RSLogix and Visual Basic-based HMI

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Deepak

Hi I'm a mechatronics engineering student, I'm using RSLogix micro lite and RSEmulator to learn PLC programming. I came across some topics which says that we could develop our own HMI using MS visual basic express.

IS it possible to develop a simple HMI( only with input and output) using VB for my RSlogix ladder? also I need to know where can we download free activX files for this.

Thank you Very much
 
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Jeremy Pollard

If the PLC has a serial port, then you can get a 'DF1' activeX control from the web which could be/can be free. Then you can write the HMI using the serial protocol...

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