Any number system has a radix or base. We can use any system for counting. Every system has its own symbols. The radix of a number system determines the total number of system symbols.
Number systems are:
• Decimal number system
• Binary number system
• Octal number system
• Hexadecimal number system
Jul 18, 2010
Number Systems
Programming devices
We can enter program into PLC by one of two basic types of programming devices
• Personal computers (PC).
• Mini programmers.
1- Personal computer
Due to the general-purpose architecture of personal computers, most PLC manufacturers and provide the necessary PC software to implement ladder program entry, editing, and real-time monitoring of the PLC’s program. The figure blow show PC software for PLC