Festo EduTrainer Compact User manual

Festo Didactic
759614 en
07/2016
EduTrainer
®Compact/Universal
Manual

Order No.: 759614
Edition: 07/2016
Authors: Hans-Jürgen Eberhardt, Marc Eggelhöfer, Jürgen Haußmann, Remo Jedelhauser
Editor: Frank Ebel
Graphics: Hans-Jürgen Eberhardt, Remo Jedelhauser, Albert Sigel
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Contents
1 For your safety ______________________________________________________________________ 6
1.1 Use as intended______________________________________________________________________ 6
1.2 Pictograms__________________________________________________________________________ 6
1.3 Work safely _________________________________________________________________________ 7
2 Assembly instructions ________________________________________________________________ 9
2.1 Assembling controllers________________________________________________________________ 9
2.1.1 Allen Bradley ________________________________________________________________________ 9
2.1.2 Festo______________________________________________________________________________ 10
2.1.3 Siemens ___________________________________________________________________________ 11
2.1.4 Mitsubishi _________________________________________________________________________ 12
2.2 Extension with additional inputs/outputs _______________________________________________ 12
2.3 Connecting 19-inch modules in parallel _________________________________________________ 13
2.4 Converting the holder system _________________________________________________________ 13
3 Holder systems_____________________________________________________________________ 15
3.1 EduTrainer®Compact holder system ___________________________________________________ 15
3.1.1 Design and function _________________________________________________________________ 16
3.1.2 Commissioning _____________________________________________________________________ 16
3.1.3 Technical data ______________________________________________________________________ 16
3.2 EduTrainer®Universal holder system with power supply ___________________________________ 17
3.2.1 Structure and function _______________________________________________________________ 17
3.2.2 Commissioning _____________________________________________________________________ 18
3.2.3 Technical data ______________________________________________________________________ 18
4 19-inch module 16DIN _______________________________________________________________ 19
4.1 Structure and function _______________________________________________________________ 19
4.2 Commissioning _____________________________________________________________________ 20
4.3 Technical data ______________________________________________________________________ 20
4.4 Contact allocation table ______________________________________________________________ 20
5 19-inch module 16DOUT _____________________________________________________________ 21
5.1 Structure and function _______________________________________________________________ 21
5.2 Commissioning _____________________________________________________________________ 22
5.3 Technical data ______________________________________________________________________ 22
5.4 Contact allocation table ______________________________________________________________ 22
6 19-inch module 8DIN ________________________________________________________________ 23
6.1 Structure and function _______________________________________________________________ 23
6.2 Commissioning _____________________________________________________________________ 24
6.3 Technical data ______________________________________________________________________ 24
6.4 Contact allocation table ______________________________________________________________ 24

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7 19-inch module 8DIN, without switch __________________________________________________ 25
7.1 Layout and function _________________________________________________________________ 25
7.2 Commissioning _____________________________________________________________________ 26
7.3 Technical data ______________________________________________________________________ 26
7.4 Pin allocation table __________________________________________________________________ 26
8 19-inch module 8DOUT ______________________________________________________________ 27
8.1 Structure and function _______________________________________________________________ 27
8.2 Commissioning _____________________________________________________________________ 28
8.3 Technical data ______________________________________________________________________ 28
8.4 Contact allocation table ______________________________________________________________ 28
9 19-inch module 4DOUTR _____________________________________________________________ 29
9.1 Design and function _________________________________________________________________ 29
9.2 Commissioning _____________________________________________________________________ 29
9.3 Technical data ______________________________________________________________________ 30
10 19-inch module 4AIN/2AOUT _________________________________________________________ 31
10.1 Layout and function _________________________________________________________________ 31
10.2 Commissioning _____________________________________________________________________ 32
10.3 Technical data ______________________________________________________________________ 32
10.4 Contact allocation table ______________________________________________________________ 32
11 19-inch module 4AIN/2AOUT, without simulation________________________________________ 33
11.1 Layout and function _________________________________________________________________ 33
11.2 Commissioning _____________________________________________________________________ 34
11.3 Technical data ______________________________________________________________________ 34
11.4 Pin allocation table __________________________________________________________________ 34
12 19-inch module for word processing ___________________________________________________ 35
12.1 Structure and function _______________________________________________________________ 36
12.2 Commissioning _____________________________________________________________________ 36
12.3 Operation__________________________________________________________________________ 36
12.4 Technical data ______________________________________________________________________ 37
12.5 Contact allocation table ______________________________________________________________ 37
13 19-inch module for 37-pin system connector ____________________________________________ 39
13.1 Structure and function _______________________________________________________________ 39
13.2 Commissioning _____________________________________________________________________ 39
13.3 Technical data ______________________________________________________________________ 40
13.4 Contact allocation table ______________________________________________________________ 40

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14 19-inch module for SysLink system connector___________________________________________ 43
14.1 Structure and function _______________________________________________________________ 44
14.2 Commissioning _____________________________________________________________________ 44
14.3 Technical data ______________________________________________________________________ 45
14.4 Contact allocation table ______________________________________________________________ 45
15 19-inch AS-interface module _________________________________________________________ 47
15.1 Design and function _________________________________________________________________ 47
15.2 Commissioning _____________________________________________________________________ 48
15.3 Technical data ______________________________________________________________________ 48
15.4 Pin allocation table __________________________________________________________________ 48
16 19-inch module 24 V / 0 V ____________________________________________________________ 49
16.1 Design and function _________________________________________________________________ 49
16.2 Commissioning _____________________________________________________________________ 49
16.3 Technical data ______________________________________________________________________ 50
17 19-inch module 24 V ________________________________________________________________ 51
17.1 Design and function _________________________________________________________________ 51
17.2 Commissioning _____________________________________________________________________ 51
17.3 Technical data ______________________________________________________________________ 52
18 19-inch module 0 V _________________________________________________________________ 53
18.1 Layout and function _________________________________________________________________ 53
18.2 Commissioning _____________________________________________________________________ 53
18.3 Technical data ______________________________________________________________________ 54
19 19-inch blanking plates______________________________________________________________ 55
20 Maintenance and care _______________________________________________________________ 56
20.1 Cleaning ___________________________________________________________________________ 56
20.2 Changing fuses _____________________________________________________________________ 56
21 Disposal___________________________________________________________________________ 56

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1For your safety
1.1 Use as intended
The EduTrainer®PLC holder system must only be used:
•for operation as intended in teaching and training,
•when its safety functions are in perfect condition.
The system is constructed in accordance with the current state-of-the-art and recognised safety rules.
Nevertheless, improper use can result in danger to life and limb of users or third parties and damage to the
system.
The training companies and/or trainers must ensure that all trainees observe the safety precautions
described in this manual.
Festo Didactic hereby excludes any and all liability for damages suffered by trainees, the training company
and/or any third parties, which occur during use of this equipment in situations which serve any purpose
other than training, unless such damages have been caused by Festo Didactic due to malicious intent or
gross negligence.
Faults which may impair safety must not be caused during training and must be eliminated immediately.
1.2 Pictograms
This manual, and the hardware described herein, contains instructions on the possible dangers which may
occur if the system is not used correctly. The following pictograms are used:
Warning
This pictogram indicates that non-observance may result in serious personal injury
or damage to property.
Caution
This pictogram indicates that non-observance may result in personal injury or
damage to property.

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Warning
This pictogram indicates that the device must be switched off and its mains plug
must be removed from the electric outlet before installation, repair, maintenance,
and cleaning work. Observe the user documentation, in particular all safety
instructions. Non-observance may result in severe personal injury or damage to
property.
1.3 Work safely
The power supply unit is constructed to protection class I as per EN 61558-1. It is equipped with a VDE-
tested mains cable with protective earth conductor and must only be operated with or connected to
110/230 V alternating voltage networks with protective grounding.
•Risk of fatal injury from interrupted protective earth conductor
– The protective earth conductor (yellow/green) must not be interrupted either outside or inside of
the device.
– The insulation of the protective earth conductor must not be damaged or removed.
•National regulations for operating electrical systems and equipment must be observed in commercial
facilities.
•In schools and training facilities, the operation of power supply units must be responsibly monitored by
trained personnel.
•Caution!
Capacitors in the device can still be charged even if the device has been disconnected from all power
sources.
•When replacing fuses, use only prescribed fuses with the correct nominal current intensities.
•Never switch on your power supply unit immediately if it is moved from a cold room to a warm one. The
condensate that forms can, under unfavourable conditions, damage your device. Leave the device
switched off until it has reached room temperature.

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•Risk of fatal injury from connecting power supply units in series
Contact voltages > 25 V DC are no longer permitted.
Voltages > 120 V DC can be fatal to the touch.
– Do not connect power sources in a row.
•The ventilation slits of power supply units must not be covered. The devices must be placed on hard,
flame-resistant surfaces so that the air can enter the devices unhindered. The devices are primarily
cooled by convection.
•When working under electrical voltage, use only expressly suitable tools.
•Set the device up so that activation of switches and disconnectors is not rendered difficult.
•Risk of fatal injury from electrical shock
Protect the outputs of the power supply units (output sockets/terminals) and cables connected to them
from direct contact.
– Use only cables with adequate insulation and/or electric strength.
– Use safety sockets with touch-safe contact points.
•Safe operation of the device is no longer possible in the case of
– visible damage,
– faulty operation,
– inappropriate storage or
– inappropriate transport.
– Switch off the power immediately.
– Protect the device from being unintentionally turned on again.
•Disconnect the power before making or breaking electrical connections.
•Use only extra-low voltages (max. 24 V DC).
•Unused slots of the holder system must be covered with 19" blanking plates.
•Unused cable entries of the holder system must be covered with covers included with
the holder system.

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2Assembly instructions
Warning
Assembly work must only be carried out when the power supply plug is unplugged.
2.1 Assembling controllers
Caution
Controllers or extension modules must not be disassembled from the H-rail in wired condition.
Remove all cable connections before disassembling a controller or extension module.
2.1.1 Allen Bradley
–Assembly:
1. Hook he upper groove onto the H-rail.
2. Press the controller downwards and simultaneously against the H-rail until the mounting latch
engages. Make sure that the two mounting latches are in the upper (secured) position.

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–Disassembly:
1. Insert a flat-blade screwdriver in the mounting latch on the underside of the controller.
2. Hold the controller and lever the mounting latch downwards. The latch remains in the open
position. Repeat the process for the second mounting latch. You can now remove the controller
from the H-rail.
Note
Further information on assembling or disassembling the controller or individual extension modules
can be found in the manuals of the respective controller manufacturers.
2.1.2 Festo
–Assembly:
1. Tilt the controller and lean it against the wall above the H-rail.
2. Move the controller downwards until the H-rail clips touch the H-rail.
3. Press the lower half of the controller against the H-rail.
–Disassembly:
1. Hold the controller housing by placing your thumb on the underside of the controller and the
fingers of the same hand on the top.
2. Lever the controller away from the H-rail by applying moderate pressure to the underside with
your thumb and pulling it towards you. A distinct click lets you know that the device is now
unlatched and can be removed from the H-rail.

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Note
Further information on assembling or disassembling the controller or individual extension modules
can be found in the manuals of the respective controller manufacturers.
2.1.3 Siemens
–Assembly:
1. Establish a connection with the other modules by inserting a bus connector into the CPU
(see picture detail).
2. Mount the CPU (1).
3. Push the CPU over as far as the left-hand module (2).
4. Now tilt it downwards (not before) (3).
5. Hand-tighten the modules onto the mounting rail.
6. If you are using a CPU with MMC, insert this into the module slot.
7. You must assemble one digital input module and one digital output module on the right beside the
CPU. To do this, repeat steps 1 to 6.
Note
Only the internal power pack, the ER power pack or the tabletop power pack from Festo Didactic
may be used. Any other power packs are impermissible.
Note
Further information on assembling or disassembling the controller or individual extension modules
can be found in the manuals of the respective controller manufacturers.

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2.1.4 Mitsubishi
–Assembly:
The controller is assembled by engaging it on the H-rail (EN 50022).
–Disassembly:
The controller is disassembled by lifting the quick fastener using a screwdriver and removing the
controller from the rail.
Note
Further information on assembling or disassembling the controller or individual extension modules
can be found in the manuals of the respective controller manufacturers.
2.2 Extension with additional inputs/outputs
The installation process is shown using a Siemens controller as an example. This process is essentially the
same for all controllers; the only difference is how the controller is mounted on the holder system.
1. Remove as many blanking plates as necessary.
2. Guide the flat cable of the new I/O module through the cable entry into the housing and assemble the
module.
3. Connect the flat cables with the chosen 19-inch module.
4. To do this, connect the new 19-inch module with the last 19-inch module connected (e.g. SysLink
system connector module) via the 3-pin 24 V power supply cable.
Note
Unused slots must be covered with 19" blanking plates. Unused cable entries must be covered with
the covers included with the holder system.

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2.3 Connecting 19-inch modules in parallel
1. Remove as many blanking plates as necessary.
2. Remove the 19-inch module to which you want to connect a new 19-inch module in parallel (e.g. the
SysLink system connector module).
3. Connect the extension module with the SysLink module. The specific push-in connector can be found in
the description for the respective 19-inch modules in this manual.
Note
Unused slots must be covered with 19" blanking plates. Unused cable entries must be covered with
the covers included with the holder system.
2.4 Converting the holder system
The holder system can be easily converted from a rack variant to an A4 variant and vice versa.
Rack variant: A4 variant:

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Converting the rack variant to an A4 variant
The respective conversion kit can be ordered from Festo Didactic.
1. Screw in and tighten the rubber buffers and washers by hand.
2. Loosen the aluminium rails using an Allen key and remove.
3. Loosen the screws on the housing back wall using an Allen key,
shift the housing back wall downwards to the stop,
and retighten the screws on the housing back wall.
If you want to place the A4 variant at an angle on the table, you must assemble the handle in the position
shown below.

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3Holder systems
The holder systems included with the EduTrainer®Compact and EduTrainer®Universal product ranges are
described in the following sections.
3.1 EduTrainer®Compact holder system
Size 1: ER end housing (left) for mounting Size 2: ER end housing (left) for mounting the controller
the controller with various mounting rails and with various mounting rails, ER middle housing and
ER end housing (right) for mounting 19" modules ER end housing (right) for mounting 19" modules
with a width of up to 9 HP with a width of up to 33 HP
Size 3: ER end housing (left) for mounting the controller with various mounting rails, two ER middle housings and ER end housing
(right) for mounting 19" modules with a width of up to 57 HP

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3.1.1 Design and function
The EduTrainer®Compact holder system makes it possible to combine controllers from various
manufacturers with simulation plates and 4 mm connection plates. Holder systems are available in three
different sizes.
3.1.2 Commissioning
Connect the EduTrainer®Compact to a 24 V DC power supply using laboratory cables with 4 mm safety
sockets.
3.1.3 Technical data
Electrical/mechanical
Operating voltage 24 V DC
Output voltage Corresponds to input voltage
Fuse 3.15 A slow-blow
Output current Max. 4.5 A
Connection 4 mm safety sockets
3-pin plug for internal power supply to the modules
Size 1 171 x 243 x 82 mm (PLC plus 9 HP)
Size 2 171 x 365 x 82 mm (PLC plus 33 HP)
Size 3 171 x 487 x 82 mm (PLC plus 57 HP)
Maximum PLC width/height 160 mm/130 mm
CE marking in accordance with low voltage directive
in accordance with EU-EMC Directive
Interference emission tested to EN 61000-6-3
Interference immunity tested to EN 61000-6-1
Subject to change

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3.2 EduTrainer®Universal holder system with power supply
EduTrainer®Universal holder system with power supply EduTrainer®Universal holder system with power supply
(old version) (new version)
3.2.1 Structure and function
The holder system of your EduTrainer®PLC enables controllers from different manufacturers to be combined
with simulation plates and 4 mm connection plates. The holder system is available in two sizes and two
variants. The integrated simulation plates and 4 mm connection plates are supplied with power using the
integrated 19-inch power supply module and switched on and off centrally via a rocker switch.
Power supply (left-hand figure)
The mains switch with indicator, a control LED for 24 V and 4 mm safety sockets for 24 V and 0 V are located
on the front panel.
Limited power voltage supply (right-hand figure)
The mains switch with indicator, a control LED for 24 V, a resettable 4 A fuse, 4 mm safety sockets for 24 V
and 0 V and a safety socket for connecting the protective conductor are located on the front panel.
If the fuse is tripped, it can be reset by pressing the white button.

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3.2.2 Commissioning
Warning
When the mains cable is plugged in, voltage is present at the mains switch as far as the power
supply unit (110/230 V AC). Assembly work must only be carried out when the power supply plug is
unplugged.
1. Assemble the required simulation plates and 4 mm connection plates if applicable.
2. Connect the EduTrainer® PLC to the laboratory power supply.
3. Switch on the mains switch.
3.2.3 Technical data
Electrical/Mechanical
Operating voltage 110 V – 230 V AC
50 – 60 Hz
Input current 1.3 A – 0.65 A AC
Output voltage 24 V DC ± 3%
Fuse 3.15 A slow-blowing
Output current Max. 4.5 A
Connection 4 mm safety sockets
3-pin plug for internal supply to modules
Front-plate width, power supply 6 HP (1 HP = 1/5“ = 5.08 mm)
Size 1 297 mm x 305 mm x 120 mm (60 HP)
Size 2 297 mm x 458 mm x 120 mm (90 HP)
Maximum PLC width/height, size 1 295 mm/125 mm
Maximum PLC width/height, size 2 448 mm/125 mm
CE marking in accordance with low voltage directive
in accordance with EU-EMC Directive
Interference emission tested to EN 61000-6-3
Interference immunity tested to EN 61000-6-1
Subject to change

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419-inch module 16DIN
SV1, SV2: 10-pin inputs
SV3, SV4: 16-pin inputs
JP1, JP2: Supply via 24 V or 24 V NA
SL1, SL2: Connections for 24 V DC supply voltage
4.1 Structure and function
The 19-inch module for 16DIN extends the functional scope of your EduTrainer®PLC system. It has 16 digital
inputs on 4 mm safety sockets and 16 switches/pushbuttons for signal simulation.
The input signals from a PLC are applied to the controller either via the 4 mm safety sockets or in parallel via
the pushbuttons. Each pushbutton has a detenting and non-detenting function. This enables them to
generate static or pulsed signals.

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4.2 Commissioning
1. Connect the inputs/outputs to the PLC using a flat cable:
– SV3/SV4: Siemens S7 (16-pin)
– SV1/SV2: Other controller types (10-pin)
2. If using modules in parallel, these can be connected via the free insulation-displacement connector
SV1/SV2 or SV3/SV4 using flat cables.
3. Connect the 24 V power supply by means of the 3-pin connector SL1 or SL2.
4. The jumpers JP1 and JP2 define that the input module is directly supplied via 24 V.
5. Screw the 19-inch module into the frame.
4.3 Technical data
Electrical/Mechanical
Operating voltage 24 V DC
Input voltage 0 V to operating voltage
Input impedance See PLC manual
Current rating Max. 4.0 A
Connection 4 mm safety sockets
Front-plate width 12 HP
Subject to change
4.4 Contact allocation table
Pin SV1 SV2 SV3 SV4 Pin SV1 SV2 SV3 SV4
1 L1+ L2+ 0V 0V 9 I7 I17 L1+ L2+
2 I0 I10 I7 I17 10 0V 0V I3 I13
3 I1 I11 0V 0V 11 — — L1+ L2+
4 I2 I12 I6 I16 12 — — I2 I12
5 I3 I13 0V 0V 13 — — L1+ L2+
6 I4 I14 I5 I15 14 — — I1 I11
7 I5 I15 0V 0V 15 — — L1+ L2+
8 I6 I16 I4 I14 16 — — I0 I10