I have a unique setup involving a Compact Logix controller and a ProSoft Profibus DPV1 master card connected to a Profibus DP/PA power block. I need to configure a device at the PA end that requires a Class 2 master. The Prosoft documentation suggests using Siemens PDM software, which I now have, but I am unsure how to integrate it with the Profibus DP network for configuration. Connecting the Siemens PDM platform to the network to configure the instrument is proving challenging. This setup feels like navigating through alphabet soup without a guide. Comparatively, DeviceNet seems simpler in this context.
I'm a bit puzzled, could you please provide clarification? In my experience, DeviceNet is much simpler to use compared to Profibus. Is the ProSoft Profibus DPV1 master card acting as a Master in a PC? Does the compact logix have a slave Profibus card/module built into it? Are you referring to the Profibus DP/PA power block? What exactly is a class 2 master - is it similar to AB FlexIO, where it appears as a slave on the network but is actually a master of its own network? RSnetworx can configure the Scanner to recognize the class 2 master. Is it possible to configure using Siemens PDM software through the master to the DP/PA? Perhaps a simple diagram would help clarify. Typically, the Profibus network is set up through the master, but your setup seems to be quite different. Looking forward to your response.
I have a different perspective on this issue - Devicenet can be more challenging, depending on the platform. A Class 2 master, unlike a Class 1 master found in a PLC, does not have control over slaves. An example of a Class 2 master is an HMI, which can still configure devices. To act as a Class 2 master, you will need a PC profibus interface card. If you have a Siemens Field PG, it likely already includes one. I have limited experience with PDM, but I understand that it can be accessed through the hardware configuration of Step7. One software I have used from Metso Automations includes a user-friendly parameter page for devices. Connecting a laptop to a PB network and using PDM (which requires a GSD) to assign a slave number and establish a connection can be a straightforward process.
Which PA instruments are currently connected to your PA network? Have you purchased PDM for the purpose of configuring them?
Attached is a sketch of the setup. The main concern revolves around connecting the laptop, which contains the PDM, to the network. One solution could be using a Profibus/MPI device that utilizes a serial or USB connection.
Are you using a compactlogix with a Profibus DP master card and either a DP/PA link or DP/PA coupler as a slave? If so, you may encounter issues with the routing feature in PDM unless you have a Siemens S7-400 PLC. In that case, you will need a computer equipped with a Profibus DP card and cable. Connect the computer's DP card directly to the Profibus DP port on the DP/PA coupler. Within PDM on the computer, utilize the autoscan feature to detect the DP/PA coupler and PA device. The default address is set at 126 but can be changed using a utility in PDM. This task may be challenging for those without experience or using Siemens equipment as there are additional steps involved in configuring the system. If you need further assistance, feel free to reach out for more detailed guidance.
It sounds like you're dealing with a hectic spaghetti bowl of interfaces and protocols, I feel for you! While Profibus seems complicated, its flexible architecture does provide a solid foundation when working with digital communications between automatons and controllers. Siemens PDM software, for sure, provides a decent way to configure your device. However, an essential first step is to ensure that you have correctly installed and set up the required GSD (General Station Description) files for your devices into the PDM. Remember, GSD files contain all the specific characteristics and parameters of the device that PDM would need to know. After setting up GSD, integration with your Profibus DP network should be simpler. Keep going, and don't hesitate to ask the community for help!
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Answer: Answer: To configure a Profibus Class 2 Master with Siemens PDM on a Compact Logix Controller, you need to connect the Siemens PDM software to the Profibus DP network. This process may involve specific steps to integrate the software with the network for configuration purposes.
Answer: Answer: The ProSoft documentation suggests using Siemens PDM software for configuring devices that require a Class 2 master. Integrating Siemens PDM with the Profibus DP network is crucial for successful configuration in this setup.
Answer: Answer: Connecting the Siemens PDM platform to the Profibus DP network for configuration purposes can be challenging due to the complexity of the setup and the need for proper integration between the software and the network components. This challenge may require specific troubleshooting steps to ensure successful configuration.
Answer: Answer: The setup of configuring a Profibus network with Siemens PDM may appear
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