Quick Start

Overview

Get started with FrameworX 10.1 in minutes, not hours. This Quick Start guide provides hands-on tutorials and learning paths tailored to your role. Whether you're building your first solution or exploring FrameworX capabilities, you'll find the fastest path to productivity here.

Your First Solution - 5 Minutes to Success

What You'll Build

In just 5 minutes, create a working solution with:

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? Success! You've created your first FrameworX solution!

Solution Center Overview

Understanding the Interface

Essential Operations

Creating Solutions

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Managing Solutions

• Backup - Create safety copy
• Export - Package for deployment
• Delete - Remove solution
• Properties - View/edit settings

Designer Basics

Workspace Layout

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?  Menu Bar            [File][Edit][View][Tools][Help]    ?
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?  Navigation  ?     Design Canvas      ?   Properties    ?
?     Tree     ?                        ?     Panel       ?
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? ? Solution   ?                        ?  Tag: Temp      ?
?   ? UNS      ?                        ?  Type: Float    ?
?     • Tags   ?                        ?  Value: 75.5    ?
?   ? Devices  ?                        ?                 ?
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?  Output Window      [Build][Errors][Search Results]     ?
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Key Designer Features

Navigation Tips

• Double-click items to edit
• Right-click for context menus
• Drag-drop between panels
• Ctrl+S saves current item
• F5 starts test mode

Runtime Fundamentals

Runtime Components

Execution Modes

Development Mode

• Full diagnostics enabled
• Detailed error messages
• Performance monitoring
• Online configuration changes

Production Mode

• Optimized performance
• Minimal logging
• Security enforced
• Stable operation

Monitoring Runtime

1. Runtime Information
   • Solution Center → Tools → Runtime Info
   • Shows module status, memory, connections
2. Property Watch
   • Monitor tag values in real-time
   • See quality and timestamps
3. Diagnostics
   • View logs and traces
   • Analyze performance

Choose Your Path

Select Your Learning Journey

Based on your role and experience, choose the path that best fits your needs:

For Control Engineers

Your Focus

Traditional automation professionals working with PLCs, HMIs, and SCADA systems.

Recommended Learning Path

Week 1: Foundation

1. Device Communication
   • Configure your PLC brand
   • Test live data collection
   • Troubleshoot connections
2. Basic HMI Development
   • Create operator displays
   • Build equipment faceplates
   • Implement navigation
3. Alarm Configuration
   • Setup alarm conditions
   • Configure notifications
   • Test acknowledgments

Week 2: Advanced Topics

• Complex Graphics - Animations and symbols
• Control Logic - Scripts for automation
• Trending - Historical data visualization
• Reports - Shift and production reports

Hands-On Exercises

• Connect to Allen-Bradley PLC
• Build motor control faceplate
• Create tank level display
• Implement alarm banner

Start Control Engineer Path →

For IT Professionals

Your Focus

IT/OT convergence, enterprise integration, databases, and cybersecurity.

Recommended Learning Path

Week 1: Foundation

1. Database Integration
   • Connect to SQL databases
   • Build queries
   • Real-time synchronization
2. Web Technologies
   • Deploy web clients
   • Configure HTTPS
   • Setup authentication
3. Security Implementation
   • User management
   • Role-based access
   • Audit trails

Week 2: Advanced Topics

• Enterprise Integration - ERP/MES connections
• Cloud Deployment - AWS/Azure setup
• API Development - REST/GraphQL
• Performance Tuning - Database optimization

Hands-On Exercises

• Connect to SQL Server
• Deploy web dashboard
• Implement Active Directory
• Create REST API endpoint

Start IT Professional Path →

For System Integrators

Your Focus

Complete solution delivery from design through deployment and support.

Recommended Learning Path

Week 1: Foundation

1. Architecture Design
   • Platform architecture
   • Sizing and scaling
   • Network design
2. Solution Development
   • Four-pillar methodology
   • Template creation
   • Standards implementation
3. Deployment Strategies
   • Installation procedures
   • Redundancy setup
   • Backup strategies

Week 2: Advanced Topics

• Project Delivery - Methodologies and tools
• Performance Optimization - Large-scale systems
• Custom Development - Advanced scripting
• Training Delivery - End-user education

Hands-On Exercises

• Design multi-site architecture
• Build reusable templates
• Implement redundancy
• Create training materials

Start System Integrator Path →

Next Steps

After Quick Start

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• Community Forum - Ask questions, share solutions
• User Groups - Local meetups
• Annual Conference - Training and networking

Quick Reference Card

Essential Shortcuts

Common Tasks

File Locations

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Troubleshooting Quick Start

Common First-Time Issues

Getting Help

• Built-in Help - Press F1 anywhere
• Documentation - You're already here!
• Community Forum - Ask questions
• Support - Open ticket

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