Using Fractal Talk Logix Echo to Create and Test an Emulated CPU

Overview

• Demonstration of using Fractal Talk Logix Echo to create a 5580 emulated CPU.
• Use Studio 5000 to connect, download, and test application code on the emulated CPU.

Setting Up the Emulated CPU

Opening Fractal Talk Logix Echo

• Ensure Logix Echo is downloaded and installed on your computer.
• Open the Logix Echo dashboard.

Creating a New Controller

• Initially, no controllers will be present.
• Steps to Add a Controller:
  • Navigate to Devices and select Add Controller.
  • Choose controller type: ControlLogix 5580.
  • Provide a name for the emulated CPU, e.g., VisionMormaine33.11.
  • Optional: Add a description.
  • Choose an IP address: Use Windows loopback test IP address.
  • Select a slot: 17 slots available, default is Slot 0.
  • Hit Add to add your test CPU under Devices.

Controller Instance

• Ensure the controller instance is running.
• Logix Echo should continue running in the background.

Using Studio 5000

Preparing the Application

• Pre-created application using an L81E CPU.
• No need to change CPU type for emulation.

Downloading Application to Emulated CPU

• Open Communications and select Who Active.
• Look for paths via Emulate Ethernet for Logix Echo emulator.
• Select the Emulate 5580 controller.
• Choose Go Online to connect.
• Download application to the emulator controller.

Testing

• After download, set the emulator controller to run mode.
• Test logic and connect to HMI or other simulation software.

Summary

• The process involves setting up Logix Echo, creating a new 5580 emulated CPU, downloading applications via Studio 5000, and testing the logic using simulation software.