Post by mondinmr on Frustration-Fueled Feedback on Project File Management and Git Integration ^{CODESYS Forge talk (Post)}
In reality, other vendors are already moving towards integration with VS Code. B&R, for example, is likely the only one that could truly challenge Codesys in the market: they’ve overhauled their once-archaic environment (previously lacking ST OOP) and are now catching up significantly with Automation Studio Code, offering modern programming capabilities and native support for tools like Git and GitHub Copilot. The other big names in the market, frankly, are still light years behind. For smaller projects, typically handled by “wire strippers” (with all due respect!), a classic environment might be just fine. But once you’re dealing with thousands or even millions of lines of code—possibly organized in an OOP paradigm, spanning large teams, integrating third-party libraries, requiring version control, and performing comprehensive tests—a lightweight, responsive editor supercharged with AI-based features becomes essential. The real strength of something like VS Code lies in its vast ecosystem of extensions and integrations: from advanced Git support to automated build/test pipelines, and even AI-assisted autocompletion that already makes software development much more agile and productive. I understand that a PLC project involves more than just ST code (task setup, fieldbus configuration, libraries, etc.). However, there’s no technical reason not to at least provide ST files in a pure text format, making version control and collaboration far easier. B&R has clearly adopted this approach; I hope Codesys will accelerate its own efforts to offer a native, text-based integration and modern development tooling. Once you go beyond a certain level of complexity—dozens of configurations, OOP hierarchies, and distributed teams—you really do need “engineer-level” software tools, not just solutions targeting “wire strippers.” For large-scale automation projects, a more open and flexible approach is the only way to avoid chronic frustration. Let me emphasize that I truly love Codesys and consider the work done so far to be brilliant—I’d be sorry to see it overshadowed by others moving faster in this direction.
Last updated: 2025-02-18

Post by fontrap on cmDongle Raspberry Pi issue ^{CODESYS Forge talk (Post)}
Hello mates, I'm working with CODESYS V3.5 SP20 on a Raspberry Pi and I use "Raspberry Pi MC SL" as device on the project. I've installed the Control Standard L (multicore) license on a Wibu System usb-Dongle (cmStick/4.50) that already had another license from another vendor. I follow the online activation procedure from CODESYS documentation. Raspberry Pi has already CodeMeter installed for the other license. When I plugin the dongle on Raspberry and start the Runtime from Raspberry Pi Update in CODESYS I receive the message that I'm on Demo mode because the license is missing. I double checked that the license is activated in the dongle, through the WebAdmin of CodeMeter and the second license runs properly without any issue. I have already try to change the dongle from HID to MSD device and backward but the the Runtime cannot recognize the Dongle. I have also try to stop and start the Runtime through CODESYS without success. Is there anything else I can do to fix this issue?
Last updated: 2024-04-22

Post by dkugler on Step motor ECT60 Ethercat in codesys 3.5 ^{CODESYS Forge talk (Post)}
double click the master and the ECT60 and have a look what's shown in the tap online, state and log?
Last updated: 2024-08-14

Post by dileesha on Codesys device configuration ^{CODESYS Forge talk (Post)}
I am new to this and I have a Beijer X2 Control 7 HMI and in my laptop I have installed codesys v3.5, ix developer and codesys gateway control. I have designed a simple PLC programme and Im trying to connect my PC and Beijer HMI via an ethernet cable and scanit in the codesys software. But when I scan it does not show any device.
Last updated: 2023-12-08

Post by runtimevictor on codesys VLAN tagging ^{CODESYS Forge talk (Post)}
Thank you very much for answering, I look forward to the example. As soon as the example or documentation is available, please let me know... thank you.
Last updated: 2024-09-10

Post by timvh on Can't find the safety manual in the documentation ^{CODESYS Forge talk (Post)}
I also couldn't find it at first, but please check this: C:\Program Files\CODESYS ..your version..\CODESYS\CODESYS Virtual Safe Control SL\Delivery\Manuals\
Last updated: 2025-01-23

Post by s1mon on Two OneWireMaster on one Raspberry PI 5 ^{CODESYS Forge talk (Post)}
Thx for the hint. It works if I add following line to the .cfg file. PlaceholderFilePath.2=/sys/devices/w1_bus_master2, $OneWire2$ Is there a documentation how to modify this config file? Will this be overwritten if I do an update of the CodesysControl Runtime?
Last updated: 2025-06-13

Post by rckalex on Adjusting Ethernet Settings from Visualization ^{CODESYS Forge talk (Post)}
Could someone please share reference documentation for interacting with a device's IP settings from a visualization/webvisu? Is what is outlined here still valid? https://forge.codesys.com/forge/talk/Engineering/thread/ad11c199a2/
Last updated: 2025-06-26

Post by arwie on Use MC_Home without enabling the drive for homing method 35 ^{CODESYS Forge talk (Post)}
So we pay 380€ for SoftMotion licenses for each robot, but have to implement such an obvious use case manually without any hint in the official documentation how to achieve this. This is crazy...
Last updated: 2025-07-31

Post by wagokurt on TargetVisu option missing in IDE ^{CODESYS Forge talk (Post)}
Thank you, so "Remote TargetVisu" is the same thing as "TargetVisu"? I think there needs to be more documentation about this, its very confusing.
Last updated: 2025-08-25

Post by simotion on Multiple Ethercat masters on one IPC ^{CODESYS Forge talk (Post)}
Our IPC has multiple seperate ethernet ports. Is it possible to have two ethercat masters on the IPC (on two different ehternet ports off course)? If so, is there documentation available on this, or are there watchouts? Thansk
Last updated: 2024-01-12

Post by simotion on Multiple Ethercat masters on one IPC ^{CODESYS Forge talk (Post)}
Our IPC has multiple seperate ethernet ports. Is it possible to have two ethercat masters on the IPC (on two different ehternet ports off course)? If so, is there documentation available on this, or are there watchouts? Thanks
Last updated: 2024-01-12

Post by chir on SMC_REGULATOR_OR_START_NOT_SET issue ^{CODESYS Forge talk (Post)}
Hello everyone! I faced the error SMC_REGULATOR_OR_START_NOT_SET using InoProShop (Inovance IDE). This error occured then I enable MC_Power block. The output BUSY is TRUE constantly.. The description of this error in documentation - "Controller enable not done or brake applied". Maybe someone know how to solve this problem
Last updated: 2024-04-19

Post by jonasz on Deploy LicenseServer for Linux SL ^{CODESYS Forge talk (Post)}
After carefully studying the documentation, I have a question: is a second hardware-independent time source required for the correct operation of the VirtualSafety system?
Last updated: 2025-11-17

Post by jonasz on Deploy LicenseServer for Linux SL ^{CODESYS Forge talk (Post)}
Thank you for your response. Is there documentation for the commands? I spent a lot of time trying to figure this out. I have a potato computer at home, so I'll have to test this later.
Last updated: 2025-11-21

Comments in arrays and assigning RST coil's to 600 outputs ^{CODESYS Forge talk (Thread)}
Comments in arrays and assigning RST coil's to 600 outputs
Last updated: 2023-08-31

How to use MC_Home and Configure Task ^{CODESYS Forge talk (Thread)}
How to use MC_Home and Configure Task
Last updated: 2018-04-20

PFC 200 memory gets full and hangs ^{CODESYS Forge talk (Thread)}
PFC 200 memory gets full and hangs
Last updated: 2020-04-05

General question about Codesys and control RTE ^{CODESYS Forge talk (Thread)}
General question about Codesys and control RTE
Last updated: 2020-01-27

A few quick Ethernet/IP and ModBus questions ^{CODESYS Forge talk (Thread)}
A few quick Ethernet/IP and ModBus questions
Last updated: 2021-02-22

raspberry pi B+ GPIO 5 and 6 always TRUE ^{CODESYS Forge talk (Thread)}
raspberry pi B+ GPIO 5 and 6 always TRUE
Last updated: 2016-10-07

Scaling Problems mit Visualization and iPAD Pro Safari ^{CODESYS Forge talk (Thread)}
Scaling Problems mit Visualization and iPAD Pro Safari
Last updated: 2022-06-01

Encryption of application and communication not working ^{CODESYS Forge talk (Thread)}
Encryption of application and communication not working
Last updated: 2021-11-04

Running and A-axis smoothly at constant velocity ^{CODESYS Forge talk (Thread)}
Running and A-axis smoothly at constant velocity
Last updated: 2016-01-22

Using it with beckhoff CX9020 and getting PLC disconnections ^{CODESYS Forge talk (Thread)}
Using it with beckhoff CX9020 and getting PLC disconnections
Last updated: 2013-09-09

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