Downloading the sample program to the processor – ProSoft Technology MVI56E-GSC/ GSCXT User Manual
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MVI56E-GSC ♦ CompactLogix or MicroLogix Platform
User Manual
Enhanced Generic ASCII Serial Communication Module
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ProSoft Technology, Inc.
May 9, 2014
2 Connect the straight connector end of the cable to the serial port on your
computer.
1.12 Downloading the Sample Program to the Processor
Note: The key switch on the front of the ControlLogix processor must be in the REM
or PROG
position.
1 If you are not already online with the processor, in RSLogix 5000 open the
Communications
menu, and then choose D
OWNLOAD
.
RSLogix 5000 will
establish communication with the processor. You do not have to download
through the processor's serial port, as shown here. You may download
through any available network connection.
2 When communication is established, RSLogix 5000 will open a confirmation
dialog box. Click the D
OWNLOAD
button to transfer the sample program to the
processor.
3 RSLogix 5000 will compile the program and transfer it to the processor. This
process may take a few minutes.