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Fundamental safety
instructions 2
Introduction 3
SIMOTION
Part I: Service on the device 4
SIMOTION SCOUT
Overview of service and diagnostics Part II: Service without
options SCOUT Engineering System 5
(PC-based, SIMOTION IT)
Appendix 7
03/2018
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Legal information
Warning notice system
This manual contains notices you have to observe in order to ensure your personal safety, as well as to prevent
damage to property. The notices referring to your personal safety are highlighted in the manual by a safety alert
symbol, notices referring only to property damage have no safety alert symbol. These notices shown below are
graded according to the degree of danger.
DANGER
indicates that death or severe personal injury will result if proper precautions are not taken.
WARNING
indicates that death or severe personal injury may result if proper precautions are not taken.
CAUTION
indicates that minor personal injury can result if proper precautions are not taken.
NOTICE
indicates that property damage can result if proper precautions are not taken.
If more than one degree of danger is present, the warning notice representing the highest degree of danger will be
used. A notice warning of injury to persons with a safety alert symbol may also include a warning relating to property
damage.
Qualified Personnel
The product/system described in this documentation may be operated only by personnel qualified for the specific
task in accordance with the relevant documentation, in particular its warning notices and safety instructions. Qualified
personnel are those who, based on their training and experience, are capable of identifying risks and avoiding
potential hazards when working with these products/systems.
Proper use of Siemens products
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. The permissible
ambient conditions must be complied with. The information in the relevant documentation must be observed.
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Disclaimer of Liability
We have reviewed the contents of this publication to ensure consistency with the hardware and software described.
Since variance cannot be precluded entirely, we cannot guarantee full consistency. However, the information in
this publication is reviewed regularly and any necessary corrections are included in subsequent editions.
1 Preface.........................................................................................................................................................5
1.1 Preface.....................................................................................................................................5
1.2 Hotline and Internet addresses................................................................................................7
2 Fundamental safety instructions...................................................................................................................9
2.1 Safety instructions for electromagnetic fields (EMF)................................................................9
2.2 Handling electrostatic sensitive devices (ESD)......................................................................10
2.3 Security information...............................................................................................................11
2.4 Danger to life due to software manipulation when using removable storage media..............12
2.5 Residual risks of power drive systems...................................................................................13
3 Introduction.................................................................................................................................................15
3.1 Overview of service and diagnostics options.........................................................................15
4 Part I: Service on the device.......................................................................................................................21
4.1 Overview................................................................................................................................21
4.2 LEDs......................................................................................................................................25
4.2.1 Overview................................................................................................................................25
4.2.2 SIMOTION C..........................................................................................................................26
4.2.3 SIMOTION P320-3/P350-3....................................................................................................29
4.2.4 SIMOTION D4x5-2/D4x5.......................................................................................................31
4.2.5 SIMOTION D410-2/D410.......................................................................................................34
4.2.6 CBE30-2/CBE30 Communication Board................................................................................37
4.2.7 CX32-2/CX32 Controller Extension........................................................................................40
4.2.8 Control Unit CU320-2/CU320.................................................................................................42
4.2.9 Communication Board CBE20...............................................................................................44
4.3 7-segment display..................................................................................................................46
4.4 Interfaces...............................................................................................................................47
4.5 HMI.........................................................................................................................................49
4.6 Backing up diagnostic data and non-volatile data..................................................................53
4.7 Updating devices using the Device Update tool.....................................................................54
4.8 Licensing/License key............................................................................................................56
4.8.1 Overview................................................................................................................................56
4.8.2 Checking and amending licensing information.......................................................................56
4.8.3 Remedial measures in the event of loss................................................................................57
5 Part II: Service without SCOUT Engineering System (PC-based, SIMOTION IT).....................................59
5.1 Overview................................................................................................................................59
5.2 Establishing a connection to the device.................................................................................60
Contents
This document is part of the SIMOTION Service and Diagnostics documentation package.
Area of application
This manual is valid for SIMOTION V5.2.
SIMOTION at a glance
We have compiled an overview page from our range of information about SIMOTION with the
most important information on frequently asked topics - which can be opened with only one
click.
Whether beginner or experienced SIMOTION user – the most important downloads, manuals,
tutorials, FAQs, application examples, etc. can be found at
https://support.industry.siemens.com/cs/ww/en/view/109480700
Additional information
Click the following link to find information on the following topics:
● Documentation overview
● Additional links to download documents
● Using documentation online (find and search manuals/information)
https://support.industry.siemens.com/cs/ww/en/view/109479653
My Documentation Manager
Click the following link for information on how to compile documentation individually on the
basis of Siemens content and how to adapt it for the purpose of your own machine
documentation:
https://support.industry.siemens.com/My/ww/en/documentation
Training
Click the following link for information on SITRAIN - Siemens training courses for automation
products, systems and solutions:
http://www.siemens.com/sitrain
FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions can be found in SIMOTION Utilities & Applications, which are
included in the scope of delivery of SIMOTION SCOUT, and in the Service&Support pages in
Product Support:
https://support.industry.siemens.com/cs/de/en/ps/14505/faq
Technical support
Country-specific telephone numbers for technical support are provided on the Internet under
Contact:
https://support.industry.siemens.com/cs/ww/en/sc/2090
WARNING
Danger to life from electromagnetic fields
Electromagnetic fields (EMF) are generated by the operation of electrical power equipment
such as transformers, converters or motors.
People with pacemakers or implants are at a special risk in the immediate vicinity of these
devices/systems.
● Ensure that the persons involved are the necessary distance away (minimum 2 m).
NOTICE
Damage through electric fields or electrostatic discharge
Electric fields or electrostatic discharge can cause malfunctions through damaged individual
components, integrated circuits, modules or devices.
● Only pack, store, transport and send electronic components, modules or devices in their
original packaging or in other suitable materials, e.g conductive foam rubber of aluminum
foil.
● Only touch components, modules and devices when you are grounded by one of the
following methods:
– Wearing an ESD wrist strap
– Wearing ESD shoes or ESD grounding straps in ESD areas with conductive flooring
● Only place electronic components, modules or devices on conductive surfaces (table with
ESD surface, conductive ESD foam, ESD packaging, ESD transport container).
WARNING
Danger to life due to software manipulation when using removable storage media
The storage of files on removable storage media involves a high risk of infection, e.g. via
viruses or malware. Incorrect parameter assignment can cause machines to malfunction,
which can lead to injuries or death.
● Protect the files on removable storage media against harmful software through appropriate
protective measures, e.g. virus scanners.
Note
The full version of this manual is available as an online help containing links.
This manual (i.e. the PDF version) provides an overview of how this help text is organized and
structured. It does not include links to subjects that are only covered in the online help. The
relevant manual is referred to in each case.
Note
In the event of an fault (e.g. CPU STOP), analyze the entries in the diagnostic buffer. You can
access this in any of the scenarios covered here (Parts I to III). An overview of the scenarios
is provided later.
Comprehensive diagnostic data (Page 67) can be generated to enable the machine
manufacturer or SIEMENS to carry out a more in-depth analysis.
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If you contact the hotline for support, you should provide a description of the error/fault scenario
that is as precise and detailed as possible.
Depending on the nature of the fault, the following information may be useful:
● Diagnostic buffer backup data (see also the descriptions of scenarios without the SCOUT
Engineering System (Page 68) and with the SCOUT Engineering System (Page 91))
● Full alarm messages with numbers and all additional information
● State of LEDs/7-segment displays
● Installed software versions (SIMOTION SCOUT > Help > Information > System info...)
● Screenshots of error/fault messages and/or dialogs
Part I
Service on the device (Page 21)
Part I describes the diagnostics and service options that can be implemented directly on the
device.
Part II
Service without SCOUT Engineering System (PC-based, SIMOTION IT) (Page 59)
Part II describes the service options that can be implemented without the SCOUT Engineering
System, via the Ethernet interface of SIMOTION devices. Diagnostic functions can be viewed
using an Internet browser.
Part III
Service with SCOUT Engineering System (Page 75)
Part III presents the comprehensive range of SIMOTION SCOUT Engineering System
functions that are available for error/fault diagnostics.
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SIMOTION D modules have a service selector switch that is important for service and
diagnostic functions. In "normal" operation, this switch must remain in the 0 position. See also
Backing up during operation using a service selector switch (Page 107) and Backing up during
ramp-up using a service selector switch or INI file (Page 110).
With SIMOTION P320-3/P350-3, virtual versions of the service selector and mode switches
and the LEDs appear in the SIMOTION P state application. See also Backing up during
operation using a service selector switch (Page 107) and Backing up during ramp-up using a
service selector switch or INI file (Page 110).
SIMOTION C does not provide any switches on the device for diagnostic functions. Errors/
faults and states are displayed by means of LEDs.
Part II (Page 67) contains a detailed description of how diagnostic data and non-volatile data
should be handled.
Mode switch
You can use the mode switch to set the operating mode on the device. With SIMOTION P, the
function of this switch is implemented by means of the SIMOTION P state application. It is also
possible to change the operating mode via SIMOTION SCOUT.
Additional information
● Links in the Guides menu of the online help
● SIMOTION C Operating Instructions
● SIMOTION D4x5 Manual
● SIMOTION D4x5 Commissioning and Hardware Installation Manual
● SIMOTION D4x5-2 Manual
● SIMOTION D4x5-2 Commissioning and Hardware Installation Manual
● SIMOTION D410 Manual
● SIMOTION D410 Commissioning Manual
● SIMOTION D410-2 Manual
● SIMOTION D410-2 Commissioning and Hardware Installation Manual
● SIMOTION P320-3 and Panels Manual
● SIMOTION P350-3 and Panels Manual
4.2 LEDs
4.2.1 Overview
Every SIMOTION device features LEDs that are used for device diagnostics. The LED displays
indicate the different operating modes and any faults that occur. They do so by lighting up,
flashing, or flickering in different colors.
With SIMOTION P320-3/P350, representations of the LEDs appear in the SIMOTION P state
application.
Note
A STOPU LED may also light up if an axis control panel is activated.
The STOPU LED flickers when a CF/MMC card is being formatted. (D4x5-2: SU/PF-LED)
This does not indicate a fault.
See also
Overview (Page 67)
Backing up diagnostic data and non-volatile data (Page 53)
Backing up during operation using a service selector switch (Page 107)
Backing up during ramp-up using a service selector switch or INI file (Page 110)
Part II: Service without SCOUT Engineering System (PC-based, SIMOTION IT) (Page 59)
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● Links in the Guides menu of the online help
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displays, including all the possible combinations and flashing frequencies.
Typical errors
Additional information
● Links in the Guides menu of the online help
● SIMOTION P320-3 and Panels Manual
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PROFINET interface CBE30-2 for D4x5-2 DP/PN also feature LEDs for displaying states and
fault diagnostics.
Note
The relevant Commissioning Manuals contain a detailed description of the LED displays,
including all the possible combinations and flashing frequencies.
Typical faults
Additional information
● Links in the Guides menu of the online help
● SIMOTION D4x5 Commissioning and Hardware Installation Manual
● SIMOTION D4x5-2 Commissioning and Hardware Installation Manual
● S120 Control Units and Supplementary System Components Manual
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CBE30-2/CBE30 Communication Board (Page 37)
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the possible combinations and flashing frequencies.
Typical faults
Additional information
● Links in the Guides menu of the online help
● SIMOTION D410 Manual
● SIMOTION D410 Commissioning Manual
● S120 Control Units and Supplementary System Components Manual
● SIMOTION D410-2 Manual
● SIMOTION D410-2 Commissioning and Hardware Installation Manual
Note
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D4x5-2.
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Typical faults
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● Links in the Guides menu of the online help
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● SIMOTION D4x5-2 Commissioning and Hardware Installation Manual
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● SIMOTION D4x5-2 Commissioning and Hardware Installation Manual
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4.4 Interfaces
SIMOTION devices feature integrated interfaces, to which an HMI device or engineering PC,
for example, can be connected for the purpose of reading out diagnostic information. This
equipment is connected via either a PROFIBUS or PROFINET/Ethernet interface.
Use the following tools or software for reading out the information:
● SIMOTION SCOUT Engineering System (see Part III: Service with SCOUT Engineering
System (Page 75))
● SIMOTION IT web interface via web browser (see Part II: Service without SCOUT
Engineering System (PC-based, SIMOTION IT) (Page 59))
● HMI devices, e.g. WINCC flexible
You will find information on establishing an online connection via an interface in Establishing
a connection to the device (without SCOUT Engineering System) (Page 60) or the individual
sections in Going online (Page 77) (with SCOUT Engineering System).
Additional information
● Links in the Guides menu of the online help
● SIMOTION C Operating Instructions
● SIMOTION D4x5 Manual
● SIMOTION D4x5-2 Manual
● SIMOTION D4x5 Commissioning and Hardware Installation Manual
● SIMOTION D4x5-2 Commissioning and Hardware Installation Manual
● SIMOTION D410 Manual
● SIMOTION D410-2 Manual
● SIMOTION D410 Commissioning Manual
● SIMOTION D410-2 Commissioning and Hardware Installation Manual
4.5 HMI
An HMI can be connected via the interfaces on the SIMOTION device not only for operator
process control purposes, but also to enable diagnostics and display states. See also
Interfaces (Page 47).
In principle, the following message classes are available:
● User error messages
These are usually messages from the process, containing information on how to resolve
the error.
Irrespective of the HMI system, they are transmitted by a method called bit messaging. The
user him/herself assigns the texts to the bit numbers.
The user can choose to acknowledge the messages via the HMI system or via the
application.
The message texts and their compilation data are located in the HMI.
● Technological alarms and drive messages, technical state alarms (info, warning), and fault
messages (alarms) for devices/functions
These are messages relating to malfuncions or faults, for example, in components such as
CPUs or drives. The user can use the ALARM_S procedure from SIMATIC for these
messages.
ALARM_S is a message number procedure. The message numbers are automatically
assigned during configuration in SIMOTION SCOUT. Message texts are uniquely assigned
according to their name.
The messages are called and acknowledged during runtime by means of appropriate
system commands.
The message texts and their compilation data are located in the SIMOTION SCOUT project.
● System messages (e.g. diagnostic buffer)
These messages cannot be displayed directly in the WinCC flexible message window.
If you wish to display the messages, you need to send them individually via the ALARM_S
message procedure or read them out using the SIMOTION IT web server or the SCOUT
engineering tool.
Warning and error messages relating to technology objects are usually output on the HMI and
can be acknowledged by the operator.
Examples of Siemens HMI systems:
● Operator panels
● WinCC flexible
● WinCC
Note
Diagnostic buffer entries can also be displayed in a web browser via Ethernet (a PC-based
method); see Part II: Service without SCOUT Engineering System (PC-based, SIMOTION
IT) (Page 59).
WinCC flexible
The discrete message procedure can be used to display messages stored on the device (even
if these are in more than one language), e.g. information on machine states.
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2. In the Message procedures table, activate the Alarm_S messages by assigning them to
the message classes (activate the All display classes checkbox).
3. In the Message procedures table, activate the SIMOTION TO messages using the combo
box.
How to activate the display for the Alarm_S and SIMOTION messages:
1. In WinCC flexible, open the Message View tab under Messages > Settings.
Additional information
● Links in the Guides menu of the online help
See also
Manuals for SIMATIC HMI (WinCC flexible) (https://support.industry.siemens.com/cs/ww/de/
ps/14859/man)
Note
An up-to-date Firmware Support Package (FWSP) needs to be installed in order to update
firmware (V4.1 SP2 and higher). The FWSP is provided with the SIMOTION SCOUT DVD2
under Add-ons and can also be obtained via the Internet at SIMOTION Firmware Support
Package (https://support.industry.siemens.com/cs/ww/en/view/33119786).
Restoring refers to the process of reinstating the configuration that was backed up in the
SIMOTION device when updating was last performed. If an attempt to update a SIMOTION
device fails, for example, the device can be restored to the previous configuration. Restoring
is performed via the SIMOTION IT web server and, in the case of SIMOTION D, optionally via
the service selector switch.
Additional information
● Links in the Guides menu of the online help
● Updating SIMOTION Devices Operating Instructions
4.8.1 Overview
Depending on the type and number of RT components used in the project, licenses must be
acquired as part of the licensing procedure for SIMOTION. The licenses required for a
SIMOTION device are assigned to a hardware component. With SIMOTION C and D they are
assigned to the memory cards, and with SIMOTION P to the Communication Board. One or
more license keys are generated when the licenses are assigned to the hardware. The license
key(s) are saved on the storage medium of the SIMOTION device or in file format during the
licensing process.
When replacing the memory card or Communication Board (in the case of P350) or modifying
the RT components (e.g. a new technology object), the license key(s) must be redetermined
and stored on the virtual memory card.
Additional information
● Links in the Guides menu of the online help
● SIMOTION SCOUT Configuration Manual
● PM 21 Catalog: Chapter 8, SIMOTION Runtime Software
● SIMOTION C Operating Instructions
● SIMOTION D4x5 Commissioning and Hardware Installation Manual
● SIMOTION D4x5-2 Commissioning and Hardware Installation Manual
● SIMOTION D410 Commissioning Manual
● SIMOTION D410-2 Commissioning and Hardware Installation Manual
● SIMOTION P320-3 and Panels Commissioning and Hardware Installation Manual
● SIMOTION P350-3 and Panels Commissioning and Hardware Installation Manual
● Configurator for SIMOTION runtime licenses in the Mall http://
mall.automation.siemens.com (http://mall.automation.siemens.com)
See also
FAQ: Runtime licensing (http://support.automation.siemens.com/WW/view/en/42014324)
FAQ: Displaying the license key (https://support.industry.siemens.com/cs/ww/en/view/
42614521)
A wizard for the licensing procedure is available in SIMOTION SCOUT. To open the wizard,
select the device in the project navigator followed by Edit > Licenses.
Note
Before performing licensing, the configuration process should be completed. Once assigned
to a hardware component, a license can no longer be used for any purpose other than that for
which it has been issued.
Note
The chapter titled "Licensing" in the SIMOTION SCOUT Configuration Manual contains a
detailed description of licensing.
You can also find information on licensing under FAQs > Updating > Licensing SIMOTION
runtime functions in SIMOTION Utilities & Applications, which is part of the scope of delivery
of SIMOTION SCOUT.
See also
Remedial measures in the event of loss (Page 57)
To enable the best possible display of SIMOTION IT web pages on devices such as cell phones
or PDAs, a set of special pages is provided for version 4.1 SP4 and higher. You can access
these pages via the address http://<IPAddr>/BASIC.
Additional information
● Links in the Guides menu of the online help
● Diagnostics Manual SIMOTION IT Diagnostics and Configuration
Typical faults
5.3.1 Overview
You can use SIMOTION IT to display SIMOTION device data on the preconfigured standard
diagnostics pages or via variables (Variable Provider).
● SIMOTION alarms
● SINAMICS alarms
● Drive parameters
● TO, I/O, and user variables
● Service overview with axis states
Additional information
● Links in the Guides menu of the online help
● Diagnostics Manual SIMOTION IT Diagnostics and Configuration
● Technology Packages Alarms Diagnostics Manual
● SINAMICS List Manuals
See also
I&M (identification & maintenance) data (Page 63)
For SIMOTION, this data is available as a structure (under IM0-Data code) in the list of
variables for the device.
Note
Order of diagnostics buffer entries
The firmware of the devices is based on a real-time capable operating system that is controlled
by interrupts and priorities. For this reason, an event can have several diagnostics buffer
entries whose time stamps can vary by a few milliseconds. These entries might not be arranged
in strict chronological order.
Therefore, when evaluating the diagnostics buffer, the adjacent previous and subsequent
entries should also be taken into account.
System utilization
You can locate and display information on system utilization using the diagnostics variables
of the SIMOTION diagnostics variable provider. You will find a detailed description of this in
the SIMOTION IT Diagnostics and Configuration Diagnostics Manual.
Tasktrace
The Tasktrace page of the SIMOTION IT web server enables you to set up and control the
SIMOTION task trace. The SIMOTION Task Trace supports you when troubleshooting in the
SIMOTION multitasking environment. The SIMOTION Task Trace records the sequence of
individual tasks, identifies user events that you can generate via a program command, and
displays all this information graphically.
Additional information
● Links in the Guides menu of the online help
● Diagnostics Manual SIMOTION IT Diagnostics and Configuration
Watch table
To enable variable monitoring, the SIMOTION IT web server provides a watch table with a
symbol browser The SIMOTION and drive parameters are displayed in a tree structure. The
selected parameters are displayed in a table alongside this.
Trace
To enable variable monitoring, the SIMOTION IT web server provides a variable trace via a
web service. Variables can be selected here.
Records can be displayed graphically in the WebTraceViewer for evaluation purposes.
The WebTraceViewer is included with SIMOTION Utilities & Applications in SIMOTION V4.1
SP5 and higher, and can also be obtained via account managers (PridaNet); see
WebTraceViewer - information (https://support.industry.siemens.com/cs/ww/de/view/
31716712). SIMOTION Utilities & Applications is part of the scope of delivery of SIMOTION
SCOUT.
Note
With V4.1 SP5 and higher, the WebTraceViewer is included in the firmware of SIMOTION
devices. The standard diagnostics page "Trace" on the SIMOTION IT web server also provides
a download link for setting up the WebTraceViewer.
Additional information
● Links in the Guides menu of the online help
● Diagnostics Manual SIMOTION IT Diagnostics and Configuration
5.4.1 Overview
With version 4.0 and higher, you have the option of backing up diagnostic data. This can be
done during operation or start-up. The settings required for this depend on what platform you
are using and are described in detail in the following sections and the manuals referred to
below.
With SIMOTION D, for example, you can use the service selector switch (V4.1 SP2 and higher)
to write diagnostic data and non-volatile data to the CF card. SIMOTION P320-3/P350-3
provides a diagnostic switch as part of the SIMOTION P state application. The diagnostic data
can then be sent to the technical support department (of the machine manufacturer or
Siemens) for evaluation.
The information that is backed up includes retain data, diagnostic buffers, alarms, and HTML
pages with up-to-date content (snapshots).
The data that is backed up can provide important information after a fault has occurred.
You can use non-volatile data (retain data) in situations where this has not been saved on the
data medium using the _savePersistentMemoryData() system function and you wish to restore
the non-volatile data after a CPU has been replaced.
SIMOTION device Backing up diagnostic data Storing diagnostic data Replacing a CPU
During start-up During operation without SIMOTION
SCOUT
C2xx simotion.ini Web server MMC 2) Yes
D4x5 Service selector switch Service selector switch CompactFlash Card 2)
Yes
simotion.ini Web server
D410-2/D4x5-2 Service selector switch Service selector switch CompactFlash Card 2) Yes
DIAG button DIAG button
simotion.ini Web server
D410 1) Service selector switch Service selector switch CompactFlash Card 2) Yes
simotion.ini Web server1)
P320-3/P350 Diagnostic switch P state Hard disk Yes
simotion.ini Web server
1)
D410 PN only; not D410 DP (an Ethernet or PROFINET interface is required for the SIMOTION IT web server)
2)
Read out with card reader
With the SIMOTION IT web server, the diagnostic data can be read out as a ZIP file in the
Diagnostic files dialog box.
Additional information
● Links in the Guides menu of the online help
● Diagnostics Manual SIMOTION IT Diagnostics and Configuration
● SIMOTION C Operating Instructions
During operation
The advantage of backing up diagnostic data and non-volatile data during operation is that
enhanced diagnostic information via HTML pages and TO alarm information are also available.
The HTML pages contain the contents of the standard pages including Watch tables and of
user-defined pages with the current variable values.
Initiating the backup process
● SIMOTION P
Via the SIMOTION P state application, in menu Options > Set Diagnostic Switch
● SIMOTION D
Via the service selector switch and, in the case of D410-2/D4x5-2, via the DIAG button too,
see Backing up during operation using a service selector switch (Page 107)
● SIMOTION IT web server (all platforms)
Via the Diagnostic files dialog box, see Diagnostics Manual SIMOTION IT Diagnostics and
Configuration, AUTOHOTSPOT and Backing up during operation using the SIMOTION IT
web server (Page 112)
During start-up
Backing up diagnostic data and non-volatile data during start-up provides you with diagnostic
information, but without HTML pages/TO alarm information.
Possible applications for backing up during start-up
● Backing up data of a SIMOTION device that is unable to run/has crashed
● SIMOTION P
If it is not possible to back up data via the SIMOTION IT web server or P state, e.g. in the
case of P350 without an operator panel.
See also Backing up during start-up using a service selector switch (SIMOTION D) or INI file
(Page 110).
See also
Restoring non-volatile data (Page 72)
File Application
DIAGBUF.TXT Diagnostic buffer in a simple text format:
Numerical values; no specific plain text. A text editor is used for evaluation purpo‐
ses.
PMEMORY.XML Non-volatile data (retain data)
An operator action can restore the non-volatile data backed up after a CPU has
been replaced, see Restoring non-volatile data (Page 72).
TOALARMS.TXT Text file containing the pending TO alarms. Only TO IDs, alarm numbers, and
auxiliary HEX values.
Note
The TO alarms are only generated if diagnostic data has been created during
operation (STOP / STOPU / RUN).
File Application
HTML page If the diagnostic data is backed up, the URLs are requested from the text file (DI‐
AGURLS.TXT) and stored as HTML pages together with their contents, see also
Displaying diagnostic data via websites (Page 70).
Note
The HTML pages are only stored if diagnostic data is created during operation
(STOP / STOPU / RUN).
Other files All other files stored in the directory are only of relevance to technical support.
Note
Use HTML pages if you wish to back up diagnostic data in text format. HTML pages enable
user-friendly diagnostics. In addition to the standard SIMOTION IT diagnostics pages, you
have the option of creating your own HTML pages (e.g. for the axis status or for machine
diagnostics). Customized diagnostics pages or even watch tables stored in the device are
particularly suitable for application problems, as you can define the content yourself.
DIAGURLS.TXT
The following points must be noted for the DIAGURLS.TXT file:
● A DIAGURLS.TXT file containing the standard SIMOTION IT pages is created
automatically if you have not saved your own DIAGURLS.TXT file.
● Standard SIMOTION IT pages are entered "without" a path specification (e.g.
"devinfo.mwsl" for the standard SIMOTION IT page "devinfo.htm").
● Customized SIMOTION IT pages (such as "user.htm") in the ...\USER\SIMOTION\HMI
\FILES directory on the CF card must contain the FILES/ path specification.
● If you have created subfolders (e.g. "myfolder" in the FILES directory), these must also
appear in the path.
● Only 1 file name may be used per line.
● Empty lines are not permitted (an empty line will be interpreted as the end of the list).
● No distinction is made between upper-case and lower-case letters.
● It does not matter whether you use "\" or "/" in the path name.
Backing up diagnostic data and non-volatile data via the SIMOTION IT web server
Button Description
Create general diagfiles Saves diagnostic data and non-volatile data in the ...\USER
\SIMOTION\HMI\SYSLOG\DIAG directory. HTML files used for diag‐
nostics purposes are not saved.
Create html diagfiles Diagnostics HTML pages are saved on the data medium. It should be
noted that only those pages that are listed in the DIAGURLS.TXT file in
directory ...\USER\SIMOTION\HMI\SYSLOG\DIAG are saved.
Zip all diagfiles Stores all files and folders in a ZIP file in directory ...\USER\SIMOTION
\HMI\SYSLOG\DIAG, while retaining the folder structure.
Get diagarchive The ZIP file is saved on a connected PG/PC.
Delete all diagfiles Deletes all data stored in directory ...\USER\SIMOTION\HMI\SYSLOG
\DIAG. The directory itself is not removed, however.
Additional information
● Links in the Guides menu of the online help
● Diagnostics Manual SIMOTION IT Diagnostics and Configuration
See also
Storing diagnostic data and non-volatile data (Page 69)
Note
If no structural change has been made, the retain data are always kept, regardless of the
firmware version.
If structural changes are made during the update, the retain data can be saved before updating
begins and then transferred again (see SIMOTION SCOUT function "Save and restore
variables").
Additional information
● Links in the Guides menu of the online help
● Diagnostics Manual SIMOTION IT Diagnostics and Configuration
See also
Updating devices using the Device Update tool (Page 54)
Additional information
● Diagnostics Manual SIMOTION IT Diagnostics and Configuration
Use the current project on the machine and the SIMOTION SCOUT software version that is
compatible with this. See also Compatibility list (https://support.industry.siemens.com/cs/ww/
de/view/36955304).
SIMOTION networks
SIMOTION supports PROFIBUS and PROFINET/Ethernet (TCP/IP). With these network
solutions, you can connect the SIMOTION devices in accordance with the requirements of
your application.
The sections below draw a distinction between using PROFIBUS and Ethernet/PROFINET for
the connection to the SIMOTION device, and between using SIMOTION SCOUT with and
without an existing project.
See also
SIMOTION -- Diagnostics -- Analyzing error messages (https://support.industry.siemens.com/
cs/ww/de/view/68425516)
6.2.1 Overview
You have the choice of communicating with the control via PROFIBUS DP, PROFINET, or
Industrial Ethernet. The S7ONLINE option allows you to communicate with all directly
connected controls via the system network specified in the project (e.g. via PROFINET/
PROFIBUS/MPI). This access method, which is specified once, enables you to use routing to
reach other controls and drives connected to the SIMOTION control via PROFIBUS/
PROFINET. This assumes that the nodes support routing.
These options require an online access method to be specified during initial commissioning.
To do this, you need to connect the PG/PC interface of the device to the communication
interface concerned in NetPro (yellow line in NetPro to PG/PC; see also figures in
PROFIBUS (Page 78) and Ethernet/PROFINET (Page 81)).
Note
In NetPro, the actual computer being used to create the configuration settings is entered as
the PG/PC. If the project is edited using another computer, then the PG/PC needs to be
changed to this one. It is recommended that you enter multiple PGs in NetPro if several different
persons are taking turns at working on the same project with their PGs.
Note
In addition to the S7Online connection option for the PG/PC interface, with SIMOTION V4.2
and higher you can also set up a second, direct connection to the drive. This enables you to
connect STARTER/SIMOTION SCOUT to the device at various locations (e.g. from the control
room and directly (locally) on the drive in the workshop) via the interfaces provided, without
the need to reconfigure the PG/PC interface.
Note
You will also find a detailed explanation of the procedure in the Internet as FAQ Establishing
an online connection to SIMOTION and STEP7 V5.5 SP3 (https://
support.industry.siemens.com/cs/ww/en/view/79161896).
6.2.2 PROFIBUS
The PG/PC must be equipped with a PROFIBUS interface for connection purposes.
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Pressing the Diagnostics... button in the Set PG/PC Interface dialog opens a diagnostics
dialog, which you can use to check whether the PG/PC interface is functional and whether the
right settings have been made for it.
For PROFIBUS, there is also an extended diagnostics option which opens in a separate dialog.
Button Description
Test To check the operating status, click Test. If the module is ready to run, OK will appear in
the field to the right of the button. In this case, the station address is displayed along with
the additional current bus parameters and version data.
Read To display the bus nodes, click Read.
If the module is ready to run, a list of all the active nodes on the bus will be created.
If the module is already communicating and the module supports this function, the list of
bus parameters will be created using local information from the module.
If the module is not currently communicating or it does not support the creation of a local
list, the individual station addresses will be queried via the network. This creates a load
on the bus and can take several seconds.
Typical faults
Additional information
● Links in the Guides menu of the online help
● SIMOTION C Operating Instructions
● SIMOTION D4x5 Commissioning and Hardware Installation Manual
● SIMOTION D4x5-2 Commissioning and Hardware Installation Manual
● SIMOTION D410 Commissioning Manual
● SIMOTION D410-2 Commissioning and Hardware Installation Manual
● SIMOTION P320-3 and Panels Commissioning and Hardware Installation Manual
● SIMOTION P350-3 and Panels Commissioning and Hardware Installation Manual
● SIMOTION SCOUT Communication System Manual
See also
PG/PCs and CPs - Manuals and Operating Instructions (https://support.industry.siemens.com/
cs/ww/de/ps/15683/man)
6.2.3 Ethernet/PROFINET
The PG/PC must be equipped with a standard Ethernet interface.
Since PROFINET is based on Industrial Ethernet, a PROFINET network is accessed using
the same mechanisms as those used for an Ethernet network.
Note
If the integrated ports on the SIMOTION devices are not enough for your requirements, you
can use an external SCALANCE switch. If PROFINET IO with IRT communication is to be
enabled downstream of the switch, a suitable switch (which supports IRT) must be used.
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SIMOTION supports internal routing as of V4.1 SP2. This, for example, makes connections
from Ethernet (e.g. PN/IE X127) to PROFINET (PN-IO X150) possible.
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Setting the interface to DEVICE (SIMOTION V4.2 and higher) enables different PGs to be
used, for example, without the need to reconfigure the PG/PC interface. Additional information
can also be found via the list of links for this section in the relevant online help menu.
Pressing the Diagnostics... button in the Set PG/PC Interface dialog opens a diagnostics
dialog, which you can use to check whether the PG/PC interface is functional and whether the
right settings have been made for it. The Diagnosis Hardware function or SR protocol does
not check the connection to the SIMOTION device, only whether the interface is suitable for
establishing an S7Online connection.
To establish a connection via the Ethernet interface, you need the IP addresses of the nodes.
If you do not know these addresses, you can find out what they are by following the instructions
below.
How to determine the IP address of the PC:
1. Open the status dialog of your local area connection by selecting Start > Settings > Network
Connections and double-clicking Local Area Connection.
The Local Area Connection Status dialog opens.
2. Select the Support tab.
The active IP address and subnet mask are displayed.
How to identify the IP addresses of the SIMOTION devices (example without a project):
1. Use the button to execute the Accessible nodes function.
The interfaces, device type, firmware, and addresses that can be used to access the nodes
are displayed. If nodes are present in other subnets, only the IP address will be displayed
and a relevant message will be output.
How to determine the IP addresses of the SIMOTION devices (example with a project):
1. Open HW Config by double-clicking the SIMOTION device in SIMOTION SCOUT.
2. In HW Config, select Target system > Ethernet > Edit Ethernet node... .
The Edit Ethernet node dialog opens.
3. Start the search using the Browse... button.
The devices which can be accessed via the unique MAC addresses are identified and
displayed.
4. Pressing the Flashing button causes a flash telegram to be transmitted for the selected
module. In turn, this causes the module to display a signal on the interface being addressed.
Please refer to the device documentation to find out which display element is used for
signaling (e.g. the SF LED flashes at a fast frequency with SIMOTION D4x5-2).
Note
Make sure the IP addresses are unique on the network before you go online with your PG/
PC. Identical IP addresses on the network may cause communication and operating faults.
Contact your network administrator if you do not have all the information you need for
network operation.
Typical faults
Additional information
● Links in the Guides menu of the online help
● SIMOTION C Operating Instructions
● SIMOTION D4x5 Commissioning and Hardware Installation Manual
● SIMOTION D4x5-2 Commissioning and Hardware Installation Manual
● SIMOTION D410 Commissioning Manual
● SIMOTION D410-2 Commissioning and Hardware Installation Manual
● SIMOTION P320-3 and Panels Commissioning and Hardware Installation Manual
● SIMOTION P350-3 and Panels Commissioning and Hardware Installation Manual
● SIMOTION SCOUT Communication System Manual
Once you have successfully identified the nodes using the Accessible nodes function, in
this same dialog you can right-click the required device to select it and then call up the device
diagnostics (for example) via the context menu.
The diagnostics options of the SIMOTION IT web server (Page 59) are also available.
See also
Device diagnostics (Page 91)
Going online
1. Open HW Config by double-clicking the SIMOTION device in SIMOTION SCOUT.
2. In HW Config, select Target system > Ethernet > Edit Ethernet node... .
The Edit Ethernet node dialog opens.
Typical faults
Additional information
● Links in the Guides menu of the online help
● SIMOTION SCOUT Communication System Manual
● Project comparison Function Manual
See also
Testing programs (Page 104)
Device diagnostics (Page 91)
Interface Setting
C2xx
Ethernet PNxIE X7 169.254.11.22 (subnet 255.255.0.0)
PROFINET PNxIO X11 192.168.0.1 (subnet 255.255.255.0)
(only C240 PN)
PROFIBUS DP1 X8 2 (baud rate 1.5 Mbit/s)
PROFIBUS DP2/MPI X9 2 (baud rate 1.5 Mbit/s)
D4x5
Ethernet IE1-OP X120 192.168.214.1 (subnet 255.255.255.0)
Ethernet IE2-NET X130 169.254.11.22 (subnet 255.255.0.0)
PROFIBUS DP1 X126 2 (baud rate 1.5 Mbit/s)
PROFIBUS DP2/MPI 2 (baud rate 1.5 Mbit/s)
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D4x5-2
Ethernet PNxIE X127 169.254.11.22 (subnet 255.255.0.0)
Interface Setting
Ethernet PNxIE-NET 192.168.2.1 (subnet 255.255.255.0)
X130
Ethernet PNxIE-OP X120 192.168.213.1 (subnet 255.255.255.0)
(only D4x5-2 DP)
PROFINET PNxIO X150 192.168.1.1 (subnet 255.255.255.0)
(only D4x5-2 DP/PN)
PROFIBUS DP X126 2 (baud rate 1.5 Mbit/s)
PROFIBUS DP/MPI X136 2 (baud rate 1.5 Mbit/s)
D410 DP
PROFIBUS DP/MPI X21 2 (baud rate 1.5 Mbit/s)
D410 PN
PROFINET PN-IO X200 192.168.0.1 (subnet 255.255.255.0)
D410-2 DP
PROFIBUS X21 DP/MPI 2 (baud rate 1.5 Mbit/s)
PROFIBUS X24 DP 2 (baud rate 1.5 Mbit/s)
Ethernet PNxIE X127 169.254.11.22 (subnet 255.255.0.0)
D410-2 PN
Ethernet PN/IE X127 169.254.11.22 (subnet 255.255.0.0)
PROFIBUS DP/MPI X21 2 (baud rate: 1.5 Mbits/s)
PROFINET PNxIO X150 192.168.1.1 (subnet 255.255.255.0)
P320-3
Ethernet PNxIE X2 169.254.11.21 (subnet 255.255.0.0)
PROFINET PNxIO X3 192.168.0.1 (subnet 255.255.255.0)
P350-3
Ethernet IE1 ETH1 169.254.11.21 (subnet 255.255.0.0)
Ethernet IE2 ETH2 192.168.214.1 (subnet 255.255.255.0)
PROFIBUS X101 DP 2 (baud rate 1.5 Mbit/s)
(IsoPROFIBUS board)
PROFIBUS X102 DP/ 2 (baud rate 1.5 Mbit/s)
MPI (IsoPROFIBUS
board)
PROFINET X21 192.168.0.1 (subnet 255.255.255.0)
(MCI-PN board)
CBE30-2/CBE30
PROFINET X1400 192.168.0.1 (subnet 255.255.255.0)
Note
PROFINET addresses are only assigned by means of a project download; see also Ethernet/
PROFINET (Page 81).
NOTICE
Data loss
This will cause all data to be lost, with the exception of the SIMOTION kernel and licenses.
For this reason, you should back up the non-volatile data before you do this. See also Backing
up diagnostic data and non-volatile data (Page 68).
First, the device should be restored to its delivery state (factory settings). The method for
establishing the delivery state differs for the SIMOTION devices.
The Commissioning Manuals and Operating Instructions describe the process of restoring the
factory settings. In the online help, you can access the relevant sections directly via the links
for this section (Guides menu).
Note
The existing IP settings for the CBE30-2/CBE30 are restored to the factory settings.
Once the factory settings have been established, transfer the project and the previously
backed-up non-volatile data to the device (see also Restoring non-volatile data (Page 72)).
Further information
● Links in the Guides menu of the online help
● SIMOTION C Operating Instructions
● SIMOTION D4x5 Commissioning and Hardware Installation Manual
● SIMOTION D4x5-2 Commissioning and Hardware Installation Manual
● SIMOTION D410 Commissioning Manual
● SIMOTION D410-2 Commissioning and Hardware Installation Manual
● SIMOTION P320-3 and Panels Commissioning and Hardware Installation Manual
● SIMOTION P350-3 and Panels Commissioning and Hardware Installation Manual
See also
Establishing a connection to the device (Page 60)
6.3.1 Overview
The device diagnostics provide an overview containing operating information about the system
and the individual devices in the project. The device diagnostics are only available in ONLINE
mode and, in the case of SINAMICS devices, as of SINAMICS firmware version V2.5 SP1.
SINAMICS device messages can be found in the diagnostic buffer, starting from the entry
>>>>>> SINAMICS Integrated: Start diagnostic buffer, station address
= x <<<<<<.
In addition to the individual tabs, there are also buttons for accessing other functions, such as
Open IT diagnostics.
Note
As well as the fault and alarm buffer, there is also a buffer for safety messages in the case of
SINAMICS S120 (firmware version V2.5 SP1 and higher). These are displayed on the
Alarms tab in the detail view.
Button Function
Open IT diagnostics When an Ethernet connection is present, this opens the Ethernet-based
HMI and diagnostic function in an Internet browser.
In addition to customized web pages and comprehensive device/diag‐
nostic information, one of the options that the SIMOTION IT web server
offers is the ability to perform firmware and project updates using an
Internet browser.
Control operating mode... The current operating mode of the SIMOTION device is displayed in the
dialog. You can change the operating mode in ONLINE mode depending
on the position of the mode switch.
You can use the Save as... button to save the data as a text file so that you can evaluate it
offline.
Additional information
● Links in the Guides menu of the online help
● SIMOTION SCOUT Configuration Manual
See also
I&M (identification & maintenance) data (Page 63)
Note
Sequence of the diagnostic buffer entries
The firmware of the devices is based on a real-time capable operating system that is controlled
by interrupts and priorities. For this reason, an event can have several diagnostics buffer
entries whose time stamps can vary by a few milliseconds. These entries might not be arranged
in strict chronological order.
Therefore, when evaluating the diagnostics buffer, the adjacent previous and subsequent
entries should also be taken into account.
Note
Number of diagnostic buffer entries
An event can result in several diagnostic buffer entries. For this reason, identical entries can
occur in the diagnostic buffer for one event. This can be the case particularly for errors in the
communication (e.g. failure of a device of connection interrupted). Note therefore that
conclusions cannot be drawn on the number of diagnostic events through the number of
identical diagnostic buffer entries. As a rule, only one error is the trigger for diagnostic events
in this case.
Here, you can check the system utilization and adjust the system settings in line with the
individual software configuration settings and user programs in the SIMOTION tasks.
Adjustable gear ratios between the bus task, servo, and IPO support optimum load distribution
and system utilization.
With SIMOTION P320-3/P350-3, you can check the CPU utilization in the SIMOTION P state
application.
6.3.4 Userlog/Syslog
Userlog
The user log offers the option of entering user information that is stored in the target system.
This enables information about changes to the SIMOTION system to be documented, for
example. Since the text is stored on the device, this information is always available regardless
of which PG/PC or offline project is being used
Syslog
For the SIMOTION CPU, the Syslog tab provides a syslog file for device diagnostics. This file
contains all the actions that change a non-volatile configuration on the memory card.
6.3.5 content.txt
All the SIMOTION and SINAMICS firmware components available on the card are displayed
on the content.txt tab of the device diagnostics. In addition to the card version, each individual
firmware component is displayed together with its internal version code; this information can
be saved in file format using the Save as... button. This file can be sent via e-mail for support
purposes, for example.
This information will be required if the hotline needs to be contacted.
Note
It is available with SIMOTION V4.1 SP2 and higher, but not with older device types such as
C230-2 or P350-2.
The service overview is called up via the Target system > Service overview menu.
Meanings of lamps
● Green
Axis (system variable) is active/on or axis is stopped
● Red
An error/fault is present
● Yellow
Axis is in motion (constant velocity, acceleration, deceleration) or a warning is pending
● Gray
Axis (system variable) is not active
Example
Position control status (servomonitoring.controlstate) has the Enum EnumActiveInactive
● Green lamp: ACTIVE, position control active
● Gray (no lamp): INACTIVE, position control not active
Additional information
● Links in the Guides menu of the online help
● Communication System Manual
Additional information
● Links in the Guides menu of the online help
● Project comparison Function Manual
Technological alarms
If an event (error, note) occurs on a technology object, the object issues a technological
alarm.
Note
Because drive alarms usually generate technology object alarms as well, you can try using
the Acknowledge (TO) switch to delete the drive alarms too. If, however, the cause of a drive
alarm still exists, then a new TO alarm will be triggered immediately. In this case, first correct
the cause of the drive alarm.
See also the description of the _quality() system function in the section titled Detailed status
of the I/O variables (as of kernel V4.2) in the SIMOTION ST Structured Text Programming and
Operating Manual.
Additional information
● Links in the Guides menu of the online help
● SIMOTION ST Structured Text Programming and Operating Manual
Additional information
● Links in the Guides menu of the online help
● SINAMICS/SIMOTION Editor description DCC Programming and Operating Manual.
● SIMOTION LAD/FBD Programming and Operating Manual
● SIMOTION MCC Motion Control Chart Programming and Operating Manual
● SIMOTION ST Structured Text Programming and Operating Manual
Task Trace
The Task Trace is a tool for troubleshooting in the SIMOTION multitasking environment. The
Task Trace offers the following options:
● Graphic display of the sequence of individual tasks and user events (generated using a
program command)
● Trace of individual user tasks
● Option of configuring the Task Trace using the SIMOTION IT web server or via the user
program (system functions).
Measuring function
The measuring function is used for controller optimization.
The SIMOTION measuring functions are used to commission the axis controller without
requiring a user program.
With the SINAMICS measuring function, you can directly inhibit the influence of higher-level
control loops by means of simple parameterization, and analyze the dynamic response of
individual drives.
Additional information
● Links in the Guides menu of the online help
● Task Trace Function Manual
Backing up diagnostic data and non-volatile data during operation using the service selector
switch (SIMOTION D):
1. Set the service selector switch to "Diagnostics".
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The diagnostic data and non-volatile data can be created in STOP, STOPU, and RUN
modes.
2. The diagnostic data and non-volatile data are backed up to the CF card.
The status LEDs display the backup process as follows:
Backing up diagnostic data and non-volatile data during operation using SIMOTION P state
(SIMOTION P):
1. Make sure that SIMOTION P has completed startup, e.g. with SIMOTION P state.
2. Activate the diagnostic switch using the following option:
SIMOTION P state menu command Options > Set Diagnostic Switch
The diagnostic data is recorded during operation and the Options > Set Diagnostic Switch
switch is automatically reset after the data has been written.
Please contact Product Support for the evaluation of the recorded data.
Additional information
● Links in the Guides menu of the online help
● SIMOTION D4x5 Manual
● SIMOTION D4x5 Commissioning and Hardware Installation Manual
● SIMOTION D4x5-2 Manual
● SIMOTION D4x5-2 Commissioning and Hardware Installation Manual
● SIMOTION D410 Manual
● SIMOTION D410 Commissioning Manual
● SIMOTION D410-2 Manual
● SIMOTION D410-2 Commissioning and Hardware Installation Manual
● SIMOTION P320-3 and Panels Commissioning and Hardware Installation Manual
● SIMOTION P350-3 and Panels Commissioning and Hardware Installation Manual
See also
Backing up diagnostic data and non-volatile data (Page 68)
7.1.2 Backing up during ramp-up using a service selector switch or INI file
Backing up diagnostic data and non-volatile data during start-up using the service selector
switch (SIMOTION D):
1. Set the service selector switch to "Diagnostics".
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2. Switch the SIMOTION D off and on again.
3. Wait for the device to start up.
The diagnostic data and non-volatile data is backed up to the CF card during startup,
provided that this is still possible and is not prevented by hardware defects, for example.
Backing up diagnostic data and non-volatile data during start-up using the SIMOTION P state
application (SIMOTION P):
1. Terminate the SIMOTION P with Terminate SIMOTION P from SIMOTION P state.
2. Activate the diagnostic switch using the following option:
SIMOTION P state menu command Options > Set Diagnostic Switch
The diagnostic data is recorded during start-up and the Options > Set Diagnostic Switch
switch is automatically reset once the data has been written.
Backing up diagnostic data and non-volatile data during start-up using an INI file (SIMOTION C/
P/D):
1. Use a text editor (such as Notepad) to create a file called simotion.ini.
2. Add the following text to it: DIAG_FILES=1
You must use a text editor and may not use any formatting in the text.
3. Copy simotion.ini to the main directory of the data medium (D:\Card with
SIMOTION P320 or F:\Simotion\user\Card with SIMOTION P350).
4. With SIMOTION C/D: Insert the data medium into the module while it is switched off.
5. Switch the module on and allow the SIMOTION device to start up.
The diagnostic data and non-volatile data is backed up to the data medium during start-up,
provided that this is still possible and is not prevented by hardware defects, for example.
6. Once the backup is complete, switch off the SIMOTION device.
7. With SIMOTION C/D: Remove the data medium.
NOTICE
Diagnostics mode
To suppress start-up in diagnostics mode again, you must delete the simotion.ini file
from the data medium.
Additional information
● Links in the Guides menu of the online help
● SIMOTION D4x5 Manual
● SIMOTION D4x5-2 Manual
● SIMOTION D4x5 Commissioning and Hardware Installation Manual
See also
Backing up diagnostic data and non-volatile data (Page 68)
Button Function
Create general diagfiles This button saves diagnostic data and non-volatile data in the ...
\USER\SIMOTION\HMI\SYSLOG\DIAG directory.
HTML files used for diagnostics purposes are not saved.
Create html diagfiles This button is used to save diagnostics HTML pages on the data
medium. It should be noted that only those pages that are listed
in the DIAGURLS.TXT file in directory ...\USER\SIMOTION\HMI
\SYSLOG\DIAG will be saved (see Displaying diagnostic data via
websites (Page 70)).
Zip all diagfiles The "zip all Diagfiles" button enables you to compress diagnostics
files. This stores all files and folders in a ZIP file in directory ...
\USER\SIMOTION\HMI\SYSLOG\DIAG, while retaining the fold‐
er structure.
Get diagarchive This button is used to save the ZIP archive to connected PGs/PCs.
Delete all diagfiles This button is used to delete all data stored in the ...\USER\SI‐
MOTION\HMI\SYSLOG\DIAG directory; the directory itself is not
removed, however.
See also Storing diagnostic data and non-volatile data (Page 69)
Additional information
● Links in the Guides menu of the online help
● Diagnostics Manual SIMOTION IT Diagnostics and Configuration
SIMOTION C/P
Prerequisite
The diagnostic data and non-volatile data have been backed up to the MMC/data medium.
Procedure
1. With SIMOTION C and SIMOTION P320/P350, copy file PMEMORY.XML from directory ...
\USER\SIMOTION\HMI\SYSLOG\DIAG to directory ...\USER\SIMOTION.
2. Following this, carry out an overall reset to force the non-volatile data to be reimported.
In principle, you can use the procedure that has just been described for SIMOTION D too, but
we recommend using the method described below instead.
SIMOTION D
Prerequisite
The diagnostic data and non-volatile data have been backed up to the CF card.
Procedure
As of V4.3, the non-volatile SIMOTION data are restored automatically when a module is
replaced. The non-volatile data can also be restored manually (by manual operation).
The CF card may contain backups of non-volatile SIMOTION data in various storage locations:
● data backed up with the system function _savePersistentMemoryData
Storage location on CF card:
– /USER/SIMOTION/PMEMORY.XML
– /USER/SIMOTION/PMEMORY.BAK (backup file)
● manually by service selector switch / web server / DIAG button, backed-up data
Storage location on CF card:
– /USER/SIMOTION/HMI/SYSLOG/DIAG/PMEMORY.XML
On manual restoration, the position of the service selector switch defines which of these data
will be preferably restored.
During restoration, the non-volatile SIMOTION data are first deleted and then the non-volatile
SIMOTION data are restored via the PMEMORY backup file.
If restoration is not possible (e.g. file does not exist or corrupt), the next file in the priority list
is accessed.
Position of the service selector Use case Priority sequence for use of the data backups
switch
D410-2/D4x5-2/D4x5: The data backed up with the system 1. /USER/SIMOTION/PMEMORY.XML
Rotary switch position "1" function _savePersistentMemoryDa‐ 2. /USER/SIMOTION/PMEMORY.BAK
ta are preferably restored
D410: DIP switch "5" to ON 3. /USER/SIMOTION/HMI/SYSLOG/DIAG/
PMEMORY.XML
D410-2/D4x5-2 (V4.4 and higher): The data backed up by service se‐ 1. /USER/SIMOTION/HMI/SYSLOG/DIAG/
Rotary switch position "A" lector switch position "D" / web serv‐ PMEMORY.XML
er / DIAG pushbutton are preferably
2. /USER/SIMOTION/PMEMORY.XML
restored
3. /USER/SIMOTION/PMEMORY.BAK
Note
Firmware / kernel < V4.4
Because switch position "A" is only supported as of V4.4, for < V4.4, restoration must be
performed with switch position "1." To force restoration of the data backed up by service
selector switch position "D" / web server / DIAG button, it may be necessary to delete existing
files PMEMORY.XML and PMEMORY.BAK in the directory /USER/SIMOTION/ on the CF card.
Note
For the SIMOTION D410, the data are restored by setting DIP switch "5" to ON
Additional information
● Links in the Guides menu of the online help
● SIMOTION D4x5 Commissioning and Hardware Installation Manual
● SIMOTION D4x5-2 Commissioning and Hardware Installation Manual
● SIMOTION D410 Commissioning Manual
● SIMOTION D410-2 Commissioning and Hardware Installation Manual
● SIMOTION P320-3 and Panels Commissioning and Hardware Installation Manual
● SIMOTION P350-3 and Panels Commissioning and Hardware Installation Manual
See also
Restoring non-volatile data (Page 72)
D
Determining the IP address, 60
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Device data Mode switch, 23
Backing up, 73 Monitoring variables, 65
Restoring, 73
Updating, 73
Device diagnostics, 91 O
Device diagnostics in the Web browser, 62
Online connection to the device, 60
Diagnostic data
Optimizing the project (traces), 66
Backing up, 67
Backing up on the device, 53
Recording on the device, 53
Diagnostics buffer, 64, 94
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Diagnostics without a user project present, 85 P state, 23
PROFIBUS
Bus analyzer, 47
E PROFINET
Bus analyzer, 47
Error handling in technology objects, 101
Error/fault diagnostics, 98