Operating instructions

GB
IIoT controller
CabinetLine
AE3100
11530968 / 01 11 / 2024
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Contents
1 Preliminary note . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
1.1 Legal and copyright information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
1.2 Symbols used . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
1.3 Warnings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
1.4 Applicable documents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
1.5 Change history . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
2 Safety instructions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
2.1 Safety symbol on the device . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
2.2 Cybersecurity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
3 Intended use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
3.1 Application example . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
4 Items supplied. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
5 System description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
5.1 Overview. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
5.2 Ethernet ports . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
5.3 USB ports . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
5.4 Micro SD card slot. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
5.5 Status LEDs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
5.6 Voltage supply . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
5.7 Programmable CODESYS RUNTIME . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
5.8 ifm IoT Core . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
6 Installation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
6.1 Install device . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
7 Electrical connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
7.1 General notices. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
7.2 Ethernet ports (IT level). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
7.3 Ethernet ports (OT level) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
7.4 USB ports . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
7.5 Voltage supply . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
8 Operating and display elements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
8.1 LEDs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
8.1.1 Status . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
8.1.2 Ethernet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
8.2 Function key . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
9 Set-up . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
9.1 Getting started . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
10 Settings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
10.1 Updating the system software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
10.1.1 Updating the system software via IoT-Core Visualizer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
10.1.2 Updating the system software via USB port . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
11 Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
11.1 Status LEDs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
11.2 Resetting IP settings of the Ethernet ports . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
11.3 Deleting a faulty CODESYS project . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
12 Maintenance, repair and disposal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
12.1 Battery change . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
12.2 Cleaning the housing surface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
12.3 Repair . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
12.4 Disposal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

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1 Preliminary note
You will find instructions, technical data, approvals and further information using the QR code on the
unit / packaging or at documentation.ifm.com.

1.1 Legal and copyright information

© All rights reserved by ifm electronic gmbh. No part of these instructions may be reproduced and
used without the consent of ifm electronic gmbh.
All product names, pictures, companies or other brands used are the property of the respective rights
owners.

1.2 Symbols used

Requirement
Instructions
Reaction, result
[...] Designation of keys, buttons or indications
Cross-reference
Important note
Non-compliance may result in malfunction or interference.
Information
Supplementary note

1.3 Warnings
Warnings indicate the possibility of personal injury and damage to property. This enables safe product
handling. Warnings are graded as follows:

WARNING
Warning of serious personal injury
w If the warning is not observed, fatal and serious injuries are possible.

CAUTION
Warning of minor to moderate personal injury
w If the warning is not observed, minor to moderate injuries are possible.

ATTENTION
Warning of damage to property
w If the warning is not observed, damage to property is possible.

1.4 Applicable documents

• Data sheet
• Programming manual

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1.5 Change history

Issue Subject Date
00 New creation of the document 04 / 2023
01 Added: Note on the Boot Recovery button, Function key (Ò / 15) 11 / 2024

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2 Safety instructions
• The unit described is a subcomponent for integration into a system.
– The system architect is responsible for the safety of the system.
– The system architect undertakes to perform a risk assessment and to create documentation in
accordance with legal and normative requirements to be provided to the operator and user of
the system. This documentation must contain all necessary information and safety instructions
for the operator, the user and, if applicable, for any service personnel authorised by the
architect of the system.
• Read this document before setting up the product and keep it during the entire service life.
• The product must be suitable for the corresponding applications and environmental conditions
without any restrictions.
• Only use the product for its intended purpose (Ò Intended use).
• If the operating instructions or the technical data are not adhered to, personal injury and/or damage
to property may occur.
• The manufacturer assumes no liability or warranty for any consequences caused by tampering with
the product or incorrect use by the operator.
• Installation, electrical connection, set-up, operation and maintenance of the product must be
carried out by qualified personnel authorised by the machine operator.
• Protect units and cables against damage.
• Replace damaged units, otherwise the technical data and safety will be impaired.
• Observe applicable documents.

2.1 Safety symbol on the device

Safety symbol on the device:
u Adhere to the operating instructions for the safe operation of the device.

2.2 Cybersecurity
The device has the following security functions:

Design
• Hardened Yocto-Linux distribution

Integrity
• Convenient update of the complete system (recovery system)
• Backup & restoring the system configuration

Authentication
• User management via CODESYS Development System
• Individual rights management for both the programming system and the runtime system via
CODESYS Development System
• Authentication to external cloud

Confidentiality
• Browser-based access to web visualisation via TLS-secured connection
• Cloud communication only via TLS-secured connection
• Identification of data sources in the cloud according to a readable name scheme

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Restricted data flow

• Factory separation of IT and OT networks using separate network connections
• Communication of the software components via standard protocols (messaging/REST)

ATTENTION
Device operation in an unprotected network environment.
w Unauthorised read or write access to data is possible.
w Unauthorised manipulation of the device function is possible.
u Restrict access to authorised users (e.g. password-protected access).

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3 Intended use
The device serves as a Programmable Logic Controller (PLC). The device offers special functions and
protocols for flexible use in IIoT applications to transmit process data, status and diagnostic
information between the automation level or also called operational technology level (OT) and the
information technology level (IT).
Permitted use:
• in industrial environments as a fixed device
• indoors

3.1 Application example

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4 Items supplied
• 1 IIoT controller AE3100
• 1 DIN rail holder incl. 2 self-tapping screws (Torx TX10)
• 1 connecting plug for voltage connection

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5 System description

5.1 Overview
1: Status LEDs
9 10 1
2 2: USB port usb0
3: USB port usb1
3 4: Ethernet port eth0
5: Ethernet port eth1
6: Ethernet port eth2
7: Ethernet port eth3
8: Voltage supply
9: Service cover
10: Micro SD card slot

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5.2 Ethernet ports

The device has 4 Ethernet ports.
The device is connected to the IT network structure via the ethernet ports eth0 and eth1. The ethernet
ports eth0 and eth1 operate in bridge mode. The Ethernet ports allow several devices to be connected
in series (daisy chain).
The device is connected to the OT network structure via the eth2 and eth3 Ethernet ports. The eth3
Ethernet port provides access to the device's IoT Core Visualizer.
Factory settings:

Ethernet port
Property
1 1
eth0 eth1 eth2 eth3
Addressing DHCP Static Static
IP address Automatic 192.168.82.247 192.168.83.247
Subnet mask Automatic 255.255.255.0 255.255.255.0
Network gateway Automatic 0.0.0.0 0.0.0.0
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The ethernet ports eth0 and eth1 operate in bridge mode (network bridge).

5.3 USB ports

The device has 2 USB ports (type A, USB 2.0). Additional devices can be connected via the USB
ports.
Supported device types:
• USB storage media
• Mouse
• Keyboard
Supported file systems:
• FAT32

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5.4 Micro SD card slot

The device has a micro SD card interface.
Connecting micro SD cards via cable is not permitted.
Supported Micro SD card types:
• microSD (capacity: 8 MB…2 GB)
• microSDHC (capacity: 4…32 GB)
• microSDXC (capacity: 64 GB…2 TB)
Supported file systems:
• FAT32

5.5 Status LEDs

The device has 3 LEDs.
The LEDs show the current system status and indicate error states.
The functional scope of the LEDs can be extended by the system creator.

5.6 Voltage supply

The device is designed for operation with PELV voltages (Ò Technical data).

5.7 Programmable CODESYS RUNTIME

The device has a CODESYS RUNTIME to process freely programmable PLC applications. Details on
the scope of functions and available software components: Ò Programming manual

5.8 ifm IoT Core

The device has the ifm IoT Core. The ifm IoT Core represents the functionality of the device. The
functionality consists of a set of data, services and events. The elements of the ifm IoT Core are
arranged in a JSON object in a hierarchical tree structure. The ifm IoT Core makes these elements
available to the outside world via standard interfaces (e.g. HTTP) . This allows the user and other
devices to access data (parameters, process data), events and functions (services) of the device.
Access to the elements of the ifm IoT Core:
• REST API
• IoT-Core Visualizer
Detailed information: Ò Programming manual

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6 Installation

6.1 Install device

The housing of the device has the following holes:
1: Rear: DIN rail adapter
2: Left side: DIN rail adapter

2
1

This results in the following options for DIN rail mounting:

1 2 3

1: Upright on horizontal DIN rail

2: Flat on horizontal DIN rail
3: Flat on vertical DIN rail

The device may only be mounted and operated on a grounded DIN rail. This ensures the
functional earth (FE) required for the operation of the device.

u Disconnect power before installation.

u Fasten the DIN rail holder (Ò items supplied) onto the housing side of your choice using the 2
mounting screws. Max. torque: 1.7 Nm.
u Make sure you are certain during assembly that the cooling fins of the mounted device run
vertically.
u Mount the device on a 35 mm DIN rail in a control cabinet (min. protection rating: IP 54). The
control cabinet should be mounted in accordance with local and national regulations.
u Leave at least 50 mm space between the device and the top or bottom of the control cabinet as
well as to adjacent devices to enable air circulation and to avoid inadmissible heating.

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7 Electrical connection

7.1 General notices

The device must be connected by a qualified electrician.
u Observe the national and international regulations for the installation of electrical equipment.
The device contains components that can be damaged or destroyed by electrostatic discharge.
u Please observe the required precautions against electrostatic discharge!

7.2 Ethernet ports (IT level)

The device is connected to the IT network level via the ethernet ports eth0 and eth1.
Power-over-Ethernet (PoE) is not supported. The connection of PoE components is not permitted.
Wiring:
1: TX + 5: Not used
2: TX - 6: RX -
3: RX + 7: Not used
7 5 3 1 4: Not used 8: Not used
8 6 4 2

u Connect the device to the IT network via a free Ethernet port.

u Optional: Connect the device with another device via a free Ethernet port.
u Use an RJ45 connector for the connection.

7.3 Ethernet ports (OT level)

The device is connected to the OT level via the eth2 and eth3 Ethernet ports.
Power-over-Ethernet (PoE) is not supported. The connection of PoE components is not permitted.
Wiring:
1: TX + 5: Not used
2: TX - 6: RX -
3: RX + 7: Not used
7 5 3 1 4: Not used 8: Not used
8 6 4 2

u Connect the device to the OT network via a free Ethernet port.

u Use an RJ45 connector for the connection.

7.4 USB ports

Additional USB devices can be connected with the device via ports usb0 and usb1.

Note the supported device types (Ò USB ports / 9)!

The USB ports have overload protection.

The USB ports have short circuit protection.
Maximum cable length per port: 3 m
Available sum currents on both USB ports for the supply of the connected devices: max. 1.5 A
Wiring:

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1 2 3 4 1: +5 V 3: Data +
2: Data - 4: GND

u Connect USB devices with free USB ports.

7.5 Voltage supply

The device is connected to the US supply voltage via the voltage connection.

Pin 2 (0 V) of the voltage connection is directly connected to the metal housing.

Pin 2 (0 V) of the voltage connection is connected via the DIN rail holder to the DIN rail.
u Observe the notes on how to earth the device: Install device (Ò / 11).

The connection has reverse polarity protection.

Wiring:
1 2 3 4 1: +24 V 3: Not used
2: 0V 4: Not used

u Disconnect power.
u Connect the 4-pin connector to the voltage connection (Ò Items supplied).
u Connect the device to the US supply voltage with 24 V DC (18…30 V PELV).

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8 Operating and display elements

8.1 LEDs
1: status: SYS
1 2 3 2: status: APP
3: status: PRG
4: Ethernet: ACT (port eth0)
5: Ethernet: LNK (port eth0)
4 6: Ethernet: ACT (port eth1)
7: Ethernet: LNK (port eth1)
5
8: Ethernet: ACT (port eth2)
6 9: Ethernet: LNK (port eth2)
10: Ethernet: ACT (port eth3)
7
11: Ethernet: LNK (port eth3)

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8.1.1 Status
SYS LED APP LED PRG LED
Col- Col- Description
State State Colour State
our our
- Off - Off - Off Supply voltage not applied or supply voltage too low
Green Flashes - Off - Off Device starts
(0.5 Hz)
Green On Green On -1 -1 CODESYS runtime started
Green On - Off - Off CODESYS runtime stopped or no application
1 1
Green On Yel- Flashes - - CODESYS Development System connected
low (0.5 Hz)
Green On Red Flashes - Off CODESYS application error
(2 Hz)
Yellow Flashes - Off - Off Firmware being updated
(0.5 Hz)
Yellow On - Off - Off Recovery System in standby
Red Flashes - Off - Off Error (firmware error, error during firmware update or power
(2 Hz) supply error, etc.)
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Behaviour of LED, freely configurable in CODESYS application (Ò programming manual)

8.1.2 Ethernet
LED Description Colour State Description
LNK Status of the connection - Off No Ethernet connection
Green On Ethernet connection established
ACT Status of the data transmis- - Off No data transmission
sion
Yellow Flashes Data transmission

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8.2 Function key

The device provides the following function key:
• Boot Recovery
Using the Boot Recovery button, the user can start the device in recovery mode. In recovery mode,
various management functions can be performed (e.g. updating the device’s firmware).
The Boot Recovery button is located on the left side of the device next to the service cover. The button
can be reached through the hole in the housing.
1: Boot Recovery button
1 2 2: Service cover

The Boot Recovery button is deactivated during operation.

u Only use the Boot Recovery button while the device is booting, Updating the system
software (Ò / 17).
u Follow the notes on operation for the Boot Recovery button!

Notes on operation:
u Use the Boot Recovery button only if the regular update process fails.
u Activate the Boot Recovery button only with a non-conductive object (matchstick, etc.).
u Activate the Boot Recovery button with slight pressure only (max. 3 N).
u Press and hold the Boot Recovery button only as long as necessary.

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9 Set-up
Requirements:
ü Device is properly mounted.
ü Device is properly connected electrically.
u Switch on the operating voltage of the device.
w The device starts.
w The status LEDs show the status of the device.

9.1 Getting started

The user can change the IP settings of the Ethernet interfaces of the device with the help of the ifm
IoT Core Visualizer.
Requirements:
ü Laptop / PC connected with Ethernet port eth3.
u Start web browser.
u Go to the following URL: http://192.168.83.247:8090/browse
w User interface of the ifm IoT Core Visualizer appears.

u Select the [Parameter] > [Network] menu.

w The [br0] structure shows the IP settings of the Ethernet bridge (eth0 and eth1).
w The [eth0] structure shows the IP settings of the ethernet interface eth0.
w The [eth1] structure shows the IP settings of the ethernet interface eth1.
w The [eth2] structure shows the IP settings of the ethernet interface eth2.
w The [eth3] structure shows the IP settings of the ethernet interface eth3.
u Set the IP parameters of the Ethernet interfaces.
u For each interface: Click on  to write the changed parameters to the device.
w The changed parameters are stored on the device in a non-volatile manner.

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10 Settings

10.1 Updating the system software

New versions of the system software are available at: documentation.ifm.com
u Download new system software.

10.1.1 Updating the system software via IoT-Core Visualizer

The user can update the system software via the IoT Core Visualizer.
Requirements:
ü Device has been started.
ü Laptop / PC connected with Ethernet port eth3.
u Start web browser.
u Go to the following URL: http://<ip_eth3>:8090/browse (e.g. http://
192.168.83.247:8090/browse )
w User interface of the ifm IoT Core Visualizer appears.

u Select [Update] menu.

w Menu page shows information about the current firmware version.
u In the [Firmware] area: Click on [Load software file].
w File explorer appears.
u Select new firmware version and click [Open].
u In the [Firmware] area: Click on [Update].
w The firmware of the device is updated.
w The area shows the progress of the update process.
w After successful update: The device starts automatically.

10.1.2 Updating the system software via USB port

Requirements:
u Disconnect the device from the voltage supply.
u Copy the system software file (*.swu) to the root directory of the USB memory.
u Ensure that only one swu file is stored in the root directory of the USB memory.

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u Connect the USB memory with a free USB port of the device.
u Press and hold the boot recovery button and connect the device to the supply voltage. Keep the
boot recovery button pressed until the status LED SYS flashes yellow.
w The device starts.
w The device detects the system software file in the connected USB memory.
w The status LEDs show the status of the device.
w The device documents the update process in the file rec.log in the USB memory.
w After the update is complete, the device restarts automatically.
w New system software is installed.

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11 Troubleshooting

11.1 Status LEDs

The status LEDs signal the occurrence of errors and provide information about the cause of the error.

11.2 Resetting IP settings of the Ethernet ports

If the IP addresses of the Ethernet ports are lost, the user can reset the IP settings to the factory
settings.
Requirements:
ü The device is switched off.
ü USB memory is available.
u Create the following file in the root directory of the USB memory: restorenetworksettings.txt
u Connect the USB memory to the USB port usb0 or usb1 of the device.
u Connect the device to the supply voltage.
w The device starts.
w IP settings of the Ethernet ports are reset.
w The device changes the name of the file on the USB memory to: restorenetworksettings.rdy

11.3 Deleting a faulty CODESYS project

If a faulty CODESYS boot project prevents the device from starting properly, the user can delete the
CODESYS project on the device.
Requirements:
ü The device is switched off.
ü USB memory is available.
u Create the following file in the root directory of the USB memory: killbootapp.txt
u Connect the USB memory to the USB port usb0 or usb1 of the device.
u Connect the USB memory to the USB port USB0 or USB1 of the device.
u Connect the device to the supply voltage.
w The device starts.
w The CODESYS boot project will be deleted.
w The device changes the name of the file on the USB memory to: killbootapp.rdy

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12 Maintenance, repair and disposal

The device is maintenance-free with the exception of battery replacement.

12.1 Battery change

If the time is permanently out of adjustment after the device is turned on, the battery must be changed.
Position of the battery:
1: Service cover (orange)
1 2
2: Battery

ATTENTION
The protection rating does not apply if the service cover is open and there is no ESD
protection of the accessible contacts inside
w Damage to the device possible.
u Clean the area around the service cover before opening it.
u Protect the inside of the device against dirt and moisture.
u When changing the battery, take ESD precautions.

ATTENTION
The battery may fall inside the housing during the battery exchange.
w Damage to the device possible.
u Prevent the battery from falling inside the housing during the battery exchange.
u If the battery does fall inside the housing, remove it from the device immediately.

u Disconnect the device from the supply voltage.

u Fold up the service cover (orange) on the top of the device.
w Battery holder is visible.
u Remove battery and replace with new battery (battery type: CR1225).
u Observe polarity.
u Fold down the service cover (orange).
u Reset the system time.

12.2 Cleaning the housing surface

u Disconnect the device.
u Clean the device from dirt using a soft, chemically untreated and dry cloth.

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Micro-fibre cloths without chemical additives are recommended.

12.3 Repair
The device must only be repaired by the manufacturer.
u Observe the safety instructions.

12.4 Disposal
u After use, dispose of the unit in an environmentally friendly way in accordance with the applicable
national regulations.
u Dispose of used batteries in accordance with national environmental regulations. Do not dispose of
used batteries as household waste.

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