Device Definition Dialog

Use the settings on the Device Definition dialog to:
  • Define the device revision.
  • Select the electronic keying.
  • Configure the connections to the device.
The Device Definition dialog includes the following parameters.
Device Definition parameters
Parameter
Definition
Name
Enter an IEC 61131 compliant device name.
If an invalid character is entered in this field, or if the name exceeds 40 characters, the software ignores the character.
Description
Enter the description of the device.
The description must be within 128 characters. If the description exceeds the maximum length, the software ignores any extra characters.
Slot
The slot number in the 5034 rack or adapter occupied by the device. (left-most slot is 1)
When the device is created, the slot number defaults to the first available slot position.
Major Revision
Specifies the device’s major revision.
This field is not available when online unless the device supports major revision changes while online.
Minor Revision
Specifies device’s minor revision.
This field is not available when in Run mode, or when Electronic Keying is set to Disable Keying.
Electronic Keying
The electronic keying used for the device. Electronic keying compares the device defined in the project to the installed device. If keying fails, a fault occurs.
Valid values are Exact Match, Compatible Module, and Disable Keying.
See the Electronic Keying section below for more details.
Connection Type
The HI5034-WS supports a single I/O connection.
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