

Customer News - February 2012
*Welcome to the Horner Newsletter*
In this issue: What's New at Horner APG ? - update on all new developments including new products and software releases Horner Gems - find out what makes the All-in-One products unique, this month: PID Feature of the Month - we'd like to present one of the key Cscape features that makes this software package so unique (and still free to download) Meet your Horner Person - this month please meet Declan O'Connor, our lead Production Engineer Thank you for reading. Kind Regards, Horner Team				*Did you know…* Email reports can be sent via GPRS (XL series) and via build in Ethernet port (XL6e,XL10e,NX, QX)



*What's New?*
		Building on the success of QX, here's ZX - bigger, faster and more capable than ever: Three Models: 7", 15" and 22" - use seamlessly with remote I/O Dual 1 Gbit/s Ethernet port (one dedicated for Remote I/O) Fastest OCS Scan time Online Programme Update 4x larger logic memory 1 Mbit/s CAN port Metal Construction, IP65 rated Contact your Distributor for further information and pricing Complete ZX features

	SmartRail - fast modular I/O solution SmartRail combines the compactness and clean look of Sliced I/O system with the Hi-Speed performance and a higher density and now gets a 1Mb module compatible with ZX SmartRail comes in four versions: Ethernet (recommended for ZX and all Ethernet OCS) 1Mb CsCAN (ZX not Xle/XLt) CsCAN (supported by all controllers) Profibus DP SmartRail website

QX - when Local and Speciality Smartstack I/O is needed Range from 5.7'' to 15'' QVGA (5.7''), SVGA (8, 10 & 12''), XGA (15'') Ethernet port Compact flash support Optional CAN port Learn more about QX

SmartStack - high performance snap-on I/O You can connect up to 4 modules directly on the back of your OCS (QX with backpack needed). Modules to choose from include digital, analogue and mixed I/O. Specialty modules consist of advanced communication modules (Profibus, DeviceNet..), Stepper or 500 kHz High Speed Counter. Detailed SmartStack information

	NEW! Cscape 9.30 Newest installation of our programming software introduces the following: Support for ZX series (7'', 15'' and 22'' Controllers) Support for online programme update Maximum font height increased to 200 pixels Modification of Logic Module execution order Automatic conversion between IEC languages Download Cscape 9.30 for free!

Daylight Saving Code We have implemented sample daylight saving applications for XLE, XLT and XL6. This application covers the functionality of a block to provide automatic clock adjustment in accordance with the daylight saving dates and times worldwide. Users are free to use as much or as little of the examples in their applications as they want. Download Daylight Saving code

Amper 2012 - Automation Tradeshow in Brno, Czech Republic The biggest Automation tradeshow in this part of Europe has already registered a number of 500 exhibitors! Together with our partner AutoCont Control Systems we will be exhibiting Horner products, always ready to meet you and answer your questions. Check the official website here



*Horner Gems - PID*
			Our multi-loop PID feature (supported by all X-series products) includes: Up to 32 PID loops on any X series product Two ways of calculating the error Auto Tune functionality All developed to make the advanced PID control easier. To find out more please check our Help File (PID Elements). Cscape -> Project Toolbox -> Special Operations -> PID (Independent & ISA)



*Feature of the Month - Project Navigator*
The best way of Navigating through Cscape Introduced in Cscape version 9, our Project Navigator grew to become one of the most recognized Cscape features. Constantly improved (the newest 9.30 gives you the much-asked-for option to modify execution order of main loop modules), well designed Project Navigator gives you a quick access to all important parts of your application. How to set it up, how to adjust to your Cscape setup and how to use it effortlessly… …it's all in the Project Navigator article



*Meet your Horner Person*

Declan O'Connor - Lead Production Engineer Declan studied Electrical Engineering and has more than 20 years experience in the electronics manufacturing arena. He joined the European Horner team in 2000. His main roles are co-coordinating the day to day running of our final assembly and test area and customer shipments. He also works closely with our Engineering department reviewing and implementing our new Products into production by setting up pre-production runs, test procedures and the production process. "In the twelve years that I have been with Horner I have seen the company grow as our product range has expanded. These product ranges give great functionality to our customers and the ability to customize product, sets Horner apart in providing our customers flexibility." Declan O'Connor Horner EU HQ Tel.: +353 21 4321266 (ext. 232) doconnor@hornerirl.ie
*Thank you for reading*
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