Beckhoff EL3692 Documentation page 84

Commissioning
Fig. 113: Correction dialog with modifications
Once all modifications have been saved or accepted, click "OK" to transfer them to the real *.tsm
configuration.
Change to compatible device
TwinCAT offers a function "Change to Compatible Type..." for the exchange of a device whilst retaining the
links in the task.
Fig. 114: Dialog "Change to Compatible Type..." (left: TwinCAT 2; right: TwinCAT 3)
This function is preferably to be used on AX5000 devices. If called, the System Manager suggests the
devices that it finds in the associated sub-folder; in the case of the AX5000, for example, in \TwinCAT\IO
\EtherCAT\Beckhoff AX5xxx.
Change to Alternative Type
The TwinCAT System Manager offers a function for the exchange of a device: Change to Alternative Type
Fig. 115: TwinCAT 2 Dialog Change to Alternative Type
84 Version: 2.1 EL3692