECOM module, which makes Ethernet networking a snap. The H4-ECOM module supports industry-standard 10BaseT networking with an RJ45 port. The H4-ECOM-F has ST-style bayonet connectors for 10BaseFL fiber optic connections. The ECOM modules use standard cables, hubs and repeaters, which are available from a large number of suppliers. A virtually unlimited number of PLCs can be connected to an Ethernet network using ECOM modules.

The H4-ECOM100 Ethernet communication module for the DirectLOGIC DL405 PLC. The H4-ECOM100 can be inserted into any I/O slot of any local DL405 base, including expansion bases when using the DL450 CPU, to implement master/slave Ethernet communication at 10 or 100 Mbit data rates.  This is the fastest data transfer rate we offer for your HMI or other Windows-based software. Use DirectSOFT5 to program any PLC on the network, and when monitoring your operating PLC, you will see much faster updates with Ethernet and the ECOM module.

Does your industrial process application require Ethernet remote I/O?

DirectLOGIC 205 (DL205) PLC - Remote I/O - Ethernet

With the DL205 programmable logic controller (PLC), remote I/O applications are easy to do with remote I/O bases that can be located up to 1,200 meters (at 19.2 K baud) from the local base. We offer both serial and Ethernet Remote I/O master and slave modules. Ethernet products include those listed below.

ETHERNET MASTER AND ETHERNET BASE CONTROLLER MODULES

Ethernet Remote Master Modules (H2-ERM and H2-ERM-F)

The Ethernet Remote Master H2-ERM(-F) connects 240, D2-250, 250-1 and 260 CPU systems to slave I/O over a high-speed Ethernet link. The H2-ERM can also be used in a WinPLC system, but only one H2-ERM can be used with one slave per system.

Each ERM module can support up to 16 additional H2-EBC systems, 16 Terminator I/O EBC systems, or 16 fully expanded H4-EBC systems. Of course, combinations are fine, too. The ERM also supports Edrives. (Click on the Drives product category for details).
NOTE: Applications requiring an extremely large number of T1H-EBC analog I/O or H4-EBC 16-channel analog I/O, could exceed the buffer capacity of a single H2-ERM module. In these cases, an additional H2-ERM may be required.

The ERM connects to your control network using Category 5 UTP cables for cable runs up to 100 meters. Use repeaters to extend distances and expand the number of nodes. Our fiber optic version uses industry standard 62.5/ 125 ST-style fiber optic cables and can be run up to 2,000 meters.

The PLC, ERM and EBC slave modules work together to update the remote I/O points. These three scan cycles are occurring at the same time, but asynchronously. It is recommended that critical I/O points that must be monitored every scan be placed in the CPU base.

Networking ERMs with other Ethernet devices
It is highly recommended that a dedicated Ethernet remote I/O network be used for the ERM and its slaves. While Ethernet networks can handle a very large number of data transactions, and normally handle them very quickly, heavy Ethernet traffic can adversely affect the reliability of the slave I/O and the speed of the I/O network. Keep ERM networks, multiple ERM networks and ECOM/ office networks isolated from one another.

Software configuration
ERM Workbench is a software utility that must be used to configure the ERM and its remote Ethernet slaves. ERM workbench supports two methods of configuring the ERM I/O network:

  • ERM Workbench PLC Wizard greatly simplifies the configuration procedure when a PLC is used as the CPU interface.

  • ERM Workbench configures the I/O network whether the CPU interface is PLC or WinPLC, and allows access to all ERM I/O network parameters.

Ethernet remote I/O kits
We've added these Ethernet remote I/O kits to make it easier for you to set up remote I/O via Ethernet. These kits contain parts that are already offered separately, but we've combined them in kits to make it simpler to order the remote I/O product configurations you need.

  • H2-ERKIT-x
    Ethernet Remote I/O Kit, includes (1) H2-ERM plus "x" number of H2-EBCs by adding -1, -2, etc. as the part number suffix.
    Ethernet Remote I/O for a 10Base-T Ethernet network at 10 Megabaud, cable not included. H2-ERM must be installed in a local base, with a D2-240, D2-250(-1), D2-260 or H2-WPLCx-xx in the CPU slot. Ethernet cable connects to H2-EBCs directly or via Ethernet hub(s).

  • T12-ERKIT-x
    Ethernet Remote I/O Kit, includes (1) H2-ERM plus "x" number of T1H-EBCs by adding -1, -2, etc. as the part number suffix.
    Ethernet Remote I/O for a 10Base-T Ethernet network at 10 Megabaud, cable not included. H2-ERM must be installed in a local base, with a D2-240, D2-250(-1), D2-260 CPU or H2-WPLCx-xx in the CPU slot. Ethernet cable connects to T1H-EBCs directly or via Ethernet hub(s).

NOTE: For further details or specifications, select the "Products" tab and click on the associated product "Item Code" link, or select the "Technical Info" tab.


Ethernet Base Controllers (H2-EBC, H2-EBC100, H2-EBC-F, T1H-EBC and T1H-EBC100)

Use EBCs for PC-based control and for H*-ERM remote I/O slaves

The H2-EBC, H2-EBC100, H2-EBC-F, T1H-EBC and T1H-EBC100 Ethernet Base Controller modules (EBCs) provide a low-cost, high-performance Ethernet link between DL205 I/O and your PC-based control system or WinPLC/ DL205/ DL405 CPUs using the H*-ERM module for remote I/O. The H2-EBC100 can also be used to connect your DL205 I/O to a MODBUS TCP/IP client (master).

The H2-EBC and T1H-EBC modules support industry standard 10BaseT Ethernet communications, the H2-EBC100 supports industry standard 10/100BaseT Ethernet communications,and the H2-EBC-F module supports 10BaseFL (fiber optic) Ethernet standards. All of the EBC modules are compatible with TCP/IP, IPX and MODBUS TCP/IP (H2-EBC100 only) protocols for flexible PC communications. The T1H-EBC100 module supports TCP/ IP, UDP/ IP, IPX and the MODBUS TCP/IP application layer protocol at 100 Mbps maximum.

Easy to use, reliable and fast!
The H2-EBC(-F) and H2-EBC100 modules plug into the CPU slot of any DL205 I/O base and support all DL205 discrete and analog I/O modules, and the H2-SERIO and H2-CTRIO specialty modules. All EBC modules can be configured using NetEdit3, a free Windows software utility. The H2-EBC100 also supports HTML configuration.

Off-the-shelf solutions
You can purchase PC-based control software that is ready to use with the H2-EBC100 or H2-EBC(-F) module. PC-based control packages are equipped with compatible I/O device drivers, program development tools, and run-time environments. See the "PC-based Control Products" section of our Web site for a single-source integrated PC-based control solution that ships with everything you need to make your PC into an industrial controller. Most of the software packages allow you to connect serial devices, such as barcode readers, to the H2-EBC100 or H2-EBC(-F) serial port.

T1H-EBC as H*-ERM slave
The T1H-EBC module provides a low-cost Ethernet link between Terminator I/O and your WinPLC/ DL205/ DL405 CPUs using the H*-ERM module for remote I/O. When using a DirectLOGIC CPU with an ERM module as the network master, the T1H-EBC slave will provide faster analog I/O update times than the same CPU system with a T1K-RSSS slave system. The ERM/ EBC system can also support a much higher analog I/O count than the T1K-RSSS remote I/O system. The T1H-EBC supports the full lineup of Terminator I/O discrete and analog modules.

T1H-EBC100 as H*-ERM slave
When using a DirectLOGIC CPU with an ERM module as the network master, the T1H-EBC100 slave will provide faster analog I/O update times than a DirectLOGIC CPU system with a T1K-RSSS slave system. The ERM/ EBC system can also support a much higher analog I/O count than the T1K-RSSS remote I/O system.

EBC modules offer:

  • Lower cost on your DirectLOGIC PLC I/O system when compared to competitive I/O alternatives
  • Virtually unlimited number of I/O points
  • Deterministic I/O updates on dedicated networks
  • Fast I/O updates (less than 1 ms per base)
  • On board serial port for an operator panel, ASCII devices (serial port not supported when used with ERM module)

DL405 PLC - Remote I/O - Ethernet

With the DL405 programmable logic controller (PLC), remote I/O capability is made easy with remote master and slave modules as well as Ethernet base controllers, remote master modules, and many other options. Remote bases can be located up to 1,000 meters away. Ethernet products include those listed below.

ETHERNET REMOTE MASTER MODULES AND ETHERNET BASE CONTROLLERS

Ethernet Remote Master Modules (H4-ERM and H4-ERM-F)

The Ethernet Remote Master H4-ERM(-F) connects the DL405 family 430, 440 and 450 CPU systems to slave I/O over a high-speed Ethernet link. Each ERM module can support up to 16 additional H2-EBC systems, 16 Terminator I/O EBC systems, or 16 fully expanded H4-EBC systems. Of course, combinations are fine, too.

Ethernet remote I/O kits
We've added these Ethernet remote I/O kits to make it easier for you to set up remote I/O via Ethernet. These kits contain parts that are already offered separately, but we've combined them in kits to make it simpler to order the remote I/O product configurations you need.

  • T14-ERKIT-x
    Ethernet Remote I/O Kit, includes (1) H4-ERM plus "x" number of T1H-EBCs by adding -1, -2, etc as the part number suffix.
    Ethernet Remote I/O for a 10Base-T Ethernet network at 10 Megabaud, cable not included. H4-ERM must be installed in a local base, with a D2-240, D2-250(-1), D2-260 or H2-WPLCx-xx in the CPU slot. Ethernet cable connects to T1H-EBCs directly or via Ethernet hub(s).

NOTE: For further details or specifications, select the "Products" tab and click on the associated product "Item Code" link, or select the "Technical Info" tab.


Ethernet Base Controllers (H4-EBC, H4-EBC-F, T1H-EBC and T1H-EBC100)

The H4-EBC, H4-EBC-F, T1H-EBC and T1H-EBC100 Ethernet Base Controller modules provide a high performance, low-cost Ethernet link between your PC-based control system or H4-ERM Ethernet remote I/O system and DL405 I/O. The H4-EBC module supports industry standard 10Base-T Ethernet communications, and the H4-EBC-F module supports 10Base-FL (fiber optic) Ethernet standards. Both modules offer 10 Mbps transfer rates between your PC application and your DL405 I/O base. The T1H-EBC modules support industry standard 10BaseT Ethernet communications. The T1H-EBC100 module supports TCP/ IP, UDP/ IP, IPX and the MODBUS TCP/IP application layer protocol at 100 Mbps maximum.

T1H-EBC as H*-ERM slave
The T1H-EBC module provides a low-cost Ethernet link between Terminator I/O and your WinPLC/ DL205/ DL405 CPUs using the H*-ERM module for remote I/O. T1H-EBC modules support industry standard 10BaseT Ethernet communications. When using a DirectLOGIC CPU with an ERM module as the network master, the T1H-EBC slave will provide faster analog I/O update times than the same CPU system with a T1K-RSSS slave system. The ERM/ EBC system can also support a much higher analog I/O count than the T1K-RSSS remote I/O system. The T1H-EBC supports the full lineup of Terminator I/O discrete and analog modules.

T1H-EBC100 as H*-ERM slave
When using a DirectLOGIC CPU with an ERM module as the network master, the T1H-EBC100 slave will provide faster analog I/O update times than a DirectLOGIC CPU system with a T1K-RSSS slave system. The ERM/ EBC system can also support a much higher analog I/O count than the T1K-RSSS remote I/O system.

EBCs also offer:

  • Lower cost on your DirectLOGIC PLC I/O system when compared to competitive I/O alternatives
  • Virtually unlimited number of I/O points
  • Deterministic I/O updates on dedicated networks
  • Use off-the-shelf networking components to connect to your existing network
  • Fast I/O updates (less than 1 ms per base)
  • On-board serial port for an operator panel, ASCII devices (serial port not supported when used with the H4-ERM module)