Each new data item represents a CIMPLICITY point definition. Points are created when an object is created. The points are associated with the object.
Select the Data Items tab in the Class dialog box.
Click New.
A New Data Item dialog box opens.
Fill in the fields as follows.
Field / Radio Button |
Description |
Data Item |
A unique name for the data item. The data item template will become a point for a class object. The Data Item ID: Is limited to 16 characters. Can be composed of Uppercase alphabetic characters, Numeric characters and Underscores. Must begin with an alphabetic character. Cannot contain spaces. |
Device/Virtual |
Selected device or virtual data item definition will become a device or virtual point. |
Analog/Boolean/Text |
Selection for Data item class will be the point's class for an object. |
Click OK.
Result: The Data Item dialog box opens. The available tabs and options in the dialog box depend on your Type and Class selections.
Note: You can also duplicate an existing data item and modify it.
Step 4. Configure data items. |