Execution of Application in Simulation Mode
Original instructions
At a Glance
You can connect to the API simulator which enables you to test an application without a physical connection to the PLC and other devices.
NOTE: For more information, refer to EcoStruxure™ Control Expert, PLC Simulator
Application Execution
The table below shows the procedure for launching the application in simulation mode:
Step
Action
1
In the PLC menu, click on Simulation Mode,
2
In the Build menu, click on Rebuild All Project. Your project is generated and is ready to be transferred to the simulator. When you generate the project, you will see a results window. If there is an error in the program, Control Expert indicates its location if you double-click on the highlighted sequence.
3
In the PLC menu, click on Connection. You are now connected to the simulator.
4
In the PLC menu, click on Transfer project to PLC. The Transfer project to PLC window opens. Click on Transfer. The application is transferred to the PLC simulator.
5
In the PLC, click on Execute. The Execute window opens. Click on OK. The application is now being executed (in RUN mode) on the PLC simulator.