Programming with STEP 7 - Siemens

1 SIMATIC Programming with step 7 Manual 05/2010 A5E02789666-01 This manual is part of the documentation package with the order number: 6ES7810-4CA10-8BW0 Introducing the Product and Installing the Software 1 Installation 2 Working Out the Automation Concept 3 Basics of Designing a Program Structure 4 Startup and Operation 5 Setting Up and Editing the Project 6 Editing Projects with Different Versions of step 7 7 Defining Symbols 8 Creating Blocks and Libraries 9 Basics of Creating Logic Blocks 10 Creating Data Blocks 11 Parameter Assignment for Data Blocks 12 Creating STL Source Files 13 Displaying Reference Data 14 Checking block Consistency and Time Stamps as a block Property 15 Continued an next page Siemens AG Industry Sector Postfach 48 48 90026 N RNBERG GERMANY A5E02789666-01 05/2010 Copyright Siemens AG 2010. Technical data subject to change Continued Setting Up and Editing the Project 16 Controlling and Monitoring Variables 17 Establishing an Online Connection and Making CPU Settings 18 Downloading and Uploading 19 Testing with the Variable Table 20 Testing Using Program Status 21 Testing using the Simulation Program (Optional Package) 22 Diagnostics 23 Printing and Archiving 24 Working with M7 Programmable Control Systems 25 Tips and Tricks 26 Appendix 27 SIMATIC Programming with step 7 Manual 05/2010 A5E02789666-01 This manual is part of the documentation package with the order number: 6ES7810-4CA10-8BW0 Legal information Warning notice system This manual contains notices you have to observe in order to ensure your personal safety, as well as to prevent damage to property.

2 The notices referring to your personal safety are highlighted in the manual by a safety alert symbol, notices referring only to property damage have no safety alert symbol. These notices shown below are graded according to the degree of danger. DANGER indicates that death or severe personal injury will result if proper precautions are not taken. WARNING indicates that death or severe personal injury may result if proper precautions are not taken. CAUTION with a safety alert symbol, indicates that minor personal injury can result if proper precautions are not taken. CAUTION without a safety alert symbol, indicates that property damage can result if proper precautions are not taken. NOTICE indicates that an unintended result or situation can occur if the corresponding information is not taken into account. If more than one degree of danger is present, the warning notice representing the highest degree of danger will be used.

3 A notice warning of injury to persons with a safety alert symbol may also include a warning relating to property damage. Qualified Personnel The product/system described in this documentation may be operated only by personnel qualified for the specific task in accordance with the relevant documentation for the specific task, in particular its warning notices and safety instructions. Qualified personnel are those who, based on their training and experience, are capable of identifying risks and avoiding potential hazards when working with these products/systems. Proper use of Siemens products Note the following: WARNING Siemens products may only be used for the applications described in the catalog and in the relevant technical documentation. If products and components from other manufacturers are used, these must be recommended or approved by Siemens . Proper transport, storage, installation, assembly, commissioning, operation and maintenance are required to ensure that the products operate safely and without any problems.

4 The permissible ambient conditions must be adhered to. The information in the relevant documentation must be observed. Trademarks All names identified by are registered trademarks of the Siemens AG. The remaining trademarks in this publication may be trademarks whose use by third parties for their own purposes could violate the rights of the owner. Disclaimer of Liability We have reviewed the contents of this publication to ensure consistency with the hardware and software described. Since variance cannot be precluded entirely, we cannot guarantee full consistency. However, the information in this publication is reviewed regularly and any necessary corrections are included in subsequent editions. Siemens AG Industry Sector Postfach 48 48 90026 N RNBERG GERMANY A5E02789666-01 02/2010 Copyright Siemens AG 2010. Technical data subject to change Programming with step 7 Manual, 05/2010, A5E02789666-01 5 Preface Purpose This manual provides a complete overview of Programming with step 7.

5 It is designed to support you when installing and commissioning the software. It explains how to proceed when creating programs and describes the components of user programs. The manual is intended for people who are involved in carrying out control tasks using step 7 and SIMATIC S7 automation systems. We recommend that you familiarize yourself with the examples in the manual "Working with step 7 , Getting Started." These examples provide an easy introduction to the topic " Programming with step 7". Basic Knowledge Required In order to understand this manual, general knowledge of automation technology is required. In addition, you must be familiar with using computers or PC-similar tools (for example, Programming devices) with the MS Windows XP, MS Windows Server 2003 or MS Windows 7 operating system. Scope of the Manual This manual is valid for release of the step 7 Programming software package.

6 You can find the latest information on the service packs: in the " " file in the updated step 7 online help. The topic "What's new?" in the online help offers an excellent introduction and overview of the newest step 7 innovations. Preface Programming with step 7 6 Manual, 05/2010, A5E02789666-01 step 7 Documentation Packages This manual is part of the documentation package " step 7 Basic Information . The following table displays an overview of the step 7 documentation: Documentation Purpose Order Number step 7 Basic Information with Working with step 7, Getting Started Manual Programming with step 7 Configuring Hardware and Communication Connections, step 7 From S5 to S7, Converter Manual Basic information for technical personnel describing the methods of implementing control tasks with step 7 and the S7-300/400 programmable controllers.

7 6ES7810-4CA10-8BW0 step 7 Reference with ladder Logic (LAD) / Function block Diagram (FDB) / Statement List (STL) for S7-300/400 manuals Standard and System Function for S7-300/400 Volume 1 and Volume 2 Provides reference information and describes the Programming languages LAD, FBD and STL, and standard and system function extending the scope of the step 7 basic information. 6ES7810-4CA10-8BW1 Online Helps Purpose Order Number Help on step 7 Basic information on Programming and configuring hardware with step 7 in the form of an online help. Part of the step 7 Standard software. Reference helps on AWL/KOP/FUP Reference help on SFBs/SFCs Reference help on Organization Blocks Context-sensitive reference information. Part of the step 7 Standard software. Preface Programming with step 7 Manual, 05/2010, A5E02789666-01 7 Online Help The manual is complemented by an online help which is integrated in the software.

8 This online help is intended to provide you with detailed support when using the software. The help system is integrated in the software via a number of interfaces: There are several menu commands which you can select in the Help menu: The Contents command opens the index for the Help on step 7. Using Help provides detailed instructions on using the online help. The context-sensitive help offers information on the current context, for example, an open dialog box or an active window. You can open the contextsensitive help by clicking the "Help" button or by pressing F1. The status bar offers another form of context-sensitive help. It displays a short explanation for each menu command when the mouse pointer is positioned on the menu command. A brief explanation is also displayed for each icon in the toolbar when the mouse pointer is positioned on the icon for a short time.

9 If you prefer to read the information from the online help in printed format, you can print out individual help topics, books, or the entire online help. This manual, as well as the manuals "Configuring Hardware and Communication Connections step 7", "Modifiying the System During Operation via CiR" and "Automation System S7-400H - Fault-Tolerant Systems" is an extract from the HTML-based Help on step 7. For detailed procedures please refer to the step 7 help. As the manuals and the online help share an almost identical structure, it is easy to switch between the manuals and the online help. You can find the electronic manuals after installing step 7 via the Windows Start menu: Start > SIMATIC > Documentation. Preface Programming with step 7 8 Manual, 05/2010, A5E02789666-01 Further Support If you have any technical questions, please get in touch with your Siemens representative or responsible agent.

10 You will find your contact person at: You will find a guide to the technical documentation offered for the individual SIMATIC Products and Systems at: The online catalog and order system is found under: Training Centers Siemens offers a number of training courses to familiarize you with the SIMATIC S7 automation system. Please contact your regional training center or our central training center in D 90026 Nuremberg, Germany for details: Internet: Preface Programming with step 7 Manual, 05/2010, A5E02789666-01 9 Technical Support You can reach the Technical Support for all Industry Automation and Drive Technology products Via the Web formula for the Support Request Additional information about our Technical Support can be found on the Internet pages Service & Support on the Internet In addition to our documentation, we offer our Know-how online on the internet at: where you will find the following: The newsletter, which constantly provides you with up-to-date information on your products.