Softing TH LINK PROFINET User manual

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TH LINK PROFINET
Installation Manual
Version: EN-201410-1.00

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Table of Contents
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Table of Contents
Chapter 1 ..................................................................................5
Introduction
..................................................................................................... 51.1 About TH LINK
..................................................................................................... 51.2 Intended use
..................................................................................................... 51.3 Before you connect TH LINK
..................................................................................................... 71.4 Conventions
..................................................................................................... 81.5 Scope of delivery
..................................................................................................... 81.6 Configuration requirements
..................................................................................................... 81.7 Network presettings
Chapter 2 ..................................................................................10
TH LINK design
..................................................................................................... 102.1 Connections and display elements
..................................................................................................... 112.2 Mounting
Chapter 3 ..................................................................................12
Start-up guideline
Chapter 4 ..................................................................................13
Mount/unmount device
..................................................................................................... 134.1 Mount device
..................................................................................................... 134.2 Unmount device
Chapter 5 ..................................................................................15
Connect to network
Chapter 6 ..................................................................................17
Connecting power supply and relay
contact
Chapter 7 ..................................................................................19
Configuring the device in the network
..................................................................................................... 197.1 Connection in a network with DHCP server
..................................................................................................... 19
7.2 Connection in a network with manual IP address
assignment
..................................................................................................... 207.3 Setting new IP and network addresses
..................................................................................................... 227.4 Checking the connection to the device
Chapter 8 ..................................................................................23
Login/Logout
..................................................................................................... 238.1 Login
..................................................................................................... 238.2 Logout
Chapter 9 ..................................................................................24
Settings pages
..................................................................................................... 249.1 TH LINK settings
......................................................................................................... 24
User administration - change password9.1.1
......................................................................................................... 25
TH LINK description9.1.2
......................................................................................................... 25
Network configuration9.1.3

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..................................................................................................... 259.2 TH SCOPE settings
......................................................................................................... 26
Measurement9.2.1
......................................................................................................... 27
Alerting9.2.2
......................................................................................................... 27
Parameter distribution9.2.3
............................................................................................. 27
Set parameter provider
9.2.3.1
............................................................................................. 27
Apply parameters
9.2.3.2
............................................................................................. 28
Parameters
9.2.3.3
Chapter 10 ..................................................................................29
Firmware update
Chapter 11 ..................................................................................30
Troubleshooting
Chapter 12 ..................................................................................31
Technical data

Chapter 1 - Introduction
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1 Introduction
1.1 About TH LINK
What is TH LINK?
TH LINK provides a secure access to the fieldbus network. It
forms the basis for the Softing product TH SCOPE.
TH LINK can easily be assembled/installed and is easy to put
into operation. Through integrated websites it can be configured
without additional software. The delivered default configuration
allows start-up in only a few minutes. In order to prevent network
disruptions by unauthorized configuration changes, all
configuration functions are protected by user administration.
Features
Secure access to the PROFINET network
Basis for TH SCOPE
Access protection through integrated user administration.
1.2 Intended use
The device is designed to be used as a secure access point to
PROFINET networks. Any other use is deemed non-intended use.
1.3 Before you connect TH LINK
Strictly observe the following safety instructions before connecting
the TH LINK:
Note
Small objects or liquids must not enter the case of the
device (e.g. through the ventilation slots). This may
damage the device.
Never cover the ventilation slots on the device.

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Note
Never open the case of the device or carry out any
mechanical modifications on the device. This may lead to
damages on the device as well as to loss of warranty.
EMC note
The TH LINK contains electronic components sensitive
to electrostatic discharges. Damages due to electrostatic
discharge can lead to premature failure of components
or intermittent faults at a later stage. Before installing the
TH LINK, divert the electrostatic discharge away from
your body and the tools used.
Carefully plan the integration of the device into an existing
system and ensure proper function of the system after
installation.
The device may only be installed or uninstalled by qualified,
trained electrical engineering personnel. When installing the
device, observe the regulations for handling electric
components in accordance with VDE 0100. In addition, you
must also observe the valid safety and accident prevention
regulations (UVV) when operating the device within the
jurisdiction of the Federal Republic of Germany.
Always install the device on a suitable top-hat rail (mounting rail).
Cables used for the connection must not apply any mechanical
forces to the device.
High temperature differences between the storage site and
installation site can result in condensation within the case, which
may cause the device to become damaged. In case of high
temperature differences, wait at least three hours before
operating the device.

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WEEE
Electrical and electronic equipment must be disposed of
separately from normal waste at the end of its operational
lifetime.
Please dispose of this product according to the
respective national regulations or contractual
agreements. If there are any further questions
concerning the disposal of this product, please contact
Softing Industrial Automation.
1.4 Conventions
The following conventions are used throughout Softing customer
documentation:
Keys, buttons, menu items,
commands and other elements
involving user interaction are set in
bold font and menu sequences are
separated by an arrow
Open Start Control
Panel Programs
Buttons from the user interface are
enclosed in brackets and set to bold
typeface
Press [Start] to start the
application
Coding samples, file extracts and
screen output is set in Courier font
type
MaxDlsapAddressSuppo
rted=23
Filenames and directories are
written in italic
Device description files
are located in C:
\StarterKit\delivery
\software\Device
Description files
Note
This symbol is used to call attention to notable
information that should be followed during installation,
use, or servicing of this device.

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Hint
This symbol is used when providing you with helpful user
hints.
1.5 Scope of delivery
TH LINK PROFINET includes
TH LINK
Installation manual
Release Note
You can find software and documentation in our download area at
http://industrial.softing.com/en/downloads.html.
1.6 Configuration requirements
(not included in the delivery)
Web browser with Adobe Flash Player 10.0 or higher
Enabling port 80 and IP 224.0.5.128 port 2364 UDP
The following ports have to be enabled in the firewall:
Protocol/Purpose
Port
HTTP
80 TCP
Firmware update
1100 TCP
TH LINK communication with each
other
1123, 1124, 2364 UDP
TH LINK communication with TH
SCOPE
via Multicast
via Unicast
2364 UDP
1151, 2365 UDP
1.7 Network presettings
The device is preset to network operation with a DHCP server.
No network configuration settings are required in this operating
mode.

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In case of manual allocation of IP addresses the device can be
reached via the following IP addresses (Factory set):
For office network:
IP address
169.254.0.1
Subnet mask
255.255.0.0
For automation network:
IP address
169.254.0.2
Subnet mask
255.255.0.0

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2 TH LINK design
2.1 Connections and display elements
Figure 1: TH LINK (front and lateral view)
[1] Ethernet interface for office network
olights yellow: Ethernet data communication
olights green: physical connection available
[2] LED ETH
olights red: boot procedure
olights green: firmware update in progress
ois off: boot procedure is completed

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[3] LED RUN
olights red: internal failure
olights green: power supply is applied
ois off: device is not powered
[4] LED BUS
olights red: Relay contact active (error occurred in the bus).
olights green: TH SCOPE measurement is running
ois off: TH SCOPE measurement is stopped
[5] Ethernet interface for automation network
oLED lights yellow: Ethernet data communication
oLED lights green: physical connection available
[6] Terminal strip for +24 V DC power supply
oA: 24 V (+)
oB: 0 V (-)
oC: Relay contact - In
oD: Relay contact - Out
oE: Earth conductor
[7] SD card slot
[8] Type label
2.2 Mounting
[9] 35 mm DIN rail (not included in the delivery)

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3 Start-up guideline
The following steps are required for start-up:
1. Installing (see Mount/unmount device).
2. Connect to network (see Connect to network).
3. Connect to the power supply (see Connecting power supply and
relay contact).
4. Configure network (see Configuring the device in the network).
Note
To set the IP address manually you must connect your
PC/notebook to the TH LINK via crossover cable.

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4 Mount/unmount device
4.1 Mount device
Note
Make sure you have a minimum of 2 inches below and
above the TH LINK in order to ensure heat dissipation.
Figure 2: Mount and unmount the TH LINK
[1] Device with notch on DIN rail
[2] DIN rail
[3] Device on DIN rail
[4] Stop lever
1. Place the notch of the TH LINK on the DIN rail.
2. Move the TH LINK downward until the stop lever locks into place
on the DIN rail.
4.2 Unmount device
1. Remove the connected supply and signal lines (Ethernet,
voltage).

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2. Place the screwdriver into the stop lever on the TH LINK (see
figure above).
3. Press the screwdriver in the direction of the TH LINK and
simultaneously swing the device off the DIN rail.

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5 Connect to network
1. Insert the patch cable plug (RJ-45, not included in the scope of
delivery) into the Ethernet socket on the device until the plug
locks into place.
2. The green LED on the Ethernet socket lights as soon as the
device is energized and a network is available.
Connection options
Figure 3: Connecting options
1. Secure access at separated networks - Connection to office
network and automation network
a. At the upper Ethernet interface with the monitor icon (see
figure 1 no. [1]) the office network is connected, from which
the access to the automation network should be done.
b. At the lower Ethernet interface with the factory icon (see
figure 1 no. [5]) the automation network is connected that
should be monitored.

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2. One network - Connection to automation network only
a. Connect the TH LINK with the lower Ethernet interface with
the factory icon (see figure 1 no. [5]) in the automation
network.
b. The connection of the upper Ethernet interface is not
required, if the access to the TH LINK is done from the
automation network.
Note
There must be no firewall between the TH LINK and the
PROFINET devices.
Note
The TH LINK does not provide any switch or router
functionality.

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6 Connecting power supply and relay contact
Electrical voltage
Only qualified electricians are allowed to work on the
electrical equipment.
Danger due to incorrect earthing
Incorrect TH LINK earthing may cause injury to personnel
or damage the device. Ensure correct and proper
earthing of the TH LINK.
Note
Reverse polarity in the power supply can damage the
device. Make sure the power supply is connected with
correct polarity.
Figure 4: Terminal strip for power supply on the device

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1. Connect the cable of a 24 V power supply and the earth
conductor (earth terminal) to the terminal strip on the device. The
terminal strip can be plugged and lifted out for installation using
a screwdriver.
2. Connect the cable of the circuit that should be closed by the
relay contact to the terminal strip on the device.
3. Switch on the power supply. The LED RUN is green and the
LED ETH flashes red until the TH LINK's initiation procedure is
completed. Afterward only the LED RUN lights green.

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7 Configuring the device in the network
There are two connecting options for each Ethernet interface to
choose from, depending on your network:
Connection in a network with DHCP server (Dynamic Host
Configuration Protocol):
automatic and dynamic allocation of IP addresses (connection
with patch cable via hub or switch)
Connection in a network with manual IP assignment (peer-to-
peer):
manual allocation of IP addresses (connection with crossover
cable)
7.1 Connection in a network with DHCP server
The device is preset to network operation with a DHCP server and
in this case it is automatically assigned an IP address.
Note
If you connect to the network while the boot procedure is
already running or completed, the DHCP may fail to be
identified. The routine for the DHCP identification only
runs during the boot procedure of the device.
Switch off the power supply briefly for a new DHCP
identification.
7.2 Connection in a network with manual IP address
assignment
If you use the TH LINK in an Ethernet network without DHCP server,
you need the following for configuration:
TCP/IP settings for this network,
a PC/notebook with a web browser and Adobe Flash Player,
a crossover cable between PC/notebook and TH LINK (peer-to-
peer connection).

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Note
Always notify your system administrator prior to allocating
IP addresses.
If you set an address already assigned, other devices in
the network may be deactivated and communication may
be affected.
The PC/notebook must be in the same subnet as the TH
LINK.
7.3 Setting new IP and network addresses
1. Connect the TH LINK with the upper Ethernet interface with the
monitor icon (see figure 1 no. [1]) to a PC/notebook via
crossover cable. The PC/notebook has to be in the same
subnet as the TH LINK (e.g. with the IP address 169.254.0.5).
2. Start a web browser on your PC/notebook.
3. Enter the IP address http://169.254.0.1 and press Enter.
4. Click on Login to log on as administrator.
5. Enter the password. The default password is the nine-digit serial
number of the device. You can find it on the device's type label
or at Info.
6. Then click [Ok].
Note
We recommend changing the password after login.
7. Click on Settings and then on TH LINK.
8. Change in Network configuration menu the Configuration
method from DHCP to Manually (see figure 5).
9. Enter the new IP address.
Note
The device saves your settings. Note down the set IP
address. You can only access the configuration page of
the device by using this address.