PLC 5/15 laptop communication

Malti · Oct 26, 2008

I have an AB PLC 5/15, Processor: 1785LT. rev M, Ser A. I would like to communicate with this through my laptop. What cables, hardware do I need?

Mickey · Oct 26, 2008

Your processor has DH+ and remote I/O comms.
Your only choice to communicate with your laptop is DH+.
The 1784-PCMK card will work ( PCMCIA card)

Or the older 1770-KF2 box , this is a serial to DH+ device.

There are some third party devices, search Google should turn up something.
http://www.protocolconverter.com/products/dl3500dh+df1.htm

jstolaruk · Oct 26, 2008

And if you intend to program it you'll need programming software - Allen Bradley's RSLogix 5 and RSlinx.

Malti · Oct 26, 2008

Thank you for your speedy replies: I will try to locate the 1784-PCMK card locally.

controlled · Oct 26, 2008

Malti said:
Thank you for your speedy replies: I will try to locate the 1784-PCMK card locally.

be prepared for "Sticker Shock" Those cards and cables are very expensive

bkottaras · Oct 26, 2008

controlled said:
be prepared for "Sticker Shock" Those cards and cables are very expensive

In addition, I'd stick with Win XP Pro SP2, since I have used the PCMK without any issues.
Not sure if SP3 will work.
And get a Series "B" if you can. Series "A" are a but flaky depending on the OS.(worked well with older OS and carware)

Malti · Oct 29, 2008

Thank you for your help, I got the 1784-PCMK card & 1784-PCM5 cable, both are series B being used on XP SP2: Working great so far. Thanks again.

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