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Siemens SIRIUS 8WD46 Series Configuration Manual

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Industrial controls
Command and signaling devices
SIRIUS 8WD46 electronically
configurable signaling columns
Configuration Manual
11/2023
A5E51600296002A/RS-AB/002
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Planning / configuring
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  • Page 1 Introduction Safety instructions Product description Industrial controls Planning / configuring Command and signaling devices SIRIUS 8WD46 electronically Mounting configurable signaling columns Connecting Configuration Manual Technical specifications Dimension drawings Accessories Third-party software 11/2023 A5E51600296002A/RS-AB/002...
  • 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

    Introduction ............................7 Purpose of this documentation .................... 7 Target group ........................8 Required knowledge ......................9 Siemens Industry Online Support ..................10 Siemens Industry Online Support app................. 12 Support Request ........................ 13 Safety instructions ..........................15 Warning concerning misuse ....................15 Important notes.........................
  • Page 4 Table of contents 4.2.12 Create new configuration from templates ................33 4.2.13 Load configuration from connected signaling column............34 4.2.14 Open an existing configuration ..................34 4.2.15 Updating configuration software ..................35 4.2.16 Update firmware ........................ 35 4.2.17 Mode: Autoscale ........................ 37 4.2.17.1 Select variant of the signaling column ................
  • Page 5 Table of contents 4.2.20.8 Select color........................77 4.2.20.9 Select light effect ....................... 79 4.2.20.10 Select brightness ....................... 79 4.2.20.11 Configuring Individual mode pins ..................79 4.2.20.12 Adapting the pin configuration................... 81 4.2.20.13 Duplicate state........................82 4.2.20.14 Renaming the state......................83 4.2.20.15 Add state ...........................
  • Page 6 Electrical connection for IO-Link variant................122 6.2.2 Status LED – IO-Link variant ..................... 123 Technical specifications ........................125 Technical data in Siemens Industry Online Support............125 Dimension drawings .......................... 127 CAx data.......................... 127 Dimension drawings ......................128 Accessories ............................129 Accessories ........................

  • Page 7: Introduction

    Introduction Purpose of this documentation This manual describes the possible uses of the 8WD46 electronically configurable signaling columns. In order to provide users with the information they need to operate the system safely, this manual provides a general explanation regarding operating principles, selection, and installation.

  • Page 8: Target Group

    Introduction 1.2 Target group Target group This documentation contains information for the following target groups: • Decision makers • Technologists • Project planning engineers • Commissioning engineers SIRIUS 8WD46 electronically configurable signaling columns Configuration Manual, 11/2023, A5E51600296002A/RS-AB/002...

  • Page 9: Required Knowledge

    Introduction 1.3 Required knowledge Required knowledge A general knowledge of the following areas is needed in order to understand this documentation: • Low-voltage controls • Digital circuit logic • Automation systems • IO-Link • Safety and security systems SIRIUS 8WD46 electronically configurable signaling columns Configuration Manual, 11/2023, A5E51600296002A/RS-AB/002...

  • Page 10: Siemens Industry Online Support

    Introduction 1.4 Siemens Industry Online Support Siemens Industry Online Support Information and service At Siemens Industry Online Support you can obtain up-to-date information from our global support database: • Product support • Application examples • Forum • mySupport Link: Siemens Industry Online Support (https://support.industry.siemens.com/cs/de/en)
  • Page 11 • CAx data Easy access to CAx data, e.g. 3D models, 2D dimension drawings, EPLAN macros, device circuit diagrams • My IBase registrations Register your Siemens products, systems and software. SIRIUS 8WD46 electronically configurable signaling columns Configuration Manual, 11/2023, A5E51600296002A/RS-AB/002...

  • Page 12: Siemens Industry Online Support App

    Siemens Industry Online Support app Siemens Industry Online Support app The Siemens Industry Online Support app provides you access to all the device-specific information available on the Siemens Industry Online Support portal for a particular article number, such as operating instructions, manuals, data sheets, FAQs etc.

  • Page 13: Support Request

    1.6 Support Request Support Request After you have registered, you can use the Support Request form in the online support to send your question directly to Technical Support: Support Request: Internet (https://www.siemens.com/support-request) SIRIUS 8WD46 electronically configurable signaling columns Configuration Manual, 11/2023, A5E51600296002A/RS-AB/002...
  • Page 14 Introduction 1.6 Support Request SIRIUS 8WD46 electronically configurable signaling columns Configuration Manual, 11/2023, A5E51600296002A/RS-AB/002...

  • Page 15: Safety Instructions

    Safety instructions Warning concerning misuse NOTICE Warning of damage to property Make sure that the equipment is used correctly and as intended, otherwise material damage cannot be ruled out. Tampering with the equipment may impair its function. WARNING Warning of personal injury. Risk of hearing damage When using the signaling column with acoustic elements, do not remain for prolonged periods in the immediate vicinity if the acoustic alarm is sounding.

  • Page 16: Important Notes

    Siemens. Nor can Siemens assume liability for recommendations that appear or are implied in the following description. No new guarantee, warranty, or liability claims beyond the scope of the Siemens general terms of supply are to be derived or inferred from the following description. SIRIUS 8WD46 electronically configurable signaling columns...

  • Page 17: Before Commencing Work: Isolating The Equipment From The Supply System And Ensuring That It Cannot Be Reconnected

    Safety instructions 2.3 Before commencing work: Isolating the equipment from the supply system and ensuring that it cannot be reconnected. Before commencing work: Isolating the equipment from the supply system and ensuring that it cannot be reconnected. DANGER Hazardous voltage Will cause death or serious injury. •...

  • Page 18: Recycling And Disposal

    Safety instructions 2.4 Recycling and disposal Recycling and disposal For environmentally-friendly recycling and disposal of your old device, contact a company certified for the disposal of used electrical and electronic equipment, and dispose of the device as specified in the regulations for your particular country. SIRIUS 8WD46 electronically configurable signaling columns Configuration Manual, 11/2023, A5E51600296002A/RS-AB/002...

  • Page 19: Cybersecurity Information

    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 20 Safety instructions 2.5 Cybersecurity information SIRIUS 8WD46 electronically configurable signaling columns Configuration Manual, 11/2023, A5E51600296002A/RS-AB/002...

  • Page 21: Product Description

    Product description Product overview Product overview of the electronically configurable 8WD46 signaling columns               -Variants 8WD4615-5JH47 8WD4615-5HH47 8WD4613-5JH47 8WD4613-5JH47 Conventional 24 V var‐ 8WD4615-5JH37 8WD4615-5HH37 8WD4613-5JH37 8WD4613-5HH37 iant Acoustic element ✓ ✓ SIRIUS 8WD46 electronically configurable signaling columns Configuration Manual, 11/2023, A5E51600296002A/RS-AB/002...

  • Page 22: Application Areas

    Product description 3.2 Application areas Application areas Electronically configurable signaling columns are used on machines or in automatic processes for monitoring complex procedures, as visual or acoustic warning devices in emergency situations, or for displaying individual production stages. Application areas • Metal and mining industry •...

  • Page 23: Intended Purpose And Use

    Product description 3.3 Intended purpose and use Intended purpose and use Areas of application 8WD46 signaling columns are used in machines or in automatic processes for monitoring complex procedures or as visual or acoustic warning devices in emergency situations, e.g. for displaying individual assembly stages.

  • Page 24: Function

    • Simple configuration and fast connection using M12 plugs • No wiring required • No special tools needed • Communication capability via connection to IO-Link More information www.siemens.de/sirius-signalsaeulen www.siemens.com/sirius-signaling-columns https://mall.industry.siemens.com/mall/de/de/Catalog/Products/10436637?tree=CatalogTree https://mall.industry.siemens.com/mall/en/de/Catalog/Products/10436637?tree=CatalogTree SIRIUS 8WD46 electronically configurable signaling columns Configuration Manual, 11/2023, A5E51600296002A/RS-AB/002...

  • Page 25: Recommendation For The Color Assignment

    Product description 3.5 Recommendation for the color assignment Recommendation for the color assignment Recommended color sequence Service personnel with poor color vision will find it easier to recognize the meaning indicated by the illuminated position if a predefined color sequence is used. As with traffic lights, operating personnel often use not only the color, but also the position of the lighting for orientation.

  • Page 26: Recommendation For Flashing Signaling Columns

    Product description 3.6 Recommendation for flashing signaling columns Recommendation for flashing signaling columns Flashing lights can be used for the following purposes: • To attract attention • To request immediate action • To indicate a discrepancy between the command and actual states •...

  • Page 27: Planning / Configuring

    Planning / configuring Configuration options Available operating modes Mode: Signaling column Mode: Autoscale Mode: Filling level Mode: Individual Individual segments can be The segments are automati‐ Each segment can be set and • The segments are used as combined to create a signal cally and uniformly distrib‐...

  • Page 28: Planning / Configuring - Conventional 24 V Variant

    Configuration software To configure the conventional 24 V variant, download the configuration software: Download: Configuration software (https://support.industry.siemens.com/cs/ww/en/view/ 109807684) Connect the signaling column to your computer via the USB port. The configuration software for electronically configurable signaling columns does not need to be installed.
  • Page 29 Planning / configuring 4.2 Planning / configuring - conventional 24 V variant Configuration software homepage Item Description Variant of the connected electronically configurable signaling column Configuration area Device information area Set language Support area "This software" area Firmware area Open an existing configuration Load configuration from the electronically configurable signaling column Create new configuration from templates Generate a new configuration...

  • Page 30: Configuration Area

    Planning / configuring 4.2 Planning / configuring - conventional 24 V variant 4.2.4 Configuration area Configuration options • New configuration: Generate a new configuration (see New configuration (Page 32)). • Create from templates: Open standard templates which can immediately be transferred to the device (see Create new configuration from templates (Page 33)).

  • Page 31: Device Information Area

    Planning / configuring 4.2 Planning / configuring - conventional 24 V variant 4.2.7 Device information area • Open handbook: You can download a PDF of the "8WD46 electronically configurable signaling columns" manual. • Open operating instructions: You can download a PDF of the "8WD46 electronically configurable signaling columns"...

  • Page 32: New Configuration

    Planning / configuring 4.2 Planning / configuring - conventional 24 V variant Additionally for variants with siren: • Continuous tone 2.7 kHz • Low volume 4.2.11 New configuration Note Configuration is also possible without a connected signaling column. No signaling column needs to be connected in order to perform a configuration for an electronically configurable signaling column.

  • Page 33: Create New Configuration From Templates

    Planning / configuring 4.2 Planning / configuring - conventional 24 V variant 4.2.12 Create new configuration from templates The configuration software provides various predefined configurations that can be transferred directly to a connected signaling column or used as a basis for your own configurations.

  • Page 34: Load Configuration From Connected Signaling Column

    Planning / configuring 4.2 Planning / configuring - conventional 24 V variant 7. Click on "Send to device" to load the template and transfer it directly to the connected signaling column. 8. Click on "Save" to save the configuration file locally on the computer and transfer it to the signaling column later.

  • Page 35: Updating Configuration Software

    2. In the "This software" area, click on "Check if new version is available". 3. A Siemens web page with the configuration software and its version is opened. 4. If a newer version of the software is available, it can be downloaded and used.
  • Page 36 Planning / configuring 4.2 Planning / configuring - conventional 24 V variant • If no new firmware is available, the following window appears: • If a newer version of the firmware is found, the following window is displayed: Start new firmware download 1.

  • Page 37: Mode: Autoscale

    Planning / configuring 4.2 Planning / configuring - conventional 24 V variant 4.2.17 Mode: Autoscale The segments of the electronically configurable signaling columns are automatically and uniformly distributed among the number of controlled pins (bits) and status messages. With this setting, the full potential of the signaling column can be exploited by means of full surface signaling.

  • Page 38: Select Variant Of The Signaling Column

    Planning / configuring 4.2 Planning / configuring - conventional 24 V variant Note Power limitation If required (e.g. in order to take into account the power limitations of control outputs), the power consumption of the signaling column can be reduced via the "Power limitation" button. In this case, the current demand of the column is reduced to less than 500 mA.

  • Page 39: Select Color

    Planning / configuring 4.2 Planning / configuring - conventional 24 V variant 4.2.17.4 Select color Each tier can be assigned a predefined standard color or an individual color. Standard color 1. In the "Color" column, click on the displayed color. 2. In the "Select color" dialog box, select "Standard colors" from the drop-down list. 3.
  • Page 40 Planning / configuring 4.2 Planning / configuring - conventional 24 V variant • violet • turquoise Individual color 1. In the "Color" column, click on the displayed color. 2. In the "Select color" dialog box, select "Individual color" from the drop-down list. 3.

  • Page 41: Select Light Effect

    Planning / configuring 4.2 Planning / configuring - conventional 24 V variant 4.2.17.5 Select light effect In the "Light effect" column, select the required lighting effect from the drop-down list. You can choose one of eight light effects. The setting "None" can be selected if only a siren is to be assigned to the tier. 4.2.17.6 Select brightness In the "Brightness"...
  • Page 42 Planning / configuring 4.2 Planning / configuring - conventional 24 V variant 1. Click on "No tone" in the "Siren" column. 2. In the "Select tone" dialog box, select the desired tone, volume, and maximum duration. SIRIUS 8WD46 electronically configurable signaling columns Configuration Manual, 11/2023, A5E51600296002A/RS-AB/002...

  • Page 43: Select Pin

    Planning / configuring 4.2 Planning / configuring - conventional 24 V variant 3. In the "Tone" drop-down list, select the required tone for the siren. Ten different sounds are available for selection. Note Test tone To test the selected settings, press the "Play" button. The selected tone is then played via the computer.

  • Page 44: Adapting The Pin Configuration

    Planning / configuring 4.2 Planning / configuring - conventional 24 V variant Select pin In the "Pin" column, select the pin of the 8-pin connector on which the signal for triggering the tier is sent. 4.2.17.9 Adapting the pin configuration If required, the assignment of the wire color to the pin can be changed and a description of the signal can be stored.

  • Page 45: Simulate Input Signals

    Planning / configuring 4.2 Planning / configuring - conventional 24 V variant 3. In the "Description" column, enter the signal description. 4. Click "Save" to apply the selection. 4.2.17.10 Simulate input signals Once all adjustments have been made, the control can be simulated. On the pin representation, click on the pin or on a combination of pins which is to activate the required tier or the required state.

  • Page 46: Finalize Configuration

    Planning / configuring 4.2 Planning / configuring - conventional 24 V variant 4.2.17.11 Finalize configuration 1. If necessary, make further changes to the configuration. 2. Click on "Finalize" as soon as all tiers are configured as required. The "Finalize" dialog box appears.

  • Page 47: Select Variant Of The Signaling Column

    Planning / configuring 4.2 Planning / configuring - conventional 24 V variant Note Switch mounting position If required, the orientation of the displayed signaling column can be rotated by 180 degrees using the "Switch mounting position" button. Note Power limitation If required (e.g. in order to take into account the power limitations of control outputs), the power consumption of the signaling column can be reduced via the "Power limitation"...

  • Page 48: Add Or Remove Tier

    Planning / configuring 4.2 Planning / configuring - conventional 24 V variant 4.2.18.2 Add or remove tier Add tier Click on the plus sign to add a tier. Remove tier Click on the X symbol to remove a tier. 4.2.18.3 Shift tier If necessary, individual tiers can be shifted up or down.
  • Page 49 Planning / configuring 4.2 Planning / configuring - conventional 24 V variant Standard color 1. In the "Color" column, click on the displayed color. 2. In the "Select color" dialog box, select "Standard colors" from the drop-down list. 3. Click on the required color to select a standard color. The following 8 standard colors are available: •...

  • Page 50: Select Light Effect

    Planning / configuring 4.2 Planning / configuring - conventional 24 V variant 3. Enter individual RGB values for red, green, and blue, or select a color by clicking on a color box. 4. Click the "Select color" button to assign the color. 4.2.18.5 Select light effect In the "Light effect"...

  • Page 51: Select Brightness

    Planning / configuring 4.2 Planning / configuring - conventional 24 V variant 4.2.18.6 Select brightness In the "Brightness" column, you can use the slider to set the desired brightness of the selected color at one of four levels. 4.2.18.7 Select siren If the connected or selected variant of the electronically configurable signaling column has a siren, it is possible to select a signal tone that will sound when the tier is activated.
  • Page 52 Planning / configuring 4.2 Planning / configuring - conventional 24 V variant 1. Click on "No tone" in the "Siren" column. 2. In the "Select tone" dialog box, select the desired tone, volume, and maximum duration. SIRIUS 8WD46 electronically configurable signaling columns Configuration Manual, 11/2023, A5E51600296002A/RS-AB/002...

  • Page 53: Select Pin

    Planning / configuring 4.2 Planning / configuring - conventional 24 V variant 3. In the "Tone" drop-down list, select the required tone for the siren. Ten different sounds are available for selection. Note Test tone To test the selected settings, press the "Play" button. The selected tone is then played via the computer.

  • Page 54: Simulate Input Signals

    Planning / configuring 4.2 Planning / configuring - conventional 24 V variant Select pin In the "Pin" column, select the pin of the 8-pin connector on which the signal for triggering the tier is sent. 4.2.18.9 Simulate input signals Once all adjustments have been made, the control can be simulated. On the pin representation, click on the pin or on a combination of pins which is to activate the required tier or the required state.

  • Page 55: Finalize Configuration

    Planning / configuring 4.2 Planning / configuring - conventional 24 V variant 4.2.18.10 Finalize configuration 1. If necessary, make further changes to the configuration. 2. Click on "Finalize" as soon as all tiers are configured as required. The "Finalize" dialog box appears.

  • Page 56: Select Variant Of The Signaling Column

    Planning / configuring 4.2 Planning / configuring - conventional 24 V variant 4.2.19.1 Select variant of the signaling column If a signaling column has been connected to a computer, the configuration software detects and displays the variant. If no signaling column has been connected to a computer, select the variant of the signaling column to be configured in the configuration software.

  • Page 57: Selecting The Color For The Filling Level Indicator

    Planning / configuring 4.2 Planning / configuring - conventional 24 V variant Setting Description Top (off) Unassigned segments of the signaling column are positioned at the top and are always off. Bottom (off) Unassigned segments of the signaling column are positioned at the bottom and are always off. 4.2.19.3 Selecting the color for the filling level indicator Either a uniform color or a color gradient can be selected for the filling level display.
  • Page 58 Planning / configuring 4.2 Planning / configuring - conventional 24 V variant • violet • turquoise Individual color 1. In the "Color" column, click on the displayed color. 2. In the "Select color" dialog box, select "Individual color" from the drop-down list. 3.

  • Page 59: Selecting A Color Gradient

    Planning / configuring 4.2 Planning / configuring - conventional 24 V variant 4.2.19.5 Selecting a color gradient 1. In the "Colors" area, select "Color gradient" from the drop-down list. 2. Click on the respective color and select either a standard or an individual color in the "Select color"...

  • Page 60: Configuring A Filling Level Indicator

    Planning / configuring 4.2 Planning / configuring - conventional 24 V variant 4.2.19.6 Configuring a filling level indicator Note Switch mounting position If required, the orientation of the displayed signaling column can be rotated by 180 degrees using the "Switch mounting position" button. Note Power limitation If required (e.g.

  • Page 61: Add Or Remove Tier

    Planning / configuring 4.2 Planning / configuring - conventional 24 V variant 4.2.19.7 Add or remove tier Add tier Click on the plus sign to add a tier. Remove tier Click on the X symbol to remove a tier. 4.2.19.8 Shift tier If necessary, individual tiers can be shifted up or down.

  • Page 62: Select Brightness

    Planning / configuring 4.2 Planning / configuring - conventional 24 V variant The setting "None" can be selected if only a siren is to be assigned to the tier. 4.2.19.10 Select brightness In the "Brightness" column, you can use the slider to set the desired brightness of the selected color at one of four levels.
  • Page 63 Planning / configuring 4.2 Planning / configuring - conventional 24 V variant 1. Click on "No tone" in the "Siren" column. 2. In the "Select tone" dialog box, select the desired tone, volume, and maximum duration. SIRIUS 8WD46 electronically configurable signaling columns Configuration Manual, 11/2023, A5E51600296002A/RS-AB/002...

  • Page 64: Configuring Pins In Filling Level Mode

    Planning / configuring 4.2 Planning / configuring - conventional 24 V variant 3. In the "Tone" drop-down list, select the required tone for the siren. Ten different sounds are available for selection. Note Test tone To test the selected settings, press the "Play" button. The selected tone is then played via the computer.
  • Page 65 Planning / configuring 4.2 Planning / configuring - conventional 24 V variant Example: To display the entire column in green, pins 1 to 4 must be controlled. 1. In the "Pin" column, select the pins of the 8-pin connector on which the signal for triggering the tier is to be sent.

  • Page 66: Adapting The Pin Configuration

    Planning / configuring 4.2 Planning / configuring - conventional 24 V variant 4.2.19.13 Adapting the pin configuration If required, the assignment of the wire color to the pin can be changed and a description of the signal can be stored. 1. Click the "PIN configuration" button. 2.

  • Page 67: Simulate Input Signals

    Planning / configuring 4.2 Planning / configuring - conventional 24 V variant 3. In the "Description" column, enter the signal description. 4. Click "Save" to apply the selection. 4.2.19.14 Simulate input signals Once all adjustments have been made, the control can be simulated. On the pin representation, click on the pin or on a combination of pins which is to activate the required tier or the required state.

  • Page 68: Finalize Configuration

    Planning / configuring 4.2 Planning / configuring - conventional 24 V variant 4.2.19.15 Finalize configuration 1. If necessary, make further changes to the configuration. 2. Click on "Finalize" as soon as all tiers are configured as required. The "Finalize" dialog box appears.

  • Page 69: Select Variant Of The Signaling Column

    Planning / configuring 4.2 Planning / configuring - conventional 24 V variant 4.2.20.1 Select variant of the signaling column If a signaling column has been connected to a computer, the configuration software detects and displays the variant. If no signaling column has been connected to a computer, select the variant of the signaling column to be configured in the configuration software.

  • Page 70: Configuring States

    Planning / configuring 4.2 Planning / configuring - conventional 24 V variant 4.2.20.2 Configuring states Note Switch mounting position The "Switch mounting position" button can be used to rotate the orientation of the displayed signaling column by 180 degrees. Note Power limitation If required (e.g.

  • Page 71: Adapting A State

    Planning / configuring 4.2 Planning / configuring - conventional 24 V variant 4.2.20.3 Adapting a state Note States • You can configure up to 64 states s and transfer them to one signaling column. • A state consists of the individual optical settings of each segment and, if applicable, a signal tone.
  • Page 72 Planning / configuring 4.2 Planning / configuring - conventional 24 V variant 1. Click on "State". 2. You can make adjustments in the "State" window. Note Reset to default settings The current state can be reset to the default settings using the "Reset" button. Naming the state 1.

  • Page 73: Selecting A Custom Siren

    Planning / configuring 4.2 Planning / configuring - conventional 24 V variant 4.2.20.4 Selecting a custom siren If the connected or selected variant of the electronically configurable signaling column has a siren, it is possible to select a signal tone that will sound when the tier of the state is activated. 1.

  • Page 74: Individual Tone

    Planning / configuring 4.2 Planning / configuring - conventional 24 V variant Standard tone 1. In the "Tone" drop-down list, select the required tone for the siren. Ten different sounds are available for selection. Note Test tone To test the selected settings, press the "Play" button. The selected tone is then played via the computer.
  • Page 75 Planning / configuring 4.2 Planning / configuring - conventional 24 V variant 1. In the "Select tone" dialog box, select "Individual tone" from the drop-down list. 2. Adjust the settings in the individual boxes. 3. The following image can be called up via the "Graphical parameter description" button to illustrate the effect of the custom settings: 4.

  • Page 76: Connecting Or Separating Segments

    Planning / configuring 4.2 Planning / configuring - conventional 24 V variant 4.2.20.6 Connecting or separating segments If necessary, multiple tiers can be combined and separated again. Combine tier 1. Click on the "State" button. 2. In the "Combine tier" column, click the "Combine tier" symbol. Disconnecting tiers 1.

  • Page 77: Select Color

    Planning / configuring 4.2 Planning / configuring - conventional 24 V variant 4.2.20.8 Select color Each tier can be assigned a predefined standard color or an individual color. Standard color 1. In the "Color" column, click on the displayed color. 2. In the "Select color" dialog box, select "Standard colors" from the drop-down list. 3.
  • Page 78 Planning / configuring 4.2 Planning / configuring - conventional 24 V variant • violet • turquoise Individual color 1. In the "Color" column, click on the displayed color. 2. In the "Select color" dialog box, select "Individual color" from the drop-down list. 3.

  • Page 79: Select Light Effect

    Planning / configuring 4.2 Planning / configuring - conventional 24 V variant 4.2.20.9 Select light effect In the "Light effect" column, select the required lighting effect from the drop-down list. You can choose one of eight light effects. The setting "None" can be selected if only a siren is to be assigned to the tier. 4.2.20.10 Select brightness In the "Brightness"...
  • Page 80 Planning / configuring 4.2 Planning / configuring - conventional 24 V variant boxes indicates that these pins or signal lines must be controlled in order to activate the corresponding setting. Example: To activate "State_01", pins 1 to 4 must be energized. 1.

  • Page 81: Adapting The Pin Configuration

    Planning / configuring 4.2 Planning / configuring - conventional 24 V variant 4.2.20.12 Adapting the pin configuration If required, the assignment of the wire color to the pin can be changed and a description of the signal can be stored. 1. Click the "PIN configuration" button. 2.

  • Page 82: Duplicate State

    Planning / configuring 4.2 Planning / configuring - conventional 24 V variant 3. In the "Description" column, enter the signal description. 4. Click "Save" to apply the selection. 4.2.20.13 Duplicate state Note State You can configure up to 64 states and transfer them to one signaling column. A state consists of the individual optical settings of each segment and, if applicable, a signal tone.

  • Page 83: Renaming The State

    Planning / configuring 4.2 Planning / configuring - conventional 24 V variant 1. Click the "Duplicate" icon next to the state you want to duplicate. 2. A copy is created below the selected state. 3. Click on the state to make settings. 4.2.20.14 Renaming the state 1.

  • Page 84: Deleting A State

    Planning / configuring 4.2 Planning / configuring - conventional 24 V variant 1. Click the "Add state" button in the "States" column. 2. A new state is inserted. 3. Click on the state to make settings. 4.2.20.16 Deleting a state 1. Click the "Delete" icon next to the state you want to delete. 4.2.20.17 Simulate input signals Once all adjustments have been made, the control can be simulated.

  • Page 85: Planning / Configuring - Io-Link Variant

    Planning / configuring 4.3 Planning / configuring – IO-Link variant Planning / configuring – IO-Link variant 4.3.1 System requirements An IO-Link system essentially comprises the following components: • IO-Link master • IO-Link device (e.g.: sensors, valves, I/O modules, signal devices) • Unshielded standard cables •...
  • Page 86 4.3 Planning / configuring – IO-Link variant 1. Be sure to download the latest firmware from the Internet: Firmware (https:// support.industry.siemens.com/cs/ww/en/view/109811208) 2. Save the displayed zip file locally to your PC. Loading firmware onto the device 1. Open the S7-PCT Port Configuration Tool.
  • Page 87 Planning / configuring 4.3 Planning / configuring – IO-Link variant 6. While the firmware update is in progress, the LED at the bottom of the signaling column is lit yellow. A progress bar indicates the current status of the updating operation. Updating can take several minutes.

  • Page 88: Delivery Condition Of Io-Link Variant

    Planning / configuring 4.3 Planning / configuring – IO-Link variant Note Signaling column settings are retained After the firmware update, the existing parameter assignment of the signaling column is retained. 4.3.3 Delivery condition of IO-Link variant Factory settings for all variants •...

  • Page 89: Power Reduction (Current Consumption) On

    IO-Link device description (IODD) file. 1. Go to the download for the IODD configuration software (https:// support.industry.siemens.com/cs/ww/en/view/109807683). 2. After importing the IODD, search in the controller for new devices. 3. The electronically configurable 8WD46 signaling column is automatically detected.

  • Page 90: Setting The Operating Mode

    Planning / configuring 4.3 Planning / configuring – IO-Link variant 4.3.7 Setting the operating mode The operating mode is set via the "Operating mode" parameter. Parameter Value Mode Operating mode Signaling column mode Autoscale mode Filling level mode Individual mode 4.3.8 Basic functions The following parameters apply for all four operating modes.

  • Page 91: Parameters For Acoustic Functions For 10 Custom Sounds

    Planning / configuring 4.3 Planning / configuring – IO-Link variant Parameter Value Description Brightness Minimum High Maximum Standard color Individual PWM (according to proportion red / green / blue) Green Blue Yellow Light yellow Turquoise Violet White 4.3.10 Parameters for acoustic functions for 10 custom sounds Parameter Value Description...

  • Page 92: Global Parameters

    4.3.13 Configuration of electronically configurable signaling columns Data records Index Subindex Parameter Ac‐ Byte Val‐ Description cess length   System command Use factory settings   Manufacturer's name   SIEMENS AG SIRIUS 8WD46 electronically configurable signaling columns Configuration Manual, 11/2023, A5E51600296002A/RS-AB/002...
  • Page 93 Planning / configuring 4.3 Planning / configuring – IO-Link variant Index Subindex Parameter Ac‐ Byte Val‐ Description cess length   Manufacturer's text       Product name   Signal light platform   Product ID       Product text   Platform for signal lights  ...

  • Page 94: Control In Autoscale Mode

    Planning / configuring 4.3 Planning / configuring – IO-Link variant 4.3.14 Control in autoscale mode The autoscale mode is the standard operating mode on delivery. In this operating mode, the segments of the electronically configurable signaling columns are automatically divided equally between the number of triggered pins (bits) and status warnings.

  • Page 95: Control In Filling Level Mode

    Planning / configuring 4.3 Planning / configuring – IO-Link variant This mode limits the illuminated surface of the signal within the signal to a certain area. The maximum number of tiers selectable is 3 (for 9 segments) or 5 (for 15 segments). The process data for this operating mode can be found in the following table: Byte Description...

  • Page 96: Control In Individual Mode

    Planning / configuring 4.3 Planning / configuring – IO-Link variant Two options are available for selection: • Segment settings 1 through 15 are accepted • The segment 1 setting is accepted 4.3.17 Control in Individual mode In the Individual mode, each segment is mapped as a separate switching signal. You can individually set and control each segment of the electronically configurable signaling column (9 or 15 segments per column).

  • Page 97: Controlling The Siren Functions

    Planning / configuring 4.3 Planning / configuring – IO-Link variant 4.3.18 Controlling the siren functions Single-byte process data is used for the sirens. Numerical values from 1 to 10 are possible, each corresponding to one of the preset tones. The following table provides an overview of the preset tones: Tone Frequency Description...

  • Page 98: Reset Function

    Planning / configuring 4.3 Planning / configuring – IO-Link variant • Alternate • Sweep tone The following graphic shows the respective effects of the parameters: Example: Tone 8. Tone type Sweep tone Tone 8. Frequency 1 (start) 2300 Tone 8. Frequency 2 (stop) 3600 Tone 8.

  • Page 99: Configuring The Io-Link

    Planning / configuring 4.3 Planning / configuring – IO-Link variant 4.3.20 Configuring the IO-Link 4.3.20.1 Combinations IO‑Link master and IO‑Link device combinations are shown in the following table.   IO-Link device...   ... according to IO‑Link communication ... according to IO‑Link communication specification V1.0 specification V1.1 IO‑Link master...

  • Page 100: Configuring With Step 7 And The S7-Pct Port Configuration Tool

    > "IO‑Link" > "Master". 2. With the Port Configuration Tool S7-PCT, you configure the connected IO‑Link‑Devices. Note The block library for IO-Link (LIOLink) is available as download in the Siemens Industry Online Support (SIOS) via the following link: Library for IO-Link (LIOLink) (https:// support.industry.siemens.com/cs/ww/en/view/82981502)

  • Page 101: Configuring With The S7-Pct Port Configuration Tool (Stand-Alone)

    Planning / configuring 4.3 Planning / configuring – IO-Link variant Configuration Configuring the IO-Link master in HW Config 1. Start the SIMATIC Manager (STEP 7 ) or the TIA Portal and configure the project as described in the STEP 7 online help. 2. Select the IO‑Link master in the hardware catalog of HW Config. 3.

  • Page 102: Block Library For Io-Link (Liolink)

    You can either install S7-PCT together with STEP 7 V5.4 SP5 or higher or STEP 7 TIA Portal V12.0 or higher, or you can download it from the Internet (https:// support.industry.siemens.com/cs/ww/en/view/32469496). • IO‑Link IODD files (IO Device Description) are installed in the S7-PCT hardware catalog. All current IODD files of the SIRIUS devices are available on the Internet (https:// support.industry.siemens.com/cs/ww/en/ps/15851/dl).

  • Page 103: Replacing An Io-Link Device

    IO-Link master via the S7 program (master exchange without engineering tool) Device-specific blocks for simple communication with IO-Link devices The library for IO-Link is available as download in the Siemens Industry Online Support (SIOS) via the following link: Library for IO-Link (LIOLink) (https://support.industry.siemens.com/cs/ww/en/view/82981502)
  • Page 104 • Implement the LIOLink_Device function block in the S7 program. You can download the LIOLink_Device function block and the description from the Internet (https://support.industry.siemens.com/cs/ww/en/view/82981502).   On completion of commissioning, a PG/PC with the project is no longer available. For backing up and restoring the parameter data and configuration data from or to a module, the LIOLink_Device function block is available for the SIMATIC S7 controllers.

  • Page 105: Mounting

    Mounting Configuration prior to installation Note Configuration prior to installation. Conventional 24 V variant: Configuration via the USB-C interface must be performed before installing the signaling column (see Planning / configuring - conventional 24 V variant (Page 28)). IO-Link variant: Configuration via M12 socket with IO-Link master is possible before or after installing the signaling column (see Planning / configuring –...

  • Page 106: Fixing Options

    Mounting 5.2 Fixing options Fixing options The following fixing options can be used for electronically configurable signaling columns: • Floor mounting (see Floor mounting (Page 107)) • Wall mounting (see Wall mounting (Page 111)) • Pipe mounting (see Pipe mounting (Page 114)) Accessories are required for the wall mounting and pipe mounting variants (see Accessories (Page 129)).

  • Page 107: Floor Mounting

    Mounting 5.2 Fixing options 5.2.1 Floor mounting Break out the preset breaking points for the floor and wall mounting options 1. Remove the lower part of the signaling column by turning it counterclockwise. Note Delivery state is unlocked. In the delivery state, the lower and upper parts of the signaling column are not locked. The lower part only has to be unlocked if the signaling column has already been assembled (see Removing the lower section (Page 117)).
  • Page 108 Mounting 5.2 Fixing options Pre-drilling If necessary, prepare the mounting surface by pre-drilling holes. 21,5 min. 18 max. 28 Note Observe space requirements During installation, observe the space requirements for the M12 socket. 1. Place the supplied gasket on the bottom part of the signaling column to achieve IP66/69K protection.
  • Page 109 Mounting 5.2 Fixing options Connection Note Check seating of the O-ring. Make sure that the supplied O-ring (B) is placed on the top of the lower part. 1. Plug the socket of the connection cable into the signaling column connector. 2. Tighten the socket by turning clockwise. Finalize the mounting work 1.
  • Page 110 Mounting 5.2 Fixing options SIRIUS 8WD46 electronically configurable signaling columns Configuration Manual, 11/2023, A5E51600296002A/RS-AB/002...

  • Page 111: Wall Mounting

    Mounting 5.2 Fixing options 5.2.2 Wall mounting Break out the preset breaking points for the floor and wall mounting options 1. Remove the lower part of the signaling column by turning it counterclockwise. Note Delivery state is unlocked. In the delivery state, the lower and upper parts of the signaling column are not locked. The lower part only has to be unlocked if the signaling column has already been assembled (see Removing the lower section (Page 117)).
  • Page 112 Mounting 5.2 Fixing options Pre-drilling If necessary, prepare the mounting surface by pre-drilling holes. Ø ≤ 5 Mounting 1. Use the supplied gaskets to achieve IP66/69K protection. 2. Feed the connecting cable through the bracket for wall mounting. 3. Secure the wall mounting bracket tightly with screws. 4.
  • Page 113 Mounting 5.2 Fixing options Connection Note Check seating of the O-ring. Make sure that the supplied O-ring (B) is placed on the top of the lower part. 1. Plug the socket of the connection cable into the signaling column connector. 2. Tighten the socket by turning clockwise. Finalize the mounting work 1.

  • Page 114: Pipe Mounting

    Mounting 5.2 Fixing options 5.2.3 Pipe mounting Pre-drilling If necessary, prepare the mounting surface by pre-drilling holes. Ø ≤ 5 1. Release the inner ring (A) from the outer ring of the supplied gasket. Inset the smaller gasket (A) into the lower section of the signaling column from below. 2.
  • Page 115 Mounting 5.2 Fixing options 4. Place the supplied seal with 4 holes on the underside of the base. 5. Feed the connecting cable through the base, the pipe, and the lower section of the signaling column. 1,5 Nm ~ 25 mm IP66/69K IP66/69K Connection...
  • Page 116 Mounting 5.2 Fixing options Finalize the mounting work 1. Place the upper part onto the lower part of the signaling column. Make sure that the two parts are positioned correctly. 2. Turn the upper part clockwise to lock it in place. SIRIUS 8WD46 electronically configurable signaling columns Configuration Manual, 11/2023, A5E51600296002A/RS-AB/002...

  • Page 117: Removing The Lower Section

    Mounting 5.2 Fixing options 5.2.4 Removing the lower section Note Delivery state is unlocked. In the delivery state, the lower and upper parts of the signaling column are not locked. The lower part only has to be unlocked if the signaling column has already been assembled. Removing the lower section 1.
  • Page 118 Mounting 5.2 Fixing options SIRIUS 8WD46 electronically configurable signaling columns Configuration Manual, 11/2023, A5E51600296002A/RS-AB/002...

  • Page 119: Connecting

    Connecting Conventional variant 24 V 6.1.1 Electrical connection – conventional 24 V variant In the conventional 24 V variant, the signaling column is connected via an 8‑pin M12 plug. No other wiring is necessary. Pin assignment 8WD4613-5.H37 / 8WD4615-5.H37 manual + OSS licenses I Input ≥...

  • Page 120: Status Led - Conventional 24 V Variant

    Connecting 6.1 Conventional variant 24 V NOTICE The limited voltage/current source must meet the following requirements: • A suitable insulating power supply in conjunction with a fuse conforming to UL248 (JDYX2/8). • The fuse must be rated at a maximum of T 2.5 A and must be installed in the 24 V DC power supply of the device to limit the available current.

  • Page 121: Wiring Example - Conventional 24 V Variant

    Connecting 6.1 Conventional variant 24 V 6.1.3 Wiring example – conventional 24 V variant SIRIUS 8WD46 electronically configurable signaling columns Configuration Manual, 11/2023, A5E51600296002A/RS-AB/002...

  • Page 122: Io-Link Variant

    Connecting 6.2 IO-Link variant IO-Link variant 6.2.1 Electrical connection for IO-Link variant In the IO-Link variant, the signaling column is connected via a 4‑pin M12 plug. No other wiring is necessary. Pin assignment 8WD4613-5.H47 / 8WD4615-5.H47 IODD + manual M12 4 pin/5 pin  ...

  • Page 123: Status Led - Io-Link Variant

    Connecting 6.2 IO-Link variant 6.2.2 Status LED – IO-Link variant The functional status of the signaling column is indicated by a status LED in the nameplate on the underside of the signaling column. LED status Supply voltage Meaning LED flashes red Supply voltage connected No IO-Link communication (500 ms ON / 500 ms OFF)
  • Page 124 Connecting 6.2 IO-Link variant SIRIUS 8WD46 electronically configurable signaling columns Configuration Manual, 11/2023, A5E51600296002A/RS-AB/002...

  • Page 125: Technical Specifications

    Technical specifications Technical data in Siemens Industry Online Support Technical data sheet You can also find the technical data of the product at Siemens Industry Online Support (https:// support.industry.siemens.com/cs/ww/en/ps/). 1. Enter the full article number of the desired device in the "Product" field, and confirm with the Enter key.
  • Page 126 Technical specifications 7.1 Technical data in Siemens Industry Online Support SIRIUS 8WD46 electronically configurable signaling columns Configuration Manual, 11/2023, A5E51600296002A/RS-AB/002...

  • Page 127: Dimension Drawings

    Dimension drawings CAx data You can find the CAx data in the Siemens Industry Online Support (https:// support.industry.siemens.com/cs/ww/en/ps/). 1. Enter the full article number of the desired device in the "Product" field, and confirm with the Enter key. 2. Click the "CAx data link.

  • Page 128: Dimension Drawings

    Dimension drawings 8.2 Dimension drawings Dimension drawings ∅72.5 ∅72.5 ∅72.5 ∅72.5 ∅54 ∅54 ∅54 ∅54 ∅72.5 ∅72.5 ∅72.5 ∅72.5 ∅72.5 ∅72.5 ∅72.5 ∅72.5 ∅54 ∅54 ∅54 ∅54 ∅72.5 ∅72.5 ∅72.5 ∅72.5 SIRIUS 8WD46 electronically configurable signaling columns Configuration Manual, 11/2023, A5E51600296002A/RS-AB/002...

  • Page 129: Accessories

    Accessories Accessories Mounting Article No. Foot with pipe Pipe length 100 mm 8WD4308-0DA • Standard 8WD4618-0DA • Degree of protection IP66/IP69k 8WD4..8-0DA Foot, single 8WD4308-0DB • Plastic, for pipe mounting (pipe length ≤ 400 mm) 8WD4308-0DB • Metal, for pipe mounting (pipe length >400 mm) 8WD4308-0DC 8WD4308-0DC Pipe, single...
  • Page 130 Accessories 9.1 Accessories Cables for conventional signaling columns Article No. USB-C cable   USB-A to USB-C, length 2 m 8WD4618-0FB 8WD4618-0FB Connecting cable     • With M12 socket, 8-pin, straight, open end 3SX5601-2GA03 – Length 3 m 3SX5601-2GA03 3SX5601-2GA05 – Length 5 m 3SX5601-2GA10 –...

  • Page 131: Possible Combinations

    Accessories 9.2 Possible combinations Possible combinations Signaling column with 9 segments Without acoustic signaling: Conventional signaling column 8WD4613-5HH37/ Signaling column for IO-Link 8WD4613-5HH47 With acoustic signaling: Conventional signaling column 8WD4613-5JH37/ Signaling column for IO-Link 8WD4613-5JH47 Signaling column with 15 segments Without acoustic signaling: Conventional signaling column 8WD4615-5HH37/ Signaling column for IO-Link 8WD4615-5HH47 With acoustic signaling:...
  • Page 132 Accessories 9.2 Possible combinations SIRIUS 8WD46 electronically configurable signaling columns Configuration Manual, 11/2023, A5E51600296002A/RS-AB/002...

  • Page 133: Third-Party Software

    Third-party software OSS licenses OSS licenses   Download 8WD4615-5.H37 https://support.industry.siemens.com/cs/ww/en/view/109810657 https://support.industry.siemens.com/cs/ww/en/view/109810657 SIRIUS 8WD46 electronically configurable signaling columns Configuration Manual, 11/2023, A5E51600296002A/RS-AB/002...
  • Page 134 Third-party software A.1 OSS licenses SIRIUS 8WD46 electronically configurable signaling columns Configuration Manual, 11/2023, A5E51600296002A/RS-AB/002...

  • Page 135: Index

    Index electrical connection, 119 Example templates, 33 Factory setting, 31 Filling level mode, 55 Accessories Finalize configuration, 46, 55, 68 Bracket for foot mounting, 129 Individual color, 40, 49, 58, 78 Bracket for wall mounting, 129 Individual mode, 68 Connecting cable, 130 LED, 120 Foot with pipe, 129 Light effect, 41, 50, 61, 79 Foot, single, 129 Mode, 32 Labeling panel, 130...
  • Page 136 Index Filling level mode M12 plug, 8-pin Conventional variant, 55 Conventional variant, 120 IO-Link variant, 95 Mode Finalize configuration Conventional variant, 32 Conventional variant, 46, 55, 68 IO-Link variant, 90 Fixing options Mode: Autoscale Floor mounting, 106 Conventional variant, 37 Pipe mounting, 106 Mounting, 106 Wall mounting, 106 Floor mounting, 106 Foot with pipe, 129 Foot, single, 129 OSS licenses, 133 Important notes, 16...
  • Page 137 Index Socket for foot Accessories, 129 Standard assignment Conventional variant, 43, 53 Standard color Conventional variant, 39, 49, 57, 77 State Individual mode, 72 Status LED Conventional variant, 120 Switch mounting position, 37 System requirements Conventional variant, 28 IO-Link variant, 85 Target group, 8 Third-party software, 133 USB-C port Conventional variant, 120 Wall mounting, 106 SIRIUS 8WD46 electronically configurable signaling columns Configuration Manual, 11/2023, A5E51600296002A/RS-AB/002...
  • Page 138 Index SIRIUS 8WD46 electronically configurable signaling columns Configuration Manual, 11/2023, A5E51600296002A/RS-AB/002...

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