Siemens SIMATIC Power Line Booster User manual

SIMATIC
Power Line Booster
Operating Instructions
V2.00
11/2019
A5E36203125A
-AG
Introduction
1
Device description
2
Plant planning
3
Plant installation
4
PROFINET/Ethernet
5
System configuration and
system status (web
interface)
6
Maintenance and service
7
Technical specifications and
approvals
8
Order numbers
9

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Table of contents
1 Introduction............................................................................................................................................. 7
1.1 Preface......................................................................................................................................7
1.2 System overview and introduction ............................................................................................7
1.3 Rated conditions .....................................................................................................................10
1.4 Insulation.................................................................................................................................10
2 Device description................................................................................................................................. 11
2.1 Introduction .............................................................................................................................11
2.2 PLB Basic module...................................................................................................................12
2.2.1 Reset button............................................................................................................................13
2.2.2 DIP switches ...........................................................................................................................14
2.2.3 LED display.............................................................................................................................15
2.2.4 Slots ........................................................................................................................................17
2.2.5 Power supply connection........................................................................................................18
2.2.6 Powerline connection..............................................................................................................18
2.2.7 PLB firmware update ..............................................................................................................19
2.3 BusAdapter .............................................................................................................................21
2.3.1 LED display.............................................................................................................................22
2.3.2 Network cable connection.......................................................................................................23
2.4 PLB modem module ...............................................................................................................24
2.4.1 LED display.............................................................................................................................25
2.5 PLB Empty module .................................................................................................................27
2.6 PLB TC module.......................................................................................................................28
2.7 Accessories.............................................................................................................................29
2.7.1 Carrier power supply...............................................................................................................29
2.7.2 PLB connection cable .............................................................................................................32
3 Plant planning ....................................................................................................................................... 35
3.1 Overview of PLB applications .................................................................................................35
3.2 Single slider solution (PSS) ....................................................................................................36
3.3 Double slider solution (PDS)...................................................................................................37
3.3.1 Maximum permissible velocity during segment change .........................................................38
3.3.2 Parallel and redundant communication via PRP ....................................................................39
3.4 System limits...........................................................................................................................40
3.4.1 Segment length.......................................................................................................................40
3.4.2 Maximum number of stations..................................................................................................40
3.4.3 Master position........................................................................................................................42
3.5 Comparison PSS to PDS........................................................................................................45
3.6 System times ..........................................................................................................................45

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3.6.1 Startup time............................................................................................................................ 45
3.6.2 Registration and transfer times .............................................................................................. 46
3.7 Data rate ................................................................................................................................ 46
4 Plant installation.................................................................................................................................... 47
4.1 Cables in the powerline system and their shielding............................................................... 47
4.2 Rail connection of master and carrier power supply.............................................................. 48
4.3 Connection of the PLB slave.................................................................................................. 49
4.4 Rail connection TC module.................................................................................................... 49
4.5 Plant attenuation .................................................................................................................... 50
4.6 Rail system and arrangement ................................................................................................ 52
4.7 Rail grounding (PE rail).......................................................................................................... 53
4.8 Segment cut........................................................................................................................... 54
4.9 Rail interruptions (e.g. lifter)................................................................................................... 55
4.10 Loops ..................................................................................................................................... 55
4.11 Switches................................................................................................................................. 57
4.11.1 Switch as segment cut ........................................................................................................... 57
4.11.2 Switch in the communication segment .................................................................................. 58
4.12 Insulation monitor................................................................................................................... 60
4.13 Installation .............................................................................................................................. 61
4.13.1 Power Line Booster (PLB BM) ............................................................................................... 61
4.13.2 PLB modem module/BusAdapter........................................................................................... 62
4.13.3 PLB connector........................................................................................................................ 62
5 PROFINET/Ethernet ............................................................................................................................. 63
5.1 PROFINET IO ........................................................................................................................ 63
5.1.1 Introduction ............................................................................................................................ 63
5.1.2 Startup parameters ................................................................................................................ 63
5.1.3 IO address space (cyclic data)............................................................................................... 64
5.1.4 Identification and maintenance data ...................................................................................... 68
5.1.5 Device-specific data records.................................................................................................. 69
5.1.6 Interrupts/diagnostic message ............................................................................................... 71
5.2 Ethernet and IP address assignment..................................................................................... 71
5.3 Timing and runtimes .............................................................................................................. 72
5.3.1 Overview ................................................................................................................................ 72
5.3.2 Configuring the PROFINET update time ............................................................................... 72
5.3.3 Configuration of the monitoring time...................................................................................... 73
6 System configuration and system status (web interface)........................................................................ 77
6.1 Overview of web interface...................................................................................................... 77
6.1.1 Print preview .......................................................................................................................... 77
6.1.2 Tooltip on the parameters ...................................................................................................... 78
6.1.3 Login ...................................................................................................................................... 78
6.2 Information ............................................................................................................................. 80

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6.2.1 Home page - System overview...............................................................................................80
6.2.2 Error status and warnings of the device .................................................................................81
6.2.3 Versions ..................................................................................................................................84
6.2.4 Log tables ...............................................................................................................................85
6.3 System ....................................................................................................................................87
6.3.1 Restart & reset ........................................................................................................................87
6.3.2 Update ....................................................................................................................................88
6.3.3 Loading and saving.................................................................................................................89
6.3.4 Automatic logout .....................................................................................................................91
6.3.5 User.........................................................................................................................................92
6.3.6 System time ............................................................................................................................93
6.3.6.1 Setting the time manually .......................................................................................................93
6.3.6.2 Setting the time-of-day of the NTP client................................................................................94
6.4 Powerline ................................................................................................................................95
6.4.1 Traffic Manager.......................................................................................................................95
6.4.1.1 Traffic Manager time configuration .........................................................................................95
6.4.1.2 Traffic Manager buffer configuration.......................................................................................96
6.4.1.3 Traffic Manager communication .............................................................................................98
6.4.1.4 Traffic Manager User priority ..................................................................................................99
6.4.2 Modem configuration ............................................................................................................100
6.4.2.1 Signal configuration ..............................................................................................................100
6.4.2.2 Segment configuration (master only)....................................................................................101
6.4.3 Status tables (master only) ...................................................................................................
102
6.4.3.1 Device status (master only) ..................................................................................................103
6.4.3.2 Cycle time .............................................................................................................................104
6.4.4 Signal quality (master only) ..................................................................................................106
6.4.4.1 Signal gain and transmission quality ....................................................................................106
6.4.4.2 Signal graphs ........................................................................................................................108
6.4.4.3 Tone Map..............................................................................................................................109
6.4.4.4 Signal strength ......................................................................................................................110
6.4.4.5 Signal-to-noise ratio ..............................................................................................................111
6.4.5 Voltage measurement (master only).....................................................................................112
6.5 Expert functions ....................................................................................................................113
6.5.1 Changing NMK (channel) temporarily...................................................................................114
6.5.2 Temporary level change .......................................................................................................115
6.5.3 Crosstalk measurement........................................................................................................116
6.5.4 Modem Core Dump...............................................................................................................119
6.6 Commissioning sequence.....................................................................................................120
6.6.1 Visual check..........................................................................................................................120
6.6.2 Segment cabling ...................................................................................................................120
6.6.3 Segment damping.................................................................................................................121
6.6.4 Cycle times and level values ................................................................................................121
6.6.5 Frequency spectrum used ....................................................................................................121
6.6.6 Test mode with reduced levels .............................................................................................122
6.7 Error diagnostics ...................................................................................................................122
7 Maintenance and service .................................................................................................................... 123
7.1 Spare parts and repairs ........................................................................................................123
7.2 Recycling and disposal .........................................................................................................123

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8 Technical specifications and approvals ................................................................................................125
8.1 Technical specifications ....................................................................................................... 125
8.1.1 Mechanics ............................................................................................................................ 125
8.1.2 Shock values........................................................................................................................ 126
8.1.3 Electrical characteristic values............................................................................................. 126
8.1.4 MTBF ................................................................................................................................... 127
8.1.5 Climate ................................................................................................................................. 127
8.2 Approvals ............................................................................................................................. 127
8.2.1 CE conformity....................................................................................................................... 127
8.2.2 cULus approval .................................................................................................................... 128
9 Order numbers.....................................................................................................................................129
Index ...................................................................................................................................................131

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Introduction
1
1.1 Preface
Purpose of the manual
This manual describes the hardware and software components of the Power Line Booster
system (PLB system).
This manual provides information based on the requirements as defined by DIN EN 82079-1
regarding mechanical engineering documentation. This information relates to the place of
use, transport, storage, installation, use and maintenance.
Target group
This manual is intended for:
●Installation personnel
●Configuration engineers
●Operating personnel
●Maintenance personnel
Required knowledge
General knowledge in the area of automation engineering is required to understand this
manual.
Experience in the use of PROFINET is also helpful.
1.2 System overview and introduction
The Power Line Booster system is a communication system for data transmission on
conductive media. The system provides Ethernet-based communication connections
between stationary plant controllers and mobile plant units. The media can be sliding contact
systems, such as in electric overhead conveyors, or flexible cables, such as the ones used in
crane systems.
The Power Line Booster is designed for operation in industrial environments.
The PLB system has the following basic properties:
●It transmits Ethernet signals from a plant controller (e.g. SIMATIC CPU or controller) to up
to 50 communication devices. In case of real-time requirements (e.g. for
PROFINET/PROFIsafe), we recommend a maximum of 40 devices per master.
●It prioritizes cyclic PROFINET telegrams to ensure real-time conditions.

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●It ensures that all devices can receive or send the high-priority PROFINET IO data within
a defined period of time.
●It also provides good bandwidth for transmission of low-priority data
●It transmits the network frames transparently and without making changes to the data.
●It supports the use of the proven SIMATIC PROFINET automation components on mobile
plant units.
●It can be easily integrated into the SIMATIC product portfolio, and it can be configured as
a PROFINET device to retrieve status information for diagnostic purposes.
●Product maintenance and innovation are guaranteed in the course of further SIMATIC
development
Note
If you have any questions
regarding system design and installation, feel free to contact the
technical support for the Power Line Booster (plb
[e-mail]
(
mailto:[e-mail])) or your local Siemens representative.
The typical configuration of a Power Line Booster application is shown in the figure below.

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Figure 1-1 Design example of a Power Line Booster system
Technology
The Power Line Booster uses communication technology that can be used to implement the
transmission of Ethernet-based frames, especially PROFINET, over power cables and/or
control cables. One main area of application is in transport applications based on sliding
contacts, such as electric monorail systems as well as storage and retrieval systems.
In this instance, the Power Line Booster modulates the data frames that are received by
standard Ethernet (IEEE 802.3i / 10BASE-T; IEEE 802.3u / Fast Ethernet; IEEE 802.3y /
100BASE-T2) to different carrier frequencies. These carrier frequencies are located in the
PLB Master
PL
PN PN
Powerline medium (Rail / Cable)
PN
PL
SIMATIC Cont roller
devices
...
PLB TC
legend:
PROFINET
Powerline
PLB Slave
PL
PN PN
PLB Slave
PL
PN PN
PLB TC
vehicle vehicle

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range from about 2 MHz up to about 28 MHz. By the same token, the device demodulates
the data telegrams it receives from the other end.
1.3 Rated conditions
●The operation of Power Line Booster devices in public supply networks is not permitted.
●The operation of standard powerline components in the PLB system environment is not
permitted, because real-time requirements can no longer be guaranteed in this case.
●Only devices that are connected to a PLB master can communicate with devices that are
connected to a PLB slave. Inter-device communication, that is, direct data exchange,
between devices connected to different PLB slaves is not possible.
●We recommend operating the Power Line Booster in a separate communication network.
1.4 Insulation
The Power Line Booster or Power Line Booster system is intended for operation in low
voltage systems with up to 500 V AC. The recommended components require that all
voltages within the system are within the following limits:
●Low voltage: Max. 500 V AC +15% line-to-line voltage with symmetrical ground
This high limit applies to the system supply lines, e.g. L1, L2, L3 (not for the
communication cables), and refers to the insulation system of the PLB system.
●Extra-low voltage: Max. 42 V AC +15%
This restriction applies to the communication cables. Operation of the system is also
possible when these rails or cables are de-energized. Operation is not possible when
both communication cables are short-circuited.
●PLB supply voltage: 24 V DC ± 20%
The power supply unit for the supply voltage of the Power Line Booster must meet the
"Safety Extra Low Voltage" (SELV) or "Low Voltage / Current" (LV/C) specification. The
device cannot be supplied over the communication cables.

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Device description
2
2.1 Introduction
You usually need the following components to implement a Power Line Booster system:
●Power Line Booster Module (PLB BM) as master and slave (see PLB Basis (Page 12))
with a Power Line Booster Modem Module (PLB MM) (see PLB Modem Module
(Page 24)) and a BusAdapter (Page 21)
●Termination and coupling modules (PLB TC)
see also "PLB TC Module (Page 28)"
●Carrier power supply (Page 29)
●Additional system-dependent components
Overview
Figure 2-1 Fully equipped device
Der Power Line Booster consists of a PLB BM (basic module) ➀ which is equipped with the
following modules:
●1ET200SP BA (BusAdapter) ➁
●1 PLB MM (Modem Module) ➂
●1 PLB EM (Empty Module) ➃

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Accessories include the 24 V DC power supply connection plug ➆ and the powerline
connection plug ➇.
You have the option to equip the Power Line Booster with
●the label ➄,
●the shield ➅ and
●the shield clamp ➈.
You can configure the Power Line Booster as PLB master or PLB slave. There can be only
one PLB master in a communication segment. It has to be mounted stationary. A PLB slave
is usually mounted on the vehicle. You can use several slaves in one segment.
NOTICE
Plug or remove the Modem Module and the BusAdapter only in the de-energized state.
2.2 PLB Basic module
Figure 2-2 PLB Basic module
The Power Line Booster is available in this version.
PLB device
MLFB
PLB Basic module:
PLB BM LV M/S
6ES7972-5AA10-0AB0
The basic module holds the Power Line Booster modem modules and the BusAdapter.
This device must receive its power supply only through the supply input X80 (24 V DC).
The voltage on the cables used for communication must not exceed 48 V AC (42 V AC
+15%) in standard operation.

Device description
2.2 PLB Basic module
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2.2.1 Reset button
The Factory RESET (FRES) button is located on the bottom of the PLB.
Figure 2-3 FRES button
Figure 2-4 Position of the FRES button
Keeping the FRES button pressed for more than 5 seconds, results in a restart and the
factory settings are restored on the device. A reset to factory settings is also possible on the
"Restart & Reset (Page 87)" page in the web interface. Note that the IP address is reset as
well and must be reassigned.

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2.2.2 DIP switches
Figure 2-5 DIP switches
No settings are necessary (factory state) when you use the Power Line Booster as slave. To
use the PLB as master, however, you must set the DIP switch "M/S" accordingly.
In some special cases, you may have to make additional settings.
The possible settings are listed in the "Operator controls" table.
The switches are located below the PLB EM (Empty Module).
NOTICE
Use the DIP switches for configuration only in the de-energized state.
Table 2- 1 Operator controls
Operator control
Labeling
State
Function
DIP switch
Master/Slave
M/S
Off (factory state)
PLB slave operation
On
PLB master operation
DIP switch
Channel
CH 0
CH 1
Channel
CH 1
CH 0
Setting of 4 different chan-
nels.
1 (delivery state)
0
0
2
0
1
3
1
0
4
1
1

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By setting the channel you can separate communication on a logical level. Only devices
(master and slaves) with identical channel settings can communicate with each other in a
plant.
Table 2- 2 Set master/slave operating mode
Power Line Booster in slave operating mode Power Line Booster in master operating mode
Table 2- 3 Channel setting (examples)
Power Line Booster configured for channel 1
Power Line Booster configured for channel 2
2.2.3 LED display
Figure 2-6 LED displays on the PLB basic module

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Table 2- 4 LED PLB BM
LED labeling
Meaning
Color
State
Description
PWR
Power
Green
Off
24 V supply missing or too low
On LED test for about 0.5 s during startup
24 V supply
PWR PL
Power - powerline
Green
Off
Normal operation
Flashes (ap-
prox. 1 Hz)
Short-circuit of a powerline cable to PE or L1, L2
or L3
On
LED test for about 0.5 s during startup
RN
Run
Green
Off
Startup
Flashes (ap-
prox. 1 Hz)
Waiting for PROFINET connection or operation
without PROFINET
Station flash test (PN) together with the port LEDs
of the ET200SP BusAdapter (BA)
Flashes (ap-
prox. 4 Hz)
Firmware update of the basis in progress (togeth-
er with ER and MT)
On LED test for about 0.5 s during startup
PN-AR with IO data exchange
ER
Error
Red
Off
No error
Flashes
(approx. 1 Hz)
Station flash test (PN) together with the port LEDs
of the ET200SP BusAdapter (BA)
External error: Short-circuit between a phase and
Rail A or Rail B
External error: Ground fault of Rail A or Rail B
Flashes (ap-
prox. 4 Hz)
Firmware update of the basis in progress (togeth-
er with RN and MT)
On LED test for about 0.5 s during startup
2 modems inserted or modem installed incorrectly
MT
Maintenance
Yellow
Off
No maintenance required
Flashes
(approx. 1 Hz)
Station flash test (PN) together with the port LEDs
of the ET200SP BusAdapter (BA)
Flashes (ap-
prox. 4 Hz)
Flashes synchronously with the LEDs of the PLB
MM
•Firmware update of the modem module is
running.
•When restarting after a configuration change
a)
Flashes (ap-
prox. 4 Hz)
Firmware update of the basis in progress (togeth-
er with ER and RN)
On LED test for about 0.5 s during startup
Maintenance required: e.g. FW update has failed.
A new update is necessary.
MS
Master
Green
Off
PLB slave
On LED test for about 0.5 s during startup
PLB master

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LED labeling
Meaning
Color
State
Description
Note:
If all LEDs are flashing permanently at a frequency of 1 Hz, you are dealing with a configuration
or device fault.
a)
Changing the DIP switch settings
2.2.4 Slots
①
Slot X3 for the ET200SP BA (BusAdapter)
②
Slot X4 for the PLB MM (Modem Module)
③
Slot X3 for the PLB EM (Empty Module)
Figure 2-7 Slots on the PLB basic module

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2.2.5 Power supply connection
Figure 2-8 24 V DC power supply port X80
Terminal
Connection
X80.1
+ 24 V DC (SELV or LV/C)
X80.2
0 V
2.2.6 Powerline connection
Figure 2-9 Powerline port X2
Terminal
Connection
Name
X2.1
42 V AC
Rail A
X2.2
Rail B

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2.2.7 PLB firmware update
You can update the Power Line Booster firmware. As part of this update, the modem module
(PLB MM) firmware may also be updated. Each PLB modem that is plugged into the PLB
basic module automatically receives the modem firmware stored there. You have two
options for updating the Power Line Booster.
1. As of PLB firmware version V2.X, you can use the integrated web interface to update the
firmware (see "Update (Page 88)").
2. You can update all PLB firmware versions using an SFTP connection. This option is
described below.
Requirement for the update is that you have configured an IP address on the PLB that is
going to be upgraded (see "Ethernet and IP address assignment (Page 71)"). To update,
connect a PC to the Power Line Booster you want to upgrade. Due to the higher data
transmission rate, we recommend performing the update directly via the Ethernet interface.
However, you can also install the firmware via powerline. The update is installed via the
"Secure File Transfer Protocol" (SFTP).
This means an SFTP client program, such as WinSCP (freeware), must be installed on the
PC.
The update packet installed via SFTP always contains a *.tgz and a *.sig file.
NOTICE
Make sure that at least one firmware with version V1.3.0 is installed on the device and that
a PLB modem with order number 6ES7972-5AA51-0AB0 is plugged in.
The PLB modem with order number 6ES7972-5AA50-0AB0 is no longer supported by the
PLB as of version V2.X and results in an error (Page 16) when you start the PLB after the
update.
Step 1: Installing the files
The PLB is connected using the IP address of the device. You must enter the following
information to log in:
●User: update
●Password: powerline
You now switch to the "/upload" directory using the SFTP client and copy the two firmware
files to this directory. Once both files have been loaded completely to the PLB, they are
checked by the PLB. If the check were to fail (in case of incorrect files or transmission errors,
for example), the PLB will not start the update and store an error file with a detailed error
message in the upload directory. It may take a few seconds (< 20 s) to check the update
packet.

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Step 2: Update
The PLB indicates that the update is in progress through flashing of the "MT", "RN" and "ER"
LEDs. This display mode starts as soon as the check of the firmware files has been
completed successfully. The PLB applies the files as new operating software and restarts
several times. The update can take up to 5 minutes.
Once the update has been completed, the PLB stops flashing and resumes its normal
function. If necessary, the modem firmware may also be updated when the PLB is first
booted after the update (see "PLB Modem Module (Page 24)").
If the update was not successful, the PLB will usually resume its normal function, but it will
now indicate that maintenance is required through its "MT" LED (stays on). Please contact
Technical Support in this case.
We recommend resetting the PLB to factory settings after the update (see "Reset button
(Page 13)" or "Restart (Page 87)").
NOTICE
A firmware update can take up to five minutes.
When updating the Power Line Booster, the power supply must not be switched off. An
interruption of the power supply may irreversibly destroy the PLB.
Note
Mixed operation with different firmware versions
A basic functionality of the system is also given in mixed
operation with different firmware
versions. However, there may be a restriction in the status and diagnostics data. We
recommend you avoid mixed operation as much as possible in productive systems and that
you upgrade the masters first in the case of a sys
tem update.
See also
LED display (Page 15)