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Automation Networks

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The Network

Today’s automation marketplace offers a wide range of

networks, both open and manufacturer specific. While

both end-users and OEMs use them, the needs of each

can be very different. As an automation pioneer,

Mitsubishi offers one of the broadest network portfolios

available. From simple distributed I/O to a complete net-

work hierarchy, Mitsubishi can provide the right solution

for your needs.

Manufacturer Specific vs. Open?

Do you want a single vendor solution, or do you want the

flexibility of selecting components from a range of sup-

pliers? Priorities change from customer to customer,

project to project. Some want the security and conven-

ience of single vendor. Others feel comfortable doing

their own integration, and want the flexibility to pick and

choose from a variety of suppliers. We understand both

approaches and offer a broad range of network solu-

tions accordingly. Our network portfolio stacks up as

shown here.

hierarchyEnterprise Level:

• Use our Q Series Automation Platform ™, A & QnA Series rack based controllers, or MC Series Industrial Computers as a bridge to upper level enterprise "front office" functions from plant floor networks. Our FX Series

Supermicro™ controllers also offer connectivity to Ethernet for lower level applications.• MC Series Industrial Computers can provide SCADA control of plant floor processes and lines from this level via our

MC-WORX suite of applications.• Leverage existing LAN/WAN and Internet infrastructures to extract plant floor data for use anywhere in your organization

or anywhere in the world with appropriate security measures• Connect dissimilar legacy controller installations with Mitsubishi’s innovative multi-vendor compatible HMI enabled

Ethernet communications system, unifying communications throughout your plant Supported Networks:

• Ethernet 100base-T, 10base-T, 10base-5, 10base-2 (TCP/IP, UDP/IP, MELSEC Communication (MC) Protocol)

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Note: In this brochure, "A & QnA Series" refers to the AnN,AnA,AnU,AnSH, QnA and QnAS(H) controller lines in general.

Control Level: • Connect multiple automation cells or separate lines together using control level

networking via the Q Series Automation PlatformTM or our A & QnA Series rack based controllers.• Coordinate plant floor operations at the controller level without the need for higher level supervisory control

• Enable maintenance personnel to access controller programs and data anywhere on a shop floor via network access• Peer to peer communications

• Simple implementation and software support• Guaranteed operation via redundancy features

Supported Networks:• Ethernet (FL-Net, Modbus/TCP, MC Protocol), MELSECNET/H, MELSECNET/10

Enterprise Level:

• Use our Q Series Automation Platform ™, A & QnA Series rack based controllers, or MC Series Industrial Computers as a bridge to upper level enterprise "front office" functions from plant floor networks. Our FX Series

Supermicro™ controllers also offer connectivity to Ethernet for lower level applications.• MC Series Industrial Computers can provide SCADA control of plant floor processes and lines from this level via our

MC-WORX suite of applications.• Leverage existing LAN/WAN and Internet infrastructures to extract plant floor data for use anywhere in your organization

or anywhere in the world with appropriate security measures• Connect dissimilar legacy controller installations with Mitsubishi’s innovative multi-vendor compatible HMI enabled

Ethernet communications system, unifying communications throughout your plant Supported Networks:

• Ethernet 100base-T, 10base-T, 10base-5, 10base-2 (TCP/IP, UDP/IP, MELSEC Communication (MC) Protocol)

Device Level:• Within a machine, system or line, link a wide variety of automation devices to a controller

by using one simple network• Supported by all our controllers

• Eliminate costly wiring harnesses by replacing multiple wiring runs with one simple cable• Integrate HMIs, VFDs, controllers, I/O and other control devices on the same network

• Improve system performance by increasing controller to device communication speeds and adding diagnostic information

Supported Networks:• CC-Link, Ethernet (Modbus/TCP), Profibus-DP, DeviceNet, Modbus Plus/RTU,

SSCNET, LonWorks

Sensor Level:

• Apply Device Level network benefits to simple digital I/O• Supported by most of our controllers

• Connect I/O with no cutting or stripping of cable, making wiring faster and more foolproof

Supported Networks:• CC-Link/LT, AS-i

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Enterprise Level: Ethernet

Controller integration with higher level systemsOur Q Series Automation PlatformTM, A & QnA Series rack basedcontrollers, and MC Series Industrial Computers are easily inte-grated into an existing LAN infrastructure to extract informationfor front office or SCADA use. Key features of the offering are:

• Up to 100Mbit communication speeds• 100/10base-T, 10base-2 (coaxial) and 10base-5 (AUI) type

connections• Support for a variety of Internet related technologies, including

FTP and email, allowing controllers, their data and programs to be accessed from anywhere in the world via remote Internet links

• Multiple levels of security prevent unauthorized system access• Remote system management offers the opportunity to reduce

downtime, cut service costs and improve system performance• Network bridging

Protocol SupportEthernet is typically the physical layer for a wide variety ofapplication & transport layer protocols. Mitsubishi Electricsupports a wide variety of these protocols, including: MELSECCommunication (MC) Protocol, TCP/IP & UDP/IP, FL-Net (ControlLevel), Modbus/TCP (Device Level), HTTP, SMTP & POP3

The MC Protocol is Mitsubishi Electric’s publicly available,standardized communication format for communicating withour Q Series Automation PlatformTM via Ethernet or serial con-nections. Alternately, the Q Series and our A & QnA Series con-trollers can emulate a third party communications protocol.

Originally, Ethernet was a way to integrate manufacturing operations with the restof the company’s information systems. Today, Ethernet has spread to lower levelsof the hierarchy. Our Ethernet solution divides into three main areas:

Mitsubishi Electric supports the Modbus/TCP Ethernet applicationlayer protocol for communication between third party devices.This allows you to network a variety of third party devices to our QSeries Automation PlatformTM for control or device level networkingvia Ethernet media.

Linking mutually incompatible systemsMany of today’s plants have a variety of legacy controller installa-tions. Different systems were installed depending on the need atthe time. Even with the best intentions, often areas of the plant areisolated by communications incompatibilities. This makes sharinginformation difficult, options for control get limited, and a less effi-cient operation results.

In response, we offer an industry leading solution to link dissimilarcontrollers. Using an innovative HMI based Ethernet link, we canlink systems from most third party vendors to provide a single,seamless gateway to most shop floor systems. Key features of thissolution include:

• Economical HMI systems offer literally dozens of third party drivers to connect to virtually any existing controller installation

• Economical 10base-T links offer a familiar network topology. 10base-2 is also available.

• Allows access to information in all controllers on the network, no matter who they were made by

• Lowest cost cross platform integration solution available today

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Control Level:MELSECNET/H & MELSECNET/10, FL-Net

Reliability, Availability & Serviceability (RAS) features:• Available dual-loop media configuration offers dual redundancy, guaranteeing

maximum uptime (single coax bus version also available)• Master/slave configuration insures full determinism by avoiding bus arbitration used in

other networks• Dual-redundant “floating master” capability; if main network master goes off-line,

back-up automatically takes over without any programming• Loop-back functions; if loop is broken, network traffic is automatically looped back

round the intact path to maintain communication, without any programming

Performance features:• Up to 25Mbit/s• Up to 30km total distance per network• Deterministic cyclic communications/transient communications for priority

communication• Scalable to any application via multiple network capability (over 15,000 stations

per system)

Cost saving features:• Network configuration tools included in our standard programming suite,

GX-Developer; no additional software required• Automatic communication features reduces engineering time and program complexity• Choose economical coax or high-performance optical fiber media• I/O and HMI can also reside directly on the network, lowering costs of operator

stations and allowing complex remote I/O nodes without a controller

Maintenance productivity features:• Access any controller in the network from any other, maximizing the effectiveness

of maintenance personnel• Entire network system may be monitored and programs maintained from one location• Extensive diagnostic functions for rapid troubleshooting

FL-NetFL-Net is an open standard for control level networking based on Ethernet with a dedi-cated protocol. As with NET/H, FL-Net addresses the Ethernet determinism issues witha communication protocol that assures the required performance levels. Since FL-Netuses Ethernet for its physical layer, it offers the benefit of being able to use existingEthernet infrastructure for communications. FL-Net is fully supported by the Q SeriesAutomation Platform.TM

There is still a requirement fordedicated control level networksthat offer secure, high perform-ance, deterministic communica-tions. Our response to this isMELSECNET/H. NET/H offers upto 25Mbit/s performance, out-performing many industrialEthernet installations. It offerssecure, deterministic communi-cations with enough reliability tosatisfy the most conservativeplant engineers. NET/H is fullysupported by the Q SeriesAutomation PlatformTM, and inthe form of MELSECNET/10 iscompatible with selectedMitsubishi rack based con-trollers and HMIs. Our MC SeriesIndustrial Computers may alsobe linked to NET/H via PCI inter-face cards.

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CC-Link is an open, device level network that provides high speed communi-cation between diverse types of automation devices over a single cable. It isideally suited to machine, cell or process control in a variety of industriesranging from semiconductor to food and beverage, automotive to pharma-ceuticals, material handling to building automation. Since its introduction in1997 by Mitsubishi Electric, CC-Link has reached an installed base of over 1.5

million nodes worldwide. CC-Link became an open network in 2000,and has since accumulated over 500 members into its administrative

organization, the CC-Link Partner Association (CLPA). CLPA’sproduct portfolio now totals approximately 500 different items

from well known companies such as Belden, Festo, HMS,Leoni, Mitsubishi Electric, Pepperl & Fuchs, SMC, Sunx,

Woodhead, Wago, and Yaskawa. CC-Link is being usedwidely throughout North America, in a broad array ofapplications from OEM machinery companies to largescale end users. The new V2.0 specification boosts theI/O capacity of the network while maintaining back-wards compatibility.

Device Level:CC-Link

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• Cost savings. CC-Link replaces costly wiring harnesseswith a single cable, while adding performance and diag-nostic features not possible with discrete wiring.

• Performance. CC-Link offers 10Mbit/s across all devices, regardless of type; not a typical device level network feature. Combined with an efficient communi-cation protocol, this insures that a CC-Link system is able to update over 8000 I/O in 4 milliseconds.

• Capacity. CC-Link V2.0 can handle over 8000 I/O on a single network segment between 100 and 1200 meters long (up to 13.2 km with repeaters), divided amongst 64 stations, meaning that complex systems can easily be accommodated

• Economical installation. CC-Link operates using lowcost cables, with no special connectors or other hidden infrastructure costs. A CC-Link cable that includes both power and signal conductors is also available, reducing the labor & material costs involved in an installation.

• Simple engineering. Many first time users of CC-Link are surprised by how little programming is required to configure a network and get it running. This translates to savings in development costs. From MitsubishiElectric’s perspective, no special software or device profiles are required, as all necessary tools are includedin our GX Developer suite. An optional graphical config-uration tool is also available.

• Reliability. CC-Link was designed to offer maximum availability through a variety of RAS (Reliability, Availability & Serviceability) functions. These include control redundancy, station maintenance during network operation, hot-swap capability, a comprehensive diagnostic capability, and the ability to program over the network.

• Support. CLPA and partner vendors provide support for CC-Link worldwide.

• Freedom of choice. From the various partner prod-ucts, CC-Link can offer you a variety of automation com-ponents that cover most application requirements. Mitsubishi Electric supports CC-Link with virtually every automation product we offer.

Many companies throughout North America have already putCC-Link to the test and found it surpassed their expectations.Contact your local Mitsubishi Elecric representative to seehow CC-Link can solve the challenges of your application.

For more CC-Link product details, please consult the latestedition of the CC-Link Product Catalog.

So why should you consider it for your application?

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Profibus-DP is one of the most widespread open device level networks on a globalbasis. If you’re in the business of exporting your systems, Profibus is probably highon your list of open network possibilities. Given Mitsubishi Electric’s global reach, itshould come as no surprise that this also forms one of our broadest open networkofferings. We can configure complete Profibus systems from master controllers allthe way down to simple I/O blocks residing on the DP network. Our support forProfibus also includes a staff of certified Profibus Network Engineers and member-ship in the PTO (Profibus Trade Organization). Our full Profibus-DP line-up covers:

Q Series Automation PlatformTM and A & QnA Series Rack Based Controller master stations • Perform supervisory control over a DP network segment • Combine multiple DP segments, with other network types such as Ethernet on the same controller • 12Mbit/s communications speed • 126 stations/segment • Can also function as Profibus slave

GX-Configurator DP graphical Windows based configuration software • Configure the network graphically • Configure master station parameters • Define node parameters • Maintain a database of GSD files

E Series HMI systems • A wide variety of powerful HMI units; range from simple text displays to high resolution color touch screens • Can reside directly on the DP network; no need for a controller, allowing flexible, economical HMI display placement • Use as bridges to add serial devices (bar code readers, etc) to the DP network • NEMA 4 rated

Motion Control Systems • Add Mitsubishi servo motion control systems to a Profibus network under control of a FX local station • Flexible decentralized control removes motion control overhead from DP master • Wide range of servo types available from 50-55, 000WI/O Systems

• Full range of I/O devices covering discrete and analog control • Available in both bus and node style, allowing flexible combinations of discrete and analog control • Allows inputs or outputs to be placed economically where required without the expense of a controller node

E/A/F/V500 Variable Frequency Drives • A wide variety of advanced VFD options • Covers several voltage classes • Ratings from fractional to over � 1000HP available • Integrate large distributed VFD systems, such as HVAC or conveyor applications easily under Profibus control

FX Supermicro controllers • Local control stations allow control to be distributed under the supervision of rack based controllers • Allows economical, powerful control stations to be placed locally as the need arises • Add analog I/O, motion control capability to each FX station, allowing powerful, flexible distributed control possibilities • May also be used a supervisory master controller

Device Level:Prof ibus-DP

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Third party devices • Choose from over 350 DeviceNet products from over 300 different vendors

Q Series Automation PlatformTM and A & QnA Rack Based Controller master stations • Perform supervisory control over a DeviceNet network segment • Combine multiple DeviceNet segments, and integrate them with other networks such as Ethernet on the same controller • Full DeviceNet communications compatibility, including polling, bit strobe, change of state and cyclic functions • Up to 63 slaves per segment • Link any of our HMI systems to the network via the master or local controllers (FX Supermicro)

FX Supermicro controllers • Adds economical, powerful local control stations, linked to supervisory controllers via DeviceNet • Offers greater capability and flexibility than simple distributed I/O blocks • Add analog I/O, motion control capability to each FX station, allowing powerful, flexible distributed control possibilities

Motion Control Systems • Add Mitsubishi servo motion control systems to DeviceNet network under control of an FX local station • Flexible decentralized control unburdens the network from low-level motion control overhead • Wide range of servo types available from 50 55,000W

E500/A500 Variable Frequency Drives • A wide variety of advanced VFD options • Covers several voltage classes • Ratings from fractional to over � 1000HP available • Integrate large distributed VFD systems, such as HVAC or conveyor applications easily under DeviceNet control

On the lower end of the device level performance scale, DeviceNet has established a pop-

ular base. In keeping with our mission to support our customers with all their network

requirements, Mitsubishi Electric as an ODVA (Open DeviceNet Vendors Association) mem-

ber, offers a solution to form the foundation of your DeviceNet system. Any of our rack

based controllers can master a number of DeviceNet network segments to allow you to

integrate DeviceNet into a larger system which may call for the additional capabilities and

flexibility of another Mitsubishi network system. Our DeviceNet offering currently includes:

Device Level:DeviceNet

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The final layer of the network hierarchy is the sensor level network. Thisoffers an inexpensive method of replacing dedicated wiring harnesses forsimple digital I/O devices. To address this layer, Mitsubishi Electric offers aversion of CC-Link tailored to the requirements of this level with CC-Link/LT. CC-Link/LT offers a way to easily connect discrete I/O to a controllerwith a minimum of labor and installation costs, while maintaining flexibil-ity for future changes. Key features:

• Keyed cable with "vampire" style connections removes need to cut and strip cable; devices simply clip on to the network cable.

• No special tools required to make connections• I/O blocks available as small as 2 I/O• Fast response; update 1024 I/O in 2 ms• Run cabling up to 500 meters• Can be connected to CC-Link via optional bridge module• Master modules available for Q Series Automation PlatformTM and

FX Supermicro family

AS-i is the Actuator Sensor Interface, a complementary sensor level net-work to CC-Link/LT. AS-i shares many of the benefits available with CC-Link/LT, including the convenient "vampire" style device connection.

Sensor Level:CC-Link/LT

AS-i

Enterprise Level

Ethernet TCP/IP

Ethernet UDP/IP

Email

FTP

HTTP

Control Level

MELSECNET/H

MELSECNET/10

MELSECNET/II

MELSECNET/B

Profibus FMS

Device Level

CC-Link

SSC Net

Profibus-DP

DeviceNet

LonWorks

MODBUS/TCP

MODBUS™ Plus

MODBUS™ RTU

Serial Multidrop (RS485)

Sensor Level

CC-Link/LT

AS-i

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Networks Overview

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Supermicro

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Supermicro

Alpha/Alph2Simple

ApplicationController

DistributedI/O

Systems

MELSECA900GOT

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E Series S500Series

E500Series

F500(L)Series

A500(L)Series

V500(L)Series

MELSERVOMR-J2

Super Series

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Device Level

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Automation Platforms™ • Industrial Computers • Programmable Logic Controllers • Servo Systems • Motion Control • Variable Frequency Drives • Human Machine InterfacesUninterruptible Power Supply Systems • Software • Computerized Numerical Controllers • PC Based Control • Robots • Industrial Sewing Equipment

Mitsubishi Electric Automation, Inc.Discover the Many Facets of Mitsubishi Electric. The Power in Automation Solutions.

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