Depending on the selected access point, you can go online via different interfaces.
Proceed as follows to select the access point:
1. Open the project.
2. Select the SIMOTION device in the project navigator.
3. Right-click and select Properties... in the context menu.
The Properties - [CPU] window opens.
4. Go to the Device / access point tab. You can select the access point and specify the
addresses.
5. Click OK to close the dialog.
6.4.3.4
Communication via PROFIBUS DP
PROFIBUS is a powerful, open, and robust bus system, which guarantees trouble-free
communication. The system is fully standardized, which enables trouble-free connection of
standardized components from a variety of manufacturers. Configuration, commissioning, and
troubleshooting can be carried out from any side. This results in user-defined communication
relationships that are very versatile, simple to implement, and easy to change.
The high-speed, cyclic exchange of data with field devices (distributed I/O) is carried out via
the PROFIBUS DP protocol. Expansion of the protocol to include isochronous mode also
integrates the drive components into communication via PROFIBUS DP. The individual
components can be connected via the integrated interfaces, connections, interface modules
or communications processors.
Important information on communication with PROFIBUS is contained in the following catalog:
SIMOTION, SINAMICS S120 and Motors for Production Machines, PM 21 Catalog
Configuring/parameterizing
6.4 Configuring devices
SIMOTION SCOUT
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Configuration Manual, 11/2016