Simatic ident, rfid systems, communication module (66 pages)
Summary of Contents for Siemens CP 5612
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CP 5612 Preface Description of the device SIMATIC NET Software installation Hardware installation PG/PC - PROFIBUS CP 5612 Configuration Technical specifications Operating Instructions Approvals 05/2021 C79000-G8976-C278-04...
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Note the following: WARNING Siemens products may only be used for the applications described in the catalog and in the relevant technical documentation. If products and components from other manufacturers are used, these must be recommended or approved by Siemens. Proper transport, storage, installation, assembly, commissioning, operation and maintenance are required to ensure that the products operate safely and without any problems.
Content of this documentation These operating instructions contain information about the installation and configuration of the CP 5612 communications processor. Updated operating instructions on the Internet You will find the current version of these operating instructions on the Product Support pages under the following entry ID: 58826992 (https://support.industry.siemens.com/cs/ww/en/view/58826992)
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The following and possibly other names not identified by the registered trademark sign ® are registered trademarks of Siemens AG: SIMATIC NET, HARDNET, SOFTNET, CP 1612, CP 1613, CP 5612, CP 5613, CP 5614, CP 5622 Industry Online Support In addition to the product documentation, you are supported by the comprehensive online information platform of Siemens Industry Online Support at the following Internet address: Link: (https://support.industry.siemens.com/cs/de/en/)
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In order to protect plants, systems, machines and networks against cyber threats, it is necessary to implement – and continuously maintain – a holistic, state-of-the-art industrial security concept. Siemens’ products and solutions form one element of such a concept. Customers are responsible for preventing unauthorized access to their plants, systems, machines and networks.
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Do not dispose of the products at public disposal sites. For environmentally compliant recycling and disposal of your electronic waste, please contact a company certified for the disposal of electronic waste or your Siemens representative. Note the different national regulations.
Description of the device Product characteristics Properties The CP 5612 is a communications processor for connecting PCs (personal computers) or PGs (programming devices) to PROFIBUS and MPI networks. The essential properties are as follows: • Transmission speeds up to 12 Mbps.
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Description of the device 1.1 Product characteristics Appearance The following graphic shows the CP 5612 communications processor: LEDs PROFIBUS interface PB1 (master or slave) CP 5612 Operating Instructions, 05/2021, C79000-G8976-C278-04...
RTS output signal of the CP module. The control signal is "1" Output active when the device (PG or PC) is sending. Shield The shield is connected to components of the connector hous- ing. CP 5612 Operating Instructions, 05/2021, C79000-G8976-C278-04...
Identification of the module using a diagnostics tool Green and yellow flashing synchro- Exception state; error in firmware nously Yellow on DP slave mode Yellow off Not DP slave mode Yellow flashing at one-second intervals Error in DP slave mode. CP 5612 Operating Instructions, 05/2021, C79000-G8976-C278-04...
After installing the communications processor, your PG/PC automatically searches for a suitable driver. 1. Follow the instructions of the Hardware Wizard of Windows. 2. Do not activate the search for drivers on the Internet. CP 5612 Operating Instructions, 05/2021, C79000-G8976-C278-04...
Uninstall the entire software package as described and recommended in the installation manual "SIMATIC NET PC Software". You will find the installation manual on the "SIMATIC NET PC Software" DVD or on the Product Support pages under the following entry ID: 77377602 (https://support.industry.siemens.com/cs/ww/en/view/77377602) CP 5612 Operating Instructions, 05/2021, C79000-G8976-C278-04...
The communications processor must sit firmly and uniformly in the slot. Check that the module sits firmly in the slot as described in the manual accompanying your PG/PC. Note Oblique installation position is permitted Some PG/PC designs require oblique installation of the communications processor. This is permitted. CP 5612 Operating Instructions, 05/2021, C79000-G8976-C278-04...
7. Insert the power plug into the socket again and turn your PG/PC on. The plug and play function of Windows automatically searches for a driver. 8. Follow the instructions of the Hardware Wizard of Windows. Do not activate the search for drivers on the Internet. CP 5612 Operating Instructions, 05/2021, C79000-G8976-C278-04...
PCI module Please note: The CP 5612 is a PCI card. The CP 5621, on the other hand, is a PCI Express card. This means that you can only replace a CP 5621 with a CP 5612 if there is a PCI slot available on the PG/PC.
Compatibility during configuration If there is not yet a CP 5612 in the hardware catalog of your STEP 7 version, you can select a CP 5611 A2 or CP 5611 for configuration. The CP 5612 is downwards compatible with the configurations of the previous versions.
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Technical specifications Technical specifications of the CP 5612 Shock, operating Half sine 50 m/s (5 g) (EN 60068-2-27) Time 30 ms Number of shocks 100/axis Design, dimensions and weight Module format Flat module Short PCI card Weight 98 g Dimensions (W x H x D) in mm...
The communications processor meets the requirements of the Australian AS/NZS 3548 standard according to EN 61000-6-3. CSA approval The communications processor has an approval in accordance with the Canadian CAN/CSA C22.2 No. 60950-1 standard. CP 5612 Operating Instructions, 05/2021, C79000-G8976-C278-04...
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• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. Siemens AG is not responsible for any radio television interference caused by unauthorized modifications of this equipment or the substitution or attachment of connecting cables and equipment other than those specified by Siemens AG. The correction of interference caused by such unauthorized modification, substitution or attachment will be the responsibility of the user.