IMPULSE®•G+/VG+ Series 4 Profinet Installation Manual - August 2014
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2. Product Overview
About This Product
The PROFINET SI-EP3 option connects the Series 4 drive to a PROFINET network and facilitates
the exchange of data.
This manual explains the handling, installation, and specifications of this product.
The PROFINET SI-EP3 option is a simple networking solution that reduces the cost and time to wire
and install factory automation devices, while providing interchangeability of like components from
multiple vendors.
By installing the option to a drive, it is possible to do the following from a PROFINET master device:
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operate the drive,
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monitor the operation status of the drive, and/or
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change parameter settings.
SI-EP3 is PROFINET Conformance Class A certified.