Title:
Festo Automation Suite - Extension
Subtitle:
PLC programming with CODESYS technology
Document type:
Commissioning
Version Download

Based on CODESYS V3.5.18.40

64-bit version

New Features:

  • Simple selection of the CODESYS version to use native CODESYS versions already installed on the PC
  • The CODESYS setup is no longer automatically included in the installation package of the CODESYS extension from this version onwards
  • Support of user-specific CODESYS versions that are not released by Festo
  • Automatic installation of Festo CODESYS packages in the CODESYS standard installation
  • The CODESYS window can be opened via the Festo Automation Suite topology editor
  • Starticon for direct access to the CODESYS programming environment
  • Hotkeys available for saving, opening and closing projects

Fixed Bugs:

  • Encrypted CODESYS projects can be opened by entering the password



Known Limitations:

  • Virtual controllers such as Control Win v3 and SoftMotion Win v3 are currently not yet supported
  • Replacing or updating controllers is not supported in CODESYS
CODESYS_2.8.0.138.fsx Deutsch [de], English [en] File size: 37 MB Version: 2.8.0.138 (07/06/2024)
Version 2.7.0.64 (x86)

Based on CODESYS V3.5.16.10

32-bit version

Fixed Bugs:

  • No error message if CODESYS installation folder cannot be found


Known Limitations:

  • Certain context menu commands in graphical editors might have no effect after an object has been added from the right sidebar:
    • For aligning objects
    • For opening the input assistant dialog
  • Workaround:
    • Use the corresponding command in the main menu in the toolbar
    • Switch to another editor tab and back
CODESYS_2.7.0.64_x86.fsx File size: 1302 MB Version: 2.7.0.64 (04/12/2023)
Version 2.7.0.64 (x64)

Based on CODESYS V3.5.16.10

64-bit version

Fixed Bugs:

  • No error message if CODESYS installation folder cannot be found


Known Limitations:

  • Certain context menu commands in graphical editors might have no effect after an object has been added from the right sidebar:
    • For aligning objects
    • For opening the input assistant dialog
  • Workaround:
    • Use the corresponding command in the main menu in the toolbar
    • Switch to another editor tab and back
CODESYS_2.7.0.64_x64.fsx File size: 1302 MB Version: 2.7.0.64 (04/12/2023)
Version 2.6.0.93 (x64)

Based on CODESYS V3.5.16.10

64-bit version

Fixed Bugs:

  • Shutting down Windows while the application is active sporadically leads to CODESYS initialization errors upon the next startup of Festo Automation Suite
  • No feedback when creating the boot application


Known Limitations:

  • Certain context menu commands in graphical editors might have no effect after an object has been added from the right sidebar:
    • For aligning objects
    • For opening the input assistant dialog
  • Workaround:
    • Use the corresponding command in the main menu in the toolbar
    • Switch to another editor tab and back
CODESYS_2.6.0.93_x64.fsx Deutsch [de], English [en] File size: 1300 MB Version: 2.6.0.93 (30/05/2023)
Version 2.6.0.93 (x86)

Based on CODESYS V3.5.16.10

32-bit version

Fixed Bugs:

  • Shutting down Windows while the application is active sporadically leads to CODESYS initialization errors upon the next startup of Festo Automation Suite
  • No feedback when creating the boot application


Known Limitations:

  • Certain context menu commands in graphical editors might have no effect after an object has been added from the right sidebar:
    • For aligning objects
    • For opening the input assistant dialog
  • Workaround:
    • Use the corresponding command in the main menu in the toolbar
    • Switch to another editor tab and back
CODESYS_2.6.0.93_x86.fsx Deutsch [de], English [en] File size: 1301 MB Version: 2.6.0.93 (30/05/2023)
Version 2.5.0.154 (x64)

Based on CODESYS V3.5.16.10

64-bit version

New Features:

  • Adding and removing devices is now possible in the "Programming" context


Fixed Bugs:


Known Limitations:

  • Certain context menu commands in graphical editors might have no effect after an object has been added from the right sidebar:
    • For aligning objects
    • For opening the input assistant dialog
  • Workaround:
    • Use the corresponding command in the main menu in the toolbar
    • Switch to another editor tab and back
CODESYS_2.5.0.154_x64.fsx Deutsch [de], English [en] File size: 1300 MB Version: 2.5.0.154 (30/11/2022)
Version 2.5.0.154 (x86)

Based on CODESYS V3.5.16.10

32-bit version

New Features:

  • Adding and removing devices is now possible in the "Programming" context


Fixed Bugs:


Known Limitations:

  • Certain context menu commands in graphical editors might have no effect after an object has been added from the right sidebar:
    • For aligning objects
    • For opening the input assistant dialog
  • Workaround:
    • Use the corresponding command in the main menu in the toolbar
    • Switch to another editor tab and back
CODESYS_2.5.0.154_x86.fsx Deutsch [de], English [en] File size: 1300 MB Version: 2.5.0.154 (30/11/2022)
Version 2.4.0.120 (x64)

Based on CODESYS V3.5.16.10

64-bit version

Fixed Bugs:

  • Keyboard shortcut [Shift]-[Esc] (hiding and showing of the message window) does not work


Known Limitations:

  • Certain context menu commands in graphical editors might have no effect after an object has been added from the right sidebar:
    • For aligning objects
    • For opening the input assistant dialog
  • Workaround:
    • Use the corresponding command in the main menu in the toolbar
    • Switch to another editor tab and back
CODESYS_2.4.0.120_x64.fsx Deutsch [de], English [en] File size: 1300 MB Version: 2.4.0.120 (24/05/2022)
Version 2.4.0.120 (x86)

Based on CODESYS V3.5.16.10

32-bit version

Fixed Bugs:

  • Keyboard shortcut [Shift]-[Esc] (hiding and showing of the message window) does not work


Known Limitations:

  • Certain context menu commands in graphical editors might have no effect after an object has been added from the right sidebar:
    • For aligning objects
    • For opening the input assistant dialog
  • Workaround:
    • Use the corresponding command in the main menu in the toolbar
    • Switch to another editor tab and back
CODESYS_2.4.0.120_x86.fsx Deutsch [de], English [en] File size: 1300 MB Version: 2.4.0.120 (24/05/2022)
Version 2.3.0.201 (x64)

Based on CODESYS V3.5.16.10

 

64-bit version

New Features:

  • Online help updated


Fixed Bugs:

  • CODESYS device repository is sporadically shown in the background, blocking the application
  • Time scale in trace starts at 49 days after a download


Known Limitations:

  • Certain context menu commands in graphical editors might have no effect after an object has been added from the right sidebar:
    • For aligning objects
    • For opening the input assistant dialog
  • Workaround:
    • Use the corresponding command in the main menu in the toolbar
    • Switch to another editor tab and back
CODESYS_2.3.0.201_x64.fsx Deutsch [de], English [en] File size: 1301 MB Version: 2.3.0.201 (30/11/2021)
Version 2.3.0.201 (x86)

Based on CODESYS V3.5.16.10

 

32-bit version

New Features:

  • Online help updated


Fixed Bugs:

  • CODESYS device repository is sporadically shown in the background, blocking the application
  • Time scale in trace starts at 49 days after a download


Known Limitations:

  • Certain context menu commands in graphical editors might have no effect after an object has been added from the right sidebar:
    • For aligning objects
    • For opening the input assistant dialog
  • Workaround:
    • Use the corresponding command in the main menu in the toolbar
    • Switch to another editor tab and back
CODESYS_2.3.0.201_x86.fsx Deutsch [de], English [en] File size: 1302 MB Version: 2.3.0.201 (30/11/2021)
Version 2.2.0.260 (x86)

Based on CODESYS V3.5.16.10

32-bit version

New Features:

  • EtherCAT slave devices are now additionally shown in the navigator of the "Programming" context
  • If a device editor is shown in the "Programming" context, it is automatically closed in the respective plug-in and vice versa
  • Support for CODESYS simulation mode
  • Support for CODESYS "Security Screen" dialog
  • Docking of undocked editor windows is conveniently possible if all editors are undocked


Fixed Bugs:

  • Application cannot be compiled after deleting and restoring the "Application" node in the navigator
  • Context menu does not properly close when changing to a different window while the menu is open
  • Undocked editor windows are not greyed out when a modal dialog is shown
  • Device name is missing in the title of an undocked editor window
  • Closing of the "Input Assistant" dialog via the "Cancel" button does work reliably
  • Some CODESYS keyboard shortcuts not working correctly


Known Issues:

  • Certain context menu commands in graphical editors might have no effect after an object has been added from the right sidebar:
    • For aligning objects
    • For opening the input assistant dialog
  • Workaround:
    • Use the corresponding command in the main menu in the toolbar
    • Switch to another editor tab and back
CODESYS_2.2.0.260_x86.fsx File size: 1286 MB Version: 2.2.0.260 (30/05/2021)
Version 2.2.0.260 (x64)

Based on CODESYS V3.5.16.10

64-bit version

New Features:

  • EtherCAT slave devices are now additionally shown in the navigator of the "Programming" context
  • If a device editor is shown in the "Programming" context, it is automatically closed in the respective plug-in and vice versa
  • Support for CODESYS simulation mode
  • Support for CODESYS "Security Screen" dialog
  • Docking of undocked editor windows is conveniently possible if all editors are undocked


Fixed Bugs:

  • Application cannot be compiled after deleting and restoring the "Application" node in the navigator
  • Context menu does not properly close when changing to a different window while the menu is open
  • Undocked editor windows are not greyed out when a modal dialog is shown
  • Device name is missing in the title of an undocked editor window
  • Closing of the "Input Assistant" dialog via the "Cancel" button does work reliably
  • Some CODESYS keyboard shortcuts not working correctly


Known Issues:

  • Certain context menu commands in graphical editors might have no effect after an object has been added from the right sidebar:
    • For aligning objects
    • For opening the input assistant dialog
  • Workaround:
    • Use the corresponding command in the main menu in the toolbar
    • Switch to another editor tab and back
CODESYS_2.2.0.260_x64.fsx File size: 1286 MB Version: 2.2.0.260 (30/05/2021)
Version 2.1.0.278 (x86)

Based on CODESYS V3.5.16.10

32-bit version

New Features:

  • Update to CODESYS V3.5.16.10
  • Installation of 64 bit CODESYS version on 64 bit operating systems
  • Support for displaying CODESYS device status in Topology Editor
  • Integration of CodeMeter V7.10a


Fixed Bugs:

  • Drag & drop of CODESYS objects does not work between several PLCs
CODESYS_2.1.0.278_x86.fsx File size: 1283 MB Version: 2.1.0.1 (30/11/2020)
Version 2.1.0.278 (x64)

Based on CODESYS V3.5.16.10

64-bit version

New Features:

  • Update to CODESYS V3.5.16.10
  • Installation of 64 bit CODESYS version on 64 bit operating systems
  • Support for displaying CODESYS device status in Topology Editor
  • Integration of CodeMeter V7.10a


Fixed Bugs:

  • Drag & drop of CODESYS objects does not work between several PLCs
CODESYS_2.1.0.278.fsx File size: 1282 MB Version: 2.1.0.1 (30/11/2020)
Version 2.0.1.8 (x86)

Based on CODESYS V3.5.15.30

32-bit version

New Features:

  • Update to CODESYS V3.5.15.30
  • Copying and pasting of objects within the same project and between projects
  • Automatic installation of the generic plug-in for CODESYS devices which are not supported by Festo Automation Suite plug-ins
    • Devices are added to the project in Topology Editor, and device connections are configured there
    • CODESYS device editors are accessible via the generic plug-in
  • CODESYS device settings are preserved when copying and pasting a device in topology editor


Fixed Bugs:

  • Exception if CODESYS "Project Environment" dialog opens while a user action is processed
CODESYS_2.0.1.8.fsx File size: 1264 MB Version: 2.0.1.8 (12/08/2020)
Version 1.3.0.176 (x86)

Based on CODESYS V3.5.12.6

32-bit version

Fixed Bugs:

  • Symbolfile is sporadically not generated
  • "Out of memory" exception when saving corrupts project
CODESYSFULL_1.3.0.176.fsx File size: 1264 MB Version: 1.3.0.176 (29/11/2019)
Version 1.2.089 (x86)

Based on CODESYS V3.5.12.6

32-bit version

New Features:

  • Support for CODESYS Package Manager (via Backstage -> Repositories -> CODESYS)
  • Standard.lib referenced by default when adding a controller
  • Context menu commands "Deactivate device" and "Activate device" in navigator of "Programming" context


Fixed Bugs:

  • Menu entry "Add object" does not trigger any action
CODESYSFULL_1.2.0.89.fsx File size: 1264 MB Version: 1.2.089 (06/06/2019)
Version 1.1.0.260 (x86)

Based on CODESYS V3.5.12.60

 

32-bit version

 

New Features:

  • Update to CODESYS V3.5 SP12 Patch 6 (requires update of target device firmware!)
  • Context menu for tabs of CODESYS editors
  • Performance improvements


Fixed Bugs:

  • Pressing Shift-Esc while connecting to a device freezes the application
CODESYSFULL_1.1.0.260.fsx Deutsch [de], English [en] File size: 1265 MB Version: 1.1.0.260 (16/01/2019)
Version 1.0.3.6 (x86)

Based on CODESYS V3.5.10.10

 

32-bit version

 

New Features:

  • English online help


Fixed Bugs:

  • Extension cannot be uninstalled after an incomplete installation
CODESYSFULL_1.0.3.6.fsx Deutsch [de], English [en] File size: 1018 MB Version: 1.0.3.6 (23/07/2018)