Using Modbus TCP in a Tag-based Environment
Modbus remains the de facto standard for communications between devices from multiple manufacturers. But Modbus is a register-based protocol - how do we apply it in a variable/tag-based logic environment? We will explore this, and provide you with practical guidance when utilizing this versatile protocol, even as you modernize your programming approach.
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Table of Contents:
00:00 - Intro
02:53 - Agenda
04:08 - Quick Modbus Review
05:00 - Modbus Data Model
06:23 - Challenges with Variables & Modbus
08:12 - Cscape Variable-based Strategy
17:48 - Demo - Variables & Modbus Server
24:50 - Demo - Variables & Modbus Client