Introduction to Working with ControlLogix Strings In this post, we’ll be Working with ControlLogix Strings. String manipulation is becoming an important part of programming. You can display strings directly to the operator on an HMI. You might display machine status, and even troubleshooting information by manipulating strings. In the past, Read More »
Introduction to Getting Started with Altair BASIC In this post, we’ll talk about Getting Started with Altair BASIC. There are several different ways to program the Altair 8800 computer. The BASIC programming language is one of them. Usually, this is the easiest method for beginners. BASIC is short for “Beginner’s Read More »
Introduction to GuardLogix Dual Channel Stop (DCS Instruction) The GuardLogix Dual Channel Stop (DCS Instruction) monitors two Inputs. Typically, these inputs will be two different contact blocks on devices such as an E-Stop, Safety Gate, Safety Mat, or Light curtain. The purpose of having two inputs per device is for Read More »
Introduction to running the Altairduino on the Internet (Altair 8800) In this post, we’ll discuss how to run the Altairduino on the Internet. The Altair 8800 is a computer born in 1974. It was the first successful home PC. At this time, it gave computer enthusiasts a way to learn Read More »
Introduction to the ControlLogix AND Instruction From what we learned in grade school, we would think the ControlLogix AND Instruction might be confusing. In those post, we’ll discuss the ControlLogix AND Instruction, and the ControlLogix OR Instruction. For example, 7 and 3 equals 3. Likewise, 6 and 4 equals 4. Read More »
Introduction to Programming the Kenbak-1 Kenbakuino There are a couple ways that we can program the Programming the Kenbak-1. In this case, we’ll be programming the Kenbakuino. Mark Wilson put the code together for the Kenbakuino, and you can build your own. Another option is to purchase a kit. Chris Read More »
Introduction to ControlLogix Permanent Daylight Saving Time Congress is currently passing a recommendation that the US maintain daylight saving time. This means that at some point, you will no longer need to go back to standard time if you choose to follow this recommendation. The plan is to pass a Read More »
How to Create a Web Page It’s easy to Create a Web Page. Basically, the simplest web page is just an HTML document. HTML stands for HyperText Markup Language. You can build your very first web page using Notepad. Really, you can use any standard text editor. For projects, you Read More »
How to Map a Host Directory in VirtualBox When you run virtual machines, occasionally, you will need to Map a Host Directory in VirtualBox. I’m using Oracle’s VirtualBox software. You might be running a virtualbox to use older programs, such as PanelBuilder32. RSView32 would be another reason to run a Read More »
How to Add Images to FactoryTalk View To Add Images to FactoryTalk View, we simply add an image object, then browse for the image. Additionally, you can animate the images that you add. For example, let’s say you want to have a different background image for night time. We would Read More »
