Allen-Bradley ControlLogix 1756-STRT3 Instruction manual

ControlLogix
Starter Kit
1756-STRT3
Quick Start Manual
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Table of Contents
WELCOME TO CONTROLLOGIX CONTROLLER QUICK START: ABOUT THE EXERCISES ____________________7
ABOUT THE CONTROLLOGIX PLATFORM _________________________________________________7
ABOUT THE FLEXLOGIX PLATFORM_____________________________________________________8
ABOUT THE COMPACTLOGIX PLATFORM _________________________________________________8
ABOUT THE SOFTLOGIX PLATFORM_____________________________________________________8
BEFORE YOU BEGIN ________________________________________________________________9
DOCUMENT CONVENTIONS ___________________________________________________________9
INSTALLING THE HARDWARE _____________________________________________________________10
INSTALLING THE RSLOGIX 5000 PROGRAMMING SOFTWARE _____________________________________10
EXERCISE 1: CREATING A NEW CONTROLLER FILE AND CONFIGURING YOUR I/O ______________________11
LAUNCHING RSLOGIX 5000 PROGRAMMING SOFTWARE ____________________________________11
CREATING A NEW CONTROLLER FILE __________________________________________________12
EDITING THE MAIN ROUTINE _________________________________________________________14
VERIFYING THE PROPERTIES FOR THE MAIN TASK AND THE MAIN PROGRAM______________________19
CONFIGURING YOUR I/O ____________________________________________________________22
CONFIGURING THE DISCRETE OUTPUT MODULE___________________________________________22
VIEWING TAGS ___________________________________________________________________24
CONFIGURING THE DISCRETE INPUT MODULE_____________________________________________26
VERIFYING TAG CREATION __________________________________________________________27
MAPPING I/O POINTS TO TAGS _______________________________________________________27
EXERCISE 2: CONFIGURING YOUR COMMUNICATIONS DRIVER, VERIFYING COMMUNICATIONS, DOWNLOADING YOUR PROGRAM,
CREATING A NEW TASK, PROGRAM, AND ROUTINE, AND CREATING AN ARRAY OF COUNTERS ____________29
LAUNCHING RSLINX SOFTWARE ______________________________________________________29
ADDING THE RS232-DF1 DRIVER_____________________________________________________30
VERIFYING COMMUNICATIONS TO THE CONTROLLER _______________________________________32
DOWNLOADING THE PROGRAM USING THE RS-232 DF1 DRIVER ______________________________35
CREATING A NEW PERIODIC TASK_____________________________________________________36
CREATING A NEW PROGRAM_________________________________________________________37
CREATING A NEW ROUTINE__________________________________________________________37
CREATING AN ARRAY OF COUNTERS ___________________________________________________39
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EXERCISE 3: EDITING AND TESTING YOUR ROUTINES, PROGRAMS, AND TASKS _______________________41
EDITING AND TESTING YOUR ROUTINE__________________________________________________41
CREATING A TREND TO MONITOR THE CTU ACCUM VALUE __________________________________44
TESTING YOUR PROGRAM – PERIODIC TASK _____________________________________________47
EXERCISE 4: DEMONSTRATING REUSABLE CODE______________________________________________49
OPENING TWO SESSIONS OF RSLOGIX 5000_____________________________________________49
COPYING THE MAIN PROGRAM AND PASTING REUSABLE CODE _______________________________49
CHANGING THE NAME OF THE PROGRAM YOU PASTED______________________________________50
CHANGING THE NAME OF THE MAIN ROUTINE_____________________________________________50
MAPPING THE TAGS _______________________________________________________________51
REVIEWING THE STEPS FOR REUSING EXISTING CODE ______________________________________52
EXERCISE 5: DEMONSTRATING IMPORT-EXPORT CAPABILITIES ___________________________________53
EXAMINING THE CONTROLLER FILE ____________________________________________________53
EXPORTING THE CONTROLLER FILE ____________________________________________________54
REVIEWING THE EXPORT FILE FORMAT _________________________________________________54
IMPORTING THE CHANGED EXPORT FILE ________________________________________________54
VERIFYING YOUR CHANGES IN THE IMPORTED FILE ________________________________________55
IMPORTING TAGS FROM A .CSV FILE __________________________________________________55
EXERCISE 6: DEMONSTRATE DISCRETE DIAGNOSTIC I/O CAPABILITIES _____________________________57
OPENING THE CONTROLLER FILE AND SAVING IT AS A NEW FILE_______________________________57
LOOKING AT THE PROPERTIES OF THE OUTPUT MODULE ____________________________________57
CONFIGURING MODULE OUTPUT STATES AND DIAGNOSTICS _________________________________59
VIEWING THE TAGS CREATED FOR THE OUTPUT MODULE____________________________________61
LOOKING AT THE PROPERTIES OF THE INPUT MODULE ______________________________________63
VERIFYING THE 1756-OB16E DIAGNOSTICS _____________________ERROR! BOOKMARK NOT DEFINED.
EXERCISE 7: CONFIGURING AND TESTING ANALOG I/O MODULES _________________________________65
OPENING THE CONTROLLER FILE AND SAVING IT AS A NEW FILE_______________________________65
CONFIGURING THE ANALOG OUTPUT MODULE ____________________________________________65
VERIFYING TAGS__________________________________________________________________70
CONFIGURING THE ANALOG INPUT MODULE______________________________________________71
VERIFYING TAGS__________________________________________________________________74
ADDING LADDER LOGIC ____________________________________________________________75

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EXERCISE 8: USING USER-DEFINED STRUCTURES AND ARRAYS __________________________________79
OPENING THE CONTROLLER FILE AND EXAMINING THE COOKIE RECIPE _________________________79
EXAMINING THE COOKIE ARRAY AND ADDING YOUR OWN COOKIE RECIPE _______________________80
REVIEWING THE LADDER PROGRAM____________________________________________________81
EXERCISE 9: USING THE ONLINE MANUALS AND HELP FEATURES _________________________________83
ACCESSING THE ONLINE MANUALS ____________________________________________________83
USING ONLINE HELP_______________________________________________________________84
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Notes:__________________________________________________________________________

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Welcome to ControlLogix Controller Quick Start:
About the Exercises
The objective of these exercises is to introduce you to the ControlLogix controller and the RSLogix 5000
programming software. The ControlLogix controller is part of the Logix family of controllers, including the
CompactLogix, FlexLogix, and SoftLogix5800 platforms.
During these exercises, you create and edit a Controller1.ACD file. You will also use the following files:
§ImportExport.ACD
§ReusableCode.ACD
§UserDefined.ACD
§ControlLogixSampleTags.CSV
See http://www.ab.com/logix/controllogix/programfiles for these additional files. They are in a zip file named
control_verA.zip. After you install the RSLogix 5000 software and you download the zip file, unzip the contents
to: C:\RSLogix 5000\Projects. This is the default directory for RSLogix 5000 software project files. You can
save to a different location, just remember the location when you are prompted to open one of the above files.
About the ControlLogix Platform
The ControlLogix platform provides a modular control platform suited for sequential, process, drive, or motion
control - in any combination. With this platform, you can mix multiple processors, networks, and I/O without
restrictions. And as your system grows, you can use the ControlNet network to distribute control to additional
chassis and/or other Logix platforms.
A ControlLogix system can consist of anything from a stand-alone controller and I/O modules in a single
chassis, to a highly distributed system consisting of multiple chassis and networks working together.
ControlLogix will fit your applications if they:
§require a high performance control solution
§demand the integration of multiple control disciplines (e.g., high speed packaging machines integrating
sequential and motion control, or web handling applications integrating sequential and drive control)
§combine batch and process control, but seek a flexible choice of visualization software
§require a plant-wide control solution, from incoming materials to outbound shipping
§expand an existing investment in a PLC-5 or SLC 500 controller-based system
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About the FlexLogix Platform
The FlexLogix platform combines the high performance Logix control engine with the popular distributed FLEX
I/O to provide a cost-effective distributed controller. The FlexLogix system is built on these components:
§a FlexLogix controller which supports Logix instructions
§RSLogix 5000 programming software
§FLEX I/O modules which provide a compact, DIN-rail mounted I/O system
§a 1788 communication daughtercard which provides communication over a standards-based ControlNet
network
A simple FlexLogix system can consist of a single, stand-alone assembly with one controller and as many as
eight I/O modules, or you can use multiple controllers across networks and distribute multiple I/O platforms
over multiple I/O links. FlexLogix will fit your applications if:
§you are already using FLEX I/O and are looking for a simple way to add control to your distributed
architecture
§you are currently using a centralized control architecture to control multiple stations in a process
About the CompactLogix Platform
The features, scalability, and small size of the CompactLogix platform provide a powerful alternative for
machine-level control, material handling, data acquisition, and other applications requiring limited I/O (up to
128 points) and limited communications capability.
CompactLogix will fit your applications if:
§you are an existing Logix customer with lower-end, lower-cost control applications
§you are a new customer who wishes to apply Logix technology, but at a lower initial investment
§you are an existing PLC and/or SLC customer who wishes to convert to Logix technology
§you run SCADA/RTU applications within a range of industries (e.g., petrochemical, wastewater, etc.)
About the SoftLogix Platform
The SoftLogix platform is a PC-based control system that integrates sequential and motion control. The
SoftLogix system is built on these components:
§the Logix control engine
§RSLogix 5000 programming software
§a virtual chassis application which runs on a Pentium-based computer
SoftLogix will fit your applications if:
§you are already using PC-based control
§you have a need for integrated motion capabilities
§you have a need for high-level information integration
§you want to completely customize your application

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Before You Begin
Before you begin these exercises, please be sure to close any applications that are currently running. The
starter kit includes this equipment:
§1756-L55M13 ControlLogix controller (install in slot 0)
§1756-A7 chassis with 7 slots
§1756-PA72 power supply
§1756-CP3 serial cable
§1756IB16 digital input module (install in slot 1)
§1756-IF8 analog input module (install in slot 3)
§1756-OB16E digital output module (install in slot 2)
§1756-OF4 analog output module (install in slot 4)
§1756-TBNH removable terminal block (three blocks for use with the 1756-IB16, 1756-OB16E, and
1756-OF4 modules)
§1756-TBS6H (for use with the 1756-IF8 module)
§9324-RLD300ENE RSLogix 5000 programming software, standard package
§1756-DPALEN ControlLogix controller documentation set
§1756-QS104A-EN-P ControlLogix quick start manual
Document Conventions
Throughout this manual, we have used the following conventions to help guide you through the exercises:
This style or symbol: Indicates:
Words shown in bold italics
(e.g., RSLogix 5000)An item that you must click on or a menu name from which you must choose an option or command.
Words shown in single
quotes (e.g., 'Controller1') An item that you must type in the specified field.
FYI The text that follows this symbol is additional information
regarding the exercises, but not information that is required
reading in order for you to complete the exercises
Tip The text that follows this symbol provides you with helpful hints
that may make it easier for you to use the software.
The text that follows this symbol is a step in the exercise in
which you are working. Place a checkmark in this box as you
complete each step.
Note, also, that if the mouse button is not specified in the text, you should click on the left mouse button.
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Installing the Hardware
For information on installing the ControlLogix controller, see the ControlLogix Controller Installation
Instructions, publication 1756-IN101. This publication is part of the documentation set, 1756-DPALEN, that is
included with the ControlLogix Starter Kit.
For information on installing the remaining hardware, see:
Hardware Documentation
1756-PA72 1756-IN067
1756-IB16 1756-IN031
1756-IF8 1756-IN040
1756-OB16E 1756-IN030
1756-OF4 1756-IN016
These publications are available as PDF files from the Automation Bookstore at
http://www.theautomationbookstore.com/
Installing the RSLogix 5000 Programming Software
The personal computer must meet these requirements:
§Pentium II 450 MHz (733 MHz recommended)
§128 Mbytes of RAM (256 Mbytes recommended)
§100 Mbytes of available hard disk space
§800 x 600 video resolution (1024 x 768 recommended)
Before you install RSLogix 5000 programming software, you must:
§Make sure RSLinx software is already installed on the personal computer. If it is not, you can install
RSLinx software from the CDs that come with RSLogix 5000 programming software.
§Install firmware onto the ControlLogix controller. The installation instructions for the controller (publication
1756-IN101) describe how to install the firmware. The firmware files are on the second CD that comes with
the RSLogix 5000 software package.
When you insert the RSLogix 5000 installation CD into your CDROM drive, the CD automatically begins the
Setup program for the programming software. If your computer meets the hardware and software requirements
for the controller, you can install the programming software.
Note: These installation instructions are only a summary of the installation procedure. For the complete
procedure, see the RSLogix 5000 Programming Software Getting Results Guide, publication 9399-RLD300GR.
This document is available in PDF format on the RSLogix 5000 CD.
1. Select Install RSLogix 5000.
2. When prompted for a serial number, enter any sequence of characters, not longer than 10 characters in
length. Press F1 if you need help.
3. When prompted, click Yes to complete the activation of the software.
Follow the directions that appear on your screen.
4. Click on Finish to complete the installation.
When the setup utility finishes, an entry for the RSLogix 5000 application program appears in the
program list in the Rockwell Software group.

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Exercise 1:
Creating a New Controller File and Configuring Your I/O
In this exercise, we introduce the ControlLogix controller. In this exercise, you:
•create a new controller file
•write ladder logic using symbolic tag names
•configure your I/O modules
•alias the module tags to the tags you created in your ladder logic
Follow the steps below to complete Exercise 1. Place a checkmark in the square next to each step as you
complete it. This will help you keep your place as you work through the steps.
Launching RSLogix 5000 Programming Software
Launch the RSLogix 5000 software, which allows you to program the controller.
1. Double click on the RSLogix 5000 icon on the Desktop to launch RSLogix 5000 software.
The RSLogix 5000 screen appears.
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Creating a New Controller File
Create a controller file.
1. From the File menu, choose New. The New Controller dialog Box appears.
2. From the Type pull-down menu, choose a 1756-L55 ControlLogix 5555 Controller.
3. In the Revision field, select the highest revision number available (revision 11 in the example screen
shown below).
3. In the Name field, type 'Controller1' for the controller name.
4. From the Chassis Type pull-down menu, choose the 1756-A7 7-Slot ControlLogix Chassis.
5. In the Number field, choose 0to match the position of the controller in the chassis.
6. In the Create In field, type 'C:\RSLogix5000\Projects' or click on the Browse button to navigate to that
directory.
7. Verify that your entries match those shown below, then click OK.

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The Controller Organizer appears on the left side of the RSLogix 5000 window, with a folder called
Controller Controller1. You have now created your first controller file. At this time, there is no I/O, no
tag database, and no logic associated with the controller file.
FYI
The Controller Organizer is a graphical representation of the contents of your controller
file. This display consists of a tree of folders and files that contain all of the information
about the programs and data in the current controller file. The default main folders in
this tree are:
§Controller File Name - contains controller-scoped tags, controller fault handler and
the power up handler.
§Tasks - tasks are shown in this folder. Each task shows its own programs with
ladder routines and program-scoped tags.
§Trends - trends are shown in this folder.
§Data Types - shows predefined and user-defined data types. User-defined data is
created in this folder.
§I/O Configuration - contains the information about the hardware configuration of this
controller file. It holds a hierarchy of modules with which the controller is configured
to communicate.
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FYI (continued)
In front of each folder, there is a square containing a + sign or a - sign. The + sign
indicates that the folder is closed. Click on it to expand the tree display and display the
files in the folder. The - sign indicates that the folder is already open and its contents are
visible.
Clicking on the right mouse button brings up many different context-sensitive popup
menus. Often, you will find that this is a shortcut to access the property window or to
menu options from the menu bar. Double clicking on files in the Controller Organizer
display brings up functional dialogs, from which you can enter parameters to accomplish
relevant tasks.
Editing the Main Routine
Edit the ladder logic for the main routine in your MainProgram folder, and then add an input and an output
instruction.
1. From the View menu, choose Toolbars.
The Toolbars dialog appears.
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3. From the Controller Organizer, double click on the Main Routine icon .
An empty rung appears in the Ladder Editor.
4. From the Ladder Instructions toolbar (as shown below), click on the Bit tab.
The Ladder Instruction toolbar refreshes to show you all of the available Bit instructions.
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5. Click on the XIC (Examine On) icon to enter the instruction on the rung.
The XIC instruction appears on the rung in the Ladder Editor, as shown below.
6. Right click on the Question Mark (?) in the blue highlighted area above the XIC instruction, and
choose New Tag.
The New Tag dialog appears.

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7. In the Name field, type ‘Switch’.
Verify that MainProgram appears in the Scope field. This indicates that you want Switch created as a
program-scoped tag.
FYI
There are two types of tag scopes: program-scoped and controller-scoped. Program-
scoped tags are accessible only to the routines of a specific program. Controller-scoped
tags are accessible to the routines of all programs in a controller.
8. From the Tag Type selections, choose Base.
9. From the Data Type menu, choose BOOL.
10. From the Scope selections, choose MainProgram.
11. Click on OK.
Your rung should now look like this:
12. Click and hold the mouse button on the OTE (Output Energize) icon in the toolbar, and drag it
over the blue line of rung 0 until a green dot appears to the right of the XIC instruction that you just
entered.
When you release the mouse button, the OTE instruction will be placed at the end of rung 0. This is an
alternate way of entering an instruction on a rung.
13. Right click on the Question Mark (?) in the blue area above the OTE instruction, and choose
New Tag.
The New Tag dialog appears.
14. Enter the parameters as shown below and click on OK.
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Your rung should now look like this:
15. Right click on the rung number (0), and choose Verify Rung.
A message appears at the bottom of the RSLogix 5000 window indicating the results of the Verify Rung
command.
Note: The message will appear either in the status bar at the bottom of the screen, or in the Results
window if it is selected under the View menu. If there are errors, you must correct them before the rung
will verify. You can also verify the entire routine by choosing Verify > Routine from the Logic menu.
16. Click on the Xat the upper right corner of the Ladder Editor to close the editor.
17. From the Controller Organizer, under MainProgram, double click on the Program Tags folder to view
the two program scoped tags.
The Data Monitor appears, with two entries in the Tag Name column.
18. Click on the Xat the upper right corner of the Data Monitor to close the window.

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Verifying the Properties for the Main Task and the Main Program
Verify the properties of the controller's main task and main program.
1. From the Controller Organizer, right click on the MainTask icon and choose
Properties.
The Task Properties dialog appears.
2. Click on the Program Schedule tab and verify that the MainProgram appears in the Scheduled
programs field.
If it does not, click on the Add button to schedule the MainProgram. If a program folder is not
scheduled under a task, it will not be executed and it will appear in the Unscheduled Programs folder in
the Controller Organizer.
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3. Click on the Configuration tab and verify that the Watchdog is set for 500 ms.
The Watchdog is a task scan time watchdog which, if exceeded, faults the processor.
4. Click on OK to close the Task Properties dialog.
5. From the Controller Organizer, right click on the MainProgram icon and choose
Properties.
The Program Properties dialog appears.