Siemens Logo Eplan P8 Macrol Official

To integrate Siemens LOGO! modules into your EPLAN Electric P8 project, you primarily use .EDZ (EPLAN Data Archived Zipped) files. These files are comprehensive archives containing article master data, macros (multi-line and 3D), and technical images. 1. Downloading Siemens LOGO! Macros

You can obtain high-quality macros directly from official Siemens platforms:

Siemens Industry Support Portal: Search for your specific LOGO! part number (e.g., 6ED1052-1FB08-0BA1) and look for the CAx data link to generate a download package.

Siemens Industry Image Database: Enter your article number to find all available CAx data and graphics.

EPLAN Data Portal: Access the portal directly from within EPLAN P8 to search for and download Siemens-certified data. 2. Importing Macros into EPLAN P8

Once you have the .edz file, follow these steps to import it:

Open Parts Management: Go to Utilities > Parts > Management.

Import EDZ: Click Extras > Import. Choose EPLAN Data Portal exchange format (EDZ) as the file type. Select File: Navigate to your downloaded .edz file. Siemens Logo Eplan P8 Macrol

Set Conflict Rules: Choose "Update existing records and add new ones" to ensure your database is complete.

Finalize: EPLAN will extract the macros and article data into your master data directories. 3. Inserting the Macro into a Schematic

After importing, you can place the LOGO! module in your project:

Using Insert Center: Search for the part number or macro name in the Insert Center. Drag and drop it onto your page.

Macro Variants: If the macro includes multiple versions (e.g., different physical orientations or wiring types), use the Tab key to cycle through available variants (A, B, C, etc.) before placing it.

Automatic Connection: Macros for LOGO! often include PLC connection points, which will automatically participate in cross-referencing and terminal diagrams if correctly placed on a schematic page. 4. Customizing or Creating Your Own Macros

If a specific LOGO! accessory isn't available, you can create a custom macro: To integrate Siemens LOGO

Macro Project: Create a new project and set the project type to "Macro".

Define Area: Use a Macro Box to define the boundaries of your symbol.

Add Logic: Insert black boxes, device connection points, and graphic symbols.

Save/Generate: Use Master data > Macros > Generate automatically to save the box contents as a reusable macro file. Siemens EPLAN Macros - SiePortal

Macro Tips:

• Testing: Always test your macro by inserting it into a sample project to ensure it works as expected.
• Documentation: Keep a document or a database of created macros, their functionalities, and usage examples for reference.
• Update and Maintenance: Periodically review and update your macros to ensure they comply with the latest standards and project requirements.

By following these steps, you can create useful macros in Siemens Logo! Eplan P8 that streamline your workflow and improve efficiency in your electrical engineering projects.

For Siemens LOGO! projects in EPLAN Electric P8, macros are primarily distributed in the .edz format. These data containers include the necessary macro files (*.ema or *.ems) and article properties required for the EPLAN Data Portal or parts database. Downloading and Importing Macros

To get the latest official macros for Siemens LOGO!, you can use these methods: Testing: Always test your macro by inserting it

Siemens Industry Online Support (SIOS): You can search for specific part numbers (e.g., 6ED1052-xxx) and download CAx/CAD data directly from the Siemens SiePortal.

Importing .edz Files: In EPLAN P8, go to Utilities > Parts > Management and use the Import function to load .edz files. This process automatically populates the article master data and associated graphic macros.

Manual Extraction: If needed, .edz files can be opened with tools like WinRAR to manually extract the *.ema (window macros) or *.xml data files for older EPLAN versions. Macro Configuration Features

Placeholder Objects: Many Siemens macros use placeholder objects. These allow you to easily switch between different configurations (e.g., voltage vs. current inputs) directly within the macro properties in EPLAN.

Function Text: To ensure your LOGO! inputs and outputs are clearly labeled on the schematic, you can use the Function text automatic feature. This synchronizes the text from the main function (the PLC) to all associated connections. Programming Message Texts

If you are looking for information on "text" in the context of the LOGO! device's display rather than EPLAN:

Message Text Block: In LOGO! Soft Comfort, use the "Message Text" special function block. You must connect a high signal to the EN (Enable) input for the text to appear on the device's screen.

Flags: You can use flags (like M29) to change the display background color to red, white, or amber during specific events.

3.1 Device Representation

• Main function: “Module” (PLC digital I/O)
• Number of module connections: 14 (8 IN + 4 OUT + 2 PWR)
• Graphical macro type: Multi-line (or single-line simplified)

5. Data exchange between EPLAN and LOGO!

• Direct export/import: EPLAN can export Excel/CSV I/O lists which can be used as a reference when programming LOGO! Soft Comfort (which does not have a built-in import for EPLAN formats).
• Use middleware or scripts:
  • Export CSV from EPLAN and transform to LOGO! Soft Comfort-friendly formats (manual mapping usually required).
  • For larger systems, use PLC data exchange approaches (e.g., export to STEP 7/PLCtools where supported) or custom scripts that parse EPLAN device lists and generate tag tables.
• Keep software and documentation in sync by:
  • Locking final I/O assignments before programming.
  • Re-importing updated I/O tables from EPLAN after commissioning and linking attribute changes.