AutoCAD Electrical

[#1]

Does any one know the location of the Beginning Address Quick Picks when using the parametric insertion of PLC modules?  I would like to modify the quick picks for my application and add specific styles.

[#2 · Accepted solution]

Edit the WD.ENV file (in the AeData folder) and look for the last entry under the section entitled, "Symbol Insertion and Library Paths".  (see attached screen capture)  Remove the asterisk (*) at the beginning of the line that begins with "PLC_ADDRESS_FORMAT..."  This enables custom PLC address schemes to be displayed at the top of the standard list when you insert a PLC.  There are a couple of sample schemes on the PLC_ADDRESS_FORMAT line which you can modify as needed. Be careful with the placement of the %1 (rack) and %2 (slot) portion of the address scheme.  Save this file and restart AutoCAD Electrical.  Your custom addressing schemes will appear at the top of the Quick Picks list.

[#3]

Thanks Doug!  That was exactly what I was looking for.

Ron

[#4]

Doug,

Another question about PLC addressing.  Is there a way to make the terminal addresses increment by 2 instead of 1?

Thanks

Ron