Rockwell Automation 1746-HSCE,D17466.5 High-Speed Counter Module - Manual (Page 177)

1 Publication 1746-UM006B-EN-P - August 2005
Glossary
The following terms and abbreviations are specific to this product. For
a complete listing of Allen-Bradley terminology, refer to the
Allen-Bradley Industrial Automation Glossary (publication number
AG-7.1).
Input File
The module’s Input Data File. This file is updated during the SLC
processor input scan.
Output File
The module’s Output Data File. This file is updated during the SLC
processor output scan.
M Files
The M0 module data files that reside in the module. M files contain
setup and control information. The contents of these files can be
accessed by your user program.
Module
The High-Speed Counter Module, catalog number 1746-HSCE.
Physical Outputs
An actual outputs on the module.
Soft Outputs
The status bits within the module that can be seen by the module’s
program and examined by your user program.
SLC Processor
The 5/02 (or later) SLC processor that controls the SLC chassis where
the module is located.
Dynamic Parameter
A configuration parameter that can be altered while the counter is
operating.
Static Parameter
A parameter that must not be altered while the counter is operating.
Critical Error
An error that halts module operation and turns module controlled
outputs OFF.