Description   
2.2 Setup and configuration 
  SIMATIC RF120C 
8  Operating Instructions, 02/2021, C79000-G8976-C328-03 
Only one reader or one optical reader can be operated with a SIMATIC RF120C 
communication module via an RS232/RS422 interface. RFID readers and optical readers from 
the following product families can be operated with the RF120C: 
•  RF200 
•  RF300 
•  RF1000 
•  MV320 
•  Freeport 
•  MV400/MV500 
Features 
With the help of the SIMATIC RF120C communications module, you can address the data on 
the transponders physically. This type of addressing is also referred to as normal addressing. 
•  A maximum of three RF120C modules can be operated at the same time with one SIMATIC 
S7-1200. 
•  There are no restrictions relating to operation with other modules from the SIMATIC S7-
1200 range. 
•  Degree of protection IP20 
•  System integration with standard cables 
•  Standardized user interface for Ident technology with easy-to-use function blocks 
2.2  Setup and configuration 
This section describes the setup of a SIMATIC S7-1200 with RF120C as an example. 
Configuration 
The SIMATIC S7-1200 is designed for panel or rail mounting and consists of the following 
components: 
•  SIMATIC S7-1200 
•  Power supply unit 
•  Up to 3 communications modules (CM); e.g RF120C 
•  Up to 8 signal modules (SM) 
You can thus set the focus of your configuration on local requirements. 
The simple handling of the SIMATIC S7-1200 ensures fast commissioning and user-friendly 
maintenance.