{"product_id":"remote-control-station-plc-rcs-series","title":"Remote Control Station PLC, RCS Series","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe RCS Series, from \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.psctexas.shop\/collections\/horner-automation\" title=\"Horner Automation\"\u003eHorner Automation\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003ehas been discontinued and is no longer in production, so only what remains in our in-house stock is available for purchase. We recommend considering the \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.psctexas.shop\/products\/micro-cpu-series-plc\" title=\"Horner Micro CPU PLCs\"\u003eMicro CPU Series\u003c\/a\u003e or the new \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.psctexas.shop\/products\/canvas-cpu300-plc\" title=\"Horner Canvas CPU300 PLC\"\u003eCanvas CPU Series\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eRCS Series PLC Automation Controller\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe RCS Series is a robust Remote Control Station (RCS) module engineered for distributed industrial automation systems that require dependable \u003ca title=\"PLC Automation Controllers\" href=\"https:\/\/www.psctexas.shop\/collections\/plc-automation-controllers\"\u003ePLC\u003c\/a\u003e control without a local operator display. As part of Horner’s \u003ca title=\"Horner SmartStack I\/O Series\" href=\"https:\/\/www.psctexas.shop\/products\/smartstack-io-input-output-for-plc\"\u003eSmartStack Series\u003c\/a\u003e of modular \u003ca title=\"Horner Automation Controllers\" href=\"https:\/\/www.psctexas.shop\/collections\/horner-automation-controllers\"\u003eautomation control\u003c\/a\u003e products, it offers compact control functionality suitable for network applications, \u003ca title=\"Remote Input \/ Output\" href=\"https:\/\/www.psctexas.shop\/collections\/i-o-input-output\"\u003eremote I\/O\u003c\/a\u003e expansion, and distributed control topologies. Operating on 24 VDC, this Remote Control Station delivers reliable ladder logic execution and system monitoring with low power consumption and a durable form factor ideal for panel-mount installations. It features RS-232 communication for programming, monitoring, and network administration via Horner’s free \u003ca title=\"Cscape 10 Automation Programming Software\" href=\"https:\/\/www.psctexas.shop\/products\/cscape-10-plc-software\"\u003eCscape software\u003c\/a\u003e, making system setup and debugging straightforward.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eRemote Control Station PLC from Horner Automation\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFour status LEDs provide at-a-glance diagnostic information for RUN, OK, Module Status, and Network Status, thus simplifying troubleshooting and health checks in the field. This PLC integrates seamlessly into CAN-based control networks such as \u003ca title=\"CsCAN Protocol\" href=\"https:\/\/hornerautomation.com\/controller-firmware-cscan\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eCsCAN\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"DeviceNet Protocol\" href=\"https:\/\/www.odva.org\/technology-standards\/key-technologies\/devicenet\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eDeviceNet\u003c\/a\u003e, allowing it to exchange data with other control stations or master devices. The RCS architecture enables up to 20 remote SmartStack I\/O modules using fiber optic bases or CsCAN nodes, significantly expanding I\/O capacity without requiring local display interfaces. The HE800RCS250H lacks a built-in \u003ca title=\"Horner Automation HMI Connect Series\" href=\"https:\/\/www.psctexas.shop\/products\/hmi-connect-series-hmi-display-for-plc\"\u003eHMI\u003c\/a\u003e, which makes it an ideal choice for applications where a remote interface is accessed over the network or through an external operator panel. Its compact design, modular flexibility, and network control capabilities make it an excellent solution for OEMs, remote machine control, and distributed automation tasks where cost-effective performance and scalable I\/O are essential.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eNew Product Announcement\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile some models of the Remote Compact Controller Series are still available for purchase, the RCC Series is \"marked as mature\" and will soon no longer be in production or supported. For new users of Horner Automation or new applications, we recommend the Micro CPU Series or the all-new Canvas CPU300.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cbig\u003eMicro CPU Series\u003c\/big\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.psctexas.shop\/products\/micro-cpu-series-plc\" title=\"Horner Micro CPU Series\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0655\/1955\/0595\/files\/Horner-Automation-Controller-Micro-CPU250-Screenless-HMI-PSC-Texas_2d577565-58e3-4067-908e-e1b8cc70bc7e_480x480.png?v=1763386573\" alt=\"Micro-CPU-PLC-Horner-Automation-Controller-Process-Solutions-Corp\" style=\"margin-left: 25px; float: right;\" width=\"375\" height=\"375\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.psctexas.shop\/products\/micro-cpu-series-plc\" title=\"Horner Micro CPU PLCs\"\u003eMicro CPU Series\u003c\/a\u003e packs Horner's same trusted performance for automation control into a small, streamlined package. The Micro CPU200 and Micro CPU250 PLCs can easily expand with up to 7 OCS-I\/O modules locally. The Micro CPU Series provides the same reliable, powerful control capabilities as the well-established \u003ca title=\"Horner Micro OCS Series\" href=\"https:\/\/www.psctexas.shop\/collections\/horner-micro-ocs-series\"\u003eMicro OCS Series\u003c\/a\u003e - just without a built-in display. Best of all, it easily mounts on a DIN-rail.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith the Micro CPU200 and Micro CPU250, operators can easily connect and manage equipment. The Micro CPU Series features a USB-C programming port and support for serial, Ethernet, and CAN communications as a standard, as well as support for WebMI for use as a remote interface.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFurthermore, the Micro CPU250 offers all the same amazing features as the CPU200, but it also includes built-in I\/O for an even more streamlined solution. The CPU250 comes with up to 34 I\/O points – a whopping 16 (8 in + 8 out) of which can configure as analog! Our Micro CPU modular automation controllers bring powerful control and flexible and expandable input and output options together in one easy-to-install device, perfect for a wide range of industrial applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cbig\u003eCanvas CPU300 and HMI Connect Displays\u003c\/big\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.psctexas.shop\/products\/canvas-cpu300-plc\" title=\"Horner Canvas CPU300 and HMI Connect\"\u003e\u003cimg height=\"375\" width=\"375\" alt=\"Horner-Canvas-CPU300-Remote-Compact-Controller-PLC-for-Industrial-Automation-Control-PSC-Texas\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0655\/1955\/0595\/files\/Horner-Automation-Canvas-CPU300-and-HMI-Connect-Display-PSC-Texas_4b0be8d1-e155-43db-952f-6f3416412d0b_480x480.png?v=1765822631\" style=\"margin-left: 25px; float: right;\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor even more functionality, the new \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.psctexas.shop\/products\/canvas-cpu300-plc\" title=\"Horner Canvas CPU300 PLC\"\u003eCanvas CPU300\u003c\/a\u003e is a great option. On its face, it looks like a traditional PLC with capabilities including local logic, expansion via OCS-I\/O, and a full array of communications ports. However, the CPU300 includes logic, graphics, and programs using Cscape 10 in a single application file. The Horner CPU300 includes a suite of new connectivity including USB-C, dual Ethernet ports with support for a built-in switch, and a new display connection for remote displays in Horner's HMI Connect Series.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.psctexas.shop\/products\/hmi-connect-series-hmi-display-for-plc\" title=\"Horner HMI Connect Displays\"\u003eHMI Connect Series\u003c\/a\u003e seamlessly integrates with Horner CPU300 controllers, require absolutely no setup or configuration, and they can mount wherever you want! Connecting via a single, robust cable, these HMIs really shine with unseen flexibility in automation control design. HMI Connect touchscreens are available in 4\", 7\", 10\", and 15\" Resistive Touch displays (IP65 rated), as well as 7\" and 10\" Advanced LCD with PCAP (capacitive) Touchscreen (IP67 rated) for outdoor applications. These HMI displays feature a powerful multi-core SOM with performance on par with \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.psctexas.shop\/collections\/horner-canvas-series\" title=\"Horner Canvas Series\"\u003eHorner’s Canvas Series\u003c\/a\u003e of all-in-one controllers. The HMI Connect series delivers flexible, rugged operator interfaces that seamlessly extend Horner’s modular controller ecosystem.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Horner Automation","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46339790471299,"sku":"HE800RCS250H","price":599.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0655\/1955\/0595\/files\/HE800-RCS250-H-Remote-Control-Station-Horner-Automation-Controller-PLC-Process-Solutions-Texas.png?v=1767795891","url":"https:\/\/www.psctexas.shop\/products\/remote-control-station-plc-rcs-series","provider":"Process Solutions Corp.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}