AplicationsGP LOGIC allows the existence of separate systems, isolated from each other in terms of GPIO logic. "Isolated" means that no GPO in one system needs to be activated based on the state of GPIs from other systems. This implies that "rules" in one system do not contain GPIs or GPOs from another system.
The configuration associated to a given system is called application. Rules and other configuration parameters recide in a plain-text file called application spec file (spec-file for short).
The Master Software creates separate processes for different applications to allow for concurrent execution. Since different applications run in separate processes, it is safe to suspend or restart an aplication (process) without impacting others. It is also possible to add new applications to the overal system without disturbing the execution of those currently installed, possibly taking care of crytical tasks.
If the application utilizes 14 units or less, a single RS-485 bus fed by a single serial bus will suffice. If more than 14 units are required, separated buses fed from separate ports can be installed, as long as no other application makes use of those buses.
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