Adding ethernet comms to SLC PLC
Hi all, I'm looking to add ethernet comms to a 1746 SLC rack which currently has DH+ comms via it's 5/04 CPU, for the purpose of initiating CIP messaging to other plant CPX PLC's. It's not just as...
View ArticleMotion axis home
Hi guys! I need some help to understand what is the difference between an Active, Passive and an Absolute homing. Even if I read the manual still not clear for me. Can you please someone explain me...
View ArticleAutomation Direct ViewMarq and Control Logix
Have anyone successfully communicated/connected to an Automation Direct Viewmarq and manipulate these displays through a Control Logix PLC?
View ArticleControl Logix CPT Statement Oddity
Ran into this unique little "bug" today. Tag Variable is INT , Tag Output is REAL Using CPT Instruction (Variable / 2000) * 700 results in an output of Zero (0.0). Using CPT Instruction...
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Trouble energizing my stop output with 5069 CompactLogix Studio 5000
Hello All, I am new to Studio 5000. I am trying to have my limit sensors energize my stop output, and also have a manual bit that I can toggle that will energize the stop output as well. Currently,...
View ArticleFTView ME shortcut error when using 2 shortcuts
Is it really not possible to use 2 shortcuts with FTView ME panels. When I try to create the runtime file (.mer), I am getting an error that can not be used 2 shortcuts. Is there any possibilities to...
View ArticleCompactLogix
HiI have just bought a new AB CompactLogix 5380 (5069-L306ER) labeled "FACTORY SEAL".When I trying to connect via USB or Ethernet on studio 5000 softwares, no matter RSlinks or BOOT-DHCP tool, there...
View ArticleKinetix 6000
Hello guys! Im using RS Logix 5000. Can someone explain me what is the difference between when a servo is shutdown or disabled ? I read the help but it says the same. I can assume it like when its...
View ArticleKinetix 6000 drive Gurad
Hi, Can someon help me with the following question. Like what makes a Kinetix 6000 drive a Guarded drive ? What type of safety stuff can you set to make it more safe. Is it some parameter ? I am bit...
View ArticleStratix 5700 parameters problems
I do have a problem with Stratix 5700 managed switch. I have a system with 3 Stratix 5700 switches with their own systems. If I switch off the power one off the system and put the power on again,...
View Article2080-LC30-24QWB - firmware download failed
Hi all,I have problem with this PLC.I have Micro 830 ( 2080-LC30-24QWB series A ).Yesterday i tried download PLC code in to the PLC,CCW wanted to upgrade firmware on this PLC,I did chose - OK,Original...
View ArticleReplace CompactLogix L32e to L33er - DH485
Hi, Our supplier told me" CLX L32e is out of date ", and i must confirmed it is possible replaced it to a new model from new Logix Family ( L30,L33,L36 ). So, replacing PLC processor is not problem,...
View ArticleMicro800 live data
I have a few Micro800 PLCs connected to sensors on our production lines. Currently we have KEPServerEX 6 running on a server that collects data from the PLCs and sends it to a proprietary web service....
View ArticleDifference SS1 and SS2 kinetix
Hi guys, Can someone explain me what is the difference between SS1 and SS2 instruction ? I read the help but its not so helpful for me. THank you so much.
View ArticleFatal Error when going online
Hey everyone; Having a problem with RSLogix5000 and a Contrologix L62 Processor. Was adding a MAVE block to a routine and a fatal error occurred as it was being created. I've verified the program...
View ArticleMikeC
I have a program in a micrologix 1100 with a couple Timers Time on Delay, Everything seems like it is right but when the timer is energized, it goes thru the time delay (8 seconds) times out and...
View Article1783-NATR Modbus TCP
Has anyone successfully used a 1783-NATR for Modbus TCP communication between a ProSoft MNET card (in the ControlLogix rack) and a Modicon Quantum? ProSoft MNET: 10.x.y.z Modicon Quantum:...
View ArticleHow can I improve my counter's accuracy?
So I have a plc program where most of the outputs are based on a counter that goes from 0 to 1000. The counter speed is adjustable and is generally set to run through a full cycle (count from 0 to...
View ArticleCan you decrease the scan time in Studio 5000
Is there any way to decrease the scan time, of tags, between Logix designer and View designer in Studio 5000 its currently at around 500ms? Compactlogix 5380, 5069-L320ER
View ArticleControl Net Problem
I have a PLC 5 program that is acting as a master controller for several other various PLCs. I have found where an input is coming in off of ControlNet. I went to the relevant ControlLogix program...
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