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Quantum

• Advanced

• Easy to use

• Flexible

• Proven

• Reliable

QuantumHigh performance architecture

Overview

The Quantum Auto-mation Series is theright solution for allof your control needswith a full range of highperformance, compat-ible automation con-troller products.Because it provides ascaleable, modulararchitecture, a control-ler can be configuredto meet the highestperformance applica-tion requirements froma single rack systemto a plant-wide architec-ture.

For even greaterflexibility and cost-ef-fectiveness, Quantumis software and net-work compatible withthe Compact andMomentum lines ofcontrollers.

Quantum is the oneplatform that meetsall of your industrialcontrol needs

• Quantum is easyto configure andmaintain

• Quantum offersflexible choices ofarchitectures andmodules

• With thousands ofinstallations aroundthe world, Quantumis field proven forhundreds of applica-tion types

• Quantum is thereliable choice tohandle even yourmost demandingapplication

• Quantum featureshigh performancecontrollers, advancedIEC programmingand open connectiv-ity over a variety ofnetworks

Built and backedby the creator ofthe PLC

Quantum continues theModicon heritage,creator of the first PLC,controlling the world’sprocesses for almost30 years.

Resources fromaround the corner toaround the worldassure 24 x 7customer-dedicatedsupport in every phaseof design, installation,and ownership ofa Quantum controlsystem.

Commitment tolong-term support

Quantum is proof ofSchneider Automation’sserious commitment tolong-term support witheasy integration ofboth Modicon 984/584and Sy/Max controllersystems.

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140CPU11302 140CPU11303 140CPU43412A1 140CPU53414A2

Processor/ 186 / 186 / 486 DX / 5x86 /Clock Speed 20 MHz 20 MHz 80 MHz 133 MHz

MemoryFlash / SRAM 256K / 256K 256K / 512K 1M / 2M 1M / 4M

Registers 9,999 9,999 57K 57K

Discretes 8,192 8,192 65,535 65,535

MaximumIEC 61131-3 109K 368K 896K 2.5MProgram Memory

Maximum 984Ladder Logic 8K 16K 64K 64K

984 LadderLogic solve time 0.3-1.4mS/K 0.3-1.4mS/K 0.1-0.5mS/K 0.09-0.45mS/K

Modbus PlusPort Yes Yes Yes Yes

Modbus Ports 1 1 2 2

OptionModules 2 2 6 6Supported

1. Upgrade choice for 140CPU21304 controller

2. Upgrade choice for 140CPU42402 controller

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QuantumAdvanced QuantumControllersThere’s a Quantum CPUfor every application

Range of QuantumControllers

Quantum offers fourpowerful, single slotCPUs that cover a widerange of applications,Controllers are com-monly selected basedupon applicationrequirements for:

• I/O capacity

• Programmingmemory

• System performance

• Communications

High performance Inteland AMD processorsmake Quantum con-trollers excellent fordemanding discreteand process controlapplications.

Every Quantumcontroller featuresindustry standardModbus and highperformance ModbusPlus communicationsports.

Quantum controllerssupport additional op-tion module interfacesto add additionalModbus, Modbus Plus,TCP/IP Ethernet, andvarious other networks.

Standard featuresin every QuantumCPU

• Battery-backedSRAM to hold appli-cation programs anddata upon controllerpower loss

• Memory Protectswitch protects theapplication programfrom inadvertentchanges whileoperating

• Non-volatile Flashmemory supportsthe controller’sExecutive firmware,enabling you toperform field-up-grades by simplydownloading a fileover a Modbus orModbus Plus portrather than changinga memory cartridge

• Text-based LEDstatus indicatorssimplify trouble-shooting by showinghealth activity ofthe CPU and itscommunicationsports

Powerful new 486and 586 CPUfeatures

• Math Coprocessorhardware supportmeans higher perfor-mance and accuracyfor process algo-rithms and mathcalculations

• Combined executivefor both 984 LadderLogic and IEC 61131-3languages simplifiesconfiguration

• IEC 61131-3 lan-guage performanceis optimized with a32 bit runtime andcache memorysupport

• IEC 61131-3 pro-gramming languagesupport for highavailability HotStandby systems

• Keyswitch to locallystart, stop andmemory protectthe CPU

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Quantum lets youchoose the bestlanguage for the job:

• IEC 61131-3

–Sequentialfunction chart

–Function blockdiagram

–Ladder Logic

–Structured text

–Instruction list

• 984 Ladder Logic

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QuantumFlexible ControlLanguage ChoicesIEC 61131-3 or 984 Ladder Logic

Advanced IEC 61131-3Languages, theproductivity choiceof control systemdesign engineers

Quantum is compliantwith all 5 languagesof the internationalIEC 61131-3 languagestandard. This combi-nation of IEC languagescreates a versatile pro-gramming environmentwhich is incredibly pro-ductive. Quantum IECprograms are designedfrom the outset in awell documented,structured mannerwith the source coderesiding together withthe programmingPC for secure archiving.

Quantum’s 5 IEC61131-3 languages are:

• Sequential FunctionChart: provides over-all structure andcoordination forbatch orientedprocess or machinecontrol applications

• Function BlockDiagram: particularlywell suited forprocess controlapplications

• Ladder Diagram:excellent for discretecontrol and interlock-ing logic

• Structured Text:higher level lan-guage which is aterrific solution forcomplex algorithmsand data manipula-tion

• Instruction List: lowlevel language foroptimized codeperformance

Proven 984 LadderLogic, the choice ofplant personnel

This time tested lan-guage has beenoptimized for discretecontrol applications.It is a high perfor-mance, low levellanguage whoseapplication sourcecode resides in thecontroller.

A full set of over 80instructions areincluded with everyQuantum CPU. The984 instruction setensures compatibilityand easy integrationpaths for installedModicon applications.In addition, severalenhancements havebeen made to theinstruction set, includ-ing:

• Immediate I/O andInterrupt servicingto enhance systemperformance

• Equation editorfor easier mathcapabilities

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QuantumFlexible ProgrammingSoftware ChoicesConcept or Modsoft

Award winningConcept™programmingsoftware

Concept is anadvanced MicrosoftWindows based pro-gramming tool setwhich provides a singlemulti-language devel-opment environmentfor control systemprogramming. Usingfamiliar, standardizededitors bundled in asingle application,users can create andintegrate Quantumcontrol, communicationand diagnostic logic.

Concept provides theprogrammer with theability to create stan-dard libraries of De-rived Function Blocks,or DFBs, which can becalled again and againfrom within an applica-tion program. TheseDFBs can be written inLadder Diagram,Function Block Dia-gram, Structured Textor Instruction Listlanguages. If a particu-lar algorithm or stan-dard piece of controllogic, like a motorstarter circuit, needs tobe changed the pro-grammer makes thechange once.

Concept featuresinclude:

• Easy-to-use inter-faces, re-usableprograms, powerfulsearch functions,industry leadingfree-form graphicseditors, and on-linehelp that simplifiesprogramming,documenting andmaintaining yourQuantum system.

• Powerful searchfunctions that allowyou to search forvariables, discovererrors, and identifyunused variables.

• For the most de-manding algorithmsand applications,Concept supportsthe creation ofElementary FunctionBlocks, or EFBs inC language applica-tion program.

• Concept also sup-ports 984 LadderLogic and includesa program converterthat makes it easy toimport a Modsoftprogram.

• Concept’s 984 Lad-der Logic editorsupports Modsoftcompatible QuickKeys for easyinsertion of ladderlogic instructions.

Modsoft® providesa compatible pathforward

Modsoft is a MicrosoftDOS based program-ming package thatmakes 984 LadderLogic programmingquick and easy.

Modsoft featuresinclude:

• Off-line programdevelopment

• On-line programmaintenance

• I/O module configu-ration with I/O MapZoom

• I/O module specifica-tions and wiringdiagrams

• Function Blockconfiguration withDX Zoom

• I/O module healthand status monitoring

• Quick key support foreasy insertion of lad-der logic instructions

• Pop-down menusystem remembersthe last operationperformed whichminimizes keystrokes

• Tracking help consis-tently provides anexplanation of theselected Menu baroption

Concept Modsoft

IEC 61131-3 Languages Yes No

• Sequential function chart

• Function block diagram

• Structured text

• Instruction list

• Ladder logic

984 Ladder Logic Yes YesLanguage

Programming over Yes Yes

• TCP/IP Ethernet

• Modbus Plus

• Modbus

Operating system Windows DOS

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Discrete input characteristics

No. of points 16 grouped 16 isolated 24 grouped 32 grouped 96 grouped

Input voltage/ 115 Vac 24/48/115/230 Vac 125 Vdc 24/48/115/230 Vac 24 Vdccurrent 10-60 Vdc 24 Vdc 5/10 - 60 Vdc

Discrete output characteristics

No. of channels 8 isolated 12 grouped 16 isolated 16 grouped 32 grouped 32 verified 96

grouped grouped

Output voltage Relay 24-125 24-230 Vac/4A 115-230 Vac/4A 24-230 Vac/0.5A 10 - 30 Vdc 24 Vdc / current NO/NC/ 5A Vdc/0.5A Relay NO / 2A 24-48 Vac/ 4A 5 Vdc/0.5A

10-60 Vdc/ 2A 24 Vdc/0.5A

Analog input characteristics

No. of points 8

Input signals 4-20 mA, 1-5V / 12 bit, 30V Ch-Ch

0-20 mA, +/-20 mA, 0-10V,+/-10V, 0-5V, +/-5V, 1-5V, 4-20 mA / 16 bit, 200V Ch-Ch

Thermocouple Type: B,E,J,K,R,S,T,mV / 16 bitRTD (2,3,or 4 wire) PT, NI / 12 bit plus sign

Analog output characteristics

No. of channels 4

Output signals 4-20 mA / 12 bit, 500V Ch-Ch0-10V, +/-10V, 0-5V, +/-5V / 12 bit, 500V Ch-Ch

Combination I/O characteristics

Inputs Outputs

Discrete 16 115 Vac 8 115 Vac / 4A

16 24 Vdc 8 24 Vdc / 0.5A

4 125 Vdc 4 125 Vdc / 4A, fast trip

Analog 4 0-20 mA, +/-20 mA, 0-10V, 2 4-20 mA / 12 bit, 500V Ch-Ch

+/-10V, 0-5V, +/-5V, 1-5V,4-20 mA / 16 bit, 200V Ch-Ch

Quantum I/O Characteristics

Intrinsically Safe I/O CharacteristicsDiscrete input characteristics

No. of points 8 intrinsically safe grouped

Input voltage/ current Supplied by module – 2.1mA

Discrete output characteristics

No. of points 8 intrinsically safe grouped

Output voltage/current Supplied by module – 24VDC

Analog input characteristics

No. of points 8 intrinsically safeInput signals 4-20mA/ 12 bit

4-20mA, 0-20mA, 0-25mA/ 14 bitThermocouple type: B,E,J,K,R,S,T, mV/ 16 bit

RTD (2,3, or 4 wire) PT, NI / 12 bit plus sign

Analog output characteristics

No. of points 8 intrinsically safe

Output signals 4-20mA/ 12 bit4-20mA, 0-20mA, 0-25mA/ 14 bit

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QuantumFlexible Quantum I/OMakes the most demanding jobs easy

Wide selection

The Quantum Auto-mation Series supportsa full range of highperformance I/Omodules designed tointerface with a widevariety of field devices.

Proven to meetinternationallyrecognizedstandards

Quantum modulesare designed to meetinternational standardssuch as UL, CSA, CEand VDE. In addition,Quantum is approvedby Factory Mutual foruse in Class 1, Division2 Groups A-D, equiva-lent to IEC standardsEx ia and EX ib Zone 2Groups llA-C.

Quantum is certifiedto meet the followingEuropean Communitydirectives: 73/23/EECLVD (Low VoltageDirective) and 89/336/EEC EMC (Electromag-netic Compatability).

Easy to trouble-shoot and configure

All Quantum I/O mod-ules are addressedand “mapped” withConcept or Modsoftsoftware, allowing anymodule to be installedin any slot regardlessof module type. Allconfiguration param-eters for each I/Omodule are alsoincluded in the I/O Mapconfiguration screen.This eliminates theneed for manual setupswitches or specialladder logic to config-ure and read modules.

Once configured, soft-ware in the system candetect if a module ismissing or broken andflag it within the con-troller. LED’s on eachmodule also aid introubleshooting.Optional mechanicalkeying between themodule and terminalstrip ensures that fieldwiring and modulesare correctly matched.

Software config-uration makesQuantum AnalogI/O flexible

It’s easy to configurea Quantum Thermo-couple card, or anyother analog I/Omodule. Simply enterthe module in the I/OMap, and zoom intoits module parameterscreen to select:

• Desired moduletemperature resolu-tion, 1 or 1/10 of adegree

• Degrees C or F

• Onboard tempera-ture compensationor external

• Thermocouple typeby channel

CableFast makeswiring fast andeasy

CableFast is an inno-vative, pre-engineeredcable and terminalblock solution thatreplaces independentlywired marshallingblocks and I/O connec-tors with quick connec-tions at all ends.

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Special purpose module characteristics

Substation 24 point 125 Vdc inputAutomation 12 point 24-125 Vdc, Output/0.5A

4 point Fast Trip 125 Vdc, Combination I/O/4A

Sequence of event recorder module (ModConnect)

GPS module (ModConnect)

MMS Ethernet communications (ModConnect)

Latch/Interrupt 16 24 VDC Channels

High speed 2 Channels with two 24 Vdc outputs each, up to 500kHzcounters 5 Channels with eight 24 Vdc inputs and eight 24 Vdc

outputs, up to 100kHz

ASCII 2 RS-232 ports, up to 19.2 kbaud

Motion Single axis, encoder feedback

Single axis, resolver and encoder feedback

Multi-axis, SERCOS interface

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QuantumAdvanced Quantum I/OSpecial purpose modulesenhance system performance

Substation I/Omodules for direct125 Vdc control

Quantum I/O modulesare available for directconnection to critical125 Vdc batterypowered equipmentsuch as circuit break-ers, protective relays,transformersandcapacitor banks.

• Built-in high tran-sient noise immunityensures reliableoperation in harsh125 Vdc environ-ments.

• The 125 Vdc 30Ahigh current outputmodule eliminatesexpensive high cur-rent interposing re-lays used in breakertripping and closure.

• The solid-state125 Vdc low currentoutput moduleensures long lifeand trouble-freeoperation in higherfrequency 125 Vdcswitching environ-ments without theuse of expensiveexternal snubbingcircuitry.

• Over-current/ shortcircuit diagnosticsand protection onall solid state

125 Vdc outputsreduce downtimeby ensuring quickidentification ofcircuit problemsand fast repair.

Latch/Interruptmodule for timecritical applications

The Quantum Latch/Interrupt module isa multi-purpose highspeed input, latch,and interrupt modulecombined, which isconfigurable throughprogramming software.Interrupt handlinginstructions are partof the 984 LadderLogic instruction set.Quantum throughputperformance for 2interrupts is typically1ms.

High speedcounters don’t missa pulse

Quantum high speedcounter modules havethe ability to countpulses at speeds muchfaster than the Quantumcontroller can directlydo by itself. Thesemodules automaticallyreport the currentcount to the Quantumcontroller every scan.

Simple ASCIIexchanges

The Quantum ASCIImodule is a generalpurpose ASCII inter-face that provides theability to communicateand exchange datawith devices includingprinters, bar codereaders and scanners,weigh scales, andmeters. This module isdesigned for relativelysimple point to pointASCII communica-tions, with ASCII mes-sages stored insidethe module triggeredby logic within theQuantum controller.

Quantum integratedmotion solutions

Modicon motion prod-ucts offer the flexibilityonly digital servos canprovide. In addition,Modicon motion prod-ucts are integratedwith Modicon control-lers, for fast andsimple communica-tion, setup, andoperation. Becausethe Modicon line ofmotion control prod-ucts includes control-lers, drives, motors,and accessories, iteliminates the risk ofincompatibility.

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Quantum alsosupports MomentumI/O family on:

• Modbus Plus

• Interbus

• TCP/IP Ethernet

• ProfiBus DP

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QuantumFlexible QuantumArchitecturesBackplanes, power supplies and Local I/O

Quantum has thearchitecture thatmeets your needs

Whether your require-ments are for improvedspace utilization,reduced installationcosts, high perfor-mance, or connectivityto HMIs and host com-puters, Quantum hasan I/O architecture thatfits. Combining thesedifferent I/O architec-tures with Quantum’swide range of commu-nication options, anoptimal control systemcan be configured andinstalled to meet themost challengingcontrol requirements.Quantum has thecapacity to expandwhenever you need it.

Quantum I/O can beused in three majorarchitectures tomeet control systemrequirements:

• Local I/O

• Remote I/O

• Distributed I/O

Quantum back-planes and powersupplies fit whereyou need them

Quantum backplanesuse a common strat-egy so every slot inevery backplane iselectrically identical,with no slotdependencies. Alladdressing is done viasoftware, making mod-ule replacement plugand play. Backplanemodels are available in2, 3, 4, 6, 10, and 16slot versions. For re-duction of spare parts,the same back- planesare used in Local, Re-mote, and DistributedQuantum I/O racks.

Providing power to theQuantum backplaneand protection to thesystem from noise andswings in nominal volt-ages, Quantum powersupplies ensure thesystem will operate intypical electrical plantenvironments. In theevent of unforeseenelectrical problems,they protect the systemby initiating a safe andorderly shutdown.

Quantum Local I/O,from simple singlerack solutions tounlimitedpossibilities

Need a few I/O pointsin a central location?Take a backplane, putin a power supply andCPU, add up to 14 I/Omodules and you havea single rack controllerwith up to 2048discrete Local I/O.

Need high speeddiscrete performancethat only interrupts canprovide? Local I/Oprovides interrupt andimmediate I/O servicesto increase machineproductivity.

Need to communicateto HMIs or host sys-tems? Use the built-inModbus and/or theModbus port on theQuantum CPU.

Need more QuantumI/O than you can fit intothe Local rack? Ex-pand to Distributed I/Ofrom the controller’sModbus Port, or add aRemote I/O head endmodule.

Need more communi-cations capability?Local I/O also providesservices for additionalcommunicationsmodules.

Quantum power supply characteristics

3A Standalone 8A Summable 8A Redundant

24 Vdc1 24 Vdc 24 Vdc125 Vdc 48/60 Vdc 48/60 Vdc115/230 Vdc1 115/230 Vac 125 Vdc

115/230 Vac

1. Also available integrated into a single modulewith the Quantum DIO drop adapter.

Modbus Plus

TCP/IP Ethernet

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Local I/O Remote I/O Distributed I/O

Maximum I/O words per drop 64 in / 64 out 64 in / 64 out 30 in / 32 out

Maximum discretes per drop 1024 in/1024 out 1024 in/1024 out 288 in/ 288 out

Maximum analogs per drop 56 in / 28 out 56 in / 28 out 24 in / 32 out

Typical backplanes 6, 10 slots 10, 16 slots 2, 3, 4 slots

Modbus Plus

QuantumRemote I/O

Remote I/O

Remote I/O

Remote I/O

QuantumDistributed I/O

onModbus Plus

DIO

DIO

Momentum I/O

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QuantumFlexible QuantumArchitecturesRemote and Distributed I/O

Field provenQuantum RemoteI/O delivers highperformanceservicing of largeI/O drops

Quantum provides theRemote I/O (RIO)architecture solution forapplications requiringlarge I/O count,remotely mounted I/O,large amounts of I/Operformance, or con-nectivity to existingModicon and Sy/MaxI/O installations.

Quantum Remote I/Ois serviced synchro-nous to the scan of theCPU. This ensuresfast deterministic con-trol of the process fromthe CPU’s applicationprogram, and makesthe Quantum HotStandby System’sbumpless transferpossible, and providesthe safest possible op-erating mode of anycontroller on the market.

When combined with984 Ladder Logic theSegment Schedulercomplements the highperformance of thenetwork by providingparallel processing ofI/O servicing and logicsolving to provide thehighest possible systemthroughput.

Based on the S908Remote I/O technologyof the Modicon 984Family, this networkis compatible withexisting installations ofModicon I/O includingthe 800, 500, 200 Se-ries, and Square DSy/Max I/O.

Flexible DistributedI/O provides costeffective servicingof small I/O drops

For applications thatrequire small dropsdistributed over manylocations, Quantumprovides the Distrib-uted I/O (DIO) archi-tecture.

Since each QuantumCPU comes standardwith a Modbus Plusport, you don’t have topurchase a separateI/O head end. Costeffective DIO dropadapters with integralpower supplies saveyou even more money.Quantum combinationdiscrete and analog I/Omodules save addi-tional space, cost andmoney, all withoutsacrificing performance

Since Distributed I/Ouses the same networktechnology as ModbusPlus, it can coexist onthis flexible controlnetwork with program-mers, MAGELiS HMIdevices and Altivar 66variable speed drivesreducing the numberof communicationnetworks required fora system.

Momentum I/O furtherreduces the installedcost of I/O by combin-ing an I/O module, fieldwiring terminal andModbus Plus interfaceinto a module only twoinches deep, allowinga custom fit right nextto the control point.

Remote I/O Distributed I/O

Media Coax Twisted pair

Maximum distance 15,000 ft. 1,500 ft.without repeaters (572 m) (457 m)

Speed 1.5MHz 1MHz

Scan synchedI/O servicing Yes No

Hot Standby Support Yes No

Momentum I/O support No Yes

Modbus Plus compatible No Yes

Max Drops per network 31 63

Max I/O words per 1,984 in 500 innetwork 1,984 out 500 out

Max discretes per 31,744 in 8,000 innetwork 31,744 out 8,000 out

Max analogs per 1,984 in 500 innetwork 1,984 out 500 out

Networks per controller 1 3

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Combine theversatility ofModbus with theperformanceof Modbus Plusto create simplesolutions to other-wise complexproblems.

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Bridge/Plus Bridge/Plus

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Modbus Plus Network #3

Personal Computer

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Grafiti

Magelis

Modbus PowerLogicPower Meter

Altivar66 VFD

Industry Standard Modbusand Modbus PlusProven networks take the riskout of communications

Modbus Modbus Plus

Technique Slaves polled Peer to peer,by a Master token rotation

Speed 19.2K 1Mtypical

Electrical RS-232, RS-485Various others

Distance without RS-232 1,500 ft.repeater 50 ft. (15m) (457m)

Media Various Twisted pair,Fiber optics

Max nodes/ 247 64network

Max network 300 Reg/sec 20,000traffic @ 9.6Kb Reg/sec

Programming Yes Yes

Read/write data Yes Yes

Global data No Yes

Peer Cop No Yes

Modbus andModbus Plus arestandard on everyQuantum CPU

Every Quantum CPUcomes equipped witha Modbus Plus portand at least oneModbus port. Thepowerful combinationof these two nativecommunication net-works provide low cost,high performance solu-tions for the majority ofindustrial applications.

Need more ports?It’s easy, just add aModbus Plus/ModbusNOM network optionmodule.

Modbus is the defacto standard foreasy, cost-effectivenetworking

Modbus is perfect forRTU, telemetry or pointto point applications.On-line programmingor data acquisitionapplications are costeffective and can besupported directly fromthe serial port of anycomputer.

Combine the Quan-tum and Compact withthe XMIT 984 LadderLogic loadable instruc-tion for powerful RTUarchitectures.

Modbus Plus is thelow cost, multi-purpose controlnetworking solution

Modicon Modbus Pluscombines high speed,peer-to-peer communi-cation and easy instal-lation to simplify appli-cations and reduceinstallation costs.Typical applicationsinclude:

• Control networkingand interlocking

• Data acquisition

• On-line remoteprogramming

• Program upload/download

• Connections tooperator interfaces

Modbus Plusfeatures

• Token passingnetwork ensurespredictable anddeterministicperformance.

• Global databasemakes it easy tobroadcast data to allnetwork nodes.

• Peer Cop ensuressecure point to pointcommunicationswithout programming.

• Standard diagnosticprograms and diag-nostic LEDs on allnetwork nodes maketroubleshooting yournetwork easy.

• Bridges allow sepa-rate Modbus Plusnetworks to connecttogether, enablingvirtually unlimitednode count.

• Fiber optic repeatersand modules allownetwork distanceup to 45,000 feet(13.7km) – whiletwisted pair repeatersallow distances of upto 6,000 feet (1.8km).

It’s easy to bridgebetween Modbusand Modbus Plus

Since Modbus Plus isbased upon theModbus protocol,bridging communica-tions between thesetwo networks is easy.Quantum CPUs andModbus Plus NOMnetwork option mod-ules include a built-inbridge which redirectsModbus messagesonto the Modbus Plusnetwork for simpleconnectivity. Stand-alone Modbus toModbus Plus Bridge/Multiplexers are alsoavailable.

Reliability features

• Hot swapping of modules

• Configurable outputfailure states

• Read-only network access

• Redundant power supplies

• Dual network cabling

• Conformal coating

• Fiber optics

The solution to yourreliability requirements

How reliable doesyour system needto be?

Schneider Automationknows how critical theoperation of yourprocess is to yourcompany’s bottom line.Every Quantum con-troller is designed andtested with an attentionto detail unequaled inthe industry, but wedon’t stop there.

Quantum offers arange of options tomaximize the availabil-ity of your system todo its job, control yourprocess. From thesimple addition of aredundant power sup-ply where you want alittle more peace ofmind to the incrediblesecurity of the QuantumHot Standby System,Quantum has youcovered.

Reliability featuresstandard in everyQuantum system

• Quantum I/O mod-ules may be “HotSwapped“ underpower while not dis-turbing other operat-ing elements of thecontrol system.

• In the event of acommunication fail-ure, all discrete andanalog I/O moduleoutputs can be con-figured to one ofthree failure states:All Outputs Off, HoldLast Value, or GoTo Predefined State.This flexibility en-sures that the sys-tem will behaveas intended even ifcommunicationsare interrupted.

• Quantum datamemory may besplit into separateread/write andread only areas toeliminate the possi-bility of corruptingmemory reserved forinternal operationsover a network con-nection.

• Both Concept andModsoft supportpasswords to restrictprogrammer accessto the appropriatelevel.

Reliability featuresthat are easy to addas required

• Redundant Quantumpower supplies keepyour system up andrunning upon theloss of a singlepower supply module.

• Dual cabling optionsfor both Remote I/Oand Modbus Plusprotects the systemfrom single cablebreaks or damagedconnectors.

• Fiber optic repeatersare available for bothRemote I/O andModbus Plus to in-crease distancesbetween nodes or tomaximize networknoise immunity.

• Fiber optic repeatersand the fiber opticModbus Plus net-work option modulecan be connectedinto self-healing ringsfor reliable communi-cations over greatdistances.

• Conformal coatingmay be specified onthe majority of Quan-tum modules, extend-ing the life and main-taining the integrityof the control systemin harsh environments.

Fiber Optic Modbus Plus network in self healing ring

Fiber OpticRepeater

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FiberOpticCHSLink

Cable A

Cable B

StandbyController

PrimaryController

Remote I/O

Remote I/O

Dual cableRemote I/O Network

Network A

Network B

Personal Computer

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QuantumReliable QuantumHot StandbyThe ultimate in highavailability control

Quantum HotStandby, theultimate highavailability controlsystem

If your applicationrequires fault toleranceand high availability,consider Quantum’sredundant controlleroption. Simple toconfigure and easy toinstall, the hot standbysystem providesbumpless standby con-trol in case of a com-ponent failure or powersource interruption.

Two identically config-ured Quantum sys-tems communicatewith each other via thehot standby option pro-cessor located in eachQuantum system. Oneof the controllers in theconfiguration acts asthe primary, while theother is in standbymode, ready to takeownership of the S908Remote I/O link uponany failure of theprimary system.

The scans of the pri-mary and standbycontrollers operate in aa synchronous mannerallowing a controlledtransfer for the highestpossible controlsystem integrity.

Key benefits of theQuantum HotStandby system

• Redundant proces-sors that reducesystem downtime incritical applications

• High speed back-plane and fiber opticcommunicationsminimize scanimpact, improvesecurity, and providefast response time

• Verification of userlogic integrityensures a secureand reliable process

• User program down-load feature allowseasy system mainte-nance in the event ofa controller failure

• Primary I/O statetable transfers to thestandby controllerevery scan providingup-to-date systemstatus and highersystem integrity

• Automatic addressswapping of Modbusand Modbus Plusports allows trans-parent host commu-nications without therequirement ofspecial drivers

Concept IEClanguage program-ming, a new erain high availabilitycontrol

Excited by the prospectof combining QuantumHot Standby with Con-cept IEC programming?Now you can.

• Use all 5 ConceptIEC 61131-3 lan-guages, includingthe process orientedFunction BlockDiagram

• Make on-linechanges to the Pri-mary controllerwhile the processcontinues to run

• Requires use of thepowerful new 486and 586 controllersand Concept V2.1

Maximumoperationalflexibility with 984Ladder Logic

Can’t afford a singleminute of down-time?984 Ladder Logicoffers:

• The ability to upgradecontroller executiveswithout stopping theprocess

• Logic mismatchfeature keeps theStandby on-line whilemaking changes tothe Primary

• Supported on allQuantum controllers

Quantum brings thepower of the internetto your plant floor.

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Quantum TCP/IP NetworkingConnect your plant to the information age

The Quantum NOEmodules plug andplay right into yourexisting Ethernetnetwork

Quantum NOE mod-ules come pre-loadedwith a TCP/IP stackand Modbus protocolapplication support inuser upgradeableFlash memory. Sincethe NOE moduleshave their own pro-cessor there isnegligible impact onthe Quantum control-ler scan, the resultis high speed deter-ministic control withtruly open communi-cations.

Advanced net-working that youalready know howto use

Ethernet is well sup-ported world-wide,with a wide variety ofthird party productsand services.

TCP/IP is the de factostandard protocol overEthernet and is the un-derlying protocol of theongoing Internet tech-nology revolution.

The simplicity andflexibility of Modbushave made it the defacto industrial net-working protocol withwidespread third partysupport.

New Modbus Plusto TCP/IP Ethernetbridge

Combine Modbus Plusand TCP/IP Ethernettogether for determinis-tic control with unlim-ited accessibility. Nowthere’s an easy way toconnect the QuantumHot Standby Systemto TCP/IP Ethernet.

New TCP/IPMomentum I/O

Now you can havereal time I/O commu-nications with perfor-mance comparable toproprietary fieldbuses,with the wide selec-tion of support toolsoffered by TCP/IP.The Quantum NOEmodule servicesMomentum I/Omodules, providingthe ability to commu-nicate with bothfactory floor devicesand MES informationon the same network.

Turn your plantEthernet networkinto a Quantumenabled controlIntranet!

Now one networksystem:

• Performs Peer toPeer communica-tions between con-trollers

• Programs yourQuantum controller

• Enables standardPC servers to beused for simple,centralized programarchiving

• Integrates communi-cations betweencontrollers andHost systems

• Let’s you communi-cate to your control-lers over your Plant’sIntraNet, your corpo-rate WAN, or eventhe Internet

• Allows the use of astandard PC Webbrowser to obtainsystem status anddiagnostic information

• All this over a mediathat can be sup-ported by either theControl or IT/MISdepartment, or both

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QuantumQuantum is readyto connect whenand how youneed it to

For open, standards-based networking andfieldbus connectivity,the Quantum Automa-tion Series systemprovides multiplesolutions:

• InterBus

• LonWorks®

• SERCOS

• MMS Ethernet

• Profibus DP

Every Quantum net-working option uses anopen standard, andoffers a vast array ofchoices, connectivityand flexibility thatprovide levels of plantintegration unsur-passed in the industry.You can use combina-tions of these networksto provide simple,high performancecommunication archi-tectures which meetthe tightly integratedneeds of computer andcontroller connectivity.

InterBus

The Quantum InterBusmaster module isdesigned to interfaceto Momentum I/OInterBus slaves as wellas third party devicesfrom over 300 indus-trial vendors. InterBuscompatibility assuresopen, cost effectiveand wide rangeconnectivity.

LonWorks ®

The QuantumLonWorks® moduleprovides smooth inte-gration between appli-cations which demandhigh speed and deter-minism, commonlyfound in processcontrol where Quan-tum excels, andapplications whichare less time sensitive,such as buildingautomation whereLonWorks® is anexcellent choice.

SERCOS

The Quantum SERCOSmodule can tightly co-ordinate up to 16 axesof high performanceservo motors over aSERCOS network.Tight integration toQuantum controllersprovides the industry’sfirst real-time systemwith synchronizationbetween the sequentialand motion logicsystems of a multi-axissystem.

MMS Ethernet

The Quantum MMSEthernet module is aresult of a joint devel-opment betweenSchneider Automationand its ModConnectPartner Cycle Soft-ware. The 10baseTand 10baseFL hard-ware modules aremanufactured andsupported by SchneiderAutomation. The mod-ules are shipped with-out Cycle Software’sLiveData Quantumserver software stack,which must bepurchased directlyfrom Cycle Softwarewho is responsible forall software support.

Quantum OpenCommunicationsAdvanced connectivity

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The SchneiderAlliances Partnerslisted on the oppositepage have developedQuantum moduleswhich enhance therange of applicationsthe Quantum controlsystem can perform.For additionalpartners who supportModbus Plus andother technologies,go to the SchneiderAlliances website,the SchneiderAutomation website,or contact your localsales office.

www.schneideralliances.com

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QuantumSchneider AlliancesPartnersAdvanced, complementary solutions

Seriplex Master

Niobrara Research& DevelopmentJoplin, MO USATel: (417)624-8918www.niobrara.com

This module allows aQuantum controller tointeract with I/O pointsand devices via theSeriplex Sensor/Ac-tuator bus. Seriplex isan efficient, inexpen-sive, deterministic businterconnecting up to255 I/O points or 24016–bit words, using afour wire cable.

MMS EthernetStack

Cycle SoftwareWaltham, MA USATel: (617)770-9594www.livedata.com

Provides MMSEthernet protocol stackfor Quantum MMSEthernet module. Alsoprovides MMS basedsystems and services.

Spread spectrumand wirelessmodems

Data-Linc GroupRedmond, WA USATel: (206)882-2206www.data-linc.com

Wireless modems in aQuantum module formfactor.

GPS and Sequenceof Events RecorderModules

MonaghanEngineering, Inc.Houston, TX USATel; (281)859-5205www.monaghan-engineering.com

Manufactures GPSinterface module fortime and position infor-mation directly intoQuantum controllers.Also manufacturestime stamped SER 32point 24 Vdc and 125Vdc discrete inputmodules.

Hydraulic ServoControl Module

Delta ComputerSystemsVancouver, WA USATel: (360)254-8688www.deltacompsys.com

Two and four axishydraulic servo mod-ules used in injectionmolding, lumber, andpress applications.

Stepper Motor andResolver FeedbackModules

Integrated IndustrialTechnologiesPittsburgh, PA USATel: (412)828-1200

Dual channel steppermotor and resolverfeedback modulesfor motion controlapplications.

DeviceNet ScannerModule

AVG AutomationCarol Stream, IL USATel: (630)668-3900www.avg.net

This module scansDeviceNet devices ona DeviceNet network.The scanner moduleplugs into one slot onthe Quantum PLC andcollects and transfersdata from up to 63slaves to the PLCthrough the backplane,and vice versa.

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QuantumThe best path forwardfor Modicon 984/800 andSquare D Sy/Max systems

The path to thefuture is readywhen you need it

Existing 984/800 andSy/Max programmablecontroller systemsrepresent considerableinvestment in:

• Application programs

• Communication net-works

• I/O installation andwiring

Quantum integrationproducts are designedto enable a customerwith an installed controlsystem to protect theirinvestment in hardwareand software, andgradually upgrade theirinstallation to the nextgeneration of Quantumcontrollers, as definedby need andeconomic benefit.

This allows customersto take advantage ofadvanced Quantumfeatures, including:

• Structured program-ming with theConcept IEC 1131languages

• Faster scan timesand larger memorysizes of QuantumCPUs

• High availability ofthe Quantum Hot

The future looksbright for Sy/Maxusers

When you’re ready toupgrade your Sy/Maxsystem, Quantum istoo.

• A Sy/Max Laddertranslator takesexisting SY/MAXapplication programsand converts themto 984 Ladder Logicwhich runs onthe Quantum CPU.

• The Sy/Max RemoteI/O Adapter Moduleconnects Sy/Max I/Odirectly to the Quan-tum Remote I/Onetwork.

• The QuantumSy/Max EthernetModule allows exist-ing Sy/Max Ethernetinstallations toupgrade to Quantum,without having tore-program HMIapplications.

• The BM85Y ModbusPlus to Sy/MaxGateway exchangesinformation betweenexisting Sy/Max se-rial networks andModbus Plus.

• The MEB ModbusPlus to Sy/Max NIMmodule is availablefrom ModConnectpartner NR&D.

Standby System

• Flexible networkchoices like TCP/IPEthernet, ModbusPlus, Modbus, Re-mote I/O, InterBus,LonWorks, SERCOSand MMS Ethernet

• A wide choice ofcomplementaryproducts fromModConnect Partners

Simple 984/800inte-gration wasdesigned intoQuantum fromthe start

Rest assured that yourexisting 984/800 instal-lations have a clean,simple path forward tothe future with Quantum:

• Quantum runs 984Ladder Logic, so pro-gram compatibility isa sure thing

• Quantum CPUs havebuilt-in Modbus andModbus Plus ports toplug right into yourexisting networkinstallations

• Quantum RemoteI/O is based on S908Remote I/O and cansupport mixed net-works of Quantumand 200, 500, and800 Series I/O drops

www.schneiderautomation.com

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