Instruction manual

ControlWaveLP Introduction / 1-3
The ControlWave programming environment consists of a set of integrated software tools
which allow a user to create, test, implement, and download complex control strategies for
use with Bristol’s ControlWave Process Automation Controller.
Figure 1-3 - ControlWave - Control Strategy Software Diagram
The tools that make up the programming environment are:
• ControlWave Designer load building package offers several different methods for
generating and debugging control strategy programs including function blocks, ladder
logic, structured languages, etc. The resulting process control load programs are fully
compatible with IEC 61131-3 standards. Various communication methods as offered,
including TCP/IP, serial links, as well as communication to Bristol Babcock’s Open BSI
software and networks
.