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SINUMERIK 840D sl
Handheld Terminal HT 8
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SINUMERIK 840D sl/840DE sl
02/2024
A5E52918633B AA
Introduction
Fundamental safety
instructions
Description
General information and
networking
Operator control and
display elements
Interfaces
Connecting
Commissioning
Maintenance and Service
Technical specifications
Spare parts
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  • Page 1 General information and networking SINUMERIK 840D sl Handheld Terminal HT 8 Operator control and display elements Interfaces Equipment Manual Connecting Commissioning Maintenance and Service Technical specifications Spare parts Accessories Valid for: Control system SINUMERIK 840D sl/840DE sl 02/2024 A5E52918633B AA...
  • Page 2 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.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    About SINUMERIK ........................ 7 About this documentation ....................7 Documentation on the internet .................... 8 1.3.1 Documentation overview SINUMERIK 840D sl............... 8 1.3.2 Documentation overview SINUMERIK operator components ..........9 Feedback on the technical documentation ................9 mySupport documentation ....................9 Service and Support......................
  • Page 4 Table of contents 4.3.1.1 Settings for SINUMERIK solution line .................. 36 4.3.1.2 System boot with system network ..................38 4.3.1.3 Thin Client Unit (TCU) ......................39 4.3.1.4 Factory default settings...................... 40 4.3.2 Commissioning TCU ......................42 4.3.2.1 Using the TCU's main menu....................42 4.3.2.2 Using additional TCU menus....................
  • Page 5 Table of contents Unplugging/plugging during operation ................114 Commissioning ..........................115 SINUMERIK Operate ......................115 8.1.1 Activating/deactivating the virtual keyboard ..............115 8.1.2 Configuring the traversing keys ..................115 8.1.3 Configuring user-specific key labeling ................120 8.1.4 Configuring the function display at user-specific keys (U keys) ........... 122 8.1.5 Troubleshooting.......................
  • Page 6 Table of contents Handheld Terminal HT 8 Equipment Manual, 02/2024, A5E52918633B AA...

  • Page 7: Introduction

    – SINUMERIK is the highly dynamic automation solution, integrated for all areas of production. From prototype construction and tool design to mold making, all the way to large-scale series production. Visit our website for more information SINUMERIK (https://www.siemens.com/sinumerik). About this documentation Validity This Equipment Manual addresses the HT 8 handheld terminal.

  • Page 8: Documentation On The Internet

    This document may contain hyperlinks to third-party websites. Siemens is not responsible for and shall not be liable for these websites and their content. Siemens has no control over the information which appears on these websites and is not responsible for the content and information provided there.

  • Page 9: Documentation Overview Sinumerik Operator Components

    Feedback on the technical documentation If you have any questions, suggestions, or corrections regarding the technical documentation published in the Siemens Industry Online Support, use the link "Give feedback" link which appears at the end of the entry. mySupport documentation With the "mySupport documentation"...

  • Page 10: Service And Support

    (https://support.industry.siemens.com/cs/ww/en/my) portal page: The configured manual can be exported in RTF, PDF or XML format. Note Siemens content that supports the mySupport documentation application can be identified by the presence of the "Configure" link. Service and Support Product support You can find more information about products on the internet: Product support (https://support.industry.siemens.com/cs/ww/en/)
  • Page 11 Siemens support on the go With the award-winning "Industry Online Support" app, you can access more than 300,000 documents for Siemens Industry products – any time and from anywhere. The app can support you in areas including: • Resolving problems when implementing a project •...

  • Page 12: Using Openssl

    • OpenSSL (https://www.openssl.org) • Cryptsoft (https://www.cryptsoft.com) Compliance with the General Data Protection Regulation Siemens observes standard data protection principles, in particular the data minimization rules (privacy by design). For this product, this means: The product does not process or store any personal data, only technical function data (e.g.

  • Page 13: Fundamental Safety Instructions

    Fundamental safety instructions General safety instructions WARNING Electric shock and danger to life due to other energy sources Touching live components can result in death or severe injury. • Only work on electrical devices when you are qualified for this job. •...
  • Page 14 Fundamental safety instructions 2.1 General safety instructions WARNING Electric shock due to equipment damage Improper handling may cause damage to equipment. For damaged devices, hazardous voltages can be present at the enclosure or at exposed components; if touched, this can result in death or severe injury.
  • Page 15 • Therefore, if you move closer than 20 cm to the components, be sure to switch off radio devices, cellphones or WLAN devices. • Use the "SIEMENS Industry Online Support App" or a QR code scanner only on equipment that has already been switched off.
  • Page 16 Fundamental safety instructions 2.1 General safety instructions NOTICE Overheating due to inadmissible mounting position The device may overheat and therefore be damaged if mounted in an inadmissible position. • Only operate the device in admissible mounting positions. WARNING Unexpected movement of machines caused by inactive safety functions Inactive or non-adapted safety functions can trigger unexpected machine movements that may result in serious injury or death.

  • Page 17: Equipment Damage Due To Electric Fields Or Electrostatic Discharge

    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 cybersecurity concept. Siemens’ products and solutions constitute one element of such a concept. Customers are responsible for preventing unauthorized access to their plants, systems, machines and networks.
  • Page 18 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...

  • Page 19: Residual Risks Of Power Drive Systems

    Fundamental safety instructions 2.5 Residual risks of power drive systems Residual risks of power drive systems When assessing the machine or system-related risk in accordance with the respective local regulations (e.g. EC Machinery Directive), the machine manufacturer or system integrator must take into account the following residual risks emanating from the control and drive components of a drive system: 1.
  • Page 20 Fundamental safety instructions 2.5 Residual risks of power drive systems 6. Influence of network-connected and wireless communications systems, e.g. ripple-control transmitters or data communication via the network or mobile radio, WLAN or Bluetooth. 7. Motors for use in potentially explosive areas: When moving components such as bearings become worn, this can cause enclosure components to exhibit unexpectedly high temperatures during operation, creating a hazard in areas with a potentially explosive atmosphere.

  • Page 21: Description

    Note Siemens AG herewith declares that this device complies with the requirements and other regulations of the directives 2006/42/EC (Machinery Directive) and 2014/30/EU (EMC Directive). The full declaration can be found on the Internet (https://support.industry.siemens.com/cs/...
  • Page 22 Description Function blocks In the unit: • PCB with CPU, memory • Ethernet controller Device front: • LC display as touch screen – 640 x 480 (VGA) Color TFT – Inverter on board • 52-key membrane keyboard – 24 machine control keys –...

  • Page 23: General Information And Networking

    General information and networking Application planning 4.1.1 Electrical constraints 4.1.1.1 Power supply Requirements for DC power supplies WARNING Electric shock due to connection of an unsuitable power supply When equipment is connected to an unsuitable power supply and/or insufficiently grounded or rear cover, exposed components may carry a hazardous voltage that might result in serious injury or death.

  • Page 24: Grounding Concept

    General information and networking 4.1 Application planning Table 4-1 Requirements of the DC power supply Rated voltage According to EN 61131-2 24 VDC Voltage range (mean value) 20.4 VDC to 28.8 VDC Voltage ripple, peak/peak 5% (unsmoothed 6-pulse rectifi‐ Ramp-up time when switched on cation) Non-periodic overvoltages ≤...

  • Page 25: Ri Suppression Measures

    • Only use cables approved by SIEMENS for the signal lines from and to the Control Unit. • Signal cables must not be routed close to strong external magnetic fields (e.g. motors and transformers).

  • Page 26: Emc Limit Values In South Korea

    Climatic and mechanical environmental conditions 4.1.2.1 Transport and storage conditions The components of the SINUMERIK 840D sl system exceed the requirements according to EN 61800‑2 with regard to shipping and storage conditions. The following data applies under the following conditions: • Long-term storage in the transport and product packaging: At weather-protected locations that have continuous contact with outside air through openings.

  • Page 27: Operating Conditions

    Remove the transport protective foil and packaging material before installing the components. 4.1.2.2 Operating conditions The components of the SINUMERIK 840D sl system are intended for a weatherproof, fixed location. The documented environmental conditions apply to the climate in the immediate vicinity of the units and to the entry of the cooling air.
  • Page 28 General information and networking 4.1 Application planning Ambient climatic conditions Climate class according to EN Better than class 3K3 60721‑3-3 Temperature 0 ... 55° C (without derating) Installation altitude Up to 1000 m without derating From 1000 m to 3000 m with linear ambient temperature de‐ rating, -0.5 K per 100 m Relative humidity 5 ...
  • Page 29 General information and networking 4.1 Application planning To calculate the heat dissipation, the total power loss P of all heat-generating components Vtotal in a housing must be taken into account. Total power loss P +... [W] Vtotal Convection surface area A [m The surface areas of the front and bottom sides are not included in the convection surface area calculation.
  • Page 30 General information and networking 4.1 Application planning Figure 4-1 Means of heat dissipation Fan design • The fan must be positioned to produce an optimum heat dissipation. A clearance of 10 mm must be maintained in front of the fan. • The inlet and outlet slots must remain free for the open-circuit ventilation. •...

  • Page 31: Standards And Approvals

    General information and networking 4.1 Application planning Guidelines If the convection area A [m ] does not suffice for the "heat dissipation using natural convection", then use: • "Heat dissipation using natural convection and internal turbulence" for hot spots and heat concentrations in housings subject to space constraints.

  • Page 32: Recycling And Disposal

    General information and networking 4.1 Application planning The emergency stop button meets the following requirements: • Category 3, PL d according to EN ISO 13849-1:2015 • Requirements of EN 60204-1:2018, when complying with the safety instructions in the relevant chapters of this documentation The safety function acknowledgement device or enabling device for special mode control satisfies the following requirements: •...

  • Page 33: Connecting

    General information and networking 4.2 Connecting Connecting 4.2.1 Pin assignment of the interfaces The pins of the component interfaces are assigned as specified in the tables below. Any deviations are indicated at the relevant point. Signal type: Input Output Bidirectional (inputs/outputs) Power supply Ground (reference potential) or N.C.
  • Page 34 General information and networking 4.2 Connecting In principle, USB interfaces have the following characteristics: • Integrated power supply up to 500 mA for each socket. • Maximum cable length 3 m (Length including the supply cable to the hub and the connected terminal device;...

  • Page 35: Interfaces For Virtual Direct Connected Keys (Vdck)

    General information and networking 4.2 Connecting Max. data transfer rate: 10/100/1000 Mbit/s Max. cable length: 100 m Table 4-4 Assignment of the Ethernet RJ45 interface 1000 Mbit/s Connector Name Type Remark   Bidirectional pair A+   Bidirectional pair A-   Bidirectional pair B+   Bidirectional pair C+ Bidirectional pair C- Bidirectional pair B-...

  • Page 36: Networking

    General information and networking 4.3 Networking Clamping frame of socket Figure 4-4 Removing (left) and attaching (right) a membrane connector Unplugging the membrane connector 1. Loosen the dark clamping frame of the socket by pushing it up with your fingernails until it engages in its upper, unlocked position (Fig.
  • Page 37 General information and networking 4.3 Networking Fundamentals The system network for SINUMERIK solution line is structured as a star topology with a central Ethernet switch, to which all Ethernet-based components of the system are connected. For an NCU the connection is executed via the X120 Ethernet socket, for PCU it is executed via the "Ethernet 2"...

  • Page 38: System Boot With System Network

    General information and networking 4.3 Networking Service interface X127 The service interface X127 of the NCU is used for direct connection of a PG/PC for service purposes. Here access with STEP 7 to the PLC, and with NCU 7x0.3 PN also to PROFINET is possible.

  • Page 39: Thin Client Unit (Tcu)

    General information and networking 4.3 Networking Using DNS name service Availability of the DNS (Domain Name System) name service offers the following advantages for system network administration: • The name service enables easier configuration with names instead of IP addresses for management of operating units: All components in the system network can be addressed via a symbolic computer name.

  • Page 40: Factory Default Settings

    General information and networking 4.3 Networking Supplementary conditions For operation of a TCU: • In the system network, the number of active TCUs is limited: – a maximum of 2 TCUs: NCU 710.3 PN – a maximum of 4 TCUs: NCU 720.3 PN or NCU 730.3 PN –...
  • Page 41 General information and networking 4.3 Networking Pre-configuration of the PCU A PCU has two Ethernet interfaces with default settings suitable for use with SINUMERIK solution line: Eth 1 is pre-selected as a default DHCP client for connection to a company network. Eth 2 is pre-selected as a SINUMERIK DHCP server for connection to a system network.

  • Page 42: Commissioning Tcu

    General information and networking 4.3 Networking IP address Network station Remark 192.168.214.10 – 239 For additional TCUs, subsequently for additional DHCP clients PCUs, NCUs, MCPs, MPPs 192.168.214.240 Reserved for EKS (Electronic Key System) Default 192.168.214.241 Fixed IP address of the PCU on Eth 2 Default 192.168.214.242 –...
  • Page 43 General information and networking 4.3 Networking Softkey Key on OP External key‐ Description board Pos1 Moves the cursor to the top row Moves the cursor to the bottom row Exceptions to the above are mainly the result of input fields. Where these are present, the left/right cursor keys move the input cursor rather than performing an OK/cancel function.
  • Page 44 General information and networking 4.3 Networking Figure 4-5 TCU menu: Main menu The main menu contains: • A "Main menu" title followed by the TCU name in brackets • A central area listing the servers from config.ini. This is followed by two more fixed items, "Select service session"...
  • Page 45 General information and networking 4.3 Networking "Details" softkey The following connection data for the selected device appears when the "Details" softkey is pressed: Figure 4-6 TCU menu: Connection data Handheld Terminal HT 8 Equipment Manual, 02/2024, A5E52918633B AA...

  • Page 46: Using Additional Tcu Menus

    General information and networking 4.3 Networking 4.3.2.2 Using additional TCU menus "Service sessions" dialog When "Select service session" is selected from the main menu, the resulting process begins by triggering a server scan: Figure 4-7 TCU menu: Scanning After this, the following dialog appears: Handheld Terminal HT 8 Equipment Manual, 02/2024, A5E52918633B AA...
  • Page 47 General information and networking 4.3 Networking Figure 4-8 TCU menu: Active sessions Central area with the server list: The individual server lines contain either "Show WHAT on NAME (IP)" or the IP address only where the name is unknown. Session number VNC server Session 0 Session 4 Command shell...
  • Page 48 General information and networking 4.3 Networking precise details on the reason for the loss of function. With more favorable scenarios, the session name for the VNC server will also be specified along with its resolution. The connection and HMI status are monitored on a regular basis in the background. This may mean that these details change spontaneously if a change is made on the relevant server (for example, it may be switched off, the HMI may become available, etc.).
  • Page 49 General information and networking 4.3 Networking The following menu items are available here: • "Show status" displays status information including the software version, HW information, TCU network data, and the contents of the config.ini. Figure 4-10 TCU menu: OP status • "Show local logfile" displays a filtered version of the system logfile in the /var/log/ messages directory containing local TCU messages only.
  • Page 50 General information and networking 4.3 Networking Figure 4-11 TCU menu: Local logfile • "Show logfile of remote devices" displays the logfile of the other devices in the network: The syslog messages of devices in the system network which send syslog messages by broadcast, such as NCU 7x0, ...
  • Page 51 General information and networking 4.3 Networking "Modify settings for operator panel (TCU)" dialog The following dialog appears when "Modify settings" is selected from the main menu: Figure 4-12 TCU menu: Settings The central area is for setting the TCU parameters: • "HT 8 individual mode" (yes/no) This is only visible with HT 8, and is used to switch between Auto Mode and Individual Mode.
  • Page 52 General information and networking 4.3 Networking • "Electronic key system index - EKS" (0-255)" This specifies the index of the associated EKS. It matches the [Station] eksIndex setting from config.ini. • "Enable direct keys" (yes/no) This specifies whether direct keys (if present) should communicate with the PLC (yes) or be treated as ordinary keys (no).
  • Page 53 General information and networking 4.3 Networking Figure 4-14 TCU menu: Name of TCU Replacing a device If "Replacement" is selected, all the registered TCUs will appear in a selection menu. Those which are active in the network will be grayed out. (As these are functioning, there should be no question of replacing them.) The cursor automatically defaults to the first row for selection.
  • Page 54 General information and networking 4.3 Networking Figure 4-15 TCU menu: Spare TCU Handheld Terminal HT 8 Equipment Manual, 02/2024, A5E52918633B AA...

  • Page 55: How To Register A Tcu On The System Network

    General information and networking 4.3 Networking Assigning a name If, as described above, the system automatically follows the "New" path, an additional message will appear: "This operator panel (TCU) must be new, because there are no inactive panels." This message will not appear if "New" is selected manually. Figure 4-16 TCU menu: Name of TCU An available TCU name is suggested in the input field, although the user is able to change...
  • Page 56 General information and networking 4.3 Networking Sequence for a TCU Procedure: 1. Connect TCU. This opens the dialog "New operator panel (TCU)". 2. Select "New" to connect a new TCU and "OK" to confirm. 3. In the next dialog, accept the name suggested by the system or enter a name and confirm this with "OK".
  • Page 57 General information and networking 4.3 Networking Sequence for the HT 8 Procedure: 1. Connect HT 8 to a connection module and calibrate the touch screen. Additional softkeys are available for convenient touch panel operation: – "OK" has the same effect as the <INPUT> key –...
  • Page 58 General information and networking 4.3 Networking Specifying settings without machine control panel If a PCU or a TCU has no Machine Control Panel (MCP), you must set one of the two following options: • MCP address = 0 or no entry After the change of user authorization, there is no switchover of the machine control panel;...

  • Page 59: How To Calibrate A Touch Panel

    General information and networking 4.3 Networking 4.3.2.4 How to calibrate a touch panel NOTICE Service life of the touch screen Do not touch the operating elements of the display with pointed or hard objects. This may considerably reduce their service lives. With each HT 8-device, a Touchpen (order no.
  • Page 60 General information and networking 4.3 Networking Recalibrate touch screen Procedure: 1. The key combination below can be used to initiate further TCU calibration during operation, if required: <F9> + <F10>. This corresponds to the key combination on an OP: Menu back key + <MENU SELECT>. 2.

  • Page 61: Connecting-Up The Simatic Thin Client Touch Panel

    General information and networking 4.3 Networking 4.3.2.5 Connecting-up the SIMATIC Thin Client Touch Panel Registration in the system network The SIMATIC Thin Client Touch Panel behaves just like a TCU when connecting-up. When registering in "Operator Panel Service System" enter a name in the system network. After this, the device is available in the "Service Network Center"...

  • Page 62: This Is How You Configure The Simatic Thin Client Touch Panel

    General information and networking 4.3 Networking Operating the Touch Panel To operate the Touch Panel, use the integrated keyboard: Figure 4-20 Virtual Keyboard The integrated keyboard is activated using the button to the far right on the start bar. See also How to register a TCU on the system network (Page 55) Using the TCU's main menu (Page 42) Reference SIMATIC HMI, Operating instructions: Thin Client, Thin Client PRO...
  • Page 63 General information and networking 4.3 Networking • The following buttons are important for operation as SINUMERIK operator panel: To configure the SIMATIC Thin Client, press the button "Settings". You therefore open the "Operator panel service system": To exit the SINUMERIK mode, press the button "Close". •...

  • Page 64: Settings In The "Config.ini" File

    FTP connection will be reopened. The config.ini file is created in the following directories: NCU: /user/common/tcu/<TCU name>/common/tcu/ PCU (Windows XP): F:\user_base\common\tcu\<TCU name>\common\tcu\ PCU (Windows 7): C:\ProgramData\Siemens\MotionControl\user\common\tc u\<TCU name>\common\tcu\ Configuration of the config.ini file The config.ini file has the following configuration: Parameter Range of values Default setting Meaning  ...
  • Page 65 General information and networking 4.3 Networking Parameter Range of values Default setting Meaning       SessionNumber = Number       Password = String 0 or 1 0: No displacement disable SuspendLock = Number 1: Displacement disable set 1 ... 10 1: Lowest priority SuspendPriority = Number 10: Highest priority...

  • Page 66: Settings In The "Tcu.ini" File

    In the config.ini file comment lines are indicated by the # character preceding a line. 4.3.2.8 Settings in the "TCU.ini" file Directories The tcu.ini files is created in the following directories: NCU: /siemens/system/etc/tcu.ini /user/system/etc/tcu.ini /oem/system/etc/tcu.ini PCU (Windows XP): F:\addon_base\system\etc\tcu.ini F:\user_base\system\etc\tcu.ini F:\oem_base\system\etc\tcu.ini PCU (Windows 7):...
  • Page 67 General information and networking 4.3 Networking [VNCServer] # VETO MODE # VetoMode enabled: # VNC server notifies the HMI regie before another # panel gets the focus. # VetoMode disabled: # Focus timeout mode enabled (implicitly; see FOCUS TIMEOUT) # (0=DISABLE, 1=ENABLE) VetoMode=1 # FOCUS TIMEOUT # Guaranteed time period (in sec) a panel can hold the...
  • Page 68 General information and networking 4.3 Networking # At system runtime, the system resolution is automatically # adapted to the resolution of that panel which # currently owns the focus. # AdaptResolution disabled: # The system resolution is set at system startup phase. # At system runtime, system resolution remains unchanged # whichever resolution the currently focused panel owns.
  • Page 69 General information and networking 4.3 Networking PCUStartupTimeout = 90 # TCU STARTUP STEP TIME # The startup phase starts at the first TCU registration. # The startup phase is completed if the TCUStartupStepTime # period has passed and no registration of another TCU has # been carried out at this time.
  • Page 70 General information and networking 4.3 Networking # operable) ExternalViewerRequestTimeout=20 # EXTERNAL VIEWER REQUEST TIMEOUTMODE # The behaviour if request-timeout elapsed # ExternalViewerReqTimeoutMode=0 : dismiss request # ExternalViewerReqTimeoutMode=1 : accept request ExternalViewerReqTimeoutMode=1 # REMOTE ACCESS IP-ADDRESS # IP-V4-format X127RemoteAccessIP=192.168.215.29 # MODEM IP-ADDRESS # IP-V4-format X127ModemIP=192.168.215.30 # SERVICE HOST...
  • Page 71 General information and networking 4.3 Networking # PING SERVER PORT-NUMBER PingServerPort= # PING TRANSMISSION PERIOD # Period in minutes, in which transmission data will be sent PingTransmissionPeriod=2 # PING TRANSMISSION INTERVAL # Time interval in seconds between two pings PingTransmissionInterval=5 [externalTcu] # EXTERNAL TCU IP-ADDRESSES # List of accepted TCUs in IP-V4-format (index 1 to maximal 16) ExternalTcuIP_1=...

  • Page 72: Displacement Mechanism For Tcus

    General information and networking 4.3 Networking Prerequisite Note The "Operation without SINUMERIK OP" option is required when using more than 1 external VNC Viewer. Operator control without SINUMERIK OP If the "Operation without SINUMERIK OP" option is set, then a list of viewers that can be assigned in tcu.ini is handled by the system just like internal viewers (=TCU);...
  • Page 73 General information and networking 4.3 Networking 4 active TCU connected in parallel to PCU To operate a machine with more operating stations then the maximum number the displacement mechanism ensures that only the permitted number of TCUs are active in shadowing grouping. The remaining TCUs are switched to a passive mode, which means they no longer represent a load relative to the resources.

  • Page 74: Disable Switchover Between Tcu Via Plc

    General information and networking 4.3 Networking 4.3.2.10 Disable switchover between TCU via PLC Overview The TCU switchover disable offers the option of dynamically disabling switchover from one TCU to the next when the system is running via the PLC. For the duration of the disable, a user authorization request to change user authorizations between TCUs will be ignored by the system and rejected.
  • Page 75 General information and networking 4.3 Networking Operating principle If the TCU_SHIFT_LOCK bit is set for switchover disable, a user authorization request is not carried out independently of the mode set on the HMI for allocation of user authorizations (veto mode), i.e., a change of user authorization is rejected. This message appears on all OPs for approximately 5 seconds: "No switchover: Switchover disable set in current PLC."...

  • Page 76: Example: How To Select The Behavior Of The Tcus During Boot Up

    General information and networking 4.3 Networking Obtaining user authorization On a TCU that has no user authorization, the first key that is pressed serves exclusively to request the user authorization, i.e. this key is not evaluated by the operating software. The settings for the right to veto are stored in file tcu.ini and are only effective if the operating software is installed on the PCU.

  • Page 77: Network Configuration

    General information and networking 4.3 Networking 4.3.3 Network configuration 4.3.3.1 Permissible network topologies Ethernet connection A SINUMERIK 840 D sl can only be operated as a network within which the individual components communicate with one another via Ethernet connections. This network must be set The individual components are factory-set so that the most frequently occurring standard configurations can be operated without changing the settings related to the network.

  • Page 78: Networks Without Connection To The Company Network

    General information and networking 4.3 Networking 4.3.3.2 Networks without connection to the company network Configuration 1: NCU and TCU Description A direct Ethernet connection is used to connect a TCU to X120 of the NCU. NCU and TCU are suitably preconfigured with IP addresses. The IP addresses are not significant for further operation.
  • Page 79 General information and networking 4.3 Networking Configuration 2: NCU and PCU with direct OP Description The NCU and PCU are connected via a crossed Ethernet cable. The NCU is the DHCP server with the IP address 192.168.214.1. For this Eth 2 configuration, the PCU is assigned a fixed IP address in the range 192.168.214.241 –...

  • Page 80: Networks With Ncu Connection To The Company Network

    General information and networking 4.3 Networking 4.3.3.3 Networks with NCU connection to the company network Configuration 3: NCU and TCU Description The TCU is connected to the NCU (directly) using a crossed Ethernet cable. On X130, the NCU is connected to a switch to the company network with a straight cable. As in configuration 1, there is a direct Ethernet connection between a TCU and X120 of the NCU.
  • Page 81 General information and networking 4.3 Networking If the company network offers a low level of administration (in the worst case scenario the network has only one DHCP server that assigns the addresses from a predefined address range) the NCU receives an IP address that is initially unknown. Configuration 4: NCU and PCU with direct OP Description The NCU and PCU are connected via a crossed Ethernet cable.
  • Page 82 General information and networking 4.3 Networking Configuration 5: PCU with TCU on NCU Description In this configuration, a switch is also required for the system network. All components are connected using straight Ethernet cables. In terms of address allocation and the settings that need to be made, this configuration is identical to that of configuration 4.

  • Page 83: Example: Configuring A Vnc Connection To A Pc

    General information and networking 4.3 Networking Connecting the programming device (PG) to the NCU Description For service purposes a programming device is connected to the NCU at X127 as a standard DHCP client (automatically obtain an IP address). An NCU is a standard DHCP server on X127.
  • Page 84 The config.ini file is located in the following directory: NCU: /user/common/tcu/<TCU name>/common/tcu PCU (Windows XP): F:\user_base\common\tcu\<TCU name>\common\tcu PCU (Windows 7): C:\ProgramData\Siemens\MotionControl\user\common\t cu\<TCU name>\common\tcu The config.ini file must be stored on the boot server (active DHCP). Example: [Station] Handheld Terminal HT 8 Equipment Manual, 02/2024, A5E52918633B AA...

  • Page 85: Application Example

    Parallel operation of HMI-Advanced or SINUMERIK Operate on the PCU 50.3 and SINUMERIK Operate as component of the CNC software on the SINUMERIK 840D sl NCU: Any OP connected to PCU 50.3 and any OP connected to the NCU can be simultaneously operated: in the example, OP 08T.
  • Page 86 Deactivate the DHCP server on the PCU: For this select the option "Boot support runtime and configuration only (TFTP/FTP)" on the "TCU support" tab of the "System Network Center" program. 2. SINUMERIK 840D sl from CNC software, version 2.4 and higher The systemconfiguration.ini configuration file is included on the SINUMERIK 840D sl product DVD.

  • Page 87: Service And Diagnostics

    General information and networking 4.3 Networking 4.3.4 Service and diagnostics 4.3.4.1 Booting of the TCU Messages when booting While the TCU is booting, progress is displayed after the BIOS has booted and before the operating system is loaded. In addition to messages, the current booting status is also indicated by a progress bar.
  • Page 88 General information and networking 4.3 Networking Calling up the diagnostics window with <1 / F1> V04.05.11.00 hin Client Boot loader Boot progress: V03.04.00.00 BIOS 08:06:00:F1:F7:F8 MAC address 7.7.0.0 Hardware ID 1000MB, full duplex Network link 192.168.214.1 IP address 255.255.255.0 Netmask 192.168.214.1 Boot server 98 bytes Image metadata V04.50.11.00...

  • Page 89: Operator Control And Display Elements

    Operator control and display elements View Front ① Emergency Stop button ② Handwheel ③ Rotary override switch ④ Protective collar ⑤ Customer keys (user-defined) ⑥ HMI control keys ⑦ Function keys machine control panel ⑧ Display / touch screen ⑨ Traversing keys Figure 5-1 User interface of the HT 8 with handwheel...
  • Page 90 Operator control and display elements 5.1 View Rear ① Handle ② Cover ③ Connector with integrated USB connection ④ Sleeve for the connecting cable ⑤ Connecting cable ⑥ Enabling buttons (left and one right on the handle) Figure 5-2 Connections and operator controls at the rear of the HT 8 ①...

  • Page 91: Description

    Operator control and display elements 5.2 Description Holes ① ③ The HT 8 consists of a double-walled housing with upper shell and lower shell ② On the lower shell, the HT 8 has three small holes . These drill-holes are attached for the purpose of diverting the liquid that can penetrate into the space between the double-walled housing if the malleable protective shroud on the upper shell is pushed through.
  • Page 92 Operator control and display elements 5.2 Description Information for calibrating the touch screen of the HT 8 can be found in: "General information and networking", Chapter: "Networking" Note Calibration of the touch sensor may also become necessary during operation, because the resistance values of the touch membrane change when there is a temperature change.
  • Page 93 Operator control and display elements 5.2 Description If an emergency stop is triggered, the button locks into place. If the button is locked into place, it can be unlocked by rotating it to the right.   Emergency Stop button Press the red button in emergencies when  ...

  • Page 94: Screen Brightness Control

    Operator control and display elements 5.3 Screen brightness control The signals are sent via the connecting cable to the terminal box or the connection module and are available for further wiring. Connection examples of the enabling and emergency stop button can be found in Chapter: "HT 2", Section: "Connections"...

  • Page 95: Interfaces

    Interfaces Overview The following diagram shows the connection options at the HT 8. Figure 6-1 Block diagram of HT 8 interfaces Description Signal type Bi-directional signal Signal output Supply voltage Signal input Voltage input Voltage output Contact X3: Ethernet connection The Ethernet interface is compatible to the 10/100/1000BASE-T IEEE 802.3 standard, without crossover function.
  • Page 96 Interfaces 6.2 Description X5: USB interface The USB interface corresponds to the USB 1.1 specification with full speed data rate. Connector designa‐ tion: Connector type: Type A socket Pin assignment The pin assignment corresponds to the standard, see "General infor‐ mation and networking" → "Connecting". NOTICE Damage to the plug by missing protective cap Replace the USB connector if its protective cap is torn, because in this case, the connector is no...
  • Page 97 Interfaces 6.2 Description Signal Signal type Meaning STOP -13 Emerg. Stop circuit 2 STOP -23 Emerg. Stop circuit 1 +24 V power supply Signal Signal type Meaning IDENT_N Box ID transfer - ENABLE 2- Enabling button channel 2, digital ENABLE 1- Enabling button channel 1, digital STOP -14 Emerg.
  • Page 98 Interfaces 6.2 Description Handheld Terminal HT 8 Equipment Manual, 02/2024, A5E52918633B AA...

  • Page 99: Connecting

    Connecting Overview Article No. Emergency stop/enabling circuit SINUMERIK Prefabricated cable Handheld Terminal box Terminal PN Basic / PN Plus HT 8 SIMATIC IPC Ethernet cable 6XV1440-4B... 6FC5348-0AA08-3AA0 SINUMERIK Connection module NCU 7x0.3 PN Basic PN Emergency stop/enabling circuit SINUMERIK MPP 310 IEH/ MPP 483 IEH/ MPP 483 HTC Emergency stop/enabling circuit...

  • Page 100: Terminal Box Pn

    Connecting 7.2 Terminal Box PN If no HT 8 is connected, observe the following: NOTICE Unauthorized access • After disconnection, the HT 8 must be locked away. • Emergency stop buttons that are inactive must not be identified as such or must be inaccessible.
  • Page 101 The following clearances are required around the PN terminal box: Additional references You can find a detailed description in the operating instructions (compact) of the Mobile Panel 177 HMI device (WinCC flexible): http://support.automation.siemens.com/WW/view/de/22166637 Handheld Terminal HT 8 Equipment Manual, 02/2024, A5E52918633B AA...

  • Page 102: Pn Plus Terminal Box

    Connecting 7.2 Terminal Box PN 7.2.2 PN Plus terminal box The PN Plus terminal box differs from a PN Basic terminal box in that it has four relays mounted on the board. ① Board ② Relays Figure 7-3 Inner view of the PN Plus terminal box Switching states of the emergency stop circuit HT 8 Emergency...

  • Page 103: Pn Basic Terminal Box

    Connecting 7.2 Terminal Box PN 7.2.3 PN Basic terminal box In contrast to the PN Plus terminal box, the "Stop loop through" function is not implemented on the PN Basic terminal box. Relays are so not required. Figure 7-4 PN Basic terminal box Note The emergency stop circuit is controlled via the emergency stop button when the HT 8 is connected.

  • Page 104: Interfaces

    Connecting 7.3 PN Basic connection module 7.2.4 Interfaces Information about the interface assignment on the PN terminal box can be found in the “Handheld Terminal HT 2" manual under “Connecting" → “Terminal Box PN" → “Interface assignment on the PN Plus terminal box"connection. PN Basic connection module 7.3.1 Description...

  • Page 105: Interfaces

    Connecting 7.3 PN Basic connection module 7.3.2 interfaces The connector for the HT 8 is provided at the front of the PN connection module. The other interfaces of the connection module are located at the rear: ① Grounding screw M5 for potential equalization connection Figure 7-6 Rear of the Basic PN connection module Setting the box ID...
  • Page 106 Connecting 7.3 PN Basic connection module Connector pin assignments Signal type: Input Output Bi-directional signals Potential X1, X2: Ethernet interfaces The pin assignment of the Ethernet interfaces X1, X2 can be found in "General information and networking", Chapter: "Connecting", Section: "Pin assignment of the interfaces". X3: Power supply The pin assignment of the power supply interface X3 can be found in "General information and networking", Chapter: "Connecting", Section: "Pin assignment of the interfaces".
  • Page 107 Connecting 7.3 PN Basic connection module Protective circuit On-board jumper between 3 and 4 Note Use this terminal for simple routing of the emergency stop cables, optional. The connector is only used to assist looping through. The connected pins 1 and 2 as well as 3 and 4 have no additional function on the connection module.
  • Page 108 Connecting 7.3 PN Basic connection module Signal name Signal type Meaning IN_E9 Connected P24 (jumpered to Pin8 during opera‐ tion) P24_FILT Filtered 24V module power supply IN_E9_EXT Feedback signal via connected P24 IN_E12_EXT "High": Terminating connector plugged in Note Pins 7 and 8 must be jumpered in order to supply a handheld terminal with power. Handheld Terminal HT 8 Equipment Manual, 02/2024, A5E52918633B AA...

  • Page 109: Dimension Drawing

    Connecting 7.3 PN Basic connection module 7.3.3 Dimension drawing ① Elongated holes - if the module is screwed to the inside of the control cabinet Figure 7-8 Connection module Basic PN - dimension drawing for control cabinet installation Handheld Terminal HT 8 Equipment Manual, 02/2024, A5E52918633B AA...

  • Page 110: Installing The Terminating Connector

    Connecting 7.3 PN Basic connection module 7.3.4 Installing the terminating connector Procedure Note If you never remove the HT8 from the connection module, it is not necessary to attach the terminating connector. ① 1. Unscrew the fixing nut ① 2. Attach the bracket for the terminating ②...

  • Page 111: Connecting Cable

    Connecting 7.4 Connecting cable Connecting cable The connecting cable is an industrial cable, can tolerate bending in-line with what is required in practice – and is resistant to many solvents and lubricants. The connecting cable is available in various lengths. You will find detailed information in Section: "Accessories".
  • Page 112 Connecting 7.4 Connecting cable 2. Insert the connecting cable in the appropriate entry (left or right). Press the cable downward slightly until it rests completely on the fastening lugs Insert a plug in the cable entry that you do not intend to use.  ...

  • Page 113: Power Supply

    Connecting 7.5 Power Supply Correctly routed connecting cable Connecting cable, left   Connecting cable, right           5. Attach the cover by tightening the six PT screws. NOTICE Damage to the housing The housing of the HT 8 is made of plastic. Therefore, the mounting hole threads cannot handle the same amount of stress as a comparable metallic housing.

  • Page 114: Unplugging/Plugging During Operation

    Connecting 7.6 Unplugging/plugging during operation Unplugging/plugging during operation The ability to detect a connected HT 8 in the PLC 1. HW solution: Interface X7 of the Basic PN connection module signals "HT 8 Present" at pin 1 for the "active" connection module (see interfaces (Page 105)). If the connection module is "inactive", this signal is not set.

  • Page 115: Commissioning

    The virtual keyboard is configured in the file "slguiconfig.ini". Procedure 1. Copy the "slguiconfig.ini" file from the folder /siemens/sinumerik/hmi/template/cfg. 2. Paste the copy of the file into the following directory: /oem/sinumerik/hmi/cfg or /user/sinumerik/hmi/cfg. 3. Open the file in the editor.
  • Page 116 /ico1024 /ico1280 Procedure 1. Copy the "sljkconfig.ini" configuration file from the folder /siemens/sinumerik/hmi/template/cfg 2. Place the copy into the folder /oem/sinumerik/hmi/cfg or /user/sinumerik/hmi/cfg 3. Open the copy in the Editor and define the traversing key labeling. Example of a "sljkconfig.ini" configuration file 12 axes are defined in the example, with text for softkey 1 and softkey 2, as well as an image on softkey 3 and softkey 4.
  • Page 117 Commissioning 8.1 SINUMERIK Operate ; A few examples for further configuration options ; Alias names of machine-axes (%a1, %a2, etc.), from oem_sljk_deu.ts (example) [State_1] TextId_1_1 = OEM_JK_TEXT_1 TextId_1_2 = OEM_JK_TEXT_2 ParamText_2_1 = %a1%n- ParamText_2_2 = %a1%n+ ParamText_3_1 = %a2%n- ParamText_3_2 = %a2%n+ ParamText_4_1 = %a3%n- ParamText_4_2 = %a3%n+ ParamText_5_1 = %a4%n-...
  • Page 118 Spanish Italian Chinese Procedure 1. You can copy the sample file " oem_sljk_deu.ts" from the following directory: /siemens/ sinumerik/hmi/template/lng. 2. Store or create the file in the /oem/sinumerik/hmi/lng or /user/sinumerik/hmi/lng directory. 3. Give the file a name, e.g. for German texts: "sljk_deu.ts".
  • Page 119 Commissioning 8.1 SINUMERIK Operate   <message>   <source>JK_AXISNAME_4</source>   <translation>A</translation>   </message>   <message>   <source>JK_AXISNAME_5</source>   <translation>B</translation>   </message>   <message>   <source>JK_AXISNAME_6</source>   <translation>C</translation>   </message>   <message>   <source>JK_AXISNAME_7</source>   <translation>U</translation>   </message>   <message>   <source>JK_AXISNAME_8</source>   <translation>V</translation>...

  • Page 120: Configuring User-Specific Key Labeling

    Commissioning 8.1 SINUMERIK Operate   <source>OEM_JK_TEXT_2</source>   <translation>SF2</translation>   </message>   </TS> 8.1.3 Configuring user-specific key labeling Labeling the keys for the HT 8 The texts of the CPF menu (CPF: Control Panel Function) for the HT 8 can be labeled with your own texts in the particular language of the country.
  • Page 121 Commissioning 8.1 SINUMERIK Operate Procedure 1. You can copy the sample file " oem_slck_deu.ts" from the following directory: /siemens/ sinumerik/hmi/template/lng. 2. Store or create the file in the /oem/sinumerik/hmi/lng or /user/sinumerik/hmi/lng directory. 3. Give the file a name, e.g. for German texts: "slck_deu.ts".

  • Page 122: Configuring The Function Display At User-Specific Keys (U Keys)

    Commissioning 8.1 SINUMERIK Operate 8.1.4 Configuring the function display at user-specific keys (U keys) Function Active functions can be displayed at the configurable user keys via the PLC. For instance, small LEDs can be emulated on the softkeys. You configure the function in the "slckcpf.ini" file. Interface signals The PLC bits are in the output image of the PLC-HT 8 interface and are analog to those in the input image.
  • Page 123 "Single Block" softkey. false The icon is not displayed. 1. You can copy the sample file "slckcpf.ini" from the following directory: /siemens/ sinumerik/hmi/template/cfg 2. Store the file in the /oem/sinumerik/hmi/cfg or /user/sinumerik/hmi/cfg directory. 3. If you use your own icon, then locate it together with the corresponding resolution for HT 8 directory: /oem/sinumerik/hmi/ico/ico640 or /user/sinumerik/hmi/ico/ico640.

  • Page 124: Troubleshooting

    Commissioning 8.2 HMI-Advanced ; Use the following settings to use this status bits instead of the led map for a specific sk ;U1LED=/channel/parameter/R[U1,1] ;..;U16LED=/channel/parameter/R[U1,16] ;VarIncLED = DB11.DBX8.5 ;SBLLED = DB21.DBX0.4 ;WCSLED = DB19.DBX0.7 ; Show a LED for the var inc sk ;showVarIncLED = true ;...
  • Page 125 Commissioning 8.2 HMI-Advanced Display/skip the labeling of traversing keys on HT 8 In order to inscribe the traversing keys, the names of the first six axes are established from the machine data 10000: AXCONF_MACHAX_NAME_TAB (indexed using DB 10, bytes 8 to 13). The LED image of HT 8 serves as the interface for displaying the labeling by the PLC.

  • Page 126: Configuring User-Specific Key Labeling

    Commissioning 8.2 HMI-Advanced User keys The user keys (the 2 keys at the top and bottom) can be assigned in any way. User keys, which can be used to trigger a wide range of machine functions, are evaluated directly by the PLC program.
  • Page 127 Commissioning 8.2 HMI-Advanced Configuration file Example of a key labeling (ht8_xx.ini): [CPFSoftkeyText]   U1 = "User%nKey 1" ; 2*10 → Text is two lines due to %n U2 = "UserKey 2" ; 2*10 characters U3 = "UserKey 3" ; 2*10 characters U4 = "UserKey 4"...
  • Page 128 Commissioning 8.2 HMI-Advanced Traversing keys As standard, keys for axes 1 to 6 are displayed. If the 2nd vertical softkey is pressed in the CPF menu (change over traversing keys), then the next time that the traversing keys are displayed, keys 7 to 12 are displayed; after pressing the 2nd vertical softkey in the CPF menu, then axis keys 1 to 6 are displayed again, etc.

  • Page 129: Maintenance And Service

    Maintenance and Service Cleaning the device Use a soft cloth moistened either with water or a mild cleaning agent to clean the housing, display and operator control elements of the HT 8. Checking the device In order to prevent foreign bodies or liquids entering the HT 8, regularly check the device •...
  • Page 130 Maintenance and Service Handheld Terminal HT 8 Equipment Manual, 02/2024, A5E52918633B AA...

  • Page 131: Technical Specifications

    Technical specifications 10.1 Handheld Terminal HT 8 HT 8 handheld terminal Safety Safety class III according to EN 61131-2 / EN 50178 Degree of protection accord‐ IP65 ing to EN 60529 Approvals CE / cULus Electrical data Input voltage 24 V DC Current carrying capacity Enabling button: 10 - 250 mA / 2-channel, 3-stage...
  • Page 132 Technical specifications 10.1 Handheld Terminal HT 8 Conditional rated short-circuit current 1000 A, 6A gL/gG according to EN 60947-5-1 (if no PN terminal box used) 100 000 When the PN Plus connection box is used: 1.01 * 10 Service life 20 years Forced dormant error detection interval (mechanical actua‐...

  • Page 133: Connection Module Basic Pn

    Technical specifications 10.2 Connection module Basic PN Note The PFH value only applies if the technical properties of the acknowledgment button and the quantitative conditions specified here (e.g. operating period) are observed. Mechanical switches such as the acknowledgment button are subject to wear due to use. The wear-related service life should be determined on the basis of typical operating actions and, if possible, compared with values obtained in practice.

  • Page 134: Pn Terminal Box

    Technical specifications 10.3 PN terminal box 10.3 PN terminal box General data Weight without packaging Approx. 700 g Degree of protection according to EN 60529 IP65 (with connected HT 8 or with inserted blanking cover) Electrical data Rated voltage +24 V DC Range, permissible 20.4 to 28.8 V (–15%, +20%) Transients, maximum permissible 35 V (500 ms)

  • Page 135: Spare Parts

    Spare parts The following service set is available for SIMATIC connecting boxes PN Basic and PN Plus: Designation Note Qty. Article number Service set for mobile pan‐ Dummy plugs for cable compartment 6AV6574-1AA04-4AA0 PG screw glands for connection box Blanking cover for connecting a handheld ter‐ minal Terminal strips for connection box Handheld Terminal HT 8...
  • Page 136 Spare parts Handheld Terminal HT 8 Equipment Manual, 02/2024, A5E52918633B AA...

  • Page 137: Accessories

    Accessories 12.1 Overview The following accessories are available for the HT 8: Designation Remark Quantity Article number PN Plus terminal box With automatic emergency stop override for 6AV6671-5AE11-0AX0 *) mounting in the system PN Basic terminal box Without automatic emergency stop override for 6AV6671-5AE01-0AX0 *) mounting in the system PN Basic connection module...

  • Page 138: Wall Holder

    Accessories 12.2 Wall holder 12.2 Wall holder The HT 8 can be safely kept and operated in a stationary manner in the wall holder. ① Hook for the grip on the handheld unit ② Drill holes for screw fixing Figure 12-1 HT 8 wall holder - view Ensure that you position the wall holder in such a manner that •...
  • Page 139 Accessories 12.2 Wall holder Dimension drawing Figure 12-2 HT 8 wall holder - dimension drawing Note Please note that the holder is smaller than the HT 8 (∅ approx. 290 mm). You must keep sufficient clearance around the holder to ensure convenient handling. Handheld Terminal HT 8 Equipment Manual, 02/2024, A5E52918633B AA...
  • Page 140 Accessories 12.2 Wall holder Handheld Terminal HT 8 Equipment Manual, 02/2024, A5E52918633B AA...

  • Page 141: Index

    Index Emergency Stop button HT 8, 92 Enabling button HT 8, 93 Activate keyboard, 115 End user interface Connection conditions, 23 Ethernet connection, 77 Ethernet interface, 77 Boot server, 82 Factory default settings, 40 Calibrate touch panel Faults when booting, 87 HT 8, 59 TCU, 60 Calibrate Touch Panel, 64 CompactFlash Card, 40 Grounding measures, 24 Company network, 37 Configuration file...
  • Page 142 Index IP address PG, 83 Assign index, 74 Assign names, 55 Boot-up messages, 87 Main menu, 43 Settings, 55 Membrane connectors Supplementary conditions, 40 Connection conditions, 35 Thin Client Unit, 39 Membrane keyboard TCU diagnostics, 87 HT 8, 92 Thin Client Messages during TCU boot up, 87 HT 8, 21 Touch screen HT 8, 91 HT 8, 91 Network topology, 77 User authorization, 39, 76...

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