Automation & Controls

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Configuration Guide

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Contents
Legal Information ............................................................................................................................. 2
Revision History ............................................................................................................................... 3
Technical Support ............................................................................................................................ 3
Contents ........................................................................................................................................... 4
Figures .............................................................................................................................................. 5
Tables ............................................................................................................................................... 7
1.0 Introduction ............................................................................................................................... 8
1.1 Models Covered ..................................................................................................................... 8
1.2 Configuration Process ............................................................................................................ 8
1.3 Programming Software And Cables ....................................................................................... 8
1.4 Additional Information .......................................................................................................... 8
2.0 RX3i Rack-Based Controller With Local I/O ............................................................................... 9
2.1 Choose CPU ............................................................................................................................ 9
2.2 Choose Power Supply ............................................................................................................ 9
2.3 Choose Rack/Chassis ............................................................................................................ 10
2.4 Choose I/O Modules ............................................................................................................ 10
2.5 Choose Communications Modules, If Any ........................................................................... 10
2.6 Choose Local Expansion Racks If First Rack Full................................................................... 10
2.7 Choose Accessories .............................................................................................................. 12
2.8 RX3i Rack-Based Controller With Local I/O System Architecture And Sample BoM ........... 13
3.0 RX3i Rack-Based Controller With Remote I/O ......................................................................... 15
3.1 Choose CPU And Profinet Controller (PNC) ......................................................................... 15
3.2 Choose Power Supply .......................................................................................................... 15
3.3 Choose Rack/Chassis ............................................................................................................ 16
3.4 Choose I/O Modules ............................................................................................................ 16
3.5 Choose Communications Modules, If Any ........................................................................... 16
3.6 Choose Remote I/O .............................................................................................................. 16
3.7 Choose Accessories .............................................................................................................. 17
3.8 RX3i With Remote I/O System Architecture And Sample BoM ........................................... 17
4.0 Redundant RX3i Rack-Based Controllers With Remote I/O..................................................... 19
4.1 Choose CPU, Redundancy Modules And Profinet Controller (PNC) .................................... 19
4.2 Choose Power Supply .......................................................................................................... 19
4.3 Choose Rack/Chassis ............................................................................................................ 20
4.4 Choose I/O Modules ............................................................................................................ 20
4.5 Choose Communications Modules, If Any ........................................................................... 20
4.6 Choose Remote I/O .............................................................................................................. 20
4.7 Choose Accessories .............................................................................................................. 20
4.8 Redundant RX3i Rack-Based Controllers With Remote I/O System Architecture And Sample
BoM ............................................................................................................................................ 21
5.0 RX3i Rackless Controller With Remote I/O .............................................................................. 23
5.1 Choose CPU .......................................................................................................................... 23
5.2 Choose Remote I/O .............................................................................................................. 23
5.3 RX3i Rackless Controller With Remote I/O System Architecture And Sample BoM ........... 23
6.0 Redundant RX3i Rackless Controllers With Remote I/O ......................................................... 25
6.1 Choose CPU .......................................................................................................................... 25

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5.2 Choose Remote I/O .............................................................................................................. 25

5.3 Redundant RX3i Rackless Controllers With Remote I/O System Architecture And Sample
BoM ............................................................................................................................................ 25
7.0 RSTi-EP Controller With Remote I/O ....................................................................................... 27
7.1 Choose CPU .......................................................................................................................... 27
7.2 Choose Remote I/O .............................................................................................................. 27
7.3 RSTi-EP Controller With Remote I/O System Architecture And Sample BoM ..................... 27
8.0 RX3i Remote I/O....................................................................................................................... 29
8.1 Choose Profinet Scanner...................................................................................................... 29
8.2 Choose Power Supply .......................................................................................................... 29
8.3 Choose Rack/Chassis ............................................................................................................ 29
8.4 Choose I/O Modules ............................................................................................................ 30
8.5 RX3i Remote I/O System Architecture And Sample BoM .................................................... 30
9.0 VersaMax Remote I/O.............................................................................................................. 32
9.1 Choose Profinet Scanner...................................................................................................... 32
9.2 Choose Power Supply .......................................................................................................... 32
9.3 Choose I/O Modules And Carriers ....................................................................................... 32
9.4 VersaMax Remote I/O System Architecture And Sample BoM ........................................... 33
10.0 RSTi-EP Remote I/O................................................................................................................ 34
10.1 Choose Profinet Scanner.................................................................................................... 34
10.2 Choose I/O Modules .......................................................................................................... 34
10.3 Choose Other Modules, Accessories ................................................................................. 34
10.4 RSTi-EP Remote I/O System Architecture And Sample BoM ............................................. 34
11.0 VersaMax Micro ..................................................................................................................... 36
11.1 Choose Base Unit ............................................................................................................... 36
11.2 Choose Communications ................................................................................................... 36
11.3 Choose Expansion I/O Modules ......................................................................................... 36
11.4 VersaMax Micro System Architecture And Sample BoM .................................................. 37
12.0 Programming Software And Cables ....................................................................................... 38
12.1 Programming Software ...................................................................................................... 38
12.2 Programming Cable............................................................................................................ 38
Glossary .......................................................................................................................................... 39

Figures
Figure 2.1 RX3i Rack-Based Controller With Local I/O System Architecture ................................. 13
Figure 3.1 RX3i Rack-Based Controller With Remote I/O System Architecture ............................ 17
Figure 4.1 Redundant RX3i Rack-Based Controllers With Remote I/O System Architecture ........ 21
Figure 5.1 RX3i Rackless Controller With Remote I/O System Architecture ................................. 24
Figure 6.1 Redundant RX3i Rackless Controllers With Remote I/O System Architecture ............. 26
Figure 7.1 RSTi-EP Controller With Remote I/O System Architecture ........................................... 28
Figure 8.1 RX3i Remote I/O System Architecture .......................................................................... 30
Figure 9.1 VersaMax Remote I/O System Architecture ................................................................. 33
Figure 10.1 RSTi-EP Remote I/O System Architecture ................................................................... 34
Figure 11.1 VersaMax Micro System Architecture ........................................................................ 37

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Tables
Table 0.1 Revision History ................................................................................................................ 3
Table 2.1 RX3i Rack-Based Controller With Local I/O Sample BoM .............................................. 14
Table 3.1 RX3i Rack-Based Controller Sample BoM (CPU Only) .................................................... 18
Table 4.1 Redundant RX3i Rack-Based Controllers Sample BoM (CPU Only) ............................... 22
Table 5.1 RX3i Rackless Controller Sample BoM (CPU Only) ......................................................... 24
Table 6.1 Redundant RX3i Rackless Controllers Sample BoM (CPUs Only) ................................... 26
Table 7.1 RSTi-EP Controller Sample BoM (CPU Only) .................................................................. 28
Table 8.1 RX3i Remote I/O Sample BoM (No CPU)........................................................................ 31
Table 9.1 VersaMax Remote I/O Sample BoM (No CPU) ............................................................... 33
Table 10.1 RSTi-EP Remote I/O Sample BoM (No CPU) ................................................................. 35
Table 11.1 VersaMax Micro Sample BoM ...................................................................................... 37

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1.0 Introduction
This document describes how to configure various models of GE’s Automation & Controls’
controllers.

This document focuses on basic configurations.

For advanced configurations, please contact the Application Engineer (AE) team.

1.1 Models Covered

The following models of GE’s Automation & Controls’ controllers are included.

• RX3i rack-based controller in simplex mode with local I/O

• RX3i rack-based controller in simplex mode with remote I/O
• RX3i rack-based controller in redundant mode with remote I/O
• RX3i rackless controller in simplex mode with remote I/O
• RX3i rackless controller in redundant mode with remote I/O
• RSTi-EP controller in simplex mode with remote I/O
• RX3i remote I/O
• VersaMax remote I/O
• RSTi-EP remote I/O
• VersaMax Micro

1.2 Configuration Process

A typical configuration process will involve choosing various components to build up a viable
control system based on available part numbers. Once chosen, these part numbers form the Bill
of Materials (BoM) for the control system that may be submitted for quotation generation.

1.3 Programming Software And Cables

Programming software and cables are covered in the last section.

1.4 Additional Information

For additional information, refer to product documentation including installation manuals and
system manuals. The AE team can help with specific queries and to check BoMs if required.

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2.0 RX3i Rack-Based Controller With Local I/O

This section describes the configuration of an RX3i rack-based controller in simplex mode with
local I/O.

This configuration is ideal for many applications where a powerful controller is required and the
I/O is concentrated in a local panel.

For small, simple applications with less than 100 I/O, an RSTi-EP controller or VersaMax Micro
controller may be appropriate.

2.1 Choose CPU

Most applications of this type will use the entry-level RX3i CPU as follows.

Qty Part Number Description

1 IC695CPE305 RX3i CPU Model 305 with serial, Ethernet, 5 Mbytes memory (1 slot)

Some applications may use the mid-range or high-end RX3i CPU as follows.

1 IC695CPE310 RX3i CPU Model 310 with serial, Ethernet, 10 Mbytes memory (2
slots)

Or

1 IC695CPE330 RX3i CPU Model 330 with dual Ethernet, 64 Mbytes memory (2 slots)

2.2 Choose Power Supply

A single, DC power supply is preferred for most applications as follows.

1 IC695PSD040 RX3i PSU, 24 Vdc (1 slot)

An AC power supply may be used if requested as follows.

1 IC695PSA040 RX3i PSU, 110/230 Vac (2 slot)

For applications where more than 40 Watts are required or for PSU redundancy, the following
power supplies are available.

IC695PSD140 RX3i Multi-purpose PSU, 24 Vdc (1 slot)

Or

IC695PSA140 RX3i Multi-purpose PSU, 110/230 Vac (2 slot)

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2.3 Choose Rack/Chassis

A 12 slot chassis is preferred for most applications as follows.

1 IC695CHS012 RX3i Chassis, 12 slot

7 slot and 16 slot chassis are also available as follows.

1 IC695CHS007 RX3i Chassis, 7 slot (non-expandable)

1 IC695CHS016 RX3i Chassis, 16 slot

2.4 Choose I/O Modules

I/O modules will depend upon the application and the client’s request. Typical I/O modules are
as follows. I/O modules use a single slot.

IC694MDL660 RX3i 24 Vdc Input Module, 32 point (needs IC694TBxy32)

IC694MDL754 RX3i 12/24 Vdc Output Module, 32 point (needs IC694TBxy32)
IC694MDL940 RX3i Relay Output Module, 2 A 16 point
IC695ALG600 RX3i Universal Analog Input Module, 8 channels (RTD and TC) (needs
IC694TBxy32)
IC695ALG616 RX3i Analog Input Module, 16 channels (needs IC694TBxy32)
IC695ALG708 RX3i Analog Output Module, 8 channels (needs IC694TBxy32)

Some I/O modules need terminal blocks as follows.

IC694TBB032 Terminal Block Box Style

Although the mix of I/O modules can be optimised by choosing different modules to minimise
spares and hence price, most clients prefer to have as few module types as follows.

2.5 Choose Communications Modules, If Any

Refer to AE team for support if additional communications modules are requested.

2.6 Choose Local Expansion Racks If First Rack Full

If the first rack is full, expansion may be implemented using local expansion racks or remote
expansion racks. For most applications, remote expansion racks are preferred, see later section
on this.

If the first rack is full, a local expansion rack may be configured by adding components as follows.
Rules on local expansion racks and I/O modules supported can be complex so refer to AE team
for support if required.

1 IC695LRE001 RX3i Local Expansion Module

1 IC693CBL300 RX3i Local Expansion Cable, 1m

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2.6.1 Choose Rack/Chassis

A 10 slot chassis is preferred for most applications as follows.

1 IC694CHS392 RX3i Expansion I/O Chassis, 10 slots (+1 for PSU)

A 5 slot chassis is also available as follows.

1 IC694CHS397 RX3i Expansion I/O Chassis, 5 slots (+1 for PSU)

2.6.2 Choose Power Supply

A single, DC power supply is preferred for most applications as follows.

1 IC694PWR331 RX3i Expansion PSU, 24 Vdc

An AC power supply may be used if requested as follows.

1 IC694PWR321 RX3i Expansion PSU, 110/230 Vac

2.6.3 Choose I/O Modules

I/O modules will depend upon the application and the client’s request. Typical I/O modules for
use in local expansion racks are as follows. I/O modules use a single slot.

IC694MDL660 RX3i 24 Vdc Input Module, 32 point (needs IC694TBxy32)

IC694MDL754 RX3i 12/24 Vdc Output Module, 32 point (needs IC694TBxy32)
IC694MDL940 RX3i Relay Output Module, 2 A 16 point
IC694ALG222 RX3i Analog Input Module, Voltage, 16 channels
IC694ALG223 RX3i Analog Input Module, Voltage, 16 channels
IC694ALG392 RX3i Analog Output Module, 8 channels

Some I/O modules need terminal blocks as follows.

IC694TBB032 Terminal Block Box Style

Although the mix of I/O modules can be optimised by choosing different modules to minimise
spares and hence price, most clients prefer to have as few module types as follows.

2.7 Choose Accessories

Accessories may include blank module slot fillers as follows.

IC694ACC310 RX3i Blank Filler Module

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2.8 RX3i Rack-Based Controller With Local I/O System Architecture And Sample BoM
A system architecture for an RX3i rack-based controller with local I/O is provided in figure 2.1. A
sample BoM is provided in table 2.1.

HMI/SCADA,
Historian,
programmer
etc

Ethernet

Main CPU
Rack P C I I I I I I I I I I L
(IC694 and S P / / / / / / / / / / R
IC695 U E O O O O O O O O O O E
modules)

Local
Expansion
Cable

Expansion
P I I I I I I I I I I E
I/O Rack
S / / / / / / / / / / X
(IC694
U O O O O O O O O O O P
modules)

to additional
racks

Figure 2.1 RX3i Rack-Based Controller With Local I/O System Architecture

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I/O Qty I/O Type

96 DC in 24Vdc
64 DC out 24Vdc
16 AC out relay
16 Analogue in 4-20mA
8 Analogue out 4-20mA
Qty Part Number Description
1 IC695CPE305 RX3i CPU Model 305 with serial, Ethernet, 5 Mbytes memory (1 slot)
1 IC695PSD040 RX3i PSU, 24 Vdc (1 slot)
1 IC695CHS012 RX3i Chassis, 12 slot
3 IC694MDL660 RX3i 24 Vdc Input Module, 32 point (needs IC694TBxy32)
2 IC694MDL754 RX3i 12/24 Vdc Output Module, 32 point (needs IC694TBxy32)
1 IC694MDL940 RX3i Relay Output Module, 2 A 16 point
1 IC695ALG616 RX3i Analog Input Module, 16 channels (needs IC694TBxy32)
1 IC695ALG708 RX3i Analog Output Module, 8 channels (needs IC694TBxy32)
7 IC694TBB032 Terminal Block Box Style
2 IC694ACC310 RX3i Blank Filler Module
Table 2.1 RX3i Rack-Based Controller With Local I/O Sample BoM

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3.0 RX3i Rack-Based Controller With Remote I/O

This section describes the configuration of a controller RX3i rack-based controller in simplex
mode with remote I/O.

This configuration is ideal for many applications where a powerful controller is required and the
I/O is distributed around a plant or machine.

This configuration is also recommended to overcome issues of support for IC695 modules in local
expansion racks.

3.1 Choose CPU And Profinet Controller (PNC)

Most applications of this type will use the entry-level RX3i CPU as follows.

Qty Part Number Description

1 IC695CPE305 RX3i CPU Model 305 with serial, Ethernet, 5 Mbytes memory (1 slot)

Some applications may use the mid-range or high-end RX3i CPU as follows.

1 IC695CPE310 RX3i CPU Model 310 with serial, Ethernet, 10 Mbytes memory (2
slots)

Or

1 IC695CPE330 RX3i CPU Model 330 with dual Ethernet, 64 Mbytes memory (2 slots)

For IC695CPE305 and IC695CPE310, a PNC is required as follows. This is built-in to IC695CPE330.

1 IC695PNC001 RX3i Profinet Controller

3.2 Choose Power Supply

A single, DC power supply is preferred for most applications as follows.

1 IC695PSD040 RX3i PSU, 24 Vdc (1 slot)

An AC power supply may be used if requested as follows.

1 IC695PSA040 RX3i PSU, 110/230 Vac (2 slot)

For applications where more than 40 Watts are required or for PSU redundancy, the following
power supplies are available.

IC695PSD140 RX3i Multi-purpose PSU, 24 Vdc (1 slot)

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Or

IC695PSA140 RX3i Multi-purpose PSU, 110/230 Vac (2 slot)

3.3 Choose Rack/Chassis

A 12 slot chassis is preferred for most applications as follows.

1 IC695CHS012 RX3i Chassis, 12 slot

7 slot and 16 slot chassis are also available as follows.

1 IC695CHS007 RX3i Chassis, 7 slot (non-expandable)

1 IC695CHS016 RX3i Chassis, 16 slot

3.4 Choose I/O Modules

I/O modules will depend upon the application and the client’s request. Typical I/O modules are
as follows. I/O modules use a single slot.

IC694MDL660 RX3i 24 Vdc Input Module, 32 point (needs IC694TBxy32)

IC694MDL754 RX3i 12/24 Vdc Output Module, 32 point (needs IC694TBxy32)
IC694MDL940 RX3i Relay Output Module, 2 A 16 point
IC695ALG600 RX3i Universal Analog Input Module, 8 channels (RTD and TC) (needs
IC694TBxy32)
IC695ALG616 RX3i Analog Input Module, 16 channels (needs IC694TBxy32)
IC695ALG708 RX3i Analog Output Module, 8 channels (needs IC694TBxy32)

Some I/O modules need terminal blocks as follows.

IC694TBB032 Terminal Block Box Style

Although the mix of I/O modules can be optimised by choosing different modules to minimise
spares and hence price, most clients prefer to have as few module types as follows.

It may be appropriate to have no I/O modules in the CPU rack and use remote I/O instead,

3.5 Choose Communications Modules, If Any

Refer to AE team for support if additional communications modules are requested.

3.6 Choose Remote I/O

For remote I/O, either RX3i, VersaMax or RSTi-EP I/O may be used depending upon the
application. See later sections.

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3.7 Choose Accessories

Accessories may include blank module slot fillers as follows.

IC694ACC310 RX3i Blank Filler Module

3.8 RX3i With Remote I/O System Architecture And Sample BoM
A system architecture for an RX3i rack-based controller with remote I/O is provided in figure 3.1.
A sample BoM is provided in table 3.1.

HMI/SCADA,
Historian,
programmer
etc

Ethernet

Main CPU
Rack P C P I I I I I I I I I
(IC694 and S P N / / / / / / / / /
IC695 U E C O O O O O O O O O
modules)

PROFINET

PROFINET
Remote I/O
P P I I I I I I I I I I
Rack
S N / / / / / / / / / /
(IC694 and
U S O O O O O O O O O O
IC695
modules)

PROFINET to
additional
racks

Figure 3.1 RX3i Rack-Based Controller With Remote I/O System Architecture

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Qty Part Number Description

1 IC695CPE330 RX3i CPU Model 330 with serial, Ethernet, 64 Mbytes memory, built-
in Profinet (2 slot)
1 IC695PSD040 RX3i PSU, 24 Vdc (1 slot)
1 IC695CHS007 RX3i Chassis, 7 slot
4 IC694ACC310 RX3i Blank Filler Module
Table 3.1 RX3i Rack-Based Controller Sample BoM (CPU Only)

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4.0 Redundant RX3i Rack-Based Controllers With Remote I/O

This section describes the configuration of redundant RX3i rack-based controllers with remote
I/O.

This configuration is ideal for many applications where a powerful, redundant controller is
required and the I/O is either local or distributed around a plant or machine.

For remote I/O, either RX3i or VersaMax I/O may be used depending upon the application. RX3i
I/O is preferred.

4.1 Choose CPU, Redundancy Modules And Profinet Controller (PNC)

Applications of this type will use the high-end RX3i CPU as follows.

Qty Part Number Description

2 IC695CPE330 RX3i CPU Model 330 with dual Ethernet, 64 Mbytes memory (2 slots)

Reflective Memory (RMX) modules will be required for synchronisation as follows.

4 IC695RMX128 RX3i Reflective Memory Module (2 per CPU, 2 slots, 300 metres)

PNCs are required as follows. IC695CPE330 does have a built-in PNC but this does not currently
support redundancy (due end of 2017).

2 IC695PNC001 RX3i Profinet Controller

4.2 Choose Power Supply

Single, DC power supplies are preferred for most applications as follows.

2 IC695PSD040 RX3i PSU, 24 Vdc (1 slot)

AC power supplies may be used if requested as follows.

2 IC695PSA040 RX3i PSU, 110/230 Vac (2 slot)

For applications where more than 40 Watts are required or for PSU redundancy, the following
power supplies are available.

IC695PSD140 RX3i Multi-purpose PSU, 24 Vdc (1 slot)

Or

IC695PSA140 RX3i Multi-purpose PSU, 110/230 Vac (2 slot)

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4.3 Choose Rack/Chassis

A 12 slot chassis is preferred for most applications as follows.

1 IC695CHS012 RX3i Chassis, 12 slot

7 slot and 16 slot chassis are also available as follows.

1 IC695CHS007 RX3i Chassis, 7 slot (non-expandable)

1 IC695CHS016 RX3i Chassis, 16 slot

4.4 Choose I/O Modules

Usually I/O modules will be remote and no local I/O will be installed.

4.5 Choose Communications Modules, If Any

Refer to AE team for support if additional communications modules are requested.

4.6 Choose Remote I/O

For remote I/O, either RX3i or VersaMax I/O may be used depending upon the application. See
later sections.

4.7 Choose Accessories

Accessories may include blank module slot fillers as follows.

IC694ACC310 RX3i Blank Filler Module

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4.8 Redundant RX3i Rack-Based Controllers With Remote I/O System Architecture And Sample
BoM
A system architecture for redundant RX3i rack-based controllers with remote I/O is provided in
figure 4.1. A sample BoM is provided in table 4.1.

Programmer,
Redundant HMI/SCADA,
Historian etc

Switch Ethernet Switch

Reflective Memory

P C P E R R P C P E R R
Main CPU Spare Or Local Spare Or Local Standby CPU
S P N T M M S P N T M M
I/O I/O
U E C M X X U E C M X X

Link for MRP Optional link to connect

I/O Network to Programmer network

PROFINET

P P
S S
P P I I U U
S N I/O / / I/O
P
U S O O
N
S
RX3i Remote I/O RX3i CEP I/O VersaMax Remote I/O

Figure 4.1 Redundant RX3i Rack-Based Controllers With Remote I/O System Architecture

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Qty Part Number Description

2 IC695CPE330 RX3i CPU Model 330 with serial, Ethernet, 64 Mbytes memory (2 slot)
2 IC695PSD040 RX3i PSU, 24 Vdc (1 slot)
2 IC695CHS007 RX3i Chassis, 7 slot
4 IC695RMX128 RX3i Reflective Memory Module (2 per CPU, 2 slots, 300 metres)
2 IC695PNC001 RX3i Profinet Controller
2 IC694ACC310 RX3i Blank Filler Module
Table 4.1 Redundant RX3i Rack-Based Controllers Sample BoM (CPU Only)

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5.0 RX3i Rackless Controller With Remote I/O

This section describes the configuration of an RX3i rackless controller in simplex mode with
remote I/O.

This configuration is ideal for many applications where a powerful controller is required and the
I/O is distributed around a plant or machine.

The RX3i rackless controller also includes an Embedded Field Agent for connection to Predix.

5.1 Choose CPU

Applications of this type will use the RX3i rackless CPU with embedded PNC as follows.

Qty Part Number Description

1 IC695CPE400 RX3i CPU Model 400, Ethernet with built-in PNC, 64 Mbytes memory
(rackless)

5.2 Choose Remote I/O

Either RX3i, VersaMax or RSTi-EP I/O may be used depending upon the application. See later
sections.

5.3 RX3i Rackless Controller With Remote I/O System Architecture And Sample BoM
A system architecture for an RX3i rackless controller with remote I/O is provided in figure 5.1. A
sample BoM is provided in table 5.1.

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Figure 5.1 RX3i Rackless Controller With Remote I/O System Architecture

Qty Part Number Description

1 IC695CPE400 RX3i CPU Model 400, Ethernet with built-in PNC, 64 Mbytes memory
(rackless)
Table 5.1 RX3i Rackless Controller Sample BoM (CPU Only)

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6.0 Redundant RX3i Rackless Controllers With Remote I/O

This section describes the configuration of redundant RX3i rackless controllers with remote I/O.

This configuration is ideal for many applications where a powerful, redundant controller is
required and the I/O is either local or distributed around a plant or machine.

For remote I/O, either RX3i or VersaMax I/O may be used depending upon the application. RX3i
I/O is preferred. RSTi-EP I/O will be supported by the end of 2017.

Note that this solution can be quoted now but will not be available until the end of 2017.

6.1 Choose CPU

Applications of this type will use the RX3i rackless CPU with embedded PNC as follows.

Qty Part Number Description

2 IC695CPE400 RX3i CPU Model 400, Ethernet with built-in PNC, 64 Mbytes memory
(rackless)

5.2 Choose Remote I/O

Either RX3i, VersaMax or RSTi-EP I/O may be used depending upon the application. See later
sections.

5.3 Redundant RX3i Rackless Controllers With Remote I/O System Architecture And Sample
BoM
A system architecture for an RX3i rackless controller with remote I/O is provided in figure 6.1. A
sample BoM is provided in table 6.1.

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Figure 6.1 Redundant RX3i Rackless Controllers With Remote I/O System Architecture

Qty Part Number Description

2 IC695CPE400 RX3i CPU Model 400, Ethernet with built-in PNC, 64 Mbytes memory
(rackless)
Table 6.1 Redundant RX3i Rackless Controllers Sample BoM (CPUs Only)

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7.0 RSTi-EP Controller With Remote I/O

This section describes the configuration of an RSTi-EP controller in simplex mode with remote
I/O.

This configuration is ideal for many applications where a low-cost controller is required and the
I/O is distributed around a plant or machine.

7.1 Choose CPU

Applications of this type will use the RSTi-EP controller CPU with embedded PNC as follows.

Qty Part Number Description

1 EPSCPE100 RSTi-EP CPU Model 100, Ethernet with built-in PNC, 1 Mbytes
memory (rackless)

7.2 Choose Remote I/O

RSTi-EP I/O will usually be used depending upon the application. See later sections.

7.3 RSTi-EP Controller With Remote I/O System Architecture And Sample BoM
A system architecture for an RSTi-EP controller with remote I/O is provided in figure 7.1. A sample
BoM is provided in table 7.1.

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Figure 7.1 RSTi-EP Controller With Remote I/O System Architecture

Qty Part Number Description

1 EPSCPE100 RSTi-EP CPU Model 100, Ethernet with built-in PNC, 1 Mbytes
memory (rackless)
Table 7.1 RSTi-EP Controller Sample BoM (CPU Only)

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8.0 RX3i Remote I/O

This section describes the configuration of an RX3i remote I/O drop.

RX3i remote I/O does not support communications modules or expansion racks. Communications
modules must be installed in the main CPU rack. For expansion, use additional remote I/O drops.

8.1 Choose Profinet Scanner

Most applications of this type will use the RX3i Profinet Scanner (PNS) as follows.

Qty Part Number Description

1 IC695PNS001 RX3i Profinet Scanner (1 slot)

Some applications may use the RX3i CEP and CEE follows.

IC695CEP001 RX3i CEP for single IC695 or IC694 module (single slot)
IC694CEE001 RX3i CEE for single IC694 module (single slot)

8.2 Choose Power Supply

A single, DC power supply is preferred for most applications as follows.

1 IC695PSD040 RX3i PSU, 24 Vdc (1 slot)

An AC power supply may be used if requested as follows.

1 IC695PSA040 RX3i PSU, 110/230 Vac (2 slot)

For applications where more than 40 Watts are required or for PSU redundancy, the following
power supplies are available.

IC695PSD140 RX3i Multi-purpose PSU, 24 Vdc (1 slot)

Or

IC695PSA140 RX3i Multi-purpose PSU, 110/230 Vac (2 slot)

Note CEP/CEE does not require a power supply.

8.3 Choose Rack/Chassis

A 12 slot chassis is preferred for most applications as follows.

1 IC695CHS012 RX3i Chassis, 12 slot

7 slot and 16 slot chassis are also available as follows.

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1 IC695CHS007 RX3i Chassis, 7 slot (non-expandable)

1 IC695CHS016 RX3i Chassis, 16 slot

8.4 Choose I/O Modules

I/O modules will depend upon the application and the client’s request. Typical I/O modules are
as follows. I/O modules use a single slot.

IC694MDL660 RX3i 24 Vdc Input Module, 32 point (needs IC694TBxy32)

IC694MDL754 RX3i 12/24 Vdc Output Module, 32 point (needs IC694TBxy32)
IC694MDL940 RX3i Relay Output Module, 2 A 16 point
IC695ALG600 RX3i Universal Analog Input Module, 8 channels (RTD and TC) (needs
IC694TBxy32)
IC695ALG616 RX3i Analog Input Module, 16 channels (needs IC694TBxy32)
IC695ALG708 RX3i Analog Output Module, 8 channels (needs IC694TBxy32)

Some I/O modules need terminal blocks as follows.

IC694TBB032 Terminal Block Box Style

Although the mix of I/O modules can be optimised by choosing different modules to minimise
spares and hence price, most clients prefer to have as few module types as follows.

8.5 RX3i Remote I/O System Architecture And Sample BoM

A system architecture for an RX3i remote I/O drop is provided in figure 8.1. A sample BoM is
provided in table 8.1.

PROFINET

P P I I
S N I/O / /
U S O O

RX3i Remote I/O RX3i CEP I/O

Figure 8.1 RX3i Remote I/O System Architecture

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I/O Qty I/O Type

96 DC in 24Vdc
64 DC out 24Vdc
16 AC out relay
16 Analogue in 4-20mA
8 Analogue out 4-20mA
Qty Part Number Description
1 IC695PNS001 RX3i Profinet Scanner (1 slot)
2 IC695PSD140 RX3i Multi-purpose PSU, 24 Vdc, Redundant (1 slot)
1 IC695CHS012 RX3i Chassis, 12 slot
3 IC694MDL660 RX3i 24 Vdc Input Module, 32 point (needs IC694TBxy32)
2 IC694MDL754 RX3i 12/24 Vdc Output Module, 32 point (needs IC694TBxy32)
1 IC694MDL940 RX3i Relay Output Module, 2 A 16 point
1 IC695ALG616 RX3i Analog Input Module, 16 channels (needs IC694TBxy32)
1 IC695ALG708 RX3i Analog Output Module, 8 channels (needs IC694TBxy32)
7 IC694TBB032 Terminal Block Box Style
1 IC694ACC310 RX3i Blank Filler Module
Table 8.1 RX3i Remote I/O Sample BoM (No CPU)

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9.0 VersaMax Remote I/O

This section describes the configuration of a VersaMax remote I/O drop.

VersaMax remote I/O does support communications modules and expansion racks. Rules on
communications modules and expansion racks can be complex so refer to AE team for support if
required.

9.1 Choose Profinet Scanner

Most applications of this type will use the RX3i Profinet Scanner (PNS) as follows.

Qty Part Number Description

1 IC200PNS001 VersaMax Profinet Scanner (copper)

Or

1 IC200PNS002 VersaMax Profinet Scanner (fibre)

9.2 Choose Power Supply

Dual, DC power supplies are preferred for most applications as follows.

2 IC200PWR012 VersaMax PSU, 24 Vdc, expanded, isolated

AC power supplies may be used if requested as follows.

2 IC200PWR102 VersaMax PSU, 110/230 Vac, expanded

9.3 Choose I/O Modules And Carriers

I/O modules will depend upon the application and the client’s request. Typical I/O modules are
as follows.

IC200MDL650 Input 24 Vdc Pos./Neg. Logic (4 Groups of 8) 32PT

IC200MDL750 Output 24 Vdc Pos. Logic 0.5 A per PT (2 Groups of 16) 32PT
IC200ALG240 Analogue Input 16 BIT Voltage/Current Isolated 8 CH
IC200ALG331 Analogue Output 16 BIT Voltage/Current Isolated 4 CH

Each I/O module needs a carrier, the recommended carrier is as follows.

IC200CHS022 Compact I/O Carrier IEC Style

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9.4 VersaMax Remote I/O System Architecture And Sample BoM

A system architecture for VersaMax remote I/O drops is provided in figure 9.1. A sample BoM is
provided in table 9.1.

PROFINET

P P
S S
U U
I/O
P
N
S
VersaMax Remote I/O

Figure 9.1 VersaMax Remote I/O System Architecture

I/O Qty I/O Type

64 DC in 24Vdc
32 DC out 24Vdc
8 Analogue in 4-20mA
4 Analogue out 4-20mA
Qty Part Number Description
1 IC200PNS001 VersaMax Profinet Scanner (copper)
2 IC200PWR012 VersaMax PSU, 24 Vdc, expanded, isolated
2 IC200MDL650 Input 24 Vdc Pos./Neg. Logic (4 Groups of 8) 32PT
1 IC200MDL750 Output 24 Vdc Pos. Logic 0.5 A per PT (2 Groups of 16) 32PT
1 IC200ALG240 Analogue Input 16 BIT Voltage/Current Isolated 8 CH
1 IC200ALG331 Analogue Output 16 BIT Voltage/Current Isolated 4 CH
5 IC200CHS022 Compact I/O Carrier IEC Style
Table 9.1 VersaMax Remote I/O Sample BoM (No CPU)

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10.0 RSTi-EP Remote I/O

This section describes the configuration of an RSTi-EP remote I/O drop.

10.1 Choose Profinet Scanner

Applications of this type will use the RSTi-EP Profinet Scanner (PNS) as follows.

Qty Part Number Description

1 EPXPNS001 RSTi-EP Profinet Scanner

10.2 Choose I/O Modules

I/O modules will depend upon the application and the client’s request. Typical I/O modules are
as follows.

EP-1218 Input 24 Vdc Pos. Logic 8PT, 2 wire

EP-2218 Digital Output, 8 Points, Positive Logic, 24 Vdc, 0.5 A, 2 Wire
EP-2714 Output Relay Isolated 2 A per PT 8PT, 2 wire
EP-3468 Analog Input, 8 Channels Current 16 Bits 2, 3, or 4 Wire, Channel
Diagnostic
EP-3704 Analog Input, 4 Channels RTD 16 Bits with Diagnostics 2, 3, or 4 Wire
EP-3804 Analog Input, 4 Channels TC 16 Bits with Diagnostics 2, 3, or 4 Wire
EP-4164 Analog Output, 4 Channels Voltage/Current 16 Bits 2, 3, or 4 Wire

10.3 Choose Other Modules, Accessories

Rules on other modules, accessories such as safety I/O and power terminals can be complex so
refer to AE team for support if required.

10.4 RSTi-EP Remote I/O System Architecture And Sample BoM

A system architecture for RSTi-EP remote I/O drops is provided in figure 10.1. A sample BoM is
provided in table 10.1.

Profinet

P I I I I I I I I I I
N / / / / / / / / / /
S O O O O O O O O O O

Figure 10.1 RSTi-EP Remote I/O System Architecture

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I/O Qty I/O Type

64 DC in 24Vdc
32 DC out 24Vdc
8 Analogue in 4-20mA
4 Analogue out 4-20mA
Qty Part Number Description
1 EPXPNS001 RSTi-EP Profinet Scanner
8 EP-1218 Input 24 Vdc Pos. Logic 8PT, 2 wire
4 EP-2218 Digital Output, 8 Points, Positive Logic, 24 Vdc, 0.5 A, 2 Wire
1 EP-3468 Analog Input, 8 Channels Current 16 Bits 2, 3, or 4 Wire, Channel
Diagnostic
1 EP-4164 Analog Output, 4 Channels Voltage/Current 16 Bits 2, 3, or 4 Wire
Table 10.1 RSTi-EP Remote I/O Sample BoM (No CPU)

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11.0 VersaMax Micro

This section describes the configuration of a VersaMax Micro controller.

This configuration is ideal for small, simple applications with less than 100 I/O and limited
communications requirements.

11.1 Choose Base Unit

Applications of this type will use a VersaMax Micro base unit as follows. A wide variety of base
units is available so refer to AE team for support if required.

Qty Part Number Description

1 IC200UDD020 VersaMax Micro 20 Base, 12x 24 Vdc in, 8x 24 Vdc out, DC PSU

Or

1 IC200UDD040 VersaMax Micro 40 Base, 24x 24 Vdc in, 16x 24 Vdc out, DC PSU

Or

1 IC200UDD064 VersaMax Micro 64 Base, 40x 24 Vdc in, 24x 24 Vdc out, DC PSU

11.2 Choose Communications

Ethernet communications is recommended as follows.

1 IC200UEM001 VersaMax Micro 20/40/64 Ethernet Communications Module

11.3 Choose Expansion I/O Modules

I/O modules will depend upon the application and the client’s request. A typical expansion I/O
module for analogues is as follows.

IC200UEX626 VersaMax Micro Analog Expansion, 4x analog in, 2x analog out, DC

PSU

Rules on expansion I/O modules supported can be complex so refer to AE team for support if
required.

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11.4 VersaMax Micro System Architecture And Sample BoM

A system architecture for a VersaMax Micro controller I/O is provided in figure 11.1. A sample
BoM is provided in table 11.1.

VersaMax Micro 20 Base VersaMax Micro Expansion

Figure 11.1 VersaMax Micro System Architecture

I/O Qty I/O Type

24 DC in 24Vdc
16 DC out 24Vdc
4 Analogue in 4-20mA
2 Analogue out 4-20mA
Qty Part Number Description
1 IC200UDD040 VersaMax Micro 40 Base, 24x 24 Vdc in, 16x 24 Vdc out, DC PSU
1 IC200UEM001 VersaMax Micro 20/40/64 Ethernet Communications Module
1 IC200UEX626 VersaMax Micro Analog Expansion, 4x analog in, 2x analog out, DC
PSU
Table 11.1 VersaMax Micro Sample BoM

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12.0 Programming Software And Cables

This section describes programming software and cables for use with the controllers in this
document.

12.1 Programming Software

RX3i is programmed with the Machine Edition Professional Development Suite as follows.

Qty Part Number Description

1 MExxMBP001 Machine Edition Professional Development Suite, version xx

VersaMax Micro is programmed with the Machine Edition Professional Development Suite as
above or with the Machine Edition Lite Development Suite as follows.

1 MExxMBL001 Machine Edition Lite Development Suite, version xx

12.2 Programming Cable

RX3i is generally programmed via Ethernet and no cable is required.

VersaMax Micro can use the following cable.

1 IC200CBL500 VersaMax Micro Programming Cable

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Glossary
Abbreviation Meaning
A Amperes
AC Alternating Current (eg 110/230 Vac)
AE Application Engineer
BoM Bill of Material
CPU Central Processor Unit
DC Direct Current (eg 24 Vdc)
I/O Inputs and Outputs
HMI Human Machine Interface
PAC Programmable Automation Controller
PNC Profinet Controller
PNS Profinet Scanner
PSU Power Supply Unit
RTD Resistance Temperature Detector
SCADA Supervisory Control And Data Acquisition
TC Thermocouple
Vac Volts AC
Vdc Volts DC

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