Deck 8: Programming a PLC

Question 1

The function or functions of the processor that can be locked out with the key switch or by using passwords are fairly standard and are the same from PLC to PLC.

Answer 1

False

Question 2

Most PLCs are designed so that any input contact (N.O. or N.C.) or output coil can be Forced On or Off.

Answer 2

True

Question 3

What is the first step in the programming process?

Answer 3

The first step is to program the STOP button.

Question 4

When entering addresses, the ____________________ can be used instead of the colon (:).

Question 5

Explain off-line programming and its benefits.

Question 6

With a ControlLogix 1756-L62 processor, controllers can be placed in any slot, but it is not possible to place multiple controllers in the same chassis.

Question 7

The RSLogix software gives a(n) ____________________-Use a Larger Power Supply warning when the mix of I/O requires a larger power supply than has been selected.

Question 8

Explain the following message:  "Wildcard" type output detected - an estimate has been made but actual results may vary due to the large variances in different output card types.

Question 9

When programming using a personal computer and specialized software, a(n) ____________________ may be used to limit the access to the processor program.

Question 10

The Output symbol with a (?) indicates that the symbol needs a(n) ____________________.

Question 11

Once a program is complete, it should be tested while still in the Off-Line mode.

Question 12

To prevent unauthorized On-Line programming, a key switch is provided, either on the programming device or on the processor, to restrict the access to a monitor-only mode, or to Off-Line and monitor-only mode.

Question 13

____________________ programming means that the program is being developed without being connected to the process or driven equipment.

Question 14

How do you verify the correctness of a project in the RSLogix software?

Question 15

Describe the RSLogix software window after the processor information has been stored.