# Robot Controller **URL:** https://tech-community.robotics.abb.com/c/robot-controller/12.md [Latest](https://tech-community.robotics.abb.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://tech-community.robotics.abb.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://tech-community.robotics.abb.com/tags.md) --- ## [About the Robot Controller category](https://tech-community.robotics.abb.com/t/about-the-robot-controller-category/44)
**Author:** [@Katja\_B](https://tech-community.robotics.abb.com/u/Katja_B)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [December 3, 2025, 11:07am UTC](https://tech-community.robotics.abb.com/t/about-the-robot-controller-category/44 "2025-12-03T11:07:01Z")
Discussions about setup and troubleshooting of ABB Robot Controllers --- ## [Connecting to the robot controller](https://tech-community.robotics.abb.com/t/connecting-to-the-robot-controller/15215)
**Author:** [@Alan\_Ugalde](https://tech-community.robotics.abb.com/u/Alan_Ugalde)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [November 4, 2026, 7:55pm UTC](https://tech-community.robotics.abb.com/t/connecting-to-the-robot-controller/15215 "2026-11-04T19:55:40Z")
Hello everyone, We are experiencing a recurring issue with an ABB IRC5 controller and would appreciate any guidance or feedback from those who may have encountered a similar problem. Issue Description During automatic … --- ## [Current and older versions of RobotWare](https://tech-community.robotics.abb.com/t/current-and-older-versions-of-robotware/8337)
**Author:** [@Maxim](https://tech-community.robotics.abb.com/u/Maxim)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [November 1, 2026, 11:08pm UTC](https://tech-community.robotics.abb.com/t/current-and-older-versions-of-robotware/8337 "2026-11-01T23:08:56Z")
If you are looking for the latest or older versions of RobotWare, they are available via RobotStudio → Add-ins → RobotApps → Filter for RobotWare → Choose the version in the drop-down menu to the right. --- ## [How to create a backup using the service port on a s4c+ controller](https://tech-community.robotics.abb.com/t/how-to-create-a-backup-using-the-service-port-on-a-s4c-controller/15196)
**Author:** [@ibee](https://tech-community.robotics.abb.com/u/ibee)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [October 29, 2026, 5:54am UTC](https://tech-community.robotics.abb.com/t/how-to-create-a-backup-using-the-service-port-on-a-s4c-controller/15196 "2026-10-29T05:54:41Z")
How can I create a backup of a s4c controller and what software do I use? I also tried pinging the controller from the x2 service port and x1 Lan (192.168.125.1) and I couldn’t. I am trying to get the rapid code of the … --- ## [Robot intermittently rejects 'PP to Main' and 'Motors On' commands](https://tech-community.robotics.abb.com/t/robot-intermittently-rejects-pp-to-main-and-motors-on-commands/15203)
**Author:** [@RafaellaBorsoi](https://tech-community.robotics.abb.com/u/RafaellaBorsoi)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [October 28, 2026, 1:11pm UTC](https://tech-community.robotics.abb.com/t/robot-intermittently-rejects-pp-to-main-and-motors-on-commands/15203 "2026-10-28T13:11:29Z")
Hello everyone, In our factory automations, we use Siemens or LS (XG5000) PLCs. On the HMI, we usually have a button used to home/reference the robot before pressing Start on the cycle. The logic works like this: when … --- ## [10129 program stopped error](https://tech-community.robotics.abb.com/t/10129-program-stopped-error/9195)
**Author:** [@akbar\_torkashvand](https://tech-community.robotics.abb.com/u/akbar_torkashvand)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [October 26, 2026, 1:24pm UTC](https://tech-community.robotics.abb.com/t/10129-program-stopped-error/9195 "2026-10-26T13:24:01Z")
I have this error In the past I turned off power and turned on again. The error was cleared. but now The error was not cleared. What should I do to clear this error? I connected with RS software and checked " event… --- ## [Reinstall System from Boot Application](https://tech-community.robotics.abb.com/t/reinstall-system-from-boot-application/6779)
**Author:** [@Ramijon1](https://tech-community.robotics.abb.com/u/Ramijon1)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [October 22, 2026, 3:18pm UTC](https://tech-community.robotics.abb.com/t/reinstall-system-from-boot-application/6779 "2026-10-22T15:18:07Z")
So I’ve got an IRC5 here that I was trying to setup PC Interface to connect via network. I did an X-Start and changed settings in the network connection screen via the Boot Application. I re selected the installed system… --- ## [Motion Supervision](https://tech-community.robotics.abb.com/t/motion-supervision/5347)
**Author:** [@David\_Crowe](https://tech-community.robotics.abb.com/u/David_Crowe)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [October 22, 2026, 1:09pm UTC](https://tech-community.robotics.abb.com/t/motion-supervision/5347 "2026-10-22T13:09:41Z")
The motion supervision can be turned off for both Path and Jog functions in the parameters. We have found that sometimes people will forget to turn them back on which leads to robot crashes. Can the system be set up so … --- ## [How to make a robot rotate along the edge of a load](https://tech-community.robotics.abb.com/t/how-to-make-a-robot-rotate-along-the-edge-of-a-load/15181)
**Author:** [@ibee](https://tech-community.robotics.abb.com/u/ibee)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [October 19, 2026, 12:01pm UTC](https://tech-community.robotics.abb.com/t/how-to-make-a-robot-rotate-along-the-edge-of-a-load/15181 "2026-10-19T12:01:40Z")
I was watching this video “Robotic Primer Application for Auto Glass” and i was wondering, how do you jog the robot so that it rotates around the edge of the glass. My intial thought would be to create a tool for the lo… --- ## [Does anyone know how to resolve the issue related to the external signal Motor On operation starting from RobotWare 8?](https://tech-community.robotics.abb.com/t/does-anyone-know-how-to-resolve-the-issue-related-to-the-external-signal-motor-on-operation-starting-from-robotware-8/15094)
**Author:** [@LionMitchell](https://tech-community.robotics.abb.com/u/LionMitchell)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [October 19, 2026, 10:09am UTC](https://tech-community.robotics.abb.com/t/does-anyone-know-how-to-resolve-the-issue-related-to-the-external-signal-motor-on-operation-starting-from-robotware-8/15094 "2026-10-19T10:09:41Z")
Since RobotWare 8, safety regulations/behaviors seem to have changed: rather than directly triggering a Motor On, resetting the safety signals automatically engages Motor On. The problem is that without communication-ba… --- ## [Replicating functionality of \[Robot Not On Path\] System Output removed from Omnicore](https://tech-community.robotics.abb.com/t/replicating-functionality-of-robot-not-on-path-system-output-removed-from-omnicore/11608)
**Author:** [@ohsteos](https://tech-community.robotics.abb.com/u/ohsteos)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [October 8, 2026, 6:49pm UTC](https://tech-community.robotics.abb.com/t/replicating-functionality-of-robot-not-on-path-system-output-removed-from-omnicore/11608 "2026-10-08T18:49:14Z")
Hallo, how to check if robot is still on path before starting the robot movements? For example after Emergency Stop. On IRC5 we had “Robot Not On Path” system output, but in Omnicore this signal is no longer present. … --- ## [Changing World Coordinate System](https://tech-community.robotics.abb.com/t/changing-world-coordinate-system/4979)
**Author:** [@msv](https://tech-community.robotics.abb.com/u/msv)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [October 7, 2026, 6:17pm UTC](https://tech-community.robotics.abb.com/t/changing-world-coordinate-system/4979 "2026-10-07T18:17:33Z")
I can’t seem to find in documentation anywhere how to do this. I only have one robot and simply want to make the World Coordinate System 45 degrees turned from the base one. I want to define worldzone objects, so need th… --- ## [OmniCore RW 8.1 – Control Station Registration Fails with C004AB25 Using PC SDK 2026.1](https://tech-community.robotics.abb.com/t/omnicore-rw-8-1-control-station-registration-fails-with-c004ab25-using-pc-sdk-2026-1/15120)
**Author:** [@akileswar1606](https://tech-community.robotics.abb.com/u/akileswar1606)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [October 5, 2026, 5:12pm UTC](https://tech-community.robotics.abb.com/t/omnicore-rw-8-1-control-station-registration-fails-with-c004ab25-using-pc-sdk-2026-1/15120 "2026-10-05T17:12:17Z")
Hi ABB Robotics Community, I am developing a C# application to remotely control an ABB OmniCore 250XT using: Controller: ABB OmniCore 250XT RobotWare: 8.1.0 RobotStudio: 2026.1 PC SDK: 2026.1 (ABB.Robotics.C… --- ## [Joystick not jogging robot, new 100% working Flex Pendant with newer controller.](https://tech-community.robotics.abb.com/t/joystick-not-jogging-robot-new-100-working-flex-pendant-with-newer-controller/10828)
**Author:** [@pacijent](https://tech-community.robotics.abb.com/u/pacijent)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [October 5, 2026, 5:19am UTC](https://tech-community.robotics.abb.com/t/joystick-not-jogging-robot-new-100-working-flex-pendant-with-newer-controller/10828 "2026-10-05T05:19:39Z")
Hello to all, we have one old IRB 6600 from 2006 with dead teach pendant. So we used new FP from 2018 IRC 5 and connected to older controller. Image is loading, robot reports calibration error, we are trying to jog it to… --- ## [Can a Omnicore C30 type B controler working without FlextPendant(TPU) base robotware 8](https://tech-community.robotics.abb.com/t/can-a-omnicore-c30-type-b-controler-working-without-flextpendant-tpu-base-robotware-8/15093)
**Author:** [@YingSheng\_Li](https://tech-community.robotics.abb.com/u/YingSheng_Li)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [August 24, 2026, 1:44am UTC](https://tech-community.robotics.abb.com/t/can-a-omnicore-c30-type-b-controler-working-without-flextpendant-tpu-base-robotware-8/15093 "2026-08-24T01:44:55Z")
We are a manufacture of package machine,Previously we used IRB360 robot with IRC5 control without FlexPendant. Now it need upgrading to Omnicore C30B controler with RobotWare 8. the safety manual said in automode the … --- ## [Combination not supported](https://tech-community.robotics.abb.com/t/combination-not-supported/10448)
**Author:** [@Birey](https://tech-community.robotics.abb.com/u/Birey)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [August 18, 2026, 12:20pm UTC](https://tech-community.robotics.abb.com/t/combination-not-supported/10448 "2026-08-18T12:20:02Z")
For a pick and place simulation I need to use IRBT6004 track and IRB6700 200/2.7. But whenever I try to add a virtual controller from layout for IRBT6004 it says “Combination not supported”. Since this is a job interview… --- ## [ABB PC SDK to start funtion RAPID execution on an OmniCore V250XT](https://tech-community.robotics.abb.com/t/abb-pc-sdk-to-start-funtion-rapid-execution-on-an-omnicore-v250xt/12116)
**Author:** [@pug89](https://tech-community.robotics.abb.com/u/pug89)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [August 18, 2026, 5:11am UTC](https://tech-community.robotics.abb.com/t/abb-pc-sdk-to-start-funtion-rapid-execution-on-an-omnicore-v250xt/12116 "2026-08-18T05:11:42Z")
I am using the ABB PC SDK to start RAPID execution on an OmniCore V250XT master–slave robot with an external track. My code successfully loads the RAPID program in the FlexPendant, and the robot is powered on. Execution… --- ## [Profisafe watchdog timeout with PLC](https://tech-community.robotics.abb.com/t/profisafe-watchdog-timeout-with-plc/12036)
**Author:** [@Droman92](https://tech-community.robotics.abb.com/u/Droman92)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [July 31, 2026, 3:43pm UTC](https://tech-community.robotics.abb.com/t/profisafe-watchdog-timeout-with-plc/12036 "2026-07-31T15:43:57Z")
Hey looking to get some help on an issue we’re running into setting up a new omnicore controller with profinet/profisafe to a siemens PLC. Using robotware 7.18.2. Both PLC and robot have the GSDML-V2.43-ABB-Robotics-Omni… --- ## [TriggSpeed bug at standstill](https://tech-community.robotics.abb.com/t/triggspeed-bug-at-standstill/14986)
**Author:** [@Nicola\_Hinssen](https://tech-community.robotics.abb.com/u/Nicola_Hinssen)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [July 29, 2026, 3:51pm UTC](https://tech-community.robotics.abb.com/t/triggspeed-bug-at-standstill/14986 "2026-07-29T15:51:12Z")
Hi, We are facing an annoying bug with the TriggSpeed instruction. Sometimes, when execution is stopped, the proportional analog output does not return to 0. The TCP velocity is 0 (this even happens with the motors disa… --- ## [Why is my DSQC 1042 not configuring correctly on my Omnicore C90X](https://tech-community.robotics.abb.com/t/why-is-my-dsqc-1042-not-configuring-correctly-on-my-omnicore-c90x/12061)
**Author:** [@Gilad](https://tech-community.robotics.abb.com/u/Gilad)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [July 24, 2026, 11:56am UTC](https://tech-community.robotics.abb.com/t/why-is-my-dsqc-1042-not-configuring-correctly-on-my-omnicore-c90x/12061 "2026-07-24T11:56:32Z")
I have 2 CRB1300s that each have a DSQC1042 that manages all of the safety devices. After getting the device set up and configured correctly, it runs normally until the robot loses power. After that, the DSQC1042s stop c… --- ## [Safety Wiring - Omnicore Question](https://tech-community.robotics.abb.com/t/safety-wiring-omnicore-question/15057)
**Author:** [@bran21](https://tech-community.robotics.abb.com/u/bran21)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [July 20, 2026, 3:09pm UTC](https://tech-community.robotics.abb.com/t/safety-wiring-omnicore-question/15057 "2026-07-20T15:09:38Z")
Hello, Has anyone wired any safety signals from a safety PLC to an Omnicore C30 type A controller? I have been struggling with understanding all the information around this and to make it possible. We have a safety PL… --- ## [Cant start the flexpendant](https://tech-community.robotics.abb.com/t/cant-start-the-flexpendant/11664)
**Author:** [@cartridge\_uk](https://tech-community.robotics.abb.com/u/cartridge_uk)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [July 20, 2026, 2:21pm UTC](https://tech-community.robotics.abb.com/t/cant-start-the-flexpendant/11664 "2026-07-20T14:21:01Z")
“Login to Controller Failed Please check whether the controller is ready to accept a connection and try to login again.” Every time I try to start the teach pendent I get this error. I can then go to a different window… --- ## [2600/V250XT Work Object Definition Issues](https://tech-community.robotics.abb.com/t/2600-v250xt-work-object-definition-issues/15033)
**Author:** [@John\_Ryan](https://tech-community.robotics.abb.com/u/John_Ryan)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [July 13, 2026, 7:38pm UTC](https://tech-community.robotics.abb.com/t/2600-v250xt-work-object-definition-issues/15033 "2026-07-13T19:38:46Z")
Hello All, Having a new to me issue when defining an object method wObj tied to mechanical unit STN1 (A750). Have a lot of IRC5 experience and this had been a head scratcher. Calibration flowdown is all correct. Moto… --- ## [Unable to restore the controller from backup (error code 80001)](https://tech-community.robotics.abb.com/t/unable-to-restore-the-controller-from-backup-error-code-80001/11381)
**Author:** [@spg666](https://tech-community.robotics.abb.com/u/spg666)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [July 3, 2026, 10:39am UTC](https://tech-community.robotics.abb.com/t/unable-to-restore-the-controller-from-backup-error-code-80001/11381 "2026-07-03T10:39:17Z")
I’ve tried to restore the controller from a previous backup(s) every time I get error 80001 “Stationname must match if interfaces are the same” what is this? --- ## [Disable safemove](https://tech-community.robotics.abb.com/t/disable-safemove/15005)
**Author:** [@Denis\_Sangaletti](https://tech-community.robotics.abb.com/u/Denis_Sangaletti)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [June 9, 2026, 12:00pm UTC](https://tech-community.robotics.abb.com/t/disable-safemove/15005 "2026-06-09T12:00:30Z")
hi all, I imported a pack and go in robostudio and I’m trying to simulate code. unfortunately I always obtain error 90541 90526 90531 and I would bypass them how can I do that? thank you --- ## [Problem about Boot Application](https://tech-community.robotics.abb.com/t/problem-about-boot-application/8533)
**Author:** [@ChrisChen](https://tech-community.robotics.abb.com/u/ChrisChen)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [June 8, 2026, 10:41am UTC](https://tech-community.robotics.abb.com/t/problem-about-boot-application/8533 "2026-06-08T10:41:26Z")
I was going to download a new system to the controller(IRC5) via “System Builder” in RobotStudio 6.07. But it showed “there is not enough space on it”. I searched on the Internet and someone suggested that I can dele… --- ## [Upgrade to Windows 11 broke my virtual controllers](https://tech-community.robotics.abb.com/t/upgrade-to-windows-11-broke-my-virtual-controllers/14999)
**Author:** [@ejweathersby](https://tech-community.robotics.abb.com/u/ejweathersby)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [June 2, 2026, 3:18pm UTC](https://tech-community.robotics.abb.com/t/upgrade-to-windows-11-broke-my-virtual-controllers/14999 "2026-06-02T15:18:20Z")
Hello, my computer updated to Windows 11 last week and since then none of my IRC5 robotware is accessible. I’ve loosened the permissions and tried moving them to the C root, but no luck. I’m running Robotstudio 2025. Any… --- ## [ABB S4 system disc](https://tech-community.robotics.abb.com/t/abb-s4-system-disc/2941)
**Author:** [@pupak](https://tech-community.robotics.abb.com/u/pupak)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [May 17, 2026, 9:55pm UTC](https://tech-community.robotics.abb.com/t/abb-s4-system-disc/2941 "2026-05-17T21:55:19Z")
Hi guys, I really need the boot disks for the s4 controller IRB 1400. My e-mail adress for discimage is pupak01@seznam.cz . THX…:grinning: --- ## [Screen Maker Button Set Reset with Digital Input](https://tech-community.robotics.abb.com/t/screen-maker-button-set-reset-with-digital-input/11852)
**Author:** [@imnisarahmed](https://tech-community.robotics.abb.com/u/imnisarahmed)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [May 13, 2026, 9:53am UTC](https://tech-community.robotics.abb.com/t/screen-maker-button-set-reset-with-digital-input/11852 "2026-05-13T09:53:24Z")
Dear experts, I have added two new buttons to the FP screen using a screen maker. The buttons are working without any issues when pressed by manually. I have created Button-1, which SETS signal A and RESETS signal B wh… --- ## [50175 Conveyor Moving](https://tech-community.robotics.abb.com/t/50175-conveyor-moving/12054)
**Author:** [@hslotholt](https://tech-community.robotics.abb.com/u/hslotholt)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [May 13, 2026, 9:08am UTC](https://tech-community.robotics.abb.com/t/50175-conveyor-moving/12054 "2026-05-13T09:08:17Z")
Hi, I had a program running just fine yesterday on a C30 IRB-1300 with RobotWare 7.6.1, During the evening the controller was updated to RobotWare 7.19.3, after the update the program fails when it starts to coordinate w… [Next page](https://tech-community.robotics.abb.com/c/robot-controller/12.md?page=1)