Siemens SIMOTION P320-3, Manual

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Installing/Mounting
5.4 Distributed configuration
SIMOTION P320-3 and Panel Fronts
Manual, 02/2012
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5.4 Distributed configuration
5.4.1 Overview of decentralized structure
The distributed configuration makes it possible to connect SIMOTION panel fronts in
different physical locations to a SIMOTION P320-3. The greater flexibility in terms of location
allows the SIMOTION P320-3 to be positioned in non-critical areas of a plant (e.g. control
cabinet).
The essential characteristics of a Panel PC Remote Kit are as follows:
● Signal transmission between SIMOTION P320-3 and SIMOTION panel front via DVI-D
and USB or USB extender cable
● The distance between the SIMOTION P320-3 and the SIMOTION panel front can be up
to 30 m
● Graphics resolutions: 800 x 600 to 1024 x 768 pixels; color resolution: 16 bits (specific to
the panel front used)
● Interfaces on the remote module:
– DVI-D interface
– USB computer interface (> 5 m) RJ45
– 2 x USB 2.0 for the connection of external USB devices
– USB computer interface (≤ 5 m) USB B
– Interfaces to the SIMOTION panel front:
LVDS interface (picture signals)
I/O USB interface (keys)
USB interface (for connection to front-mounted USB interface)
● External 24 VDC power supply required
Note
Using a distributed configuration with the Panel PC Remote Kit reduces the data rate at the
USB interface on the SIMOTION panel front.
See also
Accessories for the Panel PC Remote Kit (Page 68)