Siemens SIMATIC PROFINET Parts list manual

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SIMATIC
PROFINET
PROFINET with STEP 7 V13
Function Manual
12/2014
A5E03444486-AF
Preface
Documentation guide
1
Description
2
Parameter
assignment/addressing
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Diagnostics
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Functions
5
Service & Support
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Preface
Purpose of the documentation
This function manual provides an overview of the PROFINET communication system with
SIMATIC STEP 7 V13.
STEP 7 V13 is integrated into the powerful graphical Totally Integrated Automation Portal
(TIA Portal), the new integration platform for all automation software tools.
This function manual supports you in planning a PROFINET system. The manual is
structured into the following subject areas:
●PROFINET basics
●PROFINET diagnostics
●PROFINET functions
Basic knowledge required
The following knowledge is required in order to understand the manual:
●General knowledge of automation technology
●Knowledge of the industrial automation system SIMATIC
●Knowledge about the use of Windows-based computers
●Knowledge about how to use STEP 7 (TIA Portal)
Scope
This documentation is the basic documentation for all SIMATIC products from the
PROFINET environment. The product documentation is based on this documentation.
The examples are based on the functionality of the S7-1500 automation system.
Changes compared to previous version
Changes / amendments described in this manual, compared to the previous version
(version 06/2014):
●Addition of the function "Configuration control of PROFINET IO systems" to the
description "Standard machine projects".
●Amendment of description "Connect DP slave via the IE/PB Link to a PROFINET IO
system".
●New description of the function "Configuring PROFIenergy with I-devices".
●New sample program for I-device configuring and programming.

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Conventions
STEP 7:
We refer to "STEP 7" in this documentation as a synonym for the configuration and
programming software "STEP 7 as of V12 (TIA Portal)" and subsequent versions.
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Additional support
You will find information about available technical support in the appendix Service & Support
(Page 226).
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Table of contents
Preface ................................................................................................................................................... 3
1 Documentation guide .............................................................................................................................. 8
2 Description............................................................................................................................................ 11
2.1 Introduction to PROFINET......................................................................................................11
2.1.1 PROFINET terms....................................................................................................................13
2.1.2 Basic terminology of communication ......................................................................................16
2.1.3 PROFINET interface...............................................................................................................19
2.1.4 Implementation of the PROFINET device model in SIMATIC ................................................23
2.2 Setting up PROFINET.............................................................................................................25
2.2.1 Active Network Components ..................................................................................................26
2.2.2 Cabling technology .................................................................................................................28
2.2.3 Wireless design.......................................................................................................................30
2.2.3.1 Basics......................................................................................................................................30
2.2.3.2 Tips on assembly ....................................................................................................................32
2.2.4 Network security .....................................................................................................................34
2.2.4.1 Basics......................................................................................................................................34
2.2.4.2 Network components and software ........................................................................................36
2.2.4.3 Application example................................................................................................................37
3 Parameter assignment/addressing ........................................................................................................ 39
3.1 Assigning an IO device to an IO controller .............................................................................41
3.2 Device name and IP address..................................................................................................43
3.2.1 Device name ...........................................................................................................................44
3.2.2 IP address...............................................................................................................................45
3.2.3 Assigning a device name and IP address...............................................................................48
3.2.4 Permitting changes to the device name and IP address directly on the device .....................53
3.3 Configuring topology ...............................................................................................................55
3.3.1 Topology view in STEP 7........................................................................................................59
3.3.2 Interconnecting ports in the topology view..............................................................................61
3.3.3 Interconnecting ports - Inspector window ...............................................................................62
3.3.4 Automatic assignment of devices by offline/online comparison .............................................63
3.3.5 Apply the devices identified online in the project....................................................................64
4 Diagnostics ........................................................................................................................................... 65
4.1 Diagnostics mechanisms of PROFINET IO ............................................................................65
4.1.1 Diagnostics levels in PROFINET IO .......................................................................................67
4.1.2 I&M data (identification and maintenance) .............................................................................69
4.2 Diagnostics using status LEDs ...............................................................................................70
4.3 Diagnostics via the display of the S7-1500 CPUs ..................................................................71
4.4 Diagnostics via Web server ....................................................................................................75
4.5 Diagnostics in STEP 7 ............................................................................................................79

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4.6 Extended maintenance concept............................................................................................. 82
4.7 Diagnostics of the network topology ...................................................................................... 84
4.8 Diagnostics in the user program ............................................................................................ 85
4.8.1 Diagnostics and configuration data records........................................................................... 85
4.8.2 Evaluate diagnostics in the user program.............................................................................. 87
5 Functions.............................................................................................................................................. 89
5.1 Connecting other bus systems............................................................................................... 90
5.1.1 Connecting other bus systems............................................................................................... 90
5.1.2 Linking PROFINET and PROFIBUS ...................................................................................... 91
5.1.3 Connect the DP slave via the IE/PB Link to a PROFINET IO system................................... 93
5.2 Intelligent IO devices (I-devices)............................................................................................ 95
5.2.1 I-device functionality .............................................................................................................. 95
5.2.2 Properties and Advantages of the I-Device ........................................................................... 96
5.2.3 Characteristics of an I-Device................................................................................................ 97
5.2.4 Data Exchange between higher- and lower-level IO system............................................... 101
5.2.5 Configuring the I-device ....................................................................................................... 103
5.2.6 Program examples ............................................................................................................... 106
5.2.7 Diagnostics and interrupt characteristics ............................................................................. 110
5.2.8 Rules for the Topology of a PROFINET IO System with I-Device....................................... 113
5.2.9 Boundary conditions when using I-devices.......................................................................... 116
5.2.10 Configuring PROFIenergy with I-devices............................................................................. 117
5.3 Shared device ...................................................................................................................... 119
5.3.1 Useful information on shared devices.................................................................................. 119
5.3.2 Configuring a shared device (GSD configuration) ............................................................... 123
5.3.3 Configuring an I-device as a shared device......................................................................... 127
5.3.4 Module-internal shared input/shared output (MSI/MSO) ..................................................... 137
5.4 Media redundancy (ring topologies) .................................................................................... 145
5.4.1 Media Redundancy Protocol (MRP) .................................................................................... 147
5.4.2 Configuring media redundancy ............................................................................................ 150
5.5 Real-time communication .................................................................................................... 153
5.5.1 Introduction .......................................................................................................................... 153
5.5.2 RT ........................................................................................................................................ 154
5.5.3 IRT ....................................................................................................................................... 155
5.5.4 Comparison of RT and IRT .................................................................................................. 158
5.5.5 Configuring PROFINET IO with IRT .................................................................................... 158
5.5.6 Setup recommendations for optimizing PROFINET ............................................................ 162
5.6 Isochronous mode ............................................................................................................... 164
5.6.1 What is isochronous mode?................................................................................................. 164
5.6.2 Use of isochronous mode .................................................................................................... 165
5.6.3 Isochronous applications ..................................................................................................... 166
5.6.4 Time sequence of synchronization ...................................................................................... 167
5.6.5 Basics of Programming........................................................................................................ 168
5.6.6 Program processing according to the IPO model with application cycle = 1....................... 169
5.6.7 Program execution according to the IPO model with application cycle > 1......................... 170
5.6.8 Configuring isochronous mode ............................................................................................ 171
5.6.9 Setting the application cycle and delay time........................................................................ 174

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5.7 Device replacement without exchangeable medium ............................................................176
5.7.1 Device replacement without exchangeable medium/PG function ........................................177
5.7.2 Replacing an IO device without exchangeable medium.......................................................179
5.7.3 Permit overwriting of PROFINET device name ....................................................................180
5.8 Standard machine projects ...................................................................................................182
5.8.1 Multiple use IO systems........................................................................................................184
5.8.1.1 What you should know about multiple use IO systems ........................................................184
5.8.1.2 Configuring multiple use IO systems ....................................................................................188
5.8.1.3 Adapt multiple use IO systems locally ..................................................................................190
5.8.2 Configuration control for IO systems ....................................................................................193
5.8.2.1 Information about configuration control of IO systems .........................................................193
5.8.2.2 Configuring IO devices as optional .......................................................................................197
5.8.2.3 Enabling optional IO devices in the program........................................................................198
5.8.2.4 Configuring flexible order of IO devices................................................................................205
5.8.2.5 Customizing arrangement of IO devices in the program ......................................................207
5.8.2.6 System behavior and rules ...................................................................................................210
5.9 Saving energy with PROFIenergy ........................................................................................212
5.10 Docking systems...................................................................................................................214
5.10.1 Configuring docking systems................................................................................................217
5.11 Accelerating startup ..............................................................................................................219
5.11.1 Options for accelerating the startup of IO devices................................................................219
5.11.2 Prioritized startup ..................................................................................................................220
5.11.3 Configuring prioritized startup...............................................................................................222
5.11.4 Optimizing port settings for accelerated startup ...................................................................223
5.11.5 Optimizing the cabling for accelerated startup .....................................................................224
5.11.6 Optimizing the user program for accelerated startup ...........................................................225
A Service & Support ............................................................................................................................... 226
Glossary ............................................................................................................................................. 229
Index................................................................................................................................................... 242

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Documentation guide
1
The documentation for the SIMATIC S7-1500 automation system and the SIMATIC
ET 200MP, ET 200SP and ET 200AL distributed I/O systems is divided into three areas.
This division allows you easier access to the specific information you require.
Basic information
System manuals and Getting Started describe in detail the configuration, installation, wiring
and commissioning of the SIMATIC S7-1500, ET 200MP, ET 200SP and ET 200AL systems.
The STEP 7 online help supports you in the configuration and programming.
Device information
Product manuals contain a compact description of the module-specific information, such as
properties, terminal diagrams, characteristics and technical specifications.
General information
The function manuals contain detailed descriptions on general topics such as diagnostics,
communication, Motion Control, Web server.
You can download the documentation free of charge from the Internet
(http://w3.siemens.com/mcms/industrial-automation-systems-simatic/en/manual-
overview/Pages/Default.aspx).
Changes and additions to the manuals are documented in product information sheets.

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Manual Collections
The Manual Collections contain the complete documentation of the systems put together in
one file.
You will find the Manual Collections on the Internet:
●S7-1500/ET 200MP (http://support.automation.siemens.com/WW/view/en/86140384)
●ET 200SP (http://support.automation.siemens.com/WW/view/en/84133942)
●ET 200AL (http://support.automation.siemens.com/WW/view/en/95242965)
My Documentation Manager
The My Documentation Manager is used to combine entire manuals or only parts of these to
your own manual.
You can export the manual as PDF file or in a format that can be edited later.
You can find the My Documentation Manager on the Internet
(http://support.automation.siemens.com/WW/view/en/38715968).
Applications & Tools
Applications & Tools supports you with various tools and examples for solving your
automation tasks. Solutions are shown in interplay with multiple components in the system -
separated from the focus in individual products.
You can find Applications & Tools on the Internet
(http://support.automation.siemens.com/WW/view/en/20208582).
CAx Download Manager
The CAx Download Manager is used to access the current product data for your CAx or CAe
systems.
You configure your own download package with a few clicks.
In doing so you can select:
●Product images, 2D dimension drawings, 3D models, internal circuit diagrams, EPLAN
macro files
●Manuals, characteristics, operating manuals, certificates
●Product master data
You can find the CAx Download Manager on the Internet
(http://support.automation.siemens.com/WW/view/en/42455541).

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TIA Selection Tool
With the TIA Selection Tool, you can select, configure and order devices for Totally
Integrated Automation (TIA).
This tool is the successor of the SIMATIC Selection Tool and combines the known
configurators for automation technology into one tool.
With the TIA Selection Tool, you can generate a complete order list from your product
selection or product configuration.
You can find the TIA Selection Tool on the Internet
(http://w3.siemens.com/mcms/topics/en/simatic/tia-selection-tool).

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Description
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2.1
Introduction to PROFINET
What is PROFINET IO?
Within the framework of Totally Integrated Automation (TIA), PROFINET IO is the logical
further development of:
●PROFIBUS DP, the established fieldbus and
●Industrial Ethernet
PROFINET IO is based on 20 years of experience with the successful PROFIBUS DP and
combines the normal user operations with the simultaneous use of innovative concepts of
Ethernet technology. This ensures the integration of PROFIBUS DP into the PROFINET
world.
PROFINET IO as the Ethernet-based automation standard of PROFIBUS/PROFINET
International defines a cross-vendor communication, automation, and engineering model.
Objectives of PROFINET
The objectives of PROFINET:
●Industrial networking, based on Industrial Ethernet (open Ethernet standard)
●Compatibility of Industrial Ethernet and standard Ethernet components
●High robustness due to Industrial Ethernet devices. Industrial Ethernet devices are suited
to the industrial environment (temperature, noise immunity, etc.).
●Use of IT standards such as TCP/IP, http.
●Real-time capability
●Seamless integration of other fieldbus systems

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Implementation of PROFINET in SIMATIC
PROFINET is implemented in SIMATIC as follows:
●We have implemented communication between field devices in SIMATIC with
PROFINET IO
.
●Installation technology and network components are available as SIMATIC NET products.
●Ethernet standard protocol and procedures (e.g., SNMP = Simple Network Management
Protocol for network parameter assignment and diagnostics) are used for remote
maintenance and network diagnostics.
Figure 2-1 PROFINET overview configuration

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STEP 7
The STEP 7 engineering tool supports you in setting up and configuring an automation
solution. STEP 7 provides a uniform application view over all bus systems.
Documentation from PROFIBUS & PROFINET International on the Internet
You will find numerous documents on the topic of PROFINET at the Internet address
(http://www.profibus.com) of the "PROFIBUS & PROFINET International" PROFIBUS user
organization, which is also responsible for PROFINET.
Additional information can be found on the Internet (http://www.siemens.com/profinet).
2.1.1
PROFINET terms
Definition: Devices in the PROFINET environment
In the PROFINET environment, "device" is the generic term for:
●Automation systems (PLC, PC, for example)
●Distributed I/O systems
●Field devices (for example, hydraulic devices, pneumatic devices)
●Active network components (for example, switches, routers)
●Gateways to PROFIBUS, AS interface or other fieldbus systems

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PROFINET IO devices
The following graphic shows the general names used for the most important devices in
PROFINET. In the table below the graphic you can find the names of the individual
components in the PROFINET IO context.
Number
PROFINET
Explanation
①
PROFINET IO System
②
IO controller Device used to address the connected IO devices.
This means that: The IO controller exchanges input and
output signals with field devices.
③
Programming device / PC
(PROFINET IO supervisor)
PG/PC/HMI device used for commissioning and for
diagnostics
④
PROFINET/Industrial Ethernet
Network infrastructure
⑤
HMI (Human Machine Interface)
Device for operating and monitoring functions.
⑥
IO device A distributed field device that is assigned to one of the IO
controllers (e.g., Distributed IO, valve terminals, frequency
converters, switches with integrated PROFINET IO
functionality)
⑦
I-device
Intelligent IO device
Figure 2-2 PROFINET devices

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IO communication via PROFINET IO
The inputs and outputs of distributed I/O devices are read and written by means of
PROFINET IO using what is referred to as IO communication. The following figure provides
an overview of IO communication by means of PROFINET IO.
A IO controller - IO controller communication via PN/PN coupler
B IO controller - I-device communication
C IO controller - IO-device communication
Figure 2-3 IO communication via PROFINET IO

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IO communication via PROFINET IO
Table 2- 1 IO communication via PROFINET IO
Communication between ...
Explanation
IO controllers and IO devices The IO controller sends data cyclically to the IO devices of its PROFINET IO system and
receives data from these devices.
IO controller and I-device A fixed quantity of data is transferred cyclically between the user programs in CPUs of IO
controllers and I-devices.
The IO controller does not access the I/O module of the I-device, but instead accesses
configured address ranges, i.e. transfer ranges, which may be located inside our outside
the process image of the CPU of the I-device. If parts of the process image are used as
transfer ranges, it is not permitted to use these for real I/O modules.
Data transfer takes place using load- and transfer operations via the process image or via
direct access.
IO controller and IO controller A fixed quantity of data is cyclically transferred between the user programs in CPUs of IO
controllers. A PN/PN coupler is required as additional hardware.
The IO controllers mutually access configured address ranges, i.e. transfer ranges, which
may be located inside or outside the process image of the CPU. If parts of the process
image are used as transfer ranges, it is not permitted to use these for real I/O modules.
Data transfer takes place using load- and transfer operations via the process image or via
direct access.
See also
Network security (Page 34)
Functions (Page 89)
Communication (http://support.automation.siemens.com/WW/view/en/59192925)
2.1.2
Basic terminology of communication
PROFINET communication
PROFINET communication takes place via Industrial Ethernet. The following transmission
types are supported:
●Acyclic transmission of engineering and diagnostics data and interrupts
●Cyclic transmission of user data
The PROFINET-IO communication takes place in real-time.
For additional information on the real-time communication, refer to chapter Real-time
communication (Page 153).

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Transparent data access
Access to process data from different levels of the factory is supported by PROFINET
communication. By using Industrial Ethernet, standard mechanisms of communication and
information technology such as OPC/XML can now be used along with standard protocols
such as UDP/TCP/IP and HTTP in automation engineering. This allows transparent access
from company management level directly to the data from the automation systems at the
control level and production level.
①
Management level
②
Control level
③
Production level
Figure 2-4 Access to process data

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Update time
The update time is a time interval. IO controller and IO device/I-device exchange IO data
cyclically in the IO system within this time interval. The update time can be configured
separately for each IO device and determines the interval at which output data is sent from
the IO controller to the IO device (output module/submodule) as well as input data from the
IO device to the IO controller (input module/submodule).
STEP 7 calculates the update time automatically in the default setting for each IO device of
the PROFINET IO system, taking into account the volume of data to be exchanged as well
as the set send clock.
For additional information on the update time, refer to section Real-time communication
(Page 153).
Watchdog time
The watchdog time is the time interval that an IO controller or IO device permits, without
receiving IO data. If the IO device is not supplied by the IO controller with data within the
watchdog time, the device detects the missing frames and outputs substitute values. This is
reported in the IO controller as a station failure.
In STEP 7, the watchdog time is made up from an integral multiple of the update time and
can be set by the user.
Send clock
The period of time between two consecutive communication cycles. The send clock is the
shortest possible interval in data exchange.
Relationship between the update time and send clock
The calculated update times are reduction ratios (1, 2, 4, 8, ..., 512) of the send clock. The
minimum possible update time thus depends on the minimum send clock of the IO controller
that can be set and the efficiency of the IO controller and IO device. Depending on the send
clock, it can be that only some of the reduction ratios are available (STEP 7 guarantees this
through a pre-selection).
The following tables illustrate the dependency of the update time that can be set on the send
clock, using an example of the CPU 1516-3 PN/DP. The update times satisfy the
requirements of the PROFINET standard IEC 61158.
Table 2- 2 With real-time communication the following applies:
Send clock
Update time
Reduction ratios
250 μs 250 μs to 128 ms 1,2, ..., 512
500 μs 500 μs to 256 ms 1,2, ..., 512
1 ms 1 ms to 512 ms 1,2, ..., 512
2 ms 2 ms to 512 ms 1,2, ..., 256
4 ms 4 ms to 512 ms 1,2, ..., 128

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Additional information
For information on real-time communication, refer to the section Real-Time Communication
(RT) (Page 154).
2.1.3
PROFINET interface
Overview
PROFINET devices of the SIMATIC product family have one or more PROFINET interfaces
(Ethernet controller/interface). The PROFINET interfaces have one or more ports (physical
connection options).
In the case of PROFINET interfaces with multiple ports, the devices have an integrated
switch.
PROFINET devices with two ports on one interface allow you to configure the system in line
or ring topology. PROFINET devices with three and more ports on one interface are also
ideal for setting up tree topologies.
Properties and rules for naming the PROFINET interface and its representation in STEP 7
are explained in the following.
Properties
Every PROFINET device on the network is uniquely identified via its PROFINET interface.
For this purpose, each PROFINET interface has:
●A MAC address (factory default)
●An IP address
●A PROFINET device name

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Identification and numbering of the interfaces and ports
Interfaces and ports for all modules and devices in the PROFINET system are identified with
the following characters:
Table 2- 3 Identification for interfaces and ports of PROFINET devices
Element
Symbol
Interface number
Interface X In ascending order starting from number 1
Port P In ascending order starting from number 1
(for each interface)
Ring port R
Examples of identification
Three examples illustrate the rules for identifying PROFINET interfaces:
Table 2- 4 Examples for identifying PROFINET interfaces
Sample labeling
Interface number
Port number
X2 P1 2 1
X1 P2 1 2
X1 P1 R 1 1 (ring port)
Representation of PROFINET Interfaces in the Topology Overview in STEP 7
You can find the PROFINET interface in the topology overview in STEP 7. The PROFINET
interface for an IO controller and an IO device is represented as follows in STEP 7:
Number
Description
①
PROFINET interface of an IO controller in STEP 7
②
PROFINET interface of an IO device in STEP 7
③
These lines represent the PROFINET interface.
④
These lines represent the "ports" of a PROFINET interface.
Figure 2-5 Representation of the PROFINET interfaces in STEP 7