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How To Download Rockwell’s PlantPAx Library Of Process Objects

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Update: Click HERE for the latest procedure to download Rockwell’s PlantPAx Library Of Process Objects for FREE.


PlantPAx-Process-Objects-FiRockwell’s PlantPAx Library of Process Objects recently became available to the public without requiring a support contract.

In today’s article I’ll walk you through the steps you take to download this library.

UPDATE: For the new 2017 version of this article click here.

Steps To Download Rockwell’s PlantPAx Library Of Process Objects

Step 1: Navigate to http://www.ab.com, then on the left hand side under “Quick Links,” choose “Product Compatibility and Download Center.”

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Step 2: From the PCDC main page choose “Find Downloads”

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Step 3: Next, in the product search box type in, “PlantPAx.” Then from the search results choose, “Process Library,” and a version.

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Step 4: Now select “Download” on the bottom right of the screen.

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Step 5: Next, select the picture of the hard drive with a red arrow.

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Step 6: Now select the “Accessory Files” link to the “Process Library.”

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Step 7: Accept the License Agreement

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Step 8: Choose Managed or Direct Download

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Step 9: When you choose “Managed Download,” you may receive the prompt below, and if you do select “Yes.”

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Step 10: If you chose “Managed Download,” you should now see the RA Download Manager downloading the Process Library.

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And that’s how you download the now freely available PlantPAx Library of Process Objects.

If you have any comments, questions, corrections, or suggestions, please leave them with us by replying to this article using the “post a comment or question” link below.

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Studio 5000 Version 24 Released

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Rockwell Automation recently released for download version 24 of itStudio 5000 Logix Designer FIs Studio 5000 Logix Designer software, which programs its CompactLogix and ControlLogix line of Programmable Automation Controllers (PAC.)

The download weighs in at 3.49gb, and with a good high speed connection users can expect it to take just under 30 minutes. The download package includes RSLinx 3.71, as well as FactoryTalk Services Platform 2.71 and FactoryTalk Activation 3.62.11.

What’s new in version 24?

Operating system support: As with version 21 and 23, v24 still supports Windows 7 and Server 2008. However, it also adds support for Windows 8, 8.1, and Server 2012

Logical Organizer: As discussed in our first look here, this additional view allows you to organize your project’s code in a manner that is relevant to your application.

Program Parameters: As discussed in our first look here, program parameters replace program tags and consist of In, Out, InOut, and Public types.

Compare and Merge Tool: As discussed in our first look here, this updated tool allows you to merge various components from two different projects.

ISA 18.2 Alarm Support: The ALMA and ALMD instructions now include support for Out of service, Surpressed by Design, and Shelving.

Library Management Support: Several enhancements supporting library management include wild card support in search and replace, streamlined program delete, and support for 1000 programs per task.

For a full list of new and changed features, check out the official product release notes below:

And if you have any questions, comments, suggestions, or corrections please leave them with us by filling out the “post a comment or question” link below.

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Flashback Friday! PanelBuilder32 “Providence Beer” Demo

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Welcome to The Automation Blog’s “Flashback Friday!”

Today I’m highlighting my PanelBuilder32 “Providence Beer” demo.

PanelBuilder32 Providence Beer 1The year was 1996 and I was tasked with designing a custom “hands-on” seminar for the new PanelView 550. The goal was to walk attendees through communication set-up, tag creation, and basic screen design.

In order to have a little fun with the project, I decided to model it after a fictional “Providence Beer” micro-brewery as our office was in Providence, RI.

PanelBuilder32 Providence Beer 2The resulting PanelBuilder32 project represented what each student’s HMI should approximate after completing all the labs.

Posted on my original website back in 2002, you can now find this article and PB32 project HERE on The Automation Blog:

And if you have any questions, comments, corrections, or suggestions please don’t hesitate to share them with us by using the “post a comment or question” link below.

Until next time, Peace ✌️ 

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SLC-500 – How to add Ethernet

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SLC-500 FamilyThe SLC-500 is a very popular PLC with over a million installed processors in facilities around the world.

Over the years many of those facilities have modernized their sites by adding plantwide ethernet networks, and I often get calls asking how they can add their legacy SLC-500 systems to those Ethernet networks.

Note: For our previous articles on adding the Ethernet to the PLC-5 or MicroLogix, see the links below:

Native Ethernet with the SLC-5/05

SLC-5/05In many cases the best solution is to simply upgrade to a SLC-5/05 with built-in Ethernet. The main down of this solution is the cost of this new processor.

If you’re upgrading from a 5/01, 5/02, or 5/03 on which the DH-485 port is actively being used, you can add a 1761-NET-AIC and associated cable to the serial port of the SLC-5/05 in order to maintain DH-485 communications.

If you’re upgrading from a SLC-5/03 or SLC-5/04 on which only the serial port is in use, you can use the serial port on the SLC-5/05 in it’s place.

However, if your SLC-5/03 is using both ports, or your 5/04 is using it’s DH+ port, the 5/05’s single serial port won’t be able to replicate those configurations, and you may want to consider one of the other options below.

Channel 0 Serial to Ethernet with the 1761-NET-ENI

1761-NET-ENIIf you have a SLC-5/03 or 5/04 on which the serial port is available, you can add a 1761-NET-ENI Serial to Ethernet converter.

While the ENI doesn’t support the same number of “connections” and “packets per second” as the SLC-5/05, it’s fairly simple to add and configure.

However, I would suggest comparing the ENI’s price to the other options as its price has risen over the years.

DH-485 bridging to Ethernet with a Prosoft Gateway

Prosoft 5201If you have a network of SLC-500’s and other devices on DH-485, you can bridge that network to Ethernet with the Prosoft 5201-DFNT-DH485 gateway.

The down side is, this device is in the end of its lifecycle and will only be available for a limited time.

DH+ bridging to Ethernet with a Prosoft Gateway

AN-X2-AB-DHRIOIf you have a SLC-5/04 using channel 1, or a network of DH+ devices you want to bridge to Ethernet, the Prosoft AN-X2-AB-DHRIO gateway is a modern, easy to setup, bridge between DH+ and Ethernet which emulates a ControlLogix gateway.

Bridging a DH+ or DH-485 network to Ethernet with a ControlLogix Gateway

DH-485 ControlLogix GatewayIf you have multiple SLC-500’s and other devices on a DH-485 or DH+ network, one option to bridge those to Ethernet is to install a ControlLogix Gateway.

This solution consists of a 1756 power supply, chassis, Ethernet card, and either a 1756-DHRIO, or 1756-DH485 module with a 1761-NET-AIC.

Prosoft 1746 Ethernet Module

Prosoft MVI46-DFNTThe last item on the list is the Prosoft MVI46-DFNT Ethernet Module.

This single slot 1746 module uses M files and ladder logic to act as either an Ethernet messaging server or client.

This module also has an “Ethernet to Serial” pass-through capability which acts much like the 1761-NET-ENI, and allows remote monitoring and editing of the SLC-500 using RSLogix 500.

I hope the above information about adding Ethernet to a SLC-500 is helpful. If you have any comments, questions, suggestions or corrections, please leave them with us by using the “post a comment or question” link below

Until next time, Peace ✌️ 

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How to add Ethernet to a MicroLogix

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MicroLogix-1000-1200-1500-fiThe MicroLogix is a very popular Micro Programmable Controller, and I often get calls asking how they can be added to an Ethernet network

While we’ve previously discussed options for adding Ethernet to PLC-5 processors,  in today’s article we’ll discuss what it takes to add Ethernet to non-Ethernet MicroLogix.

Upgrading to a MicroLogix with built-in Ethernet

MIcroLogix 1100In many cases, simply upgrading to a MicroLogix with built-in Ethernet is the best and least expensive option.

If you’re upgrading from a single port MicroLogix 1000, 1200, or 1500, you’ll have the same serial capabilities in a MicroLogix 1100.

 

MicroLogix 1400If you have a dual port MicroLogix 1200 or 1500, the 1400 would be your choice for dual serial ports.

The one situation where upgrading to an 1100 or 1400 might not be applicable is with MicroLogix 1500 systems using 1769 Expansion I/O, as it’s the only MicroLogix with that capability.

Serial to Ethernet with the 1761-NET-ENI

1761-NET-ENIIf you have an unused serial port, and don’t want to make any changes to your system, adding a 1761-NET-ENI Serial to Ethernet converter module is a simple solution.

However, these units currently cost more than a new MicroLogix 1400, so it’s an expensive option not often recommended for the MicroLogix.

DH-485 network bridging to Ethernet with a ControlLogix Gateway

DH-485 ControlLogix GatewayIf you have multiple MicroLogixs on a DH-485 network, you can bridge the entire network to Ethernet using a ControlLogix Gateway.

This solution consists of a 1756 power supply, chassis, Ethernet card, and a 1756-DH485 module with a 1761-NET-AIC.

DH-485 bridging to Ethernet with a Prosoft Gateway

Prosoft 5201If you have a network of MicroLogixs on DH-485, you can also bridge that network to Ethernet with the Prosoft 5201-DFNT-DH485 gateway.

But, as this device is at the end of its lifecycle and will only be available for a limited time, it’s not a recommended option.

Prosoft 1769 Ethernet Module

MVI69-DFNTThe last item on the list is the Prosoft MVI69-DFNT Ethernet Module. It’s a 1769 module that only works with one MicroLogix -processor, the 1769 1764-LRP.

It acts as a data table module, and is configured using the included Prosoft configuration software and serial cable.

I hope the above information on how to add Ethernet to a MicroLogix was helpful. If you have any comments, questions, suggestions, or corrections please feel free to use the “post a comment or question” link below.

Until next time, Peace ✌️ 

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Flashback Friday! RSLogix 500 “Providence Beer” Demo

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Welcome to The Automation Blog’s “Flashback Friday!”

Today I’m highlighting my RSLogix 500 “Providence Beer” demo.

Providence Beer LadderThe year was 1996 and I was tasked with designing a “hands-on” seminar for the new PanelView 550. The hands-on labs I needed to create would include setting up communications, as well as basic screen creation.

In order to do this, I would need several PLC’s running some kind of simulation program. To address that, I created this RSLogix 500 program.

It’s a simple program that demonstrates recipe handling, as well as simulates various process variable for display on the PanelView.

Posted on my original website back in 2002, you can now find this article and sample code HERE on The Automation Blog:

As always, if you have any questions, comments, corrections, or suggestions please don’t hesitate to share them with us by using the “post a comment or question” link below.

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MicroLogix Protocol Support

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In today’s article we’ll review the communication protocols supported by all the models and series of Allen-Bradley MicroLogix programmable controllers.

MicroLogix 1000 Protocol Support:

  • Channel 0:
    • Series A: DF1 Respond Only
    • Series B: Same as series A
    • Series C & Analog: DF1 Full Duplex, DF1 Half Duplex Slave, DH-485

MicroLogix 1000 Channel 0 Series CThe MicroLogix 1000’s single serial port initially only supported the DF1 Protocol, and was limited to respond only mode. This meant the MicroLogix 1000 could respond to read and write commands from other devices, but it couldn’t initiate a request.

Later, with the introduction of the series C version of the MicroLogix 1000 discrete units (and 20 point Analog models) the MicroLogix 1000 gained the ability to initiate communications using DF1, as well as the ability to communicate using the DH-485 protocol.

MicroLogix 1200 Protocol Support:

  • Channel 0:
    • Series A: DF1 Full Duplex, DF1 Half Duplex Slave, DH-485, and Modbus RTU Slave
    • Series B: DF1 Full Duplex, DF1 Half Duplex Slave, DH-485, Modbus RTU Slave, and ASCII Read/Write
    • Series C: DF1 Full Duplex, DF1 Half Duplex Master or Slave, DH-485, Modbus RTU Master or Slave, ASCII Read/Write, DF1 Radio Modem
  • Prog/HMI Respond Only port
    • Series C: Fixed at DF1 Full Duplex, 19,2K, CRC, No Parity or Handshaking

MicroLogix 1200 Channel 0 Series CWhen it came to communication protocols, the six years between the launch of the MicroLogix 1000 and 1200 made a big difference. The MicroLogix 1200 was initially released with support for DF1 Full Duplex, DF1 Half Duplex Slave, DH-485, and Modbus RTU Slave.

Not long after it’s initial release, Rockwell introduced the series B version of the MicroLogix 1200 along with RSLogix version 4.5. This release gave the MicroLogix 1200’s Channel 0 port full ASCII Read/Write support. Eight months later Rockwell released the series C version which added DF1 Half Duplex Master, Modbus RTU Master protocol, and  DF1 Radio Modem support.

MicroLogix 1200 Channel 1 Series CFour years after the original MicroLogix 1200 release, Rockwell upgraded the line by adding six additional models in 2004. These new models included a second, “Respond Only” communications port on the left side of the unit that was used for either programming or connecting an HMI. Models with the second port simply had an additional “R” (for Redundant port, or Respond only port) added to the end of their catalog number.

MicroLogix 1500 Protocol Support:

  • LSP
    • Channel 0:
      • Series A: DF1 Full Duplex, DF1 Half Duplex Slave, DH-485
      • Series B: DF1 Full Duplex, DF1 Half Duplex Slave, DH-485, Modbus RTU Slave, and ASCII Read/Write
      • Series C: DF1 Full Duplex, DF1 Half Duplex Master or Slave, DH-485, Modbus RTU Master or Slave, ASCII Read/Write, DF1 Radio Modem
  • LRP
    • Channel 0:
      • Series B: DF1 Full Duplex, DF1 Half Duplex Slave, DH-485, Modbus RTU Slave, and ASCII Read/Write
      • Series C: DF1 Full Duplex, DF1 Half Duplex Slave, DH-485, Modbus RTU Master or Slave, ASCII Read/Write
    • MicroLogix 1500LSP Channel 0 Series CChannel 1:
      • Series B: DF1 Full Duplex, DF1 Half Duplex Slave, DH-485, Modbus RTU Slave, and ASCII Read/Write
      • Series C: DF1 Full Duplex, DF1 Half Duplex Master or Slave, DH-485, Modbus RTU Master or Slave, ASCII Read/Write, DF1 Radio Modem

The first MicroLogix 1500 processor released, the 1764-LSP, had no communications port of it’s own. Instead, to connect a computer or HMI to a MicroLogix 1500 system the user MicroLogix 1500LRP Channel 0 Series Cwould use the communications port built into the MicroLogix 1500’s I/O Base.

This I/O base communications port initially supported DF1 Full Duplex, DF1 Half Duplex Slave, and DH-485.

Then in the year 2000, Rockwell introduced the series B version of the MicroLogix 1500 along with RSLogix version 4.5. This release added Modbus MicroLogix 1500LRP Channel 1 Series CRTU Slave protocol support as well as full ASCII Read/Write support.

Later in the year 2000, Rockwell released a second MicroLogix 1500 processor, the 1764-LRP. This new processor included its own communications port, Channel 1. But unlike the “respond only” port that is found on “R” models of the MicroLogix 1200, the MicroLogix 1500 LRP’s serial port was a fully functional.

The last addition came in 2003 when Rockwell released series C of the MicroLogix 1500. This release added support for DF1 Half Duplex Master, Modbus RTU Master, and DF1 Radio Modem protocols.

MicroLogix 1100 Protocol Support:

  • Channel 0:
    • Series A: DF1 Full Duplex, DF1 Half Duplex Master or Slave, DH-485, Modbus RTU Master or Slave, ASCII Read/Write, DF1 Radio Modem
    • Series B: Same as series A
  • MicroLogix 1100 Channel 0 Series BChannel 1:
    • Series A: Ethernet/IP (Messaging/Explicit,) BOOTP Client, DHCP Client, SNMP Server, HTTP Server
    • Series B: Ethernet/IP (Messaging/Explicit,) BOOTP Client, DHCP Client, SNMP Server and Client, HTTP Server, duplicate IP address detection

The MicroLogix 1100’s Channel 0 serial port supports DF1 Full Duplex, DF1 Half Duplex Master or Slave, DF1 Radio Modem, ASCII, DH-485, and Modbus RTU Master or Slave.

MicroLogix 1100 Channel 1 Series B

The built-in 10/100 Mbps RJ-45 Ethernet port (Channel 1) supports Ethernet/IP peer to peer messaging, often referred to as CIP Explicit Messaging. Note: It does not support I/O connections or CIP Implicit Messaging.

The series A Ethernet Port supports Boot-P, DHCP, SNMP Server capabilities, as well as a built-in webserver used to monitor system status or access data table addresses via pre-configured webpages. The series B models added SNMP Client capabilities as well as duplicate IP address detection.

MicroLogix 1400 Protocol Support:

  • Channel 0:
    • Series A: DF1 Full Duplex, DF1 Half Duplex Master or Slave, DH-485, Modbus RTU Master or Slave, ASCII Read/Write, DF1 Radio Modem, DNP3
    • Series B: Same as Series A
  • Channel 1:
    • Series A: Ethernet/IP (Messaging/Explicit,) BOOTP Client, DHCP Client, SNMP Server and Client, HTTP Server, duplicate IP address detection
    • Series B: Ethernet/IP (Messaging/Explicit,) BOOTP Client, DHCP Client, SNMP Server and Client, HTTP Server, duplicate IP address detection, Modbus TCP, DNP3 over IP.
  • MicroLogix 1400 Channel 0 Series BChannel 2:
    • Series A: DF1 Full Duplex, DF1 Half Duplex Master or Slave, DH-485, Modbus RTU Master or Slave, ASCII Read/Write, DF1 Radio Modem, DNP3
    • Series B: Same as Series A

The MicroLogix 1400’s Channel 0 serial port supports DF1 Full Duplex, DF1 Half Duplex Master or Slave, DH-485, Modbus RTU Master or Slave, ASCII MicroLogix 1400 Channel 2 Series BRead/Write, DF1 Radio Modem, as well as DNP3 Slave.

Unlike the 1100, the 1400 includes a second serial port (Channel 2.) This additional port supports DF1 Full Duplex, DF1 Half Duplex Master or Slave, DH-485, Modbus RTU Master or Slave, ASCII Read/Write, DF1 Radio Modem, as well as DNP3 Slave.

MicroLogix 1400 Channel 1 Series B

The 1400 also comes with an RJ45 10/100mbps Ethernet port (Channel 1.) This port supports Ethernet/IP peer to peer messaging, often referred to as CIP Explicit Messaging. Note: It does not support I/O connections or CIP Implicit Messaging.

The series A models support Boot-P, DHCP, SNMP Server and Client capabilities, as well as a built-in webserver used to monitor system status or access data table addresses via pre-configured webpages.

In 2010, Rockwell released the series B model which enhanced the Ethernet port adding Modbus TCP and DNP3 over IP. It also added the ability to disable incoming connecting, duplicate IP detection, and unconnected messaging.

I hope you find the above details about the MicroLogix’s supported protocols helpful.

If you have any comments, questions, or corrections please don’t hesitate to share them by using the “post a comment or question” link below.

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MicroLogix 1100 – Using the LCD to Enable DCOMM Mode (M43)

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In The Automation Minute: Episode 43, Shawn Tierney walks you through using the MicroLogix 1100’s LCD to enable its DCOMM mode

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MicroLogix Communication Ports

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MicroLogix FamilyIn today’s article we’ll review the communication ports found on the Allen-Bradley series of MicroLogix programmable controllers.

MicroLogix 1000 Communication Port:

  • MicroLogix 1000 FrontChannel 0:
    • 8 Pin Mini-Din

The MicroLogix 1000 includes a single RS-232 serial port for communications. This port is an 8 Pin Mini-Din style.

To convert this communications port from RS-232 to RS-485, an 1761-NET-AIC Advanced Interface Converter can be used along with a Mini-Din to Mini-Din cable.

MicroLogix 1200 Communication Port(s):

  • MicroLogix 1200 FrontChannel 0:
    • 8 Pin Mini-Din
  • Prog/HMI Respond Only port on “R” models
    • 8 Pin Mini-Din

The MicroLogix 1200 includes the same 8 Pin Mini-Din RS-232 serial port for communications and programming (Channel 0) as the MicroLogix 1000. However, Rockwell made the opening for the cable smaller, thus requiring users buy new series C cables as the older and larger series A and B cables would not fit.

1761-NET-AIC Front View

When RS-485 is needed on Channel 0, it can be converted from RS-232 to 485 by using an 1761-NET-AIC Advanced Interface Converter as well as a Mini-Din to Mini-Din cable.

Four years after the original MicroLogix 1200 release, Rockwell upgraded the line by adding six additional models in 2004. These new models included a second, “Respond Only” 8 Pin Mini-Din communications port on the left side of the unit that was used for either programming or connecting an HMI. Models with the second port simply had an additional “R” (for Redundant port, or Respond only port) added to the end of their catalog number.

MicroLogix 1500 Communication Ports:

  • MicroLogix 1500 LSP
    • Channel 0:
      •  8 Pin Mini-Din
  • LRP
    • Channel 0:
      • 8 Pin Mini-Din
    • Channel 1:
      • 9 Pin D-Shell (DB9)

The first MicroLogix 1500 processor released, the 1764-LSP, had no communications port of it’s own. Instead, to connect a computer or HMI to a MicroLogix 1500 system the user would plug MicroLogix 1500 LRP Processor Sideinto a Mini-Din communications port that was located on the MicroLogix 1500’s I/O Base. This Mini-Din Channel 0 port was the same form factor as the serial port as found MicroLogix 1000 and 1200.

When RS-485 is needed on Channel 0, it can be converted from RS-232 to 485 using a 1761-NET-AIC Advanced Interface Converter as well as a Mini-Din to Mini-Din cable.

In the year 2000, Rockwell released a second MicroLogix 1500 processor, the 1764-LRP. This new processor included it’s own isolated RS-232 9 Pin D-Shell (DB) communications port (Channel 1.)

MicroLogix 1100 Communication Ports:

  • MicroLogix 1100 SideChannel 0:
    • 8 Pin Mini-Din
  • Channel 1:
    • RJ-45 Ethernet Port

The MicroLogix 1100 comes equipped with an isolated 8 pin Mini-Din serial port (Channel 0) used on all previous MicroLogix models. However, it was upgraded to support both RS-232 and RS-485. The RS-485 connections replaced the pins that previously provided 24vdc power to accessories like the 1761-NET-AIC.

1763-NC01

When RS-485 is needed on Channel 0, instead of using a NET-AIC we use a 1763-NC01 cable which allows access to the native 485 pins and coverts the 8 Pin Mini-Din cable to a 5 position Terminal Block.

The MicroLogix 1400 also has a built-in 10/100 Mbps Ethernet port (Channel 1) for messaging, HMI’s, or programming.

MicroLogix 1400 Communication Ports:

  • MicroLogix 1400 FrontChannel 0:
    • 8 Pin Mini-Din
  • Channel 1:
    • RJ-45 Ethernet Port
  • Channel 2:
    • 9 Pin D-Shell (DB9)

1400 is similar to the 1100 in the fact that it comes with the same isolated 8 pin Mini-Din serial port (Channel 0) which supports both RS-232 and RS-485.

MicroLogix 1400 BottomWhen RS-485 is needed on Channel 0, instead of using a NET-AIC we use a 1763-NC01 cable which allows access to the native 485 pins and coverts the 8 Pin Mini-Din cable to a 5 position Terminal Block.

Unlike the 1100, the MicroLogix 1400 includes a second non-isolated serial port (Channel 2.) This additional port is an RS-232C 9 Pin D shell DB9.

The MicroLogix 1400 also comes with an RJ45 10/100 Ethernet port just like the 1100 and is used for messaging, HMI’s, or programming.

I hope you find the above details about the MicroLogix’s communication ports helpful.

If you have any comments, questions, or corrections please don’t hesitate to share them by using the “post a comment or question” link below.

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Flashback Friday! RSView32 RSWater 3.5 Demo

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Welcome to The Automation Blog’s “Flashback Friday!”

Today I’m highlighting an updated version of Rockwell’s “RSView32 Water” demo.

RSView32 RSWaterIn 2004 a Water/Waste Water client from a local engineering firm approached me looking for a good RSView32 demo. He needed something specific to his industry, and so I showed him Rockwell’s excellent RSWater demo.

After giving him the tour, he was impressed but also felt several key items were missing:

  • Alarms
  • Alarm annunciation
  • Security
  • Reporting

So we set out to add these features to Rockwell’s RSWater demo, dubbing this modification RSWater 3.5.

You can now see the original article and download a copy of this modified RSView32 demo HERE on The Automation Blog:

And if you have any questions, comments, corrections, or suggestions please don’t hesitate to share them with us by using the “post a comment or question” link below.

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Automation Fair 2014 Sessions: My Picks

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Automation Fair-2011 Featured Image


Automation-Fair-2011-03Automation Fair 2014 is just over a month away, and if there’s any chance you’ll be attending I suggest that now is the time to start making your plans.

Especially since there are so many sessions to choose from, with this year’s event including 99 Technical Presentations, 18 Workshop Demonstrations, and 18 Hands-on labs.

While at this very moment I’m not quite sure if I’ll be attending, if I do go below are the sessions I’d like to attend:

My Session Picks for Automation Fair 2014:

RSTechED 2014 25 Automation Fair SignT29 New PanelView™ 800 HMI Family

I’ve always enjoyed working with HMI’s, and whenever I hear Rockwell is releasing a new HMI I want to know more. With that in mind, I’ve put this PanelView 800 Technical Session on the top of my list.

Until the release of the Automation Fair Pre-Show guide, all I had heard about this unit was rumor and speculation. I haven’t even had an “off the record” conversation about it.

So needless to say, I’m very curious to find out if this line will finally add some much needed HMI horsepower to Rockwell’s component HMI lineup.

T31 What’s New in Visualization

Automation Fair Hands-on Labs SignEver since I got my beta copy of RSView (aka RSView32) back in the nineties, I’ve tried to learn everything I can about each new release of Rockwell’s HMI and SCADA platforms.

With that in mind, my second choice is all about what’s new with FactoryTalk View Studio, ViewME, PVPlus, ViewSE, Viewpoint, etc.

Here I expect updates on what’s new in ViewStudio 8, cool new tidbits on the PVPlus 7, and maybe even a target date for when Viewpoint will migrate to HTML5?

I would also like to ask the VersaView folks what the thought process was behind labeling their i3 PC and a “Performance” model? Isn’t that like calling a Prius a sports car?

W18 What’s New in Visualization

Third on my list is the workshop demo of What’s New in Viz. Should amount to a live demo of new features discuss in T31.

Automation Fair Hands-on labs openingsW05 Sensing Your Architecture with IO-Link

Next is anything to do with IO-Link. Well, W05 is the only thing I could find about IO Link, so that’s why it’s next.

Full disclosure: I really don’t know anything about IO Link except that its suppose to be a new way for sensors to interface to programmable controllers. This interface apparently enables additional diagnostics, automatic device replacement, and profiles, but I only know that from reading this session’s description.

T62 Next Generation of Compact AC Drives

The final item on my list would be this session detailing all the new 52x VFDs. I currently know very little about the 525, almost nothing about the 523, and even less about the 527. But what I do know is a lot of clients want to use them with PLC’s, so the more I know the better off I’ll be.

Additional Sessions worth mentioning:

Automation Fair Registration and Badge PickupT73 Exploring Sustainable Condition Monitoring Technologies:

Believe it or not, there’s pent up demand for a Condition Monitoring solution which is also “plug and play” with Rockwell’s Integrated Architecture. If that sound like something you’re looking for, then this session featuring Rockwell’s new Ethernet/IP Dynamix 1444 series might be for you.

T91 How to Select the Right Machinery Safety Logic System

T92 Advanced Programming Techniques for Machinery

L13 Reducing Machinery Safety System Development Time Using Safety Automation Builder

W15 Machinery Safety System Development and Configuration Tools Overview

As a life long programmer with a degree in electronics, I know practically nothing about electrical safety, and just slightly more about Safety PLC’s.

However, if you’re a machine builder who has to comply with more and more machine safety standards, these sessions would seem to be targeted at you.

Automation Fair Hands-on Labs signupL17 Rockwell Software Studio 5000 and Logix Basics Lab

W06 Rockwell Software Studio 5000 Logix Designer™ Workshop

If you haven’t had a chance to test drive the new Studio 5000, this basic lab might be just what you’re looking for. Highly recommended for users of non-Rockwell PLC’s, as well as PLC-5 and SLC-500 users.

L18 Rockwell Software Studio 5000 and Logix Advanced Lab

The description doesn’t specifically come out and say it, but if I know Rockwell this hands-on lab may be your first chance to use version 24. That is, unless you download it prior to attending the Fair – it’s expected to be released shortly before the show.

W14 Discover the Functionality of the PlantPAx Library of Process Objects

PlantPAx booth at Automation Fair 2013It was the best of times, and the worst of times. Have you come to love using PlantPAx process objects, but also full of questions about using them? Well if you are, this might the session for you.

If you do attend this session, please do us all a favor and ask for advance training for those poor techs trying to cover these on the Tech Connect help desk. They could really use some one-on-one time with the developers behind this great library of process objects.

Well that’s if for my session picks for Automation Fair 2014. If you have any comments about my comments above, or would like to share your own picks for AF14, please feel free to click on the “post a comment or question” link below.

And for complete Automation Fair session information check out http://www.AutomationFair.com as well as Rockwell’s preshow guide below:

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MicroLogix 1100 – Using the LCD to change the Trim Pot Values (M42)

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In The Automation Minute: Episode 42, Shawn Tierney walks you through using the MicroLogix 1100’s LCD to change its digital Trim Pot values.

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Panelview Plus – High-Bright Display: Seven Things You Should Know

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PanelView Plus High-Bright

I’ve received many questions about the PanelView Plus High-Bright display over the last few weeks, and today I want to share with you seven things you should know about it:

1) It’s Bright!

PanelView Plus High-BrightWhile the standard PanelView Plus display is rated for 300 cd/m2 (Nits,) the PanelView Plus High-Bright Display is much brighter, rated at 1000 cd/m2 (Nits.) That’s more than three times the luminance!

Like other PanelViews, this brightness can be controlled manually in the config menu. But unlike other PanelViews, it can also use a built-in light sensor to auto-adjust based on ambient light levels.

2) It’s the only PanelView Plus display rated for outdoor installations.

The PanelView Plus line carries a Nema 4X Indoor Only rating, and while I’ve seen my share of standard PanelView Plus models installed in outdoor locations, they’ve been put their at the customers own risk.

The standard units just aren’t designed for exposure to direct sunlight, rain and icing, and over time the plastic of the bezel will break down (often turning yellow or white) due to the exposure to outdoor levels of UV.

The PanelView Plus High-Bright Display on the other hand is designed for outdoor use, and carries a Nema 4X Outdoor rating. It’s bezel is made from a different material than the standard displays, a material very similar to composite decking.

3) It will reduce brightness if its max temperature is exceeded.

Carrying a temperature rating from 32 – 131 degrees Fahrenheit, the PanelView Plus High-Bright display has a built-in temperature sensor which will automatically reduce the display brightness if the internal temperature exceeds its max rating.

4) You can enhance its visibility and extend its life with an overlay and visor.

PanelView Plus VisorYou can cut down on glare and reduce the amount of UV the bezel receives by using the PVPlus antiglare overlay, catalog number 2711P-RGT12. The factory specifically states this will greatly increase the displays field life.

And when installing the High-Bright display in an location where it will be in direct sunlight during the hottest part of the day, the PanelView Plus visor kit, catalog number 2711P-RVT12 is highly recommended.

5) It comes without a logic board

The only way you can buy a High-Bright display is all by itself, without a logic board. But you do need a logic board for it to function.

6) It only works with DC logic boards.

Not entirely sure why this restriction exists, but it’s made very clear in the documentation that the only logic boards currently supported by the High-Bright display are the DC versions listed below:

  • 2711P-RP8D – PVPlus 6 Standard Features, DC Power, 512 flash/RAM
  • 2711P-RP9D – PVPlus 6 Enhanced Features, DC Power, 512 flash/RAM
  • 2711P-RP8DK – PVPlus 6 Standard Features, DC Power, 512 flash/RAM – Conformal Coated
  • 2711P-RP9DK – PVPlus 6 Enhanced Features, DC Power, 512 flash/RAM – Conformal Coated

7) It only comes in a 1250 / 12″ Touch version.

Yes, there is only one PanelView Plus High-Bright display: a 12″ Touch only unit with the following part number:

2711P-RDT12H

For more details about the PanelView Plus High-Bright Display, check out these Rockwell publications:

I hope the above information about Rockwell’s PanelView Plus High-Bright Display is helpful. If you have any questions, comments, corrections, or suggestions please feel free to share them by using the “post a comment or question” link below.

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Flashback Friday! RSView32 Reporting Hands-On Labs

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RSView32 Reporting


Welcome to The Automation Blog’s “Flashback Friday!”

Today I’m highlighting my “RSView32 Reporting Hands-On Labs” document covering several different ways to create reports in RSView32.

RSView32 ReportingIn 2001 clients often asked how to create reports using RSView32. But, with several unique options available, it could be a challenge to determine which was the best fit.

With that in mind, in early 2002 I held a small “RSView32 Reporting Hands-on” workshop in which a dozen clients walked through several different means of creating Reports in RSView32 (I even had a printer setup so they could print each report.)

After the hands-on session I made my step-by-step lab document available online, and which you can now find HERE on The Automation Blog:

If you have any questions, comments, corrections, or suggestions please don’t hesitate to share them with us by using the “post a comment or question” link below.

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PanelView Plus 7 Released

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PanelView Plus 7 Fi

Last week Rockwell released the first new models in it’s PanelView Plus 7 Standard family of HMI’s.

While not all the PanelView Plus 7 models are available at launch, the documentation shows the standard family will include the following models:

PanelView Plus 7 Standard 400W

      • Part Number: 2711P-T4W21D8S
      • PVP7-fiDisplay Size: 4.3-in.
      • Resolution: 480 x 272 (16:9)

PanelView Plus 7 Standard 600

      • Part Number: 2711P-T6C21D8S
      • Display Size: 5.7-in.
      • Resolution: 640 x 480 (4:3)

PanelView Plus 7 Standard 700

      • PVP7frontPart Number: 2711P-T7C21D8S
      • Display Size: 6.5-in.
      • Resolution: 640 x 480 (4:3)

PanelView Plus 7 Standard 900W

      • Part Number: 2711P-T9W21D8S
      • Display Size: 9.0-in.
      • Resolution: 800 x 480 (16:9)

PanelView Plus 7 Standard 1000

      • Part Number: 2711P-T10C21D8S
      • Display Size: 10.4-in.
      • Resolution: 800 x 600 (4:3)

The PanelView Plus 7 Standard now also sports a new look. The change from black to gray makes them look less like a repurposed PanelView 5000, and more like a classic PanelView Plus. The specifications of these new units are listed below:

    • Display: Color TFT LCD
    • OS: MS Windows CE 6.0 R3
    • CPU: 1.0 GHz ARM
    • RAM: 512 MB
    • Internal: 512 MB
    • Operating Temperature: 0 – 55°C
    • Ratings: NEMA 12, 13, 4X, IP54, IP66
    • USB: 1 USB-A and 1 USB-B:
    • NET: 1 x RJ45 10/100 MB
    • Power: 18-30V DC
    • Support Support: FTViewME 7.0 8.0 or later

Along with released of this new hardware, Rockwell has also made the following documentation on the PanelView Plus 7 available on their website:

As the name implies, this PDF contains cutout dimensions for the PanelView Plus 7 Standard models.

This document, also called “packaging contents,” is most likely what ships with the unit. It includes notices and warnings, as well as cutout, installation, and wiring information.

True to its name, these Installation Instructions describe how to install the PVPlus 7 using its mounting levels.

This is a four page color brochure for the PVPlus 7, including product specifications as well as features and benefits.

This publication contains detailed technical information on the PVPlus 7 Standard models.  This includes environmental specifications as well as product certifications.

This user manual contains much of the same information as the Technical Data publication. But, it also includes the detailed information on the “configuration mode” menu and terminal settings. It also includes information about using cables, memory cards, setting up a printer, and upgrading the terminal’s firmware.

Well that’s everything we know so far about the PanelView Plus 7 Standard models. As we learn more in the coming weeks and months, we’ll keep you posted.

And if you’re one of the lucky few who gets to use one of these units in the near future, we’d love to hear what you think!

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MicroLogix 1100 – Using the LCD to Change Mode (M41)

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In The Automation Minute: Episode 41, Shawn Tierney walks you through using the MicroLogix 1100’s LCD to change its mode.

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CCW – v7: Connected Components Workbench Version 7 Released

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CCW 7 SplashLast week Rockwell’s Connected Components Workbench (aka CCW) Version 7 became available for download from Rockwell HERE.

The standard package weighs in at a hefty 1.5gb, and also contains the latest RSLinx Classic installer package, version 3.70.

Rockwell recommends running CCW on an Intel i5 with 8gb of RAM. These are pretty steep specs, having more in common with the latest Call of Duty game, and well outside of the specs of Rockwell’s latest “performance” panel PC’s.

So what’s new in CCW Version 7?

Here’s some highlights from the product release notes:

Update Notifications

Rockwell’s Current updater will now notify users if a new release is available, however it won’t actually download the updates.

CCW 7 InstallSamples Folder

Now when you install CCW you also get a folder full of sample projects, code, and user defined function blocks.

Usability Enhancements

Apparently a lot of work has been put into usability in this release. The enhancements include updated right click and file menus, as well as graphical tweaks to the Ladder and Function Block editors.

Micro800 Enhancements

These include Data Protection for the 830 and 850, a new retentive timer instruction, variable import / export, and improved diagnostics.

Learn about other releases:

Check out our coverage of other releases of CCW below:

Link to download:

The full path to download CCW is below:

If you upgrade to version 7, we’d love to hear what you think! Just fill in the “post a comment or question” link below.

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View Studio – Migrating Communication Settings of a Remote I/O PanelView to a PanelView Plus

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PanelBuilder 1400E Tag Database RIO Block Transfer Tags

When importing a PanelView RIO project, there’s one crucial step you don’t want to miss!

Over the years I’ve received many calls from clients struggling with the conversion of Remote I/O (RIO) PanelViews.

PanelView 1400EMost found it easy enough to import their old PanelView projects into FactoryTalk View Studio. But when came to setting up the communications, many ran into a dead end.

At first glance, it would seem that the manufacturer had left the task of recreating the RIO configuration to the user.

But while the conversion process doesn’t recreate the RSLinx Enterprise configuration for you, it does create a configuration file you can import into RSLinx Enterprise.

Unfortunately, the manufacturer gives the user no indication that this import file is being created. This leaves many attempting to recreate from scratch what they could easily import.

With that in mind, today I’ll show you the simple steps to take to import your PanelView RIO communications configuration into FactoryTalk ViewStudio and RSLinx Enterprise.

Importing a PanelView RIO configuration into RSLinx Enterprise

Prep: First you need to import your legacy PanelView project into View Studio. For step-by-step instructions on how to do this see the below article:

Step 1: Open your imported PanelView project in FactoryTalk View Studio and double click on RSLinx Enterprise Communications Setup:

RIO PV to PV Plus Comms Import 1

Step 2: When prompted, choose “Create a new configuration:”

RIO PV to PV Plus Comms Import 2

Step 3: When RSLinx Enterprise opens, you’ll notice that no “shortcuts” exist. Before we create a shortcut we must first verify that name of the shortcut the import utility assigned to our imported tags.

RIO PV to PV Plus Comms Import 3

Step 4: Open the “HMI Tag Database” and select a device tag as shown below:

RIO PV to PV Plus Comms Import 4

Step 5: Review the address field for your device tag. You should find all the imported PanelView RIO tags have been assigned a shortcut name of “PVRIO.”

RIO PV to PV Plus Comms Import 4b

Step 6: Close the HMI Tag Database and return to RSLinx Enterprise. Now click on the “Add” shortcut button:

RIO PV to PV Plus Comms Import 5

Step 7: Name your new shortcut “PVRIO”

RIO PV to PV Plus Comms Import 5c

Step 8: Now select the Runtime (Target) tab. In this tab, right click on “RSLinx Enterprise” and select “Add Driver”

RIO PV to PV Plus Comms Import 6

Step 9: Select the Remote I/O hardware for your system. The most common RIO option is the 2711P-RN6 used with legacy PanelView Plus models.

RIO PV to PV Plus Comms Import 7

NOTE: For a complete list of PanelView Plus models which are still available and support RIO check out the below article:

Step 10: Change the “Baud Rate” to match your RIO network speed, and leave “Jumper ID” at zero.

RIO PV to PV Plus Comms Import 8

Step 11: Expand the new “Remote I/O, RIO” entry by clicking on the plus sign. Then right click on “RIOdata” and select “Configure RIO”

RIO PV to PV Plus Comms Import 9

Step 12: Right click on “RIO” and select “Import”

RIO PV to PV Plus Comms Import 10

Step 13: Browse to the “HMI Projects” folder, and then to the folder of your imported PanelView project. In this folder you will find a “PV Rio.XML” file which was created when you initially imported your PanelView RIO project into ViewStudio. Select this file and press open:

RIO PV to PV Plus Comms Import 11

Step 14: Once done, you should see something like the below configuration. Press “Save” and “OK.”

RIO PV to PV Plus Comms Import 12

Step 15: The last step is to assign your “PVRIO” shortcut to “RIOdata.” You do this by selecting the “PVRIO” shortcut, then “RIOdata,” and then by pressing “Apply,” and “OK.”

RIO PV to PV Plus Comms Import 13

Note: For more information about migrating old PanelView projects to FactoryTalk View, please reference the below migration guides (as of the publication of this blog these guides have not been updated with information about Bit Array support discussed in this article:)

I hope the above step-by-step procedure on how to import legacy PanelView RIO Communication Configurations into FactoryTalk ViewStudio and RSLinx Enterprise was helpful.

If you have any comment. questions, suggestions, or corrections please don’t hesitate to share them by using the “post a comment or question” link below.

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MicroLogix 1100 – Using the LCD to find the IP and MAC address (M40)

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In The Automation Minute: Episode 40, Shawn Tierney walks you through using the MicroLogix 1100’s LCD to find its IP and MAC address.

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View Studio – Importing Legacy PanelView Projects

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Import PV to PVP Fi


Import PV to PVP FiRockwell’s FactoryTalk View Studio HMI/SCADA development software comes with the built-in ability to import old PanelView Projects. In today’s article, I’ll walk you through the steps to do just that.

Importing legacy PanelView Projects into FactoryTalk View Studio

Step 1) Start by opening FactoryTalk View Studio Machine Edition. When prompted with the below “New/Open” window, choose the “New” tab:

PV to PVPlus Import 1Step 2) On the “New” tab, give your project a name (no spaces, under 28 characters,) but don’t click on “Create:”

PV to PVPlus Import 2

Step 3) Next, click on the “Import” button

PV to PVPlus Import 2bStep 4) Press “OK” after reading the notice:

PV to PVPlus Import 3Step 5) Select the type of legacy PanelView project you would like to import and press next:

Note: PanelBuilder 1200 projects must first be imported to PanelBuilder 1400e (enhanced) software and saved as a “.PVC”

PV to PVPlus Import 4Note: PanelBuilder Enhanced and pre-6.1 PanelView Plus projects can not be imported on Windows 7 64 bit without first preforming a lagecy tag database export on a 32bit OS. See this blog post for more information:

Step 6) Browse for your legacy PanelView file, select it, and press “Next:”

PV to PVPlus Import 5Note: In this example we will import a PanelView 1000 RIO Demo Project:

PV to PVPlus Import 5bStep 7) Select your import options and then press “Finish:”

PV to PVPlus Import 6Step 8) Once the import finishes, you will be prompted with a popup displaying the conversion results. All errors in this log will need to be considered before deploying your imported code:

PV to PVPlus Import 7Step 9) Now you have completed the importing of your legacy PanelView project into FactoryTalk ViewStudio:

PV to PVPlus Import 8Note: For more information about migrating old PanelView projects to FactoryTalk View check out the below migration guides:

I hope the above step-by-step procedure on how to import legacy PanelView projects into FactoryTalk ViewStudio was helpful. If you have any comment. questions, suggestions, or corrections please don’t hesitate to share them by using the “post a comment or question” link below.

Until next time, Peace ✌️ 

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