Model 9112 Communication Bridge

The Model 9112 Communication Bridge is a user programmable device that allows different types of products to exchange data. Two serial communication ports provide both RS-232 and RS-485 hardware interfaces. Each port can be configured for compatibility with various devices including servo drives, programmable logic controllers, and instrumentation. Optional interface modules allow the 9112 to connect with devices that have specialized hardware interfaces.

Base Communication Bridige

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The operation of the 9112 is determined by the software configuration or project that has been downloaded into it. The 9112 is configured using ProjectMaker 9112 Windows based software. Project files are downloaded using the personal computers serial communication port and are internally stored in non-volatile flash memory.

Data Transfer Project
To create a Data Transfer project the project designer customizes the 9112 by selecting a configuration and generating transfer files. The configuration determines what devices will be connected to the 9112. The transfer files determine what data is passed between the connected devices.

A transfer file is a list of data transfers, each having a source and a destination. Each transfer file also has a trigger element which determines if and when the list of transfers is executed.

Screen Shot of Data Transfer Table Editor

The project designer creates a database for each connected device by filling in a table with label names and device addresses. The transfer file is constructed by using the computer mouse to drag and drop database labels into the file list. Each line in the list has a source and destination field. The first line in a list is a trigger which determines if and when the list of transfers is executed  A project may have up to 127 files each having up to 127 transfers lines.

Data Control Project
Like the Data Transfer Project, the Data Control Project can transfer values from one device to another, however, it goes far beyond that function. The Data Control Project has the ability to internally store data and perform advanced operations on data. The movement and manipulation of data is decision based using logic blocks that resembles ladder logic programming.

The internal architecture of the 9112 provides both retentive and non-retentive memory areas that can be used for data storage. The project designer allocates internal memory by creating a database in the same manner as the device database is created.

The instructions for a Data Control Project are defined within individual logic blocks that are created by the project designer. A logic block is an eight by eight matrix that allows logic elements to be placed using a drag and drop method. Up to 254 logic blocks are available.

Screen Shot of Logic Block Editor

Each element within a logic block has an associated parameter file which is accessed by double clicking the element. The project designer sets the parameters by dragging and dropping database labels or entering fixed values or text.

Port Mapping Project
A Port Mapping Project allows a master device to access data within a slave device when the master and slave protocols are not compatible. A Port Mapping Project is created by selecting a configuration and setting serial communication parameters. The project designer will refer to a mapping table within the help file system to determine the addressing required to access a variable in the slave device.

The current configurations allow an Allen-Bradley PanelView terminal to access parameters in an Allen-Bradley Ultra 100/200 or Ultra 3000 Servo Drive.

Software

   ProjectMaker 9112 Configuration Software

ProjectMaker 9112 software is a modular program. The Project Selection program is the base installation and carries common components used by the plug-in modules. The Project Selection Program must be installed prior to any module installations.

To download a software modules using Internet Explorer, right-click on the icon then choose Save Target As. To install the program on your computer, first unzip the file then start the .exe program from the windows RUN menu. Setup will install the program in the directory of your choice and create a link in the program manager. This program is designed to run under Windows 2000 and Windows XP.


ProjectMaker is used to download product firmware and project files you create into the 9112.
Here is a Quick Reference to help guide you through this process.
 

 

Notice: If you intend to connect to a device using a RS-485 half duplex (2-wire) protocol and your 9112 has a serial number prior to 50257 you will need to replace the firmware driver that is installed with the most recent version of ProjectMaker 9112. Click HERE to download the required driver and follow the instructions included.

Download Project Selection Program File name: 9112_PSP_V116.zip  3,647KB        --- Required ---

When unzipped the following file is produced:
Install_9112_ProjectSelector_V116.exe
Download Data Transfer Plugin File name: 9112_DTP_V117.zip  1,080KB

When unzipped the following file is produced:
Install_9112_DataTransfer_V117.exe
Download Data Control Plugin File name: 9112_DCP_V115.zip  1,354KB

When unzipped the following file is produced:
Install_9112_DataControl_V115.exe
Download Port Mapping Plugin File name: 9112_PMP_V103.zip  492KB

When unzipped the following file is produced:
Install_9112_PortMapping_V103.exe
Download Port Mapping Plugin File name: 9112__V105_DF1_Driver.zip

Use this driver when connecting to the MicroLogix 1100

Below are sample projects for Data Transfer and Data Control applications.
Download the desired projects to you computer then use the "Import a Project" function to pull the project into ProjectMaker 9112. Access the "Import a Project" function from the menu bar while the "Projects" list is displayed in either a Data Transfer or Data Control application.
Ultra 3000 to SLC DF1 Ternary Actuator to SLC DF1
  Robo Cylinder to SLC DF1 S7-200 to Ultra 3000
Ternary Actuator to SLC DF1 Robo Cylinder to SLC DF1
  S7-200 to Ternary Actuator  

ProjectMaker 9112 Version History

Please allow us to inform you of software upgrades by filling out a registration form.

Register ProjectMaker 9112
Download Archive Installation File name: 9112_Archive_May-30-2003.zip  5,178KB

This software is required if you are using the DH+ interface
and your 9112 Serial Number is prior to 50079


Computer Driver Test Utility
This utility program allows numeric and ASCII string data to be written to or read from a 9112 with a Computer Interface Driver.

Download Project Selection Program File name: 9112_CDU_V103.zip  229KB

When unzipped the following file is produced:
Install_9112_ComputerUtility_V103.exe


QXL9112 Data Collection Utility
This utility program allows a 9112 to transfer data from a Programmable Controller or other supported device directly into a Microsoft Excel spreadsheet. Download application note QAN_901A07_R0 to see how easy it is to transfer data from an Allen-Bradley SLC503 directly into Excel.
Download Project Selection Program File name: QXL9112_V100.zip  1,398KB

When unzipped the following file is produced:
Install_QXL9112_V100.exe

Communication Drivers:
The following communication Drivers are currently available:

Allen-Bradley, DF1 (Channel 0) Protocol for Micrologix, SLC500, & PLC-5
Allen-Bradley, DH485 Protocol for SLC500
Allen-Bradley, Data Highway Plus Protocol for PLC-5 & SLC504
Allen-Bradley, Ultra 100/200 Servo Drive
Allen-Bradley, Ultra 3000 Servo Drive
Allen-Bradley, PanelView to Ultra 100/200 Servo Drive
Allen-Bradley, PanelView to Ultra 3000 Servo Drive
GE Fanuc, Series 90, SNP Protocol
Modbus, RTU Master Protocol
ASCII Serial Input (Barcode Reader)
ASCII Serial Output (Printer)
Alpha Gear - Ternary Actuator
IAI Corporation - Robo Cylinder Actuator
SIEI - ARTDriveS Brushless Servodrive

The creation of new drivers is an ongoing effort. When a new driver is created it allows a device using that driver to share data with another device using any of the existing drivers.

Cables

   Communication Cables

The following communication cables are available from Quartech. To view the electrical schematic and mechanical diagram click on the cable number.

2136      9112 to Personal Computer. Download Cable
2116      9112 to Modicon Modbus, 9 pin port
2117      9112 to Modicon Modbus, 25 pin port
2118      9112 to 8517 Multiplexer, RS-232
2136      9112 to Allen-Bradley SLC500 DF1 (Channel 0)
2139      9112 to Allen-Bradley PLC-5 DF1 (Channel 0)
2145      9112 to Allen-Bradley SLC500, DH485
2147      9112 to Allen-Bradley MicroLogix cable 1761-CBL-PM02
2155      9112 to Robo Cylinder
2157      9112 to Allen-Bradley PLC-2
2150      9112 to GE Fanuc Series 90
2151      9112 to Modicon Micro PLC, Modbus
2161      9112 to Ultra Drive, RS-232
2162      9112 to Ultra Drive, RS-485
2167      9112 to 9109 (Ultra Drive, RS-485 Network)
2167      9112 to 9101 (Robo Cylinder, RS-485 Network)
2167      9112 to 9101 (ARTDriveS, RS-485 Network)
2168      9112 to Allen-Bradley PanelView (RS-232)
2170      9112 to Alpha Gear - Ternary Actuator
2171      9112 to SIEI - ARTDriveS Servodrive
2172      9101 to SIEI - ARTDriveS Servodrive
2173      9101 to Robo Cylinder
9101      Network Link Adapter

Manuals

   Product Manuals & Documentation

To download a document using Internet Explorer, right-click on the link then choose Save Target As.

PM9112C-Rev1.pdf Product Manual, Revision 1, for Data Control Projects

PM9112T-Rev2.pdf Product Manual, Revision 2, for Data Transfer Projects

QSL-901A00-R2.pdf Model 9112 Sales Literature

QAN-901A02-R0.zip PanelBuilder Application files that allow a PanelView 550 to access an Ultra Drive (100 or 3000) using a 9112 configured with a Port Mapping Project.

QAN-901A06-R1.pdf Connection diagram and parts list: 9112 Port 1 to Allen-Bradley DF1 port (RS-232), 9112 Port 2 to multiple Ultra Drives (RS-485).

QAN-901A31-R0.pdf Connection diagram and parts list: 9112 Port 1 to Allen-Bradley DF1 port (RS-232), 9112 Port 2 to single Ultra Drive (RS-232).

QAN-901A32-R0.pdf Connection diagram and parts list: 9112 Port 1 to Allen-Bradley DH485 (RS-485), 9112 Port 2 to multiple Ultra Drives (RS-485).

QAN-901A05-R0.pdf Connection Diagram, 9112 Port using DH485 networking to PanelView Terminal along with AB PLC. 9112 Port to multiple Ultra Drives (RS-485). PanelView can access Ultra Drives using address mapping.

QAN-901A09-R2.pdf Using a PLC to monitor the 9112 SystemFault register in a Data Transfer Project.

QAD-901A24-R0.zip 9112 product drawings in AutoCAD 2000 .DWG and .DXF format

QCT-901A25-R0.pdf Mounting template for 9112 Series


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