From Rockwell Forum:
Wednesday April 06, 2005 9:22 AM (NEW!)
By popular request, below is a llist of the new features that are planned for RSLogix 5000 V15 which is targeted to release in the June 2005 Timeframe:
Language Enhancements
Release V15 of RSLogix 5000 contains a number of language enhancements. They are as follows:
Integrated Phase Manager (Unit Batch)
Version 15 of RSLogix 5000 introduces the integration of the S88 phase state model in the Logix5000 controllers and in the programming environment. The S88 phase state model can be used to easily address complex and simple batch applications. It can also be used to address packaging applications (PackML). Phase Manager provides tighter, faster and more reliable integration with RSBizWare Batch. In addition, Phase Manager eliminates the need to use complex Phase Logic Interface (PLI) when using RSBizWare Batch.
Phases can be sequenced either from an RSBizWare Batch procedure for complex batch control applications or from a routine (i.e. SFC) in the controller for simpler batch applications. RSLogix 5000 V15 includes a rich set of new instructions that allow phases to interact with a RSBizWare Batch procedure or with a routine acting as a procedure in the controller. Additionally, RSLogix 5000 provides a manual phase state control capability useful for startup and troubleshooting.
Increased Program Limit (100) for Select Controllers
With version v13 and earlier, all controllers were limited to 32 programs per task. With release v15, we are extending this limit to 100 for the ControlLogix, SoftLogix and RSLogix Emulate 5000 controllers. This new limit also applies to the new Equipment Phases, as part of the Phase Manager feature. By extending the number of programs to 100, you will have even more flexibility to divide your application into more independent, better manageable and reusable sections of code.
SFC Action String Indicator tags
With the introduction of the Sequential Function Chart programming in release v11 of RSLogix 5000, we gave you the ability to set a tag as an indicator in an action element. When the code in executed, the tag¡¯s numeric value is displayed in the action providing a convenient way of providing status information on the particular operation of that action. This enhancement extends this functionality by allowing setting and displaying the value of a STRING data type tag, which now gives you the ability to displaying a text string in the action. This gives you the ability to provide a more descriptive status indicator in the action. Additionally, by using the built in string manipulation instructions, you can set the tag¡¯s string value programmatically at run-time.
Miscellaneous Enhancements
Release V15 of RSLogix 5000 contains a number of miscellaneous enhancements.
Add 1756 I/O On-line via ControlNet
In order to further extend the applicability of the ControlLogix platform in process applications, release v15 of RSLogix 5000 gives you the ability to add 1756 I/O on-line, in the local chassis and in a remote chassis over ControlNet. This enhancement allows you to add a direct connection to 1756 I/O without having to stop the operation of your process application. The I/O that is added in a remote chassis goes into the un-scheduled bandwidth of ControlNet. For this reason, we recommend that you use a dedicated ControlNet network or cable just for I/O and route the HMI, Message, and RSLogix 5000 workstation traffic to a separate network. Adding motion modules, produced/consumed tags, and rack optimized module connections on-line are not supported at this time.
I/O on ControlNet via Unscheduled Bandwidth
As part of the adding 1756 I/O Online via ControlNet feature, we are also giving you the ability to configure direct connected I/O as unscheduled over ControlNet. This enhancement allows you to carry out simple ControlNet installations where scheduled networks are not required. As per the previous feature, we recommend that you use a dedicated ControlNet network or cable just for I/O and route the HMI, Message, and RSLogix 5000 workstation traffic to a separate network. Be aware that RSNetWorx for ControlNet is required to set the Scheduled Max (SMax), Unscheduled Max (UMax) and Network Update Time (NUT) and doing media configuration parameters.
Change Module Revisions On/Off-Line
With this version of RSLogix 5000, we allow you to change the major revision for bridge modules on-line and off-line. With previous versions of RSLogix 5000, you had go offline delete the bridge and all the modules under it and then re-enter the bridge module and all of the modules under it. This enhancement will reduce migration and maintenance time.
Add New UDTs and Delete Un-Referenced UDTs On-Line
With this version of RSLogix 5000, we allow you to add, modify, and delete un-referenced UDTs (User Defined Data-Type) on-line. With previous versions of RSLogix 5000, this operation was only allowed while off-line. This enhancement will reduce integration and maintenance time.
Discontinued Windows NT Support
With version v15, we are removing the ability to install RSLogix 5000 on a Windows NT based PC. Earlier versions of RSLogix 5000, ¡Üv13, still support Windows NT.
Windows2003 Server Support
With version V15, we are going to start testing RSLogix 5000 against Windows2003 Server. Whether, earlier versions of RSLogix 5000 will run on Windows2003 Server will be determined as the testing progresses.
Open ¡°File-Copy¡± of Locked Project
With release v15 of RSLogix 5000, we allow two or more users to go on-line to the same controller using the same project file. Similar to the behavior of other main-stream applications, when another user attempts to open the same project, that user will be prompted to open a ¡°copy¡± of the file. This enhancement allows for reduced start-up, easier code maintenance, and better file management.
Trending added to RSLogix 5000 Mini and Lite Editions
The functionality of the RSLogix 5000 Mini (9324-RLD200xxE) and Lite (9324-RLD250xxE) Editions has been extended in this release to support trending. RSLogix 5000 Mini and Lite Editions support the CompactLogix and FlexLogix controller product families.
Enhanced Tag Browser
The tag browser is being enhanced in this release to allow for easier selection of tags. Particularly, the new tag browser allows you to filter tags by scope: controller, program or both. Furthermore, you can also filter tags by type. Additionally, the enhanced tag browser provides a visual identification of the controller tags. This enhancement reduces development time.
Enhanced Tag CSV Import/Export
The tag CSV Import/Export feature has been enhanced to allow for all of tags¡¯ attributes to be exported. Particularly, produced/consumed tags configuration is now fully supported. Previously, you had to manually re-configure produced/consumed tags after an import operation. This enhancement reduces development time and gives you greater control over being able to manipulate and create tags using external tools.
CPU Serial Number Verification
This version of RSLogix 5000 allows you to tie a project to a specific Logix5000 controller by comparing the controller¡¯s serial number stored in the project to the serial number of the target controller. This allows you automatic validation during an upload/download operation ensuring that the project is being loaded into the correct controller. This functionality is optional and can be overridden if necessary. This enhancement gives you the mechanism to prevent downloading a project to the wrong controller, thus, reducing unnecessary downtime occurrences.
Enhanced I/O Tree View
In this release we have enhanced the I/O tree view to closely resemble that of RSLinx. Specifically, the tree view now shows icons for the controller, the networks, and the chassis. This provides consistency with RSLinx, offers a more intuitive view of the hardware configuration, and simplifies I/O configuration and maintenance.
Improved Select Module Dialog
The Select Module dialog has been re-designed for easier module selection and to allow you save frequently used modules into a Favorites category. Additionally, the dialog¡¯s look-and-feel matches that of existing dialogs. This enhancement reduces configuration time and improves your work-flow.
Redesigned Tag Propertied Dialogs
The information on the tag properties dialogs has been re-organized and streamlined to provide for simpler tag configuration.
Improved Array Dimension Creation
The array dimension creation has been re-arranged on the tag data-type dialog to ensure that data is maintained when adding a dimension. Previously, tag¡¯s data would be lost when changing the array dimensions.
Unicode Infrastructure for Asian Languages
This version of RSLogix 5000 includes support for Unicode infrastructure to support Asian based languages. Consequently, the Import/Export functionality has been updated so that descriptions appear natively.
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Wednesday April 06, 2005 9:22 AM (NEW!)
By popular request, below is a llist of the new features that are planned for RSLogix 5000 V15 which is targeted to release in the June 2005 Timeframe:
Language Enhancements
Release V15 of RSLogix 5000 contains a number of language enhancements. They are as follows:
Integrated Phase Manager (Unit Batch)
Version 15 of RSLogix 5000 introduces the integration of the S88 phase state model in the Logix5000 controllers and in the programming environment. The S88 phase state model can be used to easily address complex and simple batch applications. It can also be used to address packaging applications (PackML). Phase Manager provides tighter, faster and more reliable integration with RSBizWare Batch. In addition, Phase Manager eliminates the need to use complex Phase Logic Interface (PLI) when using RSBizWare Batch.
Phases can be sequenced either from an RSBizWare Batch procedure for complex batch control applications or from a routine (i.e. SFC) in the controller for simpler batch applications. RSLogix 5000 V15 includes a rich set of new instructions that allow phases to interact with a RSBizWare Batch procedure or with a routine acting as a procedure in the controller. Additionally, RSLogix 5000 provides a manual phase state control capability useful for startup and troubleshooting.
Increased Program Limit (100) for Select Controllers
With version v13 and earlier, all controllers were limited to 32 programs per task. With release v15, we are extending this limit to 100 for the ControlLogix, SoftLogix and RSLogix Emulate 5000 controllers. This new limit also applies to the new Equipment Phases, as part of the Phase Manager feature. By extending the number of programs to 100, you will have even more flexibility to divide your application into more independent, better manageable and reusable sections of code.
SFC Action String Indicator tags
With the introduction of the Sequential Function Chart programming in release v11 of RSLogix 5000, we gave you the ability to set a tag as an indicator in an action element. When the code in executed, the tag¡¯s numeric value is displayed in the action providing a convenient way of providing status information on the particular operation of that action. This enhancement extends this functionality by allowing setting and displaying the value of a STRING data type tag, which now gives you the ability to displaying a text string in the action. This gives you the ability to provide a more descriptive status indicator in the action. Additionally, by using the built in string manipulation instructions, you can set the tag¡¯s string value programmatically at run-time.
Miscellaneous Enhancements
Release V15 of RSLogix 5000 contains a number of miscellaneous enhancements.
Add 1756 I/O On-line via ControlNet
In order to further extend the applicability of the ControlLogix platform in process applications, release v15 of RSLogix 5000 gives you the ability to add 1756 I/O on-line, in the local chassis and in a remote chassis over ControlNet. This enhancement allows you to add a direct connection to 1756 I/O without having to stop the operation of your process application. The I/O that is added in a remote chassis goes into the un-scheduled bandwidth of ControlNet. For this reason, we recommend that you use a dedicated ControlNet network or cable just for I/O and route the HMI, Message, and RSLogix 5000 workstation traffic to a separate network. Adding motion modules, produced/consumed tags, and rack optimized module connections on-line are not supported at this time.
I/O on ControlNet via Unscheduled Bandwidth
As part of the adding 1756 I/O Online via ControlNet feature, we are also giving you the ability to configure direct connected I/O as unscheduled over ControlNet. This enhancement allows you to carry out simple ControlNet installations where scheduled networks are not required. As per the previous feature, we recommend that you use a dedicated ControlNet network or cable just for I/O and route the HMI, Message, and RSLogix 5000 workstation traffic to a separate network. Be aware that RSNetWorx for ControlNet is required to set the Scheduled Max (SMax), Unscheduled Max (UMax) and Network Update Time (NUT) and doing media configuration parameters.
Change Module Revisions On/Off-Line
With this version of RSLogix 5000, we allow you to change the major revision for bridge modules on-line and off-line. With previous versions of RSLogix 5000, you had go offline delete the bridge and all the modules under it and then re-enter the bridge module and all of the modules under it. This enhancement will reduce migration and maintenance time.
Add New UDTs and Delete Un-Referenced UDTs On-Line
With this version of RSLogix 5000, we allow you to add, modify, and delete un-referenced UDTs (User Defined Data-Type) on-line. With previous versions of RSLogix 5000, this operation was only allowed while off-line. This enhancement will reduce integration and maintenance time.
Discontinued Windows NT Support
With version v15, we are removing the ability to install RSLogix 5000 on a Windows NT based PC. Earlier versions of RSLogix 5000, ¡Üv13, still support Windows NT.
Windows2003 Server Support
With version V15, we are going to start testing RSLogix 5000 against Windows2003 Server. Whether, earlier versions of RSLogix 5000 will run on Windows2003 Server will be determined as the testing progresses.
Open ¡°File-Copy¡± of Locked Project
With release v15 of RSLogix 5000, we allow two or more users to go on-line to the same controller using the same project file. Similar to the behavior of other main-stream applications, when another user attempts to open the same project, that user will be prompted to open a ¡°copy¡± of the file. This enhancement allows for reduced start-up, easier code maintenance, and better file management.
Trending added to RSLogix 5000 Mini and Lite Editions
The functionality of the RSLogix 5000 Mini (9324-RLD200xxE) and Lite (9324-RLD250xxE) Editions has been extended in this release to support trending. RSLogix 5000 Mini and Lite Editions support the CompactLogix and FlexLogix controller product families.
Enhanced Tag Browser
The tag browser is being enhanced in this release to allow for easier selection of tags. Particularly, the new tag browser allows you to filter tags by scope: controller, program or both. Furthermore, you can also filter tags by type. Additionally, the enhanced tag browser provides a visual identification of the controller tags. This enhancement reduces development time.
Enhanced Tag CSV Import/Export
The tag CSV Import/Export feature has been enhanced to allow for all of tags¡¯ attributes to be exported. Particularly, produced/consumed tags configuration is now fully supported. Previously, you had to manually re-configure produced/consumed tags after an import operation. This enhancement reduces development time and gives you greater control over being able to manipulate and create tags using external tools.
CPU Serial Number Verification
This version of RSLogix 5000 allows you to tie a project to a specific Logix5000 controller by comparing the controller¡¯s serial number stored in the project to the serial number of the target controller. This allows you automatic validation during an upload/download operation ensuring that the project is being loaded into the correct controller. This functionality is optional and can be overridden if necessary. This enhancement gives you the mechanism to prevent downloading a project to the wrong controller, thus, reducing unnecessary downtime occurrences.
Enhanced I/O Tree View
In this release we have enhanced the I/O tree view to closely resemble that of RSLinx. Specifically, the tree view now shows icons for the controller, the networks, and the chassis. This provides consistency with RSLinx, offers a more intuitive view of the hardware configuration, and simplifies I/O configuration and maintenance.
Improved Select Module Dialog
The Select Module dialog has been re-designed for easier module selection and to allow you save frequently used modules into a Favorites category. Additionally, the dialog¡¯s look-and-feel matches that of existing dialogs. This enhancement reduces configuration time and improves your work-flow.
Redesigned Tag Propertied Dialogs
The information on the tag properties dialogs has been re-organized and streamlined to provide for simpler tag configuration.
Improved Array Dimension Creation
The array dimension creation has been re-arranged on the tag data-type dialog to ensure that data is maintained when adding a dimension. Previously, tag¡¯s data would be lost when changing the array dimensions.
Unicode Infrastructure for Asian Languages
This version of RSLogix 5000 includes support for Unicode infrastructure to support Asian based languages. Consequently, the Import/Export functionality has been updated so that descriptions appear natively.
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