PLX51-DL-232
Setup
Data Logger
User Manual
ProSoft Technology, Inc.
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3.4 Configuring the PLX51-DL-232
The PLX51-DL-232 is configured by the PLX50 Configuration Utility. The configuration
consists of a general configuration, serial configuration for DF1 or Modbus RTU, data
source configuration, and tag selections. The PLX51-DL-232 configuration is saved in
non-volatile memory that persists when the PLX51-DL-232 is powered down.
Important:
When a firmware upgrade is performed, the PLX51-DL-232 will clear all configuration and
cached records.
3.4.1 General Tab
The general configuration is shown in the figure below. The general configuration
window is opened by either double-clicking on the PLX51-DL-232 icon in the tree, or
right-clicking the PLX51-DL-232 icon and selecting
Configuration
.
Figure 3.14 - General Configuration (Data Logger)
The general configuration consists of the following parameters:
Table 3.1 - General configuration parameters
Parameter
Description
Instance Name
This parameter is a user defined name to identify between various PLX51-DL-
232’s.
Description
This parameter is used to provide a more detailed description of the PLX51-DL-
232.
Major Revision
The major revision of the PLX51-DL-232.
IP Address
The PLX51-DL-232’s IP address used by the PLX50 Configuration Utility to
communicate with the PLX51-DL-232.
Data Source
This parameter selects the source of the data.
Logix – Rockwell Automation ControlLogix or Compact Logix controller
DF1 – Serial DF1