ProSoft Technology MVI56-DFCM User Manual

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Diagnostics and Troubleshooting

MVI56-DFCM ♦ ControlLogix Platform

User Manual

DF1 Half/Full Duplex Master/Slave Serial Communication Module

Page 52 of 106

ProSoft Technology, Inc.

September 24, 2014

Correct any invalid data in the configuration for proper module operation. When
the configuration contains a valid parameter set, all the bits in the configuration
words will be clear. This does not indicate that the configuration is valid for the
user application. Make sure each parameter is set correctly for the specific
application.

If the APP, BP ACT and OK LEDs blink at a rate of every one-second, this
indicates a serious problem with the module. Call ProSoft Technology support to
arrange for repairs.

4.1.1 Clearing a Fault Condition

Typically, if the OK LED on the front of the module turns RED for more than ten
seconds, a hardware problem has been detected in the module or the program
has exited.

To clear the condition, follow these steps:

1 Turn off power to the rack.
2 Remove the card from the rack.
3 Verify that all jumpers are set correctly.
4 If the module requires a Compact Flash card, verify that the card is installed

correctly.

5 Re-insert the card in the rack and turn the power back on.
6 Verify correct configuration data is being transferred to the module from the

ControlLogix controller.

If the module's OK LED does not turn GREEN, verify that the module is inserted
completely into the rack. If this does not cure the problem, contact ProSoft
Technology Technical Support.

4.1.2 Troubleshooting

Use the following troubleshooting steps if you encounter problems when the
module is powered up. If these steps do not resolve your problem, please contact
ProSoft Technology Technical Support.

Processor Errors

Problem description

Steps to take

Processor fault

Verify that the module is securely plugged into the slot that has been
configured for the module in the I/O Configuration in RSLogix.
Verify that the slot location in the rack has been configured correctly in
the ladder logic.

Processor I/O LED
flashes

This indicates a problem with backplane communications. A problem
could exist between the processor and any installed I/O module, not just
the MVI56-DFCM. Verify that all modules in the rack are correctly
configured.

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