PF6 FlexSystem menu
IAM
The Intelligent Application module (IAM) is a non volatile storage that is located in the controller. The storage module contains all the controller programs, configurations and results. Certain modules may also include additional loaded feature items.
Parameter | Description |
|---|---|
Name | Used as an identifier when connecting the system to ToolsTalk 2. |
IAM information | Information on the FlexIAM |
Software
Software is used to load new system software.
Parameter | Description |
|---|---|
Current version | Information on the current software version. |
Stored version | Information on the stored software version. |
Software activation | Select which software version to use, current or stored. |
Software update | Update software by clicking the Browse button. |
To update the software perform the following steps:
Open the web GUI.
Click on the Controller icon.
SelectPF6 FlexSystem.
In the Software update field click on the Browse button.
Locate the new software. It is bundled in a zip-file.
Click Continue.
Follow the instructions on the screen.
The controller can store two installed software versions, current and stored. By using Software activation, it is possible to choose which software version to use.
The configuration of the active software will not be cloned when you switch to the other software version. That is, any configuration changes in one software will not affect the other installed software.
To activate an installed software:
On the PF6 FlexSystem menu, go to Software.
Swipe Software activation and follow the instructions.
Restart the system.
Hardware
Parameter | Description |
|---|---|
Controller information | Information on the controller |
Battery status | Status of the battery. |
Anybus CC module | Information on the anybus CC module. |
Channels
Channels is used for fault finding. It lists all the channels in the system and show the current status of each one.
Parameter | Description |
|---|---|
Channel 1 | Displays information about FlexDrive and tool on each active channel. |
Channel 2 | |
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Export/Import
The Export/Import Tab supports the user to make one of the following operations: Export, Import, and Automated backup.
The Export window supports the user to export controller configurations, settings, results, and events. In addition, it is possible to export tool logs, which can be shared with Atlas Copco Service personnel to troubleshoot problems with the tool(s).
The Import window supports the user to import controller configurations and settings.
It is only possible to have one active Export or Import at the time. Any attempt to start a new Export/Import while there is an ongoing Export/Import is rejected.
The Automated backup window supports the user to generate automatically a backup file.
Export/Import Between Controllers
Controllers may have different IAM types that could have different capabilities.
A controller can export all the configurations that are applicable for the current type of IAM module.
A controller cannot import a file exported from a different type of IAM module. This is applicable also when using ToolsTalk 2.
