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Hello everyone, We would like to highlight that there are some available seats for Virtual Classes in Q3 of Y2025 in our Machine Automation training team as below, come and join us!!! EcoStruxure...
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M172* downloading application code faster

Hi, I am developing an application on a TM172PDG18R. Updating only the main application (~500KB, using the 'Download PLC Code' button) takes over a minute on Modbus TCP with a direct connection from ...
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BACnet Binary Value/Input on M172 PLC

I need to share values from my PLC over BACnet and I have the analog working as I imported the "AI" template, but there is no template for "BI", only "BV". When I try to change from BV to BI the drop d...
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M172 plc system bit

I need to activate the bit when the power is cut off and comes back on in the M172 plc. Is there such a system bit in the M172 plc? I would be very happy if you could help.
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Fan management - variable speed and fixed speed fans

When using compressor racks with both variable speed and fixed speed compressors - which is the most used scenario- the CompMgmtVS FB has the built in logic to handle this setup. A similar setup is ...
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M172 - Logger and String Libraries

Hi, Does anyone know where I can get a copy of the String and Logger libraries for EcoStuxure HVAC?
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M172 with HMIET6400x

Hello!I have a M172P 42I/O controller along with HMIET6400x. I want to simulate both plc and hmi to check data flow since I have no access to controller and HMI. The PLC when simulated runs TCPIP in lo...
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I started a project with a M172 PLC and a M172DCL Display using Modbus. I don't have the hardware yet but I have the project almost built. I keep receiving the below error when attempting to compile. I...
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Hello, I would like to retrieve a BACnet value (PresentValue) from another BACnet controller. How can I create a BACnet reference? e.g.: for [178150][5,2] (Device)(Bin.-Val.,2). - on a TM172PDG18R - wi...
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Hello, I would like to make some settings pages on M172 embedded display to which user gain acces after entering correct password and after 5 minutes of idle state it would log off/go to main page. I...
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