How to Resolve the yellow question mark in RSLinx In this post, we’ll discuss a method to resolve the yellow question mark in RSLinx. This is a common issue if you have an older version of RSLinx with newer hardware. You might also see this if you have a third Read More »
Introduction to FactoryTalk View Pop Ups We usually use FactoryTalk View Pop Ups in FactoryTalk View ME to display more information from an object on an overview screen. Because of the display size, there is a limit to the number of objects that you can add to an overview screen. Read More »
Resolving Connection Not Scheduled error Anyone who has done work with Controlnet has gotten the “Connection Not Scheduled” error. Although this is easy to resolve, there are a few steps to schedule the connection. As long as you have RSNetworx for Controlnet software, we should be able to fix this Read More »
Introduction to Communicating with Micrologix 1000 While there are many methods for Communicating with Micrologix 1000, Here we will discuss the most common method. In this case, we will directly connect to the front port using DF1 (RS232) protocol. Other methods include communicating via NET-AIC, or going through a ControlLogix Read More »
Introduction to RSNetworx for DeviceNet We use RSNetworx for DeviceNet to map field devices into a memory location in the processor. Each device on the network has a node number and an image size (amount of data). Therefore, we must configure where this data will appear in the Controller Tag Read More »
Introduction to RSView 32 Communication RSView 32 communication is easy to set up. It takes a few steps, however, to configure communication properly. RSView 32 is HMI Software (Human-Machine Interface). Likewise, you might also hear the term “MMI” which means the same (Man-Machine Interface). In this example, I’ll set up Read More »
Introduction — ControlLogix Message to PLC-2 Processor In this section, we’ll cover how to send a ControlLogix Message to the PLC-2. The PLC-2 is now old, and obsolete. However, there are still quite a few systems that exist, and we need to get data from them. In this case, we’ll Read More »
Introduction to Rockwell Icom AI5 Software We used Rockwell Icom AI5 Software to program and troubleshoot the PLC-5 processor before RSLogix 5 came along. As a nostalgic post, I wanted to go back and review this legacy software. Those proficient with AI software claim they could navigate the software much Read More »
Introduction to Studio 5000 (RSLogix) Training When looking for Studio 5000 (RSLogix) Training options, it’s important to find a company that will customize the course. You need a company who will adjust the course according to your training needs. At the same time, the instructor should have knowledge of the Read More »
Introduction to DeviceNet Hardware In this post, I’ll discuss an example of common DeviceNet Hardware. DeviceNet is a networking protocol which will carry 24v along with the network cable. Therefore, this eliminates the hassle, in most cases, of running a separate 24v line to each device. A DeviceNet system typically Read More »
