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bluenoser337

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• May 13, 2009

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I have a machine with a DirectLogic DL350 CPU. I do not have a copy of the program, but the CPU still has the program in it. I am wondering...(1)What software do I need to talk to this? (2)What is the cable pinout...photo looks like 9-pin to RJ45. (3)Can you upload the program code from these CPUs? I'd like to make a connection, upload, then document the program. Any assistance greatly appreciated!! Thanks!!

 

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Here is a link to the Automation Direct web page for the software and cables:

http://web5.automationdirect.com/ad...(Small_Modular_PLC)/Programming_SW_-a-_Cables

I think you can find all the manuals and other information there as well.

Paul

 

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DirectSoft5 software. Part number PC-DSOFT5
For the top port, the cable part number is D2-DSCBL
For the bottom port, the cable part number is D3-DSCBL-2

Info from section 8 of the AD catalog, Volume 11

 

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Hey Okie...I've been on there. Your link helped me find a "live chat" option. That'll get me what I need. Thanks!!!!

 

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Thanks also to Steve. Automation Direct says..."Due to licensing requirements, we can't offer software manual for download." Too bad

 

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No luck on the cable pinout. Anybody have that?

 

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Cable pinouts

This link will get you waht you need.

http://support.automationdirect.com/docs/commcables.pdf

Andy

 

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The cable pinout can be found here.

The manual for the D3-350 can be downloaded from here.

Edit: Andy beat me by seconds.

 

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Andy and icky.....PERFECT...Thank you!!!!

 

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icky, I think I was disqualified on that one due to a spelling error.

bluenoser337, you could download the demo version of DirectSoft5 (PC-DS100) to take a look at it. It has full functionality with the exception of a 100 word limit download to the PLC.

http://support.automationdirect.com/demos.html

Andy

 

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Thanks Andy...it's a done deal...I've purchased the software, and made the cable...good to go.