Define Tag Variables

Explanation

Use this activity to define variables on the tag level. Tag variables can be used by the subscriber when submitting information to IFS Applications.

Prerequisites

A tag must be established on the IFS/OPC Client.

System Effects

Tag variables will be established that can be referenced by a subscriber.

Related Window Descriptions

N/A

Procedure

1. Click the File menu and click Open.
2. Browse for and select the configuration XML file you saved on adding a tag.
3. Right click on the tag you created and click Properties.
4. Click the Variables tab.
5. Click the New button to add a new group variable. The Variable dialog box opens.
6. In the Name field, enter the name of the tag level variable you want to add.
7. Optionally, in the Value field, enter the value this tag level variable should always hold.
8. Click OK and proceed to close the Tag Properties dialog box.
9. Click the File Menu and click Save.