Micromod Micro-DCI: 53MC5000 Multi-Loop Process Controller CUSTOMIZATION GUIDE - Manual (Page 6)

1.0 INTRODUCTION TO CUSTOMIZATION
1.1 Description
The
MicroMod Automation MICRO-DCI ®
53MC5000
PCS is a microprocessor based controller
that can be easily adapted for service in a variety of control applications common to industrial
processes. The Controller is normally configured for a particular application by selecting one of the
standard programs that are stored in ROM (read only memory) . Typically, the selected program
consists of a sequence of input, output and display data assignment statements that are combined
with standard subroutines and conditional statements as appropriate to configure Controller opera-
tion for a specific control application. The Controller is then customized by entering system parame-
ters for the particular control loop, as discussed in Instruction Bulletin 53MC5000.
In the event a control application does not conform with one of the selectable standard programs
provided in the 53MC5000 Controller, the Controller can be customized by use of a high-level
programming language called F-TRAN (an acronym for Flexible Translator language) or through the
configuration of F-CIM (Flexible Control Interconnection Modules) . This manual describes the rules
for use of both of these methods by means of explanations and examples. However, because of the
versatile nature of this programmable instrument, no attempt is made to cover all possible configura-
tions or applications. In fact, the user may discover new applications by applying this simple but
powerful programming method to process functions other than control.
Before any attempt is made to write a special program for the Controller, it is recommended that the
programmer become thoroughly familiar with the use and operation of the instrument and any
peripheral equipment involved. This will aid in understanding what functions or operations are
hardware related, the limits of Controller capability, and whether or not auxiliary devices must be
considered in configuration. With this knowledge, programmers need only be concerned with writing
the application software peculiar to their needs.
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