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  1. Cara Bereck Levy
    Hey people! Move into the Holiday Season - attend our Motion webinar 
    ★Learn about Servo made Simple: the Unitronics Motion Solution that does the work for you★ 
    ★No motion programming knowledge needed!★
    ★It's FREE! ★
    You've got a choice of dates - click to sign up for the one that suits you best!
    December 18, 2019 11:00AM EST >> http://bit.ly/2D5IGnh December 19, 2019 1:00PM EST >> http://bit.ly/332vxpC  

     
     
  2. Cara Bereck Levy
    Our UniStream PLC -  a powerful multi-function PLC controller with advanced communication support, built-in I/O configurations, and Virtual HMI – is a finalist for the 2020 Engineer's Choice Awards from the publishers of Control Engineering Magazine.
    Click here to VOTE FOR US!
    Once you create an account, you will find the UniStream PLC under the category of Machine and embedded control – PLCs. 

    Here are some of the details of our finalist:
    UniStream PLC - Robust PLC Controller with a New Concept: Virtual HMI
    Powerful multi-function PLC controller that provides users with advanced communication support, variety of built-in I/O configurations, and Virtual HMI.
    Virtual HMI means that the PLC stores and runs the program logic as well as the HMI user application within the PLC itself, you can then view and operate your machine, or access your process via any mobile phone, PC, or remote display device.
    You design both applications in UniLogic.
    The UniStream PLC offers the same powerful features as other UniStream controllers, including communications such as Ethernet/IP,  MQTT,  SNMP,  SQL,  Web Server,  FTP,  SNMP,  and more.
    Availability in three versions: Classic,  Standard,  and Pro
     
    Here is the product page: https://unitronicsplc.com/unistream-series-plc/#1449515769763-3521ed84-35551451602511853
     
     
       
  3. Cara Bereck Levy
    It's smooth. It's simple. Our R&D department has created a complete Motion Solution that includes all the hardware you need - AC Drives, Motors, Cables both standard and robotic – all seamlessly supported by Unitronics’ PLCs, HMIs, & VFDs. You can enjoy the simplicity of obtaining all components from a single supplier, plus our efficient Ready-Made Motion code - read on to learn more!
    New Motion Solution: Servo Made Simple - Easy to Set Up, Painless to Program
    Unitronics new line of AC Servo drives and motors changes the traditional and complicated approach to Motion Control.
    Unitronics launches a complete line of AC Servo drives and motors – along with a surprisingly simple approach that enables users to implement Motion Control easily. Ready-Made Motion code, Embedded Diagnostic tools, Automatic communication setup, are just some of the easy-to-use features embedded in this new line.
    The offering includes 1 and 3-phase drives and motors, operating at a wide power range of 50W to 5,000W (0.06-6.7 HP) to suit any machine size, with robust, high-resolution built-in serial encoders (absolute: 23-bit, incremental: 20-bit), IP65.
    Simplicity translates into solid profit
    Unitronics, recognized for industry leadership by the prestigious Frost and Sullivan Best Practices Award, applies an innovative approach that brings time-saving benefits to motion control:
    ·      No coding needed: Ready-Made Motion code, provided with every purchase, enables Unitronics’ customers to test their completed system; this code can be opened and adapted to other applications via PLCopen standard functions
    ·      One software for all project needs: set up and program PLC, HMI, Servo, VFD, and I/O—no need to struggle with multiple software tools to build an application with up to 8 axes
    ·      Automatic communication setup: absolutely seamless
    ·      Minimal room for error: UniLogic software automatically analyzes mechanical properties and recommends safe values for the user application
    ·      Diagnostics: UniLogic includes a built-in powerful, high-speed scope to view servo run-time performance
    ·      Tune the system: using only one single parameter
    ·      Embedded Diagnostic tools: no PC needed. Use Via an HMI panel – or a virtual HMI screen on their mobile device – users can:
    -      Set motion parameters
    -      Monitor Axis behavior and I/Os
    -      Execute movements, such as Point-to-Point, Jog, and Homing
    One Integrated Solution for Control & Automation
    The company’s Motion Control solution includes all the elements required for precise motion control: award-winning PLCs, HMIs panel, VFDs, I/Os, along with broad communication support, including Industry 4.0, and now Servo drives and motors.
    All products are programmed in the same, easy to use software studio, giving users a complete solution for control and automation from one supplier.
  4. Cara Bereck Levy
    Hi people!
    Our newest product was developed in answer to customers who needed UniStream performance--but who do not require an integrated HMI panel.
    >drum roll<
    Meet the UniStream PLC  
    This unique PLC,  unlike other UniStream controllers, does not have an integrated HMI panel--however,  it supports HMI applications just like any other UniStream.
    The secret is Virtual HMI. This means that you can mount the controller on a DIN rail in a cabinet, and access it from:
    any mobile device that supports VNC the new UniStream Display (USL) any UniStream Modular HMI panel (USP) any UniStream Built-in (on the panels integral to the device) The UniStream PLC is a line of PLCs with built-in I/Os that may be mounted on a DIN-rail. Unlike other UniStream Controllers, does not include a built-in HMI screen.
    This PLC is appropriate for applications that need UniStream power and functionality, but that either do not require an HMI application, or that require a distributed HMI.
    All UniStream PLCs support Virtual HMI--they can display HMI screens which you design in UniLogic in exactly the same way as for any other UniStream controller. You can display the HMI screens on:
    UniStream Displays (USL), included in this release. UniStream Displays are a series of color touch-screens that support VNC.
    UniStream Modular HMI panels (USP)
    UniStream Built-in (on the panels integral to the device)
    Any device screen that supports VNC

    The series is available in three versions: Pro, Standard, and Basic.
    When you select your UniStream model in Hardware Configuration, only relevant options are available in UniLogic.
    Differences between B10, B5, and B3
    Feature
    B10 Pro
    B5 Standard
    B3 Basic
    I/O Expansion via Uni-I/O
    Yes
    No
    Remote I/O Expansion via Ethernet I/O Adapter (URB)
    Up to 8
    1
    VFD
    32
    2
    MicroSD
    Yes
    No*
    Add-on COM modules
    3
    2
    System Memory
    6GB
    3GB
    3GB
    MODBUS Slaves
    Unlimited
    Up to 8
    Ethernet/IP Scanners
    16
    1
    Ethernet/IP Adapters
    32
    8
    Web Server
    Yes
    No
    No
    SQL Client
    Yes
    No
    No
    MQTT
    Yes
    PID Loops
    64
    2
    Data Sampler/Trends
    Yes
    No
    CSV files: creating/ reading
    Yes
    No
    FTP, server/client
    Yes
    No
    Saving Data Tables to SD
    Yes
    No*
    Screenshots
    Yes
    No
    Sending email attachments
    Yes
    No
    USB device (programming port)
    Yes
    No**
    --------
    Check out the product page, view installation guides, here.
    ----------------------------------From our official press release:
    The UniStream PLC is based on proven, award-winning UniStream hardware and UniLogic software that enhances your ability to implement all of the control tasks required by your machine or process application.
    A multi-function controller that matches a vast range of application requirements, the UniStream PLC provides users with advanced communication support, including Industry 4.0, and introduces a unique concept in Virtual HMIs.
    Virtual HMI – A New Approach to Automation
    UniStream PLC combines two technologies in one product:
    Virtual HMI– As an Industry first, the PLC stores and runs the program logic as well as the HMI user application within the PLC itself. This brings you a unique advantage: you can view and operate your machine, or access your process via any mobile phone, PC, or remote display device. Controller Hardware – The powerful controller has built-in I/Os that can be expanded to more than 2,000 I/Os, including digital, analog, high-speed and temperature, as well as communication modules supporting Modbus, Ethernet/IP, MQTT, SQL, SNMP, and more.   Along with the UniStream PLC, Unitronics has also released a line of compatible displays, offering customers a full package for varied PLC and HMI requirements.
    Award-winning Programming Software
    UniStream PLC is backed by UniLogic® all-in-one programming software, which cuts programming time up to 50%, and includes Built-in Trends and Gauges, auto-tuned PID, data sampling, complex data tools, Recipes and more.
    UniLogic offers OEMs and System Integrators a faster and easier programming solution as all tasks can be programmed using the same software environment. Users can build the PLC application, design HMI screens, create web pages in multiple languages, and save it all in a library to reuse in other projects.
    The best of two worlds: Robust PLC Hardware with Virtual HMI
    With its robust hardware and extremely efficient time-saving programming software, the new controller benefits users in multiple ways, simplifying and speeding projects, while offering outstanding configuration versatility.
    “Unitronics is well-known for outstanding innovation, and with our new UniStream PLC, we’ve done it again,” says Boaz Karmy, VP Sales and Marketing, at Unitronics. “Richly featured and powerful, yet compactly designed, the UniStream PLC raises the bar by providing unique Virtual HMI features and versatile hardware configuration, using the same programming environment.” –

  5. Cara Bereck Levy
    VFD, inverter, AC drive - engineers call these adjustable speed drives by different names, but all use them to control motor speed  and torque.
    Now, you can obtain your VFDs from the same supplier as your PLC + HMI controllers. Unitronics VFDs can be used as a stand-alone product, or as part of a complete All-in-One package with our PLC+HMI controllers: UniStream®, Vision™ and Samba™.
    This simplifies workflow by enabling you to:
    Obtain your VFDs, PLC + HMI controllers and related components, as well as technical support, from a single supplier. Operate your VFD directly from the controller’s HMI panel Use the same programming software as the PLC control and HMI application, to: Set-up and configure multiple VFDs in a snap Monitor and debug your VFD  Remotely Access your VFD For more information, check out the VFD page in our website:
    https://unitronicsplc.com/vfd-variable-frequency-drive/

  6. Cara Bereck Levy
    Joe Tauser - if you've spent 5 minutes on this forum,  you know Joe as a forum moderator, expert in all things Unitronics. If you have ever asked for help, you have probably benefited from his broad knowledge of control engineering.
    Joe offered some good, cautionary advice for those implementing IoT in their applications that appears in the May edition of Control Engineering, European edition,  in  an article on machine control technology developments, spotlight on IIOT, 
    Click here to see the May issue, the article is on page 33 - I've captured that page below:
     

     
    Legacy Applications Wanted!!!!
    **Call for 'Legacy' PLC application stories!**
    Our first generation PLC's are controlling applications decades (!) after their release.
    Do you use Unitronics' first generation PLCs?
    Let us know!
     
     
  8. Cara Bereck Levy
    We are proud to announce the Unitronics' Community MVPs for 2017!
    In 2017, the Unitronics Community welcomed over 600 new topics, and over 3,000 new posts.  Our MVPs help to make this possible.
     These guys have great general expertise in all things control, specific expertise in Unitronics programmable controllers, and a knack for getting to the heart of a problem. All three devote a great deal of time and energy to the community—not only to help forum members, but also as community moderators, helping the forum to run smoothly.
     >Drum roll<  
    This year's MVPs are:
     Joe Tauser, of Joe Tauser & Associates, located in St.Louis, Missouri, USA, http://www.jtauser.com/
      Barry Lanier—you know him as Flex727—located in Allen, Texas, USA (near Dallas) blanier@arc-controls.com
      The one and only Ausman.  On a personal note, I truly value the patience these individuals show in helping forum members pinpoint the source of a problem, the solutions they find—and their humor. A little humor goes a long way!
    This year, I'd also like to give an Honorable Mention—a  shout-out to Dustin Brewer, of Brewer Electronics, http://www.brewerelectronics.com, known as Hotwires, for his participation in 2017.
     In recognition of their fine work, the profiles of our       
    MVPs will be marked with a new icon for 2017    
     Thanks, and may all your apps run bug-free in the year 2018!
  9. Cara Bereck Levy
    We are pleased to present the Unitronics 2017 Roundup!
     Read on to learn about some of our proudest achievements in 2017.
    Awards
    2017 was a year in which our tradition of excellence in innovation was recognized by:
    -         Frost & Sullivan, a major market research and analysis firm. Frost & Sullivan conducted an in-depth review of Unitronics products, specifically our 3 major product series--Samba, Vision, and UniStream--in relation to the dynamic, competitive market that challenges PLC manufacturers. Unitronics was awarded their Best Practices Awards for product innovations.
    -         Control Engineering, honoring our Samba 7" with an Control Engineers’ Choice Award in the category of Hardware – integrated HMI controllers. This was the 6th—yes SIXTH—year in a row that Unitronics' programmable controllers have received this prestigious industry award.
    Product Releases
    We welcomed two major additions to our UniStream line of PLC + HMI programmable controllers:
    -         UniStream 5" – PLC + HMI + I/O built into one unit
    Compact, contemporary, and connected, these bring you bring you all of the power and functionality of UniStream, the same elegant, color-touch HMI panel, and a range of built-in I/O configurations. It is available in two versions: UniStream 5" (B5) and UniStream 5" Pro (B10). Both series support important fieldbus protocols such as MODBUS, Ethernet/IP and CANopen, as well as SNMP, VNC, FTP, SMS, email, and communications via GSM/GPRS modem. 

    The Pro version also offers a built-in Webserver, audio jack, video support–and SQL, a plus for OEMs facing Industry 4.0.
    -         Multi-touch HMI panel
    UniStream USP-104-M10 offered our first integrated Multi-Touch panel, enabling gestures such as swipe, double-tap, press & tap, and more, including Two-Hand operation – a recognized safety measure.
    -         UniLogic
    The award-winning programming environment for UniStream received an all-new Hardware Configuration upgrade, and a number of added features, including CANopen EDS Import, View, Edit, and new EDS Ladder Functions, powerful MODBUS features: Aperiodic via Ladder, Add Aperiodic/ Periodic Operations per slave, singly or in batches. We also included support for MYSQL.
    Trade Shows
    This year, our team participated in major trade shows:
    •          PPMA Processing & Packaging Machinery Association, in the UK
    •          SPS IPC Drives in Germany and in Italy
    •          ATX – the Automation Technology Expo, held in both New York and Toronto
    •          OTC2017, the Offshore Technology Conference in Houston, Texas
    Contribute to our Roadmap for 2018!
    Many of our finest products and feature addition have been jumpstarted by a suggestion from you, a member of the automation sector.
    Don't be shy—write to us with your suggestions and ideas!
     Follow us on Social Media
    Click on the icons below to keep updated with the latest and greatest from the Unitronics team!
                    
     
    Thanks for reading—may you have a marvelous 2018, and may all your applications run bug-free!

     
  10. Cara Bereck Levy
    Read about how  Nicolaides & Kountouris Metal Company LLC, manufacturers soundproofing and insulation panels, needed a system to efficiently cut panels to correct dimensions; their old cutting machine was inefficient and required constant operator supervision.  Learn how the UniStream 10.4  PLC+HMI from Unitronics automates their cutting system, boosting it more reliability and efficiency.
    Access the story here.

     
  12. Cara Bereck Levy
    Our very own UniStream 10.4" Multi-touch PLC+HMI is a finalist in Control Engineering's Engineers Choice award for 2018, in the category of Hardware: Integrated HMI Controllers!

    If you would like to help us maintain our 6-year winning streak (last year won by our Samba 7" HMI + PLC),
    please go here and place your vote!

    * Note that CE is using a new platform for this year's voting--you may need to register, a quick and easy process.
    https://gspplatform.cfemedia.com/pe/productProfile/59847faee4b0fa3a7242ee95
    . https://gspplatform.cfemedia.com/pe/productProfile/59847faee4b0fa3a7242ee95
  13. Cara Bereck Levy
    Coating Systems International  deploys their products worldwide. They needed a low cost, flexible controller for machines with a payload of up to 500 liters., as well as an operator interface that could be easily customized to suit different markets. 
    UniStream 7" fit the bill--as one engineer noted: “With the use of a base GIF animation file and almost unlimited overlay for conditions such as off, warnings or alarm status, a comprehensive screen can display everything the operator needs to know with little requirement to build up many different screens as has been done in the past, one screen replaces three.”
    To read about their fascinating implementation, click here.

     
  14. Cara Bereck Levy
    Eurotech had previously used Unitronics Vision series all-in-one PLCs to control their extrusion equipment, but had started using a competitor’s product.  However, they switched back to Unitronics products following the launch of the UniStream line; these modular, all-in-one PLCs offer a flexible, easy to use control platform.  Eurotech uses  UniStream line, 7, 10, and 15" models .
    Read all about it here:  https://unitronicsplc.com/testemonials-category-carrousel/?category=miscellaneous&tid=10406
     

  15. Cara Bereck Levy
    Located in Belgrade,  Aqua Interma Engineering  manufactures and install solutions for drinking water purification and waste water treatment. They select the right-sized PLC + HMI controller, Samba, Jazz or Vision430 to  create applications that dose water with chlorine to eliminate micro-organisms and test the residual levels of chlorine in order to ensure water purity. 
    Read about it here:
    https://unitronicsplc.com/testemonials-category-carrousel/?category=waterwaste-water&tid=10833

     
  16. Cara Bereck Levy
    What do you do if you have an existing system,  different devices running on different protocols...and you've got to implement control, plus hook up via IEC104S to a SCADA...and that is only part of the picture.
    Well--if you are Rene Tomingas FIE of Estonia, you use Unitronics All-in-One PLC + HMI programmable controllers , models Vision1040 and V570, to get the job done!
    Read about it here:
    https://unitronicsplc.com/testemonials-category-carrousel/?category=Power-Energy&tid3170

  17. Cara Bereck Levy
    Check it out!!! Errdue, an Italian company that  manufactures equipment for generating and purifying gases on the customer site, wanted to develop a new line of products.
    They chose our very own Vision350 for the job.
     Erredue got the functionality and communication support they needed, in a physically compact device that fit right in--plus, the V350's quality color touchscreen boosts them ahead of their competitors.
    Read about the application, and check out Engineer Claudio D’Angelo's rave review of the V350 PLC +HMI here!
     

  18. Cara Bereck Levy
    Let me tell you--this is going to be GREAT!!!!
    We are proud to introduce an addition to the UniStream family that is going to be a favorite among those of you who enjoy the compactness, the no-hassle approach of the All-in-One Vision series.
    UniStream 5" is a PLC+HMI+I/Os , with the impressive UniStream user panel built-in, available in a number of I/O configurations, that you program in UniLogic.
    Below is the official release document--you can access specs, etc, over here.
    UniStream® 5”: PLC+HMI+I/Os
    Compact. Contemporary. Connected

    Unitronics’ newly-released UniStream® 5"- a multi-function programmable logic controller in a superbly compact hardware profile: PLC+HMI+I/O built into a single unit.
    All-in-One, compact PLC + HMI with built-in I/Os fills a niche in the programmable controller market—serving OEMs and system integrator who need space-saving controllers that deliver the functionality to control complex machines, while creating a competitive advantage via a color-touch HMI panel.
    This All-in-One controller is available in two series: UniStream 5" and UniStream 5" Pro. Both series support SNMP, VNC, FTP, SMS, email, and communications via GSM/GPRS modem.
    The Pro version also offers a built-in Webserver, audio jack, and video support, as well as SQL, a plus for system integrators and OEMs facing Industry 4.0.
    The Hardware
    UniStream 5", with its resistive color touch-screen reduces space and wiring requirements, and eliminates the need to set up Panel-PLC communication.
    Built-in I/O configurations vary according to model, offering digital, analog, high-speed and temperature I/Os. Users can expand the configuration up to 2,048 I/O points.
    Built-in COM ports include Ethernet, 1 USB host and 1 Mini-B USB device ports; additional add-on ports for serial and CANbus are available.
    Powerful Programming
    The rich feature range of UniStream includes auto-tuned PID, data logging, data tables and Recipes, data sampling displayed via built-in Trends and Gauges, Alarms, multi-level passwords, and plug & play communications for CANopen, CAN Layer2, MODBUS, EtherNet/IP, and more.
    A Re-Use paradigm enables the programmer to build Ladder and C functions, design HMI screens, and create Web pages in multiple languages including Asian languages—then save it all in a Library to reuse in other projects.
    Another benefit to the bottom line for the OEM and system integrators is Unitronics standard policy of customer care—no hidden costs or tiers. All software, utilities, and support—including membership in Unitronics’ Community Forum—are provided at no additional charge
     
  21. Cara Bereck Levy
    So. You may be smack in the middle of your first Smart Factory project...or you may be wondering what all the hype is about..or, you may be looking around for a brand of programmable controllers that will talk to an ERP SQL database.
    No matter what your particular scenario is, we invite you to attend our webinar to learn how easy it is to communicate data via SQL, from the production floor up to management levels using Unitronics  All-in-One PLC + HMI controllers.
    To sign up, click here

  22. Cara Bereck Levy
    This major release introduces a number of new features that will boost your productivity, such as wide Ladder nets and dynamic I/O configurations. You can download it from here: https://unitronicsplc.com/software-visilogic/
    In addition, when you install this version and open it for the first time, a pop-up will allow you to access app store links for Unitronics’ Remote Operator for Mobile app.

    Features                                                                                       
    Remote Operator for Mobile
     The Help menu now offers a link that will access the App store. In addition, the Help topic Remote Operator via Mobile App now contains QR codes that you can scan with your mobile to get the app.
    Ladder:
    2X the Space
    VisiLogic Ladder nets are now wide, and reach completely across your PC screen - no empty areas.  This gives you twice the editing space.
    Switching I/O Configurations
    Once you have added I/O Expansion Modules to your project, you can create variations called 'IO Module Configurations'.
    Configurations are hardware profiles that enable a controller to run the application if it has a physical I/O configuration that is different from the full I/O Configuration in the project. Each profile that you create has an index number.
    You determine which configuration is active by storing a value in SI 205. The application will run according to the selected Config without error.
    To enable your program logic to run correctly when switching configurations, you must map the digital inputs and outputs to MBs, and use these MBs as program conditions instead of Input and Output operands. Since analog I/Os are linked to operands, they do not require any special handling.
     
    Run As Admin
    VisiLogic and other software utilities are now set to "Run as Admin".
    Project
    Navigation Tree
    Simple, static HMI elements such as lines and circles now appear on the Project
    Navigation Tree under Static.
    Remote Access:
    Alarms
    You can now Jump to Display in Alarms when running Remote Access.
    V700, SI 184: Port
    SI 184 Indicates which port is installed: 0-none, 1-serial, 2-ethernet,4-Profibus
    PID Server
    You can now export using different pictures and data formats. Note that the Excel file is saved as .xls file that cannot be opened in office 2013 but can be opened in office 2010 .
    HMI Zoom
    You can now zoom  HMI displays to twice their size, when editing displays for V700 and V1040, V1210 .
    Operand
    Export/import
    Separators are now supported when importing/exporting.
    You can also select whether to import Fast operands, preset/current of timers and counters.
    The CSV of operand descriptions now includes a row of operands types.
    While importing, VisiLogic now displays a progress bar.
    Data Table Import
    When importing a .UPD file,  you now have options to Select all and Clear all
    Project Memory Map
    Project memory map now displays topic sizes.
    SMS Configuration (V2xx only)
    SMS configuration  now supports Eastern Europe language set.
    VisiLogic GUI: Russian
    The VisiLogic Interface can now be translated to Russian.
    Printing
    Comments are fully printed when printing Ladder.
    Data Table export
    Each Data table field can be assigned a special caption and format for export to Excel.
    FB Protocol, CRC
    A new type, CRC-16/BYPASS is now supported.
    Keyboard symbols
     Virtual keyboards now have the underscore symbol where the copyright symbol was held.
     
  23. Cara Bereck Levy
    We've had some nice application stories recently
    Here's a cool one about  timber drying kilns that require reliable, automatic temperature control - and implement it with Unitronics Vision350 PLC+HMI controllers
     Read about  the Timbersoft Kiln Drying application  here.

  24. Cara Bereck Levy
    We are truly proud to announce that Frost & Sullivan, a major market research and analysis firm, has honored Unitronic's with the Best Practices Awards for 2016.
    The prestigious award for Global Advanced PLC Product Line Strategy Leadership was given after Frost & Sullivan conducted an in-depth review of Unitronics products, specifically our 3 major product series--Samba, Vision, and UniStream--in relation to the dynamic, competitive market that challenges PLC manufacturers.
    Read all about it here: https://unitronicsplc.com/press-release/?prid=12146

  25. Cara Bereck Levy
    This major release of UniLogic, the programming software for UniStream programmable controllers, introduces Multi-Touch HMI screen technology, familiar to us all from the world of cell phones and tablets.
    Our new UniStream model, the USP-104M10-PLC, supports a range of gestures such as “Swipe” Navigation, Press, Press & Hold,  Double-Tap, Press & Tap and more.  
    Use these to boost your client’s user experience, as well as Two-Hand Operation to increase the operational safety of your end-users. 
    Other important features in this release:
    CANopen: EDS Import, View, Edit, & Ladder Functions UDFB Online: view running values in UDFBs, including local tags MODBUS: Aperiodic/ Periodic Operations per slave, singly or in batches Receive SMS: new Ladder Element, plus Authorized Numbers option SQL: supports MySQL Server and an option to communicate via Port or Instance Name *Cyber-Security Update for FTP & VNC  All applications using FTP or VNC must now use passwords of 6 to 8 characters that contain upper and lower-case letters and digits. Upgrading older applications with passwords that do not meet these criteria will result in a compilation error. Hardware Configuration
    New UniStream: Multi-Touch panel
    Hardware Configuration now offers the USP-104-M10.
    This multi-touch model offers gestures such as Swipe navigation, and enables you to trigger actions via Press, Long Press, Press & Tap, double-tap and more, including Two-Hand operation – a recognized safety measure.
    A single screen can contain elements configured to different triggers. This enables you to add a layer of safety to your screens. For example, you can implement a 2-point press (two-handed operation) that requires the user to press the screen in two distinct locations to activate a task.
    Communications
    CANopen
    EDS Import, View, Edit
    You can now easily import, view, and edit EDS files for CANopen devices, as well as automatically create PDO structs.
    New EDS Ladder functions
    EDS functions enable you to initialize the device with values currently in the EDS file, including values that you edit/enter via UniLogic's EDS utility. In your program, use the In Progress bits to condition the functions.
    Init Node EDS: Initialize a specific node with values edited/entered via the EDS utility.
    Init All Nodes EDS: Initialize all of the CANopen nodes in your project
    Restore Node Defaults: If your CANopen device enables this function, which refers to object 1011 in the node's dictionary, you can use this to reset all of the node's addresses to the manufacturer's default values.
    Heartbeat
    CANopen Properties now include Enable Heartbeat.
    Select this to send a heartbeat from the PLC, according to the time interval specified in the parameter Heartbeat time. The time range is 100 (default) to 100000ms (10 seconds).
    CANopen
    CPU Stop Mode
    Switching to Stop Mode will automatically send a reset command to all nodes.
    MODBUS
     
    New:
    Aperiodic via Ladder,
    Operation Batches
    This version offers the ability to create both Periodic and Aperiodic operations, either one at a time or in batches.
    Most application requirements are met by Periodic operations, which run according to the time intervals you set. However, you now have greater flexibility to:
       Use simple Periodic Operations to read/write data from/to many sensors,
       Use an Aperiodic Operation to write a single setpoint as the result of a run-time condition,
       Use an Aperiodic Operation to turn a group of outputs ON as the result of a run-time condition.
    Note that you can prevent an individual operation from running via a bit in the operation's Active parameter.
    Two new MODBUS Ladder Elements, Aperiodic InDirect and Aperiodic InDirect Group to enable you to trigger a single operation, or a group of operations, via your application.
    Troubleshooting MODBUS
    You now have new MODBUS troubleshooting options:
       A new parameter in the Remote Slave's struct, Drops can help you to troubleshoot projects with a large number of sensors, where the entire queue of operations may not be able to run during the scan.
       A Status field has been added to the MODBUS operation Parameters. This will hold the error codes from the MODBUS protocol itself. Note that it must be reset in your application.
    Other Communications
    SMS:
    Receive SMS + Authorize Numbers
    Use this new Ladder element to receive an SMS message and store it along with its metadata.
    You can also block messages from unauthorized numbers by creating an Authorized Numbers list in Modem Configuration.
    SQL Server
    Now supports MYSQL, and the option to use either Instance Name, or Port.
    Message Composer
    Float values are now supported.
    EthernetIP
    The Scanner Node struct now contains the parameter Connection status. This contains the response status of the connection attempt.
     
    HMI & Web
    HMI:
    FTP Image Widget
    Use this widget to stream files from an IP camera that uploads images to an FTP server. The images are cached in a folder on the SD card. Buttons the user to display images, clear the image cache, or to save the images currently being displayed.
     
    Data Table Widget
    This version brings added widget features. You can now:
            Assign Column Width/Visibility to each individual widget
            Move the focus and highlight a specific row in a data table by writing a value to the property Tag: Selected Row Index
            When a data table is displayed, touch anywhere within a row to select that row
    If you assign a Float value to a column, you can determine the location of the decimal point via by right-clicking the column and assigning it
    HMI and Webpage Editor Redesign
    Both editors have been redesigned for faster, smoother function, and load screens - even screens with many elements -faster than before.
    Other added features include "Snap" behavior:
    Rotation: While rotating, elements will now automatically snap to angles of 90-180° when approaching these angles. To rotate without snapping, first hold down the Alt button on your keypad, then click and begin the rotation.
    Alignment: Now, the active element is marked by handles. When moving elements, a snap to middle line is displayed.
    HMI: Live Trend Widget
    New Live Trend displays a running variable integer value as a curve on a Trend graph. You may define up to 4 curves.
    Unlike Trends derived from Data Sampling:
            Live Trend values are not drawn from a Data Sampler.
            Live Trends do not store any values, log any data, or create any files.
    They are convenient for tasks such as representing temperature values, where only monitoring is needed and logging is not required.
    Web:
    State Machine Button
    State Machine Button is now available for Web pages as well as HMI display; use the value of a register to display variable text within a button, and to drive multiple Actions via the button.
    HMI Element: Password
    A new attribute, Password Length, allows you to enter a number to limit the number of characters, 1-32, that the user can type into the field.
    Asian Language Support
    UniStream now supports the  WenQuanYi Zen Hei font which supports Chinese, simplified/traditional, and also Korean.
    HMI Elements: Digital Schedule & Digital Time
    When checked, a new attribute, Retain AM/PM Space, retains the Placeholder space for AM/PM when H24 (24-hour format) is selected.
     
    Usability Boosters
    UDFBs: Online Values
    View online/debug values within UDFBs, including local tags, along with a counter 'since last update': simply right-click the Call UDFB function in the Ladder, and select Monitor.
    Drag Tags:
    Assign Tags via
    CTRL +
    Drag & Drop
    A new, easy way to assign tags is via CTRL + Drag & Drop.
    Press and hold down the CTRL keyboard key, click a tag, and then drag and drop it to assign a ladder parameter or an HMI option. You can drag tags from the tag database window, or a tag assigned as a ladder parameter or HMI option.
    Formula: Drag from Ladder
    You can now drag any Formula directly from the Solution Explorer, instead of placing a Formula Ladder element via the Ladder Toolbox and linking it to a Formula.
    Start Online after Download
    If you download the same project into UniStream, and are connected to the unit, Online mode now begins automatically.
    You can cancel this behavior via the UniLogic Project tab, by clicking Options and deselecting Start Online after Download.
    Handy "Find"
    ptions
    The Ladder ribbon tab contains two new icons: that enable you to find rungs that are disabled, as well as rungs marked "ToDo:".
    To mark a rung, enter the text "ToDo:" including the colon. (the text itself is not case-sensitive)
    The complete list of features, as well as Bug Fixes may be found at https://unitronicsplc.com/Download/Support/UniLogic/UniLogic_Example_Projects.zip

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