Operating instructions

PTQ-MCM ♦ Quantum / Unity Platform Start Here
Modbus Communication Module
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April 29, 2008
1454-9F DB-9 Female to 9 Pos Screw Terminal
adapter (Serial protocol modules only)
ProSoft Solutions CD
Note: The DB-9 Female to 5 Pos Screw Terminal adapter is not required on Ethernet modules and
is therefore not included in the carton with these types of modules.
1.1.2 Quantum / Unity Hardware
This guide assumes that you are familiar with the installation and setup of the
Quantum / Unity hardware. The following should be installed, configured and
powered up before proceeding:
 Quantum or Unity Processor
 Quantum rack
 Quantum power supply
 Quantum Modbus Plus Network Option Module (NOM Module) (optional)
 Quantum to PC programming hardware
 NOM Ethernet or Serial connection to PC
1.1.3 PC and PC Software
 Windows-based PC with at least one COM port
 Quantum programming software installed on machine
or
 Concept™ PLC Programming Software version 2.6
or
ProWORX PLC Programming Software
or
UnityPro XL PLC Programming Software
 HyperTerminal (used in this guide) This is a communication program that is
included with Microsoft Windows. You can normally find it in Start /
Programs / accessories / Communications.
Note: ProTalk modules are compatible with common Quantum / Unity programming applications,
including Concept and UnityPro XL. For all other programming applications, please contact
technical support.