Panasonic FP-I4C User Manual

Programmable Controller

User's Manual

FP-Industry 4.0 Communicator

(FP-I4C)

ACGM0162V3EN

2021.01 industry.panasonic.eu

Before beginning

Before beginning

Liability and copyright

This manual and everything described in it are copyrighted. You may not copy this manual, in whole or part, without written consent of Panasonic Electric Works Europe AG (PEWEU).

PEWEU pursues a policy of continuous improvement of the design and performance of its products. Therefore, we reserve the right to change the manual/product without notice. In no event will PEWEU be liable for direct, special, incidental, or consequential damage resulting from any defect in the product or its documentation, even if advised of the possibility of such damages.

We invite your comments on this manual. Please e-mail us at:

techdoc.peweu@eu.panasonic.com.

Please direct support matters and technical questions to your local Panasonic representative.

Limited warranty

If physical defects caused by distribution are found, PEWEU will replace/repair the product free of charge. Exceptions include:

When physical defects are due to different usage/treatment of the product other than described in the manual.

When physical defects are due to defective equipment other than the distributed product.

When physical defects are due to modifications/repairs by someone other than PEWEU.

When physical defects are due to natural disasters.

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Software legal notices

Software legal notices

This product incorporates the following software:

(1)The software developed independently by or for Panasonic Electric Works Europe AG,

(2)the software owned by third party and licensed to Panasonic Electric Works Europe AG,

(3)the software licensed under the GNU General Public License, Version 2.0 (GPL V2.0),

(4)the software licensed under the GNU LESSER General Public License, Version 2.1 (LGPL V2.1), and/or

(5)open source software other than the software licensed under the GPL V2.0 and/or LGPL V2.1.

The software categorized as (3) - (5) are distributed in the hope that it will be useful, but WITHOUT ANY WARRANTY, without even the implied warranty of MERCHANTABILITY or FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE.

Please refer to the detailed terms and conditions thereof shown in the device settings menu.

At least three (3) years from delivery of this product, Panasonic will give to any third party who contacts us at the contact information provided below, for a charge no more than our cost of physically performing source code distribution, a complete machine-readable copy of the corresponding source code covered under GPL V2.0, LGPL V2.1 or the other licenses with the obligation to do so, as well as the respective copyright notice thereof.

Contact information: plc.peweu@eu.panasonic.com

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Important symbols

Important symbols

One or more of the following symbols may be used in this documentation.

The following symbols are used to indicate the type of hazard.

Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.

Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.

Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in minor or moderate injury.

Indicates a property damage message.

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Safety precautions

Safety precautions

Observe the following notices to ensure personal safety or to prevent accidents. To ensure that you use this product correctly, read this User’s Manual thoroughly before use. Make sure that you fully understand the product and information on safety.

Always take precautions to ensure the overall safety of your system, so that the whole system remains safe in the event of failure of this product or other external factor.

Do not use this product in areas with inflammable gas. It could lead to an explosion.

Exposing this product to excessive heat or open flames could cause damage to electronic parts.

To prevent abnormal exothermic heat or smoke generation, do not use this product continuously at the maximum performance values listed in the specifications.

Do not disassemble or modify the product. It could lead to abnormal exothermic heat or smoke generation.

Do not touch the terminals while the electricity is turned on. It could lead to an electric shock.

Use external devices to ensure safety related functions such as the emergency stop and interlock circuit.

Connect the wires and connectors securely. A loose connection might pose an electrical hazard, which could result in a short-circuit, exothermic heat or smoke generation.

Do not allow foreign matter such as liquid, flammable materials, metals to enter the product. It could cause excessive exothermic heat or smoke generation.

Do not undertake construction (such as connection and disconnection) while the power supply is on. It could lead to an electric shock.

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Network security

Network security

Implementing measures to protect your network is crucial to keep your network and its traffic secured.

As you will use this product connected to a network, your attention is called to the following security risks.

Leakage or theft of information through this product

Use of this product for illegal operations by persons with malicious intent

Interference with or stoppage of this unit by persons with malicious intent

It is your responsibility to take precautions such as those described below to protect yourself against the above network security risks.

If this product is connected to a network that includes PCs, make sure that the system is not infected by computer viruses or other malicious entities (using a regularly updated antivirus program, anti-spyware program, etc.).

Use this product in an environment that has LAN, VPN (virtual private network) or leased line network.

Use this product in an environment where only limited people concerned can enter.

Use this product and connected devices such as a PC and tablet securing safety.

Do not install this product in locations where the product or the cables can be destroyed or damaged by persons with malicious intent.

Note that incorrect setting of the connection to the existing LAN might cause malfunction in the devices on the network. Consult your network administrator before connecting.

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Table of contents

Table of contents

Before beginning..........................................................................................................................

2

Software legal notices.................................................................................................................

3

Important symbols.......................................................................................................................

4

Safety precautions.......................................................................................................................

5

Network security...........................................................................................................................

6

1 Product overview........................................................................................................................

9

1.1

Product package...............................................................................................................................

9

1.2

System requirements........................................................................................................................

9

1.3

Features............................................................................................................................................

9

1.4

Part names......................................................................................................................................

11

1.5

Status LEDs....................................................................................................................................

12

1.6

Reset tact switch............................................................................................................................

13

1.7

Devices supported by USB host ports...........................................................................................

13

1.8

Specifications..................................................................................................................................

14

1.9

Dimensions......................................................................................................................................

15

2 Installation.................................................................................................................................

16

2.1

General installation procedure........................................................................................................

16

2.2

Installation environment..................................................................................................................

17

2.3

Installation space............................................................................................................................

18

2.4

Attach the unit to a DIN rail...........................................................................................................

18

2.5

Remove the unit from a DIN rail....................................................................................................

19

2.6

Install the unit on a slim type mounting plate................................................................................

19

2.7

Install the unit on a flat type mounting plate..................................................................................

20

2.8

Add FP0/FP0R expansion units to the FP-I4C unit.......................................................................

21

3 Wiring.........................................................................................................................................

23

3.1

Connection to PLC TOOL port using cable AIGT8192..................................................................

23

3.2

Connection to PLC COM port........................................................................................................

23

3.3

RS485 connection to Eco-POWER METER..................................................................................

24

3.4

Wire the power supply....................................................................................................................

25

4 Getting started..........................................................................................................................

26

4.1

Overview.........................................................................................................................................

26

4.2

Getting connected to the FP-I4C unit.............................................................................................

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4.3

Connect the FP-I4C unit directly to a PC.......................................................................................

27

4.4

Connect the FP-I4C unit to a PC via DHCP server.......................................................................

28

4.5

Change the default user names and passwords............................................................................

29

4.6

User rights.......................................................................................................................................

30

5 Example: Data logging from different devices......................................................................

32

5.1

Functional overview........................................................................................................................

32

5.2

Connect the devices.......................................................................................................................

32

5.3

Make FP-I4C communication settings............................................................................................

34

5.4

Make PLC communication settings................................................................................................

35

5.5

Configure data logging for FP0R....................................................................................................

35

5.6

Configure data logging for KW2M..................................................................................................

36

5.7

Configure data logging for KW9M..................................................................................................

37

5.8

Import variables from CSV files......................................................................................................

39

5.9

List and download log files.............................................................................................................

40

6 Example: HTTP connection to a cloud server......................................................................

41

6.1

Functional overview........................................................................................................................

41

6.2

Connect the devices.......................................................................................................................

41

6.3

Make FP-I4C communication settings............................................................................................

42

6.4 Configure the HTTP client and download the sample files............................................................

43

6.5

Set up the programming examples................................................................................................

44

6.6

Get weather data from a cloud server...........................................................................................

44

6.7

Forward weather data to a dashboard...........................................................................................

45

6.8

Minimize security risks....................................................................................................................

46

7 Example: Web-based data visualization................................................................................

47

7.1

Functional overview........................................................................................................................

47

7.2

Connect the devices.......................................................................................................................

47

7.3

Make FP-I4C communication settings............................................................................................

48

7.4

Make PLC communication settings................................................................................................

49

7.5

Configure the PLC connections......................................................................................................

50

7.6

Create tags for PLC variables........................................................................................................

51

7.7

Create a simple HTML page..........................................................................................................

52

7.8

Import variables in HMWIN Studio.................................................................................................

53

8 Record of changes...................................................................................................................

54

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1 Product overview

1 Product overview

1.1Product package

The FP-I4C product package contains the following items.

1 x FP-Industry 4.0 Communicator (FP-I4C unit) Product number: AFP4C

1 x 24V DC power supply cable Product number: AFPG805

1 x leaflet providing installation instructions

1 x 16-pin spring force plug (Phoenix Contact Co. MC0.5/8-ST-2,5)

1.2System requirements

To configure your applications and to access FP series PLCs via Ethernet, you only need a standard browser. For HMWIN Studio, your PC must meet some basic requirements.

Supported browsers:

Microsoft Edge

Mozilla Firefox

Google Chrome

Safari

Opera

HMWIN Studio has the following system requirements:

Microsoft Windows® 7, Windows® 8.x or Windows® 10

Hard disk with at least 500MB free disk space, 512MB RAM, Ethernet connection

HMWIN Studio can be downloaded free of charge from the Panasonic Download Center.

1.3Features

The FP-I4C unit works as an interface between a LAN or a WAN network (Internet/Intranet) and all PLCs of the FP series.

The FP-I4C unit comes in a compact housing with multiple interfaces and offers various services for data exchange.

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RS232C/Ethernet interface:

RS232C interface and a switchable RS232C/RS485 interface for PLC connections

2 Ethernet 10BASE-T/100BASE-T interfaces for network connections

RS232C to Ethernet redirection

Programming and visualization tools access via Ethernet

Optional password protection and IP lock security

Other interfaces:

2 USB 2.0 host ports

2 digital function inputs

Web server:

Representation of PLC data in individually created HTML5 pages

Access via standard Internet browsers

Password protection

Modbus RTU/TCP:

Modbus RTU master/slave functionality

Modbus-TCP client/server functionality

Modbus RTU/TCP gateway

MEWTOCOL/Modbus gateway Data logger:

Logging of PLC data and storage of logged data in the internal memory or transmission via FTP

Secure data transmission and authentication:

Communication via OpenVPN to ensure encrypted and secure data transmission and authentication

MQTT:

Communication in the Internet of Things (IoT) SQL:

Connection to databases

HTTP client:

Communication with cloud services REST API:

Reading and writing PLC data using HTTP requests (GET, POST) IEC60870 protocol:

IEC60870-5-104 standard telecontrol communication protocol via Ethernet

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1.4Part names

The FP-I4C unit is equipped with multiple communication interfaces, status LEDs, function inputs, a reset tact switch, and an expansion connector.

(1)

(3)

(8)

(10)

(2)

(4)

(5)

(6)

(7)

(9)

(1)Reset tact switch

(2)Status LEDs

(3)ETH0, ETH1, Ethernet connectors

(4)USB1, USB 2.0 host port (500mA)

(5)USB2, USB 2.0 host port (100mA)

(6)COM1 RS232 (non-insulated)

(7)F1, F2, function inputs (pull-up design)

(8)COM2 RS232/RS485 (insulated, switchable)

(9)24V DC power supply connector

(10)Expansion connector for FP0/FP0R expansion units (16 pins)

Related topics

Reset tact switch (page 13)

Wire the power supply (page 25)

Status LEDs (page 12)

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1.5Status LEDs

The LEDs on the FP-I4C unit display the operation and communication status.

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(2)

(3)

(4)

(5)

(6)

(7)

(1)PWR

(2)CON

(3)USR

(4)MEM

(5)USB 1, USB 2

(6)TX1

(7)TX2

LED

Color

LED status

Description

 

 

 

 

PWR

Green

On

Power supply is on and self-test is

 

 

 

completed.

 

 

 

 

CON

Yellow

User-defined

User-defined, controlled by script function

 

 

 

 

USR

Yellow

User-defined

User-defined, controlled by script function

 

 

 

 

 

 

Flashes

A system reset initiated by the reset tact

 

 

(heartbeat 1/s)

switch is active.

 

 

 

 

MEM

Orange

On

Data is written to the USB flash drive.

 

 

 

 

USB 1

Green

On

A device is connected to USB port 1.

 

 

 

 

USB 2

Green

On

A device is connected to USB port 2.

 

 

 

 

TX1

Green

Flashes

Communication via COM1 (RS232) is

 

 

(rate depending on data

active.

 

 

traffic)

 

 

 

 

 

TX2

Green

Flashes

Communication via COM2 (RS232/

 

 

(rate depending on data

RS485) is active.

 

 

traffic)

 

 

 

 

 

Related topics

Reset tact switch (page 13)

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1.6Reset tact switch

A small tact switch within the housing on the top side can be used to restart or to reset the FP-I4C unit.

To restart or to reset the unit, use a paperclip or similar and press the tact switch 3 times within 3s. The yellow USR LED starts flashing (heartbeat 1/s).

To restart the unit, press the tact switch again for 3 to 6s.

To reset the unit to the factory settings, press the tact switch again for at least 6s. The unit will be restarted and all user data are removed.

1.7Devices supported by USB host ports

The USB host ports support the FP series PLCs and GT series HMIs listed in the following targeted peripheral list.

Commercial USB flash drives and hard disks (max. 500mA on upper USB connector) can also be connected.

Panasonic GT USB driver ver. 1.0

Model: GT series, manufacturer: Panasonic Electric Works, Ltd., vendor ID: 0x0986, product ID: 0x0310

Panasonic FP series USB driver

Model: PLC FP0H, FP7, FP0R, manufacturer: Panasonic Electric Works, Ltd., vendor ID: 0x0986, product ID: 0x0320

Panasonic Eco-POWER METER

Model: Eco-POWER METER, manufacturer: Panasonic Electric Works, Ltd., vendor ID: 0x04da, product ID: 0x4201

Panasonic FP-X series USB driver

Model: CP210x UART Bridge, e.g. FP-X, manufacturer: Cygnal Integrated Products, vendor ID: 0x10C4, product ID: 0xEA60

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1.8Specifications

The FP-I4C unit has the following characteristics and technical specifications.

Item

Description

 

 

Product number

AFP4C

 

 

Rated input voltage

24V DC, use the power supply cable (AFPG805) supplied with the unit

 

 

Operating voltage range

21.6–26.4V DC, supplied by class 2 circuit only

 

 

Serial interfaces

COM1 RS232 (non-insulated), COM2 RS232/RS485 (insulated,

 

switchable)

 

16-pin spring force plug by Phoenix Contact Co. (MC0.5/8-ST-2,5)

 

 

Ethernet

2 Ethernet connectors, 10BASE-T/100BASE-TX auto-negotiation via

 

RJ45 female connector

 

 

USB

2 USB connectors, USB 2.0 full speed, max. 500mA (USB1), max.

 

100mA (USB2)

 

 

Function inputs

2 binary inputs (pull-up design) for optional functions

 

 

Operation status LEDs

7

 

 

Protocols and standards

TCP/IP, UDP/IP, DHCP, FTP, FTPS, SSH, http, https, SMTP, ESMTP-

 

Auth, POP3, NTP, Modbus, DNS, SNMP, VPN, VNC, MQTT, SQL,

 

OPC UA

 

 

Flash memory

2.4GB user/configuration data

 

 

RAM

496MB

 

 

Current consumption

≈75mA at 24V DC (without expansion unit, USB flash memory, etc.)

 

 

Degree of protection

IP20

 

 

Operating temperature

0°C to +55°C

 

 

Storage temperature

-20°C to +70°C

 

 

Operating humidity

10%–95% RH (at 25°C, non-condensing)

 

 

Storage humidity

10%–95% RH (at 25°C, non-condensing)

 

 

Vibration resistance

10Hz to 55Hz, 1 cycle per minute with a double amplitude of 0.75mm;

 

10min on 3 axes

 

 

Shock resistance

≥10g, 4 times on 3 axes

 

 

Unit dimensions

Height: 90mm, width: 25mm, depth: 64mm

 

 

Weight

≈110g

 

 

Operation conditions

Free from corrosive gases and excessive dust

 

 

Conformity to CE

EMC Directive 89/336/EEC; EN 55022/Class B; EN 61000-4-2/A1; EN

Directives

61000-4-3; EN 61000-4-4 + A1:2010; EN 61000-4-6

 

 

UL approval

UL number "2LD7" (file E232530)

 

 

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1 Product overview

1.9Dimensions

The dimensions of the FP-I4C unit are indicated in the technical drawing.

 

 

25.0

 

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G1

G1

 

 

F1

F2

 

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R/+

I4C

S/-

R/+

S/-

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G2

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11.5

 

60.0

3.5

 

90.0

 

[mm]

60.0

3.5

90.0

[mm]

Right side view of the unit with the 16-pin spring force plug installed

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2 Installation

2 Installation

2.1General installation procedure

Mount the unit and connect the PLC and all communication cables before you turn on the power supply.

Perform the installation with the power turned off.

Before touching the unit or equipment, always touch some grounded metal to discharge any static electricity you may have generated (especially in dry locations). The discharge of static electricity can damage parts and equipment.

Install the FP-I4C unit in the following order:

1.Mount the FP-I4C unit on a DIN rail or use a mounting plate.

2.Connect the FP-I4C unit to a PC with a standard Ethernet cable (at least Category 5). Make sure you do not have an IP address conflict. The ETH0 port is configured as a DHCP client. The ETH1 port is configured with a pre-defined fixed IP address. Please read the instructions on how to connect the FP-I4C unit to the network.

3.Connect an FP series PLC via RS232C, USB, or RS485.

For wiring examples, refer to the section on wiring or to the “FP-I4C Installation Instructions” leaflet.

4.Connect the power supply.

Make sure you read the information on how to connect the power supply.

Related topics

Connect the FP-I4C unit directly to a PC (page 27)

Connect the FP-I4C unit to a PC via DHCP server (page 28)

Connection to PLC TOOL port using cable AIGT8192 (page 23)

Connection to PLC COM port (page 23)

Wire the power supply (page 25)

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2.2Installation environment

To prevent failure or malfunctions, the installation environment must comply with the specifications of the FP-I4C unit.

After installing the unit, make sure to use it within the range of the general specifications:

Operating temperature: 0°C to +55°C

Operating humidity: 30%–85% RH (at 25°C, non-condensing)

Pollution degree: 2

Do not use the unit in the following environments:

Direct sunlight

Sudden temperature changes causing condensation

Flammable or corrosive gases

Excessive airborne dust, metal particles or salts

Benzine, paint thinner, alcohol or other organic solvents, or strong alkaline solutions such as ammonia or caustic soda

Vibration, shock, or direct drop of water

Avoid noise interference from the following items:

Influence from power transmission lines, high voltage equipment, power cables, power equipment, radio transmitters, or any other equipment that would generate high switching surges. Maintain at least 100mm of space between these devices and the unit.

If noise occurs in the power supply line even after the above countermeasures are taken, it is recommended to supply power through an isolated transformer, noise filter, or the like.

Take measures regarding heat discharge:

Always install the unit orientated with the Ethernet port facing outward on the top in order to prevent the generation of heat.

Do not install the unit above devices which generate heat, such as heaters, transformers or large-scale resistors.

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USR

I4C

 

 

 

 

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G2

G2

 

 

 

 

CON

 

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S/-

 

 

 

 

MEM

 

COM2

 

 

 

 

2

 

F2

F1

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G1

 

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TX1

 

COM1

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

TX2

 

 

 

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TX2

 

 

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COM1

 

TX1

 

 

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G1

G1

 

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S

R

 

 

 

 

 

 

F1

F2

 

 

 

 

 

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COM2

I4C

MEM

 

 

 

S/-

R/+

 

 

 

 

S/-

R/+

FP

USR

 

 

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G2

G2

CON

 

 

 

S/-

E

-

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

PWR

 

 

 

(1)DIN rail

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