Product Details
The GE FC200022-01, also cataloged as the FC200022-01 TX128 Transmitter Board, operates as a dedicated hardware component for high-speed signal processing and data acquisition within GE Vivid 7 systems.
Hardware Specifications
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Model | FC200022-01 |
| Brand | GE (General Electric) |
| Origin | USA |
| Weight | 0.7 kg |
| Dimensions | 100 mm x 80 mm x 20 mm |
| Operating Temp | -40 to +70 deg C |
| Power Consumption | 24 VDC input power |
| Board Type | TX128 Transmitter Board |
| System Platform | GE Vivid 7 Architecture |
| Communication Protocols | Modbus TCP/IP |
Deterministic Network Execution & Backplane Communication
The FC200022-01 processes high-speed transmitter channels and handles discrete data conversion cycles across industrial bus architectures. Native support for Modbus TCP/IP protocols allows integrated data streaming across Profinet / EtherNet/IP deterministic networks, enabling real-time telemetry distribution across processing nodes.
Engineered to optimize backplane bus communication velocity, the board manages dynamic signal acquisition while preserving I/O density scaling across system sub-racks. Embedded flash controllers maintain firmware flash compatibility across standard GE Vivid 7 hardware revisions to eliminate protocol latency during operational cycles.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What primary industrial communication protocol is natively supported by the FC200022-01 transmitter board?
A: The FC200022-01 natively supports Modbus TCP/IP for industrial networking and system telemetry transmission.
Q: What operating voltage and physical dimensions define the FC200022-01 hardware assembly?
A: The board operates on a 24 VDC power supply input, measures 100 mm x 80 mm x 20 mm, and weighs 0.7 kg.
Q: Is hot-swapping permitted for the FC200022-01 transmitter board while the main system chassis is energized?
A: No. System 24 VDC power must be completely disconnected before inserting or removing the board assembly to avoid backplane pin damage and data bus corruption.
Field Installation Guidelines
- Power Isolation: De-energize the 24 VDC primary power source supplying the host chassis frame prior to board installation or removal.
- Static Protection: Connect an anti-static wrist strap to a verified chassis metal earth point before removing the transmitter board from its protective static-shielding bag.
- Physical Alignment: Slide the card carefully into its designated chassis guide slots, verifying that rear card connectors line up evenly with the system backplane sockets.
- Fastener Engagement: Seat the board firmly into the connector socket and tighten all front panel retention screws to ensure stable mechanical chassis grounding.
- Network Connection: Connect the Modbus TCP/IP communication cables to the designated port on the front panel. Ensure signal cabling is routed away from heavy inductive loads and high-voltage wiring runs.
Additional Information
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