When you install VisiLogic, the program also installs a Function Block (FB) library for advanced functions, such as SMS messaging and MODBUS communications. FBs that are currently installed in VisiLogic are listed under the FB's menu.
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You must use a condition (RLO) to activate any FB that requires Configuration in your application, such as MODBUS or SMS. |
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To enable Live Update, you can select to use a proxy server in Project Properties. |
Use Function Block Information, located on the View menu, to check:
Which FBs are installed in your library.
Which FB versions are installed, which versions are used in the open project, and to manage FB versions.
FB memory usage.
Standard Vision: To install an updated FB library, select Update from the Web from the FBs menu or Help menu, then follow the on-screen instructions. Note that at the end of the download, you must close and then restart VisiLogic. The new FBs will appear on the FBs menu.
Enhanced Vision: FB libraries are updated as part of OS releases. When you update the OS, FBs are automatically updated as well.
MODBUS, serial
MODBUS, IP
SMS Messaging
GPRS
Remote PLC DataCom
Communication Protocol
TCP/IP Communication Protocol
PID FB
Drum
Events
MB as PWM
Loadcell
Filter
Accelerate
Fast Response
Draw Axis
BAS
Trends
If your project is configured to Vision controllers that do not support HMI object Trend graphs, the Trend objects will not be displayed in the Project Navigation Window. These controllers include V120/230/260/280/290 (monochrome). In these models, the Trends (Legacy) Function Block may be used.
Trends (Legacy) Function Block
