DirectSOFT6® - DirectLOGIC PLC Programming
Software
DirectSOFT6 programs the entire DirectLOGIC family
PC-DSOFT6 is our DirectLOGIC PLC
programming package, with a host of features that make it easier to
program your PLC.
- It supports full-featured 32-bit Windows-based programming for all
six DirectLOGIC PLC families, including all DL05s, DL06s, DL105s, DL205
CPUs, DL305 CPUs, DL405 CPUs, and most of their Koyo cousins.
- The software supports a wide array of on-line/off-line programming
and documentation features.
- Fill-in-the-blank-style IBox instructions make writing your program
faster and easier (certain DirectLOGIC CPUs required).
Other features include:
- Point and click or function key editing to suit anyone's programming
style
- Customizable Tool Bars for EVERY menu command
- Desktop Themes to allow you to customize your window and tool bar
look & feel
- All toolbars can be docked to any border or even floated outside of
the DirectSOFT window for maximum ladder viewing
- Write your program with nicknames instead of data
points
- I/O cross reference and element usage windows keep track of
addresses used
- Set up the D0-DCM for the DL05 & DL06 right from the menu. PLC
> Setup > D0-DCM allows you to configure each of the two serial
ports, no ladder code required
- DirectSOFT6 PLC Programming Software
Overview

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Simplified
packages make your selection fast and easy
- PC-DS100 FREE full-featured software package,
allows a maximum of 100 words for programming, editing, and downloading
in any Koyo 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.
Download
PC-DS100 now
- PC-DSOFT6 Windows PC programming and documentation
software,
programs DL05/06/105/205/305/405 systems.
Package includes software CD and manual
- PC-R60-U DirectSOFT upgrade,
Rel 6.0. Allows
you to upgrade from a previously purchased DirectSOFT 16 or 32-bit
software version. Package includes software CD and manual. Not
compatible with any free versions of software. Proof of existing
purchased license required.
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What's New! in DirectSOFT6?
DirectSOFT Software for DirectLOGIC PLC 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.
- 40+ new IBoxes are available in DirectSOFT6 and are
compatible with DirectLOGIC DL05, DL06, D2-250-1, D2-260, and D4- 450
CPUs that have supporting firmware
- Configurable toolbars
- Extremely fast status updates
- New Trend View feature for monitoring and debugging
- Graphic Ladder View
- Ladder box leg labels
- Graphic Stage View
IBox
Instructions
The most notable feature in DirectSOFT6 is IBox instructions. These
fill-in-the-blank instructions are designed to make your programming
experience quicker and easier than ever. IBox instructions are available
in six categories.
- Memory
- Discrete Helper
- Analog Helpers
- Math
- Communications
- Counter I/O
PC
System Compatibility
Following are the recommended
system requirements for running DirectSOFT6 on a PC:
- 1 GHz CPU
- CD/DVD drive OR an Internet connection for loading software
- Windows XP (Home and Pro)/Vista (all 32-bit and 64-bit
versions)/Windows 7/Windows 8/8.1
(NOT available
are DOS, OS/2, MacIntosh, Windows XP 64-bit, LINUX or UNIX versions, or
16-bit versions)
- 512 MB RAM and 50 MB free hard disk space
- At least one unused serial communications port or USB port using our
USB-RS232, USB-to-serial adapter and/or 10-Base-T or 10/100-Base-T
Ethernet network card
- Color SVGA monitor (1024 x 768)
- Laptops:
DirectSOFT6 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 Hx-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 DirectSOFT6.
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