Opto22 - Resources & Tools

We’ve recently deployed a PAC-R1 system using one PID-Loop as its main control algorithm to maintain a target level (set point) of dissolved ozone (O3) in a large tank of water. In this application, an...more

How to retrieve Binary data logged with PAC Display

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We discovered that one of the data log files has been accidentally configured to save as a “Binary” file. We can change the PAC display to save in CSV as all other data files…however, now that there is...more

The move to groov for an IIoT approach in water management

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A new case study explains how Paloma Irrigation and Drainage District bridged the gap between operational technology (OT) and information technology (IT) for seamless data flow and efficient management...more

How to use the groov RIO EMU

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Learn more about how this energy monitoring unit works with the newly published groov RIO EMU user's guide. When introduced in 2020, the groov RIO series introduced a new kind of I/O product: edge I/O...more

groov Find leaks memory and may become unresponsive if left open

Knowledge Base - KB90179 - 4/4/2024

If you leave groov Find open for an extended period of time (such as overnight), it may become unresponsive and use excessive memory.

Opto 22 celebrates 50 years!

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You can count on high-quality Opto products and continued support for all your automation and IIoT applications. I have a hard time believing it’s been 50 years since my dad and mom started Opto 22. My...more

Obsolete SNAP PAC Rack Technical Note

Documents - 2417 - 4/2/2024

This technical note contains information you may need about obsolete SNAP PAC racks you’re still using. Included are part numbers, descriptions, specifications, wiring diagrams, and dimensional...more

groov EPIC power supply information appears incorrectly in groov Manage

Knowledge Base - KB90862 - 4/2/2024

When examining a groov EPIC power supply with a valid serial number in groov Manage (Info and Help > About), you may be provided the following incorrect information: Part name: Unknown Model...more

Obsolete SNAP High-Density Digital I/O Modules Technical Note

Documents - 2413 - 4/2/2024

This technical note contains information you may need about obsolete SNAP High Density Digital I/O modules you’re still using. Included are part numbers, descriptions, specifications, wiring...more

EPIC OPC Server integer variable as boolean not working

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I’m having problems with using the “As Boolean” in the public access for PAC Control integers not reporting the correct value in the OPC Server. Bit seems to be working (so far). Config: image620×561 48...more

Case Study: Paloma Irrigation and Drainage District Reduces Downtime and Pump Repair Costs

Documents - 2414 - 4/4/2024

View in HTML The Paloma Irrigation and Drainage District (PIDD) has been in operation for over 100 years in Gila Bend, Arizona, providing essential irrigation and drainage services to 30,000...more

Graphics may appear invisible in PAC Display Configurator

Knowledge Base - KB90624 - 3/29/2024

When opening an existing project in PAC Display Configurator, graphics may appear invisible. You may be able to select the graphics and see their bounding boxes, but the graphics themselves do not...more

Analog channels from GRV-IVAPM-3 and GRV-R7-I1VAPM-3 not supported in PAC Display

Knowledge Base - KB90902 - 3/29/2024

When loading a strategy into PAC Display that contains analog channels from a GRV-IVAPM-3 module or groov RIO EMU (Energy Monitoring Unit; part number GRV-R7-I1VAPM-3), you may encounter an error...more

Groov Rio Capabilities

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Hello, I am working on scoping how to implement Groov RIO on our manufacturing floor. We have 3 Manufacturing machines with Allen Bradley PLCs that I would like to connect to and publish some tags onto...more

MQTT client from Groov EPIC node red keep getting disconnected to azure eventgrid MQTT broker

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Hi, I am running MQTT broker in microsoft azure eventgrid and I have generated certificates and keys to connect the Grooc EPIC nodered MQTT out client to eventgrid mqtt broker. When I deploy i could...more

MQTT Sparkolug B message types with MQTT Sparkplug B out

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SparkplugB_04_2024.zip (2.4 KB) Hello. I want to create all message types with “MQTT Sparkplug B out” that would work in Ignition SCADA. NBIRTH and NDATA are working but DBIRTH is rejected and I get...more

IntegrateLive! Workshop: Power Monitoring

Videos - 3/27/2024

Discover how tracking power consumption isn't just about being green; it's a strategic move to slash peak demand electricity charges significantly. By identifying when and where energy use...more

groov EPIC Learning Center 2 available now

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For pilot projects, proofs of concept, and exploring, get the new groov EPIC LC2 with more features and capabilities than the original. A complete package of fully functioning EPIC hardware and...more

Obsolete SNAP Analog I/O Modules Technical Note

Documents - 2415 - 3/26/2024

This technical note contains information you may need about OBSOLETE SNAP analog I/O modules you’re still using. Included are part numbers, descriptions, specifications, wiring diagrams, and...more

Power monitoring is your gateway to operational efficiency

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Watch a recording of this month's IntegrateLive! Workshop and learn how to quickly start monitoring energy for meaningful insights. Did you miss episode 16 of IntegrateLive! last week? No problem—the...more

Node-Red Sparkplub send JSON datatype

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I am trying to set up function to send a JSON Obect to MQTT Broker using sparkplug B. The function is: var jsonObject = msg.payload; // Convert JSON object to string var jsonString = JSON.stringify...more

Access Control Systems

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Is anyone using any OPTO22 product to operate an Access Control System? We would entertain Wiegland or RFID proximity cards and readers. Our application includes three walk through gates with mag locks...more

Pac R1 to Automation Direct C More HMI through Modbus

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I have a snap-pac-r1w and am trying to connect it to an Automation Direct C-More HMI EA9-T15CL-R Via modbus. The HMI is the master and we have the slave subroutine running in the strategy from the...more

How to start the startegy automatically on power up?

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Hello, On a Groov Epic I’d like the strategy runs automatically on power up, with no need to press a button on HMI or with PAC control. I checked the documentation, tried to find something on the forum...more

Having a hard time with installing Tailscale on EPIC

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Hello, I am trying to follow this guide from Corso Systems Corso Systems Tailscale on Opto22 groov Hardware | Corso Systems Corso Systems walks through setting up...more