SIMATIC HMI TP1200 Comfort Panel

The SIMATIC HMI Smart Panel PRO will be complemented by a smaller device model with a 12-inch display.

The brand-new Intelligent Panel PRO is an extremely attractive solution for achieving visualization and automation without the need for control cabinets. These powerful devices feature excellent performance, rich functions and numerous integrated interfaces, making them particularly suitable for applications related to high-end machines, such as high-performance visualization tasks.

• The protection level is up to IP65, which provides all-round protection and can be used without a control cabinet;
• Allows for simple and flexible installation on a support arm or base;
• Modern slim design, attractive solution;
• The glass panel features capacitive single-touch (PCT) technology for efficient operation, even when wearing thin work gloves;
• Enables safe operation and monitoring with high-definition and brightness images and a wide reading angle;
• Due to the removable maintenance cover, maintenance is easy and convenient, and operations such as memory card replacement or subsequent adjustments can be easily performed;
• Simple wiring solutions can be achieved via standard connectors, resulting in significant time and cost savings;

TP1200 Comfort Panel Technical specifications

Technical	Specifications
Part Number	6AV2124-0MC01-0AX0
display screen	12.1-inch TFT widescreen
display resolution	1280 x 800 pixels
Color display	16777216 colors (16 million colors)
Main interface	PROFINET (2 ports with integrated switch), MPI/PROFIBUS DP, 2×USB 2.0
user memory	12 MB
operating system	Windows CE 6.0
Configuration software	WinCC Comfort/Advanced/Professional (TIA Portal) V11 or higher
Power requirements	24V DC (allowable range: 19.2V – 28.8V)
Protection level	Front IP65, rear IP20

The TP1200 Comfort HMI device from the Comfort Panel series is used to operate the color mixing system.

Comfort Panels are particularly suitable for challenging HMI tasks in PROFINET and PROFIBUS environments and are characterized by the following features:

• High-quality housing and numerous interfaces

• Industrial widescreen displays with large visualization area, optimum viewing angle stability and maximum brightness

• Installation either in horizontal or vertical format

• Exact diagnostics with system diagnostics viewer

TP1200 HMI Part Number

6AV2124-0MC01-0AX0 SIMATIC HMI TP1200 Comfort
6AV2124-0MC24-0AB0 SIMATIC HMI TP1200 Comfort PRO neutral
6AV2124-0MC24-0AX0 SIMATIC HMI TP1200 Comfort PRO
6AV2124-0MC24-0BB0 SIMATIC HMI TP1200 Comfort PRO neutral
6AV2124-0MC24-0BX0 SIMATIC HMI TP1200 Comfort PRO
6AV2124-0MC24-1AB0 SIMATIC HMI TP1200 Comfort PRO neutral
6AV2124-0MC24-1AX0 SIMATIC HMI TP1200 Comfort PRO

SIMATIC HMI TP1200 FAQ

1. Does 6AV2124-0MC01-0AX0 support touch screen operation?

Yes, the 6AV2124-0MC01-0AX0, the SIMATIC HMI TP1200 Comfort Panel, supports touch screen operation as one of its core interaction methods.
The device is equipped with a 12-inch widescreen TFT LCD display and uses capacitive touch technology to support intuitive touch operations (such as clicking, sliding, zooming, etc.). Operators can directly perform parameter settings, equipment control, data query and other operations through the screen interface without the need for additional physical buttons, which greatly simplifies the operation process at the industrial site.
Its touch function has been optimized at the industrial level and can still maintain stable response in harsh environments such as dust and slight water splashes (in compliance with IP65 protection level), making it suitable for harsh industrial production scenarios. At the same time, with the TIA Portal WinCC configuration software, the buttons, icons, data display areas, etc. of the touch interface can be customized to further improve the convenience and pertinence of operation.

2. What communication protocols does 6AV2124-0MC01-0AX0 support?

6AV2124-0MC01-0AX0 supports PROFINET, PROFIBUS-DP, MPI, optional EtherNet/IP, and OPC UA, TCP/IP and other protocols.

3. How to configure the communication protocol of 6AV2124-0MC01-0AX0?

The communication protocol configuration of 6AV2124-0MC01-0AX0 needs to be completed through the TIA Portal software. The core steps are as follows:

• Open the TIA Portal, create a project and add the HMI device model.
• In the “Device & Network” view, connect the HMI to the target device (e.g. PLC), automatically matching the default protocol (e.g. PROFINET).
• If you need to customize the protocol (such as PROFIBUS-DP, OPC UA), select the corresponding protocol in “Properties → Communication” of the HMI and configure the interface parameters (IP address, station number, etc.).
• For third-party protocols (such as EtherNet/IP), you need to add the corresponding driver and set parameters in the configuration.
• After the configuration is completed, download the project to HMI to take effect.
• Specific details can be found in the online help of the TIA Portal or the communication configuration guide in the device manual.

Conclusion

SIMATIC HMI TP1200 Comfort Panel is a high-performance human-machine interface launched by Siemens for industrial automation scenarios. With a 12-inch high-definition display, rich communication interfaces, and industrial-grade protection design as the core, it takes into account operational convenience and system compatibility. It can adapt to the equipment control and data visualization needs of many industries, and is a reliable choice for realizing efficient interaction with automation systems.

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