Using the OD-Builder you can comfortably create and modify EDS
(electronic data sheet) files, the corresponding object dictionary can
be exported on mouse-click. The intuitive user interface provides you
will all functions required for effective work. In the process, inputs
are constantly checked to plausibility.
The concise presentation of the object directory as a tree structure
allows quick access to the object entries. Appropriate dynamic input
masks are displayed for the individual object types. DS 301 compliant
variable types, access types and object types are available in the form
of pull-down menus. All other parameters can be set individually using
the various input fields or selection buttons. The current working
status of the object directory is stored in a project file. This allows
for chronologically staggered processing of different projects without
loss of information.
Importing of an already existing EDS is simply done. After parsing the
file, the information content is transferred to an object directory by
the OD-Builder. The objects parameters can then be adapted to the
respective application or are even individually saved. You can export
the object directory created as C-source text and integrated it in an
existing CANopen project. The associated EDS file is output according
to the CANopen specification DSP 306. This ensures consistency between
the object directory and the EDS file. This eliminates, the former
tedious creation of the object directory in source text; thereby the
OD-Builder cuts development times and reduces workload considerably.
The risk of input errors and inconsistency is minimized.
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