TIP for synchronous grouping
If you use device-dependent ST libraries, then the upgrade can be accelerated through the
following procedure:
1. Upgrade the device version for all devices that participate in the synchronous grouping in
the ST libraries
(example: Change D445 V4.1 to D445‑2 V4.2).
See also Section Upgrading a library (Page 357).
2. Save the project and close it in SIMOTION SCOUT.
3. Perform the module replacement for all devices of the synchronous grouping in HW Config
for this project and then save.
4. Open the project in SIMOTION SCOUT.
The entire synchronous grouping is now completely upgraded.
8.3.6
Device replacement in HW Config
Procedure
1. Double-click the SIMOTION device to be replaced in the project navigator in
SIMOTION SCOUT. HW Config opens.
2. Open the "SIMOTION Drive-based" folder in the hardware catalog.
Note
SIMOTION D is modeled as a compact device in HW Config. When modules are being
replaced, this means the new module must be moved to the header of the module rack
shown and not to slot 2. Please make sure that you do not delete the D4x5‑2 rack!
When you move the new module to the rack header using drag-and-drop, the old module
will be replaced. Alternatively, you can:
● Select the rack header and double-click the new module in the module catalog to replace
the previous module, or:
● Right-click the rack header and select "Replace Object"
3. Move the new module to the top field of the module rack using drag-and-drop.
4. Confirm the dialog box that appears with "Yes" if you want to replace the SIMOTION device.
The module is replaced.
Service and maintenance
8.3 Adapting a project (Upgrading the project / Replacing the SIMOTION controller)
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