I'm new to PLC programming and I'm currently trying to download ladder logic using WindLDR to my FT1A. I keep getting an error that reads "USB devices are not found or USB port is not functioning"; however, I was able to download to the PLC from WindOI-NV3. Have you run into this? Any tips? I've also tried using ethernet for this but that tells me "WindLDR failed to make a connection to the device with the IP address ....."
FT1A touch uses a different program than the rest. You have to use NV3. I dont know if that what you are using. NV3 downloads the ladder and HMI program simultaneously from NV3. I have a couple of videos on using the FT1A touch. I believe I have one specifically on communication. Check them out. They will walk you through it. If that doesnt get you where you need to be, give me another message with a little more detail. I will help you out.
@@huntxtrm I'm still quite confused on how to mesh the logic and the NV3 together. I have a program that I wrote with WindLDR. How would I mesh that with NV3? Or do I need to actually start with NV3, open control function in NV3, and write my ladder in there? I hope my question makes sense. haha. I've watched pretty much all of your videos and it's great information, but I'm still missing that part of it. Thanks man! I'm a neighbor in Louisiana by the way.
@@zwalker4146 It is always a good idea to try and write the program in the software you will be using for your particular platform. I think you just learned that. LOL. But, that is how we learn. I have made many mistake myself. And, I have learned many ways to do things easier over time. So, don't let it get you down. Here is what I would do. I would open LDR(your program you have written), and open a new NV3. At the same time. Split them on your screen if you can. This will help you alot. On your program in LDR, export your Tags. then open your NV3 and import these tags. Then go to your LDR and Hightlight your complete ladder. Copy. Go to NV3 open up the ladder editor, paste. This works, but be careful. You want to check your addresses, make sure they are where they need to be. This is where your split screen will come in handy. You can check line by line. Also keep in mind, the addressing in the FT1A is going to be different than whatever PLC you chose in the LDR program. So, you might be changing some addresses to go to expansion plugs, or you might have to set up a master slave type scenario between you FT1A and an FC6 or similar. There are lots of ways you can do it. Just remember you the amount of ins and outs you have in LDR, you will need to find a place for on the FT1A, or in an expansion plug, or Slave device. I know that's a lot to soak in. If you need clarification on anything, let me know. I am glad to help when I can. I haven't done a video in a while. If you need me to do one on this. I would be glad to. Just let me know what PLC you have selected in both programs, so I can match it. I will just write some random I/O to copy over to show you how.
@@huntxtrm thanks so much, I actually did it the hard way and just rewrote the program (that was before I saw your reply). I’m currently trying to get my timers to display on my screen. I think I need to step away from it for a while since I’ve been at it since 7am lol. But I’m using the FT1A-C12RA. And you’re right, information on these PLCs is scarce.
Is there any way where if I push a input button on the HMI screen that it can activate the output wired to the PLC? Such as a pilot light wired to the PLC if I push a button on the hmi screen? Thanks in advance !
Yes, you can do that. It is simple. Give this a try. On you HMI software, make a bit button, address it M001, point it at the plc external device address. Be sure you have your HMI software setup for external communications. It will not work if you don't. On your PLC software create a rung with M001 as your normally open input. On the output side, (right side of the rung) create Q0001. Now if you wire a indicator light to Q001. and push the button on the HMI, the Indicator light will come on. If this in not what you are trying to do, let me know some more details. We will get you where you need to be. Thanks for watching.
Sorry for the late reply! I got it but then tried another program and it said that there was a shorted circuit in the PLC programming so I changed it and redownloaded another program I made and now my button on the HMI will not interact with my output!
Still doesnt work, my laptop wont download anything via ethernet only usb. I see the IP address for both the hmi and plc on the respoected software. They look like they communicate but nothing is actually working. Your videos help a ton eother way, but i cant figure this one out Thanks!😊
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Thanks a lot. It was a great tutorial and was exactly what I needed. Greatly appreciated
I need some support do you consult?
How do you get plc to communicate though Ethernet?
Definitely subscribed after watching this video. THANK YOU
You are welcome.
Thank you so much for all your help!
You are welcome, glad i could help
Awesome got it.i didnt have it on ethernet setting on the hmi. Im waiting for them to have classes over here in california i will be taking a class
Idec is in Cali, should have lots of classes there.
I checked on their website and they have some in Texas and Arizona i beleive
I'm new to PLC programming and I'm currently trying to download ladder logic using WindLDR to my FT1A. I keep getting an error that reads "USB devices are not found or USB port is not functioning"; however, I was able to download to the PLC from WindOI-NV3. Have you run into this? Any tips? I've also tried using ethernet for this but that tells me "WindLDR failed to make a connection to the device with the IP address ....."
FT1A touch uses a different program than the rest. You have to use NV3. I dont know if that what you are using. NV3 downloads the ladder and HMI program simultaneously from NV3. I have a couple of videos on using the FT1A touch. I believe I have one specifically on communication. Check them out. They will walk you through it. If that doesnt get you where you need to be, give me another message with a little more detail. I will help you out.
@@huntxtrm I'm still quite confused on how to mesh the logic and the NV3 together. I have a program that I wrote with WindLDR. How would I mesh that with NV3? Or do I need to actually start with NV3, open control function in NV3, and write my ladder in there? I hope my question makes sense. haha. I've watched pretty much all of your videos and it's great information, but I'm still missing that part of it. Thanks man! I'm a neighbor in Louisiana by the way.
@@zwalker4146 It is always a good idea to try and write the program in the software you will be using for your particular platform. I think you just learned that. LOL. But, that is how we learn. I have made many mistake myself. And, I have learned many ways to do things easier over time. So, don't let it get you down. Here is what I would do. I would open LDR(your program you have written), and open a new NV3. At the same time. Split them on your screen if you can. This will help you alot. On your program in LDR, export your Tags. then open your NV3 and import these tags. Then go to your LDR and Hightlight your complete ladder. Copy. Go to NV3 open up the ladder editor, paste. This works, but be careful. You want to check your addresses, make sure they are where they need to be. This is where your split screen will come in handy. You can check line by line. Also keep in mind, the addressing in the FT1A is going to be different than whatever PLC you chose in the LDR program. So, you might be changing some addresses to go to expansion plugs, or you might have to set up a master slave type scenario between you FT1A and an FC6 or similar. There are lots of ways you can do it. Just remember you the amount of ins and outs you have in LDR, you will need to find a place for on the FT1A, or in an expansion plug, or Slave device. I know that's a lot to soak in. If you need clarification on anything, let me know. I am glad to help when I can. I haven't done a video in a while. If you need me to do one on this. I would be glad to. Just let me know what PLC you have selected in both programs, so I can match it. I will just write some random I/O to copy over to show you how.
@@huntxtrm thanks so much, I actually did it the hard way and just rewrote the program (that was before I saw your reply). I’m currently trying to get my timers to display on my screen. I think I need to step away from it for a while since I’ve been at it since 7am lol. But I’m using the FT1A-C12RA. And you’re right, information on these PLCs is scarce.
@@zwalker4146 you will get it pretty easy, not really much to them. Thanks for watching.
Is there any way where if I push a input button on the HMI screen that it can activate the output wired to the PLC? Such as a pilot light wired to the PLC if I push a button on the hmi screen? Thanks in advance !
Yes, you can do that. It is simple. Give this a try. On you HMI software, make a bit button, address it M001, point it at the plc external device address. Be sure you have your HMI software setup for external communications. It will not work if you don't. On your PLC software create a rung with M001 as your normally open input. On the output side, (right side of the rung) create Q0001. Now if you wire a indicator light to Q001. and push the button on the HMI, the Indicator light will come on. If this in not what you are trying to do, let me know some more details. We will get you where you need to be. Thanks for watching.
I’m gonna try it out in class tmr! I’ll let you know! Thanks a lot!!!
Sorry for the late reply! I got it but then tried another program and it said that there was a shorted circuit in the PLC programming so I changed it and redownloaded another program I made and now my button on the HMI will not interact with my output!
Still doesnt work, my laptop wont download anything via ethernet only usb. I see the IP address for both the hmi and plc on the respoected software. They look like they communicate but nothing is actually working. Your videos help a ton eother way, but i cant figure this one out
Thanks!😊
To be specific, i see the right ip address in target info, but when i click okay it says "not connected or not responding"