Siemens 6AV7613-0AA12-0BE0 SIMATIC Panel PC 670

Name: Siemens 6AV7613-0AA12-0BE0 SIMATIC Panel PC 670
Brand: Siemens
SKU: 6AV7613-0AA12-0BE0
Price: 2007.00 EUR
Availability: InStock

€ 2.007,00

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SKU: 6AV7613-0AA12-0BE0 Category: HMI & Display Brand: Siemens

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The Siemens 6AV7613-0AA12-0BE0 is a Panel PC belonging to the SIMATIC Panel PC 670 series, manufactured by Siemens. It is an industrial panel computer designed for demanding human-machine interface (HMI) and visualization tasks in automation environments. This unit combines a flat-panel display with an integrated industrial PC platform, providing a compact all-in-one solution for process visualization and control.

The SIMATIC Panel PC 670 (6AV7613-0AA12-0BE0) features a 12-inch TFT display with a resolution of 800 x 600 pixels (SVGA) and supports touch screen operation. It is built around an industrial-grade processor platform running Microsoft Windows, with multiple communication interfaces including Ethernet (RJ45) and standard serial ports (COM). The unit supports integration with Siemens SIMATIC WinCC and ProTool/Pro visualization software, and is designed for fanless or low-noise operation with robust industrial-grade components suited to continuous operation.

The SIMATIC Panel PC 670 is widely used in manufacturing automation, process control, and machine tool applications across industries such as automotive, food and beverage, chemical processing, and general factory automation. Its panel-mount form factor and industrial-hardened design make it suitable for installation directly in control cabinet doors or operator panels. The combination of PC flexibility and HMI functionality allows engineers to run SCADA, visualization, and data logging applications on a single integrated platform.

Technical Specifications

Display Size	12 inch
Display Resolution	800 x 600 pixels (SVGA)
Display Type	TFT color LCD
Touch Technology	Resistive touch screen
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 Protection Rating	IP65 (front), IP20 (rear)
Communication Interface	Ethernet RJ45, RS-232 (COM), USB
Operating System	Microsoft Windows XP Embedded
Mounting	Panel mounting
Series/Product Family	SIMATIC Panel PC 670
Certifications	CE, UL

Common Error Codes and System Events

Event ID: 1000: Application error in the HMI runtime software, typically WinCC flexible or ProTool/Pro runtime has encountered an unexpected fault.
Restart the runtime application. Check the Windows event log for details. Reinstall the HMI runtime software if the error persists.
Event ID: 100: Communication connection to the PLC has been lost or interrupted.
Check Ethernet or serial cable connections. Verify PLC is powered and running. Check communication settings (IP address, baud rate) in the HMI project configuration.
Event ID: 10000: Tag read/write error: the HMI was unable to read from or write to a configured PLC tag.
Verify the PLC program contains the referenced tag address. Check communication link status. Confirm the data type and address in the HMI project match the PLC configuration.
Event ID: 110: No connection to the configured PLC driver. The communication driver failed to initialize.
Restart the Panel PC. Verify the correct communication driver is installed and configured. Check hardware connections and interface settings.
Event ID: 70000: System memory low warning. Available RAM or storage memory has dropped below the minimum threshold for stable operation.
Close unnecessary applications. Check for memory leaks in the HMI project scripts. Consider increasing virtual memory settings or upgrading RAM if the platform supports it.
Event ID: 50000: Project download error. A project transfer from the engineering station to the Panel PC failed.
Check the network connection between the engineering PC and the Panel PC. Ensure the Panel PC is in transfer mode. Verify that the correct IP address and transfer settings are configured in the engineering software.
BSOD / System Crash: Windows operating system blue screen or unexpected restart, indicating a critical system-level fault.
Check for overheating. Verify all drivers are up to date. Run a memory diagnostic. Restore the Windows image from backup if system files are corrupted.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the supply voltage for the 6AV7613-0AA12-0BE0?

The SIMATIC Panel PC 670 (6AV7613-0AA12-0BE0) operates on a 24 V DC supply voltage, which is standard for Siemens industrial panel devices.

What HMI software is compatible with this Panel PC?

This unit is compatible with Siemens SIMATIC WinCC and ProTool/Pro visualization software. It runs a Windows-based operating system, allowing installation of compatible SCADA and HMI runtime applications.

What is the display size and resolution of this unit?

The 6AV7613-0AA12-0BE0 features a 12-inch TFT color display with a resolution of 800 x 600 pixels (SVGA).

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

The front panel of the SIMATIC Panel PC 670 carries an IP65 protection rating, making it suitable for installation in environments where dust and water spray may be present.

What communication interfaces are available on this Panel PC?

The unit provides Ethernet (RJ45), RS-232 serial (COM port), and USB interfaces, enabling connectivity to PLCs, peripheral devices, and engineering workstations.

Troubleshooting

Display remains blank after power on

Check the 24 V DC supply voltage at the power connector. Verify the power LED status. Measure voltage at the internal power supply output to the display backlight.

Ensure the 24 V DC supply is within tolerance. If the backlight has failed, the display inverter or backlight lamp may need replacement. If no power LED is present, inspect internal fuses and the power supply module.

Touch screen does not respond or is inaccurate

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

Recalibrate the touch screen using the Windows touch calibration utility. Clean the touch surface. If the touch controller is not recognized, reinstall the touch screen driver. Replace the touch screen assembly if hardware failure is confirmed.

HMI runtime software fails to start or crashes on startup

Check the Windows event log for application errors. Verify that the runtime software license is valid and that the project file is not corrupted.

Reinstall the HMI runtime software (WinCC or ProTool/Pro). Restore the project from a known-good backup. If the Windows installation is corrupted, restore the factory image using the Siemens recovery partition or a backup image.

No communication with PLC

Verify physical cable connections on the Ethernet or serial port. Ping the PLC IP address from the Panel PC to test network connectivity. Check the communication driver status in the HMI runtime.

Replace or reseat the communication cable. Correct the IP address or serial communication settings in the HMI project. Reinstall the communication driver if it is not functioning correctly.

Panel PC runs slowly or becomes unresponsive

Check CPU and memory usage in Windows Task Manager. Identify any background processes consuming excessive resources. Check available disk space on the CompactFlash or hard drive.

Terminate unnecessary background applications. Free up disk space by removing unused files. If the storage medium is failing, clone or replace the CompactFlash card or hard drive and restore the system image.

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