User Manual

Original Instructions

ControlLogix 5580 Controllers

Catalog Numbers 1756-L81E, 1756-L82E, 1756-L83E, 1756-L84E, 1756-L85E
Important User Information
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and standards.

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 Table of Contents

Preface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Summary of Changes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
ControlLogix 5580 Controllers Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Before You Begin. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Required Software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Additional Resources . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Chapter 1
ControlLogix System and Minimum Requirements. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Controllers ControlLogix System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Configuration Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Design a ControlLogix System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
ControlLogix 5580 Controller Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
System, Communication, and Programming Features. . . . . . . . . 15
Direct connection to an EtherNet/IP Network . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Secure Digital (SD) Card. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Chapter 2
Configure Communication Drivers Configure the Ethernet Communication Driver . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
on Your Workstation Configure the USB Communication Driver . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

Chapter 3
Start Using the Controller Connect to the Controller . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Connect to an EtherNet/IP Network . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Connect a USB Cable. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Update Controller Firmware . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Determine Required Controller Firmware . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Obtain Controller Firmware . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Use ControlFLASH Software to Update Firmware. . . . . . . . . . . 31
Use AutoFlash to Update Firmware. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Create a Logix Designer Application Project. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
Go Online with the Controller . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Use a Recent Communications Path . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Download to the Controller . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Use the Who Active Dialog Box to Download . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Use the Controller Status Menu to Download . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
Upload from the Controller. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
Use the Who Active Dialog Box to Upload . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
Use the Controller Status Menu to Upload . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
Choose the Controller Operation Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
Change the Operation Mode: Mode Switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
Change the Operation Mode: Logix Designer Application . . . . 45
Load or Store to the Memory Card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
Store to the Memory Card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46

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Load from the Memory Card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49

Other Memory Card Tasks. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
Reset Button. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52
Stage 1 Reset . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
Stage 2 Reset . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54
Disable the Ethernet Port . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55

Chapter 4
Communication Networks Networks Available. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
EtherNet/IP Network Communication. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58
ControlLogix EtherNet/IP Network Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58
EtherNet/IP Network Communication Rates . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59
ControlLogix EtherNet/IP Communication Modules . . . . . . . . 62
Software for EtherNet/IP Networks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63
Double Data Rate (DDR) Backplane Communication . . . . . . . 63
ControlNet Network Communication . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64
ControlLogix ControlNet Module Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65
ControlLogix ControlNet Modules . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65
Software for ControlNet Networks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65
DeviceNet Network Communication. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66
ControlLogix DeviceNet Module Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66
ControlLogix DeviceNet Bridge Module and Linking Devices 67
Software for DeviceNet Networks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67
Connections Over DeviceNet Networks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67
ControlLogix DeviceNet Module Memory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67
Data Highway Plus (DH+) Network Communication . . . . . . . . . . . 68
Communicate Over a DH+ Network . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69
Universal Remote I/O (RIO) Communication . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70
Communicate Over a Universal Remote I/O Network . . . . . . . 71
Foundation Fieldbus Communication . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72
HART Communication . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73

Chapter 5
Manage Controller Connection Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75
Communication Nodes on an EtherNet/IP Network. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76
Devices Included in the Node Count. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76
Devices Excluded from the Node Count. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77
Controller Communication Interaction with Control Data. . . . . . . 78
Produce and Consume (Interlock) Data. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79
Requested Packet Interval (RPI) of Multicast Tags . . . . . . . . . . . 80
Send and Receive Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81
Determine Whether to Cache Message Connections . . . . . . . . . 82
Socket Interface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 82

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Chapter 6
I/O Modules Selecting ControlLogix
I/O Modules. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83
Electronic Keying. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84
Local I/O Modules . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85
Add Local I/O to the I/O Configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85
Remote I/O Modules. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87
Add Remote I/O to the Ethernet Port on the Controller . . . . . 88
Add Remote I/0 to a Local Communication Module . . . . . . . . . 90
Add to the I/O Configuration While Online . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94
Modules and Devices that Can be Added While Online . . . . . . 94
Determine When Data is Updated. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95
Input Data Update Flowchart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95
Output Data Update Flowchart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96

Chapter 7
Develop Applications Elements of a Control Application. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97
Tasks. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 98
Task Priority . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101
Programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101
Scheduled and Unscheduled Programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 103
Routines. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104
Parameters and Local Tags . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 105
Programming Languages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 106
Add-On Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 107
Extended Properties . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 108
Access the Module Object from an Add-On Instruction . . . . . . . . . 109
Create the Add-On Instruction. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 109
Monitoring Controller Status . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 110
Monitoring I/O Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 110
Determine if I/O Communication Has Timed Out . . . . . . . . . 111
Determine if I/O Communication to a Specific I/O Module has
Timed Out. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 112
Automatic Handling of I/O Module Connection Faults . . . . . 112
Sample Controller Projects . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 113

Chapter 8
Develop Motion Applications Motion Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 115
Motion Applications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 116
Program Motion Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 116
Example . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 117
Obtain Axis Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 118

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Chapter 9
Troubleshoot the Controller Controller Diagnostics with Logix Designer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 119
Warning Symbol and Controller State Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . 119
I/O Module Properties Tab . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 120
Notification in the Tag Editor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 121
Enable Major Fault on Controller. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 121
Port Diagnostics. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 122
Advanced Time Sync . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 124
Controller Diagnostics with RSLinx Software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 126
General Tab. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 127
Port Diagnostics Tab . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 127
Connection Manager Tab . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 129
USB Tab. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 130
Controller Web Pages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 131
Tasks Webpage. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 132
Browse Chassis Webpage. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 133

Appendix A
Status Indicators 4-Character Status Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 136
General Status Messages. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 136
Fault Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 138
Major Fault Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 139
I/O Fault Codes. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 141
Controller Status Indicators. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 144
RUN Indicator. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 144
FORCE Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 144
SD Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 144
OK Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 145
EtherNet/IP Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 145
Thermal Monitoring and Thermal Fault Behavior . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 146

Appendix B
Security Options Disable the Ethernet Port . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 147
Disable the 4-character Status Display. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 149
Disable the 4-character Display Entirely . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 150
Disable a Subset of the 4-character Display Information . . . . . 152
Disable the Controller Web Pages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 154

Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 157

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Summary of Changes This manual contains new and updated information as indicated in the
following table.

Topic Page
Updated tables with new maximum number of EtherNet/IP nodes supported in Version 30 or later. 15, 76
Added the 1756-IF16IH module to the list of supported HART devices. 73

ControlLogix 5580 This manual explains how to use standard ControlLogix 5580 controllers.
Controllers Overview Table 1 - ControlLogix Catalog Numbers
Cat. No.(1)
1756-L81E, 1756-L82E, 1756-L83E, 1756-L84E, 1756-L85E
(1) Catalog numbers followed by a K indicate a conformal coating option.

Before You Begin Before you begin using your ControlLogix controller, verify that you have the
applications that are required to configure and program the controller.

Required Software

Use Table 2 to identify the minimum software versions that are required to use
your ControlLogix controller.
Table 2 - Required Software for Controller Use
Cat. No. Studio 5000 Logix Designer RSLinx Classic ControlFLASH
1756-L81E Version 29.00.00 or later Version 3.80 or later Version 13.00.00 or later
1756-L82E Version 29.00.00 or later Version 3.80 or later Version 13.00.00 or later
1756-L83E Version 28.00.00 or later Version 3.80 or later Version 13.00.00 or later
1756-L84E Version 29.00.00 or later Version 3.80 or later Version 13.00.00 or later
1756-L85E Version 28.00.00 or later Version 3.80 or later Version 13.00.00 or later

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Additional Resources These documents contain additional information concerning related products
from Rockwell Automation.

Table 3 - Additional Resources

Resource Description
ControlLogix 5580 Controllers Installation Provides installation instructions for ControlLogix 5580
Instructions, publication 1756-IN043 controllers.
1756 ControlLogix Controllers Technical Data, Provides specifications for ControlLogix controllers.
publication 1756-TD001
1756 ControlLogix I/O Specifications Technical Data, Provides specifications for ControlLogix I/O modules.
publication 1756-TD002
EtherNet/IP Communication Modules in 5000 Series How to install and configure the 5069-AEN2TR EtherNet/IP
Systems User Manual, publication ENET-UM004 adapter.
5069 I/O Modules Specifications Technical Data, Provides 5069-AEN2TR EtherNet/IP Adapter and
publication 5069-TD001 5069 Compact I/O specifications.
ControlLogix Analog I/O Modules User Manual, Provides information about analog I/O module
publication 1756-UM009 configuration properties.
ControlLogix Chassis and Power Supply Installation Describes how to install and troubleshoot standard and
Instructions, publication 1756-IN005 ControlLogix-XT versions of the 1756 chassis and power
supplies, including redundant power supplies.
ControlLogix Peer I/O Control Application Technique, Describes typical peer control applications and provides
publication 1756-AT016 details about how to configure I/O modules for peer control
operation.
ControlLogix System Selection Guide, Provides information about designing and selecting
publication 1756-SG001 components for your ControlLogix system.
Ethernet Design Considerations Reference Manual, Provides additional information about network design for
publication ENET-RM002 your system.
ControlNet Network Configuration User Manual, Provides information about ControlNet networks.
publication CNET-UM001
DeviceNet Media Design Installation Guide, Provides information about DeviceNet networks.
publication DNET-UM072
FOUNDATION Fieldbus Design Considerations This document provides design choices and best practices
Reference Manual, PROCES-RM005 for implementing a FOUNDATION Fieldbus network with
the 1788-EN2FFR or 1788-CN2FFR linking devices.
Integrated Architecture and CIP Sync Configuration Describes how to configure CIP Sync with Integrated
Application Technique, publication IA-AT003 Architecture products and applications.
Integrated Motion on the EtherNet/IP Network Details how to design your ControlLogix system for
Configuration and Startup User Manual, Integrated Motion on the EtherNet/IP network
publication MOTION-UM003 applications.
Logix5000 Controllers Design Considerations Provides information to help design and plan Logix
Reference Manual, publication 1756-RM094 systems.
Logix5000 Controllers Add-On Instructions Provides more information about using add-on
Programming Manual, publication 1756-PM010 instructions.
Logix5000 Controllers I/O and Tag Data Programming Describes how to create and configure program tags for
Manual, publication 1756-PM004 optimal task and program execution.
Logix5000 Controllers Major, Minor and I/O Faults Provides more information for I/O faults.
Programming Manual, publication 1756-PM014
Logix5000 Controllers Messages Programming Provides information for controller messages.
Manual, publication 1756-PM012
Logix5000 Controllers Motion Instructions Reference Provides programmers with details about the motion
Manual, publication MOTION-RM002 instructions that are available for a Logix5000 controller.
Logix5000 Controllers Nonvolatile Memory Card Provides information about how to change the project that
Programming Manual, publication 1756-PM017 is available to load from nonvolatile memory,

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Table 3 - Additional Resources (continued)

Resource Description
Logix5000 Controllers Produced and Consumed Tags Provides more information for produced and consumed
Programming Manual, publication 1756-PM011 tags.
Motion Coordinate System User Manual, Details how to create and configure a coordinated motion
publication MOTION-UM002 application system.
Runtime/On-line Addition of ControlLogix (1756) Provides information for adding to the I/O Configuration
I/O over ControlNet and EtherNet/IP White Paper, while online.
publication LOGIX-WP006
Using Logix5000 Controllers as Masters or Slaves on For more information about using Modbus sample
Modbus Application Solution, publication CIG-AP129 programs.
Guidance for Selecting Cables for EtherNet/IP Provides information on how to select cabling based on the
Networks, publication ENET-WP007-EN-P application, environmental conditions, and mechanical
requirements.
Industrial Automation Wiring and Grounding Provides general guidelines for installing a Rockwell
Guidelines Application Data, publication 1770-4.1 Automation industrial system.
Product Certifications website, Provides declarations of conformity, certificates, and other
http://www.rockwellautomation.com/ certification details.
rockwellautomation/certification/overview.page

You can view or download publications at

http://www.rockwellautomation.com/literature/.

To order paper copies of technical documentation, contact your local

Allen-Bradley distributor or Rockwell Automation sales representative.

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 Preface

Notes:

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ControlLogix System and Controllers

This chapter describes features and functions that are associated with the
ControlLogix 5580 controllers.

Topic Page
Minimum Requirements 11
ControlLogix System 11
Design a ControlLogix System 14
ControlLogix 5580 Controller Features 15

Minimum Requirements The controllers have these minimum requirements.

Minimum operating requirements:

ControlLogix Chassis, Series C (Series B chassis function within a
derated temperature range)
ControlLogix Chassis Power Supply

Additional minimum requirements to configure the controller for

operation:
Studio 5000 Logix Designer application, version 28 or later
RSLinx Classic software, version 3.80 or later
ControlFLASH software, version 13.00 or later

ControlLogix System The ControlLogix system is chassis-based, which provides options for
configuring a variety of communications and I/O capabilities. The controller
supports multiple programming languages that enable sequential, process,
motion, and drive control.

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Configuration Options

This section describes some of the many system configuration options that are
available with ControlLogix controllers.

Standalone Controller and I/O

One of the simplest ControlLogix configurations is a standalone controller

with I/O assembled in one chassis.

Figure 1 - Standalone Controller and I/O

Logix5585 TM
DC INPUT DC INPUT AC OUTPUT
SAFETY ON

NET
0000 LINK

RUN FORCE SD OK

Multiple Controllers in One Chassis

For some applications, you can use multiple controllers in one ControlLogix
chassis. The following example shows a ControlLogix 5580 controller
connecting directly to the EtherNet/IP Network, and a ControlLogix 5570
controller connecting to the network through a 1756-EN2TR module.

Figure 2 - Multiple Controllers in One Chassis

ControlLogix 5580 Controller

Logix5585E Logix5585E
SAFETY ON SAFETY ON
NET NET

LINK LINK

LNK1 LNK2 NET OK 5069-IB16 5069-FPD 5069-ARM

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PanelView Plus 7 2

COMPACT I/O

1 Gbps 100 Mbps 1 Gbps

Stratix 5410
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13 16 17 100/1000 SFP 20 21 24 25 100/1000 SFP+ 28 Console Alarm

Stratix 5700

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Multiple Devices Connected via Multiple Networks

For some applications, various devices can be connected to the ControlLogix

chassis via multiple communication networks. For example, a system can be
connected to the following:
Distributed I/O via an Ethernet network
A PowerFlex drive connected via a DeviceNet network
Distributed I/O via a ControlNet network.
Flowmeters that are connected via a HART connection

Figure 3 - Multiple Devices Connected Via Multiple Networks

1756-EN2TR
1756-CN2R

1756-EN2T

1756-IF8H
1756-L85E

1756-DNB

HART
DeviceNet

Endress + Hauser Flowmeters

Ethernet

PowerFlex Drive
ControlNet

FLEX I/O FactoryTalk Server

Ethernet Device-level
Ring Network

POINT I/O

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Design a ControlLogix System When you design a ControlLogix system, there are several system components
to consider for your application:
I/O devices
Motion control axes and drives
Communication modules
Controllers
Chassis
Power supplies
Studio 5000 Logix Designer Application

For more information to design and select components for your ControlLogix
system, see:
1756 ControlLogix Controllers Technical Data,
publication 1756-TD001
1756 ControlLogix I/O Specifications Technical Data,
publication 1756-TD002
5069 I/O Modules Specifications Technical Data,
publication 5069-TD001

See the Additional Resources section in the preface for more information if
you are designing your ControlLogix System for any of the following
applications:
Motion with Integrated Motion on the EtherNet/IP network
Motion with the use of a coordinate system

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ControlLogix 5580 Controller The ControlLogix 5580 controllers are part of the Logix5000 family of
controllers. The sections that follow describe these features of the controllers.
Features
Topic Page
System, Communication, and Programming Features 15
Direct connection to an EtherNet/IP Network 15
Secure Digital (SD) Card 16

System, Communication, and Programming Features

This table lists the system, communication, and programming features

available with ControlLogix controllers.
Table 1 - 1756-L81E, 1756-L82E, 1756-L83E, 1756-L84E, 1756-L85E Controller Features

Feature Version 28 Version 29 Version 30 or later

Controller tasks 32 tasks
1000 programs/task
Event tasks: all event triggers
Communication ports 1 - USB port, 2.0 full-speed, Type B
1 - EtherNet/IP port: 10 Mbps, 100 Mbps, 1 Gbps link speeds
Communication options EtherNet/IP
ControlNet
DeviceNet
Data Highway Plus
Remote I/O
SynchLink
Third-party process and device networks
EtherNet/IP nodes supported, max 1756-L83E: 100 1756-L81E: 60 1756-L81E: 100
1756-L85E: 300 1756-L82E: 80 1756-L82E: 175
1756-L83E: 100 1756-L83E: 250
1756-L84E: 150 1756-L84E: 250
1756-L85E: 300 1756-L85E: 300
Integrated motion Integrated Motion on the EtherNet/IP network
Programming languages Ladder Diagram (LD)
Structured Text (ST)
Function Block Diagram (FBD)
Sequential Function Chart (SFC)

Direct connection to an EtherNet/IP Network

The controller connects directly to an EtherNet/IP network through the
onboard Ethernet port. The controller supports 10 Mbps, 100 Mbps, and
1 Gbps link network speeds. A separate Ethernet communication module is
not required in the local chassis.

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Secure Digital (SD) Card

The ControlLogix 5580 controllers ship with an SD card installed. We

recommend that you leave the SD card installed, so if a fault occurs, diagnostic
data is automatically written to the card. Rockwell Automation can then use
the data to help investigate the cause of the fault.

We recommend that you use the SD card available from Rockwell Automation
(catalog number 1784-SD2). While other SD cards can be used with the
controller, Rockwell Automation has not tested the use of those cards with the
controller and you could experience data corruption or loss.

SD cards that are not provided by Rockwell Automation can have different
industrial, environmental, and certification ratings as those cards that are
available from Rockwell Automation. These cards can have difficulty with
survival in the same industrial environments as the industrially rated versions
available from Rockwell Automation.

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Configure Communication Drivers on Your

Workstation

Before you can connect to the controller through the EtherNet/IP or USB
port, you must configure the EtherNet/IP or USB driver in RSLinx software
on your workstation.

Topic Page
Configure the Ethernet Communication Driver 18
Configure the USB Communication Driver 20

A workstation needs at least one of these drivers to perform these tasks:

Upload and download Studio 5000 Logix Designer project information

to controllers.
Connecting RSNetWorx for EtherNet/IP to the Ethernet network for
online monitoring of network resource utilization.
Collect controller data for electronic operator interfaces over an
Ethernet network. For example, PanelView Plus terminals and
FactoryTalk View visualization software.
Update the firmware on the controller via ControlFLASH software or
Studio 5000 Logix Designer programming software.

A workstation running Studio 5000 Logix Designer programming software

can use either the EtherNet/IP or USB communication driver:
The Ethernet drivers support run-time communications such as
electronic operator interfaces.
Ethernet drivers require that both the workstation and the controller
have been configured.
Ethernet drivers allow communications over longer distances.
USB is a convenient method to connect to an unconfigured controller,
so that you can configure the Ethernet port on the controller.
USB is a convenient method to connect to a controller when the
Ethernet port configuration is unknown.
USB should not be used for run-time connections (such as electronic
operator interfaces); it is a temporary-use only connection with a limited
cabling distance.

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Configure the Ethernet Before you add a driver, confirm that these conditions exist:
Communication Driver The workstation is properly connected to the Ethernet network.

The IP address and other network parameters are correctly configured

for the workstation.

To configure the EtherNet/IP driver, follow these steps.

1. From the Communications menu, choose Configure Drivers.

The Configure Drivers dialog box appears.

2. From the Available Driver Types pull-down menu, choose EtherNet/IP
Driver.
3. Click Add New.

The Add New RSLinx Driver dialog box appears.

4. Type a name for the new driver and click OK.

The Configure driver dialog box appears.

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5. Click Browse Local Subnet.

TIP To view devices on another subnet or VLAN from the workstation running
RSLinx software, click Browse Remote Subnet.

6. Select the Driver that you want to use.

7. Click OK to close the dialog box.

The new driver is available.

8. On the Configure Drivers dialog box, click Close.

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Configure the USB To configure RSLinx software to use a USB port, you must first configure a
USB driver.
Communication Driver
To configure a USB driver, perform this procedure.

1. Connect your controller and workstation by using a USB cable.

The Found New Hardware Wizard dialog box appears.

2. Click any of the Windows Update connection options and click Next.

TIP If the software for the USB driver is not found and the installation is canceled, verify
that you have installed RSLinx Classic software, version 3.80 or later.

3. Click Install the software automatically (Recommended) and click

Next.
The software is installed.

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4. Click Finish to configure your USB driver.

To browse to your controller in RSLinx software, click the RSWho icon.

The RSLinx Workstation organizer appears.

Virtual Chassis Driver

USB Port Driver

Your controller appears under two drivers, a virtual chassis and the USB port.
You can use either driver to browse to your controller.

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Topic Page
Connect to the Controller 23
Update Controller Firmware 30
Create a Logix Designer Application Project 36
Go Online with the Controller 37
Download to the Controller 39
Upload from the Controller 40
Choose the Controller Operation Mode 43
Load or Store to the Memory Card 46
Reset Button 52
Disable the Ethernet Port 55

Connect to the Controller Before you can begin using your controller, you must make a connection to the
controller. Make sure you have already configured the EtherNet/IP or
USB communication drivers (see Configure Communication Drivers on Your
Workstation on page 17)

Connection options with the ControlLogix 5580 controller include the

following:

The controller has an Ethernet port that supports 10 Mbps, 100 Mbps,
or 1 Gbps. See Connect to an EtherNet/IP Network on page 24.

The controller has a USB port that uses a Type B receptacle. The port is
USB 2.0 compatible and runs at 12 Mbps. See Connect a USB Cable on
page 29.

Install and configure a communication module in the chassis with the

controller as described in the installation instructions for the
communication module.

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Connect to an EtherNet/IP Network

WARNING: If you connect or disconnect the communications cable with

power applied to this module or any device on the network, an electrical arc
can occur. This could cause an explosion in hazardous location installations.
Be sure that power is removed or the area is nonhazardous before
proceeding.

If you are connecting the controller directly to an EtherNet/IP network, then

connect a CAT 5e or CAT 6 Ethernet cable with an RJ45 connector to the
Ethernet port on the controller.

For information on how to select the proper cable, see Guidance for Selecting
Cables for EtherNet/IP Networks, publication ENET-WP007-EN-P.

Determine Network Parameters

To operate an EtherNet/IP network, you must define these parameters.

EtherNet/IP Network Parameter Description
IP address The IP address uniquely identifies the module. The IP address is in the form xxx.xxx.xxx.xxx where each xxx is a number from 000255.
There are some reserved values that you cannot use as the first octet in the address. These numbers are examples of values you
cannot use:
001.xxx.xxx.xxx
127.xxx.xxx.xxx
223 to 255.xxx.xxx.xxx
The specific reserved values that cannot be used vary according to the conditions of each application. The previous values are only
examples of reserved values.
Subnet mask The subnet mask divides IP addresses into a network address and a host address. It defines whether the controller exchanges Ethernet
packets directly with another device, or whether it routes packets through the Gateway. This field is set to 0.0.0.0 by default.
Gateway A gateway connects individual physical networks into a system of networks. When a node communicates with a node on another
network, a gateway transfers the data between the two networks. This field is set to 0.0.0.0 by default.

If you use DNS addressing, or reference the controller via host name in MSG
instructions, define these parameters.
Table 2 - EtherNet/IP Network Parameters for DNS Addressing
EtherNet/IP Network Parameter Description
Host name A host name is part of a text address that identifies the host for a module. The full text address of a module is
host_name.domain_name.
Domain name A domain name is part of a text address that identifies the domain in which the module resides. The full text address of a module is
host_name.domain_name. The domain name has a 48-character limit.
If you specify a DNS server, you must type a domain name. Also, if you send email from the module, some mail relay servers require a
domain name during the initial handshake of the SMTP session.
Primary DNS server address An address that an identifies any DNS servers that are used in the network. You must have a DNS server if you specified a domain name
or a host name in the module configuration. The DNS server converts the domain name or host name to an IP address that is used by the
Secondary DNS server address network.
For more information on DNS addressing, see page 28.

Check with your Ethernet network administrator to determine if you must

specify these parameters.

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Set the Network IP Address with the BOOTP/DHCP Server

ControlLogix 5580 controllers are set to DHCP by default.

The BOOTP/DHCP server is a standalone server that you can use to set an IP
address. When used, the BOOTP/DHCP server sets an IP address and other
Transport Control Protocol (TCP) parameters.

Access the BOOTP/DHCP server from one of these locations:

Programs > Rockwell Software > BOOTP-DHCP Server
If you have not installed the server, you can download and install it from
http://www.ab.com/networks/ethernet/bootp.html.

Tools directory on the Studio 5000 environment installation CD

IMPORTANT Before you start the BOOTP/DHCP server, make sure that you have the
module hardware (MAC) address. The hardware address is on a label on the
side of the controller, and uses an address in a format similar to the
following:
00-00-BC-14-55-35

To set the IP address with a BOOTP/DHCP server, follow these steps.

1. Connect your workstation to the Ethernet network where the controller

appears.
2. Start the BOOTP/DHCP software.

The MAC address of the controller appears in the Request History

window.
3. Select the appropriate controller.

4. Click Add to Relation List.

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The New Entry dialog box appears.

5. Type an IP Address, Hostname, and Description for the module.

6. Click OK.
7. To assign this configuration to the module, wait for the module to
appear in the Relation List panel and select it.
8. Click Disable BOOTP/DHCP.

The module now uses the assigned configuration and does not issue a
BOOTP or DHCP request.

IMPORTANT If you do not click Disable BOOTP/DHCP, then on a power cycle the host clears
the current IP configuration and begins sending DHCP requests again.

Use DHCP Software

Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP) software automatically

assigns IP addresses to client stations logging on to a TCP/IP network. DHCP
is based on BOOTP and maintains some backward compatibility. The main
difference is that BOOTP allows for manual configuration (static), while
DHCP allows for both static and dynamic allocation of network addresses and
configurations to newly attached modules.

ATTENTION: The controller must be assigned a fixed network address.

The IP address of this controller must not be dynamically provided.
Failure to observe this precaution can result in unintended machine motion
or loss of process control.

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Duplicate IP Address Detection

The controller verifies that its IP address does not match any other network
device IP address when you perform either of these tasks:

Connect the module to a EtherNet/IP network.

Change the controller IP address.

If the controller IP address matches that of another device on the network, the
controller EtherNet/IP port transitions to Conflict mode. In Conflict mode,
these conditions exist:

Network (NET) status indicator is solid red.

The 4-character display indicates the conflict.

The display scrolls: <IP_address_of_this_module> Duplicate IP

<Mac_address_of_duplicate_node_detected>

For example: 192.168.1.1 Duplicate IP - 00:00:BC:02:34:B4

Duplicate IP Address Resolution

When two devices on a network have IP addresses that conflict, the resolution
depends on the conditions in which the duplication is detected. This table
describes how duplicate IP addresses are resolved.

Duplicate IP Address Detection Conditions Resolution Process

Both devices support duplicate IP address detection. 1. The device that began operation first uses the IP address and continues to operate without interruption.
Second device is added to the network after the first 2. The device that begins operation second detects the duplication and enters Conflict mode.
device is operating on the network. To assign a new IP address to the controller and leave Conflict mode, see Set the Network IP Address with the
BOOTP/DHCP Server on page 25.
Both devices support duplicate IP address detection Both EtherNet/IP devices enter Conflict mode.
Both devices were powered up at approximately the To resolve this conflict, follow these steps:
same time. a. Assign a new IP address to the controller. See Set the Network IP Address with the BOOTP/DHCP Server on
page 25.
b. Cycle power to the other device.
One device supports duplicate IP address detection and a 1. Regardless of which device obtained the IP address first, the device that does not support IP address detection uses
second device does not the IP address and continues to operate without interruption.
2. The device that supports duplicate IP address detection detects the duplication and enters Conflict mode.
To assign a new IP address to the controller and leave Conflict mode, see Set the Network IP Address with the
BOOTP/DHCP Server on page 25.

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DNS Addressing

You can also use DNS addressing to specify a host name for a controller, a
domain name, and DNS servers. DNS addressing makes it possible to
configure similar network structures and IP address sequences under different
domains.

DNS addressing is necessary only if you refer to the controller by host name,
such as in path descriptions in MSG instructions.

To use DNS addressing, follow these steps.

1. Assign a host name to the controller.

A network administrator can assign a host name. Valid host names must
be IEC-1131-3 compliant.
2. Configure the controller parameters.
3. Configure the IP address, subnet mask, gateway address, a host name for
the controller, domain name, and primary/secondary DNS server
addresses.

In the DNS server, the host name must match the IP address of the
controller.
4. In the Logix Designer application, add the controller to the I/O
configuration tree.

IMPORTANT If a child module resides in the same domain as its parent module, type the
host name. If the domain of the child module differs from the domain of its
parent module, type the host name and the domain name
(hostname.domainname)

IMPORTANT You can also use DNS addressing in a module profile in the I/O configuration
tree or in a message path. If the domain name of the destination module
differs from the domain name of the source module, then use a fully qualified
DNS name (hostname.domainname). For example, to send a message from
EN2T1.location1.companyA to EN2T1.location2.companyA, the host names
match, but the domains differ. Without the entry of a fully qualified DNS
name, the module adds the default domain name to the specified host name.

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Connect a USB Cable

To use the USB port of the controller, you must have RSLinx software
installed on your workstation. Use a USB cable to connect your workstation to
the USB port. With this connection, you can update firmware and download
programs to the controller directly from your workstation.

ATTENTION: The USB port is intended only for temporary local

programming purposes and not intended for permanent connection. The
USB cable is not to exceed 3.0 m (9.84 ft) and must not contain hubs.

WARNING: Do not use the USB port in hazardous locations.

Figure 4 - USB Connection

Logix5
585

0000 NET

LINK

RUN FORC
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REM
RUN
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Update Controller Firmware To update controller firmware, use one of these tools:
ControlFLASH software
AutoFlash feature of the Logix Designer application

To update your controller firmware, complete these tasks:

Determine Required Controller Firmware
Obtain Controller Firmware
Either Use ControlFLASH Software to Update Firmware or Use
AutoFlash to Update Firmware

Determine Required Controller Firmware

IMPORTANT The controller must be in Remote Program or Program mode and all major
recoverable faults must be cleared to accept updates.

The firmware major revision level must match the software major version level.
For example, if the controller firmware revision is 28.xxx, you must use the
Logix Designer application, version 28.

Obtain Controller Firmware

You can obtain controller firmware in these ways:

Firmware is packaged as part of the Studio 5000 Logix Designer
environment installation.

IMPORTANT The firmware that is packaged with the software installation is the initial
release of the controller firmware. Subsequent firmware revisions to address
anomalies may be released during a products life.
We recommend that you check the Product Compatibility and Download
Center (PCDC) to determine if later revisions of the controller firmware are
available. For more information, see the next bullet.

From the Rockwell Automation Product Compatibility and Download

Center (PCDC).

You can check for available revisions of controller firmware, and

download controller firmware, associated files, and product release
notes.

To visit PCDC, go to http://compatibility.rockwellautomation.com/

Pages/home.aspx.

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Use ControlFLASH Software to Update Firmware

To update your controller firmware with ControlFLASH software, complete

these steps.

ATTENTION: If the Secure Digital Card is locked and set to load on power-up,
then this update may be overwritten by firmware on the SD card.

1. Verify that the network connection is made and the network driver has
been configured in RSLinx software.
2. From the Windows Start Menu, click FLASH Programming Tools >
ControlFLASH.

3. Click Next.

4. Select the catalog number of your controller, and click Next.

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5. Expand the network driver to locate your controller.

6. Select the controller, and click Next.

7. Select the firmware revision, and click Next.
.

TIP If you experience a Script File Error after selecting the firmware revision number (see the following
example), there is likely a problem with your firmware files.

To recover, perform the following:

Go to http://www.rockwellautomation.com/support/ and download the firmware revision you
are trying to update. Replace the firmware revision that you have previously installed with that
posted on the Technical Support website.
If the replacement firmware revision does not resolve the anomaly, contact Rockwell
Automation Technical Support.

8. On the Summary Screen, click Finish.

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9. When a confirmation dialog box appears, click Yes.

The progress dialog box indicates the progress of the firmware update.
ControlLogix 5580 controllers indicate progress in updates and blocks.

WARNING: Allow the firmware update to complete before you cycle power
or otherwise interrupt the update.

TIP If the ControlFLASH update of the controller is interrupted, the

ControlLogix 5580 controllers revert to boot firmware (revision 1.xxx).

When the update is complete, the Update Status dialog box indicates
that the update is complete.

10. Click OK.

11. Close the ControlFLASH software.

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Use AutoFlash to Update Firmware

To update your controller firmware with the AutoFlash feature, complete these
steps.

ATTENTION: If the Secure Digital Card is locked and set to load on power-up,
then this update may be overwritten by firmware on the SD card.

1. Verify that the network connection is made and your network driver is
configured in RSLinx software.
2. Use the Logix Designer application to create a controller project.
See Create a Logix Designer Application Project on page 36.
3. On the Path bar, click Who Active.

4. On the Who Active dialog box, select your controller under the
communication driver you want to use, and click Update Firmware.
.

5. On the Choose Firmware Revision dialog, browse to the location of the

firmware files (C:\Program Files (x86)\ControlFLASH).
6. Select the firmware revision, and click Update.

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7. On the Confirmation dialog, click Yes.

8. On the ControlFLASH Attention dialog, click OK.

The firmware update begins.

Allow the firmware update to complete without interruption. When the

firmware update is complete, the progress dialog closes.

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Create a Logix Designer To create a Logix Designer application project, follow these steps.
Application Project 1. Start the application.

2. Click New Project.

3. On the New Project dialog box, choose your controller and name the
project.
4. Note the Location where the project file will be created, and change it if
desired.
5. Click Next.
6. Select the Revision, Chassis, Slot number, and Security Authority.

7. Click Finish.

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Go Online with the Controller To go online with the controller, you must first specify a communication path
in the Logix Designer application.

TIP For this section, the USB port was chosen as the communication path. Other paths
through the embedded Ethernet port or via the backplane are also possible.

1. Open or create a Logix Designer application project.

2. In the application, click Who Active.

3. Expand the communication path and select the controller.

4. If you want to store the path in the project file, click Set Project Path.
If you store the project path in the project, then you do not have to
choose the path each time you go online.
5. After choosing the communication path, click Go Online in the
Who Active dialog box.

Go Online will use the highlighted node in the Who Active tree,
regardless of the setting for Path in Project. For more information on the
Who Active dialog box, see the Logix Designer Online Help.

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Use a Recent Communications Path

You can also select a recent communications path and go online or apply it to
your project.

1. In the application, click the arrow that is on the Path bar.

2. On the Select Recent Communications Path dialog box, choose the

path.

3. To store the path in your project, click Set Project Path.

4. Click Go Online.

For more information on the Select Recent Communications Path dialog box,
see the Logix Designer Online Help.

Once you have established a communication path, then you can choose Go
Online from the Controller Status menu when you are working in the project.

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Download to the Controller When you download a project to the controller, it copies the project from the
Logix Designer application onto the controller. You can download a project in
two ways:
Use the Who Active Dialog Box to Download on page 39
Use the Controller Status Menu to Download on page 40

Use the Who Active Dialog Box to Download

You can use the features of the Who Active dialog box to download to your
controller after you have set the communication path. Complete these steps to
download to the controller.

1. After choosing the communication path, click Download in the

Who Active dialog box.

2. After reading the warnings in the Download dialog box, click

Download.

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Use the Controller Status Menu to Download

After you choose a communication path in the Logix Designer application, you
can use the Controller Status menu to download to the controller. To
download, from the Controller Status menu, choose Download.

Figure 5 - Download Via the Controller Status Menu

TIP After the download completes, the project name appears on the scrolling status
display.

Upload from the Controller When you upload a project from the controller, it copies the project from the
controller to the Logix Designer application. To upload a project, use one of
these methods:
Use the Who Active Dialog Box to Upload, page 40
Use the Controller Status Menu to Upload, page 41

Use the Who Active Dialog Box to Upload

You can use the features of the Who Active dialog box to upload from your
controller after you have set the communication path. Complete these steps to
upload from the controller.

1. After choosing the communication path, click Upload on the

Who Active dialog box.

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2. On the Connected to Upload dialog box, verify that the project is the
one you want to upload.
3. Click Upload.

For more information on the Connected To upload dialog box, see the Logix
Designer Online Help.

Use the Controller Status Menu to Upload

After you have chosen a communication path in the Logix Designer

application, you can use the Controller Status menu to upload from the
controller.

1. From the Controller Status menu, choose Upload.

Figure 6 - Upload Via the Controller Status Menu

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2. On the Connected to Upload dialog box, verify that the project is the
one you want to upload.
3. Click Upload.

For more information on the Connected To upload dialog box, see the Logix
Designer Online Help.

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Choose the Controller Use Table 3 as a reference when determining your controller operation mode.
Operation Mode Table 3 - Controller Operation Modes and Meanings
Mode Switch Setting(1) Run Remote Program
Mode set with the Logix Designer application Run Test Program
while online, and the Mode Switch set to
Remote
If you want to: Select one of these modes:
Turn outputs to the state commanded by the logic X X
of the project
Turn outputs to their configured state for Program X X X
mode
Execute (scan) tasks X X X
Change the mode of the controller via the Logix X X X
Designer application
Download a project X X
Schedule a ControlNet network X X
While online, edit the project X X X X
Send messages X X X
Send and receive data in response to a message X X X X X
from another controller
Produce and consume tags X X X X X
(1) Moving the mode switch from Run to Remote leaves the controller in the Remote Run mode, while moving the switch from
Program to Remote leaves the controller in the Remote Program mode. You cannot choose Remote Test mode by the mode
switch alone, it is only available via the Logix Designer application.

Change the Operation Mode: Mode Switch

To change the operation mode, use the mode switch. The controller mode
switch provides a mechanical means to enhance controller and control system
security. You must physically move the mode switch on the controller to
change its operating mode from RUN, to REM, or to PROG. When the mode
switch on the controller is set to RUN mode, features like online editing,
program downloads, and firmware updates are prohibited. See Table 3 for a
complete list of prohibited features.

The physical mode switch can complement other authorization and

authentication methods that similarly control user-access to the controller,
such as the FactoryTalk Security service.

IMPORTANT During runtime, we recommend that you place the controller mode switch in
RUN mode and remove the key (if applicable) from the switch. This can help
discourage unauthorized access to the controller or potential tampering
with the program of the controller, configuration, or device firmware. Place
the mode switch in REM or PROG mode during controller commissioning and
maintenance and whenever temporary access is necessary to change the
program, configuration, or firmware of the product.

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The mode switch on the front of the controller can be used to change the
controller to one of these modes:
Run (RUN)
Remote (REM)
Program (PROG)

Mode Switch

Mode Switch Position Available Controller Modes ATTENTION:

RUN Run modeThe controller is actively controlling the process/machine. Projects cannot Run mode is used only when all conditions are safe.
be edited in the Logix Designer application when in Run mode.
REM Remote Run modeThis mode is identical to Run mode except you can edit the You are able to modify a project file online in Remote Run
project online, and change the controller mode through the Logix Designer application. mode.
Be sure to control outputs with care to avoid injury to
personnel and damage to equipment.
Remote Program modeThis mode functions like Program mode, except you can Outputs are commanded to their Program mode state,
change the controller mode through the Logix Designer application. which can cause a dangerous situation.
Remote Test modeThis controller mode executes code, but I/O is not controlled. You
can edit the project online, and change the controller mode through the Logix Designer
application.
Output modules are commanded to their Program mode state (on, off, or hold).
PROG Program modeThis controller mode does not execute code or control I/O, but Do not use Program mode as an emergency stop (E-stop).
editing operations are available. Program mode is not a safety device.
Output modules are commanded to their Program mode state (On, Off, or Hold). Outputs are commanded to their Program mode state,
In this position, controller modes cannot be changed through the Logix Designer which can cause a dangerous situation.
application.

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Change the Operation Mode: Logix Designer Application

When you are online with the controller, and the controller mode switch is set
to Remote (REM or the center position), then you can use Logix Designer to
change the operation mode.

The Controller Status menu in the upper-left corner of the application window
lets you specify these operation modes:
Remote Program
Remote Run
Remote Test

Figure 7 - Operation Mode

TIP For this example, the controller mode switch is set to Remote mode. If your
controller mode switch is set to Run or Program modes, the menu options change.

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Load or Store to the The memory card that is compatible with your ControlLogix controller is used
to load or store the contents of user memory for the controller.
Memory Card

Store to the Memory Card

After you are online with the controller and have changed the controller to
Program or Remote Program mode, complete these steps to store a project to
the memory card.

1. Make sure that the controller is online in Program mode or Remote

Program mode.
2. Open the Controller Properties dialog box and click the
Nonvolatile Memory tab.
3. Click Load/Store.

TIP If Load/Store is dimmed (unavailable), verify the following:

You have specified the correct communication path.
The memory card is installed.
The SD card is unlocked. The locked status appears in the bottom-left
corner of the Nonvolatile memory/Load Store dialog box.
If the memory card is not installed, a message in the lower-left corner of
the Nonvolatile Memory tab indicates the missing card as shown here.

4. Change the Load Image properties according to your application

requirements.

The following table describes the Load Image options that you can
choose for the project.

If you want the image (project) to load when Then choose Menu Items
Power to the controller is applied or cycled On Power Up
The controller has lost the project and power has been cycled or applied On Uninitialized Memory
Initiated via the Logix Designer application User Initiated

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IMPORTANT If the SD card is locked and the Load Image option of the project is set to On
Power Up, then the controller firmware is not updated as a result of a firmware
update. The previously stored firmware and project are loaded instead.

This table shows what happens at power up when you insert an SD card
that contains an image into a ControlLogix 5580 controller.

Image Setting Controller is in out-of-box condition Firmware > 1.x and internal non-volatile Firmware > 1.x and internal non-volatile
(v1.x firmware) memory is not valid(2) memory is valid(2)
User Initiated Loads Firmware Only(1) Does Nothing Does Nothing
On Power Up Loads both Firmware and Application Loads Firmware if there is a revision mismatch Loads Firmware if there is a revision mismatch
Loads Application Loads Application
On Uninitialized Memory Loads both Firmware and Application(1) Loads Firmware if there is a revision mismatch Does Nothing
Loads Application
(1) Indicates change in behavior from ControlLogix 5570 and older controllers.
(2) Valid includes th No Project condition.

5. Change the Load Mode properties according to your application

requirements.

This table describes the Load Mode options that you can choose for the
project.

If you want the controller to go to this mode after loading Then choose Menu Items
Program Program (remote only)
Run Run (remote only)

6. Change the Automatic Firmware Update properties according to your

application requirements. The Automatic Firmware Update property is
also referred to as the Firmware Supervisor feature.

This table describes the Automatic Firmware Update options that you
can choose for the project.

Setting Description Menu Items

Disable Disables any automatic firmware updates. This item only appears in the menu
when you initially save the image.

Enable and Store Files to Image Enables automatic firmware updates for I/O devices in the configuration tree of
the controller. Saves I/O device firmware and controller firmware to the image.
I/O devices must be configured to use Exact Match Keying.(1)
Disable and Delete Files to Image Disables automatic firmware updates for I/O devices in the configuration tree of
the controller. Removes I/O device firmware from the image, but does not
remove controller firmware from image.This item only appears in the menu on
subsequent saves of the image.
(1) The devices that are used with this option must support the revision of firmware being updated to.

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7. Click Store.
8. Click Yes in the confirmation dialog box that appears.

If you enabled Automatic Firmware Update, then a dialog box appears to

inform you which modules are not included in the Automatic Firmware
Update operation.

9. On the Automatic Firmware Update dialog box, click Yes.

The project is saved to the memory card as indicated by the controller
status indicators.

These indications show the store status

While the store is in progress, the following occurs:
OK indicator is flashing green
SD indicator is flashing green
SavingDo Not Remove is shown on the status display
A dialog box in the Logix Designer application indicates that the store is in progress
Controller Resets
SAVE is shown on the status display
When the store is complete, the following occurs:
The controller resets.

IMPORTANT Allow the store to complete without interruption. If you interrupt the store,
data corruption or loss can occur.

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Load from the Memory Card

After you have set the communication path, are online with the controller, and
have changed the controller to Program mode, you can load a project to the
controller from the memory card.

IMPORTANT With the SD card and brand new, out-of-box controllers:

If you insert an SD card with an image into a brand new, out-of-box
controller (firmware 1.x), then at power-up the controller automatically
updates the firmware up to the version of firmware that is stored on the
SD card. The update happens regardless of the Load Image setting in the
image on the SD card (User Initiated, On Power Up, or On Uninitialized
Memory).
If the image was created with either On Power Up or On Uninitialized
Memory settings, then the controller both updates the firmware and
loads in the controller application.

This table shows what happens at power up when you insert an SD card
that contains an image into a ControlLogix 5580 controller.

Image Setting Controller is in out-of-box condition Firmware > 1.x and internal non-volatile Firmware > 1.x and internal non-volatile
(v1.x firmware) memory is not valid(2) memory is valid(2)
User Initiated Loads Firmware Only(1) Does Nothing Does Nothing
On Power Up Loads both Firmware and Application Loads Firmware if there is a revision mismatch Loads Firmware if there is a revision mismatch
Loads Application Loads Application
On Uninitialized Memory Loads both Firmware and Application(1) Loads Firmware if there is a revision mismatch Does Nothing
Loads Application
(1) Indicates change in behavior from ControlLogix 5570 and older controllers.
(2) Valid includes th No Project condition.

To load a project to the controller from the memory card, complete these steps.

1. Open the Controller Properties and click the Nonvolatile Memory tab.
2. On the Nonvolatile Memory tab, verify that the project listed next to
Name: is the project that you want to load.

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TIP If no project is stored on the memory card, a message in the lower-left corner of
the Nonvolatile Memory tab indicates that an image (or project) is not available
as shown here.

TIP For information on how to change the project that is available to load from
nonvolatile memory, see the Logix5000 Controllers Nonvolatile Memory
Programming Manual, publication 1756-PM017.

3. Click Load/Store.

TIP If Load/Store is dimmed (unavailable), verify the following:

You have specified the correct communication path and are online with
the controller.
The memory card is installed.
Verify that the controller is not in Run Mode.

4. Click Load.

After clicking Load, the project is loaded to the controller as indicated

by the controller status indicators.
.

These indications show the load status

While the load is in progress, the following occurs:
OK indicator is solid red
SD indicator is flashing green
LOADING is shown on the status display
UPDT can be shown on the status display if the firmware is also updating with the load
A dialog box in the Logix Designer application indicates that the store is in progress
When the load is complete, the following occurs:
Controller reboots.

IMPORTANT Allow the load to complete without interruption. If you interrupt the load,
data corruption or loss can occur.

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Other Memory Card Tasks

Other tasks that you can complete by using the memory cards of the controller
include the following:
Change the image that is loaded from the card
Check for a load that was completed
Clear an image from the memory card
Store an empty image
Change load parameters
Read/write application data to the card

For more information to complete any of these tasks, see the Logix5000
Controllers Memory Card Programming Manual, publication 1756-PM017.

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Reset Button You can reset the controller with the reset button. The controller reset button
is only read during a controller power-up or restart. If you press the reset button
at another time, it has no effect.

The controller has two stages of reset:

A Stage 1 reset clears the application program and memory, but retains
the IP address and all network settings. A stage 1 reset occurs only if the
controller contains a user application. See Stage 1 Reset on page 53.
A Stage 2 reset returns the controller to out-of box settings (including
firmware), and clears all network settings. A stage 2 reset occurs only if
the controller does not contain a user application, and the current
controller firmware is not a 1.x version. See Stage 2 Reset on page 54.

IMPORTANT Since port enable/disable status is associated with the application program,
the Ethernet port becomes enabled after a Stage 1 or Stage 2 reset.

WARNING: When you press the reset button while power is on, an Electric
Arc can occur. This could cause an explosion in hazardous location
installations. Be sure that power is removed or the area is nonhazardous
before proceeding.

0000

Reset Button

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Stage 1 Reset

The stage 1 reset:

Clears the application program.
Retains the network settings for the embedded Ethernet port.
Retains APR (motion position info) information.
Retains all PTP configuration (Time Synchronization) parameters.
Retains Wall Clock Time within the energy retention capability of the
module.
Creates a timestamped entry in the Controller Log that a Stage 1 Reset
event has occurred.
Resets the controller to begin the controller start up process.
Prevents the controller from loading firmware or software from the SD
card on this first start up after the reset, regardless of the setting on the
SD card, and without modifying the SD card contents (the write-
protect setting is irrelevant). An SD card will reload (if configured to do
so) on subsequent powerup situations.
Enables the Ethernet Port, if it was previously disabled.

Follow these steps to perform a stage 1 reset:

1. Power down the controller.

2. Remove the key from the keyswitch.
3. Open the front door on the controller.
4. Use a small tool with a diameter of a paper clip, to press and hold the
reset button. This button is recessed 5 mm (0.19 in.) behind the panel.
5. While holding in the reset button, power up the controller.
6. Continue to hold the reset button while the 4-character display cycles
through CLR, 4, 3, 2, 1, Project Cleared.
7. After Project Cleared appears, release the reset button.

If you release the reset button before Project Cleared scrolls across the display,
then the controller continues with powerup and does not reset.

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Stage 2 Reset

The stage 2 reset:

Returns the module to revision 1.x firmware (the out-of-box firmware
revision).
Clears all user settings to the out-of-box values including network and
time synchronization settings.
Resets the controller to begin the controller start up process.
There will be no entries in the controller log after a Stage 2 reset, but
saved logs on the SD card remain.

Follow these steps to perform a Stage 2 reset:

1. Power down the controller.

2. Remove the key from the keyswitch.
3. Open the front door on the controller.
4. Remove the SD card.
5. Use a small tool with a diameter of a paper clip, to press and hold the
reset button. This button is recessed 5 mm (0.19 in.) behind the panel.
6. While holding in the reset button, power up the controller.
7. Continue to hold the reset button while the 4-character display cycles
through DFLT, 4, 3, 2, 1, Factory Default
8. After Factory Default appears, release the reset button.
9. On your workstation, delete all of the files on the SD card.
10. Power down the controller.
11. Reinstall the SD card.
12. Powerup the controller.
13. Verify that the controller is at firmware revision 1.x, and the controller is
set to DHCP.

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Disable the Ethernet Port You can disable the embedded Ethernet port on the controller.

1. In the I/O Configuration, double-click on the controller to display the

Controller Properties.
2. On the Controller Properties dialog box, click the Port Configuration
tab.
3. On the Port Configuration tab, clear the Enable checkbox.

4. On the Port Configuration tab, click Apply.

If you are online when you make this change, then an Alert dialog
box appears. On the dialog box, click Yes. The change takes effect
immediately.

If you are offline, then the change takes effect when you download
the program to the controller.
5. On the Port Configuration tab, click OK.

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Communication Networks

Several communication networks are available for use with ControlLogix

systems.

Topic Page
Networks Available 57
EtherNet/IP Network Communication 58
ControlNet Network Communication 64
DeviceNet Network Communication 66
Data Highway Plus (DH+) Network Communication 68
Universal Remote I/O (RIO) Communication 70
Foundation Fieldbus Communication 72
HART Communication 73

Networks Available Table 4 describes typical application features that are used with ControlLogix
systems, and lists the networks available to support such application features.
Table 4 - Applications and Supported Networks
Application Features Supported Networks
Integrated Motion EtherNet/IP
Time synchronization EtherNet/IP
Control of distributed I/O EtherNet/IP
ControlNet
DeviceNet
Foundation Fieldbus
HART
Universal remote I/O
Produce/consume data between controllers EtherNet/IP
ControlNet
Messaging to and from other devices, including access to EtherNet/IP
the controller via Logix Designer application ControlNet
DeviceNet (only to devices)
Data Highway Plus (DH+)
DH-485

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For more information about network design, see these publications;

Ethernet Design Considerations Reference Manual,
publication ENET-RM002.
ControlNet Network Configuration User Manual,
publication CNET-UM001
DeviceNet Media Design Installation Guide,
publication DNET-UM072
FOUNDATION Fieldbus Design Considerations Reference Manual,
publication PROCES-RM005

EtherNet/IP Network The EtherNet/IP network offers a full suite of control, configuration, and data
collection services by layering the Common Industrial Protocol (CIP) over the
Communication standard Internet protocols, such as TCP/IP and UDP. This combination of
well-accepted standards provides the capability that is required to support
information data exchange and control applications.

ControlLogix EtherNet/IP Network Features

The ControlLogix EtherNet/IP network provides these features:

Support for messaging, produced/consumed tags, HMI, and
distributed I/O.
The ability to encapsulate messages within the standard TCP/UDP/IP
protocol.
A common application layer with ControlNet and DeviceNet networks
Network connections via RJ45 cable, or fiber optic links.
Compatible with industry-standard Ethernet switches (managed
switches are recommended, and CIP-protocol-aware switches can
provide more predictable performance).
Some devices include dual link ports that can provide media
redundancy.
Support for Time Synchronization using the IEEE-1588 Precision Time
Protocol.

For more information about using EtherNet/IP modules, see these

publications:
EtherNet/IP Modules in Logix5000 Control Systems User Manual,
publication ENET-UM001
EtherNet/IP Communication Modules in 5000 Series Systems,
publication ENET-UM004

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EtherNet/IP Network Communication Rates

The ControlLogix 5580 controllers support the following EtherNet/IP

network communication rates:
10 Mbps
100 Mbps
1 Gbps

Network performance in a ControlLogix 5580 system is optimal if the 1 Gbps

network communication rate is used. However, many Ethernet devices do not
support the 1 Gbps network communication rate. Instead, they support a
maximum rate of 100 Mbps.

The difference in maximum network communication rates impacts your

ControlLogix 5580 system and, in some applications, restricts you from using
the 1 Gbps network communication rate on a ControlLogix 5580 controller.

When you design a ControlLogix 5580 system and consider using the 1 Gbps
rate on the controller, remember the following:

You can use the 1 Gbps network communication rate on the controller
port when all network devices support 1 Gbps, for example,
5069-AEN2TR adapters with 5069 Compact I/O modules.

When you use the 1 Gbps network communication rate, configure the
controller ports to use Auto Negotiate.

Figure 8 - 1 Gb EtherNet/IP Network Example

ControlLogix 5580 Controller
1756 I/O Modules
Logix5585 TM
DC INPUT DC INPUT AC OUTPUT
SAFETY ON

NET
0000 LINK

RUN FORCE SD OK

5069-AEN2TR Adapter
1 Gbps 5069 Compact I/O Modules

5069-AEN2TR Adapter
5069 Compact I/O Modules
1 Gbps
1 Gbps

1 Gbps

Workstation Stratix switch with 5069-AEN2TR Adapter

Gigabit copper ports 5069 Compact I/O Modules

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You can use the 1 Gbps network communication rate on the controller
port when some network devices support a maximum network
communication rate of 100 Mbps. However, in this case, the controller
must be connected to those devices through a managed switch.

ControlLogix 5580 Controller

1756 I/O Modules 5069-AEN2TR Adapter
Workstation
5069 Compact I/O Modules

1 Gbps

Stratix 5700 Managed Switch 1 Gbps

100 Mbps

1 Gbps
100 Mbps
PanelView Plus 7
Terminal 100 Mbps

5069-AEN2TR Adapter
5069 Compact I/O Modules

PowerFlex 527 Drive Kinetix 5500 Drive

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Do not use the 1 Gbps network communication rate on the controller

port if it operates on a linear or star network topology, and at least one
device on the network supports the maximum network communication
rate of 100 Mbps.

IMPORTANT Do not use different network communication rates on device ports in the
same EtherNet/IP network without a managed switch.

Figure 9 - 100 Mbps EtherNet/IP Network Example

Workstation
1756-L85E
1756 I/O
Remote I/O

1756-EN2T
CompactLogix

100 Mbps 100 Mbps

100 Mbps 100 Mbps 1794-AENT

Switch
100 Mbps 100 Mbps
1734-AENT
PowerFlex 700S

100 Mbps

Device Level Ring (DLR) Topology

connected via 1783-ETAP with tap

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ControlLogix EtherNet/IP Communication Modules

For EtherNet/IP network communication in a ControlLogix system, you have

several modules to choose from. Table 5 lists modules and their primary
features.
Table 5 - EtherNet/IP Communication Modules
Module Is used to
1756-L81E Directly connect the controller to an EtherNet/IP network without requiring a bridge module.
1756-L82E Connect the controller with I/O modules.
1756-L83E Communicate to other EtherNet/IP devices (messages, produced/consumed tags).
Bridge messages between EtherNet/IP and modules in the ControlLogix chassis.
1756-L84E Support 10 Mbps,100 Mbps, 1 Gbps link speeds.
1756-L85E
1756-ENBT Connect controllers to I/O modules (requires an adapter for distributed I/O).
Communicate with other EtherNet/IP devices (messages).
Serve as a pathway to share data between Logix5000 controllers (produce/consume).
Bridge EtherNet/IP nodes to route messages to devices on other networks.
1756-EN2T Perform the same functions as a 1756-ENBT module, with twice the capacity for more
demanding applications.
Provide a temporary configuration connection via the USB port.
Configure IP addresses quickly by using rotary switches.
1756-EN2F Perform the same functions as a 1756-EN2T module.
Connect fiber media by an LC fiber connector on the module.
1756-EN2TR Perform the same functions as a 1756-EN2T module.
Support communication on a ring topology for a Device Level Ring (DLR) single-fault tolerant
ring network.
1756-EN2TRXT Perform the same functions as a 1756-EN2T module.
Support communication on a ring topology for a Device Level Ring (DLR) single-fault tolerant
ring network.
Operate in extreme environments with -2570 C (-13158 F) temperatures.
1756-EN3TR Perform the same functions as the 1756-EN2TR module.
Extended Integrated Motion on EtherNet/IP network.
Support of up to 128 motion axes.
1756-EN2TSC Perform the same functions as a 1756-ENBT module, with twice the capacity for more
demanding applications.
Provide a temporary configuration connection via the USB port.
Configure IP addresses quickly by using rotary switches.
1756-EN2TXT Perform the same functions as a 1756-EN2T module.
Operate in extreme environments with -2570 C (-13158 F) temperatures.
1756-EWEB Provide customizable web pages for external access to controller information.
Provide remote access via an Internet browser to tags in a local ControlLogix controller.
Communicate with other EtherNet/IP devices (messages).
Bridge EtherNet/IP nodes to route messages to devices on other networks.
Support Ethernet devices that are not EtherNet/IP-based with a socket interface.
This module does not provide support for I/O or produced/consumed tags.

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Software for EtherNet/IP Networks

Table 6 lists software that is used with the EtherNet/IP networks and modules.
.

Table 6 - Software for Use with EtherNet/IP Networks

Software Is used to Required or Optional
Studio 5000 Logix Designer Configure ControlLogix projects. Required
Define EtherNet/IP communication.
RSLinx Classic or RSLinx Configure communication devices. Required
Enterprise Provide diagnostics.
Establish communication between devices.
BOOTP/DHCP Utility Assign IP addresses to the controller and devices on an Optional
EtherNet/IP network.
RSNetWorx for EtherNet/IP Configure EtherNet/IP devices by IP addresses
and/or host names.
Provide bandwidth status.

Double Data Rate (DDR) Backplane Communication

The ControlLogix 5580 controller provides double data rate capabilities across
the ControlLogix backplane.

The following communication modules support DDR when used with the
ControlLogix 5580 controller. Minimum series are indicated as follows:
1756-EN2T/C
1756-EN2TR/B
1756-EN2TF/B
1756-EN2TXT/C
1756-EN3TR/A

For efficient DDR communication, make sure that all modules in the
communication path are DDR modules.

If the chassis has a mix of DDR and non-DDR modules, then the DDR
communication occurs between the modules that support it. Communication
between the non-DDR modules in the chassis occurs at the non-DDR rate.

When multicast communication is used within a chassis that has a mix of DDR
and non-DDR modules, then the transmission rate is limited to the slowest
moduleor at the non-DDR rate.

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ControlNet Network The ControlNet network is a real-time control network that provides high-
speed transport of time-critical I/O and interlocking data and messaging data.
Communication This includes the upload and download of program and configuration data on
one physical-media link.

The ControlNet network is highly deterministic and repeatable and is

unaffected when devices are connected or disconnected from the network.
This quality results in dependable, synchronized, and coordinated real-time
performance.

The ControlNet network often functions as the following:

A substitute/replacement for the remote I/O (RIO) network because
the ControlNet network adeptly handles large numbers of I/O points
A backbone for multiple distributed DeviceNet networks
A peer interlocking network

In the example in Figure 10, these actions occur via the ControlNet network:
The controllers produce and consume tags.
The controllers initiate MSG instructions that do the following:
Send and receive data.
Configure devices.
The workstation is used to do the following:
Configure the ControlNet devices and the ControlNet network.
Download and upload projects from the controllers.

Figure 10 - ControlNet Network Overview

Workstation

CompactLogix PowerFlex 700S

Distributed I/O

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ControlLogix ControlNet Module Features

The ControlNet communication modules provide these features:

Support for messaging, produced/consumed tags, and distributed I/O
Use a common application layer with DeviceNet and EtherNet/IP
networks
Requires no routing tables
Support the use of coax and fiber repeaters for isolation and increased
distance

ControlLogix ControlNet Modules

Table 7 lists the available ControlLogix ControlNet modules and their
primary features.

Table 7 - ControlNet Modules and Capabilities

Module Is used to
1756-CNB Control I/O modules.
Communicate with other ControlNet devices (messages).
Share data with other Logix5000 controllers (produce/consume).
Bridge ControlNet links to route messages to devices on other networks.
1756-CN2 Perform the same functions as a 1756-CNB module.
Provide twice the capacity for more demanding applications.
1756-CN2R Perform the same functions as a 1756-CN2 module.
Support redundant ControlNet media.
1756-CN2RXT Perform same functions as a 1756-CN2R module.
Operate in extreme environments with -2570 C (-13158 F) temperatures.
1756-CNBR Perform the same functions as a 1756-CNB module.
Support redundant ControlNet media.

For more information about using ControlNet modules, see ControlNet

Modules in Logix5000 Control Systems User Manual, publication
CNET-UM001.

Software for ControlNet Networks

Table 8 lists software that is used with the ControlNet networks and modules.

Table 8 - Software for Use with ControlNet Networks

Software Is used to Required or Optional
Studio 5000 Logix Designer Configure ControlLogix projects. Required
Define ControlNet communication.
RSNetWorx for ControlNet Configure ControlNet devices.
Schedule a network.
RSLinx Classic or Enterprise Configure communication devices.
Provide diagnostics.
Establish communication between devices.

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DeviceNet Network The DeviceNet network uses the Common Industrial Protocol (CIP) to
provide the control, configuration, and data collection capabilities for
Communication industrial devices. The DeviceNet network uses the proven Controller Area
Network (CAN) technology, which lowers installation costs and decreases
installation time and costly downtime.

A DeviceNet network provides access to the intelligence present in your

devices by letting you connect devices directly to plant-floor controllers
without having to hard-wire each device into an I/O module.

Figure 11 - ControlLogix DeviceNet Network Overview

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Personal Computer

Sensor
Motor Push Button
Starter Cluster
Input/output Devices
Barcode
Indicator Scanner
PowerFlex Lights

In this example, the ControlLogix controller is connected to the DeviceNet

network and devices via the 1788-EN2DNR linking device.

For more information about using DeviceNet modules and devices, see
DeviceNet Modules in Logix5000 Control Systems User Manual, publication
DNET-UM004.

ControlLogix DeviceNet Module Features

The DeviceNet communication module provides these features:

Supports messaging to devices (not controller to controller)
Shares a common application layer with ControlNet and EtherNet/IP
networks
Offers diagnostics for improved data collection and fault detection
Requires less wiring than standard, hard-wired systems

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ControlLogix DeviceNet Bridge Module and Linking Devices

Table 9 lists the available ControlLogix DeviceNet bridge and linking devices
that can be used with the DeviceNet network.

Table 9 - DeviceNet Communication Modules and Capabilities

Module/Device Is used to
1756-DNB Control I/O modules.
Communicate with other DeviceNet devices (via messages).
1788-EN2DNR Link an EtherNet/IP network to a DeviceNet network.
1788-CN2DN Link a ControlNet network to a DeviceNet network.

Software for DeviceNet Networks

Table 10 lists software that is used with the DeviceNet networks and modules.

Table 10 - Software for Use with DeviceNet Networks

Software Is used to Required or Optional
Studio 5000 Logix Designer Configure ControlLogix projects. Required
Define DeviceNet communication.
RSNetWorx for DeviceNet Configure DeviceNet devices.
Define the scan list for those devices.
RSLinx Classic or Enterprise Configure communication devices.
Provide diagnostics.
Establish communication between devices.

Connections Over DeviceNet Networks

The ControlLogix controller requires two connections for each 1756-DNB

module. One connection is for module status and configuration. The other
connection is a rack-optimized connection for the device data.

ControlLogix DeviceNet Module Memory

The 1756-DNB module has fixed sections of memory for the input and output
data of the DeviceNet devices on the network. Each device on your network
requires some input or output memory of the scanner. Some devices send and
receive data, so they need input and output memory. The 1756-DNB module
supports up to the following:
124 DINTs of input data
123 DINTs of output data

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Data Highway Plus (DH+) For DH+ network communication, you have two module options for use in
the ControlLogix chassis. Table 11 lists the DH+ modules and capabilities.
Network Communication
Table 11 - DH+ Modules and Capabilities
RIO Module Is used to
1756-DHRIO Function as a remote I/O (RIO) scanner.
Support 32 logical rack connections or 16 block transfer connections per channel.
Establish connections between controllers and I/O adapters.
Distribute control so that each controller has its own I/O.
1756-DHRIOXT Performs the same functions as a1756-DHRIO module.
Operates in extreme environments with -2570 C (-13158 F) temperatures.

For DH+ network communication, use a 1756-DHRIO or 1756-DHRIOXT

module in the ControlLogix chassis to exchange information between these
controllers:
PLC and SLC controllers
ControlLogix controllers and PLC or SLC controllers
ControlLogix controllers

The DH+ network also provides the following:

Data exchange between controllers
Plant-wide data sharing
Cellular level data sharing

You can connect a maximum of 32 stations to one DH+ link:

Channel A supports 57.6 Kbps, 115.2 Kbps, and 230.4 Kbps.
Channel B supports 57.6 Kbps and 115.2 Kbps.

Figure 12 - ControlLogix DH+ Network Communication Example

Data Collection and Recipe Workstation
Management

EtherNet/IP Network

ControlLogix ControlLogix

DH+ Network DH+ Network

PLC-5 SLC 500 RSView PLC-5 SLC 500 RSView

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Communicate Over a DH+ Network

For the controller to communicate to a workstation or other device over a

DH+ network, use RSLinx Classic software to do the following:
Specify a unique link ID for each ControlLogix backplane and
additional network in the communication path.
Configure the routing table for the 1756-DHRIO or 1756-DHRIOXT
module.

The 1756-DHRIO or 1756-DHRIOXT module can route a message through

up to four communication networks and three chassis. This limit applies only
to the routing of a message and not to the total number of networks or chassis
in a system.

For more information to configure and use a DH+ network via the
1756-DHRIO or 1756-DHRIOXT module, see the Data Highway Plus-
Remote I/O Communication Interface Module User Manual, publication
1756-UM514.

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Universal Remote I/O (RIO) For universal remote I/O communication, you have three module options for
use in the ControlLogix chassis. Table 12 lists the RIO modules and
Communication capabilities.
Table 12 - RIO Modules and Capabilities
RIO Module Is used to
1756-RIO Function as an RIO scanner and adapter.
Support connections to 32 racks in any combination of rack size or block transfers.
Update data to the ControlLogix controller by using scheduled connections.
1756-DHRIO Function as an RIO scanner.
Support 32 logical rack connections or 16 block transfer connections per channel.
Establish connections between controllers and I/O adapters.
Distribute control so that each controller has its own I/O.
1756-DHRIOXT Performs the same functions as a1756-DHRIO module.
Operates in extreme environments with -25+70 C (-13+158 F) temperatures.

When a channel on the 1756-DHRIO or 1756-DHRIOXT module is

configured for remote I/O, the module acts as a scanner for a universal remote
I/O network. The controller communicates to the module to send and receive
the I/O data on the universal remote I/O network.

The 1756-RIO module can act as a scanner or adapter on a remote I/O

network. The 1756-RIO module transfers digital, block transfer, analog, and
specialty data without message instructions.

Figure 13 - ControlLogix Universal Remote I/O Communication Example

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Communicate Over a Universal Remote I/O Network

For the controller to control I/O over a universal remote I/O network, you
must complete these tasks.
1. Configure the remote I/O adapter.
2. Lay out the remote I/O network cable.
3. Connect the remote I/O network cable.
4. Configure the scanner channel.
For more information to configure a remote I/O network with the 1756-RIO,
1756-DHRIO, or 1756-DHRIOXT modules, see these publications:
Data Highway Plus-Remote I/O Communication Interface Module
User Manual, publication 1756-UM514
ControlLogix Remote I/O Communication Module User Manual,
publication 1756-UM534
As you design your remote I/O network, remember the following:
All devices that are connected to a remote I/O network must
communicate by using the same communication rate. These rates are
available for remote I/O:
57.6 Kbps
115.2 Kbps
230.4 Kbps
You must assign unique partial and full racks to each channel used in
Remote I/O Scanner mode.
Both channels of a 1756-DHRIO or 1756-DHRIOXT module cannot
scan the same partial or full rack address. Both module channels can
communicate to 0037 octal or 4077 octal, but each channel can
communicate only with one address at a time in whichever of these two
ranges it falls.

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Foundation Fieldbus Foundation Fieldbus is an open interoperable fieldbus that is designed for
process control instrumentation. The Foundation Fieldbus devices that are
Communication described in Table 13 can be connected to the ControlLogix controller via
another network as shown in the following example.
Table 13 - Foundation Fieldbus Devices and Capabilities
Fieldbus Device Is used to
1788-EN2FFR Bridge an EtherNet/IP network to Foundation Fieldbus.
Connect via a low-speed serial (H1) and high-speed Ethernet (HSE) network
connections.
Access devices directly via an OPC server.
1788-CN2FFR Connect via low-speed serial (H1) connections.
Bridge a ControlNet network to a Foundation Fieldbus.
Support redundant ControlNet media.

Foundation Fieldbus distributes and executes control in the device. The

Foundation Fieldbus linking device does the following:
Bridges from an EtherNet/IP network to an H1 connection
Accepts HSE or EtherNet/IP messages and converts them to the
H1 protocol

Figure 14 - Foundation Fieldbus Example

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For more information about using the Foundation Fieldbus devices available
from Rockwell Automation, see these publications:

EtherNet/IP and ControlNet to FOUNDATION Fieldbus Linking

Device User Manual, publication 1788-UM057

FOUNDATION Fieldbus Design Considerations Reference Manual,

publication PROCES-RM005

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HART Communication HART (Highway Addressable Remote Transducer) is an open protocol that is
designed for process control instrumentation.

Device Is used to
1756 analog HART I/O modules: Act as HART master to allow communication with HART field devices.
1756-IF8H Interface directly with field devices (through built-in HART modems), which
1756-IF8IH eliminates the need for external hardware and more wiring.
Provide access to more field device data, including voltage and current
1756-IF16H measurements.
1756-IF16IH Directly connect asset management software to HART devices.
1756-OF8H Support differential wiring for environments where improved noise
1756-OF8IH immunity is needed (input modules).

ProSoft interface Acquire data or control applications with slow update requirements, such as a
MVI56-HART tank farm.
Does not require external hardware to access HART signal.
Does not provide a direct connection to asset management software.

The HART protocol combines digital signals with analog signals to ready the
digital signal for the Process Variable (PV). The HART protocol also provides
diagnostic data from the transmitter.

Figure 15 - HART Protocol Example

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HART Field Devices

For more information about using the HART I/O modules, see the
ControlLogix HART Analog I/O Modules User Manual, publication
1756-UM533.

For more information about the ProSoft HART interface, see the
ProSoft Technologies website at http://www.prosoft-technology.com.

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Notes:

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Topic Page
Connection Overview 75
Nodes on an EtherNet/IP Network 76
Controller Communication Interaction with Control Data 78
Produce and Consume (Interlock) Data 79
Send and Receive Messages 81
Socket Interface 82

Connection Overview A Logix5000 controller provides connection resources whenever

communications are established between two devices.

Connections are used when the system contains the following conditions or
activities:
I/O modules, communication modules, and adapter modules are
present in the I/O configuration of the user project.
Produced or Consumed tags are configured in the user project.
Connected Messages are executed in the user application.
External devices, programming terminals, or HMIs communicate with
the controller.

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Nodes on an EtherNet/IP When configuring your ControlLogix 5580 control system, you must account
for the number of EtherNet/IP nodes you include in the I/O configuration
Network tree in your project. Table 14 shows the maximum number of EtherNet/IP
nodes supported for the ControlLogix 5580 controllers.

With firmware revision 29 and later, the Ethernet Nodes field on the
Controllers Properties Capacity tab keeps a running count as you add
EtherNet/IP nodes to the I/O configuration tree. See Figure 16 on page 77.
Table 14 - ControlLogix 5580 Controller Maximum Number of Ethernet/IP Nodes Supported
Cat. No. Version 28 Version 29 Version 30 or later
1756-L81E 60 100
1756-L82E 80 175
1756-L83E 100 100 250
1756-L84E 150 250
1756-L85E 300 300 300

IMPORTANT EtherNet/IP communication modules in the local chassis with the controller
do not count as nodes, but EtherNet/IP devices connected to the
communication modules do count as nodes. See Figure 16 on page 77.

Devices Included in the Node Count

Any EtherNet/IP devices that you add to the I/O configuration section are
counted toward the controller node limits. The following are examples of
devices that must be counted:
Remote communication adapters
Remote controllers.
Devices with an embedded EtherNet/IP port, such as I/O modules,
drives, and linking devices
EtherNet/IP devices connected to a communication module in the local
chassis, even though the communication module in the local chassis
does not count as a node. See Figure 16 on page 77.
HMI devices that are included in the I/O configuration section, for
example, PanelView Plus terminals.
Third-party devices that are directly connected to the EtherNet/IP
network.

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Devices Excluded from the Node Count

When considering the EtherNet/IP node limitation of a ControlLogix 5580

controller, you do not count Ethernet devices that exist on the EtherNet/IP
network but are not added to the I/O configuration section of the project.

The following devices are not added to the I/O configuration section in your
project and are not counted among the total number of nodes:
Computer
Communication modules in the local chassis.
HMIs that are not added to the I/O configuration section.
Devices that are the target of MSG Instructions
Standard Ethernet devices with which the controller communicates via a
socket interface

This example shows four nodes in the I/O tree.

Figure 16 - EtherNet/IP Nodes Example

Not a node. Module is in local chassis.

Node

Not a node. Module is in local chassis.

Node

Node

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Controller Communication The ControlLogix 5580 controller runs the communications task separately
from the application code. Because the controller runs communications
Interaction with Control Data asynchronously to the application, it is important to make sure
communications delivered to the controller are complete before the
application executes on the newly delivered data. This applies to both data
coming into the controller as well as data going out.

For example, if the HMI is writing a large block of recipe data down to the
controller, it is possible that application code could start executing on that
recipe data before the data is completely written. This action results in half of
the current recipe and half of the last recipe in the application space.

Traditionally, programmers have used several techniques to control the effects

of asynchronous communications: UID/UIE pairs, periodic tasks, and moving
data with CPS instructions. These techniques all rely on controlling when the
main core is allowed to switch tasks, thus preventing the communications task
from changing data while the control task was using it. Because the controller
performs communications processing on an independent core of the CPU,
these methods are no longer effective in all cases.

Table 15 highlights the controllers behavior.

Table 15 - ControlLogix 5580 Controller Behavior
Tag Read/Write Source UID/UIE CPS Periodic Task
HMI Allows Blocks Allows
MSG Allows Blocks Allows
I/O Update Allows Blocks Allows
Produce/Consume Allows Blocks Allows
Other User Tasks Blocks Blocks Allows
Motion Planner Allows Blocks Allows
Blocks - Prevents source data values from change by communications during application execution.
Allows - Communications can change source data values during application execution.

Since the controllers have 32 bit data integrity, this only applies to data
structures larger than 32 bits.

Good programming practice dictates the use of two unique words placed at the
beginning and end of data and validated by the controller to assure the entire
structure has data integrity. This handshake data should change and be
validated by application code every transaction before it is acted on by either
the application code of the controller, or any higher level system reading data
from the controller.

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Table 16 shows two data elements added to a structure for data integrity
checking, Start Data, and End Data. Before the controller acts on My_Recipe1
it should validate that the values of Start Data and End Data match. If they do
not, it is likely communications is still in the process of filling the structure.
The same applies to higher level systems that are receiving data from the
controller.
Table 16 - Data Elements
Structure My_Recipe1 My_Recipe2 My_Recipe3
Start Data 101 102 103
Sugar 3 4 8
Flour 4 3 9
Chocolate 2 2 4
Oil 6 7 2
End Data 101 102 103

It is recommended that you perform this test on a buffered copy of the data and
not the actual data element being written to by the communications core.
Using buffered data prevents the risk of data being changed by the
communications core after you have passed the data valid test.

Produce and Consume ControlLogix controllers let you produce (transmit) and consume (receive)
controller-scoped tags. ControlLogix 5580 controllers produce the same
(Interlock) Data standard tag through both the Ethernet port and the backplane, and consumer
counts apply to the total consumers from both ports.

Figure 17 - Illustration of Produced and Consumed Tags

Controller_1 Controller_2
Produced Tag Consumed Tag

Controller_3
Consumed Tag

Controller_4
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The system-shared tags are explained in Table 17.

Table 17 - Produced and Consumed Tag Definitions

Tag Definition
Produced tag A tag that a controller makes available for use by other controllers. Multiple controllers
can simultaneously consume (receive) the data. A produced tag sends its data to one or
more consumed tags (consumers) without using logic.
Consumed tag A tag that receives the data of a produced tag. The data type of the consumed tag must
match the data type (including any array dimensions) of the produced tag. The RPI of
the consumed tag determines the period at which the data updates.

For two controllers to share produced or consumed tags, the controllers must
be attached to the same network. You cannot bridge produced and consumed
tags over two networks.

Produced and consumed tags use connections of the controller and the
communication modules being used.

For a ControlNet network, produced and consumed tags use scheduled

connections.

Table 18 - ControlNet Connections

Connection Definition
Scheduled A scheduled connection is unique to ControlNet communication. A scheduled connection lets you
(unique to a send and receive data repeatedly at a predetermined interval, which is the requested packet
ControlNet interval (RPI). For example, a connection to an I/O module is a scheduled connection because you
network) repeatedly receive data from the module at a specified interval.
Other scheduled connections include connections to the following:
Communication devices
Produced/consumed tags
On a ControlNet network, you must use RSNetWorx for ControlNet software to enable all
scheduled connections and establish a network update time (NUT). A scheduled connection
reserves network bandwidth specifically to handle the connection.
Unscheduled An unscheduled connection is a message transfer between devices that the requested packet
interval (RPI) or the program, such as a MSG instruction, triggers. Unscheduled messaging lets
you send and receive data as you need.
Unscheduled connections use the remainder of network bandwidth after scheduled connections
are allocated.

Requested Packet Interval (RPI) of Multicast Tags

The first consumer of a multicast produced tag on any given communications
port establishes the RPI value for that port. All subsequent consumers using
the same port must request the same RPI value as the first consumer, otherwise
they will fail to connect. Controllers with backplane and EtherNet/IP ports
can produce data at an independent RPI value on each port.

For more information about produced/consumed tags, see the

Logix5000 Controllers Produced and Consumed Tags Programming Manual,
publication 1756-PM011.

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Send and Receive Messages Messages transfer data to other devices, such as other controllers or operator
interfaces. The MSG instruction is a ladder logic output instruction that
asynchronously reads or writes a block of data to or from another module over
the backplane or a network. The size of the instruction depends on the data
types and message command that you program.

Messages use connection resources to send or receive data. Messages can leave
the connection open (cached) or can close the connection when the message is
done transmitting.

Messages can be either unconnected or connected. Unconnected messages are

dependent upon the availability of unconnected buffers in all of the devices
through which the message passes. Connected messages begin with a request to
allocate connection buffers in all of those devices, before sending the actual
message. Choosing to cache a connected message instructs the controller to
keep the connection open after the message has been completed - this improves
efficiency if the message is intended to be sent repeatedly.

Connected messages use connection resources. If the connected message is

uncached, the resources are used temporarily each time the message is
triggered. As long as a cached connected message remains in the cache, the
resources remain allocated and are not available for other messages. Messages
can get pushed from the cache if the application exceeds the cache capacity of
the controller.

Each message uses one connection out of the controller, regardless of how
many devices are in the message path.
Table 19 - Message Types
Message Type Communication Connected Message Message Can Be Cached
Method
CIP data table read or write N/A Configurable Yes(2)
PLC-2, PLC-3, PLC-5, or SLC CIP No No
(all types)
CIP with Source ID No No
DH+ Yes Yes(2)
CIP generic N/A Optional (1) Yes(2)
Block-transfer read or write N/A Yes Yes(2)
(1) You can connect CIP generic messages. However, for most applications we recommend that you leave CIP generic messages
unconnected.
(2) Connected messages that occur more frequently than once every 60 seconds should be cached if possible.

For more information about using messages, see the Logix5000 Controllers
Messages Programming Manual, publication 1756-PM012.

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Determine Whether to Cache Message Connections

When you configure a MSG instruction, you can choose whether to cache the
connection. Use Table 20 to determine options for caching connections
.

Table 20 - Options for Caching Connections

If the message executes Then
Repeatedly Cache the connection.
This keeps the connection open and optimizes execution time. Opening a
connection each time the message executes increases execution time.
Infrequently Do not cache the connection.
This closes the connection upon completion of the message, which frees up that
connection for other uses.

TIP Cached connections transfer data faster than uncached connections. The
ControlLogix 5580 controller can cache 256 messages and trigger 256 messages
simultaneously.

Socket Interface The controller can use socket interfaces to communicate with Ethernet devices
that do not support the EtherNet/IP application protocol. The socket
interface is implemented via the Socket Object. The controller communicates
with the Socket Object via MSG instructions. MSG instructions that
configure and operate the socket interface must be configured as Unconnected,
and use the Message to Self path. To communicate with another device, you
must understand the application protocol of the other device.

The ControlLogix 5580 controllers support up to 32 socket instances on a

per-module basis; 32 sockets for the embedded Ethernet port, plus 32 more for
each Ethernet bridge module in the local chassis.

For more information on the socket interface, see EtherNet/IP Socket

Interface Application Technique, publication ENET-AT002.

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I/O Modules

Topic Page
Selecting ControlLogix I/O Modules 83
Local I/O Modules 85
Remote I/O Modules 87
Add to the I/O Configuration While Online 94
Determine When Data is Updated 95

Selecting ControlLogix Rockwell Automation offers many I/O modules for use in ControlLogix 5580
controller systems. For a list of all I/O product lines that are compatible with
I/O Modules the ControlLogix 5580 controllers, see the 1756 ControlLogix Controllers
Technical Data, publication 1756-TD001.

When you select I/O modules, remember the following:

A wide variety of digital, analog, and specialty I/O modules are available
from Rockwell Automation. A number of these I/O modules support
the following features:
Field-side diagnostics
Electronic fusing
Individually isolated inputs/outputs
Timestamping of inputs
Scheduling of outputs
Event detection of specific input patterns
Removable terminal blocks (RTBs) or 1492 wiring systems are required
for use with I/O modules, and you may have to order these separately.
1492 PanelConnect modules and cables can be used to connect input
modules to sensors.

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Electronic Keying

Electronic Keying reduces the possibility that you use the wrong device in a
control system. It compares the device that is defined in your project to the
installed device. If keying fails, a fault occurs. These attributes are compared.

Attribute Description
Vendor The device manufacturer.
Device Type The general type of the product, for example, digital I/O module.
Product Code The specific type of the product. The Product Code maps to a catalog number.
Major Revision A number that represents the functional capabilities of a device.
Minor Revision A number that represents behavior changes in the device.

The following Electronic Keying options are available.

Keying Option Description

Compatible Lets the installed device accept the key of the device that is defined in the project when the
Module installed device can emulate the defined device. With Compatible Module, you can typically
replace a device with another device that has the following characteristics:
Same catalog number
Same or higher Major Revision
Minor Revision as follows:
If the Major Revision is the same, the Minor Revision must be the same or higher.
If the Major Revision is higher, the Minor Revision can be any number.
Disable Keying Indicates that the keying attributes are not considered when attempting to communicate
with a device. With Disable Keying, communication can occur with a device other than the
type specified in the project.
ATTENTION: Be cautious when using Disable Keying; if used incorrectly, this option can lead
to personal injury or death, property damage, or economic loss.
We strongly recommend that you do not use Disable Keying.
If you use Disable Keying, you must take full responsibility for understanding whether the
device being used can fulfill the functional requirements of the application.
Exact Match Indicates that all keying attributes must match to establish communication. If any attribute
does not match precisely, communication with the device does not occur.

Carefully consider the implications of each keying option when selecting one.

IMPORTANT When you change Electronic Keying parameters online, it interrupts connections to
the device and any devices that are connected through the device. Connections
from other controllers can also be broken.
If an I/O connection to a device is interrupted, the result can be a loss of data.

More Information

For more detailed information on Electronic Keying, see

Electronic Keying in Logix5000 Control Systems Application Technique,
publication LOGIX-AT001.

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Local I/O Modules The ControlLogix chassis that you choose affects how many local I/O modules
you can use. Several ControlLogix chassis sizes are available to suit your
configuration requirements. You can fill the slots of your chassis with any
combination of controllers, communication modules, and I/O modules.

Table 21 lists the available ControlLogix chassis and the number of slots
available with each.

Table 21 - ControlLogix and ControlLogix- Chassis and Slots

Chassis Slots
1756-A4 4
1756-A4LXT
1756-A5XT 5
1756-A7 7
1756-A7LXT
1756-A7XT
1756-A10 10
1756-A13 13
1756-A17 17

If you have empty slots in your chassis, use the 1756-N2 or 1756-N2XT slot-
filler module.

Add Local I/O to the I/O Configuration

If you are adding local I/O, add the I/O module to the backplane with the
controller. To add an I/O module to the local chassis, complete these steps.

1. Right-click the backplane and choose New Module.

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2. Select the I/O module that you want to add and click OK.

3. Specify the configuration properties according to the module and

network configuration you are using.
See the Additional Resources section in the preface for more
information if you are designing your ControlLogix System for any of
the following modules:
Analog I/O
Configurable flowmeter
Digital I/O
HART analog I/O
High-speed analog I/O
High-speed counter
Low-speed counter
Programmable limit switch

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Remote I/O Modules Remote I/O refers to I/O that is not in the local chassis and connects to the
controller via a communication network. There are several families of I/O that
are remote from the controller:
5069 Compact I/O in a remote bank using a 5069-AEN2TR or similar
adapter
1756 I/O in a remote chassis via a Network Bridge Module
Distributed I/O families such as Point or Block I/O
On-machine I/O families such as ArmorPoint or ArmorBlock I/O

The ControlLogix controller supports the use of remote I/O via these
networks:
EtherNet/IP
ControlNet
DeviceNet
Universal remote I/O

For more information about the network configurations that can be used to
connect remote I/O, see Communication Networks on page 57.

Figure 18 - ControlLogix 5580 Controller and Remote I/O on a 1 Gbps EtherNet/IP Network

1756-L85E
1756 I/O
5069-AEN2TR
5069 Compact I/O

5069-AEN2TR
5069 Compact I/O

Workstation Stratix switch with 5069-AEN2TR

Gigabit Copper Ports 5069 Compact I/O

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Add Remote I/O to the Ethernet Port on the Controller

If you are adding remote I/O, you can add the I/O modules to the Ethernet
port of the controller. To add remote I/O to the I/O Configuration folder in
the Logix Designer application, complete these steps.

1. In the I/O Configuration tree, right-click Ethernet and choose New

Module.

2. Select the remote communication module or EtherNet/IP device.

For some modules, the Select Major Revision dialog box can appear. If
the dialog box appears, choose the major revision of the module and
click OK.

3. Make sure Close on Create is checked.

4. Click Create.
5. Specify the communication module properties according to your
network configuration.
For more information about the communication module and network
properties, see the Additional Resources section in the Preface.

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6. Right-click the backplane of the newly added communication module

and choose New Module.

7. Select the I/O module that you want to add and click OK.

8. Make sure Close on Create is checked.

9. Click Create.
10. Specify the Module Properties according to your module and
application.
See the Additional Resources section in the Preface for more
information about the module configuration properties for any of the
following modules:
Analog I/O
Configurable flowmeter
Digital I/O
HART analog I/O
High-speed analog I/O
High-speed counter
Low-speed counter
Programmable limit switch

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11. Add any other I/O modules that you are using in the remote chassis.

12. Complete steps 111 until your remote I/O network and I/O modules
are configured.

Add Remote I/0 to a Local Communication Module

If you are using local communication modules that are connected to the
controller, then add the I/O modules to the backplane of the communication
module. To add remote I/O to the I/O Configuration tree in the Logix
Designer application, complete these steps.

1. Right-click the backplane of the local chassis, and choose New Module.

2. Select a communication module.

3. Click Create.

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4. Specify the communication module properties according to your

network configuration.
For more information about the communication module and network
properties, see the Additional Resources section in the Preface.

5. Click OK.
6. Click Close on the Select Module Type dialog box.
7. Right-click the communication network under the communication
module, and choose New Module.

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8. Select the communication adapter for the I/O platform that you are
using.

9. Click Create.
10. Specify the module and connection properties according to your
network configuration.

11. Click OK.

12. Click Close on the Select Module Type dialog box.

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13. Right-click the backplane of the newly added communication adapter

and choose New Module.

14. Select the I/O module that you want to add, and click Create.

15. Specify the Module Properties according to your module and

application. For more information about the module configuration
properties, see the user manual for the I/O module you are adding.

16. Add any other I/O modules that you are using in this bus.
17. Complete steps 116 until your remote I/O network and I/O modules
are configured.

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Add to the I/O Configuration With Studio 5000 software version 28 or later, you can add I/O and other
devices to the controller configuration while you are online, and the mode
While Online switch is in either the REM or PROG positions.

The modules and devices you can add while online depends on the version of
the software you are using. Later versions have more modules and devices that
can be added while online.

You can add modules and devices to the local or remote chassis via an
EtherNet/IP network, or via the unscheduled portion of a ControlNet
network.

For information on the number of nodes you can have for an EtherNet/IP
network, see Nodes on an EtherNet/IP Network on page 76.

For more information about adding to the I/O Configuration while online, see
the these publications:
Runtime/On-line Addition of ControlLogix (1756) I/O over
ControlNet and EtherNet/IP White Paper,
publication LOGIX-WP006
Logix5000 Controllers Design Considerations Reference Manual,
publication 1756-RM094

Modules and Devices that Can be Added While Online

You can add these modules and devices to the ControlLogix 5580 controller
I/O configuration while online with Logix Designer, version 28.00.00 or later.
1756 controllers
1756 ControlNet modules
1756 DeviceNet bridges
1756 EtherNet/IP modules
5069 EtherNet/IP adapters
5069 Compact I/O modules
1756 I/O and specialty modules
1756-DHRIO
1756-DHRIOXT

IMPORTANT These ControlLogix modules cannot be added while online:

1756-RIO
1756-SYNCH

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Determine When Data is ControlLogix controllers update data asynchronously with the execution of
logic. See these flowcharts to determine when a controller, input module, or
Updated bridge sends data:
Input Data Update Flowchart on this page
Output Data Update Flowchart on page 96

Input Data Update Flowchart

Digital without events, analog without RTS, produced tag

Method of Input Data Production Produced tag with data state change events

Digital with Events Enabled

Analog with RTS Enabled

RTS RPI? No

Yes

Data is sent by the module at the RTS. Data is sent by the module
at the RTS and RPI.

Data is sent by the module at the RPI

and at the change of a specified point.

Data is sent by the producing controller

at the RPI and when an IOT executes.
The Event task in a consuming controller
will only be triggered when an IOT
instruction is executed in the producer.

Data is sent by the module or the

producing controller at the RPI.

New data can appear in Input tags at any point in the program scan. If
the control logic reads input tag values in multiple locations, do not
assume the data will be unchanged throughout the scan of the logic.

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Output Data Update Flowchart

Automatic output
processing of each task.
Method of Output Data Production Type of local module

Cyclic data production IOT instruction executes.

at the RPI.
Local ControlNet bridge Local analog module Local discrete
(CN2 series B and newer) Local Ethernet bridge module
Local DeviceNet scanner

Data is sent by the Data is sent by the Data is sent by the controller No data sent by automatic Data is sent by the controller
controller triggered controller triggered to the ControlNet module output processing (data sent triggered by the end of task.
by the RPI. by the user program. (sent out on ControlNet at the at RPI).
next scheduled interval).

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Topic Page
Elements of a Control Application 97
Tasks 98
Programs 101
Routines 104
Parameters and Local Tags 105
Programming Languages 106
Add-On Instructions 107
Extended Properties 108
Access the Module Object from an Add-On Instruction 109
Monitoring Controller Status 110
Monitoring I/O Connections 110

Elements of a A control application consists of several elements that require planning for
efficient application execution. Application elements include the following:
Control Application
Tasks
Programs
Routines
Parameters and Local Tags
Add-On Instructions

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Figure 19 - Elements of a Control Application

Controller Fault Handler

Task 32

Task 1
Configuration

Status

Program 1000 Watchdog

Program 1 Program Tags

and Program
Main Routine Parameters

Fault Routine

Other Routines

Add-On Instruction
Controller (global) Tags I/O Data System-shared Data
Definition

Tasks A Logix5000 controller lets you use multiple tasks to schedule and prioritize
the execution of your programs based on criteria. This multitasking allocates
the processing time of the controller among the operations in your application:
The controller executes only one task at a time.
One task can interrupt the execution of another and take control based
on its priority.
In any given task, multiple programs can be used. However, only one
program executes at a time.
You can display tasks in the Controller or Logical Organizer views, as
necessary.

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Figure 20 - Task Within a Control Application

Controller Fault Handler

Task 32

Task 1
Configuration
Status

Watchdog
Program 1000

Program 1 Program Tags

Main Routine and Program
Parameters
Fault Routine
Other
Routines

Controller (global) Add-On Instruction I/O Data System-shared

Tags Definition Data

Figure 21 - Tasks
Controller Organizer Logical Organizer

Main Task
(continuous)

Main Task
(continuous)

Task 2
(periodic)
Task 2
(periodic)

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A task provides scheduling and priority information for a set of one or more
programs. Configure tasks as continuous, periodic, or event by using the Task
Properties dialog box.

Figure 22 - Configuring the Task Type

Table 22 explains the types of tasks you can configure.

Table 22 - Task Types and Execution Frequency
Task Type Task Execution Description
Continuous Constant The continuous task runs in the background. Any CPU time that is not allocated to other operations (such as motion and
other tasks) is used to execute the programs in the continuous task.
The continuous task runs constantly. When the continuous task completes a full scan, it restarts immediately.
A project does not require a continuous task. If used, there can be only one continuous task.
Periodic At a set interval, such as each 100 ms A periodic task performs a function at an interval.
Whenever the time for the periodic task expires, the task interrupts any lower priority tasks, executes once, and
returns control to where the previous task left off.
You can configure the time period from 0.12,000,000.00 ms. The default is 10 ms. It is also controller and
configuration dependent.
Event Immediately when an event occurs An event task performs a function when an event (trigger) occurs. The trigger for the event task can be the following:
Module input data change of state
A consumed tag trigger
An EVENT instruction
An axis trigger
A motion event trigger
You can configure an optional timeout interval for missed event triggers, which causes the event tasks to execute even in
the absence of the trigger. Set the Check the Execute Task If No Event Occurs Within <timeout period> check box for
task.

The ControlLogix controller supports up to 32 tasks, only one of which can

be continuous.

A task can have up to 1000 programs, each with its own executable routines
and program-scoped tags. Once a task is triggered (activated), the programs
that are assigned to the task execute in the order in which they are grouped.
Programs can appear only once in the Controller Organizer and multiple tasks
cannot share them.

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Task Priority

Each task in the controller has a priority level. The operating system uses the
priority level to determine which task to execute when multiple tasks are
triggered. A higher priority task interrupts any lower priority task. The
continuous task has the lowest priority, and a periodic or event task interrupts
it.

You can configure periodic and event tasks to execute from the lowest priority
of 15 up to the highest priority of 1. Configure the task priority by using the
Task Properties dialog box.

Figure 23 - Configure Task Priority

Programs The controller operating system is a pre-emptive multitasking system that is in

compliance with IEC 61131-3. This system provides the following:
Programs to group data and logic
Routines to encapsulate executable code that is written in one
programming language

Each program contains the following:

Local Tags
Parameters
A main executable routine
Other routines
An optional fault routine

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Figure 24 - Program Within a Control Application

Controller Fault Handler

Task 32

Task 1
Configuration

Status

Watchdog
Program 1000

Program 1
Program Tags
Main Routine and Program
Parameters

Fault Routine

Other Routines

Add-On Instruction
Controller (global) Tags I/O Data System-shared Data
Definition

Figure 25 - Programs
Controller Organizer Logical Organizer

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Scheduled and Unscheduled Programs

The scheduled programs within a task execute to completion from first to last.
Programs that are not attached to any task show up as unscheduled programs.

Unscheduled programs within a task are downloaded to the controller with the
entire project. The controller verifies unscheduled programs but does not
execute them.

You must schedule a program within a task before the controller can scan the
program. To schedule an unscheduled program, use the
Program/Phase Schedule tab of the Task Properties dialog box.

Figure 26 - Scheduling an Unscheduled Program

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Routines A routine is a set of logic instructions in one programming language, such as

Ladder Diagram (ladder logic). Routines provide the executable code for the
project in a controller. A routine is similar to a program file or subroutine in a
PLC or SLC processor.

Each program has a main routine. The main is the first routine to execute when
the controller triggers the associated task and calls the associated program. Use
logic, such as the Jump to Subroutine ( JSR) instruction, to call other routines.

You can also specify an optional program fault routine. The controller executes
this routine if it encounters an instruction-execution fault within any of the
routines in the associated program.

Figure 27 - Routines in a Control Application

Controller Fault Handler

Task 32

Task 1
Configuration

Status

Watchdog
Program 1000

Program 1
Program Tags
and Program
Main Routine
Parameters

Fault Routine

Other Routines

Controller (global) Tags Add-On Instruction I/O Data System-shared Data

Definition

Figure 28 - Routines
Controller Designer Logical Designer

Routine
Routine

Routine Routine

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Parameters and Local Tags With a Logix5000 controller, you use a tag (alphanumeric name) to address
data (variables). In Logix5000 controllers, there is no fixed, numeric format.
The tag name identifies the data and lets you do the following:
Organize your data to mirror your machinery.
Document your application as you develop it.

This example shows data tags that are created within the scope of the Main
Program of the controller.

Figure 29 - Tags Example

Controller Organizer Main Program Parameters and Local Tags

Program Tags WindowMain Program Parameters and Local Tags

Analog I/O Device

Integer Value
Storage Bit
Counter
Timer
Digital I/O Device

There are several guidelines for creating and configuring parameters and local
tags for optimal task and program execution. For more information, see the
Logix5000 Controllers and I/O Tag Data Programming Manual, publication
1756-PM004.

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Programming Languages The Studio 5000 Logix Designer application supports these programming
languages.
Table 23 - ControlLogix Controller Programming Languages
Language Is best used in programs with
Ladder Diagram (LD) Continuous or parallel execution of multiple operations (not sequenced)
Boolean or bit-based operations
Complex logical operations
Message and communication processing
Machine interlocking
Operations that service or maintenance personnel have to interpret to
troubleshoot the machine or process
Function Block Diagram (FBD) Continuous process and drive control
Loop control
Calculations in circuit flow
Sequential Function Chart (SFC) High-level management of multiple operations
Repetitive sequence of operations
Batch process
Motion control that uses structured text
State machine operations
Structured Text (ST) Complex mathematical operations
Specialized array or table loop processing
ASCII string handling or protocol processing

For information about programming in these languages, see the

Logix5000 Controllers Common Procedures Programming Manual,
publication 1756-PM001.

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Add-On Instructions With the Logix Designer application, you can design and configure sets of
commonly used instructions to increase project consistency. Similar to the
built-in instructions that are contained in Logix5000 controllers, these
instructions you create are called Add-On Instructions. Add-On Instructions
reuse common control algorithms. With them, you can do the following:
Ease maintenance by creating logic for one instance.
Apply source protection to help protect intellectual property.
Reduce documentation development time.

You can use Add-On Instructions across multiple projects. You can define your
instructions, obtain them from somebody else, or copy them from another
project.

Table 24 explains some of the capabilities and advantages of use Add-On

Instructions.
Table 24 - Add-On Instruction Capabilities
Capability Description
Save Time With Add-On Instructions, you can combine your most commonly used logic into sets of reusable instructions. You save time when
you create instructions for your projects and share them with others. Add-On Instructions increase project consistency because
commonly used algorithms all work in the same manner, regardless of who implements the project.
Use Standard Editors You create Add-On Instructions by using one of three editors:
Ladder Diagram
Function Block Diagram
Structured Text
Export Add-On Instructions You can export Add-On Instructions to other projects and copy and paste them from one project to another. Give each instruction a
unique, descriptive name to make it easier to manage and reuse your collection of Add-On Instructions.
Use Context Views Context views let you visualize the logic of an instruction for instant, simplified online troubleshooting of your Add-On Instructions.
Document the Instruction When you create an instruction, you enter information for the description fields. Each instruction definition includes revision,
change history, and description information. The description text also becomes the help topic for the instruction.
Apply Source Protection When you create Add-On Instructions, you can limit users of your instructions to read-only access, or you can bar access to the
internal logic or local parameters that are used by the instructions. This source protection lets you stop unwanted changes to your
instructions and helps protect your intellectual property.

Once defined in a project, Add-On Instructions behave similarly to the built-in

instructions in Logix5000 controllers. They appear on the instruction tool bar
for easy access along with internal instructions.

Figure 30 - Add-On Instructions

Controller Organizer

Instruction Toolbar

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Extended Properties The Extended Properties feature lets you define more information, such as
limits, engineering units, or state identifiers for various components within
your controller project.

Component Extended Properties

Tag In the tag editor, add extended properties to a tag.
User-defined data type In the data type editor, add extended properties to data types.
Add-On Instructions In the properties that are associated with the Add-On Instruction definition, add
extended properties to Add-On Instructions.

Pass-through behavior is the ability to assign extended properties at a higher

level of a structure or Add-On Instruction and have that extended property
automatically available for all members. Pass-through behavior is available for
descriptions, state identifiers, and engineering units and you can configure it.
Configure pass-through behavior on the Project tab of the Controller
Properties dialog box. If you choose not to show pass-through properties, only
extended properties that have been configured for a given component are
displayed.

Pass-through behavior is not available for limits. When an instance of a tag is

created, if limits are associated with the data type, the instance is copied.

Use the .@Min and .@Max syntax to define tags that have limits, as there is no
indication in the tag browser that limit extended properties are defined for a
tag. If you try to use extended properties that have not been defined for a tag,
the editors show a visual indication and the routine does not verify. Visual
indicators include:
A rung error in Ladder Logic.
A verification error X in Function Block Diagrams.
The error underlined in Structured Text.

You can access limit extended properties that are defined on tags by using the
.@Min and .@Max syntax. However, you cannot write to extended properties
values in logic.

For more information on Extended Properties, see the Logix5000 Controllers

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Access the Module Object The MODULE object provides status information about a module. To select a
particular module object, set the Object Name operand of the GSV/SSV
from an Add-On Instruction instruction to the module name. The specified module must be present in the
I/O Configuration section of the controller organizer and must have a device
name.

Create the Add-On Instruction

With the Logix Designer application, you can access a MODULE object
directly from an Add-On Instruction.

You must create a Module Reference parameter when you define the Add-On
Instruction to access the MODULE object data. A Module Reference
parameter is an InOut parameter of the MODULE data type that points to the
MODULE Object of a hardware module. You can use module reference
parameters in both Add-On Instruction logic and program logic.

For more information on the Module Reference parameter, see the Logix
Designer application online help and the Logix5000 Controllers Add-On
Instructions Programming Manual, publication 1756-PM010.

The MODULE object uses the following attributes to provide status

information:
EntryStatus
FaultCode
FaultInfo
FWSupervisorStatus
ForceStatus
Instance
LEDStatus
Mode
Path

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Monitoring Controller Status The ControlLogix controller uses Get System Value (GSV) and Set System
Value (SSV) instructions to get and set (change) controller data. The controller
stores system data in objects. There is no status file, as in the PLC-5 processor.

The GSV instruction retrieves the specified information and places it in the
destination. The SSV instruction sets the specified attribute with data from the
source. Both instructions are available from the Input/Output tab of the
Instruction toolbar.

Figure 31 - GSV and SSV Instructions for Monitoring and Setting Attributes

When you add a GSV/SSV instruction to the program, the object classes,
object names, and attribute names for the instruction are shown. For the GSV
instruction, you can get values for the available attributes. For the SSV
instruction, only the attributes you can set are shown.

Some object types appear repeatedly, so you have to specify the object name.
For example, there can be several tasks in your application. Each task has its
own Task object that you access by the task name.

The GSV and SSV instructions monitor and set many objects and attributes.
See the online help for the GSV and SSV instructions.

Monitoring I/O Connections If communication with a device in the I/O configuration of the controller does
not occur in an application-specific period, the communication times out and
the controller produces warnings.

The minimum timeout period that, once expired without communication,

causes a timeout is 100 ms. The timeout period can be greater, depending on
the RPI of the application. For example, if your application uses the default
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For more information on how to determine the time for your application,
search the Rockwell Automation Knowledgebase for answer ID 38535. The
document is available at http://www.rockwellautomation.com/
knowledgebase.

When a timeout does occur, the controller produces these warnings;

I/O Fault status information scrolls across the 4-character status display
of the controller.

A shows over the I/O configuration folder and over the devices
that have timed out.

A module fault code is produced, which you can access via the
following:
The Module Properties dialog box
A GSV instruction

For more information about I/O faults, see the Logix5000 Controllers Major,
Minor, and I/O Faults Programming Manual, publication 1756-PM014.

Determine if I/O Communication Has Timed Out

This example can be used with the ControlLogix 5580 controllers:

The GSV instruction gets the status of the I/O status indicator (via the
LEDStatus attribute of the Module object) and stores it in the
IO_LED tag.

IO_LED is a DINT tag that stores the status of the I/O status indicator
or status display on the front of the controller.

If IO_LED equals 2, then at least one I/O connection has been lost and
the Fault_Alert is set.

Figure 32 - GSV Used to Identify I/O Timeout

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Determine if I/O Communication to a Specific I/O Module has

Timed Out
If communication times out with a device (module) in the I/O configuration
of the controller, the controller produces a fault code and fault information for
the module. You can use GSV instructions to get fault code and information
via the FaultCode and FaultInfo attributes of the Module object.

Automatic Handling of I/O Module Connection Faults

Depending on your application, you may want an I/O connection error to

cause the Controller Fault Handler to execute. To do so, set the module
property that causes a major fault to result from an I/O connection error. The
major fault causes the execution of the Controller Fault Handler.

If it is important to interrupt your normal program scan to handle an I/O

connection fault, set the Major Fault On Controller If Connection Fails
While In Run Mode and put the logic in the Controller Fault Handler.

Figure 33 - I/O Connection Fault Causes Major Fault

If responding to a failed I/O module connection can wait until the next
program scan, put the logic in a normal routine and use the GSV technique
that is described on page 111 to call the logic.

First, develop a routine in the Controller Fault Handler that can respond to
I/O connection faults. Then, in the Module Properties dialog box of the I/O
module or parent communication module, check Major Fault On Controller If
Connection Fails While in Run Mode.

TIP Detecting the I/O connection loss takes at least 100 milliseconds, even if the Controller
Fault Handler is used.

For more information about programming the Controller Fault Handler, see
the Logix5000 Major, Minor, and I/O Faults Programming Manual,
publication 1756-PM014.

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Sample Controller Projects

Logix Designer includes sample projects that you can copy and modify to fit
your application. To access the sample projects, choose Open Sample Project in
the Studio 5000 interface and navigate to
Samples > ENU > vXX > Rockwell Automation.

Figure 34 - Opening Sample Projects

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Develop Motion Applications

ControlLogix 5580 controllers support Integrated Motion on the

EtherNet/IP network on digital and integrated motion interfaces:
Digital drive interfaces include EtherNet/IP connected drives.
Integrated Motion on an EtherNet/IP network supports Kinetix 350,
Kinetix 5500, Kinetix 5700, and Kinetix 6500 drives, and
PowerFlex 755.

For more information, see these publications:

Integrated Motion on the EtherNet/IP Network Configuration and
Startup User Manual, publication MOTION-UM003.
Integrated Motion on the EtherNet/IP Network Reference Manual,
Publication MOTION-RM003.

Topic Page
Motion Overview 115
Motion Applications 116
Obtain Axis Information 118
Program Motion Control 116

Motion Overview The ControlLogix 5580 controllers support up to 256 axes of integrated
motion. The 256 axes can be any combination of CIP, Virtual, and Consumed
axes. You can add all axes to one Motion Group, and you can assign any
combination of axes to different axis update schedules.
The ControlLogix 5580 controllers do not support Analog or SERCOS
motion.

TIP Rockwell Automation recommends using the built-in EtherNet/IP port for
high-performance motion applications.

You can associate Integrated Motion axes to any appropriate drive, regardless of
whether the communications path to the drive is via the embedded Ethernet
port, or over the 1756 backplane (through an Ethernet bridge such as a
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Motion Applications The configuration process varies, depending on your application and your
drive selection.
These are general steps to configure a motion application. See the Integrated
Motion on the Ethernet I/P Network Configuration and Startup User
Manual, publication MOTION-UM003 for more information.

1. Create a controller project.

2. Add a physical drive to the I/O configuration of the project.
3. Create and configure logical Axes, and associate them with physical
drives or virtual axes.
4. Create and configure a Motion Group.
5. Assign Axes to the Motion Group.
6. Specify the motor data source.
7. Display the motor model information.
8. Assign Motor Feedback.
9. Configure the load feedback.
10. Configure the master feedback.
11. Commission an axis.
12. Home an axis.
13. Optionally create and configure Coordinate Systems.
14. Write user logic to control motion.
15. Optionally tune the physical drives for the attached loads.

Program Motion Control The controller provides a set of motion control instructions for your axes:
The controller uses these instructions just like the rest of the Logix5000
instructions.
Each motion instruction works on one or more axes.
Each motion instruction needs a motion control tag. The tag uses a
MOTION_INSTRUCTION data type and stores the information
status of the instruction.
You can program by using motion control instructions in these
programming languages:
Ladder Diagram (LD)
Structured Text (ST)
Sequential Function Chart (SFC)

For more information, see the Logix5000 Controller Motion Instructions

Reference Manual, publication MOTION-RM002.

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Figure 35 - Motion Control Instruction

Motion Control Tag

ATTENTION: Use each motion control tag in only one motion instruction.
Unintended operation can result if you reuse the same motion control tag in
other motion instructions, or if you write to any of the motion control tag
elements.

Example

In this example, a simple ladder diagram that homes, jogs, and moves an axis.

If Initialize_Pushbutton = on and the axis = off (My_Axis_X.ServoActionStatus = off) then the MSO instruction turns on the axis.

If Home_Pushbutton = on and the axis hasnt been homed (My_Axis_X.AxisHomedStatus = off) then the MAH instruction homes the axis.

If Jog_Pushbutton = on and the axis = on (My_Axis_X.ServoActionStatus = on) then the MAJ instruction jogs the axis forward at 8 units/second.

If Jog_Pushbutton = off then the MAS instruction stops the axis at 100 units/.second. Make sure that Change Decel is Yes. Otherwise, the axis
decelerates at its maximum speed.

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If Move_Command = on and the axis = on (My_Axis_X.ServoActionStatus = on) then the MAM instruction moves the axis. The axis moves to the
position of 10 units at 1 unit/second.

Obtain Axis Information You can obtain axis information by using these methods:
Double-click the axis to open the Axis Properties dialog box.
Use a Get System Value (GSV) or Set System Value (SSV) instruction to
read or change the configuration at runtime.
View the QuickView pane to see the state and faults of an axis.
Use an axis tag for status and faults.

Figure 36 - Obtain Axis Information

Axis Properties Dialog Box

SSV (or GSV) Instruction

Axis Tag

Quick View Pane

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Troubleshoot the Controller

There are several ways that you can diagnose and troubleshoot the controllers.

Topic Page
Controller Diagnostics with Logix Designer 119
Controller Diagnostics with RSLinx Software 126
Controller Web Pages 131

Controller Diagnostics with You can use the Controller Properties in Logix Designer to view fault
conditions.
Logix Designer
Warning Symbol and Controller State Indicators

A warning symbol appears in the controller organizer next to the I/O module.
This occurs when there are faults or other conditions in the I/O module, or if
the connection to the I/O module fails while in run mode.
If you have set an I/O module to fault the controller when the
connection fails, then the controller state indicates Faulted and the
controller status displays Controller Fault and is lit solid red. I/O Not
Responding blinks green.
If you have set an I/O module to not fault the controller when the
connection fails, then the controller status displays Controller OK and
is lit solid green. I/O Not Responding blinks green.

Controller Status

I/O Module Status

I/O Module set to fault controller I/O Module set to not fault controller

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I/O Module Properties Tab

The General, Connection, and Module Info tabs show fault information.
Message in the status line on the General Tab of an I/O module
Properties.

The Connection tab shows the module fault. This example shows a
communications fault.

On the Module Info tab, the Status section lists the Major and Minor
Faults along with the Internal State of the module.
The Module Info tab requires successful communications. If
communication to the I/O module is OK, but the module itself is
faulted, then the Module Info tab helps in troubleshooting the fault. If
there is a communication fault, then the Connection Tab would be of
more use.
When you click on the Module Info Tab, a dialog box appears that
shows the module reported general error status and the fault code.

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Notification in the Tag Editor

General module faults are also reported in the Tag Editor. Diagnostic faults are
reported only in the tag editor.

The Value field indicates a fault with the number 1.

Enable Major Fault on Controller

To display recent I/O fault information in the Major Faults tab of the
Controller Properties screen, you must first check the Major Fault on
Controller option on the I/O Properties Connection tab.

When you are monitoring the configuration properties of a module in the

Logix Designer application and receive a Communication fault message, the
Major Faults tab indicates the type of fault under Recent Faults.

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Port Diagnostics

When your project is online, you can view the status of the embedded Ethernet
port on the controller.

1. In the I/O Configuration, double-click on the controller to display the

Controller Properties.
2. Click the Port Configuration tab.
3. On the Port Configuration tab, click the Port Diagnostics button.

The Port Diagnostics page, displays information for the port. See Table 25 on
page 123 for parameter descriptions.

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Table 25 - Port Diagnostics Parameters - Logix Designer

Parameter Description
Interface Counters The Interface Counters values have no value when you are offline or online and
there is a communication error.
Octets Inbound Displays the number of octets that are received on the interface.
Octets Outbound Displays the number of octets that are transmitted to the interface.
Unicast Packets Inbound Displays the number of unicast packets that are received on the interface.
Unicast Packets Outbound Displays the number of unicast packets that are transmitted on the interface.
Non-unicast Packets Inbound Displays the number of non-unicast packets that are received on the interface.
Non-unicast Packets Outbound Displays the number of non-unicast packets that are transmitted on the
interface.
Packets Discarded Inbound Displays the number of inbound packets that are received on the interface but
discarded.
Packets Discarded Outbound Displays the number of outbound packets that are transmitted on the interface
but discarded.
Packets With Errors Inbound Displays the number of inbound packets that contain errors (excludes discarded
inbound packets).
Packets With Errors Outbound Displays the number of outbound packets that contain errors (excludes
discarded outbound packets).
Unknown Protocol Packets Displays the number of inbound packets with unknown protocol.
Inbound
Media Counters The Media Counters values have no value when you are offline or online and
there is a communication error.
Alignment Errors Displays the number of frames received that are not an integral number of
octets in length.
FCS Errors Displays the number of frames received that do not pass the FCS check.
Single Collisions Displays the number of successfully transmitted frames that experienced exactly
one collision.
Multiple Collisions Displays the number of successfully transmitted frames that experienced
multiple collisions.
SQE Test Errors Displays the number of times an SQE test error message was generated.
Deferred Transmissions Displays the number of frames for which the first transmission attempt is
delayed because the medium is busy.
Late Collisions Displays the number of times a collision is detected later than 512 bit-times into
the transmission of a packet.
Excessive Collisions Displays the number of frames for which transmission fails due to excessive
collisions.
MAC Transmit Errors Displays the number of frames for which transmission fails due to an internal
MAC sub layer transmit error.
MAC Receive Errors Displays the number of frames for which reception on an interface fails due to an
internal MAC sub layer receive error.
Carrier Sense Displays the number of times that the carrier sense condition was lost or never
asserted when attempting to transmit a frame.
Frame Too Long Displays the number of frames received that exceed the maximum permitted
frame size.
Reset Counters Click Reset Counter to cause the interface and media counter values on the
module to set to zero, and the values in the dialog to update to the current
counter values.
Reset Counter appears dimmed when:
offline
online and a communication error has occurred

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Advanced Time Sync

The Advanced Time Sync dialog displays information that is related to CIP
Sync time synchronization. The information appears only if the project is
online, and Time Synchronization is enabled on the Date/Time tab.

1. On the Date/Time, click the Advanced button.

The Advanced Time Sync dialog box opens. See Table 26 on page 125
for parameter descriptions.

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Table 26 - Time Sync Parameters

Grandmaster Clock
Description Displays information about the Grandmaster clock. The vendor of the Grandmaster device
controls this information. The following information is specified:
User Name
User Location
Protocol Address
Physical Address
Clock Type
Manufacturer Name
Model
Serial Number
Hardware Revision
Firmware Revision
Software Revision
Profile Identity
Physical Protocol
Network Protocol
Port Number
Use the vertical scroll bar to view the data.
Identity Displays the unique identifier for the Grandmaster clock. The format depends on the
network protocol. Ethernet network encodes the MAC address into the identifier.
Class Displays a measure of the quality of the Grandmaster clock. Values are defined from
0255 with zero as the best clock.
Accuracy Indicates the expected absolute accuracy of the Grandmaster clock relative to the PTP
epoch. The accuracy is specified as a graduated scale that starts at 25 nsec and ends at
greater than 10 seconds or unknown. The lower the accuracy value, the better the clock.
Variance Displays the measure of inherent stability properties of the Grandmaster clock. The value
is represented in offset scaled log units. The lower the variance, the better the clock.
Source Displays the time source of the Grandmaster clock. The available values are:
Atomic Clock
GPS
Radio
PTP
NTP
HAND set
Other
Oscillator
Priority 1 / Priority 2 Displays the relative priority of the Grandmaster clock to other clocks in the system. The
priority values range from 0255. The highest priority is zero. The default value for both
settings is 128.
Local Clock
Synchronization Status Displays whether the local clock is synchronized or not synchronized with the
Grandmaster reference clock. A clock is synchronized if it has one port in the slave state
and is receiving updates from the time master.
Offset to Master Displays the amount of deviation between the local clock and the Grandmaster clock in
nanoseconds.
Backplane State Displays the current state of the backplane. The available values are: Initializing, Faulty,
Disabled, Listening, PreMaster, Master, Passive, Uncalibration, Slave, or None.
Ethernet State Displays the state of the Ethernet port. The available values are: Initializing, Faulty,
Disabled, Listening, PreMaster, Master, Passive, Uncalibration, Slave, or None.
Identity Displays the unique identifier for the local clock. The format depends on the network
protocol. Ethernet network encodes the MAC address into the identifier.
Class Displays a measure of quality of the local clock. Values are defined from 0255, with
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Table 26 - Time Sync Parameters (continued)

Accuracy Indicates the expected absolute accuracy of the local clock relative to the PTP epoch. The
accuracy is specified as a graduated scale that starts at 25 nsec and ends at greater than 10
seconds or unknown. The lower the accuracy value, the better the clock.
Variance Displays the measure of inherent stability properties of the local clock. The value is
represented in offset scaled log units. The lower the variance, the better the clock.
Source Displays the time source of the local clock. The available values are:
Atomic Clock
GPS
Terrestrial Radio
PTP
NTP
HAND set
Other
Oscillator

Controller Diagnostics with You can also view diagnostic information in RSLinx software.
RSLinx Software 1. From the Communications menu, choose RSWho.

The RSWho dialog box appears.

2. Navigate to the Ethernet network.
3. Right-click the controller and choose Module Statistics.

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General Tab

The General tab shows device information, and any faults on the controller.

Port Diagnostics Tab

The Port Diagnostics tab shows information for the port. See Table 27 on
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Table 27 - Port Diagnostics Parameters - RSLinx

Parameter Description
Interface Counters Provides information relevant to receipt of packets on the interface
In Octets Octets received on the interface.
Out Octets Octets sent out from the interface.
In Ucast Packets Unicast packets that are received on the interface.
Out Ucast Packets Unicast packet sent out from the interface.
In NUcast Packets Non-unicast packets that are received on the interface.
Out NUcast Packets Non-unicast packets sent out from the interface.
In Discards Inbound packets that were received on the interface but discarded.
Out Discards Outbound packets that were sent out from the interface but were discarded.
In Errors Inbound packets that contain errors (excludes In Discards).
Out Errors Outbound packets that contain errors.
In Unknown Protos Inbound packets with unknown protocol.
Media Counters Provides information specific to Ethernet media you are using
Alignment Errors Frames received that are not an integral number of octets in length.
FCS Errors Frames received that do not pass the FCS (Frame Check Sequence) check.
Single Collisions Successfully transmitted frames that experienced exactly one collision.
Multiple Collisions Successfully transmitted frames that experienced multiple collision.
SQE Test Errors Number of times an SQE test error message was generated.
Deferred Transmissions Frames for which the first transmission attempt is delayed because the medium is busy.
Late Collisions Number of times a collision is detected later than 512 bit-times into the transmission of
a packet.
Excessive Collisions Frames for which transmission fails due to excessive collisions.
MAC Transmit Errors Frames for which transmission fails due to an internal MAC sub layer transmit error.
MAC Receive Errors Frames for which reception on an interface fails due to an internal MAC sub layer receive
error.
Carrier Sense Times that the carrier sense condition was lost or never asserted when attempting to
transmit a frame.
Frame Too Long Frames received that exceed the maximum permitted frame size.
Reset Counters Click Reset Counter to cause the interface and media counter values on the module to
set to zero, and the values in the dialog to update to the current counter values.
Reset Counter appears dimmed when:
offline
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Connection Manager Tab

See Table 28 for a description of the Connection Manager properties.

Table 28 - Connection Manager Properties

Field Description
Requests Number of open/close connection requests that this module has received.
Format Rejects Number of open/close connection requests this module has rejected because the request was
not formatted correctly or because some parameter value was not within a supported range
of values.
Resource Rejects Number of open connection requests that this module has rejected because the module did
not have enough resources (buffers, link bandwidth, or CPU utilization) to honor the request.
Other Rejects Number of open/close connection requests a module rejects.
Timeouts Number of connections that are not explicitly closed by the connection originator, but closed
by this module because they were not being used.

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USB Tab
The USB tab provides the following information about the adapter USB port.

Table 29 - General Information

Attribute Name Description
State State (Initializing, Fault, Initialized, Configured, Ready, and Reserved) of the USB interface.
Suspend The USB interface was suspended by the host.
Disabled The USB interface was disabled by the host.
Logical Address Logical address of the USB interface (slot number in the virtual backplane).
Bus Speed The highest USB bus speed the USB interface supports.
OTG Support USB On The Go (OTG) capability support.
Mode The operating mode (slave/host) of the USB interface, if the interface supports OTG.

Table 30 - Interface Counters provide diagnostic information in the USB-CIP layer

Counter Name Description
Rx Good Counter Total number of good USB-CIP transfers received.
Rx Bad Counter Total number of bad USB-CIP transfers received.
Rx Dropped Counter Total number of dropped USB-CIP transfers.
Tx Good Counter Total number of USB-CIP transfers sent.
Tx Retry Counter Total number of USB-CIP transfers retried.
Tx Dropped Counter Total number of USB-CIP transfers dropped.

Table 31 - Media Counters provide diagnostic information in the USB driver layer.
Counter Name Description
Rx Byte Counter Total number of bytes received.
Rx Dropped Counter Total number of received bytes dropped.
Tx Byte Counter Total number of bytes sent.
Tx Dropped Bytes Total number of transmit bytes dropped.
FIFO Overflow Total number of FIFO (First in First Out) overflows.

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Controller Web Pages The controller provides diagnostic web pages that track controller
performance, network performance, and backplane performance.

To access the diagnostic web pages, follow these steps.

1. Open your web browser.

2. In the Address field, type the IP address of the controller and press
Enter.

To access the diagnostic web pages, open the Diagnostics folder in the left-most
navigation bar, and click the link for each diagnostic web page you need to
monitor.

The Diagnostics web pages provide communications and messaging data for
the controller.

The Advanced diagnostics web pages provide data about the TCP/IP Network
and Precision Time Protocol.

Also see:
Tasks Webpage on page 132
Browse Chassis Webpage on page 133

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Tasks Webpage

On the Tasks webpage, the pie chart shows the percentage of the control core's
CPU consumed by the tasks that are on that core. The gauges show the CPU
utilization of the control and communications cores. The table shows the tasks
that are running on the control core (all system tasks are summarized as one
task).

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Browse Chassis Webpage

Browse Chassis lets you view module information, backplane statistics, and
connection statistics for modules in the local chassis.

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Status Indicators

The ControlLogix 5580 controllers have six status indicators and one
four-character scrolling status display.

Topic Page
4-Character Status Display 136
Controller Status Indicators 144
EtherNet/IP Indicators 145
Thermal Monitoring and Thermal Fault Behavior 146

This figure shows the location of the 4-Character status display and status
indicators.

Figure 37 - Status Display and Indicators

4-Character Scrolling Status Display, see page 136 EtherNet/IP Status Indicators, see page 145
Status Indicators, see page 144

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4-Character Status Display The ControlLogix 5580 controller 4-character status display scrolls messages
that provide information about the firmware revision, energy storage status,
project status, Ethernet port status, and major faults of the controller.

General Status Messages

The messages that are described in Table 32 are typically indicated upon
powerup, powerdown, and while the controller is running to show the status of
the controller.
Table 32 - General Status Messages
Message Interpretation
No message is The controller is Off.
indicated Check the OK indicator to determine if the controller is powered and determine the state
of the controller.
TEST The controller is conducting power-up tests.
CHRG The embedded energy storage circuit is charging.
PASS Power-up tests have been successfully completed.
SavingDo Not The controller is about to save an image to the SD card.
Remove SD Card
SAVE A project is being saved to the SD card. You can also view the SD Indicator (see page 144)
for more status information.
Allow the save to complete before:
Removing the SD card.
Disconnecting the power.
IMPORTANT: Do not remove the SD card while the controller is saving to the SD card.
Allow the save to complete without interruption. If you interrupt the save, data corruption
or loss can occur.
LOAD A project is being loaded from the SD card. You can also view the SD Indicator (see
page 144) for more status information.
Allow the load to complete before doing the following:
Removing the SD card
Disconnecting the power
IMPORTANT: Do not remove the SD card while the controller is loading from the SD card.
Allow the load to complete without interruption. If you interrupt the load, data corruption
or loss can occur.
UPDT A firmware update is being conducted from the SD card upon powerup. You can also view
the SD Indicator (see page 144) for more status information.
If you do not want the firmware to update upon powerup, change the Load Image
property of the controller.
Rev XX.xxx The major and minor revision of the firmware of the controller.
1756-L8XX The controller catalog number and series.
Link Down Message appears when the EtherNet/IP port does not have a connection. Message scrolls
continuously during operation.
Link Disabled Message appears when you have disabled the EtherNet/IP port. Message scrolls
continuously during operation.
DHCP- Message appears when the controller is set for DHCP, but not configured on a network.
00:00:XX:XX:XX:XX The message shows the MAC address of the controller. Message scrolls continuously
during operation if no IP address is set.
Ethernet Port Rate/ The current port rate and duplex state when the EtherNet/IP port has a connection.
Duplex State Message scrolls continuously during operation.

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Table 32 - General Status Messages (continued)

Message Interpretation
IP Address The IP address of the controller. Appears on powerup, then scrolls continuously during
operation. If the IP address is not yet set, then the MAC address appears.
Duplicate IP - Message appears when the controller detects a device with the same IP Address on the
00:00:XX:XX:XX:XX network. The message shows the MAC address of the device with the duplicate IP
Address. Message scrolls continuously during operation.
No Project No project is loaded on the controller.
To load a project, do one of the following:
Use Logix Designer application to download the project to the controller
Use an SD card to load a project to the controller
Project Name The name of the project that is loaded on the controller.
BUSY The I/O modules that are associated with the controller are not yet fully powered.
Allow time for powerup and I/O module self-testing.
Corrupt Certificate The security certificate that is associated with the firmware is corrupted.
Received Go to http://www.rockwellautomation.com/support/ and download the firmware
revision you are trying to update to. Replace the firmware revision that you have
previously installed with that posted on the Technical Support website.
Corrupt Image The firmware file is corrupted.
Received Go to http://www.rockwellautomation.com/support/ and download the firmware
revision you are trying to update to. Replace the firmware revision that you have
previously installed with that posted on the Technical Support website.
Backup Energy HW A failure with the embedded storage circuit has occurred, and the controller is incapable
Failure - Save Project of saving the program in the event of a powerdown. If you see this message, then save
your program to the SD card before you remove power, and then replace the module.
Backup Energy Low - The embedded storage circuit does not have sufficient energy to enable the controller to
Save Project save the program in the event of a powerdown. If you see this message, then save your
program to the SD card before you remove power, and then replace the module.
Flash in Progress A firmware update that is initiated via ControlFLASH or AutoFlash software is in
progress.
Allow the firmware update to complete without interruption.
Firmware Installation The controller is using boot firmware (that is revision 1.xxx) and requires a firmware
Required update.
SD Card Locked An SD card that is locked is installed.

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Fault Messages

If the controller displays a fault, these messages can appear on the status display.
Table 33 - Fault Messages
Message Interpretation
Major Fault TXX:CXX message A major fault of Type XX and Code XX has been detected.
For example, if the status display indicates Major Fault T04:C42 Invalid
JMP Target, a JMP instruction is programmed to jump to an invalid LBL
instruction.
For details about major recoverable faults, see the Logix5000 Major,
Minor, and I/O Fault Codes Programming Manual, publication
1756-PM014.
I/O Fault Local:X #XXXX message An I/O fault has occurred on a module in the local chassis. The slot
number and fault code are indicated along with a brief description.
For example, I/O Fault Local:3 #0107 Connection Not Found indicates
that a connection to the local I/O module in slot three is not open.
Take corrective action specific to the type of fault indicated.
For details about each I/O fault code, see the Logix5000 Major, Minor,
and I/O Fault Codes Programming Manual, publication 1756-PM014.
I/O Fault ModuleName #XXXX message An I/O fault has occurred on a module in a remote chassis. The name of
the faulted module is indicated with the fault code and brief description
of the fault.
For example, I/O Fault My_Module #0107 Connection Not Found
indicates that a connection to the module named My_Module is not
open.
Take corrective action specific to the type of fault indicated.
For details about each I/O fault code, see the Logix5000 Major, Minor,
and I/O Fault Codes Programming Manual, publication 1756-PM014.
I/O Fault ModuleParent:X #XXXX message An I/O fault has occurred on a module in a remote chassis. The parent
name of the module is indicated because no module name is configured
in the I/O Configuration tree of Logix Designer application. In addition,
the fault code is indicated with a brief description of the fault.
For example, I/O Fault My_CNet:3 #0107 Connection Not Found
indicates that a connection to a module in slot 3 of the chassis with the
communication module named My_CNet is not open.
Take corrective action specific to the type of fault indicated.
For details about each I/O fault code, see the Logix5000 Major, Minor,
and I/O Fault Codes Programming Manual, publication 1756-PM014.
X I/O Faults I/O faults are present and X = the number of I/O faults present.
If there are multiple I/O faults, the controller indicates the first fault
reported. As each I/O fault is resolved, the number of indicated faults
decreases and the I/O Fault message indicates the next reported fault.
Take corrective action specific to the type of fault indicated.
For details about each I/O fault code, see the Logix5000 Major, Minor,
and I/O Fault Codes Programming Manual, publication 1756-PM014.

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Major Fault Messages

The Major Fault TXX:CXX message on the controller status display indicates
major faults. Table 34 lists fault types, codes, and the associated messages as
they are shown on the status display.

For detailed descriptions and suggested recovery methods for major faults, see
the Logix5000 Major, Minor, and I/O Fault Codes Programming Manual,
publication 1756-PM014.
Table 34 - Major Fault Status Messages
Type Code Message
1 1 Run Mode Powerup
1 60 Nonrecoverable
1 61 Nonrecoverable Diagnostics Saved on SD Card
1 62 Nonrecoverable Diagnostics and Program Saved on SD card
3 16 I/O Connection Failure
3 20 Chassis Failure
3 21
3 23 Connection Failure
4 16 Unknown Instruction
4 20 Invalid Array Subscript
4 21 Control Structure LEN or POS < 0
4 31 Invalid JSR Parameter
4 34 Timer Failure
4 42 Invalid JMP Target
4 82 SFC Jump Back Failure
4 83 Value Out of Range
4 84 Stack Overflow
4 89 Invalid Target Step
4 90 Invalid Instruction
4 91 Invalid Context
4 92 Invalid Action
4 990 User-defined
4 991
4 992
4 993
4 994
4 995
4 996
4 997
4 998
4 999
6 1 Task Watchdog Expired

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Table 34 - Major Fault Status Messages (continued)

Type Code Message
7 40 Save Failure
7 41 Bad Restore Type
7 42 Bad Restore Revision
7 43 Bad Restore Checksum
7 44 Failed to Restore Processor Memory
8 1 Keyswitch Change Ignored
11 1 Positive Overtravel Limit Exceeded
11 2 Negative Overtravel Limit Exceeded
11 3 Position Error Tolerance Exceeded
11 4 Encoder Channel Connection Fault
11 5 Encoder Noise Event Detected
11 7 Synchronous Connection Fault
11 8 Servo Module Fault
11 9 Asynchronous Connection Fault
11 10 Motor Fault
11 11 Motor Thermal Fault
11 12 Drive Thermal Fault
11 14 Inactive Drive Enable Input Detected
11 15 Drive Phase Loss Detected
11 16 DriveGuard Fault
11 32 Motion Task Overlap Fault
11 33 CST Reference Loss Detected
12 32 Disqualified Secondary Controller Cycle Power
12 33 Unpartnered Controller Identified in New Primary Chassis
12 34 Keyswitch Positions of Primary and Secondary Controllers Mismatched
14 1 Safety Task Watchdog Expired
14 2 Error In Routine of Safety Task
14 3 Safety Partner Missing
14 4 Safety Partner Unavailable
14 5 Safety Partner Hardware Incompatible
14 6 Safety Partner Firmware Incompatible
14 7 Safety Task Inoperable
14 8 Coordinated System Time (CST) Not Found
14 9 Safety Partner Nonrecoverable Controller Fault
18 1 CIP Motion Initialization Fault
18 2 CIP Motion Initialization Fault Mfg
18 3 CIP Motion Axis Fault
18 4 CIP Motion Axis Fault Mfg
18 5 CIP Motion Fault
18 6 CIP Module Fault

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Table 34 - Major Fault Status Messages (continued)

Type Code Message
18 7 Motion Group Fault
18 8 CIP Motion Configuration Fault
18 9 CIP Motion APR Fault
18 10 CIP Motion APR Fault Mfg
18 128 CIP Motion Guard Fault

I/O Fault Codes

The controller indicates I/O faults on the status display in one of these
formats:
I/O Fault Local:X #XXXX message
I/O Fault ModuleName #XXXX message
I/O Fault ModuleParent:X #XXXX message

The first part of the format is used to indicate the location of the module with
a fault. How the location is indicated depends on your I/O configuration and
the properties of the module that are specified in Logix Designer application.

The latter part of the format, #XXXX message, can be used to diagnose the
type of I/O fault and potential corrective actions. For details about each I/O
fault code, see the Logix5000 Major, Minor, and I/O Fault Codes
Programming Manual, publication 1756-PM014.
Table 35 - I/O Fault Messages
Code Message
#0001 Connection Failure
#0002 Insufficient Resource
#0003 Invalid Value
#0004 IOI Syntax
#0005 Destination Unknown
#0006 Partial Data Transferred
#0007 Connection Lost
#0008 Service Unsupported
#0009 Invalid Attribute Value
#000A Attribute List Error
#000B State Already Exists
#000C Object Mode Conflict
#000D Object Already Exists
#000E Attribute Not Settable
#000F Permission Denied
#0010 Device State Conflict
#0011 Reply Too Large

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Table 35 - I/O Fault Messages (continued)

Code Message
#0012 Fragment Primitive
#0013 Insufficient Command Data
#0014 Attribute Not Supported
#0015 Data Too Large
#0100 Connection In Use
#0103 Transport Not Supported
#0106 Ownership Conflict
#0107 Connection Not Found
#0108 Invalid Connection Type
#0109 Invalid Connection Size
#0110 Module Not Configured
#0111 RPI Out of Range
#0113 Out of Connections
#0114 Wrong Module
#0115 Wrong Device Type
#0116 Wrong Revision
#0117 Invalid Connection Point
#0118 Invalid Configuration Format
#0119 Module Not Owned
#011A Out of Connection Resources
#0203 Connection Timeout
#0204 Unconnected Message Timeout
#0205 Invalid Parameter
#0206 Message Too Large
#0301 No Buffer Memory
#0302 Bandwidth Not Available
#0303 No Bridge Available
#0304 ControlNet Schedule Error
#0305 Signature Mismatch
#0306 CCM Not Available
#0311 Invalid Port
#0312 Invalid Link Address
#0315 Invalid Segment Type
#0317 Connection Not Scheduled
#0318 Invalid Link Address
#0319 No Secondary Resources Available
#031E No Available Resources
#031F No Available Resources
#0800 Network Link Offline
#0801 Incompatible Multicast RPI

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Table 35 - I/O Fault Messages (continued)

Code Message
#0814 Data Type Mismatch
#FD01 Bad Backplane EEPROM
#FD02 No Error Code
#FD03 Missing Required Connection
#FD04 No CST Master
#FD05 Axis or GRP Not Assigned
#FD0A Axis Attribute Reject
#FD1F Safety I/O
#FD20 No Safety Task
#FE01 Invalid Connection Type
#FE02 Invalid Update Rate
#FE03 Invalid Input Connection
#FE04 Invalid Input Data Pointer
#FE05 Invalid Input Data Size
#FE06 Invalid Input Force Pointer
#FE07 Invalid Output Connection
#FE08 Invalid Output Data Pointer
#FE09 Invalid Output Data Size
#FE0A Invalid Output Force Pointer
#FE0B Invalid Symbol String
#FE0C Invalid Scheduled Personal Computer Instance
#FE0D Invalid Symbol Instance
#FE0E Module Firmware Updating
#FE0F Invalid Firmware File Revision
#FE10 Firmware File Not Found
#FE11 Firmware File Invalid
#FE12 Automatic Firmware Update Failed
#FE13 Update Failed - Active Connection
#FE14 Searching Firmware File
#FE22 Invalid Connection Type
#FE23 Invalid Unicast Allowed
#FF00 No Connection Instance
#FF01 Path Too Long
#FF04 Invalid State
#FF08 Invalid Path
#FF0B Invalid Config
#FF0E No Connection Allowed

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Controller Status Indicators The status indicators are below the status display on the controller. They
indicate the state of the controller as described in these tables.

RUN Indicator
The RUN indicator shows the current mode of the controller. To change the
controller mode, you can use the keyswitch on the front of the controller or the
Controller Status menu in the Logix Designer application.

Table 36 - RUN Indicator

State Description
Off The controller is in Program or Test mode.
Steady green The controller is in Run mode.

FORCE Indicator

The Force indicator shows if I/O forces are enabled on the controller.

Table 37 - FORCE Indicator

State Description
Off No tags contain I/O force values.
Solid amber I/O forces enabled. If any I/O force values exist they are active.
Use caution if you change any force values - in this state, the changes take effect
immediately.
Flashing amber I/O forces exist in the application, but are not active because I/O forces are not enabled.
Use caution when enabling I/O forces - all existing I/O force values take effect
immediately.

SD Indicator

The SD indicator shows if the SD card is in use.

Table 38 - SD Indicator
State Description
Off No activity is occurring with the SD card.
Flashing green The controller is reading from or writing to the SD card.
IMPORTANT: Do not remove the SD card while the controller is reading or writing. Allow the
Solid green read/write to complete without interruption. If you interrupt the read/write, data corruption
or loss can occur.
Flashing red The SD card does not have a valid file system.
Solid red The controller does not recognize the SD card.

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OK Indicator

The OK indicator shows the state of the controller.

Table 39 - OK Indicator
State Description
Off No power is applied to the controller.
Flashing red Either of the following is true:
It is a new controller, out of the box, and it requires a firmware update. If a firmware update
is required, the status display indicates Firmware Installation Required. To update firmware,
see Update Controller Firmware on page 30.
It is a previously used or in-use controller and a major fault has occurred. For details about
major recoverable and nonrecoverable faults, see the Logix5000 Major, Minor, and I/O Fault
Codes Programming Manual, publication 1756-PM014.
Solid red One of the following is true:
The controller is completing power-up diagnostics.
The charge of the capacitor in the ESM is being discharged upon powerdown.
The controller is powered, but is inoperable.
The controller is loading a project to nonvolatile memory.
The controller is experiencing a Hardware Preservation Fault due to a high internal module
temperature. In this condition, only the status indicator receives power. Once the controller
cools down to an acceptable temperature, then full power is applied.
Solid green The controller is operating normally.

EtherNet/IP Indicators The EtherNet/IP indicators show the state of the EtherNet/IP port and
communications activity.

Indicator State Description

NET Off The controller is not configured, or does not have an IP address.
The port is administratively disabled.
Flashing green The controller has an IP address, but no active connections are established.
Steady green The controller has an IP address and at least one established active connection.
Steady red Duplicate IP Address or invalid configuration.
LINK Off No activity. One of these conditions exists:
No link exists on the port.
Verify that the RJ45 cables are properly seated in the adapter and connected
devices.
The port is administratively disabled.
Flashing green Activity exists on the port.

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Thermal Monitoring and The ControlLogix 5580 controllers can monitor internal module
temperatures. The controllers take actions as the temperature increases, as in
Thermal Fault Behavior this graphic.

Figure 38 - The ControlLogix 5580 Controller Thermal Fault Behavior

All power to the controller is disabled except to Threshold for controller to declare a `Hardware Preservation Fault,
run the red OK status indicator and monitor the Power to the resetting the module and disabling power.
temperature. controller is disabled In the disabled power condition, only the OK status indicator is
illuminated, and it is red. The module does not apply power until it
has cooled below the Hardware Preservation Hysteresis limit. The
Power does not module then enters fault mode, records the fault in the major fault
become enabled log, and displays `CPU Temperature Fault on the front panel.
when in this range
Hardware Preservation
Hysteresis Limit

Threshold for controller to declare a `CPU Temperature Fault major

recoverable fault.
If a fault handler does not clear the fault, then the module enters fault
mode, records the fault in the major fault log, and displays `T17:C34
CPU Temperature Fault on the front panel.

Threshold for controller to declare a `T17:C35 Controller internal

temperature is approaching operating limit minor fault and set the
Diagnostics minor fault bit.
The fault is recorded in the minor fault log, but is not displayed on the
front panel. If the temperature returns to an acceptable range, the
Diagnostics minor fault bit clears, but the minor fault record remains.

IMPORTANT If you follow the recommended limits for ambient (inlet) temperature and apply the required clearances
around the chassis, the controller should not reach the initial warning (minor fault) temperature.
See the 1756 ControlLogix Controllers Technical Data, publication 1756-TD001.

IMPORTANT The presence of any temperature warning indicates that measures need be taken to reduce the ambient temperature of
the module.
Instructions for using relay ladder logic to check for a minor fault can be found in the Logix5000 Controllers Major,
Minor, and I/O Faults Programming Manual, publication 1756-PM014.
A GSV instruction can be used to read the MinorFaultBits attribute of the FaultLog class name. If the Diagnostics minor
fault bit (Bit 17) is set, then a temperature minor fault can be present. Check the Minor Faults tab of the Controller
Properties dialog box in Logix Designer to see if the minor fault is a temperature warning.

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Security Options

Topic Page
Disable the Ethernet Port 147
Disable the 4-character Status Display 149
Disable the Controller Web Pages 154

This section describes how to disable functionality on your

ControlLogix 5580 controller. For example, you can disable a controller
Ethernet port.

You use a CIP Generic MSG to execute each option.

Disable the Ethernet Port You can disable the controller Ethernet port with the Studio 5000 Logix
Designer application, version 28.00.00 or later.

IMPORTANT Remember the following:

Once a port is disabled, you lose any connection that is established
through the controller Ethernet port.
When a controller is used in a linear topology, only disable an Ethernet
port if the controller is an end device on the network.
You cannot disable Ethernet ports if the controller is in Run mode or if
the FactoryTalk Security settings deny this editing option.

Ethernet ports return to the default setting after one of these actions occur on
the controller:
Stage 1 reset
Stage 2 reset
New project is downloaded - In this case, the settings in the new project
take effect.
Program is cleared from the controller - These examples clear the
program from a controller:
Major non-recoverable fault occurs.
Firmware update occurs.

You must reconfigure the settings to disable an Ethernet port after the port
returns to its default settings.

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1. Add a MSG instruction to your program.

IMPORTANT You cannot add a MSG instruction to your program if the controller
is in Run mode or if the FactoryTalk Security settings deny this
editing option.

2. Configure the Configuration tab on the Message Configuration dialog

box as follows:

IMPORTANT These values are stored to NVS memory in such a way that the MSG
instruction is not required to be executed each time the controller
powers up.

Message Type - CIP Generic

Service Type - Set Attribute Single
Instance - 1
Class - f6
Attribute - 9
Source Element - Controller tag of SINT data type
In this example, the controller tag is named Port_Configuration.
Source Length - 1

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3. Configure the Communication tab to use a Path of THIS.

4. Before you enable the MSG instruction, make sure that the Source
Element tag value is 2.

IMPORTANT You can re-enable an Ethernet port after it is disabled.

To re-enable the port, complete the steps that are described in this section.
Before you enable the MSG instructions, however, make sure that the Source
Element tag value is 1.

Disable the 4-character With the Studio 5000 Logix Designer application, version 29.00.00 or later,
you can disable the 4-character status display in these ways:
Status Display
Disable the 4-character Display Entirely
Disable a Subset of the 4-character Display Information

The 4-character status display returns to the default setting after one of these
actions occur on the controller:
Stage 1 reset
Stage 2 reset
New project is downloaded - In this case, the settings in the new project
take effect.
Program is cleared from the controller - these examples can clear the
program from a controller:
Major non-recoverable fault occurs.
Firmware update occurs.

You must reconfigure the settings to disable the controller web page after it
returns to its default settings.

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Disable the 4-character Display Entirely

When you disable the 4-character display entirely, this information is no longer
shown:
Project name
Link status
Port status
IP address

Complete these steps.

1. Add a MSG instruction to your program.
2. Configure the Configuration tab on the Message Configuration dialog
box:
Message Type - CIP Generic
Service Type - Set Attribute Single
Instance - 1
Class - 3a5
Attribute - 1
Source Element - Controller tag of SINT data type
In this example, the controller tag is named LCD_SINT.
Source Length - 1

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3. Configure the Communication tab to use a Path of THIS.

4. Before you enable the MSG instruction, make sure that the Source
Element tag value is 1.

IMPORTANT You can re-enable the 4-character display after it is disabled.

To re-enable the 4-character display, complete the steps that are described
in this section. Before you enable the MSG instructions, however, make sure
that the Source Element tag value is 0.

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Disable a Subset of the 4-character Display Information

You can disable a subset of the information that scrolls across the
ControlLogix 5580 controller. You can disable these subsets:
Project name and link status
Port status and IP address

Complete these steps.

1. Add a MSG instruction to your program.
2. Configure the Configuration tab on the Message Configuration dialog
box as follows:
Message Type - CIP Generic
Service Type - Set Attribute Single
Instance - 1
Class - 3a5
Attribute - 2
Source Element - Controller tag of DINT data type
In this example, the controller tag is named Line_MASK.
Source Length - 4

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3. Configure the Communication tab to use a Path of THIS.

4. Before you enable the MSG instruction, make sure that the Source
Element uses one of the following tag values, based on what information
that you want to disable:
Project name and link status - Bit 0 of the Source Element = 1
Port status and IP address - Bit 1 of the Source Element = 1

IMPORTANT You can re-enable the subsets of information on the 4-character display
after they are disabled.
To re-enable the subsets, complete the steps that are described in this
section. Before you enable the MSG instructions, however, make sure the
appropriate bit in the Source Element tag value is 0.

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Disable the Controller You can disable the ControlLogix 5580 controller web pages with the
Studio 5000 Logix Designer application, version 28.00.00 or later.
Web Pages
Controller web pages return to the default setting after the following occur on
the controller:
Stage 1 reset
Stage 2 reset
New project is downloaded - In this case, the settings in the new project
take effect.
Program is cleared from the controller - The following are examples of
what clears the program from a controller:
Major non-recoverable fault occurs.
Firmware update occurs.

You must reconfigure the settings to disable the controller web page after it
returns to its default settings.

1. Add a MSG instruction to your program.

IMPORTANT You cannot add a MSG instruction to your program if the controller
is in Run mode or if the FactoryTalk Security settings deny this
editing option.

2. Configure the Configuration tab on the Message Configuration dialog

box as follows:
Message Type - CIP Generic
Service Type - Custom
Service Code - 4c
Instance - 1
Class - f5
Attribute - 0
Source Element - Controller tag of SINT[5] data type.
In this example, the controller tag is named WP_Disable and must
match the following graphic.

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Source Length - 5

3. Configure the Communication tab to use a Path of THIS.

4. Before you enable the MSG instruction, consider the following:

To disable the controller web page, the last element in the SINT array
for the Source Element must be 0.

To enable the controller web page, the last element in the SINT array
for the Source Element must be 1.

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Numerics A
10/100/1000 23 add
1756-CN2 local I/O 85
uses 65 remote I/O 88, 90
1756-CN2R Add-On Instructions
uses 65 in project 107
1756-CN2RXT application
uses 65 elements 97
1756-CNB networks and 57
uses 65 AutoFlash
1756-CNBR update 34
uses 65 axes
1756-DHRIO 68 consumed 115
communication via 69 virtual 115
uses axis
remote I/O 70 obtain information 118
1756-DHRIOXT
uses 68, 70
1756-DNB B
uses 67 behavior
1756-EN2F thermal fault 146
uses 62 BOOTP/DHCP server
1756-EN2T setting IP network address 25 - 26
uses 62
1756-EN2TR
uses 62 C
1756-EN2TRXT cache
uses 62 message options 82
1756-EN2TSC messages
uses 62 about 81
1756-EN2TXT chassis
uses 62 ControlLogix
1756-EN3TR list 85
uses 62 communication
1756-ENBT allow 78
uses 62 block 78
1756-EWEB Data Highway Plus 68, 69
Foundation Fieldbus 72
uses 62 HART 73
1756-IF8H network options 15
uses 73 path
1756-N2 85 set 37
1756-N2XT 85 universal remote I/O 70
1756-RIO Communication Drivers 17
uses 70 configure
1784-SD1 DHCP server 26
load from 49 motion 115
store to 46 connection
1784-SD2 DeviceNet
load from 49 network 67
store to 46 EtherNet/IP 76
1788-CN2DN message, required 81
uses 67 scheduled
1788-CN2FFR ControlNet 80
unscheduled
uses 72 ControlNet 80
1788-EN2DNR consume
uses 67 data 79
1788-EN2FFR continuous task 100
uses 72 control data 78

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ControlFLASH software 31 DeviceNet

controller connection use 67
available modes 44 module
behavior 78 memory 67
communication path network 66
set 37 software for 67
ControlLogix 5580 DH+ 68
communication options 15 DHCP 25, 26
design system with 14 diagnostics
download project 39 with Logix Designer 119
features 15 port configuration category 122
firmware 30 time sync category 124
obtain 30 with RSLinx software 126
go online 37 connection manager tab 129
monitor general tab 127
connections 110, 111 port diagnostics tab 127
operation mode USB tab 130
change with Logix Designer 45 disable the 4-character status display 149
change with mode switch 43
program 101 disable the controller web pages 154
routine 104 disable the Ethernet port 147
status display 136 display 136
status indicators 144 DNS addressing 24, 28
tags 105 EtherNet/IP network parameters 24
tasks 98 domain name 24
upload a project 40
ControlLogix double data rate (DDR) 63
chassis download
list 85 project 39
design system 14 duplicate IP address
I/O detection 27
remote 87 resolution 27
selection 83
remote I/O
local 85 E
slot filler 85 electronic keying
ControlLogix 5580 controller
about 84
features 15 elements
ControlLogix system
control application 97
configuration options 12 error
minimum requirements 11
ControlLogix-XT script file 32
Ethernet 23
chassis
list 85 Ethernet port
ControlNet diagnostics
module capability 65 Logix Designer 122
module features 65 with RSLinx software 127
module list 65 disable 55
network 64 EtherNet/IP
scheduled connection communication driver 17, 18
scheduled connection 80 connections 76
unscheduled connection module features 58
unscheduled connection 80 network 58
network communication rates 59
nodes 76
D software for 63
EtherNet/IP network
Data Highway Plus 68
connect to network 24
design direct connection 15
system 14 integrated motion 15
develop network communication rates 59
applications 97 number of nodes supported 15
motion applications 115 optimize network performance 59
parameters for DNS addressing 24
event task 100

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F indicator 144
fault FORCE 144
OK 145
cpu temperature 146 SD 144
hardware preservation 146 instruction
recoverable 146
fault code motion 116
integrated motion
use GSV to get 112
fault handler on the EtherNet/IP network 15
IP addresses
execute at I/O fault 112
definition 24
fault messages 138
DHCP server 26
I/O 141 duplicate address detection 27
features 15 duplicate address resolution 27
controller
communication 15
programming 15 L
filler slot
load
slot filler 85
firmware from memory card 49
local
controller 30
I/O
obtain 30
required 30 add 85
remote I/O 85
security certificate, error 32
Logix controller 75
update with AutoFlash, use 34
update with ControlFlash 31 Logix Designer
FORCE indicator 144 change controller operation mode 45
Foundation Fieldbus 72 Logix Designer application
Add-On Instructions 107
program 101
G routine 104
tags 105
gateway 24 tasks 98
general status messages 136
GSV
fault code 112 M
monitor memory
connection 111 DeviceNet module 67
memory card 46
H load from 49
other tasks 51
handshake 78 store project to card 46
HART. See Highway Addressable Remote store to 46
Transducer. message
Highway Addressable Remote Transducer 73 about 81
cache 82
host name 24 determine if 82
fault 138
status display 136
I minimum requirements 11
I/O mode switch 43
connection error 112 change controller operation mode 43
ControlLogix position 44
remote 87 module
selection 83 ControlNet 65
determine data update 95 EtherNet/IP 58
fault codes 141 motion
remote 87
I/O configuration about 115
application 115
add instructions 116
local I/O 85 program 116
remote I/O 88, 90 MVI56-HART
while online 94
uses 73

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N project
network Add-On Instructions 107
download 39
application and 57 elements 97
controller options 15 go online 37
ControlNet 64 program 101
Data Highway Plus 69 routine 104
DeviceNet 66 tags 105
DH+. See Data Highway Plus. tasks 98
EtherNet/IP 58 upload 40
Foundation Fieldbus 72
HART 73
universal remote I/O 70 R
network address
receive
DNS addressing 28
network communication rates messages 81
remote
EtherNet/IP 59
on an EtherNet/IP network 59 I/O 87
network parameters remote I/O 68
DNS addressing 24 add 88, 90
domain name 24 ControlLogix
gateway 24 local 85
host name 24 universal 70
IP addresses 24 required
subnet mask 24 connections
nodes on an EtherNet/IP network 76 messages 81
reset button 52
stage 1 reset 53
O stage 2 reset 54
RIO. See universal remote I/O
obtain
routine
axis information 118
firmware 30 in project 104
OK indicator 145 RSLinx software
online controller diagnostics 126
RSWho
add
to I/O configuration 94 set
go 37 path 37
optimize EtherNet/IP network performance
59 S
scheduled
P program 103
script file
path
error 32
set SD card 16
communication 37
periodic task 100 other tasks 51
store to 46
port diagnostics 122
SD indicator 144
with RSLinx software 127
priority Secure Digital (SD) card 16, 46
task 101 load from 49
store project to card 46
produce
security certificate
data 79
produce/consume error 32
security options 147
data 79
program disable the 4-character status display 149
disable the controller web pages 154
in project 101 disable the Ethernet port 147
scheduled 103 selection
unscheduled 103
programming languages 106 I/O 83
send
programming practices 78 messages 81
sercos 115

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set IP network address

BOOTP/DHCP server 25 - 26
software
DeviceNet and 67
EtherNet/IP and 63
required
USB 29
specifications 8, 14, 146
status
fault messages 138
indicators 144
messages
display 136
monitor
connections 110, 111
status display 136
store
to memory card 46
subnet mask 24
system 15

T
tag
consume 79
in project 105
produce 79
task
continuous 100
event 100
in project 98
periodic 100
priority 101
temperature
limit 146
warning 146

U
universal remote I/O 70
communicate via 71
unscheduled
program 103
update
determine frequency 95
update firmware
AutoFlash, use 34
upload
project 40
USB
communication driver 17, 20
connect cable 29
software required 29

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