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The High Level Analog Input subsystem for the  Pro

grammable Logic Controller (PLC) accepts analog in

puts of up to Ç10 volts full scale, or 4 to 20 milliamp

current loop signals.  These inputs are converted to

digital form for use by the CPU or other controllers

accessing analog inputs via the VME backplane.

Converted data is presented as 2’s complement (sign

+ 15 bits).  The basic converter is 14 bits resolution (1

part in 16384); an oversampling and averaging tech

nique further enhances this resolution.  Inputs are

protected against transient and steady-state overvol

tage conditions.

Analog inputs use %AI references in the program

mable controller.  A maximum of 8K words of %AI

memory is currently available in the programmable

controller.  Each input channel uses one word (16 bits)

of %AI memory.

Field wiring is made to a removable terminal board

and the module is mechanically keyed to ensure cor

rect replacement with a similar module type in the

field.  I/O references are user configurable without the

use of jumpers or DIP switches on the module.

Configuration is done using the configuration func

tion of the MS-DOS or Windows programming soft

ware running on Windows 95 or Windows NT over

Ethernet TCP/IP or through the SNP port. The Pro

gramming Software configuration function is installed

on the programming device.  The programming de

vice can be an IBM  XT, AT, PS/2  or compatible Per

sonal Computer.

Advantages include:

• Broad range of display sizes from 6″ to 12″

• Choice of Monochrome, Color-STN, or Color-TFT display

• Microsoft Windows® CE operating system

• Expandable memory & Fieldbus cards*

• Compact Flash*

• UL Class 1 Div 2 (A, B, C, D), ATEX Class 1. Zone 2. CE Mark

• Cost-effective replacement for panel operators

• Functions from data collection and trending to system security and alarming

• Built-in web server for access to data, and panels using any standard browser*

• Communication over serial, Ethernet, and communication expansion cards*

• Multi-language support selectable by the operator when the system is online

• Shared tags for increased productivity – applications

developed for QuickPanel View can share tags with other

Machine Edition applications, eliminating the need to

enter the data more than once

• Migration of applications developed with QuickDesigner

• Extensive library of pre-configured animation objects

• 2-year warranty on all models

*Available on select models. See page 2 for availability

Our Reflective Memory technology is centered 

on an innovative and efficiently designed hardware platform that is easy to use, 

provides for greater distance between nodes, high noise immunity,

optional node bypass, and no software overhead. 

Just read and write to the onboard memory and the Reflective Memory node controller does the rest.

The PMC-5565PIORC is a Reflective Memory node card in PMC format.

Reflective Memory node cards are available in multiple form factors, including PMC, PCI Express,

PCI, low profile PCI Express, and VME. The family allows computers, workstations,

 PLCs, and other embedded controllers to all share data in real-time.

The transfer of data between nodes is software transparent so no processor overhead is required.

Data written into the Reflective Memory is broadcast to all nodes on the network without further

involvement of the sending or receiving nodes. 

Benefits

• Highly scalable technology supports up to 256 nodes

• Bus independent design protects investments in your current network infrastructure

• Low latency, deterministic data transfer rate allows for predictable, high-perfor mance application

deployment 

• Seamless integration with GE Intelligent Platforms’ SBC solutions and most industry standard offerings 

• Improved PIO read performance and field upgradeable firmware

Reflective Memory is an optical ring-based, ultra high-speed shared memory network solution.

It allows a distributed network to share real-time data at a deterministic rate,

regardless of bus structures and operating systems.

With more than 15 years of experience in this field, GE Intelligent Platforms

is an original pioneer of this technology and our 5565 Reflective Memory family extends our market

leadership position. 

How do we do it? We keep it simple. 

Software

The EX2100e uses the ToolboxST* application for

configuration and diagnostics and retains all attributes for

high-speed analysis of rotating machinery and the enhanced

look-and-feel of plant-level Distributed Control System

software. For example, the ToolboxST application can analyze

and configure I/O modules, controllers, networks, and

operator stations for generator controls, turbine controls, and

balance-of-plant controls to simplify maintenance.

Proven Technology

While controllers, networks, I/O modules, and software tools

are upgraded, the heart of the system remains the same.

Proven control and protection algorithms remain unchanged.

Similarly, mission-critical power bridge technology is carried

over from the EX2100 power conversion assemblies.

In addition, control cabinet footprints are unchanged and

compliance to international regulations and standards is retained.

Benefits

 Cost effective 35A brushless dual redundant regulator

configuration

 Improved reliability and less spare parts inventory

 Less maintenance and on-going training costs with

common software tools

 Better life-cycle support with more compute power for

upgrades and simplified controller replacement

 Risk mitigation of new technology with proven algorithms

and power bridges

DualControl (Power Bridge Warm Backup)

The EX2100e Regulator system is available in a warm backup (WBU) configuration,

which includes dual exciter control I/O and protection. The control includes M1 (Master

One) and M2 (Master Two), with two IGBT bridges that can accept separate or shared ac

input power. The control configuration can also share a common dc output circuit to the

exciter field through the transfer module. M1 and M2 are independent controls, each with

automatic and manual regulator functions. Either M1 or M2 can control bridge firing, as

determined by the operator. In the WBU configuration, M1 controls bridge #1. and M2

controls bridge #2.

To process application software, two independent Universal Controller Stand-alone Board

Version B (UCSB) controllers, with separate PCMs and an output selector module (SCM

or TCM), provide the dc output current for the exciter field (or SCTcontrol winding).

The active power bridge receives the gating commands from the active control (M1 or

M2), and supports the full-field voltage and current needs of the exciter field while the

backup power bridge’s gating circuit is inhibited. The operator has full control to select

which of the dual power bridges is active or inactive. Bi-directional, bumpless transfer

between active and inactive bridges is standard. The active master can also self-diagnose

a failure or missed operation and activate the backup control and power bridge without

operator intervention.

VMEbus Backplane Interface

– The Tundra Universe II supports VME64 mode:

a32/a24/d32/d08(eo)/mblt64/blt32

Serial Ports

– Four 16550-compatible serial ports

– One RJ45 on front panel

– Three connections to P2

– Ports have independent 16-byte FIFOs and support baud rates up to 115 Kbaud

– All ports are configurable as RS232/422

PMC Expansion Slot

– One 5V PMC expansion slot (IEEE 1386.1)

Programmable Timers

– Two 16-bit and two 32-bit timers

– Mapped to PCI memory space

– Fully software programmable to generate PCI bus interrupts

Watchdog timer

– Programmable intervals

– Interrupt and board reset triggers

Dimensions

– 6U (4HP) Single Slot Eurocard Form Factor

– Height 9.2 inches (233.4 mm)

– Depth 6.3 inches (160 mm)

– Thickness 0.8 inches (20.3 mm)

Power Requirements

– +5 VDC (+5/-2.5%), 4.0 A (typical), 5.4 A (maximum)

– +12 VDC (+/-5%), less than 1 mA

-12 VDC (+/-5%), less than 1 mA

Note: VME interface only allows lower voltages of -4.875

Note: PMC sites with power requirements are not included.

Dimensions

– 6U (4HP) Single Slot Eurocard Form Factor

– Height 9.2 inches (233.4 mm)

– Depth 6.3 inches (160 mm)

– Thickness 0.8 inches (20.3 mm)

Power Requirements

– +5 VDC (+5/-2.5%), 4.0 A (typical), 5.4 A (maximum)

– +12 VDC (+/-5%), less than 1 mA

-12 VDC (+/-5%), less than 1 mA

Note: VME interface only allows lower voltages of -4.875

Note: PMC sites with power requirements are not included.

Specification

Processor

– Intel Pentium M at 1.1 GHz, 1.4 GHz or 1.8 GHz

– Good thermal characteristics

– 2 Mbyte L2 cache (1.4 GHz and 1.8 GHz options) and 1 Mbyte (1.1 GHz option)

– 400 MHz system and memory bus

SDRAM

– Maximum memory configuration of 1.5 Gbyte DDR SDRAM with optional ECC support

Compact Flash

– CompactFlash up to 2 Gbyte accessible via auxiliary IDE port

– CompactFlash can be configured as a boot device via BIOS Boot Device Setup

BIOS

– The V7807RC system BIOS and video BIOS are provided by reprogrammable flash memory.

Ethernet

– Dual Gigabit Ethernet interfaces using the Intel 82546EB, with one port connected to the front panel and

the second port connected to P2

– Both Gigabit Ethernet ports can be routed to the optional VITA 31.1-capable P0 interface.

– One 10/100 Mbit Ethernet port on the front panel using the Intel 82551ER

USB ports

– Four USB ports, two to the front panel and two to the P2

– Supported USB features include

– Asynchronous data transfer

– Asynchronous messaging

– Self-recognition and configuration of peripheral devices

– Dynamic (hot) connections

Hot Standby CPU Redundancy Features 

For details on the configuration and operation of a Hot Standby CPU redundancy system, refer to the

PACSystems 

Hot Standby CPU Redundancy User’s Manual, GFK-2308. 

▪ Supports single and redundant Ethernet remote I/O LANs through Ethernet Network Interface Unit

(ENIU) modules 

▪ Supports simplex and redundantly controlled PROFINET remote IO (requires firmware version 8.00 or

later) 

▪ Survives any one single point of failure 

▪ Bumpless switching 

o Synchronized CPUs 

o One scan switching 

o Transfer data size up to 2Mbytes; selected in CPU hardware configuration and in variable properties 

▪ Supports two redundancy communications links 

▪ Online repair of failed component 

▪ Online programming 

▪ Redundancy Memory Xchange Module 

o Manual toggle switch for role switching, which transitions control from the active unit to the backup

unit 

o Redundancy status LEDs  

▪ Application-initiated role switching to switch the active unit to backup status 

▪ Redundancy status bits and message logging 

▪ Memory error checking and correction (ECC) single bit correcting and multiple bit checking 

▪ Background diagnostics

RX3i System Manual, GFK-2314F or later. 

▪ Supports up to 512 program blocks. Maximum size for a block is 128KB. 

▪ CPU firmware may be upgraded in the field. 

▪ CPU supports firmware upgrades of modules in its backplane. 

▪ Two serial ports: an RS-485 serial port and an RS-232 serial port. 

▪ Ethernet communications via the rack-based Ethernet 

Interface module (IC695ETM001). For details on Ethernet 

capabilities, refer to PACSystems RX7i & RX3i TCP/IP 

Ethernet Communications User Manual, GFK-2224. 

▪ Time Synchronization to SNTP Time Server on Ethernet 

network when used with Ethernet Release 5.0 or later. 

▪ Compliant with EU RoHS Directive 2002/95/EC using the 

following exemptions identified in the Annex: 7(a), 7(c)-I, & 7(c)-III.