At a Glance

The reason for modifying or forcing a group of several Boolean variables (located) is to enable the PLC to acknowledge these changes in the same cycle.

Modifying Several Boolean Variables

Carry out the following actions:

Step

Action

1

Click on the button.

The Set value column is added to the table:

2

In the Set value column, modify the value of the Boolean variables you wish.

The contents of the corresponding lines is now shown in bold font:

3

Press the button so that the PLC acknowledges the modifications.

The button clears the Set value column.

Forcing Several Boolean (EBool) Variables

Carry out the following actions:

Step

Action

1

Click on the button.

The Force value column is added to the table:

2

In the Force value column, modify the value of the Boolean variables you wish.

The contents of the corresponding lines is now shown in bold font:

3

Press the button so that the PLC acknowledges the modifications.

The button clears the Force value column.