Detailed description
2.11 General conditions and NC-VAR_Selector
Basic logic functions: PLC basic program solution line (P3 sl)
Function Manual, 11/2006, 6FC5397-0BP10-2BA0
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Generate
Under this menu item, the STEP 7 file from the selected variable list with extension ".awl" is
set.
A file is generated when "Select" is clicked:
An .awl file that can be used as an input for the STEP 7 compiler.
A window opens, in which path and name for the .awl file to be generated must be specified
for the file to be saved.
In STEP 7 project
The generated AWL file is transferred to a selectable SIMATIC project (program path) and
compiled. Furthermore, the symbol can also be transferred. This function is available from
STEP 7 version 5.1 onwards. This process takes a longer time owing to the call of STEP 7.
Before transferring a new AWL file the file window of the AWL file is to be closed in the
KOP/FUP/AWL-Editor.
Option menu item
The following can be selected under the "Option" menu item:
• The current language
• The mode for alias input (always/>24 characters)
Help menu item
The information below can be viewed by selecting the corresponding submenu item:
• The Operator's Guide
• The Description of Variables
The copyright and the version number can also be displayed.
2.11.2.3 Startup, installation
The Windows application "NC Var selector" is installed using the SETUP program supplied
with the package.
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