Modbus MFU Option Card Installation Manual
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7.4 Broadcast Commands
Broadcast commands are only supported for specific registers, coils and commands.
Stop and ESD Code 05 writes to coils 0 (Stop) and 3 (ESD) are supported for
address 0 broadcast.
Code 06 writes to register 5 (Actuator Digital Control) with values 0
(Stop) and 3 (ESD) are supported for address 0 broadcast.
7.5 Data Location Offsets
The locations given in the database are those which should appear in the messages as they are
transmitted on the Modbus link. Some host systems offset the addresses so far as the user is
concerned. In such cases, the address programmed into the host would be different to those listed. All
data locations listed start from 0. Please check the host system documentation carefully to determine
if any offsets are required.
Typical Offsets are:
7.6 Data Locations
The data locations in the following tables are all numbered from 0. For a definition of the actuator
functions listed refer to section 5. For the DO-1 to DO-4 options, the extra relay output board must be
fitted. This can only be fitted in the IQ3.
7.6.1 Data Accessed with Function Code 01 - Read Coils
Note: All data locations listed start from 0; it may be necessary to add an offset to match the
number required for the PLC.