Siemens 6AV7611-0AF20-0BH0 SIMATIC Panel PC 670

Name: Siemens 6AV7611-0AF20-0BH0 SIMATIC Panel PC 670
Brand: Siemens
SKU: 6AV7611-0AF20-0BH0
Price: 1770.00 EUR
Availability: InStock

€ 1.770,00

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SKU: 6AV7611-0AF20-0BH0 Category: HMI & Display Brand: Siemens

Description
Additional information

The Siemens 6AV7611-0AF20-0BH0 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 automation environments. This unit combines a flat-panel display with an integrated PC platform, providing a compact and rugged solution for process visualization and control.

The 6AV7611-0AF20-0BH0 features a 15-inch TFT display with a resolution of 1024 x 768 pixels (XGA) and a touch-sensitive screen for operator interaction. It is equipped with an Intel Celeron processor and runs on a Windows-based operating system, supporting SIMATIC WinCC and other Siemens HMI software packages. The unit provides standard PC interfaces including USB ports, serial COM ports, and an Ethernet interface for network connectivity and integration with SIMATIC S7 controllers via PROFINET or TCP/IP. The front panel is rated IP65 for protection against dust and water ingress.

The SIMATIC Panel PC 670 series is widely used in the automotive, food and beverage, pharmaceutical, and chemical processing industries. It is suited for applications requiring a full PC platform at the machine level, such as SCADA visualization, recipe management, data logging, and integration with MES systems. Its rugged industrial design and broad software compatibility make it appropriate for continuous operation in production environments.

Technical Specifications

Display Size	15 inch
Display Resolution	1024 x 768 px (XGA)
Display Type	TFT color LCD
Touch Technology	Resistive touchscreen
Processor	Intel Celeron
Operating System	Windows XP / Windows 2000 (factory configurable)
Input/Operating Voltage	24 V DC
Power Consumption	Approx. 80 W
Communication Interface	Ethernet (RJ45), USB, RS-232 (COM)
Front Panel Protection Rating	IP65
Rear Protection Rating	IP20
Operating Temperature	0 °C to +45 °C
Storage Temperature	-20 °C to +60 °C
Relative Humidity	5 % to 90 % (non-condensing)
Mounting	Panel mounting
Certifications	CE, UL, cULus

Common Error Codes & System Events

Event ID: 100000: Loss of connection to the PLC or controller. The HMI runtime cannot establish or maintain communication with the configured S7 controller.
Check Ethernet or MPI cable connections. Verify PLC is powered and running. Confirm correct IP address or MPI address is configured in the WinCC project.
Event ID: 110000: Tag read error. A configured process tag cannot be read from the connected controller.
Verify the tag address exists in the PLC program. Check communication connection status. Reload the HMI project and re-establish the connection.
Event ID: 040000: Project loading error. The HMI runtime failed to load the configured project on startup.
Check integrity of the project files on the storage medium. Re-transfer the project from the engineering station using SIMATIC WinCC. Verify sufficient disk space is available.
Event ID: 070000: System memory low. Available RAM or storage memory has dropped below the minimum threshold required for stable operation.
Close unnecessary background applications. Check for memory leaks in custom scripts. Consider upgrading RAM or clearing temporary files from the storage medium.
Event ID: 120000: Alarm logging error. The system cannot write alarm or event records to the configured archive.
Check that the archive storage path is accessible and has sufficient free space. Verify archive configuration in WinCC. Restart the runtime application if the issue persists.
Event ID: 060000: Hardware watchdog timeout. The system watchdog has triggered due to a software hang or excessive CPU load.
Investigate running processes for excessive CPU usage. Check for software conflicts or faulty scripts in the HMI project. Restart the Panel PC and monitor system performance.
Event ID: 130000: Screen saver or display driver fault. The display output has failed or the screen saver cannot be deactivated.
Check display driver installation and integrity. Restart the Panel PC. If the display remains blank, verify the backlight inverter and display cable connections internally.

Frequently Asked Questions

What display size and resolution does the 6AV7611-0AF20-0BH0 have?

This Panel PC features a 15-inch TFT color display with a resolution of 1024 x 768 pixels (XGA). It includes a resistive touchscreen for operator input.

What is the supply voltage for the SIMATIC Panel PC 670 6AV7611-0AF20-0BH0?

The unit operates on a 24 V DC supply voltage, which is standard for industrial panel PCs in the SIMATIC range.

Which HMI software is compatible with this Panel PC?

The 6AV7611-0AF20-0BH0 is compatible with SIMATIC WinCC (including WinCC flexible runtime) and other PC-based Siemens visualization software. It supports standard Windows applications as it runs a full Windows operating system.

What communication interfaces are available on this unit?

The Panel PC provides an Ethernet (RJ45) port for PROFINET and TCP/IP communication, USB ports for peripherals and data transfer, and RS-232 serial COM ports for legacy device connectivity.

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

The front panel of the 6AV7611-0AF20-0BH0 is rated IP65, providing full protection against dust ingress and protection against low-pressure water jets, making it suitable for panel-mounted installation in industrial environments.

Troubleshooting

Display remains blank after power on

Check that 24 V DC supply is present at the power connector. Measure voltage at the input terminals. Listen for fan operation to determine if the PC is booting.

If the PC boots but the display is blank, check the backlight inverter and display cable connections. If no power is detected, inspect the internal fuse and power supply board. Replace the backlight or power supply module as required.

Touchscreen does not respond or is inaccurate

Determine whether the issue is a complete loss of touch input or positional inaccuracy. Check if the touchscreen controller is recognized in Windows Device Manager.

Recalibrate the touchscreen using the Windows calibration utility or the Siemens touch calibration tool. If the touchscreen is unresponsive, check the internal USB or serial connection between the touch controller and the motherboard. Replace the touch overlay if the controller is confirmed functional.

Panel PC fails to boot or continuously restarts

Observe the boot sequence for BIOS POST errors or Windows startup failure messages. Check the CompactFlash card or hard drive for errors using diagnostic tools.

Run a disk check (chkdsk) on the storage medium. If the operating system is corrupted, re-image the storage medium using a Siemens recovery image. Replace the CompactFlash card or hard drive if hardware failure is confirmed.

Loss of communication with S7 PLC

Verify the Ethernet cable connection and check the link indicator LEDs on the RJ45 port. Ping the PLC IP address from the Panel PC to confirm network connectivity.

Correct any IP address mismatches between the HMI project configuration and the actual PLC address. Replace the Ethernet cable if faulty. Check network switch settings and ensure the PLC is in RUN mode.

WinCC runtime project does not start automatically on boot

Check the Windows startup folder and the WinCC runtime autostart configuration. Review the Windows Event Log for application errors on startup.

Re-configure the WinCC runtime autostart settings via the Siemens Startup Editor or Windows startup manager. Ensure the project path is correct and the project files are intact. Re-transfer the project from the engineering station if files are missing or corrupted.

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