Starting Modules
TwinCAT C++ modules can be started in two ways:
- Operating system: The operating system starts the TwinCAT module as a normal driver.
It is recommended to migrate to the TwinCAT Loader with TMX files. - TwinCAT Loader: The TwinCAT Loader starts the TwinCAT module.
- The TwinCAT Loader requires a signature with TwinCAT user certificate.
- This option is mandatory for encrypted modules.
- The TwinCAT Loader is required for the versioned C++ projects.
Via System -> TcCOM Modules -> Class Factories tab you can see whether the TwinCAT Loader or the operating system is used: