S7-1500 Motion Control V13 Update 3
Function Manual, 07/2014, A5E03879256-AC
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Introduction
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Integrated Motion Control Functionality of the CPU S7-1500
S7-1500 Motion Control supports controlled positioning and moving of axes and is an
integral part of every CPU S7-1500 as well as every CPU S7-1500SP. The Motion Control
functionality supports the technology objects rotation axis, positioning axis, synchronous axis
and external encoders.
Drives with PROFIdrive capability and drives with analog setpoint interface are controlled by
means of standardized Motion Control instructions according to PLCopen.
The axis control panel and comprehensive online and diagnostic functions support easy
commissioning and optimization of drives.
S7-1500 Motion Control is constantly integrated into the CPU S7-1500 system diagnostics.