Introducing the VersaMax™
Micro Controllers - with Power,
Flexibility and Compact Size
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Outline
Introduction
• What is the VersaMax Micro and Nano
Value Proposition
• Tools, protect investment, path to future
• Measurable benefits
• ROI Calculator
Product Overview
• VersaMax Micro 64 Controller
• VersaMax Nano Controller
• VersaMax Micro Controller
• VersaMax Operator Interfaces
• VersaMax SE (Ethernet connectivity)
• Programming Tools
• Trouble Shooting Tools
Customer Successes
Summary
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VersaMax
Nano
VersaMax Micro
14
VersaMax Micro 23
and Micro 28
NEW VersaMax Micro 64
Family of VersaMax Nano and Micro Controllers
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What are the VersaMax Micro & Nano Controllers?
• Compact micro controller with
embedded I/O, communications and
motion all in one package
• Flexible communications options
• Wide range of I/O expansion options
• Tightly integrated software, Proficy
Machine Edition, provides one tool for
control and operator interface
development
• Powerful instruction set that is a
subset of larger controllers from GE
Fanuc
• Powerful motion capability
Low cost control for a wide range of applications
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Value Proposition
VersaMax Micro and Nano
High Level
Proposition
ROI
Hardware migration
from Relay
replacement to
VersaMax
Micro/Nano
Saves dollars spent on hardware 2 ways:
Training and support
• Micro is programmed in relay ladder logic
which is familiar to electricians so training is
greatly reduced.
Upward migration
• The logic in the VersaMax Micro can easily be
migrated to the next level controller without
program modifications.
Downtime
• The LD PDA Palm software enables the user
to easily Display and Modify I/O States –
Display variable name, description, reference
address, On/Off State, and Force State. The
PDA enhances trouble shooting and reduces
downtime.
Investment cost
• VersaMax Micro/Nano hardware cost is one
of the most economical on the market today.
Programming and support tools are capable of
supporting multiple control platforms
• Trouble shooting and modifying are simple
and easier than relays
• Micro’s require less panel space than relays
Powerful PDA Tools
• One programming tool for control and operator
interface
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ROI Calculator
VersaMax Micro and Nano
FEATURE
BENEFITS
Protects user’s investment
Application program is compatible with larger
controllers
Easy migration from one platform to another
reducing program development and debug time
Provides Opportunity to grow into latest technology
Supports the latest GE Fanuc Hardware Technology
The VersaMax Micro and Nano use the latest
technology to provide high performance and
lower cost.
Improves Productivity to Configure, Develop, Commission, and Maintain applications
Single Software Package for VersaMax Micro and
operator interface
Personnel only need to be trained on one
software package
Software cost reduced since only need one
software package
Machine Edition Toolchest provides the ability to re-use
objects for Application Building Blocks
User can build a set of building blocks that can
be validated and used over again. This saves
development/validation time.
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VersaMax Micro 64
Introduction
New Micro 64 is loaded with cost saving features
• 40 inputs and 24 outputs built-in
• Four models to chose from
• 24VDC output model has ESCP technology.
No destructive fuses required
• 435mA of user 24VDC power available
• User supply can be used for expansion units or field devices
• Built-in High Performance Motion (4 channels)
• 32bit 100Khz High Speed Counter ( four type A, or one AQUADB)
• 32bit 65Khz PWM or Pulse Train Outputs (4)
• Ramping function support
• Homing, Jog and Blended Move (4 continuous moves)*
• 32K of words data storage and 48Kbytes of
user program storage
• Logic driven read/write data to CPU FLASH
• No battery required for data storage
Portable Program Backup
128K FLASH Module
(Board plugs directly into the
Micro 64 or onto the optional
communication boards)
• Portable FLASH module for program storage/download.
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Micro 64 Features
Option Boards
24VDC User Supply
Battery
(435mA available) Compartment
Supports field devices
and expansion units
(Behind Door)
Ethernet
Terminal for Input Devices
RS-232
RS-485
Analog Inputs (2)
USB
Serial option boards only
Portable Flash
Expansion
Port
Run/Stop
Switch
Port 1 (RS-232)
(RJ-45 Under
Door)
Micro Input
Power
Terminal for Output Devices
(Removable Terminal Strips)
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Status
LED
Power
OK
Run
Inputs
Outputs
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Introduction
VersaMax Micro 64
Powerful Communication Options
• One built-in port that supports RS-232 and
SNP, Modbus Master/Slave and Serial
Read/Write
• Second port is optional supporting the
following plug in modules:
• RS-232: SNP, Modbus Master/Slave and
Serial Read/Write and provides two analog
inputs (0 to 10VDC).
• RS-485: SNP, Modbus Master/Slave and
Serial Read/Write and provides two analog
inputs (0 to 10VDC).
• USB: SNP Slave and Serial Read
 Ethernet: 10/100 Mbaud
 Supports SRTP, Modbus TCP Server
and Tunneling (point to point)
 Future release to include WEB and
Modbus TCP Client
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Plug-in Communications
Options Boards for
Ethernet, Serial or USB
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Introduction
VersaMax Nano
Nano Fits in the Palm of Your Hand:
• 2K words of Logic Memory
• Flash Memory and 2 day temporary data back-up
• 1.2 microseconds per Boolean Operation
Execution
• Compact - 75mm x 80mm 47mm
• Built-in RS-232 port (Supports RS-485
converter)
• Programming Port
• Modem Ready
• Interface to Bar Code Readers, Pagers…..
• Powerful Instructions
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PID
Floating Point Math
Subroutines
Serial Read and Write Commands
VersaMax Nano
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VersaMax Micro 14
Introduction
Micro 14 is Loaded with Capability:
• 8 Inputs/ 6 Outputs built-in and expandable
to 126 I/O
• 9K words of logic memory
• 1.0 microseconds per Boolean operation
execution
• Logic driven read/write data to CPU FLASH
• No battery required for data storage
• Built-in RS-232 port (Supports RS-485
converter)
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Programming port
Modem ready
Serial Read/Write, Modbus Master/Slave Interface
to Bar Code Readers, Pagers…..
• Flexible I/O - discrete, analog, and motion
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Introduction
VersaMax Micro 23 and 28
Micro 23 and Micro 28 is Versatile for all
Applications:
• Micro 23 – 13 discrete inputs, 10 discrete output, 2 analog
inputs and 1 analog output
• Micro 28 – 16 discrete inputs and 12 discrete outputs
• 9K words of logic memory
• Control and monitor up to 140 I/O
• 1.0 microseconds per Boolean operation
execution
• Real Time Clock and battery backed
data available
• Two built-in communication ports
 Programming port
 Modem ready
 Serial Read/Write, Modbus Master/Slave Interface to Bar Code
Readers, Pagers…..
• Logic driven read/write data to CPU FLASH
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Introduction
VersaMax Micro Expansion Units
Wide Range of Discrete I/O
• DC and AC Input
• DC, AC and Relay Output (2 and 10 amp)
Flexible Configurations for your budget
• Low, Medium and High Density I/O
• Combination Modules
Powerful Analog Options
• Voltage and Current
Maximum length from
micro to last expansion is
2 meters
• RTD
• Combination modules available
Space Saving Mounting Options
• 0.5 and 1.0 meter expansion cables
• Total expansion cable length is 2 meters
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VersaMax Micro and Expansion Models
Model
Power Supply
Input Voltage Output Voltage Relay Output Analog I/O
Micro 14
(7 models)
12VDC
24VDC
120/240VAC
12VDC
24VDC
120VAC
12VDC
24VDC
120/240VAC
Micro 28
(8 models)
12VDC
24VDC
120/240VAC
12VDC
24VDC
120VAC
12VDC
24VDC
24VDC ESCP
120/240VAC
2 amp
10 amp
Micro 23
(3 models)
12VDC
24VDC
120/240VAC
12VDC
24VDC
120VAC
24VDC Output on
24VDC and
120/240VAC P/S
2 amp
Micro 64
(4 models)
24VDC
120/240VAC
24VDC
24VDC source
with ESCP
24VDC sink
2 amp
Point
Expansion
Units
(27 models)
4in/4out, 8 in, 8
out, 16 in, 16
out, 8in/6 out,
16 in/12 out
12VDC
24VDC
120/240VAC
12VDC
24VDC
120VAC
12VDC
24VDC
24VDC ESCP
120/240VAC
2 amp
10 amp
Analog
Expansion
(8 models)
12VDC
24VDC
120/240VAC
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RTD
2 amp
10 amp
2 In
1 Out
4 In/2 Out
4 In
4 RTD In
4 RTD /2
Analog
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Out
VersaMax Nano and Micro Selection Guide
Features
Nano 10
Micro 14
Micro 23
Micro 28
Micro 64
Built-in Discrete
6 in/4 out
8 in/6 out
13 in/10 out
16 in/12 out
40 in/24 out
Built-in Analog
On some
models
None
2 in/ 1 out
None
Serial Plug-in
Modules
None
Up to 4
Up to 4
Up to 4
Up to 4
Logic Memory
2K words
9K words
9K words
9K words
24K words
Data Storage
Data Back-up
256
256
Write to
Flash
2 days
2K words
Write to Flash
2K words
Write to
Flash
30 min.
32K words
Write to
Flash
30 min.
Up to 3 years
Up to 3 years
Expansion Units
Super Cap
Battery
Real Time Clock
2 days
None
None
30 min.
Up to 3 years
No
No
Yes
Yes
Yes
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1
2
2
1 built-in 2nd
port optional
Optional
VersaMax SE
Optional
VersaMax SE
Optional
VersaMax SE
Optional
VersaMax SE
Optional on
2nd port
High Speed
Counter
4 @ 10Khz
4 @ 10Khz
4 @ 10Khz
4 @ 10Khz
4 @ 100Khz
PWM/Pulse
Train
4 @ 5Khz
4 @ 5Khz
4 @ 5Khz
4 @ 5Khz
4 @ 65Khz
No
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Serial Ports
Available
Ethernet Option
Write Data to
Internal FLASH
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Product Overview
VersaMax SE
VersaMax SE - Serial to Ethernet
• RS-232 or RS-485 (16 devices) serial
port
• 10/100BASE-T Ethernet Interface (RJ45)
• Serial Protocol support - ASCII, RTU and
SNP
• Ethernet Protocol support - TCP/IP, GE
Fanuc SRTP and Modbus TCP/IP
• Support Proficy Machine Edition
Programming upload/download
Applications - Any device that has a
serial interface and needs to be
linked to Ethernet. PLCs, Drives,
Softstarters, Bar Code Readers,
Scales….etc.
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VersaMax SE provides a
simple and cost effective
connection to an Ethernet
LAN
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Product Overview
VersaMax DP Operator
Interfaces
Ideal for a wide range of applications
• VersaMax Micro and Nano Ready
• Preinstalled VersaMax Micro and Nano Drivers DP 20
• System Diagnostic Screens
• Pre-made cable for quick connection
• Key Features:
• Text Display
• Programmable Function/Numeric Keys
• Up to 200 messages
• Navigation and edit keys
DP 65
• Programmable LEDs
• Alarm, recipes and Menu Support
DP 40/45
DP 85
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Product Overview
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QuickPanel View Operator
Interfaces
Windows CE-based Open Graphical Operator Interface
Scalable OI Product Family
Provides migration path for existing QuickPanel customers
Programmed using Proficy Machine Edition View
Loaded
Intermediate
 Size: 6-In, 12-In and 15-In
 Display: Mono & TFT
 Connectivity: Serial, Ethernet, &
Fieldbus
 View & VB Scripting
 Document Viewers (doc, xls, pdf)
 Web Browsing
 Web Publishing
 View & Control
Basic
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6-In Mono Display
Serial Interface to PLC
View Scripting
View Functionality
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Size: 6-In, 10.5-In, & 12-In
Display: Mono, STN, & TFT
Connectivity: Serial, Ethernet, & Fieldbus
View & VB Scripting
Compact Flash
View Functionality
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Product Overview
Motion Solutions
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Product Overview
Programming Software
Proficy Machine Edition
Programming Software provides
IEC programming using Windows®
95/98/2000, XP and Windows NT®
One package that integrates
control and view in one package
with shared tags
Editor Options:
• Relay Ladder Diagram
• Instruction List
Family Compatible with GE Fanuc
controllers
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Powerful Instruction Set
Bit Operation Functions
Data Move Functions
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Logic AND, Logic OR
Exclusive OR, Logical Invert
Shift Right/Left
Rotate Right/Left
Bit Test/Set/Clear
Masked Compare
Bit Position
Bit Sequencer
Control Functions
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Do I/O
Call
End
Subroutines
Comments
Master Control Relay
Service Request
PID
Table Functions
 Array Move
 Search
Programming Software
Relation Functions
Move
Block Move
Block Clear
Shift Register
Communications Request
 Motion Moves
 High Speed Counter
 Serial Read/Write
 Modbus Master
Conversion Functions
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BCD- 4
Signed Integer
Double Precision Signed Integer
Real
Real to Word
Truncate Real Number
Math and Numberical
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+, -, x, /
Modulo division
Scaling
Square Root
Trigonometric Functions
Logarithmic/Exponential
Convert Radians
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Equal
Not Equal
Greater Than
Less Than
Greater or Equal
Less or Equal
Range
Relay Functions
 Contacts, Coils
 Fault and No Fault Contacts
 Alarm Contacts
Timer and Counters
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Time-tick Contacts
On-delay Stopwatch timer
On-delay timer
Off-delay timer
Up Counter
Down Counter
Motion Functions
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Home
Ramp
Jog
Blended Move
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Product Overview
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Display and Modify PLC
CPU State (Run/Stop)
Trouble Shooting and
Commissioning Tool
Powerful PDA Tools
Display and Modify I/O
States – Display
variable name,
description, reference
address, On/Off State,
and Force State
Display and Modify
Register Values –
Displays variable name,
description, address,
and value
Transfer list of
variables from
Programmer to PDA
using SNF file format
View and Clear PLC &
I/O Fault Tables
View default Reference
Tables
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Typical Applications for the VersaMax Micro
Packaging
Material Handling
Assembly
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Bag, Fill & Seal
Tray/Carton Former
Wrapping Machines
Bottle Filling
Case Packing
Conveyor Control
Feed to Length
Cut to Length
Flying Carriage/Shear
Rotary Knife/Cutoff
Labeling Machines
Packaging Sorting/Lane
Diverter
Pick & Place
Dispensing Machine
Circuit Board Assembly
Quality Testing
Paint Booth
SCADA
Others
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• Emergency Generator
Control
• Vending Machine
• Compressor Control
• Trash Compacting
• Powder Coating
Lift Stations
Pump control
Aerators
Sprinkle systems
Ground Water
Remediation
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Micro 64 Advantages
VersaMax Micro 64
Investment
• Micro 64 is loaded with features that will cost
much more on competitive micros
• Reduced training. The programming is the
same on the Micro 64 as all other GE Fanuc
controllers.
• One development package for control and
operator interface development
Flexibility
• The built-in motion capability is superior to
comparable micros on the market
• 100Khz High Speed Counter and 65Khz Pulse
Train out
• Wide range of serial communications and a
powerful Ethernet option for only $175.
• Modular expansion enable you to easily
expand both discrete and analog I/O
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Product Strategy
Future Plans
Future Development, Target Date is 3rd Qtr 2006
Micro 20 – Same capabilities as Micro 64, 12 inputs in and 8 outputs
Micro 40 – Same capabilities as Micro 64, 24 inputs in and 16 outputs
Analog Expansion – 4 channels, 24VDC powered
Servo Expansion Module
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2 axis of Servo or Stepper @ 500Khz pulses/second with encoder input
PC configuration tool that connects to module
Up to 100 profiles stored in module
Home, Jog, Registration Input, S-Curve acceleration, Feedrate Override,
Follower Mode and more.
Firmware Enhancements for Micro 64
• Motion commands for built-in motion include Jog, Home and Blended
Move
• 32bit Counters for Pulse Train /PWM and 32bit High Speed Counters
• Online Program Changes
Ethernet Enhancements for Micro 64
• Web pages
• Modbus TCP/IP Client
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Customer Successes
VersaMax Micro 64
Customer : OEM that builds pick and place machine
Problem : Application requires Ethernet connectivity to a PC and
requires 2 axis of motion. Application also requires that the controller
remember where parts are stored.
Solution : Micro 64 with Ethernet module and QuickPanel 6”
display.
Benefits : The Micro 64 provided the Ethernet connectivity and 2
axis of motion control. The 32K of registers available provide the
OEM plenty of data storage space.
The QuickPanel operator interface enables the user to change and
view status of the machine and also know where parts are located.
The OI also provides Web pages for remote monitoring. The OEM
was also able to reduce development since the programming
package for the Micro 64 and OI are the same and tags are shared
throughout the application.
Added Benefit: The portable Flash Memory device allowed the
OEM to preprogram multiple setups. The user simply plugs in the
module and the new profile is downloaded. Reduced complexity and
training cost.
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Customer Successes
VersaMax Micro 28
Customer : Assembly machine inserting light pipes on circuit
boards
Problem : Relay Replacement, temperature monitoring and
Ethernet communication and Operator Interface
Solution : 28 point micro, RTD expansion module, VersaMax SE
and VersaMax DP
Benefits : The 28 point micro has two serial ports so it was easy to
have an operator interface and connect to the factory LAN. Another
benefit is the micro is a low cost solution for assembly control that
enables the micro to control the insertion process and monitor the
temperature of the weld to insure quality.
The VersaMax DP operator interface enables the user to monitor the
machine status and also see production data. The operator can also
key in setup data and make moderate changes.
The VersaMax SE connects the controller to the factory LAN. This
enables production data to be easily uploaded to the production
manager. Another benefit is maintenance can easily trouble shoot
the machine remotely over Ethernet which speeds up repair time.
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Customer Successes
VersaMax Micro 23
Customer : Vending Machine OEM
Problem : Dispense water to gallon and quart jugs. System needs
inexpensive operator interface and modem connection for remote
monitoring and trouble shooting. Customer also wanted hand held
device for customer to trouble shoot. Controller needed to keep track
of the number of bottles filled per day.
Solution : VersaMax Micro with VersaMax DP operator interface and
modem connection. Proficy Logic Developer PDA software (LD PDA)
Benefits : The VersaMax micro had the two serial ports required for
the operator interface and the modem connection. The large amount
of memory available on the micro enabled the user to track the
number of bottles filled per day.
The operator interface allowed the customer to enter a code into the
controller for gallon and quart jugs. It also provided step by step
directions to the customer on what to do.
The LD PDA allows the user to quickly trouble shoot the vending
machine without the need of a PC. OEM saved in training cost and
trouble shooting tools. The PDA was also used to commission the
machine and eliminating the need of PCs, save thousands of dollars.
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Summary
VersaMax Micro
Low End Controller with a Wide Range of Tools and Interfaces
Controllers
Commissioning
• Reference View Tables
• Data Monitor
• PDA Tools
• Low end Nano and Micro
• Cost effective control
solution
Operator Interfaces
• Discrete, analog and motion
control
• Graphical and Text based
Operator Interface
• Simple to advanced displays
with keypad
• Preinstalled VersaMax
drivers
• Advance instruction set
Program
• Multiple
Programming
Languages
Communications
• Ethernet connection
• Multiple serial ports with
connection flexibility
• Multiple protocol support: Serial
Read/Write, Modbus Master/Slave,
SNP, SRTP, Modbus TCP
• Productivity Tools
• Integrated Control and
Operator Interface
• Application migration
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