Unitronics Vision 230 Installation Manual

Vision™ OPLC™
This guide provides basic information for Unitronics' Models V230/260/280/290 (Non-color Screens).
General Description
Vision OPLCs are programmable logic controllers that comprise an integral operating panel
containing a graphic LCD screen and a keyboard. All models offer the same PLC features.
Operating panel features differ according to model.
V230
LCD + Keyboard
Communications
I/O Options
Information Mode
Programming
Software,
& Utilities
Unitronics
V260
LCD + Keyboard
 2 serial ports: RS232 (COM1), RS232/RS485 (COM2)
 1 CANbus port
 The user can order and install an additional port. Available port
types are: RS232/RS485, and Ethernet
 Communication Function Blocks include: SMS, GPRS, MODBUS
serial/IP Protocol FB enables PLC to communicate with almost
any external device, via serial or Ethernet communications
Vision supports digital, high-speed, analog, weight and temperature
measurement I/Os via:
 Snap-in I/O Modules
Plug into the back of the controller to provide an on-board I/O
configuration
 I/O Expansion Modules
Local or remote I/Os may be added via expansion port or CANbus
This mode enables you to:
 View & Edit operand values, COM port settings, RTC and screen
contrast/brightness settings
 Calibrate the touchscreen
 Stop, initialize, and reset the PLC
To enter Information Mode, press the <i> button for several seconds.
The Unitronics Setup CD contains VisiLogic freeware and other utilities
 VisiLogic
Easily configure hardware and write both HMI and Ladder control
applications; the Function Block library simplifies complex tasks
such as PID. Write your application, and then download it to the
controller via the programming cable included in the kit
 Utilities
These include UniOPC server, Remote Access for remote
programming and diagnostics, and DataXport for run-time data logging
To learn how to use and program the controller, as well as use utilities such
as Remote Access, refer to the VisiLogic Help system.
Installation Guide
Models V230/260/280/290 (Non-color Screens)
V280
Touchscreen + Keyboard
V290
Touchscreen only
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