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  • Page 1 DataWorx WinPLC User Manual PC-WPLC-M www.automationdirect.com...
  • Page 2 DataWorx WinPLC DataWorx WinPLC User Manual PC-WPLC-M Please include the manual number and the manual issue, both shown below, when communicating with Technical Support regarding this publication. Manual Number: PC-WPLC-M Issue: Second Edition Issue Date: 01 July 05 Publication History...
  • Page 3 DataWorx WinPLC WARNING Thank you for purchasing automation equipment from Automationdirect.com™, doing business as, AutomationDirect. We want your new automation equipment to operate safely. Anyone who installs or uses this equipment should read this publication (and any other relevant publications) before installing or operating the equipment.
  • Page 4 DataWorx WinPLC AVERTISSEMENT Nous vous remercions d'avoir acheté l'équipement d'automatisation de Automationdirect.comMC, en faisant des affaires comme, AutomationDirect. Nous tenons à ce que votre nouvel équipement d'automatisation fonctionne en toute sécurité. Toute personne qui installe ou utilise cet équipement doit lire la présente publication (et toutes les autres publications pertinentes) avant de l'installer ou de l'utiliser.
  • Page 5 DataWorx WinPLC ADVERTENCIA Gracias por comprar equipo de automatización de Automationdirect.com™. Deseamos wue su nuevo equipo de automatización opere de manera segura. Cualquier persona que instale o use este equipo debe leer esta publicación (y culaquier otra publicación pertinente) antes de instalar u operar el equipo.
  • Page 6 DataWorx WinPLC AUTOMATIONDIRECT.COM END USER LICENSE AGREEMENT AND LIMITED WARRANTY The software accompanying this license agreement (the Software) is the property of AutomationDirect.com, or its suppliers, and is protected by United States and International Copyright laws and International treaty provisions. No ownership rights are granted by this Agreement or possession of the Software.
  • Page 7 DataWorx WinPLC AutomationDirect.com provides information or assistance regarding the use of the Software or otherwise, AutomationDirect.com is not assuming the role of engineering consultant. AutomationDirect.com disclaims responsibility for any errors or omissions arising in connection with engineering in which its Software or such information or assistance is used.

  • Page 8: Table Of Contents

    DataWorx WinPLC Table of Contents Chap 1.0 Introduction...........1 Chap 2.0 Installation..........2 Chap 3.0 Registration.........10 Chap 4.0 Think & Do..........13 Chap 5.0 DataWorx WinPLC......18 5.1 Server..........18 5.1.1 Installing..........18 5.1.2 Running...........20 5.1.3 Pausing...........21 5.1.4 Stopping..........22 5.1.5 Diagnosing........23 5.1.6 Uninstalling........25 5.2 Monitor..........26 5.2.1 Connecting........27 5.2.2 Configuring........28...

  • Page 9: Chap 1.0 Introduction

    • The Monitor can run on Windows 98, NT, 2000 or XP • Internet Explorer 6.0 or higher Note: DataWorx WinPLC functions as an NT service so you do not have to be logged on for the server to acquire data. Please see the Server section of this manual for more information about the DataWorx WinPLC Server.

  • Page 10: Chap 2.0 Installation

    Ideal when the physical location of the Server is not easily accessible b. Must note the IP Address or name of the Server DataWorx WinPLC software is available on the AutomationDirect Product Showcase CD. To install DataWorx WinPLC, insert the AutomationDirect CD into your PC’s CD drive.
  • Page 11 DataWorx WinPLC The AutomationDirect installation window will display all software options available on this CD. To install DataWorx WinPLC select the INSTALL PURCHASED SOFTWARE option. This selection opens the Product Key window shown below. In the given field, enter the Product Key, located on the back cover of your CD case.
  • Page 12 DataWorx WinPLC Start the installation program and click NEXT. Read and make sure you understand the license agreement. After reading and understanding the license agreement check the box next to the statement, "Yes, I agree with the terms of this license agreement." Click NEXT.
  • Page 13 DataWorx WinPLC The next screen contains important readme information that may be pertinent to you. After reading this, click NEXT.
  • Page 14 "Description." After you have determined which type of setup you want click NEXT, and you will be asked to choose a location in which to save the DataWorx WinPLC files. By default the files will go to: c:\Program Files\AutomationDirect\DataWorx WinPLC You can choose an alternative location for the DataWorx WinPLC files by clicking the BROWSE button.
  • Page 15 Once satisfied with the location of the files, click NEXT and you will be prompted for the program group. By default, the program group is “DataWorx WinPLC.” This program group can be changed by entering a new name into the textbox.
  • Page 16 DataWorx WinPLC Click NEXT. You will be prompted to begin installation. Click the BACK button at any time to review the settings before committing to the installation. Once satisfied with the installation settings, click the NEXT button. You should now see a meter indicating the installation...
  • Page 17 DataWorx WinPLC Installation can be stopped at any time throughout the process by clicking the CANCEL button. Once installation is complete, you will be notified that DataWorx WinPLC has been successfully installed. Click FINISH to exit the installation wizard.

  • Page 18: Chap 3.0 Registration

    DataWorx WinPLC 3.0 Registration (required) Registration Instructions: • Ensure that the Server is running • Start the Monitor and connect to the Server • Go to HELP -> REGISTRATION in the program’s menu • Once the Registration window opens, copy the original registration key by highlighting the key, pressing the right mouse button, and selecting COPY.
  • Page 19 DataWorx WinPLC Note: The registration form is case sensitive. • Click the CREATE REGISTRATION button. If all information has been entered correctly, a new unique key should be assigned to you.
  • Page 20 DataWorx WinPLC • Copy the assigned key by highlighting it, pressing the right mouse button and selecting COPY. Now, go back to the DataWorx Monitor Registration screen (HELP -> REGISTRATION in the program’s menu). Paste the newly assigned registration key over the original key by highlighting the old key code, pressing the right mouse button and selecting PASTE.

  • Page 21: Chap 4.0 Think & Do

    DataWorx WinPLC 4.0 Think & Do In order for DataWorx WinPLC to receive data from the WinPLC, it is necessary to configure the WinPLC Think & Do project to send network commands to DataWorx WinPLC. The following are instructions for configuration: (For Think &...
  • Page 22 Link Size. For the IP Address field, enter the IP address of the DataWorx WinPLC host computer. NOTE: The DataWorx WinPLC host computer MUST have a static IP address configuration. If the server uses DHCP then results will be unpredictable.
  • Page 23 You can view the DataWorx WinPLC server IP address from the server window by following these steps: Go to START button -> AutomationDirect -> DataWorx WinPLC -> DataWorx WinPLC Server The server address will be indicated by the IP Address:...
  • Page 24 Once the parameters are established, the user needs to establish a trigger so that messages can be sent to DataWorx WinPLC whenever desired. In the I/O View screen select the Tag Link driver and go to the Module Status Mapping tab: There is a TRIGGER UPDATE item, as is shown in this screen.
  • Page 25 MyNumber {(Number, 3)} Close I/O View and create a Flowchart. In the flowchart, activate sending the tags to DataWorx WinPLC by turning the TriggerUpdate flag on like in the following example: To see a sample, go to: START -> Program Files -> AutomationDirect -> DataWorx...

  • Page 26: Chap 5.0 Dataworx Winplc

    Server with the Monitor, refer to the “Monitor” section. 5.1.1 Installing The DataWorx WinPLC Server needs to be installed and running in order to function without user intervention. To install the Server, go to: START Button -> PROGRAMS -> AUTOMATIONDIRECT ->...
  • Page 27 This window should appear, showing the Server as “Not Installed.” Click the INSTALL button, and the Server status should be shown as “Installed, Stopped.” Note: This does not start the DataWorx WinPLC Server. To start the Server refer to the Running section.

  • Page 28: Running

    DataWorx WinPLC 5.1.2 Running If you do not already have the DataWorx WinPLC Server Window open, go to START Button -> PROGRAMS -> AUTOMATIONDIRECT -> DATAWORX WINPLC -> DATAWORX WINPLC SERVER A window will appear, showing the status of the Server as “Installed, Stopped.”...

  • Page 29: Pausing

    Pausing forces the Server to stop listening for WinPLC input. This can be useful when configuring the Server because it will prevent irrelevant data from being stored. If you do not already have the DataWorx WinPLC Server Window open, go to START Button -> PROGRAMS -> AUTOMATIONDIRECT ->...

  • Page 30: Stopping

    DataWorx WinPLC Click the PAUSE (STOP LISTENING) button, and this window should appear, showing the Server is paused. Note: This does not stop the DataWorx WinPLC Server. To stop the Server refer to the Stopping section 5.1.4 Stopping Stopping the DataWorx Server completely stops it from running, instead of just halting its listening state.

  • Page 31: Diagnosing

    5.1.5 Diagnosing Diagnosing the DataWorx WinPLC Server allows you to troubleshoot and view real-time events. If you do not already have the DataWorx WinPLC Server Window open, go to START Button -> PROGRAMS -> AUTOMATIONDIRECT -> DATAWORX WINPLC -> DATAWORX WINPLC SERVER...
  • Page 32 DataWorx WinPLC In the DataWorx WinPLC Server’s main program menu, go to FILE -> ERROR LOG An Error Log window like the one below should appear.

  • Page 33: Uninstalling

    5.1.6 Uninstalling Occasionally, for troubleshooting reasons, you may want to uninstall the Server entirely. If you do not already have the DataWorx WinPLC Server Window open, go to START Button -> PROGRAMS -> AUTOMATIONDIRECT -> DATAWORX WINPLC -> DATAWORX WINPLC SERVER Click the UNINSTALL button, and this window should appear.

  • Page 34: Monitor

    5.2 Monitor Overview The DataWorx WinPLC Monitor allows you to configure the DataWorx WinPLC Server and retrieve its data files over the network. It also enables convenient troubleshooting. Below is the Monitor’s main window. Following are explanations of each of its fields.

  • Page 35: Connecting

    DataWorx WinPLC 5.2.1 Connecting This section will provide step-by-step instructions for connecting to a DataWorx PLC Server. This is important because it will allow you to configure the DataWorx Server and retrieve its data files. In the main screen portion labeled “Server Address,” enter the IP Address.

  • Page 36: Configuring

    DataWorx WinPLC 5.2.2 Configuring Note: Before you can configure the Server you must connect to it. Go to menu OPTIONS -> CONFIGURE SERVER You will then see a list of WinPLCs, if any, configured for the Server, as in this example.
  • Page 37 DataWorx WinPLC To add a WinPLC, click the ADD button, and you will see a WinPLC Configuration screen like this one. Following are explanations of each of the WinPLC Configuration Window's fields: Alias: Optional name for the WinPLC - can be useful...
  • Page 38 DataWorx WinPLC Fields Separation: The fields received from the WinPLC need to be separated in the text file. Here you can choose to use comma or tabs to separate each field Log IP Address of WinPLC: Tells the Server to enter the...

  • Page 39: Modifying A Winplc

    DataWorx WinPLC 5.2.3 Modifying a WinPLC Go to menu OPTIONS -> CONFIGURE SERVER You will then see a list of WinPLCs, if any, configured for the Server:...
  • Page 40 DataWorx WinPLC Click the MODIFY/VIEW button and you will see a WinPLC Configuration screen, which shows the WinPLC data, as shown in the example below. Once you are finished making changes, click OK to save or CANCEL to discard changes.

  • Page 41: Deleting

    DataWorx WinPLC 5.2.4 Deleting Go to menu OPTIONS -> CONFIGURE SERVER You will then see a list of WinPLCs, if any, configured for the Server. Select the WinPLC you wish to delete and click the DELETE button.

  • Page 42: Duplicating

    DataWorx WinPLC 5.2.5 Duplicating A great time-saving feature for those who have many WinPLCs with similar configurations. You can create one listing and make copies of it. Go to menu OPTIONS -> CONFIGURE SERVER You will then see a list of WinPLCs, if any, configured for the Server.

  • Page 43: Hiding

    Monitor out of view for later access. To hide the Monitor, go to menu FILE -> HIDE The DataWorx WinPLC icon appears on the task bar. The application can then be restored by right-clicking on the icon and selecting RESTORE.

  • Page 44: Backing Up And Restoring

    DataWorx WinPLC 5.2.7 Backing up and Restoring Backing up the configuration allows you to safely restore all your changes in the event of a hardware failure. To backup configuration, go to menu: OPTIONS -> BACKUP CONFIGURATION You will be prompted for a filename. Name the file and click SAVE.

  • Page 45: Listening

    DataWorx WinPLC 5.2.8 Listening The DataWorx WinPLC Server maintains "listening" and "not listening" states for WinPLC input. You can change the listening state from the Monitor as well as from the Server program. Changing the listening state can be useful when in the...

  • Page 46: Locking / Unlocking

    DataWorx WinPLC 5.2.9 Locking / Unlocking A useful feature for preventing unwanted WinPLC configurations and Server listen state changes. To lock the Server configuration, click the LOCK button. A screen will appear asking for the lock code. Enter the lock code and click OK. Make note of the lock code you have chosen so Server may be unlocked when necessary.

  • Page 47: Reporting

    DataWorx WinPLC 5.2.10 Reporting One of the most useful features of the Monitor, reporting allows you to view or save files generated by the Server over a network without having physical access to the Server. To view the report, go to menu: TOOLS ->...
  • Page 48 DataWorx WinPLC From the list on the left side of the screen, select the WinPLC from which you wish to view data. Next, select a file from the File(s) list and click either the OPEN, OPEN WITH or SAVE button.

  • Page 49: Chap 6.0 Troubleshooting

    DataWorx WinPLC 6.0 Troubleshooting Cannot connect to Server Double check the Server Address - it might be incorrect Verify that the Server and Monitor computers are online and can access network facilities such as e-mail and Internet Ensure that cables are connected Verify that computers can access Internet by going to a test web site such as www.yahoo.com...

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