Access the iFIX Sample Picture

Before you begin

To use iFIX with VisiconX, edit the FixUserPreferences.ini configuration file.

About this task

The HistoricalAnimation.grf file contains an iFIX sample picture with the VisiconX controls. It is located in the Historian\Samples\iFIX folder.

Procedure

  1. Copy the HistoricalAnimation.grf file to your Dynamics/Pic folder.
  2. Start iFIX.
  3. Open iFIX WorkSpace.
  4. Double-click the Pictures folder.
  5. Double-click the HistoricalAnimation picture.
    The picture appears in the workspace.You can now perform the following tasks:
    • Modify the picture.
    • Switch between the configure and run modes.
    • Follow the steps on the picture.
    • View the properties of the VisiconX controls.
    • Change the properties.
    Note: You can have multiple VisiconX controls that each link to different Historian servers.