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Siemens LOGO! 6 to LOGO! 8 Product Migration Guide
Siemens have announced that their LOGO! 6
Logic Controllers are being phased out and
recommend their new LOGO! 8 range as a
suitable replacement. What does this
upgrade mean for current LOGO! 6 users?
LOGO! 8: Highlights at a glance!
Eight basic modules with Ethernet connection, improved hardware with double the space
on the new display, user-friendly software, integrated Web server and an additional
GSM/GPS module – the new LOGO! 8 system features numerous improvements.
LOGO! 8 modules Soft Comfort software GSM/GPS Module
Features of the LOGO! 8 Benets How does this compare?
8 basic modules with Ethernet connection
for Optional Ethernet CMS 12/24 switch click here
Communication with S7 systems
No special LOGO! cable needed, saves money
Easier programming via Ethernet connection
8 modules but no
communication
400 function blocks Enhanced programme memory 200 function blocks
Additional GSM/GPS communication module
click here
Allows communication via text messages and time synchronisation
– users can alarm or control remotely via SMS and GPS (position
detection and time synchronisation without SIM card)
Remote control and alarming
done via external device, no
time synchronisation
Integrated Web Server in all base modules
Cost eective remote user control and monitoring, no html
knowledge needed
Functionality not available
Innovative LOGO! Soft Comfort
macro function - Soft Comfort software
Create your own macro blocks and organize them in libraries.
Makes repeating programme creation tasks more user-friendly
Macro block functionality
not available
Enhanced display: increased contrast and
selectable backlight colours, now with 6 lines
with 16 characters each (double the characters
per page)
Message texts can be seen more clearly and there are more
diagnostic options via the display
4 lines with 12 characters per
line. Backlight switchable, but
only one colour
Data logging
Process values can be stored in internal memory or on micro SD
card
Not available
Touch panel connectable as operator interface Modern operator interface possible with graphical options Not available
Since version FS:04
extended temperature range -20 to + 55°C
Modbus TCP/IP as client and server
Time synchronisation via NTP client and server
Data transfer to PC in run via LOGO! Access tool
Outdoor use
Communication to third party devices
All LOGO! Modules in a system have the correct time
Process data can be analysed in Excel in RUN mode
Not available
