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instructions 1
Description 2
Mounting 3
SINUMERIK
Connection 4
SINUMERIK 840D sl
TCU 30.3
Networking 5
Technical data 7
Safety symbols 9
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Legal information
Warning notice system
This manual contains notices you have to observe in order to ensure your personal safety, as well as to prevent
damage to property. The notices referring to your personal safety are highlighted in the manual by a safety alert
symbol, notices referring only to property damage have no safety alert symbol. These notices shown below are
graded according to the degree of danger.
DANGER
indicates that death or severe personal injury will result if proper precautions are not taken.
WARNING
indicates that death or severe personal injury may result if proper precautions are not taken.
CAUTION
indicates that minor personal injury can result if proper precautions are not taken.
NOTICE
indicates that property damage can result if proper precautions are not taken.
If more than one degree of danger is present, the warning notice representing the highest degree of danger will be
used. A notice warning of injury to persons with a safety alert symbol may also include a warning relating to property
damage.
Qualified Personnel
The product/system described in this documentation may be operated only by personnel qualified for the specific
task in accordance with the relevant documentation, in particular its warning notices and safety instructions. Qualified
personnel are those who, based on their training and experience, are capable of identifying risks and avoiding
potential hazards when working with these products/systems.
Proper use of Siemens products
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. The permissible
ambient conditions must be complied with. The information in the relevant documentation must be observed.
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may be trademarks whose use by third parties for their own purposes could violate the rights of the owner.
Disclaimer of Liability
We have reviewed the contents of this publication to ensure consistency with the hardware and software described.
Since variance cannot be precluded entirely, we cannot guarantee full consistency. However, the information in this
publication is reviewed regularly and any necessary corrections are included in subsequent editions.
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Tables
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Fundamental safety instructions 1
1.1 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.
● Always observe the country-specific safety rules.
Generally, the following six steps apply when establishing safety:
1. Prepare for disconnection. Notify all those who will be affected by the procedure.
2. Isolate the drive system from the power supply and take measures to prevent it being
switched back on again.
3. Wait until the discharge time specified on the warning labels has elapsed.
4. Check that there is no voltage between any of the power connections, and between any of
the power connections and the protective conductor connection.
5. Check whether the existing auxiliary supply circuits are de-energized.
6. Ensure that the motors cannot move.
7. Identify all other dangerous energy sources, e.g. compressed air, hydraulic systems, or
water. Switch the energy sources to a safe state.
8. Check that the correct drive system is completely locked.
After you have completed the work, restore the operational readiness in the inverse sequence.
WARNING
Electric shock due to connection to an unsuitable power supply
When equipment is connected to an unsuitable power supply, exposed components may
carry a hazardous voltage. Contact with hazardous voltage can result in severe injury or death.
● Only use power supplies that provide SELV (Safety Extra Low Voltage) or PELV-
(Protective Extra Low Voltage) output voltages for all connections and terminals of the
electronics modules.
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1.1 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.
● Ensure compliance with the limit values specified in the technical data during transport,
storage and operation.
● Do not use any damaged devices.
WARNING
Electric shock due to unconnected cable shields
Hazardous touch voltages can occur through capacitive cross-coupling due to unconnected
cable shields.
● As a minimum, connect cable shields and the cores of cables that are not used at one end
at the grounded housing potential.
WARNING
Electric shock if there is no ground connection
For missing or incorrectly implemented protective conductor connection for devices with
protection class I, high voltages can be present at open, exposed parts, which when touched,
can result in death or severe injury.
● Ground the device in compliance with the applicable regulations.
WARNING
Spread of fire from built-in devices
In the event of fire outbreak, the enclosures of built-in devices cannot prevent the escape of
fire and smoke. This can result in serious personal injury or property damage.
● Install built-in units in a suitable metal cabinet in such a way that personnel are protected
against fire and smoke, or take other appropriate measures to protect personnel.
● Ensure that smoke can only escape via controlled and monitored paths.
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1.1 General safety instructions
WARNING
Unexpected movement of machines caused by radio devices or mobile phones
When radio devices or mobile phones with a transmission power > 1 W are used in the
immediate vicinity of components, they may cause the equipment to malfunction.
Malfunctions may impair the functional safety of machines and can therefore put people in
danger or lead to property damage.
● If you come closer than around 2 m to such components, switch off any radios or mobile
phones.
● Use the "SIEMENS Industry Online Support app" only on equipment that has already been
switched off.
WARNING
Fire due to inadequate ventilation clearances
Inadequate ventilation clearances can cause overheating of components with subsequent fire
and smoke. This can cause severe injury or even death. This can also result in increased
downtime and reduced service lives for devices/systems.
● Ensure compliance with the specified minimum clearance as ventilation clearance for the
respective component.
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.
● Observe the information in the appropriate product documentation before commissioning.
● Carry out a safety inspection for functions relevant to safety on the entire system, including
all safety-related components.
● Ensure that the safety functions used in your drives and automation tasks are adjusted and
activated through appropriate parameterizing.
● Perform a function test.
● Only put your plant into live operation once you have guaranteed that the functions relevant
to safety are running correctly.
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1.3 Warranty and liability for application examples
Note
Important safety notices for Safety Integrated functions
If you want to use Safety Integrated functions, you must observe the safety notices in the Safety
Integrated manuals.
NOTICE
Equipment damage due to electric fields or electrostatic discharge
Electric fields or electrostatic discharge can cause malfunctions through damaged individual
components, integrated circuits, modules or devices.
● Only pack, store, transport and send electronic components, modules or devices in their
original packaging or in other suitable materials, e.g conductive foam rubber of aluminum
foil.
● Only touch components, modules and devices when you are grounded by one of the
following methods:
– Wearing an ESD wrist strap
– Wearing ESD shoes or ESD grounding straps in ESD areas with conductive flooring
● Only place electronic components, modules or devices on conductive surfaces (table with
ESD surface, conductive ESD foam, ESD packaging, ESD transport container).
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1.4 Industrial security
Note
Industrial security
Siemens provides products and solutions with industrial security functions that support the
secure operation of plants, systems, machines and networks.
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
security concept. Products and solutions from Siemens constitute one element of such a
concept.
Customers are responsible for preventing unauthorized access to their plants, systems,
machines and networks. Such systems, machines and components should only be connected
to an enterprise network or the Internet if and to the extent such a connection is necessary and
only when appropriate security measures (e.g. using firewalls and/or network segmentation)
are in place.
For additional information on industrial security measures that can be implemented, please
visit:
Industrial security (https://www.siemens.com/industrialsecurity)
Siemens’ products and solutions undergo continuous development to make them more secure.
Siemens strongly recommends that product updates are applied as soon as they become
available, and that only 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
to cyber threats.
To stay informed about product updates, subscribe to the Siemens Industrial Security RSS
Feed at:
Industrial security (https://www.siemens.com/industrialsecurity)
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1.4 Industrial security
WARNING
Unsafe operating states resulting from software manipulation
Software manipulations, e.g. viruses, Trojans, or worms, can cause unsafe operating states
in your system that may lead to death, serious injury, and property damage.
● Keep the software up to date.
● Incorporate the automation and drive components into a holistic, state-of-the-art industrial
security concept for the installation or machine.
● Make sure that you include all installed products into the holistic industrial security concept.
● Protect files stored on exchangeable storage media from malicious software by with
suitable protection measures, e.g. virus scanners.
● On completion of commissioning, check all security-related settings.
● Protect the drive against unauthorized changes by activating the "Know-how protection"
converter function.
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1.5 Residual risks of power drive systems
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1.5 Residual risks of power drive systems
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Description 2
2.1 Overview
A Thin Client Unit (TCU) allows the spatial separation of an operator panel (OP)/touch panel
(TP) from the panel control unit (PCU)/numerical control unit (NCU)/SIMATIC IPC for
SINUMERIK (IPC). For this reason, the user interface is copied to one/multiple operator panel
fronts, each with a TCU.
Validity
The description applies to the following TCU:
Features
● Implementation of flat operator panels through the shallow installation depth and low power
loss.
● Color depth: 32 bits
● 640 x 480 to 1280 x 1024 pixels
● Vibration-free mounting of the PCU/IPC in the control cabinet.
● Effective operation of larger machines.
● Signal transmission between PCU/NCU/IPC and operator panel via Industrial Ethernet.
The distance of the components is determined by the maximum distance between two
network nodes / access points (100 m).
● The same operating screen is shown synchronously on all operator panel fronts and can be
operated from all operator panel fronts.
● The operation on an operator panel front connected via TCU has the same access rights as
the operation on an operator panel front connected directly to the PCU.
● Mixed operation of operator panel fronts connected via TCU and an operator panel front
connected directly to the PCU/IPC is possible.
● With restrictions to the interfaces (see Section "Operating the menu for a new TCU or
replacement TCU (Page 63)"), the TCU 30.3 is compatible to the previous models and
therefore mixed operation is possible.
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2.1 Overview
Compatibility
The TCU 30.3 is compatible with the following systems (also as spare part for the TCU, TCU
20.2 and TCU 30.2):
● SINUMERIK 840D sl:
– NCU 7X0.3(B) PN (>= CNC SW 2.7 SP3 HF10)
● Or SIMATIC IPC 427E for SINUMERIK, with PCU basic software
● Or SINUMERIK PCU 50.5 (Windows XP / Windows 7)
● Operator panel fronts:
– OP 010, OP 010C, OP 010S, OP 012, OP015, OP 015A, TP 015A, OP 019
Design
The TCUs are coupled via Ethernet as Thin Clients to the PCU/NCU/IPC in a dedicated
subnetwork (via DHCP server on the PCU/NCU/IPC).
Interfaces:
● 4 x USB 2.0 Hi-Speed to connect the mouse, keyboard and USB flash drive
● Ethernet 10/100/1000 Mbit/s
The transmission rate in Ethernet system networks automatically sets itself to the maximum
possible value. 1000 Mbps can only be achieved with NCU 7x0.3B PN, IPC and PCU 50.5
(if a PCU is required).
Note
The Ethernet interface has so-called Auto MDI-X functionality. If required, the send and
receive lines of the Ethernet cable are crossed in the PHY. If, however, the partner does not
have "Autocrossover", a crossover cable is required.
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2.2 Configurations
2.2 Configurations
Configurations
The following distributed configurations are possible with a TCU 30.3:
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For information about TCU commissioning, see the section titled "Networking".
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2.3 Interfaces
2.3 Interfaces
Overview
WARNING
Warning for areas subject to NEC or CEC:
Safety notice for connectors with Ethernet marking:
A Ethernet or Ethernet segment, with all its associated interconnected equipment, shall be
entirely contained within a single low-voltage power distribution and within a single building.
The Ethernet is considered to be in an "environment A" according IEEE802.3 or "environment
0" according IEC TR 62102, respectively.
Never make direct electrical connection to TNV-circuits (Telephone Network) or WAN (Wide
Area Network).
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2.3 Interfaces
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2.3 Interfaces
The K1, K2, K3 interfaces are suitable only for connecting operator panel fronts OP 010, OP
010S, OP 010C, OP 012, OP 015, OP 015A, TP 015A and OP 019.
Pin assignment
The pin assignments of the interfaces are described in Section "Connect" > "Pin assignment of
the interfaces" (Page 29).
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2.4 Rating plate
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④ Serial number
⑤ Hardware revision level
⑥ Product code
⑦ MAC address
Figure 2-5 Example graphic of a TCU30.3 rating plate
Note
The contents of the individual rating plate fields on the front of the TCU may differ from those
described in this manual (e.g. new product version, approvals and markings not yet issued).
Note
Product code scanning
The product code contains the article number of the device. Scan the product code with the aid
of the Siemens Industry Online Support App to be taken directly to the Internet Webpage for the
product, including all of the technical information and graphical data.
The app is available for iPhone, iPad, Android and Windows Phone.
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2.4 Rating plate
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Mounting 3
3.1 Introduction
Before assembling the two components, the interface cables of the operator panel front (IO/
USB cable K1, K2 display cable and, if necessary, K3) must be inserted into the corresponding
socket of the TCU (visible behind the housing cut-out).
Note
Since some of the interfaces do not have a cable strain relief for the cables to be connected, it
is recommended to secure the cables to the u-shaped lugs on the supporting plate using cable
ties.
WARNING
Electric shock in the event of an individual error when grounding is insufficient
If the device is installed in an environment with hazardous voltages with inadequate
grounding, this may cause an electric shock in the event of an individual error. This can result
in death, serious injury and material damage.
Adequately ground the conductive parts of the panel in accordance with the nationally
applicable regulations. When dimensioning the protective conductor connection, note the fuse
ratings of the electrical circuits with hazardous voltages, which would have an effect in
possible individual error scenarios.
WARNING
Parasitic voltage
If the device is installed with inadequate insulation in an environment with higher/more
hazardous voltages, parasitic voltages may occur. This can result in death, serious injury and
material damage.
Insulate the cables appropriately for the highest voltage coming into consideration.
The safety of a system with an integrated TCU with operator panel front is the responsibility of
the system installer.
Observe all relevant information from this manual regarding the mounting of the chosen
operator panel front.
The mounting at the installation site is performed in accordance with the instructions of the
chosen operator panel front.
3.2 Mounting the TCU on the operator panel front with mounting bracket
This description applies to mounting a TCU on the following operator panel fronts:
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Mounting
3.2 Mounting the TCU on the operator panel front with mounting bracket
① 2 x hinge catches
② 4 x knurled screws for attaching the mounting brackets to the operator panel front
③ 2 x mounting brackets
④ 10 mm clearance
Figure 3-1 Mounted TCU (example with OP 012) in front, side and rear view
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Mounting
3.2 Mounting the TCU on the operator panel front with mounting bracket
NOTICE
Impermissible mounting positions can cause malfunctions
Observe the permissible mounting position: Deviating by up to 5º from the vertical.
Only the shown mounting position is permitted.
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Mounting
3.3 Mounting the TCU on the operator panel front without mounting bracket
3.3 Mounting the TCU on the operator panel front without mounting
bracket
The OP 010S operator panel front and the TCU can be screwed together without any additional
mounting brackets.
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3.3 Mounting the TCU on the operator panel front without mounting bracket
NOTICE
Impermissible mounting positions can cause malfunctions
Observe the permissible mounting position: Deviating by up to 5º from the vertical.
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3.3 Mounting the TCU on the operator panel front without mounting bracket
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Connection 4
4.1 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
I Input
O Output
B Bidirectional (inputs/outputs)
V Power supply
- Ground (reference potential) or N.C. (not connected)
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Connection
4.1 Pin assignment of the interfaces
Note
Correct identification is only guaranteed for USB I/Os that comply to 100% with the USB
specification.
USB sticks
If you want to connect a USB flash drive to the USB interface, you can use a USB flash drive
of any memory size. It must, however, meet the following minimum requirements:
● File system: FAT16 or FAT32
● Partitioning: only in PC partition format (MBR)
USB sticks that deviate from these requirements have not been tested and may not be
recognized by the NCU.
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(left) Off: No data exchange
Note
Connection only on LAN, not on telecommunication networks!
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4.1 Pin assignment of the interfaces
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4.1 Pin assignment of the interfaces
Figure 4-1 Assignment of the direct keys to the vertical softkeys of an operator panel front
Table 4-8 Assignment of connector X70 (MCP, MPP, HAM) / X205 (TCU) / DTM
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Networking 5
5.1 System settings
TCU overview
The Thin Client Unit (TCU) for the distributed configuration permits spatial separation of the
SINUMERIK operator panel front (OP/TP) and the SINUMERIK PCU/SIMATIC IPC or NCU.
With SINUMERIK solution line, the TCU is used to visualize the user interface of the PCU 50,
SIMATIC IPC for SINUMERIK with PCU basic software or NCU.
One TCU can be connected to multiple PCUs/IPCs/NCUs. All TCUs and PCUs/IPCs/NCUs
that are connected to one other via a Gigabit switch form the "system network". The user
interface of a PCU/IPC/NCU is copied to several OPs each with one TCU. This means that all
TCUs display the same screen. Operator actions can only be performed on one TCU at a time.
This TCU then has user authorization. The PCU can also have its own OP connected directly
to it.
The classic operator panel fronts can be used with an IPC 427E if a TCU is available.
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combines the functions of an operator panel with a machine control panel.
The configuration and cabling of the whole system based on a permissible configuration is
described in Section "Network configurations (Page 48)".
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Networking
5.1 System settings
Supplementary conditions
The following supplementary conditions apply for the operation of a TCU:
● In the system network, the number of active thin clients 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
– A maximum of 4 TCUs: PCU/IPC
Any number of TCUs can be operated in the system network.
● CompactFlash Cards cannot be used on the TCU.
● A 16 bit or 32 bit depth of color setting may be selected.
● If a PC keyboard is connected to the TCU, it is not possible to ensure that all special keys,
e.g. multi-media keys, will be transferred to the software of the NCU/PCU/IPC.
● Machine control panels connected via a PROFIBUS network are not supported for
switchover.
● Distributed memory media that are connected to the TCU via USB can be used.
● The TOP Panels must be networked on the basis of the Gigabit standard, e.g. Gigabit switch
or Ethernet cable according to CAT 6 or higher.
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 via the X120 Ethernet socket, for an IPC/PCU, it is via the
"Ethernet 2" or "X2" or "X2 P1" connection. There is no default for all other components with two
Ethernet connections. These components have an internal 2-port switch and may be used to
connect an additional operator component. Thus, in this case, there can be deviations from the
strict star topology.
System network
In the system network, the IP address 192.168.214.xxx with subnet mask 255.255.255.0 is pre-
selected. Here there is precisely one DHCP server with DNS that can run on one NCU or one
PCU/IPC. The server ensures assignment of IP addresses to the Ethernet components in the
system network (DHCP clients) from a specified address band.
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5.1 System settings
The following rules apply for assignment of IP addresses in the system network:
● For all NCUs and/or PCUs/IPCs, the commissioning engineer assigns fixed IP addresses in
the associated address bands, as well as appropriate computer names (host names). All
other operator components are automatically assigned an IP address by the DHCP server.
Its name is generated automatically (for MCP, MPP, HT 8), or is entered at commissioning
(TCU).
● If there are multiple NCUs, IPCs and/or PCUs in the system network, depending on the boot
sequence, the system automatically specifies the DHCP server and automatically ensures
synchronization of all necessary data, so that the next time the system boots any other NCU,
IPC, or PCU could take on the role of DHCP server. However it is better to specify a DHCP
master. This is an NCU, IPC, or PCU in the system network that is available on each system
boot and which regularly takes over the task of the DHCP server and DNS server.
Synchronization of data takes place in any event so that any other NCU, IPC, or PCU can
take over this task, unless you deactivate this option in the DHCP configuration. All non-
master NCUs/IPCs/PCUs wait while the system boots for a preset time for the master to
become available.
Note
In a system network or on a boot server, i.e. on the NCU, IPC, or PCU that accommodates
the active DHCP server, a maximum of 30 operator stations may be operated
simultaneously with the TCU.
A maximum of 10 operator stations with a TCU may connect up simultaneously with the
same HMI application when powering up.
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5.1 System settings
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A TCU executes a boot via the network. The boot server is the computer node from which the
TCU also obtains its IP address.
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5.2 Commissioning TCU
Key assignment
Functions of the keys and softkeys in the "Operator panel service system":
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Ok VSK8 → OK / Confirm
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. The
Return key takes you to the next field (like the "down" key) rather than closing the entire dialog
with OK. There are also Backspace (deletes character to the left) and Delete (deletes character
to the right) keys for editing text and numbers. The F5, F6, Backspace, Delete, and Select keys
(between the cursor keys) can be used to switch between Yes/No fields.
Note
Special function for Touch Panels without additional keys
Letters and numbers in input fields can be edited with HSK5/HSK6, which switch one character
forward or backward. With a touch screen, you can activate all the softkeys and even select
rows in a menu simply by touching them.
For operator panel fronts without keys, a virtual keyboard automatically appears.
Directories
The tcu.ini file is created in the following directories:
NCU:
../siemens/system/etc/tcu.ini
../user/system/etc/tcu.ini
../oem/system/etc/tcu.ini
PCU/IPC (Windows 7 and Windows 10):
C:\ProgramData\Siemens\MotionControl\siemens\System\etc\tcu.ini
C:\ProgramData\Siemens\MotionControl\user\System\etc\tcu.ini
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C:\ProgramData\Siemens\MotionControl\oem\System\etc\tcu.ini
Note
The following entries are evaluated by SINUMERIK Operate:
● VNCServer/VetoMode
● VNCServer/AlarmBoxTimeOut
● VNCServer/FocusTimeout
● VNCServer/AdaptResolution
● VNCServer/MaxActiveTCUs
● VNCViewer/ExternalViewerSecurityPolicy
Restrictions
Restrictions for such external operator control units are:
● Neither MCP and direct keys nor an EKS system can be assigned. This also means that
these devices cannot be activated to be an operator control unit in the system.
● Direct keys cannot be triggered, i.e. the softkeys to the direct keys can be triggered in the
operating software. However, the keys do not appear in the direct key image to the PLC.
● There is no config.ini configuration file, as for a TCU, i.e. a configuration for a TCU is not
possible for such an operator control unit (power-up behavior, displacement, t:m:n);
however, the displacement mechanism on the external operator control units is effective.
● An external operator control unit is never signaled as active operator station in the PLC.
Configuring the external operator control units in the tcu.ini file in section:
[externalTcu]
# EXTERNAL TCU IP-ADDRESSES
# List of accepted TCUs in IP-V4-format (index 1 to maximal 16)
ExternalTcuIP_1=
You can also set the desired screen resolution in the tcu.ini file:
[VNCServer]
Resolution = ...
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Supplementary conditions
The following supplementary conditions apply when operating the TCU:
2 active TCU connected in parallel to NCU 710.3 PN
4 active TCU connected in parallel to NCU 720.3 PN, NCU 730.3 PN
4 active TCUs connected in parallel to PCU/IPC
Displacement rules
You configure the displacement mechanism in SINUMERIK Operate in the "Setup" operating
area > menu forward key > "OPs" softkey for the respective operator panel.
The TCU can assume the following states:
● The TCU is active and has user authorization: This can be identified as the TCU shows the
screen of the operating software and the screen is bright.
● The TCU is active, is in the monitoring mode and has no user authorization: This can be
identified as the TCU shows the screen of the operating software, however, it is darkened
in comparison to the TCU with user authorization.
● The TCU is passive: The TCU shows the selection menu of the possible connections
instead of a screen of the operating software, and the softkey for selection of the last active
connection of the TCU is shown in color.
When powering up, the TCU always always attempts to establish the first connection. The
TCUs from a shadowing group establish their specified connection one after the other as long
as the maximum number of permissible active operator units is not exceeded.
If a TCU encounters the situation that this number is already reached in its power up, then it
attempts to obtain a connection via the displacement mechanism. If it can displace a formerly
active operator unit then it takes on the active status itself, otherwise it transitions to passive
status immediately after booting.
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.
The rejected user authorization request causes a message to be output in the dialog line of the
HMI, in the form of a feedback message for the requester. The message disappears after five
seconds.
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Configuration
The TCU index is configured on the PCU/IPC in the same way as a machine control panel
address (MCP address). The TCU index is set in the "OP Properties" dialog of the "System
Network Center" program.
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."
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While this message is displayed, operations on the OP with the user authorization can still be
carried out unaffected.
Note
Active switching of an OP to another PCU/IPC is possible
The switchover disable only relates to changing the user authorization on the OPs in a
shadowing group on a PCU/IPC.
This means that active switching away from one OP to another PCU/IPC is not prevented.
Special features
The following special cases should be noted:
● Even if switchover disable is set, the TCU_INDEX field value may change in the PLC. This
is the case under the following circumstances:
– If the OP in possession of the user authorization is actively switched to another PCU/IPC.
Depending on whether another TCU takes over the user authorization or whether no
TCU is currently active, the index of the TCU or the PCU/IPC itself (if its directly
connected OP becomes active) is entered, in exactly the same way as when there is a
switchover of user authorization.
This can also be the value 255, if no TCU index is available for the OP. 0 is entered if an
OP is no longer available in the shadow group.
– If an m:n switchover is in progress. The HMI program of the incoming PCU/IPC
deactivates the HMI program which is active on it. Therefore, an OP from the shadow
group of the new (incoming) PCU/IPC must receive the user authorization. The TCU
index of this OP is entered in the TCU_INDEX field.
– If a PCU/IPC is disconnected from an NCK/PLC in the context of m:n. No HMI program
and, therefore, no OP with user authorization is then available on the exited NCK/PLC.
This is signaled independently of a switchover disable by entering the value 0 into the
TCU_INDEX field.
● If a TCU is actively switched over to another PCU/IPC, it can be deactivated there, i.e. it
does not receive user authorization if a switchover disable is set for the destination PCU/IPC.
● With an m:n PCU/IPC switchover – the PCU/IPC is switched to another NCK and, therefore,
to another PLC – the PCU/IPC accepts the switchover disable settings of that PLC.
● The m:n interlock options on the PLC side have priority over the TCU switchover disable, so
that a set TCU switchover disable cannot prevent an m:n switchover. If necessary, the m:n
interference options should be synchronized here with those for the TCU in the PLC. It may,
for example, be practical to set or remove the m:n displacement disable simultaneously with
the TCU switchover disable.
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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/IPC. You can use the operating software on the OP or TCU in
the same way as on an OP connected directly to the PCU/IPC.
5.2.5 Example: How to select the behavior of the TCUs during boot up
In this case, PCU_2/IPC_2 serves as the DHCP server which provides the IP addresses for the
connected TCUs. PCU_3/IPC_3 is not involved in booting the TCUs, it is however displayed by
the TCUs using VNC.
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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 up.
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.
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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.
The TCU is connected to the NCU via a crossed Ethernet cable.
The direct connection of the NCU via X120 to the TCU automatically establishes a simple
system network consisting of two computer nodes.
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The TCU is directly connected to the NCU via 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. NCU and TCU are suitably preconfigured with IP addresses. The IP addresses used here
are not significant for further operation.
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In this configuration, a switch is also required for the system network. All components are
connected using straight Ethernet cables.
On X120, the NCU occupies the fixed IP address 192.168.214.1 in its capacity as a DHCP
server (not used in this configuration). For this configuration on Eth 2, the PCU/IPC is assigned
a static IP address in the range 192.168.214.241 – 192.168.214.249 with a subnet mask
255.255.255.0 . The DHCP server of the NCU supplies the TCU with an IP address and serves
as a boot server for the TCU.
The observations made for configuration 2 apply here with regard to the connection to the
company network. The connection to a switch on the company network is made via a patch
cable for Ethernet.
To connect one TCU to both HMI systems you must create an additional connection to the NCU
for the TCU.
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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.
On X127, the NCU occupies the fixed IP address 192.168.215.1 with the subnet mask
255.255.255.224.
At X127, IP addresses from 192.168.215.2 onwards are assigned via DHCP; e.g. to connect a
programming device. This is the reason that a fixed IP address must not be set at the
programming device.
Requirements
In order to use a TCU to get visual access to a computer from a SINUMERIK system via VNC,
the following requirements apply:
● The VNC connections should be configured in the HMI.
● The boot server (active DHCP server) in the system network must be an NCU.
● This NCU must be integrated via X130 or X120, i.e. in the network that contains the
computer to be monitored.
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● The computer to be monitored must be configured in the config.ini configuration file of the
TCU according to the general configuration for a TCU in a separate host section as a
switchover target for this TCU.
Where necessary, a password has to be specified in the configuration, if the VNC server
requires one on the target system (see below).
● To ensure that the TCU recognizes the new switchover target, the TCU requires a restart
and reboot.
● The screen resolution of the observed computer must be adjusted to the characteristics of
the TCU. Otherwise the TCU scales the image it receives to match the display area
available to the TCU, which impairs the quality of the display on the TCU.
Configuration
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Configuration
The config.ini file is located in the following directory:
NCU:
/user/common/tcu/<TCU name>/common/tcu
PCU/IPC (Windows 7 and Windows 10):
C:\ProgramData\Siemens\MotionControl\user\common\tcu\<TCU name>
\common\tcu
The config.ini file must be stored on the boot server (active DHCP).
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Example:
[Station]
maxhostindex=2 /* Number of nodes that are defined under
[host_1] and [host_2].
mcpIndex=192
tcuIndex=1
eksIndex=0
[host_1]
Address=192.168.214.1 /* Address of the NCU to which the
connection is established during booting.
[host_2]
Address=157.163.230.202 /* Address of the PC
password=123456 /* Password of the VNC server on the PC
With the menu back key + MENU SELECT, the following actions are triggered:
● The TCU name is displayed in the header of the displayed window, e.g. TCU1.
● A selection list for connecting to the other nodes is displayed on the TCU.
"Main menu"
The "Main menu (TCU1)" dialog is started with the menu back key and the <MENU SELECT>
key:
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"Details" softkey
The following connection data for the selected device appears when the "Details" softkey is
pressed:
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These details are followed by a status message regarding the accessibility of the VNC server.
● "Connection not ok" appears if it is already impossible to access the server from the IP side
(if switched off, for example).
● "HMI running/ not running", if an HMI VNC server is accessible.
The VSK8, Return or right cursor keys can be used to launch a VNC viewer for the selected
server.
Connection status:
Further details on the connection status can be called with the "Details" softkey. In the next
dialog, "not ok" or "not running" are accompanied by an additional error message with more
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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 specifications change spontaneously if a change is made on the relevant
server, e.g. it may be switched off, the HMI may become available, etc.
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● "Show local logfile" shows a filtered version of the system log file in the /var/log/
messages directory, which contains only the messages of the local TCUs.
Syslog messages received via the network are not displayed.
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● "Show logfile of remote devices" shows the log file 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, ...
● "Modify operator panel settings" opens another submenu, see next section.
● Calibrate touch screen" is only active if there is a touch screen. This menu item recalibrates
an available touch screen.
● "Reboot" initiates a restart of the TCU.
Note
Long lines are broken and wrapped around.
Lines that are longer than the space available wrap round onto the next line so that you do not
have to scroll horizontally. When this occurs, the line has a right-facing arrow at its right edge.
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The following TCU parameters are set here during the first commissioning:
● "HT 8 individual mode" (yes/no)
This is only visible with HT 8, and is used to switch between Auto Mode and Individual Mode.
You do not have to make settings for an HT 8 in Auto Mode because the name is generated
automatically: ("DIP<n>") MCP address and TCU index are derived from the DIP setting
("DIP<n>").
● "Operator panel index - TCU" (0-255)
Defines the TCU index; see column "TCU" on the user interface.
● "Machine control panel address - MCP" (0-255)
Specifies the address of the associated MCP; see column "MCP" on the user interface.
● "Electronic key system index - EKS" (0-255)
Specifies the index of the associated EKS; see column "EKS" on the user interface.
● "Enable direct keys" (yes/no)
Specifies whether direct keys are registered with the PLC (yes) or are treated as ordinary
keys (no); see column "DCK" on the user interface.
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If all TCUs are active, the new TCU cannot be a spare part. The system will then automatically
switch to the name assignment phase after a set period of time has elapsed.
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If a TCU30.3 is to be operated with a software version < 4.7 SP2, the TCU is operated in
compatibility mode. If required, you can view and change the emulation type in the settings.
Replacing a device
If "Replacement" is selected, all the registered TCUs will appear in a selection menu. Those
which are active in the network are grayed out. They are functioning and should not be replaced
by a spare part. The cursor automatically defaults to the first line for selection.
As the accessibility test is still running in the background, the active status of the lines may
change if panels are switched on or off.
If a name is ultimately chosen, it will be applied to the new TCU along with the associated saved
settings.
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With the TCU30.3, after selecting the TCU to be replaced, a further dialog to select the
emulation type can be displayed in compatibility mode:
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If a static.ini of the TCU to be replaced (as of SW4.5) is found on the server, then the type of the
old TCU is preselected based on the HW ID found there. If this is not the case, the TCU20.2 type
is selected.
The following TCU types can be emulated:
● TCU
● TCU 20.2
● TCU 30.2
Note that if an older TCU is to be replaced by a TCU30.3, some interfaces cannot be used when
the HMI version is older than V4.7. The following interfaces are affected:
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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.
An available TCU name is suggested in the input field, although the user is able to change this.
The default name is "TCU<N>", where <N> is the lowest number yet to be used. If, however,
the name is already allocated after the OK softkey has been pressed, which may happen if a
number of TCUs log on at the same time, and the suggestion has not changed, a new and
unused name will be specified.
If the name selected was still available, this will now be allocated, and the TCU settings can still
be adapted if required. To enable any changes to be made, a new dialog appears in which all
the parameters have been pre-assigned their default values. You can make any changes you
like or just select "OK" to accept the existing values.
Requirement
The boot server (NCU or PCU 50/IPC) defined in the system network as a DHCP master must
be switched on and available in the network.
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The following message will then appear: "New TCU 'DIP10' registered."
Note
TCU index for the HT 8
The TCU index is used to evaluate the direct keys. Direct keys can only be activated by
appropriate devices. For an HT 8 the TCU index cannot be set, but is assigned by the
system.
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2. Select the name previously assigned to the defective TCU. As a result, the new TCU is
recognized on the network and acquires all of the configuration settings from the TCU that
has been replaced.
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You can see the current boot phase below the progress bar. If a fault occurs, you can call further
information by touching the "F1" field.
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Cleaning the device
The TCU is designed for low-maintenance operation.
Preparation
Note
Clean the TCU only when it is switched off.
For cleaning, use a soft cloth moistened either with water or a mild cleaning agent. Use only
dish soap as cleaning agent.
Procedure
Do not spray the cleaning agent directly on the TCU, but rather on a cleaning cloth. Never use
caustic solvents or abrasive cleaners.
Note
Do not clean the TCU using compressed air or steam jets because they can damage it.
Suspected malfunction
If you suspect a malfunction due to unusual feedback messages, immediately isolate the
device from power and inform qualified personnel to check for proper functioning.
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Repair
Send the TCU back to the manufacturer for repair. The TCU may be repaired only there.
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7.1 Technical data
Safety
Safety class I
Degree of protection accord‐ IP00 (open equipment) 2)
ing to EN 60529 1) IP20 (mounted, end application minimum requirement)
Approvals CE / cULus
Flame resistance UL 94 V-1 3)
Electrical data
Overvoltage category Secondary circuit supplied from primary circuits up to Cat. II,
300 VAC 4)
Power supply 5) 24 VDC (20.4 V ... 28.8 V)
Current consumption Typically approx. 0.2 A 6)
Maximum approx. 2.9 A
Power consumption, max. 10.5 W 7) / 60 W 8)
Mechanical data (without packaging)
Dimensions Width: 260 mm Height: 265 mm Depth: 34 mm
Weight 1.6 kg
Tightening torques, max. M3: 0.8 Nm standard
M4: 1.7 Nm
M5: 3 Nm standard
Mechan. stability According to UL 61010 3)
1) The system installer ensures the system is sealed properly according to IP20, IP classification has not
been checked by UL, UL TYPE 1.
2) Open equipment according to UL 61010.
3) The customer must ensure that the product, with the rear cover to be attached by the customer, meets
the requirements for flame resistance of the material according to UL 94 V-1 and the mechan. stability /
fire protection requirements / touch protection according to UL 61010.
4) If power supply units with primary-side supplies up to 600 VAC (line-to-neutral voltage) have to be
deployed, the transient voltages on the primary side of the power supply unit must be limited to 4000 V.
5) Connect the device only to a 24 VDC power supply that is compliant with protective extra-low voltage
(PELV) requirements according to UL 61010.
6) Without connection of a panel.
7) Only TCU.
8) TCU with OP 019 and 2 x 0.5 A / 4 x 0.1 A on USB.
Note
The 24 VDC power source must be adapted to the input data of the device (see "Electrical
data").
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WARNING
Electric shock due to connection of an unsuitable power supply
When equipment is connected to an unsuitable power supply and/or insufficiently grounded
(Page 23), exposed components may carry a hazardous voltage that might result in serious
injury or death.
● Only use power supplies that provide SELV (Safety Extra Low Voltage) or PELV
(Protective Extra Low Voltage) output voltages acc. to UL 61010 for all connections and
terminals of the electronics modules.
WARNING
Inadequately fused supply cables can be life-threatening
In the case of supply lines >30 m, protectors must be installed at the device input to protect
against lightning (surge).
The DC power supply must be connected to the ground/shield of the NC for EMC and/or
functional reasons. For EMC reasons, this connection should only be made at one point. As
a rule, the connection is provided as standard in the S7-300 I/Os. In exceptional
circumstances when this is not the case, the ground connection should be made on the
grounding rail of the NC cabinet (also refer to /EMC/EMC Installation Guide.)
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Components
The SINUMERIK 840D sl system consists of a number of individual components which have
been designed so that the system complies with the appropriate EMC and safety standards.
The individual system components are:
● Numerical Control Unit (NCU)
● Machine Control Panel (MCP), Machine Pushbutton Panel (MPP)
● Keyboard
● Operator panels (operator panel front + TCU/PCU)
● Distributor box and handheld unit
● S7-300 I/O with IM 153 interface module
Grounding measures
The individual modules are attached to a metal cabinet panel. Insulating paints on the mounting
points (e.g. tension jacks) must be removed.
It is permissible to cluster the operator control components regarding connection/potential
bonding.
Example: The control panel on the swivel arm.
It is sufficient in this instance to connect the ground connections of, for example, the PCU, TCU,
and operator panel front using a cable and to route a shared grounding conductor to the central
ground connection in the control cabinet.
Please note that interruption of the grounding during maintenance work is not permissible.
Additional references
EMC Design Guidelines
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Cable definition
Definition:
● Signal cables (example)
– Data cables (Ethernet, PROFIBUS, sensor cables, etc.)
– Digital I/Os
– Cables for safety functions (emergency stop, enabling)
● Power cables (example)
– Low-voltage supply lines (230 VAC, +24 VDC, etc.)
– Motor cables
7.2.4 SINUMERIK_SouthKorea_Note
The EMC limit values to be complied with for South Korea correspond to the limit values of the
EMC product standard for variable-speed electric drives EN 61800-3, Category C2, or limit
value class A, Group 1 according to EN 55011. By applying suitable supplementary measures,
the limit values according to Category C2 or according to limit value class A, Group 1, are
maintained. Further, additional measures may be required, for instance, using an additional
radio interference suppression filter (EMC filter).
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The measures for EMC-compliant design of the system are described in detail in this manual
respectively in the Installation Guideline EMC.
Please note that the final statement on compliance with the standard is given by the respective
label attached to the individual unit.
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Note
Remove the transport protective foil and packaging material before installing the components.
NOTICE
Damage to components by coolants and lubricants
The SINUMERIK operator components have been designed for industrial use, particularly on
machine tools and production machines. This also takes into account the use of commercially
available coolants and lubricants. The use of aggressive compounds and additives can
damage components and result in their failure.
Contact between the operator components and coolants and lubricants should be avoided as
far as possible, as resistance to all coolants and lubricants cannot be guaranteed.
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Note
The user must consider radio interference for the complete system. Particular attention should
be paid to cabling. Please contact your sales representative for assistance and support.
Note
In a residential environment, this product can cause high-frequency interference, which may
make interference suppression measures necessary.
Have the installation and commissioning with appropriate radio interference suppression
measures performed by qualified personnel.
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7.5 Recycling and disposal
Approvals
CE approval
The operator panels and the safety-relevant accessories satisfy the requirements and
protection objectives of the following EC directives. The operator panels and the safety-
relevant accessories comply with the harmonized European standards (EN), promulgated in
the Official Journals of the European Community:
● 2004/108/EC "Electromagnetic Compatibility" (EMC directive)
● Directive 2006/42/EC of the European Parliament and Council of May 17, 2006, on
machinery, and Directive 95/16/EC (amendment)
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8.1 Accessories
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8.2 Handling membrane connectors
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Icon Explanation
The equipment is only suitable for direct current. Used for marking cor‐
responding terminals.
Direct current
For marking the connection for an external protective conductor for pro‐
tecting against electrical shock in the event of an error or for a connect‐
ing terminal of the external protective conductor.
Protective conductor connec‐
tion
For marking the ground connection.
Ground
The documentation must be consulted in any scenario where the sym‐
bol is affixed in order to find out the type of potential hazard and the
actions required to avoid the risk.
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B H
Boot server, 51 HT 8 rotary coding switch, 70
C M
Care, 75 Maintenance, 75
Cleaning agent, 75 Membrane connectors
CompactFlash Card, 36 Connection conditions, 85
Company network, 37 Messages during TCU booting, 72
Configurations Mounting bracket
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Connecting a PG, 52
Connection conditions
EMC measures, 78 N
End user interface, 78
Network topology, 48
Membrane connectors, 85
Protective separation, 78
P
D Potential equalization, 79
Protective separation
DCK (Direct Control Keys), 70
Connection conditions, 78
DHCP client, 39
DHCP server, 39
Thin Client Unit, 16
Direct keys, 70
S
DNS (Domain Name System), 38 Scope of maintenance, 75
Signal cables, 79
SINUMERIK DHCP client, 39
E SINUMERIK DHCP server, 40
Star structure, 36
EMC measures, 80
Starting up the system, 38
Connection conditions, 78
Switchover disable, 44
End user interface
System network, 36
Connection conditions, 78
Configuring, 68
Ethernet cable
Thin Client Unit, 85
Ethernet connection, 48
Ethernet interface, 48
T
Ethernet, Industrial TCU
Thin Client Unit, 15 Assign index, 45
Assign name, 68
Booting messages, 72
F Main menu, 54
Settings, 68
Factory default settings, 39
Supplementary conditions, 36
Faults when booting, 73
Thin Client Unit, 35
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TCU diagnostics, 72
Thin Client Unit
DHCP server, 16
Dimensions, 77
Ethernet cable, 85
Ethernet, Industrial, 15
Mounting bracket, 24, 85
U
User authorization, 35, 46
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