08/11/2025
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ctrlX Configurator - Release Notes version 1.2507.12

Version 1.2507.12 (2025-08-11)

Features

  • Servo motor MS2S02

    ID 705555

    MS2N02 is now integrated in the motor configurator MS2*.

  • Servo motor MS2N02

    ID 837272

    MS2N02 is now integrated in the motor configurator MS2*.

  • Second D-SUB Encoder connection set selectable

    ID 1022513

    With two multi-encoder interfaces (ECEC) a second D-SUB Encoder connection set can be selected in the ctrlX DRIVE.

  • New naming and versions for ctrlX CORE Runtime

    ID 1025236

    The nameing of the ctrlX CORE "Runtime" has changed to "Operating System". Two new "Operating system" versions are now available.

  • New features in the configurator ctrlX IPC PR5x.2 Box PC

    ID 955737

    The new feature values “without Operating system” and “with Win11 IoT 2024, High End” have been added to the ctrlX IPC PR5x.2 Box PC configurator

  • New features in the configurator ctrlX IPC PR4x.2 Box PC

    ID 1024399

    The new feature values “without Operating system” and “with Win11 IoT 2024, High End” have been added to the ctrlX IPC PR4x.2 Box PC configurator.

  • New ctrlX OS - Model connect license in ctrlX Apps configurator

    ID 1024762

    The product configurators for apps and ctrlX CORE now include the license for Model Connect Advanced. The existing license has been replaced by the new license and is no longer displayed.

  • New ctrlX OS - 3D Viewer licenses in ctrlX Apps configurator

    ID 1024759

    The product configurators for apps and ctrlX CORE now include the licenses for 3D Viewer Basic and Advanced. The existing license has been replaced by the two new licenses and is no longer displayed

  • Linear motor MLF

    ID 633943

    The linear motors are now available in the ctrlX configurator.

  • Kinetic Buffer BA1N

    ID 784194

    The kinetic buffers BA1N are now available in the ctrlX configurator.

  • Improved Input Layout in ctrlX I/O

    ID 843080

    ctrlX I/O product now features a redesigned input field layout, enhancing visual structure and user interaction

  • HD Vision - LumiScan Key accessories

    ID 1031168

    The product configurators for apps and ctrlX CORE now include the HD Vision - LumiScan Key. You can select this as an accessory.

  • Extension cable of battery box was removed

    ID 1020999

    The extension cable for the battery box selected in the connection of the HCS01 / XCS2-F with MSM and XCS2-F with MS2M has been removed from the cable configuration.

  • Discontinuation GTM gearboxes

    ID 974250

    A hint is added in the configuration to inform about discontinuation of GTM gearboxes.

  • ctrlX OS DRIVE Connect App recommendation added

    ID 1005980

    The ctrlX OS DRIVE Connect app is recommended by selecting a ctrlX CORE with ctrlX OS operating system version "03" and licenses for ctrlX OS - EtherCAT Master and ctrlX OS Motion.

  • ctrlX OS - PLC new license packages in ctrlX Apps configurator

    ID 1019235

    There new "ctrlX OS licenses - PLC Standard/Advanced/Performance Packet (02VRS+) " are integrated in ctrlX Apps configurator. The order of products in configurator has been changed. 

  • ctrlX OS - PLC new license packages in ctrlX Apps configurator

    ID 1024383

    There new "ctrlX OS licenses - PLC Standard/Advanced/Performance Packet (02VRS+) " are integrated in ctrlX Apps configurator. The order of products in configurator has been changed. 

  • ctrlX I/O - new ctrlX I/O Modules XI190202 and XI612001 are integrated

    ID 1031359

    Two new ctrlX I/O Modules are XI190202 (2-channel digital Input) and XI612001 (1-channel SinCos Encoder) are integrated in ctrlX I/O configurator

  • ctrlX DRIVE -Sytronix

    ID 965371

    Sytronix is now available in the ctrlX DRIVE configurator.

  • ctrlX CORE Sparepart - power connector set

    ID 1043346

    In the ctrlX CORE configuration it is now possible to select the power connectors as additional spare parts for ctrlX CORE (XACC-1-CSPWRC and XACC-1-CSPWRM).

  • Connection of ML3 with HCS01

    ID 796614

    The ML3 can now be connected with the HCS01

  • Adjustment of name: ctrlX OS License - Motion SDK Basic (add-on)

    ID 1078954

    Naming of "ctrlX OS License - Motion SDK Standard (add-on)" changed to "ctrlX OS License - Motion SDK Basic (add on)"

  • User Information Migrating to Azure Cloud

    ID 1005866

    As part of the second phase of migration, User Information is being moved from on-premise hosting to the Azure Cloud Environment to improve scalability and reliability

  • Unique Name Validation When Editing Product

    ID 1017775

    Product names edited in List View or Show Details are now validated to ensure uniqueness, helping maintain clarity and prevent duplicates

  • Solution Importer API for Streamlined Data Integration

    ID 1039070

    Solution Importer is a new application designed to simplify data integration and management. It creates an auxiliary dataset in MongoDB, providing a flexible data repository

  • Simplified Header View for Final Pricing

    ID 1083222

    The Total List Price field is removed from the header once price calculation is complete. Only the Total Net Price is displayed.

  • Service Products Highlighted with Icon in Configurations

    ID 955489

    Service products are now visually marked in configurations and on the 2D canvas with dedicated icons and info texts, making them easier to identify

  • New Microservices Strategy for Backend Scalability

    ID 893739

    The backend API is moving to a microservices architecture to boost scalability, simplify maintenance, and enable faster, independent deployments

  • New distributors added

    ID 1043153

    New distributors have been added. For Germany and Austria Automation 24 has been added. For Sweden Avans, Sysmec and Spectrum have been added.

  • MongoDB Cloud Migration for Better Performance

    ID 883240

    The User Information Service is migrating to MongoDB Cloud as part of a new database strategy to boost platform speed and improve the user experience.

  • Info Message Added to “Buy via Distributor” Modal

    ID 1014351

    A new message below the modal title now informs users that the shopping cart won’t be transferred and distributor offerings may be limited, providing clearer guidance before proceeding.

  • Improved Conflict Dialogue for Better User Experience

    ID 1008844

    The conflict dialogue in the product configurator has been improved to clearly highlight exclusions, dependencies, and license requirements ,making product selection more intuitive and user-friendly

  • Group Duplication Available in List View

    ID 1009787

    Groups in the List View can be duplicated, enabling efficient reuse of existing product selections. This supports quicker setup and easier customization across multiple groups. Updated layout: Filter button repositioned to the top edge, outside the table, and aligned with the + Add Group button for improved usability

  • Expanded Workspace for Enhanced Usability

    ID 623622

    The layout has been optimized by expanding the working area into formerly empty regions, maximizing screen usage and improving the user experience

  • Custom Group Management in List View

    ID 1024608

    It is now possible to create, delete, and reorganize groups in the List View for improved item categorization. Items can be moved between groups to support flexible organization. Group creation is currently limited to 2 groups, with expansion planned soon.

  • Changed detail view Information

    ID 1008670

    In the detail view information about App configuration, only the selected licenses will be displayed.

Resolved Bugs

  • Wrong price calculation for ctrlX IO components within ctrlX CORE plus

    ID 1052327

    After opening a saved project of a ctrlX CORE connected to a ctrlX I/O module via "localbus connection", the price for the ctrlX I/O modules is displayed incorrectly.

  • Wrong PDCcont values

    ID 1052266

    In some cases wrong PDCcont values are calculated.

  • Text is blurred when scrollbar appears

    ID 714853

    After selecting an amount of modules a scrollbar appears in graphical configurators for ctrlX I/O and ctrlX FLOW. When showing scrollbar the text in the window is blurred.

  • Selection of safety functions in ctrlX DRIVE

    ID 1045640

    Due to a potential misunderstanding of users, the selection of safety functions needs to be reworked.

  • Pull down menu of product tile in graphic view

    ID 1043236

    With the function "Configure" in tiles of non configurable products, the configurator shuts down.

  • Project parts list stores numbers in wrong format

    ID 1064776

    The Project parts list contains numbers like the price in an incorrect format. Therefore formulas are in some cases not working and depending on the device settings for number formats.

  • HCS01 - Profibus selectable but has status SV

    ID 1031787

    With the HCS01, it's possible to configure the ProfiBus interface although products with Profibus have the status Service

  • HCS01 - NVE mains filter not selectable

    ID 1031786

    The NFE mains filter is not selectable for single-phase operation.

  • Duplicate values in compare products

    ID 1043233

    The comparison of products contains the characteristic values multiple times for each product.

  • Drives with runtime 06 and remote agent app

    ID 1050527

    Ruleset in ctrlX configurator does  not match product requirement.

  • ctrlX I/O | Measurement of ctrlX CORE not correct

    ID 994102

    If a ctrlX CORE is connected to a ctrlX I/O station via a local bus connection, the dimensions of the combination of ctrlX CORE and ctrlX I/O modules are not correct.

    ctrlX DRIVES - ctrlX DRIVES can´t be configured without ctrlX AUTOMATION - DRIVE

  • Connect

    ID 1031547

    When selecting a ctrlX CORE as part of an ctrlX DRIVE, it is not possible to deselect the ctrlX AUTOMATION - DRIVE Connect App

  • Connections between some XMD2 and XVE2 not possible

    ID 1031032

    In some cases it is not possible to connect some XMD2 to XVE2, in these cases a loading spinner appears that does not disappear again

  • Connection with user defined products

    ID 1039072

    If only one port with No connection is selected, the connection dialog does not fully open.

  • Connection HCS01 - MS2M

    ID 1055201

    In some connections the encoder cables are not shown in list view.

  • Conflict after connecting power supply with ctrlX DRIVE

    ID 1029517

    When connecting the power supply XVE2 with the ctrlX DRIVE the connection configurator runs into a conflict and can not be open

  • Configuration not possible

    ID 1044886

    Inverter XMS2 cannot be configured with Safety M8 and encoder emulation EM.

  • Add to cart function

    ID 813611

    In some cases the products were not transferred to the shopping cart.

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