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Introduction
1.1 The Micro-DCI product line:
The current Micro-DCI product line includes the following:
• 53MC5000 Process Control Station
• Optional I/O Modules
• Optional Communication modules
• Micro-Tools Software
• Micro-DCI Communication Services Software
1.1.1 53MC5000 Process Control Station:
This is a multi-loop controller and is the foundation of the MicroDCI product line. It can
perform many process control functions from simple PID to complex control strategies.
The controller is 72 x 144mm (3x6 inch type) format and has a high visibility CRT-type
dot matrix display. The controller uses a modular design and expands easily. The standard
controller has the following features:
Standard Features:
• 4 Analog inputs
• 2 Analog outputs
• 2 Discrete inputs
• 2 Discrete outputs
• 1 RS232 Configuration port
• 1 RS485 Micro-DCI DataLink communication port
Optional Features:
• Single or Multi-channel analog option
• 6DI/4DO or 16 DI/DO discrete option
• MicroLink high speed, peer-to-peer communication
• PLC/printer interface for communication with five standard PLCs and for
connecting a printer