Cara Bereck Levy

The R&D gurus at Unitronics headquarters have been hard at work - and so, we present you with: >drum roll< UniLogic 1.18.37 >drum roll< Here are a few version highlights: SQL Connectivity: Highly convenient and easy to use, UniLogic enables programmers to build SQL Queries and execute them via Ladder functions, including data transfer data between UniStream’s Data Tables and remote SQL databases. HMI Custom Controls: A programmer can create an HMI Custom Control, and then drag and drop it from the Solution Explorer, export/import it between projects as .uluce files, or add it to the Library. Programmers can also define tags that are local to a specific Custom Control; local tags are exported/imported along with the control. Other convenient features include an HMI email Configuration Widget, the ability to edit email accounts via UniApps as well as UniApps interface translations for Russian, Polish, and Chinese. To enjoy these as well as other additional features and enhancements, download it from http://unitronicsplc.com/software-unilogic/ U90 Ladder version, 6.6.24 + New Jazz® 2 We have also released a new U90 Ladder version, 6.6.24. This version brings you the option to create a download File (*.d90) without connecting to a physical PLC. You can then use the *.d90 file to create zipped project via UniDownloader Designer to be used in Unitronics' UniDownloader software utility (*.udc) This version also supports a new Jazz® 2 controller model, a compact, full-function PLC that comprises an excellent built-in I/O configuration, plus an integrated text display. The new model, JZ20-UA24, offers 15 inputs: 9 digital, 1 high-speed counter, 2 inputs that can be wired as analog or digital, and 2 analog inputs that can be wired as thermocouple or PT100 . The output configuration includes 5 relay, 2 transistor, and 2 analog outputs. Like all Jazz® 2 controllers, JZ20-UA24 brings you 48K (virtual) Ladder Logic memory, a built-in mini USB programming port, and is 30 times faster than Unitronics’ standard Jazz® controller, allowing industrial control processes to enjoy more power, speed and functionality at the same low price.

oopsie :-) Yup--a typo. I will try to get this fixed before the next release--thanks

Thanks, Flex!

Did you know that Unitronics Remote Operator, the mobile app for the Vision™ and Samba™ series, is available--at no cost--from Apple’s App and Google Play stores? Remote Operator application enables you to remotely access your Unitronics controllers using your smartphone and tablet. Via the app, you can view and operate the controller’s HMI —as if you are physically touching the controller. Using Remote Operator you monitor automation processes, press keys and touch HMI objects, change parameter values, view Alarms and process value Trends. You can define and access multiple controllers from a single mobile device. We invite you to download the app, give a whirl--here's a link to our handy Quickstart guide to help you hit the ground running: http://www.unitronics.com/Unitronics_Apps/Unitronics_Remote_Operator_AppQuickStart.pdf

Hi Flex I'm glad you caught this. The Help does actually have a note: In addition, you can link an MB which will be ON while the Display is shown on screen, or an XB which will change status. Note that this MB should be reset at power-up. However, the Help button in Display Links and Jumps went to the wrong topic--Import and Export Displays! I have fixed this, and you will see it in the next release--thank you for catching this

ASCII or not --use a spittoon, please

2015 was a great year for Unitronics. We introduced products to round out our existing lines: UniStream, Vision, and Samba. We also leveraged the UniStream platform with powerful new features such as EtherNet/IP communications and a full Alarms system. This was also a great year for the Unitronics community. Check out some cool statistics for 2015: We welcomed over 9,000 new members to our user forum… …who made 2,300 posts in 571 467 new topics… …that were viewed 163,419 times! In addition to our Unitronics support team gurus, there are some fine forum members who devote a great deal of time to helping others, writing detailed answers to questions and helping people trouble-shoot their applications. This year, two of our top posters from 2014, Joe Tauser and Flex727, were again top contributors to the Unitronics community. The list of top UniGuru MVPs for 2015 are: Joe Tauser Barry Lanier (forum name: Flex727) Chris Antcliff (CantCliff) Keith Walker (Walkerok) Ausman To show our appreciation, the profiles of our MVPs will be marked with a new icon: Time is precious—to volunteer that time to help other people using your expertise is truly worthy of respect--thanks to you all! Now, </drum roll/> please join me—for the Unitronics’ 2015 Roundup! Our Industry Awards For the fourth year in a row, Unitronics’ products have been honored by Control Engineering Engineers’ Choice awards. This year, in the category of Hardware - Integrated HMI controllers, the winner was our UniStream 15.6" HMI panel – big and handsome, with an elegant LED touch-panel offering 1366 x 768 resolution and a 16M (24-bit) color range. Unitronics Product Launches These were released in 2015: UniStream: our award-winning 15.6" HMI panel –snap on up to 5 Uni-I/O modules, expand up to 2,048 I/Os, and employ the advanced feature profile to execute highly complex control. We also released 3 Uni-I/O™ modules offering new thermocouple and analog I/O options. Samba 7": with its on-board I/Os and a larger, 7” color touch screen, Samba 7” is proving to be a popular choice for those small machine projects with a critical profit margin. Vision700: this new member of our award-winning Vision “workhorse” series offers a 7” HMI color touch screen. Supports all Vision Snap-in and expansion I/O modules, and all advanced power features. A gateway for MBUS GSM-KIT-17J-3G (Cinterion EHS6T GSM modem) UniLogic for UniStream: New Development The feedback from our users tells us that UniLogic is a hit. This year, R&D added a number of strong features. Here’s a sample: C Editor, enabling you to write C functions directly in UniLogic Alarms system, designed in accordance with ISA ANSI/ISA-18.2-2009 guidelines EtherNet/IP, scanner and adapter, supporting both implicit/explicit messaging Video Streaming via RTSP SNMPv1/v2/v3 WebServer Gauges Password protection for Ladder Functions, HMI screens, Data Tables and Recipes Media Highlights for 2015 Nataly Turgeman, Unitronics’ Global Sales and Marketing manager, was interviewed by PCN (Processing & Control News Europe) regarding the company, our products, and customer care philosophy. Read the two-page spread here: http://digital.pcne.eu/digitalMagazine?issue_id=635 UniLogic was reviewed twice in IEN Europe. I particularly recommend you check out PLC+HMI Programming Software to Hit Application Requirements This article reviews some features added in 2015: HMI + PLC Software Streams Videos We are proud to continue to bring you Unitronics true All-in-One value: our complete range of automation products and software from the pioneers of the PLC + HMI controller, backed by Unitronics unparalleled sales and tech support. Enjoy them in the coming year!

I am sorry that the manufacturer is no longer in business, but this is a security feature--the purpose of UniDownloader, together with the upload restriction you have encountered, is specifically to enable a programmer/owner to protect the intellectual property rights of the program.

Hi :-) We will look into this--thanks!

Hi :-) I have submitted your request--thanks!

Joe--nice flow chart. It is a great way to organize any task, really.

I have forwarded all of these requests to the Roadmap team. No feedback yet, but your requests are in the loop

Hi Erwin, I want to thank you for drawing this to my attention. The different ways of setting the RTC is now documented in the Help, and you will see it in the next version. The UniStream Help is still a work in progress

Nice!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RXJKdh1KZ0w

And they are now on the to-do list--can't give a time frame, but these features will be added

Hi Sunit--would you like to do an application story for publication? Looks like a very cool project!

I've passed your requests to The People In Charge--thanks :-)

I can relate to that. One of the stupider things I do on a regular basis, btw, is to plug in a cellular device to a cable that is connected to a charger that is NOT connected to a power source...and then wonder why the heck it isn't charging...

Hi--apologies for the lag. Clicked is indeed, clicked--the complete cycle, up, down, released. The Help is indeed a work in progress; I add more all the time. However, in this case, I did not think explanation was necessary. I will include a drop-down table or similar in a future version that explains the actions. About We're Listening This is where I like to see either specific feature requests, or requests for 'concept'--the unifying idea behind a particular feature or action. It is best to put specific requests there so that they don't get lost in a thread. While for many years I read all forum posts, we have grown to the point where this is not really possible...but I do monitor the We're Listening.