Introduction
The Win-GRAF WP-5000 Series (WP-5238-CE7) is the new generation WinCE 7.0 based Win-GRAF PAC (Programmable Automation Controller) from ICP DAS. This series PAC is equipped with a Cortex A8 CPU (1 GHz) and running a windows CE.NET 7.0 operating system. The optional I/O expansion board, XV-board, provides high-protection I/O. Using the built-in micro SD, the Win-GRAF WP-5000 series can save application programs, image files, and data.
The benefits of running Windows CE on a WinPAC device include hard real-time capability, achievable deterministic control and allowing PAC can have a PC-like window displays and operating environment. The PACs are capable of running Win-GRAF (IEC 61131-3 Standard) software to develop logic control applications, and also supporting M.S. VS 2008 software (VB .NET, C#) to develop HMI and data management applications that can exchange data with Win-GRAF applications. So the application's design is more convenient and more practical.