Diagnostics
8.2 Diagnostic data and non-volatile SIMOTION data
SIMOTION D4x5-2
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Service selector switch (preferred solution)
Data is backed up using a Service selector switch as follows:
1. Set the Service selector switch to "Diagnostics" (position D).
The positions of the mode selector switch are not relevant (i.e. the set operating mode
remains unchanged).
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Figure 8-5 Service selector switch and mode selector switch, Service switch in position "D"
2. Switch the D4x5-2 off and back on again.
3. Wait for the device to start up.
The diagnostics data and non-volatile SIMOTION data is backed up to the
CompactFlash card during power-up, provided that this is still possible and is not
prevented by HW defects, for example.
4. Once the backup is complete, switch the D4x5-2 off.
5. Remove the CompactFlash card and reset the Service selector switch to its original
setting.
Table 8- 10 LED displays during backup procedure
Status LED displays on the D4x5-2
Backup in progress STOP LED and SU/PF LED flicker yellow
Backup complete RUN LED flickers green
DIAG button (alternative)
To back up data via the DIAG button, proceed as follows:
1. Switch the D4x5-2 off.
2. Press the DIAG button and hold it down. Switch the D4x5-2 on.
3. Wait for the device to ramp up.
The diagnostics data and non-volatile SIMOTION data is backed up to the CompactFlash
card during power-up, provided that this is still possible and is not prevented by HW
defects, for example.