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<s>[INST] Help operation temperature - Machine Alert Relay 813S-V1-500V-48 Summary: I need determinate the operation temperatureGood Morning. I need your help for determinate the operation temperature of sensor part 813S-V1-500V-48, in datasheet do not mention this characteristic and I need to ensure this parameter to place the purchase order. Thanks for your help [/INST] Darwin, it's a device to go inside an electrical panel, so it probably isn't rate for operation above 40 or 45 degrees C. This is a user-supported forum; for a question like this your best bet is to call Rockwell Technical Support directly, or your local Rockwell distributor. How hot is your panel environment? TJ, Thanks for your comments, I'll call and then I'll ask the question as advised. n </s>
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<s>[INST] ERROR WHEN IMPORTING .MED FILE Does anyone know what is causing this error? I click on 'new', give it a file name, click on import and browse to my .mer file. When I click to finish I get a red X error that says The parameter is incorrect FWIW, I am using Windows 2000 professional, FTView Studio ME (cpr9). The .med file is from a PV 600+. I am not sure if it is ver 4 or 5 or if it matters. Thanks, Aaron [/INST] If you want to import an existing .med project into another new project, then be aware of the following: Studio Requires the folders and files associated with the *old* project to import into a new project. Everything that is in the /ME/HMI Projects/<application name> folder is needed to do an import. If you want to open a runtime file .mer taken from a PVP, then you have first to be sure the firmware of PVP and thus the project taken from it must be v5...as v4 doesn't allow the conversion.The file is restored by uploading from the PanelView Plus and running Application Manager to restore to an editable application. Which of the two situation does apply to you ? :smileysurprised: - fuzzy logic Fuzzy, Both apply. The .mer is version 4.xx so restoring was out of the question as you stated. Your statements about needing the application files got me wondering so I tried something different. I had all the files on a cd and was browsing to the .med file on the cd and asking FTVS to import. After reading your reply, I copied all the files to a folder on c: and browsed to the .med file. FTVS imported with no reported errors. Thanks!!! Aaron n </s>
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<s>[INST] 1756-RIO or -DHRIO - can it communicate to 2 1756-L7x processors? Good day, everyone! Newbie here. Can a 1756-RIO or 1756-DHRIO (interfacing with multiple 1771 I/O racks) communicate to two CLX processors? My limited understanding is that only 1 processor can control the I/O, but I am hoping that two processors can at least read the I/O. Application is to be able to run a read-only L73 in the same chassis as an existing L73 concurrently, both accessing the I/O. Thanks! [/INST] You are correct only one can control i/o. Typically only a small amount of data is needed on another processor. If that is the case you could create tags that alias the i/o points, read or write using a MSG. This would not involve the 1756-RIO as they are in the same rack so no comms card needed. Another way is to alias same with produced tag that can be consumed in the other L73. I can't think of a scenario where you would want to map all i/o into another processor. what is the reason? This is a temporary solution for testing and review of a new program, hence wanting to map all I/O to both processors. The original processor would be removed after a few months, so minimal produce/consume between processors is desired. It is also desired to minimize process downtime. Thanks, Monte I have done something like this. You could test with an emulated processor. If interrupting the process or machinery for a couple minutes is doable you could have the same i/o in the new but inhibit all. Then when ready to switch inhibit all i/o in the old, un-inhibit in new. May need to cycle power to get connections. Many ways to do this. If enough memory available put all the new / mod code in subroutines, have them only scanned when testing new program, stop scanning old. n </s>
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<s>[INST] Reg: Rockwell softwares not opening Summary: Reg: Rockwell softwares not openingHello all, i had installed RSlogix in my PC before 4 months. it worked for me properly till last week. then i had a problem with my Operating system and my system administrator fixed that problem for me. after that my Rockwell softwares are not working. i have a valid license and its validity period is until next year. there is no idea for me on why the softwares dont work. had anyone faced this problem before, or anybody can advice me on this issue. your suggestions are most welcome. pls see the attachments related to the above mentioned problem. Regards Nachi [/INST] Nachi, I would suggest calling Rockwell Tech Support. You've paid for that support by paying for your activation. I don't know of a single user of Rockwell Software that is in favor of their activation method. http://www.rockwellautomation.com/services/onlinephone/ Probably, something in the system has been changed, or overwrited... I would try the following: First, check if the activation .lic files are in the proper place (activation folder indicated in the main Activation Manager window) Check if you can restart the Activation Server (Refresh) Then, try to repair the FactoryTalk Activation Manager (from Control Panel - Add/Remove programs). If you're using a Dongle as Host ID... try to reinstall its drivers from the following website: http://www.aladdin.co.il/support/hasp/hasp4/enduser.aspx If you're using another kind of Host ID, try to check if something has changed in the system due to the administrator repair. Post again with more details, if possible, if you still have problems... - fuzzy logic Please remember to Rate the Comments( ) to enhance the reputation of the User who provided help,or close your Topic using the ( ) button over the answer that solved it. Thanks... Hi, I have downloaded the license with my hard disk serial number. its the same hard disk am using now. also i uninstalled the factory talk activation and installed it. still the problem persisit. can you suggest me with any other possible solutions. regards Nachi I'm agree with TJ at this point, Tech Support can support you better, step by step. There could be something broken with the FactoryTalk Services, or something else in the system that is difficult to understand. I'm afraid, but I strongly suggest to contact the support guys. - fuzzy logic Please remember to Rate the Comments( ) to enhance the reputation of the User who provided help,or close your Topic using the ( ) button over the answer that solved it. Thanks... Hi all, thanks for your comments. the problem is solved now. this is what i did. i had stored the license in two locations. i deleted the activation files in one path. later closed the factory talk activation and rebooted the system. now i am able to get my softwares opened. thanks for your tips and efforts to support. regards Nachi n </s>
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<s>[INST] Impact 1336 Drive We have a few of these older Drives on some Roll Threader machines. We would like to have the readout read the RPMs of the spindle speed. Does anyone know how to change it? [/INST] Hello Dieterman, If you want to view the speed via the HIM please follow these instructions. If not please provide more details as to where/what you are trying to read the values from. 1. Press any key from the status display (HIM). Choose Mode is shown. 2. Press INC or DEC to show Display if you only want to view the value of a parameter. 3. Press ENTER. 4. Press INC or DEC to scroll through the available files. You may choose the following file: Monitor 5. Press ENTER. 6. Press INC or DEC to scroll through the available groups. Motor status group will have speed feedback. 7. Press ENTER. 8. Press INC or DEC to scroll through the parameters for the group you chose. Parameter 81 Motor speed. Parameter 89 Motor Frequency. Link to manual below. 1336 Impact UM Hope this help. n </s>
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<s>[INST] PLC5 TO CLX CONVERSION I have 1771-ASB series-D Firmware Revision-H [/INST] I am afraid that your network's topology is not quite functional. :smileysad:In your Logix5000 application file Project Hardware Tree, you cannot have the 1756-DHRIO module nested behind a 1756 CNet bridge!The two protocols (Remote I/O or DH+ versus ControlNet) are completely different by nature and using different media; most likely, physically and logically the 1756-DHRIO module has to be located within your CLX's Local Rack.The CNet network Keeper is trying to schedule a connection for a node which doesn't talk ControlNet.:smileywink: Hi,Thanks for your reply.But for initial testing I have used a single rack in which slot 0- L62,slot 1-EN2T,slot2-CN2T,slot3-DHRIO but I had same problem as ACTIVE status of 1771-ASB is OFF. About the 1771-ASB led off: If the LED is off, then there is no communication between scanner & adapter. The adapter considers loss of communication if: - It sees no transmissions on the RIO network for 100mS - Sees 255 transmissions onthe RIO, but none are to it. 1. Double check the RIO wires, maybe they're crossed ...2. Double check to have entered all the racks configuration inside the IO tree, considering the number of the chassis slots and the addressing mode used. - fuzzy logic Hi Fuzzy,1) I have cross chked the wires they are correct 1 blue 2 Shield 3 Clear.2)For testing I have just configured single rack having 16 slots with single slot addressing. Pravin If you are quite sure about the wires, please be aware the physical chassis you have (16 slots) will occupy two logical racks using 1 slot addressing mode, also if you've not inserted all the possible modules inside it. Remember to configure also the second logical rack inside the IO tree. - fuzzy logic I think that this poster also has an active thread on the PLCTalk.net website where he's posted more details. http://plctalk.net/qanda/showthread.php?t=60671 He has a PLC-5/60 that is using some Complementary I/O, including Rack 01, and when he goes to test his ControlLogix and 1756-DHRIO he's only using one chassis of the Rack 01 pair. He has very short time windows to do testing on this project, and he's at GMT -3 in the Saudi peninsula while most of the technical expertise on these is at GMT +5 in the East and Midwest USA. On dmargine's comments I took the time to look at the screenshots. In his other thread the poster only recently mentioned ControlNet or Redundancy by posting screenshots. I know that the 1756-DHRIO can be placed in a remote ControlNet chassis. You just have to reschedule the I/O connection every time you add a RIO adapter to the scanlist. You can run into more bandwidth issues than with the DHRIO in the local chassis, but it is a legitimate way to run RIO. The 16#0304 error code shown in the ASB1.jpg screenshot does indicate that RSNetworx for ControlNet needs to be run to schedule this 1771 adapter connection. I recommend doing the RIO testing with the card in the local chassis, then implementing Redundancy and the remote chassis after you have proven and tested the RIO scanning. Hi,Thanks for your reply.I will proceed as you suggested and let you know the result. n </s>
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<s>[INST] Gray Screen on Client Startup FTView SE 5.00 I am sometimes getting a grey screen (as in no display is open) on project client startup on various installations of FTView SE 5.0, all on Windows XP Pro SP2 with the roll up patchs for FT and for FTView SE CPR9. All apps are running on Versaview 15 industrial computers with the Flash RAM hard drive. In order to start the FTView client automatically I place the client file in the Startup menu, so by rebooting the PC the Client is reloaded and almost always the application starts correctly the second time. Rebooting is not an acceptable solution for either myself or my customers. In all cases a Main Display is selected as the initial display. IIS is installed and was installed before FTView. What's up with semi-reliable application startup of the initial display? [/INST] Grey screens are always caused by not having any graphic open. You said that your display client has selected Main Display as the initial graphic. So the options are:1. It never got displayed in the first place2. It was opened and then somehow closed. Check the Factorytalk log for errors - at the very least, it should show us what was happening when you attempted to load the graphic. It will also tell us if any other graphics are being displayed (perhaps configured to Replace instead of Overlay). It would also tell you if the current user did not have security access to the graphic. I am assuming this is a distributed application, so you might also check the IIS log. This is found in C:WindowsSystem32LogfilesW3SVC1. This is just a plaint text file, so it is easiest if you first attempt to display the graphic, get the grey screen, then open this log file and jump right to the bottom. You will see the name of the graphic followed by an HTTP status code (for a list of the meanings, see tech note 20697). HTTP codes that begin with 4 or 5 are problems that need to be resolved. For example, 401 means that the user was denied access at an operating system level. You might also check to make sure there is no VBA in that graphic that could be closing it. Sorry there is no cut-and-dried answer - this normally either works or does not work - no in-between situations that I've ever encountered. Hopefully one of these suggestions points in the right direction. same problem i am also facing in new version of factory talk view SE. but i think problem can be occured because of virus. i also want o know that when display client been run many .exe files also keep running in background. and after closing client file it keeps running. i want it to be run whenever client file is running. whenever i close it it should be closed too. how can i do that? n </s>
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<s>[INST] FTView CurrentUserHasGroup() issue [/INST] Tomasz, I've not seen that specific behavior, so personally, I'd look for more information via the log files. Generally speaking, to troubleshoot a FTVS distributed system... I like to gather all the event log from multiple PC and bring them into Excel where I can filter and sort them. There are two tech notes w/ attachments which will help. The first gathers the event logs and the second bring the into an Excel file. I can do the analysis myself or send these files to tech support. ID: QA48157 | Access Levels: Everyone Script to collect Windows event logs for Windows (32 or 64 bit) operating systems ID: QA56699 | Access Levels: TechConnect EventLog Export Tool for Excel Hi Philip, Thank You for answer. I will look at those scripts. At this moment i created a simple function to check security in a loop In this system i waited almost 9 seconds until got Msgbox koniec . In other system it was unquestionably faster. Overall, there are no errors or clues in the logs. Do you have any ideas for testing? Maybe there is some external software that can test the performance of a Windows domain? Tomasz What was the VBA code that you used in lieu of CurrentUserHasGroup() function? Is it possible to build a single display to test the performance of the VBA code vs the function and then send that to tech support where they can easily repeat that test. n </s>
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<s>[INST] upload from PLC 5 and Remote I/O Adapter Module Setting Hi every body. I uploaded program from PLC-5/20E. My system has Remote I/O Adapter Module that it is connect to PLC-5/20E. In remote I/O rack there are analog modules.In I/O configuration I don't find these analog module and in the program when I want to see setup screen, I have this error. what should I do? [/INST] Hello, Have you checked if in I / O configuration this module has already been added? If not, I advise adding the module to the I / O configuration and redoing the configuration in LADDER. If so, however, click on the module and click on Insert Ladder Rungs and redo the setting in LADDER. I hope I helped. Thanks so much. I uploaded program from PLC . I have not added modules in I / O configuration because I have not wrote this program. I can add but I want to known, is there any way to upload I / O configuration from PLC? It's a pleasure to help, but I don't know how to upload the I / O module. What you can do is: use the base you want to export as the basis for your programming. I hope I helped. n </s>
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<s>[INST] I need to rename it Hello, Factory Talk View Studio, SE Network (localhost). I have a graphic, in the global object, I need to rename it, so I know it will lose the reference. Is it possible to change the name and keep the references? [/INST] rdoliveira I think you will have to re-link the objects Hello, yes this message is informed. how do i re-link the objects? I have many objects related to her. rdoliveira You can modify the LinkBaseObject attribute within the XML representation of the GFX file. Before renaming the GGFX... export the GFX (with the reference to the Original.GGFX) to XML. Open the XML with NotePad ++, change LinkBaseOject to point at the new.GGFX name. Save the XML and import it to update the GFX file. Once all the Links in the GFX files are pointed to the new.GGFX file then rename the original.GGFX to the new.GGFX. Another method would be to duplicate the GGFX and then export all the GFX to NotePad ++ (via XML) to find/replace LinkBaseObject with the new.GGFX. Import these updated XML files to update your GFX files. So, it worked, but very bad, having to do it manually, having a framework, which cannot rename a file and its references. Thanks for your help Philip Hamilton. n </s>
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<s>[INST] Max number of screens for Panelview Component C300 We're looking at using the 2711C-T3M, the panelview component series, C300 and I'm wondering if anyone knows if there is a maximum number of screens we can have on this product. I know the Panelview Plus Compact series limits you to 25 screens, so I'm wondering if the Component series is similar...thanks in advance... [/INST] Recommended Limits for PV Component - displays per application: 50 See Aid 70216 for a complete reference. - fuzzy logic n </s>
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<s>[INST] ME String Display I have a 6182 Panelview, so I am using RSView studio 2.1. I want to display a string from a 1756-L63. I am not having any luck creating a tag to the string data type in RSView Studio. I select the tag name and click OK, and the address never updates. If I select the string.data element, I get an error Analog or digital type can not be used in a string tag.... Is it possible to map a string tag to an L63 in 2.1? [/INST] it would be better if you could buy a PanelView Plus terminal:smileyhappy: Hi Mike, try to see if Aid 9221 could help.... - fuzzy logic Thanks. n </s>
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<s>[INST] SLC 500 IO over ControlNet to L62 processor Summary: Using SLC 500 IO on Control-NetIs it possible to map SLC 500 IO over Control-Net to a C-Logix processor. I have 2 existing racks of SLC 500 IO I want to integrate into a newer L62 / L72 processor. I can use 2 separate racks of 10 is necessary or one logical rack of 20. Suggestions ?? [/INST] The 1747-ACNR can only be placed into the scanlist of a 1747-SCNR or a PLC-5C15 controller. ControlLogix specifically excludes the use of the 1747-ACNR adapter with a Logix-family ControlNet bridge module. Today, the only way to use 1746 I/O with ControlLogix is the 1747-ASB adapter. Very soon (early 2012) RA will be releasing the 1747-AENT adapter for EtherNet/IP that will allow you to use 1746 I/O with ControlLogix over an EtherNet/IP network. I believe the 1747-AENTR (SLC Ethernet Adapter) is already being shipped to AB distributors... It requires Rev.20 Logix Controller Firmware/RSLogix5000 software and SLC I/O eds (available for download)... Guys, here below a link with a different availability date... http://forums.rockwellautomation.com/posts/0c35bc56f5 - fuzzy logic In order to enhance Forum's contributors reputation, please rate the replies you got and remember to close the thread clicking Choose as Best Answer button over the solving answer. Thanks ! n </s>
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<s>[INST] FT Vantagepoint simple counter Summary: How to create a simple counter in VantagepointIs it possible to create a simple counter in Vantagepoint that increments by 1 at midnight everyday. We want to use the counter as our Days since last Accident count. This would also need to be set/reset manually using the ManualDataEntry Function. How can this be achieved? Thank you [/INST] nan n </s>
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<s>[INST] ME Trending Crossed Up Hi, Has anyone come across and overcome an issue with trending in a PVP where when configured for isolated graphing some of the pen icons on the RHS and trend data don't line up with line up with the scale on the LHS. Attached is a screen dump of a trend where you can see that the top 4 pens and their trends are in the correct place and that the bottom 4 are mixed up making it imposable to interpret the data. The far RHS of the image shows live data and is not part of the trend but does show how the pens are stacked in the trend configuration GUI and this does match how the scaling numbers are displayed. On the face of things it seems that some of the latter pen icons and trended data are not in the correct isolated slots in the trend. Thanks for your feedback. [/INST] I have seen the exact problem but have no solution. I was using V5.10 Hi Guys, I believe this technote is a workaround for v5.10... 65216 FactoryTalk View Machine Edition version 5.10 Trend min and max scale issue--Why is my min and max on the wrong pen in my trend? lu, you could have find a possible solution, but the indicated technote isn't accessible from outside Rockwell Automation... :smileysurprised: 69Firebird, if you would like, send me a Private Message with your e-mail address, I may send you back some notes about it. - fuzzy logic Hi All, problem sorted! Once I noted that another member had the same issue and was running the same version as me 5.10. I put it down to an application bug and contacted tech support their response was to look at the tech note (but as mentioned above it is not a public doc). The tech support staff then dictated the work around to me over the phone as follows - “Place a next pen button on the problem trend screen and test run the graphic display. Use the next pen button to properly align the pens to the correct scale. Stop the test run, remove the next pen button and save the graphic display. This seemed to work but I had to wait for the trend to start showing data before it would realign correctly after pushing the next pen button. Thanks guys. PS. Although I love these trends they are a little buggie and I think the development team could put a but of effort into making them a little more trouble free and user friendly. Wow, good solution - I just happened to run it to this today. That IS an unbelievably sad bug. For what Rockwell gouges (oops, charges) for the software you would think that could be fixed. n </s>
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<s>[INST] Micro820 When it is planned a premiere of Micro820 PLC (Micro810 : 20pt / 26pt.) . In the previous brochure this unit was shown, but in the new brochure this unit is disappeared. [/INST] As far as I know, it will not change the name... will still be a Micro 810. It is planned for hardware Release 2, but I've not a date to share... maybe either Fabio or Rick will be able to add infos. - fuzzy logic In order to enhance the reputation of the Forum's contributors, please rate the replies you got and remember to close the thread clicking Choose as Best Answer button over the solving answer. Thanks ! n </s>
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<s>[INST] Engineering from two or more computer on the project! Summary: multiple engineering Hi It is possible to engineer an FT View SE application from different computers at the same time? Thank you very much in advanced! Bye [/INST] Yes. You just don't want to edit the same HMI screen at the same time. If you have one studio license and multiple computers that can see that license across the network the other computers will just run in grace mode. Just make sure that the engineers aren't trying to edit the same screen, object, or datalog at the same time or they will overwrite each others changes. n </s>
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<s>[INST] PLC 5 battery Summary: Acceptable PLC 5/40B replacement battery voltage.Has anyone successfully used a battery in a 5/40B that is nominally 3.6V instead of the standard 3.0V? I ordered a replacement PLC 5/40B battery from a battery supplier and it is 3.6V. [/INST] I thought they were all 3.6 since they are lithium cells. But I'm looking at one that I removed form a 5/20, the AA sized one and its 3.6V . Next to that I have the one with the pigtail (BR-A 1770-XYC) and it says 3.0 V So I guess I was wrong about that. You have a pigtailed one that's 3.6? Yes. They sent me a pigtailed one that is 3.6 V. First time I ever saw one that wasn't 3.0 V. So you had a 3.6 V in a 5/20 that worked OK? If you mean the AA style without a pigtail - it's all I ever used. I just looked and that battery goes into a 5/15...the 5/20's I have are indeed 3.0V pigtailed batteries. My gut tells me it would be OK since the 5/15 uses the higher voltage (and its under 5v)... but I have not done it. Sorry I can help more. I will say that I have enough spares that I would certainly try it myself. n </s>
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<s>[INST] 1794-L34 lost program Hi, I have more than 40 FlexLogix PLC. Today morning I found 20 without program. Power supply was good and also batteries. Some batteries was changed not more then one month ago. What can cause this? Firmware: 16.20Device: 1794-L34 FlexLogix 5434 Controller Thanks. [/INST] Did you check Aid 45709 ? There is a Service Advisory for this controllers and the firmware you're using.... :smileysad: Hope this helps… - fuzzy logic I hope you will read this :smileytongue: Thanks for link to KB, I have to upgrade fw in FLX asap.... M. PROBLEM WITH UPGRADE Met somebody with this type of error? I was connected with serial cable - DF1 port. Second problem, I can not return to previous fw 13.33, because of the same result Thanks. another fault... thanks. Window with text:AB_ASA.DLLFailed to communicated to the target device.An unknown communication error code was received from the target device. Hi, check to be with the processor Key in Remote Program mode, before start the upgrade.... Also, start the ControlFlash utility from Start, Programs. Do not start ControlFlash from RSLogix software. If using a dual core PC, disable the dual core functionality for ControlFlash. To do this, start the ControlFLASH program. Go to the Windows Task Manager, and go to the 'Processes' Tab. Right-click on the 'ControlFLASH.exe' in the column Image Name, and select 'Set Affinity'. De-select CPUs until only one CPU is selected, then click 'OK'. Return to the ControlFLASH program and begin the firmware flash to the controller. If this step is performed initially in ControlFLASH 6.00.03 before a failed download has occurred, then ControlFLASH 6.00.03 can be used to update the firmware on the controller. Hope this helps… - fuzzy logic Everything was as you wrote.... :smileysad: We use DELL Latitude D600 and D610 laptops with centrino CPUs. I didnt find 'Set Affinity' in task manager. We tried both ways of start CF Utility. I have two log files from upgrade, I will send it to RA support and wait.... Hmmm.... just a question...which version of RSLinx are you using?Being sure to use the last one would be better. Also, when you select the processor via DF1, be sure to not expand the processor.Open the DF1 driver, expand it so that you can see the processor and click over it. Do NOT expand on the processor. - fuzzy logic It could be a problem with ControlFlash. You can try to remove it and install it again. Or maybe the controller is totally stuck. If the firmware is corrupted you can't do anything at all. Fuzzy,this I know... Problem is solved. Very simple. I use 1788-CNC card to connet Flex to controlnet. Direct connection between PCMCIA Cnet card and 1788-CNC didnt work. So I connect FLX to the Cnet network (with 1756-CNB).After this I was able to see it in Linx (btw, ver 2.54 Prof) and use ControlFlash for upgrade.This steps was recommended from RA Support.But when is possibility connect only through DF1, for this I dont have answer. M. n </s>
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<s>[INST] PF 400 output current fluctuations Summary: pf400 output current is fluctuation too muchhoping all you are doing great. here is new the problem, PF 400 3-phase 25Hp drive is having issue. in telephonic discussion with site person he told me that there are total 7 drives out of which 2 drives is having issues. these drives are connected with motor and motor is coupled with load via Belt system. Load is FAN and application is blower. drives are working fine when load is uncoupled with motor. Issue is that during operation current fluctuations can be observed from 15 amps to 45 amps and motor is producing too much noise. I already told them to set basic motor parameters and to increase PWM frequency from 4khz to 6khz but it wasn't making much difference. also compensation mode to set at both(electrical and mechanical) sometimes drive is also faulting at F7. accl dcl time is above 50sec. boost select is at 0.0 no IR, what else can be done to overcome this issue. regards. [/INST] Is this a new installation, or have they been running normally for some time and the problem suddenly cropped up? What is the nameplate data for the motor? What is the exact part number for the PF400 drive? All 7 systems are identical, but 2 do not function correctly. What is different about those 2? Are the belts tensioned in the same manner as the other 5, and tensioned to the same amount? Do the fans spin freely by hand (is there something wrong with the bearings)? Many questions, but they all need to be answered to diagnose this problem. hoping you are doing great. sorry for late reply. Yes this is new installation. motor is of 15 KW and drive is of 18 KW. I had cross checked the nameplate data and it was fine. drive catlog no is: 22C-D038A103-18.5kw All 7 applications are identical but in two systems they had used belt between fan and motor and facing the problem in the same. i had not visited the site personally, so i can't tell you about the belt tensions. Try setting a longer accel time. Default is 10 seconds. Try 20 or 30 seconds. n </s>
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<s>[INST] gateways in Rockwell Scada Summary: ICX35-HWC configuration in RSLogixKindly, we will be using many ICX35-HWC industrial cellular gateways, in a big Rockwell Scada project. How will they show up in the main station of the Scada? What will distinguish each one, inside the RSLogix engineering software? Thank you [/INST] HI, You can distinguish them by the IP address in info screen? Also you might want to consider another product myBOX from mySCADA can talk natively with RA Controllers and have LTE connectivity. Here is a link https://www.myscada.org/mybox/ Dan n </s>
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<s>[INST] Micrologix 1400 1766-L32BWA Hello, I have a question, by mistake I connected to this controller with a 24 V power supply to the 24V output on the controller. Is there a chance that this driver will work properly or is it scrap? [/INST] I would bet money it's OK as long as you didn't reverse the polarity. Let me know if I won. n </s>
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<s>[INST] Display third party webpage on FTViewME 6.10 PV+1250 Summary: Display third party webpage on FTViewME 6.1 I have system with FTViewSE 6.1 (workstation) and FTViewME 6.1 (PV+1250). I can display third party UV System webpage over the LAN on FTViewSE local edition. How can I display the same webpage with FTViewME 6.1 (PV+1250)? Thanks, Labotska [/INST] Welcome to the Forum ! See the following technote: 31315 - Web Browser ActiveX Control for RSView Machine Edition Station - fuzzy logic In order to enhance the reputation of the Forum's contributors, please rate the replies you got and remember to close the thread clicking Choose as Best Answer button over the solving answer. Thanks ! n </s>
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<s>[INST] Factory talk 13 (CPR 9 SR 13) Symbol factory crashes when searching So when I use the symbol factory to include an image, when I use the search tool, if there is nothing found, symbol factory crashes. The way to duplicate this problem. Objects>Push Button>Button.....draw button let next window popup. Go to Up Appearance Tab> Image Settings>Use image reference Click ellipses>Launch Library> Use Search box and search for traffic. She-Bang/Crash/Shish Boom Bah. How can I fix this. I have searched but the best thing that returns is V6 symbol factory and the comma item. Unhelpful Thank you [/INST] Bogart, I followed that procedure and it didn't crash and I can Paste from Library Interesting. I dont seem to have those symbols. Try searching for something else that is not in there and see if yours crashes then. Well then, Yeah Im the lucky one. n </s>
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<s>[INST] Corrupted screen I have had a problem with screens with push buttons. Initially the display opens as expected. When the first push button is pressed, all of the push buttons on the screen show the Error state. The problem is a corrupted GFX file. I have corrected this problem in the past by saving then reloading the GFX file but forgot how it is done (proceedure). Can anyone help me out here. [/INST] Hmmm, sounds like you might be talking about exporting and importing the screen ... If you right click on the display name in the Display tree in Studio, you can export the screen to a XML file. Then, reimport it to a new screen. I don't know if that will help, but that's at least how you export/import screens. JHutch That is not it. It has something to do with RSLinx NG. The buttons work (start, stop, etc.) but the display goes to ERROR on every button. RSLinxNG.xml doesn't have anything to do with GFX files. That's the configuration file that holds the comms configuration data (which may be corrupted). If you blow that away and replace it with the default file, you'll lose all your comms config information and it'll have to be recreated by hand. See this technote for instructions on removing the file: http://rockwellautomation.custhelp.com/cgi-bin/rockwellautomation.cfg/php/enduser/std_adp.php?p_faqid=25748 JHutch I've seen this issue when there is a bad tag address on the display. The best way to find the bad tag is to test the display in FTStudio (in Test display mode). Thank you Alex B!! It was the Runtime Database file in the cache that was corrupted. I deleted the directory and rebooted to fix it. Thanks again. The solution is to delete the C:Documents and SettingsAll UsersDocumentsRSView EnterpriseMEHMI projectsPROJECT NAMEcacheRDMDATA directory then reboot the computer. The runtime database is then reconstructed and the problem is fixed. I have not used the Test Display mode. I haven't been able to find documentation on what it does or how to use it. I would be most grateful if you could enlighten me. Thanks This answer may sound flippant ... but it Tests (the) Display. ;) It runs that one display as if it were running on your runtime device, but it uses the local tab shortcut to find the processor tags instead of the target tab. Let's you see if that screen does and shows what you expect it to. JHutch n </s>
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<s>[INST] Prosoft MVI56-MCM with Controllogix L63 Dear All, RSLogix 5000 is providing facility to add ladders online without downloading the program.Can I add Prosoft MVI56-MCM module this way (Online) and then its ladder online? If yes How? Bhavesh [/INST] Welcome to the Forum ! Yes, you can add generic 1756 modules like the MVI56 series to the ControlLogix I/O configuration online during run mode in v16 and later firmware. I imported a ladder routine, AOI, and I/O module definition online during run mode for a MVI56E-MCMR last week in RSLogix 5000 v17 and it worked flawlessly. I am using an L62 and Ver.18.11 I tried it except when done the module would not connect to the processor. Any ideas as to why this happened. What is the Error code in the I/O connection ? If you post details about the process you used and the errors you encountered (maybe post the *.ACD file, as a minimum), then Forum members might be able to determine where the process went wrong. In my case I had the luxury of setting up the AOI and test logic in a test lab and verifying that it worked, before importing a known-working configuration into a running controller. n </s>
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<s>[INST] Copy Integer Registers to Float Summary: Copy Word CPW Instruction used for Integer Registers to Foat with Length 1How does the CPW instruction work in Micrologix 1400 [Integers to Real]? How does the COP instruction work in Compactlogix [Integers to Real]? I have used CPW instruction to Copy both Signed & Unsigned Integers to Float Registers with Lengh 1. Is there any guideline to understand the conversion from Int to Float? [/INST] The cop function only copies the Bit pattern. If you would like to copy a value from int to real you should use the mov function if you copy a int for exampe 11 to a float you will get 11.0 if you copy a float to int, the value will be rounded the CPW instruction DOES NOT work the same as the SLC COP command. when the CPW is used to copy input words to floating point words or floating point words to output words, it doesn't swap words like the SLC COP command does. Thanks Kamerling, What happen to bit pattern when we copy Signed Integer to Float? I have copied 2 x LINTs to Float register with length 2 [ CPW #L15:2 #F17:0 2 ] L15:2 = 1131725900; F17:0 = 244.7668 How ML1400 processor is calculating the same? I don't know what you are asking. If you use the CPW instruction (according to my knowledge, but I never used it) you copy the bits and not the value. With the move function you van move a value n </s>
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<s>[INST] Version 19 (& earlier) on Windows 7 Logix5000 v19 is now supported on some flavours of Windows 7. If I buy v19 and install previous versions (v18, v17 etc.) from the v19 product are they then supported on Windows 7? Mike [/INST] RSLogix 5000 software versions earlier than version 19 are not supported on Microsoft Windows 7 operating systems at this time and have not been tested on those operating systems, also if installed from v19 disk. - fuzzy logic Thanks for the quick answer. So we must to continue to use XP until we have no pre v.19 systems out there to support? That effectively means XP forever unless we update older systems to use v.19, not necessarily a trivial thing to do if an engineer has been called out on a priority support issue. Mike (I sound like a broken record on these sorts of things!) I would recommend that you use VMWare Player (free) with an XP image: http://www.vmware.com/products/player/ Either that, or use XP Virtual Mode in Windows 7. That would be the easiest way to handle working with a Windows 7 machine. You don't HAVE to stick with Windows XP as the main OS on your engineer computers. I guess VMWare is 'the' way to go as Rockwell at least have a statement on that. Tried Logix5000 v16 in XP mode on a brand new Windows 7 laptop - it worked fine in demo mode (no activation installed) but with an activation installed it crashed on startup every time. Removed the activation and it ran OK. Gave up and requested downgrade to XP... Mike That's odd that the activation would crash it. What Host ID did you use? Also, were you using the newer Activation Manager, or the older Activation Tool? (I sound like a broken record on these sorts of things!) If this is your specialist subject :smileywink: then I have thought of another question... If I install v.19 on Windows 7, and the earlier versions in a VM, then they won't be able to share one activation. So if buying Logix5000 from scratch for that scenario then I'm going to need a 'new' paper-style activation for v.19 and an earlier disk-based-type activation for the earlier versions. All very messy. I see from the f.19 release notes that although the earlier versions are not supported on Windows 7 they will in fact install. Which might be interesting. Mike The older tool, evmovecf, EVRSI activation. Mike does V19 support the EVRs activation?.. Here from RS5000 v19 release notes: EvRSI activation will be replaced by the FactoryTalk Activation utility in a future release..... EvRSI activation is not supported for Windows 7 operating systems. If you are using EvRSI activation, please contact your local Rockwell Automation Sales office or Rockwell Automation Services & Support for information on migrating your activations to FactoryTalk Activation software. - fuzzy logic good information Ken, so the window 7 is the one inhibiting my EVRs not to work?.. hmm.. so must used VMware.. instead.. Ken ?! :smileyvery-happy: - fuzzy logic Quite frankly, it's easier to move to a FactoryTalk activation than just using VMWare because the activation scheme is incompatible with the Windows 7 OS. If you're talking real software incompatibilities (i.e. v18 of 5000 and before...), then it's a different story. You'll need to have FactoryTalk Activations after CPR 10 anyway. Gents, I'm running V18 under Windows 7 32 bit without any trouble... What kind of trouble should I expect?Even with V19 installed, it seems to give no problems with V18. Jack I have installed Ver 18,17 & 16 also FTV Studio on XPMode Win7 Profesional 32Bit , concurrent activations attached to host PC HD, FT Activation Manager installed on both Win7 and XpMode VM ,the one installed on VM has the Win7 Real PC set as a licences server , so licences on physical PC can be shared with the VM Jack.. Rockwell say its not guaranted since with was not tested, me too using Window 7 for my Logix version 17 .. but if you have problem (RSlogix5K) you cannot find answer..this is the trouble ..:) And that's a pitty:smileysad: For many reasons you have to go with Windows 7, and there are many older systems which have to be supported.We have a ControlLogix L55 here which can not be updated to a version higher than V13..??, so if there is trouble, I've to install another CPU..? Jack n </s>
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<s>[INST] Setting the I.P. Address thru CompactLogix Ladder Summary: I need to be able to set the I.P address of my ENBT module thru a L43 processor ladder codeI need to be able to set the I.P address of my ENBT module thru my L43 processor ladder logix. I have a Panelview Plus 1000 and my customer wants a screen where they can hook-up and set the I.P. Address of the control system. I am communicating to a CompactLogix L43 Processor using the 1768-ENBT module. Has anyone done this? Or even been able to read the I.P. address through the processor? Thanks! [/INST] I suggest to read the following technote: Aid 27917 - Setting CompactLogix L35E EtherNet I/P Address - fuzzy logic Please remember to Rate the Comments( ) to enhance the reputation of the User who provided help,or close your Topic using the ( ) button over the answer that solved it. Thanks... ??? - fuzzy logic Fuzzy_Logic, I am new to this forum, I cant find the response I sent to your first answer, I assume from your second response, you were able to read it? I'm afraid but I can't see your second comment... the post's body is empty... Anyway, I think the indicated technote inside my first answer could be useful for you... it is for L3xE controller, but the procedure for your controller should be the same: only the Ethernet/IP module path is different. Did you look at that technote ? - fuzzy logic Please remember to Rate the Comments( ) to enhance the reputation of the User who provided help,or close your Topic using the ( ) button over the answer that solved it. Thanks... I just posted again and it looks like it is empty again, i hope not I am getting tired of typing the same answer. I am going to try it again. I have a Panelview Plus 1000 that can communicate with (7) different L43 processors, it is only connected to (1) at a time. I am using (7) different parameter files within the PPV once I have determined through the PLC which one I am connect to, the correct main menu comes up, which loads the correct file. The problem that I have regarding changing the I.P. Address is once I change the PLC address my PPV will not be able to communicate with the Processor because there is no way to dynamically change the Device Shortcut with the PPV. Ok, I got your comment. Sadly, I've to say there isn't a way to change the Device Shortcut dinamically in the application (as far as I now) So, either you change the IP address of your controller like suggested in previous posts, or you may change the device shortcut manually inside the PVP Terminal Settings, but for this last you've to stop the running application and let operators enter the Configuration menu (not a great idea, IMO) - fuzzy logic Please remember to Rate the Comments( ) to enhance the reputation of the User who provided help,or close your Topic using the ( ) button over the answer that solved it. Thanks... You might consider an alternative solution. Configure tags for all 7 PLCs in your PV application. Then use a parameter file to use the appropriate tags for the PLC to which you are currently connected. n </s>
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<s>[INST] formula for calculating the volume of a horizontal cylinder in us gallons Summary: formula for calculating the volume of a horizontal cylinder in gallons Hi All. Anyone now of a AOI to calculate the volume in us gallons in a horizontal cylinder...? [/INST] http://www.aqua-calc.com/calculate/volume-in-a-horizontal-cylinder OR http://www.hagra.nl/glossary/convertors/horizontal-tank-volume-calculator.html 1 gallon = 231 in³ This should be enough for you to create the AOI. n </s>
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<s>[INST] 1769-L33ER I/O Lights Summary: I/O light will not come onI have a CompactLogix 1769-L33ER controller that got hit by lighting. I had to replace 2 I/O cards on the rack. Sense I have replaced them the I/O light on the processor will not light. Any suggestion on what the problem might be and how to fix it? [/INST] Can you go online and see if there any faults? is there a project running in the plc? do you have the io configured? n </s>
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<s>[INST] Trip Amplifier solution Hi,This is manish Goyal ,I just want to know , any inbuilt instruction is available in Logix5000 to eliminate the physically installed trip amplifier, because i want to develop the trip amplifier logic in PLC. .if anybody have some idea, Please let me know about that. Thanks & Regards [/INST] Trip Amplifier ?! :smileysurprised: - fuzzy logic hi,Its analog signal amplifier which having some trip setting , based on that it gives the digtal output . Manish Goyal Manish, please add some informations...which processor, which analog module, which trip level you expect to modify etc. Or, if I have wrongly understood your needs, please clarify. - fuzzy logic HI I think Manish is talking about an alarm Limit, a piece of harware with an analog input like 4-20 ma ; 0 -10 VCD or Temp and with one or several adjustable digital outs to certain level of input, RSL5K ALMA instruction can be used used to acomplish a software solution like that R Walle So can the ALM instruction if you are using Function Block or Structured Text. Or get the PlantPAx Process Library and try the P_AIn, P_AInAdv or P_AInDual instructions. These have faceplates that let people with suitable rights (maintenance, typically) adjust the limits right from the HMI. Or just use a GRT or LES instruction with an OTE of a bit with the result of the comparison! Good Luck!Dale, W8ABZ n </s>
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<s>[INST] ControlLogix PID Bumpless Transfer Summary: How to setup PID for bumpless transferStart off with a control valve in manual at say 60%. When operator changes the controller to auto, the output from the PID output to the valve instantly goes to 0% open. How do I set up the PID so the valve doesn't move when going from manual to auto and vice versa? [/INST] If you search for PID in the Logix 5000 help file index, there is an entry for bumpless transfer (3rd entry under PID). Cutting and pasting from the help file: Anti-reset Windup and Bumpless Transfer From Manual To Auto (PID) The PID instruction automatically avoids reset windup by preventing the integral term from accumulating whenever the CV output reaches its maximum or minimum values, as set by .MAXO and .MINO. The accumulated integral term remains frozen until the CV output drops below its maximum limit or rises above its minimum limit. Then normal integral accumulation automatically resumes. The PID instruction supports two manual modes of control: Manual Mode of Control Description software manual (.SWM) also known as set output mode lets the user set the output % from the software The set output (.SO) value is used as the output of the loop. The set output value typically comes from an operator input from an operator interface device. manual (.MO) takes the tieback value, as an input, and adjusts its internal variables to generate the same value at the output The tieback input to the PID instruction is scaled to 0-100% according to the values of .MINTIE and .MAXTIE and is used as the output of the loop. The tieback input typically comes from the output of a hardware hand/auto station which is bypassing the output from the controller. Note: Manual mode overrides software manual mode if both mode bits are set on. The PID instruction also automatically provides bumpless transfers from software manual mode to auto mode or from manual to auto mode. The PID instruction back-calculates the value of the integral accumulation term required to make the CV output track either the set output (.SO) value in software manual mode or the tieback input in manual mode. In this manner, when the loop switches to auto mode, the CV output starts off from the set output or tieback value and no bump in output value occurs. The PID instruction can also automatically provide a bumpless transfer from manual to auto even if integral control is not used (i.e. Ki = 0). In this case the instruction modifies the .BIAS term to make the CV output track either the set output or tieback values. When automatic control is resumed, the .BIAS term will maintain its last value. You can disable back-calculation of the .BIAS term by setting the .NOBC bit in the PID data structure. Be aware that if you set .NOBC true, the PID instruction no longer provides a bumpless transfer from manual to auto when integral control is not used. Thanks. I am confused. Do I need to incorporate the tieback function on the PID and/or add rungs of logic to make this work? This valve can be operated with 2 separate PIDs (level or flow depending what is chosen) on rungs 96 and 103. Please advise on what I need to do for bumpless transfer. Yeah, the way I do it is whenever .MO (PLC manual) is true, write your desired output to .TIE. Otherwise, when in .SWM, the HMI will write to the .SO. Hopefully this helps: Also, make sure your scaling is set correctly: Start at page 634 of the link below: http://literature.rockwellautomation.com/idc/groups/literature/documents/rm/1756-rm003_-en-p.pdf i think you have to use he .swm when using rung 96 set rung 103 to swm and copy the output of 96 to 103 and vica versa n </s>
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<s>[INST] Hmi tag import / export wizard automation Hello everybody I work for an organization that treats wastewater. We are in the process of migrating 200 pumping stations to another communication system. I made a script allowing the conversion of the hmi tags to answer the new structure. But what makes me lose a lot of time is the importation of the tags in supervision. The tag import / export wizard software is very slow (browse to the project... browse to the files etc... ) It's always the same . I would like to incorporate into my script the automatic import of new tags without going through the graphical interface of this software. Is there a way to use it by passing parameters in command line from dos or powershell Thanks for your answers Chris [/INST] Here is an alternative perspective: Are all 200 Different developments with Different tags and structures? If so, do they have to be? Or can you build a common Project that addresses all 200 units. You can address different requirements in SE with Startup macros where you call different startup screens, ME is similar. This would also reduce your work now and make future support easier. SE and ME projects can be updated on the target system by copying the files from the project Folders Rather than having to go through and manually update each. This is great on SE local systems because once everything is setup up its just a matter of copy/paste. The process for ME is still a bit complicated but this copy/paste method can improve workflow some. Once you have a common project it's just a matter of restoring it to each system. You could even use a hard drive image process for versaviews, if you wanted. n </s>
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<s>[INST] Unable to rename controller name from a 1768-L43S Controller (offline) I can not change the controller name from a 1768-L43S controller. The controller is offline and the security is unlocked. [/INST] Hey Norbert Probably your controller is locked for safety? Did this solve your problem? the Problem is solved. Controller is unlocked delete the digial Signature -> rename Controller -> create a new signature Good to hear you solved it. Even better that you replied with your solution. n </s>
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<s>[INST] Kinetix 350 Summary: The Motion Group is not in the synchronized state.Hello, i'm having trouble with a Kinetix 350 Motion controller ( 1.55) tie to a CompactLogix PLC (21.11), i'm trying to finalize the tuning of the system but every time i try, auto tune, polarity test, etc or send a manual motion command, the system return that message the motion group is not in the synchronize state.... verify all the clock and they are synchronized... what else ??? [/INST] Try to double check what is indicated in the following technote: https://rockwellautomation.custhelp.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/582078 - fuzzy logic In order to enhance the reputation of the Forum's contributors, please rate the replies you got and remember to close the thread clicking Choose as Best Answer button over the solving answer. Thanks ! Thx Fuzzy, we have some really good quality Cisco switch manage for PLC but believe it or not that was the problem as the tech note refers.... I just bypass that switch with a cheap one from stores and it start working perfect !!!! n </s>
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<s>[INST] Enabling Equipment Sequence Summary: Trying to get started with SequenceManagerHi, I am trying to get started with SequenceManager. On the User guide, it explains how to create an Equipment Sequence (file -> New component -> Equipment Sequence). However, this option is not available for me in my studio 5000. All I can create is new Program or Equipment Phase. How do I make the Equipment Sequence an option? Thanks! [/INST] probably you don't have the professional edition of studio 5000 https://literature.rockwellautomation.com/idc/groups/literature/documents/qr/9324-qr001_-en-p.pdf For creating SequenceManager you need the prof edition of the software n </s>
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<s>[INST] Upload Error , 1756-L71 Redundant , the project has redundancy disable I want to upload PLC Program with Studio 5000 and I installed all fimware and AOP. The project have redundant 1756-L71 Controllers. redundancy tab in Connect to upload advance button is disable and when i select file for upload bellow error appear. The project has redundancy disabled. Controller fimware with a minor revision of .49 or Lower is required. [/INST] Please take a look here https://rockwellautomation.custhelp.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/1060516 I have Studio 5000 v30.00 and I can't find update to v30.01. I can't download v30.01 too. I have to buy it. I have Studio 5000 v30.00 and I can't find update to v30.01. I can't download v30.01 too. I have to buy it. Go to https://compatibility.rockwellautomation.com/Pages/Home.aspx Then click on Software Downloads by Serial Number Fill in your serial number and matching key (or other item) then search for studio 5000 then you should be able to select the correct version number with the drop down box V30.01.01 is the latest n </s>
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<s>[INST] Compactlogix configuration???? Summary: I need to know If can I conect 8 I/O module 1 Processor to a Compactlogix without expantion rack Mi architecture is 1769-l32E processor 1769-PA2 Power supply 1769-OW16 x 3 module Out 1769-IA16 x 5 module In Can I to conect this 10 elements without to use any expantion????? I did the current consume for the P S, and it is ok, but i don't know If the comunication buss supports it.... Best Regards EG [/INST] Well, L32E does support up to 16 I/O modules. Without expansion bank, the maximum configuration would be: processor, 3 modules, PS, 8 modules, ECR (that means up to 11 I/O modules). After that you've also to consider power consumption of every module and maximum available current to either side of your PS. Your particular configuration, using the PA2 Power Supply, requires some expedients to work correctly (I mean modules should be located in a particular order) My suggestion is, in the EXACT order: L32E, IA16, IA16, PA2, IA16, IA16, IA16, OW16, OW16, OW16, ECR - fuzzy logic Please remember to Rate the Comments( ) to enhance the reputation of the User who provided help,or close your Topic using the ( ) button over the answer that solved it. Thanks... n </s>
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<s>[INST] Ethernet/IP SLC Comm Module I have heard rumers of an Ethernet/IP Communications Module that will fit into a SLC rack and be used as Ethernet I/O. Is this in development? [/INST] Usually I only hear this discussed in the context of wouldn't it be neat if.... Since the 1747-ACNR15 is specifically built so that it can't be used to run SLC I/O with ControlLogix on ControlNet, I can't see that the same commercial logic would lead to the building of an EtherNet/IP adapter module. It's technically feasible, but the commercial projections might only come up to a few hundred modules a year, which isn't enough to pay for the development, testing, and certification of a new product. I'm certainly willing to be incorrect, or out of the loop (I'm in field service, not sales or development), but I haven't heard about such a module being under development. The proven method for using SLC I/O chassis with ControlLogix is to use the 1747-ASB and a Remote I/O scanner, either the 1756-DHRIO or the 1756-RIO. n </s>
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<s>[INST] FTView v11.0 supporting older PLC 1769 L32E Summary: Upgrading the SCADA (v5.10 to V11.0) and keep the PLC as it is (1769 L32 E)Hi, Current Setup: Controller: 1769 L32 E FW: v17.005 Logic Version: 17.0 SCADA: V5.10 (on Win 32) Up-gradation plan: PLC: 1769 L32 E SCADA: V11.0 ( OS: Windows 10) Our initial approach is to upgrade the existing SCADA v5.10 to V11.0 (done already) and deploy on Windows 10. Remove the existing Runime and move to the latest V11.0. No change in PLC at this moment. Kindly share your thoughts whether this up-gradation will work with the existing PLC 1769 L32E and what are the challenges in supporting this model? Thanks & Regards, Senthil. [/INST] 1769-L32E is obsolete. An L30ER or L33ER is your easiest upgrade path. If you don't upgrade the hardware now, you should at least consider upgrading the firmware of the L32E to the highest the hardware will accept (V20). V20 is supported by Win10 according to Rockwell's Product Compatibility and Download Center (link below). V17 is not explicitly supported on Win10 (it may or may not work, I've had it go both ways). If you don't upgrade the L32E, The PCDC site indicates it should work fine with FT View SE V11. I would give the L30ER or L33ER serious consideration as part of your upgrade. Doing it now in a controlled manner is far better doing it in a panic if the L32E fails. Physically, the L30ER and L33ER are drop-in replacements for the L32E. Total time to do such a conversion is about 20 minutes, less if you pre-flash the new processor to desired firmware version: Upload program from L32E Change the processor definition in the program to be the new processor with desired firmware version (suggest going 30 or 32) Power down system Remove L32ER Install L33ER Power up Flash new processor to desired firmware Download converted program DONE. Thanks for your reply... Our original plan is to upgrade both but start first with SCADA up-gradation fromv5.10 to v11 and WIndows XP to Windows 10 x64. As mentioned by you, if the controller in its current status (1769-L32 E, FW: v17.001) supports Windows 10 running FTView SE v11.0 we don't consider Firmware up-gradation of v20. Later, we will replace with L33ER. Thanks & Regards, Senthil. n </s>
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<s>[INST] How to Create Circular Chart / Trend How to Create Circular Chart / Trend using Historical Data from FT View ODBC Datalog. In FTView SE there is Trends to display historical data as chart, can the same is converted for circular chart?. if data is collected & made available in any database, is there any workaround possible to create circular charts? [/INST] If you mean to have a graphical representation of an hardware Circular Chart, there isn't a way to have this inside View SE.Trends are only in linear representation. Maybe other third party software can do this, using a database exported as ODBC Datalog from View SE. Or you may try to search for a third party Activex to insert in your View SE application in order to do this. - fuzzy logic yes, requirement is to have graphical representation of an hardware circular chart. data singals given to the circular chart can be stored in any database.any VB or .NET application samples are avilable to address the need. n </s>
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<s>[INST] Panelview 1000 w/ CompactLogic L43 Required Training Hello All, I am new to Rockwell and starting a new position maintaining Panelview 1000 panels. I need to know what training is offered - Should attend. I Found very good documentation from the manuals website. But would love hands on training or Online training. Any suggestions? Best Regards. [/INST] HERE is the Training web site with many informations available but.... I suggest to get in touch with your Rockwell Automation representative to explain your needs and be helped to find the right solution for you; that is the best way. - fuzzy logic n </s>
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<s>[INST] Need helping sizing drive Summary: I'm in need of help sizing a motor and drive. I may be incorrectly using Motion Analyzer software. I’m attempting to size a motor and drive for an application I’m working on. It involves winding paper at maximum tensions of 15lbs at a max speed of 50 feet per minute. That would be considered worst case scenario. I’m using the Motion Analyzer software and am having a hard time deciding on motor and drive. From the load alone, the calculated horse power needed to keep a tension of 15 lbs and 50 fpm is .0227 horse power. It would be ideal to run this at 120V. However, when I’m putting in these parameters to motion analyzer, I’m getting barely any solutions found. The solutions that I do find are not very good either. For example, the one solution offered to me gave me a 6.4 KW motor with a 3 KW drive. Now, why would I need such a large motor when working with only .0227 horse power? Would this have anything to do with trying to use the drives and motors at 120V? I realize this would require a larger current. Is it possible that only more powerful motors/drives are able to handle increase current levels? Or is it likely that I’m modeling my application incorrectly? [/INST] If you're using Motion Analyser, could you share the file here? Sure Teague, the numbers I see for your application don't make a lot of sense. Just to verify - your roll is 1mm wide, with an inner diameter of 39mm (that's the core adapter), and an outer diameter of 390mm? I see the density and the resulting 1.5kg mass. The 1mm width is what is throwing me - it seems unusual. What version of Motion Analyser are you using? If you're using 6 or 7, there are several advanced application templates which better simulate your winder application. Working with the file you sent me, all you need to get the motor you are expecting is a reduction ratio. Adding a speed reducer to the transmission will drastically decrease the size of the motor as you desire. To see a real benefit, with your numbers, you'll need speed reduction of at least 10:1; 15:1 is even better. That's a large ratio for things like spur gears or belt and pulley drives. 10:1 is the largest ratio you can get for a single-stage planetary gear reducer. If you want 15:1 or 20:1, I'd suggest a planetary reducer combined with a 1.5:1 or 2:1 timing belt drive. Regarding your questioning of how wide the roll is, I selected the mass option. The mass option relies on the user to input the mass of the object. For this option, it only requires the diameter of the roll (I recently changed the paper towel to be considered a hollow segment with inner and outer diameter). However, when you select the mass option, does not let you enter the length of the load, that is only used when using the density option. For density, you're required to supply a volume which is why is needs the length of the load. Isn't this correct? Regarding the transmission, that makes sense. I appreciate the response. How would I go about finding the winding template? I'm using the most up to date version off of rockwell's website. Start Motion Analyser. Select START under SIZE AND SELECT from the two options on the initial screen. Click the SELECT under APPLICATIONS TEMPLATES. Under Application Type, use the pulldown to select ADVANCED TEMPLATE. Click NEXT at the lower right. Click the radio button for WINDER / UNWINDER. Click LAUNCH and fill out the information that shows up in the pop-up box. Ah thank you. This is much more relevant to my application now. However, I do have another question. Say I were to fill out the information for a simple winder application. As the winding diameter becomes bigger and keeping a constant linear speed of the material being wound, shouldn't the velocity in RPM gradually decrease? However, the motion profile shows that the velocity initially increases rapidly and than decreases rapidly before settling on a constant RPM. Also, the torque plotted shows that the torque goes from zero and jumps immediately to a constant number and stays there. If the roll was winding and increasing in diameter, the torque required should need to increase since the web tension is meant to be held constant. I'm going to attach the simulation, I must have set something incorrectly? Teague, I can't look at this until Monday evening. I'll respond then. I suspect though, that you selected something surface drive or something similar in description. That would explain the results you see. There might be a choice for center drive or center wind, which would give the results you're talking about. Alternatively, it might be just the worst case (highest inertia, full roll). n </s>
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<s>[INST] FT ViewStudio 5.00 (CPR9) Tools/Transfer of ME project hangs This problem has appeared in this release, and also was in the last release.It has been observed on two different laptops. When in the Studio environment, and selecting Tools, Transfer, the file does transfer correctly to the PV+, but, *sometimes* (about 1 out of 5 times), after the download, the transfer utility is hung. That is, the EXIT button is greyed out. There is no ill effect on the PV+. The corrective action is to invoke Task Manager, and kill the task. Afterwards, all is well. Since this is clearly a bug, is it on a 'known annomolies' list somewhere? [/INST] Yep, it's known and documented: http://rockwellautomation.custhelp.com/cgi-bin/rockwellautomation.cfg/php/enduser/std_adp.php?p_faqid=49417 JHutch Thanks, this has happened to me quite alot. Nice to know the answer is what I already do now. I thought there would be a valid explanation or fix. I assume AB will fix it eventually. n </s>
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<s>[INST] Change Active Topic Summary: How do I Change the active topic in RSLinxI have RSLinx Classic Single Node on this computer, it only allows me to have one active topic in RSLinx. What I need is to Stop the Active Topic and change to another Topic. We have over 50 different ControlLogix and CompactLogix PLC's that are collecting data. I use Excel VBA to Interrogate all the PLC's for data mining via DDE communications. The only way I know to change the Topic is to terminate RSLinx and restart it however this forces me to close all the PLC programs and HMI programs that I have open. Please help, I'm sure I've missed something small Thanks Randy [/INST] I never used it. but try searching in the help file, search for: @switchtopic n </s>
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<s>[INST] PVc Emulator download is slooow All the downloads for the Component Level Panel view on the link below take forever to download. Download rate is 28kb/sec....takes hours. I've tried adjusting my firewall settings but does not help. Downloads from other websites perform just fine.It must be something in my antivirus or firewall.Anyone have any suggestions? http://www.ab.com/eoi/graphicterminals/downloads.html [/INST] dh, maybe the problem is related to congestion in the Rockwell server... I mean too many downloads active at a moment... or limited bandwidth available... :smileysurprised: I've tried 10 minutes ago, download speed was about 72KB/sec (that is actually the maximum speed from my location...) Also I'm trying right now, download speed is 59KB/sec ... :smileysad: I suggest to try again later... - fuzzy logic Thanks for looking into it. I'm gald to know it's not just me.I'll just do other work while it downloads. dh n </s>
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<s>[INST] Control Logix Produced/Consumed behavior on connection failure What happens to a consumed tag when the connection to the producer is lost? Does the tag simply maintain last state? Or go to 0? Or what? [/INST] The connection to the Producer will Timeout with an error, the Consumed Tag will mantain the last received value. Hope this helps… - fuzzy logic n </s>
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<s>[INST] VBA access to FTV User fields Summary: Is there a function available to access Full Name, Description, e-mail etcI'd like to be able to user a swipe card code as the user's description or e-mail in order to do a look up when they swipe there card to log in. Is there a VBA function that reads this information from the list of configured users? The goal is to: 1. Have the user use his company card (swipe card) and then enter a password to log into the HMI (FTV SE). I have the card reader working, but all it does is enter the 5 digit card code in a field. The card code changes when the cards go bad, so I don't want to use that as the username. I could do this with a lookup table to a text file, but I'd rather use a field already provided (but never used) such as the user description or email field. [/INST] Are you saying that every time a card goes bad the new card is given the username and email field? Yes, the photo ID cards each have a unique code. When a user replaces their card, the number will be different. The idea would be to change a field in the user config (email or description) to the new code#. The Username is the same, Then the code would do a look up on whatever field has code# and match it to the user attempting to login. n </s>
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<s>[INST] Need help with programming Summary: Turning a boolean register on or offI am needing to turn a Boolean register on and off. Having issues with formats and not sure how to do it. I appreciate any help. The logic is when the machine is ready to run and after a specific amount of time, I want to change the state of a Boolean register to off. I tried to move a zero into the register but I get the format error. Any help is appreciated. [/INST] It would be helpful if you post a snapshot of the logic with problems and other one showing the error message. Here are screenshots Also, does anyone know how to print the ladder and I/O list like in Logix500 if possible? right click program in project organiser and select document generator Instead of a MOV instruction you could try a RESET COIL instruction. this might not work depending on how or where you set or energize the tag T0015. To print project, in the Project organizer right click on controller and click on Document Generator (print) Thanks, it works! Could someone provide instructions on how program a numeric increment decrement bottom using PV800 and micrologix 1400? n </s>
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<s>[INST] FTView SE mouse over capability? Is it possible in FTView SE to apply animations to objects based on the pressence of the mouse cursor over an object? What I would like to do is create a SCADA application with navigation based on drop down menus. To do this I would like to open a menu graphic display when the mouse cursor is moved over the menu text, then close the menu graphic display when the mouse has moved off the menu. I looked at the available VB events associated with a simple text object but the list was limited. Any ideas? [/INST] wak, see if this helps... http://www.access-programmers.co.uk/forums/archive /index.php/t-25206.htmlhttp://www.vbforums.com/showthread.php?p=2742459&h ighlight=CommandButton1 I'm not an expert on VBA... just give it a try... - fuzzy logic Not all objects have a MouseOver event defined. If it doesn't appear in the list, then it is not available. I looked at a few of the objects and the closest I can see is a MouseDown/MouseUp event. Could you use these instead? Thanks guys for the responses. I know how to use the mouse over event for an object and have done so in many other VBA capable programs. I was surprised to see that FTView uses VBA but the objects do not include some events and methods that are exposed in other programs (ie mouse over). The idea was that when the user moved the mouse over an object I wanted to open a disaplay using the mouse over event that apperently is non-existant. Try to look at this example of menu navigation, it's made with MS-TreeView all information about opening screens I have stored in Access Database. http://forums.rockwellautomation.com/t5/forums/forumtopicpage/board-id/FTStudio/message-id/202 n </s>
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<s>[INST] SecurityControls.ocx and Active Displays I have a problem where my overview display takes about 15 minutes to come up. After that everything is fine, but it is that first time which is the killer. After days and days of troubleshooting, we were able to determine that there was a problem with the Overview Display itself. As a work around, we found by using any other display as the startup display the display would come up immediately and we could immediately switch to the Overview page and it would come up immediately then too. In determing the difference between the two, the Overview page had SecurityControls.ocx on the page. I would like to know the following: 1. What is happening to cause the 13-15 minute time out before finally starting? 2. Is there something I can do resolve this issue besides removing all securitycontrols.ocx from the page. btw, I inheirited this system and I have no idea of what securitycontrols.ocx actually are or do. Geoffry [/INST] Hi Geoffry, The Security Controls are a pair of ActiveX controls that Rockwell makes: 1. The User Name Label - this is used to show who is logged on at the RAD client (as opposed to who is logged onto RSView32 on the server).2. The Security Button - this button checks user security to see if the current user has the required privileges for the action contained in the button press. For more details on the controls themselves, see tech note 35762. As to why it would take 15 minutes to launch them, that I can't say. You should probably check the Windows event logs on both client and server to see if there are any clues there. The IIS log files (located by default in C:WindowsSystem32Logfileswwwsvc1) might also show you a clue, though these are more cryptic and might require a call to Tech Support to interpret. The thing to remember with these files is when you see the GET operation for the desired screen, the HTTP code next to the display name should be either 200 or 304. Any 400 or 500 number is a bad thing. I am assuming the following: You can PING by name in both directions (client from server, server from client)PING response time is in the single- or double-digit millisecond response times.You either are using a domain controller for authentication or have identical usernames/passwords on the clients and servers. n </s>
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<s>[INST] View ME Trending Summary: Using Historical Trending & Indirect Pen addresses I have an application using View V6.10 and a Panelview Plus 1500 where I have several motors that I need to graph the Hz, and Amps for. I only want to see trending on one motor, at a time. My thought is to create ONE trend with 2 pens and use Load Pushbuttons on the screen to move the correct values into the correct pen. While this works fine for Real Time trending, I got asked to provide Historical trending..... Knowing how View ME is, am I asking for headaches to try and use just one trend? If I do, will the correct historical values be displayed for each motor? I feel like Pen 1 will display the historical value of Pen 1 which could be different, depending on the motor. Or, should I just create a separate trend for each motor? Is there a limitation on the number of Trends with ME and this Panelview? Or is there another way to accomplish what I'm trying to do? Thanks, in advance. [/INST] ME/panelview can only have one datalog model. If you put all your motor data tags into your datalog model, you can show historical data later on a trend display and use placehoders (#) to determine what pens are shown when the display showing the trend loads. You can put your trend on a popup window and pass the placeholders as parameters called by a display button for each motor. You could also consider logging the data points to your PLC's data table and then plotting the values using a bunch of bargraph displays on the panelview. n </s>
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<s>[INST] FT NetworkManager V1.11.00 [/INST] Hi Duncan! Are Stratix switches licensed in FTNM? Also, if you have REP topology in FTNM, it should monitor and show REP faults even without SNMP traps (will check every periodic scan, not immediate alarm like with traps). Have to license REP switches for any REP alarm to work. If you do have REP switches licensed, see if REP topology overlay shows up correctly, and you can see REP data in the switch view (there is a separate tab for REP status). For discovery, I recommend using IP Scan and creating separate discovery profiles for each known IP range. Discover Related is probably first hop only like you said. Hi Duncan, In addition to Eduard's comment, from experience I know that the firewall might be blocking the SNMP traps from the switches. You can verify by (briefly) disabling the firewall, or by adding the rules in the Windows firewall to allow these traps. These can be found in the Quick Start Guide under System Prerequisites. After allowing, generate a new SNMP trap. Hope this helps. Hi Lesley. Thanks for your reply. I have checked the firewall and all of the necessay ports are enabled. When I run a discovery for my 5 network managed switches they are found and appear in the Inventory but are marked as 'Unlicensed' and have the blue exclamation mark. When I took out my subscription to FTNM I chose 6 switches as we may be adding one in the future. Where can I see these 6 licenses within FTNM and why isn't it allocating licenses to these switches? The blue exclamation mark indicates that 'This device cannot be moved to licensed state because of a failure' but the things it lists to check are very generic and surely if I set up the switch as shown in the Pre-configuration requirements there should be no failure? Finally, I have checked the IOS versions on my switches and I have: 4-off Stratix 5400 with IOS 15.2(5)EA (Crypto) UNIVERSAL 1-off Stratix 5700 with IOS 15.2(6)E0a (Crypto) UNIVERSAL It appears that only the Stratix 5700 is supported by FTNM. Should I upgrade the Startix 5400's to IOS 15.2(4)EA1, IOS 15.2(4)EA or IOS 15.2(4)EA5? Hi Duncan, A blue exclamation mark next to the discovered switch means that it cannot access certain information on the switch, e.g. SSH or telnet, HTTPS (admin user) and typically is because of a password that is not matching. Also when SNMP credentials are not matching - community string for v2c or user, password and authentication & encryption level for v3 - it will show this exclamation mark. In order (to be able) to license the switch, you will need to make sure that you have entered a matching Admin level user in the Discovery Profile that is also available on the switch (e.g. user created during express setup). Don't forget the enable password. When these settings have been verified, you will need to first delete these switches from the inventory before rediscovering them again (otherwise they will be skipped in the discovery). Looking at the firmware you are using, most likely some settings like telnet, SSH and SNMP v3 are not available via the Device Manager. In order to have access to them, I would recommend to upgrade to a more recent firmware version - latest currently is v15.2(8)E1 (the ones you mention are older versions). As a note: the release notes wrongly mention v15.2(8)E2 as being supported instead of E1. This needs to be E1. In addition, when you want to make use of SSH and SNMPv3 management protocols (adding encryption and authentication) instead of telnet and SNMP v2c, you might want to consider setting up your switches again with express setup (clean configuration that also renews the certificates and strengthens password encryption levels). You can also recreate the certificate manually, but this requires some CLI commands. See following technote for guidance: BF24804 - Stratix Switches Display Invalid or Expired Certificate Message When using telnet and SNMP v2c or doing a new express setup after firmware upgrade, the above is not needed. Additional information that might help: QA63417 - FactoryTalk Network Manager: Network Discovery BF9475 - FactoryTalk Network Manager License Error Guided Tours in FactoryTalk Network Manager (drop down from Help icon) Kind regards, n </s>
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<s>[INST] PF525 Rating Table Object? Hi all, I'm reworking an AOI I wrote for the PowerFlex 525 and am diving into the DPI objects documented in 520com-um001_-en-e.pdf. One parameter I originally put to use to establish parameter ranges is D367 [Drive Type]. I made use of QA20724 to get rated horsepower, power, current, output voltage range, input voltage, and rated current, but the code to produce this is a little involved at 140 lines. I came across a reference to a Rating Table Object in the above manual and am hoping to see if Rockwell can divulge a little more info about it and whether it provides a more straightforward way of determining these parameter ranges. I'm perfectly happy sticking to D367 if there's instead some formulaic way of determining this information. Thanks! [/INST] JeremyM IDK about the Rating Table Object... but based upon the text provided, I can take a guess. In the case of PF750, I know there are over 1700 parameters in the Parameter Object. When looking at a 5 HP vs 500 HP, the parameter list is identical, however, the values (min, max, default) will be different. As it turns out, only 17 of the 1700 parameters are related to the power structure. So I think this table is for those 17 parameters to show the min, max, default that would change bases upon the power structure. For example: The output current (or anything related to current) is different (in terms of min, max, default) for a 5 HP vs 500 HP. Circling back... DPI Parameter instance attribute 20 is a rare gem. I hope it is implemented in all Rockwell drives with DPI interfaces. I am able to now: treat PF525 parameters as 32-bit values, soft-aligning it with the 753/755's parameters. reduce a 2400 line AOI to 400 lines of structured text read every parameter on the drive in 250 milliseconds fully handle parameter updates from the AOI (and by extension, HMI/SCADA) implement dynamic Data Links (for time / connection-sensitive parameters) Of the parameters, 223 are reserved. Of those that exist, 177 are read-only, which leaves 331 of them to ever worry with about limits. That leaves the remaining challenge to compact the instance-backing UDT with a storage strategy that takes those properties into account. The PowerFlex 525 does not support the Rating Table Object. It is only present in the PowerFlex 750-Series drives. Thank you both for the replies. I've gotten a much more compact block than what I was working with before to parse DPI Parameter object attribute 7 (Online) and it includes limits per parameter per drive, which I think is the difference from attribute 6 (Offline) which supplies absolute limits across all models. Out of curiosity, I had it parse the Reserved parameter ranges and they didn't reveal much more than a Descriptor field and zeros for the rest. For what it's worth, this is about the most efficient means I could come up with of parsing the drive's parameters. CIP class 0x67, Instance 1, Attribute 0, Service 0x4B Jeremy, I went down a similar path and what I learned... I would not do it again today. If you want to comprehensively configure the system e.g. a PF750 drive... then use the EWS e.g. Logix Designer and the AOP. When building an AOI and faceplate to configure the PF750, you are re-inventing the wheel. All the tags have to be scaled, enumerated, range checked, and etc. To do every parameter in every device... It's a lot of work. Using Logix Designer has the advantage of centralized management of device configuration... Drives, E300... anything in the IO tree. You can configure it, monitor it, secure it, audit it, back it up. Back in 2008 I created a P_PF750Cfg AOI and faceplates. It was ADC, before ADC existed. From a PV+, you could scroll through and access every parameter in the PF750 and the ENET2 adapter (Host and Device parameters). Although there were over 1700 parameters in the drive alone, most people only modified a few.... maybe 30 parameters or less per object. As they browsed the 1700 parameters, I kept track of which ones where changed (non-default) and I stored the non-default in the inside the AOI in tcontroller. I also captured the NVS checksum on each DPI Object so I knew if anything was modified (outside of my control). On initial connection of ethernet, if the checksum was wrong, I would factory reset that object and then download the non-default data that was previously stored in the AOI. If the datalinks were wrong, the AOI inhibited the IO connect, fixed the datalinks, and then started the IO connection. I also had logic to capture diagnostics and event... very similar to Automatic Diagnostics and Analytics in v34. I also did AOP and faceplates for the configuration and status of PF700, E300, DLR, Statix. The whole thing was tied to FactoryTalk AssetCentre so tag changes in the controller and keypress on the PV+ was captured in the FTAC SQL tables. That's some really good info and this is becoming a gem of a discussion! The initial goals with my first 525 AOI iteration were to just a) provide control and b) read a subset of the parameters. Easy enough. When shipping systems with lots of drives, it became a little cumbersome to make changes during machine commissioning (and day-to-day use) when using the ADC because of the need to place the controller into Program mode and then back into Run to push managed parameter changes. I don't know if that's still the case, but it mattered then. The other pressing reason (to myself) is that the AOP/ADC mechanism provides no visibility to the controller (and by extension an HMI/SCADA). In the v1 AOI, I didn't attempt to try leveraging the DPI parameter instance attributes themselves and went straight into doing scattered reads and single writes for detected changes on actual values. So that meant coding the reads, determining the limits per model (like above), performing comparisons, and write flag code for each and every parameter of interest. Sometimes it was easy, with Output Ratio for example, since I just wanted it to remain at '1.0' no matter. For the interesting stuff like being able to leverage free I/O by driving the relay, opto, or analog outputs on the drive with program code, I needed their Level, On Delay, Off Delay, Limits, and so on. So it got complex and... large. A bit of the same for generically reading analog inputs and digital inputs. I finished the initial v2 incarnation last night and the code for change detection and updates is inside 30 lines... for all parameters. As you alluded to about your block, I've only included a comprehensive subset of the drives total parameter count - *** I'm still working on an internal storage solution to optimize for read-only vs. read-write parameters *** and to also make it easy for another programmer to add or remove parameters of interest from the block, but the memory use reduction by dint of sheer code reduction is enormous. AOI instances are kilobytes larger than before, but it far and away beats 1/4 of an L306's memory blocks being burned by a single AOI's code before instantiating anything. *** What would help enormously is knowing if there's some address-of operator we haven't been told about or if it is possible to attach an alias to a something[atVariableIndex] rather than just a something[atFixedIndex]. *** And stuff like this happens as fast as the relevant parameter change is detected in the AOI: One thing I eventually learned was to basically make each drive instance a public member scoped to their own program (process or equipment module code would be their own). It made consistent naming easy, HMI faceplates/naming/parameters vastly easier, and a programmer could create fixed, application/role-specific configs in a simple subroutine when needed: One of the limitations of the 525 AOP was that it would key the CIP connection to the specific model of 525. At times (parts shortages, customer spec for minimum HP ratings for inventory control, and so on) we were having to delete and rebuild connections en masse. I opted for the Generic Ethernet module instead because it was easy to copy/paste inside/among projects and the customer would only be tasked with putting an IP address into a replacement drive if the original failed. If they only had on hand a drive of a higher horsepower, it would work like its predecessor since the motor nameplate data persisted. With some investigation, I discovered that the AOP handles DataLinks during the connection initiation of the drive with its own hidden Connection:C structure, hence why I'm passing the Generic's connection byte array into the AOI - it can already see what the DataLinks are, but now it can detect the discrepancy in actual vs set, inhibit the connection, make the correct change to the connection bytes, uninhibit, and resume. Only when the drive is inactive, of course. Now I find out that I really don't need to modify the 'Connection:C' array at all. So long as the Config size in the generic module is zero, one can update DataLinks via messaging followed by brief inhibits. The VFD always seems to populate the incoming DataLink if the Input assembly is at least the minimal size for it and ostensibly only treats the Config data array as a form of parameter keying. All zeros = no parameter keying as far as I can tell. JeremyM, What are your goals for creating your PF525 AOI and faceplate? Operate Display the input/output data (plus datalinks) on the faceplate. Pass the input/output data (plus datalinks) to your control strategy. Engineering Configure or view the device parameters. e.g. motor NP data from a faceplate Maintenance Automatic device replacement. If the replacement device is compatible, then ADC can push the configuration. Compatible keying means you define the basement in the IO tree and if the field device is at that level or higher, it is compatible. To put driver parameters on the HMI, you don't have to bring that data through the controller, the HMI can directly R/W all the parameters in the drive via FTLinx shortcut directly to the drive (using EDS-based parameters**, or Class, Instance, Attribute). **EhterNet/IP drives generally do not have EDS parameters populated, but you can get that section from the DeviceNet version. I'd use the CIA shortcut. When using generic, you have not ADC. If you use the PF AOP, then you can have ADC. You do not need to use exact match. Compatible keying will work. One thing that I haven't tried is to turn off the keying to see if ADC still works. If have a feeling electronic keying and ADC are independent. I don't have detailed experience with PF525, but the PF750 IO connection and datalinks didn't care about the power structure of the drive. For the PF750, I was using the AOP with keying disabled... ADC didn't exist (2018)... I could put a 5HP or 50HP in the field and the controller did not care... it would start the IO connection. I could even use a PF755 in leu of the PF753 (because electronic keying was disabled) and the IO connection would work. So if the IO connection works, how do you take care of the non-default, device-specific parameters? Well, I wrote my own solution, but I think ADC could work today. I specifically tested this with PF750 and compatible keying. I didn't try to disable keying and putting a larger drive in the field (different catalog number). What are your goals for creating your PF525 AOI and faceplate? Operate Display the input/output data (plus datalinks) on the faceplate. Not directly - the AOI handles the scaling and presents data in their human-friendly forms. Pass the input/output data (plus datalinks) to your control strategy. Same as above. We might be talking along semantic differences, so I just wanted to clarify. The idea behind is that nothing except a) the IO connection itself or b) a managed code block interacts with IO data directly. I even make it a point to mark the external access for the <conn>:I, <conn>:O, and <conn>:C data as Read-Only in Studio or the project L5X. Engineering Configure or view the device parameters. e.g. motor NP data from a faceplate. Yes. This is hugely helpful to many a customer in my experience. Another perk is that parameters such as MinFreq or MaxFreq are tied back to recipe parameter limits, so that HMI keypad reconfigures, recompiles, downloads, and so on aren't necessary. Production operator just gets Engineering/Maintenance to update the relevant drive parameter and... done. Maintenance Automatic device replacement. If the replacement device is compatible, then ADC can push the configuration. Compatible keying means you define the basement in the IO tree and if the field device is at that level or higher, it is compatible. Yes - however - the difference in behavior between this AOI and ADC is that ADC requires controller Run->Program->Run transitions to update parameters. ADC may have changed since the time I used it, but the requirement that production effectively comes to a halt over miniscule parameter changes made it a non-starter (especially when sensitive parameters are already protected from change while the drive is in the active state, even at the level of firmware. [the AOI respects the DPI Parameter Attribute 20 descriptor bit NotWritableWhenEnabled anyway and won't even attempt to write to one marked as such]). One thing I wanted to add is that the AOI's cyclical read messaging will determine whether incoming read parameters are already established as DataLinks and will defer their value update to the what's contained in IO data instead of Message data. One of the goals with dynamically established DataLinks was to be able to prioritize the updates of parameter values being read in the less deterministic Class 3 method. In addition it maintains what exactly the drive should do with its consumed DataLinks in the event of a comm loss. Still wondering - is there an address-of or index-of operator or extended tag property that can be put to use? Jeremy, I didn't understand address-of or index-of operator so I had to Google it. *** What would help enormously is knowing if there's some address-of operator we haven't been told about or if it is possible to attach an alias to a something[atVariableIndex] rather than just a something[atFixedIndex]. *** In C++ address-of operator will return the hexadecimal value of the memory location... I guess, so you can have two (or more) references to the same memory location. An alias tag in Logix points to the same memory location as the base tag but that assignment is done at designtime because in the compile code, everything is evaluated against the memory location... hence you cannot change the alias tag assignment in the running code. Because you cannot online change the alias, you'd have to a copy or assignment statement in your application... that means two memory locations and a function or instruction that must be scheduled for execution. I guess what I'm asking is whether Logix5K supports unofficially or through some Rockwell-internal method the use of pointers-to-void or pointers-to-type that can be assigned the address of another thing so I can generically iterate over a loosely homogenous structure's members (consisting of DINT or REAL only, but every member is always 4 bytes). I only intend to use this internally in this AOI for cleaner and faster data management. I suspect there's already some metadata (or tag extended property) that has the precompiled address. One piece of evidence is the use of Size and Offset member properties in UDT types. If that's the case and it's available through some tag .@ accessor like a handful of others are, I'm 115% all ears. (^ per QA65340) My solution right now consists of a pair of interface UDTs whose members are aliased by the AOI's inputs/outputs. One of these UDTs represents the actual parameter value and the other the writable parameter value. Each is backed via translate-and-COP DINT arrays (SP or PV in their drive-native forms). Jeremy, All the parameter values in the PF750 are 32-bit. An individual parameter might be DINT, FLOAT, or BOOL[32]. So I had to find a way to store my Favorite Parameters in a list. I looked at the parameter datatype and either use a copy or move. On the HMI I didn't use a Numeric display but rather a String Display object.. that way, you don't need to worry about the number of decimal places. Thanks Philip, I'm working with the PF525 with its 16-bit native parameters, though. With the PCCC read, I'm able to retrieve them in contiguous 16-bit payloads, COP them into a raw INT/UINT array locally, then assign them to the AOI's 32-bit PV output parameters using the DPI parameter object attributes. That much is solved. This then requires another array of 32-bit containers to pull off tying values to the AOI output parameters (to meet the human-friendly DINT/REAL type differences). ------ a) PCCCRead to buffer array b) Scale per parameter, if necessary and COP each to DINTarray[index] c) COP entire DINTarray[] to UDT: PVUDT.OutputSpeed (REAL), aliased by AOI output Val_OutputSpeed ... PVUDT.DCBusVoltage (DINT), aliased by AOI output Val_DCBusVoltage PVUDT.DriveStatus (DINT), aliased by AOI output Val_DriveStatus ------ This all works, but what I'm asking is if the UDT element Size and Offset properties above can be leveraged to bypass the need for DINTarray[] outright? What do these UDT properties do? How are they and others exposed for use? FWIW, how I pull in DPI attribute 20 in structured text. I avoid the strings for now - just focusing on the parameter itself. Have I run into Rockwell's Firewall of Knowledge with this one? If it's licensed information, I'm still interested. To circle back, I came up with a compression method in the AOI to get all the parameters, their formula factors, and limits to exist within quite a small space. However... I was up late last night and studied the list of the returned 731 instances from the drive and realized that they all have the same scaling factors - knowing that they can instead exist as a handful of constants (or simply use the number of decimal points for scaling (4 bits of the instance Descriptor)) ended up eliminating 8 bytes per parameter (nearly 6KB!). Knowing that this stuff can directly be used for other DPI devices, Would Rockwell have a demo PowerFlex 753/755/755T kit they (or the Dallas office) can lend for some additional testing? Do these drives' parameters also coincide in using the same scaling factors? Does the Armor PowerFlex use DPI objects? Can I borrow one of those for testing either way? JeremyM The PF750 series is a modular platform that uses DPI bus. The 520 is not that modular and it use DSI bus. The Armor PowerFlex User Manual has an Excel sheet attachment which details the CIP object. The DPI object is not listed. n </s>
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<s>[INST] Local Messages with history Hello all and thanks in advance for any help. Ok, so we are going to have an expert system interface that will be taking actions on various systems. The customer would like the ability to see the status of those actions and a few lines of past actions taken. I have the local message display working, but there is no way to see the last few actions taken. I was thinking about using an activeX control with a read from a datalog for a single string tag, but how to display say, the last five entries is beyond my abilities......until someone here enlightens me of course. :smileyhappy: Any suggestions/help will be much appreciated. [/INST] Which HMI are we talking about here? SE? ME? Maybe RSView32? That will greatly impact the optians available to you. Duh. Sorry, FTView SE 5.0 n </s>
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<s>[INST] Powerflex 525 Output Voltage Hello, I am looking to use a PowerFlex 525 drive with a 480 VAC 3 phase input, and use it to drive a 220 VAC 3 phase motor. In the manual it says the output voltage is 0 .. rated voltage. Does this mean that I can use the PowerFlex change both the voltage and the frequency? I've never done it before but if I can save on buying a transformer I would like to. [/INST] You'll set that up in the motor nameplate data. Remember the output current of the drive will be more on 230V motor than for 480v at the same size. I'm moving this thread to Drives, Motion Control and Low Voltage Products, where it is better suited. If you are not already a member of the Drives, Motion Control and Low Voltage Products and want to continue this conversation, you will be prompted to join that community. Thank you, fuzzy logic Please don't forget to use the LIKE button and highlight the decisive answer : REPLY > Make Best Answer Hi James, You do need to be aware that the 220v Motor will be exposed to the DC Bus levels of around 680 Volts minimum and possibly as high as 2000V at the motor terminals depending on motor lead length etc. There's a really great technote here... PowerFlex AC Drive running a Lower Voltage Motor On a Higher Voltage Drive Input Drive ...which goes into some detail about how you could go about it. n </s>
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<s>[INST] FactoryTalk View Studio :smileyhappy: Hello everybody!!! I have a customer application which is running in a standalone HMI. The customer has only a runtime license, it means, FactoryTalk View SE Station 100 Displays. My question is: if I go on commissioning, maybe I need to do some changes, should I be able to open FactoryTalk View Studio with a dongle? Or what should I do? The activation type is Concurrent. I would be appreciate your advice. Kind regards, Yari [/INST] Hi. If the ViewStudio is installed on customer PC, and FactoryTalk activation has been linked to the dongle, no problem. - fuzzy logic Fuzzy logic, It means, I have to Activate the dongle for this computer? Or what do you mean with linked? Kind regards Sorry Jg Yari, maybe I was not clear... :smileysad: You have to use FactoryTalk Activation tool on that computer to select, as Host ID for activation, the dongle.After that, when your dongle will be inserted in an USB port of that PC, your studio will activate normally. Note:You may use your dongle on many PCs, one at a time; that means you can select as HostID the same dongle on many PCs. Hope this helps.... :smileywink:- fuzzy logic :smileyhappy: Many thanks... I did and is still working... Have a nice day :smileyvery-happy: n </s>
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<s>[INST] Removall Flash Player I have the RSLinx Classic 4.21.00 CPR 9 SR 12.0 software installed on some equipment, I was asked to uninstall the Flash Player from the equipment, but the software is dependent on Flash Player. I would like to check if the software has an upgrade or remain with the same version, just uninstall the Flash Player without the application stopping working. [/INST] Hi Melo, Welcome to Rockwell Automation Community ! The Adobe Flash Player is used for viewing multimedia contents by RSLogix 5000/Studio 5000 Online Books. If Adobe Flash Player is uninstalled, it will prevent user from viewing those but will not effect the software running. Please refer to RA KB RSLogix 5000/Studio 5000: The Purpose of Adobe Flash Player for more detail. n </s>
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<s>[INST] PrintDisplay is ignored when issued from development environement or an HMI server HiI am using a standalone version of FT View SE and trying to print a display when an event occurs. I am getting the error message above.As I have created a '.CLI' file and launched that file, the command was not issued from the development environment. Does that mean I cannot print a display from an event on a standalone FTView? However I can print the display if I use a pushbutton with the command 'PrintDisplay'. ThanksCooltyphoon [/INST] Any command run by an Event Detector will execute at the HMI server hosting the event file, not at a client. Depending on the command, that command may or may not be valid when issued at the HMI server. For example, if a PrintDisplay command is executed from the Event Detector (or a command line), the following warning will appear: The command 'PrintDisplay' is ignored when issued from the development environment or an HMI Server See Aid 22007 to understand how to possibly solve.... The command PrintDisplay has to be run on the Client side, this is the reason why you are able to run it using a command on a button. Hope this helps… - fuzzy logic n </s>
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<s>[INST] FTView v13 crash [/INST] FT Patches Up to date? Windows Updates up to date? How is the communication path to your shortcut configured? Hi Adam, There is applied patch from august 2022, Windows was updated on may 2022.Updates with DCOM Hardening changes are not applied I got 2 FTL servers on different computers Tags are linked like that Before this error, the system ran for a year without any major problems like this one Something I have been practicing for a while, and something I am recently noticing as being more important, is to set the path all the way to the backplane of the controller. Open the tree on the controller and keep letting it browse until you see the project name, not just the IP address. This sounds more like a communication error than an application error; I assume, looking at the images, that your system time comes from the PLC. The September 2022 patches are out now, which I am also seeing Patches as being more and more important. I had a colleague Monday who could not get a ME runtime in the test environment to communicate with his physical PLC, 2 hours of troubleshooting and everything was configured right. He ran patches and suddenly the system worked, he had not had any other issues. I, myself, currently have 3 identical SE VersaViews where 2 will use {0} to define a label from an expression, the 3rd unit has to have an HMI tag defined as {0A} with 0 as the value before it will work correctly; I assume it is also Patch related. This software is more and more unstable as Windows itself becomes less and less reliable. Hi Adam, Thank You for response. I changed paths as You suggest. System time comes from HMI system tags. This was not be a problem There is another observation. The system stuck when I click tagbrowser and after reset FTDirectory it starts working and also TagBrowser appears. This is similat to this Technote: FactoryTalk View SE: Tags wireframe and can't open Tag Browser when using KEPServerEx as a data server (custhelp.com) But i'm not using KepServerEx. I'm usuing KepServerEnterprise. I will test this solutions and give feedback on this topic. Also newest patch will be applied I was able to clear up my issue with patches, now it accepts both {0} and {0A} with a value of 0. Quality product. n </s>
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<s>[INST] Powerflex 755 not reaching speed command We have a Powerflex 755 Drive that will not reach the commanded frequency setpoint. The Logic is telling the drive to run at 60Hz however the HIM is only reading about 6-8Hz. The motor barely, if at all spins at this Frequency and is a jumpy. Any ideas what might be causing this? [/INST] It would help if we knew how you had it setup. Direction Mode (Parameter 308) Speed Ref A Sel (Parameter 545) Anything else you can add that would help? Probably motor stalled, check motor and load condition, try raising the starting torque Thank you for the replies, The problem was traced back to a faulty termination on the C phase in the motor junction box. n </s>
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<s>[INST] PowerFlex 525 Difference NP RPM vz Output RPM Hello. May I ask you for one information about status data from Powerflex 525. We setup RPm according nameplate of motor to 1440 rpm. But when we start FD and run at 50Hz/100%. Actual value of RPM P15 Output RPM is 1500 RPM. Location is Europe, so the value max. herts is set up to 50Hz. Can you explain the difference. Thank you. [/INST] Hello Harajdic, A couple of questions. Have you tuned the drive to the motor using P040 [Autotune] What is the value of parameter d375 [Speed Feedback] when running at full speed? Are you using an encoder? What is the value of p039[Torque Perf Mode] Thanks n </s>
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<s>[INST] Error message trying to restore a FactoryTalk View Studio ME application version: 8.20.00 (CPR 9 SR... Summary: Error message: The APA contains newer FactoryTalk Directry information. To successfully restore the APA, you must update the FactoryTalk Services Platform to version 2.90.0.172 or later.After installing FactoryTalk Studio ME version 8.20.00, when trying to restore an application created by another computer, the following error message pops up: The APA contains newer FactoryTalk Directry information. To successfully restore the APA, you must update the FactoryTalk Services Platform to version 2.90.0.172 or later. I tried to follow the following article but It didn't work. Anybody had the same problem and have a solution? [/INST] Welcome to the Forum ! Probably the PC where the .APA has been created contains a different version of FactoryTalk Services Platform than yours. To resolve the issue install the same (or newer) version of the FactoryTalk Services Platform . If the versions match, install same patches revision on both machines. Find and download FactoryTalk Services Platform versions here: https://compatibility.rockwellautomation.com/Pages/MultiProductFindDownloads.aspx?crumb=112&refSoft=1&toggleState=&versions=50663 - fuzzy logic In order to enhance the reputation of the Forum's contributors, please rate the replies you got and remember to close the thread clicking Choose as Best Answer button over the solving answer. Thanks ! n </s>
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<s>[INST] Are pre-engage discussions (from over 1-1/2 years ago) still available? Hi, I have not used the Rockwell online forums for over a year and a half. I don't think the platform was called Engage the last time I used them. I logged on today hoping I could find a few discussions I had started and received helpful replies for. I have not had any luck finding them. I was hoping there might be a location where I could see a list of threads that I participated in. When I couldn't find such a location, I tried searching for my username, but didn't have any luck this way either. Can anyone here tell me if discussions from over 1-1/2 years ago are still available? If old discussions are available, any tip on how I might be able to find the ones I participated in will be greatly appreciated. Thanks and best regards, Paul [/INST] Hi Paul. Welcome back to Engage! Discussions from 1-1/2 years ago are available on Engage. When we migrated content from the previous forums (in May of 2021), we sent an email asking participants for their permission to move their accounts over. If you did not give us permission, we still moved content, but it now is attributed to a dummy account called Archived Account. So you may be better off searching for key words, since I don't see any other accounts or older posts under your name. I hope this helps. Eileen n </s>
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<s>[INST] CCW ReportError [mscorlib] + Catalog Error Summary: Not able to add a plc to created project Hi everbody, I have come accross a CCW Error which is not recovered by Uninstalling and installing CCW. After creating a new project in CCW, I can not add a plc into it. Nevertheless, I can add drives or component panels. First I get a huge error message and afterwards whenever I try to add again, I get 'catalog error' messages. There was not any problem when I first run the CCW program a couple of months ago. Is there any way to uninstall and install it in a clean way? (with all its registry directories) I read the article 449490 mentioned in the tech support . But moving the save directory to another place did not work. You may find below my error log taken from RA.CCW.Logging.log , install log(in the .zip file) and a screenshot of the problem Thanks before for your comments. >>> ======================= BEGIN LOGGING SESSION ================================= 2011-12-12 11:50:36,054 [1] ERROR __CCWLogger__ - RA.CCW.Vsx.CCWVsxPackage | System.Management.ManagementException: Not found at System.Management.ThreadDispatch.Start() at System.Management.ManagementScope.Initialize() at System.Management.ManagementEventWatcher.Initialize() at System.Management.ManagementEventWatcher.Start() at RA.CCW.Vsx.CCWVsxPackage.HookOPCServerTerminate() 2011-12-12 11:50:36,101 [1] ERROR __CCWLogger__ - RA.CCW.CCWCommsExceptions.PipeCommsExceptionPolicy | RA.CCW.CCWCommsExceptions.NamedPipeException: Pipe Server already exists at RA.CCW.PipeServer.Server.<.ctor>b__0() at RA.CCW.CCWCommsExceptions.PipeCommsExceptionPolicy.Process(Action action) 2011-12-12 11:50:36,101 [1] INFO __CCWLogger__ - RA.CCW.Vsx.CCWVsxPackage | Entering constructor for: RA.CCW.Vsx.CCWVsxPackage 2011-12-12 11:50:36,116 [1] ERROR __CCWLogger__ - RA.CCW.Vsx.CCWVsxPackage | System.Management.ManagementException: Not found at System.Management.ThreadDispatch.Start() at System.Management.ManagementScope.Initialize() at System.Management.ManagementEventWatcher.Initialize() at System.Management.ManagementEventWatcher.Start() at RA.CCW.Vsx.CCWVsxPackage.HookOPCServerTerminate() [/INST] I just installed CCW 4.0 and am getting basically the same error. I can add a drive or HMI to a project but any attempt to add a PLC results in an internal error - unable to create project from catalog or something very near that. The Error log shows the same CCWVSXPackage not found issue, but I do not get the big long error screen, just a single line error message. Woody, Please read this knowledgebase article as it may help with your problem: https://rockwellautomation.custhelp.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/512091/related/1 Regards, Fabio n </s>
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<s>[INST] FactoryTalk View Studio - Machine Edition Runtime Security Issue Summary: Loss of runtime security accountsHi there, Can anyone assit me with an Issue I have with FactoryTalk View. I have recently been asked to add some mimics to a panelview on site. I was given a backup of the project and restored this using Application Manager and then made the modifications. After doing the modifications I downloaded to the panelview. Now the screens are fine but the log in and user accounts are screwed up to be polite? A friend mentioned this is maybe because of the modifications and download not been done on the original machine it was done from (which is totally unknown so cant try this and why this would be a problem I do not know???) Is there a way to recover the old usernames and passwords ? Site do not know all the usernames etc and this concerns me. Thanks in advance Dave [/INST] Hi Dave Go to project in that refer attached screen shot. Click on the user name; right click -- properties Reset Password. If usernames are not available then u can create the same usernames with above names and set the new passwords. Dave, at first, welcome to the Forum ! This is an expected behavior when the FactoryTalk Local Directory is not restored. When it is restored, all usernames appear as correct. The last selection you've to do when you're restoring an application, is between two options: 1. Restore the FactoryTalk View application 2. Restore the FactoryTalk application AND the FactoryTalk Directory The first option will restore just the application and not the security setup (probably the option you've choosen). The second will restore both the application and the security setup (user accounts and passwords). When using this second option, the local PC FactoryTalk Directory will be overwritten, so it is highly recommended that you have a known FactoryTalk user / password. If you do not and you replace any previously working security configuration, you may not be able to log on. If not restoring the FactoryTalk Local Directory, then it is suggested to create/make changes to users on 3.x tab in the original project and then migrate. If you save as APA, when you restore, you should delete the accounts on the 4.0 tab (highlight the CLSID and click remove), and migrate from 3.x tab The above is valid only if you restore from .APA file... restoring from .MER will not restore the 3.x users; you must either delete the 32 bit hex number and re-create the users, restore the .MER on the same computer on which it was built, or restore FactoryTalk Directory when you restore the MER (this last as it has already been explained above). - fuzzy logic In order to enhance Forum's contributors reputation, please rate the replies you got and remember to close the thread clicking Choose as Best Answer button over the solving answer. Thanks ! Many Thanks for your replies. Fuzzy_Logic. In respect to your reply I did try 2. Restore the FactoryTalk application AND the FactoryTalk Directory. But this came back with an error of unable to overrite (this was on my own machine). Onsite there is a SCADA which runs on the machine I downloaded to the panelview from, I do not wish to run the rish of this damaging the security settings for the SCADA by doing this. I am baffled by this issue, is it meant to be a feature and I am overlooking it in the wrong manner? I know security is everything in this day and age but in my eyes seems complete madness? Dave, please post a screenshot of the error, or at least the EXACT text of the error you got. - fuzzy logic In order to enhance Forum's contributors reputation, please rate the replies you got and remember to close the thread clicking Choose as Best Answer button over the solving answer. Thanks ! Hi Fuzzy, I have a simillar problem right now in which I restore a runtime application that was developed in ME 5.1 and I am running 6.1 with FT platform 2.4, sooooo the earlier FT directory will not restore on my machine with the later FT directory. soooooo every time I do this and neeed to add security back into the program, sometimes I can do it by deleting the FT users and starting over again and sometimes I can not. I can do one program right after another in the same network and I get different results. Works sometimes not others. I work at many different sites and have been developing new with 6.1 / 2.4 buttttttt I fequently run into systems with 5.1. Sooooooo, here we are... Any thoughts? Regards, jb @ltfordnr I think there aren't other ways, in your case. Restore your projects without FT Directory, and manually correct the security issues. - fuzzy logic In order to enhance Forum's contributors reputation, please rate the replies you got and remember to close the thread clicking Choose as Best Answer button over the solving answer. Thanks ! Basically to get round this I have had to re-create the usernames and passwords. This is not good practice at all especially when there is no record of the original usernames / passwords for the HMI on site. I am totally confused as to why users for an HMI are to be created on the development PC? This to me seems very bizarre. The HMI is totally independant and is only connected to a PLC? It is unknowned who and what PC was used to create the original HMI program. In the past I have commissioned a different brand of HMI and simply passed a zipped up archived file between myself and other engineers to do mods and simply download. NO LOSS OF SECURITY. The whole FactoryTalk way seems very long winded and I feel going round the houses to simply download a mod to HMI is ridiculous. A very time consuming excerise for adding 1 extra screen!!!! Thanks Fuzzy, I think I already knew that / just needed a hug. DavALL, I can feel your pain man. I am dealing with the fact that I must come to the realization that I have totally screwed up my FT Directory and need to un-install and re-load. I'm coming out of the 'denial' stage right now. I should have learned from my past experiences with FT View that I need to research issues before I just do things. I think it's just a matter of getting used to the way Rockwell does things. They don't seem to interested in the detail of symmetry but their PAC stuff is so great it's hard to do too much bitching. But.... a little sometimes? welllll OK. I wish that things were different. If security of the program was the issue when dreaming this up why then is there also upload security choices in the FT View application when producing runtime files? I can only think that this was done to allow network wide control of security to all devices and not just each individual device. I suppose this would mean having a network directory that was used to creat the security for all devices on the network which means that you must be on the network when finalizing development. This can be an issue at some sites when there network availability is limited to inside devices and computers only. Problem is that it's going to take many years for most plants to be able to take full advantage a system like this even if they wanted too because it takes $ to upgrade all their existing stuff to a version that will be compatible enough to achieve network wide computability for security. And this does not address the Service aspect of the issue where you have guys running around to different sites and doing maintenance and adding functionality to existing as well as developing for new devices. I think the answer is clear for me. I am goin' to revert back to 5.1 FTView and develop in this version until there is an easier way to deal with some of this. The loss of time, just like our customers, is expensive and if I can avoid it it's best for them and me to do so, even though I will miss some of the 6.1 stuff. OR maybe I'm the problem and I just can't figure out a better way that exists. I don't know but just to be safe.... I'm going home to get another hug!!!!!!!!! If anyone out there can make us all feel better about ourselves OR has some ideas of how to make this easier and less time consuming regarding this issue please speak up or forever hold your piece. OK that's all the bitching I'm allowed. If I ain't right please let me know how I ain't. I hate to bitch, the end. jb The old usernames or groups show up in runtime security as a garbage string as shown in your screenshot. The string of characters will show you what security codes were granted to those accounts or groups. If the plant doesn't know the usernames or passwords, you may just want to create these new anyway. This way, you and the plant will know how to access the secured features of the application. Based on the screenshot you posted, it looks like there are login macros set up for each account. Are the usernames and passwords coded in the login macro? I agree that you need to be careful when selecting the Restore the FactoryTalk application AND the FactoryTalk Directory option. I typically will only choose this option if I'm working off of a VMWare image so I can revert back if need be. I typically create a snapshot before I do the restore, then hope that local administrators or all users have complete access to the FactoryTalk directory. You can lock yourself out of FactoryTalk if someone has made changes to the users/groups and default security permissions within the directory itself. All users and administrators are granted full access to the FactoryTalk directory by default. If this has been changed, then you would become locked out. Unless I'm using VMWare, I always select the Restore the FactoryTalk View option and then recreate the users or groups. Hey DavALL, I hope you don;t mind me piggybacking onto your string. I think this may be helpfull to you as well if you are using an earlier version or not. Thanks chi_eng I spoke of things above that I was not brave enough to follow through with. I un-installed FTView 6.1 and all prerequisites. Once I got to the point of re-loading version 5.1 I choked at the last 'next' button. Some fine bitcher I make huh. So I stopped and went back to my Revs drive and re-loaded 6.1 with 2.4 FT platforn etc...I ended up with the same FT user accounts though soooo, back to the drawing board. Any ideas on how to start with a clean FT directory and user accounts without just deleting users? All new and shinny? jb n </s>
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<s>[INST] use of data arrays in PLC code Summary: will be using data arrays for real time controlHello All, I will be programming with Studio 5000, doing real time control using data arrays. The arrays are filled up with data, and at certain points in time, the data is compared between current and previous, and action taken based upon changes. I will have to initialize the arrays, and have to handle the array pointer. The program will look at current data, and look at the data from 24 hours prior, and take action based upon the comparison. I am hoping to see some code examples, rather than having to develop this all from scratch. is there any resources, sample code, knowledge base articles, or advice that the forum can give me? Thank you for your time. [/INST] You've given very little information. You can search here: https://www.rockwellautomation.com/global/sample-code/overview.page I doubt you'll find what you're looking for. A word of advice: be extremely careful with your array pointers. If you exceed the array dimensions, you will fault the processor. It's frustrating and time consuming to troubleshoot, so if you pay attention up front to be sure your pointer never exceeds the size of your arrays, you will be a much happier person. Sounds like you might be after a FIFO (First In, First Out) queue. Dig into the help file and look at the FFL and FFU instructions. n </s>
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<s>[INST] SLC/Micro 1500 Memory Modules I have a six year-old line at a customer facility that will need programming changes done. One SLC 5/05 and two MicroLogix 1500 are installed using memory modules (1747-M11 for the SLC, 1764-MM2 on the Micro).I've been searching for an hour trying to find some comprehensive guide on working with these memory modules (installation manuals are worthless), since I rarely have used them and forgot everything I learned!I'll need to re-write modified programs to the modules and then make sure that they are set-up to load to the PLC if the batteries fail.Anyone know where to look? [/INST] KenC, the best place you may find it is the online help in RSLogix500. Go to Processor Status (Data File 2), select Mem Module Tab and go to help from there. Basically, you have to tranfer your modified program inside controllers; it must contains the settings for the Memory Module (S:1/10 flagged to charge from there if the battery fails).After that, in online, select the menu Comms, EEPROM, Store to EEPROM, in order to download the actual program inside the module. Hope this helps. :smileywink: n </s>
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<s>[INST] PowerShell Script to install Patch Roll-Up EDIT: moved to Advanced Software community -FL Hello, I wanted to ask if anyone has installed RA Patch Roll up using a PowerShell script to on bunch of computers in the domain? If yes, what was the success rate and any issues? Also, is it possible to find that script somewhere, I had no luck finding it till now. Wanted to check in the community first before I had to write it from scratch. Thank you! [/INST] FactoryTalk Updater can schedule the installation of the monthly patch roll-up across several PCs in a domain FactoryTalk Updater is a free utility which has been distributed with FactoryTalk Services for the past 3-4 years. There are three components which can be all installed together on one PC and/or distributed across a network. Agent Service - does the work of collecting an inventory of software installed on the PC and installing Patch Rollups (using a domain account that has local admin rights). Server Service - SQLite database.... central repository for asset inventory, logs, events, etc. Client - This is the GUI. It connects to the Server, Agents, and the PCDC (download website) Hi Philip, Thank you for your response. I believe this solution would require the system to connect to the internet, but that is not possible in my scenario. Is there any workaround for this? Thank you In the diagram... the Client GUI is used to get the Patch Roll-ups from the internet. The Server and Agents are not connected to the internet. Notice the firewall between the Client and Server/Agents. There is an effort to develop a disconnected solution where the there is an air gap between the Internet connected Client and the Server/Agents.... Where the Patch Roll up files are manually moved across the air gap while maintaining the integrity of the file source. Is there a validated FactoryTalk Updater security design for a CPwE architecture with a client deployed in the Level 3.5 DMZ, to pull updates from the internet? If so, has RA developed any documentation supporting this? n </s>
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<s>[INST] Panelview 1500 Historical Trend In setting up a historical trend I've noticed that when a page containing a graph, let's say with 2h worth of data displayed, is closed and then re-opened, all but the last 20min or so of trended data vanishes from the graph. I'm using a datalog model and storing on the local CF card--what am I missing here? Is this a start time issue that requires a patch of some sort? [/INST] Just a note: which is the frequency you use to log your data ? Machine Edition data log is a circular one, max records are 300,000 and they are threated as FIFO. Take a look to Aid 36265 and Aid 36267 Hope this helps… - fuzzy logic Thanks for the reply. Refresh is set at 1s. I'm only trying to display two active pens right now as the trending portion of the application is still in it's bench test stage. Once I get it to work the datalog model will contain 20 or so active analog tags. In setting up the datalog and trend object I used the examples set forth in the AB Best Practices notes as well as a power point file I found here, and some info in the help file that loaded with RSView ME. The app has a number of pages in it--trending is only shown on one right now. The datalog is running and actively logging to a CF with no issues. The problem I'm having is that when I open the screen with the trends (right now set to show 2 hours) the traces/pens do not start at the far left where they should, I'm only seeing the last 20% of the info. If I then let the trends run it will fill up the chart, as it normally would, but when I close the page and then re-open it I again lose 80% of the trend. I saw one note about setting the buffers/cache to zero, forcing the chart to use historical data when it refreshes, but have not tried that as yet. It seems to be a start-time issue-- In the Datalog Model, there is a setting for Maximum data points. Type the total number of tag values to store. When this number is reached, the oldest tag values are deleted to make room for new values. The minimum is 100; the maximum is 300,000. The default is 1000. Maybe this is not enough to maintain all the data you log.... double check it ! Hope this helps.... - fuzzy logic I'm set at 1000. Here's a link to the note about the cache issue I mentioned: http://rockwellautomation.custhelp.com/cgi-bin/rockwellautomation.cfg/php/enduser/std_adp.php?p_faqid=37373 Hmmm.. seems not be related to ME..... Just take a look to Aid 36854... there is a formula to calculate the data points you need to configure in your Datalog... I think that 1000 is not enough for you.... try to use a bigger value (i.e. 20000) Hope this helps.... - fuzzy logic This may seem obvious but it gets missed A LOT ... Did you specify the datalog in the trend object properties? You have to tell the trend what datalog to pull historical data from, otherwise its realtime data only. JHutch Yes, I followed the AB setup guide to the letter, but it is not populating my chart with any info older than 20min (on a 2hour trend) when I open the page. Let me make sure I've got the data right in my head. 2 pens = 2 tags in the datalogrefresh rate = 1 sec That means 2 tags x 60 seconds = 120 data points120 data points per minute x 20 minutes = 2400 data points Your datalog is set for 1000 datapoints ... you'd run out of space after about 8 minutes 20 seconds. Solution (if I grabbed the data right from your posts): Increase the size of your datalog JHutch NOTE: A 300,000 data point log would hold over 41 hours of data. Thanks for the reply. This is still in bench test phase so I have not gone back with the formulas from the Technotes as yet. When the chart page is left alone and runs on its own, it will fill up the entire chart with valid traces. When the page/screen with the chart is closed, and then re-opened, I am losing all but 20min (on a 2hour trend)--it just goes blank. My question is--if the info is being logged to the logfile on my CF (versus RAM cache for real-time pens), why isn't the app going in and retrieving the logged data to reproduce the chart? I will try increasing the datapoint value--I am concerned though that the datalog model would have this limitation (and max value is 32767) as we intend to later try to log 2h worth of data from 20 pens. pw3 wrote: My question is--if the info is being logged to the logfile on my CF (versus RAM cache for real-time pens), why isn't the app going in and retrieving the logged data to reproduce the chart? If what I think (and JHutch too... :smileywink: ) is correct, you have not the possibility to retrieve the data from your log file,because oldest data (after 1000 data points have been saved) are overwrited in the log file, as it is a circular one and it is not big enough to contain your oldest data. pw3 wrote: I will try increasing the datapoint value--I am concerned though that the datalog model would have this limitation (and max value is 32767) as we intend to later try to log 2h worth of data from 20 pens.What do you min for max value ? Max data points in your log file are 300.000 Using the calculation posted by JHutch: 20 pens = 20 tags in the datalogrefresh rate = 1 sec That means 20 tags x 60 seconds = 1200 data points1200 data points per minute x 120 minutes = 144000 data points Hope this helps… - fuzzy logic It *is* going into the datalog to get the data (it's actually less than 20 minutes worth). The problem is, your datalog is full when it hits 1000 data points. At that point, it starts deleting the oldest datapoints as new one comes in, so you always have the LATEST 1000 data points in your log. The reason you are seeing it fill the trend when the screen is open is that the trend object has its own buffer of data. While it is open, it's filling that data from the datalog. But, while the datalog is limited to 1000 datapoints and starts deleting old ones when its filled, the trend object is limited to whatever fits in the object and only deletes data points when they fall off the side of the trend object. When you close the screen and come back, the buffer in the trend object is completely reset and it's only able to show you as far back as the datalog has data. JHutch Well that was it--changed datapoints to 14400 and set cache at 0 and now have 2h worth of trends when I open the page. Thanks very much for the assistance! n </s>
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<s>[INST] 1734-SSI Summary: Turn off 1734-SSII have a question about 1734-SSI module. I would like to turn off the clock of during program. I already try to ...:C.Run bit set to 0, but it takes effect after i make a restart. Is there any other solution to turn the clock off? [/INST] You can reset the 1734-SSI module programmatically from a Logix5000 program; this in conjunction with the bit you're already setting to zero would work. Can you share with us why you wish to turn off the clock? hi, not totally related to the topic, but same module query: my question; Is there any datasheet that give safety details and compliance of the mentioned module?. need help. Cheers, Nigasai n </s>
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<s>[INST] View Studio v5.10 HMI Tags Conundrum My employer is having me upgrade an old Data Highway system to Ethernet. Everything has gone without a hitch until I attempted to convert the Panelviews. All the panelviews in this system are v5.10 and utilize HMI tags which reference bit transfer tags in the PLC. A coworker said I should be able to export tags into a .CSV and edit the tag addresses from bit transfer such as [PLC]BT05_READ[19].4, to more user-friendly ones like [PLC]Program:Main.HMI_Agitator_StartPB. I have done this, as well as updated the IP address and changed runtime path to ethernet. I've even tested the display from the network the PV is on with that same path and everything works from my laptop. However, when downloading the project to the PV, only one or two tags actually work, despite them all being in the same exact format. The coworker who has converted many systems from DH to ETH is stumped on what the issue is. If push comes to shove I'm going to resort to deleting the tag database in the HMI project and edit each object connection to be direct reference to the tag instead, but I was hoping someone would have a solution since exporting/importing is way faster than changing every individual connection across several panelviews. [/INST] Luke My guess is there is one tag with bad syntax which is causing the problem. When you test the display, did you use the test display button which only test one display? Or did you compile the whole project and run the MER on your PC? I would try the latter with diagnostic enabled and I'll bet there is a bad tag in there. When you open a display it locates all the tags on that display and puts them in a group and put the group on scan. Logix attempt to locate all the tags and groups them into bunches... trying to pack as many tags as possible into 512 byte packets. So maybe your display spills over into two packets and there is one bad tag syntax in the first packet so all the tags in the first packet will error. Assuming the second packet only had a few tags and there syntax was OK, then those tags would display fine. There is a tool to convert your GFX object from HMI tag references to Direct references. ID: QA521 | Access Levels: TechConnect FactoryTalk View: HMI Tag to Direct Reference Tag converter utility Instead of test display I did the Test Application like you asked. It was throwing up constant errors with tags [FactoryTalk]: The Item is no longer available. I went to one of the many tags listed from HMI Tags. The tag it referenced in the PLC looked correct. To double check syntax I went into tag browser selected the same tag and hit accept. This threw an error Error with tag: Tag Id (60) not found. I changed the reference to another tag in the database, then changed it back to the original and it let me hit accept without an error. Out of curiosity I tested the application again and this time the button looked fine. I exported the CSV to compare it to the original that I first imported. There are no differences between the two so I'm unsure what would have changed in swapping the tag, then swapping back to it in the browser. I just went back into HMI Tags, found another button, simply hit backspace on one letter, hit accept, readded the letter, hit accept, tested application and it fixed that button too. Super weird... guessing I'm going to have to do every one of these? Still faster than changing each connection. Luke, I would try two things: Download the program to the Logix processor. Stop/Start RSLinx or FactoryTalk Linx... whichever one is your data server. Although the tag names are the same, their location in the memory of the controller might be different. When you download, it compiles the program and commits the tags to physical memory. RSLinx or FactoryTalk Linx will realize the program was recompile so it will have redo the tag name resolution process.. .. The tag name gets resolved to a Symbol Instance ID which gets resolve to physical memory. Once the tag names are resolved, then RSLinx/FTLinx can start making optimized tag groups and put the tags on scan. n </s>
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<s>[INST] V33 Rung Wrap Not Working Summary: 1769-L30ER running V33.11, will not show rungs wrapped.I have a 1769-L30ER running V33.11. In the options for ladder editor display I have rung wrapping selected, but they will not show as wrapped. I have a program in an L71S with V33.11 using the same options and those rungs are shown as wrapped. [/INST] Welcome to the Forum ! Just tested on my v33 and it seems to work fine, also with L30ER controller. Have you the chance to test the feature creating a new project? Just to understand if the error is either related to that particular project or the software itself. - fuzzy logic In order to enhance the reputation of the Forum's contributors, please rate the replies you got and remember to close the thread clicking Choose as Best Answer button over the solving answer. Thanks ! Thank you for the response. First time poster, long time reader! I created a new project and it worked fine. Not sure what the difference is with the other one?? Probably something is going wrong inside that project... save a backup copy of it and try to save as .L5K, then import it inside a new .ACD file Sometimes it solves. - fuzzy logic In order to enhance the reputation of the Forum's contributors, please rate the replies you got and remember to close the thread clicking Choose as Best Answer button over the solving answer. Thanks ! That worked. Thank you! Chris n </s>
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<s>[INST] SLC5/03 CH-0 DH485 Pinout Information Needed Trying To Establish Comm With CTC/Parker PS10 HMI Com-2 RS485 To The AB SLC5/03 UsingCH-0 [9-Pin D-Shell RS232]. To Date Have Not Located D-Shell Pinout Information On SLC5/03 OS302Checked AB Library, 1747-L532, ect.Checked CTCUSA, Only Showing CH-1 Information w/DH485 Thank's [/INST] CH0 RS-232 pinout info for SLC is in the User Manual - App. C If you need to connect it to an RS-485 device, then you'll need an RS-232 to RS-485 converter (1761-NET-AIC from RA is an example, but there are also cheaper in the market) Hope this helps… - fuzzy logic Does RA have a single source or a 'reduced number of sources' specifying connector styles pinouts driver logic High/Low and receiver logic High/Low voltages and currents covering the physical media for the major industrial protocols? Even with LOTS of searching around the RA site and Googling the Internet I've found some info here, some there, some missing altogether, or conflicting information. If there's a book or other source you'd recommend that would be appreciated, too. Free is preferred due to my level of 'thriftiness.' Thanks. n </s>
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<s>[INST] FTView SE with modbus TCP/IP communication Hello,Does the FTView SE software supports modbus TCP/Ip communication with the third party device? [/INST] Yes, this is possible through the usage of the Kepserver Enterprise OPC server, which has to be ordered separately from View SE (9301-OPCSRVENE). See also HERE... - fuzzy logic n </s>
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<s>[INST] Using a parameter in a Trend object Hi I want to use a parameter in a Object keys left mouse release command.Calling a displayDisplay /::VATabBladen /T101 On the display there is a trend, the substitution of the [/INST] RSView SE does not allow a parameter to be passed to the datalog model field... Anyway, you can use VBA to do this... Aid 29671 has an example. Hope this helps... - fuzzy logic n </s>
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<s>[INST] String Display From Integer File I have ASCII data stored in a SLC 5/05 Integer file. I want to display it on a Panelview +1200. I do not have enough memory in the SLC to copy the data to a string file for display. Is there any other way to make the PV display the data as a string? [/INST] I guess you're asking about Panelview Plus 1250... :smileysurprised:Unfortunately, with View ME, N files cannot be used for String display and String input... :smileysad: - fuzzy logic n </s>
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<s>[INST] Multiple RSView32 projects open on pc Does anyone know if there is a way to have more than one RSView32 project open with Works at the same time? [/INST] It is not possible, you may not open a project if another one is already open, and also there isn't the possibility to launch a second instance of RSView32 Works... :smileysad: - fuzzy logic That's what I have been used to but I was crossing my fingers & hoping someone somewhere had found a work around to allow multiple copies to be opened. It sucks when you need see in one program but work in another. Thanks anyway for the response. n </s>
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<s>[INST] PowerFlex 525 on a Delta transformer Summary: PowerFlex 525 connected to a Delta transformer with high wildleg B phase.Normally if I were to spec a transformer for a project it's delta/wye (unless it like super huge right). But I have an issue were I need to test my communication on this tiny 525 drive. The only thing is the power available to me is from a delta secondary... This is a 3 phase system 230V. So it's grounded between two phases A &C have 120V on each A & C to ground. This results in phase B having like 214V ... now phase to phase it's 230,230,230 ... So I'm not worried about the converters or the DC link (bus, caps) I'm worry about the power module's internal power supply... if it 3 phase NP ... if it two legs NP.... If for some reason it's one phase to ground 120V then if that lands on B phase it would certainly fail. I can't tell how things are really connected inside the drive.. So if it 's a tiny transformer is 3 phase I'm probably okay with my test setup.. If power goes across just two points then the I'm probably okay here as well...However it the internal supply goes from phase to ground ... then I have a one in three chance that there will be a problem. You know with a bigger I could just open it up and have a lokn but this little drive looks like I mint break it if I tried to one it up... Please help do you know how the drive is powered internally? Or have you seen this configuration was it an issue..??? I don't see away way to power the drive controller from an external supply??? [/INST] 525 drives are rated for single-phase operation at 35% of drive capacity. The derating will not affect you if all you're doing is verifying communications. If you know for a fact that it is always the B leg that is high, why not just hook up A and C only? This is a 3 phase drive... I can't control where the internal control power comes from... and I haven't found the answer to this in the sea of over lapping information provided by AB. UPDATE: After sleeping on it, I became more comfortable with my 1 in 7 chance of damaging the drive. So I powered up the drive and there was no smoke... Still I'd like to know what's inside so that I can document it correctly on my drawings ... I saw some drawings posted for older drives not 575 yet still powerflex which showed (A & B phases) being used... But to clear TJ are you saying i can hook up my 3 phase drive to 230 single phase (not 120 V split phase) just for testing purposes?? Interesting, (hadn't thought to try that.) No, I'm not. You'd said you'd identified A and C as the low 120V legs. If you connect just those two phases, the drive will run on single phase at 35% of drive rating. n </s>
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<s>[INST] Micrologix 1400 over Modbus RS232 Can i connect a Micro logix over Modbus RS-232 to a device which supports Modbus RS-232 I want to use Ch0 and what shall the cable to be used ?? will it be 1763-nc01 or 1761-cbl-pm002 [/INST] Yes you should be able to connect to a RS-232 device. But the 1400 has 9 Way D-Sub Connector so you can use a standard 9 Way D-Sub Connector see apendix E https://literature.rockwellautomation.com/idc/groups/literature/documents/um/1766-um001_-en-p.pdf n </s>
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<s>[INST] Panelview Plus 7 Network Printing Summary: Printing to Ethernet PrinterI have a panelview plus 7 performance that is logging data from a Compactlogix to a csv file using Datastore Plus. I need to print some of the data to a strip printer (3 Wide?) of some kind, that will probably have an ethernet connection rather than usb. The system is being used to load trucks and provide a ticket. Exact brand of strip printer is unknown at this time. Anyone ever do this? [/INST] Did you already read the following: https://rockwellautomation.custhelp.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/798369 - fuzzy logic In order to enhance the reputation of the Forum's contributors, please rate the replies you got and remember to close the thread clicking Choose as Best Answer button over the solving answer. Thanks ! n </s>
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<s>[INST] PF 70 ON COMMON DC BUS? HI ALLCAN PF 70 RUN ON COMMON DC BUS?DO WE HAVE DOCUMENTS FOR THIS?THNXS IN ADVANCE [/INST] PF70 has not DC bus terminals, therefore it cannot works with common dc bus.You may consider PF700. thanks for the reply but is there nyway by which we can get it done through powerflex 70 only? I know of several instance, ours included, in which AB supplie custom open-framed drives that had a common DC bus. Most of the industry is trying to get away from a common DC bus because of the difficulty in maintaining the drives and because AC drives are so inexpensive these days. If you must use a common DC bus, you may need to get a special order from AB. fordtt, don't know what you are talking about Most of the industry is trying to get away from a common DC bus because of the difficulty in maintaining the drives and because AC drives are so inexpensive these days., because that has nothing to do with it, it's got nothing to do with how cheap drives are either. In fact most manufacturers are making it easier to common bus. With loads that are constantly regenerating common bus or a regenerative system (not using DB resistors)....in my opinion is a must. Let me ask a question, if I have a constantly regenerating load, does it matter that I buy a high efficiciency motor and burn it off to a resistor or burn it in motor heat with a standard motor (I'ts amazing to me that I have witnessed energy saving standards that madated an efficient motor be put in an application for a motor which regenerated all day long to a huge db resistor)? To me it's a matter of what you are doing to recycle electricity that is constantly being regenerated! I will agree with you on contact Rockwell to see what they can or can't do. Let me add this, depending on the system it's actually easier to maintain sometimes as a common bus (load sharing) system. Sorry, still don't see as many new common DC bus schemes in place. Notice I didn't that there weren't any...but he's talking about the pflex 70 which typically are used for smaller loads (less than 50HP). We DO in fact, use common DC bus systems in large drive applications. Large HP drives usually come with options to convert to a common DC bus, esp. ABB, GE, and Siemens. Off-the-shelf AC drives are becoming less expensive, with more configuration options, more network options, than ever before. Also, why would you make a big deal out of putting an engergy efficient motor on a VFD? The drives can deliver 100% torque at 0% speed. A high-efficiency motor is only highly efficient if its ran toward the top of the motor curve...not at a lower speed. This has digressed past anyone's benefit but the point is, if you want a common DC system...find a drive that can be converted, not convert a drive that isnt designed to. ... I meant to post this with the last one but couldn't find it. We did a project last year with a common DC configuration to help mitigate upstream harmonics thoughout the mill. Check out tech id 17712 and also attached is a link from AB but it uses the 1336 drives instead: http://literature.rockwellautomation.com/idc/groups/literature/documents/at/drives-at002_-en-p.pdf Hi! PF70 Frame E have +DC/-DC conections available. Please see 20A-UM001L-EN-P.PDF user manual page 1-9, figure 1.4.I don't know if these terminals are after or before the DC-BUS pre-charge, but you could find out with some measurements. Maybe tech support could aswer it. Maybe I'm wrong, but these terminals seems to be only Test Points, not DC input... just, frame E has two terminals dedicated in the terminal block... :smileysurprised: - fuzzy logic Fuzzy,does that mean i can measure dc bus voltage level but can not connect it in a common dc bus configuration? Really I can't give an answer to the why these terminals are in the terminal block (maybe better to ask to Rockwell Drives guys). :smileysad:Anyway, I can suppose that there is no way to use that as a DC input teminals (as common DC bus configuration) also because there is no documentation available for that.In fact, in the Application Guide mentioned some posts ago in this thread, only you may find PF700 (or 40P...). Indeed it is quite old (2007) :smileysurprised: - fuzzy logic n </s>
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<s>[INST] PowerFlex for web handling drives - dynamic brake resistor? Summary: Will I need one?Hi, My company builds web handling equipment that in its simplest form, has an unwind station on one side and a rewind station on the other side. In between the unwind and the rewind, I use two driven rolls to pull the web at a constant speed from the unwind to the rewind. (In between the two driven rolls, the web is subjected to my process). I setup the two driven rolls in a master/follower relationship with one roll following the speed of the other roll. It is very important that the follower matches the speed of the master precisely at all times, otherwise my web will stretch, break, or develop slack that will adversely affect my process. In the past, I have used DC motors with dedicated speed controllers and 4 quadrant regenerative drive boards. I am not 100% sure that the regenerative capability is really necessary for us, but most likely one of our vendors suggested it at some point in time and we just kept doing the same thing. This has always worked for us, but now some of our customers are requesting a wider speed range (on the low end) than what is typically within the realm of DC motors. Anyway, I am planning to make the switch to AC vector drives / motors so that I can get the speed range they want. (I am leaning towards PowerFlex 700S). Anyway, as I have been thinking, reading, asking how to implement my master/follower relationship, I have become aware that I will have to determine whether I will need a dynamic brake resistor, and if so, what size I will need. I started reading document PFLEX-AT001 (PowerFlex Dynamic Braking Resistor Calculator) and got stuck at the point where it says I will need to know my load inertia. I do not know how to calculate this in a web handling application, but my gut feeling tells me that it is probably low because (1) my web speed is very slow - my gearbox/belt reduction is usually such that 1750 motor rpm would equate to no more than 50 feet per minute in web speed (less than 25 rpm for a 8 inch diameter roll) and (2) because my driven rolls are constantly pulling the web against the resistance created by my unwind shaft. My unwind shaft is under tension control (using an electromagnetic brake) so excluding the inertia of the driven rolls itself, the load (my web) is going to lose momentum almost immediately when my driven rolls stop pulling. If my reasoning is correct, I also have the benefit that there are no circumstances in which I would need fast deceleration. All I really need is for when the master drive slows down and/or stops, I need the follower drive to slow down at the same rate. I was just wondering if anyone here has experience with PowerFlex drives in web handling applications similar to mine, and if you have found dynamic braking resistors to be necessary (or useful). Any advice will be greatly appreciated. Thanks in advance, Paul [/INST] You'd be safe with sizing a resistor that is capable of 100% of your motor load, then deciding on a duty cycle. 25% would be a very safe duty cycle; you might be able to go down to 10%. Post Glover is a Rockwell encompass partner; you might give them a call to see if they have some suggestions. Thanks TJ, I will reach out to Post Glover and will post back when I get closer to deciding exactly what I need. Best regards, Paul Hi Paul I have put in a few web handling systems for steel mills with both AC and DC drive units. You can get an idea of how much inertia your machine requires from trending the existing DC armature currents and voltages, after all Power = V x I. The change from steady state to decelerating will represent the regenerative power required in kW to slow/stop the machine. The AC drives will need to handle the same kW reduction for a short period of time to remove that off the DC bus of the new drives. The worst case is an emergency stop. Also be aware with a DC machine that most of the inertia is seen in the heavy armature being full of copper and iron than in the load (within reason) as this is before the gearbox reduction. Likewise you will find that stopping a recoiler that has reached full speed on starting a new coil requires more regenerative power to stop because the motor is at high speed, than having to stop with a big coil of product where the motor RPM is low, (seems converse than what you would assume). Also AC motors with their lighter and skinnier rotors have a lot less inertia than the DC motor armature so this helps you in stopping the machine. n </s>
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<s>[INST] The difference between 2711-NM15 & 2711-NM232 Besides memory size, is there any difference between 2711-NM15 and 2711-NM232 ? Can 2711-NM232 replace for 2711-NM15 ? [/INST] This replacement could not be possible...newer version of Panelview has not the necessary hardware to support NM1x cards... and also, prior to firmware version 3, the Panelview only support the NM1x card They are not just different for the memory size, but the hardware circuit; NM1x are Flash Memory Card (Databook formatted) and need 12 volt circuit in the Panelview, the NM2xxx are Flash ATA card. Take a a look to the following technotes, there are many useful infos about those memory cards: Aid 32780 - Aid 24694 - Aid 11343 The following screenshot has been taken from PV Standard User Manual Hope this helps… - fuzzy logic n </s>
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<s>[INST] 1394 controllers ... RoHS compliant? How do you find out if the device is RoHS compliant? [/INST] Ah, another one I can answer. (Be careful, folks, that makes two in a row! :smileywink: ) AID 40015 JHutchRockwell Automation Moderator Are the following Allen Bradley components ROHS and REACH complaint and what country were they manufactured? S93407201 S93407401 S96400601 n </s>
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<s>[INST] VFD / Motor Practical Range of Speed Control We are designing a rotary raking mechanisn driven by a gearbox that will operate at different speeds (from revolutions per minute to minutes per revolution). This equipment will be installed in a continuos (24/7) batch process operation. One option calls for a gearbox driven by a single 30HP inverter duty motor. Production requirements will demand VFD outputs ranging from a low of 1 HZ to a maximum of 108 HZ. Is this a sound and / or reliable design? [/INST] It could be done, you would really need to make sure that whatever motor you install can handle the extremes of such slow speed and then to be able to be adjusted to the higher speed too. I would also advise the use of an encoder to ensure that you accurately achieve the slow speed setting. Take care. I would agree with Drives guy... I would make sure the speech range is enough... 2000:1 or full torque at zero speed... and vector control is the best way to go that slow... going slow open loop is tough... so encoder fdbk would be prefered. n </s>
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<s>[INST] PanelBuilder32 multistate indicator I have a situation where I need to modify an existing PB32 application for a PV1000. I have come across a multistate indicator where there are two states with differing message texts but the same value. The actual indicator in question has well over 100 states, so I created an example below to better show what I mean. The indicator reads the Value of the tag, which is an unsigned int. Could someone please tell me which state will appear when the tag value is 2? I do not have a PanelView handy for testing, nor is there anybody at the customer site that can readily tell me what appears on the screen. Thanks in advance. [/INST] Hi RonBpmc, unfortunately I cannot made a test here, but just think a possible behavior.... :smileysurprised: I think the Error State will be displayed... see the PB32 online help: Error state Notifies the operator when data is out of range, unavailable or multiple states are triggered. The error state (State E) is accessed from the States tab of the dialog or the State box on the toolbar. You cannot delete the error state. Hope this helps… - fuzzy logic I agree with fuzzy; the text for the Error state will be displayed. I always change the Error text to read Invalid State or No Data or Bad Data, because many multi-state indicators that I build have a state to indicate a problem with a device that might be considered an error. Thanks Fuzzy. I found that reference you mentioned and agree that it's sufficient. I didn't dig deep enough originally. Ken - thanks for sharing that extra tidbit of advice. It makes good sense, as usual. Ron n </s>
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<s>[INST] How to disable some of the alarm tags in RSViewSE? There're some alarm tags in my RSViewSE project.Now the customer have a new requirement. They want a function that they can disable some of the alarm tags when they need.For example, when a motor is being repaired, they don't want to see the alarms(that is related to that motor) in the alarm summary.Is there anyone have the experience? [/INST] when you do't that alarm, you can create one button and issue command SuppressOn Motor1Tripped when it is time to resume the alarm, you ca create another button and issue command SuppressOff Motor1Tripped where Motor1Tripped is the alarm tag in HMI tag database n </s>
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<s>[INST] FactoryTalk View SE - Taggroup in a userform doesn't work, need global tag Summary: Need a way to move tag (string) from a userform to HMI tag to be used on other displayI used the same taggroup code in the userform that I used in a regular display and I get a compile error: method or data member not found. Dim gpGroupA As TagGroup Set gpGroupA = Application.CreateTagGroup(Me.AreaName) gpGroupA.Add RecipeReportName How do I get the tag (which is a string) to go to an HMI tag or other global tag to be used on other displays? I use a listbox in a userform to display a list of recipe file names (recipes are .csv files) so that I can select any recipe to be opened, read, and downloaded into the PLC. Since the machine operators can make, modify, and delete recipes, I have to use VBA code and a listbox in the userform. Is there another way? [/INST] Here are my suggestions. 1. Take out from your code above ( gpGroupA.Add RecipeReportName) 2. Take a look at technote 22114 FactoryTalk View SE: Read and Write Tags in Display Client VBA Code 3. Easiest option I can think of instead of using userform, is to use Microsoft Image Combo Control box ( ActiveX ) and then use its selection (via vba ) to pass wherever you need it. See sample below. This way you avoid additional userform CurrentlySelectedValue = cboMyComboBox.SelectedItem.Text I hope this helps, Vijay n </s>
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<s>[INST] Editing PanelView Plus 1500 runtime file v5.0 with FactoryTalk 6.10 Summary: Editing PanelView Plus 1500 runtime file v5.0 with FactoryTalk 6.10 I have a client that has a PanelView Plus 1500, version 5.00. It has an existing runtime file, has been working fine for several years. I was given a copy of the .apa and .mer files, I attempted to add some alarms, but the new alarms did not work (existing alarms continue to function properly). To my laptop (running Windows 7 64 bit, with FactoryTalk ME v6.10) I uploaded the .mer file from the PanelView, selecting the option to include the Local Directory. With Application Manager, I attempted to create the application from this, but got the notice that the file was 32 bit, need to run the Legacy Tag Conversion Utility. But to use this, I would need a 32 bit computer to run the first step of the conversion. The clients electrician had a laptop, also running Windows 7, also running FT ME 6.10. With this laptop we were able to upload the .mer file from the PanelView, use Application Manager to convert, make the required changes, create the new Run Time file, download to the PanelView. New alarms work just fine. I need to know what I have to do to make my laptop work properly. Thank you in advance. [/INST] Probably the machine that was able to Upload/Restore/Edit the 5.00 .mer is running a FTVS ME 6.1 within Win7 32-bit operating OS. FactoryTalk View Studio v6.1 on a 64-bit OS can create an MER File for versions 5.0, 5.1, or 6.0 only with “Never allow conversion” option set. “Never allow conversion” does not include the .MED Project (with DB) in the .MER File and .MER File Creation is permitted. I guess your only choice would be to run FTVS ME 6.1 within a 32-bit physical or virtual Operating System; I will go a little further and personally suggest you to try running FTVS ME 6.1 within a WinXP Pro SP3 32-bit Virtual Machine-VMware Workstation is fully supported by Rockwell Automation. Hello, Thank you once again for your assistance. As you suggested, I have purchased VMware workstation software, and loaded Windows XP Pro SP3 (I was under the impression that this was a 32 bit operating system). I have loaded FactoryTalk Studio and ME from the disks I received, but I do not know how to get the activations now on the computer (in Windows 7) to the virtual machine. Is it going to be necessary to transfer the activation back and forth between Windows 7 and the virtual machine? Do I need to install all Rockwell software on both the Windows 7 and virtual machines? By this I mean RS Linx classic and enterprise, RS Logix, FactoryTalk ViewPoint, etc.? Thanks for your assistance. There are two ways to implement VM running software activations. The first one would be to keep the FactoryTalk Activation Server (Tool) on the Host machine and create a Virtual Network within the Guest OS pointing to the Host's activations directory. Thes second one (which I personally prefer) would be to install the FactoryTalk Activation Server (Tool) on the Guest OS then Re-Host the Host OS FTVS activation back to the Rockwell servers and then Get it back within the Host OS FTAS; if you are handy you could actually Cut the FTVS .lic (Activation) file from the present Host directory and Paste it within the Guest OS FTAS directory- Be careful when handling the .lic file via Cut/Paste though...try using the Re-Host method if possible (Internet access on both the Host and Guest OSs... Hello, I thought I had figured out how to do this, but clearly this is not the case. I have been trying to implement your first suggestion (create the virtual network to connect the host and guest operating systems). I used the NAT network in VMware to create a virtual network, and then added a server in the factory talk activation manager in the guest OS, with simple address: [email protected]. I actually got this to work, I was able to open and edit applications in VMware. But a week or so later, I could not get this to work again, I got the usual product not activated messages. For whatever reason, I can not seem to create a functional network between the host and guest OS. When I say functional, I mean to be able to ping the IP address of the other OS (in both directions). It is my understanding that until this can be accomplished, it will not be possible to obtain activations from the host OS. So here are my specific questions: 1. Which type of network in VMware (bridged, NAT, host-only, or something else) should be used for this purpose? 2. In your May 17 post, you state The first one would be to keep the FactoryTalk Activation Server (Tool) on the Host machine and create a Virtual Network within the Guest OS pointing to the Host's activations directory. Can you explain, in specific terms, how to do this? Again thank you for your assistance. I would configure a Bridged virtual network between the Host and Guest OSs and, if possible, use a Static IP Address for the Guest machine network interface. Secondly, I would not activate FTVS paired with the Guest NIC MacID but related to the Guest system Hard Disk identification. Re-Host the FTVS activation back to Rockwell's servers and then get it back, this time embedded with the virtual disk; network interfaces, especially within virtual environments, tend to be more volatile than the virtual hard disk; activating software paired with the hard disk will also make it easier for moving the VM onto a different Host OS. About your second question: if installing the FT Activation Server (and place the .lic files) onto the Host machine, you will have to create a shared directory/folder(s) between the two OSs share which will have to include the activation files location within the Host machine); the Guest OS will need access to the location of the activation files. VMware - Edit Virtual Machine Settings, Options Tab, Shared Folders ALWAYS ENABLED ticked -> Add the folders to be shared on the Bridged Virtual Network between the two machines including the location of the activation files on the Host OS machine. n </s>
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<s>[INST] Ultra 100 - DeviceNet Is anyone ever faced problem during download to network (DeviceNet) and had error message code EDS 2011. The error message description as follow: Node 4 communication error (0xC)'Error response received: Device state conflict.; SCIA(0x10, 0xF, 0x2D, 0x1), Param45 Thanks [/INST] This may be due to the drive being in an ENABLED state, as certain parameters can only be written to when the drive is DISABLED.The drive should be DISABLED either via terminal rail or Ultra Master software. The download can the be attempted again. - fuzzy logic I checked my copy of RSNetworx and Parameter 45 for an Ultra 100 is Encoder Lines. That definitely sounds like a parameter that cannot be set while the drive is enabled. Download to Network does not load any network-wide parameters in DeviceNet like it does in ControlNet. All it does is go through all the devices in the RSNetworx project and load their offline parameter values into the online devices. In my opinion, there should be several are you sure dialogs before this feature can be invoked. There are quite a few devices that can't have their parameters changed during certain operational or network modes, so those can't be included in a Download to Network series of downloads. Download to Network is also particularly dangerous if the offline project is incomplete or has old parameters in it. If you've gone online with a fresh RSNetworx project file but you have not uploaded from all the devices successfully, you will end up loading default parameters into any device that has been browsed but not uploaded. So be judicious in your use of the Download to Network feature. n </s>
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<s>[INST] FT Admin Console with empty policies. I'm trying to figure out how can I revert Thin client patch [/INST] The reinstallation would have work if you had deleted you FactoryTalk directory after you did the uninstall, I recommend you call TechSupport and they will guide you through the process of doing a clean install Rich n </s>
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<s>[INST] PVP 600 to PVP 7 migration I'm doing migration from PVP600 to PVP7 migration has been done with out any warnings but when I installed aplicación on PVP7 is showing warnings any help thanks in advance [/INST] Can you provide some more information. what PLC type and comm settings are you using? did you change Comm methods? serial to Ethernet ect..? In Factory talk view did you click on project settings in the explore window? and change it there? that is the preferred method. Or did you just copy the mer to a storage media device and then load it to the PVP7? i have micrologix 1200 with internet interface module connected to a ethernet switch the old HMI was conected with ethernet cable i think the new HMI will conect the same . the two suggestion that you give me will not work because the application is designed for pvp compact and plus 7 standard . maybe device shortcut is not configured yet? Can you explain to me the shortcut configuration is the first time I hear about it From your screen shot, the HMI is looking for a device named [ml1200] but can't find it. I think Billy is suggesting that you may need to configure the route to the PLC in RSLinx. Ok will try it thanks a. My first suggestion is a proper solution and the correct way to change from one PV model to another. Open FTME (factory talk machine edition) in the explore window double click on Project Settings there you will have the option to select the correct model. Pvp compact and Plus 7 standard are both supported by FTME. b. If you copied the .mer file on to storage media and loaded it into the PV 7 using the options in Terminal settings. Then when loading the PV will prompt you. Do you want to load RS LInx Configuration? You should have selected YES. that will load the previous Ethernet config. If you are not changing this, but you are not stating this. I tried to install the way you suggested this is the message what I'm getting Hi mar, have you solved your problem? It looks like you're still selecting the wrong Panelview model inside the suggested settings. Can you please provide the catalog number of your Panelview Plus 7 Standard? Which is the FactoryTalk View Studio version you're using? fuzzy logic Please don't forget to use the LIKE button and highlight the decisive answer : REPLY > Make Best Answer Hi fuzzy , I have the aplicación migrated and look ok the only problem now when I go to alarm banner option screen i have thi message Just curious, did you check your clock/time on both hw and sw? No I did not check the time , the time wil cause any problem? I am not sure if the error is related to time or not but I would check all time/clock, just in case. The indicators on the left next to the message are what need sorting. The blue ones are like notifications. The red ones are actual errors. When you open a display the pv checks the processor files to find all the addresses for the objects on that particular display. Whenever It cannot find that address it throws the banner up with the errors. What has probably happened is during the conversion some syntax has changed in the addresses. This happens from firmware to firmware when conversion is happening. These addressing issues need fixed with the development software ftme. Hi Julio , did you think that the aplicación is no migrating right because converting from version 5 to version 12 . Hi to everyone. I want to thanks for the help And letting you all know that I got my problem solved , all what I did is back up comunicación set up before do the migration and load the file after migration done, thanks to everyone Thanks mar for letting us know. It would be nice to know more details on how you proceed, or a reference you followed in order to backup/restore the communication setup. May you please complete the thread with these information, so that also other users can benefit from the solution you adopted? Thanks! fuzzy logic Please don't forget to use the LIKE button and highlight the decisive answer : REPLY > Make Best Answer The old component is pvp600 cat 2711P-T6M20A ser C and new one PANELVIEW PLUS 7 cat 2711P-T6C21D8S ser C. The factory talk version what I using is version 12 and the old aplicación is version 5 This is the conversion messages i know what i need to do but i dont know 100% how to do it *** Start FactoryTalk Linx Conversion Messages *** Runtime conversion restores the application shortcuts and the original runtime platform (PanelView Plus) communications configuration only. It does not restore the communications topology of the original design workstation. The following shortcuts are defined in this project: Shortcut: ml12001 Headline: The design device assigned to this shortcut is not found in the Design (Local) tab on this workstation. - Design (local): DEVICE NOT FOUND - Offline tag file: FILE NOT ASSIGNED - Runtime (target): VALID DEVICE FOUND *** End FactoryTalk Linx Conversion Messages *** this is the link were i found the final answer https://www.manualslib.com/download/1531722/Allen-Bradley-Panelview-Plus-7.html?print=1 Hi mar, thanks for sharing the manual. Here is the original LINK to the same manual from our Literature website, for convenience. I noticed the manual is referred to the migration from the very old Panelview Standard to PVP7, but in your case you were converting from PVP600 to PVP7, so it doesn't apply completely. Anyway, I can't find references in that manual about the backup procedure you mentioned before: I want to thanks for the help And letting you all know that I got my problem solved , all what I did is back up comunicación set up before do the migration and load the file after migration done As it has been the action that did the trick for you, it would be useful to know how you applied that procedure to the communication settings. Thanks, fuzzy logic Please don't forget to use the LIKE button and highlight the decisive answer : REPLY > Make Best Answer HI , i found the best way to do this migration , i discovered that the best way to me was just creating new comunication setup it worked for me, once i did themigration i open the aplication and comunication setup and choose to make new configuration open the design local tab ,click right on factorytalk linx and add new driver DF1, once i create the new drive i click on it and i saw the micrologix 1200 0ption i just click once on it and hit the apply tab locate on left top corner of the screen then click OK on the bottom right and create runtime application ,loaded and works OK ,I hope this help to some other people. Thanks mar for describing the used procedure, it will be useful to other users having a similar situation. Basically you've created a new FTLinx comm configuration, and not a backup/restore as previously stated. Beside your procedure, I would like to point out the following technote, which could also help users in case they'll need to communicate to a Micrologix with a Panelview Plus via serial connection: QA885 Please consider that a TechConnect contract is required to access the above technote. Hope this helps, fuzzy logic Please don't forget to use the LIKE button and highlight the decisive answer : REPLY > Make Best Answer Hi , yes I just did new configuration,I think is better and faster to me n </s>
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<s>[INST] PV800 - 6.011 to 7.011 upgrade bricked my custom jpg imports on 2711R-T10T Hey all, Haven't posted here in a while; been smooth sailing mostly, until yesterday. I downloaded and installed CCW 20.01. It came with new firmware for the PV800: 7.011. I updated the panel and it pooped on several of my custom icons - It changes anything yellow to blue! Yes.. like using a really weird photoshop filter. Other colors appear unaffected, but yea. Yellow is now blue. No other anomalies have been seen so far. I have taken the following steps to try and resolve the issue: 1) Delete application from panelview and re-download. Nope. Still blue. 2) Reflash panelview again; 7.011. Nope. Still blue. I'd like to roll back the panelview to 6.011, which you can do with Control Flash, but how in the world do you roll back the expected version in CCW? Is this just not possible or is age catching up with me and I've forgotten how? I haven't tried deleting and redownloading the jpg images; these are button graphics and quite frankly would take a solid day to fix. There's a bunch of 'em. [/INST] Hey Mark, unfortunately it seems to be a known bug, but not yet resolved. Please see the following technote: BF27915 fuzzy logic Please don't forget to LIKE and highlight the decisive answer: REPLY > Make Best Answer Thanks Fuzzy. Well at least they know about it; sucks that they're going to let it ride until 8. n </s>
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<s>[INST] Reading from .txt file? Vertical text? Hi all! 1) Is there a way to read from a text file (.txt) while the program is running? In RSView32 we had VBA to read a text file and populate our alarms so the end user could add alarms at anytime. Is there anyway to do this with FactoryTalk ME? I will be using a Panelview Plus CE terminal so I should be able to edit the text file, now I need a way to get it into the running ME program. 2) Any other way to display string text vertically without wrapping the text? I want to show text at a 90 degree angle! Thanks for your time. Jason [/INST] Hi Jason, as far as I know, there is no way to obtain that on ViewME... there isn't VBA to use... :smileysad: About the vertical strings, try to take a look to this other topic ... Hope this helps, - fuzzy logic There's no way to read a .txt file in ME that I can think of. As Fuzzy said, there is no VBA in ME. As far as text at a 90 degree angle, the only way I can think to do it is by creating a bitmap with the rotated text. As long as you are no doing a lot of 90 degree text, that could work for you. You could probably use the web browser ActiveX to show whatever file a browser can display. n </s>
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<s>[INST] Controlling Quick from non Rockwell controller Is it possible to control the node controller of Quickstick (Magnemotion) from a non Rockwell controller or IPC? Especially we should want to use Codesys. What commands do we have to use? Does there exist function blocks? [/INST] AMELYNCK Yes, the communication is EtherNet/IP or TCP/IP. Yes I know, but in Studio 5000 you have communication function blocks. If you use f.i. IPC with Codesys, we don't have these. Do there exist blocks for Codesys, or f.i. Siemens? Is there a way we can build a mimic of these Rockwell blocks? Or are there guidelines to program communication blocks in other controller brands? AMELYNCK It's possible there might be blocks for IPC Codesys, but that not something developed or supply by Rockwell Automation as a free content. Ok, I understand 'that not something developed or supply by Rockwell Automation as a free content'. But is there documentation on what the interface is on the TCP/IP or EthernetIP side? If I want to program my own function blocks, I will need to know the how I can interface with the node controller on TCP/IP or EthernetIP side. I have not seen that kind of documentation so far. Open the hyperlinks from my original response Ok, I will check these. Thanks. If on our IPC, there would be both EthernetIP and TCP/IP communication protocols, would there be favor in choosing EthernetIP? For instance higher performance? EtherNet/IP is an application layer on top of TCP/UDP/IP which is a convenience... so you don't have to manage the transport... but it requires you have an EtherNet/IP protocol stack. I don't think there would be any performance differences between TCP/IP vs. EtherNet/IP. The availability of EtherNet/IP or cost of getting the EtherNet/IP stack on the PC might be an important consideration. n </s>
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<s>[INST] Sliders? Can you use them with the touch screen, or do they require a mouse? [/INST] You can use them !Put your finger on the TouchScreen and drag the slider, that's all ! :smileyhappy: - fuzzy logic Oh boy, this is going to be the best HMI Evah! Now if only they would allow you to do animations on actual objects like buttons and numeric inputs! C'mon RA, you can figure it out (looks down at his Droid suggestively). Nevermind, I figured out how to bypass the restriction of animations on buttons and displays. You create a group that has aforementioned animation, and you paste the button or whatever you want into that group. It inherits the group's animations! n </s>
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<s>[INST] Node count for Controllogix Hi everyone, I do understand there are a few RA technotes discussed this topic and the 1756-um543 user manual describes how to count the nodes. but I am still confused about the actual node number. take 1756-L84ES as an example, the Ethernet/IP nodes supported is 250. Does this 250 refer to the Ethernet/IP devices at the front Ethernet port of 1756-L84ES? or does the total node counts include the node under the 1756-EN4T next to the controller? in my screenshot attached, assume that: 1> Node 001 to Node 200 are connected at the front Ethernet Port of 1756-L84ES. 2> Node 201 to Node 300 are connected at the 1756-EN4T at slot3 3> Node 301 to Node 400 are connected at the 1756-EN4T at slot4 all nodes 001 to 400 are controlled by 1756-L84ES. From the node count perspective, will it be an issue? Cheers [/INST] Counted nodes apply across all Ethernet interfaces. If you're using an L84ES and have: 100 nodes on the processor 'A' port 50 nodes on an ENxT 25 nodes on another ENxT 175 of the 250 available will be in use. The same principle applies to a CompactLogix 5380 in dual-IP mode, for example. It’s a pool across possible Ethernet paths. The count also includes any inhibited modules. I opine that it shouldn’t, since templated projects would be much easier to maintain on lower-capacity controllers without penalty. Hi Kelvin, beside Jeremy's correct information, the User Manual you mentioned actually contains that information. See the following image from page 102: fuzzy logic Please don't forget to use the LIKE button and highlight the decisive answer : REPLY > Make Best Answer Thanks, I do read through the user manual. it has some kind of ambiguity whether the node counts are for each network port or the whole processor. I did a test and confirm the Node count is for the whole processor. see screenshot below. not sure whether the IAB PlantPax wizard will capture this warning or not. Hi Kelvin Glad you came right; the picture you post explains it the same way the picture on p103 explains it. If I can add my two cents worth: In your original post the note (1) refers: (1) A node is an EtherNet/IP device that you add directly to the I/O configuration, and counts toward the node limits of the controller. For more information on EtherNet/IP nodes, see the ControlLogix 5580 Controllers User Manual, publication1756-UM543. So the count is based on whatever is added into your I/O tree that requires an IP address to communicate (except local modules, as noted in the manual) and not what is added to a specific port. The implication here is that you can have more than the allotted nodes on the network - you just can't add them all to your I/O tree. You can however still communicate with those nodes via explicit MSG instructions, presuming you have enough bandwidth. Regards From page 103 of 1756-UM543: n </s>
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<s>[INST] FTV SE (Local No Machine) MIGRATE PROJECT FTV V.11 64 BIT PC Translated this post into the English language so that the original poster has the best chance of getting a response. -EF Hello, I have a PC with windows 7 Professional 32 BIT through which runs a project FTV SE V5.10 (local) and I have the need to copy that project and make it work on a PC with windows 10 of 64 BIT and with FTV SITE V11.0 The conversion can be done with the LEGACY CONVERTER TOOL ???? I would work my entire project (whole) on the new PC OF 64 BIT WINDOWS 10 and with FTV SE V 11.0 ???? Original post: Hola, dispongo de un PC con windows 7 Profesional de 32 BIT por el que discurre un proyecto FTV SE V5.10 (local) y tengo la necesidad de copiar ese proyecto y hacerlo funcionar en un PC con windows 10 de 64 BIT y con FTV SITE V11.0 Se puede realizar la conversión con la herramienta LEGACY CONVERTER TOOL ???? funcionaría mi proyecto íntegro (entero) en el nuevo PC DE 64 BIT WINDOWS 10 y con FTV SE V 11.0 ???? [/INST] Translated this follow-up post into the English language so that the original poster has the best chance of getting a response. -EF ABOUT LEGACY CONVERTER TOOL IN FTV SE (no machine): THIS TOOL CONVERTS FILES TO BE USED ON 64 BIT PCS???? THAT CONVERSION IS JUST TO BUCKLE UP THE PROJECT TO ANOTHER 64-BIT PC, I MEAN, ON THE PC (32 BIT) WHERE THE PROJECT IS RUNNING THERE THE FILES REMAIN THE SAME ??? IT DOES NOT MODIFY THEM???? I DO NOT CAUSE ANY INCIDENT ??? Original: SOBRE LA HERRAMIENTA LEGACY CONVERTER TOOL EN FTV SE (no machine): ESTA HERRAMIENTA CONVIERTE LOS ARCHIVOS PARA SER UTILIZADOS EN PC DE 64 BIT???? ESA CONVERSIÓN ES TAN SOLO PARA HACER BUCKUP DEL PROYECTO A OTRO PC DE 64 BIT, me explico, EN EL PC (32 BIT) DONDE ESTÁ DISCURRIENDO EL PROYECTO AHÍ LOS ARCHIVOS SIGUEN IGUAL ??? NO LOS MODIFICA???? NO OCASIONO NINGÚN INCIDENTE ??? This is a quote from my article: Update: Rockwell recently released Version 10 of FactoryTalk View which among other things is said to have the ability to restore old 32bit, pre-6.1 .APA Application Archive files directly on a 64bit Operating Systems without the need to export and import the tag database. See full article here: https://theautomationblog.com/how-to-migrate-factorytalk-view-projects-to-windows-7-64-bit/ Give it a shot and let me know if it works for you? n </s>
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