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In This Chapter...
Introduction...................................................................................................................................... 1–2
Purpose of this Manual.............................................................................................................................1–2
About Getting Started...............................................................................................................................1–2
Online Help Files and Other Documentation.....................................................................................1–2
Technical Support.......................................................................................................................................1–2
Key Topics for Each Chapter....................................................................................................................1–3
Before you begin............................................................................................................................. 1–4
Productivity Suite System Requirements................................................................................... 1–5
Step 1: Install Programming Software........................................................................................ 1–6
Step 2: Launch Programming Software.................................................................................... 1–11
Online Help................................................................................................................................................ 1–12
Step 3: Install Hardware................................................................................................................1–13
Step 4: Apply Power to CPU........................................................................................................1–16
Step 5: Establish PC to CPU Communications.........................................................................1–17
Step 6: Open/Read Hardware Configuration...........................................................................1–18
Step 7: Create a Project................................................................................................................ 1–20
Step 8: Save Project....................................................................................................................... 1–26
Step 9: Write Project to CPU....................................................................................................... 1–27
Step 10: Place CPU in RUN Mode.............................................................................................. 1–28
Step 11: Test the Project Using Monitor Mode....................................................................... 1–29
Chapter 1: Getting Started
Introduction
Purpose of this Manual
Thank you for purchasing the AutomationDirect Productivity3000® family of system
control products. This hardware user manual provides information that will help you
install, set up, program, troubleshoot, and maintain your Productivity3000 system. The
manual includes information that is critical to the safety of the personnel who will install
and use the controller and for safe operation of the machinery, processes, and equipment
controlled by the Productivity3000 system.
The manual also includes important information about power and signal wiring, mounting
of the CPU and its modules, and configuration of the CPU system.
Technical Support
We strive to make our manuals the best in the industry. We rely on your feedback to let
us know if we are reaching our goal. If you cannot find the solution to your particular
application, or, if for any reason you need technical assistance, please call us at:
770–844–4200
Our technical support group will work with you to answer your questions. They are
available Monday through Friday from 9:00 A.M. to 6:00 P.M. Eastern Time. We also
encourage you to visit our web site where you can find technical and non-technical
information about our products and our company.
http://www.automationdirect.com
Conventions Used
WHEN you see the “note pad” icon in the left-hand margin, the paragraph to its immediate right
will be a special note. Notes represent information that may make your work quicker or more
efficient. The word NOTE: in boldface will mark the beginning of the text.
WARNING: When you see the “exclamation point” icon in the left-hand margin, the paragraph to its
immediate right will be a warning. This information could prevent injury, loss of property, or even
death in extreme cases. Any warning in this manual should be regarded as critical information that
should be read in its entirety. The word WARNING in boldface will mark the beginning of the text.
P3-03B Base
P3-FILL Module
AC Power Cord
Screwdriver Wire Strippers
Hookup Wire
TW-SD-VSL-1 DN-WS
NOTE: USB or Ethernet cable is also required for communications between PC and CPU.
NOTE: See the Productivity Suite Installation and Productivity Suite Startup topics for additional
details if needed.
• The progress popup (shown below) will appear while the software is setting up
the directory.
4. Carefully read the software license agreement. If you agree to the terms and
conditions of this agreement, select “I accept the terms of this License Agreement”
and click the “Next” button.
5. The Choose Install Folder window will open next. If this is the first
installation of the Productivity Suite Software on your PC, choose
a. Install New Instance: This option will install a new instance of the Productivity
Suite software in the default location, C:\Program Files\AutomationDirect\
Productivity Suite <Software Version>; or choose a different one using the
Browse button.
If the installer detects a previous version of Productivity Suite on your PC, there is another
option available with this window:
b. R
eplace Existing Instance: This option allows you to uninstall the previous
version of the software and install the new version in its place. If this option is
chosen the following window appears. Click “Uninstall” to continue.
The uninstall dialog box will show progress during uninstall process.
6. Once you have selected the install folder and whether or not to delete any
previous instances, the Choose Shortcuts window below will appear. If
a Shortcut Icon is desired for the software select the location where the
icon will be created. The default location is “On the Desktop”. Once all
selections have been made, click “Install” to begin the installation.
The Productivity Suite Programming Software will start up and display the Main Window as
shown here.
NOTE: The recommended minimum screen size for the Productivity Suite Software is 1024 X 768
pixels.
Click on the ‘Start a New Project’ in the Start Productivity dialog box to open a
programming window.
The Programming Window is divided into menus and toolbars that work together to make
project development as simple as possible.
Online Help
It is essential that you use the Productivity Suite online Help to familiarize yourself with the
software. Keep it open on your desktop and refer to it frequently as you build your system.
Click on the toolbar Help button to open the Help file.
Locking Tabs
4. Connect appropriate wiring to power supply and I/O, a P3-01AC and P3-08TAS in
this example.
Highlight the CPU listed in the dialog box and select “Connect”.
When initially going Online with the CPU, a popup window will notify you of a project
difference between the CPU and the PC. Select “No, Use PC Project”.
This screen shows the user tag names for all eight I/O points. Select OK.
Rung #1
Place the box cursor on the END position on Rung #1 as shown below. From the
Instructions List, scroll down to Counters/Timers and click & drag a Simple Timer (STMR)
into the box. A Simple Timer (STMR) dialog box pops up.
1. Click on text box at Preset Value. Enter ‘300’ (0.01 sec
timebase) for a 3 second preset (T1_SP).
2. Enter ‘T1_CURVAL’ into the Current Value test box.
Place the Box Cursor on the first position on Rung #1 as shown below. From the
Instruction List, scroll to Contact and click & drag a Contact (NO) into the box. A NO
Contact (NO) dialog box pops up.
1. Enter ‘T1_Start’ into the text box.
2. Select OK.
With the cursor in the position to the right of contact ‘T1_Start’, we are going to begin
drawing a branch circuit. Under the Edit drop down menu, select Wire, then select Down.
Notice that a wire has been added.
NOTE: There is a wire Erase With Cursor tool in the Edit drop down menu that is used to erase any
lines that were created using the Wire tools.
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Next we’ll draw a wire to the left. Under the Edit drop down menu, select Wire, then select
Left.
Next we’ll add another normally-open contact. Place the box cursor on the first position
on Rung #1.1. From the Instruction List click & drag a Contact (NO) into this box. A NO
Contact (NO) dialog box pops up.
1. Enter ‘T1_Manual’ into the text box.
2. Select OK.
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Rung #2
Next we’ll add another normally-open contact at the start of rung 2. Click & drag a
Contact (NO) into this box. A NO Contact (NO) dialog box pops up.
1. In the text box scroll down and select ‘T1_DN’.
2. Select OK.
Next we’ll add an Out coil at the end of the rung. Place the cursor at the end of the rung
and from the Instructions list drag & drop an Out Coil (OUT). An Out Coil (OUT) dialog box
pops up.
1. In the text box scroll down and select ‘DO-0.1.2.1’.
2. Select OK.
The ladder program now looks like this. When either of the T1 contacts are energized, the
timer starts. When it times out, contact T1_DN energizes and turns on the rung 2 output.
The project will then be Transferred to the CPU from the PC. During the transfer a status
window will open displaying the process.
CPU
NOTE: If the Run/Stop switch on the CPU is in the Stop position, the Run button on the Control
CPU Toolbar will be disabled. j
Using Data View, the Tag values can be viewed or manipulated for testing the project. The
Data View window can be accessed by selecting Data View from the Tools Menu of the
Main Menu.
For the Simple Timer Instruction, a Monitor button is provided that, when selected, will
load the tags associated with the instruction into Data View.
The tags will be placed in a separate Tab titled New Task - STMR as seen below.
The remaining tagnames in the Ladder Logic can be added to the Data View window by
clicking on a blank area in the Tagname column. This will display a drop down menu where
the tags can be selected. Scroll down the list and select the tags to be added.
Once all of the tagnames have been added, they may now be monitored and manipulated.
See the Data View help file topic for additional details if needed.
NOTE: Force must be enabled for a Tag in the Tag Database, before Force can be used in Data
View.