WEISS WAS.handling, Operating Instructions Manual

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WAS.handling Windows – Program
2.2 Software structure
The software to be installed consists of two program modules: The PVI driver and the WAS software. The
PVI driver by B&R implements the interface to the control system. This PVI driver must be installed
separately. The WEISS Application Software (WAS) accesses the driver amplifier control via the PVI
interface. The connection can be established using a serial RS232 cable or Ethernet.
System Requirements:
The software was implemented using Microsoft Visual Studio and requires a PC or laptop for installation.
Windows 95 or higher is required as operating system. The color quality must be set to "true color“ (32 bit)
and Internet Explorer 5.5 or higher should be available.
PVI driver
The PVI driver is the interface between the Windows program and the control computer. It is supplied by the
manufacturer of the drive (Bernecker & Rainer). The PVI driver runs for two hours without a license. After two
hours a reminder is displayed. After starting WAS.handling again, the program can be operated for another
two hours.
The driver has a broad range of functions. It connects the PC via the interface available under Windows
(RS232 / Ethernet) with a PLC or a servo drive.
If your PC does not have a serial interface, you can use a USB to RS232 adapter.
For a serial connection, a cable with the following pin assignment is needed:
Pin 2 <-----> Pin 3
Pin 3 <-----> Pin 2
Pin 5 <-----> Pin 5
This cable is supplied together with the CD.
When installing the PVI driver, an OPC driver may be installed to connect the drive to a professional
visualization program (WinCC, Intellution, Wonderware...), achieving the same functionality as with
WAS.handling.
The PVI driver is automatically started together with WAS.handling.
When the PVI interface is active, a symbol is displayed in the Windows task bar.