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PC Adapter USB A2
SIMATIC
PG/PC - PROFIBUS
PC Adapter USB A2
Operating Instructions
07/2022
C79000-G8976-C293-03
Preface
Description of the device
Software requirements
Hardware installation
Configuration via
"Communication Settings"
or "Set PG/PC Interface"
Technical specifications
Approvals
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- Page 1 PC Adapter USB A2 Preface Description of the device SIMATIC Software requirements Hardware installation PG/PC - PROFIBUS PC Adapter USB A2 Configuration via "Communication Settings" or "Set PG/PC Interface" Operating Instructions Technical specifications Approvals 07/2022 C79000-G8976-C293-03...
- Page 2 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.
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Page 3: Preface
PPI networks or to PROFIBUS networks. Please check that the consignment you have received is complete. If the consignment is incomplete, contact your supplier or your local Siemens office. Validity of this documentation These operating instructions are valid for the following product: •... - Page 4 If you have questions on the use of the products described in the manual and you do not find the answers here, ask your Siemens contact in the Siemens agency or office responsible for you. You will find your contacts at: (https://www.automation.siemens.com/aspa_app?ci=yes&lang=en)
- Page 5 Use of product versions that are no longer supported, and failure to apply latest updates may increase customer’s exposure to cyber threats. To ensure that you are always informed about product updates, subscribe to the Siemens Industrial Security RSS feed at: (https://www.siemens.com/cert) PC Adapter USB A2...
- Page 6 SIMATIC NET glossary The SIMATIC NET glossary describes terms that may be used in this document. You will find the SIMATIC NET glossary in the Siemens Industry Online Support at the following address: (http://support.automation.siemens.com/WW/view/en/50305045) Decommissioning Shut down the device properly to prevent unauthorized persons from accessing confidential data in the device memory.
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Page 7: Table Of Contents
Table of contents Preface ..............................3 Description of the device ........................9 Properties of the PC Adapter USB A2 ..................9 Function ..........................9 Characteristics ........................10 Ports ..........................11 Power supply ........................11 MPI/DP interface ........................ 12 USB interface ........................13 Meaning of the LED display .................... - Page 8 Table of contents PC Adapter USB A2 Operating Instructions, 07/2022, C79000-G8976-C293-03...
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Page 9: Description Of The Device
Description of the device Properties of the PC Adapter USB A2 The PC Adapter USB A2 can be operated on USB V1.1, V2.0 or V3.0 interfaces. The PC Adapter USB A2 supports the common energy-saving modes (for example hibernate mode). Note The PC Adapter USB A2 is compatible with its predecessor product "PC Adapter USB". -
Page 10: Characteristics
Description of the device 1.3 Characteristics Characteristics Characteristics You can operate the PC Adapter USB A2 on MPI and PROFIBUS networks. The following table shows which transmission speeds are supported by the PC Adapter USB A2 on which network type. Table 1- 1 Bus profiles and transmission speeds Transmission... -
Page 11: Ports
Description of the device 1.4 Ports Ports The PC Adapter USB A2 has the following connectors and displays: Power supply The PC Adapter USB A2 is supplied with power via the USB cable. The PC Adapter USB A2 has electrical isolation between its MPI/DP and USB interface within a safety extra low voltage (SELV) circuit. -
Page 12: Mpi/Dp Interface
Description of the device 1.6 MPI/DP interface MPI/DP interface Pin assignment The MPI/DP socket has the following pin assignment: Signal description Pin no. Short description Meaning Input/output not connected not connected LTG_B Data line B Input and output RTS_AS RTSAS, control signal for received data stream. Input The signal is '1' active when the directly connected S7 automation system sends. -
Page 13: Usb Interface
Description of the device 1.7 USB interface USB interface Interface assignment USB socket from above: Figure 1-2 USB interface Signal description Pin no. Signal Meaning Supply voltage -Data - differential signal +Data + differential signal Ground Ground Note If several USB devices are being operated on the PC, this can impair the performance of the PC Adapter USB A2. -
Page 14: Meaning Of The Led Display
The power supply of the USB interface is inadequate to operate the PC Adapter – USB A2. All 3 LEDs are lit Hardware defect: permanently Replace the PC Adapter USB A2 and send the defective device to your Siemens contact. PC Adapter USB A2 Operating Instructions, 07/2022, C79000-G8976-C293-03... -
Page 15: Software Requirements
Software requirements To work with the PC Adapter USB A2, you require a PC with one of the following installed software packages: • STEP 7 as of V5.5 SP4 • SIMATIC STEP 7 Professional (TIA Portal) as of V12 SP1 •... - Page 16 Software requirements PC Adapter USB A2 Operating Instructions, 07/2022, C79000-G8976-C293-03...
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Page 17: Hardware Installation
Hardware installation Hardware requirements You will need a PC with a free USB port. Connecting the PC Adapter USB A2 Connecting to the PC 1. Insert the supplied USB cable in a USB interface of your PC. 2. Insert the other end of the USB cable into the USB interface of the PC Adapter USB A2. Connecting to the automation system 1. -
Page 18: Use With A Stand-Alone System
Hardware installation 3.3 Use with a stand-alone system Connecting the PC Adapter USB A2 to the PROFIBUS network A maximum of 32 nodes can be connected to a PROFIBUS network segment. Several network segments can be connected together using PROFIBUS repeaters to create a complet network with a maximum of 127 nodes. -
Page 19: Use In A Networked System
Hardware installation 3.4 Use in a networked system Use in a networked system The following figure shows you the connection to a networked S7 system (PROFIBUS network with 2 or more network nodes). After successful installation of the PC Adapter USB A2 and configuration with the configuration console "Communication Settings"... - Page 20 Hardware installation 3.4 Use in a networked system PC Adapter USB A2 Operating Instructions, 07/2022, C79000-G8976-C293-03...
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Page 21: Configuration Via "Communication Settings" Or "Set Pg/Pc Interface
Configuration via "Communication Settings" or "Set PG/PC Interface" To be able to configure the PC Adapter USB A2 via the configuration console "Communication Settings" or "Set PG/PC Interface", follow these steps: 1. Start the configuration console "Communication Settings" or "Set PG/PC Interface". 2. - Page 22 Configuration via "Communication Settings" or "Set PG/PC Interface" PC Adapter USB A2 Operating Instructions, 07/2022, C79000-G8976-C293-03...
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Page 23: Technical Specifications
Technical specifications PC Adapter USB A2 Article number 6GK1571-0BA00-0AA0 Dimensions approx. 105 x 58 x 26 mm Weight (including cable) approx. 365 g Interfaces to the S7/M7/C7 RS 485 (up to max. 12 Mbps) to the PC USB 2.0 High Speed Supply voltage (via USB interface) 5 VDC Current consumption... - Page 24 Technical specifications PC Adapter USB A2 Mechanical environmental conditions Vibration tested to DIN IEC 60068-2-6 Operation 5 - 8.4 Hz: Amplitude 3.5 mm, 8.4 - 150 Hz: Acceleration 9.8 m/s² 10 cycles per axis Storage/transportation 5 - 8.4 Hz: Amplitude 3.5 mm 8.4 - 500 Hz: Acceleration 9.8 m/s²...
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Page 25: Approvals
Applied standard: EU L174, 01/07/2011 EU Declaration of Conformity You will find the EU Declaration of Conformity for this communications processor on the Product Support pages under the following entry ID: 58826997 (https://support.industry.siemens.com/cs/ww/en/view/58826997) PC Adapter USB A2 Operating Instructions, 07/2022, C79000-G8976-C293-03... - Page 26 Siemens plc, Manchester M20 2UR You can find the current UK Declaration of Conformity for this product on the Internet pages under Siemens Industry Online Support (https://support.industry.siemens.com/cs/ww/en/ps/15361/cert). The SIMATIC NET products described in this document meet the requirements of the following directives: •...
- Page 27 Approvals C-TICK approval The communications processor meets the requirements of the Australian AS/NZS 3548 standard according to EN 61000-6-3. FCC approval This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment.