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What do I need to take into account when directly selecting setpoint values with MI4 units ?

  • Information on this can be obtained by clicking the question.

How do you enter Configuration mode on MI4 units if the ENTER key has been assigned a macro ?

  • By means of special operations during the power-up

How do you exchange data via Profibus DP between a Moeller PLC with a CM4-504/LE4-504/PS416-NET-441 and a Siemens S7/C7?

  • Use Siemens system function SFC13/SFC14/SFC15.

How can you display I/O status information and other modules in the DP Configurator, and how do you force the outputs?

  • Click on the question to obtain information.

What is the pin assignment of the KPG3-PS3 cable ?

  • Click on the question to obtain information.

How can you connect the outputs in parallel on the LE4-116-DD1 and LE4-116-XD1?

  • Only the outputs of the same driver should be connected in parallel.

How can you connect a PROFIBUS-DP master and a PROFIBUS-DP slave to the PS4-341-MM1 together?

  • Click on the question to obtain information.

How much data can a PS416-NET-440 Profibus DP master card send to each station and how much can it receive ?

  • The PS416-NET-440 can receive 244 bytes and send 244 bytes.

What is the current hardware version of the PS3AC and PS3DC ?

  • The current hardware version (12/2000) of the PS3AC and PS3DC is : Version 1.7

How is the hardware counter in the PS4-341-MM1 activated and programmed ?

  • The PS4-341-MM1 counter is activated and assigned parameters in the Sucosoft S40 Topology Configurator.

How can I connect up an MI4 or MV4 unit via Sucosoft S30 ?

  • Use the S30-AM-I40 application modu

Which function does the file PS40_Transfer_Link.DLL support ??

  • The file supports additional functions of the file SucomA32.DLL.

Does Sucosoft S40 include the FAlarm function block?

  • The EdgeAlarm function block is available instead.

Can Sucosoft S40 also be run on Linux?

  • Information on this can be obtained by clicking the question

What temperature monitoring options are available with the PS4 / PS416 system?

  • EM4-101-TX1, EM4-101-TX2 remote expansion modules and the PS4-271-MM1 PLC offer temperature measuring features.

How do you implement the short-circuit monitoring of the outputs on the
PS416-OUT-400 / -410 cards ?

  • Use a ZAA central monitoring unit

On which PC operating systems does the PROFIBUS-FMS Configurator run ?

  • From version 3.3 or higher, MS-Windows 95, MS-Windows 98 and MS-Windows NT. Before this version, only MS-Windows 3.xx.

Is the NG31 still available or is there a similar substitute ?

  • A substitute can be obtained directly from the company Hubert Schröter. Click the question to obtain information.

Does the Moeller automation product range include an SSI interface for absolute positioning encoders ?

  • The LE4-633-CX1 local expansion module is available for this

How can you implement a connection between an EPC335 card and a PS4?

  • Use the KPG3-PS3 cable. Order No.: 014487

How can you map a larger number of I/O to the marker range ?

  • Use the

Is there a German version of the Profibus DP Configurator ?

  • Click on the question to obtain information.

Can I use the PS416-CPU in the PS316 rack with its I/O cards ?

  • Neither the rack nor the I/O-cards of the PS316 series can be used.

Which version of Sucosoft S40 supports: Structured text programming (ST) ?

  • From Sucosoft S40; version 5.0

What is the successor of the EM4-101-AA1 ?

  • The successor is the EM4-101-AA2

What settings are required to connect an MI4 to a PS4-341 via Suconet K ?

  • a) Check MI4 configuration
    b) Check PLC Topology Configurator

I wish to use the CFG-DP V2.0 to configure an XI/ON slave with an analog output(-10V..+10V). However, this was not shown in the module list.

  • The reason why the module texts are not shown is that the column width setting inside the module selection window has to be changed.

As take is the MV4 coupling to a Mitsubushi A series PLC ?

  • With the communications module AJ71C24

How do you transfer the PLC time to the MV4 ?

  • Click on the question to obtain information.

What is with the communication between a MV4 and a Siemens PLC, to heed ?

  • Attention: The Bytes are reversed.

Can the PS4-341-MM1 emulate the Sucom-A of the PS316 ?

  • Yes, with the PS4-341-MM1 operating system from Sucosoft S40 version 4.0

What is necessary to actuate a contactor coil as an emergency measure when the PLC malfunctions ?

  • Decoupling via a protective diode

How is the environment language selected in the MV4 Configurator ?

  • In the menue: Config

How can consistent data be received with a Profibus DP master?

  • By adjustment of the consistent data length

Can Sucosoft S40; version 4.00 still run on Windows 3.11 ?

  • No, since S40 uses 32-bit functions.
    The S40 runs with Windows 95/98 or with Windows NT 4.0

Is it possible to change the analog output of the PS4-271 from a 0-10 V to a 0-20 or 4-20 mA signal using an 500 Ohm resistor ?

  • No, since only 5 mA is provided at the analog output.

Can the S40 OPC Server V1.0 for Windows NT copied to
hard disk drive E too with 1.26 GB free memory ?

  • Yes, please further information heeds. (Clicks the question)

Is it possible to set the panel brightness of the MI4-471-TC1 touch panel ?

  • Unfortunately not with this type !

Can the DE4-CFG-200 configuration software be ordered separately?

  • The DE4-CFG-200 configuration software cannot be ordered separately. It is part of the documentation (AWB823-1279-D/GB/F) of the DE4-COM-2X serial interface and is supplied on CD.

Is it possible to use the DE4-NET-K network module with DF4-120 frequency inverters ?

  • The DE4-NET-K network module cannot be used with DF4-120 frequency inverters. The module is used to connect the DF4-340 and DF4-341 frequency inverters directly to the Suconet K fieldbus.

When should motor chokes be used ?

  • When long motor feeders are involved. These are used to reduce the edge steepness of the inverter output voltage.

Should a mains choke always be used ?

  • It is recommended. With some frequency inverters this is absolutely necessary.

When are radio suppression filters used?

  • Please click on the question to obtain further infomation !

What should be taken into account with the cyclical mains switching of frequency inverters ?

  • Frequency inverters should be switched on at most once every 3 minutes otherwise the internal inrush current limit will be exceeded.

When should sinusoidal filters be used?

  • When the frequency inverter is to supply a sinusoidal output voltage. With long motor feeders. To reduce the edge steepness of the inverter output voltage.

How is the EASY205-ASI addressed ?

  • Click the question to obtain further information.

How much and which data can the EASY205-ASI exchange with the AS-Interface master ?

  • As with all AS-i-slaves, a maximum of 4 input bits, 4 output bits and 4 parameter bits (from the point of view of the AS-i-master) can be transported between the master and slave (EASY205-ASI).

How do you use the contacts and coils designated as ?

  • R stands for the inputs of the expansion units and S for the outputs of the expansion units.

Can the outputs of the EASY..-D.-T.. units be provided with short-circuit monitoring?

  • Yes, using inputs I15, I16, R15, R16 depending on the EASY type.

Is there a demo version of EASY-Soft and what are its restrictions compared to the full version ?

  • Yes, there is a demo version of EASY-Soft.
    Click the link below to download it.

How can you prepare your own Suconet K/K1 cable ?

  • Use LT309.096 cable and connector S1-PS3.

How many circuit connections can EASY412-... and EASY6..-... units support ?

  • EASY412 units can support 41 circuit connections and
    EASY6..-... units 121.

How can PLCs be provided with serial interfaces ?

  • The ZB4-501-UM3 and ZB4-501-UM4 interface converters can be used for this purpose

How can closed-loop control tasks be implemented with the PS4/PS416 PLC systems ?

  • There are two application modules with two-point controllers, three-point controllers, PID controllers and there is a closed-loop control toolbox for complex closed-loop control.

Is there an OPC interface for Moeller PS4/PS416 programmable controllers ?

  • The S40 OPC-server interface is available for the PS4/PS416 programmable controllers.

How can the PS4/PS416 system receive and evaluate the DCF77 radio time signal ?

  • A DCF77 receiver is required for receiving the DCF77 radio time signals and a software is required for evaluating the signal.

What is an application module?

  • An application module contains software function blocks for the PLC. These software modules offer solutions for standard automation tasks.

What cable can be used for PROFIBUS-DP ?

  • Click the question to obtain the technical data of the cable.

How many characters can be entered in the comment field in the POU Editor under POU Info ?

  • The comment field of the POU is 15 KByte.

Is it possible to carry out remote diagnostics for the PS4/PS416 system ?

  • Remote diagnostics can be carried out using a modem connection between the programming device and the PLC.

Is it possible to run a Suconet K2 line with the PS416 ?

  • The PS416-NET-210 Suconet K1/K2 card and the S40-AM-K2-D/GB application module are required for running Suconet K2 with the PS416.

How can I send and receive SMS messages with the PS4/PS416 system?

  • SMS application modules (software function blocks) allow SMS messages (SMS = Short Message Service) to be sent and received.

Do the PS4 compact PLCs have a MODBUS/JBUS interface ?

  • A MODBUS/JBUS interface can be implemented using the S40-AM-K4-D/GB application module and an interface converter.

How can large volumes of data be transferred via Suconet K or PROFIBUS-DP ?

  • The Suconet K/PROFIBUS-DP data multiplexer application module enables the transfer of large data volumes.

Is it possible to carry out floating point arithmetic operations with PS4 compact PLCs ?

  • Floating point arithmetic is a basic function of the PS4-341-MM1. With the PS4-150/200 you can use the S40-AM-A1-D/GB application module to implement floating point arithmetic functions.

How can the ″S″ outputs of the expansion units otherwise be used ?

  • If the Easy basic unit is used without expansion units, the ″S″ outputs can be used as additional markers.

Which memory module version can be used in the PS4-341-MM1 as a space ?

  • Note: verify PS4-341-MM1 version number.

What is OPC ?

  • OLE for Process Control

Can the Sucom_A functionblock be used on the PS4-... MM1 in order to program the PLC with Sucosoft S40 ?

  • No

Is there a data multiplexer for Suconet-K / PROFIBUS-DP ?

  • Yes, the application module S40-AM-K1-GB contents a data multiplexer for Suconet-K / PROFIBUS-DP.

Which PS4 type can be equipped with the PROFIBUS-DP master module ?

  • Only the PS4-341-MM1.

Is it possible to expand the memory of a MI4-471-TC1 Touch Panel
with a 2 or 4 MByte memory ZB4-902-SF1 or ZB4904-SF1?

  • Yes

What is the type designation of the spare memory module for the ZB4-901-SF1 ?

  • ZB4-901-SF2

Where can I get the latest Sucosoft S40 Service Pack?

  • From the MOELLER FTP Server, please click on the question.

How is the current version of the Profibus-DP Configurator for S40 available ?

  • Over download, please click on the question.

What is the maximum number of slave stations that can be run with the
LE4-504-BS1 (PROFIBUS-DP master) ?

  • 124 Slaves

Why is the MV4-Configurator only available with the type MV4-CFG-1 ?

  • MV4-CFG-1-GB

Which available MV4-devices are not listed in Main Catalogue ?

  • Typen: MV4-590-TA1 und /TA2 und /-XX1

Which touch panels are available in stainless steel?

  • MV4 Touch panels.

Test Intranet access

  • Test Intranet access

How many LE4-505-BS1 and CM4-505-GS1 AS-Interface masters can be connected to a PS4-... ?

  • Click on the question to obtain information.

Can several telecontrol modules ZB4-501-TC2 be connected to a Suconet line ?

  • The ZB4-501-TC2 can connect up to 14 on a Suconet line.

Is it possible to implement an MV4 interface via Device Net ?

  • Yes, with MV4 configurator MV4-CFG-1 since version 3.12.4 and a communication card ZB4-606-IF1.

What should be done if the write protection in the MV4 standard recipe management function cannot be removed ?

  • Only possible with MV4 configurator MV4-CFG-1 from version 3.12.

Can several interface converters be connected to a Suconet line ?

  • Yes, the ZB4-501-UM4 allows up to 14 to be connected in a Suconet line. The conversion is from Suconet K to RS232.

Which PLC types can be connected to the ZB4-501-UM4 ?

  • PS4-150/-200/-300 and PS416 series.

How can PS4 compact PLCs be expanded locally?

  • The PS 4 compact PLCs are expanded with LE4-. . . expansion modules.

What design measures are required to integrate an LE4-504-BT1 (PROFIBUS-DP Slave) in a STEP 7 hardware configuration?

  • The design measures for integrating an LE4-504-BT1 (PROFIBUS-DP Slave) in a STEP 7 hardware configuration are shown in a video that can be downloaded.

How can a message be printed out on MI4 display and operator systems?

  • Information on this is provided in an application note that can be obtained free-of-charge from the Internet.

How can an MI4 operator panel be connected to a Siemens S7 PLC?

  • An MI4 operator panel can be connected to a Siemens S7 PLC via MPI.

How can an MV4 touch panel be connected to a Siemens S7 PLC?

  • An MV4 touch panel can be connected to a Siemens S7 PLC using PROFIBUS-DP.

What are the chemical substances that the front of the MV4 touch operator panel is resistant to?

  • Click the question to obtain information on the chemical resistance of the MV4 front panel.

How can PS4/PS416 systems be networked with PROFIBUS-FMS?

  • Different modules/cards are available for networking PS4/PS416 systems with PROFIBUS-FMS. Click the question to obtain further information.

How can the PS416 networked with PROFIBUS-PA?

  • The PS416 can be networked with PROFIBUS-PA using a segment coupler.

How are PS416 systems networked using the PS416-NET-400 Suconet K network card?

  • Click the question above to obtain a description of the networking of PS416 systems.

Is it possible to synchronize the time between several MI4 display and operator units?

  • Yes! This is described in an application note that is available from the Internet.

To which PLC types can the ZB4-501-TC2 be connected ?

  • The ZB4-501-TC2 can be connected on the PS4-150/-200/-300 and PS416 series.

Is there any presentation material for the MI4-display and operating units ?

  • Yes

What languages are containd in the EASYSOFT upgrade, version 3.1 ?

  • German, English, Spanish, French, Italian, Portuguese

From which operating system version (OS) of an EASY6 can an EASY204-DP Profibus-DP slave communication module be connected ?

  • OS version 2.4

What EASY power supply unit can be used to provide the DC control relays
with a + 24V supply ?

  • EASY400-POW

Which components are containd in the EASY620-TB-GB trainer box and in which languages is it available ?

  • Click the question to obtain further information.

Is there a new version of EASY-SOFT for addressing the EASY204-DP ?

  • Yes, click the question to the download.

Can the CoBox also be run on the Suconet (RS485) interface?

  • On the PS4-341-MM1 the CoBox can also be run directly on the Suconet interface if the SucomA function block is called in Transparent mode.

Is there a software to support the PROFIBUS-DP link of the Easy control relay to the EASY204-DP module with a MOELLER control system PS4 / PS416 ?

  • The S40-AM-K6-D/GB application module is provided for this purpose. Click the question to obtain the application module via the Internet.

Is the software for configuring MI4 display and control devices compatible to Windows 2000 and Windows NT?

  • Yes, from version 2.01

What is the meaning of the flashing DEF-Dirty LED on the MV4 ?

  • When this LED is flashing, either the IR frame is slightly dirty or an IR sensor has failed. The flashing LED is only a warning.

What should be remembered on the MV4 Touch Operator Panel in order to prioritize the ″Print Report″ function while the ″Print Online Errors″ function is active ?

  • Click the question to obtain further information.

Can the PS4/PS416 communicate via Ethernet ?

  • For the communication with Ethernet is the network-module ″COBOX″ available.

Can the PS4-151-MM1 be mounted and run in a vertical position?

  • Yes, the vertical mounting position is possible if the interfaces (PRG / Suconet) are towards the bottom.

Which PS416 cards can be used in the PS316 ?

  • The following PS416 cards were tested and released for the PS316 series:
    PS416-INP-400, PS416-INP-401
    PS416-OUT-400, PS416-OUT-401

Which MI4-units and frequency inverters are supported from Sucosoft S40, Version V4.21 ?

  • Click the question to obtain further information.

With which operating system is EASY-SOFT V3.1 compatible ?

  • Windows 95 / 98 and Windows NT 4.0 (Service-Pack 3 and higher).

What is the name of the application module for data exchange between the EASY204-DP and PS4-341/PS416 ?

  • The application module is called S40-AM-K6-D/GB.

Which MI4 Operator Panels are approved by the Underwriters Laboratories (UL) and for the Canadian market (C UL) ?

  • You see table:

Is there an electronic of the Moeller Catalogue available on CD-ROM ?

  • Yes, click the question to obtain further information.

Is there a Powerpoint presentation available for the S40-OPC-Server ?

  • Yes; opcser_g.ppt

Which PLC types can be connected to the S40-OPC-Server as clients ?

  • PS4-141/-151/-201/-271/-341-MM1as well as the PS416

Which connection interfaces are possible for connection between the PC (S40-OPC-Server) and PLC (Clients) ?

  • Click the question to obtain further information.

How can the analog values of the potentiometers on PS4 controllers be converted to TIME type variables?

  • Click the question to obtain further information.

What is the application module required for data exchange between the PS40 controller via Ethernet?

  • The application module is: S40-AM-K5-GB, to download please click on the question.

What hardware (PLC) can be used with the Positioning Toolbox ?

  • PS4-341-MM1 and PS416

What are the function changes of version 2.04 of MI4-CFG-1-D/GB ?

  • Click the question to obtain further information.

How can I reach the version 2.04 of the MI4-Generier-Software MI4-CFG-1 ?

  • A Download is possible with clicks the question.

Where are the version lists for Moeller PS4/PS416, EM4, LE4, Sucosoft and MI4/MV4 ?

  • With clicks the question you reach the current version lists.

What is the name of the manual for AS-i Profibus-Gateways (CM4-505-GV1/GV2) ?

  • The article-number is AWB2700-1409-GB.
    The manual is available on the Moeller homepage => support => Quick Search to: CM4-505.

Which EASY-SOFT version can be used for programming Profibus-DP Interface ?

  • Version V3.1 and higher!

Is there a DEMO version for the MV4 Configurator (Galileo) ?

  • Yes, with clicks the question you reach the download.

What are the functional changes in the MV4-CFG-1-D/GB version V4.00.1 ?

  • See answer!

What is the application module for Ethernet data coupling with the
PS4-150/-200/-341 and PS416 ?

  • Yes, the application module S40-AM-K5-GB. With clicks the question to download.

What has to be observed when a PS416-MEM-442 or PS416-MEM-443 memory module is ordered ?

  • See answer!

What is the EASY expansion unit for 2 additional relay outputs called ?

  • EASY202-RE

Does the EASY202-RE expansion unit require its own voltage supply ?

  • No: This is supplied directly from the basic unit.

Which EASY types are approved by RINA (Registro Italiano Navale), the Italian register of shipping ?

  • 8 EASY types (see the answer)

Which LE4-... modules have a CSA approval (Status: November 2001) ?

  • All the LE4-... modules which are in the Main Catalogue 2002: Automatisierungstechnik, Antriebstechnik have CSA approval.

What must be done when the Sucosoft S40 V4.xx will not start in conjunction with network printers running under WIN2000 ?

  • Click the question to obtain further informations.

Which termination resistance values are required with PROFIBUIS-DP ?

  • 390 Ohms / 220 Ohms / 390 Ohms

How high is the level of input impedance with the PS4-..., LE4-..., EM4-100/200 and the PS416-INP400/401 input module ?

  • With the PS4-..., EM4-... and PS416-... the input impedance is 6.5 kOhms, with LE4-... the input impedance is 4.1 kOhms

Can masks used on MV4-xxx and MI4-xxx touch panels burn the display if they are displayed continuously over a long period ?

  • Yes

Can the PROFIBUS-DP Configurator CFG-DP (version V2.0) be downloaded ?

  • Please click the question !

How can the maximum counter frequency of an EASY control relay be determined from the cycle time ?

  • Please click on the question to obtain further information.

Where can the EASY documentation be obtained ?

  • When clicks the question a Download is possible.

How do you know that an expansion device is connected to the
EASY619 / 621- . . . ?

  • If at least one contact R or contact/coil S is used in the circuit diagram, the basic unit assumes that an expansion device is connected.

Where can the S40-AM-... application modules be downloaded ?

  • When clicks the question a download is possible.

What is the permissible power supply range for the PS4-.../EM4-... and LE4-... devices ?

  • With 24V power supply (DC), from 20.4 to 28.8 V
    With 115 to 230 V power supply (AC): from 98 to 264 V

Where can the device master data (GSD file) for XI/ON be downloaded?

  • When clicks the question a download is possible.

What is the correct course of action when diagnostics status message:
″ Unexpected Type ″

  • Please check the version number, the version 01 or 03 and higher is o.k.

Are there any semiconductor contactors for resistive and inductive loads that can be used for soft starting three-phase motors ?

  • Yes.Please click on the question to obtain further information !

Is it possible to combine the XN-4DI-24VDC-P and XN-4DI-24VDC-N input module with the XN-S4x-SBBS base module ?

  • Yes it is possible. Advantage: Reduced space requirements for your XI/ON station and savings in time and costs for wiring.

Is there a counter module in the fieldbus-system ?

  • Yes, in the XI/ON system is a counter module XN-1CNT-24VDC.

What is the name of the Excel file for outside temperature measurement in Bonn, incl. time and date?

  • an27k15d.exe

Which S40 software version can be run on which Windows version ?

  • Please click on the question to obtain further information.

What should be done when the data exchange between the central cards of a PS416 and the CPU from S40 version 4.12 is not consistent (data from different cycles) ?

  • You need the new operation system OS 416M_410.

Is there an update for the closed-loop control toolbox ?

  • Yes, please click on the question to reach the download.

What is the name of the documentation for DIAIoc LON ?

  • Please click on the question to obtain further information.

What is the name of the documentation for the LON-LE (LE4-509-BS1) ?

  • Please click on the question to obtain further information.

Can MV4 (Galileo) versions 3.x and 4.x be installed in parallel in separate directories?

  • Yes, but both programs must not be started at the same time since it is not possible to copy the data from a 3.x project to a 4.x project.

How can data be transferred from a PS4 to another PLC system and displayed on an MV4 ?

  • Yes it is possible. Please click the question to obtain further information.

How do you declare a function block in S40 as retentive ?

  • Please click on the question to obtain further information.

Can a PS4 or PS416 program be SAVED/RESTORED (packed/unpacked) ?

  • Yes, with the function: SAVE in the S40 navigator.

What are the new features of Sucosoft S40 Version V5.0 ?

  • The Sucosoft S40 version V5.0 is a 32-bit software that can be run on Windows operating systems 98 (SE), ME, NT 4.0 (SP6), 2000 (SP2), XP and XP Pro. Automatic variable declaration and Structured Text are new functions.

Can an MI4-140-KF1 (MI4 hand-held) be connected to an
Siemens S7-300 / S7-400 via MPI ?

  • Yes, MPI connections are supported.

Does the S40-AM-TD; Version V2.0 application module contain any new functions for dial-up lines compared to version V1.x ?

  • Please click on the question to obtain further information.

What new functions for leased-line communication does the S40-AM-TL Version V2.1 application module provide compared to Version V1.x ?

  • Expansion to 64 outstations, the parameters are assigned using the function block.

How can Moeller PLCs be connected to SCADA or visualisation systems of other manufacturers ?

  • SCADA/visualisation systems with an OPC-Interface can be linked directly to a Moeller PLC using the S40-OPC server. Data transfer is implemented via RS232, modem or Ethernet TCP/IP.

What is the simplest way of exchanging data (e.g. for visualisation) between a PLC and a PC?

  • Using the Sucoma_32 driver, download with click on the question

Can several LD instructions be programmed in succession for testing purposes?

  • No. With XSystem this is not possible. Several load instructions in succession in the same sequence will not produce a permissible sequence and are therefore illegal.

How big is the memory for historic diagnostics in the I/OAssistant software?

  • The historic diagnostics is saved in the gateway. This memory is sufficient for 20 entries that can be saved for up to 24 days. Each new diagnostics report removes the oldest one from the memory. A voltage interruption has the effect of a reset.

How many inputs are available on the EM4-101-AA2 in Suconet K mode ?

  • In Suconet K mode there is no restriction. All 4 voltage and 4 current inputs are available. The allocation to the input address is shown in table 4-24 in the documentation AWB27-1257D.

Can I also configure XStart modules with the I/OAssistant ?

  • Yes, XStart modules can be configured with the I/OAssistant.

How do I change the IP address (Internet Protocol) in an XC600 ?

  • In the device menu select from the main menu:
    Device => Network =>IP address.
    The device must be restarted once the ip address has been changed.
    The restart takes place automatically by returning to the main menu via ENTER.

Is there an available S40 function block for XI/ON diagnostics evaluation with the Moeller PLC ?

  • Yes, XI/ON diagnostics can be evaluated with the function bloc : PdpStationDiag.

How many XStart modules can be configured in an XI/ON station ?

  • A maximum of 20 XStart modules can be used as DOL starters without trip-indicating auxiliary contacts in an XI/ON station. With a trip-indicating auxilary contact and reversing starters with / without trip indication, the maximum number is only 10.

Are in XI/ON the slices for potential isolation and power supply protected against polarity reversal and short-circuits (for 24V DC and 230 V AC) ?

  • Please click on the question to obtain further information.

Is there a software to support the PROFIBUS-DP link of the Easy control relay with the EASY204-DP module to the Siemens S7-300 ?

  • The S7-AM-K6-D/GB application module is provided for this purpose.

Are WINbloc and XI/ON protected against incorrect plug connection ?

  • Yes, for every WINbloc and XI/ON electronic module, we provide coding elements that can be used if required.

Does WINbloc and XI/ON have the same function in the same network type ?

  • Yes, this is ensured without restriction.

With which standards and regulations for industrial requirements does WINbloc comply ?

  • Standards and regulations:
    VDE 0611 Part 1/8.92
    IEC/EN 60 947-7-1

With which European EMC standard does WINbloc comply ?

  • WINbloc interference immunity complies with EN 50082-1 and -2.

Is it possible to display only the alarm text in an MI4 - project and suppress the red Alarm LED in the event of a fault ?

  • When creating the MI4 project in the MI4-CFG-1 software activate the following option:
    Project => Alarms => Message only

How are the XI/ON modules coded?

  • The modules are self-coding. This is done by fitting the card (electronic module) in the base unit.

What terminals are used with XI/ON ?

  • Screw or tension clamp terminals are used with XI/ON.

Is the size of XI/ON smaller than competitor products ?

  • Yes, XI/ON input/output modules (slices) are 12.5 mm wide. Most competitor modules, such as Siemens, have a width of 15 mm.

What are the maximum number of digital and analog modules (channels) ?

  • The maximum number of digital channels is 256 per station and 64 analog channels per station.

What is the assignment of the four-wire terminal base module ZS 41.5/16 S/S/PE-+UI with the WINblock module DP-4AAI/UI ?

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Can DF5 and DV5 series frequency inverters be connected to PROFIBUS-DP?

  • Yes

How do I implement the DeviceNet interfacing of an Easy 600 to a SLC 500 from Allen Bradley ?

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What is the minimum quantity available for customized seals for the MI4 devices ?

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Which devices are available as a replacement of the MV4-590-TA1 and
MV4-590-TA2 ?

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Which Touch Panel design software version (Galileo) is required for configuring the MV4-690-TBx device ?

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Is the documentation for the MV4 Configuration Software AWB-C2700-1348D (Galileo, Galileo Runtime) also available in printed form?

  • Yes, but only in German Language. Order number: 255881

Can I use only Input slices on a PROFIBUS-DP XI/ON XSystem Remote Gateway ?

  • No. Please click on the question to obtain further information !

Are the analog channels of XI/ON potentially isolated?

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Is it permissible with XI/ON to plug in and remove modules when energized ?

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How many different CPUs are available in the XControl System ?

  • 4 CPUs. Please click on the question to obtain further information !

Which electric circuit should be used for the DF5 and DV5 frequency inverter in order to directly connect the negative logic of the frequency inverter to the positive logic of the PLC ?

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What types of XI/ON base modules can be run on the XC-ADP-XION local expansion module of the XC400/600 series?

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What is the type reference for XStart (DOL starters / reversing starters) if the
″Trip indication″ (AGM) signal is to be transferred via the bus ?

  • AGM. Please click on the question to obtain further information !

Is it possible to run a bus refreshing module or power feeding module directly on the XI/ON expansion module?

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Some MI4 units have keys are labelled with letters. How can these keys be accessed in the Keyboard Macro Editor?

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How is the integrated alphabetical keyboard used on some MI4 devices?

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What information is required for determining the layout costs for customized seals (logos) for MI4 or MV4 devices ?

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Is it possible to write a macro in the MI4 Keyboard Macro Editor that is only run if two or more keys are pressed simultaneously ?

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Can different macros be assigned to the same key for MI4 ?

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Are there any starter training possibilities for networking with the EASY800?

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Can I connect different phases of a 230 V AC EASY basic unit to the power supply and to the inputs (e.g L1 to the power supply; L2 to I1 or L3 to I2) ?

  • In order to prevent the device from being destroyed, the supply and the input voltage must be connected to the same phase / phase conductor.

What are the components of the EASY822 Trainer Board?

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Can I connect different phases on a 230 V AC EASY expansion device to the power supply or to the outputs (e.g. L1 to supply, L2 to S1 or L3 to S2)?

  • Yes. Please click on the question to obtain further information !

Can I connect different phases on a 230 V AC EASY expansion device to the power supply or to the inputs (e.g. L1 to supply, L2 to R1 or L3 to R2)?

  • The power supply of the expansion device and the power supply for the inputs R1...R12 are not isolated.

Does the EASY800 have an adapter for using the EASY600 Mini Trainer ?

  • Yes, the EASY620 Mini Trainer can be used with the help of the EASY800-AK adapter kit (order no.: 262018).

Which operating system is required for running EASY-SOFT V4.x?

  • Windows 98, Windows NT 4.0 (Service Pack 6 or higher), Windows ME and Windows XP.

How many circuit connections can be wired on EASY412-..., EASY6..-... and EASY8..-... devices?

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How many texts and characters per text can be displayed on the display versions of EASY6..-... and EASY8..-... series devices?

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What is the permissible operating temperature of the EASY control relays?

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Which EASY types have shipping approvals for Germanischer Lloyd (GL)?

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Are there any EASY control relay versions with frequency counters, high-speed counters and incremental value counters?

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What is the maximum counter frequency range of the CF... function block on EASY8..-DC.. devices?

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How many operating menu languages are supported on the EASY412-..., EASY6..-... and EASY8..-... devices?

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Which timer relay functions can be implemented with the EASY412-..., EASY6..-... and EASY8..-... devices?

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How can the sequence depth be increased on EASY412-..., EASY6..-... and EASY8..-... devices ?

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How many sequences can be wired per circuit connection using EASY412-..., EASY6..-... and EASY8..-... devices ?

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What is the final date of availabilty for the products of the DF4 and DV4 range of frequency inverters ?

  • The final date of availability for the DF4 and DV4 is the 31.12.2002.

Are there EASY DC device versions with more than 2 analog inputs ?

  • Yes, EASY8..-DC-.. devices allow 4 of the 12 digital inputs to be used as analog inputs.

How many EASY8..-... stations can be connected in the NET ?

  • The maximum number in the NET is 8.

What is the range of the maximum counter frequency of the CH.. function block on EASY8..-DC.. devices ?

  • The maximum counter frequency is 5kHz.
    The signals must be square wave signals, the pulse/pause ratio must be 1:1.

What is the range of the maximum counter frequency of the CI.. function block on EASY8..-DC.. devices ?

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What data can be transferred on the NET with EASY8..-... devices ?

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Which operating modes are possible for EASY8..-... devices on the NET ?

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What is the maximum possible length of the NET and max. baud rate for EASY8..-... devices ?

  • The maximum length of the NET is 1000 metres from the first to the last station. Baud rates of 10 KBit/s to 1000 KBit/s are possible depending on the length of the NET implemented.

Is there a possibility / are there any accessories for a door / front mounting for EASY ?

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What is the final date of availability of Touch Panel VTP1- and VTP2 devices including accessories ?

  • The final date of availability of Touch Panel VTP1- and VTP2 devices including accessories is the december 2002.

What is EASY-SOFT dials up an Internet connection while starting the online-help ?

  • Microsoft Compiled HTML Help (*.chm) requires the file >>HHActiveX.dll<<

Which EASY control relay has the approval of the Germanischer Lloyd (GL) shipping classification?

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Is it possible to run EASY6...-...I/O expansion modules with EASY8...-... device versions?

  • Yes, all EASY6..-... I/O expansions can be run with all EASY8..-... device versions.

What resolution do the analog inputs and outputs of the EASY8..-DC.. devices have?

  • The analog inputs and outputs have a 10-bit resolution. (0.01 V / 0-1023 Inc.).

How can I delete a comment line (Note) in EasySoft 4.xx?

  • Right-click the line and select Delete Note.

Do EASY DC versions have an analog output?

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Is there a separate EASY-SOFT V3.1 Help available for downloading?

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Which updates / upgrades are currently available for the different versions of EASY-SOFT?

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Which MI4 operator and display units are no longer available?

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Which types of XI/ON basic modules can be run on the XC-ADP-XION expansion module of the XC400/600 series?

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Can a bus refreshing module or power feeding module be run directly on the local XI/ON expansion?

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Is there a help file available for the EASY-SOFT V4.xx (English version) ?

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How do you read or write the inputs and outputs of the PS4 controller directly?

  • With direct peripheral access. Please click on the question to obtain further information !

How do you determine the reaction time of a PS4 controller?

  • By adding together the input delay, maximum PLC cycle time and output delay. Please click on the question to obtain further information!

What can be the reason why XI/ON block module are not responding?

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What do you have to check if the red DIAG-LEDs of all modules of a station are lit?

  • Check that all basic modules are making correct contact. Always push the basic modules tightly together, and use end brackets on the top-hat rail for fixing.

How is a local XI/ON expansion of the XC600 incorporated and addressed in XSoft?

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Which components also have to be ordered for the XC-CPU101-C64/128K-8DI-6DO in order to operate these devices?

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How many XI/OC modules can be docked onto an XC100 controller?

  • Up to 7 XI/OC modules can be docked onto a XC100 controller. Spaces are also permissible.

What is the maximum memory card size supported by XC100 controllers?

  • The maximum memory card size supported by the XC100 controller is 128 MByte. Moeller currently offers memory card sizes of 16 MByte and 32 MByte.

What is the factory baud rate setting for the RS232 interface of the XC100 controller?

  • The baud rate of the XC100 RS232 interface is factory set to 57,600 baud.

How can the baud rate of the XC100 controller be changed?

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Is there an overview of the abbreviations of the easy800 function blocks?

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Is it possible to calculate the available memory in an easy800?

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How much memory is taken up by the associated function blocks, constants and circuit connections of an easy800 control relay?

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Is there an engineering guide for the easy800?

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Is there an Application Note for EASY 800?

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: What is the meaning of the abbreviations of the function blocks for an easy800?

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Can event scripts for the MV4... (Galileo Software V 4.0) be started automatically or triggered by a bit?

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When are radio suppression filters used?

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