Interchange Comm Control

Module, MX5 Series

Installation and Operations Manual
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Table of Contents
Murphy Interchange Comm Control Module Series ........................................................... 1
MX5 Digital Inputs/Outputs, Analog Inputs, MPU .......................................................1
MX5-A Digital Inputs/Outputs , Analog Inputs/Outputs, MPU ....................................1
MX5-D Digital Inputs/Outputs , Analog Inputs, MPU ..................................................1
Product Dimensions and Mounting ..............................................................................2
Accessories ..................................................................................................................2
Specifications ...............................................................................................................2
MX5 Installation Instructions ........................................................................................2
Installation Diagram .....................................................................................................3
MX5 Jumper Configuration...........................................................................................5
Communications ..................................................................................................................... 7
MX5 Expansion Module - Modbus RTU Description ....................................................8

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Murphy Interchange Comm Control Module Series

The MX5 expansion module provides input/output capability to existing and future Murphy
Controllers using CANBUS proprietary communications. Modbus RTU RS485/RS232 is also
provided for other communication requirements. Any mix of MX-Series modules can be added
to enable Digital and Analog I/O, and Thermocouple inputs for communication and monitoring
by the master controller.

MX5 Digital Inputs/Outputs, Analog Inputs, MPU

CSA C/US Listed, Class I, Div. 2 Groups B, C & D
The MX5 module adds Digital input/output, Analog input, and magnetic pickup ability to the
master controller. It can read up to 24 Digital inputs, 8 Digital outputs, 10 Analog inputs, and 1
mpu.

MX5-A Digital Inputs/Outputs, Analog Inputs/Outputs, MPU

CSA C/US Listed, Class I, Div. 2 Groups B, C & D
The MX5 module adds Digital input/output, Analog input/output, and mpu ability to the master
controller. It can read up to 24 Digital inputs, 8 Digital outputs, 10 Analog inputs, 4 Analog
outputs, and 1 mpu.

MX5-D Digital Inputs/Outputs, Analog Inputs, MPU

CSA C/US Listed, Class I, Div. 2 Groups B, C & D
The MX5 module adds Digital input/output, Analog input, and mpu ability to the master
controller. It can read up to 24 Digital inputs, 16 Digital outputs, 10 Analog inputs, and 1 mpu.

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Product Dimensions and Mounting

Accessories
MX5 Plug Kit (00030868) Printed Terminal Plugs for MX5 Expansion I/O Module

Specifications
Operating Temperature: -40 to +85C (185F)
Storage Temperature: -40 to +85C (185F)
Power Input Voltage: 10 to 32 VDC (30W max)

MX5 Installation Instructions

When installing a MX5 Expansion I/O Module, power, I/O (Digitals, Analogs, and MPU), and
communication wiring must be in accordance with Class 1, Division 2 wiring methods [Article
501-4(b) of the National Electrical Code, NFPA 70] and in accordance with the authority having
jurisdiction.

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Installation Diagram

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MX5 Jumper Configuration

CANBUS: Communication Link to Main I/O Module

LK2 and LK4: This jumper provides a termination resistor for the CAN
communication chain. This jumper must be in place only when the I/O module is the
last in the communication chain. See control panel drawings for designation. The
cover of the MX5 must be removed to access this jumper link (LK2/LK4). CAN 2 is
not used. CAN 1 is used for data link for communication chain.
(Refer to the Communications chapter in this document)

RS485 Communication Port: Slave Comm. Port. (See Pictorial Above)

LK5: These jumpers provide a termination, pick-up, and pull-down resistors for
RS485 communication chain. The PU/PD jumpers should only be in one place on the
communication chain. The TR jumper must be in place only when the I/O module is
the last in the communication chain. See control panel drawings for designation. The
cover of the MX5 must be removed to access this jumper link (LK5).
(Refer to the Communications chapter in this document)

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Communication Address Select Shunts: Comm Address

LK6: These jumpers allow designation for assigning a unique address to each MX5
that may be in the system. This allows the master controller to differentiate between
the modules. For example, to name the controller address 5, place the shunts on LK1
and LK4. (Refer to the Communications chapter in this document)

Analog Input Select Shunts: Input Type

LK3: These jumpers allow designation for assigning the type of analog signal type for
each individual input. For a 0-24mA place jumper on middle and top pins. For a 0-5
VDC input, remove jumper.

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Communications
Physical Layer: The MX5 module features one asynchronous RS232 serial communication
port, one asynchronous RS485 serial communication port, and one CANBUS 2.0B proprietary
communication port.
RS232 Interconnect: The module is equipped with screw terminals called Port 1. This
connection is typically used to poll the information for a specific module using twisted shielded
cable suitable for RS232 networks. The simplest form of these networks are 3-wire, halfduplex, using RX terminal 57, TX terminal 55, and GND terminal 59. The TX terminal is the
TRANSMIT DATA signal, the RX terminal is the RECEIVE DATA signal, and the GND is the
COMMON GROUND signal for the communication line. These signal lines will take turns
transmitting and receiving depending on the device using the RS232 network at any given
instant. The MX5 also provides connections for CTS and DTR signals if required for 5 wire
RS232 connections.
RS485 Interconnect: The module is equipped with screw terminals called Port 2. This
connection is typically used to poll the information for a specific module using twisted shielded
pair cable with 120 ohm impedance suitable for RS485 networks. These networks are 2-wire,
half-duplex, and feature an A terminal 61, B terminal 62, and SHD terminal 63 shielded
ground connection. The A terminal is the + or non-inverting signal, and the B terminal is the
or inverting signal. These signal lines will take turns transmitting and receiving depending on
the device using the RS485 network at any given instant.
Baud Rate: 9600 fixed (RS232/RS485)
Protocol: Modbus RTU. This is a binary communication protocol. All data will be contained in
unsigned 16-bit Modbus Holding Registers (addressed starting at 40001). Following the
Modbus RTU specification, the Most Significant Byte in a 16-bit word is broadcast first,
followed by the Least Significant Byte.
Refer to the Modbus RTU map provided in this manual for a detailed mapping of the available
data and data scaling.
CANBUS 2.0 B Interconnect: The module is equipped with screw terminals called Port 3.
This connection is typically used to provide the interconnections between the main control
module which polls the information for a specific module using twisted shielded pair cable with
120 ohm impedance suitable for CAN networks. This network protocol is proprietary
CANBUS, and features a HI(CAN H) terminal 64, LO(CAN L) terminal 65 connection, and
SHD terminal 66 shielded ground connection.

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Communication Address Select Shunts: A jumper shunt header is provided to assign a

unique Modbus RTU and/or CANBUS address to each expansion module that may be in the
network. This allows the master controller to differentiate between the modules. Addressing is
done in binary format, and each incrementing jumper increases the weight by a factor of 2.
For example, to name the controller address 5, place the shunts on LK1 and LK4. The sum
makes 5 (4+1).
NOTE: RS485/RS232 Communication is 9600-N-8-1 for Address 0-31
and 9600-N-8-2 for Address 32-63.
Registers start at 40,001.
Stop Bits: The module will respond with 1 stop bit for Modbus RTU addresses 1 through 31
and 2 stop bits for addresses 32 through 63. This maintains flexibility for systems requiring 2
stop bits.
Modbus RTU Polling Frequency: The module should be polled by the Modbus RTU Master
with a delay of 30-50mS between packets, and typical response times will be < 100mS. This
may vary depending on the amount of data requested on each module. Typical Modbus RTU
timeout settings should be set to >= 400mS.
PC Connection: Most commercial PCs are equipped with one RS232 serial port in the form of
a 9 pin D-Sub connection. If not, USB to RS232 adapters are also readily available. Testing
for RS485 traffic can be done using a PC equipped with any Modbus RTU Master software
and a serial interface converter that can convert RS232 traffic to RS485. The PC in this case
would serve as the Modbus RTU master in lieu of an external controller.

MX5 Expansion Module - Modbus RTU Description

Modbus
Register
40001
40020

Description

Read/
Write

Range

FactoryUse

40021

Digitalinputs116

0 - 65535

40022

Digitalinputs1724

0 - 255

40023

Rawcountsystemvoltage

0 - 1023

A/D count

40024

Rawcountanaloginput1

0 - 1023

A/D count

40025

Rawcountanaloginput2

0 - 1023

A/D count

40026

Rawcountanaloginput3

0 - 1023

A/D count

40027

Rawcountanaloginput4

0 - 1023

A/D count

40028

Rawcountanaloginput5

0 - 1023

A/D count

40029

Rawcountanaloginput6

0 - 1023

A/D count

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Definitions

Data Units

each bit position is 1

input bitmapped where
bit 0 = digital input 1
each bit position is 1
input bitmapped where
bit 0 = digital input 17

0 = 0.0 VDC, 1023 =

5 VDC
0 = 0.0 VDC, 1023 =
5 VDC
0 = 0.0 VDC, 1023 =
5 VDC
0 = 0.0 VDC, 1023 =
5 VDC
0 = 0.0 VDC, 1023 =
5 VDC
0 = 0.0 VDC, 1023 =
5 VDC
0 = 0.0 VDC, 1023 =
5 VDC

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Modbus
Register

Description

Read/
Write

Range

Data Units

40030

Rawcountanaloginput7

0 - 1023

A/D count

40031

Rawcountanaloginput8

0 - 1023

A/D count

40032

Rawcountanaloginput9

0 - 1023

A/D count

40033

Rawcountanaloginput10

0 - 1023

A/D count

40034
40035
40036
40037
40038
40039
40040
40046
40047
40048
40049
40050

Rawcountanaloginput11
Rawcountanaloginput12
Rawcountanaloginput13
Rawcountanaloginput14
Frequencyinput(hertz)
ModbusCTS

R
R
R
R
R
R

0 - 4095
0 - 4095
0 - 4095
0 - 4095
30 10,000
0-1

A/D count
A/D count
A/D count
A/D count
Hz
state of signal

FactoryUse

Definitions
0 = 0.0 VDC, 1023 =
5 VDC
0 = 0.0 VDC, 1023 =
5 VDC
0 = 0.0 VDC, 1023 =
5 VDC
0 = 0.0 VDC, 1023 =
5 VDC
FutureUse
FutureUse
FutureUse
FutureUse

Analogoutput1signal
Analogoutput2signal
Analogoutput3signal
Analogoutput4signal

R/W
R/W
R/W
R/W

0 - 65535
0 - 65535
0 - 65535
0 - 65535

40051

Analogoutputs1&2type

R/W

0-3

40052

Analogoutputs3&4type

R/W

0-3

40053
40054
40055
40056
40057
40058
40059

RTCTimeseconds
RTCTimeminutes
RTCTimehours
RTCDayofweek
RTCDateday
RTCDatemonth
RTCDateyear

R
R/W
R/W
R/W
R/W
R/W
R/W

0 - 59
0 - 59
0 - 23
`1 - 7
`1 - 31
`1 - 12
2000 - 3000

40060

Clocksetenable

R/W

0-1

1 = set above values

into the realtime clock

Dependent on 40051
Dependent on 40051
Dependent on 40052
Dependent on 40052
0 = not used,
1 = 4 to 20 mA,
2 = 0 to 20 mA,
3 = 0 to 24 mA
0 = not used,
1 = 4 to 20 mA,
2 = 0 to 20 mA,
3 = 0 to 24 mA

40061

Digitaloutputs116

R/W

0 - 65535

each bit position is 1

input, bitmapped where
bit 0 = digital output 1

40062

ModbusDTR

R/W

0-1

set state of signal

40063

Digitaloutput116statusonpower
up

R/W

0 - 65535

each bit position is 1

output

40064

Digitaloutput116statusoncomm.
failure

R/W

0 - 65535

each bit position is 1

output

R/W
R/W
R/W
R/W

0 - 65535
0 - 65535
0 - 65535
0 - 65535

upper8bitsarefor
optionaldigitaloutput
daughtercard

upper8bitsarefor
optionaldigitaloutput
daughtercard
upper8bitsarefor
optionaldigitaloutput
daughtercard

R/W

0 - 65535

R/W

0 - 65535

40065
40066
40067
40068
40069
40070

Analogoutput1statusonpowerup
Analogoutput2statusonpowerup
Analogoutput3statusonpowerup
Analogoutput4statusonpowerup
Analogoutput1statusoncomm.
failure
Analogoutput2statusoncomm.
failure

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Modbus
Register
40071
40072
40073
40074
40077

Description
Analogoutput3statusoncomm.
failure
Analogoutput4statusoncomm.
failure
Communicationtimeout
FactoryUse

Read/
Write

Range

R/W

0 - 65535

R/W

0 - 65535

R/W

0 65535

Definitions

Data Units

time in seconds

Register 40001 Value Description

Register 40,001 is a read-only register. This register holds the model number of the hardware.
If you are using multiple Comm modules, it is sometimes helpful to confirm that you are
communicating with the expected module type. In this case, it will return 268.

Register 40021 Value Description

Register 40,021 is a read-only register. The values returned in these registers are signed 16 bit
data, assigned to digital inputs 1-16. The channels bit position is 1 input bitmapped where bit 0
= digital input 1.

Register 40022 Value Description

Register 40,022 is a read-only register. The values returned in these registers are signed 8 bit
data, assigned to digital inputs 17-24. The channels bit position is 1 input bitmapped where bit
0 = digital input 1. The additional upper bits for digital inputs 17-24 will remain at 0, and serve
as padding to make a proper 16-bit word to comply with Modbus RTU specifications.

Register 40024 40033 Value Description

Registers 40,024 40,033 are read-only registers. The values returned in these registers are
raw data counts for analog inputs from 0-1023 (0-5VDC). A typical 0-5VDC data count would
be 0-1023 and a typical 4-20mA data count would be 181-904.

Register 40038 Value Description

Register 40,038 is a read-only register. This register displays the readings of the frequency
input (magnetic pickup) in hertz (Hz).

Register 40047 40050 Value Description (MX5-A ONLY)

Registers 40,047 40,050 are read/write registers. The values returned in these registers are
signed 16 bit data, assigned to analog outputs. These values are dependent on the setting of
registers 40051 and 40052.

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Register 40051 40052 Value Description (MX5-A ONLY)

Registers 40,051 40,052 are read/write registers. This will allow you to configure what type
of signal is provided for analog outputs. Use the list below to determine what value you should
write based on the sensor installed. Register 40051 establishes Analog Outputs 1-2, 40052
establishes Analog Outputs 3-4.
0 Not Used
1 4-20mA
2 0-20mA
3 0-24mA

Register 40061 Value Description

Register 40,061 is a read/write register. The values returned in these registers are signed 16
bit data, assigned to digital outputs. The channels bit position is 1 input bitmapped where bit 0
= digital output 1. The upper 8 bits are reserved for the MX5-D. The lower bits are for the
digital outputs for all models (MX5, MX5-A, MX5-D).

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