Rockwell Automation 9307 FactoryTalk EnergyMetrix User Manual

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Set up an OPC Meter Tag

Follow these steps to set up an OPC Meter Tag:

1. In the Add a Meter Tag window, leave the Meter tag type set to Device.

2. Enter a Name for the meter tag.

If the tag corresponds to a standard value type, select it from the pull-down menu.

3. Enter a Log Rate.

4. Enter the Item name in the Address field using OPC Tag browser.

5. Select the tag format and units, as applicable.

Ten meter licenses are included in Manager. These meters may be any combination
of RSLinx and OPC meters. Beyond the first ten meters, in order to communicate
with third party devices such as power monitors from other vendors, the

FTEMOPC

3rd party Connectivity Option

must be installed.

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