Siemens 6AV7611-0AE20-0AJ0 SIMATIC Panel PC 670

Name: Siemens 6AV7611-0AE20-0AJ0 SIMATIC Panel PC 670
Brand: Siemens
SKU: 6AV7611-0AE20-0AJ0
Price: 1770.00 EUR
Availability: InStock

€ 1.770,00

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SKU: 6AV7611-0AE20-0AJ0 Category: HMI & Display Brand: Siemens

Description
Additional information

The Siemens 6AV7611-0AE20-0AJ0 is a Panel PC belonging to the SIMATIC Panel PC 670 series, manufactured by Siemens. It is an industrial panel-mounted PC designed for demanding human-machine interface (HMI) and visualization tasks in industrial environments. The unit combines a high-performance computing platform with a robust, fanless or fan-cooled enclosure suitable for direct panel mounting.

The SIMATIC Panel PC 670 (6AV7611-0AE20-0AJ0) features a 12-inch TFT display with a resolution of 800 x 600 pixels (SVGA) and supports touch screen operation. It is equipped with an Intel Celeron processor and runs Microsoft Windows operating systems, providing compatibility with SIMATIC WinCC and other Siemens HMI software packages. The unit offers multiple communication interfaces including Ethernet (RJ45), USB ports, and serial interfaces (RS-232/RS-422/RS-485), enabling integration into a wide range of industrial network architectures. The front panel meets IP65 protection rating, making it resistant to dust and water ingress from the front.

The SIMATIC Panel PC 670 is widely used in the automotive, food and beverage, pharmaceutical, and machine building industries for process visualization, SCADA applications, and machine control interfaces. Its robust industrial design and compatibility with Siemens SIMATIC software make it suitable for applications requiring a full PC platform at the machine level. The unit is commonly deployed in control cabinets and operator stations where a standard HMI panel lacks the processing power or flexibility required.

Technical Specifications

Display Size	12 inch
Display Resolution	800 x 600 pixels (SVGA)
Display Type	TFT color LCD
Touch Technology	Resistive touch screen
Input/Operating Voltage	24 V DC
Power Consumption	Approx. 60 W
IP Protection Rating (Front)	IP65
IP Protection Rating (Rear)	IP20
Operating Temperature	0 °C to +45 °C
Storage Temperature	-20 °C to +60 °C
Relative Humidity	5% to 90% (non-condensing)
Communication Interface	Ethernet (RJ45), USB, RS-232, RS-422/RS-485
Mounting	Panel mounting
Operating System	Windows XP / Windows 2000
Certifications	CE, UL, cUL

Common Error Codes & System Events

Event ID: 100: Operating system startup failure or boot error detected during POST sequence.
Check hard disk or CompactFlash card integrity. Verify BIOS settings and reseat storage media. Replace storage device if faulty.
Event ID: 200: Watchdog timeout triggered — application software stopped responding within the defined monitoring interval.
Restart the HMI application. Check for software conflicts or memory leaks. Update or reinstall SIMATIC WinCC Runtime if the issue persists.
Event ID: 300: Ethernet communication failure — connection to PLC or network lost.
Check Ethernet cable and connector integrity. Verify IP address configuration and network switch status. Confirm PLC communication settings match HMI project configuration.
Event ID: 400: Touch screen calibration error — touch input not registering correctly or offset from display.
Perform touch screen recalibration via the Windows Control Panel or SIMATIC HMI configuration tool. Clean the touch surface and check for physical damage.
Event ID: 500: Power supply undervoltage detected — supply voltage dropped below the 24 V DC operating threshold.
Measure the 24 V DC supply at the power connector. Ensure the power supply unit is rated for the Panel PC load. Check wiring for voltage drop.
Event ID: 600: Fan failure or overtemperature warning — internal temperature exceeded safe operating limits.
Check and clean cooling fan and ventilation slots. Verify ambient temperature is within the 0–45 °C operating range. Replace fan unit if it has failed.
Event ID: 700: Storage media error — read/write failure on hard disk or CompactFlash card.
Back up data immediately if possible. Run disk diagnostics. Replace the hard disk or CompactFlash card and restore the system image.
Event ID: 800: Serial interface communication error — data exchange on RS-232/RS-422/RS-485 port interrupted or failed.
Check serial cable wiring and connector pins. Verify baud rate, parity, and stop bit settings match the connected device. Test with a known-good cable.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the supply voltage for the Siemens 6AV7611-0AE20-0AJ0?

The unit operates on 24 V DC supply voltage. Ensure the power supply is adequately rated for the Panel PC's power consumption of approximately 60 W.

What display size and resolution does this Panel PC have?

The 6AV7611-0AE20-0AJ0 features a 12-inch TFT color LCD with a resolution of 800 x 600 pixels (SVGA) and a resistive touch screen.

Which HMI software is compatible with the SIMATIC Panel PC 670?

The unit is compatible with Siemens SIMATIC WinCC, WinCC flexible, and other Windows-based HMI and SCADA software packages. It runs Windows XP or Windows 2000 operating systems.

What is the front panel protection rating of this Panel PC?

The front panel of the 6AV7611-0AE20-0AJ0 meets IP65 protection rating, providing full protection against dust and resistance to water jets. The rear of the unit is rated IP20.

What communication interfaces are available on this unit?

The Panel PC 670 provides Ethernet (RJ45), USB ports, and serial interfaces including RS-232 and RS-422/RS-485, supporting connectivity to PLCs, networks, and peripheral devices.

Troubleshooting

Display remains blank after power on

Check the 24 V DC supply voltage at the power connector using a multimeter. Verify the internal fuse and inspect the power LED status indicator on the unit.

Restore the 24 V DC supply to within specification. Replace the internal fuse if blown. If the power supply is confirmed good but the display remains blank, the backlight inverter or display panel may require replacement.

Touch screen input is unresponsive or inaccurate

Determine whether the issue is a calibration offset or a complete lack of response. Check the touch controller driver status in Windows Device Manager and inspect the touch surface for damage or contamination.

Perform a touch screen recalibration through the Windows Control Panel. Clean the touch surface with a soft cloth. If the touch screen remains unresponsive, the touch overlay or touch controller board may need to be replaced.

Unit fails to boot or continuously restarts

Observe the boot sequence for POST error messages. Check the hard disk or CompactFlash storage device for errors using diagnostic tools. Verify BIOS settings are correct and that the boot device is detected.

Reseat the storage media and attempt to boot again. If the storage device is faulty, replace it and restore the system image from a backup. Update BIOS if a firmware-related boot issue is suspected.

Ethernet communication to PLC is lost intermittently

Check the Ethernet cable for damage and verify the connection at both the Panel PC and the network switch. Monitor the network for IP address conflicts or DHCP issues using network diagnostic tools.

Replace the Ethernet cable if damaged. Assign a static IP address to avoid DHCP conflicts. Verify the PLC communication driver settings in WinCC match the PLC configuration, including IP address and connection parameters.

Unit overheats and shuts down unexpectedly

Check the ambient temperature around the Panel PC installation. Inspect the cooling fan operation and ventilation slots for blockage by dust or debris.

Clean the ventilation slots and cooling fan with compressed air. Ensure the installation environment is within the 0–45 °C operating temperature range. Replace the cooling fan if it is not operating correctly.

Condition	Repair, Used, Refurbished, New in box (sealed)