Virtual PLC using PLCSim Advance and Physical HMI Communication

Dear Experts,

Our TIA Portal project utilizes the 1512C CPU model and focuses solely on PLC programming. Our goal is to reconstruct the TIA Portal V17 engineering file for the KP700 Comfort HMI.

We’ve successfully backed up the HMI using Prosave, resulting in an image version of 13.x.x.x. Subsequently, we loaded this backup onto a unit with the same component number, confirming that the screens function as expected and allow seamless navigation.

To facilitate easier recreation of the engineering file, we’re exploring the possibility of using input values from the HMI to monitor addresses and tags in the PLC. As part of this effort, I attempted to create a virtual PLC using PLCSim Advanced V4.0. The hardware HMI (KP700) was loaded with the backup, and the laptop was directly connected.

Could you please advise if this solution is feasible? Additionally, I’d appreciate any insights on potential settings or configuration adjustments that I might have overlooked.

Thank you for your assistance.

Best regards,

John