ProSoftMVI56E-MNETCR ControlLogix Platform Modbus TCP/IP Multi Client Enhanced Communications Module for Remote Chassis

Battery Life Advisory 

Note: Modules manufactured after April 1st, 2011 do not contain a battery. For modules manufactured before that 

date the following applies: 

The module uses a rechargeable Lithium Vanadium Pentoxide battery to back up the real-time clock and CMOS 

settings. The battery itself should last for the life of the module. However, if left in an unpowered state for 14 to 21 

days, the battery may become fully discharged and require recharging by being placed in a powered-up ControlLogix 

chassis. The time required to fully recharge the battery may be as long as 24 hours. 

Once it is fully charged, the battery provides backup power for the CMOS setup and the real-time clock for 

approximately 21 days. Before you remove a module from its power source, ensure that the battery within the module 

is fully charged (the BATT LED on the front of the module goes OFF when the battery is fully charged). If the battery 

is allowed to become fully discharged, the module will revert to the default BIOS and clock settings. 

Note: The battery is not user-replaceable or serviceable.

Important Safety Information - MVI56E Modules 

North America Warnings 

A Warning - Explosion Hazard - Substitution of components may impair suitability for Class I, Division 2. 

B Warning - Explosion Hazard - When in hazardous locations, turn off power before replacing or rewiring modules. 

Warning - Explosion Hazard - Do not disconnect equipment unless power has been switched off or the area is 

known to be nonhazardous. 

C Suitable for use in Class I, Division 2 Groups A, B, C, and D, T5 Hazardous Locations or Non-Hazardous

Locations. 

ATEX Warnings and Conditions of Safe Usage 

Power, Input, and Output (I/O) wiring must be in accordance with the authority having jurisdiction 

A Warning - Explosion Hazard - When in hazardous locations, turn off power before replacing or wiring modules. 

B Warning - Explosion Hazard - Do not disconnect equipment unless power has been switched off or the area is 

known to be non-hazardous. 

C These products are intended to be mounted in an IP54 enclosure. The devices shall provide external means to 

prevent the rated voltage being exceeded by transient disturbances of more than 40%. This device must be used 

only with ATEX certified backplanes. 

D DO NOT OPEN WHEN ENERGIZED. 

Electrical Ratings 

Backplane Current Load: 800 mA @ 5 Vdc; 3 mA @ 24 Vdc 

Operating Temperature: 0°C to 60°C (32°F to 140°F) 

Storage Temperature: -40°C to 85°C (-40°F to 185°F) 

Shock: 30 g operational; 50 g non-operational; Vibration: 5 g from 10 Hz to 150 Hz 

Relative Humidity 5% to 95% (without condensation)

All phase conductor sizes must be at least 1.3 mm (squared) and all earth ground conductors must be at least 

4mm (squared). 

1.1 What's New? 

MVI56E products are backward compatible with existing MVI56 products, 

ladder logic, and module configuration files already in use. Easily swap and 

upgrade products while benefiting from an array of new features designed to 

improve interoperability and enhance ease of use. 

Web Server: The built-in web server and web page allow access to manuals 

and other tools previously provided only on a product CD-ROM or from the 

ProSoft Technology®

 web site. 

ProSoft Configuration Builder (PCB): New Windows software for 

diagnostics, connecting via the module's Ethernet port or CIPconnect®

, to 

upload/download module configuration information and access 

troubleshooting features and functions. 

ProSoft Discovery Service (PDS): Utility software to find and display a list 

of MVI56E modules on the network and to temporarily change an IP address 

to connect with a module's web page. 

CIPconnect-enabled: Allows PC-to-module configuration and diagnostics 

from the Ethernet network through a ControlLogix 1756-ENBT EtherNet/IP™ 

module. 

Personality Module: An industrial compact flash memory card storing the

module’s complete configuration and Ethernet settings, allowing quick and 

easy replacement. 

LED Scrolling Diagnostic Display: 4-character, alphanumeric display, 

providing standard English messages for status and alarm data, and for 

processor and network communication status. 

1.2 System Requirements 

The MVI56E-MNETCR module requires the following minimum hardware and 

software components: 

Rockwell Automation ControlLogix®

 processor (firmware version 10 or 

higher), with compatible power supply, and one free slot in the rack for the 

MVI56E-MNETCR module. The module requires 800 mA of available 5 Vdc 

power 

Rockwell Automation RSLogix 5000 programming software 

o Version 16 or higher required for Add-On Instruction 

o Version 15 or lower must use Sample Ladder, available from 

www.prosoft-technology.com 

Rockwell Automation RSLinx®

 communication software version 2.51 or higher