SFC Presentation

RSLogix 5000 Sequential Function Chart (SFC) & Structured Text (ST) Languages
This presentation presents the SFC & ST implementation for the Logix5000 processor.
Copyright 2002 Rockwell Automation Inc., All Rights Reserved
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Copyright 2002 Rockwell
Sequential Function Chart (SFC) Language

Available as an add-on option for RSLogix 5000 Standard or mini, and included with RSLogix 5000 Full and Professional Graphical Free-form drawing / programming environment
Place steps, transitional, simultaneous and select branches and draw connections to determine execution flow Position and Organize blocks based on application to improve readability Floating or linked text boxes provide application documentation (Stored off-line)
Embed Structured Text in transitions and actions directly

Improves readability and maintenance Eliminates extraneous routines Use ST to call routines in FBD, LD, SFC or ST when needed
Off-line editing with on-line monitoring

Display Auto-scroll keeps active step In the view to simply maintenance Works with Logix5000 engine to support upload/download of SFC routines from processor On-Line editing planned (V13)
IEC1131-3 Compliant language

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Applications for Sequential Function Chart

Sequencing of a machines states
High level program / routine execution management More flexible approach to developing sequencers Highly visual language is easy to understand Ideal for machines with repetitive operations
Execution of batch process applications Provide a foundation for motion or robotic applications using the Graphical Motion Language (GML)
Embedded Structured Text Motion commands provide streamlined development environment
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RSLogix 5000 SFC Editor

SFC Show/Hide Grid and Page Lines SFC Editor / Routine Overview SFC Runtime Autoscroll SFC Element Toolbar Specific names with backing structure tag Automatic Name Generation Monitor Tag of on-line operation Embedded Structured Text Action
SFC Routine SFC Language Editor
Quick Access Property Dialogs
Embedded Structured Text Transitional
Step Description
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SFC Graphical Drawing Environment

Unlimited drawing space provides free form editing style
Personalized place SFC elements permits chart organization to more closely follow application or physical machine Streamlines development and simplifies maintenance
Scale window to increase/decrease view size

Simplifies navigation and permits ability to monitor chart execution more readily
Spreadsheet style grid structure improves navigation (A1, B2, C3..)

Used by cross-reference to provide quick navigation Dashed lines show SFC element placement within grid (can be hidden if desired)
Dashed Cross-reference Grid
Report page boundaries displayed as solid lines within chart

Helps organize your chart based on the report outputs
Solid Report Page Boundary
SFC Elements are automatic aligned to an invisible internal grid to provide clean routine appearance
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Routine Overview Navigation

Routine overview button in editor provides birds-eyeview of full SFC routine
All SFC elements scaled to fit a reduced size window above editor Provides indication of viewable area and permits movement Lets you know your the area of the chart you are viewing and simplifies navigation within large routines
Box to indicate area in view
Move cursor to Different part of chart to change view

SFC Element Entry

Multiple methods available for SFC element entry
Pick the approach that best meets your needs
Context sensitive element toolbar provides two methods of programming

Click to insert drops element at current chart position Drag & Drop - to manually position element in chart
Element browser provides keyboard navigation

Just press [Insert] key
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SFC Language Elements

SBR/RET Passes input / output parameters to/from a chart Initial Step The start position for the chart execution Step Position within a chart that defines an operating state Action Portion of a step that defines a specific behavior Transitional Decision point to determine when a steps operation is completed Stop Termination position for a path within a chart Simultaneous Branch defines dual execution paths in a chart that are both executed at the same time Select Branch defines dual execution paths in a chart where only one path is executed
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Action SBR/RET Parameters Initial Step
Simultaneous Branch Select Branch
Transitional
Stop Element
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Intelligent SFC Connection Routing

Multiple ways to make SFC element connections
Manually wire the elements together (connect the dots) Auto-connect by placing a new element adjacent to an existing element Select the best method for your style of programming
Select and Simultaneous branches are determined automatically by the environment based on where the connections are made
Saves you time when developing the chart You can add them manually if you prefer
Auto routing of element connections

All wires run vertically and horizontally with right angles visual display of valid connection points Sticky wires stay connected when elements are moved
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SFC Element Property / Data Tags

Each of the SFC Element utilize a tag containing operational information for the block
Used to assign a name to each element (40 Character) Pre-defined SFC data-types provide specific names for element data
Steps SFC_STEP structure Actions SFC_ACTION Structure Transitional BOOL Stop SFC_STOP structure
Contain operational, status and diagnostic values

Operational Execution Timer, Executing State, First Scan, Last Scan Status / Diagnostics Execution Count, Overrun / Under-run alarms...
Simplifies access to element information, reduces training and maintenance effort
Built-in property displays simplify configuration and display operating status

Automatic SFC Tag Management

The software optionally does an automatic name generation for steps, transitions and actions
User-specified prefix for step, transition, action, and stop names Option to include SFC routine name in prefix Automatic numbering of elements Reduces typing to improve development time
If you want more control software can Prompt for Tag Name when element is added to SFC chart
Avoids extra step to create and name tags Provides more effective development workflow
Option to automatically delete tag when element is removed from chart

Eliminates program modification steps Avoids orphaned tags being left in program
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Step Elements
Unlimited number of steps in an SFC routine Step uses a tag as a control structure
40 Character name for each step, automatically generated Structure contains step configuration and status attributes Step attributes are accessible from logic
Choice of accessibility / isolation Created at program scope by default Ex: StartupLine1.PRE
Tag description provides in-line documentation

Can be modified in SFC Editor, tag editor and CSV Import/Export Display of description can be optionally disabled
Step Name Connection Points Backing Tag Comment
Configurable step timer monitors step execution

Step timer preset can be a fixed value or an expression evaluated at run time
Tag or complex calculation
View Step Attributes
View/Hide Actions Edit State
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Step Attributes and Built in Diagnostics

Structured step tag provide specific names for step configuration and properties
Includes all IEC61131-3 defined attributes and Logix5000 extensions Directly accessible via an MMI using names stored in the controller
Built in step diagnostics capabilities eliminates application code commonly added to most SFC programs
Step execution time alarms - User configurable presets or expressions for step underrun (AlarmLow) and overrun (AlarmHigh) Execution count tracks number of times Step is activated - provides immediate feedback on process execution
Datatype SFC_STEP Status : DINT; Status Field containing X,FS,SA...AlarmHi X : BOOL; Step executing bit (FS + SA + LS) FS : BOOL; First scan bit SA : BOOL; Step Active bit (Not FS or LS) LS : BOOL; Last scan bit DN : BOOL; Step Timer done, T=PRE OV : BOOL; Step timer overflow DINT Maximum AlarmEn: BOOL; Enables Hi/Low Alarming AlarmLow : BOOL; Low Step Time Alarm Fault AlarmHi : BOOL; High Step Time Alarm Fault PRE : DINT; Step timer preset, sets DN when T=PRE T : DINT; Length of time step has executed TMax : DINT; Maximum Step Time value detected Count : DINT; Number of times step activated LimitLow : DINT; Low Alarm Step Time LimitHi : DINT; High Alarm Step Time End_Datatype;
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Initial Step
Step State Bits
Step Timer Execution Count Alarms Display Options
In-line Expressions
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Initial Step Property

This step property allows you to specify the location in the chart you want to being the execution after a restart
Visualized with double border to help locate within chart Operates based on restart configuration One initial step per chart or routine Can be anywhere in the chart Same configuration as a normal step
Initial Step
Provides flexibility when setting a chart so that you can organize the routine around the application
Does not force the execution to begin at the top
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Step Actions
Unlimited number of actions per step Three types of actions:
Boolean actions are true when the action is active otherwise false
Action can be reused by multiple steps
using action tag reference State of action is logical OR of all references View Action Attributes Action Qualifier Action Name Indicator Tag
Reference routines in other languages

LD, FBD, ST, SFC
Embedded Structured Text

Eliminates need to create separate routines and improves readability Requires ST Language option
Show/Hide Actions Edit State Multiple Actions per Step Embedded Structured Text Code
Action uses a tag as a control structure
Provides a 40 character name for each action, automatically generated Structure contains action configuration and status attributes Action attributes are accessible from logic
Choice of accessibility / isolation Created at program scope by default Ex: Action_001.PRE
Indicator tag provides diagnostic monitoring while running

Action Attributes and Built in Diagnostics

Structured Action tag provide specific names for action configuration and properties
Includes IEC61131-3 defined attributes and Logix5000 extensions Directly accessible via an MMI using names stored in the controller
Built in Action execution count tracks number of times action is activated - provides immediate feedback on process execution
eliminates application code commonly added to most SFC programs Select any tag available in the local program or controller scope areas Provide run-time data-value updates to assist in debug an maintenance
Provides option to include an indicator tag displayed on the action

Configurable Execution Order

Permits easy access to Action execution order Simplifies addition of new actions or reworking scan after development is completed
Datatype SFC_ACTION
Status : DINT; A : BOOL; Q : BOOL; T : DINT; PRE : DINT; Count : DINT;
End_Datatype;
Status field containing A and Q Action is executing Active except for last scan, P0 or P1 Time accumulated based on action qualifier Time qualifier preset Number of times action activated
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Action Qualifiers
Action qualifiers determine how an action should execute
Following IEC 1131-3 definitions None (no qualifier defaults to Non-Stored) N - Non-Stored (action is active when step is active) S - Stored (Starts running when step active, continues running even after step goes inactive) R - Overriding Reset (stops a stored action) L - Time Limited (starts running when step active, stops when step goes inactive or time expires) D - Time Delayed (waits a period of time after step active and executes if step is still active) P1- Rising Edge Pulse (runs once on step activation) P0 - Falling Edge Pulse (runs once on step deactivation) P - Pulse (runs once on step activation and again on deactivation P1+P0) SL - Stored and Time limited (starts running when step active, stops when time expires) SD - Stored and Time Delayed (waits a period of time after step active runs regardless of step state and continues running even after step goes inactive) DS - Delayed and Stored (waits a period of time after step active, if step is still active, it runs continuously even after step goes inactive)
Time based action qualifiers

Qualifier preset can be a fixed value An expression evaluated at run time
Tag or complex calculation
Action Qualifier Timing
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Step / Action Preset Expression Builder

Built in expression editor simplifies creation of embedded structured text expressions for step timer preset value
Quick access to create tags, browser tags, function and operator selection lists
Permits step timer preset to be determined during step operation Provides more control over step execution with minimal effort Reduces need for external code to calculate and set the timer preset value
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Transition Elements
Unlimited number of transitions in an SFC routine Two types of transitions
Reference another routine in any ControlLogix language Embedded Structured Text
Eliminates need to create separate routines Can use to set always true / false condition
View Transition Attributes Transition Name
Transition uses a tag for state data

Tag value accessible from logic
Choice of accessibility / isolation Created at program scope by default Defined as a BOOL datatype
Transition Force State
Provides a 40 character name for each transition, automatically generated Tag description provides in-line documentation
Can be modified in SFC Editor, tag editor and CSV Import/Export Display of description can be optionally disabled
Connection Points
Embedded Condition Logic
Transition forcing overrides program logic

Similar to I/O forcing
Force multiple transitions to true / false Enable / disable all transition forces at once
Transition Forcing & Step Through Provide Chart Debug Capabilities

Transition Forcing permits each transition to be forced true / false
True Chart executes the step prior to the transition once then moves to next step False Chart scan holds on step prior to transition Enabled either with I/O or independently to provide more control over force operations
Transition Step Through option is a one shot true force of a transition

Moves chart to next step one time
Provides ability to manually override SFC execution

Monitor and debug directly from the interface Simplifies equipment startup process
On-Line toolbar Presents Force Status For Both I/O & SFC Forced Transition Logic Menu Provides Control for Both I/O & SFC Force Options
Enable both I/O and SFC Forces together from toolbar

Stop Element
The Stop Element terminates execution of a path in the SFC chart
Located at the end of the chart or on a branch leg If there are no other steps to execute, control reverts to the predefined initial step Eliminates need to provide directed link looped back to initial step
Unlimited number of stop elements Utilizes a tag to name the element, provide a comment in the chart and store diagnostic information
Activated Bit is set when Stop Element is executed Built in step execution count tracks number of times the stop is activated provides immediate feedback on process execution
Extension over IEC61131

Datatype SFC_STOP Status : DINT; Status field containing X X : BOOL; Activated Count : DINT; Number of times Stop activated End_Datatype
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SBR / RET Element

Subroutine Input / Return element provides a means of passing parameters in/out of a SFC based subroutine
SBR Specifies tag(s) to store input parameters for use in the routine RET Specifies tag(s) you want to return as output parameters Unlimited number of parameters Both atomic and compound data types supported Passed by value
Permits SFC Routines to be called from other routines within a program

Call from LD, FBD, STX and even another SFC Provides program development flexibility and supports modular programming methods
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SBR Subroutine
MCR RET Return Status

Simultaneous Branches
Executes multiple chart paths at once
Permits multiple steps to be active at one time
Unlimited number of branch legs, elements per leg and nested branches
Branch Force Right Click to Force
Flexible branch layout works they way you want it to work!

permits configuration to closely resemble process Avoids useless steps placeholders
Flexible Branching
Brach leg forcing enhances chart debug and maintenance

Permits each branch to be disabled individually Displayed in chart both off and on-line
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Select Branches
Executes one of many chart paths
Permits process based decisions to alter the execution flow Unlimited number of branch legs, elements per leg and nested branches
Execution order
Flexible branch layout works they way you want it to work!
Forced Transition
Right Click to Set Order
permits configuration to closely resemble process Avoids useless steps placeholders
Configurable evaluation order

Defaults evaluation from Left to right User defined evaluation order permits you to determine branch priority Permits changing order without reorganizing chart
Flexible Flexible Branching Branching
Transition forcing and step through provides select branch debug override
Default Left to Right User Configured
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Directed Link
Directed link permits you to shift the chart execution forward or backward to another step Optional link visualization setting
Wired to the destination step (default) Hidden wire with source / destination references to reduce wire / chart congestion Gives you control over how the link is displayed in the chart
Visible Wire Source reference
Destination reference
Right Click to Hide

Grid location
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Documenting Your SFC Routine

Text Box Free Floating Step Tag Description Text Box Anchored to Step Embedded ST Action Comment (Stored Online)
Transition Tag Description Embedded ST Transition Comment (Stored Online)

Routine Description Visibility Routine property dialog and routine tool-tip Routine Property Dialog 120 Characters Off-line L5K File N/A Tag Comments Tag editor and data monitor, optionally show/hide in SFC chart Step/ Transition property dialog, and Tag Editor 120 Characters Off-line CSV and L5K Files Moves with SFC element Text Box SFC chart Only
Text Box Anchored to Transition
Embedded ST SFC chart Action and Transition expressions SFC charts embedded ST editor Unlimited Off-line & On-line L5K File Moves with embedded ST code in SFC Element
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Modification Size Stored Import / Export Element Linkage

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SFC chart editor 64K Characters Off-line L5K File Free-floating or anchored to element
SFC Reports
Both Fit to page report and multi-page formats
Single page table of contents Enlarged view of chart sections
Report Page boundaries displayed in editor view

Configurable page settings
Supports Letter (8.5x11), Legal (8.5x14), Tabloid (11,17), A4 (210x297mm), and A3 (297x420mm) Portrait or Landscape
What you see is what you get! Simplifies development
Cross-reference grid and page numbers printed on report

Speeds up chart negotiation Links to cross reference reports
Additional element and crossreference reports provide configuration detail

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Cross-Reference
Provides a listing of any reference to a tag
Destructive and Non-destructive Direct and alias references Location where tag is accessed
LD Rung/Instruction SFC Element Grid Location FBD Block Grid Location ST Line Number
Generate reports based on cross-reference
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Search & Replace

What you can search for...
Text in tag names, comments or logic Tags
Component Alias - Will find other tags that share the same base tag as the specified tag All Aliases - Will find other tags that can reference any part of the specified tag
Language Elements (instructions) Logix edits (I/R/D)
Maintains a list of the last 10 searches to reduce effort reissue the same search Where does search operate?
Language editors Tag editor / Data monitor
Use search to locate individual references or all references at once Replace permits the selective replacement of one string for another
New Instructions for SFC

Three new Ladder Diagram (LD) and Structured Text (STX) instructions added to Logix5000 to control SFC Operations
SFR- Sequential Function Chart Reset
Resets a specific SFC chart to a specified step Active steps are post scanned by processor to reset outputs
SFP Sequential Function Chart Pause

Suspends the operation of the specified chart as long is rung is true
EOT End of Transitional

Used within a subroutine called by a transitional to indicate that a steps operation is complete
Execute these in a separate LD/ST subroutine called by an Action of a step Provides programmatic control over SFC execution
Develop code to determine machine state and automatically adjust to the appropriate SFC step to facilitate machine startup and recovery Provides consistency for applications developed in PLC-5
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Configurable SFC Execution Options

Logix5000 provides different type of execution methods to help you customize the chart control to meet specific needs
Provides more control over execution Avoids the need to create and manage additional code
Execution model Determines when chart scan terminates

Execute only active step(s) per scan Execute multiple steps in a single scan till false transition is found
Restart - Determines chart starting location for processor run mode transition
Initial step - restarts at the step you have configured as Initial Step last active restarts at the step that was active when the chart stopped
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Configurable SFC Last Scan options

Logix provides multiple options to configure a controller to selectively reset operations when an SFC step completes
Supports retentive and non-retentive operations Provides for automatic and controlled shutdown
Gives you full control of step post-scan operations so that your program operates using the most optimal method
Automatic Reset Step Post Scan Method Benefits
Automatically resets when SFC Steps transition evaluates to true CPU Resets outputs, timers and various instructions ST bit or numeric assignments using [:=] are reset to 0 No additional programming required to clear outputs Works similar to PLCs SFC Language
Programmatic Reset
Performs an additional scan of SFC Actions with LS bit set to true Utilize Step.LS bit to programmatically clear values Or utilize a falling edge P0 Action to perform programmatic reset You have control over the reset operation via the Step.LS bit Permits reset of values other than zero Allows you to leave outputs energized across multiple steps
No Reset
No more scans performed utilize a falling edge P0 Action to perform programmatic reset
Operates like programmatic but avoids overhead of Last Scan Permits reset of values other than zero Allows you to leave outputs energized across multiple steps
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SFC Off-line & On-line Support

Initially developed as an off-line development tool with on-line support monitoring and debug support
Develop programs off-line Download/upload programs to/from controller Monitor programs on-line
Active step/branch animation Auto-scroll to keep active step on display
Debug chart execution

Tag data and SFC element property changes Transition Forcing and Step Through Control Simultaneous Branch Forcing Select Branch execution order
Future on-line programming support
Initially available for hardware based Logix5000 controllers

ControlLogix5500, FlexLogix5400, CompactLogix5300, and DriveLogix5700 SoftLogix5800 support planned for future releases
RSLogix 5000 ST Language

Available as an add-on option for RSLogix 5000 Standard or mini, and included with RSLogix 5000 Professional Fully functional editor
Red Wavy Underlines annotate undefined tags or programming errors Syntactic coloring monitoring for commands, tags and comments to improves readability Instruction format tool-tips simplify code development Cut/Copy/Paste from other text editor tools
High level programming language similar to Basic, Fortran, Pascal or C

If/Then, Case, Do/While, Do/Until, and For/Next constructs Most LD and FBD Instructions supported, Including Motion and Process Call routines in FBD, LD, SFC or ST when needed
Off-Line development with on-line monitoring

Works with Logix5000 engine to support upload/download of ST routines from processor Watch-Pane auto tag list, displays operating tag values On-Line edit planned (V13)
IEC1131-3 Compliant language

Applications for Structured Text

Easily represent complex mathematical calculation Development of specialized array / table processing Creation of ASCII String protocol processing Imbedded motion control functions Inclusion of Process / Drive control functions permits specialized algorithms Provide a foundation for applications using the Reliance Automax basic language Easily convert text based Basic, C, Pascal and Fortran code to run on a Logix5000 controller
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ST Decision and Loop Constructs

IF and CASE operations determine execution
Build decisions to meet applications specific needs Combined with symbolic tags to provide self documented code
FOR, WHILE and REPEAT process repetitive operations

Build custom looping algorithms Easy way to process tables of information Performs operation of Ladder file instructions like FAL
IF <Boolean expression> THEN <statements> ELSIF <Boolean expression> THEN <statements> ELSE <statements> END_IF; FOR <initialize iteration variable> TO <final value expression> [BY <increment expression>] DO <statements> EXIT END_FOR;
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CASE <any integer or real expression> OF < selector value 1> : <statements> < selector value 2> : <statements> ELSE < statements> END_CASE; REPEAT <statements> EXIT UNTIL <Boolean expression> END_REPEAT;
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WHILE <Boolean expression> DO <statements> EXIT END_WHILE;
ST Instruction Set
Instruction set commonality with Ladder Diagram (LD) and Function Block Diagram (FBD)
Reduces learning curve Permits selection of appropriate Language for application
In line operations consistent with common text based programming languages and IEC 61131-3
Assignment operators (retentive := , non-retentive [:=]) Mathematical operations (+,-,*,/,**, Mod) Comparison operations (=, >=, <=,>,<,<>) Logical operations (AND, &, OR, NOT, XOR) Trig Functions
Automatic numeric datatype conversion reduces development time by eliminating need for temporary tags and conversion functions Supports calls to Logix5000s advanced built instruction set
Over 125+ instructions are at your disposal Advanced Motion Instructions FBD Process and Drive control blocks JSR / SBR / RET functions for routine encapsulation
The Most Comprehensive built in Instruction set in the industry

Minimizes development and reduces program debug effort
ST Instruction Programming
Multiple ways to develop structured text code to minimize program development time
Using a mouse and the Integrated Instruction Toolbar Keyboard Alt-Ins provides a instruction selection dialog complete with instruction descriptions Simply type the function name to receive formatting tool-tip
Provides instruction parameter configuration
Select the method that best meets your development needs Pop-up tool tips for Instructions and Functions simplify code development
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ST Text Syntactic Color Coding

Language statements, tag names, and comments displayed in different colors
Makes code easier to read and understand Simplifies code development Determine quickly if code will be executed or is commented out
Red wavy underlines denote invalid tags

Locate misspelled or undefined tag names Immediate feedback on programming errors
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ST Comments
Both in-line and multi-line comments supported
In-line comments provide a description for a single line of code
Beginning with // and terminate with a CRLF Can also be used to block a single line of code from execution Rockwell Automation extension to IEC61131-3
Multi-line comments provide more descriptive information for how the code performs its function
Two formats available (* comment*) or /* comment */ Can also be used to block a group of code lines from executing
Green context coloring makes comments standout from code All Structured Text comments are loaded into the controller during application download
Available on upload even if you dont have the original source Maintains program white-space, tabs, and line-feeds to preserver presentation Compressed from 70 to 80 % to minimize memory needs
ST Tag Manipulation
Multiple ways to specify tags in your code
Using a mouse you can navigate the context menu to the tag browse tool to select tags Using the keyboard, Ctrl-Space provides a tag selection window with auto-fill / tag lookup
list locates first tag with matching name
Eliminates the need to memorize tag names Reduces program development effort
ST On-Line Monitoring
ST Routine highlighted to show running status
Lets you know the processor is in run mode
Tooltips provide access to tag data values

Displays description, datatype and a snapshot of the data value Preserves routine formatting and avoids having to scroll watch pane to view a single tag
Watch Pane displays all tags referenced by the routine

Lists tags, value and descriptions Animated values change as routine executed
Tag Info tooltip
Data Values
Useful for debug and maintenance operations

Tags referenced In ST Routine
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ST Routine Execution
Each time a Structured Text routine is called (either as a subroutine or as the main routine in a program) it begins executing from the beginning of the routine (Similar to Ladder Diagram)
Code within the ST routine is executed based on the constructs used Using IF and CASE you can selectively choose the code you want to execute
Focuses the execution on specific areas of the code Helps reduces routine scan time to optimize CPU performance
Using FOR, DO UNTIL, and DO WHILE you can perform repetitive loops
Useful for processing arrays or tables The CPU watchdog timer continues while ST executes, so infinite loops will be trapped
Structured Text Transitional Instructions

In Ladder Diagram a rung state change is used to trigger various operations within instructions (timers, counters, one-shots, messaging, motion)
In ST these instructions are handled in one of two ways:

Counters, messaging and motion instructions acts as though the rung has just gone true each time they are executed in ST
May require additional code to manage the instructions execution
For timers and one-shot instructions external manipulation is required to initialize and reset
ST Pre-Scan Operation
On power-up the controller performs a pre-scan of each task to initialize instructions (outputs, non-retentive timers)
Select instructions also perform various operations during prescan Example: ONSR one-shot instruction turns off storage bit...
In ST you can use the bracketed assignment operator [:=] to force the value to be reset during pre-scan
Resets Bit tags and forces numeric tags to zero If you want tag left in last state, use the non-bracketed assignment operator := Extension over IEC61131 standard
Minimizes the amount of code you need to write to initialize your application
Provides more control over what you want retained or reset Reduces development time
SFC Post Scan Impact on ST

SFC provides an automatic reset operation
Performs a post-scan of the actions associated with a Step once the transition indicates the step is completed
Perform a controlled shutdown of the code In ladder diagram routines, output coil (OTE) instructions are turned off and non-retentive timers are reset... The SFC Automatic reset is optional and can be overridden by changing a controller property
ST code embedded in an SFC Steps action directly or ST code called via a JSR are also post scanned
Depending on the application you can control what occurs during post-scan Using the bracketed assignment operator [:=] tags are reset to zero (both Boolean and numeric tags) Using non-bracketed assignment operator := tags are left in their last state
The Automatic reset combined with the two ST assignment operators simplify program initialization
ST Off-line & On-line Support

ST programming environment is initially targeted as an off-line development tool with the ability to monitor running programs
Off-line programming ST Programs both downloaded and uploaded (with comments) Tag values in watch pane update with memory changes Tooltip provides tag snapshot Future on-line programming support
Initially available for hardware based Logix5000 controllers

ControlLogix5500, FlexLogix5400, CompactLogix5300, and DriveLogix5700 SoftLogix5800 support planned for future release
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RSLogix 5000 Multi Language Support

Fully integrated with other languages within RSLogix 5000
Exists as part of RSLogix 5000, uses existing database, menu structure, controller organizer, I/O configuration, etc. Available as an option to mini and standard versions and included with Professional
LD, FBD, SFC, ST routines can co-exist with other routine types in the same controller
A routine of any language can call other SFC, ST, LD or FBD routines
Works with Logix5000 engine to support upload/download of routines from processor

All languages are are native to Logix5000
IEC1131-3 Compliant languages
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Acquiring SFC / ST
The SFC and ST Languages are available in two forms
Add on option for RSLogix 5000 Mini Edition (9324RLD200ENE) and Standard Edition (9324RLD300ENE)
9324-RLDSFCE Sequential Function Chart Language Option 9324-RLDSTXE Structured Text Language Option 9324-RLDMLPE Multi-Language Pack Option (Includes FBD, SFC, and STX) Permits you to purchase just the language(s) you need
Included with RSLogix 5000 Full Edition (9324RLD600ENE) and Professional Edition 9324RLD700NXENE
All languages are included (LD, FBD, SFC, and ST) Purchase all languages from a single catalog number
New RSLogix 5000 Full Edition

Complete version of RSLogix 5000
Will Support all Logix5000 Controllers Provides all of the capabilities of the Standard Edition and includes support for all optional programming languages
Function Block Diagram (FBD) Sequential Function Chart (SFC) Structured Text (STX)
RSNetWorx and RSLogix Emulate5000 are available separately
Targeted SIs and Large End Users needed multiple languages and already own RSNetWorx
Existing users of Mini and Standard can get the same capabilities as the Full Edition by purchasing the separate language options
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RSLogix 5000 Packages / Options

RSLogix 5000 Enterprise Series bundles / options Logix5000 Controllers Supported Ladder Diagram Function Block Diagram1, 2 9324-RLDFBDENE Sequential Function Chart1, 2 9324-RLDSFCE Structured Text1, 2 9324-RLDSTXE PIDE Autoune 9323-ATUNEENE RSLinx RSNetWorx CNet & Dnet 9357-ANETL3 Drive Executive Lite 9303-4DTE01ENE 1756-MVI SW Dev Toolkit Functionality / Value 1. 2. Mini Edition 9324-RLD200ENE CompactLogix530 0 FlexLogix5400 Included Separate Option Separate Option Separate Option Separate Option Lite Included Separate Option Separate Option Separate Option Limited Standard Edition 9324-RLD300ENE All Included Separate Option Separate Option Separate Option Separate Option Lite Included Separate Option Included Separate Option Standard/Network 9324-RLD300NXENE All Included Separate Option Separate Option Separate Option Separate Option Lite Included Included Included Separate Option Full Edition 9324-RLD600ENE All Included Included Included Included Separate Option Lite Included Separate Option Included Included Professional Edition 9324-RLD700ENE All Included Included Included Included Separate Option Pro Included Included Included Included Maximum
Able to upload and download without option. Must purchase option to view, edit and print routines in this language 9324-RLDMLPE Multi-Language pack includes FBD, SFC, and STX
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RSLogix 5000 Sequential Function Chart (SFC) & Structured Text (ST) Languages

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Sequential Function Chart (SFC) Language

Embed Structured Text in transitions and actions directly

Off-line editing with on-line monitoring

IEC1131-3 Compliant language

Applications for Sequential Function Chart

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RSLogix 5000 SFC Editor

SFC Routine SFC Language Editor

Quick Access Property Dialogs

Embedded Structured Text Transitional

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SFC Graphical Drawing Environment

Scale window to increase/decrease view size

Spreadsheet style grid structure improves navigation (A1, B2, C3..)

Report page boundaries displayed as solid lines within chart

Routine Overview Navigation

Move cursor to Different part of chart to change view

SFC Element Entry

Context sensitive element toolbar provides two methods of programming

Element browser provides keyboard navigation

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SFC Language Elements

Action SBR/RET Parameters Initial Step

Simultaneous Branch Select Branch

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Intelligent SFC Connection Routing

Auto routing of element connections

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SFC Element Property / Data Tags

Contain operational, status and diagnostic values

Simplifies access to element information, reduces training and maintenance effort

Built-in property displays simplify configuration and display operating status

Automatic SFC Tag Management

Option to automatically delete tag when element is removed from chart

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Tag description provides in-line documentation

Configurable step timer monitors step execution

View Step Attributes

View/Hide Actions Edit State

Step Attributes and Built in Diagnostics

Step State Bits

Step Timer Execution Count Alarms Display Options

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Initial Step Property

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Reference routines in other languages

Embedded Structured Text

Action uses a tag as a control structure

Indicator tag provides diagnostic monitoring while running

Action Attributes and Built in Diagnostics

Provides option to include an indicator tag displayed on the action