Siemens SIMATIC Field PG P4, Manual

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Preface
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SIMATIC Field PG P4 Manual
A5E00180080-04
Structure of the Manual
Chapters 1 to 5 of the manual contain the most important instructions for
commissioning and using the Field PG P4. Chapters 6 to 8 are reference sections
required in special situations.
Important Notes
This chapter contains information on security, certificates, guidelines and
approbations.
Familiarizing Yourself
Before you initially start using the Field PG P4, you should inform yourself about its
components and their functions in Chapter 2.
Configuration and Operation
Before you start to use your programming device, you should read about the
components and functions of the SIMATIC Field PG P4 in Chapter 3.
Installation
Chapter 4 describes the basic steps necessary for commissioning the Field PG P4.
This chapter also contains instructions for working with submodules and memory
cards for programmable logic controllers and additional interfaces.
Expansion
Chapter 4 describes how to expand your SIMATIC Field PG P4 (for example,
installation of memory expansions). Please observe the safety instructions in this
section.
Configuration
Modifications made to the system hardware may make it necessary for you to
adapt the original hardware configuration. This is described in Chapter 5.
Error/fault diagnostics
Chapter 6 explains how to deal with simple faults and problems that you can
diagnose and, in some cases, eliminate yourself.
Reference data
Chapter 7 contains information about hardware addresses, interrupt assignments,
and connecting cables.
Reinstalling the Software
If it does happen that you need to reinstall the software you can find the
procedures in Chapter 8.
ESD guidelines
The guidelines on the handling of electrostatic-sensitive devices are particularly
important for service and maintenance technicians who are installing expansion
units or carrying out error analysis with the SIMATIC Field PG P4.