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Programming Manual ecomatController/60-1 (CR711S) Operating System V2.5.0.n
2017-12-19
Getting started
Configure programming interface
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6.4
Configure programming interface
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Programming of the device-internal PLC is made via the Ethernet interface of the device (position of
the connections:
→ Installation instructions).
Device and PC/laptop can be coupled directly or indirectly via an Ethernet network.
► Only use the recommended accessories for connection of the Ethernet interfaces!
(
→ Installation instructions).
► For connection in the network, an experienced user or system administrator should set
up the network addresses and do the configuration.
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NOTICE
Only use the Ethernet interface in a secure network environment (e.g. separate network or VPN)!
Otherwise, unauthorised persons can read or manipulate data or tamper with the functions of the
device.
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6.4.1
Set communication path of PLC
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To configure the communication path between the programming system CODESYS and the device-
internal PLC:
Preparations
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CODESYS PC/laptop and Ethernet interface of the device are connected.
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Optional: Adjust IP settings of the Ethernet interface.
1 Select communication settings
► In the device tree: Double-click on symbol [Device (CR711S)]
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In the editor window: Select tab [Communication].
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Editor window shows communication settings.
2 Select gateway
► Select the requested gateway in the list [Gateway].
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List shows selected gateway.
3 Set communication path
► Activate [Scan Network …].
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Window [Select Device] appears.
► Select gateway node and start scan process with [Scan network].
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CODESYS scans network for devices.
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Window shows network path and detected devices.
► Select node of the device and activate [OK] to set the communication path to the device-
internal PLC.
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CODESYS can transfer data to the device-internal PLC.