Press Release
Brussels (Belgium), December 4, 2003
Initi@tive 2004. Modicon TSX Micro automation
platform: offering versatility and openness
Modicon TSX Micro is a Simply Smart* product, compliments of
Telemecanique.
The Modicon TSX Micro platform from Telemecanique is designed for implementing
small and medium-sized control systems up to 248 I/O. It is suitable for all machines
and processes, ranging from the simplest to those requiring rapid, powerful processing
operations. This platform offers a complete and versatile range of over 40 applicationspecific modules, capable of supporting every control and automation function. Its varying
performance levels, memory flexibility, modular configuration and openness with
regard to the market’s communications standards – Ethernet TCP/IP, CANopen,
AS-Interface, etc. – all contribute to providing the perfect solution for processing any
application.
Multispecialist PLC
For its programming functions Modicon TSX Micro uses a set of 4 languages
conforming to standard IEC 61131-3, comprising Ladder Diagram (LD), Instruction
list (IL), Structured Text (ST) and Sequential Function Chart (SFC). This means that
you can choose the most suitable language for each function in the application to be
developed, without reducing memory capacity or execution performance. These languages
can also use all the resources offered by the Windows interface and are supported by an
online help function that can be accessed at any stage during PLC setup.
In addition, the PL7 programming software comes with the application-specific screens
required for configuration and adjustments as well as supervisory and diagnostics activities.
Each of the application-specific functions offers a compact, integrated, simple and effective
solution. Counting, positioning, process control and safety are four of the standard functions
offered by this range.
The counting function offers a wide selection of solutions with a variety of performance
levels and modular designs: discrete modules with 2 x 500 Hz channels, 2 x 10 kHz
channels integrated in the basic configuration and numerous counter modules up to 500
kHz, etc.
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The positioning function, based on an SSI encoder module, provides a complete 1 MHz
interface for a range of functions, including handling comparison, read/measure, modulo,
and offset/recalibration functions.
The process control function can be accessed via an integrated specialised library.
Depending on the command type, you can choose a direct analogue output or an
adaptation using SERVO (discrete valve control) or PWM (pulse width modulation) blocks.
There is also a fuzzy logic library available for non-linear procedures or those difficult to
model.
The safety function covers emergency-stop monitoring and limit switch applications
requiring safety category level 3 in accordance with standard EN 954-1. This module, which
is integrated in the PLC, is based on a wired Preventa (XPS) safety relay and a discrete
data acquisition function, providing full diagnostics for input contacts and output status in
the safety system.
Open PLC
Whether distributing sensors in the most cost-effective manner, connecting intelligent
equipment or integrating with an intranet, Modicon TSX Micro favours an open standard,
offering you total freedom of choice.
Ethernet
This product is also easily integrated into local or remote architectures using the universally
recognised Modbus protocol, supported on Ethernet TCP/IP.
The Ethernet TCP/IP modules are also equipped with a ready-to-use web server, operating
as a graphic interface for accessing your application’s configuration, diagnostics and
adjustment activities. The operator can also use the graphic library to develop web pages supervision pages, diagnostics pages, documentation, etc. - which are then stored using
the 8 Mb memory capacity available. A simple Internet browser ensures secure and
transparent access to PLC data via a network or modem, providing you with a real HMI.
This transparency forms the basis for all the Transparent Ready  architectures developed
by Schneider Electric.
CANopen
Modicon TSX Micro has a CANopen master module in PCMCIA format for connecting
intelligent equipment. This module can be inserted directly in the CPU, providing a compact
solution. Numerous Telemecanique products can be connected up, including Altivar
variable speed drives, Lexium and Twin Line drives, U model Tesys motor starters,
Advantys I/O, etc.
AS-Interface
To implement a more cost-effective distributed wiring solution, an AS-Interface master
module is used for connecting sensors and actuators (up to a maximum of 31 slaves over a
single cable (200 m max.), allowing both power and data transfer).
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Main technical features:
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multitask system (MAST/FAST/EVT)
execution time: 0.15 µs per instruction
internal memory range from 22 to 40 Kb, expandable up to 256 Kb by inserting a
PCMCIA card
supply voltage: 24 VDC or 230 VAC
up to 248 discrete in rack I/O
up to 141 analogue I/O
granularity of I/O modules: 2 to 64 channels
I/O connected using removable screw terminals or HE10 connectors
basic configuration with integrated I/O and application-specific functions
multiprotocol serial communication port (Modbus master/slave, Uni-Telway, ASCII)
display unit on front panel used to display data for a variety of purposes
etc.
*Simply Smart: more ingenuity and intelligence for continually improving ease of use.
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