Principle
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Introduction
When installing Profibus DP, the physical context of the project into which it will be integrated (rack, supply, processor, modules or devices, etc.) must be defined, and its software must be installed.
Installation of this software is carried out from the various Control Expert editors:
The sequence of installation phases defined below is recommended, though the order of certain phases may be modified (such as starting with the configuration phase).
Installation principle with a processor
The table below shows the different installation phases with a processor.
Phase
Description
Mode
Variable declaration
Declaration of the IODDT-type variables for application-specific modules and the project variables.
Offline (1)
Programming
Project programming.
Offline (1)
Configuration (2)
Module declaration.
Offline
Configuration of the module channels.
Entering the configuration parameters.
Bus configuration declaration using SyCon-PB software and generation of a *.CNF text file.
Association
Associating the IODDTs to the configured modules (variable editor).
Offline (1)
Generation
Project generation (analyzing and editing links).
Offline
Transfer
Transfer project to PLC.
Online
Adjustment/Debug
Debugging the project using the debug screens and animation tables of the SyCon-PB software.
Online
Modification of the program and adjustment parameters.
Documentation
Building the documentation file and printing the different data relating to the project.
Online (1)
Operation/Diagnostics
Displaying the different data needed for running the project.
Online
Project / module diagnostics.
Key
(1)
These different phases may also be performed in the other mode.
(2)
(1) When configuring a Profibus DP installation, SyCon-PB software needs to be used (available on CD-ROM, ref. TLX L FBC10M). This software comprises a library of profiles describing each device that can be connected to Profibus DP. For an update, consult our regional office.