Introducing PS501 Control Builder Plus

Common engineering tool for PLC, drives,

HMI, fieldbus, network, web services
Executive summary

Your benefits
Radical total-cost-of-ownership reduction and superior shortest
time-to-market helps you to beat your competition
−− fast solutions by tool integration and comprehensive,
pre-built, tested libraries
−− common data entered once – used by many
−− data exchange with 3rd party tools via CSV import/export
−− programming, communication, visualization, libraries and
drives share common data in one tool
−− effortless debugging, also supported by new multiple
watch list
−− easy commissioning: single-point-of-access to machinery
drives and PLC keeps setup time to minimum
− − online diagnostics for PLC and drives built-in
−− diagnostics is set up automatically
−− context-sensitive menus adapt automatically to the current
task for highest efficiency ABB – a strong partner for your productivity
− − ABB is global market leader in variable frequency drives
Improve your product quality and motors
−− by data consistency −− ABB is one of the PLC pioneers and offers PLC since 1970
−− global variables defined only once − − ABB is the pioneer in wireless communication and wireless
−− automatic diagnostics configuration power supply for factory automation
−− programming editor with built-in syntax check − − ABB has about 130.000 employees worldwide
−− variables can be directly used for HMI −− ABB is a leading innovator thanks to over 6.000 R&D
− − ergonomic, multi-language user interface supports your employees and over 1 billion $ R&D investment per year
engineers (2010)

Your sustainable, competitive advantages ABB supports you globally in about 100 countries
−− ABB uses global standards CoDeSys, IEC61131-3, PLCopen, −− well-maintained customer relationship
PROFINET, PROFIBUS DP and the most common fieldbusses − − helpline, internet, FAQ and training
− − ABB has selected CoDeSys which is used by thousands of −− PartsOnline for rapid hassle-free spare part delivery
engineers
− − IEC61131-3 enable development around the globe
−− broad use of ABB technologies in universities ABB is a global leader in power and automation technologies
− − IEC61131-3 assures global talent opportunities for your that enable utility and industry customers to improve their
projects performance while lowering environmental impact.
− − ABB favours Internet technology for data communication
− − ABB integrates remote access and visualisation via the www.abb.com/plc www.abb.com/drives
world wide web

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Single-point-of-access – easy to use

The single-point-of-access is the engineering PC on

which PS501 Control Builder Plus is running.

Straightforward access to:

− − PLC AC500-eCo
− − PLC AC500
− − AC500 remote I/O
− − ABB drives
− − ABB HMI

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New PS501 Control Builder Plus
Features

Internet protocols configuration Extended programming capabilities for highly-specific

−− new: SMTP e-mail solutions
− − new: FTP file transfers − − built-in free: continuous function charts CFC
− − HTTP web server − − new: convenient C integration in project code and libraries,
−− SNTP time synchronization using 3rd party compiler
−− DHCP IP address assignment
− − socket programming for project-specific protocols Advanced visualization with unlimited possibilities
− − IEC60870-5-104 for substation automation − − new: JavaScript for more impressive visualization on smart
− − new: PING request and reply devices
− − new: DNS − − new: optional PB610 Panel Builder 600 software for CP600
series panels
Important features for efficient development − − web visualization built using PS501 Control Builder Plus,
− − new: file/directory management library for internet browsers
− − new: ZIP archives − − new: web visualization for CP600-Web series panels
− − new: gateway library PROFINET – CAN
−− new: gateway library PROFINET – serial Easy network and fieldbus connectivity
− − new: transparent real-time tuneling of CAN, CANopen and − − real-time Ethernet-based, PROFINET IO RT and
serial over PROFINET EtherCAT
− − new: built-in multi-online-change to update multiple PLC at −− PROFIBUS DP
once −− CANopen
− − new: remote firmware updates −− CAN
−− new: multiple watch list for superior diagnostics and −− DeviceNET
debugging −− Modbus ASCII and RTU, serial and TCP
−− new: easy network and fieldbus monitoring and diagnostics − − ABB CS31 - completely built-in
down to the port
−− new: diagnostics when online
−− new: ABB’s Jokab Safety Pluto manager project data can
be integrated
− − new: libraries supporting new hardware and sophisticated
functionality IT environment
−− sampling trace brings functionality of oscilloscope − − new: PS501 Control Builder Plus is compatible with
−− recipe management for fast, secure, efficient production Windows 7 Enterprise 32/64 bit
solutions −− new: installation media is USB ROM drive. No optical drive
−− alarm handling for enhanced maintenance and commis- required anymore
sioning −− Windows XP 32 bit

Five standardized IEC61131-3 programming languages

−− function block diagram FBD
−− instruction list IL
−− ladder diagram LD
−− structured text ST
− − sequential function chart SFC

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Ultimate flexibility meets minimal cost
Smart engineering – easy to use

Revolution over evolution Your advantages at a glance:

The PS501 Control Builder Plus is a truly revolutionary product
which combines all of the tools you require for configuring, −− combination of all of the tools you require for configuring,
programming, debugging and maintaining your automation programming, debugging and maintaining your PLCs,
project from a single, intuitive interface. Packed with advanced drives and control panels
features designed specifically with today’s high-tech engineering −− easy and fast programming
challenges in mind, PS501 Control Builder Plus takes you to − − parameterization including many ABB drives
the next level in terms of convenience and flexibility. − − diagnostics is setup automatically for online monitoring of
inputs and outputs
Data interface with 3rd-party software tools is given by import −− debugging & diagnostics with multiple, comprehensive
and export via CSV spreadsheet data format. watch list
−− recipe management provide rapid factory adaptation to
PLCs, drives, panels and more changed market requirements
The PS501 Control Builder Plus enables configuration of all − − internet, network & fieldbus configuration within one
standard intelligent automation devices for machine builders comfortable tool
manufactured by ABB. This covers the vital areas of program- − − ABB PROFINET drives, Ethernet-PLCs and Ethernet-panels
ming, parameterization, debugging & diagnostics, and network can be simply hooked up to single Ethernet
& fieldbus configuration. For the first time, parameterization −− ABB PROFIBUS or PROFINET drives connected to AC500
and diagnostics of some ABB low voltage drives is integrated are all accessible by engineering tool
with your PLC project. − − huge savings in terms of time for drives in distributed
arrangement
Your ABB drives, PLCs and panels can be simply hooked up − − one single engineering tool for the entire ABB range, from
to a single PROFIBUS or PROFINET cable and you are good AC500-eCo through the complete AC500 family.
to go. Parameterization is a snap thanks to the ability to access
your networked devices from your laptop or PC connected any
node on the network. You simply install PS501 Control Builder
Plus and you will be up and running in next to no time.

This offers huge savings in terms of time and effort compared

to conventional systems, particularly for applications where a
distributed arrangement of drives has been integrated into a
complex control and visualization system.

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Ultimate flexibility meets minimal cost
Find immediately what you need

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Brilliant user interface enables uncomplicated configuration
What you see is what you get – total convenience

The ease-of-use of PS501 Control Builder Plus is demonstrated 2 To add an item to the project, select the place where it is
in the following pages. to be “connected” and right-click to obtain the context-sensi-
tive menus. Example: here we add an I/O module to local bus
Start PS501 Control Builder Plus like all your PC programs. of the CPU.
Open a new project.
3 Now configure local I/O with a few clicks. We assume you
1 Click on icon “New Project...(Ctrl+N)”. want to add a module. Right-click on the IO_Bus.

All what you need is there: 4 Double-click on CPU_Parameters to configure behavior of

−− buttons with context-sensitive, automatic balloon help PLC. A clear dialog with all information required comes up.
−− quick start hyperlinks to your recent projects
−− direct access to ABB´s product information and support The configuration can be imported and exported via CSV for
web site at http://www.abb.com/plc user-specific 3rd party engineering tools.
−− learn about basic concepts for new users
−− menus following the PC standard user interface

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Ultimate flexibility meets minimal cost
Find immediately what you need

5 To continue, always double-click on the item you want to 6 Set values - simply click and configure.
configure.

Clear dialogs present well-structured information to get

efficiency and higher productivity.

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Internet protocol made easy
HTTP – FTP – SMTP – SNTP – DHCP – BOOTP – DNS – PING

The Ethernet port on CPU modules has more to offer than just FTP
an interface for the programming PC. It is the bridge to many Configuration is fully integrated in PS501 Control Builder Plus.
internet services running on the CPU module.
Your advantages at a glance:
PS501 Control Builder Plus configures AC500 and AC500-eCo
CPU modules to run IP-based services. Please refer to the − − data can be distributed to other systems, as well as world-
following list for some of the possibilities and check the screen wide via the web
shots to see how easy it is to configure services in the ABB − − access via most internet browsers or one of the many FTP
environment. The system’s integrated, license-free web server clients
for the AC500 and AC500-eCo CPU modules is literally a
snap to configure with PS501 Control Builder Plus.
SMTP
sends emails and up to ten attachments.
Your advantages at a glance:
Your advantages at a glance:
− − remote operations possible, saving lots of travelling time
and cost − − alarm messages with pre-defined text and attachments
− − rapid response in case of servicing requirements - fast showing conditions of the machine
solution and high customer satisfaction − − enable rapid reaction to overcome critical situations
− − integrated web server is license-free, in contrast to PC-
based solutions which are generally liable to licensing costs
− − integrated web server makes extra installation effort SNTP
obsolete – fastest commissioning for time synchronization of machines where AC500 acts
− − ABB’s impressive new Control Panel series CP600-Web is as client (user) or master (distributor). Timing signal sources
a snap to connect can be GPS, DCF77, MSF or WWV, WWVB und WWVH. For
− − human machine interfaces made possible with CP600-Web DCF77, ABB offers an application description and sample.
make operations safer, more stable and far more predictable.
− − no more costs for proprietary HMI devices Your advantages at a glance:
− − always identical time in any part of the machine
− − all manufacturing steps can have precise time stamps for
straightforward analysis
− − predictive maintenance routines in PLC use same time as
analysis tools in operations center
−− precise timing let events be assigned to position of machine
elements and execution

Telecontrol: IEC60870
IEC60870-5-104 for substation automation.

Your advantages at a glance:

− − efficient supervision of energy installations
− − standard enables combination of best devices to match
precisely your requirements

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Internet test and advanced setup included
HTTP – FTP – SMTP – SNTP – DHCP – BOOTP – DNS – PING

DHCP-BOOTP DNS
Automatic assignment of IP addresses for PLC AC500 and The PLC can request from a domain name server a unique
AC500-eCo. name for this PLC. From now on, all PLC in an IP network –
when using DNS – can be accessed by a uncomplicate name
Your advantages at a glance: instead of a bewildering number.

− − effortless IP address assignments saves time Lets have a look to a brewery. Operators can check the bottle
− − perfect integration with commercial IT systems running wash station by „botwash“ instead of 192.168.0.69. The beer
internet protocol IP case wash may get the name „caswash“ instead of
192.168.0.96.

PING Your advantages at a glance:

PING is a widely used tool when diagnosing communication
links based on internet protocol IP. It enables analysis of − − uncomplicated management access to PLC allow error-free
correct connection, of link speed and response time. supervision for perfect quality and productivity
− − PLC having a name automatically present their location
When the PLC is answering on PING messages, operators are and function without further tools, saving investment and
able to determine connection quality to the individual PLC. operations cost
− − when IP address is changed in case of repair exchange,
Sending PING requests to other systems, the PLC can monitor the name remains the same
the peripherals like HMI for presence in the network, the remote
I/O availability and simply can supervise other equipment. This
can be from discrete manufacturing, manufacturing execution
systems, enterprise resource planning and commercial IT as
well. So the PLC becomes part of the quality assurance.

Your advantages at a glance:

− − broken communication can be detected before machines
become damaged severely
− − dumb peripherals become part of the self-analysis of the
machine control system, controlled by PLC
−− testing of machine control system‘s communication by
standard personal computer saves cost for special
network test equipment
− − predictive maintenance support
−− communication bottleneck detection shortens
commissioning time and costs

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Internet protocol made easy
HTTP – FTP – SMTP – SNTP – DHCP – BOOTP – DNS – PING

7 IP configuration example for onboard Ethernet port. Is it difficult to setup a powerful web server?
Double-click on the item you want to configure.
Not at all. Below is all you need to know - it is fun to setup the
The typical IP configuration of modern devices - everything is web server with PS501 Control Builder Plus!
crisp-clear.
By the way – the FTP and other servers share this great
8 The tab “IP Settings Configuration” is either for internet simplicity of configuration.
enthusiasts or for rare situations - most can leave it as it is.

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Easiest setup of PROFIBUS DP
For a new world of automation

Because drive and PLC are connected via PROFIBUS DP, the
PC used for configuration or diagnostics has direct access to
the drive and the PLC. This works with PROFINET IO RT the
same manner.

Single-point-of-access.

Here we introduce the PROFIBUS DP slave configuration,

because we will use this for the ABB drives configuration.

9 PROFIBUS DP slave configuration – straightforward, quick,

easy. Remember – right-click with mouse is all you need to
start!

10 Aficionados can tailor the PROFIBUS DP behavior.

From PROFIBUS DP to drive configuration – easy!

11 Remember the double-click and the context-sensitive

menu using mouse right-click. There is not so much to do
here – ABB makes life easy.

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Easiest integration ABB drive with PROFIBUS DP
For a new world of automation

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Effortless – drives configuration as well as visualization
For a new world of automation

12 Here our drives enthusiasts may delve to the last bits and AC500, AC500-eCo and PS501 Control Builder Plus support
bytes of ABB drives. different kinds of visualizations:

Yes, now we have much-needed parameters all over. Every- −− integrated CoDeSys visualization
thing comes handy by well-sorted tabs, clear tree structure used from the CoDeSys platform when user is online
and dialogs. −− standalone CoDeSys visualization
used from PC with CoDeSys with protection of code
− − CoDeSys Web visualization
based on the CoDeSys visualization and the integrated
web server user can have access to the AC500 via
standard web browser like Internet Explorer or Firefox.
Additionally the new CP600-Web panels can be used.
−− CP600 operator panels
with the optional PB610 Panel Builder 600 software users
can build their own visualizations for the CP600 series
panels. Access to AC500 via Modbus or CoDeSys ETH
drivers
−− OPC
using standard HMI or SCADA clients running at a PC by
communicating via OPC server

Application example made for HMI panel CP400 series

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Sophisticated HMI with ABB panels

HMI panel CP600 series, example of a virtual machine.

Importing the PS501 Control Builder Plus tags from AC500

programs into CP610 Panel Builder 600 to build a standard-
ized system is really easy.

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Perfect visualization right from start
From PC display to web server via www

Those who want to use the PC display as an HMI, will find a

complete design studio and configuration tool inside PS501
Control Builder Plus.

It is the basis for web visualization, too.

13 The ideal start for visualization is the CoDeSys-built editor.

Tens of thousands of users worldwide are used to create

meaningful, helpful HMIs.

Putting the visualization into built-in web server of AC500 and

AC500-eCo goes by – mouse-clicks only! Just enable the web
visualizations in the target settings of CoDeSys.

14 There are many graphical and active elements provided for

meaningful visualizations, whether on PC or device running an

internet browser.

Did you recognize the balloon help at the mouse pointer?

Useful help is always available to maximize efficiency!

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Perfect visualization right from start
Web server activation by just one tick!

15 This will download the web visualization to CPU memory.

16Once the web server is activated in the configurator, your

web visualization is ready to go!

Your advantages at a glance:

− − the many visualization possibilities allow optimal perfor-
mance-to-cost ratio
− − only one configuration tool necessary- PS501 Control
Builder Plus
− − deep integration of visualization allows direct, fast, error-
free access to the variables
− − web visualization configured easily for the web server of
most AC500 and AC500-eCo CPU
− − the visualization supports diagnostic and debugging
− − web visualization free of charge

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Seven ways to programmer’s heaven
IEC61131-3 CoDeSys offers five plus...

IEC61131-3 Your advantages at a glance:

PS501 Control Builder Plus complies with the IEC61131-3
CoDeSys de-facto standard offering all five IEC programming − − make use of the vast library support available – such as
languages. PLCopen
− − worldwide focus on IEC61131-3 right from the outset leads
1. Function block diagram FBD to straightforward recruitment opportunities and reduced
2. Instruction list IL training costs
3. Ladder diagram LD − − CoDeSys basis provides the power and convenience for
4. Structured text ST unbelievable efficiency in daily operation
5. Sequential function chart SFC − − the familiar user interface and concept supports ease of
use
Number 6 is another de-facto standard, greatly supported by − − slim software architecture ensures easy and fast installation
PS501 Control Builder Plus: and updates
− − ABB’s renowned technical support in over 40 countries
6. Continuous function chart CFC worldwide
− − user interface configurable for German, English, Spanish,
Number 7 is C. It is available for specific projects. Please con- Italian, French as well as simplified Chinese
tact your local ABB sales organization.
The new, extended tool comes with extensive function block
As you would expect from the world’s leading provider of libraries, a powerful embedded visualization feature and inter-
automation and drive solutions, ABB has designed its new faces for extension by other tools.
engineering software around IEC61131-3 – the global standard
for programming in automation. As a result, PS501 Control Extensive libraries inside PS501 Control Builder Plus –
Builder Plus represents the consequent implementation of this highly efficient programming for top quality
standard in the automation engineering world. All five standard
languages are implemented to deliver the ultimate in function- −− file/directory management
ality and flexibility for your automation project and a host of −− ZIP archive functions
features that genuinely leaves nothing to be desired. For −− ASCII
example, you can make use of the vast library support avail- −− Ethernet
able – such as PLCopen, as well as extensive pre-existing −− PROFIBUS DP
solutions made available from numerous trusted sources. −− PROFINET IO RT
−− DeviceNET
ABB – the clear choice −− CANopen
Naturally, choosing ABB PS501 Control Builder Plus also −− EtherCAT
ensures straightforward recruitment and reduces training costs −− FieldBusPlug
due to the fact that the vast majority of educational facilities −− Modbus
worldwide focus on IEC61131-3 right from the outset. Conse- −− IEC60870-5-104
quently, the chances are high that your newly recruited engi- −− RTC
neering staff will not only be well acquainted with the software −− diagnostics
– they have probably used very little else. Moreover, its CoDeSys −− high-availability
basis provides the power and convenience for unbe­lievable −− CS31 remote I/O
efficiency in daily operation. −− RCOM
−− serie90, compatible with predecessor AC31
−− counters and more

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Total insight to any I/O over all busses

PROFINET IO RT
The configuration dialogs present every detail clear and com-
plete. The input data is self-explaining, so documentation use
becomes very rare and engineering time is used efficiently.

17 Prior to PS501 Control Builder Plus, setting up for diag-

nostics and debugging of a machine-specific visualization with

panels or test instruments could be a time-consuming and
frustrating process. The I/O states of the PLC triggered the
state of the visualization elements, but all such visualizations
were lost when a new machine was created. Thankfully,
PS501 Control Builder Plus now makes this a thing of the
past. Each I/O state can be checked directly in the I/O con-
figuration. This feature alone can save engineers hours of
valuable time during the diagnostics and debugging process.
The unique feature is intrinsic to PS501 Control Builder Plus.

Of course, the I/O states are visible in CoDeSys, too. Whether

analog or digital, everything is transparent.

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Total insight to any I/O over all busses

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Total insight to any I/O over all busses

18 The data input sequences are in logical order. Data 19 Where transparent diagnostics over busses is possible, it
entered previously is copied to the next steps automatically. is signaled to the user by blue symbols on left of the bus node.
Please see the graphics sequence below.

Your advantages at a glance:

Your advantages at a glance:
− − smart online diagnostics and debugging
− − migration from PROFIBUS DP to PROFINET IO RT be- − − diagnostic setup is automatically
comes easy − − alarm handling for enhanced maintenance and commis-
− − use PROFINET exclusively or in parallel to classic networks sioning
and busses − − built-in diagnostics with same look and feel across every
view – a massive boost for teamwork support
PS501 Control Builder Plus manages diagnostics for remote − − fast commissioning saves time and money
I/O in same manner as for local I/O. − − greatly reduced training requirements
− − the new PROFINET gateways CI504-PNIO and CI506-PNIO
This includes: offer serial interfaces, CAN or CANopen. The diagnostic
− − any variable is displayed, either in digital or analog system tunnels the serial or CAN diagnostics through net-
− − digital means “True” or “False” are presented directly work and fieldbus.
− − analog provides the value with continuous update when − − an additional benefit is that diagnostics for the local inter-
online faces are identical with the remotely connected interfaces.
−− watch list to be defined by the user with complete freedom − − no more external diagnostic tools needed, saving purchas-
how and where ing and training costs
−− see a variable in a window? OK, just do right-click with − − rapid commissioning saves money
mouse and follow dialog − − one universal engineering tool for all your requirements
−− multiple watch list for superior overview and for
customized tasks

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Amazing diagnostics & debugging
Multiple watch list for easy debugging

20 Multiple watch list allow debugging with specific The good stories continue. Working in another editor?
scenarios. The variables to be observed can be collected in No worries, mates!
watch list.
Right-click in a text editor of CoDeSys onto a variable, and
The appropriate watch list is then called when the specific the easy context-sensitive menu comes up, too.
scenario is needed.
21 Select your watch list – and go!

Your advantages at a glance

− − define watch list content – the variables – in every editor
− − in distributed development teams members can easily
agree to use specific watch list, so errors are minimized
and work continues rapidly
−− works over busses down to the ports – transparently
− − it is sufficient to know the variable – the hardware behind
does not matter

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Extra measurement devices obsolete – ABB’s sample trace is
effortless

Sampling trace Your advantages at a glance:

PS501 Control Builder Plus features sample tracing to enable
the progression of values for variables to be traced over a − − with sampling trace, you have the functionality of a digital
certain time frame. These values are written in a ring buffer oscilloscope integrated in your programming tool
(trace buffer) with event trigger. − − changes in process variables that happen in milliseconds
can be recorded in real-time and then investigated in detail
22 Different colors can be used for various signals and on the screen
recording makes debugging and diagnostics extremely −− the ultimate help for effective debugging of your application
productive. programs

Multiple choices for trigger, sample rate and duration offer

excellent fine-tuning of the tracing to the user’s needs.

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