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Setup
The IMC2 is programmed with using the Windows™ based MMISoft
setup software, parameters can be defined and downloaded to the
IMC2.
The IMC2 interfaces to a PLC through a Smart
Cable which is connected to the PLC programming port. No
additional communications modules are necessary. Just plug in both
ends of the cable and you are ready to go!
Messaging Functions
The IMC2 can store a large amount of message data. Message numbers
can range from 1 to 65518. The user defines a register in the PLC
called the Message Triggering Register (MTR). The IMC2 reads the
contents of the MTR and displays the message that corresponds to the
number in the MTR.
A message can be assigned to each line of the IMC2 display. Messages
can scroll, flash, have a minimum time for display, be chained to
other messages and be sent to the serial port for output to printers
or other devices. They can also be designated to be linked together
to form menus or lists (links) which the operator can scroll through
using the NEXT or PREV keys.
Data Entry
The operator can change the values of PLC registers by pressing the
ENT key while viewing a special message with register data embedded
in the message. The UP arrow key is used to increment the selected
"flashing" digit and the LEFT arrow key is used to select
the next digit to the left. Bit/coil status may also be changed by
pressing the UP key to toggle the bit ON or OFF.
Annuciator Functions
The IMC2 has two LED indicators for the purpose of annunciation. The
LED indicators will turn ON when a bit in a user designated register
of the PLC turns ON.
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