# General Discussion **URL:** https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/c/general-discussion/5.md?page=13 [Latest](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/tags.md) **Page:** 14 --- ## [Time Based Screen Rotation Help](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/t/time-based-screen-rotation-help/104734)
**Author:** [@Douglas\_Mason](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/u/Douglas_Mason)\ **Replies:** 18\ **Last updated:** [April 6, 2025, 9:55pm UTC](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/t/time-based-screen-rotation-help/104734 "2025-04-06T21:55:00Z")
First post here so bear with me. I have found a few topics on this previously and I have used the sample code provided, but I am still having problems with this code not working. I get no errors when I put in the code bu… --- ## [Create a Dataset tag when a tag change event is triggered](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/t/create-a-dataset-tag-when-a-tag-change-event-is-triggered/104753)
**Author:** [@elumelu.emeka](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/u/elumelu.emeka)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [April 6, 2025, 2:36pm UTC](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/t/create-a-dataset-tag-when-a-tag-change-event-is-triggered/104753 "2025-04-06T14:36:29Z")
I am trying to create a Dataset tag in a the following location a tag change event\[default\]Test\_Practice/MyDataSet. I want the folder and Dataset tag with headings to be created if it doesn't already exist. I also want a… --- ## [HMI Momentary button Gets stuck with N/O Bit of PLC](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/t/hmi-momentary-button-gets-stuck-with-n-o-bit-of-plc/21388)
**Author:** [@shibubalaji](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/u/shibubalaji)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [April 4, 2025, 4:33pm UTC](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/t/hmi-momentary-button-gets-stuck-with-n-o-bit-of-plc/21388 "2025-04-04T16:33:00Z")
I have two dynamically tagged momentary button for each of this START and STOP bit. Some reason, most of the time, B10.0 get stuck and latched in PLC, this causes not able to shut the motor down. Its control value is a… --- ## [Looking for ICC 2025 Speakers](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/t/looking-for-icc-2025-speakers/103343)
**Author:** [@Paul.Scott](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/u/Paul.Scott)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [April 3, 2025, 9:19pm UTC](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/t/looking-for-icc-2025-speakers/103343 "2025-04-03T21:19:18Z")
Hey everyone! We're looking for speakers for this year's conference. If you have a topic idea and are interested in speaking, please consider filling out our survey. --- ## [Configuration of username/password for TCP driver connection with YOKOGAWA WT3000](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/t/configuration-of-username-password-for-tcp-driver-connection-with-yokogawa-wt3000/104571)
**Author:** [@Wang\_Tingyu](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/u/Wang_Tingyu)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [April 3, 2025, 8:48am UTC](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/t/configuration-of-username-password-for-tcp-driver-connection-with-yokogawa-wt3000/104571 "2025-04-03T08:48:45Z")
Hi everyone, I’m using Ignition’s TCP driver to communicate with a YOKOGAWA WT3000 device. However, the connection requires a username and password, and I’m unsure where to configure these credentials within Ignition. ‌… --- ## [Modbus TCP Socket Connection Closed, DriverState was Connected](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/t/modbus-tcp-socket-connection-closed-driverstate-was-connected/104592)
**Author:** [@Sanjiv\_Anto](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/u/Sanjiv_Anto)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [April 2, 2025, 5:00pm UTC](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/t/modbus-tcp-socket-connection-closed-driverstate-was-connected/104592 "2025-04-02T17:00:23Z")
I have an Ignition v8.1.1 system that has been running smoothly for the past few years. This morning, customer reported that none of the tags are connected to the PLC. Upon chceking, I found that the device appears to be… --- ## [Advanced Stylesheet CSS using Media Queries, And More](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/t/advanced-stylesheet-css-using-media-queries-and-more/104249)
**Author:** [@Zachary\_Sturgeon](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/u/Zachary_Sturgeon)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [April 2, 2025, 10:39am UTC](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/t/advanced-stylesheet-css-using-media-queries-and-more/104249 "2025-04-02T10:39:24Z")
Hello everyone, long time viewer, first time caller. I have become pretty versed in making Perspective applications in a manner that replicates how one would make the same project in Vision; large, inflexible facility m… --- ## [Reading data from GUI AlarmStatusTable to check Cell Style](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/t/reading-data-from-gui-alarmstatustable-to-check-cell-style/102930)
**Author:** [@iwan.tolboom](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/u/iwan.tolboom)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [April 2, 2025, 9:44am UTC](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/t/reading-data-from-gui-alarmstatustable-to-check-cell-style/102930 "2025-04-02T09:44:54Z")
Based on the code in this topic Customizing Alarm Status Table we want to read the rows displayed in the AlarmStatusTable to check if the styling (color and font) of each row is correct(values of cells would be a plus). … --- ## [Interactive 3D Models](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/t/interactive-3d-models/64899)
**Author:** [@Ryan\_Hansen](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/u/Ryan_Hansen)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [April 1, 2025, 11:17am UTC](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/t/interactive-3d-models/64899 "2025-04-01T11:17:59Z")
I'm working on a project that calls for 3D models of our machines that can do the basics of zoom, pan, and scroll but also show popup windows of part details when hovering over a system part. Does anyone have any inform… --- ## [Scan QR Code not available when using Perspective app](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/t/scan-qr-code-not-available-when-using-perspective-app/104427)
**Author:** [@rogelrios](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/u/rogelrios)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [March 30, 2025, 3:45pm UTC](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/t/scan-qr-code-not-available-when-using-perspective-app/104427 "2025-03-30T15:45:03Z")
When i open the perspective app to scan a QR Code, the camera open but i can't scan the Barcode because the Scan QR Code is not available through another app. Camera by itself works just fine and scan QR Code, only don't… --- ## [Ignition 8.1- Timer](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/t/ignition-8-1-timer/104414)
**Author:** [@Ganesan](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/u/Ganesan)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [March 29, 2025, 7:20pm UTC](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/t/ignition-8-1-timer/104414 "2025-03-29T19:20:44Z")
Hello Everyone, Could someone please explain the potential impact of a timer running every 5 seconds on gateway load? I am currently using this timer to update the power table every 5 seconds. --- ## [Rate of Change Alarm](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/t/rate-of-change-alarm/36542)
**Author:** [@mschepac](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/u/mschepac)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [March 28, 2025, 10:28pm UTC](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/t/rate-of-change-alarm/36542 "2025-03-28T22:28:47Z")
I am looking to generate a Rate of Change alarm on some floating values. I am in the process of converting a Wonderware site to Ignition. In WW, there is a simple checkbox with the % per Sec/Min/Hour that generates the… --- ## [Versión de Ignition](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/t/version-de-ignition/104283)
**Author:** [@Alejandro\_Padilla](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/u/Alejandro_Padilla)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [March 27, 2025, 2:59am UTC](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/t/version-de-ignition/104283 "2025-03-27T02:59:44Z")
Tengo la versión 8.1.10, habrá algún problema para actualizarlo a una versión más actual? Y que pasa con la licencia? Es lo mismo que para actualizar la versión de prueba? --- ## [Pricing For Google Maps Component](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/t/pricing-for-google-maps-component/101772)
**Author:** [@William\_Howard](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/u/William_Howard)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [March 27, 2025, 12:20am UTC](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/t/pricing-for-google-maps-component/101772 "2025-03-27T00:20:45Z")
i see that there was a new Google Maps options added in 8.1.33 and i also see it requires you to use an API key to access it without the water mark so im wanting to get an idea of how much it would cost a month to use th… --- ## [Format text for label printer with CodeNet](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/t/format-text-for-label-printer-with-codenet/104257)
**Author:** [@matheus23nisgoski](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/u/matheus23nisgoski)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [March 26, 2025, 6:46pm UTC](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/t/format-text-for-label-printer-with-codenet/104257 "2025-03-26T18:46:06Z")
hi everyone, i use codenet protocol to send commands to create labels in domino AX150i, it is okay, but, when I try to format the label, not work example: ESC S 001 test EOT - ok ESC S 001 test ESC r line2 EOT - erro… --- ## [Migrating/duplicating 30+ Access tables to SQL](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/t/migrating-duplicating-30-access-tables-to-sql/103811)
**Author:** [@Simon\_Hathout\_Willar](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/u/Simon_Hathout_Willar)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [March 26, 2025, 4:12pm UTC](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/t/migrating-duplicating-30-access-tables-to-sql/103811 "2025-03-26T16:12:46Z")
Hello. Currently, we have approximately 30 automated testing stations, which ensure product quality. These all save to a number of different MS Access databases. We're looking to centralize our data, and integrate it in… --- ## [Query binding for columnAssociated column Perspective alarm status table](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/t/query-binding-for-columnassociated-column-perspective-alarm-status-table/104208)
**Author:** [@Jennifer\_Forde-Watli](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/u/Jennifer_Forde-Watli)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [March 26, 2025, 3:09am UTC](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/t/query-binding-for-columnassociated-column-perspective-alarm-status-table/104208 "2025-03-26T03:09:12Z")
I have setup Associated Data in my alarm properties of my UDT in order to see specific data in the alarm status table for filtering purposes. My dilemma is that the columnAssociated data are numeric and I would like to u… --- ## [Intermittent "Error Writing to Node" issue](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/t/intermittent-error-writing-to-node-issue/103278)
**Author:** [@jparsons](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/u/jparsons)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [March 25, 2025, 2:52pm UTC](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/t/intermittent-error-writing-to-node-issue/103278 "2025-03-25T14:52:45Z")
I set up security on a clients ignition gateway and am having some issues with it. At first I set up a manager role (access to everything except the gateway config), then set on the gateway config any writing to PLCs nee… --- ## [Importing 3D CAD/3D Model of the Machinery/Plant in Ignition Perspective](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/t/importing-3d-cad-3d-model-of-the-machinery-plant-in-ignition-perspective/104141)
**Author:** [@Vijay\_Krishna\_G\_M1](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/u/Vijay_Krishna_G_M1)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [March 25, 2025, 2:45pm UTC](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/t/importing-3d-cad-3d-model-of-the-machinery-plant-in-ignition-perspective/104141 "2025-03-25T14:45:30Z")
Dear Team, Hope you are doing well Requesting your inputs and recommendation for the below mentioned requirements please. Client would like to import 3D Model of their Facility into Ignition(Perspective) and wanted it… --- ## [Upgrading from FactorySQL to Ignition (when problems arise)](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/t/upgrading-from-factorysql-to-ignition-when-problems-arise/3454)
**Author:** [@Colby.Clegg](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/u/Colby.Clegg)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [March 25, 2025, 9:09am UTC](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/t/upgrading-from-factorysql-to-ignition-when-problems-arise/3454 "2025-03-25T09:09:11Z")
Normally, to upgrade from FactorySQL to Ignition, you can just export your FactorySQL backup, and use the legacy upgrade tool in the gateway. However, for various reasons, this can sometimes fail. This is especially tr… --- ## [Abrir Cliente Remoto](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/t/abrir-cliente-remoto/104052)
**Author:** [@Alejandro\_Padilla](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/u/Alejandro_Padilla)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [March 24, 2025, 4:10am UTC](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/t/abrir-cliente-remoto/104052 "2025-03-24T04:10:39Z")
Compañeros les pido ayuda con duda que tengo. Para abrir Ignition Scada desde un segundo PC, debo apuntar a la IP del primer PC, eso lo tengo claro. En el segundo PC también debe estar instalado Ignition. Mi duda es, … --- ## [Fuzzing test for opcua server](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/t/fuzzing-test-for-opcua-server/104030)
**Author:** [@mazeyrat](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/u/mazeyrat)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [March 21, 2025, 7:53pm UTC](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/t/fuzzing-test-for-opcua-server/104030 "2025-03-21T19:53:24Z")
French cybersecurity ANSSI-FR just release a fuzzing tools to test resiience of opcua server @Kevin.Herron You have ever run such of test with Ignition opcua server ? --- ## [Read Float Array](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/t/read-float-array/104006)
**Author:** [@toddhowden](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/u/toddhowden)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [March 21, 2025, 4:35pm UTC](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/t/read-float-array/104006 "2025-03-21T16:35:45Z")
Would like to read an array of floats from a ControlLogix. Is this possible to do directly in Ignition 8.1? Thanks, --- ## [OPC DA problems](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/t/opc-da-problems/8693)
**Author:** [@jose.granero](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/u/jose.granero)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [March 21, 2025, 8:21am UTC](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/t/opc-da-problems/8693 "2025-03-21T08:21:52Z")
I'm experiencing some troubles with B&R's OPC DA, the communications seem to be working properly and suddenly the connection status goes "Closed", especially when writing a value. I guess the problem is due to a wrong DC… --- ## [Audible Alarms in Perspective](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/t/audible-alarms-in-perspective/103859)
**Author:** [@dadmin](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/u/dadmin)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [March 19, 2025, 7:03pm UTC](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/t/audible-alarms-in-perspective/103859 "2025-03-19T19:03:04Z")
I develop in a secure, air-gaped environment where it takes an act of congress to import modules. I needed a way to get audible alarms working for my remote endpoints and IA support saved the day. For windows, navigate … --- ## [Does Ignition support Communication over TCP/IP with Ignition being the host?](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/t/does-ignition-support-communication-over-tcp-ip-with-ignition-being-the-host/103352)
**Author:** [@Robert\_Reed](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/u/Robert_Reed)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [March 19, 2025, 5:48pm UTC](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/t/does-ignition-support-communication-over-tcp-ip-with-ignition-being-the-host/103352 "2025-03-19T17:48:48Z")
I need to establish bi directional communication between a PC and Ignition over a network. Looking at the DOCs I see a tcpip connection device that is the client. Is there any capability to have Ignition act as the TCPI… --- ## [Simatic WinCC 7.5 and SQL server without runtime](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/t/simatic-wincc-7-5-and-sql-server-without-runtime/103815)
**Author:** [@m.ardahanlilar](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/u/m.ardahanlilar)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [March 19, 2025, 7:56am UTC](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/t/simatic-wincc-7-5-and-sql-server-without-runtime/103815 "2025-03-19T07:56:03Z")
hello, im new scada learner and i have simatic wincc7.5, i made a wincc program and tags and tag logging i can write the data to sql when runtime is open, how can i write the data permanently when runtime is closed ? --- ## [Ignition Project Permissions Audit](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/t/ignition-project-permissions-audit/103827)
**Author:** [@william.ivey](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/u/william.ivey)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [March 18, 2025, 4:55pm UTC](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/t/ignition-project-permissions-audit/103827 "2025-03-18T16:55:56Z")
I have a situation in which I have several projects at each site and several sites that need a project permissions audit/review. Short of opening each and every project, opening the Project properties, and reviewing Proj… --- ## [AB PLC tag import/export](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/t/ab-plc-tag-import-export/33050)
**Author:** [@joshualanier](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/u/joshualanier)\ **Replies:** 37\ **Last updated:** [March 18, 2025, 12:09pm UTC](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/t/ab-plc-tag-import-export/33050 "2025-03-18T12:09:15Z")
I’m interested in seeing if anyone has a good solution for importing/exporting PLC tags from the Designer’s Tag Browser. Obviously Ignition has this feature, but the options for this appear to be limited to .xml or .json… --- ## [Alarm acknowledgement from Ignition to Factory Talk alarms](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/t/alarm-acknowledgement-from-ignition-to-factory-talk-alarms/103756)
**Author:** [@dana.clement](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/u/dana.clement)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [March 18, 2025, 1:35am UTC](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/t/alarm-acknowledgement-from-ignition-to-factory-talk-alarms/103756 "2025-03-18T01:35:29Z")
Any ideas on how to acknowledge an alarm in a compact logix processor and factory talk view HMI application when acknowledging it from ignition? [Previous page](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/c/general-discussion/5.md?page=12) [Next page](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/c/general-discussion/5.md?page=14)