Remote I/O solution enables Modbus system integration

August 2006 Fieldbus & Industrial Networking Training & Education

When a user wishes to use scada/PLC/DCS hardware as a complete remote input/output (I/O) solution, Advantech's Adam-4000 Modbus series provides a solution. The range includes analog inputs, thermocouple inputs, RTD inputs, analog outputs, digital I/O, and relay output modules provide the solution.

The total Modbus I/O series supports Modbus/RTU protocol as the remote data transmission mechanism, providing easy-integration to any controller bearing Modbus/RTU standard. In addition to Modbus network support these Adam-4000 modules also feature a robust and intelligent design of system diagnostic function and safety setting capability, offering users an easy-to-use, cost-effective remote monitoring and control system.

With built-in Modbus/RTU protocol, the Adam-4000 Modbus I/O is endowed with easy plug-in system integration capabilities. Aside from effortless integration with controllers carrying Modbus/RTU standard, the Adam-4572 can upgrade the Adam-4000 I/O modules to the Modbus/TCP Ethernet layer. Moreover, most HMI software is bundled with Modbus driver and can access the Adam-4000 I/O directly.

Unlike other Adam I/O modules, the Adam-4000 Modbus I/O proves itself more robust and reliable by providing multitype signal input and diverse signal range settings. It offers users a self-diagnostic design with a burnt-out detection function when problems with wire openings occur. These functionalities enable system reliability in environmental monitoring, power scada monitoring, and factory automation markets.

Advantech is represented locally by ProMicro.

For more information contact Elton Prytz, ProMicro, +27 (0) 11 706 7913, [email protected]

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