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KUKA System Technology
KUKA.Sim 4.3 – Installation and Licensing
Issued: 12.07.2023
KUKA.Sim 4.3 Installation V2
KUKA Deutschland GmbH
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Contents
1 Introduction.............................................................................................. 5
1.1 Representation of warnings and notes................................................................. 5
2 Product description................................................................................. 7
2.1 Product description................................................................................................ 7
2.2 Component library................................................................................................. 7
2.3 Intended use and misuse...................................................................................... 7
3 Installation................................................................................................ 9
3.1 System requirements............................................................................................. 9
3.2 Standard installation.............................................................................................. 9
3.3 Standard uninstallation.......................................................................................... 10
3.4 Installation/uninstallation via the command window............................................. 10
4 Licensing................................................................................................... 13
4.1 License key............................................................................................................ 13
4.2 License types......................................................................................................... 13
4.2.1 Network license..................................................................................................... 13
4.2.1.1 Installing the license server.................................................................................. 13
4.2.1.2 Settings for the license server.............................................................................. 16
4.2.1.3 Using a network license........................................................................................ 18
4.2.1.4 Temporarily borrowing a network license............................................................. 19
4.2.1.5 Renewing a network license................................................................................. 20
4.2.1.6 Returning a network license................................................................................. 21
5 KUKA.Sim add-ons.................................................................................. 23
5.1 Activation and licensing......................................................................................... 23
6 KUKA Service........................................................................................... 25
6.1 Requesting support............................................................................................... 25
6.2 KUKA Customer Support...................................................................................... 25
Index 27
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Introduction
1 Introduction
1.1 Representation of warnings and notes
Safety
These warnings are provided for safety purposes and must be observed.
DANGER
These warnings mean that it is certain or highly probable that death or
severe injuries will occur, if no precautions are taken.
WARNING
These warnings mean that death or severe injuries may occur, if no
precautions are taken.
CAUTION
These warnings mean that minor injuries may occur, if no precautions
are taken.
NOTICE
These warnings mean that damage to property may occur, if no precau-
tions are taken.
These warnings contain references to safety-relevant information or gen-

eral safety measures.
These warnings do not refer to individual hazards or individual precau-
tionary measures.
This warning draws attention to procedures which serve to prevent or rem-

edy emergencies or malfunctions:
SAFETY INSTRUCTION
The following procedure must be followed exactly!
Procedures marked with this warning must be followed exactly.
Notices
These notices serve to make your work easier or contain references to

further information.
Tip to make your work easier or reference to further information.

Introduction KUKA.Sim 4.3 – Installation and Licensing

Product description
2 Product description
2.1 Product description
Description
With KUKA.Sim you can simulate your system concepts and program
KUKA robots offline. The product enables easy robot programming, the
generation of KRL robot programs and exact cycle time analyses (from
KSS 8.5).
2.2 Component library
The KUKA.Sim component library is a local database that contains over

1,000 typical layout components (robots, grippers, fences, etc.) for
KUKA.Sim.
The initial transfer and continuous updating of the local KUKA components
(e.g. new robot types) are carried out automatically as soon as the com-
puter is connected to the Internet.
2.3 Intended use and misuse
Use
The KUKA.Sim software is used for creating 3D layouts with KUKA robots
and also for the offline programming of KUKA robots.
Misuse
Any use or application deviating from the intended use is deemed to be

misuse and is not allowed. It will result in the loss of warranty and liability
claims. KUKA is not liable for any damage resulting from such misuse.

Product description KUKA.Sim 4.3 – Installation and Licensing

Installation
3 Installation
3.1 System requirements
Hardware
At least:
• Processor: Intel i5 3xxx processor or equivalent
• Memory: 8 GB
• Hard drive: 3 GB available space
• Graphics card: Intel HD Graphics 4400 (integrated) or equivalent
• Graphics resolution: 1280 x 1024
• Mouse: 3 buttons (left, middle, right)
Recommended:
• Processor: Intel i7 8xxx processor or equivalent
• Memory: 8 GB or more
• Hard drive: 3 GB available space
• Graphics card: Nvidia GPU with at least 4 GB of dedicated memory,
e.g. GeForce GTX 1080 or better
• Graphics resolution: 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) or higher
• Mouse: 3 buttons (left, middle, right)
Software
• 64-bit operating system: Windows 10
Additional
Internet access and an e-mail address are required for activation of the
product. Internet access is also required for downloading the component
library.
Installation in virtual environments or on virtual desktops is not possible.
3.2 Standard installation
Precondition
• Local administrator rights
Procedure
1. Start the setup file KUKA.Sim 4.3.x Setup.exe. The installation win-
dow opens.
2. A license agreement is displayed. In order to be able to install
KUKA.Sim, the agreement must be accepted.
Then click on Install.
3. If the software is being installed on the system for the first time: An-
swer Yes when asked whether you would like to associate the VCM
file extension with this software version.
4. If the software is being installed on the system for the first time: An-
swer Yes when asked whether you would like to associate the VCMX
file extension with this software version.
5. Click on Close to complete the installation.

Installation KUKA.Sim 4.3 – Installation and Licensing
3.3 Standard uninstallation
Precondition

• WorkVisual is closed.
WorkVisual must be closed during the uninstallation of KUKA.Sim. If

not, files may be retained despite uninstallation and a new installation
will be blocked.
Procedure
1. In the Windows Start menu, select Control Panel > Programs > Pro-
grams and Features. The list of installed programs is displayed.
2. Right-click to select the corresponding version of KUKA.Sim. Click on
Uninstall and answer the request for confirmation with Yes.
3. To continue the process, click on Next.
During the uninstallation of a single PC license, the license key for
KUKA.Sim installation is automatically deactivated on the activation
server. After completion of the uninstallation, the license key is then
available for reinstallation on another PC and can be activated there.
4. Activate the check box for “Deactivate the license key” to enable the
transfer of the single PC license to another PC. Then click on Next to
deactivate the license key.
5. Select Finish to complete the uninstallation.
3.4 Installation/uninstallation via the command window
Description
Various modes for installation and uninstallation are available via the com-
mand window. Further information can be found in the setup help. The
procedure for displaying it is described below.
Fig. 3-1: Setup help
Silent mode/license
Starting the installation in Silent mode constitutes unconditional accept-

ance of the license agreement.
If uninstallation is carried out in Silent mode, the license is deactivated.

Installation
Precondition

• The Setup.exe for KUKA.Sim is located in a directory that can be ac-
cessed by the computer. This also apples to uninstallation!
• Only for uninstallation: WorkVisual is closed.
WorkVisual must be closed during the uninstallation of KUKA.Sim. If

not, files may be retained despite uninstallation and a new installation
will be blocked.
Procedure
1. Open the command window.

2. Drag Setup.exe for KUKA.Sim into the command window.
3. Optional:
a. Display setup help with “-h” + ENTER. (Alternatively: “-?” + EN-
TER). There must be a space between the path and the com-
mand.
Fig. 3-2: Example path with call of the setup help
It may take a moment before the help is displayed.

b. Drag Setup.exe into the command window again.
4. Enter the desired action. Confirm with ENTER.
Fig. 3-3: Example path with call of the installation (“passive” by

default)
5. Only for uninstallation: Activate the check box for “Deactivate the li-
cense key” if the single PC license is subsequently to be transferred
to another PC.
Installation: KUKA.Sim is saved under C:\Program Files\KUKA\KUKA.Sim
4.3.
Uninstallation: The files in C:\Program Files\KUKA\KUKA.Sim 4.3 are de-
leted.

Installation KUKA.Sim 4.3 – Installation and Licensing

Licensing
4 Licensing
4.1 License key
The license information for KUKA.Sim can be found on the KUKA deliv-
ery note.
4.2 License types
• Network license:
The license is assigned by a license server. A license server must be
set up which can be accessed across the network by the computer on
which KUKA.Sim is installed.
• Test license:
The license can be requested via the my.KUKA portal and is free of
charge. This license can be used to test KUKA.Sim for a limited peri-
od. A trial license is a single PC license. The test license can be
used, for example, when starting KUKA.Sim for the first time.
4.2.1 Network license
With a network license it is possible to work with KUKA.Sim from several

computers (PCs). As long as a license remains requested by a PC, this li-
cense is allocated to this PC. When KUKA.Sim is closed, the license be-
comes available again and can be accessed by another PC.
A license server is required to manage the network licenses.
Precondition
The license server can be installed on any available network PC with Win-
dows 10. It is recommended that installation is performed with administra-
tor privileges. “Microsoft Management Console” (MMC) should be installed
on the license server. The software can be downloaded from the Microsoft
website.
4.2.1.1 Installing the license server
Description
The following illustrations show the installation procedure for the license
server. Follow the installation instructions.
Procedure
1. Start the installation wizard by clicking on “SetupVcLicenseServer.exe”.

The installation window opens. To continue the installation, click on
Next.

Licensing KUKA.Sim 4.3 – Installation and Licensing
Fig. 4-1: License server: Setup
2. A license agreement is displayed. In order to be able to install the li-

cense server, the agreement must be accepted. Then click on Next.
Fig. 4-2: License server: License agreement
3. Select the directory in which the license server is to be saved. The li-
cense server is installed by default under “C:\Programme\VisualCom-
ponents\VisualComponentsLicenseServer”. If the installation path is
changed, the memory requirement must be checked.
Then click on Next.

Licensing
Fig. 4-3: License server: Installation directory
4. Select or create a folder where the links are to be saved.

Furthermore, by selecting the corresponding check box, determine
whether the links should only be available to the current user or to all
users.
Then click on Next.
Fig. 4-4: License server: Folder for links
5. Click on Next to start the installation.

Fig. 4-5: License server: Start installation
6. Click on Finish to end the installation and close the installation wizard.
Fig. 4-6: License server: Completing installation
4.2.1.2 Settings for the license server
Procedure
1. Start the file “VcLicenseServerManager.exe” in the installation directory

of the license server. The start window of the license server opens.

Licensing
Fig. 4-7: License server: Start window
2. Click on Settings.... The window for the license server settings is

opened.
Fig. 4-8: License server: Settings
3. Make the relevant settings and confirm with OK.

• Server port 5093 is assigned.
• With Commuter limit, it is possible to specify what percentage of
the licenses may be checked out.
4. Click on Add... in the start window. The input box for the license key
is opened.
Fig. 4-9: License server: Adding a license key

5. Enter the license key and confirm with Add.

6. In the start window, select the license and click on Activate. The sta-
tus of the license changes to “Activated”.
If the Stop Local server button is visible at the upper left of the start
page, the license server has been started.
If the Start Local server button is visible at the upper left of the start
page, the license server has not been started.
If licensing is being carried out manually using a license file, this license
file must be loaded with Open license file....
4.2.1.3 Using a network license
Description
The license is located in the network and is managed by a license server.

When KUKA.Sim is executed on a computer, it is no longer available to
other users. After terminating KUKA.Sim, the license can be used on an-
other computer in the network.
Precondition
• License key has been entered on the license server.

(>>> 4.2.1.2 "Settings for the license server" Page 16)
Procedure
1. The window for activating the license opens automatically, provided

KUKA.Sim is not licensed. Click on Next to continue the activation.
2. Select network license as the license type. Then click on Next.
Fig. 4-10: Network license
3. Enter the connection data:

• Name or IP address of the PC or server in the network on which
the license server is installed
• Port number: 5093
4. Click on Finish to complete the licensing.

Information about the details of the license can be found under Info >
Licensing
License.
Fig. 4-11: Information about license details
After successful confirmation of licensing, KUKA.Sim can be used. For the

period of use, the license is blocked and cannot be used by another user.
It must be ensured that the license is active for the license server and
that the user has been enabled for the license server.
An activated license for the product must be available on the license

server in order to allow the user to use KUKA.Sim with a network li-
cense.
4.2.1.4 Temporarily borrowing a network license
Description
The network license can be temporarily loaned to a local computer. The

borrowing period can be freely chosen but must not exceed 90 days.
The network license is no longer available on the network for the borrow-
ing period. For this reason, no connection to the license server is required
for use of the borrowed licenses for the duration of the borrowing period.
When the borrowing period has expired, the network license automatically
becomes available again on the network.
Procedure
1. Select the menu sequence Info > License. The following window ap-
pears:

Fig. 4-12: Information about license details
2. Enter the desired borrowing period (number of days) in the Duration

box.
3. Click on Borrow license from server.
4.2.1.5 Renewing a network license
Procedure
1. Start the file “VcLicenseServerManager.exe” in the installation directory

of the license server. The start window of the license server opens.
2. Select the desired license and click on Renew. The status of the li-
cense changes to “Activated”.
3. Start KUKA.Sim and enter the license key.
The following window appears if there is no Internet connection:
Fig. 4-13: Offline activation of the license file
4. Click on Generate. A file is generated.

5. Save the generated file on a computer with an Internet connection.
6. On the computer with an Internet connection, call the specified website
(https://license.visualcomponents.net/KUKA) and upload the generated
file there.
7. Save the generated license file on the computer with KUKA.Sim.
8. Click on Upload to import the license file into KUKA.Sim.
9. Click on Activate to activate KUKA.Sim.

Licensing
If the Stop Local server button is visible at the upper left of the start
page, the license server has been started.
If the Start Local server button is visible at the upper left of the start
page, the license server has not been started.
If licensing is being carried out manually using a license file, this license
file must be loaded with Open license file....
4.2.1.6 Returning a network license
Description
A borrowed network license can be returned from the local computer to

the license server before it has expired.
Precondition
• The network license has been loaned to the local computer.
Procedure
1. Select the menu sequence Info > License. The following window ap-
pears.
Fig. 4-14: Returning a network license
2. Click on Return license to server.


KUKA.Sim add-ons
5 KUKA.Sim add-ons
5.1 Activation and licensing
Description
In addition to the basic functionality, KUKA.Sim 4.3 offers various add-ons

that can be used to expand the KUKA.Sim software.
Each add-on requires a specific product key for activation, which must be
purchased separately.
Precondition
• The KUKA.Sim 4.3 basic software has already been licensed.

• License key for the add-on is available.
The license information for the respective add-on can be found on
the KUKA delivery note.
Procedure
1. Start KUKA.Sim 4.3.

2. Menu sequence File > Options > Add-ons
3. Click on the Activate button for the desired add-on.
4. Follow the dialog, enter the product key and activate the add-on.
Computer exchange
If a computer is exchanged, the licenses of the add-ons must be deactiva-

ted manually before uninstallation.

KUKA.Sim add-ons KUKA.Sim 4.3 – Installation and Licensing

KUKA Service
6 KUKA Service
6.1 Requesting support
Introduction
This documentation provides information on operation and operator con-

trol, and provides assistance with troubleshooting. For further assistance,
please contact your local KUKA subsidiary.
Information
The following information is required for processing a support re-

quest:
• Description of the problem, including information about the duration
and frequency of the fault
• The greatest possible amount of information about the hardware and
software components of the overall system
The following list gives an indication of the information which is rele-
vant in many cases:
‒ Model and serial number of the kinematic system, e.g. the manip-
ulator
‒ Model and serial number of the controller
‒ Model and serial number of the energy supply system
‒ Designation and version of the system software
‒ Designations and versions of other software components or modifi-
cations
‒ System software diagnosis package
Additionally for KUKA Sunrise: Existing projects including applica-
tions
For versions of KUKA System Software older than V8: Archive of
the software (Diagnosis package is not yet available here.)
‒ Application used
‒ External axes used
6.2 KUKA Customer Support
The contact details of the local subsidiaries can be found at:

www.kuka.com/customer-service-contacts

KUKA Service KUKA.Sim 4.3 – Installation and Licensing

Index N
.NET Framework 3.5...................................... 13 Network license........................................13, 18
Network license, renewing............................. 20
A
Activation P
Add-on....................................................... 23 Port number....................................................17
Add-on............................................................ 23 Product description...........................................7
B R
Borrowing, network license............................ 19 Renewing a network license..........................20
Returning, network license.............................21
C
Commuter license limit...................................17 S
Component library............................................ 7 Safety instructions............................................ 5
Server port......................................................17
Settings, license server.................................. 16
D Support request.............................................. 25
Diagnosis package......................................... 25
T
E Test license.....................................................13
Expansions..................................................... 23
U
I Uninstallation, standard.................................. 10
Installation.........................................................9
Installation, standard........................................ 9
Intended use.....................................................7 W
Introduction....................................................... 5 Warnings........................................................... 5
K
KUKA Customer Support............................... 25
KUKA Service.................................................25
L
License key.....................................................13
License server................................................ 13
License server settings.................................. 16
License server started............................. 18, 21
License types..................................................13
Licenses checked out.....................................17
Licensing.........................................................13
Add-on....................................................... 23
Local network license.....................................18
M
Microsoft Management Console.................... 13
Misuse...............................................................7
MMC............................................................... 13

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Version: KUKA.Sim 4.3 Installation V2

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1.1 Representation of warnings and notes

These warnings contain references to safety-relevant information or gen-

This warning draws attention to procedures which serve to prevent or rem-

Procedures marked with this warning must be followed exactly.

These notices serve to make your work easier or contain references to

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2.1 Product description

2.2 Component library

The KUKA.Sim component library is a local database that contains over

2.3 Intended use and misuse

Any use or application deviating from the intended use is deemed to be

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3.1 System requirements

• 64-bit operating system: Windows 10

3.2 Standard installation

• Local administrator rights

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3.3 Standard uninstallation

• Local administrator rights

WorkVisual must be closed during the uninstallation of KUKA.Sim. If

3.4 Installation/uninstallation via the command window

Fig. 3-1: Setup help

Starting the installation in Silent mode constitutes unconditional accept-

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• Local administrator rights

WorkVisual must be closed during the uninstallation of KUKA.Sim. If

1. Open the command window.

Fig. 3-2: Example path with call of the setup help

It may take a moment before the help is displayed.

Fig. 3-3: Example path with call of the installation (“passive” by

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4.1 License key

4.2 License types

4.2.1 Network license

With a network license it is possible to work with KUKA.Sim from several

4.2.1.1 Installing the license server

1. Start the installation wizard by clicking on “SetupVcLicenseServer.exe”.

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Fig. 4-1: License server: Setup

2. A license agreement is displayed. In order to be able to install the li-

Fig. 4-2: License server: License agreement

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4. Select or create a folder where the links are to be saved.

Fig. 4-4: License server: Folder for links

5. Click on Next to start the installation.

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Fig. 4-5: License server: Start installation

Fig. 4-6: License server: Completing installation