30x faster and twice the memory for the same low price

The Unitronics Jazz is the fully functional PLC with a two line 16 character text display and has just had three new models added to it’s range. The Jazz 2 is 30 x faster and has double the memory, rising from 24k to a massive 48k.
All for a starting price of £99.00

PLC with built-in text display, Keypad, and on board I/O
Replace that “smart relay” with a real PLC – for the same low price.  Jazz™ is a full-function programmable logic controller with onboard I/O and a built-in operator panel.  Jazz™ is specifically designed to control small machines, and to perform simple-to-medium automation tasks.  Compact and economical, Jazz™ enables you to use a low-budget unit without compromising on features and technology.

 

Unitronics Training Webinars.
These will cover various topics, and will be performed by the Unitronics support team, offering a great opportunity to get acquainted with some of the high level features of Unitronics PLC + HMI’s.

 

4th June 2013 – Jazz 2 (including Ethernet module *NEW* )
18th June 2013 – Security features with Unitronics products.
7th May 2013 – Remote Operator (sorry you missed this one)
21st May 2013 – SD card & SD Suite (sorry you missed this one)
Learn from the comfort of your desk, make yourself a large cup of coffee and unplug your phone. Learning new features and benefits doesn’t get much easier than this.

Electronic Circuit Protection & Monitor.
PISA11 protection units can be used to cost-effectively protect 4 branch circuits using just one power supply and one PISA module.

 

Don’t reinvent the wheel!
When you install the Unitronics programming software this includes a comprehensive set of example programs covering all aspects of Vision and U90 Ladder functions.  These example programs can be opened by selecting Help > Examples from the Visilogic or U90 Ladder software.
The examples split into two general areas, those which demonstrate how to use the PLC functions, such as maths or comparisons, and those which show how to configure applications, such as sending SMS messages or logging data to an SD card.Wheel
If the example program that you need is written for the wrong type of PLC then simply Project > Export the PLC subroutines and then Project > Import them into a project for the correct PLC type.
These small programs really work and can save huge amounts of development time as you learn from the experience of others.
And if need further assistance then you can always ask us!

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Unitronics webinars

We are happy to inform you that we are launching a series of Unitronics webinars.

These will cover various topics, and will be performed by the Unitronics support team, offering a great opportunity to get acquainted with some of the high level features of Unitronics PLC + HMI’s.

7th May 2013 – Remote Operator
21st May 2013 – SD card & SD Suite
4th June 2013 – Jazz 2 (including Ethernet module *NEW* )
18th June 2013 – Security features with Unitronics products.

Learn from the comfort of your desk, make yourself a large cup of coffee and unplug your phone. Learning new features and benefits doesn’t get much easier than this.

If you want to find out more please contact us webinar@i4automation.net

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DC Drive replacement

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Unitronics is proud to announce that the V570-57-T20B-J has won the Control Engineering 2013 Engineers’ Choice Award in the category of Hardware – Integrated HMI Controllers.

Unitronics is proud to announce that the V570-57-T20B-J has won the Control Engineering 2013 Engineers’ Choice Award in the category of Hardware – Integrated HMI Controllers.Hardware - Integrated HMI controllers: A full PLC with an integrated 5.7-in. flat fascia, color-touchscreen HMI. This is a Control Engineering 2013 Engineers' Choice Award winner.

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VisiLogic 9.5.0

VisiLogic 9.5.0

·         Chinese/Japanese/Korean HMI support (Enhanced Vision only)
These double-byte languages are supported by a new fixed text element: Text Image.

·         New Alarm Screens for V1040/V1210 (Enhanced Vision)
These are attractively designed and make good use of the Big Vision screens.

New Alarm Pages

Great NEW features

·         New Alarm option: List Alarm Configuration (Enhanced Vision only)
Previous to the version, Alarms were always displayed according to their ID numbers.  You can now choose to display Alarms in the order in which they activate.

·         Import/Export HMI Displays–now with Jump Conditions
A .vld file now includes Jump conditions.

·         Graphic Images
PNG and CMYK format are now supported.

·         String Library
A new Get Next button on the library toolbar enables you to jump to the next unoccupied line.

·         Trend HMI Element: Curve Name (V1040/V1210 )
This now supports up to 22 characters for display on the HMI screen.

·         HMI Properties Window
Use the Tab to move between properties.

·         Download Modes Warning (Enhanced Vision only)
Users are now warned that the PLC battery must be in place and functional in order to carry out Download.

·         Signature Log
Now contains a new column: Download Type.

·         Operand Values: Connection> Import/Export Operand Values to File
Enables you to take a ‘snapshot’ of operand values.

·         Ladder Function: Fill Vector
Now supports all bit operand types.

·         MODBUS IP: Slave Address via Operand
To indirectly provide a Slave ID number, click the Slave ID cell and link an operand.

·         CANopen: Change COB ID
You can now indirectly provide the ID via operand.

·         New CRC type
Fletcher has been added to the algorithm list.

·         New System Operands
These include:
o   SB 112:  On-Board USB port detected
o   SB 111: (V560 only) Disable Virtual Keypad
o   SB 178: ( V130/V350 only) Profibus Card Detected
o   SI 246: (V1210/V1040 only) Improve Display of Complex HMI elements. 1- 30
o   SDW 49 Signature Log Checksum

Download it now, full working copy is FREE http://www.i4automation.co.uk/visilogic.aspx

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Introducing Jazz® 2

Twice the Power ! 30x the Speed ! Same Low Price
NEW high speed simple PLC+HMI
Meet the first member of the Jazz 2 series, the JZ20-R31. This game-changing model is thirty times faster, has twice the memory, and yet sells for the same low price as the JZ10-11-R31.

In addition to all the core features, JZ20-R31 comes with the following enhancements:

•    More than 30 times faster performance
•    Double the memory size for Ladder code and OS
•    Built in mini-USB programming port
•    Future support for external Ethernet port, details will be announced at a later date

When Can I Get One? NOW we have stock!

The unit is already available in stock. Full availability will be reached during April.

What U90Ladder version is compatible with Jazz 2?

U90Ladder 6.30 and up.

What about my existing applications for JZ10-11-R31?

Jazz® 2 offers the same look, dimensions, wiring, and functional behaviour!
Update your existing project to use Jazz® 2 in three steps:
1.    Open the application.
2.    Select the new model in Hardware Configuration.
3.    Save the application.

When will the JZ10-11-R31 offer expire?

We will accept purchase orders submitted before August 31st.

Separate notice will be issued to announce the availability of JZ20-R10 & JZ20-R16.

Data sheets and more information coming soon!

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Project: Automation and SCADA System for Water Treatment Plant

Industry: Water & Waste Water

Customer: Water Companies

Vision560™, Vision1040™ + 300 I/O

Automation and SCADA System for Water Treatment Plant

Project: Automation and SCADA System for Water Treatment Plant

PLC: Vision560™, Vision1040™ + 300 I/O

Application: The automation system permits the ability to real time monitor the process and complete control of the Water Treatment Plant. All the field equipment is connected to the PLCs: pressure, temperature and flow transducers, the power controller and the control valves. The software application from the PLC has PID loops and permits to exchange the values of the parameters with other devices from the automation system. The PLC is connected and communicates with the Citect SCADA system via UNI OPC Server.

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Modbus communications

Just a quick reminder that all Unitronic OPLC’s can be either a master or a slave on a Modbus network.  All products support Modbus RTU over either RS485 or RS232 and if you fit an Ethernet card then Modbus TCP is also available.

We are happy to assist in developing communications to new devices however training courses can be provided to those who wish to write their own applications.  Some of the devices we have connected to are listed below.

  • Dungs MPA4112 automatic burner controller
  • Deep Sea 9470 battery charger
  • Computronic Sentinel 300P battery charger
  • Carlo Gavazzi VMU-E DC energy analyser unit
  • Mitsubishi Electric D700 inverter
  • Industrial Interface Z-PORT-RS Isoslice gateway
  • Allen Bradley Micrologix PLC

Please feel free to contact us on 01480 395256 or email us here

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Put more fibre in your control diet…

SPECIAL OFFER
we’d like to let you know about our special offer on fibre optic amplifiers. Plus we have training updates and Technical Top Tip’s for getting the most from your programming software…

SensoPart amplifier & controller special offer

Market leading with German reliability and packed with features.

Fibre Optic Amplifiers from SensoPart Germany.

Sensopart Fibre Optic Sensors
We have teamed up with SensoPart UK to give you the opportunity for a very special deal. To enable customers to try our fibre optic amplifiers we have crashed the prices and given you the choice of three packages.

Sensor amplifier & controller plus a choice of fibres and control cable. All you need to get started for £99.99.
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Why not have 2 copies of Visilogic running at the same time? It’s easy…

Technical Top TipRun two copies of Visilogic on the same machine
Run two programming sessions at the same time!
It’s really useful to compare two programmes, follow this simple guide and you can run two independent instances of the Visilogics programming software on the same PC at the same time.
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Either in the class room or on line, we have low cost options to get you started quickly…

Training
Webinar on PID and Autotune on February 27th. So if you want to sit at your desk and

All ready for the training on Visilogic and Unitronics range of combination PLC and HMI's

All ready for the training on Visilogic and Unitronics range of combination PLC and HMI’s

learn from the comfort of your PC, please drop me a line to book your place.
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Alternatively we run regular training sessions, grouping people of similar ability together so the pace suits either first time users or experienced programmers. Keeping groups small and offering hands on training we cater for people of all experiences.
More information

Mitsubishi Programming Cables
Tried and tested USB & Serial in stock. Order on line.
More information

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Unitronics Visilogic Training Course at i4 Automation

The two and three day courses are designed such that a beginner may start on day one and then progress to days two and three, however, if someone with previous experience only wishes to cover the topics on day two or three then these days can be booked in isolation. Course fees include tea and coffee plus a buffet lunch on the day and are per day per person.
Intended content
Hardware variations
Visilogic menu’s
Data tables
SD Cards
Buttons & Lights
Timers
Subroutines
Passwords
Screen jumps
Ethernet configuration
Modbus via Serial ports
Sending SMS via GSM
Simple Web Server
Remote access software
Trending
Analogue inputs
Alarms
String Libraries
Maths functions
Feb dates still have a few places

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