Invensys Triconex|2201|Communication Module Baseplate
Description
The 2201 Communication Module Baseplate supports up to two Communication Modules (CMs) for interfacing with external systems like host computers, DCS, open networks, and other Trident systems. It provides versatile communication options and can be configured for redundancy or additional independent ports.
Features
- Modules Supported: Up to two CMs per baseplate
- Communication Methods: RS-232/485 serial ports, Ethernet ports
- Redundancy: Optional redundant communication connections
- Connectivity: Direct connection above or below an MP Baseplate
Technical Specifications
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Serial Ports:
- Three RS-232/485 ports per CM
- Modbus RS-232/RS-485 serial connectors
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Network Ports:
- Two Ethernet ports per CM
- Ethernet 10BaseT Net1 connectors
- Ethernet 100BaseTX Net2 connectors
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Protocol Support:
- Modbus
- TriStation configuration for RS-232 or RS-485 mode
-
Media Access Units (MAUs):
- AUI 10-megabit Ethernet MAUs
- MII Ethernet MAUs
-
Additional Connectors:
- Debug connector
-
Pin Configuration:
- Detailed pin-out for Modbus serial connector provided in documentation
Invensys Triconex|2201|Communication Module Baseplate



Invensys Triconex|2201|Communication Module Baseplate
Description
The 2201 Communication Module Baseplate supports up to two Communication Modules (CMs) for interfacing with external systems like host computers, DCS, open networks, and other Trident systems. It provides versatile communication options and can be configured for redundancy or additional independent ports.
Features
- Modules Supported: Up to two CMs per baseplate
- Communication Methods: RS-232/485 serial ports, Ethernet ports
- Redundancy: Optional redundant communication connections
- Connectivity: Direct connection above or below an MP Baseplate
Technical Specifications
-
Serial Ports:
- Three RS-232/485 ports per CM
- Modbus RS-232/RS-485 serial connectors
-
Network Ports:
- Two Ethernet ports per CM
- Ethernet 10BaseT Net1 connectors
- Ethernet 100BaseTX Net2 connectors
-
Protocol Support:
- Modbus
- TriStation configuration for RS-232 or RS-485 mode
-
Media Access Units (MAUs):
- AUI 10-megabit Ethernet MAUs
- MII Ethernet MAUs
-
Additional Connectors:
- Debug connector
-
Pin Configuration:
- Detailed pin-out for Modbus serial connector provided in documentation