Siemens SIMATIC RF650R,SIMATIC RF680R,SIMATIC RF685R Configuration Manual
SIMATIC RF650R/RF680R/RF685R
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SIMATIC Ident
RFID systems
SIMATIC
RF650R/RF680R/RF685R
Configuration Manual
10/2015
C79000
Introduction
1
Notes on security
2
Description
3
Commissioning
4
Configuration via STEP 7
(PROFINET device)
5
Configuring with the WBM
6
Interface to the SIMATIC
controller
7
XML interface
8
Service and maintenance
9
Appendix
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Table of contents
1 Introduction ............................................................................................................................................. 7
2 Notes on security .................................................................................................................................... 9
3 Description ............................................................................................................................................ 11
4 Commissioning ..................................................................................................................................... 17
5 Configuration via STEP 7 (PROFINET device) ...................................................................................... 29
6 Configuring with the WBM ..................................................................................................................... 33
1.1 Preface ...................................................................................................................................... 7
1.2 Abbreviations and naming conventions .................................................................................... 8
3.1 Properties of the UHF readers ................................................................................................ 11
3.2 User-specific procedures ........................................................................................................ 14
4.1 Important notes on using the device ....................................................................................... 17
4.2 Connect the hardware............................................................................................................. 19
4.3 Setup/network topology .......................................................................................................... 21
4.4 Assign the IP address / device name ..................................................................................... 22
4.4.1 Assigning the IP address / device name with the PST ........................................................... 23
4.4.2 Assigning the IP address / device name with STEP 7 ............................................................ 25
5.1 Linking readers into STEP 7 (Basic / Professional) ................................................................ 29
5.2 The TIA Portal (STEP 7 Basic / Professional) ........................................................................ 30
5.3 Overview of the configurable properties ................................................................................. 31
6.1 Starting WBM .......................................................................................................................... 33
6.2 The WBM ................................................................................................................................ 35
6.3 The menu items of the WBM .................................................................................................. 40
6.3.1 The "Start page" menu item .................................................................................................... 40
6.3.2 The "Settings - General" menu item ....................................................................................... 42
6.3.3 The "Settings - Read points" menu item ................................................................................. 46
6.3.4 The "Settings - Tag fields" menu item .................................................................................... 58
6.3.5 The "Settings - Filters" menu item .......................................................................................... 60
6.3.6 The "Settings - Digital outputs" menu item ............................................................................. 64
6.3.7 The "Settings - Communication" menu item ........................................................................... 66
6.3.8 The "Settings - Adjust antenna" menu item ............................................................................ 71
6.3.9 The "Settings - Activation power" menu item .......................................................................... 73
6.3.10 The "Diagnostics - Tag monitor" menu item ........................................................................... 77
6.3.11 The "Diagnostics - Log" menu item ........................................................................................ 80
6.3.12 The "Diagnostics - Messages" menu item .............................................................................. 82
6.3.13 The "Edit transponder" menu item .......................................................................................... 83
6.3.14 The "User management" menu item ....................................................................................... 87
6.3.15 The "System" menu item ........................................................................................................ 91
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7 Interface to the SIMATIC controller ....................................................................................................... 93
8 XML interface ...................................................................................................................................... 139
6.3.16 The "Help" menu item ............................................................................................................ 92
7.1 Retrieving the Ident library ..................................................................................................... 93
7.2 Overview of the Ident library .................................................................................................. 94
7.3 Project preparations ............................................................................................................... 95
7.4 Setting the "IID_HW_CONNECT" data type .......................................................................... 97
7.5 General structure of the function blocks ................................................................................ 99
7.6 Programming Ident blocks ................................................................................................... 103
7.6.1 Basic blocks ......................................................................................................................... 103
7.6.1.1 Read ..................................................................................................................................... 103
7.6.1.2 Reset_Reader ...................................................................................................................... 104
7.6.1.3 Write ..................................................................................................................................... 104
7.6.2 Extended blocks ................................................................................................................... 106
7.6.2.1 Config_Upload/-_Download ................................................................................................. 106
7.6.2.2 Inventory .............................................................................................................................. 109
7.6.2.3 Read_EPC_Mem.................................................................................................................. 113
7.6.2.4 Read_TID ............................................................................................................................. 114
7.6.2.5 Set_Param ........................................................................................................................... 115
7.6.2.6 Write_EPC_ID ...................................................................................................................... 117
7.6.2.7 Write_EPC_Mem .................................................................................................................. 118
7.6.2.8 AdvancedCMD ..................................................................................................................... 119
7.6.3 Status blocks ........................................................................................................................ 120
7.6.3.1 Reader_Status ..................................................................................................................... 120
7.7 Programming the Ident profile .............................................................................................. 121
7.7.1 Structure of the Ident profile ................................................................................................. 121
7.7.2 Overview of the commands .................................................................................................
123
7.7.3 Command structure ............................................................................................................. 124
7.7.4 Commands ........................................................................................................................... 126
7.7.5 Chaining ............................................................................................................................... 130
7.7.6 Command repetition ............................................................................................................. 132
7.8 Digital inputs/outputs ............................................................................................................ 138
8.1 Functionality of the XML interface........................................................................................ 139
8.2 Demo application ................................................................................................................. 141
8.2.1 Structure of the demo application ........................................................................................ 141
8.2.2 User interface of the demo application ................................................................................ 143
8.2.3 Working with the demo application ...................................................................................... 144
8.3 XML commands ................................................................................................................... 145
8.3.1 Connections ......................................................................................................................... 146
8.3.1.1 hostGreetings ....................................................................................................................... 147
8.3.1.2 hostGoodbye ........................................................................................................................ 148
8.3.1.3 heartBeat .............................................................................................................................. 149
8.3.2 Reader settings .................................................................................................................... 150
8.3.2.1 setConfiguration ................................................................................................................... 150
8.3.2.2 getConfiguration ................................................................................................................... 151
8.3.2.3 getConfigVersion.................................................................................................................. 152
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8.3.2.4 getActiveConfiguration .......................................................................................................... 153
8.3.2.5 getLogfile .............................................................................................................................. 154
8.3.2.6 resetLogfile ........................................................................................................................... 155
8.3.2.7 setParameter ........................................................................................................................ 156
8.3.2.8 getParameter ........................................................................................................................ 158
8.3.2.9 setTime ................................................................................................................................. 160
8.3.2.10 getTime ................................................................................................................................. 161
8.3.2.11 setIO...................................................................................................................................... 162
8.3.2.12 getIO ..................................................................................................................................... 164
8.3.2.13 resetReader .......................................................................................................................... 165
8.3.2.14 getReaderStatus ................................................................................................................... 167
8.3.3 Transponder processing ....................................................................................................... 168
8.3.3.1 editBlackList .......................................................................................................................... 169
8.3.3.2 getBlackList ........................................................................................................................... 170
8.3.3.3 getAllSources ........................................................................................................................ 172
8.3.3.4 triggerSource ........................................................................................................................ 173
8.3.3.5 readTagIDs ........................................................................................................................... 174
8.3.3.6 getObservedTagIDs .............................................................................................................. 177
8.3.3.7 writeTagID ............................................................................................................................. 181
8.3.3.8 readTagMemory .................................................................................................................... 185
8.3.3.9 writeTagMemory ................................................................................................................... 189
8.3.3.10 readTagField ......................................................................................................................... 194
8.3.3.11 writeTagField ........................................................................................................................
198
8.3.3.12 killTag .................................................................................................................................... 202
8.3.3.13 lockTagBank ......................................................................................................................... 206
8.3.4 Negative XML replies ............................................................................................................ 211
8.4 XML EventReports ................................................................................................................ 214
8.4.1 Events ................................................................................................................................... 214
8.4.1.1 tagEventReport ..................................................................................................................... 214
8.4.1.2 rssiEventReport .................................................................................................................... 218
8.4.1.3 ioEventReport ....................................................................................................................... 220
8.4.2 Interrupts ............................................................................................................................... 222
9.1 Diagnostics ........................................................................................................................... 225
9.1.1 Diagnostics via the LED displays .......................................................................................... 226
9.1.2 Diagnostics via display elements .......................................................................................... 228
9.1.3 Diagnostics via SNMP .......................................................................................................... 229
9.1.4 Diagnostics using the WBM .................................................................................................. 229
9.1.5 Diagnostics using the TIA Portal (STEP 7 Basic / Professional) .......................................... 230
9.2 Error messages ..................................................................................................................... 232
9.2.1 How the LED status display works ....................................................................................... 233
9.2.2 RF650R/RF680R/RF685R error messages.......................................................................... 234
9.3 Module replacement ............................................................................................................. 240
9.3.1 Backup configuration data .................................................................................................... 240
9.3.2 Replacing a module .............................................................................................................. 243
9.4 Firmware update ................................................................................................................... 244
9.5 Restore to factory settings .................................................................................................... 245
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A Appendix ............................................................................................................................................. 247
A.1 Planning and installation of UHF read points ....................................................................... 247
A.1.1 Technical basics................................................................................................................... 247
A.1.2 Implementation of UHF RFID installations ........................................................................... 250
A.1.2.1 Preparation phase ................................................................................................................ 250
A.1.2.2 Test phase ........................................................................................................................... 252
A.1.2.3 Setting up read points .......................................................................................................... 252
A.1.3 Dealing with field disturbances ............................................................................................ 256
A.1.3.1 Types and approaches to solutions ..................................................................................... 256
A.1.3.2 Measures for eliminating field disturbances ......................................................................... 258
A.2 Command and acknowledgement frames ........................................................................... 260
A.2.1 Structure of the command frame ......................................................................................... 260
A.2.2 READER-STATUS ............................................................................................................... 261
A.2.3 INVENTORY ........................................................................................................................ 262
A.2.4 PHYSICAL-READ ................................................................................................................ 263
A.2.5 PHYSICAL-WRITE............................................................................................................... 264
A.2.6 WRITE-ID ............................................................................................................................. 265
A.2.7 KILL-TAG ............................................................................................................................. 266
A.2.8 LOCK-TAG-BANK ................................................................................................................ 267
A.2.9 EDIT-BLACKLIST ................................................................................................................ 268
A.2.10 GET-BLACKLIST ................................................................................................................. 269
A.2.11 READ-CONFIG .................................................................................................................... 270
A.2.12 WRITE-CONFIG .................................................................................................................. 271
A.3 Service & Support ................................................................................................................
272
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1.1
Preface
Purpose of this document
Scope of validity of this document
Registered trademarks
Documentation classification
This manual contains all the information required for the parameter assignment and
commissioning of the RF650R, RF680R and RF685R readers of the SIMATIC RF600
system.
This manual is intended for:
● Commissioning engineers
● Configuration engineers
● Service technicians
This documentation is valid for all supplied versions of the SIMATIC
RF650R/RF680R/RF685R readers and describes the delivery state as of 10/2015 and
firmware version V2.1.
SIMATIC ®, SIMATIC RF ®, MOBY ®, RF MANAGER ® and SIMATIC Sensors ® are registered
trademarks of Siemens AG.
You will find further information on the properties, technical specifications and possible
applications of the RF650R, RF680R and RF685R readers in the "SIMATIC RF600 System
Manual (https://support.industry.siemens.com/cs/ww/en/view/22437600
You will find more information on operating the readers via communications modules
(PROFIBUS operation) in the manuals of the relevant communications module
(https://support.industry.siemens.com/cs/ww/en/ps/15105/man
For S7 programmers who create their own command and acknowledgment frames, the
communications rules and frames that are required can be found in the Appendix in the
section "Command and acknowledgement frames (Page 260)". XML programmers will find
the required communications rules and frames in the section "XML interface (Page 139)".
)".
).
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Introduction
Specifications
History
Edition
Note
10/2014
First edition
10/2015
Revised and expanded edition
1.2
Abbreviations and naming conventions
Write/read device (SLG)
Readers
Mobile data storage unit (MDS)
Transponder, tag
Interface module (ASM)
Communications module (CM)
1.2 Abbreviations and naming conventions
The Ident blocks in the manual are based on the "Proxy Ident Function Block" protocol. You
can obtain the specification of the "Proxy Ident Function Block" from the PROFIBUS User
Organization. You will also find further information on the Ident blocks and the Ident profile in
the manual "Ident profile and Ident blocks, standard function for Ident systems
(https://support.industry.siemens.com/cs/ww/en/view/106368029
)".
At several points, the manual references the "EPCglobal Specification". This standard
essentially describes the communication between transponders and RFID readers. You will
find the specification on the Internet at "GS1 (http://www.gs1.org
)"
The following edition(s) of the configuration manual have been published up to now:
07/2015 Revised and expanded edition.
Expansion of the documentation by the following:
• PROFIBUS connection
• MRP and SNMP capability
• Capability of processing transponders of the ISO 18000-6B standard
The following terms/abbreviations are used synonymously in this document:
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Recommendations for secure handling of the WBM
Keep to the following security recommendations when working with the WBM (Web Based
Management) to prevent unauthorized access to the device:
● Enable user management and create new profiles.
● Before making the device available, change the default passwords for the standard
profiles "Administrator" and "User".
● Use strong passwords.
● You should not use the same passwords for different user names or systems.
● Enable only the services (communications protocols) that will actually be used on the
device and also the installed interfaces/ports. Unused ports could be used to access the
network downstream from the device.
● If a firewall is necessary, configure and start the firewall before you connect the device to
a public network. Make sure that the firewall is configured so that it accepts connections
from a specific domain.
● Check the device regularly to make sure that these recommendations and/or other
internal security guidelines are adhered to.
● The configuration files are available in XML format for simple use. Make sure that the
configuration files outside the device are suitably protected. You can, for example,
encrypt the files, store them at a safe location and transfer them only via secure
communications channels.
● Do not connect the device directly to the Internet. Operate the device within a protected
network area.
● The firmware itself is signed and encrypted. This ensures that only authentic firmware can
be downloaded to the device.
● Check for non-secure protocols activated on the device. While some protocols such as
HTTPS are secure, others such as HTTP were not developed for this purpose. With nonsecure protocols, suitable security measures must be taken to prevent unauthorized
access to the device/network.
● Check regularly that the device complies with these recommendations and /or other
internal security policies.
● Evaluate your plant as a whole in terms of security. Use the cell protection concept with
suitable products.
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3.1
Properties of the UHF readers
Area of application
The UHF readers SIMATIC RF650R, RF680R and RF685R are intended for use in logistics
and in automation. The RF680R and RF685R readers are intended for use in automation
environments, for example on a production line but are equally suitable for applications in
logistics. To meet these requirements, the readers were equipped with a high transmit power
and degree of protection (IP65). For applications in logistics with less demanding
requirements relating to the protection class and transmit power, the RF650R reader is a
cost-effective alternative. All readers are equipped with extensive diagnostics options and
can process ISO 18000-6C and ISO 18000-6B transponders.
The RF685R has one special feature with its internal, adaptive antenna. This significantly
increases the reliability of read and write actions even under difficult radio conditions.
The RF680R and RF685R readers are either integrated without problems in SIMATIC S7
automation systems via an integrated PROFINET connector or via the RS-422 interface and
the ASM 456 communications module via PROFIBUS. Suitable programming blocks are
available. The connection to PC environments is via Ethernet using TCP/IP and the XML
protocol. A second Ethernet interface (both M12) can be used for diagnostics during
operation so that the connection to the higher-level system does not need to be interrupted.
The RF650R has one Ethernet interface (RJ-45). This is used both to connect to PC systems
as well as for configuration and diagnostics and it can also be used during operation. Higherlevel software communicates with the reader using TCP/IP and the XML protocol.
The WBM (Web Based Management) allows commissioning, configuration and diagnostics
of all three devices using an Internet browser. This makes additional updates and installation
of configuration and diagnostics software unnecessary.
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Description
Characteristics
Characteristics
RF650R
RF680R
RF685R
connector
Transmit power
1000 mW
2000 mW
Digital inputs/outputs
4 x digital inputs and 4 x digital outputs
RS-422 interface
--
1 x plug M12 8-pin
via CM
(115.2 kbps)
tocol)
speed
Degree of protection
IP30
IP65
STEP 7 (S7)
SIMATIC interface
Note
Minimum supported block size of a controller
When operating with a controller, make sure that blocks wi
supported.
Note
IRT is not supported
Note that the RF680R/RF685R readers do not support IRT (Isochronous Real Time). The
readers can also not function as IRT conductors.
The readers can be configured as clients in MRP r
supported by the readers.
3.1 Properties of the UHF readers
The following characteristics distinguish the SIMATIC RF650R, RF680R and RF685R UHF
readers:
Table 3- 1 Characteristics of the readers
Antennas 4 x external antenna connectors 1 x internal, adaptive
antenna
1 x external antenna
PROFIBUS connection
Ethernet interface 1 x Industrial Ethernet,
(TCP/IP with XML pro-
Max. transmission
Configuration/diagnostics options
Interfaces to
PC/controller
-- ASM 456
2 x Industrial Ethernet, M12
RJ-45
100 Mbps 100 Mbps
WBM (browser) WBM (browser)
XML interface XML interface
(TCP/IP with XML protocol or PROFINET)
th a minimum size of > 16 KB are
ings. Network diagnostics via SNMP is
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Certificates
Integration
3.1 Properties of the UHF readers
The readers RF680R and RF685R support the following certificates:
● PROFINET certificate for software version V2.1.0
● PROFINET IO version V2.2
● Network load Class I
The following figures show examples of some of the of the integration options of the readers.
Note that in all examples, the connection of the readers RF680R and RF685R can be via a
SIMATIC controller both via Industrial Ethernet / PROFINET and via PROFIBUS.
Figure 3-1 RF650R reader in an IT environment
Figure 3-2 RF680R reader in an automation environment (PROFINET)
Figure 3-3 RF680R reader in an automation environment (PROFIBUS)
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Description
3.2
User-specific procedures
3.2 User-specific procedures
Figure 3-4 RF685R in an IT environment, without external antenna
All 3 readers can be integrated in an IT environment (XML). The RF68xR readers can be
integrated both in an IT and in an automation environment (S7).
The RF685R reader can also be operated without external antennas.
The SIMATIC RF650R, RF680R or RF685R UHF readers are preconfigured when shipped
and can be put into operation without any further configuration. When shipped from the
factory, the readers are preconfigured as follows:
● First antenna connector set
● Transmit power: 20 dBm
● IP address:
– RF650R: 192.168.0.254
– RF680R/RF685R: DHCP
As described in the previous section, the SIMATIC UHF readers RF650R, RF680R and
RF685R are designed for different environments and requirements.
If you operate the RF680R and RF685R readers in an automation environment, they are
configured and programmed from the perspective of an S7 user. Integration in third-party
controllers is, of course, also possible. If you operate the RF650R, RF680R and RF685R
readers in an XML environment, they are configured and programmed from the perspective
of an XML user.
If you want to adapt the readers to your requirements, we recommend the following userspecific procedure:
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Procedure as S7 user
Procedure as XML user
3.2 User-specific procedures
1. Connect the hardware
You will find information on this in the section "Connect the hardware (Page 19)".
2. Assign the IP address / device name
You will find information on this in the section "Assigning the IP address / device name
with the PST (Page 23)" or "Assigning the IP address / device name with STEP 7
(Page 25)".
3. Configure reader and if applicable communications module
You will find information on this in the section "Configuration via STEP 7 (PROFINET
device) (Page 29)" and "Configuring with the WBM (Page 33)".
4. Configure / program reader commands
You will find information on this in the section "Interface to the SIMATIC controller
(Page 93)".
1. Connect the hardware
You will find information on this in the section "Connect the hardware (Page 19)".
2. Assign the IP address / device name
You will find information on this in the section "Assigning the IP address / device name
with the PST (Page 23)".
3. Configure the reader
You will find information on this in the section "Configuring with the WBM (Page 33)".
4. Program reader commands
You will find information on this in the section "XML interface (Page 139)".
Later in the document, these symbols will help your orientation and will show you whether
the section is of interest to you or not. Only the sections with user-specific content, in other
words content that is tool/interface-specific contain these symbols. Sections without these
symbols are general and relevant for both areas of application.
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3.2 User-specific procedures
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Note
Commissioning the readers in PROFIBUS operation
You will find information on commissioning the RF680R and RF685R readers via a
communications module (PROFIBUS operation) in the manual of the relevant
communications module.
4.1
Important notes on using the device
Safety notices on the use of the device
General notes
WARNING
Safety extra low voltage
There is an additional requirement if devices are operated with a redundant power supply:
WARNING
Opening the device
The following safety notices must be adhered to when setting up and operating the device
and during all work relating to it such as installation, connecting up, replacing devices or
opening the device.
The equipment is designed for operation with Safety Extra-Low Voltage (SELV) by a
Limited Power Source (LPS). (This does not apply to 100 V ... 240 V devices.)
This means that only SELV / LPS complying with IEC 60950-1 / EN 60950-1 / VDE 0805-1
must be connected to the power supply terminals. The power supply unit for the equipment
power supply must comply with NEC Class 2, as described by the National Electrical Code
(r) (ANSI / NFPA 70).
If the equipment is connected to a redundant power supply (two separate power supplies),
both must meet these requirements.
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NOTICE
Alterations not permitted
Overvoltage protection
NOTICE
Protection of the external 24 VDC voltage supply
Repairs
WARNING
Repairs only by authorized qualified personnel
4.1 Important notes on using the device
Alterations to the devices are not permitted. If this is not adhered to, the radio approvals,
the relevant country approvals (e.g. CE or FCC) and the manufacturer's guarantee are
invalidated.
If the module is supplied via extensive 24 V supply lines or networks, interference by strong
electromagnetic pulses on the supply lines is possible, e.g. from lightning or the switching
of large loads.
The connector for the 24 VDC external power supply is not protected against strong
electromagnetic pulses. Make sure that any cables liable to lightning strikes are fitted with
suitable overvoltage protection.
Repairs may only be carried out by authorized qualified personnel. Unauthorized opening of
and improper repairs to the device may result in substantial damage to equipment or risk of
personal injury to the user.
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4.2
Connect the hardware
Prior to installation and commissioning
NOTICE
Read the manual of the SIMATIC controller you using
NOTICE
Installation/removal with the power off
Procedure
4.2 Connect the hardware
Prior to installation, connecting up and commissioning, read the relevant sections in the
manual of the SIMATIC controller you are using. When installing and connecting up, keep
to the procedures described in the manual.
Wire up the PC or SIMATIC controller and modules to be connected only when the power is
off. Make sure that the power supply is turned off when installing/uninstalling the devices.
Follow the steps below to connect a reader via Ethernet/PROFINET:
1. Install the reader.
2. Connect the reader to the PC or the SIMATIC controller using an Ethernet cable.
– For the Ethernet connection to the RF650R reader, use a connecting cable with an
RJ-45 plug.
– For the PROFINET connection of the RF680R/RF685R reader, use a connecting
cable with an M12 plug (4-pin).
3. If necessary, connect the reader to one or more external antennas.
4. Connect the reader to the power supply using the connecting cable.
The reader is ready for operation when the "R/S" LED is lit/flashes green. If the "R/S" LED is
flashing, the reader is waiting for a connection. If the "R/S" LED is lit constantly, the reader is
connected to the controller or PC.
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Description
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4.2 Connect the hardware
Pre-assembled cables therefore permit the ideal and simple connection of the reader. You
will find more information on the cables and wide-range power supply unit in the catalog "ID
10
https://w3app.siemens.com/mcms/infocenter/content/en/Seiten/order_form.aspx?nodeKey=
(
key_9180440&infotype=1)".
Table 4- 1 Interfaces and antenna connectors of the readers
Interfaces of the RF680R/RF685R readers
① Digital I/O interface (M12, 12-pin)
② Power supply 24 VDC and RS-422 (M12, 8-
pin)
③ Ethernet interface, TCP/IP (M12, 4-pin)
Ethernet interface, TCP/IP (M12, 4-pin)
Interfaces of the RF650R reader
① Digital I/O interface (M12, 12-pin)
② Power supply 24 VDC and RS-422 (M12, 8-
pin)
③ Ethernet interface, TCP/IP (RJ-45 , 8-pin)
Antenna connectors of the RF650R/RF680R
readers
4 x antenna connectors for external antennas
(RP-TNC)
Antenna connector of the RF685R reader
1 x antenna connector for external antenna
(RP-TNC)
For detailed information on mounting the readers as well as ordering data of the readers and
cables, refer to the section "SIMATIC RF600 System Manual
(https://support.industry.siemens.com/cs/ww/en/view/22437600
)".
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Setup/network topology
4.3 Setup/network topology
PROFINET communication of the RF680R and RF685R readers can be set up as a star, bus
or ring topology.
Figure 4-1 Sample configuration star topology
Figure 4-2 Sample configuration bus topology
With a bus topology, remember that if the communications connection of a reader to the
controller is interrupted, the communications connection to all downstream readers is also
interrupted.
Figure 4-3 Sample configuration MRP ring topology
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Media redundancy
Setup of an MRP ring topology
4.4
Assign the IP address / device name
4.4 Assign the IP address / device name
Media redundancy is a function that ensures network and system availability. Redundant
transmission links in the MRP topology ensure that an alternative communications path is
made available if a transmission link fails. To make this possible you need to configure the
RF680R and RF685R readers as a client of the Media Redundancy Protocol (MRP) in STEP
7 (Basic / Professional).
MRP is part of PROFINET standardization according to IEC 61158.
To set up an MRP ring topology with media redundancy, you must join both free ends of a
line network topology in the same device. The closing of the line topology to form a ring is via
two network ports of one of the devices (ring ports). With the RF680R and RF685R readers,
the network ports "X1P1" and "X1P2" can function as ring ports.
You will find additional information on setting up an MRP ring topology in the STEP 7 online
help and in the "SIMATIC PROFINET system description
(https://support.industry.siemens.com/cs/ww/en/view/19292127
)".
To achieve ideal communication between the PC and readers or a SIMATIC controller and
readers, you need to assign a unique IP address or device name to each individual reader.
Depending on the environment in which you operate the readers, there are different
procedures as explained below:
● Operating RF650R/RF680R/RF685R readers as an XML user in an IT environment
The unique assignment is based on the IP address or device name using the Primary
Setup Tool V4.2 or higher (PST).
● Operating RF680R/RF685R readers as an S7 user in an automation environment
The unique assignment for PROFINET operation is based on the device name using the
TIA Portal (STEP 7 Basic / Professional V13 or higher).
In PROFIBUS operation via a communications module an IP address needs to be
assigned only for configuration and diagnostics purposes.
The RF650R reader ships with the IP address "192.168.0.254" set in the factory. In the
factory settings, the RF680R and RF685R readers are set to DHCP.
These alternative methods are described below.
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Assigning the IP address / device name with the PST
Requirement
Procedure
4.4 Assign the IP address / device name
This section is intended for both S7 and XML users (RF650R/RF680R/RF685R).
The Primary Setup Tool (V4.2 or higher) is installed and the RF650R/RF680R/RF685R
reader is connected and has started up. You will find the Primary Setup Tool on the DVD
accompanying the reader or on the Internet at "Industry Online Support
(https://support.industry.siemens.com/cs/ww/en/ps
)".
Follow the steps below to assign a new, unique IP address and a unique device name to the
reader:
1. Call up the Primary Setup Tool with "Start > All Programs > Siemens Automation >
SIMATIC > Primary Setup Tool".
2. In the menu bar under "Settings > Set PG/PC interface..." select the network adapter via
which the reader is connected to the PC and confirm with "OK".
3. Click on the "Search"
A dialog box opens with the information that a device was found in the network.
4. Click on the "+" character beside the folder symbol in the structure tree and click the entry
"Ind. Ethernet interface".
icon in the toolbar.
Figure 4-4 Assigning an IP address
5. To assign the reader a new IP address, select the "Assign IP parameters" radio button.
6. Enter a new, unique IP address for the reader in the "IP address" input box.
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Waiting time
Wait until the IP address / the device name has been updated. To display the change,
you need to activate the s
Station buzz test
4.4 Assign the IP address / device name
7. Enter the subnet mask of your network in the "Subnet mask" input box.
8. Click on "Assign Name" to assign a unique device name to the reader.
9. Click the "Load"
symbol to transfer the settings to the reader.
10.Confirm the next dialog box with "Yes".
earch function using the "Search" icon .
Result: The reader is assigned the new IP address and a new device name.
If several readers are connected to the network/PC, it is possible to make the LEDs of the
device selected in the output window flash. Using the node flash test, you can identify the
required reader quickly and simply.
Follow the steps below to identify the relevant reader using the flash function:
1. In the menu bar, select the menu command "Network> Browse".
2. Select the required module from the device list.
3. In the menu bar, select the menu command "Module> Flashing".
4. Click the "Start" button.
The LEDs on the selected reader flash.
5. Click the "Stop" button to stop the flashing.
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Assigning the IP address / device name with STEP 7
Note
Restriction when assigning IP addresses
Remember that only the RF680R and RF685R readers can b
device using STEP
only be assigned a unique IP address using the Primary Setup Tool.
Requirement
Procedure
4.4 Assign the IP address / device name
This section is intended only for S7 users (RF680R/RF685R).
e configured as a PROFINET
7. The RF650R reader does not support PROFINET and can therefore
STEP 7 is installed, the RF680R/RF685R readers are linked into the TIA Portal and the
RF680R/RF685R reader is connected and has started up.
You will find further information on linking the readers into the TIA Portal in the section
"Linking readers into STEP 7 (Basic / Professional) (Page 29)".
Follow the steps below to assign a unique device name to the reader:
1. Call up the TIA Portal with "Start > All Programs > Siemens Automation > TIA Portal Vxx".
2. Create a new project.
3. Change to the Project view.
4. Using the project tree, insert a SIMATIC controller in the project using the "Add new
device" menu command.
The device view opens and the SIMATIC controller is displayed.
5. Drag the required reader from the hardware catalog to the project.
6. Change to the network view and connect the reader to the SIMATIC controller.
7. Right-click on the reader.
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8. In the shortcut menu, select the menu command "Assign device name".
Reaction: The "Assign PROFINET device name" window opens.
Figure 4-5 Assigning a device name
9. Select the connection type in the "Online access" in the "Type of the PG/PC interface"
drop-down list.
10.In the "PG/PC interface" drop-down list in the "Online access" area, select the network
adapter via which the reader is connected to the PC.
11.Click the "Refresh" button to display all reachable nodes in the network.
12.Select the required node from the list.
13.Now click the "Assign name" button to assign the PROFINET device name to the reader.
Result: The reader is assigned the configured PROFINET device name from the project.
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Assigning a device name when replacing a module
When you repl
more information on this in the section "
Station buzz test
4.4 Assign the IP address / device name
ace a module, you can assign the device names automatically. You will find
Replacing a module (Page 243)".
If several readers are connected to the controller, it is possible to make the LEDs of the
device selected in the output window flash. In this case, compare the MAC address of the
device with the displayed MAC address and then select the required reader. Using the node
flash test, you can identify the required reader quickly and simply.
Follow the steps below to identify the relevant reader using the flash function:
1. In the Project tree, select the menu command "Online access > <your online access> >
Update accessible devices".
The available devices are displayed.
2. Select the required RF680R and click the entry "Online & Diagnostics" in the folder of the
selected device.
3. Select the option "Functions > Assign name".
4. Click the "Flash LED" button.
The two LEDs on the selected reader flash.
5. Click the "Flash LED" button again to stop the flashing.
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Configuration of the readers using STEP 7 for PROFIBUS operation
You will find information on configuring the communications module you are using for
PROFIBUS operation in the manual of the relevant communications module.
5.1
Linking readers into STEP 7 (Basic / Professional)
Procedure
This section is intended only for S7 users (RF680R/RF685R).
Note that the RF680R/RF685R readers are only included in the TIA Portal as of STEP 7
Basic/Professional version V14. With older versions as of V13, the readers must be linked
into TIA using an HSP or GSDML file. Using the GSDML file, you can also link the reader
into STEP 7 Classic or third-party systems.
Note that some of the functions of the GSDML file are restricted compared with the HSP file.
Follow the steps below to link the HSP file of the RF680R/RF685R readers into STEP 7:
1. Copy the installation file (*-zip) locally to your PC.
You will find the file on the Internet on the pages of the Industry online support
(https://support.industry.siemens.com/cs/ww/en/view/72341852
2. Extract the *.zip file and copy the *.ispxx files it contains to a directory that you can
access with STEP 7 Basic / Professional.
3. Open the TIA Portal and change to the project view.
4. With the "Options > Support packages" menu command, open the "Detailed information"
dialog.
After opening the this dialog, the "Installation of support packages" tab opens as default
and in the right-hand window, you can see the support packages installed up to now.
5. Click the "Add from file system" button and go to the folder where you stored the *.ispxx
files.
6. Select the required *.ispxx file.
The HSP file for the installation now appears in the "Detailed information" dialog. The
"Installed" column still has the entry "No" for this HSP.
).
7. Select the HSP file and click the "Install" button.
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5.2
The TIA Portal (STEP 7 Basic / Professional)
Requirement
Procedure
5.2 The TIA Portal (STEP 7 Basic / Professional)
8. In the next dialog, click the "Continue" button to start the installation.
At the end of the installation, a message appears indicating that the installation was
successful.
9. Click the "Finish" button and restart the TIA Portal.
Result: Your hardware catalog has now been updated in the TIA Portal. If you open the
"Detailed information" dialog again, the "Installed" column for the HSP file now has the entry
"Yes". You will find the RF680R/RF685R readers on the following path in the hardware
catalog: "Detecting & Monitoring > Ident systems > PROFINET > SIMATIC RF600".
As an alternative, you can also link the GSDML file into the TIA Portal. You then install using
the "Options > Install general station description file (GSD)" menu command. When installing
using the GSDML file, you will find the RF680R/RF685R readers on the following path in the
hardware catalog: "Additional field devices > PROFINET IO > Ident systems > Siemens AG
> SIMATIC RF600".
You will find further information and help on linking in files in the online help of the TIA Portal.
The RF680R/RF685R readers can be linked into SIMATIC automation systems using STEP
7 Basic / Professional as of V13 (TIA Portal). The connection is via PROFINET. Following
this, you can configure the reader using the WBM while you control the work with the reader
using the Ident library of the TIA Portal.
The reader is connected, has started up and a device name has been assigned to the
reader. The TIA Portal has been started.
Follow the steps below to create a new project:
1. Call up the TIA Portal with "Start > All Programs > Siemens Automation > TIA Portal Vxx".
2. Create a new project.
3. Change to the Project view.
4. Using the project tree, insert a SIMATIC controller in the project using the "Add new
device" menu command.
The device view opens and the SIMATIC controller is displayed.
5. Drag the required reader type from the hardware catalog to the project ("Detecting &
Monitoring > Ident systems > PROFINET > SIMATIC RF600").
6. Change to the network view and connect the reader to the SIMATIC controller.
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