IFM AL1060 User manual

Operating instructions
IO-Link master with USB interface
AL1060
11520140 / 0006 / 2023
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Contents
1 Preliminary note ............................................................. 3
1.1 Symbols used.......................................................... 3
1.2 Warnings.............................................................. 3
1.3 Change history......................................................... 3
2 Safety instructions............................................................ 4
3 Intended use................................................................ 5
4 Function ................................................................... 6
4.1 IO-Link ............................................................... 6
4.1.1 IO-Link supply...................................................... 6
4.2 Additional digital input / output ............................................. 6
4.3 Visual indication ........................................................ 6
4.4 Parameter setting....................................................... 6
5 Installation.................................................................. 7
5.1 Installing the device...................................................... 7
6 Electrical connection.......................................................... 8
6.1 Overview.............................................................. 8
6.2 General wiring information ................................................ 8
6.2.1 Connection technology............................................... 8
6.3 IO-Link port (Class A).................................................... 8
6.4 Voltage supply ......................................................... 9
7 Operating and display elements................................................. 10
7.1 LEDs................................................................. 10
7.1.1 Voltage supply ..................................................... 10
7.1.2 IO-Link port........................................................ 10
7.1.3 Digital input / output ................................................. 10
8 Set-up..................................................................... 11
8.1 Installing the parameter setting software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
9 Parameter setting............................................................ 12
9.1 Getting started ......................................................... 12
9.1.1 Online parameter setting.............................................. 13
9.1.2 Offline parameter setting.............................................. 13
9.2 IoT: setting the application-specific tag . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
9.3 Port 1: setting the operating mode of pin 4 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
9.4 Port 1: setting the cycle time of the IO-Link transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
9.5 Port 1: setting the device validation and data storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
9.6 Port 1: setting the operating mode of pin 2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
9.7 Info: Reading device information............................................ 17
9.8 Update firmware........................................................ 17
9.9 Firmware: Showing the firmware version. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
9.10 Firmware: Resetting the device............................................. 18
9.11 Firmware: Restarting the device............................................ 18
10 Troubleshooting ............................................................. 19
11 Maintenance, repair and disposal................................................ 20
11.1 Cleaning the housing surface.............................................. 20
11.2 Updating the firmware.................................................... 20

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1 Preliminary note
You will find instructions, technical data, approvals and further information using the QR code on the
unit / packaging or at documentation.ifm.com.
1.1 Symbols used
Requirement
Instructions
Reaction, result
[...] Designation of keys, buttons or indications
Cross-reference
Important note
Non-compliance may result in malfunction or interference.
Information
Supplementary note
1.2 Warnings
Warnings indicate the possibility of personal injury and damage to property. This enables safe product
handling. Warnings are graded as follows:
WARNING
Warning of serious personal injury
wIf the warning is not observed, fatal and serious injuries are possible.
CAUTION
Warning of minor to moderate personal injury
wIf the warning is not observed, minor to moderate injuries are possible.
ATTENTION
Warning of damage to property
wIf the warning is not observed, damage to property is possible.
1.3 Change history
Issue Subject Date
00 New creation of the document 06 / 2023

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2 Safety instructions
• The unit described is a subcomponent for integration into a system.
– The system architect is responsible for the safety of the system.
– The system architect undertakes to perform a risk assessment and to create documentation in
accordance with legal and normative requirements to be provided to the operator and user of
the system. This documentation must contain all necessary information and safety instructions
for the operator, the user and, if applicable, for any service personnel authorised by the
architect of the system.
• Read this document before setting up the product and keep it during the entire service life.
• The product must be suitable for the corresponding applications and environmental conditions
without any restrictions.
• Only use the product for its intended purpose (Ò Intended use).
• If the operating instructions or the technical data are not adhered to, personal injury and/or damage
to property may occur.
• The manufacturer assumes no liability or warranty for any consequences caused by tampering with
the product or incorrect use by the operator.
• Installation, electrical connection, set-up, operation and maintenance of the product must be
carried out by qualified personnel authorised by the machine operator.
• Protect units and cables against damage.

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3 Intended use
The device may only be used for the following purposes:
• IO-Link master for configuration, management and operation of IO-Link devices
• As a gateway between an IO-Link device and the USB interface of a computer
The device is designed for use outside of a control cabinet.

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4 Function
4.1 IO-Link
The device offers the following IO-Link functions:
• IO-Link master (IO-Link revision 1.0 and 1.1)
• 1 IO-Link port to connect IO-Link devices
4.1.1 IO-Link supply
The device provides a supply for 1 IO-Link device (sensors, actuators).
The IO-Link port is a port Class A.
4.2 Additional digital input / output
The IO-Link port offers either an additional digital input or digital output at pin 2. They refer to the
potential of the device supply at pin 3 (L-).
4.3 Visual indication
The device displays the following indications:
• Status of the voltage supply
• Status of the IO-Link port
• Status of the digital input / output
4.4 Parameter setting
The device offers the following configuration options:
• Parameter setting software
– ifm moneo OS + ifm moneo|configure
– ifm moneo|configure SA

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5 Installation
5.1 Installing the device
The following applies to all types of mounting:
The responsibility for the compliance with the requirements concerning mounting of the device
in the application with regard to shock, vibration, acceleration and weight lies with the system
architect.
uMount the device on a suitable surface.
uWhen installing the device in a plant, use only suitable mounting accessories (e.g. cable ties).
uWhen using cable ties, use the recesses of the device as a guide (Ò figure). Min. width of the cable
ties: 2mm.
When attaching the cable ties, make sure that the status LEDs of the device are not covered.

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6 Electrical connection
6.1 Overview
2
3
1
1: IO-Link port
2: AUX port
3: USB port
6.2 General wiring information
The device must be connected by a qualified electrician.
uObserve the national and international regulations for the installation of electrical equipment.
The device is only suitable for operation using SELV/PELV voltages.
uPlease note the information concerning IO-Link wiring!
This device contains components that may be damaged or destroyed by electrostatic discharge
(ESD).
uPlease observe the required precautions against electrostatic discharge!
6.2.1 Connection technology
The threaded connections in the device correspond to the M12 standard. To ensure compliance with
the specified protection rating, only cables that comply with this standard may be used. In the case of
self-assembled cables, the system manufacturer is responsible for the protection rating.
uUse connectors with gold-plated contacts.
uDuring installation, place the connectors vertically so that the coupling nut will not damage the
thread.
uBefore connecting the connector, check that there is an undamaged O-ring in the socket.
uObserve the coding of the connectors during installation.
uProvide cables with a strain relief depending on the mounting conditions to avoid excessive strain
on the installation points and the M12 connections.
uCover unused connections with protective covers. Tightening torque: max. 2.2Nm
6.3 IO-Link port (Class A)
IO-Link devices (sensors, actuators) are connected to the IO-Link port (class A).
The IO-Link port meets the requirements of the IO-Link specifications 1.0 to 1.1.2.
The port has short circuit detection (US).
The port has an additional digital input / output.
Wiring:

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3
1 2
4
5
1: Sensor supply (US) L+
2: Digital input / output
3: Sensor supply (US) L-
4: IO-Link (C/Q)
5: Not used
uConnect the IO-Link device to the IO-Link port. Max. cable length: 20m
uFor connection, use an M12 connector (minimum protection rating: IP 66 / IP 67).
uTighten the cable plug using 0.6...1.5Nm.
6.4 Voltage supply
The device and the connected IO-Link device are supplied via the USB connection. In addition, the
data is transferred to and from the PC/laptop via the USB interface.
Wiring:
4
2 1
3
1: VBUS +5VDC
2: Data -
3: Data +
4: GND
uConnect the device to the USB interface of the PC/laptop via the USB port.
If the connected IO-Link device temporarily or permanently requires more than 150 mA ±10%, the
supply via the USB port is not sufficient. Additional supply voltage can be supplied via the AUX port.
When disconnected from the additional supply voltage, the device reboots.
uFor stable operation, always operate the device with an additional supply voltage at the AUX
port.
uEnsure correct wiring! Do not connect the additional supply voltage to the USB port.
Wiring:
43
2 1
1: +24 V DC (US)
2: Not used
3: GND (US)
4: Not used
uConnect the device to the 24 V DC supply voltage (20...30 SELV/PELV) via the AUX port.
Recommended cable length: max. 3 m

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7 Operating and display elements
7.1 LEDs
2 3
1
1: PWR
2:
3: DI/DO
7.1.1 Voltage supply
LED Description Colour State Description
PWR Voltage supply sta-
tus
- Off No supply voltage applied
Green On Supply voltage applied (USB or power supply)
Red On Supply voltage of the power supply insufficient or faulty /
short circuit
7.1.2 IO-Link port
LED Description Colour State Description
Status of the IO-Link
port (pin 4)
- Off “Disabled” operating mode or
“DI” / “DO” operating mode: signal level = OFF
Orange On “DI” / “DO” operating mode: signal level = ON
Green Flashes “IO-Link” operating mode: connection to the IO-Link device
is being established / no IO-Link device connected
On “IO-Link” operating mode: connection to the IO-Link device
established and OK
Red Flashes “IO-Link” operating mode: connection to IO-Link device
faulty / short circuit
On “DI” / “DO” operating mode: short circuit
7.1.3 Digital input / output
LED Description Colour State Description
DI/DO Digital input / output
signal level (pin 2)
Orange Off “DI” / “DO” operating mode: signal level = OFF
On “DI” / “DO” operating mode: signal level = ON

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8 Set-up
No special drivers are required to operate the IO-Link master under Microsoft Windows 10. When
connecting the device to the USB interface, the operating system will recognise it and automatically
install the necessary USB drivers.
uConnect the IO-Link master to a PC/laptop, Electrical connection (Ò/8).
uOptional: Connect the IO-Link master to an additional supply voltage.
wWhen connecting the IO-Link master to the USB port of the PC/laptop, it will start with factory
settings.
wThe indicators signal the current operating status, Operating and display elements (Ò/10).
uConnect the IO-Link device with the IO-Link master, Electrical connection (Ò/8).
wThe IO-Link master supplies the connected IO-Link device with the required operating voltage.
8.1 Installing the parameter setting software
A parameter setting software is required to configure the IO-Link master and the connected IO-Link
device.
Supported parameter setting software:
• ifm moneo OS (art. no. QMS001) + module licence ifm moneo|configure (art. no. QMP020)
• ifm moneo|configure SA (art. no. QMP010)
uFor correct installation: observe the installation instructions for ifm moneo.
Requirements:
üParameter setting software is available.
uStart the laptop / PC.
uInstall the parameter setting software on the laptop / PC.
uActivate the parameter setting software.
wParameter setting software is installed.

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9 Parameter setting
9.1 Getting started
Requirements:
üThe parameter setting software is correctly installed on the laptop / PC.
üThe laptop / PC is connected to the USB interface of the device.
uStart the parameter setting software.
wThe user interface of the parameter setting software appears.
uClick on the [Configure devices] tile.
wView of [connected devices] appears.
uClick on [Network scan].
wA dialogue window appears.
uSelect the [USB port (IO-Link master E30390 and AL1060)] option.
uClick on [SCAN].
wParameter setting software searches for devices connected to the USB port.
wParameter setting software detects the connected IO-Link master.
uIn the [Actions] column: Click on .
wConnecting to device.
wThe connected IO-Link device is detected.
Fig.1: IO-Link master with connected IO-Link device (example: AL1060 with sensor MVQ101)
To configure the IO-Link master:
uIn the Actions column: Click on .
wThe parameter value editor of the IO-Link master appears.

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Fig.2: Parameter value editor of AL1060
9.1.1 Online parameter setting
The device supports online parameter setting. The parameters of the IO-Link master and the
connected IO-Link devices can be set during operation.
Changing parameters during operation will influence the behaviour of the plant.
uEnsure that there will be no malfunctions in your plant.
During the parameter setting process, the IO-Link master and the connected IO-Link devices stay in
operating mode. They continue to perform their functions with the set parameters until the parameter
setting has been completed.
9.1.2 Offline parameter setting
The device supports offline parameter setting. The user creates a configuration for the IO-Link master
and the connected IO-Link devices without being connected to the device. The configuration created
can be stored as a file (*.lrp) and loaded to the device and activated at a later point.
9.2 IoT: setting the application-specific tag
The user can set an application-specific tag for the device to help identify the device.
Available parameters:
Parameter Description Value range Access
Application tag Source identifier of the IO-Link master
in the structure of the LR AGENT or LR
SMARTOBSERVER (String32)
e.g. “factory 2 plant 1” rw 1
1Read and write
Requirements:
üThe parameter setting software has been started.
üThe connection to the device has been established.
uSelect [IoT] menu.
wThe menu page shows the current settings.

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uSet the application-specific tag.
uSave the changes on the device.
wApplication-specific tag is active.
9.3 Port 1: setting the operating mode of pin 4
Pin 4 of the port supports the following operating modes:
• Disabled: no data transmission to pin 4 (C/Q) of the port
• Digital input: binary input signal at pin 4 (C/Q) of the port
• Digital output: binary output signal at pin 4 (C/Q) of the port
• IO-Link: IO-Link data transmission via pin 4 (C/Q) of the port
The set operating mode must match the operating mode of the device connected to the port (sensor,
actuator, IO-Link device).
Available parameters:
Parameter Description Value range Access
[Port 1 Mode Pin4 US] Operating mode of the port (pin 4) • Disabled: deactivated
• DI: digital input
• DO: digital output
• IO-Link: IO-Link (default)
rw 1
1Read and write
To set the operating mode of the IO-Link port:
Requirements:
üThe parameter setting software has been started.
üThe detailed view of the device is active.
uSelect [Port 1] menu.
wThe menu page shows the current settings.
uSet the operating mode of pin 4 of the IO-Link port.
uSave the changes on the device.
wThe set operating mode is active.
9.4 Port 1: setting the cycle time of the IO-Link transmission
Available parameters:
Parameter Description Value range Access
[Port 1 Cycle time preset] Cycle time of the data transmission be-
tween IO-Link master and IO-Link de-
vice
• 0: Best possible cycle time is set
automatically (default)
• 1: 1 µs
…
• 132800: 132800µs
rw 1
[Port 1 Cycle time actual] Current cycle time of the data trans-
mission between IO-Link master and
IO-Link device (value in µs)
• 1: 1 µs
…
• 132800: 132800 µs
ro 2
[Port 1 Bitrate] Transmission rate of the IO-Link device
(value in kBaud)
• COM1: 4.8 kbaud
• COM2: 38.4 kBaud
• COM3: 230.4 kBaud
ro 2
1Read and write

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2read only; Parameter only available if operating mode pin 4 (US) = IO-Link and IO-Link device is connected to port
To set the cycle time of the IO-Link data transmission:
Requirements:
üThe parameter setting software has been started.
üThe detailed view of the device is active.
üOperating mode of pin 4 is set to value “IO-Link”.
uSelect [Port 1] menu.
wThe menu page shows the current settings.
uSet the cycle time of the data transmission.
uSave the changes on the device.
wThe set operating mode is active.
9.5 Port 1: setting the device validation and data storage
The device supports the functions device validation and backup / restore of parameter data of the
connected IO-Link devices.
The following options are available:
Option Validation of the connected
IO-Link device Backup of parameter values Restore of parameter val- ues
[No check and clear] No No No
[Type compatible V1.0 de-
vice]
Yes, test compatibility with IO-
Link standard V1.0
No No
[Type compatible V1.1 de-
vice]
Yes, test compatibility with IO-
Link standard V1.1
No No
[Type compatible V1.1 de-
vice with Backup + Restore]
Yes, test compatibility with IO-
Link standard V1.1 and identity
of design (vendor ID, device
ID)
Yes, automatic backup of pa-
rameter values; Changes to
the current parameter values
will be stored
Yes, restore of parameter val-
ues when connecting an iden-
tical IO-Link device with facto-
ry settings
[Type compatible V1.1 de-
vice with Restore]
Yes, test compatibility with IO-
Link standard V1.1 and identity
of design (vendor ID, device
ID)
No, there is no automatic
backup; Changes to the pa-
rameter values are not stored
Yes, restore of parameter val-
ues when connecting an iden-
tical IO-Link device with facto-
ry settings
Device validation and backup / restore of parameter values are only available if the “IO-Link”
operating mode of the port has been activated.
For options [Type compatible V1.1 device with Backup + Restore] and [Type compatible V1.1
device with Restore]: If the parameters [Vendor ID] or [Device ID] are changed in online mode,
the data memory is deleted and the parameter values of the connected IO-Link device are
backed-up again in the IO-Link master.
Available parameters:

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Parameter Description Value range Access
[Port 1 Validation / Data
Storage]
Device validation and data storage
functions for backing up and restoring
parameter sets of the connected IO-
Link device
• No check and clear: validation
deactivated; data storage functions
deactivated (default)
• Type compatible V1.0 device:
validation activated; data storage
functions deactivated
• Type compatible V1.1 device:
validation activated; data storage
functions deactivated
• Type compatible V1.1 device with
Backup + Restore: validation
activated; data storage functions
“Backup” and “Restore” activated
• Type compatible V1.1 device with
Restore: validation activated; data
storage function “Restore” activated
rw 1
[Port 1 Vendor ID] ID of the manufacturer • 0 (default)
…
• 65535
rw 2
[Port 1 Device ID] ID of the IO-Link device • 0 (default)
…
• 16777215
rw 2
1Read and write
2Parameter only available if operating mode pin 4 (US) = IO-Link and IO-Link device is connected to the port
To set the device validation and data storage functions:
Requirements:
üThe parameter setting software has been started.
üThe detailed view of the device is active.
üOperating mode of pin 4 is set to value “IO-Link”.
uSelect [Port 1] menu.
wThe menu page shows the current settings.
uSet device validation and data storage functions.
uSave the changes on the device.
wSet device validation and data storage functions are active.
9.6 Port 1: setting the operating mode of pin 2
Available parameters:
Parameter Description Value range Access
[Port 1 pin2mode] Operating mode of pin 2 of the IO-Link
port
• DI: digital input (default)
• DO: digital output
rw 1
1Read and write
To set the operating mode of pin 2 of the IO-Link port:
Requirements:
üThe parameter setting software has been started.
üThe detailed view of the device is active.
uSelect [Port 1] menu.
wThe menu page shows the current settings.
uSet operating mode of pin 2 of the IO-Link port.

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uSave the changes on the device.
wThe set operating mode is active.
9.7 Info: Reading device information
Available information:
Name Description Value range Access
Product code Article number AL1060 ro 1
Device family Family of the device IO-Link master ro 1
Vendor Manufacturer or vendor ifm electronic ro 1
SW revision Firmware version e.g., AL1x6x_cn_ub_v3.2.6 ro 1
HW revision Hardware version e.g., AA ro 1
Bootloader revision Bootloader version e.g., AL1xxx_bl_f7_v2.4.1 ro 1
Serial number Serial number e.g., 000194610104 ro 1
Fieldbus type Fieldbus Internet of Things ro 1
1Read only
To read the device information:
Requirements:
üThe parameter setting software has been started.
üThe connection to the device has been established.
üThe detailed view of the device is active.
uSelect [Info] menu.
wThe menu page shows the device information.
9.8 Update firmware
To update the firmware of the device:
Requirements:
üNew firmware has been downloaded. documentation.ifm.com
üThe parameter setting software has been started.
üThe connection to the device has been established.
üThe detailed view of the device is active.
uIn the header: Click on .
wA dialogue window appears.
uClick on [Import firmware file].
wThe file explorer appears.
uSelect the firmware file (.bin) and click on [Open].
wThe new firmware file is selected.
uClick on [OK].
wThe firmware of the device is updated.
wThe status of the update process is displayed.
wThe firmware of the device has been updated.

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9.9 Firmware: Showing the firmware version
Available parameters:
Parameter Description Value range Access
Version Firmware version e.g., AL1x6x_cn_ub_v3.2.6 ro 1
1Read only
Requirements:
üThe parameter setting software has been started.
üThe connection to the device has been established.
üThe detailed view of the device is active.
uSelect the [Firmware] menu.
wThe menu page shows the firmware version.
9.10 Firmware: Resetting the device
Requirements:
üThe parameter setting software has been started.
üThe connection to the device has been established.
üThe detailed view of the device is active.
uSelect the [Firmware] menu.
uClick on [Factory reset].
wThe device is reset to factory settings.
wAll parameters are set to their default values.
wThe device is read again.
9.11 Firmware: Restarting the device
Requirements:
üThe parameter setting software has been started.
üThe connection to the device has been established.
üThe detailed view of the device is active.
uSelect the [Firmware] menu.
uClick on [Reboot].
wThe device is restarted.
wAll set parameter values will be retained.

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10 Troubleshooting
Errors, warnings and status messages are indicated by the status LEDs: Operating and display
elements (Ò/10)
Additional status information is provided by the parameter setting software in online mode (Ò user
documentation of the parameter setting software).
Fault description Cause of the fault Corrective measures
Status LED flashes red although
connected IO-Link device is work-
ing correctly
A faulty configuration of the IO-Link port
prevents the connection to the IO-Link
device
Option 1:
uCheck whether the parameters [Port 1
Vendor ID] and [Port 1 Device ID] are set
correctly
Option 2:
uSet parameter [Port 1 Validation/
Datastorage] to value “No check and
clear”

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11 Maintenance, repair and disposal
The operation of the unit is maintenance-free.
uDispose of the device in an environmentally friendly way in accordance with the applicable national
regulations when it is no longer used.
11.1 Cleaning the housing surface
Clean the surface of the device when necessary.
uDisconnect the device.
uClean the device from dirt using a soft, chemically untreated and dry cloth.
uIn case of severe soiling, use a cloth moistened with water.
uDo not use any caustic cleaning agents for this!
11.2 Updating the firmware
The firmware of the device can be updated using the following methods:
• ifm moneo|configure: Update firmware (Ò/17)