New functions:

PV2PV mapping
The variable declaration and I/O mapping editors can now map PVs to PVs.

New AsIOTrc library.
This library provides function blocks for using the I/O trace driver (DdxxIoTrace) in Automation Runtime. They
offer support for X2X oscilloscope functions with additional data logging options.

EPL-V2
EPL-V2 MN (managing node) mode is supported. 3rd-party devices with fixed mapping that are capable of using
EPL-V2 as well as the X20BCxx83 and X67BC8321-1 bus controllers can be operated.

EPLV2 library
This library provides the EPLV2 functions necessary for user tasks. This library is particularly important with
regard to 3rd-part devices so that users can use the corresponding 3rd-party device connections without
separate I/O drivers.

AR010 as a service
Beginning with Automation Runtime version C2.90, the AR010 (ar010loader.exe loader) can be started as a service in the Windows system. This makes it possible to change users without having to end AR010.

SNTP support
It is possible to synchronize the system time of Automation Runtime targets on a network using SNTP. SNTP
stands for Simple Network Time Protocol and basically allows time information to be distributed in a network.
In Automation Runtime, an SNTP server and an SNTP client can be configured. The server waits for queries
from the client and then sends its own time back for use on the client.

New Hardware:
-Power Panel
Modules in the PP45, PP300, and PP400 product families are now supported.
-X20 CPU
A new high-powered CPU has been added to the product line. It can even effectively handle cycle times of 200
µs. Ethernet and USB are onboard. Network capability and connecting USB devices are therefore possible at no
additional cost. In addition, every CPU has a connection for real-time communication.
-SGC CPU
A new compact CPU has been added to the product line. A "System Generation Compact CPU" (SGC) refers to CPUs with µP16 and µP25 embedded processors. The following CPUs from the X20 family are included: CP0201, CP0291, CP0292, XC0201, XC0202.

Improved module download
The transfer speed of BR modules has been considerably improved by modifying the transfer mechanism. In addition, the dialog boxes that appeared when downloading modules have been grouped together in a single dialog box.

AR remote install
Installing software on B&R Automation Runtime systems can now be done directly from a USB storage device.

Terminal mode support for PP300/PP400
With Automation Runtime Version P2.90 and higher, Terminal mode is supported for PP300 and PP400 Power
Panels.

MOTION COMPONENTS
Cam editor
-Mechanical cam profile
In the cam profile editor, data that is entered in table form (x and y coordinates or just y coordinates) can be
inserted. The polynomials for the cam profile are calculated using a configurable interpolation mode as well as
the number of polynomials.
-Fixed point and synchronous section list
Fixed point and synchronous section lists can be imported from a file if the data is present in the .CSV file
format.

NC Trace
-Multi-axis trace
If the ParID trace configuration contains different NC objects that are entered in the trace configuration, a multi-axis trace is carried out automatically.
-Trace configuration
The trace configuration is new and can be saved in its own files using the shortcut menu.
-Virtual axis
NC Trace can no longer be configured for virtual axes.

NC Test
-PLCopen commands
In NC Test, an automatic global initialization is carried out before a PLCopen command is performed if the initialization has not yet taken place.
-NC Test mode
The NC Test can be operated in parallel and exclusive mode.
-NC object structure
The NC object structure in NC Test is read cyclically. New values can continue to be entered.

INIT parameter module
If an NC INIT parameter module is uploaded to a project with the "Upload from target" command, then the
hardware mapping is kept in the following circumstances:
· An NC INIT parameter module with the same name is already present.
· The NC INIT parameter module in the project has the exact same hardware mapping.


VISUAL COMPONENTS
Bitmap border
Bitmaps can be used to draw a border around a control.
Simply create a new border of type "Bitmap" and adjust the split accordingly.

Multiple text and multiple bitmap on button
-Multiple texts
Texts on the button can now be switched directly at runtime using an index data point.
Using a text snippet is no longer necessary.
-Multiple bitmaps
Bitmaps in a bitmap group can be switched on a button control at runtime using an index data point.

Cross reference
Resource links are displayed with this.
The resource's shortcut menu can be used to check where it is being used.

Data point names
A descriptive text for the displayed data point can be output on the touchpad.

Event library
Advanced programming interface for a Visual Components application. It contains event mechanisms for
responding to user input as well as access functions for data points and their unit configurations.

Global text groups
There are global text groups. Their texts are available in all visualizations.
They can be found in the "Shared resources" group.

Key actions
There are two additional key action types:
-Clipboard
These key actions (cut, copy, paste, toggle selection mode) can only be used on a touchpad for the Edit control
and execute the action there.
Toggle selection mode means that the cursor highlights the text until the mode is reset.
-MoveTouchpad
This key action is also only available on touchpads. It can transport the touchpad focus to any display edge if it
has been opened at an unsuitable position.
The MoveCursor key action has also been updated:
There are now advanced navigation options in addition to the four directions:
- Jump to first/last position in row.
- Scroll sideways

Functional update
The Import Resource wizard has been updated to include new functions.
Now all parts of a project can be imported with their dependencies.
First, all desired components are selected:
-Rename & Modify
Imports the selected object. If this object is already present in the target project, the object is renamed and all
imported objects refer to the new, renamed object.
-Redirect
If the object being imported is already inserted in the visualization application (same name and type), then the
object is not imported again.
-Remove
Does not import the selected resource and deletes its dependencies. For example, if a text group is imported,
then a language might explicitly be "removed". In this case, the text group is imported without the respective
language.
-Skip
Same behavior as "Redirect". However, this option is always available, not just when the resource has the same
name in the source and target projects (like "Redirect").
-Overwrite
The resource is replaced.

Dynamic decimal point shifting
It is now possible to control the number of decimal places in a numeric entry field using the
AddFractionDigitsDatapoint.

Edit control
The edit control is a considerably advanced string control that can be used to edit longer texts.
It supports multi-line output, copy/paste, syntax highlighting, etc.

New properties
-ConnectionErrorPage
"ConnectionErrorPage" makes it possible to display an interrupted connection in Terminal mode.
-Backlight data point
The backlight data point makes it possible to determine how much time the background lighting stays lit until it
switches off.
-FallBackLanguage
The "FallBackLanguage" specifies the default language. If there is no translation for an entry (e.g. test group),
the text from the FallBackLanguage is displayed in its place.
-TeachIn
"TeachIn" is a preset value for numeric entries.


System requirements

Operating system
Windows XP (SP2 required for AS2.5.3, AS3.0.5x and higher)
Processor
At least Pentium II 400 MHz
RAM
At least 256 MB
Hard disk space
At least 600 MB free
Graphics
XGA (1024 x 768)
Internet Explorer >=6.0