In RSLogix500 Double Click IO Configuration in the Project Tree. Double Click the 1746-NI16I in the I/O list. When it opens, Click on Configure. Enable the Channel, set your Input Type, set your Data Format.
In RSLogix500 Double Click IO Configuration in the Project Tree. Double Click the 1746-NI16I in the I/O list. When it opens, Click on Configure. Enable the Channel, set your Input Type, set your Data Format.
I agree it is not that clear, even the Sample Code isn't all that helpful. If you are In Support with AB, you should be able to get your RSLogix500 updated. The Configure is definitely the way to go.