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6.6
Computer Interfaces
In the horstCONTROL there is an integrated computer whose accessible interfaces are described in this
subsection.
6.6.1
PROFINET (optional)
The horstCONTROL has an optional PROFINET communication interface (PROFINET IO, conformity class
C), through which it is possible to exchange data between a PLC and the robot. PROFINET (Process Field
Network) is a real-time capable industrial Ethernet protocol, which is used as the standard protocol in
automation. Using PROFINET communication, the robot can be controlled and monitored from the PLC.
HORST takes on the role of the client (Slave) and is controlled by the PLC (server or Master). As a result,
HORST is easy to integrate in an existing production line and can communicate with different peripheral
equipment. In addition to executing specific commands, there are also freely describable storage areas
in which Int, Float and Boolean data types can be exchanged.
The connection is made via a RJ45 modular connector and a category 5 network cable (CAT5) on the
front of the horstCONTROL (see subsection
6.6.2
Ethernet
The Ethernet interface enables optional remote access and remote control of the robot. This is also used
for connection to horstCOSMOS, which enables e.g. program synchronization and the transmission of
telemetry data and error messages. For access to horstCOSMOS, the following are required:
−
connected network cable
−
connection to horstcosmos.com at port 443
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TLS 1.2 and TLS 1.3 must not be blocked by the firewall
The RJ45 modular connector to the Ethernet port is on the rear side of the horstCONTROL. The charac-
teristic values for the connection are as follows:
min. typ.
max. Unit
Transmission speed
10
-
1000 Mb/s
6.6.3
USB
To connect further input devices and data carriers, there are a total of four USB ports: two USB 3.1 ports
on the rear side of the horstCONTROL, and two USB 2.0 ports on the rear side of the horstPANEL. The
USB ports on the horstPANEL are only provided for input devices only. For data carriers, use the ports on
the horstCONTROL
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