Rexroth IndraWorks 10VRS
FDT Container Application Manual
DOK-IWORKS-FDT*CON*V10-AW02-EN-P
RS-1b52f19c0e982b3e0a6846a000413b34-2-en-US-4
This documentation describes the IndraWorks FDT Container functionality. It includes the enabling of the functionality in the project and the dialogs.
Edition Release Date Notes
120-2700-B328-01/EN 03.2009 First edition 10VRS 120-2700-B328-02/EN 01.2010 Modifications implemen‐
ted
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Table of Contents
Page
1 Important Instructions on Use... 3
1.1 Appropriate Use... 3
1.1.1 Introduction... 3
1.1.2 Areas of Use and Application... 3
1.1.3 Inappropriate Use... 3
2 Safety Instructions for Electric Drives and Controls... 5
2.1 Safety Instructions - General Information... 5
2.1.1 Using the Safety Instructions and Passing them on to Others... 5
2.1.2 How to Employ the Safety Instructions... 5
2.1.3 Explanation of Warning Symbols and Degrees of Hazard Seriousness... 7
2.1.4 Hazards by Improper Use... 7
2.2 Instructions with Regard to Specific Dangers... 8
2.2.1 Protection Against Contact with Electrical Parts and Housings... 8
2.2.2 Protection Against Electric Shock by Protective Extra-Low Voltage... 10
2.2.3 Protection Against Dangerous Movements... 10
2.2.4 Protection Against Magnetic and Electromagnetic Fields During Operation and Mounting... 13
2.2.5 Protection Against Contact with Hot Parts... 13
2.2.6 Protection During Handling and Mounting... 14
2.2.7 Battery Safety... 14
2.2.8 Protection Against Pressurized Systems... 14
3 First Steps... 17
3.1 General Information... 17
3.2 Installation of DTMs... 17
3.3 Updating DTM Catalog in the Library... 17
3.4 "Properties" Dialog Box in the Library ... 17
3.5 Activating FDT Container Functionality in the Project... 18
3.6 FDT Communication Channel... 18
3.7 Adding DTMs to the Project... 19
3.8 Setting DTM Address... 19
3.9 Modifying DTM Address... 19
3.10 Structuring DTMs using Folders... 19
3.11 DTM Context Menu... 20
3.12 "Properties" Dialog Box in the Project Explorer... 20
3.13 Online Parameterization via DTM... 20
3.14 Opening Projects... 21
3.15 Saving Projects... 21
3.16 Closing Projects... 21
3.17 Archiving Projects... 21
3.18 Restoring Projects... 21
Page
4 Working under Version Control... 23
4.1 General... 23
4.2 Rules for Version Control of the FDT Container... 23
4.3 Availability of Functions for DTMs and Folders... 23
4.4 Behavior of DTMs in the Version Control... 24
5 Tips and Tricks... 25
5.1 Activating the "Output" Window ... 25
5.2 Empty DTM Catalog / "DTM selection" Dialog Box... 25
5.3 Installed DTM not in the DTM Catalog... 25
5.4 Switch to Online / Offline... 25
5.5 Displaying the Address of Profibus Slave DTMs... 25
5.6 Rules for Issuing the Address of Profibus Slave DTMs... 25
5.7 Which GSD File Contains the Profibus Slave DTM... 25
5.8 GDC DTM... 26
5.9 Operation Using Windows Vista... 26
5.10 DTM in Read-only Mode... 26
6 Exporting and Importing the FDT Container... 27
6.1 Overview... 27
6.2 Use Cases... 27
6.3 Rules for Exporting the FDT Container... 27
6.4 Rules for Importing the FDT Container... 27
7 The "Compare" Function in the FDT Container... 29
8 Service and Support... 31
Index... 33
1 Important Instructions on Use
1.1 Appropriate Use
1.1.1 Introduction
Rexroth products represent state-of-the-art developments and manufacturing.
They are tested prior to delivery to ensure operating safety and reliability.
The products may only be used in the manner that is defined as appropriate. If they are used in an inappropriate manner, situations can develop that may lead to property damage or injury to personnel.
Bosch Rexroth, as manufacturer, is not liable for any damages re‐
sulting from inappropriate use. In such cases, the guarantee and the right to payment of damages resulting from inappropriate use are forfeited. The user alone carries all responsibility of the risks.
Before using Rexroth products, ensure that all the pre-requisites for appropriate use of the products are satisfied:
● Personnel that in any way, shape or form uses our products must first read and understand the relevant safety instructions and be familiar with ap‐
propriate use.
● If the product takes the form of hardware, then they must remain in their original state, in other words, no structural changes are permitted. It is not permitted to decompile software products or alter source codes.
● Do not mount damaged or faulty products or use them in operation.
● Make sure that the products have been installed in the manner described in the relevant documentation.
1.1.2 Areas of Use and Application
The IndraWorks FDT Container integrates engineering tools provided as DTMs (Device Type Manager) by the device manufacturer. The FDT standard 1.2 and 1.2.1.of the FDT group forms the basis.
The FDT Container is used for certain Bosch Rexroth control systems within the IndraWorks Engineering.
Its areas of use are the configuration, parameterization, diagnostics and man‐
agement of field devices using DTMs.
Additionally, the specifications given in "Areas of Use and Application" for the control systems used with the FDT container do also apply.
The DTMs have to fulfill the FDT standard 1.2 or 1.2.1 of the FDT group.
1.1.3 Inappropriate Use
Using the IndraWorks FDT Container outside of the above-referenced areas of application or under operating conditions other than described in the document and the technical data specified is defined as "inappropriate use".
DTMs may not be used in the IndraWorks FDT Container if
● DTMs are faulty or not tested,
● DTM feedbacks impede an appropriate use of IndraWorks.
The IndraWorks FDT Container may also not be used for applications that have not been specifically released by Bosch Rexroth.
2 Safety Instructions for Electric Drives and Controls
2.1 Safety Instructions - General Information
2.1.1 Using the Safety Instructions and Passing them on to Others
Do not attempt to install or commission this device without first reading all doc‐
umentation provided with the product. Read and understand these safety instructions and all user documentation prior to working with the device. If you do not have the user documentation for the device, contact your responsible Bosch Rexroth sales representative. Ask for these documents to be sent im‐
mediately to the person or persons responsible for the safe operation of the device.
If the device is resold, rented and/or passed on to others in any other form, these safety instructions must be delivered with the device in the official lan‐
guage of the user's country.
Improper use of these devices, failure to follow the safety instructions in this document or tam‐
pering with the product, including disabling of safety devices, may result in material damage, bodily harm, electric shock or even death!
WARNING
Observe the safety instructions!
2.1.2 How to Employ the Safety Instructions
Read these instructions before initial commissioning of the equipment in order to eliminate the risk of bodily harm and/or material damage. Follow these safety instructions at all times.
● Bosch Rexroth AG is not liable for damages resulting from failure to ob‐
serve the warnings provided in this documentation.
● Read the operating, maintenance and safety instructions in your language before commissioning the machine. If you find that you cannot completely understand the documentation for your product, please ask your supplier to clarify.
● Proper and correct transport, storage, assembly and installation, as well as care in operation and maintenance, are prerequisites for optimal and safe operation of this device.
● Only assign trained and qualified persons to work with electrical installa‐
tions:
– Only persons who are trained and qualified for the use and operation of the device may work on this device or within its proximity. The persons are qualified if they have sufficient knowledge of the assem‐
bly, installation and operation of the product, as well as an under‐
standing of all warnings and precautionary measures noted in these instructions.
– Furthermore, they must be trained, instructed and qualified to switch electrical circuits and devices on and off in accordance with technical safety regulations, to ground them and to mark them according to the requirements of safe work practices. They must have adequate safe‐
ty equipment and be trained in first aid.
● Only use spare parts and accessories approved by the manufacturer.
● Follow all safety regulations and requirements for the specific application as practiced in the country of use.
● The devices have been designed for installation in industrial machinery.
● The ambient conditions given in the product documentation must be ob‐
served.
● Only use safety-relevant applications that are clearly and explicitly ap‐
proved in the Project Planning Manual. If this is not the case, they are excluded. Safety-relevant are all such applications which can cause dan‐
ger to persons and material damage.
● The information given in the documentation of the product with regard to the use of the delivered components contains only examples of applica‐
tions and suggestions.
The machine and installation manufacturer must
– make sure that the delivered components are suited for his individual application and check the information given in this documentation with regard to the use of the components,
– make sure that his application complies with the applicable safety regulations and standards and carry out the required measures, modifications and complements.
● Commissioning of the delivered components is only permitted once it is sure that the machine or installation in which they are installed complies with the national regulations, safety specifications and standards of the application.
● Operation is only permitted if the national EMC regulations for the appli‐
cation are met.
● The instructions for installation in accordance with EMC requirements can be found in the section on EMC in the respective documentation (Project Planning Manuals of components and system).
The machine or installation manufacturer is responsible for compliance with the limiting values as prescribed in the national regulations.
● Technical data, connection and installation conditions are specified in the product documentation and must be followed at all times.
National regulations which the user must take into account
● European countries: according to European EN standards
● United States of America (USA):
– National Electrical Code (NEC)
– National Electrical Manufacturers Association (NEMA), as well as local engineering regulations
– regulations of the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA)
● Canada: Canadian Standards Association (CSA)
● Other countries:
– International Organization for Standardization (ISO) – International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC)
2.1.3 Explanation of Warning Symbols and Degrees of Hazard Seriousness
The safety instructions describe the following degrees of hazard seriousness.
The degree of hazard seriousness informs about the consequences resulting from non-compliance with the safety instructions:
Warning symbol Signal word Degree of hazard serious‐
ness acc. to ANSI Z 535.4-2002
Danger Death or severe bodily harm will occur.
Warning Death or severe bodily harm may occur.
Caution Minor or moderate bodily harm or material damage may occur.
Fig.2-1: Hazard classification (according to ANSI Z 535)
2.1.4 Hazards by Improper Use
High electric voltage and high working current!
Risk of death or severe bodily injury by electric shock!
DANGER
Observe the safety instructions!
Dangerous movements! Danger to life, severe bodily harm or material damage by uninten‐
tional motor movements!
DANGER
Observe the safety instructions!
High electric voltage because of incorrect con‐
nection! Risk of death or bodily injury by elec‐
tric shock!
WARNING
Observe the safety instructions!
Health hazard for persons with heart pacemak‐
ers, metal implants and hearing aids in prox‐
imity to electrical equipment!
WARNING
Observe the safety instructions!
Hot surfaces on device housing! Danger of in‐
jury! Danger of burns!
CAUTION
Observe the safety instructions!
Risk of injury by improper handling! Risk of bodily injury by bruising, shearing, cutting, hit‐
ting or improper handling of pressurized lines!
CAUTION
Observe the safety instructions!
Risk of injury by improper handling of batteries!
CAUTION
Observe the safety instructions!
2.2 Instructions with Regard to Specific Dangers
2.2.1 Protection Against Contact with Electrical Parts and Housings
This section concerns devices and drive components with voltages of more than 50 Volt.
Contact with parts conducting voltages above 50 Volts can cause personal danger and electric shock. When operating electrical equipment, it is unavoid‐
able that some parts of the devices conduct dangerous voltage.
High electrical voltage! Danger to life, electric shock and severe bodily injury!
DANGER
● Only those trained and qualified to work with or on electrical equipment are permitted to operate, maintain and repair this equipment.
● Follow general construction and safety regulations when working on pow‐
er installations.
● Before switching on the device, the equipment grounding conductor must have been non-detachably connected to all electrical equipment in ac‐
cordance with the connection diagram.
● Do not operate electrical equipment at any time, even for brief measure‐
ments or tests, if the equipment grounding conductor is not permanently connected to the mounting points of the components provided for this purpose.
● Before working with electrical parts with voltage potentials higher than 50 V, the device must be disconnected from the mains voltage or power supply unit. Provide a safeguard to prevent reconnection.
● With electrical drive and filter components, observe the following:
Wait 30 minutes after switching off power to allow capacitors to discharge before beginning to work. Measure the electric voltage on the capacitors before beginning to work to make sure that the equipment is safe to touch.
● Never touch the electrical connection points of a component while power is turned on. Do not remove or plug in connectors when the component has been powered.
● Install the covers and guards provided with the equipment properly before switching the device on. Before switching the equipment on, cover and safeguard live parts safely to prevent contact with those parts.
● A residual-current-operated circuit-breaker or r.c.d. cannot be used for electric drives! Indirect contact must be prevented by other means, for example, by an overcurrent protective device according to the relevant standards.
● Secure built-in devices from direct touching of electrical parts by providing an external housing, for example a control cabinet.
For electrical drive and filter components with voltages of more than 50 volts, observe the following additional safety instructions.
High housing voltage and high leakage cur‐
rent! Risk of death or bodily injury by electric shock!
DANGER
● Before switching on, the housings of all electrical equipment and motors must be connected or grounded with the equipment grounding conductor to the grounding points. This is also applicable before short tests.
● The equipment grounding conductor of the electrical equipment and the devices must be non-detachably and permanently connected to the power supply unit at all times. The leakage current is greater than 3.5 mA.
● Over the total length, use copper wire of a cross section of a minimum of 10 mm2 for this equipment grounding connection!
● Before commissioning, also in trial runs, always attach the equipment grounding conductor or connect to the ground wire. Otherwise, high vol‐
tages may occur at the housing causing electric shock.
2.2.2 Protection Against Electric Shock by Protective Extra-Low Voltage
Protective extra-low voltage is used to allow connecting devices with basic in‐
sulation to extra-low voltage circuits.
All connections and terminals with voltages between 5 and 50 volts at Rexroth products are PELV systems. 1) It is therefore allowed to connect devices equipped with basic insulation (such as programming devices, PCs, notebooks, display units) to these connections and terminals.
High electric voltage by incorrect connection!
Risk of death or bodily injury by electric shock!
WARNING
If extra-low voltage circuits of devices containing voltages and circuits of more than 50 volts (e.g. the mains connection) are connected to Rexroth products, the connected extra-low voltage circuits must comply with the requirements for PELV. 2)
2.2.3 Protection Against Dangerous Movements
Dangerous movements can be caused by faulty control of connected motors.
Some common examples are:
● improper or wrong wiring of cable connections
● incorrect operation of the equipment components
● wrong input of parameters before operation
● malfunction of sensors, encoders and monitoring devices
● defective components
● software or firmware errors
Dangerous movements can occur immediately after equipment is switched on or even after an unspecified time of trouble-free operation.
1) "Protective Extra-Low Voltage"
2) "Protective Extra-Low Voltage"
The monitoring in the drive components will normally be sufficient to avoid faulty operation in the connected drives. Regarding personal safety, especially the danger of bodily harm and material damage, this alone cannot be relied upon to ensure complete safety. Until the integrated monitoring functions become effective, it must be assumed in any case that faulty drive movements will occur.
The extent of faulty drive movements depends upon the type of control and the state of operation.
Dangerous movements! Danger to life, risk of injury, severe bodily harm or material damage!
DANGER
● Ensure personal safety by means of qualified and tested higher-level monitoring devices or measures integrated in the installation.
These measures have to be provided for by the user according to the specific conditions within the installation and a hazard and fault analysis.
The safety regulations applicable for the installation have to be taken into consideration. Unintended machine motion or other malfunction is possi‐
ble if safety devices are disabled, bypassed or not activated.
To avoid accidents, bodily harm and/or material damage:
● Keep free and clear of the machine’s range of motion and moving parts.
Possible measures to prevent people from accidentally entering the ma‐
chine’s range of motion:
– use safety fences – use safety guards – use protective coverings
– install light curtains or light barriers
● Fences and coverings must be strong enough to resist maximum possible momentum.
● Mount the emergency stop switch in the immediate reach of the operator.
Verify that the emergency stop works before startup. Don’t operate the device if the emergency stop is not working.
● Isolate the drive power connection by means of an emergency stop circuit or use a safety related starting lockout to prevent unintentional start.
● Make sure that the drives are brought to a safe standstill before accessing or entering the danger zone.
● Additionally secure vertical axes against falling or dropping after switching off the motor power by, for example:
– mechanically securing the vertical axes,
– adding an external braking/ arrester/ clamping mechanism or – ensuring sufficient equilibration of the vertical axes.
● The standard equipment motor brake or an external brake controlled di‐
rectly by the drive controller are not sufficient to guarantee personal safety!
● Disconnect electrical power to the equipment using a master switch and secure the switch against reconnection for:
– maintenance and repair work – cleaning of equipment
– long periods of discontinued equipment use
● Prevent the operation of high-frequency, remote control and radio equip‐
ment near electronics circuits and supply leads. If the use of such devices cannot be avoided, verify the system and the installation for possible mal‐
functions in all possible positions of normal use before initial startup. If necessary, perform a special electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) test on the installation.
2.2.4 Protection Against Magnetic and Electromagnetic Fields During Oper‐
ation and Mounting
Magnetic and electromagnetic fields generated by current-carrying conductors and permanent magnets in motors represent a serious personal danger to those with heart pacemakers, metal implants and hearing aids.
Health hazard for persons with heart pacemak‐
ers, metal implants and hearing aids in prox‐
imity to electrical equipment!
WARNING
● Persons with heart pacemakers and metal implants are not permitted to enter following areas:
– Areas in which electrical equipment and parts are mounted, being operated or commissioned.
– Areas in which parts of motors with permanent magnets are being stored, repaired or mounted.
● If it is necessary for somebody with a pacemaker to enter such an area, a doctor must be consulted prior to doing so. The noise immunity of pres‐
ent or future implanted heart pacemakers differs greatly so that no general rules can be given.
● Those with metal implants or metal pieces, as well as with hearing aids, must consult a doctor before they enter the areas described above. Oth‐
erwise health hazards may occur.
2.2.5 Protection Against Contact with Hot Parts
Hot surfaces at motor housings, on drive con‐
trollers or chokes! Danger of injury! Danger of burns!
CAUTION
● Do not touch surfaces of device housings and chokes in the proximity of heat sources! Danger of burns!
● Do not touch housing surfaces of motors! Danger of burns!
● According to the operating conditions, temperatures can be higher than 60 °C, 140°F during or after operation.
● Before accessing motors after having switched them off, let them cool down for a sufficiently long time. Cooling down can require up to 140 mi‐
nutes! Roughly estimated, the time required for cooling down is five times the thermal time constant specified in the Technical Data.
● After switching drive controllers or chokes off, wait 15 minutes to allow them to cool down before touching them.
● Wear safety gloves or do not work at hot surfaces.
● For certain applications, the manufacturer of the end product, machine or installation, according to the respective safety regulations, has to take measures to avoid injuries caused by burns in the end application. These measures can be, for example: warnings, guards (shielding or barrier), technical documentation.
2.2.6 Protection During Handling and Mounting
In unfavorable conditions, handling and mounting certain parts and compo‐
nents in an improper way can cause injuries.
Risk of injury by improper handling! Bodily in‐
jury by bruising, shearing, cutting, hitting!
CAUTION
● Observe the general construction and safety regulations on handling and mounting.
● Use suitable devices for mounting and transport.
● Avoid jamming and bruising by appropriate measures.
● Always use suitable tools. Use special tools if specified.
● Use lifting equipment and tools in the correct manner.
● If necessary, use suitable protective equipment (for example safety gog‐
gles, safety shoes, safety gloves).
● Do not stand under hanging loads.
● Immediately clean up any spilled liquids because of the danger of skidding.
2.2.7 Battery Safety
Batteries consist of active chemicals enclosed in a solid housing. Therefore, improper handling can cause injury or material damage.
Risk of injury by improper handling!
CAUTION
● Do not attempt to reactivate low batteries by heating or other methods (risk of explosion and cauterization).
● Do not recharge the batteries as this may cause leakage or explosion.
● Do not throw batteries into open flames.
● Do not dismantle batteries.
● When replacing the battery/batteries do not damage electrical parts in‐
stalled in the devices.
● Only use the battery types specified by the manufacturer.
Environmental protection and disposal! The batteries contained in the product are considered dangerous goods during land, air, and sea transport (risk of explosion) in the sense of the legal regulations.
Dispose of used batteries separate from other waste. Observe the local regulations in the country of assembly.
2.2.8 Protection Against Pressurized Systems
According to the information given in the Project Planning Manuals, motors cooled with liquid and compressed air, as well as drive controllers, can be par‐
tially supplied with externally fed, pressurized media, such as compressed air, hydraulics oil, cooling liquids and cooling lubricating agents. Improper handling of the connected supply systems, supply lines or connections can cause injuries or material damage.
Risk of injury by improper handling of pressur‐
ized lines!
CAUTION
● Do not attempt to disconnect, open or cut pressurized lines (risk of explo‐
sion).
● Observe the respective manufacturer's operating instructions.
● Before dismounting lines, relieve pressure and empty medium.
● Use suitable protective equipment (for example safety goggles, safety shoes, safety gloves).
● Immediately clean up any spilled liquids from the floor.
Environmental protection and disposal! The agents used to operate the product might not be economically friendly. Dispose of ecolog‐
ically harmful agents separately from other waste. Observe the local regulations in the country of assembly.
3 First Steps
3.1 General Information
FDT (Field Device Tool) is a manufacturer-comprehensive concept for the con‐
figuration, parameterization, diagnostics and management of field devices.
The IndraWorks FDT functionality is designated as FDT Container.
The IW FDT Container is used to integrate 3rd party engineering tools provided as DTMs (Device Type Manager) by the device manufacturer. The basis is the FDT standard 1.2 and 1.2.1 of the FDT group.
The FDT functionality is provided in the IndraWorks library via the
"FDT Container" node.
3.2 Installation of DTMs
The 3rd party engineering tools (DTMs) are provided by the device manufac‐
turer. The DTMs must be preinstalled on the PC.
Therefore, all Windows applications have to be closed, including IndraWorks.
The installed DTMs are listed under Start - Control Panel - Soft‐
ware. The DTMs can also be removed if necessary.
3.3 Updating DTM Catalog in the Library
Proceed as follows:
1. Start IndraWorks
2. In the View menu, the Library function has to be activated to display the library.
3. In the Tools menu, start the Update DTM Catalog function. A progress bar is displayed. This can take several minutes.
● IndraWorks scans for installed DTMs in the Windows registry and displays them in the library in the "DTM catalog" folder.
● The DTMs are organized by means of subfolders. The subfolders correspond to the supported fieldbus protocols, e.g. "Profibus DP".
● The GSD file is extracted from the DTMs for the Profibus slaves and imported into the "Periphery" folder of the library.
● The Profibus slave DTMs, for which no GSD file could be ex‐
tracted, are listed in the "Output" window .
● The imported GSD files are only available for the IndraLogic 2G.
● The Properties dialog box can be called for every DTM in the library via the context menu.
● On the GSD file tab in this dialog box, the assignment to the GSD file for Profibus slave DTMs can be viewed and modified.
3.4 "Properties" Dialog Box in the Library
In the "Properties" dialog box, information on the DTM selected in the "Li‐
brary" is displayed on the following tabs:
● "Type": Information on the device type
● "DTM": Information on the device type manager (DTM installation)
● "GSD file": Assigned GSD file for Profibus slave DTMs The "GSD file" tab is only available for Profibus slave DTMs.
The Profibus slave DTMs normally include the content of the GSD file in their device type information. When updating the DTM catalog, the GDS files are extracted from the DTM installation.
The assigned GSD file and the type of assignment are displayed on the "GSD file" tab. The assigned GSD file can be modified if the GSD file extracted from the DTM is not up-to-date or available.
The following assignment variants are available:
● "Extracted from DTM": The GSD file was extracted from the Profibus slave DTM and automatically assigned.
● "No assignment": No GSD file could be extracted from the Profibus slave DTM. By selecting the assignment "Separate GSD file", a GSD file can be manually assigned from the "Periphery" folder in the library.
● "Separate GSD file": The GSD file was manually assigned.
In the current version of the FDT Container, the assignment has not yet been evaluated by the software.
3.5 Activating FDT Container Functionality in the Project
Select the entry "FDT Container" in the "Drive and Control" folder of the "li‐
brary" and drag it to a node in the Project Explorer. The following nodes permit the "FDT Container" to be added:
● Project
● Folders, located directly below the project node.
● Control
Only selected IndraLogic 2G-based controls support the FDT Con‐
tainer.
3.6 FDT Communication Channel
Located in the "Project Explorer" of the "FDT Container" below a control and accessible via the context menu of the "FDT Communication Channel" dialog box. The FDT communication channel can be parameterized here.
The control, below which the FDT Container is located, is designated as the
"Assigned control". This control provides the FDT communication channel.
The protocol and the hardware component are selected in the "FDT Commu‐
nication" selection field. A Profibus master has to be selected for a Profibus DPV1 communication, e.g. "Profibus, master index 0".
If "none" is selected as FDT communication, only communication DTMs can be added directly to the FDT Container.
If "Profibus " is selected as FDT communication, only DTMs for Profibus DP slaves (Profibus slave DTMs) can be added directly to the FDT Container.
● The default assignment for the FDT communication is
"none".
● For detailed information on the controls / hardware compo‐
nents based on the IndraLogic 2G that support the FDT com‐
munication for the Profibus DPV1, please refer to the documentation of the control.
● The FDT communication channel can only be parameterized if there are no DTMs in the FDT Container.
3.7 Adding DTMs to the Project
There are two possibilities to add DTMs to the project:
1. via context menu
● Select the "FDT Container" node, a subfolder or a DTM in the Project Explorer and open the context menu.
● Activate the entry Add ▶ Device and select the desired DTM in the selection dialog. Confirm with OK.
2. via drag&drop
● Select the desired DTM in the "DTM catalog" folder of the library.
● Drag the DTM to the "FDT Container" node, a subfolder or a DTM in the Project Explorer.
3.8 Setting DTM Address
The "Setting the DTM Address" dialog box appears when a Profibus slave DTM is added to an FDT Container, for which "Profibus" is parameterized as FDT communication channel. The address of the Profibus slave DTM is initially specified here.
Also refer to: chapter 5.6 "Rules for Issuing the Address of Profibus Slave DTMs" on page 25 , chapter 5.5 "Displaying the Address of Profibus Slave DTMs" on page 25.
3.9 Modifying DTM Address
The "Modifying the DTM Address" dialog box is available via the context menu for Profibus slave DTMs, located below an FDT Container, for which
"Profibus" is parameterized as FDT communication channel. The address of the Profibus slave DTM can be modified here.
Also refer to: chapter 5.6 "Rules for Issuing the Address of Profibus Slave DTMs" on page 25 , chapter 5.5 "Displaying the Address of Profibus Slave DTMs" on page 25.
3.10 Structuring DTMs using Folders
The DTM can be structured or grouped using folders.
The following functions are provided via the context menu:
● Add ▶ Folders
● Delete
● Rename
Folders can be added to the following nodes:
● FDT Container
● Folders below the FDT Container
● Communication DTMs or gateway DTMs
3.11 DTM Context Menu
The DTMs provide their functions via the context menu. The content of the context menu depends partially on the state of the DTM, e.g. online or offline.
Some functions are standardized, e. g.:
● Delete
● Rename
● Add
● Go Online
● Go Offline
● Download Parameter into Device
● Upload Parameter from Device
● Properties
DTM-specific functions are provided in the context menu More Functions .
3.12 "Properties" Dialog Box in the Project Explorer
Information on the device (DTM) selected in the "Project Explorer" is shown on the following tabs in the "Properties" dialog box:
● "Instance": Information on the device instance
● "Type": Information on the device type
● "DTM": Information on the device type manager (DTM installation)
● "Notes": Notes on the device instance
The notes are saved in IndraWorks, but not in the physical device.
3.13 Online Parameterization via DTM
The physical communication path (fieldbus structure) must be patterned by the respective DTMs. Access to the fieldbus is given by a communication DTM or by the FDT communication channel of the FDT Container. The device DTMs and gateway DTMs follow the fieldbus structure accordingly.
When inserted DTMs, each DTM must be provided with the address of the associated physical device in the fieldbus.
Go Online If these conditions are fulfilled and a physical connection to the devices via the fieldbus exists, the DTMs can go online.
Use the Go Online entry on the DTM's context menu.
Normally, switching a DTM to online causes a superior DTM (e.g.
communication DTM) to go online automatically.
The functionalities of the DTM to modify online parameters, configurations etc.
in the respective physical device can be used now.
Go Offline If the connection to the physical device should be deactivated, use the Go Off‐
line entry in the DTM context menu.
Normally, switching a DTM to offline causes the subordinated DTM to automatically go offline.
3.14 Opening Projects
If the project to be opened contains DTMs, the structural data of the DTMs will be loaded. The DTMs will be loaded when they are used. This applies, for ex‐
ample, when the context menu is displayed.
3.15 Saving Projects
When the project is saved, the DTM data is also saved.
3.16 Closing Projects
When a project is closed, the open DTMs will be closed or shut down.
The DTM data is stored before.
The DTM shutdown is displayed in the IndraWorks status bar.
3.17 Archiving Projects
When the project is archived, the DTM data is also archived.
The archive does not contain the DTM installations.
3.18 Restoring Projects
When the project is restored, the DTM data is also restored.
● The archive does not contain the DTM installations.
● The DTMs have to be installed on the PC in order to work with the DTM data.
4 Working under Version Control
4.1 General
The FDT Container supports working with versionized IndraWorks projects.
This functionality is known as version control.
The aim is that multiple users can work on a single IndraWorks project, whereby the access rights to the data are controlled by a version control system. Every user has a local copy of the IndraWorks project coordinated by the version control.
Data can be modified in the "Checked out" mode. An object (e.g.
FDT Container) can only be checked out if it has not been checked out yet by another user.
Also refer to Version Control.
4.2 Rules for Version Control of the FDT Container
The FDT Container is added to version control as total entity (as a block) with all of its subordinated folders and DTMs. They all have the same version control state.
The version control state is displayed on the FDT Container node in the Project Explorer and applies to all subordinated folders and DTMs. It is displayed by means of an additional symbol.
Version control operations, such as check in and check out, are only available on the FDT Container. These affect the FDT Container with all its subordinated folders and DTMs.
The binary DTM data is added to version control.
The DTMs are shut down during version control operations, such as check in, check out and retrieving the most recent version. Any open windows / dialog boxes are closed.
The DTMs have to be installed on the PC in order to work with the DTM data.
It is recommended to install the same DTM installations on all the PCs working on a team project.
4.3 Availability of Functions for DTMs and Folders
Functions causing data modifications cannot be executed in the "Checked in"
version control state. The FDT Container has to be checked out or hijacked before. This affects, for example, functions such as:
● "Adding" devices (DTMs) and folders
● "Deleting" DTMs and folders
● "Renaming" DTMs and folders
● Editing "Notes" in the "Properties" dialog box
● "Modifying DTM address" for Profibus slave DTMs
4.4 Behavior of DTMs in the Version Control
The version control states are displayed on the FDT locking mechanism. The locking mechanism is a mandatory functionality of the DTMs and is designated as "FDT Lock". Also refer to FDT Standard 1.2.1: "Chapter 6.12 Locking".
● If the DTM is in the "Checked in" version control state, the DTM does not receive an FDT Lock on request. The DTM data set is write-protected.
The user is only able to view the DTM data / parameters.
● If the DTM is in the "Checked out" or "Hijacked" version control state, the DTM receives the FDT Lock on request. The DTM data set is not write- protected.
The user is able to view and edit the DTM data / parameters.
5 Tips and Tricks
5.1 Activating the "Output" Window
The "Output" window displays the DTMs' error messages for example. In the menu View ▶ Other Windows , activate the Output function.
5.2 Empty DTM Catalog / "DTM selection" Dialog Box
If the DTM Catalog or the DTM selection dialog boxes are empty, the DTM catalog has to be updated.
Therefore, use the Update DTM Catalog function in the Tools menu.
Also refer to: chapter 3.3 "Updating DTM Catalog in the Library" on page 17.
5.3 Installed DTM not in the DTM Catalog
If a DTM that has been installed later, does not appear in the DTM Catalog or in the DTM selection dialog box, the DTM catalog has to be updated.
Therefore, use the Update DTM Catalog function in the Tools menu.
Also refer to: chapter 3.3 "Updating DTM Catalog in the Library" on page 17.
5.4 Switch to Online / Offline
If the DTM is offline, the context menu contains a Go Online entry. If the DTM is online, the context menu contains a Go Offline entry.
If the maximum number of Profibus DPV1 communication connections is reached, it is not possible to switch the Profibus slave DTMs to online. Switch non-required DTMs to offline to release communication connections.
Going online or offline takes some time for several DTMs. Please wait.
5.5 Displaying the Address of Profibus Slave DTMs
The Profibus address for Profibus slave DTMs is displayed in the Project Ex‐
plorer as a prefix of the name.
5.6 Rules for Issuing the Address of Profibus Slave DTMs
● The value range of the address is from 1 to 126.
● Check that the address entered corresponds with the address of the phys‐
ical device.
● Ensure that each address is issued only once.
● The address of the Profibus master may not be used.
5.7 Which GSD File Contains the Profibus Slave DTM
The Profibus slave DTMs contain the content of the GSD file in their device type information.
The device type information is displayed in the "Properties" dialog box on the
"Type" tab.
Using the "Copy information" function, the content of the "Properties" dialog box can be copied into a text file and thus be compared easily.
5.8 GDC DTM
The user saves any modifications in the GDC by closing the GDC after the completion of the entries.
The GDC has to be closed before closing the IndraWorks project.
5.9 Operation Using Windows Vista
If Windows Vista is used as operating system, the DTMs have to support Win‐
dows Vista to the full extent as well.
5.10 DTM in Read-only Mode
The DTM can be opened, but no entries can be made in the dialogs. If you use the version control, the DTM might be in read-only mode.
To edit the DTM, the respective FDT Container has either to be checked out or hijacked.
6 Exporting and Importing the FDT Container
6.1 Overview
The FDT Container supports the "Export" and "Import" functions.
In the Project Explorer, the "Export" and "Import" functions are provided in the context menu of the FDT Container.
● The "Export" and "Import" functions affect the FDT Container with all its subordinated folders and DTMs.
● The FDT Container is exported and imported as total entity (as block) with all its subordinated folders and DTMs.
The DTMs are shutdown during export and import. Any open win‐
dows / dialogs are closed.
The export wizard guides through the export.
● Please refer to: DOK-IWORKS-ENGINEE*Vxx-AWxx-EN-P Rexroth IndraWorks Engineering, Chapter: Starting Export Wizard.
The import wizard guides through the import.
● Please refer to: DOK-IWORKS-ENGINEE*Vxx-AWxx-EN-P Rexroth IndraWorks Engineering, Chapter: Starting Import Wizard.
6.2 Use Cases
The "Export" and "Import" functions can for example be used in the following cases:
● An already existing FDT Container should be operated using a different control. Therefore, the target control has to support the FDT communica‐
tion parameterized in the FDT Container , e.g. Profibus.
● Copy an FDT Container including all its subordinated folders and DTMs to another project.
● Change the master index of the FDT communication by modifying the re‐
spective element in the export file.
6.3 Rules for Exporting the FDT Container
● Before starting the export, it is recommended to save the data.
The FDT Container is saved as total entity (as block) with all its subordi‐
nated folders and DTMs in an export file. The export file may only be modified in exceptional cases.
● Only binary DTM data is exported. This data may never be modified!
● The export file does not contain the DTM installations.
6.4 Rules for Importing the FDT Container
● Before starting the import, it is recommended to save the data.
The FDT Container is imported as total entity (as block) with all its subor‐
dinated folders and DTMs.
● The DTMs have to be installed on the PC in order to work with the DTM data. The DTM installations must be version-compatible. That means that it must be possible to process the binary DTM data.
● An import is not possible if the new parent node does not support the parameterized FDT communication in the FDT Container.
The master index of the FDT communication is not checked.
● Check that the assigned control supports the Profibus master index.
● If several FDT Containers are assigned to the same control, each Profibus master index may only be used by one FDT Container.
7 The "Compare" Function in the FDT Container
The FDT Container supports the "Compare" function.
In the Project Explorer, the "Compare" function is provided in the context menu of the FDT Container.
● The FDT Container is compared as total entity (as block) with all its sub‐
ordinated folders and DTMs. The FDT Container is one element for the
"Compare" function.
● The data of the subordinated DTMs exists only as binary data. The sub‐
ordinated folders and DTMs cannot be compared individually.
● The "Merge" function is not provided for the FDT Container.
To replace an FDT Container by another one, use the "Export" and
"Import" functions.
8 Service and Support
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Index
AAppropriate use
Use and application cases ... 3
Appropriate Use Introduction ... 3
FFDT Container Compare ... 29
Export / Rules for the FDT Container ... 27
Export and import ... 27
Export and import / use cases ... 27
First steps / "Properties" dialog box in the library ... 17
First steps / "Properties" dialog box in the Project Explorer ... 20
First steps / Activating FDT Container functionality in the project ... 18
First steps / Adding DTMs to the project ... 19
First steps / Archiving projects ... 21
First steps / Closing projects ... 21
First steps / DTM context menu ... 20
First steps / FDT communication channel .... 18
First steps / General information ... 17
First steps / Installation of DTMs ... 17
First steps / Modifying DTM address ... 19
First steps / Online parameterization via DTM ... 20
First steps / Opening projects ... 21
First steps / Restoring projects ... 21
First steps / Saving projects ... 21
First steps / Setting DTM address ... 19
First steps /Structuring DTMs using Folders 19 First steps / Updating DTM catalog ... 17
Import / Rules for the FDT Container ... 27
Tips and tricks / Activating the output win‐ dow ... 25
F...FDT Container Tips and tricks / Displaying the address of Profibus slave DTMs ... 25
Tips and tricks / Empty DTM catalog,/ "DTM selection" dialog box ... 25
Tips and tricks / GDC DTM ... 26
Tips and tricks / Installed DTM not in the DTM catalog ... 25
Tips and tricks / Operation using Windows Vista ... 26
Tips and tricks / Rules for issuing the ad‐ dress of Profibus slave DTMs ... 25
Tips and tricks / Switch to online / offline ... 25
Tips and tricks / Which GSD file contains the Profibus slave DTM ... 25
Version control / Availability of functions for DTMs and folders ... 23
Version control / Behavior of the DTMs ... 24
Version control / General ... 23
Version control / Rules for the FDT Con‐ tainer ... 23
IInappropriate use Introduction ... 3
Inappropriate Use Consequences, disclaimer ... 3
SSafety instructions for electric drives... 5
Service Hotline... 31
Support see Service Hotline ... 31
Notes
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