
CPU 1518-4 PN/DP ODK (6ES7518-
4AP00-3AB0)
S7-1500
CPU 1518-4 PN/DP ODK
(6ES7518-4AP00-3AB0)
Interrupts, error messages,
diagnostics and system
alarms

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Purpose of the documentation
This manual supplements the system manual of the S7-1500 automation system and the
function manuals. All cross-system functions are described in the system manual and in the
function manuals.
The information provided in this manual and the system manual enables you to commission
the CPU 1518-4 PN/DP ODK.
To understand this documentation, you need to have general knowledge of automation
engineering. You also need basic knowledge of the following topics:
● Knowledge of the industrial automation system SIMATIC
● Knowledge of working with STEP 7
● Knowledge of programming with C/C++
● Working with the Eclipse development environment
● STEP 7: In this documentation, "STEP 7" is used as a synonym for all versions of the
configuration and programming software "STEP 7 (TIA Portal)".
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Preface
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Preface ................................................................................................................................................... 4
1 Documentation guide .............................................................................................................................. 8
2 Product overview .................................................................................................................................. 12
2.1 Application .............................................................................................................................. 12
2.2 How it works ............................................................................................................................ 18
2.3 Properties ................................................................................................................................ 19
2.4 Operating and display elements ............................................................................................. 24
2.4.1 Front view of the module with closed front panels .................................................................. 24
2.4.2 Front view of the module without front panels ........................................................................ 26
2.4.3 Rear view of the module ......................................................................................................... 27
2.5 Mode selector switch .............................................................................................................. 27
3 Connecting up ....................................................................................................................................... 28
4 Interrupts, error messages, diagnostics and system alarms ................................................................... 33
4.1 Status and error display of the CPU ....................................................................................... 33
5 Technical specifications ........................................................................................................................ 36
A Dimensional drawing ............................................................................................................................. 48

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The documentation for the SIMATIC S7-1500 automation system, the CPU 1516pro-2 PN
based on SIMATIC S7-1500 and the SIMATIC ET 200MP distributed I/O system is arranged
into three areas.
This arrangement enables you to access the specific content you require.
The System Manual and Getting Started describe in detail the configuration, installation,
wiring and commissioning of the SIMATIC S7-1500 and ET 200MP systems. For
CPU 1516pro-2 PN you use the corresponding operating instructions. The STEP 7 online
help supports you in the configuration and programming.
Product manuals contain a compact description of the module-specific information, such as
properties, wiring diagrams, characteristics and technical specifications.

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The function manuals contain detailed descriptions on general topics regarding the SIMATIC
S7-1500 and ET 200MP systems, e.g. diagnostics, communication, motion control, Web
server, OPC UA.
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Manual Collection S7-1500/ET 200MP
The Manual Collection contains the complete documentation on the SIMATIC S7-1500
automation system and the ET 200MP distributed I/O system gathered together in one file.
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(https://support.industry.siemens.com/cs/ww/en/view/86140384
).
SIMATIC S7-1500 comparison list for programming languages
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which controller families.
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With the TIA Selection Tool, you can generate a complete order list from your product
selection or product configuration.
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You can use the SIMATIC Automation Tool to run commissioning and maintenance activities
simultaneously on various SIMATIC S7 stations as a bulk operation independently of the TIA
Portal.
The SIMATIC Automation Tool provides a multitude of functions:
● Scanning of a PROFINET/Ethernet network and identification of all connected CPUs
● Address assignment (IP, subnet, gateway) and station name (PROFINET device) to a
CPU
● Transfer of the date and the programming device/PC time converted to UTC time to the
module
● Program download to CPU
● Operating mode switchover RUN/STOP
● Localization of the CPU by means of LED flashing
● Reading out CPU error information
● Reading the CPU diagnostic buffer
● Reset to factory settings
● Updating the firmware of the CPU and connected modules
You can find the SIMATIC Automation Tool on the Internet
(https://support.industry.siemens.com/cs/ww/en/view/98161300
).
With SIEMENS PRONETA (PROFINET network analysis), you analyze the PROFINET
network during commissioning. PRONETA features two core functions:
● The topology overview independently scans PROFINET and all connected components.
● The IO check is a fast test of the wiring and the module configuration of a system.
You can find SIEMENS PRONETA on the Internet
(https://support.industry.siemens.com/cs/ww/en/view/67460624
).

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Application
Area of application
SIMATIC S7-1500 is the modular control system for a wide variety of automation
applications in discrete automation.
The modular and fanless design, simple implementation of distributed structures, and userfriendly operation make SIMATIC S7-1500 the economic and convenient solution for a
variety of tasks.
Applications of the SIMATIC S7-1500, include, for example:
● Special-purpose machines
● Textile machinery
● Packaging machines
● General mechanical engineering
● Controller engineering
● Machine tool engineering
● Installation engineering
● Electrical industry and crafts
● Automobile engineering
● Water/waste water
● Food & Beverage
Applications of the SIMATIC S7-1500T include, for example:
● Packaging machines
● Converting application
● Assembly automation
Several CPUs with various levels of performance and a comprehensive range of modules
with many convenient features are available. Fail-safe CPUs enable use in fail-safe
applications. The modular design allows you to use only the modules that you need for your
application. The controller can be retrofitted with additional modules at any time to expand its
range of tasks.
High industrial capability from the high resistance to EMC, shock and vibration enable
universal use of the SIMATIC S7-1500.

Product overview
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Performance segments of the CPU 1518-4 PN/DP ODK
The CPU can be used for the high-end area of machine and plant automation.
The CPU 1518-4 PN/DP ODK can execute blocks that were programmed with C/C++.
Programming of the blocks is effected by means of the "Open Development Kit ODK 1500S"
You can use the ODK to implement mechanisms from high-level programming languages
(e.g. object-based) within a modern programming environment. The complexity and required
time for implementation of functions is thereby reduced. The blocks generated with ODK can
be run synchronously in the execution cycle of the CPU.
You can reuse existing C/C++ algorithms.
To use existing technological know-how, you can integrate the existing C/C++ code in the
runtime environment of the CPU using the Open Development Kit. Once the C/C++ sources
have been integrated with the ODK, they can be subsequently run on the CPU.
You can find the description of the ODK application in the S7-1500 Software Controller Open
Development Kit 1500S (https://support.industry.siemens.com/cs/ww/de/view/109249838/en
)
programming and operating manual as of V2.0 edition 09/2016.
However, only the part covering the real-time functionality applies to the CPU 1518-4 PN/DP
ODK.
The CPU 1518-4 PN/DP ODK has 2 memories:
● Work memory
● Additional memory for ODK applications (C/C++ code and data).
Performance segments of the standard, compact, fail-safe and technology CPUs
The CPUs can be used for smaller and mid-range applications, as well as for the high-end
range of machine and plant automation.
Table 2- 1 Standard CPUs
PROFINET
IO RT/IRT
interfaces
PROFINET
basic func-
tionality
Processing
time for bit
operations
CPU 1511-1 PN Standard CPU for small
to mid-range applications
-- 1 -- -- 1.23 MB 60 ns
CPU 1513-1 PN Standard CPU for mid-
range applications
-- 1 -- -- 1.95 MB 40 ns
CPU 1515-2 PN Standard CPU for medi-
um-sized to large applica-
-- 1 1 -- 3.75 MB 30 ns
CPU 1516-3 PN
/DP
Standard CPU for demanding applications and

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PROFINET
IO RT/IRT
interfaces
PROFINET
basic func-
tionality
Processing
time for bit
operations
CPU 1517-3 PN
/DP
Standard CPU for demanding applications and
1 1 1 -- 11 MB 2 ns
CPU 1518-4 PN
/DP
CPU 1518-4 PN
/DP ODK
Standard CPU for highperformance applications,
demanding communication tasks and very short
1 1 1 1 26 MB 1 ns
Table 2- 2 Compact CPUs
PROFINET
IO RT/IRT
interfaces
PROFINET
basic func-
tionality
Processing
time for bit
operations
Compact CPU for small to
mid-range applications
60 ns
CPU 1512C-1 PN Compact CPU for mid-
-- 1 -- -- 1.25 MB 48 ns
Table 2- 3 Fail-safe CPUs
PROFINET
IO RT/IRT
interfaces
PROFINET
basic func-
tionality
Processing
time for bit
operations
CPU 1511F-1 PN Fail-safe CPU for smaller
to medium-sized applica-
-- 1 -- -- 1.23 MB 60 ns
CPU 1513F-1 PN Fail-safe CPU for medi-
-- 1 -- -- 1.95 MB 40 ns
CPU 1515F-2 PN Fail-safe CPU for medi-
um-sized to large applica-
-- 1 1 -- 3.75 MB 30 ns
CPU 1516F-3 P
N/DP
Fail-safe CPU for demanding applications and
1 1 1 -- 6.5 MB 10 ns
CPU 1517F-3 P
Fail-safe CPU for demanding applications and
communications tasks
1 1 1
-- 11 MB
2 ns
CPU 1517TF-
CPU 1518F-4 P
N/DP
CPU 1518F-4 P
N/DP ODK
Fail-safe CPU for highperformance applications,
demanding communication tasks and very short

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Table 2- 4 Technology CPUs
PROFINE
T IO
RT/IRT
interfaces
PROFINE
T IO RT
interface
PROFINET
basic func-
tionality
Processing
time for
bit opera-
tions
CPU 1511T-1
PN
Technology CPU for
small to mid-range
-- 1 -- -- 1.23 MB 60 ns
CPU 1515T-2
PN
Technology CPU for
mid-range to large applications
-- 1 1 -- 3.75 MB 30 ns
CPU 1517T3 PN/DP
Technology CPU for
complex applications
and communication
1 1 1 -- 11 MB 2 ns
CPU 1517TF-
This CPU is described in the fail-safe CPUs
Performance segments of compact CPUs
The compact CPUs can be used for smaller to medium-sized applications and have an
integrated analog and digital on-board I/O as well as integrated technology functions. The
following table shows the specific properties of the Compact CPUs.
Integrated analog inputs/outputs
Integrated digital inputs/outputs
Pulse generators
• PWM (pulse-width modulation)
• PTO (pulse train output or stepper motor control)
• Frequency output
4 (PTOx/PWMx) 4 (PTOx/PWMx)

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Integrated technological functions
The CPUs of the SIMATIC S7-1500
support motion control functions. STEP 7 offers blocks
standardized according to PLCopen for configuring and connecting a drive to the CPU.
Motion Control supports speed-controlled, positioning and synchronous axes (synchronizing
without specification of the synchronous position) as well as external encoders, cams, cam
tracks and measuring inputs.
The CPUs of theSIMATIC S7-1500T
support advanced motion control functions in addition
to the motion control functions offered by the standard CPUs. Additional motion control
functions are absolute synchronous axes (synchronization with specification of synchronous
position) and the cam.
For effective commissioning, diagnostics and fast optimization of drives and controls, the
SIMATIC S7-1500 controller family offers extensive trace functions for all CPU tags.
In addition to drive integration, the SIMATIC S7-1500 has a PID compact closed-loop
controller; easy-to-configure blocks allow automatic optimization of the controller parameters
for optimized control quality.
Technology modules also implement functions such as high-speed counting, position
detection and measuring functions and pulse generators (PWM and frequency output). In
compact CPU 1511C-1 PN and CPU 1512C-1 PN CPUs, these functions are already
integrated and require no additional technology modules.
SIWAREX is a versatile and flexible weighing module, which you can use as a static scale
for operation.
Due to the supported technology functions, the CPUs are suitable for controlling pumps,
fans, mixers, conveyor belts, lifting platforms, gate control systems, building management
systems, synchronized axes, etc.
In conjunction with STEP 7, each CPU offers password-based know-how protection against
unauthorized reading out or modification of the program blocks.
Copy protection provides reliable protection against unauthorized reproduction of program
blocks. With copy protection, individual blocks on the SIMATIC memory card can be tied to
its serial number so that the block can only be run if the configured memory card is inserted
into the CPU.
In addition, you can assign various access rights to different user groups in the controller
using four different authorization levels.
Improved manipulation protection allows changed or unauthorized transfers of engineering
data to be detected by the controller.
The use of an Ethernet CP (CP 1543-1) provides you with additional access protection
through a firewall or possibilities to establish secure VPN connections.

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The fail-safe CPUs are intended for users who want to implement demanding standard and
fail-safe applications both centrally and decentrally.
These fail-safe CPUs allow the processing of standard and safety programs on a single
CPU. This allows fail-safe data to be evaluated in the standard user program. The integration
also provides the system advantages and the extensive functionality of SIMATIC for fail-safe
applications.
The fail-safe CPUs are certified for use in safety mode up to:
● Safety class (Safety Integrity Level) SIL 3 according to IEC 61508:2010
● Performance Level (PL) e and Category 4 according to ISO 13849-1:2006 or according to
EN ISO 13849-1:2008
Additional password protection for F-configuration and F-program is set up for IT security.
All CPUs of the SIMATIC S7-1500 product series feature a display with plain text
information. The display provides the user with information on the order numbers, firmware
version, and serial number of all connected modules. In addition, the IP address of the CPU
and other network settings can be adapted locally without a programming device. Errors
messages are immediately shown on the display in plain text, thus helping customers to
reduce downtimes.
Uniform front connectors for all modules and integrated potential bridges for flexible
formation of potential groups simplifies storage. Additional components such as circuit
breakers, relays, etc., can be installed quickly and easily, since a DIN rail is implemented in
the rail of the S7-1500. The CPUs of the SIMATIC S7-1500 product series can be expanded
centrally and in a modular fashion with signal modules. Space-saving expansion enables
flexible adaptation to each application.
The system cabling for digital signal modules enables fast and clear connection to sensors
and actuators from the field (fully modular connection consisting of front connector modules,
connection cables and I/O modules), as well as easy wiring inside the control cabinet
(flexible connection consisting of front connectors with assembled single conductors).
System diagnostics and alarms
Integrated system diagnostics is activated by default for the CPUs. The different diagnostic
types are configured instead of programmed. System diagnostics information is shown
uniformly and in plain text on the display of the CPU, in STEP 7, on the HMI and on the Web
server, even for alarms related to drives. This information is available in RUN mode, but also
in STOP mode of the CPU. An automatic update of the diagnostics information is performed
when you configure new hardware components.
The CPU is available as a central interrupt server for 3 languages. The CPU, STEP 7 and
your HMI guarantee data consistency without additional engineering steps. The maintenance
work is easier.

Product overview
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How it works
Principle of operation
The CPU contains the operating system and executes the user program. The user program
is located on the SIMATIC memory card and is processed in the work memory of the CPU.
CPU 1518-4 PN/DP ODK allows you to integrate C/C++ functions created with the SIMATIC
S7-1500 ODK in the user program in addition to the user program created directly with STEP
7.
The connection to the process is centralized or distributed via PROFINET or PROFIBUS with
I/O modules.
The PROFINET interfaces on the CPU allow simultaneous communication with PROFINET
devices, PROFINET controllers, HMI devices, programming devices, other controllers and
other systems. CPU 1518-4 PN/DP ODK supports operation as an IO controller and I-device.
Similarly to the PROFINET interface, the PROFIBUS interface available on the CPU allows
communication with other devices. When you use the interface as PROFIBUS DP interface,
the CPU on the PROFIBUS DP also assumes the role of a DP master.

Product overview
2.3 Properties
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Properties
Article number
The figure below shows the CPU 1518-4 PN/DP ODK.
Figure 2-1 CPU 1518-4 PN/DP ODK
Note
Protective film
Note that a protective film is attached to the display of the CPU when shipped from the
factory. Remove the protective film if necessary.

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CPU 1518-4 PN/DP ODK has the following technical properties:
● C/C++ applications
Their C/C++ applications are generated via the SIMATIC S7-1500 ODK. They are loaded
with the TIA Portal and the Web server. With the SIMATIC S7-1500 ODK you program
functions from which you can launch the STEP 7 user program.
You can find the description of the ODK application in the
S7-1500 Software Controller
Open Development Kit 1500S
programming and operating manual.
However, only the part covering the real-time functionality applies to the CPU 1518-4
PN/DP ODK.
● Communication:
– Interfaces
CPU 1518-4 PN/DP ODK has four interfaces. Three interfaces for PROFINET and one
for PROFIBUS.
The
(X1 P1, X1 P2) has two ports. In addition to PROFINET
basic functionality, it also supports PROFINET IO RT (real-time) and IRT (isochronous
real-time). PROFINET IO communication or real-time settings can be configured.
Even with a send clock of 125 µs, IO communication and standard communication is
possible via one cable.
Port 1 and port 2 can also be used as ring ports for the configuration of redundant ring
structures in Ethernet.
The
(X2 P1) has one port. In addition to PROFINET basic
functionality, its also supports PROFINET IO RT (real-time). The basic functionality of
PROFINET supports HMI communication, communication with the configuration
system, communication with a higher-level network (backbone, router, Internet) and
communication with another machine or automation cell.
The
(X3 P1) has one port and supports PROFINET basic
functionality, i.e. no IO controller / IO device role. The basic functionality of PROFINET
supports HMI communication, communication with the configuration system,
communication with a higher-level network (backbone, router, Internet) and
communication with another machine or automation cell. The 3rd PROFINET interface
supports a transmission rate of 1000 Mbps as of firmware version V1.7.
Note
IP subnets
The IP subnets of the three interfaces must be different. This means that the IP
addresses of the three interfaces must d
iffer from each other in the subnets.

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The
(X4) is used to connect to a PROFIBUS network. When you use the
interface as PROFIBUS DP interface, the CPU is the DP master in this case. The
CPU cannot assume the role of a DP slave.
– OPC UA
With OPC UA, data is exchanged via an open and vendor-neutral communication
protocol. The CPU, as OPC UA server, can communicate with OPC UA clients such
as HMI panels, SCADA systems, etc.
● Integrated Web server:
A Web server is integrated in the CPU. You can read out the following information with
the Web server:
– Start page with general CPU information
– Identification information
– Contents of the diagnostics buffer
– Query of module states
– Firmware update
– Alarms (without acknowledgment option)
– Information about communication
– PROFINET topology
– Tag status, writing tags
– Watch tables
– Memory usage
– User pages
– Data logs (if used)
– Online backup and restoration of the configuration.
– Diagnostic information for the motion control technology objects
– Display of trace recording stored on the SIMATIC memory card
– Readout service data
– Basic Web pages
– Display of the Web server in 3 project languages, for example, comments and
message texts
– Recipes
– User-defined Web pages

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2.3 Properties
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● Integrated technology:
– Motion Control
The Motion Control functionality uses technology objects to support speed-controlled
axes, positioning axes, synchronous axes, external encoders, cams, cam tracks and
measuring inputs, as well as PLCopen blocks for programming the motion control
functionality.
You can find a detailed description of the use of Motion Control and its configuration in
the S7-1500 Motion Control
(http://support.automation.siemens.com/WW/view/en/109739589
) function manual.
You can also use the TIA Selection Tool
(
http://w3.siemens.com/mcms/topics/en/simatic/tia-selection-tool) or the SIZER
(http://w3.siemens.com/mcms/mc-solutions/en/engineering-software/drive-design-tool-
sizer/Pages/drive-design-tool-sizer.aspx) to create or configure axes.
– Integrated closed-loop control functionality
- PID Compact (continuous PID controller)
- PID 3Step (step controller for integrating actuators)
- PID Temp (temperature controller for heating and cooling with two separate
actuators)
● Trace functionality:
– The trace functionality supports troubleshooting and optimization of the user program.
You can find additional information on the trace functionality in the Using the Trace
and Logic Analyzer (http://support.automation.siemens.com/WW/view/en/64897128
)
function manual.
● Integrated system diagnostics:
– The alarms for the system diagnostics are automatically created by the system and
displayed on a PG/PC, HMI device, Web server or the integrated display. System
diagnostics information is also available when the CPU is in STOP mode.

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2.3 Properties
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● Integrated security:
– Know-how protection
The know-how protection protects user blocks against unauthorized access and
modifications.
– Copy protection
Copy protection links user blocks to the serial number of the SIMATIC memory card or
to the serial number of the CPU. User programs cannot run without the corresponding
SIMATIC memory card or CPU.
– Access protection
Extended access protection provides high-quality protection against unauthorized
configuration changes. You can use authorization levels to assign separate rights to
different user groups.
– Integrity protection
The system protects the data transferred to the CPU against manipulation. The CPU
detects erroneous or manipulated engineering data.
● Additional functions:
– PROFIenergy
You can find information on the topic of "PROFIenergy" in the PROFINET function
manual (http://support.automation.siemens.com/WW/view/en/19292127
) and in the
PROFINET specification on the Internet (http://www.profibus.com).
– Shared device
You can find information on the topic of "Shared device" in the PROFINET function
manual (http://support.automation.siemens.com/WW/view/en/19292127
).
– Configuration control
You can find information on the topic of "Configuration control" in the S7-1500,
ET 200MP (http://support.automation.siemens.com/WW/view/en/59191792
) system
manual.
– Isochronous mode
You can find information about the "Isochronous mode" topic in the PROFINET
(http://support.automation.siemens.com/WW/view/en/68039307
) function manual.
You will find additional information on the topic of "Integrated security/Access protection" in
the S7-1500/ET 200MP system manual
(http://support.automation.siemens.com/WW/view/en/59191792
).

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2.4 Operating and display elements
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Operating and display elements
2.4.1
Front view of the module with closed front panels
The figure below shows the front view of the CPU 1518-4 PN/DP ODK.
LEDs for the current operating mode and diagnostic status of the CPU
Front panel of the PROFIBUS interface
Figure 2-2 View of the CPU 1518-4 PN/DP ODK (with front panels) - front
Note
Temperature range for display
To increase the service life of the display, the display switches itself off when the permitted
operating temperature is exceeded. When the display cools down again, it automatically
switches itself on again. When the display
is switched off, the LEDs continue to show the
For more information on the temperatures at which the display switches itself on and off,
refer to the
Technical specifications (Page 36).

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2.4 Operating and display elements
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Pulling and plugging the front panel with display
You can pull and plug the front panel with display during operation.
Personal injury and damage to property may occur
If you pull or plug the front panel of an S7-1500 automation system during operation,
personal injury or damage to property can occur in zone 2 hazardous areas.
Always disconnect the S7-1500 automation system from the power supply before you pull
or plug the front panel in zone 2 hazardous areas.
You can lock the wide front panel with display as well as the narrow front panel of the
PROFIBUS interface to protect your CPU against unauthorized access. You can attach a
security seal or a padlock with a diameter of 3 mm to the front panels.
Figure 2-3 Locking latch on the CPU
In addition to the mechanical lock, you can also block access to a password-protected CPU
on the display (local lock). You can find additional information on the display, configurable
protection levels and local locks in the S7-1500, ET 200MP
(http://support.automation.siemens.com/WW/view/en/59191792
) system manual.
You will find detailed information on the individual display options, a training course and a
simulation of the available menu commands in the SIMATIC S7-1500 Display Simulator
(
http://www.automation.siemens.com/salesmaterial-as/interactive-manuals/getting-
started_simatic-s7-1500/disp_tool/start_en.html).

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2.4 Operating and display elements
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Front view of the module without front panels
The figure below shows the operator controls and connection elements of the
CPU 1518-4 PN/DP ODK.
Connector for power supply
PROFINET IO interface (X3) with 1 port (back interface)
PROFINET IO interface (X2) with 1 port (front interface)
PROFINET IO interface (X1) with 2 ports
MAC addresses of the interfaces
LEDs for the 4 ports of the PROFINET interfaces X1, X2 and X3
Slot for the SIMATIC memory card
LEDs for the current operating mode and diagnostic status of the CPU
Figure 2-4 View of the CPU 1518-4 PN/DP ODK (without front panels) - front

Product overview
2.5 Mode selector switch
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The figure below shows the connection elements on the rear of the CPU 1518-4 PN/DP
ODK.
Figure 2-5 View of the CPU 1518-4 PN/DP ODK - rear
Use the mode switch to set the CPU operating mode.
The following table shows the position of the switch and the corresponding meaning.
Table 2- 5 Mode switch settings
The CPU is executing the user program.
The user program is not being executed.
Position for CPU memory reset.

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This section provides information on the terminal assignment of the individual interfaces and
the block diagram of the CPU 1518-4 PN/DP ODK.
24 V DC supply voltage (X80)
The connector for the power supply is plugged in when the CPU ships from the factory.
The following table shows the pin assignment for a 24 V DC power supply.
+24 V DC of the supply voltage
Ground of the supply voltage
Ground of the supply voltage for loop-through (maximum of 10 A permitted)
+24 V DC of the supply voltage for loop-through (maximum of 10 A permitted)
Spring opener (one spring opener per terminal)
Bridged internally:
① and ④
Figure 3-1 Supply voltage connection
If the CPU is supplied by a system power supply, it is not necessary to connect the 24 V
supply.

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PROFINET interface X1 with 2-port switch (X1 P1 R and X1 P2 R)
The assignment corresponds to the Ethernet standard for an RJ45 plug.
● When autonegotiation is deactivated, the RJ45 socket is allocated as a switch (MDI-X).
● When autonegotiation is activated, autocrossing is in effect and the RJ45 socket is
allocated either as data terminal equipment (MDI) or a switch (MDI-X).
PROFINET interface X2 and X3 with 1 port (X2 P1, X3 P1)
The assignment corresponds to the Ethernet standard for an RJ45 plug.
● Autocrossing is always active on X2. This means the RJ45 socket is allocated either as
data terminal equipment (MDI) or a switch (MDI-X).
● Autocrossing is always active on X3. This means the RJ45 socket is allocated either as
data terminal equipment (MDI) or a switch (MDI-X).
Figure 3-2 Interfaces X2 and X3

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Note
PROFINET interface X3 with a transmission rate of 1000 Mbps
The PROFINET interface X3 supports a maximum transmission rat
Devices on the PROFINET segment must support the 1000 Mbps transmission rate.
The network infrastructure (network cables and outlets) must be category CAT 5e or
higher.
The "Transmission rate" parameter in the properties of the port (X3) must be set as
follows in STEP 7:
– The "Autonegotiation" check box is selected
– "Automatic" is selected in the drop-down list
The table below shows the terminal assignment of the PROFIBUS interface. The assignment
corresponds to the standard assignment of an RS485 interface.
Table 3- 1 PROFIBUS interface terminal assignment
Data reference potential (from station)
Supply plus (from station)
Note
Supply of I/O devices
The CPU
1518-4 PN/DP ODK does not provide a 24 V DC power supply on the PROFIBUS
interface. I/O devices (for example, PC adapter USB 6ES7972
operational on the interface in conjunction with a plug
-in power supply set for external power
The innovative successor product, PC adapter USB A2, receives the required power supply
via the USB port. This means it does not need a 24 V
DC supply voltage and can be
a plug-in power supply set for external power supply.

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You can find additional information on the topics of "Connecting the CPU" and
"Accessories/spare parts" in the S7-1500, ET 200MP
(http://support.automation.siemens.com/WW/view/en/59191792
) system manual.
Assignment of the MAC addresses
CPU 1518-4 PN/DP ODK has three PROFINET interfaces. The first interface is an interface
with 2-port switch. The PROFINET interfaces each have a MAC address, and each of the
PROFINET ports has its own MAC address. The CPU 1518-4 PN/DP ODK therefore has
seven MAC addresses in total.
The MAC addresses of the PROFINET ports are needed for the LLDP protocol, for example
for the neighborhood discovery function.
The number range of the MAC addresses is sequential. The first and last MAC address are
lasered on the rating plate on the right side of each CPU 1518-4 PN/DP ODK.
The table below shows how the MAC addresses are assigned.
Table 3- 2 Assignment of the MAC addresses
PROFINET interface X1
(visible in STEP 7 for accessible devices)
• Front, lasered
• Right side, lasered
(start of number range)
Port X1 P1 R (required for LLDP, for
example)
• Front and right side, not lasered
Port X1 P2 R (required for LLDP, for
• Front and right side, not lasered
PROFINET interface X2
(visible in STEP 7 for accessible devic-
• Front, lasered
• Right side, not lasered
Port X2 P1 (required for LLDP, for
• Front and right side, not lasered
PROFINET interface X3
(visible in STEP 7 for accessible devic-
• Front, lasered
• Right side, not lasered
Port X3 P1 (required for LLDP, for
example)
• Front, lasered
• Right side, lasered
(end of number range)

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The figure below shows the block diagram of the CPU 1518-4 PN/DP ODK.
PROFINET interface X1 Port 2
RUN/STOP/MRES mode selector
PROFINET interface X2 Port 1
PROFINET interface X3 Port 1
RUN/STOP LED (yellow/green)
PROFINET interface X1 Port 1
X1 P1, X1 P2, X2 P1, X3 P1
Figure 3-3 Block diagram of the CPU 1518-4 PN/DP ODK

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The status and error displays of the CPU 1518-4 PN/DP ODK are described below.
You will find additional information on "Interrupts" in the STEP 7 online help.
You can find additional information on the topics of "Diagnostics" and "System alarms" in the
Diagnostics (http://support.automation.siemens.com/WW/view/en/59192926
) function
manual.
Status and error display of the CPU
The figure below shows the CPU 1518-4 PN/DP ODK LEDs.
RUN/STOP LED (yellow/green LED)
LINK RX/TX LED for port X1 P1 (yellow/green LED)
LINK RX/TX LED for port X1 P2 (yellow/green LED)
LINK RX/TX LED for port X3 P1 (yellow/green LED)
LINK RX/TX LED for port X2 P1 (yellow/green LED)
Figure 4-1 LED display of the CPU 1518-4 PN/DP ODK (without front panel)

Interrupts, error messages, diagnostics and system alarms
4.1 Status and error display of the CPU
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Meaning of the RUN/STOP, ERROR and MAINT LEDs
The CPU 1518-4 PN/DP ODK has three LEDs to signal the current operating status and
diagnostics status. The following table shows the meaning of the various combinations of
colors for the RUN/STOP, ERROR and MAINT LEDs.
Table 4- 1 Meaning of the LEDs
Missing or insufficient power supply on
the CPU.
LED off
LED off
An error has occurred.
CPU is in RUN mode.
LED lit green
LED off
A diagnostics event is pending.
LED lit green
LED off
LED lit yellow
Maintenance demanded for the plant.
The affected hardware must be
checked/replaced within a short period of
LED lit green
LED off
LED flashes yel-
low
Maintenance required for the plant.
The affected hardware must be
checked/replaced within a foreseeable
Bad configuration
LED lit yellow
LED off
LED flashes yel-
Firmware update successfully completed.
CPU is in STOP mode.
LED lit yellow
LED flashes red
LED flashes yel-
The program on the SIMATIC memory
card is causing an error.
CPU defective
LED flashes yel-
low
LED off
LED off
CPU is performing internal activities
during STOP, e.g. startup after STOP.
Download of the user program from the
LED off
LED off
Startup (transition from RUN → STOP)
LED flashes
yellow/green
LED flashes red LED flashes yel-
low
Startup (CPU booting)
Test of LEDs during startup, inserting a

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Meaning of LINK RX/TX LED
Each port has a LINK RX/TX LED. The table below shows the various "LED scenarios" of
ports for the CPU 1518-4 PN/DP ODK.
Table 4- 2 Meaning of the LEDs
LED off
There is no Ethernet connection between the PROFINET interface of the
PROFINET device and the communication partner.
No data is currently being sent/received via the PROFINET interface.
There is no LINK connection.
The "LED flashing test" is being performed.
There is an Ethernet connection between the PROFINET interface of your
PROFINET device and a communication partner.
Data is currently being received from or sent to a communications partner
on Ethernet via the PROFINET interface of the PROFINET device.

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Hardware function version
STEP 7 TIA Portal can be configured/integrated
as of version
Low limit of permitted range (DC)
High limit of permitted range (DC)
Reverse polarity protection
Power and voltage failure buffering
Power/voltage failure buffer time
Current consumption (rated value)
Power consumption from the backplane bus (ba
Incoming power to the backplane bus
slots for SIMATIC memory card 1
SIMATIC memory card required
Integrated (for ODK application)

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-in (SIMATIC memory card), max. 32 GB
For word operations, typ.
For fixed-point arithmetic, typ.
For floating-point arithmetic, typ.
Number of elements (total)
10000; blocks (OB/FB/FC/DB) and UDTs
1 ... 60 999; divided into: Number range available
for the user: 1 ... 59 999 and number range for
DBs generated by SFC 86: 60 000 ... 60 999
16 MB; the maximum size of the DB is 64 KB with
non-optimized block access
Number of time-of-day interrupt OBs
Number of time-delay interrupt OBs
Number of cyclic interrupt OBs
20; with minimum OB 3x cycle of 100 µs
Number of hardware interrupt OBs
Number of DPV1 interrupt OBs
Number of isochronous mode OBs
Number of technology synchronous interrupt OBs
Number of asynchronous error OBs
Number of synchronous error OBs
Number of diagnostic interrupt OBs
Counters, timers and their retentivity

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Unlimited (limited only by work memory)
Unlimited (limited only by work memory)
Data areas and their retentivity
Total retentive data area (including timers, cou
ters, bit memories), max.
768 KB; in total; for bit memories, timers, counters, DBs and technological data (axes), usable
Number of clock memory bits
8; 8 clock memory bits, grouped in one clock
64 KB; max. 16 KB per block
16384; max. number of modules/submodules
32 KB; all inputs are in the process image
32 KB; all outputs are in the process image
Of which per integrated IO subsystem
Inputs (volume)
16 KB; 16 KB via the integrated PROFINET IO
interface, 8 KB via the integrated DP interface
Outputs (volume)
16 KB; 16 KB via the integrated PROFINET IO
interface, 8 KB via the integrated DP interface
Number of process image partitions, max.

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Number of distributed IO systems
64; a distributed IO system is understood to
mean the integration of distributed I/O via
PROFINET or PROFIBUS communication modules as well as the connection of I/O via AS-i
master modules or links (e.g. IE/PB link)
8; a maximum of 8 CMs/CPs (PROFIBUS,
PROFINET, Ethernet) can be inserted in total
8; a maximum of 8 CMs/CPs (PROFIBUS,
PROFINET, Ethernet) can be inserted in total
The number of PtP CMs that can be connected is
only limited by the available slots
6 wk; at 40 °C ambient temperature, typ.
Time-of-day synchronization
Number of PROFINET interfaces
Number of PROFIBUS interfaces

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Yes; as MRP redundancy manager and/or MRP
client; max. number of devices in the ring: 50
Yes; max. 32 PROFINET devices
Number of connectable IO devices, max.
512; in total, max. 1 000 distributed I/O devices
can be connected via AS-i, PROFIBUS or
of these, IO devices with IRT, max.
Number of connectable IO devices for RT,
max.
of these, in a line topology, max.
Number of IO devices that can be activat-
ed/deactivated simultaneously, max.
8; in total over all interfaces
Number of IO devices per tool, max.
The minimum value of the update time also de-
pends on the communication component set for
PROFINET IO, on the number of IO devices, and
on the quantity of configured user data.
with send clock of 125 µs
with send clock of 187.5 µs
With send clock of 500 µs
with IRT and "odd" send clock parameter as-
signment
Update time = set "odd" send clock (any multiple
of 125 µs: 375 µs, 625 µs to 3 875 µs)

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for send clock of 250 µs
250 µs to 128 ms
With send clock of 500 µs
500 µs to 256 ms
With send clock of 1 ms
1 ms to 512 ms
with send clock of 2 ms
2 ms to 512 ms
with send clock of 4 ms
4 ms to 512 ms
Open IE communication
Yes
MRPD
Yes; requirement: IRT
Number of IO controllers with shared device,
max.
4

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Open IE communication
Yes
Number of connectable IO devices, max.
128; in total, max. 1 000 distributed I/O devices
can be connected via AS-i, PROFIBUS or
Number of connectable IO devices for RT,
max.
128
of these, in a line topology, max.
128
Number of IO devices that can be activat-
ed/deactivated simultaneously, max.
8; in total over all interfaces
Update times
The minimum value of the update time also depends on the communication component set for
PROFINET IO, on the number of IO devices, and
on the quantity of configured user data.
With send clock of 1 ms
1 ms to 512 ms
Open IE communication
Yes
Number of IO controllers with shared device,
max.
4

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Yes; only possible on the X3 interface of CPU
Industrial Ethernet status LED
Number of connections, max.
384; via integrated interfaces of the CPU and
Number of connections reserved for ES/HMI/Web
Number of connections via integrated interfaces
Number of S7 routing connections
64; in total, only 16 S7 routing connections are
S7 communication, as server
S7 communication, as client
See online help (S7 communication, user data

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Multiple passive connections per port, sup-
ported
Yes
Data length, max.
1472 bytes
Yes; standard and user-defined sites
Yes; standard and user-defined sites
Number of connections, max.
48; for the integrated PROFIBUS DP interface
Constant bus cycle time
Yes
Number of DP slaves
125; in total, max. 1 000 distributed I/O devices
can be connected via AS-i, PROFIBUS or
Activation/deactivation of DP slaves
Yes
Yes; Data Access (Read, Write, Subscribe),
Application authentication
Yes
Security Policies
Available Security Policies: None,
Basic128Rsa15, Basic256Rsa15,
User authentication
"Anonymous" or with user name and password
Switchover time in the case of cable break, typ.
200 ms; with MRP; bumpless with MRPD
Number of devices in the ring, max.

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Isochronous mode (application synchronized up to
terminal)
Yes; with minimum OB 6x cycle of 125 µs
Number of stations that can be logged in for si
Number of configurable interrupts, max.
Number of simultaneously active interrupts in
interrupt pool
Number of reserved user interrupts
1000
Number of reserved interrupts for system di-
agnostics
200
Number of reserved interrupts for motion con-
trol technology objects
160
Test/commissioning functions
Joint commissioning (Team Engineering)
Yes; parallel online access possible for up to 10
Yes; up to 16 simultaneously (in total from all ES
Inputs/outputs, bit memory, DB, peripheral in-
puts/outputs, timers, counters
Of which are status tags, max.
200; per job
Of which are modify tags, max.
200; per job
Peripheral inputs/outputs
Of which are power failure-proof
1000
Number of configurable traces
8; up to 512 KB data possible per trace

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Interrupts/diagnostics/status information
Connection display LINK TX/RX
Supported technology objects
Yes; note: the number of axes affects the cycle
time of the PLC program; selection guide via the
TIA Selection Tool or SIZER
Number of available motion control resources
for technology objects (except cams)
10240
required Motion Control resources
– per speed-controlled axis
40
– per positioning axis
80
– per synchronous axis
160
– per external encoder
80
– per output cam
20
– per cam track
160
– per measuring input
40
PID_Compact
Yes; universal PID controller with integrated op-
PID_3Step
Yes; PID controller with integrated optimization
PID temp
Yes; PID controller with integrated optimization
Standards, approvals, certificates
Suitable for safety functions
Ambient temperature during operation
Horizontal mounting position, min.
Horizontal mounting position, max.
, the display is switched off at
an operating temperature of typically 50 ℃
Vertical mounting position, min.
Vertical mounting position, max.
, the display is switched off at
an operating temperature of typically 40 ℃
Ambient temperature during storage/transport

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Protection level: Write protection
Protection level: Read/write protection
Protection level: Complete protection
Adjustable minimum cycle time
Adjustable maximum cycle time
Open Development interfaces
General technical specifications
You can find information on the general technical specifications, such as standards and
approvals, electromagnetic compatibility, protection class, etc., in the S7-1500, ET 200MP
(http://support.automation.siemens.com/WW/view/en/59191792
) system manual.

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This section contains the dimensional drawing of the module on the mounting rail, as well as
a dimensional drawing with the front panel open. Keep to the dimensions when installing in
cabinets, control rooms, etc.
Dimensional drawings for CPU 1518-4 PN/DP ODK
Figure A-1 Dimensional drawing of CPU 1518-4 PN/DP ODK, front and side views
Figure A-2 Dimensional drawing CPU 1518-4 PN/DP ODK, side view with open front panel