5.2.2
Product variants
Interfaces
Module
Function
Example for
CPX-AP-I-PN-M12
The interface between the automation system CPX-AP and the network per-
forms the following functions:
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Connection of the automation system CPX-AP to the network
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Data transfer between the automation system CPX-AP and the higher-
order controller
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Transmission of control signals to the connected modules
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Monitoring the functionality of the connected modules
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Access to system parameters (read/write), input/output signals and dia-
gnostic data (depending on the interface)
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Controller of the automation system CPX-AP
Tab. 3 Interfaces
Input/output modules
Module
Function
Example for
CPX-AP-I-8DI-M8-3P
The input/output modules include various module types:
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Digital input/output modules can be used, for example, to query sensor
signals or to control actuators.
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In an automation system CPX-AP, an analogue input module acquires ana-
logue input signals.
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In an automation system CPX-AP, a IO-Linkmaster provides several IO-Link
Ports for the connection of IO-Link Devices.
Tab. 4 Input/output modules
Product overview
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