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Trying to hook an SLC 500 up to a PC to monitor data
The 1747-PIC will convert the info from your com port to the DH485 protocol. If you only have an RJ45 connector on the front of your SLC500, then you have a 500 (fixed unit)5/01 or 5/02 processor and you will have to use the PIC or another DH485 converter. If you also have a 9 pin serial...- cwkirby
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- Forum: Programmable logic controllers (PLC)
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Starting off with plc
Another good primer is the MicroMentor from AB. The catalog is 1761-MMB. This should be available from any AB distributor. Probably less than $25.- cwkirby
- Post #10
- Forum: Programmable logic controllers (PLC)
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How to make USB devices with PIC
I'm perhaps plagerizing this, I was sent this as an explanation of the PIC's problems with USB. I hope it helps. "unofficial" PIC fact (v1.0) The PIC was designed in the early 90's. Since memory was expensive, it was given a very small communications buffer. To account for this, the...- cwkirby
- Post #5
- Forum: Programmable logic controllers (PLC)
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Choosing a PLC Brand...
Be aware that AB is offering their 10 I/O MicroLogix (1761-L10BXB) for $99, and a limited edition RSLogix starter to program it as a free download. Having worked with both the SLC / Micro controllers, I'd lean this way rather than the Pico controller (also from AB)since the Pico's programming is...- cwkirby
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- Forum: Programmable logic controllers (PLC)
