1. IDEC PLC MicroSmart series

2. Agenda PLC Overview Market Information Product Features
MicroSmart and MicroSmart Pentra
Key selling points
Strength and weakness
Targeted Industries and Applications
Competitors Analysis

3. 1. PLC Overview Definition PLC: Programmable Logic Controller
Small, specialized computer performing control and regulation

4. 1. PLC Overview Reasons why PLC is popular Known-to-be reliable
Bug and glitch free
Long life
Can easily last years or more
Rugged
Designed specifically for industrial and harsh environment
Fast start-up
Millisecond to startup
PC controls would take minutes
Large number of I/O
Large number of Manufacturers
More choice and selection

5. 1. PLC Overview PLC Manufacturers IDEC
Schneider (Modicon, Squared, Telemecanique)
Allen Bradley
GE (Fanuc)
Koyo (Automation Direct)
Siemens
Omron
Mitsubishi
Panasonic (Aromat)
Toshiba
Cutler Hammer
Keyence

6. 1. PLC Overview PLC classification Nano PLC Micro PLC Mid-size PLC
Less than 36 I/O points
IDEC SmartRelay
Micro PLC
36 – 256 I/O points
MicroSmart series
Mid-size PLC
256 – 512 I/O points
Large-size PLC
More than 512 I/O points

7. 2. Market Info North America Total Available Market for PLC
$1.38 billion
PLC Market segment
Nano
7% of market
$100 million
Micro
32 % of market
$440 million
Mid-size
29% of market
$400 million
Large-size
20% of market
$276 million
Others (PC based, embedded, and software based)
12% of market
$165 million

8. 2. Market Info North America Top 5 Market leaders Allen Bradley
Schneider GE
Siemens
Mitsubishi/Omron

9. 2. Market Info IDEC’s Available market
Total Available Market (TAM): $540 million
Nano PLC: $100 million
Micro PLC: $440 million
Product Available Market (PAM): $190 million
Serviceable Available Market (SAM): $150 million

10. 3. Product Features Current Products Offering IDEC SmartRelay
Up to 50 I/O points
Suitable for relay and timers replacement
Small task controls
MicroSmart – FC4A
Up to 264 I/O points
Suitable for most applications
Competitive price
MicroSmart Pentra – FC5A
Fastest micro PLC in the market
Up to 512 I/O points
Suitable for all type of applications
ONC
Rack style PLC
Up to 480 I/O points
Built-in 3 comm. Ports

11. 3. Product Features Products Positioning Performance Cost $
MicroSmart Pentra
Performance
ONC
MicroSmart
SmartRelay
Cost $

12. 3. Product Features Compact and Modular design All-in-One CPU
Built-in RS232C port
Built-in Potentiometers (x2)
Optional RS232C adapter
Optional RS485 adapter
Optional EEPROM cartridge
Optional Real Time Clock cartridge
Optional RS485 adapter – screw type
Optional HMI module

13. 3. Product Features Compact and Modular design Slim CPU
Built-in Potentiometer
Built-in 0-10V analog input
Optional HMI base module
Optional HMI module
Built-in RS232C port
Optional RS232C module
Optional RS232C adapter
Optional Real Time Clock cartridge
Optional RS485 adapter
Optional RS485 module
Optional EEPROM cartridge
Optional RS485 adapter – screw type
Optional RS485 module –screw type

14. 3. Product Features MicroSmart - FC4A series Key Features
Max 264 I/O points
20 kHz high speed I/O
Data link up to 32 PLC
Max. 14 PID loops
Up to 56 Analog I/O
Worldwide Approvals
cULus, Class 1 Div 2, CE, ABS, Lloyds

15. 3. Product Features MicroSmart - FC4A CPU 10 (6/4) - 24 VDC
All-in-One Type
I/O Points
Expandable
Max I/O
Power Voltage
Memory Size 10
(6/4) -
24 VDC
VAC
4.8K bytes
(800 steps) 16
(9/7)
15K bytes
(2500 steps)
24 (14/10)
Yes 88
27K bytes
(4500 steps)

16. 3. Product Features MicroSmart - FC4A CPU 20 (12/8) Yes 148 24 VDC 244
Slim Type
I/O Points
Expandable
Max I/O
Power Voltage
Output Type
Memory Size 20
(12/8)
Yes
148
24 VDC
Transistor
27K bytes
(4500 steps)
244
Relay/
31.2K bytes
(5200 steps)
40 (24/16)
264

17. 3. Product Features MicroSmart Pentra – FC5A series Key Features
Fastest micro PLC in the market
Built-in Modbus RTU, ASCII, and TCP/IP
Support 32-bit and floating point math
Maximum 7 communication ports
Field upgradable firmware
Integrated 100 kHz fast I/O
Maximum 56 Analog I/O
Maximum 56 PID loops
Worldwide Approvals
cULus, Class 1 Div 2, CE, ABS, Lloyds
Click here to see MicroSmart Pentra Flash presentation
(make sure your PC is connected to the internet)

18. 3. Product Features MicroSmart Pentra – FC5A CPU 10 (6/4) - 12 VDC
All-in-One Type
I/O Points
Expandable
Max I/O
Power
Memory Size 10
(6/4) -
12 VDC
24 VDC
VAC
13.8K bytes
(2300 steps) 16
(9/7)
27K bytes
(4500 steps)
24 (14/10)
Yes 88
54K bytes
(9000 steps)

19. 3. Product Features MicroSmart Pentra – FC5A CPU 16 (8/8) Yes 496
Slim Type
I/O Points
Expandable
Max I/O
Power Voltage
Output Type
Memory Size 16
(8/8)
Yes
496
24 VDC
Relay/
Transistor
62.4K bytes
(10,400 steps) 32
(16/16)
512

20. OpenNet Controller (ONC)
3. Product Features
Selection Guide
MicroSmart Family
OpenNet Controller (ONC)
SmartRelay
MicroSmart Pentra
MicroSmart
Appearance
Rated Voltage
12 VDC 24 VDC VAC
24 VDC VAC
24 VDC
12/24 VDC 24 VAC/DC
VAC/DC
Max. Digital I/O
512
264
480 50
Max. Analog I/O 56 42 10
Program Capacity
62.4K bytes
31.2K bytes
32K bytes
2K bytes
Max. Communication Ports 7 2 3 1
Networking
Modbus TCP/IP, RTU, ASCII
Yes -
AS-interface
LONWORKS
32-bit Data
Floating Point Math
High speed I/O
100 kHz
20 kHz
10 kHz
2 kHz

21. 3. Product Features Digital I/O Expansion Modules Input Modules
5 types
1-8pts 120VAC
4-8/16/32 pts screw or MIL connectors
Output Modules
8 types
2-8/16pts relay
6-8/16/32 pts transistor
Combo Modules
2 types
4in/4out and 16in/8out relay

22. 3. Product Features Analog I/O Expansion Modules 8 types
0-10V, 4-20mA, RTD, Thermistor
12 and 16 bit resolution
8-pt voltage/current input module
8-pt thermistor input module
4-pt combination (V, I, RTD, thermocouple) input module
Fast conversion time
Easy to setup and configure using Macro instruction
Competitive price

23. Click here to connect to IDEC web server module demo site
3. Product Features
Web Server Comm. Module
Features
Remote maintenance
Remotely upload, download, and monitor via Ethernet
Web monitoring
Use IE or Firefox browser to monitor your PLC
Alarm messaging
Send error messages to or cell phone
O/I connectivity
Connect to O/I touchscreen via Ethernet
Data exchange
Communicate with other device on the Ethernet
Password protection
Password protected your connection
Benefits
Ease of configuration
Bundle with cable and quick start guide
Competitive price
Compatible with MicroSmart, MicroSmart Pentra and OpenNet controller
Click here to connect to IDEC web server module demo site
(make sure your PC is connected to the internet, user name and password is idec)

24. 3. Product Features AS-interface Communication Module Features
Simplest industrial protocol
2-wire system
Easy to configure
Up to 100m distance
Max. 62 devices
Benefits
Reduced engineering
Simpler wiring
Cost saving
Open technology, supported by many vendors
AS-interface power supply
AS-interface SwitchNET
AS-interface Sensor
AS-interface Terminal
MicroSmart AS-interface module
AS-interface light tower

25. 3. Product Features Strength Weakness Hardware WindLDR software
Fastest micro PLC in the market
Only micro PLC capable of expanding up to 7 communication ports
One of the few manufacturers that offer 4-pt combination and thermistor analog input module
Features to compete at any level
Competitive price
Now available in 12 VDC for the solar and vehicle industries
WindLDR software
Easy to use
Free lifetime upgrade
Included Online Test and Simulation
$249 List
Rung comments, tag name, file name, etc. can be downloaded to Pentra
Weakness
Hardware
Motion controls
Networking
CANbus, Profibus, etc.
Software
Sub programs (similar to AB)

26. 4. Targeted Industries & Applications
Food and Beverage Equipment
Washing Equipment
Sorting Machine
Slicing Machine
Baking Equipment
Packaging Machinery
Labeling, Coding, Marking machine
Textile Machine
Printing Press Equipment
HVAC
Conveyer Systems
Car Wash Systems
Doors/Gate Control
Environmental Rooms and Chambers
Temperature, Humidity, Vibration controlled
Woodworking Machinery
Water Pump Systems
Marine Industry
Engine Monitoring System
Engine Room Circulation Equipment
Mail Sorting Equipment
Oil & Gas Refinery Equipment
Semiconductor Industry
Wet Chemical Processing Equipment
Building Management
Lighting Controls
Access Controls
Energy Management Systems
Intrusion Detection Systems
Water Treatments
Water Treatments Plant
Waste Water Separators & Systems
Oily Water Separators & Systems
Water Filtration Systems
Reverse Osmosis Systems

27. 5. Competitors Analysis Who do we mainly compete against?
Allen Bradley
MicroLogix
1000, 1100, 1200, 1500, SLC 500
Siemens
S7-200
Mitsubishi
FX3U, FX2N, FX2NC, FX1N, FX1S
Panasonic
FP-X, FP-Sigma, FP-0
Automation Direct
DL05, DL06, DL205
Omron
CP1H, CPM2C, CPM2A, CPM1A
Schneider
Twido

28. 5. Competitive Analysis IDEC vs. AB MicroLogix 0.056 µs 512
MicroSmart
Pentra
AB MicroLogix
1000
1100
1200
1500
Basic instruction Execution Time
0.056 µs
0.9 µs
Max I/Os
512 32 80
136
256
Program Size
62.4K bytes
1K words
8K words
6K words
14K words
Modbus TCP/IP, RTU, ASCII
Yes -
High Speed Inputs
4 x 100 kHz
1 x 6.6 kHz
1 x 20 kHz
2 x 20 kHz
High Speed Outputs
3 x 100 kHz
3 x 20 kHz
Floating Pt. Math
32-bit Data Register
Max. Comm. Ports 7 1 2

29. 5. Competitive Analysis IDEC vs. Panasonic FP 0.056 µs 512 62.4K bytes
MicroSmart
Pentra
Panasonic
FP-0
FP Sigma
FP-X
Basic instruction Execution Time
0.056 µs
0.9 µs
0.4 µs
0.32 µs
Max I/Os
512
128
256
300
Program Size
62.4K bytes
10K steps
12K steps 
32K steps
Modbus TCP/IP, RTU, ASCII
Yes -
High Speed Inputs
4 x 100 kHz
4 x 10 kHz
2 x 20 kHz
8 x 10 kHz
High Speed Outputs
3 x 100 kHz
2 x 10 kHz
2 x 60 kHz
Floating Pt. Math
32-bit Data Register
Max. Comm. Ports 7 1 3

30. 5. Competitive Analysis IDEC vs. Automation Direct 0.056 µs 512
MicroSmart
Pentra
Automation Direct
DL05
DL06
Automation Direct DL205
Basic instruction Execution Time
0.056 µs
0.7 µs
0.6 µs
0.61 µs
Max I/Os
512
256
Program Size
62.4K bytes 2K
7.6K
30.4K
Modbus TCP/IP, RTU, ASCII
Yes
High Speed Inputs
4 x 100 kHz
4 x 5 kHz
2 x 7 kHz -
High Speed Outputs
3 x 100 kHz
2 x 10 kHz
Floating Pt. Math
32-bit Data Register
Max. Comm. Ports 7 2

31. 5. Competitive Analysis IDEC vs. Omron CPM 0.056 µs 512 62.4K bytes
MicroSmart
Pentra
Omron
CPM1A
CPM2A
CPM2C
CP1H
Basic instruction Execution Time
0.056 µs
0.72 µs
0.64 µs
0.10 µs
Max I/Os
512
100
120
192
320
Program Size
62.4K bytes
2K words
4K words
20K steps
Modbus TCP/IP, RTU, ASCII
Yes -
High Speed Inputs
4 x 100 kHz
1 x 5 kHz
1 x 20 kHz
High Speed Outputs
3 x 100 kHz
1 x 2 kHz
2 x 10 kHz
2 x 30 kHz
Floating Pt. Math
32-bit Data Register
Max. Comm. Ports 7 2

32. 5. Competitive Analysis IDEC vs. Siemens S7-200 0.056 µs 512
MicroSmart
Pentra
Siemens
S7-200
Basic instruction Execution Time
0.056 µs
0.37 µs
Max I/Os
512
256
Program Size
62.4K bytes
16K bytes
Modbus TCP/IP, RTU, ASCII
Yes
High Speed Inputs
4 x 100 kHz
6 x 30 kHz
High Speed Outputs
3 x 100 kHz
2 x 20 kHz
Floating Pt. Math
32-bit Data Register
Max. Comm. Ports 7 2

33. 5. Competitive Analysis IDEC vs. Mitsubishi FX 0.056 µs 512
MicroSmart Pentra
Mitsubishi FX1N
Mitsubishi FX2N
Mitsubishi FX2NC
Mitsubishi
FX3U
Basic instruction Execution Time
0.056 µs
0.55 µs
0.08 µs
0.065 µs
Max I/Os
512
128
256
Program Size
62.4K bytes
16K bytes
8K steps
64K bytes
Modbus TCP/IP, RTU, ASCII
Yes -
High Speed Inputs
4 x 100 kHz
6 x 10 kHz
6 x 20 kHz
7 x 20 kHz
6 x 100 kHz
High Speed Outputs
3 x 100 kHz
2 x 100 kHz
2 x 20 kHz
3 x 20 kHz
Floating Pt. Math
32-bit Data Register
Max. Comm. Ports 7 2  2 3