Dynamic data references vs​. static data references

Both dynamic data references (tags) and static data references can be used to access the Telemetry Server.

Dynamic data references are used to create the Telemetry Server points/tags remotely from Application Server. Use the reference syntax that corresponds with the protocol you are using. See Telemetry server dynamic tags for more information.

Static data references are used when the points/tags (discrete, analog, strings) already exist in the Telemetry Server. As such, the reference syntax is specific to the pre-existing tag. Use a static data reference Syntax to reference the properties of any object in the database (outstations, channels, points, etc) that already exist in Telemetry Server, or to invoke methods on these objects. See Telemetry server static data references for more information.