Development Kit PLCcore-5484

The Development Kit PLCcore-5484 ensures quick and problem-free commissioning of the PLCcore-5484. Therefore, it combines all hard- and software components that are necessary to create own applications: the core module PLCcore-5484, the corresponding development board containing I/O periphery and numerous interfaces, the OpenPCS IEC 61131 programming system as well as further accessory.

Thus, the Development Kit forms the ideal platform for developing user-specific applications based on the PLCcore-5484. It allows for cost-efficient introduction into the world of decentralized automation technology. All components included in the Kit enable the in- and output extension of the PLCcore-5484 by CANopen-I/O-assemblies. Thus, the Development Kit may also be used for projects that require PLC with network connection.

The Development Kit PLCcore-5484 contains the following hardware components:

• PLCcore-5484
• Development board for the PLCcore-5484
• 24V DC Power adapter
• Ethernet cable
• RS232 cable
• CD with programming software, examples, documentation and other tools

The development board included in the Kit facilitates quick commissioning of the PLCcore-5484 and simplifies the design of prototypes for user-specific applications based on this module. Among other equipment, the development board obtains different possibilities for the power supply, Ethernet interfaces, the connection of two independent CAN-buses, 5 push buttons and 5 LED as control elements for the digital in- and outputs and a potentiometer for the analogue input.

The signals that are available from plug connectors of the PLCcore-5484 are linked to pin header connectors and enable easy connection of own peripheral circuitry. Hence, the development board forms and ideal experimentation and testing platform for the PLCcore-5484.

The OpenPCS IEC 61131 programming system included in the Kit serves as software development platform and as debug environment for the PLCcore-5484. Thus, the module can either be programmed graphically in KOP/FUB, AS and CFC or textually in AWL or ST.

Downloading the PLC program onto the module takes place via Ethernet or CANopen - depending on the firmware that is used. High-capacity debug functionality such as watching and setting variables, single cycles, breakpoints and single step simplify the development and commissioning of user software for this module.

Customer Services:

• Application-specific base board development
• Adaptation of firmware
• Prototyping
• OEM integration
• Assembly and serial production