Compact 2-wire safety control unit is a well-liked product PNOZmulti in industrial applications. Another aspect of working with the PNOZmulti is knowledge of where to locate the IP address of the CPU for correct setting up and problem solving. I’ll now explain how a simple method can be used to find the IP address.
What is a PNOZmulti CPU?
The PNOZmulti CPU is a control unit in Pilz safety control system PLEscape, which is aimed at machine safety. It interfaces with other devices over a network and has its unique address known as the IP address.
Step 1: Tie the PNOZmulti to a Computer
First of all make sure that the PNOZmulti CPU is on the Ethernet with a PC connected with an Ethernet cable. A computer is required for the purpose of accessing the settings of the device.
Step 2: Depending on the basic model, use the PNOZmulti Configurator
Pilz offers its PNOZmulti Configurator for use of the software. I go to the control panel of the PNOZmulti CPU by launching the software installed on the PC. The configurator is used for the configuration as well as for reading the system information where the IP address is stored.
Step 3: First go to the; Communication settings
When using the configurator, one should try to find the Communication or Network settings tab. In this section, the reader should be able to detect the network configuration of PNOZmulti CPU together with the existing IP address.
Step 4: Check the IP Address
After entering the communication setting you should be able to see the IP address of the CPU. Take note of this IP address because you may need it again in the future for tinkering with the system.
Step 5: Changing the IP Address
In case you need it, the IP address can be set directly on the configurator on the same subpage. The only thing to note is that it should not be larger than the network configuration.
Conclusion
You can find the IP address of any PNOZmulti CPU from the PNOZmulti Configurator easily and quickly. If followed in the above manner, one is quickly in a position to decipher and manage the IP address in his or her industrial setting for optimum communication.
