Description
ProSoft MVI56E-MCMR ControlLogix Enhanced Modbus Master/Slave Module with Reduced Data Block
Product Description
The MVI56E-MCMR is an enhanced in-chassis Modbus communication gateway module manufactured by ProSoft Technology for Rockwell Allen‑Bradley ControlLogix rack. It features Reduced Data Block (RDB) design optimized for bandwidth-limited ControlNet remote I/O racks. It has two independent serial ports, each configurable as Modbus Master or Slave, supporting Modbus RTU and ASCII protocols. It exchanges data with ControlLogix CPU via the backplane and communicates with field Modbus instruments, transmitters, weighing meters, drives and legacy controllers over RS232/422/485. The internal 5000-word register database realizes bidirectional register mapping. Equipped with a 4-character scrolling alpha-numeric LED display and a dedicated Ethernet configuration port, it supports remote diagnostics and firmware upgrade. Optical isolation on serial side protects the PLC backplane from surge and ground loop noise. It is hot-swappable and widely used for remote ControlNet I/O racks integrating Modbus field devices.

MVI56E-MCMR
Technical Specifications
- Part Number: MVI56E-MCMR
- Manufacturer: ProSoft Technology
- Series: MVI56E ControlLogix In-chassis Module
- Device Type: Modbus RTU/ASCII Master/Slave Gateway (RDB reduced data block)
- Serial Ports: 2 × configurable serial ports (RS232 / RS422 / RS485 jumper selectable)
- Protocol: Modbus RTU (CRC16), Modbus ASCII (LRC); supports Enron/Daniel floating-point format
- Baud Rate: 110 ~ 115200 bps
- Internal Database: 5000-word shared register database
- Backplane Current Draw: 800mA @5.1VDC; 3mA @24VDC
- Power Dissipation: Approx. 4.1W
- Isolation: 500V optical isolation between serial side and backplane
- Diagnostic: 4-character scrolling LED display + module/port status LED; dedicated Ethernet config port
- Operating Temperature: 0°C ~ +60°C
- Storage Temperature: -40°C ~ +85°C
- Relative Humidity: 5%~95%, non-condensing
- Mounting: Single slot in 1756 ControlLogix chassis
- Hot Swap: Supported
- Weight: Approx. 0.29 kg
- Certifications: CE, UL, Class I Div.2 hazardous location approval
Key Features
- Reduced Data Block (RDB) architecture specially optimized for ControlNet remote racks with limited bandwidth
- Dual independent serial ports, each can be set as Modbus Master or Slave freely
- 5000-word shared register database for bidirectional data exchange with ControlLogix CPU
- Supports Enron / Daniel floating-point format for 32-bit floating-point register exchange
- 500V optical isolation protects PLC rack from field surge and ground loop interference
- 4-character scrolling LED display for local quick diagnosis without PC connection
- Built-in Ethernet configuration port for remote setup, firmware update and troubleshooting
- Hot-swappable, compatible with Studio5000 / RSLogix5000 and ProSoft Configuration Builder (PCB)

MVI56E-MCMR
Application Scenarios
- Petrochemical ControlNet remote I/O skid Modbus instrument integration
- Power plant substation and auxiliary equipment Modbus meter data collection
- Water & wastewater treatment plant flow/level/temperature Modbus transmitters
- Food & beverage batch production line weighing instrument and temperature controller communication
- Cement and mining plant VFD and field Modbus device connection
- Pipeline SCADA remote telemetry and Modbus RTU instrument acquisition
- Legacy Modbus PLC interconnection with Rockwell ControlLogix
- Large distributed ControlNet rack automation system protocol conversion
Matching / Auxiliary Components
- 1756 ControlLogix chassis and backplane
- ControlLogix CPU (1756-L71, L72, L73, L81E etc.)
- 1756 series rack power supply (1756-PA75 / PB72)
- Shielded twisted pair serial cable for RS485/422/232
- 120Ω terminal resistor for RS485 bus termination
- Studio5000 / RSLogix5000 programming software
- ProSoft Configuration Builder (PCB) module configuration tool
- Modbus RTU field devices: transmitters, flow meters, VFD, weighing controllers
Related ProSoft MVI56E Series Models (9 pcs)
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