CIP Objects. Schneider Electric Premium using EcoStruxure™ Control Expert - TSXETC100 EtherNet/IP Communication Module

Below you will find brief information for Premium TSX ETC 100. This user manual guides you through the installation, configuration, and operation of the TSX ETC 100 EtherNet/IP communication module for Premium/Atrium PLC stations using EcoStruxure Control Expert. It details hardware installation, software configuration, adding remote devices, optimizing network performance, and explicit messaging. Additionally, it covers diagnostic tools and module replacement procedures, ensuring you can efficiently integrate and maintain your industrial EtherNet/IP network.

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Key features

  • EcoStruxure Control Expert compatibility for configuration

  • EtherNet/IP network communication via RJ45 connector

  • Supports 10/100Base-T shielded twisted pair

  • Configurable as an I/O adapter (local slave) for remote devices

  • Enables explicit messaging capabilities using SEND_REQ

  • Allows integration of Schneider Electric and third-party EtherNet/IP devices

  • Provides advanced network diagnostics and LED indicators for status

  • Offers TCP/IP settings with SNMP agent and DHCP server support

  • Includes guidelines for network performance optimization (IGMP snooping, VLAN, Port Mirroring)

  • Designed for hot-swappable module replacement in PLC racks

Frequently asked questions

The TSX ETC 100 module is mounted in any available rack slot of a Premium/Atrium PLC station (except offset X Bus racks) by placing lower prongs into centering holes, swiveling up, and tightening a screw.

The TSX ETC 100 module is compatible with EcoStruxure™ Control Expert (formerly Unity Pro XL) programming software version 4.0 and higher.

You can diagnose the module using LED indicators on the module, diagnostic tools within Control Expert software, or by pinging network devices using the EtherNet/IP configuration tool.

Yes, the module can connect to third-party devices by adding their Electronic Data Sheet (EDS) files to the Device Library in the Control Expert EtherNet/IP configuration tool.

Explicit messaging allows sending specific service requests to EtherNet/IP devices. It is configured using the SEND_REQ function block in Control Expert and can be used for online actions like Get_Attributes_Single or Reset.

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