PLC’s – Analog Values

Many homes and offices require more than simple on/off control. They must deal with temperature, gas/water meters, and sump levels, which vary in a continuous manner from some minimum to some maximum reading. Various sensors are used to measure the quantity and...

PLC – Memory Backup

User data memory, user program memory and system configuration memory on a Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) can be backed up in any of four different ways: * battery capacitor * lithium battery * flash memory * memory cards Yamaha Receivers If a battery capacitor...

PLC – Date/Time Schedule

The programmable logic controller (PLC) is an all-in-one control solution for residential applications. The PLC gives the homeowner that additional level of control over his home electrical requirements. One level of control the PLC offers is a Date/Time schedule...

PLC – Bang & Olufsen Remote

The programmable logic controller (PLC) interfaces with any electrical device. In a home, these devices are typically lights, motorized blinds, fireplaces, and even audio/video systems. Bang & Olufsen (B&O) is a company who offers a wide range of very high-end...

PLC Data Types

With any PLC (Programmable Logic Controller) system, you generally have many different types of data to process. For example keypad button inputs, lighting circuit outputs, interval timers, etc. It is important to understand how the system represents and stores...