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This document presents different ways to change the animation color of the common process library objects in EcoStruxure Automation Expert. 3 methods are presented: a simple method using the standard parameters to modify the color animation of all objects in the library. A static method using the instance properties to customize the animation color of each instance. A dynamic method to change the animation color of an object, directly from the logic. Example of dynamic color change: These methods can be applied to change the color of any graphical objects. The Solution archive example is attached ( EcoStruxure Automation Expert V22.0)

Issue When creating a CAT using multiple animated symbols or SubCats and using an instance of that CAT in a canvas, the parameters of the built-in objects are not displayed and cannot be modified. Resolution The aim of the document is to explain how to display the properties of embedded objects (animated symbols or SubCATs) in order to be able to modify them in the instance of the CAT. Disclaimer The views and opinions expressed in this article are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of Schneider Electric.

Issue How do I use EcoStruxure Machine SCADA Expert - Asset Link to create objects within EcoStruxure Machine SCADA Expert. Resolution The purpose of this document is to introduce EcoStruxure Machine SCADA Expert -Asset Link and to highlight the basic steps to pattern creation and using the software tool with EcoStruxure Machine SCADA Expert. Disclaimer The views and opinions expressed in this article are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of Schneider Electric.

Warning Hazard of Electric Shock: Remove all power from all devices before removing any covers or doors of the system. Disconnect power at the device and at the power source. Electrostatic Discharge Required: Always discharge static electricity from your person by touching metal prior to handling any hardware. Failure to do so may result in damage to devices. Potential for Data Loss: The steps detailed in the resolution of this article may result in a loss of critical data if not performed properly. Before beginning these steps, make sure all important data is backed up in the event of data loss. If you are unsure or unfamiliar with any complex steps detailed in this article, please contact Product Support for assistance. Issue This KB Article describes the integration between the EcoStruxure Hybrid DCS control platform, WW Historian and Dream Report. Resolution See the attachment for more information.

In 2019 EcoStruxure Process Expert was released with a new General Purpose Library for Situational Awareness – GPL SA - as its default library. This is a new library and while functionally like previous General Purpose Library – GPL Classic - there is no direct upgrade between the libraries. Instead the existing library is maintained and supported for existing customers. If projects or customers want to leverage the new general process library, they must migrate their project between the libraries and re-draw their graphics screens...

Issue I want more precise control of function block execution in EcoStruxure Automation Expert. Resolution The aim of this document is to provide guidance on how to create and use event chains using the two event chain function blocks, EVENTCHAINHEAD and EVENTCHAIN. Disclaimer The views and opinions expressed in this article are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of Schneider Electric.

Issue Although EcoStruxure Automation Expert comes with some standard data entry tools, I want to create different ways of entering information, similar to Microsoft Forms. Resolution This document aims to show how to use C# to create different methods of data entry. It assumes no previous knowledge of C#. Disclaimer The views and opinions expressed in this article are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of Schneider Electric.

Issue Cannot access the EcoStruxure Control Expert Security Editor tool because of SystemAdmin's password being lost or forgotten. Resolution Using the attached article its possible to clear the Security Editor database properly to enable login again. Disclaimer The views and opinions expressed in this article are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of Schneider Electric.

Issue How to leverage Microsoft Active Directory Domain Services to secure and manage access to EcoStruxure Control Expert. Resolution The aim of this article is to provide a step-by-step guide to connect Security Editor Tool to Microsoft Active Directory through LDAP in order to secure and manage access to EcoStruxure Control Expert. Disclaimer The views and opinions expressed in this article are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of Schneider Electric.

Issue EcoStruxure Machine Expert Twin Builder provides a wide range of functionality with its user interface. Customized objects are developed in catalogs and handled via catalog DLLs. In order to extend the features of the GUI it is possible to develop Plugins with C#. Typically a plugin will add buttons to the menu ribbon to trigger functionality e.g. batch import of assemblies from a file, including PLC signals. But Plugins might even extend the general features, e.g. adding OPC UA communication. Resolution Create a Plugin with Twin Developer in C# to add the custom feature to the Twin Builder GUI. See the attached article for more information. Disclaimer The views and opinions expressed in this article are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of Schneider Electric.

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