Trace block
Short summary
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Trace |
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Category |
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Graphical interface |
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Functionality
Use the Trace block in order to forward the connected character string to the following locations:
the console of the →runtime system
The console of the runtime system is a command prompt that is opened when the runtime system is started and it displays the messages of the runtime system.
the PLC Logging view of logi.CAD 3 – The advantage of this view is that its content is listed in tabular form.
Inputs
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Identifier |
Description |
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Inputs: |
Msg |
STRING |
message to be forwarded |
Input EN and output ENO are available when →calling the block. See "Execution control: EN, ENO" for information on input EN and output ENO.
See:
"Blocks for safe logic" whether this block is supported for developing safety-relevant applications.
"Highlighting safe logic in the FBD-editor" for the effects when using the block as a block for safe logic .
Example for usage within ST-editor
At present, there is no example.
When creating your application within the ST-editor, enter a call of a block by typing the text as requested by the syntax or use Content Assist.