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    Hi,

    I have the UC100 controller and I would like to implement an MPG, FRO, SRO and so on for a control panel.

    Can I add a LPT to usb converter and use it as port 2 (or any other port number)? My guess would be no.

    Can I use an arduino as an interface and use Modbus?

    Or do I have to buy a UC300ETH?

    Thanks!

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    Default Re: Additional inputs with UC100

    No, you can't use an LPT port. UCCNC does not support the parallel port, not even if it is a USB - LPT converter.
    Yes, you can use Modbus but make sure it is REAL Modbus. UCCNC does have a Modbus plugin and that works well.
    Buying a UC300ETH would be the simplest solution, but you need a license. I don't think you can "give back" the UC100 license and exchange to UC300ETH.

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    Default Re: Additional inputs with UC100

    Yes, you can use Modbus but make sure it is REAL Modbus. UCCNC does have a Modbus plugin and that works well.
    How would you assign inputs from a Modbus device in UCCNC?

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    Default Re: Additional inputs with UC100

    Quote Originally Posted by ger21 View Post
    How would you assign inputs from a Modbus device in UCCNC?
    I guess the same way as the VFD inputs.

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    Quote Originally Posted by kaptronik View Post
    Hi,

    I have the UC100 controller and I would like to implement an MPG, FRO, SRO and so on for a control panel.

    Can I add a LPT to usb converter and use it as port 2 (or any other port number)? My guess would be no.

    Can I use an arduino as an interface and use Modbus?

    Or do I have to buy a UC300ETH?

    Thanks!
    Yes you can use arduinos- I tested 2 running perfectly for a week

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    Default Re: Additional inputs with UC100

    Teh modbus READS are brought out to teh assigned Modbus Variables table and from there you use a MacroLoop to move them where ever you need them.

    (;-) TP



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