
Description
2.1 Area of application and features
SIMATIC RF170C
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Operating Instructions, 02/2022, J31069-D0176-U001-A6-7618
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RF1070R (Freeport protocol)
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Any serial devices via RS232/RS422 (Freeport protocol)
Features
Operation of the RF170C requires an ET 200pro interface module (IM 154-1 DP, IM 154-2 DP
High Feature, IM 154-4 PN High Feature, IM 154-8 CPU).
Via the RF170C, the data on the transponders can be physically addressed (normal
addressing)
The following blocks are available to you in SIMATIC S7.
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FB 45 / FB 55 for normal addressing
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Ident profile/Ident blocks
The functions provide you with an interface that features numerous commands and is easy to
operate.
The hardware configuration of the RF170C is made using a hardware support package (HSP)
which must be integrated in the SIMATIC Manager or TIA Portal or using the GSD file.
Other features
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Up to nine RF170Cs can be operated at the same time in an ET 200 station.
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Any other I/O modules from the ET 200pro range can be operated in parallel with an
RF170C.
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Degree of protection IP67
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Integration into the plant with standard cables or user-assembled cables using via
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PROFIBUS: ECOFAST, M12, 7/8" or direct connection (PG threaded joint)
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PROFINET: M12, 7/8", push pull (RJ-45 or SCRJ FO)
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Firmware update of the RF170C
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Diagnostics data can be enabled/diabled
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Support for I&M functionality
I&M is a mechanism for reading out information via the module and saving system
information such as function, installation date, installation location, and comments.