From TwinCAT Version 3.1 Build 4024
With TwinCAT Version 4024, the classic tree view for module/sub module population was replaced by a rack view.
In this view slots can be populated and removed without shifting the following slots. Empty slots can remain free and do not have to be provided with placeholders.
Furthermore, it is possible to generate the created module configuration in a GSDML file using the GSDML Generator. The generated file can then be integrated into the controller. The device configuration is thus fixed and does not have to be reprojected on the controller side.
For more information see chapter GSDML Generator.
The new rack view is illustrated below:
The list on the left shows the available device slots; here you can see which slots are occupied or free. Clicking on a slot updates the list in the center, showing the available subslots at the selected slot. If supported by the module, the sub modules can then be populated here.
The list on the right shows the available modules and sub modules. The list of sub modules is always updated depending on the selected module.
The slots and subslots can be populated simply by double-clicking or via drag and drop.
- Double-clicking always triggers insertion at the next free and available slot from the cursor position.
- With drag and drop the available slots are selected, and a module can then be dragged to the required slot and released.
In the slot and subslot list, populated modules or sub modules can be disabled via the context menu (right mouse click).
The icon indicates disabled status, which is also apparent in the module tree. Disabled objects are ignored during configuration, i.e. corresponding slots or subslots are considered empty.
Classic tree view
It is possible to switch to classic tree view for module/sub module population, if required.
To do this, check Legacy Config on the Device tab of the attached box.
