Configuration Via Profibus - Siemens SIMATIC RF166C Operating Instructions Manual

Device flash test using the PST
If several communication modules are connected to the network/PC, it is possible to make
the LEDs of the device flash. Using the device flash test, you can identify the required
communication module quickly and simply.
Proceed as follows to identify the relevant communication module using the flash test:
1. In the menu bar, select the menu command "Network > Browse".
2. Select the required module from the device list.
3. In the menu bar, select the menu command "Module > Flash".
4. Click the "Start" button.
Reaction: The LEDs on the selected communication module flash.
5. Click the "Stop" button to stop the flashing.
6.2

Configuration via PROFIBUS

As of STEP 7 Basic / Professional V16, the RF166C communication modules are integrated
in the TIA Portal and can be integrated into SIMATIC automation systems. Integration into
older STEP 7 versions is performed via a GSD file. The connection is made via PROFIBUS,
the configuration via the TIA Portal and operation of the communication module via the Ident
blocks of the TIA Portal. You can further configure the communication module using WBM.
The GSD file corresponding to the communication module is stored on the communication
module and can be downloaded from it using the WBM. 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.
Requirements
STEP 7 Basic / Professional is installed and started, and a project is open. The
communication module is connected to the controller via PROFIBUS and has been powered
up.
The communication module has a valid PROFIBUS address.
Procedure
Follow these steps to configure the communication module via PROFIBUS using the TIA
Portal:
1. Change to the Project view.
2. Using the project tree, insert a SIMATIC controller in the project with the "Add new
device" menu command.
The device view opens and the controller is displayed.
3. Go to the network view and drag the communication module from the hardware catalog
into the project.
SIMATIC RF166C
Operating Instructions, 12/2019, C79000-G8976-C578-01
Configuring
6.2 Configuration via PROFIBUS
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