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Good morning everyone, thank you for joining us on this webinar on our new CPUs It’s roughly about 15 15 minutes presentation, but if you have any questions, feel free to put them in and we can get them at the end Hello and welcome to today’s webinar.
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Let’s take a look at our agenda for today We are going to start with a quick review of our corner controller lines Just to remind everybody what our main product lines are and now we are going to talk about the new micro lines line of modular controls is while we are calling these new CPUs, we will go through the features and functions.
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We will talk about some of the analytical industry and we will finish with a Q &A session.
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Let’s start with a quick reminder of the Horner product line.
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Our all-in-one controller is a component that combines the functionality of a traditional PLC with a built-in touchscreen, typically with built-in I.O.
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and lots of connectivity options.
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All are configured and programmed with a single free all-in-one software package.
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We have three primary all-in-one controller product lines.
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We have the Micro OCS series, which is what we would call our entry level, but from a functionality standpoint, it has a lot more functionality than a lot of entry level products out there in the market today.
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So this is our most affordable product line, and then we have our XL prime series.
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So the XL prime was designed so any existing users of XL series could easily transition to a product line, which was a seamless transition with almost no work.
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We modernized an internal component.
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So even though it looks the same on the outside it eliminated things like rechargeable batteries and it allows us to continue to manufacture the products for years and years to come.
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So that is our XL Prime series and then our Canvas series is our top end.
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This is where we have our newest technology, a dual core processor that has one core dedicated for logic and networking and the other one for graphics.
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It has the most advanced graphics that we offer so those are our three primary all among controller lines so this product line does not have a screen it is called the RCC.
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So RCCs are for all intents and purposes traditional micro PLCs and we currently have four models total but three are general purpose so that is the only series we offer today without any kind of screen.
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We have our launch of the new micro modular controllers and they are called micro modular controllers because they fit nicely into the micro family or the micro line of products that we already sell.
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So even though these products do not have screens on them or touch screens, the specifications, the connectivity, the programmability and the pricing levels are common with the existing micro line.
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They have plenty of memory built-in, more than your typical micro product and more built-in IO than you will find with a lot of similar One of the models we will talk about in details has quite a bit of I.O. built into it.
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Both models have the ability to add more I.O.
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through local expansion through a back-plan connector right on the side of the unit so these products are geared towards applications that do not need a screen.
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Let’s take a look at one of the two new models we are releasing, the Micro-CPU 250.
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This unit includes several key hardware features on the front including a micro SD slot for data login, field program loading without a laptop and other standard functions.
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For direct programming it uses a USB-C port, which is expected modern standard.
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The micro CPU 250 also features an internal port, two series ports on a single connector and a CAN port.
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Consisting of other models in the micro family such as X4, X7 and X10, it supports both 12 volts and 24 volts power input, which is a step above the micro OCS touch screens, for only 10 inch models supports 12 volts.
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Because the CPU 250 does not include a local screen, a selector switch is included for toggling between run to stop modes and also for loading a program from the memory card.
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The switch can be disabled through a seascape software if needed.
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The unit includes 34 built-in input and output points, and one not visible in product photos.
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Each terminal on the strip includes LED light pipe to indicate I.O. activity.
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In addition, the built-in I.O. users can connect up to 7 OCS I.O.
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modules directly to the unit through a back-plan connector which comes in the box allowing flexible I.O. customization.
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The smaller counterpart of the CPU-200 is identical in design and functionality but does not include any built-in I.O.
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making it ideal for applications that require fully modular I.O. configuration using up to 7 OCS I.O. modules.
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Before we examine the built-in I.O.
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let’s first look at the memory capabilities of both the CPU 250 and CPU 200 from the logic standpoint.
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These models offer more functionality than typical micro series units such as the X4, X7 or X10.
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Particularly in terms of memory for logic programs and variable data.
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Each unit provides 2 megabytes of program memory at least twice, and in many cases 4 times the capacity of standard microcontrollers.
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In addition, they support 50 ,000 word type variables and 16 ,000 boolean variables, offering room for data and control logic.
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This ensures space even for advanced applications involving large-scale data logging.
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The internal memory both 32-bit and 64-bit floating-point operations are supported along with 8 PID loops, giving each CPUs computing and logic processing capabilities.
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Now let’s take a closer look at the built-in I.O.
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on the CPU250, which includes a total of 34 I.O. points.
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The first four inputs can function as standard 12 or 24 volts DC inputs or can be configured for high-speed operations or up and down to its license supportive to 500 kHz high-speed counting just like any micro series. The next four inputs are standard DC inputs raised to 12 or 24 volts.
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Following these 8 flexible inputs that can be individually configured as standard 12V, 24V or even 5V digital input or as analog inputs either 4-20mA or 0-10V based on the application needs, this allows for configurations ranging from 16 digital inputs and 0 analog inputs to 8 digital and 8 analog inputs for any combination in between with all 12-bit resolution on the analog side.
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On the output side, the CPU-250 includes two high-speed DC outputs which can function as standard outputs or can be used for functions like PWM or pulse-train outputs.
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In addition, these are eight standard DC outputs which is a half an amp, solid state and short circuit protected. The final eight outputs are analog.
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Four provides zero to ten volts and four supports four to twenty milliamps, offering strong support for process-orientated applications.
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Together the unit can support up to eight analog inputs, eight analog inputs and eight ID loops, making it ideal for complex process applications.
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The built-in I.O.
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as well as the increased logic and variable memory is designed to ensure that CPU 250 will eventually serve as a full replacement for existing RCC units in the field.
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Now if you need I.O. other than what is built in, you can add up to 7 OCS I.O.
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modules to the CPU 250 or the CPU 200 either one.
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Because of the OCS IO product line includes a wide range of available modules and has been on the market for several years, it provides an expansion options for the CPU 250 and CPU 200.
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Although modules are still in development, variety of IO types are These include modules for expanding digital IO multiple options for relay outputs used for applications requiring mechanical switching and 16-bit analog input modules designed for precise measurements from temperature sensors such as thermocouples or RTDS.
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This flexibility allows users to tailor their system to meet specific applications and needs by interrogating the appropriate combination of OCS-IO.
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The connectivity capabilities of the Micro CPU 250 and the CPU 200 are for all particular purposes.
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Identical to those found in the Micro OCS series, each unit includes a built-in serial port that supports Modbus RTU Communication, functioning either as a master or a slave, it also supports ASCII protocols, allowing an interrogation with barcode readers and serial printers for applications such as receipt printing.
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Over internet, the CPUs support standard protocols including internet slash IP as server or IO device, not as a scanner.
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and Modbus TCP as both client and server.
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On the CAN network, the units include built-in CSCAN support for internal unit communication or remote I.O. expansion, while up to 7 I.O. modules can be connected locally.
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Users can also add multiple additional racks of remote I.O. via CSCAN.
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for an Automative or Heavy Equipment applications.
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The J1939 protocol support is in the final development stages and is expected to be available within the next few months.
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CANOPEN is also supported providing a standardised fieldbus interface, ideal for motion control and similar applications.
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WebMY is also available through a license enabling remote monitoring and control through a web browser on either desktop or mobile device.
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Finally, the OCS360 cloud connectivities will soon be added for the micro series including CPU250 and CPU200 alongside existing support for modules such as X4, X7 and X10.
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A subscription is required for cloud services as a standard practice making CPUs highly versatile in terms of connectivity and remote control and remote access options.
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As previously mentioned, the plan is to support customers in immigrations from the RACC series to the CPU250 based on the IO capabilities shown in the comparison chart.
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CPU250 includes types and quantities of IO to serve as a direct replacement of any of the standard RCC modules.
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Regardless of which RCC module is currently in use, the CPU250 can serve as a functional equivalent, with the exception of RCC6512, which is a specialized high-speed counter However, a new high-replacement high-speed counter module for OCS-IO is currently in development and will soon be available.
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This module offers advanced high-speed counting functionality that exceeds what is built into the micro CPUs enabling full replacement capabilities even for more demanding applications.
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In terms of the markets and applications, CPU250 and CPU200 are highly flexible and suitable for a wide range of industries as powerful and versatile PLCs.
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They can be used in nearly any environment where programmable logic control is required.
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They are well-stated for OEM equipment, particularly when compact design and integrated features are important.
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Their built-in analog capabilities will make them ideal for process-orientated applications such as water and wastewater treatment, early culture, food and beverage processing, and oil and gas, with no limitations beyond application-specific requirements.
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These controllers can be deployed across virtually any industrial sector.
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In terms of software, version 10.1 of Cscape with service pack 1 is a requirement, version for working with CPU 250 and CPU 200, on a later versions will also be compatible so if you are viewing this at a later date, ensure you are using version 10.1 service pack 1 or newer for full support and functionality with these controls.
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This launch represents just the first step in a broader expansion of our modular controller lineup in the Canvas and Micro series.
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Over the coming months, several new modular controllers will be introduced and one of the most exciting developments in the next phase is the additional of a touch screen component.
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Unlike traditional HMIs that require a separate configuration of programming, this new touchscreen will be a plug and play module that can be physically mounted and connected to the front of the CPU using a single cable.
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The result is fully functional all in one control solution that remains completely modular.
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Users will have flexibility to position the touchscreen, controller and IO modules independently while programming everything as a single unified OCS project as they would with the existing systems.
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That concludes our webinar for today.
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Thank you so much for listening and the Q &A session will begin shortly.
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Okay we will be following up with another webinar next week on this sort of registration that gives up as always if you’d like to and learn some more about these.
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I don’t see any questions with you but feel free to get in touch if you do have questions. I think we can leave it there then.
Thank you all for joining us and we’ll see you next time
