IDEC MICROSmart FC6A Series User Manual

1: G ENERAL I NFORMATION
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Communication Functions
The FC6A Series MICROSmart can perform RS232C and RS485 communication using serial port 1. The communication ports can
be expanded by using communication cartridges to allow for multiple instances of RS-232C, RS-485, and Bluetooth
communication. The Ethernet port is standard equipment to enable communication using Ethernet. The CAN J1939 All-in-One CPU
module is equipped with a CAN port to enable J1939 communication.
Communication Functions
For details on communication functions, see the "FC6A Series MICROSmart Communication Manual".
Communication Ports
Maintenance Communication
Maintenance communication enables you to check the operating status and I/O status of the FC6A Series
MICROSmart, to display and change device values, and download and upload user programs using a
computer or operator interface.
User Communication
Data can be sent and received by creating commands for external devices (computers, printers, barcode
readers, and other devices).
Modbus Communication
Data can be sent and received between communication device that conforms to the Modbus protocol and
the FC6A Series MICROSmart.
Data Link Communication
Data can be sent and received between a master station and slave stations by connecting a maximum of
31 MICROSmarts (slave station) to a MICROSmart (master station).
J1939 Communication
The CAN J1939 All-in-One CPU module can send and receive data with communication device that
conforms to the SAE-J1939 standard.
BACnet Communication
(BACnet/IP)
The Plus CPU module supports BACnet communication using the Internet protocol (IP).
EtherNet/IP communication The Plus CPU module supports EtherNet/IP (scanner) communication.
MQTT Communication The Plus CPU module supports MQTT communication.
USB Port
Maintenance communication can be performed by connecting the FC6A Series MICROSmart to a
computer using this port.
Ethernet Port 1 and 2
The FC6A Series MICROSmart can communicate with Ethernet communication-compatible external
devices such as computers and operator interfaces using this port. Maintenance communication, user
communication, and Modbus TCP communication are possible. The Plus CPU module can communicate
with external devices compatible with BACnet communication and MQTT communication using Ethernet
port 1.
The Plus CPU module can also communicate with EtherNet/IP-compatible external devices using Ethernet
port 2.
HMI-Ethernet Port
This port connects the HMI module to the CPU module and allows the HMI module to be used. The FC6A
Series MICROSmart can communicate with Ethernet communication-compatible external devices such as
computers and operator interfaces using this port. Maintenance communication is possible.
Serial Port 1
The FC6A Series MICROSmart can communicate with RS232C/RS485 communication-compatible external
devices such as computers, operator interfaces, and printers using this port. Maintenance communication,
user communication, Modbus RTU communication, and data link communication are possible.
RS232C Communication
Cartridge, RS485
Communication Cartridge
(option)
The FC6A Series MICROSmart is capable of maintenance communication, user communication, Modbus
RTU communication, and data link communication using this port.
Bluetooth Communication
Cartridge (option)
The FC6A Series MICROSmart is capable of maintenance communication and user communication using
this port.
CAN port The CAN J1939 All-in-One CPU module is capable of J1939 communication using this port.
Communication Module
(option)
The FC6A Series MICROSmart is capable of maintenance communication, user communication, Modbus
RTU communication, and data link communication using this port.

IDEC MICROSmart FC6A Series Specifications

General

Brand	IDEC
Model	MICROSmart FC6A Series
Category	Computer Hardware
Language	English