Configuration Tools; Connecting A Pc To The Panel - Siemens FC361 Series Technical Manual

9.8 Configuration tools

9.8.1 Connecting a PC to the panel

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Two tools are used to configure the FC360 system easily and conveniently:
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FC360 Panel Configurator
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FC360 Desktop Editor 2.0
The following table describes the functions of the tools:
Tools
FC360 Panel Configurator
FC360 Desktop Editor 2.0
'FC360 Desktop Editor 2.0' is available at www.siemens.com/cerberus-fit.
'FC360 Panel Configurator' is integrated in the panel.
Detailed information about tool operations is available in document A6V10450595.
A PC is required for most commissioning, maintenance and repair work. The figure
below shows the connection between the PC and the panel.
X26 Terminal of PC connection
Ethernet, shielded patch cable, type CAT 5, CAT 5e, CAT 6, CAT 6e or
1
CAT 7, max. 100 m
WARNING
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Access to the panel only with direct PC connection.
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Ensure cable connection is stable.
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Connection to networks is expressly prohibited.
Functions
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Modifies, backs up and applies configuration.
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Resets alarm counter.
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Synchronizes system time.
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Executes the 'Read in' operation.
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Changes access level passwords.
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Saves event logs, test reports, compensation
reports and user documentation from the panel
to a PC.
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Updates firmware
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Modifies configuration file
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