ProSoft Technology MVI56-DFCM - Manual (Page 56)

Diagnostics and Troubleshooting MVI56-DFCM ♦ ControlLogix Platform
User Manual DF1 Half/Full Duplex Master/Slave Serial Communication Module
Page 56 of 106 ProSoft Technology, Inc.
September 24, 2014
Important: When in analyzer mode, program execution will slow down. Only use this tool during a
troubleshooting session. Before disconnecting from the Config/Debug port, please press [S] to stop
the data analyzer, and then press [M] to return to the main menu. This action will allow the module
to resume its normal high speed operating mode.
Viewing Block Transfer Statistics
Press [B] from the Main menu to view the Block Transfer Statistics screen.
Use this command to display the configuration and statistics of the backplane
data transfer operations between the module and the processor. The information
on this screen can help determine if there are communication problems between
the processor and the module.
Tip: To determine the number of blocks transferred each second, mark the numbers displayed at a
specific time. Then some seconds later activate the command again. Subtract the previous
numbers from the current numbers and divide by the number of seconds passed between the two
readings.
Viewing Module Configuration
Press [C] to view the Module Configuration screen.
Use this command to display the current configuration and statistics for the
module.
Opening the Database View Menu
Press [D] to open the Database View menu.