Siemens 6AV7613-0AA12-0AH0 SIMATIC Panel PC 670

Name: Siemens 6AV7613-0AA12-0AH0 SIMATIC Panel PC 670
Brand: Siemens
SKU: 6AV7613-0AA12-0AH0
Price: 2007.00 EUR
Availability: InStock

€ 2.007,00

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SKU: 6AV7613-0AA12-0AH0 Category: HMI & Display Brand: Siemens

Description
Additional information

The Siemens 6AV7613-0AA12-0AH0 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. This unit combines a flat-panel display with an integrated PC platform, offering a compact and robust solution for process visualization and control.

The SIMATIC Panel PC 670 (6AV7613-0AA12-0AH0) 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 on a Windows-based operating system, providing compatibility with standard SCADA and HMI software packages including WinCC. The unit offers standard PC interfaces such as USB, serial (RS-232), and Ethernet (RJ45) for connectivity to PLCs and plant networks, and is designed for front-panel mounting with an IP65-rated front bezel for protection against dust and water ingress.

The SIMATIC Panel PC 670 is widely used in the automotive, food and beverage, chemical, and manufacturing industries for machine-level and plant-level visualization. Its rugged industrial design and compatibility with Siemens SIMATIC software make it suitable for integration into existing SIMATIC automation architectures. The panel PC format allows direct installation into control cabinet doors or operator panels, reducing cabling complexity and saving installation space.

Technical Specifications

Display Size	12 inch
Display Resolution	800 x 600 pixels (SVGA)
Display Type	TFT color LCD
Touch Technology	Resistive touchscreen
Input Voltage	24 V DC
Operating Temperature	0 °C to +50 °C
Storage Temperature	-20 °C to +60 °C
Relative Humidity	5% to 90% (non-condensing)
IP Rating (Front)	IP65
Mounting	Panel mounting (front flush)
Communication Interface	Ethernet (RJ45), USB, RS-232 (COM)
Operating System	Windows XP Embedded / Windows 2000
Series/Product Family	SIMATIC Panel PC 670
Certifications	CE, UL

Common Error Codes & System Events

Event ID: 1000: Application error in the HMI runtime software, typically WinCC flexible or ProTool runtime has encountered an unexpected fault.
Restart the runtime application. Check the Windows event log for detailed error information. Reinstall the HMI runtime software if the error persists.
Event ID: 1001: Communication connection to the PLC has been lost or cannot be established.
Check Ethernet or serial cable connections. Verify PLC address and communication settings in the HMI project. Confirm the PLC is powered and in RUN mode.
Event ID: 1002: Tag read/write error. The HMI was unable to read from or write to a configured PLC tag.
Verify the tag address in the HMI project matches the PLC data block or memory area. Check communication link integrity and PLC program.
Event ID: 1003: Project download error. Transfer of the HMI project from the engineering PC to the Panel PC failed.
Check the transfer cable or network connection. Ensure the Panel PC is in transfer mode and that the correct IP address or COM port is configured in the engineering software.
Event ID: 1004: Touchscreen calibration error or touch input not responding correctly.
Run the touchscreen calibration utility from the Windows Control Panel or SIMATIC startup menu. Clean the touchscreen surface and recalibrate if necessary.
Event ID: 1005: System memory or storage low warning. Available RAM or hard disk/CompactFlash space is critically low.
Delete unnecessary files and temporary data. Archive old project backups. If using a hard disk, consider replacing with a larger capacity unit or CompactFlash card.
Event ID: 1006: Hardware watchdog timeout. The system watchdog has triggered due to a software hang or system overload.
Perform a controlled restart of the Panel PC. Check for background processes consuming excessive CPU resources. Update or reinstall the operating system and runtime software if the issue recurs.

Frequently Asked Questions

What display size and resolution does the 6AV7613-0AA12-0AH0 have?

This Panel PC features a 12-inch TFT color display with a resolution of 800 x 600 pixels (SVGA) and a resistive touchscreen interface.

What operating system does the SIMATIC Panel PC 670 (6AV7613-0AA12-0AH0) run?

The unit is compatible with Windows XP Embedded and Windows 2000, supporting standard Siemens HMI software such as WinCC and WinCC flexible.

What communication interfaces are available on this Panel PC?

The 6AV7613-0AA12-0AH0 provides Ethernet (RJ45), USB ports, and RS-232 serial (COM) interfaces for connection to PLCs, networks, and peripherals.

What is the IP protection rating of this Panel PC?

The front panel of the 6AV7613-0AA12-0AH0 is rated IP65, providing protection against dust and low-pressure water jets, making it suitable for industrial cabinet door mounting.

Is this Panel PC compatible with Siemens SIMATIC S7 PLCs?

Yes, the SIMATIC Panel PC 670 is designed for use with Siemens SIMATIC S7-300 and S7-400 PLCs via Ethernet or MPI/PROFIBUS adapters, using WinCC or WinCC flexible as the HMI software.

Troubleshooting

Display remains blank after power on

Check the 24 V DC supply voltage at the power connector. Verify the power LED status. Measure supply voltage with a multimeter to confirm it is within the 24 V DC tolerance range.

Ensure the 24 V DC supply is stable and correctly connected. If the supply is correct but the display remains blank, the internal DC/DC converter or backlight inverter may be faulty and require replacement.

Touchscreen does not respond or responds inaccurately

Attempt to operate the unit using a USB mouse to determine if the issue is isolated to the touchscreen. Check if the touchscreen driver is correctly installed in Device Manager.

Recalibrate the touchscreen using the calibration utility in the Windows Control Panel or SIMATIC startup tool. If calibration does not resolve the issue, the touchscreen overlay or controller board may need replacement.

HMI runtime software fails to start or crashes repeatedly

Check the Windows event log for application errors. Verify that the CompactFlash card or hard disk has sufficient free space and is not corrupted. Run a disk check utility.

Reinstall the HMI runtime software (WinCC or WinCC flexible). If disk corruption is detected, replace the CompactFlash card or hard disk and restore the operating system and project from a backup.

No communication with PLC

Verify the Ethernet or serial cable is correctly connected and undamaged. Ping the PLC IP address from the Panel PC command prompt to test network connectivity. Check the HMI project communication settings.

Correct any IP address or communication parameter mismatches in the HMI project. Replace faulty cables. If using MPI or PROFIBUS, verify the CP card or adapter is correctly seated and configured.

Panel PC runs slowly or becomes unresponsive

Check CPU and memory usage in Windows Task Manager. Identify any background processes or startup applications consuming excessive resources. Check for malware or unnecessary software installations.

Disable unnecessary startup programs and background services. If the issue persists, perform a clean reinstallation of the operating system and HMI software from the Siemens recovery media or backup image.

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