Configure Variables

The data types used by the DNP3 protocol are represented across three main groups:

• Monitoring data types

• Control data types

• Other data types.

The tables in this section of the help describe the variable address required for each data type.

Note: Some of the data types listed in the following tables are identified as "advanced". They are recommended for experienced users who are familiar with the terminology and methods associated with the DNP 3.0 protocol.

Monitoring Data Types

• Binary Inputs

• Binary Outputs

• Counters

• Analog Inputs

• Analog Outputs

• Time and Date

• IIN Flags

Control Data Types

The driver can support multiple writes per Plant SCADA request for Binary Output and Analog output control.

• Binary Outputs

• Counters

• Analog Outputs

• Time and Date

• Utilities

Other Types

• Polling Regime Data Types

• Global Data Types

• Miscellaneous Data Types