{"product_id":"prosoft-technology-mvi56e-sie-enhanced-communication-module","title":"ProSoft Technology MVI56E-SIE Enhanced Communication Module","description":"\u003ch2\u003eProSoft Technology MVI56E-SIE Enhanced Communication Module\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConfigured for Siemens S7 data exchange in an Ethernet environment, the \u003cstrong\u003eProSoft Technology MVI56E-SIE\u003c\/strong\u003e (\u003cstrong\u003eMVI56E-SIE\u003c\/strong\u003e Enhanced Communication Module) provides direct protocol communication between Allen-Bradley ControlLogix processors and Siemens industrial controllers using S7 Messaging over TCP\/IP.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHardware Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cfigure\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eParameter\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMVI56E-SIE\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProSoft Technology\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProduct Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEnhanced Communication Module\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePlatform\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAllen-Bradley ControlLogix, 1756 chassis-based\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1.00 lbs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOperating Temp\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0 deg C to 60 deg C\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStorage Temp\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\u003ePower Consumption\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e800 mA at 5 VDC; 3 mA at 24 VDC backplane load\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCommunication Protocol\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSiemens Industrial Ethernet Protocol, S7 Client and Server over TCP\/IP\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEthernet Port\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1 x 10\/100 Mbps RJ45\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEthernet Function\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAuto-crossover detection\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eConfiguration Interface\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMini-USB or Ethernet via ProSoft Configuration Builder\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eClient Connections\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUp to 20\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eServer Connections\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUp to 20\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInternal Memory Database\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUp to 10,000 16-bit registers\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSiemens Data Access\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eData Blocks (DB), Inputs (I), Outputs (Q), Flags\/Merkers (M)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSupported Siemens Controllers\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eS7-200, S7-300, S7-400, S7-1200, S7-1500\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSupported Siemens Communication Cards\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSiemens CP communication cards\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDiagnostics\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFront-panel 4-character scrolling LED display\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMounting Compatibility\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSingle-slot 1756 ControlLogix backplane compatible\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eConnector\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRJ45\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSiemens Industrial Ethernet Protocol Interface\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe MVI56E-SIE operates as either a Siemens S7 Client or Server over TCP\/IP Ethernet communication. It supports data exchange with Siemens S7-200, S7-300, S7-400, S7-1200, and S7-1500 controllers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe module provides access to Siemens Data Blocks, Inputs, Outputs, and Flags\/Merkers through its internal memory database. The database supports up to 10,000 16-bit registers for application data handling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Ethernet interface provides one 10\/100 Mbps RJ45 connection with automatic crossover detection. Client and Server operating modes each support up to 20 connections according to the supplied specifications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe module uses the ControlLogix 1756 backplane for processor-side data exchange. Its specified backplane current load is 800 mA at 5 VDC and 3 mA at 24 VDC.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQ: Can the MVI56E-SIE communicate with Siemens S7 controllers directly?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: Yes. The module supports Siemens S7 Client and Server communication over TCP\/IP with the listed Siemens controller families.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQ: What Ethernet interface is provided by the module?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: The module provides one 10\/100 Mbps RJ45 Ethernet port with automatic crossover detection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQ: How should the module be handled during installation or replacement?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: Follow the ControlLogix chassis installation procedure and verify power isolation before inserting or removing the module. The supplied data does not specify a hot-swap rating.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eField Installation Guidelines\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInstall the module in a compatible single-slot 1756 ControlLogix chassis according to the applicable chassis installation procedure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVerify the available backplane current capacity against the module load of 800 mA at 5 VDC and 3 mA at 24 VDC.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConnect the RJ45 Ethernet interface using industrial Ethernet cabling suitable for the installation environment. Separate communication cabling from high-voltage and high-current power conductors to reduce electromagnetic interference.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor shielded Ethernet installations, terminate cable shields according to the plant grounding architecture and applicable installation standards. Avoid creating unintended ground loops through multiple shield termination points.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBefore commissioning, verify the configured Siemens IP parameters, S7 communication role, connection assignments, and mapped database addresses.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse the front-panel scrolling LED display to check module status, network diagnostics, and reported error codes during startup and troubleshooting.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AMPHENOL","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43931781824602,"sku":"MVI56E-SIE","price":123.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0612\/4601\/3530\/files\/MVI56E-SIE2.jpg?v=1787908155","url":"https:\/\/www.plcmasters.com\/products\/prosoft-technology-mvi56e-sie-enhanced-communication-module","provider":"PLC Masters Ltd.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}