Operating instructions

Mounting and connecting

4.3 Connecting the HMI device

MP 377, MP 377 PRO (WinCC flexible)

Operating Instructions, 10/2008, 6AV6691-1DR01-0AB0

NOTICE

Approved cable

If you do not use approved cables to connect a SIMATIC S7 controller,

you may experience malfunctions.

Only use approved cables to connect a SIMATIC S7 controller.

Standard cables are available for the connection. You can find additional information on this

in the Internet at "

http://mall.automation.siemens.com".

Connecting PROFINET

NOTICE

Damage to the HMI device

Only connect the HMI device to public Ethernet networks using a switch

or comparable device.

PROFINET IO communication

For instructions regarding the installation of PROFINET networks, refer to the

"PROFINET System Description" manual.

Note the following for the MP 377 PRO 15" Touch:

Use an angled tool, such as an Allen wrench, to loosen the latch of the RJ45 connector

for PROFINET.