• Gamma in Automation
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• MGR in Automation

Gamma

Gamma is a development environment to realize complete systems by configuring and programming of objects:

• Administration of all configuration data in form of projects and CPU notes. Thereby the administration takes over the archiving of the system and the establishing of documentation.
• Administration of all configuration data in form of projects and CPU notes. Thereby the administration takes over the archiving of the system and the establishing of documentation.
• Configuration of logical controlling functions in multitasking and multiprocessing mode. There are integration possibilities for own written objects either in I/O functionality or special functions written in "C".
• Establishing of regulation algorithms based on the logical controlling. Possibility of implementation of own control strategies based on a standard language by using the import interfaces.
• Graphical surface to visualize an parameterized complete system based on the window system MGR.
• Via network interfaces it is possible to implement all current network protocols and also user defined solutions.
• Processing of disturb and status messages with logbook, sort functions and the possibility of graphic output to the process visualization.

but gamma is also...

• Many processes divide, within a processor, the tasks of the entire system. Thereby a process can steer, the second process visualizes.
• The tasks are distributed here not only between individual processes, but the processes can be distributed in this mode also on several processors. Thereby CPU power can always be made available at topical applications always sufficiently.
• With the network ability processes can work together also on different computers linked together with the network interface.
• Multiuser means that a system can be served simultaneously by several users. Thereby it is possible e.g. to operate via two graphic surfaces simultaneously and, in addition, perform a far distance maintenance via modem.

Where to use gamma?

Due to this high flexibility, gamma suits for the application in nearly all areas of technology:

• Test facilities put as a rule a high demand on performance and flexibility to the system. Due to the multiprocessing ability several functions can run simultaneously without mutual handicap. Thereby at the same time synchronous regulation tasks triggered by interrupts can result with simultaneous process visualizations and accesses to the harddisk. The process visualization enables the graphic display and evaluation of the recorded data. The data base is used to record process data, to evaluate debit values and to configure prescriptions.
•  Systems in working up life picture environment do not only consist of picture processing algorithms but also more and more they come with standard functions like graphic user surface, controlling of sensors, saving of data, communication with other systems...
•  Because gamma can work with pictures it is qualified for the integration of specific functions for example here doing the picture handling. Gamma so becomes a tool where configuring is similar to a SPS-system.
• The manufacturing control centers expect a great know how in communications, databases and process visualizations. With the integrated network interface all incoming network protocols can be integrated or adjusted by programming.
• Because of this you can connect different systems to one unit. The multiprocessing possibility allows the separate handling of all incoming data. With the process visualization you are able to realize monitor walls or more user systems with a single common database.
• According to the high flexibility gamma also allows you a wide range of user applications and solutions in branches like communications, controlling and handling. You also can realize complete new functions with the high level language.
• Like in the manufacturing control center it is simply possible to integrate turbine controlling and memory programmable controlling in a power plant solution. Using the help of process visualization you can simply realize big monitor screen walls in the control center.
• Due to the endless offers at the hardware market and the simple integration of any sensors, gamma becomes interesting for using in the production of measurement devices. The favourable license rules, the EPROM ability and simple portation to special hardware allow reduced costs when realizing high numbers of pieces.
• With our message management function we can handle error messages, status messages, and process flowing messages in gamma. The incoming data can be classified, visualized and stored by different selection criterias. In addition you have all the other powerful functions like network and I/O to get the data, databases to store the data and the process visualization to bring your data alive to the screen.
• As in the registration of industrial data you can take the advantages of gamma also for diagnostic purposes, to bring in and classify any measurement values via the sensoric.

  The favourable licence rules, the EPROM ability and the simple portation of hardware allow reduced costs when realizing high numbers of pieces.

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MGR window manager in Automation

The MGRŠ (ManaGeR) basically was a window system written for UNIX computer (known portations to: SUN, DEC 3100, APPLE AUX, ATT3B1 and 7300) developed from the Bellcore company. The Source code is available to everyone (similar to X-Windows). You may have access via a ftp server called bellcore.com in the internet or from the next USENET server.

MGRŠ as the window layer running on OS9Š 68000 CPU for the following reasons:

• Multitasking-/multiuser able
• Compact size, therefore a good price performance relation
• Good profit of the system resources
• Simple programming of applications
• ROM able

The concept of MGRŠ is very similar to X-Windows, but more compact and can be started under X-Windows.

The way it works:

Application

The MGRŠ offers an unique desktop with windows, popup menus, icons, text and graphics. You can minimize, maximize or move windows. A cut-buffer enables you to let flow informations between the applications. A built-in and parameterize able mouse enhancer makes working easy with big screens. A lot of functions (e.g. changing of active window) can also be done by keyboard. Due to the countless installations in industry automation applications and the according enhanced features and optimizing structures during the time, the MGRŠ became a product good for industrial use.

Programming

The MGRŠ can be handled by "C" together with a function and a macro library. In addition to the graphic commands like dot, line, circle, circle segment, polyline, fill and bitblit operations, there are functions available to define popup menus, create new windows and change the size and the position, communication with other programs and a lot more. The MGRŠ asynchrony reports an event to the application, for example when a user pushes a button or clicks the mouse, or when another application has sent a message. The desktop management enables the automatic update of hidden windows. The numbers of windows on the screen are limited only by the available memory.

Port-Pak

In the OS9Š/680x0 implementation a modular driver concept MSD (MGRŠ Screen Device) is realized. That means that all hardware specific functions are separated externally and are being started by special driver modules. A lot of drivers for graphics adapters are included in the MGRŠ/Port Package. Whether you are working with ACRTC, Intel processor 82786 or direct accessible memory, all the drivers are included in sourcecode. Hardware manufacturers can order the package for adjusting to their specific systems. The MGRŠ in a X-Window. Possible by a simple MSD driver running in X-Window as a X-Client. Also MSD driver running with an Windows NT Window are available.

MGRŠ/Video

Registration and processing of video pictures normally require graphical user interfaces. Not only in menu organized handling but also in working with coordinated parts of the picture. With the flexibility of the open driver concept the MGRŠ even can run in the overlay of a frame grabber. Doing this the video processing can work independently together with a graphic surface. The MGRŠ is working in an overlay bitmap area. If you make the MGRŠ bitmap transparent, the video bitmap is visible in a window. In relation with gamma as a graphical desktop with connection to the picture processing function, you will have a powerful tool to solve a lot of problems in your picture processing application.  In relation with gamma as a graphical desktop with connection to the picture processing function, you will have a powerful tool to solve a lot of problems in your picture processing application.

MDT

is an efficient tool to operate your OS-9Š/680x0. You can copy, erase, rename with a mouse click. Showing a file, start a program with a mouse click. MDT runs, like the most other programs, parallel to gamma.

hc, Hardcopy for OS-9Š

The hc-program version 1.2 is perfect in making quick screenshots. The most important printers, black and white or color, are supported (e.g. HP laser jet, NEC series, and HP ink jet series). In addition, an enhanced version of a public domain picture processing program called PBM-plus is included. Originally it was designed for UNIX, but now it is compiled to use it with OS-9Š/680x0). 

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