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You didn't mention a price range, but I will give an option that gives you a 24 inch display for less than $250.

Start with a cheap TV or monitor with HDMI input such as this:

https://www.amazon.com/Sceptre-E246BV-FC-Display-1920x1080-Black/dp/B06XDJ41F5/ref=sr_1_19?keywords=led+tv&qid=1567706868&refinements=p_36%3A1253505011&rnid=386442011&s=electronics&sr=1-19

Then get a mini PC or a compute stick, such as one of these:

https://www.amazon.com/Z83-Mini-Windows-Desktop-CPU/dp/B07PPHFMMP/ref=sr_1_3?keywords=mini+pc+windows+10&qid=1567707110&refinements=p_n_feature_fourteen_browse-bin%3A2057441011&rnid=2057412011&s=pc&sr=1-3

https://www.amazon.com/Accreate-Computer-Windows10-Bluetooth-regulations/dp/B07L93KB4N/ref=sr_1_2?keywords=mini+pc+windows+10&qid=1567707154&refinements=p_n_feature_fourteen_browse-bin%3A2057441011&rnid=2057412011&s=pc&sr=1-2

Then go to www.advancedhmi.com and get the base software package which is free.

Download Microsoft Visual Studio Community Edition which is also free.

Follow the Quick Start guide for AdvancedHMI and use the EthernetIPforCLXCom driver and use a tag from the PLC that contains one of the counter values that you said already exists. Build and copy the final application to the Mini PC.

Set the IP addresses as necessary and attach the Mini PC to the PLC network

For less $250 you have an extremely flexible large production display.

A precision screwdriver set such as this or similar: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0772SP617/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1

I have it and love it. Perfect for getting to small terminals and adjusting sensitivity on prox switches.

I also have a GoPro with a suction mount. Perfect for capturing slow-mo video during troubleshooting.

You should be able to download a trial of the TIA Portal (choose professional for the S7-300) It has a nice GUI that's more intuitive than the previous generation of software:

http://support.automation.siemens.com/WW/view/en/106448872?Datakey=47071380

Hans Berger books are the gold standard in instructional guides for automating in Step 7. However, if you have the help files installed, you should be able to find plenty of guides on your local PC.

http://www.amazon.com/Automating-STEP-STL-SCL-Programmable/dp/3895784125/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1421352480&sr=8-1&keywords=stl+siemens

As always, you can call Siemens and usually receive complementary in-person support for most basic requests: 1-800-333-7421

https://www.amazon.com/SwissGear%C2%AE-Maxxum-Double-Zipper-Backpack/dp/B019ZXHJQ0/ I am on my third one after 13 years. First two were because I left jobs. I am about ready for a new one at this job. Goes from dairy, to wastewater plant, to substation, to manufacturing floor and back again. I carry a ton of crap.. and probably a few biological critters from place to place. It holds, typically 2 laptops, 5 port switch, cable bag, a few mikrotik routers, tools (best dewalt screwdriver set https://www.amazon.com/Dewalt-DWHT66417-VINYL-INSULATED-SCREWDRIVER/dp/B006FSCJWS and wiha tweekers https://www.amazon.com/Wiha-26197-Precision-Phillips-Screwdriver/dp/B01L46TEN2 , small ratchet set, Klein 10n1, Flush cuts which are the most useful tool for panels. https://www.amazon.com/Hakko-Stand-off-Hardened-Construction-21-Degree/dp/B01MFZYNRS ), Fluke 789, Signal generator https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B015AX89XQ, two large laptop power bricks and lots of Ethernet /serial cables. Typically weights in at 45-55lbs. This bag has the best thing for that weight that most of the Swiss gear bags don't have. A chest strap. It forces the weight rest on the body and not just the shoulders. https://images-na.ssl-images-amazon.com/images/I/A1O312xhEvL._AC_SL1500_.jpg if you carry a lot a gear, check this bag out.

The description of the problem doesn't call for latch/unlatch. In general, never use latch/unlatch if you can get away with it.

Start Stop
I:1/1 I:1/2 B3:0/0
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That should help with a start.

It is expensive, but my professors book was great when I was in school.

http://www.amazon.com/Programmable-Logic-Controllers-Emphasis-Application/dp/097662592X/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1381409292&sr=8-1&keywords=programmable+logic+controllers+erickson


Edit: well the format didn't come through very well. Use this link to get an example of a start/stop circuit. http://tinyurl.com/kpw2ynh. A would be Start, B would be Stop, and C would be B3:0/0

these are my all time favorite for strip, cut, crimp ferrule ends all in one tool.

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https://www.amazon.co.uk/Duo-Crimp-300-Stripping-Crimping-crimping/dp/B003A6961A/ref=sr_1_2?keywords=weincon+300&qid=1562951228&s=gateway&sr=8-2-spell

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they are sold on Amazon in the US as well, theyre just cheaper from Amazon.uk i believe even after shipping.

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if youre doing anything ma signal related get yourself a fluke with the ma clamp option, i own a Fluke 773 that i got off of eBay and its absolutely fantastic.

I have a version of this model.
https://www.amazon.com/Tabletote-Portable-Lightweight-Adjustable-Notebook/dp/B005IXSXPI/ref=sr_1_3?keywords=portable+desk&qid=1556645487&s=gateway&sr=8-3

Its neither the sturdiest nor the quickest to setup but I like it because it fits in my laptop bag and travels easy.

This is a pretty popular book among my colleagues (all 61131-3 ST programmers):

https://www.amazon.com/dp/3895784567/ref=cm_sw_em_r_mt_dp_U_hvGSDbRNPN2BJ

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It's a Siemens book, but pretty much all of the concepts are universal for the language.

I am a huge Tim Ferris fan he has two really good books about general business not specifically automation (I have never seen specific to industrial Automation.

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https://www.amazon.com/Tools-Titans-Billionaires-World-Class-Performers/dp/1328683788

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https://www.amazon.com/4-Hour-Workweek-Escape-Live-Anywhere/dp/0307465357

Bolle Safety Glasses worked for me. They also have darker tinted ones too, but the yellow tint lenses are what work for me when there's bright lights and a computer screen involved.

https://www.amazon.com/253-CT-40047-Contour-Eyewear-Semi-Rimless-Anti-Fog/dp/B009KQCMUQ/ref=pd_bxgy_img_2/137-1688506-6712201?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_i=B009KQCMUQ&pd_rd_r=ca434a83-8113-11e9-b54d-15003332d70e&pd_rd_w=bSe6m&pd_rd_wg=86VBt&pf_rd_p=a2006322-0bc0-4db9-a08e-d168c18ce6f0&pf_rd_r=KWP6B2AGCTDYC93WNTKE&psc=1&refRID=KWP6B2AGCTDYC93WNTKE

Woah, I didn´t even know these existed, during my few years as an electrician my favourite tool was this:

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https://www.amazon.co.uk/Duo-Stripper-Stripper-Automatic-Longitudinal-Stripping/dp/B003A6631G

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Cheers mate, looks like I´m gonna have a new addition to my toolbox.

My former lecturer wrote a book on programming with structured text: https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/8743002420/ref=dbs_a_w_dp_8743002420

I can’t remember how much it goes into structuring a bigger program, but it can be very useful as a reference book.

This one works great: https://smile.amazon.com/TP-Link-Wireless-Travel-Extender-TL-WR802N/dp/B00TQEX8BO/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1499912670&sr=8-1&keywords=tp+link+travel+router

PLC Controls with Structured Text (ST) https://www.amazon.com/dp/8743002420/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_zX3mDbMVVCQ0K Here is that book in English. I purchased it a few weeks ago, and haven't gotten too far into it, but looks to be a good introduction.

It's similar to assembly language but I'm guessing that you have figured that much out already.

This might be helpful to you:
Automating with STEP 7 in STL and SCL: SIMATIC S7-300/400 Programmable Controllers

Here are 2 recommended from this forum. I haven't got to reading them yet but they were well reviewed.

https://www.amazon.com/Control-System-Design-Guide-Fourth/dp/0123859204/?pldnSite=1

https://www.amazon.com/Programmable-Logic-Controllers-Emphasis-Application/dp/097662592X/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1465689582&sr=8-3&keywords=PLCs+an+emphasis

I have been using one of these for 6 years. It works well.

Allen-Bradley PLCs: An Emphasis on Design and Application

If you're working with allen bradley PLCs, this is an incredible book. There is a thicker version that encompasses more brands of PLCs. I have both and they are incredible books that take you from zero to advanced quite fast. It's very detailed and encompasses most instructions. They touch on networking but if you are looking for an incredibly detailed book on it, I am actually looking for the same

tplink nano router that is the model I use