{"product_id":"ge-is200vcmih2b-mark-vi-vme-communications-interface","title":"GE IS200VCMIH2B Mark VI VME Communications Interface","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eGE IS420VCMIH2B\u003c\/strong\u003e, also cataloged as the \u003cstrong\u003eIS200VCMI\u003c\/strong\u003e VME Communications Interface Module, operates as a dedicated hardware component for master backplane orchestration and inter-module data routing within GE Speedtronic Mark VI central control racks. Slot-mounted in position one of the main card rack, it executes deterministic data distribution across I\/O boards, protection modules, and redundant IONet communications loops via front-panel DIN connectors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHardware Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"table\"\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eParameter\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecification\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIS200VCMIH2B\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGeneral Electric (GE)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSeries\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSpeedtronic Mark VI\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProduct Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVME Communications Interface (VCMI)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDimensions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStandard VME Rack Mount\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePower Consumption\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRack backplane powered (125 VDC system architecture)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eConnectors\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3x IONet DIN connectors, 1x 9-pin D-sub serial port, 2x VME backplane connectors\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOnboard ICs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2x Field Programmable Gate Arrays (FPGAs), 3x Signal Transformers\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBackplane Bus Communication Velocity and System Diagnostics\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe IS200VCMIH2B serves as the bus master for the VME card rack, controlling backplane bus communication velocity and data synchronization across peripheral I\/O cards. Board hardware includes an integrated 150 ms watchdog timer that initiates a processor stall routine to assert the SYSFAIL line and illuminate the red fault LED upon logic failure. Onboard FPGA components manage frame alignment and packet transmission protocols over the IONet1, IONet2, and IONet3 communication channels, maintaining firmware flash compatibility across redundant controller topologies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQ: What function does the 150 ms watchdog timer perform on the IS200VCMIH2B?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: The watchdog timer monitors processor execution state; if a logic stall exceeds 150 ms, the board generates a SYSFAIL signal and activates the front-panel red LED.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQ: In which rack location must the IS200VCMIH2B module be installed?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: The module must be inserted specifically into slot one of the Mark VI Central Control Module rack to function as the VME backplane bus master.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQ: What front-panel physical interfaces are available for network and diagnostic connections?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: The faceplate features three DIN connectors for IONet channels (IONet1 through IONet3), one 9-pin male serial connector, one manual reset switch, and diagnostic status LEDs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eField Installation Guidelines\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConfirm that 125 VDC control power to the Mark VI enclosure is isolated and verified zero-energy before handling the module.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePut on a grounded electrostatic discharge (ESD) wrist strap prior to removing the IS200VCMIH2B from its protective packaging.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAlign the circuit board edges with the card guide rails for slot one in the Central Control Module rack.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePush the board firmly into the rack until the dual rear VME pin connectors fully seat into the backplane receptacles.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTighten the top and bottom retaining screws on the front faceplate to ensure mechanical stability and chassis ground continuity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e","brand":"GE Fanuc","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43846477840474,"sku":"IS200VCMIH2B","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0710\/5957\/0778\/files\/IS200VCMIH2B.png?v=1786694873","url":"https:\/\/www.spareoil.com\/products\/ge-is200vcmih2b-mark-vi-vme-communications-interface","provider":"SpareOil Automation","version":"1.0","type":"link"}