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MB Connect - no VPN-Client device
I cannot find the VPN-Client device inside the MBConnect DIALUP tool - as mention in this How-to. How can I set the connection using VPN-Client app? 105/28/2026BMG IP Suite Universal Machine Connector & OPC-DA Server
Sehr geehrte Damen und Herren. Wir haben die App UMC Version 5.5.1 auf unserem CtrlX Core X7 installiert, und die passende Lizenz eingetragen. Wir haben einen OPC-DA Server als Data Source und CtrlX Data Layer als Data Target konfiguriert. Benutzername und Passwort zum Zugriff auf OPC-DA Server sind korrekt eingetragen. Was mich irritiert ist die Ausgabe von Service Status: Fragen: 1. Kann UMC bereits Daten über einen OPC-DA Server lesen bzw. schreiben? 2. Mir fehlt ein Eingabefeld, wo man den OPC-DA-Server spezifiziert (entweder über CLSID oder GUID oder ProgID) – Daher habe ich aus Experiment die CLSID von unserem OPC-DA-Server im Feld PartID Pattern (siehe 1. Screenshot) eingetragen. Wo muss man den Target-DA-Server konfigurieren? Zusatzinfo: 1. Einige MS-basierten OPC-DA-Clients können aus einem Remote-Rechner (Windows 11) die Daten vom selben OPC-DA-Server aus einem alten PC (WinXP) herholen. D. h. die Verbindung ist garantiert da und einwandfrei (lesend und schreibend). 2. Zugriffsdaten (Benutzer und Passwort) sowie DCOM Configuration – insbesondere auf Server-Seite – korrekt konfiguriert. Auf Ihre Rückmeldung und Support bedanke ich mich schon im Voraus. Mit freundlichen Grüßen Mit freundlichen Grüßen / Best regards Andri Hadi-Winarso Dipl.-Ing. (TH) Automation Central DC-AE/SVC21 Tel. +49 9352 18-8449 Mobil +49 151 17471056 [email protected] www.boschrexroth.com Bosch Rexroth AG Bgm.-Dr.-Nebel-Str. 2 97816 Lohr am Main GERMANY 103/24/2026Where can I find an example of the UMC app being used?
Is there an instructional video available showing configuration of the UMC app to a real data source? 103/03/2026Integration with Kassow Robot (KR810)
Hi, can anyone share how to use pattern node in Kassow Robot? My case is I have two drawers A and B. Each drawer has 5 layers. I have 10 models of item which different diameter and each layer for A and B has 2 proximity sensors (will be remove -1 outside). Let say 5 layers on drawer A occupied with 1" and 5 layers on drawer B occupied with 1/2". So how the program on PLC and Kassow Robot should be like and can I use same TCP and Frame for each layer for both drawers. I want procced with pattern node cause its same matrix. So, if user want to run another model, he needs to change the jig. Then, he needs choose the receipt model on HMI side so the robot will know the exact pattern grid/ location/coordinate of items 203/02/2026probleme in CS351E-D
Hi I have probleme in connection the CS351 and BS i verifie all instruction in manuel despete not succes and apparait " faild to connect to systeme " please if you have any idea help me 112/05/2025MQTT Transmission of ctrlX Data to AWS/GCP: Is Node-RED + Mosquitto + DeviceBridge Sufficient for x509/TLS 1.2 Security?
Hello everyone, My customer has a requirement to transmit data from the ctrlX Data Layer via MQTT to a designated device, and also to upload the data to an AWS or GCP server for data parsing, database storage, and web visualization. The entire process must comply with x509 certificate authentication and TLS 1.2 encryption. My current planned app setup is as follows: Node-RED App + Mosquitto MQTT Broker: Send data from the Data Layer via MQTT. Bosch DeviceBridge: Upload data to AWS or GCP servers. I would like to ask whether this system architecture satisfies the x509 certificate + TLS 1.2 encryption requirement. Would additional apps be required? Thank you. 411/30/2025IXON WebAccess - file upload failed
When connected to my ctrlX OS device via the IXON WebAccess its not possible for me to upload a app (or another file) which is bigger than 16 MB. The error I get is either "Error when uploading files - 413 Request Entity Too Large" (V3.6) or "Upload failed! File is too large. If your are connected via remote access, the maximum file size may be restricted." (V4.4). See my screenshot: 110/30/2025MQTT via Node Red
I have Node Red installed on CtrlX to send data to customer's MQTT broker. Question from customer: Does your client support client certs to connect to MQTT? I do not have much experience dealing with MQTT. Can someone let me know answer to above question? Thanks, Bala 310/10/2025Kassow Robot
Hi, how to define tcp pose for xyz & rpy. Here attach picture of my robot pos (home). I create the coordinate for this robot in same coordinate for pick and place, but it will be misaligned too, got any solution to solve it? 209/10/2025HD Vision Traning Framework
It won't start due to ModuleNotFoundError: No module named 'hdv_license_manager_py' Any ideas? 108/01/2025Reliable Mobile Alerting with ctrlX CORE and SIGNL4
In today’s fast-paced industrial environment, integrating automation systems with modern technologies is crucial for optimizing efficiency and achieving seamless operations. This guide demonstrates how to use SIGNL4 to add real-time mobile alerting to your ctrlX OS device like ctrlX CORE controller in no time. Why SIGNL4 SIGNL4 is a SaaS service for mobile alerting and incident management. It ensures timely notifications through persistent mobile push, SMS text, email, and voice calls. Features like acknowledgment, tracking, and escalation guarantee critical alerts are delivered and acted upon. With integrated duty and shift scheduling, the right team members are alerted at the right time. This empowers production managers, service workers, and field service engineers to respond faster and more effectively to critical alerts, major incidents, and urgent service requests. Integration Benefits SIGNL4’s integration with ctrlX OS offers a powerful and efficient mobile alerting solution, designed to support teams on the shop floor or in the field. Here are some key benefits: Reliable notifications: Instant alerts via push, SMS text, or voice calls out of the box Mobile App: Advanced alert management for Android and iPhone Shift and on-call management: Schedule and notify the right people at the right time Escalations: Track and escalate unresolved issues automatically Real-time visibility: See alert status and ownership within your team Custom alerts: Mute override and personalized sounds for alerting also in loud environments Smart alerting: Filter, enrich and route alerts Quick and easy setup How to Integrate SIGNL4 with ctrlX OS There are multiple ways to integrate SIGNL4 with ctrlX OS to add mobile alerting capabilities to your automation use cases. You can connect it with the apps you already use or leverage SIGNL4’s generic interfaces, such as webhooks and email, to trigger alerts. Here are a few examples: Node-RED One of the most popular ways to integrate SIGNL4 with OT and IIoT systems is through Node-RED, which features dedicated SIGNL4 nodes. These nodes allow you to trigger and close alerts seamlessly within your workflow. Additionally, Node-RED can connect to your systems and services using protocols such as OPC UA, MQTT, or Modbus. For a detailed guide on integrating SIGNL4 with Node-RED, click here. IoT Dashbord / Grafana The ctrlX OS - IoT Dashboard app is built on the open-source software Grafana. It allows you to easily trigger alerts based on specific conditions, such as when a threshold is exceeded. You can integrate SIGNL4 directly within Grafana, as outlined here. CODESYS Another way to integrate SIGNL4 is through CODESYS. Using the HTTP.HttpClient library, CODESYS can send HTTP requests to trigger SIGNL4 alerts. Detailed documentation and a sample implementation can be found here. logiccloud If you’re using the logiccloud app in ctrlX OS, integrating SIGNL4 is simple, and you can leverage the Node-RED integration mentioned above to set it up effortlessly. Additional information is available here. IXON Cloud An app for IXON Cloud is available in ctrlX OS. When using this app, you can add SIGNL4 alerting directly within your IXON Cloud setup, as detailed here. Custom Email or Webhook Last but not least, SIGNL4 supports generic interfaces for triggering or closing alerts, such as a webhook API (HTTP POST) or email (SMTP). These interfaces can be used from your apps or scripts to enable reliable mobile alerting. In other words, any app capable of sending an email or triggering an HTTP request can now send SIGNL4 alerts. Get Started Now By following these steps, you’ve integrated an HTTP POST request into your ctrlX OS workflow, unlocking greater flexibility and connectivity. For more advanced use cases, explore additional libraries or the REST API capabilities. Join the community to share your experiences or ask questions to further enhance your projects! Start Your Integration Today By combining the power of ctrlX with SIGNL4’s reliable mobile alerting, you unlock a new level of operational excellence. Don’t let critical alerts fall through the cracks. Ensure your team is always in the loop and ready to respond. Explore the integration possibilities today and experience the synergy of your ctrlX OS and SIGNL4 firsthand. If you are not using SIGNL4 app you can start here. 105/16/2025How To Integrate CtrlX Core With FlowFuse Device Agent?
I’m facing an issue with connecting FlowFuse Device Agent to CtrlX Core. I have already installed FlowFuse App inside my CtrlX Core and i already following the setup steps in the FlowFuse documentation (ctrlX - Device Agent • FlowFuse Docs) but I still can’t locate the Flowfuse Device Agent folder. Has anyone else encountered a similar problem or have any solutions or suggestions? (Note: I used temporary usage rights license) 205/08/2025PROCON-Web - Why aren't my OPC UA process variables showing live values?
I have successfully browsed and added the 'cpu_utilization_percent' node from the datalayer, via the OPC UA server. I've added the variable to the 'Tag' field of a Numeric Field control. When I load and run the project, I only see an exclamation point (like there's an error) instead of the current value. Furthermore, I don't see a rejected certificate in my OPC UA cert store like I would expect. It's almost like the connection isn't even being attempted. What could my issue be? 304/11/2025PROCON-WEB - Why can't I connect to my virtual core in port forwarding mode?
I am attempting to create a PROCON-WEB project on my virtual core. If I have my virtual core set to use a network adapter, I can connect fine. If I have my virtual core set to port forwarding, I am unable to connect and get the message below saying the system is not available. I can connect to the OPCUA server and browse tags successfully when using port forwarding. How do I fix this? 104/11/2025Experience with Kuka mxautomation codesys library
Does anyone have experience with using the Kuka mxautomation library with ctrlX? Can it be used with UDP from ctrlX? Or is EtherCat/Profinet/EthernetIP required? 204/03/2025Detect and Clear SFK Errors Programmatically
Hi, Question 1 I set a value of 10 to clear-error in data layer but it doesn't clear the error. What is the value I should set to clear-error in Node Red if I want to clear error like pressing the clear error button in SFK interface? Question 2 Is there also a way to detect any error? I am trying to use getcmdstate but I am not sure how it works, will it output the code automatically when error is detected? 302/13/2025Turkish Language for ctrlX System Image Interface
Hi forum, there are Turkish-speaking users of ctrlX PLC Cores available. I am considering translating the ctrlX System Image interface from English to Turkish. Currently, the interface is only available in English and German. If someone could provide me with the language .csv file containing the current texts in ctrlX, I could translate the entire system into Turkish, Hungarian, and Spanish. Does anyone know how I can proceed with translating it for Turkish-speaking ctrlX Core customers? Thank you! 101/23/2025Cannot access Ethercat data in Node-Red
I have a Fanuc R30iB Plus robot controller connected to an X3 over ethercat. Everything appears to be functioning properly and I can read/write IO on the fanuc and see it in IO Engineering and the web portal. I am trying to read and write this IO now from Node-Red and I am getting a 'Request Failed' on the Read node when trying to read the data path. Looking at the debug panel, this seems to be due to invalid json being returned from that read request. If I change the node-red data layer request to metadata (instead of read) and output the result to a debug node, then it seems to read the metadata information fine and the operations properties of that object say that read is a valid operation for that path. The path is: fieldbuses/ethercat/master/instances/ethercatmaster/realtime_data/input/data/FANUC_R_30iB_Plus/IN512.DO00 and this is what is looks like in I/O Engineering and this is what it looks like in the Data Layer explorer using the ctrlx web interface 801/19/2025Problem with grid function of procon GTI
Hello : Has anyone ever used the grid function in Procon GTI? I created a table (as shown in the image), but I’m unable to add rows to the table. Does anyone know how to use it? Thank you! 211/04/2024Need Advice on Optimizing a Hydraulic Control System
Hi all, I am currently working on a project that involves improving the efficiency and performance of a hydraulic control system, and I could really use some guidance from this awesome community. The system is functioning pretty well, but there is definitely room for improvement—specifically, I’d like to reduce response times and energy consumption without compromising precision. I’ve been using Rexroth’s motion control components, but I am still exploring ways to fine-tune things further. Some areas I’ve been considering include adjusting the pressure settings, tweaking valve control strategies, and implementing more efficient software for real-time monitoring. I have gone through these resources/articles https://academy.boschrexroth.com/en_de/developing-and-optimizing-hydraulic-control-systems-en.html Mendix interview questions, however, they are quite useful but I wanted to learn more about the community members. Has anyone here worked on similar projects or encountered challenges when trying to optimize hydraulic systems? I am curious to hear how others have tackled issues like minimizing energy waste, improving responsiveness, and maintaining long-term reliability. Did any of you try advanced control algorithms or incorporate IoT sensors into the mix? I’d also love to know if there are specific Rexroth tools or resources that you’ve found particularly useful for this type of optimization. Any suggestions, tips, or even just sharing your experiences would be incredibly helpful. I’m hoping to get a fresh perspective and maybe some strategies I haven’t thought of yet. Thanks a lot in advance for any insights. 109/12/2024Angular V1 Support for NodeRED Dashboards
The dashboard pallete that is installed by default with the NodeRED app on ctrlX is node-red-dashboard v3.6.5, which is based on Angular v1. As of the end of 2021, Angular v1 is in End of Life status and will now longer maintained or updated with any sort of security improvements. The pallete still works and likely will for a while, but should users have any concerns about working on it without future support? Are there plans to update the NodeRED app to a different default dashboard pallete such as Flow Fuse Dashboard v2.0, uiBuilder, or another? Or will it be up to the user to determine the best application for themselves and install the necessary palletes? 209/10/2024Cedalo MQTT App - dependency core20
Is an update planned for Cedalo MQTT app? It's not possbile to install ctrlx-mosquitto_2.0.19_amd64+arm64.app (latest available version) due to a missing dependency core20, on ctrlX CORE version 2.6 (latest version) which is using core22. 209/04/2024IXON Cloud Connector cant get past registration page
Hello Community, I am trying to test the IXON Cloud connector app following this guide. I have setup the ctrlx for XF10 connected to a internet router and XF51 for PC engineering: After pasting my company ID i cant get past registration page: System Apps: I am using the 10 days Temporary license: Anyone had this issue? Warmest regards, 1407/29/2024Cedalo MQTT Broker - License clarification
Hello, The Cedalo Mosquitto MQTT Broker has two types of licenses: one for 110 connections and one for 1100 connections. What does "connections" mean in this case? Does it refer to the number of MQTT clients or the number of defined topics? Additionally, can we extend the license? Thank you 107/26/2024Smart Function Kit REST API
Hi, What is the endpoint to read SFK graph values via REST? I've managed to get Position / Force values of the graph, but I need the X:Y values as time:force. Any suggestions how to accomplish this? Picture of what I want to read: Also where can I find documentation that describes the endpoints? There is no mention of the curves in the API documentation. Thanks you! 106/17/2024Community-contributed plugin installation on the official Telegraf app
Hello all New CtrlX user here! Has anybody had any experience with installing community-contributed plugin on the official Telegraf app? I'm using version 2.4.0+1.28.2 of Telegraf Best regards, Michael 406/06/2024Issues when deploying Simulink model to virtual PLC
With the following setup: MATLAB R2022a with Simulink v10.5, Embedded Coder v7.8 and MATLAB Coder v5.4 Support Package ctrlX OS Target Simulink V0202 installed ctrlX WORKS v2.4.1 running virtual PLC with Automation Core v2.4.0 and Model Connect v2.4.1 I followed the instructions for the example project cxcStateflow to deploy and monitor via Simulink and the Model Connect app. However, at the 'Build for moitoring' step, I was unable to deploy the code, Simulink returns "ERROR: Failed to send file to the model connect snap" message with no further information. If I try to manually upload the zip files generated by Simulink, I get the following error message /ctrlx-automation-how-tos-qmglrz33/post/modelling-deploying-and-running-simulink-r-models-on-ctrlx-os-AGTZnxw3ypHHaYG Appriciate any help or suggestions. 105/03/2024Flowfuse sends ctrlX Virtual to no response mode
After installing Flowfuse it seems that this application crashes the virtual ctrlX and requires a lot of resources (it seems to make the virtual ctrlX go into no response mode from time to time). Anyone has run into this issue and know why and how to fix it ? Thanks Using the latest version of ctrlX : V2.4.1. 102/28/2024arch-overview.x
I am currently preparing for the release of a new app. So i was reading the guide again. In subsection 2.1 I found that I should have a arch-overview.x but apparently this was lost during the development process. Fromt he requirements and the undefined file ending I assume the desired file is a UML or a combination of UML and text/markdown files. It is also stated that it should be stored int he {appname} folder and updated with every version, which indicates that it either represents all versions or only the last one. So I hope that someone could provide an example of the file. Preferably also pointing out its evolution over multiple versions. 302/12/2024Spider Control read datalayer
Hi, i've just started a short evaluation of spider control and a few questions arised: 1. When importing the application xml file, structs and inputs/outputs of function blocks are not presented as variables is there any way to make these work? 2. If i want to read a node that is not in the symbol-list of the plc like the cpu utilization, can i do that somehow? @ininet 101/16/2024Wittenstein Cynapse integration in ctrlX
Hello, Anybody has expererience in integrating a Wittenstein Cynapse gear in the ctrlX world? Expecially which realtime and historic data is available in the datalayer is for me interessting? Does there exist a manual or how-to to describe how to use this for predictive maintenance? Best regards 411/27/2023May a Data Layer node as string input made be with asterisks?
Is it possible to 'hide' a string input by only showing asterisks in a Data Layer node and not let copy someone the string input? Would appreciate your answers. Best wishes so far in advance 211/20/2023Nexeed on WR
Has anyone run the nexeed app on a WR21? I know there are some issues with OpenGL on mobile devices and I wanted to know if this device will support it. 110/13/2023About ctrlX works
Hello, I Have third party HMI panel, which is based on Linux Debian Operating system . I want to run HMI SDK on it , for that do i need to install ctrlX works? @ctrlXWorld @CTRLXCore 309/25/2023ctrlX Automation APP creation
Hi, We have an Australia customer who is keen to create their own APP within ctrlX Automation platform. What's the commercial terms for APP creation? Can you please kindly share the link of content? Thank you and best regards, 307/13/2023Virtual Assist on Mobile
When trying to run the virtual assist from a remote mobile device we get the error that Unity WebGL is not supported on mobile. Is there a minimum class of devices that is recommended for running this app? Are there any settings that could be changed to make this compatible with mobile? 106/27/2023Nexeed PPM on CtrlX
Hello, I would like to know if Nexeed PPM is available on CtrlX now or will it be available in the future? Thanks, Bala 104/17/2023[Need help] MQTT broker license issue
Hi, I am using cedalo MQTT Broker on ctrlX CORE. The MQTT broker just worked for 2 days and today it promted message "License for Mosquitto Management Center required" when I opened the broker app. This message appeared after I restarted the ctrlX CORE. Please check the error message and license screenshots. 804/05/2023CANNOT VIEW DATA IN MEASUREMENT OF OEE.AI
Hi, I have connected to OEE.Ai by using example node-red include of in GitLab. At the Node-red: OEE node has already connected status. At the OEE's Sensor: I can view data counting from client side. how ever, there is no data visualize in Machine/Measurements. A few questions on this topic. - How is data from Node-red can push into the tags on OEE? At the moment, I only see data can publish by ID & Token via "OEE.AI cloud connector" node. But, I can't use more than 1 node because of license limited even I installed license for 1 device within 1 year. - Most of the instruction in OEE for connection are using API. So, in Node-red is there any insruction for quickly connect to cloud or we keep using API. please share if you may know those things. Much appreciate! 102/27/2023Cant find cloud connector app in collaboration room
Hi i cant seem to find the cloud connector app in the collaboration room folder. we've already bought the licenses already 102/15/2023
