Master Task Configuration
(Original Document)
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General
The first operation you need to perform to create a program is to select the type of Tasks.
You are advised to program the servodrive movements using MFB blocks in the MAST task. This task must be scanned at regular intervals.
CAUTION
MFB BLOCKS UNEXPECTED BEHAVIOR
Do not mixe MAST and FAST tasks. It is possible to use the FAST task to program the MFBs.
Failure to follow these instructions can result in injury or equipment damage.
Configuration
The following table describes the procedure for setting the parameters of the MAST task:
Step
Action
1
In the Project Browser, expand the Program directory.
The MAST directory is displayed.
2
Right-click on the MAST directory and then execute the Properties command in the contextual menu.
3
Click on Properties and the following dialog box appears:
4
Select the Periodic type of scanning.
5
Set the task period to 20.
6
Set the Watchdog value, which must be greater than the period value.
7
Click on OK to confirm the configuration.