Horner CScape

Horner Cscape Programming Software

Cscape is Horner Automation’s integrated programming and configuration software for the **Horner OCS (Operator Control Station)** range of all-in-one controllers. Designed to simplify machine and process automation development, Cscape brings **PLC programming, HMI screen development, I/O configuration, communications, networking and diagnostics together within a single software environment**. Unlike systems that require separate software packages for the PLC and operator interface, Cscape allows the complete Horner OCS application to be developed and maintained from one project. This integrated approach reduces engineering time, simplifies commissioning and makes future modifications and troubleshooting easier.

One Software Package for the Complete OCS

A Horner OCS combines PLC control, operator interface, I/O and communications within a single industrial controller. Cscape provides the engineering environment needed to configure and program these functions. From a single Cscape project, engineers can develop the machine control logic, configure local and remote I/O, create graphical operator screens, establish communications with other equipment and monitor the controller during commissioning.

Powerful PLC Programming

Cscape provides a powerful **free-form, drag-and-drop Ladder Logic editor** with an extensive library of functions for developing anything from simple machine control through to sophisticated process automation applications.

Programming capabilities include:

• Ladder Logic programming
• IEC 61131 programming support
• Mathematical and comparison functions
• Floating-point calculations
• Timers and counters
• PID process control
• String handling
• Data conversion
• Flow control
• Data logging
• User-defined functions and function blocks
• Advanced diagnostics and debugging

Cscape's IEC programming environment also supports languages including **Ladder Diagram, Structured Text, Function Block Diagram and Sequential Function Chart**, providing engineers with flexibility when developing more complex automation applications.

Integrated HMI Development

Cscape is not simply PLC programming software. The same development environment is used to create the **graphical HMI screens displayed on the Horner OCS touchscreen**.

Operators can be provided with clear, intuitive screens incorporating controls and visualisation objects such as:

• Pushbuttons and selector switches
• Numeric data entry and display
• Status indicators
• Gauges and meters
• Alarm displays
• Recipes
• Trends and graphs
• Animated graphics
• Machine and process status information

The result is a fully integrated PLC and HMI application without the complexity of maintaining separate PLC and HMI projects.

Advanced Cscape 10 Graphics

**Cscape 10** introduces a redesigned development environment and enhanced graphics capabilities, particularly for Horner's latest **Canvas OCS** controllers.

The Advanced Graphics Engine provides modern objects and improved tools for developing professional machine interfaces, including enhanced:

• Trend graphs
• XY graphs
• Scatter graphs
• Alarm handling
• Recipe management
• Data objects
• Indicators
• Switches and selectors
• Sliders and rotary controls
• Video playback
• Screen backgrounds and navigation

Tabbed graphics editing allows multiple screens and logic routines to be conveniently organised and accessed during application development.

Easy I/O Configuration

Horner OCS controllers are available with a wide range of built-in and expandable digital, analogue, temperature and high-speed I/O options. Cscape provides a central location for configuring this hardware, allowing engineers to define the OCS hardware configuration, assign I/O and configure associated operating parameters without requiring separate configuration software. This makes Cscape particularly convenient for applications using Horner's integrated I/O and **OCS-I/O remote expansion system**.

Communications and Networking

Modern automation systems rarely operate independently. Cscape provides the tools required to configure the OCS to communicate with drives, PLCs, remote I/O, instrumentation and other industrial equipment.

Depending on the OCS model and application, communications can include technologies such as:

• Ethernet
• Modbus TCP
• Modbus RTU
• EtherNet/IP
• BACnet/IP
• CAN-based communications
• CsCAN
• Serial communications
• FTP
• MQTT and IIoT connectivity

This allows a Horner OCS to function not only as the machine controller and HMI, but also as an important communications hub within an automation system.

Online Monitoring and Diagnostics

Cscape provides valuable commissioning and maintenance tools that allow engineers to connect directly to the OCS and **upload, download, monitor and debug** the application. Real-time monitoring helps technicians see what is happening within the controller while the machine is operating, significantly reducing the time required to diagnose I/O, logic and communications problems.

WebMI Remote Monitoring

For compatible Horner OCS controllers, Cscape can also be used to develop **WebMI** applications. WebMI enables OCS application screens and controller data to be accessed through a web browser, allowing authorised users to monitor or interact with the machine using devices such as PCs, tablets and smartphones. This provides a convenient method of adding remote machine visualisation without developing a completely separate web-based HMI application.

User-Friendly Development Environment

Cscape 10 incorporates a modernised user interface designed to make larger automation projects easier to develop and maintain.

Features include:

• Ribbon-style toolbar
• Quick Access Toolbar
• Project Navigator
• Project Toolbox
• Tabbed graphics development
• Improved ladder display options
• Screen management
• Project backup management
• Improved variable mapping
• Hardware configuration tools
• Integrated communications and diagnostics

These tools help engineers organise complex projects while maintaining convenient access to logic, graphics, hardware and communications settings.

Why Use Cscape with Horner OCS?

The major advantage of Cscape is **integration**. Instead of treating the PLC, HMI, I/O and communications as separate systems, Horner provides an engineering platform designed around the complete OCS architecture.

This provides several practical benefits:

• Single programming environment** for PLC, HMI, I/O and communications
• Reduced engineering time** compared with separate PLC and HMI software packages
• Simplified commissioning and troubleshooting
• Powerful Ladder Logic and IEC programming capabilities
• Integrated graphical HMI development
• Extensive communications and networking support
• Data logging, alarms, recipes and trending
• Remote monitoring through WebMI
• One project file for easier machine support and maintenance
• Scalable development platform** covering a wide range of Horner OCS controllers

Cscape – One Programming Environment for Horner OCS

From a compact standalone machine through to a sophisticated networked process control system, **Horner Cscape provides the programming, visualisation and configuration tools required to develop the complete OCS application**. By combining controller programming, HMI development, I/O configuration, communications and diagnostics into one integrated environment, Cscape helps reduce development complexity while taking full advantage of the all-in-one capabilities of the Horner OCS platform.

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