Softing PROFIBUS Tester 5 User manual

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User Manual
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PROFIBUS Tester 5 (BC-700-PB)

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Table of Contents
Table of Contents
Chapter 1 .......................................................................................... 7
Introduction
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1.1 About the PROFIBUS Tester 5 (BC-700-PB)
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1.2 About this document
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Purpose1.2.1
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Target group1.2.2
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Conventions used1.2.3
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Document history1.2.4
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1.3 Delivery scope
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1.4 Optional accessories
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D-sub adapter cable for testing live systems1.4.1
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Adapter Set for M12 Connection Technology1.4.2
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Fieldbus Shield Digital Leakage Current Clamp1.4.3
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Adapter for testing PROFIBUS PA networks1.4.4
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Spare battery1.4.5
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Service interfaces for PROFIBUS DP1.4.6
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Connection Type D-sub
1.4.6.1
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Connection Type M12
1.4.6.2
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1.5 System requirements
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1.6 Connectors and controls
Chapter 2 .......................................................................................... 15
Power up and down the device
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2.1 Power-up
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2.2 Power-on behaviour without USB connection
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2.3 Power-on behaviour when USB connected
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2.4 Power-off and sleep mode
Chapter 3 .......................................................................................... 18
Connection to PROFIBUS-DP
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3.1 Basics
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Note when testing a live bus3.1.1
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Connection types3.1.2
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Adapter cable3.1.3
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Strain relief3.1.4
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Using the security lock port3.1.5
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Test Locations3.1.6

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3.2 Simple connection for tests during system shutdown
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3.3 Connection for testing a live bus (DP)
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Connection via D-sub connector with service socket3.3.1
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Direct cable connection3.3.2
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Connection Type M123.3.3
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3.4 Master simulator, topology scan and cable test
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3.5 Connecting to PROFIBUS PA networks
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Requirements for analyzing a live bus3.5.1
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PA adapter BC-700-H1 – before you start3.5.2
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Connecting PA-adapter to test device3.5.3
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Bus connection3.5.4
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Test Locations3.5.5
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Analyzing during shutdown3.5.6
Chapter 4 .......................................................................................... 29
Display and control in stand-alone mode
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4.1 Start display
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4.2 User interface
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4.3 Operating functions and softkeys
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4.4 Device status
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4.5 Menu functions
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4.6 Organize and store test results
Chapter 5 .......................................................................................... 38
Data import into the PC
Chapter 6 .......................................................................................... 39
Device management
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6.1 Licenses
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Which license is activated?6.1.1
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How to activate a license6.1.2
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6.2 Firmware update
Chapter 7 .......................................................................................... 41
Maintenance and Servicing
Chapter 8 .......................................................................................... 42
Troubleshooting
Chapter 9 .......................................................................................... 44
Tips and tricks for cable testing
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9.1 Assessment criteria
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9.2 Cable test - fault indications and remedial measures
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9.3 Metering the cable segment length correctly
Chapter 10 .......................................................................................... 49
Quality index compatibility between BC-600-PB and BC-700-PB
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10.1 What does the quality index indicate and how is the index determined?
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10.2 Why might the BC-700-PB display different quality indexes?

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Chapter 11 .......................................................................................... 50
Notes on external trigger input and output
Chapter 12 .......................................................................................... 51
Notes on battery use
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12.1 General hints and warnings on rechargeable battery use
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12.2 Charge battery
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12.3 Replace battery
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12.4 Discharge battery
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12.5 Storage and transportation
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12.6 Battery lifetime
...................................................................................................................... 54
12.7 Battery warranty
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12.8 Lithium backup battery
Chapter 13 .......................................................................................... 55
Technical Data
Chapter 14 .......................................................................................... 56
Declarations by the manufacturer
Index ................................................................................................................ 57

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Chapter 1 - Introduction
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1Introduction
1.1 About the PROFIBUS Tester 5 (BC-700-PB)
The PROFIBUS Tester 5 (BC-700-PB) is a powerful tool that allows full testing of the bus physics and bus
communication on PROFIBUS DP and PROFIBUS PA segments (option). Using the integrated master
simulator, you can also test the bus physics if the PLC is currently not in operation. In addition you can
check individually check "suspicious" bus stations. The cable test function examines the cabling in
PROFIBUS DP segments. It locates unwanted reflections on the line and verifies proper termination of
cable segments. The tool is powered either by its built-in battery or through an external AC adapter.
The PROFIBUS Tester 5 (BC-700-PB)s the first battery-powered tester, which combines the assessment
of bus physics and bus communication as well as cable testing in one device. It is therefore the only and
truly mobile PROFIBUS diagnostic tool.
1.2 About this document
Read this manual before starting
For damages due to improper connection, implementation or operation Softing refuses any
liability according to our existing guarantee obligations.
CAUTION
Refer also to the safety precautions for battery and battery pack in Section Notes on
battery use .
1.2.1 Purpose
This document describes the BC-700-PB. It provides information about putting into service and also
provides detailed information regarding its safe and correct operation.
1.2.2 Target group
This document is addressed to operating staff which is adept in operating PROFIBUS-systems such as:
Maintenance personnel
Commissioniers
Application engineers and developpers
Trainers
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1.2.3 Conventions used
The following conventions are used throughout Softing customer documentation:
Keys, buttons, menu items, commands and
other elements involving user interaction are
set in bold font and menu sequences are
separated by an arrow
Open Start Control Panel
Programs
Buttons from the user interface are enclosed in
brackets and set to bold typeface
Press [Start] to start the application
Coding samples, file extracts and screen output
is set in Courier font type
MaxDlsapAddressSupported=23
Filenames and directories are written in italic
Device description files are located in C:
\<productname>\delivery\software
\Device Description files
CAUTION
CAUTION indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in
minor or moderate injury.
Note
This symbol is used to call attention to notable information that should be followed during
installation, use, or servicing of this device.
Hint
This symbol is used when providing you with helpful user hints.

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1.2.4 Document history
Document version
Modifications compared to previous version
Version 1.00
none - initial publication
Version 1.01
Editorial modifications following internal review
Order numbers for optional accessories added
New device status icons added
New cable test note added
Version 1.10
Revised and enhanced PA-specific topics
Internal battery is installed upon delivery - new section "Replace battery"
inserted.
Added a recommendation with respect to cable shield
Added reference about Softing License Manager
Version 1.11
New optional accessory
Modified battery descriptions
Document structure optimized
Version 1.20
Note regarding providing device serial number when ordering the PA-H1-
Adapter and activating the license
New section describing how to work with the PA-Adapter BC-700-H1
Version 1.30
New test function Locate Stations
New oscilloscope functionality in stand-alone mode with result display
and without need to use PROFIBUS Diagnostics Suite (requires additional
license, refer to Licenses )
Segments, locations and networks can be created in the PROFIBUS
Diagnostics Suite and then be downloaded to the BC-700-PB (refer also to
the PROFIBUS Diagnostics Suite online help for more information)
1.3 Delivery scope
The BC-700-PB carrying case contains:
Test tool with RS485 interface
Rechargeable battery pack (internal battery)
Wide-range power supply with European and US mains power cables
RS485 D-sub adapter cable BC-600-PB-CB-DSUB-2 “Standard” (cable petrol blue, light connector) for
PROFIBUS DP
USB cable, 2 m
Terminal block for trigger input/output
CD-ROM with driver software, PC software and detailed integrated help system in English and
German
Documentation for BC-700-PB and for the PROFIBUS Diagnostics Suite PC software
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Figure 1: BC-700-PB in carrying case
The carrying case comprises cut-outs for optional accessories (leakage current clamp, adapter for
testing PROFIBUS PA networks, spare rechargeable battery)
1.4 Optional accessories
1.4.1 D-sub adapter cable for testing live systems
This D-sub adapter cable is optimized for reduced influence on live PROFIBUS DP segment operation.
Thereby it is most suitable for testing of running plants. The risk of critical influences on bus operation
which can cause a plant standstill is significantly reduced.
Note
Using this cable it is not possible to use both active functions master simulator and topology
detection (see Master simulator and topology scan ).
Figure 2: D-sub adapter cable with reduced influence on bus operation
Softing Order No.: BC-600-PB-CB-DSUB-1
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1.4.2 Adapter Set for M12 Connection Technology
Using the M12 adapter set, you can connect the PROFIBUS Tester 5 to field devices with M12
connectors. The set comprises an M12 adapter cable with special pin layout and an M12 terminating
resistor that you can screw on, if required.
Figure 3: Special adapter set for M12
Softing Order No.: BC-600-PB-CB-M12
1.4.3 Fieldbus Shield Digital Leakage Current Clamp
When routing PROFIBUS cables in high-interference environments, electromagnetic interference can
affect the signal quality. By measuring the shield currents with the digital leakage current clamp, you
can locate EMC problem areas and take appropriate countermeasures. The digital leakage current
clamp is supplied in a handy case, including measuring cables. There is also an empty compartment for
the fieldbus shield digital leakage current clamp in the carrying case of the PROFIBUS Tester 5 (BC-700-
PB).
Figure 4: Fieldbus shield digital leakage current clamp
Softing Order No.: PB-LSZ-CHB3
1.4.4 Adapter for testing PROFIBUS PA networks
The optional plug-in adapter (including test equipment set) for PROFIBUS PA networks enables the BC-
700-PB to analyze electrical signal quality and data communication in PROFIBUS PA installations. The
BC-700-PB in conjunction with the adapter BC-700-H1 is the proper test tool for identifying basic
installation errors and defective PROFIBUS PA stations.
License for PA option
If you want to use the PA-Adapter BC-700-H1 with your BC-700-PB you need a
corresponding license (upgrade). This license is related to the serial number of your device.
When ordering the PA option we kindly ask you to provide us with the serial number of
your BC-700-PB (see also Licenses) .
Before using the PA adapter
Before using the PA adapter for the first time read carefully section PA-Adapter BC-700-H1
– before you start . Activate the PA license on your device and preform the required
updates.
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Note
Note the PROFIBUS PA-specific notes in sections Connecting to PROFIBUS PA-networks ,
Display and controls in stand-alone mode and Licenses .
Figure 5: BC-700-H1 adapter
Figure 6: Supplied test equipment set for connecting to PROFIBUS PA segments
Softing order number: DDL-NL-006010 (adapter, license and test equipment)
1.4.5 Spare battery
Intensive use of BC-700-PB during the work day may exhaust the rechargeable battery faster than
expected. In addition charging and discharging will typically wear out the battery pack over the time
(refer to Notes on battery use ). BC-700-PB has an internal energy management. If the measures for
energy saving are not sufficient or are perceived as a disturbance it is recommended operating on the
device in conjunction with an external power supply. Alternatively the user may use a spare
rechargeable battery.
Figure 7: Rechargeable battery pack, Softing Order No.: ABA-NN-006012
1.4.6 Service interfaces for PROFIBUS DP
1.4.6.1 Connection Type D-sub
The D-sub service interface provides a PROFIBUS access point for testing if the existing D-sub
connectors have no service socket or if the bus stations are connected via a terminal block. The service
interface can power the terminating resistor of the D-sub connector. You can thus use it as an active
bus termination at the beginning or end of the bus.
If the PLC allows dropping and adding bus stations on the live bus, you will need this external bus
termination to be able to exchange the first and last bus stations without causing problems on the bus.
The compact unit is rail mounted like a terminal block and powered by an external 24 VDC power
supply. The package includes an 90° angled PROFIBUS connector with a switchable terminating resistor.
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Figure 8: D-sub service interface for testing a live bus, Softing Order No.:BC-PBMB-PB-S
1.4.6.2 Connection Type M12
The M12 service interface comprises an IP68 rated T piece, an end cap for the service output of the T
piece, and a 1m PROFIBUS DP cable fitted with a male/female M12 connector on each end.
Figure 9: M12 service interface, Softing order No.: BC-M12DP-PB
1.5 System requirements
Hardware
PC
USB 2.0 Port
operating system
Windows 7, Windows 8, Windows 8.1 and Windows 10 (each in 32 bit and 64 bit version)
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1.6 Connectors and controls
Figure 10: Connectors, buttons and status displays on the BC-700-PB

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2Power up and down the device
Install PROFIBUS Diagnostics Suite before connecting to a PC
Before connecting the BC-700-PB for the first time with a PC make sure the latest PROFIBUS
Diagnostics Suite and the required drivers are installed on your PC. For detailed installation
instructions refer to the Quick Startup Guide supplied with your PROFIBUS Diagnostics Suite
CD-ROM.
Always connect device directly to an USB port
Use the included USB cable to connect the tool to a PC or notebook. When you use external
USB hubs, notebook docking stations or USB 3.0 ports for connection, problems may occur.
2.1 Power-up
1. Acclimate to room temperature
Before being connected to the AC mains power, the PROFIBUS Tester and the AC adapter must be
acclimated to room temperature to avoid condensation. This may take up to 60 minutes.
2. Power-up
Make sure that you have either connected it to a power supply, or that you have inserted the
battery. Then switch on the tool by pressing the power key at the upper front edge. The display
lights up and self-test starts.
3. Check battery charge level
The display shows the battery charge level indicator ( , , ). If the charge level is too low,
recharge the battery as described in Charge battery .
Hint
We recommend operating the device solely using the wide-range power supply supplied or
using the integrated battery to avoid equalizing currents which can falsify the test results.
The tool is powered by a built-in three cells lithium ion accumulator with 11.1 VDC. Alternatively the
tool can be powered by 24 VDC through the external wide-range power supply.
2.2 Power-on behaviour without USB connection
If not connected to an USB port, the BC-700-PB starts up in stand-alone mode (see Display and controls
in stand-alone mode ) and is immediately ready for testing. During program start-up the splash
screen is shown for a few seconds and displays "USB NOT CONNECTED":
Figure 11: Splash screen – starting without USB connection
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2.3 Power-on behaviour when USB connected
Install drivers before connecting to USB
Install the PC software "PROFIBUS Diagnostics Suite" and the corresponding drivers before
connecting for the first time to a PC or to a notebook. You will find software and drivers on
the PROFIBUS Diagnostics Suite CD-ROM.
The internal battery of BC-700-PB is NOT charged when being connected to a USB port.
On successful completion of the self-test, the BC-700-PB displays:
Figure 12: Power-up display when USB connected
When you start the PROFIBUS Diagnostics Suite control and evaluation software on your computer and
select the PROFIBUS Tester and a network for testing in its user interface, the test tool switches to PC
mode. At this point, a firmware update instead of using the control and evaluation software might be
started automatically. See Firmware update .
The display shows:
Figure 13: Display during test with PC software
Do not connect/disconnect the USB while the device is booting.
2.4 Power-off and sleep mode
Power-down
Press power key for more than three seconds in order to power-down the device. There is no power
consumption if the device is powered down. The device can be stored for long a period of time.
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Activate sleep mode
If you want to change manually to sleep mode, shortly actuate the power key. During sleep mode the
BC-700-PB is saving energy and the power key will blink slowly. If a measurement function is currently
active, it is not possible to switch to sleep mode. Depending on the settings in energy management, the
BC-700-PB may automatically change to sleep mode after a predefined period of time.
Return to normal operation mode
You can recover normal operation very quickly by shortly actuating the power key a second time. The
lastly shown menu screen will be displayed which was active before changing to sleep mode.
Automatic power-down
If the BC-700-PB is in sleep mode for more than 2 hours, it will automatically power down.

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3Connection to PROFIBUS-DP
3.1 Basics
3.1.1 Note when testing a live bus
Test tool side effects
When you connect a test tool, side effects on the system under test are generally
unavoidable. If the PROFIBUS is already disturbed to a certain degree or if Simatic
Diagnostic Repeaters are used, the operation of the PROFIBUS might nevertheless be
affected occasionally. Observe the following connection notes.
3.1.2 Connection types
There are several ways to connect a bus station to a PROFIBUS network:
Using connectors
oD-sub connectors , most of which have an integrated terminating resistor and, optionally, an
additional service socket
oM12 connectors for environments requiring increased IP ratings
oSpecial vendor-specific hybrid connectors; they are used in combination with special cables to
supply power via the bus
Using terminals for direct connection
Due to the typical daisy-chain topology, the connection points of the bus stations are the only possible
points for connecting the test tool in most cases.
3.1.3 Adapter cable
The BC-700-PB is supplied with the D-sub adapter cable BC600-PB-CB-DSUB-2 Standard (light
connector). For testing on live systems the optional D-sub adapter cable BC-600-PB-CB-DSUB-2 is
recommended. An M12 adapter set is optionally available, see D-sub adapter cable for testing live
systems .
Only use original short cables
Use only the original short cables with special pin layout to connect the unit to a PROFIBUS
network. Do not cascade more than two D-sub connectors with service sockets at the same
time:
Figure 14: Unallowed cascading of D-sub connectors
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3.1.4 Strain relief
Avoid stress on connectors and bus stations
Avoid stress on connectors and bus stations which might be caused by the device's own
weight.
Possible measures to avoid stress are
support,
strain relief using cable ties or
using a retaining hand strap. Fastening eyes are premounted at the bottom of the tester. You can fix
them either at the bottom or at the top of the tester. The retaining hand strap is not part of the
delivery.
If avoiding stress is not possible, you need to select a different connection point to avoid damage.
3.1.5 Using the security lock port
When using trend logging, the BC-700-PB is typically operated in an unattended manner over a
prolonged period of time. You can connect a Kensington lock to the security lock port to prevent your
device being stolen. The Kensington lock is not part of the product delivery and must be purchased
separately. To use the Kensington lock, refer to the product manual. Tie the Kensington lock cable to a
fixed object and install the other end of the cable to the security lock port.
Figure 15: Using a Kensington lock
3.1.6 Test Locations
Basically you can carry out tests anywhere on a physical PROFIBUS segment using the BC-700-PB. Note
that the use of repeaters creates separate physical segments that each needs to be measured
individually.
For the best and most informative signal quality results, perform the tests at the beginning and end of
each physical segment. If these test results indicate problems that cannot be clearly classified
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3.2 Simple connection for tests during system shutdown
If all bus stations provide D-sub connectors with an additional service socket, you can simply plug in the
BC-700-PB at that socket. If a D-sub connector does not provide a service socket, you can plug in the
Dsub adapter cable underneath. Keep in mind that you do not cascade more than two D-sub
connectors (see Adapter cable ).
When using M12 connection technology, the M12 adapter cable is looped into the bus. It is essential to
ensure proper termination at the beginning and end of the bus by using the terminating resistor
provided with the M12 adapter set.
Shut down complete installation before connecting
All these simple connection types will divide the bus. You therefore need to shut down the
PLC and all the devices connected to the PROFIBUS; in other words, you need to shut down
the whole installation.
Figure 16: Connection points at system shutdown
3.3 Connection for testing a live bus (DP)
To test a live PROFIBUS with the BC-700-PB during operation, appropriate connection possibilities have
to be provided. If no suitable connection points are available in the existing installation, it is
recommended installing them during system shutdown. This will make future maintenance work much
easier.
Shut down complete installation before connecting
Shut down the PLC and all the devices connected to the PROFIBUS as all these simple
connection types will divide the bus.
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