MicroLogix
Get Data From MicroLogix via Modbus and NET-AIC?
I discuss a reader's question about if you can collect data from a MicroLogix which is already communicating with an HMI using Modbus RTU by using a 1761-NET-AIC in this episode of The Automation...
ControlFlash Error: DTL_E_FAIL, Illegal Command Format
This weekend I was working on a project creating and testing a MicroLogix program using a 1763-L16BBB Series A, Frn 1.0, and found certain bits we're getting stuck.
This can be caused by poor programming,...
Connect A-B PLCs to the Cloud using MQTT
Learn how to connect A-B PLCs to the Cloud using an MQTT Gateway today on The Automation Show (S2E01)
For more information, check out the "Show Notes" located below the video.
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Community Q & A: Data Highway Plus Timeouts
In this edition of "Community Q & A" (formerly "Insight's Inbox",) I discuss with one of our community members at automation.locals.com what might be causing one of his Data Highway Plus devices to keep...
PanelView 800 to MicroLogix 1100 via Ethernet
In my first article on the PanelView 800 I discussed getting acquainted with the terminal and software and creating the CCW project.
In this article I plan to connect to a controller and cover the...
How to download RSLogix Micro, RSLinx, and Emulate 500 for free (2021)
NOTE: The free "RSLogix Micro Starter Lite" software I show how to download in this article only works with the MicroLogix 1000, MicroLogix 1100, and free PLC Emulator.
If you need help learning to use...
IFM Encoder to MicroLogix 1100 HSC (S49A)
Learn how to connect and use an Encoder with a MicroLogix 1100 and High Speed Counter function in this episode of The Automation Show.
For more information, check out the "Show Notes" located below the...
How to download RSLogix Micro Lite, RSLinx Lite, and Emulate 500 for free (2020)
NOTE: The free "RSLogix Micro Starter Lite" software I detail how to get in this article works with the MicroLogix 1000, MicroLogix 1100, and free PLC Emulator.
If you need help learning to use it,...
PanelView 800 to MicroLogix, CompactLogix, & SLC-5/03 over DH-485 (Video S34)
In this week's episode of The Automation Show, I cover how to use CCW to create and download a PanelView 800 program to read data from a CompactLogix, MicroLogix, and SLC-5/03 over a Data...
ControlLogix Reading Data From CompactLogix, MicroLogix, and SLC-500 over DH-485 (MSG, TAS 26)
In this week's episode of The Automation Show, I cover how you can use the MSG (Message) Instruction in the ControlLogix to read data from CompactLogix, MicroLogix, and SLC-500 over a DH-485 network:
For more...
DH-485 Comms Hardware and RSLinx Setup (Video, TAS 25)
In this week's episode of The Automation Show, I cover the different hardware used to connect a PC to a DH-485 network, as well as how to configure RSLinx Classic Drivers for each:
For more...
Programmable Controller Course Starter Packs Now Available
If you (or someone you know would) like to learn how to setup and program Programmable Controllers, you can now save up to 20% with our new "multi-course" starter packs starting at just $99.99.
Our...
Field Report: Memory Module Issues with new MicroLogix 1400s
Today I'd like to share a helpful "field report" that was posted in our forums recently.
The report came in from Bill Hosay of DataVisual Controls, LLC, and if you'd like to see his original post you...
Message Data Between DF1 And Ethernet Devices (MSG, S04)
In today's episode of The Automation Show, we walk through how to message between DF1 and Ethernet devices using the 515RTAENI from Real Time Automation.
For more information, check out the "Show Notes" located below the video.
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DF1 to Ethernet (Video S03)
In today's episode of The Automation Show, I setup a 515RTAENI DF1 to Ethernet bridge from Real Time Automation.
For more information, check out the "Show Notes" located below the video.
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How to Message (MSG) data from a MicroLogix 1400 to a MicroLogix 1100 over...
In Today's article I walk you through how to Message data from a MicroLogix 1400 to a MicroLogix 1100 over Ethernet using the MSG instruction.
Note: In this example I have a MicroLogix 1400 at IP...
How to Message (MSG) Data between MicroLogix Controllers over Ethernet (Video, TAM S4 E44)
In this episode I demonstrate how to message data from a MicroLogix 1400 to an 1100 over Ethernet using the MSG instruction (Episode 44 of The Automation Minute Season 4:)
If you've found this video...
How to Message (MSG) data from a MicroLogix 1400 to a SLC-5/05 over Ethernet
In Today's article I walk you through how to Message data over Ethernet using the MSG instruction from a MicroLogix 1400 to a SLC-5/05 .
Note: In this example I have a MicroLogix 1400 at IP Address...
How to Message (MSG) data from a MicroLogix to a SLC-500 over Ethernet (Video,...
In this episode I demonstrate how to message data from a MicroLogix 1400 to a SLC-5/05 over Ethernet using the MSG instruction (Episode 43 of The Automation Minute Season 4:)
If you've found this video...
How to Message (MSG) data from a SLC-5/05 to a MicroLogix 1400 over Ethernet
In Today's article I walk you through how to Message data from a SLC-5/05 to a MicroLogix 1400 over Ethernet using the MSG instruction.
Note: In this example I have a SLC-5/05 at IP Address 192.168.1.47, and...
