Getting Started
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Getting Started
Quick Start for PLC Checkout and Programming
If you have experience with PLCs, or if you just want to setup a quick example, this
example is for you! This example is not intended to tell you everything you need to
start-up your system, warnings and helpful tips are in the rest of the manual. It is only
intended to give you a general picture of what you will need to do to get your system
powered-up.
Step 1: Unpack the DL05 Equipment
Unpack the DL05 and gather the parts necessary to build this demonstration
system. The recommended components are:
S DL05 Micro PLC
S AC power cord or DC power supply
S Toggle switches (see Step 2 on next page).
S Hook-up wire, 16-22 AWG
S DL05 User Manual (this manual)
S A small screwdriver, 5/8″ flat or #1 Philips type
You will need at least one of the following programming options:
S DirectSOFT Programming Software, DirectSOFT Manual, and a
programming cable (connects the DL05 to a personal computer),or
S D2–HPP Handheld Programmer (comes with programming cable), and
the Handheld Programmer Manual