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Security information What is a Compact Field Unit? Product overview SIMATIC Functions Distributed I/O SIMATIC CFU Operation planning Installation Commissioning Manual Connecting Commissioning Diagnostics of the CFU Servicing and maintenance Compact Field Unit in the enclosure for use in a...
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Note the following: WARNING Siemens products may only be used for the applications described in the catalog and in the relevant technical documentation. If products and components from other manufacturers are used, these must be recommended or approved by Siemens. Proper transport, storage, installation, assembly, commissioning, operation and maintenance are required to ensure that the products operate safely and without any problems.
Overview of the components....................14 Front view of the CFU......................16 2D matrix code (QR code / EAN code)..................17 Functions..............................19 Overview of the interfaces of the SIMATIC CFU PA..............19 Functions of the fieldbus connections (FB)................20 Operation planning.............................21 Rules for the operation......................21 System change during operation...................22 PA profiles for field devices on PROFIBUS PA..............23...
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Assigning parameters to CFU online via SIMATIC PDM............84 8.8.2 Simplified commissioning of connected field devices............85 8.8.3 Read back IOs........................86 8.8.4 Parameter assignment of PROFIBUS PA field device (online)..........86 8.8.5 Correcting errors on the PROFIBUS PA................88 Configuring with PDM Stand alone..................89 SIMATIC CFU Commissioning Manual, 07/2018, A5E39252870-AC...
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11.3.2.1 Configuration with CFU......................115 11.3.2.2 Installation..........................115 11.3.2.3 Installation rules........................116 11.3.2.4 Installing SIMATIC CFU PA bundle with aluminum enclosure on the mounting surface..117 11.3.2.5 Installing the CFU.........................118 11.3.2.6 Connecting the cables......................119 11.3.2.7 Connecting the field bus to the CFU..................121 11.3.2.8 Connecting the cable shields of the PROFIBUS PA cables..........122...
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12.1.6 Rated voltage........................138 12.2 Technical specifications of the Compact Field Unit PA............138 12.3 Technical specifications of the SIMATIC CFU PA bundle with aluminum enclosure...143 Appendix..............................145 Article numbers (accessories / spare parts).................145 Terminal assignment of the CFU PA..................146 Mounting rules........................148 A.3.1 Minimum clearances in the control cabinet................148...
In order to protect plants, systems, machines and networks against cyber threats, it is necessary to implement – and continuously maintain – a holistic, state-of-the-art industrial security concept. Siemens’ products and solutions only form one element of such a concept. Customer is responsible to prevent unauthorized access to its plants, systems, machines and networks.
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Security information SIMATIC CFU Commissioning Manual, 07/2018, A5E39252870-AC...
IO network of an automation system. Figure 2-1 Basic integration of a CFU in the automation environment (SIMATIC CFU PA is given as an example) ● You can find information on the CFU functions in section "Overview of the interfaces of the SIMATIC CFU PA (Page 19)".
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● Configuring and planning of Ethernet networks and fieldbus systems (PROFINET IO, PROFIBUS PA) ● MICROSOFT operating system and SIEMENS software (PCS 7; STEP 7; SIMATIC PDM) If the Compact Field Unit is to be used in a hazardous area, you require the following additional knowledge: ●...
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The following terms are used as synonyms in this document: Term in the manual Synonyms Notes Compact Field Unit Applies, if not otherwise specified, to all types of SIMATIC CFU. CFU PA Compact Field Unit PA Applies, if not otherwise specified, for the product SIMATIC CFU PA. Fieldbus PROFIBUS PA Applies, if not otherwise specified, for the PROFIBUS PA as a fieldbus.
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Support Request (http://support.industry.siemens.com/My/ww/en/requests). ● Should you have any questions on the products described in this documentation for which you cannot find any answers here. Please contact your SIEMENS contact person: Representatives and offices (http:// support.industry.siemens.com/aspa_app/) ● The technical documentation for the various SIMATIC products and systems is available on the Internet (http://support.industry.siemens.com/My/ww/en/requests).
In the case of large distances of the inputs and outputs from the automation system the wiring can become very extensive and unstructured. Electromagnetic interferences can impair the reliability. The flexibility of a central installation is also limited. SIMATIC CFU Commissioning Manual, 07/2018, A5E39252870-AC...
● You can find displays for the device status on the interface dome. Supplementary information: ● Section "Overview of the interfaces of the SIMATIC CFU PA (Page 19)" ● Section "Diagnostics via LED displays (Page 91)" ● Section "Overview of the interfaces of the SIMATIC CFU PA (Page 19)"...
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X1 and X2 ● for connecting sensors and/or actuators ● for connecting field devices Additional information Article numbers of these and other components are available in section "Article numbers (accessories / spare parts) (Page 145)". SIMATIC CFU Commissioning Manual, 07/2018, A5E39252870-AC...
120 m length; cable termination with automatic bus terminator ● <n>+ data cable (red) ● <n>- data cable (green) Reset: Restore delivery state - reset to factory settings: G Assembly instruction (latch onto the mounting rail from below) SIMATIC CFU Commissioning Manual, 07/2018, A5E39252870-AC...
The 2D matrix code on the product is a coded representation of the product-specific article number. Access to product-related information For reading the 2D matrix code, SIEMENS offers an app for mobile use. Information about the app and the download can be found on the Internet: "Mobile use via app (https://support.industry.siemens.com/cs/ww/en/sc/2067)".
Functions Overview of the interfaces of the SIMATIC CFU PA The CFU is an IO device on the higher-level PROFINET IO system. Interfaces The CFU PA has the following interfaces: Interface Quantity Supplementary note Interfaces for bus systems: PROFINET IO...
● Section "Voltage relationships (galvanic isolation) (Page 27)" ● Section "Diagnostics via LED displays (Page 91)" ● Section "Using service interface (Page 106)" ● You can find information on configuring and assigning parameters in section "Commissioning (offline) (Page 66)". SIMATIC CFU Commissioning Manual, 07/2018, A5E39252870-AC...
● BusAdapter Ensure that the BusAdapterEnsure that the BusAdapter is suitable for use at the respective ambient temperature. SIMATIC; Distributed I/O; You can find information about this in the documentation BusAdapter for distributed I/O. SIMATIC CFU Commissioning Manual, 07/2018, A5E39252870-AC...
Information about installation with the Device Integration Manager is available in the help for SIMATIC PDM. Basic procedure You can find additional information on the procedure in section "Servicing and maintenance (Page 99)". Additional information Read section "Use in hazardous areas (Page 24)" SIMATIC CFU Commissioning Manual, 07/2018, A5E39252870-AC...
● If you are using SIMATIC PDM, you will find the PROFIBUS PA profiles in the following folder: PROFIBUS-PA > Profile > Ident Neutral > Siemens AG When the PROFIBUS PA profile of the CFU PA is integrated, you can find the PA profile of the CFU PA in the catalog in HW Config in the folder: PROFINET IO >...
Read the information on approval in the product information. The following can be used in zone 2/22 hazardous areas: ● SIMATIC CFU PA bundle with aluminum enclosure ● PROFINET cables to the CFU ● The cables to PROFIBUS PA field devices, sensors and actuators...
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Certificates for the CFU The EU prototype test certificate and the EU certificates of conformity for the CFU are available under Service & Support on the Internet (https://support.industry.siemens.com/cs/us/en/). Connecting and disconnecting the cables to the CFU during operation DANGER Explosion hazard It is forbidden to open the enclosure during operation in the Zone 22 hazardous area.
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● Tighten screws and cable glands to the correct tightening torque. The SIMATIC CFU PA bundle with aluminum enclosure contains cable glands. If you want to use the SIMATIC CFU PA bundle with aluminum enclosure, you must observe the cable cross- sections.
● Section "Technical specifications; Technical specifications of the Compact Field Unit PA (Page 138)" See also Product information (http://support.automation.siemens.com/WW/view/109748348) Voltage relationships (galvanic isolation) The CFU PA has galvanic isolation between the fieldbus and all other circuit components of the CFU PA.
You can find additional information in section "Minimum clearances in the control cabinet (Page 148)". If you integrate the SIMATIC CFU PA bundle with aluminum housing into the system, the required distances are taken into account. Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) To maintain the EMC, note the following: ●...
● Read the information in the product information of the CFU. CFU product information is supplied together with the product, or is available on the Internet Customer Support (http://support.industry.siemens.com/cs/) via the CFU article number (see section "Article numbers (accessories / spare parts) (Page 145)").
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● Ensure that the drill holes are positioned centered on the mounting rail (17.5 mm - corresponds to the center of a mounting rail: partially with an identification groove), ● and that only screws up to the maximum size are used. SIMATIC CFU Commissioning Manual, 07/2018, A5E39252870-AC...
● Pay attention to using suitable cable cross-sections and tightening torques for the cable glands. Installing a Compact Field Unit Observe the minimum distances and the bending radii of the cables used during the installation. SIMATIC CFU Commissioning Manual, 07/2018, A5E39252870-AC...
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● See section "Connecting a PROFIBUS PA field device (Page 41)" Connect the cables to the connections of the CFU (FB<n> Execute and DIQ<n>). Observe the pin assignment of the plugs (see section "Terminal assignment of the CFU PA (Page 146)"). SIMATIC CFU Commissioning Manual, 07/2018, A5E39252870-AC...
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● Ensure that there are no foreign bodies between the enclosure parts (e.g. between the enclosure cover and the enclosure base). ● Close the enclosure. SIMATIC CFU PA bundle with aluminum enclosure (suitable for hazardous area zone 2/22) See also Removing the CFU (Page 35) SIMATIC CFU...
Disconnect the connectors from the CFU or, if necessary, disconnect the cables from the con‐ nector/BusAdapter. Loosen the fixing screws at both sides of the CFU. Push the CFU up and pull it out to the front. SIMATIC CFU Commissioning Manual, 07/2018, A5E39252870-AC...
● You can find additional information in section "Mechanical and climatic ambient conditions for operation (Page 134)". ● You can find information on current consumption and power loss of the CFU in section "Technical specifications of the Compact Field Unit PA (Page 138)". SIMATIC CFU Commissioning Manual, 07/2018, A5E39252870-AC...
NEC Class 2 according to the National Electrical Code (r) (ANSI / NFPA 70). WARNING Non-permissible power supply In a configuration with a redundant power supply (two separate power supplies), both must meet these requirements. SIMATIC CFU Commissioning Manual, 07/2018, A5E39252870-AC...
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● The power supply has a high-impedance connection with the enclosure to enable an ungrounded installation. ● Observe the wiring rules. ● The maximum cross-section of the connection is 2.5 mm . A strain relief is not present. SIMATIC CFU Commissioning Manual, 07/2018, A5E39252870-AC...
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1. Using the screwdriver, press the spring opener as far as screwdriver. it will go and pull the cable out the terminal. 2. Remove the cable from the plug. 2. Pull the screwdriver out of the spring release. SIMATIC CFU Commissioning Manual, 07/2018, A5E39252870-AC...
The shield of the PROFIBUS PA cables must be connected to the functional earth in each case. Refer to section "Cable cross-sections and wire end ferrules (Page 45)". Additional information ● Section "Technical specifications of the Compact Field Unit PA (Page 138)" ● Section "Tools and tightening torques (Page 149)" SIMATIC CFU Commissioning Manual, 07/2018, A5E39252870-AC...
You can find additional information in the following sections: ● Section "Technical specifications of the Compact Field Unit PA (Page 138)" ● Section "Configuring freely configurable channels (parameter overview - DIQ) (Page 78)" SIMATIC CFU Commissioning Manual, 07/2018, A5E39252870-AC...
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Wiring variant "Digital input with 3-wire interface" Wiring scheme Terminals Connection Sensor supply for a channel of ● M: Reference potential for the CFU the sensor supply ● <n>+: Sensor supply, channel DI<n> ● <n>-: Input signal, channel DI<n> SIMATIC CFU Commissioning Manual, 07/2018, A5E39252870-AC...
● Section "Connecting the power supply to the CFU (Page 38)" ● Section "Connecting a PROFIBUS PA field device (Page 41)" ● Section "Connecting a sensor / final controlling element to the CFU (Page 42)" ● Section "Tools and tightening torques (Page 149)" SIMATIC CFU Commissioning Manual, 07/2018, A5E39252870-AC...
Remove cable sheath and ● Length 60 mm shielding ● SIMATIC CFU PA bundle with aluminum enclosure: Also remove the sheath of the PA bus cables in the area of the shield terminals: – Bottom terminals: Remove the sheath in the area between 150 mm to 165 mm –...
3. Insert the wire into the round opening as far as it will go. 4. In case of a stranded wire without wire end ferrule: Remove the screwdriver from the spring release. Result The cable is contacted firmly in the connector. SIMATIC CFU Commissioning Manual, 07/2018, A5E39252870-AC...
The shields of the fieldbus cables must be connected to the functional earth FE. Guide the shield as far as possible from the CFU connections. Shielding fieldbus cables with SIMATIC CFU PA bundle with aluminum enclosure Refer to section "Connecting the cable shields of the PROFIBUS PA cables (Page 122)".
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Required tools ● Screwdriver for fastening the connection terminal onto the mounting rail (usually 3 mm) ● Screwdriver for fastening the grounding wire onto the mounting rail ● Wire stripping tool ● Possibly crimp tool SIMATIC CFU Commissioning Manual, 07/2018, A5E39252870-AC...
(accessories / spare parts) (Page 145)". Industrial ● Information about installing the BusAdapters is available in the documentation Ethernet / PROFINET Passive Network Components. You can find this documentation on the Internet under http://support.industry.siemens.com/ cs/ww/de/view/84922825 (http://support.industry.siemens.com/cs/ww/en/view/84922825). SIMATIC CFU Commissioning Manual, 07/2018, A5E39252870-AC...
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Connecting 7.8 Communication via PROFINET SIMATIC CFU Commissioning Manual, 07/2018, A5E39252870-AC...
● The new CFU is reset to factory settings. ● The topology of the PROFINET IO system is configured and downloaded to the CPU. Observe section "Replacing the CFU (Page 100)". Additional information Section "Restoring the state of delivery (Page 107)" SIMATIC CFU Commissioning Manual, 07/2018, A5E39252870-AC...
You can find the assignment of fieldbus connections to the addresses of the PROFINET PA field devices in section "PROFIBUS addresses of the PROFIBUS PA field devices on the CFU PA (FBn) (Page 151)". SIMATIC CFU Commissioning Manual, 07/2018, A5E39252870-AC...
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You can find information on this in section "Parameter assignment of PROFIBUS PA field device (online) (Page 86)". Disabling fieldbus connections. You can disable individual fieldbus connections in SIMATIC PDM using the commissioning wizard of the CFU. SIMATIC CFU Commissioning Manual, 07/2018, A5E39252870-AC...
All steps up to step 6 can be performed without hard‐ ● CFU and field device ware. parameters are assigned. Commissioning is performed starting from step 7. ● CFU is not linked to any project. SIMATIC CFU Commissioning Manual, 07/2018, A5E39252870-AC...
3. In SIMATIC PDM, select the menu command Device > CFU PA <Vx.x> Configuration. The "CFU PA ... Configuration" dialog window opens. You can find detailed information on the use of the wizard in its individual dialog windows. SIMATIC CFU Commissioning Manual, 07/2018, A5E39252870-AC...
● Enabling and disabling of individual fieldbus connections. ● Status: Display for commissioning of field devices (automatic addressing, reading out of supported IOs) ● Display of an active service port. A configured service port is marked with "On". SIMATIC CFU Commissioning Manual, 07/2018, A5E39252870-AC...
If you click the "Commissioning Wizard: Add/remove/replace field devices only" button, you go directly to step 4/6 of the commissioning wizard. Simplified commissioning of connected field devices You can find information on this in section "Simplified commissioning of connected field devices (Page 85)". SIMATIC CFU Commissioning Manual, 07/2018, A5E39252870-AC...
Rules for specifying the device name (in accordance with IEC 61158-6-10) ● A device name may have a maximum length of 240 characters (letters, numbers, hyphen or dot). ● A device name must consist of at least one character. SIMATIC CFU Commissioning Manual, 07/2018, A5E39252870-AC...
● Section "Configuring the topology (Page 62)" ● Section "Removing or inserting the BusAdapter (Page 100)" 8.5.2 Assigning device names with existing configuration from HW Config Observe section "Removing or inserting the BusAdapter (Page 100)". SIMATIC CFU Commissioning Manual, 07/2018, A5E39252870-AC...
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5. If you want to check whether you have selected the desired IO device: Click the "Flashing on" button. The following LEDs flash on the selected device. – PWR – RN – ERR 6. Click the "Assign name" button. The device name is assigned directly to the device. SIMATIC CFU Commissioning Manual, 07/2018, A5E39252870-AC...
1. Select the PROFINET IO system to which the CFU is connected. 2. Select the menu command Edit > PROFINET IO > Topology. The "Topology Editor" dialog box opens. 3. Select the "Graphic view" tab. SIMATIC CFU Commissioning Manual, 07/2018, A5E39252870-AC...
● The device name must be unique in the PROFINET IO system. ● The programming device interface must be connected directly to the PROFINET IO system. ● The MAC address of the CFU is known. ● SIMATIC PDM is used for parameter assignment. SIMATIC CFU Commissioning Manual, 07/2018, A5E39252870-AC...
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3. Select the CFU. Set the following in the dialog: – IP configuration of the CFU (Set IP configuration" area) – Device name ("Device name" area) You can find additional information in the STEP 7 online help. SIMATIC CFU Commissioning Manual, 07/2018, A5E39252870-AC...
Take the following information sources for configuring into account: ● "Industrial Ethernet / PROFINET Passive network stations (https:// support.industry.siemens.com/cs/ww/en/view/84922825)" manual ● PCS 7 online help ● Help for the topology editor ● Readme (online) ● Current Product Information SIMATIC CFU Commissioning Manual, 07/2018, A5E39252870-AC...
1. In the current PCS 7 profile open the folder PROFINET IO > I/O > Compact Field Unit. 2. Double-click the Compact Field Unit PA. The CFU is inserted on the PROFINET IO. 3. Select the added CFU. 4. Select the shortcut menu command Properties. SIMATIC CFU Commissioning Manual, 07/2018, A5E39252870-AC...
● Section "Configuring a PROFIBUS PA field device (offline) (Page 71)" 8.7.2.3 Configuring a freely configurable channel (DIQ) In the following configuration the CFU is shown, as an example, with configured channels at a redundant IO Controller. SIMATIC CFU Commissioning Manual, 07/2018, A5E39252870-AC...
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Modification is not required 6. You specify the properties of the freely configurable channels in the "Parameters" tab. You can find information on parameter assignment in section "Configuring freely configurable channels (parameter overview - DIQ) (Page 78)". SIMATIC CFU Commissioning Manual, 07/2018, A5E39252870-AC...
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Note: Even if all symbols are assigned, you can use an IO channel only once as an input or output. Additional information You can find additional information on assigning parameters in section "Configuring freely configurable channels (parameter overview - DIQ) (Page 78)". SIMATIC CFU Commissioning Manual, 07/2018, A5E39252870-AC...
PROFINET IO > I/O > Compact Field Unit > Compact Field Unit PA -> Profibus-PA Profiles... If you are using SIMATIC PDM, you will find the PROFIBUS PA profiles in the folder: PROFIBUS-PA > Profile > Ident Neutral > Siemens AG SIMATIC CFU...
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3. If the hardware catalog is not visible, select the menu command View > Catalog. The hardware catalog is opened. 4. Double-click "PROFIBUS PA" in the library. Search for the required field device in the catalog. SIMATIC CFU Commissioning Manual, 07/2018, A5E39252870-AC...
You can find additional information on online parameter assignment in the following sections: ● Section "Assigning parameters to CFU online via SIMATIC PDM (Page 84)" ● Section "Parameter assignment of PROFIBUS PA field device (online) (Page 86)" SIMATIC CFU Commissioning Manual, 07/2018, A5E39252870-AC...
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PROFINET functions > Isochronous mode > En‐ nous mode > Engineering > Con‐ gineering > Configuration) figuring Media redundancy Network configuration for the PROFINET IO sys‐ PROFINET functions > Media re‐ dundancy (PROFINET functions > Media redundancy) SIMATIC CFU Commissioning Manual, 07/2018, A5E39252870-AC...
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● Comparing TAGs ● Service interface ● Manual field device integration" Status + notifica‐ General Names of the status interface of the PROFIBUS tions PA master Addresses Addresses used internally (these must not be changed) SIMATIC CFU Commissioning Manual, 07/2018, A5E39252870-AC...
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PROFIBUS PA You can find additional information on the tabs in the STEP 7 online help. For information only / no modification of the function possible, you can only enter comments. SIMATIC CFU Commissioning Manual, 07/2018, A5E39252870-AC...
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⑤ Slot 0/ X1 P1 R: Parameters for BusAdapter (port 1 of the PROFINET IO interface X1) ⑥ Slot 0/ X1 P2 R: Parameters for BusAdapter (port 2 of the PROFINET IO interface X1) SIMATIC CFU Commissioning Manual, 07/2018, A5E39252870-AC...
You can enter a name for the DIQ channel. Settings in the "Properties..." dialog box of a DIQ channel Addresses You can adapt the following parameters: (no change ● Addresses of the inputs and outputs necessary in ● Process image PCS 7) SIMATIC CFU Commissioning Manual, 07/2018, A5E39252870-AC...
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● Parameters for the digital outputs – Enable channel – Wire break (monitoring) – Short-circuit to L+ (monitoring) – Short-circuit to M (monitoring) – Response to CPU STOP ● Diagnostics Missing supply voltage (monitoring): enable/disable SIMATIC CFU Commissioning Manual, 07/2018, A5E39252870-AC...
3. Make the system-specific settings. Standard behavior (non-activated channel) A channel that is not activated always behaves like a "digital input" without sensor supply. 8.7.3.3 Assigning parameters to the PA master (parameter overview - FB M) SIMATIC CFU Commissioning Manual, 07/2018, A5E39252870-AC...
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If PCS 7 is used, the Engineering System applies a correct parameter assignment to the addresses. The name in the General tab can be applied unchanged. 5. Load the parameters into the CFU. 6. Make the required settings. SIMATIC CFU Commissioning Manual, 07/2018, A5E39252870-AC...
● Settings on the engineering system or on the field device are not required. ● If the service port is enabled, you can calibrate field devices connected to the service port. The field device behaves on the service port as it did on the original fieldbus connection. SIMATIC CFU Commissioning Manual, 07/2018, A5E39252870-AC...
You can find information on this in section "Assigning parameters to the PA master (parameter overview - FB M) (Page 80)". 2. Set the IO in the field device such that it matches the configuration. SIMATIC CFU Commissioning Manual, 07/2018, A5E39252870-AC...
The supported profiles of the PROFIBUS PA field device are read out and made available for selection in the commissioning wizard. You can find information on this in section "Startup of field devices depending on the configuration (Page 52)". SIMATIC CFU Commissioning Manual, 07/2018, A5E39252870-AC...
6. Run the "Read back IOs" function in HW Config. You can find information on this in section "Read back IOs (Page 86)". Result: The configuration is adopted from the wizard and is consistent. SIMATIC CFU Commissioning Manual, 07/2018, A5E39252870-AC...
You can determine the status of the field devices in the "CFU PA ... Configuration; Commissioning Wizard" dialog of SIMATIC PDM. You can find information on this in section "Configuring CFU with PDM (Page 55)". SIMATIC CFU Commissioning Manual, 07/2018, A5E39252870-AC...
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1. To do this, select the menu command Device > CFU PA ... Configuration> Expert functions. 2. Read the field device data again or restart the field device. SIMATIC CFU Commissioning Manual, 07/2018, A5E39252870-AC...
● Expected TAG is incorrect: Adjust in HW Config. DP slave diagnostics Errors in the field device Use the diagnostic functions of SIMATIC available slot <x> PDM for the field device. (Slot number in HW Con‐ fig) SIMATIC CFU Commissioning Manual, 07/2018, A5E39252870-AC...
3. Enter the name of the tag in the opened dialog. Note The address of the CFU that you set in the "Insert SIMATIC PDM Object(s)" dialog can be changed later on the "Communication" tab of the "Object properties" dialog. SIMATIC CFU Commissioning Manual, 07/2018, A5E39252870-AC...
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CFU behavior after switching on Connected field devices are detected and you can configure the field devices. You can find additional information on this in section "Using a wizard for CFU configuration (Page 55)". SIMATIC CFU Commissioning Manual, 07/2018, A5E39252870-AC...
Select the CFU in HW Config. Select menu command PLC > Module information. – Connection status Call from Start menu Siemens SIMATIC programs: STEP 7 > NCM S7 > Diagnostics – Inventory data Callup via SIEMENS SIMATIC program: SIMATIC > SIMATIC Management Console (license required) >...
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Status display (Maintenance) Maintenance necessa‐ nection (FB<n>) ry or maintenance re‐ quired Error display (Error) Error Table 9-1 Legend for the following tables: LED lit LED not lit Any status (not relevant) Flashes Maintenance status (flashes) SIMATIC CFU Commissioning Manual, 07/2018, A5E39252870-AC...
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Check whether a firmware update is All channel LEDs also flash. available and carry out the update. If (~2 Hz) (~2 Hz) (~2 Hz) the error persists, contact Siemens In‐ dustry Online Support. Unsupported BusAdapter Replace the BusAdapter. (~2 Hz) (~2 Hz) Internal updates are running after a Wait until the update has been com‐...
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Table 9-5 Area: Fieldbus ER/MT (error/main‐ FB<n> - LED Maintenance Message tenance) Good status: Device connected and ready for operation Good status: No de‐ vice connected and configured Startup phase of the field device Flashes SIMATIC CFU Commissioning Manual, 07/2018, A5E39252870-AC...
A faulty IO device (sensor, actuator or field device) does not trigger indication of a faulty CFU. The CFU signals the respective status for each channel or for each PROFIBUS PA field device (only for CFU PA). SIMATIC CFU Commissioning Manual, 07/2018, A5E39252870-AC...
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8 fieldbus connections (FIELDBUS; FB0 to (DIQ: DIQ0 to DIQ7) FB7) The figure below shows an example of the CFU PA view: Display The status of the CFU is marked with the maintenance symbols. Status display of channels/field devices SIMATIC CFU Commissioning Manual, 07/2018, A5E39252870-AC...
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The legend shows the symbolic identification of the possible statuses and their meaning. Clicking the button resets the stored maintenance sta‐ "Process operations" for the tuses. diagnostics area Call in the operator control and monitoring system SIMATIC CFU Commissioning Manual, 07/2018, A5E39252870-AC...
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Diagnostics of the CFU 9.3 Diagnostics with the Maintenance Station SIMATIC CFU Commissioning Manual, 07/2018, A5E39252870-AC...
During maintenance of a field device, it may be useful to disable the fieldbus connection for the respective field device. ● Maintaining sensors/actuators During maintenance of a sensor/actuator, it can make sense to disable the respective channel. This ensures that faults cannot influence the system. SIMATIC CFU Commissioning Manual, 07/2018, A5E39252870-AC...
If you are using the CFU in a hazardous area, you must observe the following sections: ● Section "Use in hazardous areas (Page 24)" ● Section "Compact Field Unit in the enclosure for use in a hazardous area (Page 109)" SIMATIC CFU Commissioning Manual, 07/2018, A5E39252870-AC...
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Connect power supply cables (PS1 to X80 / PS2 to X81). Switching on the CFU You can find information about this in section "Switching on the CFU (Page 51)". Note that you have to download the parameters of the CFU using PDM. SIMATIC CFU Commissioning Manual, 07/2018, A5E39252870-AC...
4. Enable the sensor/actuator (in HW Config). Additional information Section "Tools and tightening torques (Page 149)" 10.6 Overload of freely configurable channels (DIQ<n>) At a thermal overload, all configurable channels of the CFU are disabled. SIMATIC CFU Commissioning Manual, 07/2018, A5E39252870-AC...
CFU PA (FBn) (Page 151)". Configuring profiles for field devices If you configure profiles for field devices, a field device can be replaced by a compatible field device without changing the configuration. SIMATIC CFU Commissioning Manual, 07/2018, A5E39252870-AC...
● The field device is not connected to the service port of the CFU. ● The field device is connected to a port of the CFU that has not yet been configured in the CFU. ● The spur line to the field device is enabled. SIMATIC CFU Commissioning Manual, 07/2018, A5E39252870-AC...
(fails). Then the commissioning phase of the field device starts again. Additional information ● Section "Using a wizard for CFU configuration (Page 55)" ● Section ""Expert Functions" dialog (Page 59)" SIMATIC CFU Commissioning Manual, 07/2018, A5E39252870-AC...
Reading back the parameters "Load to PG/PC" function The reading back of parameters is possible using the "Load to PG/PC" function. Observe the information in the online help for STEP 7 and SIMATIC PDM. SIMATIC CFU Commissioning Manual, 07/2018, A5E39252870-AC...
Select a pin with the following dimensions for the reset (for example a paper clip): ● Diameter 0.8 mm ● Length at least 10 mm The Reset button is located on the front of the CFU (see the following figure). SIMATIC CFU Commissioning Manual, 07/2018, A5E39252870-AC...
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You must enter the device name and IP address for the CFU again and download all data of the CFU. You can find additional information about this in section "Preparing the CFU for commissioning (Page 59)". SIMATIC CFU Commissioning Manual, 07/2018, A5E39252870-AC...
The enclosure serves to integrate a CFU in the automation environment with field devices in a hazardous area (up to zone 2/22). ● The CFU can be pre-assembled in the enclosure. The "SIMATIC CFU PA bundle with aluminum enclosure" is designed specifically for use in the hazardous area of zone 2/22.
Compact Field Unit in the enclosure for use in a hazardous area 11.2 Grounding for configuration with SIMATIC CFU PA bundle with aluminum enclosure Compact Field Unit (CFU) in the automation environment The following figure demonstrates basic integration of a CFU PA with an enclosure in the automation environment.
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Compact Field Unit in the enclosure for use in a hazardous area 11.2 Grounding for configuration with SIMATIC CFU PA bundle with aluminum enclosure Direct grounding If equipotential bonding (e.g. equipotential bonding line) is routed between explosion-prone areas and safe areas, direct grounding can be implemented.
● Observe the installation regulations during installation in accordance with EN 60079‑14. ● The SIMATIC CFU PA bundle with aluminum enclosure contains cable glands with a M20x1.5 thread for cable diameters from 7 mm to 13 mm (with a reducing insert: cable 4 mm to 8 mm) ●...
Avoid a tensile load on the grounding cable, which connects the housing cover to the base of the housing. The SIMATIC CFU PA bundle with aluminum enclosure is installed horizontally or vertically. The cable glands should point down or to the right.
Compact Field Unit in the enclosure for use in a hazardous area 11.3 Configuration with SIMATIC CFU PA bundle with aluminum enclosure 11.3.1.2 Design types of protection on the CFU The types of protection include design and electrical measures relating to the equipment to achieve explosion protection in the hazardous areas.
Installation 11.3.2.1 Configuration with CFU Introduction The SIMATIC CFU PA bundle with aluminum enclosure is approved as a combination of enclosure and SIMATIC CFU. For explosion-prone areas, approval is valid up to zone 2/22. 11.3.2.2 Installation The SIMATIC CFU PA bundle with aluminum enclosure must be installed and connected by qualified personnel.
NOTICE Risk of injury due to heavy weight of the SIMATIC CFU bundle with aluminum enclosure The weight of the SIMATIC CFU bundle with aluminum enclosure is approx. 5.5 kg. Hold the device securely in your hand during installation. Technical setup The SIMATIC CFU is pre-assembled in the enclosure.
WARNING Risk for intrinsic safety When a connector is mixed up on the SIMATIC CFU PA (e.g. PROFINET cable is mixed up with PA spur lines), or if the cable is connected incorrectly to the PA field devices, intrinsic safety is at risk: ●...
– For use of the CFU, read the information in section "Technical specifications (Page 127)" and in the section "Technical specifications of the SIMATIC CFU PA bundle with aluminum enclosure (Page 143)". – Fasten the lower part of the enclosure to the mounting surface using fixing screws.
All cables on the enclosure must be effectively clamped to prevent dragging or twisting. Cable and conductor glands Upon delivery of the SIMATIC CFU PA bundle with aluminum enclosure, all cable and conductor glands with the components shown in the figure are present.
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Compact Field Unit in the enclosure for use in a hazardous area 11.3 Configuration with SIMATIC CFU PA bundle with aluminum enclosure Depending on the application, you may need to remove or reinstall the reducing insert and/or the blanking plugs. Whenever possible, set aside any components that you have removed so that you can use them again if the configuration changes.
Compact Field Unit in the enclosure for use in a hazardous area 11.3 Configuration with SIMATIC CFU PA bundle with aluminum enclosure 11.3.2.7 Connecting the field bus to the CFU Introduction The PROFIBUS PA cables are introduced into the enclosure by means of cable glands.
Compact Field Unit in the enclosure for use in a hazardous area 11.3 Configuration with SIMATIC CFU PA bundle with aluminum enclosure 11.3.2.8 Connecting the cable shields of the PROFIBUS PA cables The shields of the fieldbus cables must be connected to the functional earth FE. Use the shield spring terminals mounted in the enclosure for this.
Compact Field Unit in the enclosure for use in a hazardous area 11.3 Configuration with SIMATIC CFU PA bundle with aluminum enclosure See also Article numbers (accessories / spare parts) (Page 145) 11.3.2.9 Grounding SIMATIC CFU PA bundle with aluminum enclosure Required accessories ●...
Compact Field Unit in the enclosure for use in a hazardous area 11.3 Configuration with SIMATIC CFU PA bundle with aluminum enclosure Observe the following sections: ● Section "Permitted activities in hazardous areas (Page 124)" ● Section "Maintenance during operation (Page 124)"...
Run a function check after cleaning the CFU. 11.3.3.5 Replace pressure compensation element In principle, the pressure compensation element for the SIMATIC CFU PA bundle with aluminum enclosure is maintenance-free. The following figure shows the position of the pressure compensation element.
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Compact Field Unit in the enclosure for use in a hazardous area 11.3 Configuration with SIMATIC CFU PA bundle with aluminum enclosure Figure 11-4 Position of the pressure compensation element on the aluminum enclosure (view from below) Excess pressure or low pressure inside the enclosure...
Official Journals of the European Union: ● Low-Voltage Directive ● EMC Directive ● Explosion Protection Directive ● RoHS Directive The Declaration of Conformity can be downloaded from the Internet: Industry Online Support International (http://support.industry.siemens.com/cs/ww/en/ps/cert) SIMATIC CFU Commissioning Manual, 07/2018, A5E39252870-AC...
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(RoHS = Restrictions of the use of certain Harzardous Substances) 2011/95/EU "Restriction of the use of certain hazardous substances in electrical and electronic equipment" According to the requirements of EN 50581, the product does not contain any dangerous substances. SIMATIC CFU Commissioning Manual, 07/2018, A5E39252870-AC...
This equipment is suitable for use in Class I, Division 2, Groups A, B, C or D; Class I, Zone 2, Group IIC, or non-hazardous locations only. 12.1.1.6 FM Approval Factory Mutual Research (FM) in accordance with Approval Standard Class Number 3611, 3600, 3810 SIMATIC CFU Commissioning Manual, 07/2018, A5E39252870-AC...
Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) is the capacity of an electrical installation to function satisfactorily in its electromagnetic environment without affecting that environment. EMC in accordance with NE21 The S7 CPU 410-5H automation system with connected CFU meets the EMC requirements according to NAMUR Guideline NE21. SIMATIC CFU Commissioning Manual, 07/2018, A5E39252870-AC...
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● 10 V/m modulated ● 80% AM (1 kHz) HF coupling according to IEC 61000-4-6 ● 0.15 to 80 MHz ● 10 Vrms unmodulated ● 80% AM (1 kHz) ● 150 Ω source impedance SIMATIC CFU Commissioning Manual, 07/2018, A5E39252870-AC...
The following specifications apply for modules that are transported or stored in their product packaging. Table 12-4 Transport and storage conditions Type of condition Permitted range Free fall (in product packaging) ≤0.3 m Temperature From ‑40 °C to + 70 °C SIMATIC CFU Commissioning Manual, 07/2018, A5E39252870-AC...
The mechanical ambient conditions for the described components are specified in the table below for sinusoidal vibrations. Table 12-5 Mechanical ambient conditions Frequency range in 5 ≤ f ≤ 8.4 Amplitude 3.5 mm 8.4 ≤ f ≤ 150 Constant acceleration 9.8 m/s SIMATIC CFU Commissioning Manual, 07/2018, A5E39252870-AC...
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Bundle in alumi‐ - 40 °C to <= 50 °C Max. 2 A num enclosure Vertical installation; - 40 °C to <= 50 °C Max. 2 A Slot X2 must be at the top. SIMATIC CFU Commissioning Manual, 07/2018, A5E39252870-AC...
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Derating when devices are used at an altitude above sea level Altitude above sea level Derating factor for ambient temperature (-1000 m) to 2000 m 3000 m 4000 m Maximum permissible ambient temperature in °C for 2000 m SIMATIC CFU Commissioning Manual, 07/2018, A5E39252870-AC...
Protection class I in compliance with IEC 61140; this means that a grounding terminal to the rail is required! Protection against foreign bodies and water Protection class IP 20 according to IEC 60529; that is protection against contact with standard probes. There is no protection from penetration by water. SIMATIC CFU Commissioning Manual, 07/2018, A5E39252870-AC...
Dynamic value: Including ripple, e.g. three-phase current bridge rectification 12.2 Technical specifications of the Compact Field Unit PA Note Mechanical and climatic ambient conditions for operation Observe section "Mechanical and climatic ambient conditions for operation (Page 134)". SIMATIC CFU Commissioning Manual, 07/2018, A5E39252870-AC...
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8; Total current must be observed, see DQ – up to 60 °C, max. Input voltage 24 V ● Rated value (DC) -30 to +5V ● for signal "0" +11 to +30V ● for signal "1" SIMATIC CFU Commissioning Manual, 07/2018, A5E39252870-AC...
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2 Hz ● with inductive load, max. 10 Hz ● on lamp load, max. Total current of the outputs 0.5 A ● Current per channel, max. horizontal installation – up to 70 °C, max. SIMATIC CFU Commissioning Manual, 07/2018, A5E39252870-AC...
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70 °C; Observe derating ● horizontal installation, max. -40 °C ● vertical installation, min. 60 °C; Observe derating ● vertical installation, max. Ambient temperature during storage/transporta‐ tion -40 °C ● min. 85 °C ● max. SIMATIC CFU Commissioning Manual, 07/2018, A5E39252870-AC...
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CFU PA to single CPU S1 mode 1000 bytes with CiR capability, or 1440 bytes without CiR capability (993/1433 bytes of which used for address space and PROFINET user data qualifier of the field devices) SIMATIC CFU Commissioning Manual, 07/2018, A5E39252870-AC...
Technical specifications 12.3 Technical specifications of the SIMATIC CFU PA bundle with aluminum enclosure The number of user data qualifiers for the actual CFU PA and the field devices depends on the type: Table 12-12 Number of user data qualifiers depending on the type...
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Technical specifications 12.3 Technical specifications of the SIMATIC CFU PA bundle with aluminum enclosure Technical specifications Article number 6ES7655-5PX11-1AX0 Degree and class of protection Degree of protection acc. to EN 60529 ● IP66 Ambient conditions Ambient temperature during operation -40 °C ●...
– Vertical installation (interface dome at bottom; rotated 90° counterclockwise compared to the figure below): Route cables to the right. Table A-7 Minimum clearances in the control cabinet 20 mm Left Right 10 mm 10 mm Bottom 20 mm SIMATIC CFU Commissioning Manual, 07/2018, A5E39252870-AC...
Wrench for screw SW17 Pre-assembled (1 Nm) ement Dimensional diagrams A.4.1 Dimension drawings of the mounting rails Dimensions for the drill holes Mounting rails can be ordered in the lengths 483 mm and 2000 mm. SIMATIC CFU Commissioning Manual, 07/2018, A5E39252870-AC...
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Width (to drill hole: Distance Distance mounting rail distance b) (at the beginning and end of the (to the next drill mounting rail) hole) 2000 mm 35 mm (17.5 mm) 15 mm Approx. every 500 SIMATIC CFU Commissioning Manual, 07/2018, A5E39252870-AC...
PROFIBUS addresses of the PROFIBUS PA field devices on the CFU PA (FBn) You can connect all field devices that are suitable for PROFIBUS PA to the CFU PA. The PROFIBUS addresses are permanently assigned to the fieldbus connections FB<n>. Fieldbus connection PROFIBUS PA address SIMATIC CFU Commissioning Manual, 07/2018, A5E39252870-AC...
Heat ignition In normal operation and in case of failure heat ignition is not possible because excessive heating of the equipment and leads in the intrinsically safe power circuit is excluded. SIMATIC CFU Commissioning Manual, 07/2018, A5E39252870-AC...
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Investigation of intrinsic safety for field bus systems ; PTB Report W-53, Braunschweig, ● March 1993 PROFIBUS PA Commissioning Guide , Notes on using the IEC 61158-2 technology for ● PROFIBUS, (German art. no. 2.091 , English art. no. 2.092) PROFIBUS-Nutzerorganisation e. V. (http://www.profibus.com) SIMATIC CFU Commissioning Manual, 07/2018, A5E39252870-AC...
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Appendix A.6 CFU PA: Basics for PROFIBUS PA SIMATIC CFU Commissioning Manual, 07/2018, A5E39252870-AC...
Systematic arrangement of the individual modules. Configuration control Function that enables flexible adaptation of the actual configuration based on a defined maximum configuration via the user program. Input, output and diagnostics addresses remain unchanged. SIMATIC CFU Commissioning Manual, 07/2018, A5E39252870-AC...
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System with input and output modules that are configured on a distributed basis, far away from the CPU controlling them. Distributed I/O system → Earth Conductive earth whose electrical potential can be set equal to zero at any point. SIMATIC CFU Commissioning Manual, 07/2018, A5E39252870-AC...
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All interconnected, inactive parts of a piece of equipment that cannot accept any dangerous contact voltage, even in the event of a fault. Grounding Grounding means connecting an electrically conductive part to a grounding electrode by means of a grounding system. SIMATIC CFU Commissioning Manual, 07/2018, A5E39252870-AC...
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Module faults can be external faults (e.g. missing load voltage) or internal faults (e.g. processor failure). Internal faults always require module replacement. Node Device that can send, receive or amplify data via the bus, e.g. IO device via PROFINET IO. SIMATIC CFU Commissioning Manual, 07/2018, A5E39252870-AC...
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PROFIBUS is available with the following protocols: DP (= Distributed Periphery), FMS (= Fieldbus Message Specification), PA (= Process Automation) or TF (= Technological Functions). SIMATIC CFU Commissioning Manual, 07/2018, A5E39252870-AC...
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Provider-Consumer principle Principle of data communication on the PROFINET IO: in contrast to PROFIBUS, both partners are independent providers when sending data. Push-in terminal Terminal for the tool-free connection of wires. SIMATIC CFU Commissioning Manual, 07/2018, A5E39252870-AC...
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- the switch. Other communications devices (including switches) can then be connected to the other ports of the switch. The connection between a communication node and the switch remains a point-to-point connection. SIMATIC CFU Commissioning Manual, 07/2018, A5E39252870-AC...
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Value status The value status is the binary additional information of a digital signal. The value status is entered in the process image of the input and provides information on the validity of the signal. SIMATIC CFU Commissioning Manual, 07/2018, A5E39252870-AC...