Trane Tracer MP581 User Manual

Chapter 7 Creating a graphical program
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Editing program properties
The next step in writing a graphical program is to give the program a
name and define some basic properties of the program. The properties of
a program define how the program behaves. For example, Run Frequency
is a property that defines how often the program executes. It is good prac-
tice to set the program properties before you begin to write a new pro-
gram, but you can edit the properties at any time by opening the Program
Properties dialog box.
To select the appropriate method of program execution, ask yourself the
following questions:
• Is the program required to run at regular time intervals? If so, click
the Run Frequency option. Then specify the time interval in hours,
minutes, and seconds.
• Is the program required to run on demand? If so, use the Event Trig-
ger option to provide the program with a reference to a universal
input configured as a binary input or to a binary variable. When the
binary input or variable changes state, the program runs.
• Is the program required to run only when the Tracer MP580/581 pow-
ers on? In this case, click the Start-up option.
To edit program properties:
1. From the File menu, choose Program Properties. The Program Prop-
erties dialog box appears (Figure 51 on page 81).

Trane Tracer MP581 Specifications

General

Brand	Trane
Model	Tracer MP581
Category	Controller
Language	English

Summary

Chapter 1 Overview

Tracer MP580/581 plug-in

Describes the software plug-in for the Tracer MP580/581, required for setup and configuration.

Using Rover service tool

Explains how to use the Rover service tool to interact with the controller and access its features.

Accessing the Tracer MP580/581

Details the process of connecting to and accessing the controller via the Rover service tool and Comm5 link.

Using online Help

Guides users on how to access and utilize the built-in online help features within the Rover service tool.

Chapter 2 Viewing status

Viewing the status of inputs

Explains how to check the current state and raw values of controller inputs through the Rover service tool.

Viewing the status of binary and analog outputs

Describes how to view the operational status of binary and analog outputs on the controller.

Overriding binary and analog outputs

Details the procedure for manually changing output values from the operator display or service tool.

Changing binary and analog variables

Explains how to modify variable values through the Displays tab in the Rover service tool.

Overriding the occupancy mode

Details how to manually change the controller's occupancy status via the operator display or service tool.

Chapter 3 Configuring the Tracer MP580/581

Configuring EX2 expansion modules

Explains how to set up and configure EX2 expansion modules connected to the controller.

Configuring inputs

Covers the setup and configuration of all controller and expansion module inputs.

Configuring outputs

Covers the setup and configuration of binary and analog hardware outputs.

Configuring variables

Covers the setup and configuration of binary and analog variables for data management.

Configuring user security

Explains how to set up user access privileges and security settings for the controller.

Configuring the operator display

Details how to customize the operator display interface with custom and home displays.

Configuring an SCC or DAC profile

Explains how to configure network interface profiles for specific controller applications.

Memory reset

Explains how to reset the controller's memory to factory default settings.

Chapter 4 Using the Schedule application

Viewing the status of the time-of-day schedule

Explains how to view the current status of the controller's time-of-day schedule application.

Setting up the daily schedule

Guides on configuring daily operational schedules by setting start and stop times.

Setting up the exception schedule

Details how to configure special schedules for holidays or unusual events.

Setting up occupancy inputs

Guides on configuring inputs related to occupancy status for schedule control.

Chapter 5 Using the Calculations application

Viewing the status of a calculation

Explains how to view the status of configured calculations, including name, type, and values.

Setting up a calculation

Guides on configuring calculations for totalization, runtime, or starts.

Clearing a calculation

Explains how to reset calculation values (today, current, yesterday, last period) to zero.

Chapter 6 Graphical programming overview

Opening the TGP editor

Guides on how to launch the Tracer Graphical Programming (TGP) editor.

Blocks

Explains the fundamental building blocks used in creating graphical programs in the TGP editor.

Toolbars

Explains the function of various toolbars for adding blocks and common tasks.

Chapter 7 Creating a graphical program

Creating a new program

Guides on starting a new graphical program in the TGP editor.

Editing program properties

Details how to set up program name, frequency, and description.

Adding a block

Explains how to insert different types of blocks into the program design space.

Connecting blocks using wired connections

Details how to create data links between blocks using physical wires in the editor.

Connecting blocks using wireless connections

Explains how to create wireless data links between blocks for program flexibility.

Chapter 8 Using the Occupancy and PID blocks

Using the Occupancy block

Explains the function and use of the Occupancy block in TGP programs for managing occupancy status.

Using the PID block

Explains the function and use of the PID block for implementing proportional-integral-derivative control loops.

Chapter 9 Implementing a graphical program

Compiling a program

Explains the process of checking and preparing a program for download to the controller.

Downloading a program

Details how to transfer a compiled program from the TGP editor to the Tracer MP580/581 controller.

Debugging a program

Guides on troubleshooting program logic by running and monitoring it online.

Simulating a program

Explains how to test program logic offline by simulating various input scenarios.

Chapter 10 Network variable bindings

Binding network variables

Explains the process of linking network variables between devices for data sharing.

Tracer MP580/581 bindings

Describes bindings specific to the Tracer MP580/581 controller and its profiles.

Receiving data

Explains how network variable inputs receive data from other devices on the Comm5 network.

Sending data

Explains how network variable outputs send data to other devices on the Comm5 network.

Examples of network variable bindings

Provides practical examples illustrating common uses of network variable bindings.