Text Block

Purpose

The Text (TX) block reads and writes text from your process hardware or an OPC server. When the block receives text, it sends the data to all enabled alarm destinations assigned to the block's alarm areas.

Features

The Text block:

• Is a primary block.
• Reads up to 80 characters.
• Allows operators to write up to 80 characters from the iFIX WorkSpace.
• Displays a null-terminated message through a Data link referencing the A_CV field.
• Operates in Automatic mode by reading or writing its current value.
• Operates in Manual mode by disabling its processing.
• Supports the SIM driver.

IMPORTANT: You can only use the Text block with drivers that support it. Check with your local GE distributor for the availability of TX-compatible I/O drivers.

Typical Uses

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