{"product_id":"mvi56e-mcmxt-prosoft-plc-processor-module","title":"MVI56E-MCMXT |  ProSoft | PLC Processor Module","description":"\u003ch1\u003eProSoft MVI56E-MCMXT Modbus Communication Module\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProSoft MVI56E-MCMXT\u003c\/strong\u003e is an in-chassis Modbus communication module for ControlLogix and Logix-XT platforms. The module provides serial Modbus connectivity between Logix controllers and Modbus devices, supporting Modbus RTU and Modbus ASCII protocols through two configurable serial ports. Its XT-version design includes conformal coating for applications requiring enhanced environmental protection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eModbus Communication Gateway\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe MVI56E-MCMXT acts as an interface between the ControlLogix processor and Modbus serial networks. It exchanges data between Logix controller memory and connected Modbus devices through an internal shared database.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach serial port can be configured independently, allowing the module to operate as a Modbus Master, Modbus Slave, or a combination of both across the two communication channels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSerial Interface Capabilities\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe module provides two isolated serial communication ports with flexible interface selection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSupported serial standards include:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"list-paddingleft-2\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRS-232\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRS-422\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRS-485\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe isolated RJ45 serial ports help simplify integration with a wide range of Modbus-compatible devices, including drives, meters, RTUs, analyzers, and third-party control equipment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eProtocol Configuration\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe MVI56E-MCMXT supports both major Modbus serial protocol formats.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAvailable communication options include:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"list-paddingleft-2\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eModbus RTU\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eModbus ASCII\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaster mode operation\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSlave mode operation\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMixed Master\/Slave configurations\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSerial communication parameters are user-configurable for integration with existing field devices.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eInternal Database\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe module includes an internal shared database of \u003cstrong\u003e10,000 registers (16-bit words)\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis memory area is used for data exchange between the ControlLogix controller and the Modbus network, allowing process data, status information, and control values to be transferred efficiently between systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDiagnostics and Status Monitoring\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDiagnostic and operational status information is available through onboard indicators and the dedicated Ethernet debug interface.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLED indicators include:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"list-paddingleft-2\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBattery Status\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eModule Status\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUser Status\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSerial Activity TX\/RX\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEthernet Activity\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA \u003cstrong\u003e10\/100 Mbps Ethernet RJ45 debug port\u003c\/strong\u003e is provided for module configuration, diagnostics, and troubleshooting functions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eEnvironmental Characteristics\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe XT version is designed for installation in demanding industrial environments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe module includes standard conformal coating and supports operation across a wide ambient temperature range while maintaining compatibility with ControlLogix and Logix-XT chassis installations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"___1vyiefv f1ddd56o f16vktn6 f1ahpp82 f11qra4b f1uinfot fibjyge fvueend f9yszdx f1fu4s3n f3l3pb3 f10ghnd0 f8fmt76 fjvbh62 f1qrqxae f1vw5qpk fc02sbz fxawf59 fymf513 f1aoyrul f1el8yx3 f1pymoxg f1ofu761 fe6itr f7coize f1794535 f1o0pw0q fbjjl9v fk1v6el f16pyhcb f1ixlhx9 f12zef0i flu5r5u f19haqzy f1owmcxx f1oddm8q f1004tna fcoaxci fh0ee9u f15v23i2 f1dmj53 f1r1gcv9 f14z1veh ffufd3x f1ypplot f1660cg\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr class=\"firstRow\"\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eParameter\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMVI56E-MCMXT\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProSoft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProduct Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModbus Communication Module\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePlatform\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eControlLogix \/ Logix-XT\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInstallation Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIn-Chassis\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBackplane Current Load\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e800 mA @ 5 VDC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBackplane Current Load\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3 mA @ 24 VDC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSerial Ports\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSerial Interfaces\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRS-232, RS-422, RS-485\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSerial Port Isolation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIsolated RJ45 Connectors\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSupported Protocols\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModbus RTU, Modbus ASCII\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOperating Modes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaster, Slave, Master\/Slave Mixed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBaud Rate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e110 bps to 115.2 kbps\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eData Bits\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e7 or 8\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eParity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNone, Odd, Even\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStop Bits\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1 or 2\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInternal Database\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10,000 Registers (16-Bit Words)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDebug Port\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10\/100 Mbps Ethernet RJ45\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLED Indicators\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBattery, Module, User, TX\/RX, Ethernet\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eConformal Coating\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOperating Temperature\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e-25 deg C to 70 deg C\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStorage Temperature\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e-40 deg C to 85 deg C\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRelative Humidity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5% to 95% RH, Non-Condensing\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eInstallation Considerations\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe MVI56E-MCMXT occupies a slot within a ControlLogix or Logix-XT chassis and draws power directly from the backplane. When configuring a system, the module's backplane current requirements should be included in chassis power supply calculations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe selected serial interface, protocol mode, baud rate, and data format must match the connected Modbus devices to ensure proper communication.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Can the MVI56E-MCMXT operate as both a Modbus Master and Slave?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: Yes. The module supports Master mode, Slave mode, and mixed Master\/Slave configurations across its two serial communication ports.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: How much shared data memory is available between the Logix controller and Modbus devices?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: The module provides an internal database of \u003cstrong\u003e10,000 registers (16-bit words)\u003c\/strong\u003e for exchanging data between the controller and the Modbus network.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: What serial communication standards are supported?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: The module supports \u003cstrong\u003eRS-232, RS-422, and RS-485\u003c\/strong\u003e communication through two isolated serial ports configurable for Modbus RTU or Modbus ASCII operation.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Prosoft","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67749284020298,"sku":"MVI56E-MCMXT","price":3000.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0587\/8569\/3770\/files\/MVI56E-MNETC_2.jpg?v=1758870951","url":"https:\/\/www.topbrandsplc.com\/products\/mvi56e-mcmxt-prosoft-plc-processor-module","provider":"Topbrands PLC Limited","version":"1.0","type":"link"}