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- Page 1 User Guide PBpro ETH Remote PROFIBUS Interface Version: MMA-NN-012310 E-072014-02 © Copyright 2014 Softing Industrial Automation GmbH...
- Page 2 Richard-Reitzner-Allee 6 85540 Haar / Germany Tel: + 49 89 4 56 56-0 Fax: + 49 89 4 56 56-488 Internet: http://industrial.softing.com Email: info.automation@softing.com Support: support.automation@softing.com The latest version of this manual is available in the Softing download area at: http://industrial.softing.com.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
........................16 3.3.2 Search and Configure ........................17 3.3.3 IP Basics ........................19 3.3.4 Establishing a network connection between PC and PBpro ETH ........................21 Web based configuration and firmware update 3.3.4.1 ....................... 23 Network configuration 3.3.4.2 ....................... 23 Device configuration 3.3.4.3... - Page 4 Table of Contents Firmware update 3.3.4.4 ....................... 25 Set password 3.3.4.5 ....................... 26 3.3.5 Configuring access to PBpro ETH on a Windows PC ........................26 Install software 3.3.5.1 ....................... 26 Configure driver 3.3.5.2 ....................... 26 3.3.6 Reset to factory settings ........................
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Page 5: Chapter 1 Introduction
Softing refuses any liability according to our existing guarantee obligations. Note Do not open the housing of the PBpro ETH. It does not contain any parts that need to be maintained or repaired by the user. In the event of a fault or defect, return the unit to the vendor. -
Page 6: Conventions Used
Chapter 1 - Introduction 1.3.3 Conventions used The following conventions are used throughout Softing customer documentation: Keys, buttons, menu items, commands and Open Start Control Panel other elements involving user interaction are Programs set in bold font and menu sequences are... -
Page 7: Scope Of Delivery
In case of problems please contact your vendor. Intended Use The PBpro ETH has been designed for use in factory, process and building control. The unit must not be used in explosion hazard areas. The permissible ambient conditions given in the Technical Data must be complied with. -
Page 8: Chapter 2 Installation
Chapter 2 - Installation Installation Mounting The PBpro ETH is intended for mounting on TS35 DIN carrier rails (EN 50022) installed in control cabinets. The PBpro ETH is convection-cooled. It therefore needs to be installed in such a way that the ventilating ducts are at the top and bottom of the unit. -
Page 9: Power Supply
Chapter 2 - Installation Power supply The PBpro ETH is powered by 24 V DC. The power supply plug connector is included in the delivery. The power supply socket connector on the front panel is labeled DC 24 V (see above). -
Page 10: Ethernet Port
The "ETH" (Ethernet) LED is on when Ethernet frames are sent or received that control PROFIBUS activity. The "RUN" LED is on when the device is operational. CON <n> The "CON" LED (connection) is on when the corresponding fieldbus interface is in use. PBpro ETH - User Guide... - Page 11 The LED is on as soon as the master has received the token. Slave: The LED indicates the status data exchange. Note The LED may also light up if the bus has not been connected or is defective. PBpro ETH - User Guide...
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Page 12: Chapter 3 Pbpro Eth Administration
The configuration pages allow to modify the IP configuration of the PBpro ETH (see Establishing a network connection between PC and PBpro ETH The Contact entry is linked to Softing's web site and thus not directly related to the PBpro ETH. -
Page 13: Pbpro Eth Information
Chapter 3 - PBpro ETH Adm inistration PBpro ETH information 3.2.1 System Status Information The System Status page indicates the effective IP configuration of the PBpro ETH, consisting of: MAC Address fixed Ethernet (MAC) address IP Address IP address Subnet Mask... -
Page 14: Hardware Diagnostics
Chapter 3 - PBpro ETH Adm inistration 3.2.2 Hardware Diagnostics During start-up of the device, several hardware components of the system are tested. The test result is shown in the following example: Figure 3: Hardware Diagnostics Startup Test Results PBpro ETH - User Guide... -
Page 15: Version Information
3.2.3 Version Information The PBpro ETH device consists of a base module with one local PROFIBUS interface for the first channel and up to three additional PROFIBUS modules for its multi-channel veraiants. All componentns as well as the entire device are identified by serial numbers and revisions. -
Page 16: Gpl Information
Chapter 3 - PBpro ETH Adm inistration 3.2.4 GPL Information PBpro ETH partially makes use of open source software. This page shows the corresponding license information: Figure 5: GPL License Information PBpro ETH network configuration 3.3.1 Overview PBpro ETH is delivered with a preconfigured IP address (192.168.212.212). Typically it must be reconfigured and assigned an IP address from your LAN address range. -
Page 17: Search And Configure
3.3.2 Search and Configure Use Search and Configure if PBpro ETH's IP address is unknown or does not match the actual network environment. Search and Configure is part of the PBpro ETH installation CD and can be installed directly from CD. - Page 18 Chapter 3 - PBpro ETH Adm inistration Figure 6: Search and Configure / Devices By selecting the device and clicking [Configure] you can modify network parameters of the PBpro ETH without using its website: Figure 7: Search and Configure / Network parameters...
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Page 19: Ip Basics
Chapter 3 - PBpro ETH Adm inistration The host name of the device can be set individually. By default it is built from PBpro ETH's part number and serial number that can be found on the device's type label, e.g. DEA-NN- 012311-123200003. - Page 20 (i. e. the broadcast address is built by setting all bits of the host ID to "1"). The PBpro ETH does not use the broadcast address, thus you may omit it.
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Page 21: Establishing A Network Connection Between Pc And Pbpro Eth
Establishing a network connection between PC and PBpro ETH The PBpro ETH is delivered with the preconfigured IP address 192.168.212.212. Connect the PBpro ETH to your computer. For a direct connection, a cross-linking cable must be used. This is not necessary if a hub or switch is interconnected. - Page 22 IP address of your computer (in the example, 192.168.212.211). If the local computer does not respond, the second IP address has not been initialized correctly. 4. If you have access to the PBpro ETH from your computer, you can change its network configuration with a Web browser.
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Page 23: Web Based Configuration And Firmware Update
3.3.4.1 Web based configuration and firmware update After an IP connection between PC and PBpro ETH has been set up as described in the previous sections, you may access the PBpro ETH from your PC by means of a Web Browser (e. -
Page 24: Device Configuration
Note If you change the IP address of the PBpro ETH, the IP connection between PC and PBpro ETH will be lost. You have to use the new IP address to reestablish web access to the Pbpro ETH. If an inconsistent network configuration is used, it may be impossible to connect to the PBpro ETH again. -
Page 25: Firmware Update
Chapter 3 - PBpro ETH Adm inistration Figure 9: Device Configuration To change the device configuration, select the desired operating mode of a PROFIBUS channel and click the [Submit] button. The successful completion of the change process is indicated by the message Success in the browser window. -
Page 26: Set Password
The CD contains various information and software. Make sure to install at least the "Drivers and Software Development Kit (SDK) for Windows". 3.3.5.2 Configure driver Before application programs can use PBpro ETH, you need to configure the device for operation: Click Start... - Page 27 Chapter 3 - PBpro ETH Adm inistration Select PBproETH / FG series and click Add: Figure 10: Device Configuration A dialog is opened allowing to enter/modify symbolic naming of a PROFIBUS channel: Figure 11: Symbolic Node Name PBpro ETH - User Guide...
- Page 28 You may change the default name Node<n> according to your needs. Click [Next]. In the next step you need to identify the the PBpro ETH either by its IP address or by its host name and select the assigned connection. For single channel devices always select "Bus 1".
- Page 29 Chapter 3 - PBpro ETH Adm inistration In the next step you need to adjust timeout values: Figure 13: Timeout parameters Following the meaning of the particular parameters: Timeout for Connect Time control interval for monitoring the connection establishment to the PBpro ETH...
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Page 30: Reset To Factory Settings
3.3.6 Reset to factory settings If you cannot get access to the PBpro ETH, you may want to reset the device to the default factory settings. For instance this may be necessary if the configuration password got lost. PBpro ETH - User Guide... - Page 31 As soon as the LED starts flashing you can remove the ball pen. The reset process then takes roughly one minute with various LEDs flashing. Finally, the "RUN" LED will shine solid green, indicating that PBpro ETH is operational. PBpro ETH - User Guide...
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Page 32: Chapter 4 Technical Data
111 x 134 x 111 in mm) Weight (approx. in kg) Degree Of Protection IP 20 Ambient Temperature 0°C to 55°C (operation) Ambient Temperature -20°C to 70°C (storage) Relative Air Humidity max. 90% at +25°C (non-condensing) PBpro ETH - User Guide... -
Page 33: Chapter 5 Declarations By The Manufacturer
- EN 61000-6-2 Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC); Part 6-2: Generic standard - Immunity for industrial environments A Declaration of Conformity in compliance with the above standards has been made and can be requested from Softing Industrial Automation GmbH. Note To fulfill the EMC requirements, the other components of your installation (DC adapter, Industrial Ethernet devices, etc.) also have to meet the EMC... - Page 34 Chapter 5 - Declarations by the m anufacturer WEEE Electrical and electronic equipment must be disposed of separately from normal waste at the end of its operational lifetime. PBpro ETH - User Guide...
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