SIEMENS SIMATIC HMI 6AV2123-2MB03-0AX0

6AV2123-2MB03-0AX0

Nombre completo: SIMATIC HMI KTP1200 Basic Color PN

1. Desglose del código del modelo

`6AV2123-2MB03-0AX0`

6AV2123: 2nd-generation Basic HMI series

2METRO: KTP1200 (12-pulgada, keys + touch operation)

B: PN (PROFINET Ethernet interface)

03: Versión de hardware

0AX0: Standard delivery version

Distinction of DP variant: 6AV2123-2MA03-0AX0 (PROFIBUS-DP) – not directly interchangeable.

1. Especificaciones principales de hardware

III. Software Configuration Information

1. Minimum configuration version: TIA Portal WinCC Basic V13 / STEP7 Basic V13
2. Supported engineering environments: WinCC Basic / Comfort / Avanzado / Profesional
3. ⚠️ Key Limitations:

VBS scripts are not supported (hard limitation of Basic panels)

Supports basic trends, alarms, multi-language (arriba a 10 languages for online switching)

Sm@rtServer available (TIA Portal V14 and above, remote monitoring via mobile devices)

No SD card slot, large-capacity local archiving is not supported

1. Compatible PLCs for Communication

✅ Natively supported:

S7-1200 / S7-1500 / S7-200 INTELIGENTE (Ethernet models)

⚠️ Notes:

No DP/MPI port; cannot connect directly to S7-300/400 via DP port. Connection requires Ethernet CP module / PN-DP gateway.

No native Modbus TCP driver for Basic panels. For Modbus TCP communication, select Comfort series or deploy an external gateway.

1. Intra-series Comparison & Opciones de reemplazo

1) Same-size Basic HMIs

6AV2123-2MB03-0AX0: KTP1200 Basic PN (Ethernet, tocar + keys) 【Current model】

6AV2123-2MA03-0AX0: KTP1200 Basic DP (PROFIBUS, no Ethernet port)

6AV2123-2GB03-0AX0: TP1200 Basic PN (touch-only, no physical keys)

2) Higher-performance Upgrade

TP1200 Comfort 6AV2124-0QC02-0AX0

Ventajas: Supports scripts, SD card archiving, Modbus functions and larger memory; cutout dimensions are incompatible, cabinet cutout modification required.

1. Directrices de selección & Common Pitfalls
2. Avoid oversized screens and picture resources in projects; el 10 MB memory limit can be easily exceeded.
3. Resistive touch screen: compatible with gloved operation, avoid scratching with sharp hard objects.
4. IP65 rating applies only to the front panel. Ensure tight cabinet sealing; never spray water onto the rear side.
5. Program download methods: direct Ethernet connection or USB flash drive.
6. Script functions are unavailable; complex logic must be implemented inside the PLC.
7. Production status: This model is mainstream 2nd-generation Basic HMI with no official end-of-life notice.

VII. Escenarios de aplicación típicos

Maquinaria de embalaje, rubber & plastic equipment, machine tool auxiliary units, medio & pequeñas líneas de producción, sistemas de tratamiento de agua, general stand-alone machinery HMI.

6AV2123-2MB03-0AX0 (KTP1200 Basic PN) Full List of Compatible Components

1. Compatible PLC Controllers (Native S7 Protocol over Ethernet)

The HMI is only equipped with PROFINET (RJ45); no DP/MPI port. Direct connection to legacy S7-300/400 (interfaz DP) requires PN-DP gateway.

✅ Native direct connection (built-in TIA Portal drivers)

1. S7-1200 Series

6ES7211/212/214/215/217-1AE/1BE/1AG/4AG/1HG/4BG and all related CPUs

2. S7-1500 Series

All 6ES7511/512/513/515/516/517 CPUs

3. S7-200 INTELIGENTE

6ES7288-1SR20/SR30/SR40/SR60/ST20/ST30/ST40/ST60 (Ethernet-enabled models)

4. ET200SP PN CPU

6ES7510-1DJ01-0AB0

⚠️ Gateway required for communication

S7-300 / S7-400 (DP-only): Recommended 6GK1415-2BA10 (PN-DP Coupler)

Third-party Protocol Support

Supports Modbus TCP, compatible with Inovance, Xinje, Omron CP1E/CP2E-N (Ethernet versions)

1. Original Manufacturer Accessories Order Numbers

1) Power Terminal Connector

6AV6671-8XA00-0AX0

2-pin DC24V power plug (10 pieces per package)

2) Screen Protective Film (scratch & oil resistance)

6AV2181-3MJ20-0AX0

Dedicated film for KTP1200 Basic, 10 pieces per set

3) Industrial Ethernet Cable & RJ45 Connectors

IE FC RJ45 Fast Connector: 6GK1901-1BB10-2AA0

Pre-assembled industrial cable (5 metro): 6XV1440-4BH50

Bulk industrial Ethernet cable: 6XV1840-2AH10

4) Industrial USB Flash Drive for Backup & Archivar (OEM recommended)

6AV6881-0AS42-0AA1 (32G Industrial USB)

Restriction: KTP1200 Basic has no SD card slot. Program backup and historical archiving rely solely on USB drive; format: FAT32, capacity ≤32 GB.

5) Mounting Clips

No separate order number from Siemens; supplied standard with HMI. For bulk replenishment, use universal 2nd-gen Basic panel clip kits.

6) Wide-temperature Conformal Coated Version (SIPLUS for outdoor / high condensation environments)

6AG1123-2MB03-2AX0

Conformal coating variant based on the base model; operating temperature range -10~+50℃

III. Recommended Siemens Industrial Network Switches

SCALANCE XB208: 6GK5208-0BA00-2AB2 (8-port entry-level switch)

SCALANCE XB216: 6GK5216-0BA00-2AB2 (16-puerto)

tipo compacto: SCALANCE XB005 6GK5005-0BA00-1AB2

1. DC24V Cabinet Power Supplies

HMI power consumption ≈12.2W, allow sufficient margin during selection:

2.5 A: 6EP1332-2BA20

4 A: 6EP1333-2BA20

10 A: 6EP1334-2BA20

1. Interchangeable HMIs with Identical Cutout (306×221mm)

Upgrade alternative (cutout incompatible, cabinet modification required)

TP1200 Confort: 6AV2124-0QC02-0AX0 (script support, SD card archiving, enhanced Modbus functions)

1. Matching Engineering Software

Minimum TIA Portal version: WinCC Basic V13

Compatible versions: V13 / V14 / V15 / V16 / V17 / V18 / V19

VII. Selection Risk Checklist

1. Cannot connect DP-bus PLCs directly; PN-DP gateway is mandatory.
2. Basic panels do not support VBS scripts. Implement complex logic within PLC.
3. 10 MB internal memory; external USB required for extensive trend archiving.
4. Resistive touch screen supports gloved operation; avoid sharp hard objects.
5. Prefer PROFINET-certified industrial cables; standard office cables risk packet loss under continuous vibration.