 Our powerful Windows-based DirectSOFT
programming package is new and improved. With many new instructions,
programming is now easier, quicker and more intuitive than ever.
Improved viewing options and customizable tool bars make it easier
to program and monitor your PLC system.
With DirectSOFT5, documentation can be exported for use in other
applications such as our C-more operator interface panels. User
Interface Themes allow operators to create a unique look and feel
for the DirectSOFT programming environment. The dockable window
feature allows relocation of Cross Reference and Data views. The
ability to auto-hide or even tear away views and place them outside
the DirectSOFT5 work space optimizes full ladder viewing.
The product offering has been simplified to a full support
PC-DSOFT5 package that programs all of our DirectLogic PLCs, and our
new PC-DS100 package, which is a full-featured FREE
programming package with a 100 word limitation. (DS100 is
only available by download from our Web site) |
Simplified packages make your selection fast and
easy
PC-DSOFT5, the newest DirectSOFT version, has a host of advanced
features that make it easier to program your PLC. It supports
full-featured 32-bit Windows-certified programming for all six
DirectLOGIC PLC families, including all DL05s, DL06s, DL105s, DL205
CPUs, DL305 CPUs, DL405 CPUs, and all of their Koyo cousins. The
software supports an incredible array of online/off-line programming
and documentation features, as well as our ALL NEW IBox
instructions.
- PC-DS100 is our all new free full-featured
software package that allows a maximum of 100 words for
programming, editing, and downloading in any DirectLOGIC CPU. A
perfect solution for small applications! Larger programs can be
created and saved but NOT reopened or downloaded without upgrading
to the full version. FREE [download PC-DS100 at no charge now]
- PC-DSOFT5 is the full programming package for
all six DirectLOGIC PLC families (DL05, DL06, DL105, DL205, DL305
and DL405) with no programming limitations, at the lowest price
ever.
- PC-R50-U lets you upgrade to Version 5 with
complete DirectLOGIC CPU support regardless of what package you
are upgrading from. Upgrade the PC-PGM-305, PC-PGM-205, PC-PGM-105
or PC-PGM-BRICK packages to PCDSOFT5 to support all other product
families.
Money-Back Guarantee on Software
Yes, we’re confident that our software can stand up to
the test, but you should be the judge. That’s why we offer a 30-day
money-back guarantee.
DirectSoft5 – NEW Functions and Features
DirectSOFT programming has never been easier! Along with several
improved operational features, we have taken the guesswork out of
everyday programming with the new IBox instructions.
- Customizable Tool Bars for EVERY menu command.
- Desktop Themes to allow you to customize your window and tool
bar look and feel.
- All toolbars can be docked to any border or even floated
outside of the DirectSOFT window for maximum ladder viewing.
- Set up the new D0-DCM for the DL05 & DL06 PLCs from a
menu, no ladder code required.
- IBoxes with fill-in-the-blank-style instructions make writing
your program faster and easier (certain CPUs required).
- Tabbed views optimize your viewing area so you see more of
what you need to see.
- Customizable tool bars give you the flexibility to put what
you need where you want it.
- Learn many new features and software shortcuts with the new
“Tip of the Day” feature.
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IBox Instructions
The most notable new feature in DirectSOFT5 is the IBox
instructions. These fill-in-the-blank instructions are designed to
make your programming experience quicker and easier than ever. With
the IBoxes many everyday ladder code tasks are now quick and easy.
More than 65 IBox instructions are available in the following six
categories.
- Memory
- Discrete Helper
- Analog Helpers
- Math
- Communications
- Counter I/O
Here are a few examples of what you can do with
the new IBox instructions:
- MATHBCD - Math - BCD Format lets you enter
complex mathematical expressions like you would in Visual Basic,
Excel, or C++
- OFFDTMR - Off Delay Timer will delay the
"turning off" of the output parameter by the specified off delay
time
- PONPOFF - Push ON/Push OFF Circuit toggles an
output state whenever the input power flow transitions from off to
on
- ANLGCMB - Analog Input/Output Combo Module
Pointer Setup generates the logic to configure the pointer method
for one analog input/output combo module during the first PLC scan
following a Program to Run transition.
- ECEMAIL - ECOM100 Send E-mail. On a leading
edge transition, ECEMAIL will send a request to your SMTP Server
to send the e-mail message to the e-mail addresses in the To:
field (* requires an Hx-ECOM100 100MBit communications module)
DirectSOFT5
Ibox examples
PC system compatibility
Following are the recommended system requirements for running
DirectSOFT5 on a PC:
- 1 GHz CPU
- CD-ROM for loading software
- Windows 2000/XP Home and Pro (DOS, OS/2, MacIntosh, LINUX or
UNIX versions, or 16-bit versions are not available)
- 512 MB RAM and 20 MB free hard disk space
- At least one unused serial communications port, USB port with
USB-to-serial adapter and/or 10-Base-T or 10/100-Base-T Ethernet
network card
- Color SVGA monitor (1024 x 768)
Notes:
- Laptops: DirectSOFT5 is perfectly suitable
for use with laptop computers as long as they meet the
requirements shown above. Most laptops can be ordered with a
serial port as an option, which will allow a direct connection to
our DirectLOGIC PLCs. If your laptop has a USB port, consider
using our USB to serial adapter, USB-RS232. If your laptop has an
Ethernet port and you are considering a DL05, DL06, DL205 or DL405
PLC, consider using the H*-ECOM or ECOM100 Ethernet Communications
Module to connect your PC to the PLC (The D2-230 does not support
the ECOM).
- Monitors: Any size monitor will work,
however, larger, higher resolution monitors enhance the features
of DirectSOFT5.
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