Hello, we are currently in the process of demolishing some outdated GE Fanuc plc's. Unfortunately, we do not have a means of accessing the old DOS Logicmaster Series 5 and 6 ladder programs. Is there a way to convert these programs into a PDF format so that we can identify the I/O connections? We do not require online access for this. I have tried running the DOS software on different platforms, but I keep receiving an error message prompting me to use the original disks' DOS version (DOS 3.2). I have successfully set up a virtual machine with DOS 3.2 as the operating system, yet the error persists.
I am in need of assistance to convert the .LAD files, namely AUX0398 (LM5) and another one labeled LM6. Thank you in advance for your help with this task.
Discover the details of the Series Six program in this listing. Please note that LM5 is no longer available.
Thanks a lot, Steve! This forum truly has an amazing community. I'm curious, are you using the LM6 on a virtual machine with DOS 3.2 or on a vintage 386 PC?
Operating LM6 through DOSBox, I used the "ver" command which showed the DOSBox version as 0.74-2 and reported the DOS version as 5.00.
I encounter the following error messages when attempting to execute the program.
While GE Fanuc PLCs are indeed quite old, your interest in recovering ladder programs from the Logicmaster series makes perfect sense. It's not so straightforward to convert those programs directly into a PDF format though. What you can do instead is to use an old PC which can operate on DOS (preferably one compatible with Logicmaster). Once you've loaded the programs onto the PC, you can use the print screen function to capture the screen images of the ladder diagrams. Now, you've got your diagrams in a digital format, so you can save these images as PDFs. It may be laborious, but this workaround should let you document your I/O connections.
Considering your situation, I'd recommend leveraging third-party software such as 'DOSBox' which is designed to handle these legacy issues specifically. It's essentially an emulator that can run older DOS-based software on modern operating systems. Once you manage to access the application via DOSBox, you could simply screenshot the ladder diagrams or use a print-to-PDF function to get the diagrams in a PDF format. Please note to verify the company's data guidelines and intellectual property rights before proceeding with this solution.
Hi there, it seems you're dealing with some stubborn vintage tech! You may want to try using third-party software such as DOSBox or similar to emulate the older DOS environment. These tools can often solve the compatibility issues you're dealing with. Alternatively, you could attempt to physically convert the ladder logic diagrams to a different medium, though this could prove to be a more time-consuming process. Lastly, consider reaching out to an automation specialist or someone experienced with Fanuc's older PLC systems, they might have a more direct solution to the issue you're facing.
You might want to give GE's VersaPro a try, if you haven't already. It's more compatible with modern operating systems and might be able to read and convert your old Logicmaster ladder programs, although I'm not entirely sure about series 5 and 6. If VersaPro doesn't work, another option might be to build a genuine DOS 3.2 machine, as the emulation might not be perfect with a virtual machine. Old PCs compatible with DOS 3.2 are frequently available on online auction sites. Lastly, remember to check the compatibility of your virtual machine with your current system's hardware, as some incompatibilities might impede the DOS software from running smoothly.
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Answer: Answer: Yes, there are methods available to convert these programs into PDF format without needing online access.
Answer: Answer: If you are facing errors, it might be helpful to set up a virtual machine with the original DOS version specified by the software (DOS 3.2 in this case).
Answer: Answer: Setting up a virtual machine with the required DOS version (DOS 3.2) could potentially help in resolving this error message.
Answer: Answer: While specific recommendations may vary, there are tools available that can assist in converting these programs into a readable PDF format for I/O connection identification.
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