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SIMATIC RF166C Introduction Security recommendations SIMATIC Ident Description Mounting RFID systems SIMATIC RF166C Connecting Configuring Operating Instructions Configuration using the Programming Service and maintenance Technical specifications Dimensional drawings Appendix Syslog messages Service & Support 03/2022 C79000-G8976-C578-02...
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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.
Assigning the IP address with SINEC PNI ................49 Configuration via PROFIBUS (STEP 7) .................. 50 Configuration via XML ....................... 56 Configuration via OPC UA....................56 Configuration using the WBM ......................57 Starting WBM ........................57 The WBM ........................... 60 SIMATIC RF166C Operating Instructions, 03/2022, C79000-G8976-C578-02...
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Reset the factory setting with SINEC PNI ................132 9.4.3 Restoring the factory settings for the hardware ..............133 Module replacement ......................134 9.5.1 Backup configuration data ....................135 9.5.2 Replacing a module ......................136 SIMATIC RF166C Operating Instructions, 03/2022, C79000-G8976-C578-02...
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Ordering data ........................152 Certificates & approvals....................154 Syslog messages ..........................157 Structure of the Syslog messages ..................157 Variables in Syslog messages ................... 158 List of Syslog messages ....................159 Service & Support ..........................163 SIMATIC RF166C Operating Instructions, 03/2022, C79000-G8976-C578-02...
(RF200, RF300, RF600, MV400 and MV500). Further information on the PROFIBUS can be found in the "PROFIBUS Network Manual". You can find the current versions of the various manuals on the pages of the Siemens Industry Online Support (https://support.industry.siemens.com/cs/ww/en/ps/14970/man).
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Do not dispose of the products at public disposal sites. For environmentally compliant recycling and disposal of your electronic waste, please contact a company certified for the disposal of electronic waste or your Siemens representative. Adhere to the various country-specific regulations.
• The devices have "Low-level service access" that can only be enabled via additional hardware interconnection. The access is used to enable Siemens personnel to perform advanced examination for servicing. The access may only be used by qualified service personnel.
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• We recommend that you use certificates with a key length of at least 4096 bits. • If protocols support both certificates and keys, you should favor certificates. • With operation via OPC UA, always use the "Sign and encrypt" security method. SIMATIC RF166C Operating Instructions, 03/2022, C79000-G8976-C578-02...
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Make use of the possibility to prevent write access. The product offers corresponding settings for this. • If SNMP is activated, change the community names. If no unrestricted access is necessary, restrict access over SNMP. SIMATIC RF166C Operating Instructions, 03/2022, C79000-G8976-C578-02...
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• When using OPC UA, only use profiles with secure encryption and authentication. List of available protocols All available protocols and their ports that are used with SIMATIC RF166C are listed below. Table 2- 1 List of available protocols...
Siemens’ products and solutions undergo continuous development to make them more secure. Siemens strongly recommends that product updates are applied as soon as they are available and that the latest product versions are used. Use of product versions that are no longer supported, and failure to apply the latest updates may increase customer’s exposure to...
Properties of the communications modules Area of application The SIMATIC RF166C communications modules are designed for use in all areas of automation within an access-protected area. It covers all areas in which SIMATIC Ident RFID readers and optical readers are operated. The application takes place in the field level over PROFIBUS via a controller.
OPC UA environment, the extended configuration and programming is performed from the perspective of an OPC UA user. If you want to adapt the communication modules to your requirements, we recommend the following user-specific procedure: SIMATIC RF166C Operating Instructions, 03/2022, C79000-G8976-C578-02...
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You will find information on this in the section "Configuration via OPC UA (Page 56)" or "Configuration using the WBM (Page 57)". 4. Reading diagnostic information You can find information on this in the section "Programming via OPC UA (Page 103)". SIMATIC RF166C Operating Instructions, 03/2022, C79000-G8976-C578-02...
⑧ 2x interface for PROFIBUS (M12, 5-pin, B-coded) ④ Ethernet interface ⑨ PROFIBUS address adjuster (M12, 4-pin, D-coded) ⑤ Ethernet LED ⑩ Mounting holes and functional ground Figure 3-2 Design of the communication module SIMATIC RF166C Operating Instructions, 03/2022, C79000-G8976-C578-02...
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The GSD file is stored on the communication module and can be downloaded from it using a Web browser. You can also find the GSD file at the website of Siemens Industry Online Support. SIMATIC RF166C Operating Instructions, 03/2022, C79000-G8976-C578-02...
Mounting rules Note Mounting the communication modules Only install the communication module when supply voltages are switched off. You do not have to observe any special rules when installing the communication modules. SIMATIC RF166C Operating Instructions, 03/2022, C79000-G8976-C578-02...
1207 / DIN EN ISO 1580 If you need washers, use washers conforming to DIN EN ISO 7089 / DIN EN ISO 7090. Cylinder head screw with M4 hex socket according to DIN EN ISO 4762 SIMATIC RF166C Operating Instructions, 03/2022, C79000-G8976-C578-02...
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Fasten the communication module with the screws on a solid level surface. The device must be screwed (≤ 1.2 Nm) onto the panel at both fastening points (front top and bottom). ① Elongated hole: 4.5 mm width × 5.0 mm height Figure 4-1 Installing RF166C communication module SIMATIC RF166C Operating Instructions, 03/2022, C79000-G8976-C578-02...
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The following figure shows the upper left fastening point for 2.5 mm wide cable ties. Figure 4-2 Securing RF166C communication module with cable ties SIMATIC RF166C Operating Instructions, 03/2022, C79000-G8976-C578-02...
Information on the nameplate You will find the currently valid markings and approvals on the nameplate of the communication module. All other markings and approvals are currently based on an altitude up to 2,000 m. SIMATIC RF166C Operating Instructions, 03/2022, C79000-G8976-C578-02...
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Mounting 4.3 Use at altitudes over 2,000 m SIMATIC RF166C Operating Instructions, 03/2022, C79000-G8976-C578-02...
RF166C, it is possible that the connected device may be destroyed. PROFIBUS connection system You can find detailed information on PROFIBUS DP in the "PROFIBUS Network Manual (https://support.industry.siemens.com/cs/ww/en/view/35222591)" system manual. CAUTION Power supply All supply and signal voltages must be safety extra low voltage (SELV/PELV according to IEC 61140).
Configuration graphic of a line/series topology With a line/series topology, remember that if the communication connection of a communications module to the controller is interrupted, the communication connection to all downstream communications modules is also interrupted. SIMATIC RF166C Operating Instructions, 03/2022, C79000-G8976-C578-02...
Configuring RF166C with ungrounded reference potential When the communications module is set up with ungrounded reference potential, any interference currents occurring are conducted to functional ground via an internal RC network (no external connection between 1M and FE). SIMATIC RF166C Operating Instructions, 03/2022, C79000-G8976-C578-02...
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Fuses for line protection (automatic circuit breaker for 16 A) ④ When setting up the communications module with ungrounded reference potential, there is no connection between 1M, 2M and FE Figure 5-3 Electrical design SIMATIC RF166C Operating Instructions, 03/2022, C79000-G8976-C578-02...
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Insulation monitoring Isolation monitoring must be provided in the following cases: • Design of the communications module with ungrounded reference potential • If hazardous plant states can be expected as a result of faults. SIMATIC RF166C Operating Instructions, 03/2022, C79000-G8976-C578-02...
• Load voltage 2L+ and all other circuit components • Communication interfaces (PROFIBUS) of the communication module and all other circuit components The following figure shows the potential relationships of the communication modules. Figure 5-4 Potential relationships of the communication modules SIMATIC RF166C Operating Instructions, 03/2022, C79000-G8976-C578-02...
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Load voltage (2L+) has no direct effect on the RF166C communication module. The following figure shows a configuration with another voltage supply for the communications modules. The different potential groups are highlighted in gray. Figure 5-5 Wiring of the power supply SIMATIC RF166C Operating Instructions, 03/2022, C79000-G8976-C578-02...
Required tools You need the following tool to connect to the functional ground: • Screwdriver Accessories required You need the following accessories to connect to the functional ground: • Fastening screw (M4) and washer SIMATIC RF166C Operating Instructions, 03/2022, C79000-G8976-C578-02...
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Ensure there is a low-impedance connection between the communications module and the conductive base and between the conductive base and functional ground. ① Grounded, metallic base ② Unpainted thread or nut support Figure 5-6 Mounting the CM on a conductive base SIMATIC RF166C Operating Instructions, 03/2022, C79000-G8976-C578-02...
To connect to functional ground with a non-conductive mounting base, you can need the following accessories: • Fastening screw (M4) and washer • Cable lug suitable for M4 screws • Ground conductor cable (copper braid) with a minimum cross-section of 4 mm SIMATIC RF166C Operating Instructions, 03/2022, C79000-G8976-C578-02...
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1.2 Nm. NOTICE Grounding with non-conductive mounting base Ensure a low impedance connection between the communications module and functional ground. Figure 5-7 Mounting the CM on a non-conductive base / connection to functional ground SIMATIC RF166C Operating Instructions, 03/2022, C79000-G8976-C578-02...
You can loop the supply voltages and PROFIBUS via the M12 round sockets ⑦ + ⑧. The pin assignments of the various interfaces are lasered on the side of each communication module at the factory. Requirement Only wire the communication module when the supply voltage is switched off. SIMATIC RF166C Operating Instructions, 03/2022, C79000-G8976-C578-02...
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M12 plug (4-pin, L-coded) and 4-wire cable (4 x 1.5 mm • For the PROFIBUS connection M12 plug (5-pin, B-coded) and 2-wire PROFIBUS cable (shielded) You can find the associated article numbers in the section "Ordering data (Page 152)". SIMATIC RF166C Operating Instructions, 03/2022, C79000-G8976-C578-02...
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Functional ground / shielding / shielding Table 5- 3 Pin assignment Ethernet; M12 socket (4-pin, D-coded) Assignment View of M12 socket, 4-pin Data line TxP Data line RxP Data line TxN Data line RxN SIMATIC RF166C Operating Instructions, 03/2022, C79000-G8976-C578-02...
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Data reference potential M5 Data line B Functional earth (FE): The voltage may be used exclusively to supply the external terminating resistor. Looping the voltage through to the next connector via a cable is not permitted. SIMATIC RF166C Operating Instructions, 03/2022, C79000-G8976-C578-02...
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Connector for the reader connection (M12, 8-pin, A-coded) ② Connector for the Ethernet connection (M12, 4-pin, D-coded) ③ Connector for the power supply (M12, 4-pin, L-coded) ④ Connector for PROFIBUS connection (M12, 5-pin, B-coded) Figure 5-9 Connect the plug SIMATIC RF166C Operating Instructions, 03/2022, C79000-G8976-C578-02...
1.5 mm². If you do not observe the maximum permissible supply current and the cable cross- section required, this may result in the cable isolation and contacts overheating and in the device being damaged. SIMATIC RF166C Operating Instructions, 03/2022, C79000-G8976-C578-02...
0.2 V. The value can vary significantly depending on the plug connection or condition. When using a 7 m power cable with ∅ 1.5 mm , the voltage drop is approx. 2.6 V with a 16 A load. SIMATIC RF166C Operating Instructions, 03/2022, C79000-G8976-C578-02...
– Upper rotary encoder switch: 10th position – Lower rotary encoder switch: 1st position 3. Screw the two M12 seal caps back onto the threads to protect the rotary coding switches (torque: 0.5 to 0.8 Nm). SIMATIC RF166C Operating Instructions, 03/2022, C79000-G8976-C578-02...
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PROFIBUS address adjuster on the RF166C The following table below shows the setting for PROFIBUS address "26" as an example: Table 5- 6 Setting example of the PROFIBUS address 10th position Position 2 1st position Position 6 SIMATIC RF166C Operating Instructions, 03/2022, C79000-G8976-C578-02...
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It can be screwed onto the unused PROFIBUS interface of the CM. The following figure shows a typical application for a terminating resistor. ① PROFIBUS connection ② Terminating resistor Figure 5-13 Terminating resistor on RF166C SIMATIC RF166C Operating Instructions, 03/2022, C79000-G8976-C578-02...
OPC UA, it may be necessary to change the IP address. Requirements SINEC PNI is installed and the communications module is connected and running. You can find the SINEC PNI on the pages of the "Siemens Industry Online Support (https://support.industry.siemens.com/cs/ww/en/ps/26672/dl)". Procedure...
WBM ("The "System - Device settings" menu item (Page 100)"). You can also find the GSD file at the website of Siemens Industry Online Support. If the communication modules are integrated into an automation system using the GSD file, some of the following parameters may not be displayed.
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You can set the basic parameters of the communication module, as well as the parameters of the readers connected to the communication module, using the properties window of the communication module. You can set all module-specific parameters using the following parameter groups. SIMATIC RF166C Operating Instructions, 03/2022, C79000-G8976-C578-02...
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Generation, as of FW 1.8) • RF600: Submodule for connecting the SIMATIC RF600 readers • Empty: If no device is connected to interface X21, you need to assign an "Empty" submodule to this interface. SIMATIC RF166C Operating Instructions, 03/2022, C79000-G8976-C578-02...
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No alarms are generated. • Hard errors: Critical hardware errors/faults are reported by the S7 diagnostics. • Hard/soft errors: Critical hardware faults and errors occurring when processing commands are reported by the S7 diagnostics. SIMATIC RF166C Operating Instructions, 03/2022, C79000-G8976-C578-02...
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The stop bits are appended to every transferred character during transmission. Interface RS422 RS422 Selection of the interface type that the connected hardware (reader / optical readers) RS232 uses. SIMATIC RF166C Operating Instructions, 03/2022, C79000-G8976-C578-02...
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Entry of the second end delimiter of a maximum of two end delimiters for the end criteria "On receipt of the end delimiter(s)". The selected end delimiter combination limits the length of the frame. Parameter value depending on the "Data bits" parameter. SIMATIC RF166C Operating Instructions, 03/2022, C79000-G8976-C578-02...
Configuration of the communications module is not possible for pure OPC UA work. However, you can read diagnostic data from the communications modules via OPC UA. You will find detailed information on this in the manual "OPC UA for SIMATIC Ident (https://support.industry.siemens.com/cs/ww/en/ps/14971/man)". SIMATIC RF166C Operating Instructions, 03/2022, C79000-G8976-C578-02...
IP address. To achieve a good workflow with the WBM, we recommend that you use a PC that meets the following minimum requirements: • CPU: DualCore • RAM: 2 GB SIMATIC RF166C Operating Instructions, 03/2022, C79000-G8976-C578-02...
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Both IP addresses must be located in the same subnet. • Make sure that the connection is not blocked by a firewall. • Use a ping request to check the connection between the PC and the communication module. SIMATIC RF166C Operating Instructions, 03/2022, C79000-G8976-C578-02...
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Depending on whether the authentication is enabled or disabled, you may have to log in with your user name and the corresponding password. The WBM homepage opens after logging in, even if authentication is disabled. SIMATIC RF166C Operating Instructions, 03/2022, C79000-G8976-C578-02...
7.2 The WBM The WBM You can use the WBM to configure the SIMATIC RF166C communications modules. After you have created new user profiles, you need to log in with one of these user profiles when you restart the WBM.
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Remember that this data is only loaded in the WBM. To transfer the data to the communication module, you also need to click the "Transfer configuration to communication module" button. Key combination: Ctrl + O SIMATIC RF166C Operating Instructions, 03/2022, C79000-G8976-C578-02...
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WBM. To make sure that this change is not lost, you should load the configuration from the communications module. • This symbol indicates that it is a change that leads to a restart of the communications module when it is transferred. SIMATIC RF166C Operating Instructions, 03/2022, C79000-G8976-C578-02...
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You will find a list of the restrictions in the section "The "User management" menu item (Page 94)". Main window ③ The main window shows the contents of the selected menu items. Here, you can configure the various menu-dependent parameters. SIMATIC RF166C Operating Instructions, 03/2022, C79000-G8976-C578-02...
The "Start page" menu item The "Start page" menu item is divided into the following areas: • Device-specific information • Project ID • Address information (PROFIBUS) • Address information (Ethernet) • Device clock • Configuration display SIMATIC RF166C Operating Instructions, 03/2022, C79000-G8976-C578-02...
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The third area contains the configured PROFIBUS address of the communication module as well as the configured transmission speed. Note that a change of the PROFIBUS address only takes effect and thus also displayed as soon as the communication module has been restarted. SIMATIC RF166C Operating Instructions, 03/2022, C79000-G8976-C578-02...
7.3.2 The "Settings - General" menu item The "Settings - General" menu item is divided into the following area: • Log settings • Service logbook settings Figure 7-4 The "Settings - General" menu item SIMATIC RF166C Operating Instructions, 03/2022, C79000-G8976-C578-02...
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Frames on reader interface 2 (X22) Detailed information Line Recording of the line monitoring frames (CMD_XML and CMD_PLC) for service monitoring information. Can be switched off to keep the logbook free for payload data. SIMATIC RF166C Operating Instructions, 03/2022, C79000-G8976-C578-02...
The settings of each interface are identically structured and divided into the following areas: • Basic settings • Reader parameters Figure 7-5 The "Settings - Reader Interface" menu item SIMATIC RF166C Operating Instructions, 03/2022, C79000-G8976-C578-02...
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In the text box, you can assign a name to the read point(s) (for example, "Incoming goods gate 5" or "Welding robot 21"). Note that the name is required for addressing the reader via OPC UA. SIMATIC RF166C Operating Instructions, 03/2022, C79000-G8976-C578-02...
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Using the "Update firmware" link, you jump to the "System - Reader firmware" menu item in which you can update firmware for the connected reader. SIMATIC RF166C Operating Instructions, 03/2022, C79000-G8976-C578-02...
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LED in the event of an error is reset by a "init_run" or "WRITE-CONFIG" with "Init" (RESET) or after the successful execution of a command. Max. number of 1 ... 40 Number of transponders expected in the transponders antenna field. SIMATIC RF166C Operating Instructions, 03/2022, C79000-G8976-C578-02...
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The selectable values depend on the value specified in the parameter "Ident device / system". • RF290R – Range of values: 0.50 ... 5.00 W – Default value: 1.00 W • RF380R – Range of values: 0.50 ... 2.00 W – Default value: 1.25 W SIMATIC RF166C Operating Instructions, 03/2022, C79000-G8976-C578-02...
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MOBY E RF300, MOBY E ISO 15693 None ISO 15693 General MDS D1xx, NXP MDS D2xx, TI MDS D261, STM MDS D3xx, Infineon MDS D4xx, Fujitsu - 2 KB MDS D5xx, Fujitsu - 8 KB SIMATIC RF166C Operating Instructions, 03/2022, C79000-G8976-C578-02...
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Selection of the number of bits to which a character is mapped. Stop bits Selection of the number of stop bits that indicate the end of a character. The stop bits are appended to every transferred character during transmission. SIMATIC RF166C Operating Instructions, 03/2022, C79000-G8976-C578-02...
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Depending on the data transmission speed, the character delay time is limited to a minimum value. Note that the ASCII driver also pauses between two frames during transmission. SIMATIC RF166C Operating Instructions, 03/2022, C79000-G8976-C578-02...
The "Network interfaces" tab The "Network interfaces" tab is divided into the following areas: • Network basic settings • SNMP • NTP • Syslog messages Figure 7-6 The "Settings -- Communication" menu item, "Network interfaces" tab SIMATIC RF166C Operating Instructions, 03/2022, C79000-G8976-C578-02...
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In this box, changes can only be made if write access was permitted. Write access is only possible for the SNMP variables "sysName", "sysLocation" and "sysContact" of the "system" group of MIB-II. Allow write Check box to enable/disable write protection for SNMP variables. access SIMATIC RF166C Operating Instructions, 03/2022, C79000-G8976-C578-02...
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Text box for entering the address of the Syslog server to which the Syslog server Syslog messages are transferred. Default port Text box for entering the default port of the Syslog server via which the Syslog messages are transferred. SIMATIC RF166C Operating Instructions, 03/2022, C79000-G8976-C578-02...
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7.3 The menu items of the WBM The "XML" tab The "XML" tab is divided into the following areas: • XML basic settings • Diagnostic events of XML channel (1-2) Figure 7-7 The "Settings - Communication" menu item, "XML" tab SIMATIC RF166C Operating Instructions, 03/2022, C79000-G8976-C578-02...
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User-defined: No default setting. XML communication can be set as desired. XML channel (1-2) Using the input boxes, you can enable/disable the respective XML channels and define the Ethernet ports of the respective XML channels. SIMATIC RF166C Operating Instructions, 03/2022, C79000-G8976-C578-02...
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The "OPC UA" tab is divided into the following areas: • OPC UA basic settings • Diagnostic events and items • Security settings Figure 7-8 The "Settings - Communication" menu item, "OPC UA" tab SIMATIC RF166C Operating Instructions, 03/2022, C79000-G8976-C578-02...
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OPC UA variables of the "Diagnostics" group. Logbook events If the check box is selected, all logbook entries are sent. Transmitting interface (logbook events) Interface (1-4) Selection of the interface via which the selected entries are transmitted. SIMATIC RF166C Operating Instructions, 03/2022, C79000-G8976-C578-02...
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• If the partner certificate was issued by several CAs (Certification Authorities), all CA root certificates must be stored in the certificate store of the reader. SIMATIC RF166C Operating Instructions, 03/2022, C79000-G8976-C578-02...
In "Diagnostics - Hardware diagnostics", you can display the status parameters of the selected reader and of the transponder currently in the antenna field. This page is divided into the following areas: • Basic settings • Monitoring status • Status • Error counter SIMATIC RF166C Operating Instructions, 03/2022, C79000-G8976-C578-02...
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Hardware type of the reader Hardware version Hardware version of the reader Bootloader version Bootloader version of the reader Firmware version Firmware version of the reader Driver type Driver type of the serial interface of the reader SIMATIC RF166C Operating Instructions, 03/2022, C79000-G8976-C578-02...
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P2P master & combined mode with ISO transponder (MDS Dxxx) 0x50 P2P master & combined mode with RF300 transponder 0x4F P2P slave Antenna status Status of the antenna Presence check Set presence check profile SIMATIC RF166C Operating Instructions, 03/2022, C79000-G8976-C578-02...
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AMLI AM power indicator Received signal strength [dB] for which amplitude modulation with the transponder was detected. PMLI PM power indicator Received signal strength [dB] for which phase modulation with the transponder was detected. SIMATIC RF166C Operating Instructions, 03/2022, C79000-G8976-C578-02...
The menu item "Log" shows all message types that were selected in the menu item "Settings - General" in the "Log settings" area. This menu item documents the actions performed by the communications module. SIMATIC RF166C Operating Instructions, 03/2022, C79000-G8976-C578-02...
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With the "ISO 8601 (UTC)" check box, you can convert the data display in the "Date/Time" column to UTC time, identical to the output in the exported logbook. With a large number of log entries in the history, it may take several minutes before these are displayed. SIMATIC RF166C Operating Instructions, 03/2022, C79000-G8976-C578-02...
The log records internal processes of the communication module and is required for service support by SIEMENS specialists. Only make settings on this page if you are instructed to do so by SIEMENS personnel. The log entries are also evaluated by SIEMENS personnel.
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• Service file All data of the communications module relevant for diagnostics are stored as a *.slf file. The file only contains information relevant for Siemens service personnel and can only be evaluated by them. With the "ISO 8601 (UTC)" check box, you can convert the data display in the "Date/Time"...
The displayed log entries contain 128 KB of data. 7.3.9 The "Edit transponder" menu item You can read out and write transponder data with the "Edit transponder" menu item. This page is divided into the following areas: • Basic settings • Read/write SIMATIC RF166C Operating Instructions, 03/2022, C79000-G8976-C578-02...
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With the "Read" button, the data is read from the transponder. The data read from the transponder is highlighted in red to distinguish it from the data entered manually. If no values are displayed, this means that no values have yet been read from the transponder. SIMATIC RF166C Operating Instructions, 03/2022, C79000-G8976-C578-02...
The "User profiles" area contains a list of all existing user profiles. Up to a maximum of 30 user profiles can be created. To edit a user profile, select the required user name in the list. The selected user name is highlighted in color. SIMATIC RF166C Operating Instructions, 03/2022, C79000-G8976-C578-02...
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OPC UA connection. This role has no rights whatsoever in the WBM and it cannot be used to log on to the WBM. Click the "Save" button to save the changes and to create the new user profile. SIMATIC RF166C Operating Instructions, 03/2022, C79000-G8976-C578-02...
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To ensure that no unauthorized persons can access the communications module settings, we recommend that you enable the authentication and create new user profiles. Note that authentication can only be enabled/disabled by an administrator. SIMATIC RF166C Operating Instructions, 03/2022, C79000-G8976-C578-02...
Certificates always consist of a certificate file and a certificate key file that you must transfer to the communications module. Remember that you first need to import the data into the communications module before you can activate it. Contact your administrative IT department for more information on the topic. SIMATIC RF166C Operating Instructions, 03/2022, C79000-G8976-C578-02...
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To do so, select the desired certificate in the list and click on the "Delete" button. Certificate details List with detail information on the selected certificate Detailed information about the certificate details is available in the X.509 specifications. SIMATIC RF166C Operating Instructions, 03/2022, C79000-G8976-C578-02...
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Click the "Create CSR" button to create a certificate signing request (CSR). The CSR file contains all relevant information of the installed server certificate. A CA (Certificate Authority) can create a signed, module-specific server certificate using this file that you can then import into this module. SIMATIC RF166C Operating Instructions, 03/2022, C79000-G8976-C578-02...
• Check You can use the "Check" button to check the integrity of the firmware. You can use this function to check whether the firmware matches the firmware published by Siemens or whether it has possibly been maliciously modified. Factory setting In the "Factory setting"...
In this area, you can use the "Reader interfaces" parameter to specify the reader for which a firmware update is to be performed. Depending on the connected reader, you can select the desired read point. SIMATIC RF166C Operating Instructions, 03/2022, C79000-G8976-C578-02...
Manual With the "Help - Manual" menu item, you can find the manual for the corresponding communications modules "SIMATIC RF166C". Readme OSS In the "Help - Readme OSS" menu item, you will find the Readme OSS file with the copyright information for the open source software contained in this firmware.
Programming via SIMATIC controller This section is intended only for S7 users. You can program and configure the SIMATIC RF166C communication modules using Ident instructions via a SIMATIC controller. To configure Ident systems using STEP 7 Basic / Professional (TIA Portal), you need appropriate Ident instructions.
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Programming 8.3 Programming via OPC UA SIMATIC RF166C Operating Instructions, 03/2022, C79000-G8976-C578-02...
• Via the LED displays of the communication modules • Via SNMP • Using WBM • Via the TIA Portal (STEP 7 Basic / Professional) • Via OPC UA These alternative methods are described below. SIMATIC RF166C Operating Instructions, 03/2022, C79000-G8976-C578-02...
Shows whether an Ethernet connection is present. • LINK ④ PROFIBUS LED display Shows whether a PROFIBUS connection via the PROFIBUS • interface is available. Figure 9-1 LED displays of the RF166C communication module SIMATIC RF166C Operating Instructions, 03/2022, C79000-G8976-C578-02...
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The reader is configured (reset telegram has been sent). LED test while the CM is starting up. The flash test is performed for reader identification. At the same time, the LEDs of the reader, PROFIBUS and Ethernet LED display also flash. SIMATIC RF166C Operating Instructions, 03/2022, C79000-G8976-C578-02...
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Display of the Ethernet states via the Ethernet LED display LINK Meaning • No connection is available. • No cable has been connected. • LED test while the CM is starting up. • A connection is available. SIMATIC RF166C Operating Instructions, 03/2022, C79000-G8976-C578-02...
• SNMPv2.mib • SNMPv2Smi.mib You can find the MIB files corresponding to the communication modules on the pages of Siemens Industry Online Support (https://support.industry.siemens.com/cs/ww/en/view/67637278) (automation MIBs), information on the MIB files under "Network management diagnostics and configuration with SNMP (https://support.industry.siemens.com/cs/ww/en/view/103949062)".
In the "Log" menu, you can find all the diagnostics messages of the communication module that have occurred. The "Service log" helps SIEMENS specialists to analyze errors. You can read out the syslog messages from the "Syslog log" and you can read out the "Status parameters"...
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– Current diagnostic information of the reader interfaces is displayed under the "Channel diagnostics" entry. Figure 9-2 Display of the diagnostics information of the communication module Reading out diagnostics information of the connected readers Requirement: The diagnostic interrupt messages of the reader have been activated. SIMATIC RF166C Operating Instructions, 03/2022, C79000-G8976-C578-02...
This section is intended only for XML users. Comprehensive diagnostics options are available to you via XML. You can find detailed information on the diagnostic options that can be found in the "XML programming for SIMATIC Ident (https://support.industry.siemens.com/cs/ww/en/view/109781631)" manual. 9.1.6 Diagnostics over OPC UA Comprehensive diagnostics options are available to you via OPC UA.
• Hard / soft errors In addition to the hard errors, errors that arise during command processing are also reported in this case. Please note that messages triggered by command processing are automatically taken back after 3 seconds. SIMATIC RF166C Operating Instructions, 03/2022, C79000-G8976-C578-02...
Error message of Ident profile error_code_1 Error message of Ident profile error_code_2 Error message of Ident profile Additional information moby_code_1 moby_code_2 moby_code_3 moby_code_4 Error information of FB 45 ("Error_MOBY") meldecode Error codes for diagnostics alarms SIMATIC RF166C Operating Instructions, 03/2022, C79000-G8976-C578-02...
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Antenna 7: Antenna type or version is incorrect 0x40 Antenna 8: Antenna type or version is incorrect 0x4C Alarm buffer overflow 0x4E Low power supply of the RFID reader 0x4D Error in the reader firmware SIMATIC RF166C Operating Instructions, 03/2022, C79000-G8976-C578-02...
The address range of the transponder has been exceeded. Possible causes: • Start address of the command start has been incorrectly set. • Wrong transponder type • The area to be written to is write-protected. SIMATIC RF166C Operating Instructions, 03/2022, C79000-G8976-C578-02...
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Contact Support if needed. 0xE1FE8500 The transponder has too little power to execute the command. Possible causes: • Transponder is in the limit area. • The transmission/radiated power of the reader or antenna is too low. SIMATIC RF166C Operating Instructions, 03/2022, C79000-G8976-C578-02...
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Freeport: Negative acknowledgment or bad frame from the reader 0xE2FE0200 • More transponders are located in the transmission window than can be processed at the same time by the reader. • There is more than one transponder in the transmission window. SIMATIC RF166C Operating Instructions, 03/2022, C79000-G8976-C578-02...
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0xE4FE8100 The specified tag field of the transponder is unknown. 0xE4FE8A00 General error 0xE4FE8B00 No or bad configuration data/parameters were transferred. Possible causes: • You are accessing a read point that is not configured. SIMATIC RF166C Operating Instructions, 03/2022, C79000-G8976-C578-02...
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Incorrect sequence number order (SN) on the reader/communication module 0xE5FE0200 Incorrect sequence number order (SN) in the Ident profile Possible cause: User mode "Ident profile/RFID standard profile" is not set in the device configuration. SIMATIC RF166C Operating Instructions, 03/2022, C79000-G8976-C578-02...
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The "AdvancedCmd" block was supplied with an incorrect "CMD". • The "CMD" input of the "AdvancedCmd" block was overwritten. Freeport: Incorrect command parameters or unauthorized command chaining (incorrect length specification) 0xE6FE0200 Invalid command index (CI) SIMATIC RF166C Operating Instructions, 03/2022, C79000-G8976-C578-02...
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• After eliminating the error, execute an "INIT". • Check the parameter "IID_HW_CONNECT". 0xE6FE8100 A parameter is missing. 0xE6FE8200 The parameter has an invalid format. 0xE6FE8300 The parameter type is invalid. 0xE6FE8400 Unknown parameter. SIMATIC RF166C Operating Instructions, 03/2022, C79000-G8976-C578-02...
All the diagnostics messages of the communication module are entered in the "Log" if a check mark was set for "ERRORS" in the WBM configuration in "Settings - General". You will find further information on the "Log" in the section "The "Diagnostics - Log" menu item (Page 88)". SIMATIC RF166C Operating Instructions, 03/2022, C79000-G8976-C578-02...
The address range of the transponder has been exceeded. Possible causes: • Start address of the command start has been incorrectly set. • Wrong transponder type • The area to be written to is write-protected. SIMATIC RF166C Operating Instructions, 03/2022, C79000-G8976-C578-02...
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The selected frequency is not enabled. ERROR good RF_COMMUNICATION_ The carrier signal is not activated. ERROR good RF_COMMUNICATION_ General radio protocol error ERROR good DEVICE_FAULT Fault in power supply The power supply is very close to the low limit. SIMATIC RF166C Operating Instructions, 03/2022, C79000-G8976-C578-02...
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BadInvalid A parameter is missing. Argument BadInvalid The parameter has an invalid format. Argument BadInvalid The parameter type is invalid. Argument BadInvalid Unknown parameter. Argument The command or the frame has an invalid format. SIMATIC RF166C Operating Instructions, 03/2022, C79000-G8976-C578-02...
"RUN" LED is lit/flashes green. Note that the startup process takes approx. 1 minute after a firmware update. The updated firmware is active following the restart. SIMATIC RF166C Operating Instructions, 03/2022, C79000-G8976-C578-02...
Alternatively, you can also start an update directly from the TIA Portal in the "Online & Diagnostics" menu via the "Functions > Firmware update" entry. You can find current update files (*.upd) on the pages of Siemens Industry Online Support (https://support.industry.siemens.com/cs/ww/en/ps/26276/dl).
Result: The firmware of the reader is updated. The update process is indicated in the information bar. After the update has completed, the reader is restarted. The updated firmware is active following the restart. SIMATIC RF166C Operating Instructions, 03/2022, C79000-G8976-C578-02...
– Note: If the check box is not selected, the new firmware is only activated on the next startup of the communication module. 10.Click the "Start upgrade" button. Result: The firmware is updated. The update process is displayed. SIMATIC RF166C Operating Instructions, 03/2022, C79000-G8976-C578-02...
The communications module is ready for operation when the "RUN" LED is lit/flashes green. After restarting the communications module, you may have to assign a new IP address or a new device name to the communications module. SIMATIC RF166C Operating Instructions, 03/2022, C79000-G8976-C578-02...
The communications module is ready for operation when the "RUN" LED is lit/flashes green. After restarting the communications module, you may have to assign a new IP address or a new device name to the communications module. SIMATIC RF166C Operating Instructions, 03/2022, C79000-G8976-C578-02...
With the factory settings, the IP address is obtained via a DHCP server. After restarting the communications module, you may have to assign a new IP address or a new device name to the communications module. SIMATIC RF166C Operating Instructions, 03/2022, C79000-G8976-C578-02...
• On the controller • Using the TIA Portal (STEP 7 Basic / Professional) in a STEP 7 project • Using the WBM on your PC These alternative methods are described below. SIMATIC RF166C Operating Instructions, 03/2022, C79000-G8976-C578-02...
These buttons enable you to save configurations, reload them and transfer them to other communication modules. You will find further information on saving and loading the configuration on or from the PC in the section "The WBM (Page 60)". SIMATIC RF166C Operating Instructions, 03/2022, C79000-G8976-C578-02...
5. Set the PROFIBUS address on the communication module. 6. Connect the communication module to the PC or the SIMATIC controller using the available Ethernet/PROFIBUS cable. 7. If necessary, connect the communications module to one or more readers. SIMATIC RF166C Operating Instructions, 03/2022, C79000-G8976-C578-02...
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LED is lit/flashing green). 9. If necessary, assign a unique IP address to the communication module. 10.Load the configuration onto the communications module, if applicable. 11.Configure the user management according to the requirements of your application. SIMATIC RF166C Operating Instructions, 03/2022, C79000-G8976-C578-02...
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Service and maintenance 9.5 Module replacement SIMATIC RF166C Operating Instructions, 03/2022, C79000-G8976-C578-02...
Technical specifications Table 10- 1 Technical specifications for RF166C 6GT2002-0EE20 Product type designation SIMATIC RF166C PROFIBUS interface Connection type PROFIBUS DP-V1 Physical medium RS485 Transmission speed 9.6 Kbps ... 12 Mbps Connector 2x M12 interface, 8-pin, B-coded Maximum block length •...
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Depending on the connected reader. All supply and signal voltages must be safety extra low voltage (SELV/PELV according to IEC 61140) 24 V DC supply: Safety (electrical) isolation of low voltage (SELV/PELV acc. to IEC 61140) SIMATIC RF166C Operating Instructions, 03/2022, C79000-G8976-C578-02...
Dimensional drawings ① Elongated hole: 4.5 mm width × 5.0 mm height Figure 11-1 Dimension drawing on an RF166C communication module (all dimensions in [mm]) SIMATIC RF166C Operating Instructions, 03/2022, C79000-G8976-C578-02...
Appendix System planning The SIMATIC RF166C communication module is only one of many devices in the SIMATIC Ident portfolio. In addition to the communications module, an industrial identification system also consists of a higher-level controller/PC, connecting cables, as well as readers and/or optical readers.
A reader connector with screw terminals is available for self- assembly (see the relevant system manual). Cables and reader connectors can be ordered using the TIA Selection Tool or the SIMATIC Ident Configuration Guide. SIMATIC RF166C Operating Instructions, 03/2022, C79000-G8976-C578-02...
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+24 V +24 V White -RxD Brown Green +RxD Yellow +TxD +5 V Gray -TxD Pink Functional Functional Metal mesh ground / ground / shielding shielding The wire color relates to the connecting cable "6GT2891-4Fxxx". SIMATIC RF166C Operating Instructions, 03/2022, C79000-G8976-C578-02...
The manuals of the relevant devices contain information on the parameterization options for the devices stated in the following: • SIMATIC MV320 (https://support.industry.siemens.com/cs/ww/en/ps/15157/man) • SIMATIC RF1000 (https://support.industry.siemens.com/cs/ww/en/ps/24223/man) You will find the parameter assignment options of other serial devices in the manuals of the respective device vendor.
2. Select the user mode "FB 45" or "Ident profile". 3. Set all other parameters as required. Please note the specifications in the next paragraph. 4. Download the configuration to the controller. SIMATIC RF166C Operating Instructions, 03/2022, C79000-G8976-C578-02...
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By scanning the code, all relevant parameters for the communication between the communications module and the optical handheld reader are set: • Interface: RS232 • Transmission speed: 115.2 kBd • Data bits: 8 • Parity: None • Stop bits: 1 SIMATIC RF166C Operating Instructions, 03/2022, C79000-G8976-C578-02...
No length information in the result; max. net data 233 bytes Write Sending data The address must be specified as "0xFFFF". Max. net data 233 bytes (without length information); no error message if the length is exceeded SIMATIC RF166C Operating Instructions, 03/2022, C79000-G8976-C578-02...
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The presence bit ("TP" or "ANZ_MDS_present") indicates that the CM has received new data and that this data is available for fetching with a "Read" command. After data transmission to the controller, the presence bit is reset unless new data has already been received. SIMATIC RF166C Operating Instructions, 03/2022, C79000-G8976-C578-02...
6XV1801-6DN10 15 m 6XV1801-6DN15 Power supply cable 0.5 m 6XV1801-6GE50 L-coded, 4-pin 1.0 m 6XV1801-6GH10 M12-90 1.5 m 6XV1801-6GH15 2.0 m 6XV1801-6GH20 3.0 m 6XV1801-6GH30 5.0 m 6XV1801-6GH50 10 m 6XV1801-6GN10 15 m 6XV1801-6GN15 SIMATIC RF166C Operating Instructions, 03/2022, C79000-G8976-C578-02...
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Connection cable for wide-range power supply 6GT2091-0PH50 L-coded, 4-pin / A-coded, 4-pin M12-180 / M12-180 Terminating resistor for PROFIBUS interface 6GK1905-0EC00 M12 sealing caps 3RX9802-0AA00 for unused connections (10 units) Usable as of product version "02" SIMATIC RF166C Operating Instructions, 03/2022, C79000-G8976-C578-02...
SIMATIC NET/SIMATIC Ident products are regularly submitted to the authorities and approval centers for approvals relating to certain markets and applications. Contact your Siemens representative if you need a list of the current approvals for the individual devices or check the Internet pages of Siemens Industry Online Support: Current approvals (https://support.industry.siemens.com/cs/ww/en/ps/15728/cert)
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File E85972 USA (FCC) This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules. Importer UK: Siemens plc, Sir William Siemens House, Princess Road, Manchester M20 2UR EAC (Eurasian Conformity) Eurasian Economic Union of Russia, Belarus, Armenia, Kazakhstan and Kyrgyzstan...
The "sysUpTime" parameter is metainformation about the message. It specifies the time (in hundredths of a second) since the last reinitialization of the network management part of the system. MESSAGE Message as ASCII string (English) SIMATIC RF166C Operating Instructions, 03/2022, C79000-G8976-C578-02...
Administrator | User | OPC {Time Number of seconds second} {Max Maximum number of sessions sessions} {Url} URL of the Web server that was accessed. /Engineering/Reset2Factor y?r=0.685644556250803 {Config Character string (with spaces) for the configuration. Power detail} SIMATIC RF166C Operating Instructions, 03/2022, C79000-G8976-C578-02...
Standard IEC 62443-3-3 Reference: n/a (NERC-CIP 007-R5) User account management Message text Authentication was enabled. Example Authentication was enabled. Explanation Authentication was enabled. Severity Notice Facility local0 Standard IEC 62443-3-3 Reference: SR 1.3 SIMATIC RF166C Operating Instructions, 03/2022, C79000-G8976-C578-02...
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{Protocol}: User {User}: Access to url {url} denied. Example WBM: User admin: Access to url /Engineering/Reset2Factory?r=0.6856445562508033 denied. Explanation Access to Web resource was denied. Severity Error Facility local0 Standard IEC 62443-3-3 Reference: SR 2.1 SIMATIC RF166C Operating Instructions, 03/2022, C79000-G8976-C578-02...
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Message text {Protocol}: User {User name} has changed {Config detail} configuration. Example OPC: User admin has changed Power configuration. Explanation User has changed specific configuration. Severity Info Facility local0 Standard IEC 62443-3-3 Reference: SR 2.12 SIMATIC RF166C Operating Instructions, 03/2022, C79000-G8976-C578-02...
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Notice Facility local0 Standard IEC 62443-3-3 Reference: SR 7.4 Message text {Protocol}: Firmware activation failed. Example WBM: Firmware activation failed. Explanation Firmware activation failed. Severity Error Facility local0 Standard IEC 62443-3-3 Reference: SR 7.4 SIMATIC RF166C Operating Instructions, 03/2022, C79000-G8976-C578-02...
Industry Online Support In addition to the product documentation, you are supported by the comprehensive online information platform of Siemens Industry Online Support at the following Internet address: Link: (https://support.industry.siemens.com/cs/de/en/) Apart from news, you will also find the following there: •...
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