Yaskawa MotionWorks+ Windows Software - Manual (Page 13)

MotionWorks+™ Creating A Project
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1. New Program Name
The character restrictions applying to the project name apply to the program name.
Characters not allowed in the project name are /, \, :, *, ?, “, <, >, and |.
2. Program Number
In addition to creating a name, select a program number. Add programs to empty
locations or replace existing programs by clicking any of the program numbers in the
list.
3. Scan Type
There are two choices for scan speed: high and low. Priority levels must be
considered when selecting scan speed. For example, high speed is recommended for
critical I/O that must be monitored frequently. Low speed is sufficient for low priority
events such as operator push buttons. Each program executes one block in the scan
period.
Note: High and low scans must be an even multiple of each other. For eaxmple: 2/10,
4/16, etc.
4. Active
Select the Active checkbox to indicate whether the program is to be incorporated
during project compilation. During project debugging, it may be helpful to deactivate
certain programs to isolate problems. Deactivated programs will not be compiled or
downloaded.
5. Autostart
The Autostart checkbox indicates whether the program automatically executes its
START block when the power is initially turned on. If Autostart is not selected,
programs can be launched later by incorporating a LAUNCH PROGRAM block in
another program. At least one program in the project must be selected for autostart in
order to ensure execution.