Contrex/Fenner M Series TOP Server And IO Driver + 1 Year Support & Maintenance Agreement
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The TOP Server Contrex Suite of drivers provides the ultimate in flexibility for connectivity to the widest range of motion control devices supporting the Contrex Protocols and integration to other software applications using OPC DA, OPC UA and AVEVA SuiteLink. Older devices labeled Fenner also support the Contrex Protocols.
This suite includes connectivity to Contrex CX1000 Series devices using the Serial Communications Binary Data-Link Protocol as well as Contrex M-Series devices using the 4-Byte/8-Byte Data-Link Protocol, including M-Cut, M-Rotary, M-Shuttle, M-Track, M-Traverse, M-Drive, ML-Drive, M-Trim and ML-Trim motion controllers.
Although these drivers implement serial protocols, Ethernet Gateways/Terminal Servers or Ethernet/Serial converters (user supplied) are supported to empower you to modernize your connectivity to these devices as you integrate them into your systems.
Drivers Included in this Suite:
- ➜Contrex M-Series Serial
For M-Cut, M-Rotary, M-Shuttle, M-Track, M-Traverse, M-Drive, ML-Drive, M-Trim, ML-Trim controllers
- ➜Contrex Serial
For CX-1000 Series controllers using Binary Data-Link Protocol
✓M-Series Memory Types supported: MV - Monitor Variables, CP - Control Parameters, CC0 - Control Commands
✓CX1000 Series Memory Types supported: MP - Monitor Parameters, CP - Control Parameters, EU - Custom Engineering Units, CL - Control Commands, CT - Constant Data Table
✓Supports Ethernet Encapsulation via Ethernet/Serial converters, Ethernet Device or Terminal servers
✓Two complete drivers in one suite for maximum Contrex/Fenner device coverage
Communication
Protocols Supported
M-Series Data-Link Protocol (4-byte/8-byte), CX-Series Serial Communications Binary Data-Link Protocol
Connection Types
Serial RS-232, Serial RS-422, Serial RS-485, Ethernet Encapsulation
Max Devices per Channel
Multiple devices via multi-drop serial
Everything you need to get started, configure, and troubleshoot your driver
TOP Server Operating System Support Information
Comprehensive OS compatibility guide for all TOP Server versions
TOP Server How-To Videos / Tutorials
Main landing page with a library of how-to videos covering installation, general overview, troubleshooting tools, driver quick starts, and other TOP Server configuration topics
TOP Server How-To Application Notes
Support knowledge base with application notes, guides, and FAQs for TOP Server
TOP Server Quick Start Guide
A comprehensive video guide showing TOP Server basics, installation, and getting started with a sample project
TOP Server Troubleshooting Guide
Comprehensive guide to diagnose and resolve common issues
Contrex M-Series Serial Help File
Complete driver documentation with setup instructions and configuration examples
Contrex Serial Help File
Complete driver documentation for CX1000 Series devices
TOP Server Data Sheet
Comprehensive product overview and specifications
Current/Past Release Notes
View the complete TOP Server release history and version information
TOP Server License Agreement
View the software license terms and conditions
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M-Series 8-Byte Protocol Devices
- ✓M-Cut series - using 8-byte protocol
- ✓M-Rotary series - using 8-byte protocol
- ✓M-Shuttle series - using 8-byte protocol
- ✓M-Track series - using 8-byte protocol
- ✓M-Traverse series - using 8-byte protocol
M-Series 4-Byte Protocol Devices
- ✓M-Drive series - using 4-byte protocol
- ✓ML-Drive series - using 4-byte protocol
- ✓M-Trim series - using 4-byte protocol
- ✓ML-Trim series - using 4-byte protocol
CX1000 Series Devices
- ✓CX-1000 series - using Binary Data-Link Protocol
- ✓Fenner CX-1000 series (legacy)
Note: For a complete list of supported models and firmware versions, please contact our technical support team or download the driver documentation.
Everything you need for reliable industrial connectivity
Two Drivers Included
Contrex M-Series Serial Driver and Contrex Serial Driver (CX1000) in one suite
All Memory Types
M-Series: MV, CP, CC0 | CX1000: MP, CP, EU, CL, CT
Serial & Ethernet
Native RS-232/422/485 support with Ethernet Encapsulation via converters and terminal servers
Multiple Protocols
4-byte, 8-byte, and Binary Data-Link Protocols for maximum device compatibility
CRC & Echo Support
Configurable CRC and Echo settings for reliable communication
Multi-Drop Serial
Support for multiple devices on a single serial port
- ✓ User-configurable default Floating point precision when writing Float data to Control Parameters that support precision
- ✓ User-configurable setting to enable Echo if the RS232/485 converter's receiver is always on
- ✓ Setting for CRC support if enabled on the controller
- ✓ Support for Multi-Drop Serial Communications
- ✓ Supports Ethernet Encapsulation via Ethernet/Serial converters, Ethernet Device or Terminal servers