The ControlLogix TagProvider interfaces with AB Rockwell ControlLogix and CompactLogix devices. Configure this connection to integrate real-time data into applications, eliminating the need for manual tag creation. This setup provides a way to access and utilize data from ControlLogix or CompactLogix series in various applications.
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Configuration
To set up ControlLogix devices as a TagProvider, navigate to Unified Namespace → TagProvider Connections and select AB Rockwell ControlLogix/CompactLogix devices.
In the configuration window, select the device model from the dropdown list. Define MaxStringItemsPerBlock, specify WaitingBetweenMsgs, input StringLegacy details, enter the IP address, port number, and slot number. Click "Connect" or "Save" to complete the setup. Test the connection using the "Test" button.
Ensure all details are accurate for a seamless connection. If unsure about specific settings, refer to your device's documentation or seek expert advice.
Connection Parameters
Field | Description |
|---|---|
Provider | Specifies the type of device or system with which the TagProvider will interface. In this case, it is AB Rockwell ControlLogix and CompactLogix devices. |
Access Mode | Determines the permissions for interacting with tags: Read allows data reading, Write permits data writing, and ReadWrite enables both reading and writing. |
Name | User-defined name for the TagProvider instance, used to identify the specific configuration in the system. |
Description | A brief explanation of the TagProvider's purpose or the systems it interfaces with, providing context for its usage. |
ProtocolOptions | A set of parameters that define specific communication settings for the connection to the device. |
Field | Description |
|---|---|
Model | Selects the specific model of the ControlLogix or CompactLogix device. Options include Others (generic settings), 1756-L8X (for the 1756-L8X series), and Micro850 (for Micro850 series). |
MaxStringItemsPerBlock | Defines the maximum number of string items that can be included in a single block of data. |
WaitingBetweenMsgs | Sets the delay time between consecutive messages sent to the device, helping manage communication load. |
StringLegacy | Configures compatibility with legacy string formats used in older systems. |
Connection | Defines the network settings for connecting to the device, including IP address, port, and slot number. |
Field | Description |
|---|---|
Test | Button to verify the connection settings, ensuring that the system can successfully communicate with the specified device. |
IP | The IP address of the ControlLogix or CompactLogix device to establish a network connection. |
Port | The network port number used for communication with the device. |
Slot | Specifies the slot number of the processor within the ControlLogix or CompactLogix chassis. |
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