Quickstart Guide FLEXtra PROFINET-Switch | Version 1 | 17.09.2020
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Operation
Successful and safe operation of the device requires proper transport, storage, setup,
assembly, installation, commissioning, operation, and maintenance.
Operate the device only in flawless condition. The permissible operating conditions and
performance limits (technical data) must be adhered to.
Retrofits, changes, or modifications to the device are strictly forbidden.
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Introduction
Please consider the safety instructions for the product, which can be
found in the FLEXtra PROFINET-Switch manual. You can download
the manual from the website www.helmholz.de in the download area
of the product or use the shown QR code.
This document is intended to explain the initial commissioning of the FLEXtra
PROFINET switch in a standard application case.
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Preparing the PROFINET-Switch
3.1
Connecting
The FLEXtra PROFINET switch has a redundant power supply. The FLEXtra PROFINET switch must be
supplied with 24 VDC via the supplied connector plug at at least one of the two "-/+" wide-range inputs
(18 - 30 VDC).
The RJ45 sockets "X1 P1 - X1 P16" are used to connect the network devices (PROFINET or Ethernet).
The housing of the PROFINET switch is not grounded. Please connect the functional grounding
connection (FG named FE on front) of the PROFINET switch correctly with the reference potential.
