Panasonic FP-I4C User Manual
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- Page 1 FP Industry 4.0 Communicator FP-I4C Unit User Manual ACGM0162V5EN 2024.11 industry.panasonic.eu...
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Page 2: Copyright, Liability, And Warranty
Therefore, we reserve the right to change the manual/ product without notice. In no event will Panasonic Industry Europe be liable for direct, special, incidental, or consequential damage resulting from any defect in the product or its documentation, even if advised of the possibility of such damages. -
Page 3: Software Legal Notices
Please refer to the detailed terms and conditions thereof shown in the device settings menu. At least three (3) years from delivery of this product, Panasonic will give to any third party who contacts us at the contact information provided below, for a charge no more than our cost of physically performing source code distribution, a complete machine-readable copy of the corresponding source code covered under GPL V2.0, LGPL V2.1 or the other licenses... -
Page 4: Important Symbols
Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury. Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury. Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in minor or moderate injury. Indicates a property damage message. FP-I4C Unit... -
Page 5: Safety Precautions
Do not allow foreign matter such as liquid, flammable materials, metals to enter the product. It could cause excessive exothermic heat or smoke generation. • Do not undertake construction (such as connection and disconnection) while the power supply is on. It could lead to an electric shock. FP-I4C Unit... -
Page 6: Network Security
Do not install this product in locations where the product or the cables can be destroyed or damaged by persons with malicious intent. Note that incorrect setting of the connection to the existing LAN might cause malfunction in the devices on the network. Consult your network administrator before connecting. FP-I4C Unit... -
Page 7: Table Of Contents
3 Wiring............................25 3.1 Connection to PLC TOOL port using cable AIGT8192..............25 3.2 Connection to PLC COM port......................26 3.3 RS485 connection to Eco-POWER METER.................. 26 3.4 Wire the power supply........................27 3.5 Pre-startup checklist........................28 4 Getting started.......................... 29 FP-I4C Unit... - Page 8 4.1 Basic communication processes....................29 4.2 Connecting the FP‑I4C unit to an Ethernet network..............30 4.3 Connect the FP‑I4C unit directly to a PC..................31 4.4 Connect the FP-I4C unit to a PC via DHCP server............... 32 4.5 Port redirection..........................33 4.6 Configure a port redirection......................34 4.7 Change the user interface language....................
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Page 9: Product Overview
HMWIN Studio has the following system requirements: • Microsoft Windows® 7, Windows® 8.x, Windows® 10, or Windows® 11 • Hard disk with at least 500MB free disk space, 512MB RAM, Ethernet connection HMWIN Studio can be downloaded free of charge from the Panasonic InfoHub FP-I4C Unit... -
Page 10: Features
• Web server • Data logger with visualization function • FTP client • SMTP/POP3 (email) client • MQTT protocol • HTTP client • SQL/NoSQL client • TLS client/server • Script function • REST API/HTTP server • IEC60870 protocol FP-I4C Unit... -
Page 11: Part Names
F1, F2, function inputs (pull-up design) COM2 RS232/RS485 (insulated, switchable) 24V DC power supply connector (10) Expansion connector for FP0/FP0R expansion units (16 pins) Related topics Factory reset (page 13) Wire the power supply (page 27) Status LEDs (page 12) FP-I4C Unit... -
Page 12: Status Leds
A device is connected to USB port 2. Green Flashes Communication via COM1 RS232 is active. (rate depending on data traffic) Green Flashes Communication via COM2 RS232/RS485 is active. (rate depending on data traffic) Related topics Factory reset (page 13) FP-I4C Unit... -
Page 13: Factory Reset
(no extension) in the root path of device-factory-restore the USB flash drive. The file name does not have an extension. Make sure it is spelled exactly as shown. Remove the USB flash drive from your PC and connect it to the FP-I4C unit. FP-I4C Unit... -
Page 14: System Recovery
IP address with the HMWIN Studio software. • If your FP-I4C unit is connected directly to your PC, you need to set the IP address in your PC: In Windows, go to “Network Connections” and select your Ethernet network. On the “Network”... -
Page 15: Recover The System
Recover the main OS if you have encountered issues with the operating system. For issues with applications, recover the data partition. The necessary recovery files are included in the latest FP-I4C BSP update and the FP-I4C firmware update, available in the Panasonic InfoHub •... -
Page 16: Devices Supported By Usb Host Ports
Model: GT series, manufacturer: Panasonic Electric Works, Ltd., vendor ID: 0x0986, product ID: 0x0310 • Panasonic FP series USB driver Model: PLC FP0H, FP7, FP0R, manufacturer: Panasonic Electric Works, Ltd., vendor ID: 0x0986, product ID: 0x0320 • Panasonic Eco-POWER METER Model: Eco-POWER METER, manufacturer: Panasonic Electric Works, Ltd.,... -
Page 17: Specifications
10Hz to 55Hz, 1 cycle per minute with a double amplitude of 0.75mm; 10min on 3 axes Shock resistance ≥10g, 4 times on 3 axes Unit dimensions Height: 90mm, width: 25mm, depth: 64mm Weight ≈110g Operation conditions Free from corrosive gases and excessive dust FP-I4C Unit... -
Page 18: Dimensions
The dimensions of the FP‑I4C unit are indicated in the technical drawings. 25.0 60.0 90.0 F1 F2 S/- R/+ S/- R/+ G2 G2 [mm] 11.5 60.0 90.0 [mm] Right side view of the unit with the 16-pin connector installed FP-I4C Unit... -
Page 19: Installation
‒ Always install the unit orientated with the Ethernet ports facing outward on the top in order to prevent the generation of heat. COM1 F1 F2 COM2 S/- R/+ S/- R/+ G2 G2 ‒ Do not install the unit above devices which generate heat, such as heaters, transformers or large-scale resistors. FP-I4C Unit... -
Page 20: Installation Space
Keep the first 100mm from the front surface of the unit open in order to allow room for wiring. Attach the unit to a DIN rail The unit is designed for easy installation on DIN rails. Fit the upper hook of the unit onto the DIN rail. FP-I4C Unit... -
Page 21: Remove The Unit From A Din Rail
Install the unit on a slim mounting plate (AFP0803) To attach the unit directly to the wall, you can use a slim type mounting plate, which can be ordered separately. Use M4 size pan-head screws to attach the mounting plate to the mounting panel. FP-I4C Unit... -
Page 22: Install The Unit On A Flat Mounting Plate (Afp0804)
Use M4 size pan-head screws to attach the mounting plate to the mounting panel. 60.0 AFP0804 [mm] (1) FP0 flat type mounting plate AFP0804 (2) Screw (3) Mounting panel Raise the expansion hooks on the top and bottom of the unit. Install the unit on the mounting plate. FP-I4C Unit... - Page 23 Align the expansion hooks with the plate and press the hooks back down. F1 F2 S/- R/+ S/- R/+ G2 G2 Note A unit with an attached flat type mounting plate can also be installed sideways on a DIN rail. (1) DIN rail (2) FP0 flat type mounting plate AFP0804 FP-I4C Unit...
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Page 24: Add Fp0/Fp0R Expansion Units To The Fp-I4C Unit
Align the pins and holes in the four corners of the units and press the two units together. (1) FP‑I4C unit (2) FP0/FP0R expansion unit Press down the expansion hooks raised in step 1 to secure the unit. FP-I4C Unit... -
Page 25: Wiring
AIGT8192, 5-pin mini DIN male (left) and FP‑I4C unit, 16-pin connector (right) Using COM2: S (COM1) R (COM1) G1 (COM1) G1 (COM1) S/- (COM2) R/+ (COM2) S/- (COM2) R/+ (COM2) S/- (COM2) G2 (COM2) G2 (COM2) FP‑I4C unit, 16-pin connector (left) and AIGT8192, 5-pin mini DIN male (right) FP-I4C Unit... -
Page 26: Connection To Plc Com Port
S/- (COM2) G2 (COM2) G2 (COM2) PLC COM port, 3-pin screw terminal (left) and FP‑I4C unit, 16-pin connector (right) RS485 connection to Eco-POWER METER Use COM2 RS485 to connect the FP‑I4C unit to an Eco-POWER METER. Suitable wire: AWG26-24 FP-I4C Unit... -
Page 27: Wire The Power Supply
LED PWR will turn on after self-test. When connecting the power supply (class 2 circuit), make sure the polarity (+/-) is correct. If you connect an FP0/FP0R expansion unit, both units must be supplied by the same power supply. FP-I4C Unit... -
Page 28: Pre-Startup Checklist
Perform the pre-startup checks with the power turned off. Is the unit securely fixed to the control panel? Are all wires firmly secured to the terminals? Are the connectors properly wired with respect to voltage and polarity? Is the green wire connected to frame ground? FP-I4C Unit... -
Page 29: Getting Started
The log function can be controlled by time trigger or by PLC via the service control interface. Data logger INTERN USB (COM3) Service control Logging Measurement RS232 (COM1) interface control and other RS232/RS485 (COM2) devices ETHERNET (COM4) FP-I4C Unit... -
Page 30: Connecting The Fp-I4C Unit To An Ethernet Network
“Application Settings”. Related topics Connect the FP‑I4C unit directly to a PC (page 31) Connect the FP-I4C unit to a PC via DHCP server (page 32) Change the user interface language (page 35) -
Page 31: Connect The Fp-I4C Unit Directly To A Pc
We recommend that you change the default password as soon as possible. Select “Application Settings” to go to the application settings area. You are now ready to configure the services required for your application. Related topics Change the user interface language (page 35) Change passwords (page 36) FP-I4C Unit... -
Page 32: Connect The Fp-I4C Unit To A Pc Via Dhcp Server
4.4 Connect the FP-I4C unit to a PC via DHCP server Connect the FP-I4C unit to a PC via DHCP server If you connect the FP‑I4C unit and the PC in an Ethernet network with a DHCP server, you need to know which IP address was assigned to the unit. -
Page 33: Port Redirection
PLC. The port is redirected to the USB interface. • Port 502 is used as a Modbus TCP gateway to handle data requests from a Modbus TCP client. • Port 9095 is used as a MEWTOCOL server to handle MEWTOCOL data requests from a SCADA system. FP-I4C Unit... -
Page 34: Configure A Port Redirection
RS232 of the FP‑I4C unit. A PC is connected to one of the Ethernet interfaces of the unit. To establish a connection between the PC and the PLC via the FP‑I4C unit, open port 9094 for COM1 RS232, and make the communication settings. FP-I4C Unit... -
Page 35: Using The Wizard
The language of the user interface can be changed in the system settings. Go to “System Settings” > “Language” and select the desired language. Note that the application settings and the online help are not yet available in all of the languages. FP-I4C Unit... -
Page 36: Change Passwords
Access to certain functions and settings is restricted to administrators. The functions accessible to users have a check mark. System settings Function Admin User Change language ✓ ✓ View system status ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ Save log file FP-I4C Unit... -
Page 37: Application Settings
Save or download NoSQL library or examples ✓ ✕ Change email client settings Save or download email library or example ✓ ✓ Change HTTP client settings ✓ ✕ Save or download HTTP library or example ✓ ✓ ✓ ✕ Change REST API settings FP-I4C Unit... - Page 38 Change TLS client/server settings ✓ ✕ Change IEC60870 settings ✓ ✕ Save configuration changes ✓ ✕ ✓ ✕ Reset configuration to default ✓ ✓ Backup application settings ✓ ✕ Restore application settings Related topics Change passwords (page 36) FP-I4C Unit...
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Page 39: Record Of Changes
Added application example for the HTTP client function Added application example for Web-based data visualization ACGM0162V2EN, 2020.06 Cover page: changed manual title, corrected product name Frontmatter: added software legal notes, safety precautions, network security notes Corrected list of features Deleted section on hardware version information FP-I4C Unit... - Page 40 Added dimensional drawing Devices supported by USB host ports: added FP0R Revised installation instructions for FP0R expansion units Corrected wiring diagram for "Connecting the TOOL port" with COM1 Revised section "Getting started" ACGM0162V1EN, 2019.07 First edition FP-I4C Unit...
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