Using the High_Speed_Counter technology object
3.4 Add technology object
Counting, measurement and position detection
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Add technology object
Add technology object in the project navigator
When a technology object is added, an instance DB is created for the instruction of this
technology object. The configuration of the technology object is stored in this instance DB.
Requirement (TM Count and TM PosInput)
A project with a CPU S7-1500 has been created.
Requirement (Compact CPU)
A project with a Compact CPU S7-1500 has been created.
To add a technology object, proceed as follows:
1. Open the CPU folder in the project tree.
2. Open the "Technology objects" folder.
3. Double-click on "Add new object".
The "Add new object" dialog opens.
4. Select the "Counting and measurement" technology.
5. Select the "High_Speed_Counter" object.
6. Enter an individual name for the technology object in the "Name" text box.
7. Click "Additional information" if you want to add your own information to the technology
object.
8. Confirm with "OK".