MC-11 Multi-communications Module

Features:

The multi communications module for the Series II Remote Terminal Unit provides additional ports in any RTU configuration. This module has up to three independent communications ports. Ports 2 and 3 may use optional plug-in option boards while port 1 is fixed as RS232C.

This module consumes power from the +5VDC bus on the backplane. It also requires to +12VDC. Up to five MC-10/11 modules can be installed in any I/O slot of a 4, 6 or 12 slot backplane. An RTU may have up to a total of 16 ports.

Overview

  • Multi Communication module for Series II RTUs
  • Provides an additional 3 ports for more connectivity
  • Port 1 RS232C, Ports 2 & 3 suitable for Communication option boards
  • Advanced Intel CPU, 25MHz
  • 1MB RAM

Order Information

  • MC-11-xx (Multi Communication Module c/w 1xRS232 port + 2 x option ports)

Note: xx denotes that the multi-communcation module can be delivered with up to 2 option boards preloaded at time of shipping. Please advise your Kingfisher dealer if you require any option boards preloaded.

Example: MC-11-DF
MC-11 fitted with Option D (Dial up modem) and Option F (Fibre Serial)

Datasheets

Product Specifications:
General
Processor Intel 80C386EX
Word Size 32 Bit internal data bus
16 Bit external data bus
Clock Speed 25MHz
BIOS
Y
FLASH RAM 1MB
Static CMOS RAM 1MB
RTC Y
WDT Y
Status Indication Y
Communication Ports 1-3 (1 fixed, 2 option ports)
Port 1 (RS232) 300 to 115200 Baud
Port 2 (Optional) Not fitted, RS232 only, RS232/RS485/RS422, PSTN, PLINE, Radio + more
Port 3 (Optional) Not fitted, RS232 only, RS232/R485/RS422, PSTN, PLINE, Radio + more
Configuration Software Toolbox
Diagnostics Software Y
Communications Protocol Kingfisher, Modbus RTU + many more
MC-10/11s per RTU 5
Internal Power Consumption 275mA from +5VDC bus on backplane
CM Bus Data Rate 83.3/250 KBit/s
   
Environmental
Operating Temperature -20°C to 70°C / -4°F to 158°F
Storage Temperature -40°C to 85°C / -40°F to 185°F
Operating Humidity 5 to 98% RH non-condensing
T-box

The module for the Kingfisher Plus+ Series Remote Terminal Unit provides additional ports in any RTU configuration.