Devices Communication
This module handles communication with the programmable controllers and field equipment.
FactoryStudio supports embedded communication protocol drivers to directly access PLCs, Remote IO, Fieldbus standards, single and multi-loops, scanners, bar-codes, RFID devices and digital displays. OPC DA is also supported, but in most cases is not required, for best performance, easier setup and higher message control, the native protocols are used when available, reserving the use of OPC when a native driver is not available or when the architecture specification requires it.
The Device Configuration Tool can import databases from OPC servers, CSV or text files. If the device is compatible, it automatically implements multi-threading on TCP/IP networks. The addressing syntax follows the naming convention of the remote device, making configuration and maintenance much easier; a complete set of performance and diagnostics tools is included.