4 BCS Tools or CODESYS
The following chapter describes the relation between BCS Tools and CODESYS and when to
use what.
BCS Tools 3.30 or newer
Starting from BCS Tools 3.30 this is the software platform to be used in combination with
X2/BoX2 series with embedded CODESYS control.
BCS Tools requires a minimum version in terms of image and CODESYS to be installed in the
X2/BoX2 device.
All version related functions and components are prepared and they are the only ones available
for the specific target. This means that for the BCS Tools 3.30 user following the minimun
requirements stated below there is no need to consider the specific versions.
To meet the requirements follow these links for details.
X2 Control/Marine SC/BoX2 Pro SC
Installation of CODESYS runtime X2 control/X2 marine SC/BoX2 pro SC (v2.0 Build 775)
X2 Extreme SC/BoX2 Extreme SC
Installation of CODESYS runtime X2 extreme SC/BoX2 extreme SC (v2.0 Build 367)
BCS Tools can be downloaded here
https://smartstore.beijerelectronics.com/
CODESYS
CODESYS with correct settings according to the specifications described in this document can
still be used but it is recommended to use BCS Tools due to future enhancements, integration
and support.