The online solution and product configurator covers the entire ctrlX AUTOMATION portfolio and enables the online configuration of individual components as well as complete automation solutions very simply, quickly and without support.
Starting with entering the requirements profile of the application in the configuration dialog of each product, ctrlX Configurator automatically selects the appropriate product. Also the user can directly search and select known products by its material number or type code. The reduction of the input parameters with initial default values which are essential for the product speeds up the configuration process. Configured products can be added to the shopping cart of Rexroth Store. Finally the complete configuration project can be downloaded as PDF based summary or the product list as CSV file.
Graphic View Area of ctrlX Configurator for Creating Topologies of Automation Solutions
List View Area of ctrlX Configurator
Sample Product Configuration Dialogue of ctrlX Configurator
Sample "Show details" Dialogue of ctrlX Configurator
Product Selection Dialogue of ctrlX Configurator
ctrlX Configurator How-To´s
Display of prices in ctrlX Configurator
Extended product configuration status
How to change user settings
How to configure connections
How to use interface to Rexroth Store
Copy projects
Using keyboard shortcuts and URL syntax
Extended product selection using type codes
Motor dimensioning with operating points
Configuration using product filter
Search & Select & CAD Download of products using material number or type code
Display and compare motor characteristics
Direct call via project id
Management of projects
Login to ctrlX Configurator
Start Guide for ctrlX I/O configurator
Updates for version 1.2403.06 (04/2024)
PRODUCT CONFIGURATION
ctrlX CORE plus X5: ctrlX Configurator now supports the advanced ctrlX CORE with the performance class X5. The product is available in the Embedded Control configurator.
ctrlX CORE - new extension modules: In the ctrlX CORE configurator there are now two new extensions modules available, the SSD and COM20 module.
ctrlX I/O: New ctrlX I/O modules available in the product configurator ctrlX I/O. The following modules are now included in ctrlX Configurator - DIDO 8/8; RS485/422; PWM.
ctrlX IPC - PR2x.200: The new configurator for PR2100.2 and PR2200.2 is available. This new configurator for the box PCs can be found in the controls area. There PC's of the PR2x00,2... series can be placed at the graphic view and configured in your projects.
ctrlX DRIVE XCS2-F: ctrlX Configurator now includes the single axis converters XCS2-F. The product configurator supports a configuration by technical data or by product parameters.
ctrlX DRIVE MS2M: ctrlX Configurator now includes the ultra compact servo motor MS2M. The product configurator supports a configuration by technical data or by product parameters.
Connections: Connection via Ethernet IP and PROFINET now possible, when corresponding apps are selected.
GENERAL FEATURES
New add products structure: The add products structure has been completely reworked. There are now more categories to identify the needed product more quick and to increase visibility.
Performance: The performance of ctrlX CORE, ctrlX Apps, XM Control and parts of the ctrlX DRIVE Configurators has been improved.
Compare product function: On the graphic view ctrlX Configurator now supports a comparison of up to four products. All products can be compared concerning prices, estimated ship dates, configuration, features and for example dimensions. The function can be used by the new button in the toolbar.
Graphic symbols: In the add products dialogue there are now graphic elements included. There are user defined products and infrastructure components included. These products can be configured including a manual definition of ports on those products. These ports can then be used for connection to products.
Link to distributors: In graphic and list view the new button Buy via distributor leads to distributors product pages including the ctrlX AUTOMATION products.
Estimated ship date: Estimated ship date added to ctrlX Configurator. This is now available on all places where list and net price is available.
See Release Notes for all changes
Release Notes 1.2403.06
Previous Updates
Updates for version 1.2311.17 (12/2023)
PRODUCT CONFIGURATION
ctrlX Apps: ctrlX Configurator now supports the license dongle, available in the ctrlX Apps product configurator. Also new licenses are available, PLC Version 2, SmartHMI Web IQ Server, IniNet SpiderControl, FlowFuse Node Red, Bosch Connected Industry Neexed Control Plus, ctrlX MOTION Delta & Scara, OPC UA Server and Model Connect.
Light Configurator: A new "Light Configurator" application type is available in the XM Control Configurator. An XM2 control including all necessary components and accessories can be configured.
ctrlX DRIVE: ctrlX Configurator now supports the single axis converter 10A (XCS2-W0010), double axis inverter 30A and 36A (XMD2-W3030 & ctrlX DRIVE - XMD2-W3636). The 3D previews of the servo drives have been updated and the synchronous servo motor MS2* product configuartor now contains a product based configuration.
Linear motors: In the add products library the linear motor ML3 is now available. The primary part, secondary part and accessory can be configured.
Connections: It is now possible to connect up to 32 axes via SAFETYLink on the graphic view. The EFC Frequency converter can now be connected via Multi Ethernet to other products.
GENERAL FEATURES
Prices for all Users: For all users it is now possible to request prices via the web service based on their country and customer id. For further information see the How to article.
Enhanced formatting of Project summary: Formatting and sorting of Project summary is enhanced. Products are now in the correct order and formatting is improved.
Improved Rexroth Store connection: The add to cart button just shows up for products, which are in Rexroth Store available, there are improved informations concerning the handover to Rexroth Store and the handover for IndraDrive Cs HCS01 is combined for hardware and firmware as main and sub item.
See Release Notes for all changes
Release Notes 1.2311.17
Updates for version 1.2307.15 (10/2023)
PRODUCT CONFIGURATION
ctrlX DRIVE: ctrlX Configurator now supports the current version of the runtime for ctrlX DRIVE - version 04.
IndraDrive Cs: The logic concerning main filters has been changed and now smaller filters are suggested.
GENERAL FEATURES
Enhanced formatting of Project summary: Formatting and sorting of Project summary is enhanced. Products are now in the correct order and formatting is improved.
Project parts list (XLSX file): The current project parts list has been updated. Therefore a format change is needed and the document is now a xlsx file.
See Release Notes for all changes
Release Notes 1.2307.15
Updates for version 1.2307.11 (08/2023)
PRODUCT CONFIGURATION
ctrlX CORE: Improved performance of product configurator & new apps Model Connect, Flexprofile, G-Code, CODESYS Communication
ctrlX I/O: New product configurator with graphical I/O configuration. See Start Guide for ctrlX I/O configurator.
ctrlX I/O: New I/O modules XI120116, XI221116 , XI232302, XB-ET-31.
ctrlX DRIVE: New coldplate devices & updates
ctrlX DRIVE — Motors: New configurator for product families asynchronous motors MAD/MAF
Frequency converters: New configurator for product familiy EFC
USER FUNCTIONS
LiveAssist and LiveChat: New communication hub for country-specific user support
Rexroth Store interface: Accelerated transfer of all products in project to Rexroth Store cart
GENERAL FEATURES
Project- and Product Summary: Optimized layout, formatting and new cover page
Bugfixes
See Release Notes for all changes
Release Notes 1.2307.11
Updates for version 1.2303.06 (04/2023)
PRODUCT CONFIGURATION
ctrlX CORE: ctrlX COREplus X3 w/O PROFINET device, update of configuration dialogs
ctrlX CORE APPS: New apps "IoT Dashboard" and "Key Value Database", update of apps and licenses
ctrlX I/O: New system modules XB-EC-31 (1-Port EtherCAT branch), XI841000 (Place holder module 12mm), XI842000 (Place holder 20mm)
ctrlX IPC: New product configurator for VE4 (housed Panel PC)
ctrlX DRIVE: New product configurator for XMV, new product variants XVE2-W0030, XCS2-W0090, XCS/XMS/XMD-"C" (cooling type Coldplate)
ctrlX DRIVE: Support of PROFIsafe on PROFINET, ctrlX DRIVElink, 2 x EC encoder interface
ctrlX DRIVE Motors: New variant MS2E10 w/ lenght F
Mi: Configuration of reduced torsional gearbox backlash, KMS firmware configuration, enhanced safety configuration
Connection configurator: Support of OPC UA
USER FUNCTIONS
Product search: Support of "non-ZKMA" discrete products (e.g. XI, SAFEX, DE/DR/WR) incl. HCS02, VR21
"Share & Save": Enhancement with "public" checkbox
GENERAL FEATURES
Documentation: More compact layout and separate list of cables
Bugfixes (see release notes for details)
Updates for version 1.2211.17 (02/2023)
PRODUCT CONFIGURATION
ctrlX CORE: Enhanced product configurator supporting new product variant X7
ctrlX CORE APPS: Updates with e.g. new ctrlX WORLD apps
ctrlX DRIVE: Enhanced product configurator for drives supporting XVE-W0125 and XVR-W0019
ctrlX DRIVE: Enhanced product configurator for power supply supporting XMS2-W0330/W0375
ctrlX DRIVE: Supporting EtherCAT CoE as master communication
ctrlX DRIVE: Removal of Gen 1 devices from product library
Mi: Enhancements of connections with e.g. ctrlX DRIVE
SafeLogic compact: New configurator for compact safety control solution
Connection configurator: Enhancements
USER FUNCTIONS
Extended product configuration status (see blog for more information)
Optimized PDF layout of product and project summaries
GENERAL FEATURES
Improved performance on project handling (designing and loading of configuration projects)
Bugfixes, see release notes for details
Updates for version 1.2207.11 (08/2022)
PRODUCT CONFIGURATION
ctrlX CORE/ctrlX CORE Apps: Enhancement of runtime apps
ctrlX I/O: New product-based configuration mode (see Community Blog for more information)
ctrlX IPC/HMI: New configurator for machine operator panels VAM
ctrlX IPC/HMI: New configurator for panel frame PF
ctrlX DRIVE: Enhanced configurator with devices XCS-W0330/W0375
Mi: New configurator for cabinet-free drive family
USER FUNCTIONS
New connection configurator (see Community Blog for more information)
Improved display of connections in Graphic View
Improved usability of dialogues "Add products" and "Show details" with vertical sliders
Multi-download of mCAD files
Excel export for sales (Bosch Rexroth internal only)
GENERAL FEATURES
User settings dialogue (see Community Blog for more information)
New eMail adress for CAD support
Updates for version 1.2203.05 (03/2022)
PRODUCT CONFIGURATION
Motors: New product configurator for MSM motor family
ctrlX CORE/ctrlX CORE Apps: Update configuration, enhancement of runtime apps with new category structure
Maintenance of existing product configurators (e.g. product variants, 3D previews, dimension views)
USER FUNCTIONS
Interface to Rexroth Store (see Community Blog for more information)
Copy of own project (see Community Blog for more information)
Support of keyboard shortcuts (see Community Blog for more information)
Enhanced information in configurators
Product name editable in configurators
Project name and ID shown in header
Enhanced list prices for single products
GENERAL FEATURES
Enhanced URL for direct call of products (see Community Blog for more information)
Improved performance of configurator
Improved support of mobile devices
Extended information in CAD request mail
Recurring issues when loading projects fixed
Updates for version 1.2111.18 (12/2021)
PRODUCT CONFIGURATION
ctrlX DRIVE: Drive sets are now based on generation 2 devices
ctrlX CORE: Support of X2, X3 modular variants, updated licensing (ctrlX Motion, ctrlX PLC), new 3D Viewer App
ctrlX IPC: New product configurator for web panels WR21, update of Box PC IoT
ctrlX SERVICES: New product configurator for provided services
XM: New product configurator for embedded controls XM2 and XM4
IndraDrive Cs: New product configurator for converter family HCS01
Several bugfixes
USER FUNCTIONS
Extended Product Search & Select supporting product variants without material number (see community blog for more information)
Improved usability of Details dialogue with new design
Updated Add products dialogue with extended product naming and updated product pictures
Support of tooltips for product information and buttons
Performance improvement in Graphic View
Updates for version 1.2107.15 (10/2021)
PRODUCT CONFIGURATION
ctrlX DRIVE | Motors: Dynamic sizing with operating points
Several bug fixing (see release notes)
USER FUNCTIONS
Display of configuration status with color bars
Improvement of product configuration conflict dialogue
Updates for version 1.2107.13 (08/2021)
PRODUCT CONFIGURATION
ctrlX DRIVE | Motors: Support of product variants MS2S, MS2N03-A, MS2N10-R, MS2E10, motor-gearbox configurations
ctrlX DRIVE: Support of 2nd generation, enhanced product configuration
ctrlX CORE: Enhanced product configuration
ctrlX CORE Apps: New configurator for standalone runtime and partner apps
ctrlX SAFETY: Enhanced product configuration
ctrlX IPC: Support of product variants DE (housed displays)
USER FUNCTIONS
Product search with extended product portfolio
Display of SAP list prices (Bosch Rexroth internal only)
Display of material numbers
EPLAN data for cables
User information on system maintenance
Performance improvements
Updates for version 1.2103.06 (03/2021)
PRODUCT CONFIGURATION
ctrlX DRIVE: Extended product variants and enhanced configuration of brake resistors
ctrlX I/O: Support of the new I/O product family
ctrlX IPC: Support of product variants PR21, PR3, VR3
Fixed bugs
USER FUNCTIONS
Product search & select by type code or material number (see blog for more information)
Configuration of ctrlX DRIVE with product filter (see blog for more information)
Improved “Add products” dialogue
Fixed bugs
Updates for version 1.2011.07 (12/2020)
CHANGE OF VERSION DESIGNATION
The new version designation is in the format VERSION_MAJOR.VERSION_MINOR.REVISION. VERSION_MINOR refers to year and month of the release with its functional state of ctrlX Configurator.
PRODUCT CONFIGURATION
ctrlX CORE: Support of the new embedded control system
ctrlX SAFETY: Support of the new safety controller
ctrlX DRIVE: Support of the new motor variant MS2N13
Cables: The configurator for cables has been revised
USER FUNCTIONS
Project management: Dialog-supported opening and management of configuration projects.
Start of project configuration via direct link
Double-click support: Calling the product configurator by double-clicking on a product in Graphic or List View.
ctrlX Configurator
Start new configuration
Support
Forum ctrlX Configurator
Related Links
Release Notes ctrlX Configurator 1.2303.06
Release Notes ctrlX Configurator 1.2211.17
Release Notes ctrlX Configurator 1.2207.11
Release Notes ctrlX Configurator 1.2203.05
Release Notes ctrlX Configurator 1.2111.18
Release Notes ctrlX Configurator 1.2107.15
Release Notes ctrlX Configurator 1.2107.13
Release Notes ctrlX Configurator 1.2103.06
Release Notes ctrlX Configurator 1.2011.07
Release Notes ctrlX Configurator 1.2011.05
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