Data monitor on RSLogix 5000

I know this is an old issue but it never hurts to ask. Is there a way to do data monitoring on RSLogix 5000 without using the Custom Data Monitor tool? I just love the CDM on the RSLogix 500 but it seems Rockwell is not interested in implementing it on the 5000.

Quick Watch is an option but (as far as I know) the list cannot be saved. My workaround is to create a dummy routine and add a line with all the tags I want to monitor. Then I use the Watch List / Current Routine option to monitor it. Unfortunately I cannot arrange the tags in a logical manner. Any suggestions greatly appreciated.

Version 18 added persistent (saved) Quick Watch windows. That's the way to go.

OG

Excellent! Tnx for the update.

From a resent thread

http://www.plctalk.net/qanda/showpost.php?p=426956&postcount=9

I use RSLinx Gateway, so I took the time to make a spreadsheet with OPC/DDE links when I needed persistence and ease on the eyes.