gf_eXpress
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The adoption of XML format for describing the configuration data of each device makes it easy to expand the catalogue and its
parameters.
The selected product can be configured:
• by exploiting a sub-set of defined parameters
• by using a guided graphic interface with context menu
The creation of custom parameterisation menus with a limited sub-set of data is provided to improve and increase the effectiveness
of device configuration.
GF_eXpress is based on HTML technology. Its graphics and contents are intuitive and easy to use.
Multilanguage support is provided for the interface and description of configuration parameters.
The use and support of UNICODE format for multilanguage management allows integration of languages that use special characters
(Chinese, Korean, Russian, etc.).
GF_eXpress also provides the following functions:
» Autoscan
Configuration of parameters for connection to the device for parameter downloading can be done manually or with
autoscan.
The Autoscan function automatically searches for the device connected to the development PC, sending serial commands
that identify the communication type and parameters.
» Monitor Window
By activating the connection with the device, you can display the value of each parameter in real time on the configuration
pages.
In addition to value display, the Monitor Window function lets you change parameters in real time.
» Recipes
Saves and files a list of parameters. This function lets you manage identical configurations on different devices or
transmission of configurations among different users.
» Oscilloscope
Monitors up to 8 curves simultaneously. The reference value on the displayed curve can be selected from all available
variables in the selected device.
» Print
Prints the displayed or selected variables. The Print function includes a preview.
» Widzard
Easy and fast help to the configuration, which is based on a structured selection of parameters in graphic style
» Multilanguage messagges editor (series 650 controller)
Configuration of 25 customizable messages used by the 3 languages with runtime selection
» Programmer graphic editor (series 650 controler)
Graphic safe and easy configuration of programmer parameters (SP, times, HBB,
groups and events PID).
Graphical display of the temperature profile for a quick program check.
» Editor blocchi logici (series 650 controller)
16 logic blocks (AND, OR, NOT and TIMER) allow to create applications associated
with external events, logic inputs, internal states of PID control for a simple machine
automation.
The graphic style interface provides a smart and efficient tool for the configuration of
the 16 logical blocks available.