
Service and maintenance
6.4 Firmware update
SIMATIC RF170C
Operating Instructions, 02/2022, J31069-D0176-U001-A6-7618
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Replacing a (defective) RF170C
Follow the steps below to replace the CM RF170C:
1.
Loosen the 4 screws on the front panel of the connection module (top and bottom) using
the cross-head screwdriver.
2.
Remove the connection module with the RF170C from the bus module.
3.
Press the release button on the top of the RF170C while at the same time pulling the
connection module up and off the electronic module.
4.
Remove one half of the coding element from the new RF170C (top left).
5.
Insert the connection module onto the new RF170C.
6.
Insert the connection module with the RF170C onto the bus module and secure it with the
screws.
Note
Removing/plugging in the reader cable
Removal and insertion of the reader cable is permissible under power. An "init_run" is
required after connecting a new reader.
NOTICE
Do not make any changes to the coding during the replacement.
Do not make any changes to the coding during the replacement to make sure that your
system continues to run free of errors..
NOTICE
Configuring the modules with the article number "6GT2002-0HD00"
The modules with article number "6GT2002-0HD00" will be completely replaced by the
modules with article number "6GT2002-0HD01". Note that if you configure the old modules
with one of the new modes (e.g. Freeport protocol) the modules will be inoperable. If the
old modules are configured with a new mode, no “desired/actual” error message will be
generated. Instead a parameter assignment error iis reported when the module starts up.
6.4
Firmware update
The firmware of the RF170C can be updated. The update takes place via STEP 7 (TIA Portal) or
the SIMATIC Manager.
You will find detailed information on the update in the operating instructions “ET 200pro
distributed I/O device (
https://support.industry.siemens.com/cs/ww/en/view/21210852
You will find the latest firmware version on the page of Siemens Industry Online Support
https://support.industry.siemens.com/cs/ww/en/view/24512084
).