Hardware Descriptions
2.7 TCU (Thin Client Unit)
Manual
Commissioning Manual, 05/2008, 6FC5397–4CP10–4BA0
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2.7 TCU (Thin Client Unit)
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Figure 2-15 TCU with Ethernet cable plugged in
Order Number
Description Order number (MLFB)
TCU (Thin Client Unit) 6FC5312-0DA00-0AA0
Features
A TCU permits the distributed connection of SINUMERIK OP/TP operator panel fronts and
the SINUMERIK PCU. The features include the following:
● Communication with the PCU is performed via Industrial Ethernet (10/100 Mbaud) in a
separate sub-network with DHCP server (on the PCU).
● Permits large distances between the PCU and operator panel front (maximum possible
distance between two network nodes/access points: approx. 100 m).
● Graphics resolutions: 640x480 to 1024x768 pixels; depth of color: 16 bits
● Interfaces:
– 1 x Ethernet 10/100 Mbaud
– 1 x Compact Flash
– 2 x USB 1.1 for connection of mouse and keyboard
– Interfaces to operator panel front:
LVDS interface for SINUMERIK-OP,
USB interface for SINUMERIK-OP (internal)