General Information

Core Description

The 6AV2124-0QC02-0AX1 is a Siemens SIMATIC HMI TP1500 Comfort high-resolution operator panel featuring a 15.4-inch widescreen TFT display with 16 million colors. Fully compatible with PROFINET IO and MPI/PROFIBUS DP networks, this unit works seamlessly with S7-1200, S7-1500, and third-party controllers via TIA Portal to deliver flexible process visualization, recipe management, and high-performance industrial touch control.

Specific Application

• Large-Scale Machine Visualization: Providing centralized, high-resolution graphic monitoring and touch operation on production lines, packaging systems, and automotive assembly cells.
• Multi-Protocol Network Integration: Simultaneous communication linking field devices across PROFINET IRT, PROFIBUS DP, and Modbus TCP/IP industrial networks.
• Hazardous Area Human-Machine Interface: Deployment in classified industrial environments requiring ATEX Zone 2/22 or IECEx Zone 2/22 safety certifications.

Ordering Information

Certifications & Compliance

Installation & Troubleshooting FAQ

Q1: What supply voltage and power consumption are required for the TP1500 Comfort panel?
A: The panel operates on a nominal 24 V DC supply with an allowable range of 19.2 V DC to 28.8 V DC. It consumes a rated current of 1.7 A and has a typical active power input of 41 W.

Q2: How can I back up project data and system parameters on the 6AV2124-0QC02-0AX1?
A: Backups can be executed manually or automatically using SIMATIC HMI SD memory cards (up to 2 GB) or USB flash drives inserted into the built-in rear slots.

Q3: Is it possible to mount the TP1500 Comfort in a vertical (portrait) orientation?
A: Yes, the panel supports both portrait and landscape mounting orientations. In vertical installation, the maximum ambient operating temperature is 50 °C (or 40 °C when tilted).

Q4: What should I check if communication between the HMI and the S7-1500 PLC fails?
A: Verify physical cable integrity on the PROFINET/Ethernet ports. Ensure the IP address, subnet mask, and PG/PC interface parameters in TIA Portal match the physical hardware settings.

Q5: What are the cutout and enclosure dimensions required for panel mounting?
A: The front housing dimensions are 415 mm x 310 mm. The required panel mounting cutout is 396 mm in width by 291 mm in height, with an overall enclosure depth of 75 mm.