Platform replacement during project downgrades:
It is not possible to downgrade to a lower SINAMICS version. However, it is possible to transfer
project data by means of an XML export/import.
Preparations
Before the platform replacement can be performed, preliminary work may be necessary in the
existing project.
If a D4x5‑2 is to be imported into a D410‑2, then only the permitted quantity structure of the
D410‑2 may be configured in the D4x5‑2. This applies for all components, e.g. not only an
infeed, but also the permissible power units.
A D4x5‑2 with CU adapter and blocksize Power Module can be imported into a D410‑2 when
the CU adapter is connected to port 0. Otherwise, the topology will be destroyed.
Generally, the success of an import always also depends on the specific configurations of the
drive units, and whether the configuration is possible for the device to which the import is to
be performed. Also note any error messages that may occur.
Procedure
Proceed as follows:
1. In the project navigator of SIMOTION SCOUT, right-click the SIMOTION controller that is
to be replaced.
Select "Expert" > "Save project and export object" in the context menu.
"Save project and export object" exports selected data of the selected object in XML format.
This data export can then be reimported into other projects. The entire project is not
exported, only the data of the selected object (e.g. only the D4x5‑2 or only the SINAMICS
Integrated).
2. Specify the desired path and start the XML export.
3. When the export has been performed error-free, delete the device from the project and
confirm the prompt.
4. Insert the desired platform as new device in the project navigator of SIMOTION SCOUT.
With the selection of the device, you also define the SIMOTION version, and with a
SIMOTION D, also the SINAMICS version.
5. Import the data of the original platform into the new device. To do this, right-click the new
device and select "Expert" > "Import object" in the context menu.
6. Select the location where the XML export data is to be stored and start the import. Confirm
the prompt to continue with the import.
Confirm the message with regard to the import of a "non-compatible type" with "OK".
Service and maintenance
8.3 Adapting a project (Upgrading the project / Replacing the SIMOTION controller)
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