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Emerson PACSystems Versamax - User Manual

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User Manual
GFK-1535D
Jan 2023
PACSystems
TM
VersaMax
GENIUS
®
NETWORK INTERFACE UNIT
USER MANUAL

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Summary

Section 1: Introduction

1.3 The VersaMax Family of Products

Overview of the VersaMax I/O product line, its features, and applications.

1.4 The VersaMax Genius I;O Station

Describes the architecture and function of a VersaMax Genius I/O station.

1.5 The Genius NIU

Details the VersaMax Genius Network Interface Unit (NIU) and its role.

1.7 Power Supplies

Explains the AC or DC power supply modules for the NIU and station.

1.8 VersaMax Modules

Describes the physical dimensions and mounting of VersaMax I/O and option modules.

Section 2: Installation

2.1 Module Clearance

Specifies the required space around modules for proper ventilation and access.

2.2 Thermal Considerations

Details the thermal performance requirements and clearances for modules.

2.3 Mounting Instructions

Provides guidance on mounting VersaMax I/O stations on DIN rails and panels.

2.4 Panel-Mounting

Explains the procedure for mounting modules directly onto a panel for increased stability.

2.6 Installing an Expansion Receiver Module

Guides on installing expansion receiver modules in the leftmost slot of expansion racks.

2.7 Installing Power Supply Modules

Details how to install power supply modules onto the NIU, expansion receivers, or carriers.

2.9 Setting the SBA and Baud Rate

Instructions for configuring the Serial Bus Address (SBA) and baud rate using rotary switches.

2.12 Making Bus Connections

Explains how to make Genius bus connections, including termination and shielding.

Section 3: Operation

3.1 NIU Data Memories

Describes the four I/O data memories (I, Q, AI, AQ) within the NIU and their capacities.

3.3 Data Transfer Between the NIU and the Genius Bus

Explains how the NIU exchanges input and output data with the Genius bus.

3.5 Operation of the Genius NIU in Enhanced Diagnostics Mode

Details the NIU's behavior and diagnostics when Enhanced Diagnostics Mode is enabled.

Section 4: Configuration

4.1 Station Racks and Slots

Explains the logical structure of racks and slots used to identify modules in an I/O station.

4.3 Programmer Configuration of the Genius NIU and I;O Station

Outlines the process of configuring the NIU and I/O station using programming software.

4.3.7 Configure the Genius NIU

Details the settings and parameters for configuring the Genius NIU's operating characteristics.

4.3.10 Programmer Configuration: Download, Upload, Verify, Clear

Describes procedures for managing NIU configurations via PC connection.

4.4 Autoconfiguration of the Genius NIU and I;O Station

Explains how the NIU automatically configures itself and its installed modules.

Section 5: Datagrams

5.1 Datagram Types

Lists the primary datagrams that can be sent to or from the Genius Network Interface Unit.

5.4 Report Fault Datagram Format

Details the format of datagrams sent by the NIU to report faults.

5.5 Configuration Data

Describes the format and structure of configuration data for NIU and I/O station modules.

Section 6: Redundancy

6.1 CPU;Bus Controller Redundancy

Explains how redundant bus controllers manage I/O and fault reporting for critical applications.

6.2 Using the NIU in a Genius Bus Redundancy System

Details how NIUs can be integrated into redundant bus configurations for increased reliability.

Appendix A: Operation of the Genius Bus

A-1 Electrical Interface

Describes the electrical characteristics and interface circuit of the Genius bus.

A-3 Maximum Bus Length

Explains the factors limiting the maximum length of the Genius bus.

Appendix B: Performance Data

Summary

Section 1: Introduction

1.3 The VersaMax Family of Products

Overview of the VersaMax I/O product line, its features, and applications.

1.4 The VersaMax Genius I;O Station

Describes the architecture and function of a VersaMax Genius I/O station.

1.5 The Genius NIU

Details the VersaMax Genius Network Interface Unit (NIU) and its role.

1.7 Power Supplies

Explains the AC or DC power supply modules for the NIU and station.

1.8 VersaMax Modules

Describes the physical dimensions and mounting of VersaMax I/O and option modules.

Section 2: Installation

2.1 Module Clearance

Specifies the required space around modules for proper ventilation and access.

2.2 Thermal Considerations

Details the thermal performance requirements and clearances for modules.

2.3 Mounting Instructions

Provides guidance on mounting VersaMax I/O stations on DIN rails and panels.

2.4 Panel-Mounting

Explains the procedure for mounting modules directly onto a panel for increased stability.

2.6 Installing an Expansion Receiver Module

Guides on installing expansion receiver modules in the leftmost slot of expansion racks.

2.7 Installing Power Supply Modules

Details how to install power supply modules onto the NIU, expansion receivers, or carriers.

2.9 Setting the SBA and Baud Rate

Instructions for configuring the Serial Bus Address (SBA) and baud rate using rotary switches.

2.12 Making Bus Connections

Explains how to make Genius bus connections, including termination and shielding.

Section 3: Operation

3.1 NIU Data Memories

Describes the four I/O data memories (I, Q, AI, AQ) within the NIU and their capacities.

3.3 Data Transfer Between the NIU and the Genius Bus

Explains how the NIU exchanges input and output data with the Genius bus.

3.5 Operation of the Genius NIU in Enhanced Diagnostics Mode

Details the NIU's behavior and diagnostics when Enhanced Diagnostics Mode is enabled.

Section 4: Configuration

4.1 Station Racks and Slots

Explains the logical structure of racks and slots used to identify modules in an I/O station.

4.3 Programmer Configuration of the Genius NIU and I;O Station

Outlines the process of configuring the NIU and I/O station using programming software.

4.3.7 Configure the Genius NIU

Details the settings and parameters for configuring the Genius NIU's operating characteristics.

4.3.10 Programmer Configuration: Download, Upload, Verify, Clear

Describes procedures for managing NIU configurations via PC connection.

4.4 Autoconfiguration of the Genius NIU and I;O Station

Explains how the NIU automatically configures itself and its installed modules.

Section 5: Datagrams

5.1 Datagram Types

Lists the primary datagrams that can be sent to or from the Genius Network Interface Unit.

5.4 Report Fault Datagram Format

Details the format of datagrams sent by the NIU to report faults.

5.5 Configuration Data

Describes the format and structure of configuration data for NIU and I/O station modules.

Section 6: Redundancy

6.1 CPU;Bus Controller Redundancy

Explains how redundant bus controllers manage I/O and fault reporting for critical applications.

6.2 Using the NIU in a Genius Bus Redundancy System

Details how NIUs can be integrated into redundant bus configurations for increased reliability.

Appendix A: Operation of the Genius Bus

A-1 Electrical Interface

Describes the electrical characteristics and interface circuit of the Genius bus.

A-3 Maximum Bus Length

Explains the factors limiting the maximum length of the Genius bus.

Appendix B: Performance Data

Emerson PACSystems Versamax Specifications

General IconGeneral
SeriesVersaMax
CommunicationEthernet
Communication ProtocolsEtherNet/IP
Power Supply24 VDC
Storage Temperature-40°C to 85°C
Humidity5 to 95% non-condensing
CertificationsCE, UL, cUL

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