Nexto XF #04 – Getting to Know the TreeView - ConfigurationBus

This tutorial will present what is contained in the Configuration tab of the TreeView of a project in MasterTool X.

Components

Equipment: 1 computer/laptop.

Software:  MasterTool X

Tutorial Sections

1. ARCHITECTURE
2. DEVELOPMENT

1. ARCHITECTURE

A computer/laptop is required to use MasterTool X.

Figure 1. Computer running MasterTool X

2. DEVELOPMENT

The Configuration tab within MasterTool IEC XE is responsible for all hardware configurations of the controller, allowing the user to adjust parameters that directly impact the physical operation of the PLC.

Figure 2. TreeView - Configuration

CPU

The CPU field gathers the main configurations of the controller.

In it, it is possible to configure:

• General CPU parameters
  • Device name
  • Identification
  • General behavior
• Synchronization (RTC)
  • Internal clock adjustment
  • Date and time synchronization
• Input and output (I/Os) configuration
  • Digital input parameters
  • Digital output parameters
  • Analog input configuration
  • Analog output configuration
• Integrated I/Os mapping
  • Association of physical inputs and outputs with system variables

COM1

Area dedicated to the configuration of the PLC's serial port.

Allows adjustment of:

• Communication speed (baud rate)
• Parity
• Data bits
• Stop bits
• Communication protocol

This configuration is essential for communication with external devices via serial.

NET1

Configuration of the first Ethernet network interface.

Allows defining:

• IP address
• Subnet mask
• Gateway
• Network communication parameters

NET2

Configuration of the second Ethernet network interface (when available).

It has the same options as NET1, allowing:

• Network separation
• Communication with different systems
• Network redundancy or segmentation

CAN

Configuration area of the CAN port.

Allows:

• Defining communication speed
• Configuring CAN network parameters
• Integrating the PLC with industrial devices that use this protocol

BUS

The BUS field presents a physical visualization of the PLC, showing:

• Front layout of the equipment
• Connected modules
• Organization of the I/Os

This visualization helps in:

• Identification of modules
• Verification of physical assembly
• Configuration diagnosis

Applications in automation

The Configuration tab is used for:

• Hardware parameterization
• Communication configuration
• Adjustment of inputs and outputs
• Integration with industrial networks
• System diagnosis and validation

Important notes

• Changes in this tab directly impact the hardware
• Some changes require download and restart
• Attention must be paid when configuring networks and communication
• Fundamental for the correct functioning of the system