User Manual

User Manual ComBricks

Monitoring, Networking and Control

PROFIBUS data hub for repeaters and fiber optic modules

Transparent for all PROFIBUS DP protocols
ProfiTrace for monitoring 4 networks
Drives 32 modules (10 communication modules)
Hot swap
Powerful web server
100 Mbps Ethernet
12 Mbps PROFIBUS
DIN-rail
IP 20

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Safety Guidelines
This manual contains notices which you should observe to ensure your own personal safety, as well as to
protect the product and connected equipment. These notices are highlighted in the manual by a warning sign
and are marked as follows according to the level of danger:

 Draws your attention to important information on handling the product, a particular part of the
documentation or the correct functioning of the product.

Warning
This device and its components may only be used for the applications described in this manual and only in
connection with devices or components that comply with PROFIBUS and RS 485 interface.
This product can only function correctly and safely if it is transported, stored, set up, installed, operated and
maintained as recommended. ComBricks is a CE class A product. In a domestic environment it may cause radio
interference in which case the user may be required to take adequate measures.

Warranty
Warranty is void if you open ComBricks.

Qualified Technicians
Only qualified technicians should be allowed to install and work with this equipment. Qualified technicians are
defined as persons who are authorized to commission, to ground, to tag circuits and systems in accordance
with established safety practices and standards. It is recommended that the technicians carry a Certified
PROFIBUS Installer or Certified PROFIBUS Engineer certificate.

Disclaimer of Liability
We have checked the contents of this manual as much as possible. Since deviations cannot be precluded
entirely, we cannot guarantee full agreement. However, the content in this manual is reviewed regularly and
necessary corrections will be included in subsequent editions. Suggestions for improvements are welcome.

Copyright © 2015 PROCENTEC

All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted,
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written permission of the publisher.

ComBricks is a registered trademark of PROCENTEC. Other products or company names are or may be
registered trademarks and are the property of their respective companies.

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Important information
Purpose of the Manual
This user manual provides information how to work with ComBricks.

Recycling and Disposal

The parts of the ComBricks can be recycled. For further information about environment-friendly recycling and
the procedure for disposing of your old equipment, please contact:

PROCENTEC
Klopperman 16
2292 JD WATERINGEN
The Netherlands

Tel.: +31-(0)174-671800
Fax: +31-(0)174-671801
Email: [email protected]

Document Updates
You can obtain constantly updated information on PROCENTEC products on the Internet at
www.procentec.com

You can also contact PROCENTEC Customer Support:

• by phone at +31-(0)174-671800
• by fax at +31-(0)174-671801
• by email at [email protected]

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Contents

Important information ........................................................................................... 4

1 Product description ........................................................................................ 10
1.1 Introduction .................................................................................................................................... 10
1.2 Application areas ............................................................................................................................ 10
1.3 Product features ............................................................................................................................. 10
1.4 Modular PROFIBUS repeaters......................................................................................................... 11
1.4.1 Cable Redundancy .......................................................................................................................... 12
1.4.2 Comparison between ProfiHub and ComBricks ............................................................................. 13
1.4.3 Typical applications ........................................................................................................................ 13
1.5 ProfiTrace OE - Remote monitoring in a web browser ................................................................... 14
1.5.1 Web server ..................................................................................................................................... 14
1.5.2 Email ............................................................................................................................................... 15
1.5.3 Channel List .................................................................................................................................... 15
1.5.4 Comparison between ComBricks and ProfiTrace 2 ........................................................................ 15
1.5.5 Offshore applications ..................................................................................................................... 16
1.5.6 Mining applications ........................................................................................................................ 16
1.5.7 Robot cells ...................................................................................................................................... 17
1.5.8 Logistics .......................................................................................................................................... 17
1.5.9 Traffic control ................................................................................................................................. 18
1.5.10 Cranes ............................................................................................................................................. 18
1.5.11 Other applications .......................................................................................................................... 19
1.6 Output control ................................................................................................................................ 19
1.7 CommDTM...................................................................................................................................... 20

2 Quick start ...................................................................................................... 21

2.1 Quick start checklist........................................................................................................................ 21
2.2 Prepare the backplane.................................................................................................................... 22
2.3 Insert modules ................................................................................................................................ 22
2.4 Configure the repeater modules .................................................................................................... 22
2.5 Wire the repeater modules ............................................................................................................ 22
2.6 Power the Head Station .................................................................................................................. 22
2.7 Customizing the IP number through the web server ..................................................................... 22
2.8 Customizing the IP number through the Discovery Tool ................................................................ 24
2.9 Checking the modules and the administrative info in the web server ........................................... 25
2.10 Testing ProfiTrace OE on the PROFIBUS installation ...................................................................... 26
2.11 Resetting the Head Station ............................................................................................................. 27

3 Installation instructions .................................................................................. 28

3.1 Location .......................................................................................................................................... 28
3.2 Position ........................................................................................................................................... 28
3.3 Mounting and un-mounting backplane units ................................................................................. 28
3.4 Adding backplane units .................................................................................................................. 29
3.5 Detaching backplane units ............................................................................................................. 30
3.6 Inserting modules ........................................................................................................................... 31
3.7 Removing modules ......................................................................................................................... 32
3.8 Wiring Ethernet .............................................................................................................................. 33
3.9 Power Supply .................................................................................................................................. 34
3.9.1 Procedure ....................................................................................................................................... 34
3.9.2 Testing and commissioning ............................................................................................................ 34
3.10 Configuring repeater modules ........................................................................................................ 36
3.10.1 Customizing the PROFIBUS network (NW0/NW1) ......................................................................... 36
3.10.2 Redundancy (RED) .......................................................................................................................... 36
3.10.3 Hardware or software settings (H/S) .............................................................................................. 37

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 3.11 Wiring repeater modules................................................................................................................ 38
3.11.1 Screw terminals .............................................................................................................................. 39
3.11.2 DB9 connector ................................................................................................................................ 40
3.11.3 Testing and commissioning ............................................................................................................ 40

4 Web server ..................................................................................................... 41

4.1 Status .............................................................................................................................................. 42
4.2 Channel list ..................................................................................................................................... 44
4.3 System log ...................................................................................................................................... 45
4.4 General configuration ..................................................................................................................... 46
4.5 Network configuration ................................................................................................................... 47
4.6 IP Configuration .............................................................................................................................. 48
4.7 Output Control ............................................................................................................................... 49
4.8 Password setup and login ............................................................................................................... 50
4.8.1 Access rights ................................................................................................................................... 50
4.8.2 Password best practice ................................................................................................................... 51
4.8.3 External protocols........................................................................................................................... 52
4.8.4 Clearing password(s) ...................................................................................................................... 52
4.9 License update ................................................................................................................................ 53
4.10 Document download page ............................................................................................................. 54
4.11 Email account config ....................................................................................................................... 55
4.11.1 Alive email ...................................................................................................................................... 56
4.11.2 Troubleshooting ............................................................................................................................. 57
4.12 Device Management....................................................................................................................... 57
4.12.1 Backup settings to SD-Card............................................................................................................. 58
4.12.2 Restore settings from SD-Card ....................................................................................................... 58
4.12.3 Restore settings to factory defaults ............................................................................................... 58
4.12.4 Clear all data ................................................................................................................................... 58
4.12.5 Restart the device ........................................................................................................................... 58

5 ProfiTrace OE.................................................................................................. 59
5.1 Live List ........................................................................................................................................... 59
5.1.1 Updating the GSD file library .......................................................................................................... 60
5.2 Statistics.......................................................................................................................................... 61
5.3 Message recording ......................................................................................................................... 62
5.4 Event configuration ........................................................................................................................ 63
5.5 Tag name configuration .................................................................................................................. 64
5.6 Oscilloscope images........................................................................................................................ 66
5.6.1 Oscilloscope Configuration ............................................................................................................. 67
5.6.2 Oscilloscope Images ....................................................................................................................... 68
5.6.3 Oscilloscope errors ......................................................................................................................... 69
5.7 Bar graph ........................................................................................................................................ 70
5.8 Streaming with ProfiTrace 2 ........................................................................................................... 70
5.9 Summary of Statistics and Events ................................................................................................... 73

6 Head Station 1A/1B/1C .................................................................................. 75

6.1 Overview ......................................................................................................................................... 75
6.2 Relay contact .................................................................................................................................. 76
6.3 SD card ............................................................................................................................................ 76
6.3.1 Inserting/replacing the SD card ...................................................................................................... 76
6.3.2 Life cycle of the SD card .................................................................................................................. 77
6.3.3 Directories and files ........................................................................................................................ 77
6.4 Audio jack ....................................................................................................................................... 78
6.5 Switch navigation of the Head Station 1A/1B/1C ........................................................................... 79
6.6 LEDs on the Head Station ............................................................................................................... 80

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7 Repeater modules (RS 485) ............................................................................ 82
7.1 Multiple channels per module ........................................................................................................ 83
7.2 Channel structure ........................................................................................................................... 84
7.3 EMC barrier..................................................................................................................................... 85
7.4 Grounding system........................................................................................................................... 85
7.5 Baudrate detection ......................................................................................................................... 85
7.6 PROFIBUS DP cable lengths ............................................................................................................ 85
7.7 PROFIBUS DP cable specifications .................................................................................................. 86
7.8 PROFIBUS DP cable types ............................................................................................................... 87
7.9 Redundancy .................................................................................................................................... 88
7.10 Mixing with other repeaters ........................................................................................................... 89
7.11 LEDs of the repeater module .......................................................................................................... 90

8 RS 485-IS Barrier module ............................................................................... 91

8.1 Compliancy and certificates ........................................................................................................... 92
8.2 Channel structure ........................................................................................................................... 93
8.3 Connecting the cable ...................................................................................................................... 93
8.4 Grounding system........................................................................................................................... 93
8.5 Baudrate detection ......................................................................................................................... 93
8.6 PROFIBUS DP cable lengths ............................................................................................................ 94
8.7 PROFIBUS DP cable specifications .................................................................................................. 94
8.8 LEDs and DIP switches of the repeater module.............................................................................. 95
8.9 Redundancy .................................................................................................................................... 95

9 Fiber optic module (2FO-001) ........................................................................ 96

9.1 Topologies ...................................................................................................................................... 96
9.1.1 Bus topology with ComBricks ......................................................................................................... 97
9.1.2 Star/Hub topology with ComBricks ................................................................................................ 97
9.2 Delay time ....................................................................................................................................... 97
9.3 Baudrate detection ......................................................................................................................... 98
9.4 Fiber optic modules in redundancy mode ...................................................................................... 98

10 Fiber Optic Ring module (FOR-MM1 / SM1 / XM1) ....................................... 99

10.1 Topologies ...................................................................................................................................... 99
10.2 Delay time ..................................................................................................................................... 100
10.3 Dipswitches................................................................................................................................... 102
10.4 LEDs .............................................................................................................................................. 103
10.5 Setting up Fiber Optic alarms ....................................................................................................... 103

11 PROFIBUS Slave Module PBS-001 ................................................................ 106

11.1 Status LEDs ................................................................................................................................... 106
11.1.1 RDY LED ........................................................................................................................................ 107
11.1.2 PROFIBUS LEDs ............................................................................................................................. 107
11.1.3 Dipswitches................................................................................................................................... 108
11.2 Quick Start checklist ..................................................................................................................... 109
11.3 Setting up the slave module ......................................................................................................... 109
11.3.1 Hardware addressing .................................................................................................................... 110
11.3.2 Software addressing ..................................................................................................................... 111
11.4 Remote I/O mode ......................................................................................................................... 112
11.4.1 Strict Check Configuration ............................................................................................................ 114
11.4.2 Failsafe behaviour of outputs ....................................................................................................... 114
11.4.3 Input test patterns ........................................................................................................................ 115
11.5 DP/DP coupling or Gateway mode ............................................................................................... 117
11.6 PROFIBUS / PROFINET gateway .................................................................................................... 118

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 11.7 Data consistency ........................................................................................................................... 119
11.7.1 Consistency over 2 bytes .............................................................................................................. 120
11.7.2 Consistency over 4 bytes .............................................................................................................. 120
11.7.3 Consistency over 8 bytes .............................................................................................................. 121

12 PA Link/Coupler module............................................................................... 122

12.1 Quick Start checklist ..................................................................................................................... 123
12.2 Monitoring mode.......................................................................................................................... 124
12.2.1 Module status ............................................................................................................................... 124
12.2.2 PA oscilloscope images ................................................................................................................. 125
12.2.3 PA Bar Graph ................................................................................................................................ 125
12.2.4 PA measurements......................................................................................................................... 126
12.2.5 Oscilloscope configuration ........................................................................................................... 127
12.3 Link mode (module firmware v2.10.1 and higher only) ............................................................... 128
12.3.1 Converting PA GSD files ................................................................................................................ 128
12.3.2 Link configuration – bus parameters ............................................................................................ 128
12.4 Coupler mode ............................................................................................................................... 129
12.4.1 Bus Parameters............................................................................................................................. 129
12.5 Physical layer ................................................................................................................................ 130
12.5.1 Connecting a PA segment ............................................................................................................. 130
12.5.2 Cable specifications ...................................................................................................................... 131
12.5.3 Spur lines ...................................................................................................................................... 132
12.5.4 Current consumption calculations................................................................................................ 132
12.5.5 Voltage at the end of the segment ............................................................................................... 133

13 PROFINET Device PND-001........................................................................... 134

13.1 Topologies .................................................................................................................................... 134
13.2 Status LEDs ................................................................................................................................... 135
13.2.1 RDY LED ........................................................................................................................................ 135
13.2.2 PROFINET LEDs ............................................................................................................................. 136
13.3 Quick Start checklist ..................................................................................................................... 137
13.4 Identification and name assignment ............................................................................................ 138
13.4.1 MAC address ................................................................................................................................. 138
13.4.2 Assigning a custom name ............................................................................................................. 138
13.4.3 Assigning a pre-defined name ...................................................................................................... 139
13.5 Remote I/O mode ......................................................................................................................... 139
13.6 PN/PN coupling or Proxy mode .................................................................................................... 140
13.7 PROFINET / PROFIBUS proxy ........................................................................................................ 141

14 CommDTM ................................................................................................... 143

14.1 Installing drivers, CommDTM and server ..................................................................................... 143
14.2 Setting up the PCD server ............................................................................................................. 143
14.3 Using the CommDTM ................................................................................................................... 144

15 SNMP ............................................................................................................ 146

15.1 List of data items .......................................................................................................................... 146
15.2 Viewing the MIB file ..................................................................................................................... 147

16 Firmware updates ........................................................................................ 149

16.1 Updating the Head Station ........................................................................................................... 149
16.2 Updating modules ........................................................................................................................ 151

17 Tips and Tricks .............................................................................................. 152

17.1 Ident Number lookup ................................................................................................................... 152
17.2 Solution for secured email connections ....................................................................................... 152
17.3 IP address adjustment tool ........................................................................................................... 152

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 17.4 Free Wi-Fi channel detector ......................................................................................................... 152
17.5 Some SNMP tools ......................................................................................................................... 152

18 Technical Data - ComBricks in general ......................................................... 153

19 Technical Data - Head Station 1A/1B/1C...................................................... 154
20 Technical Data - SCOPE Repeater (101-201210) .......................................... 156
21 Technical Data - 2 Channel Repeater (101-201102) .................................... 158
22 Technical Data - 1 Channel Repeater (101-201101) .................................... 160
23 Technical Data - Fiber Optic Module (101-201510) ..................................... 162
24 Technical Data - Fiber Optic Ring MM1 (101-201530)................................. 164
25 Technical Data - Fiber Optic Ring SM1 (101-201531) .................................. 166
26 Technical Data - Fiber Optic Ring XM1 (101-201532) .................................. 168
27 Technical Data - SALT Repeater (101-201710)............................................. 170
28 Technical Data - PA Module (101-201610) .................................................. 172
29 Technical Data - 4 CH Relay Module (101-210210) ..................................... 174
30 Technical Data - 8 CH D-out Module (101-210110) ..................................... 175
31 Technical Data - 8 CH D-in Module (101-210010) ....................................... 176
32 Technical Data – RS 485-IS Barrier (101-201410) ........................................ 177
33 Technical Data - PROFIBUS Slave Module PBS-001 ...................................... 179
34 Technical Data - PROFINET Device PND001 ................................................. 181
35 Technical Data - 6A Power Module T1 (101-230010) .................................. 183
36 Frequently asked questions / FAQ ............................................................... 184
37 Products and spare parts ............................................................................. 187
38 Glossary ........................................................................................................ 192
39 Revision history ............................................................................................ 197
40 Next versions ................................................................................................ 198
41 Other PROCENTEC products......................................................................... 199
42 Sales offices and distributors ....................................................................... 201
43 About PROCENTEC ....................................................................................... 206
44 Certificates ................................................................................................... 207
45 Notes ............................................................................................................ 214

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1 Product description

1.1 Introduction
ComBricks™ - The first PROFIBUS and PROFINET-based
automation system that unites network components, permanent
monitoring with ProfiTrace and remote I/O.

ComBricks is a modular system that allows a mix of automation

components on a backplane. Repeater modules can be inserted
next to a PROFIBUS slave and at the same time, in a web browser
over Ethernet, the condition of the installation can be remotely
inspected with ProfiTrace OE.

1.2 Application areas

 Remote maintenance station with ProfiTrace OE
 Modular repeater backbone with hot swap
 Transparent data hub (repeaters, fiber optic, RS 485-IS, DP slave, PROFINET, etc.)

Web server
ProfiTrace 2 CommDTM SNMP OPC Email TELNET
with ProfiTrace

Ethernet / Internet

Monitoring segments Monitoring networks PN/PN coupler

Redundancy
Fiber optic

RS 485
Star networks

DP/DP coupler
PN/DP coupler
I/O I/O

T
Alarm contacts
T
Non-standard cable RS 485-IS PROFIBUS PA

1.3 Product features

 Drives 32 modules (10 high-speed modules)
 Wide range of modules available
 Hot swap and extendible
 Powerful web server
 ProfiTrace OE for monitoring 4 networks
 Multi-language
 DIN-rail mounting
 IP 20

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1.4 Modular PROFIBUS repeaters
The current trend in PROFIBUS projects is to use segmentation with repeaters, fiber optic and ProfiHubs to
bridge the common faults of the end-user concerning his cabling difficulties. ComBricks adds another important
element; the creation of modular and random repeater hubs which can be maintained remotely with a
permanent internal ProfiTrace (see Fig. 1).

ComBricks is based on a backplane which can hold up to 10 hot swap repeater modules. Each module has one
or two channels (so a total of max 20 galvanic isolated transparent segments). Every channel can handle 31
PROFIBUS stations and maximum 1200 m cable length (depends on the baudrate). Fig. 2 illustrates some
configurations.

Each channel has a fail-safe circuit which ensures that the remainder of the PROFIBUS network continues to
operate correctly and that the availability of the installation remains optimal.

The connection of the bus cable allows for a high degree of flexibility as the repeater modules contain both a 9-
pin and screw connector.

It is possible to dynamically exchange equipment during operation. ComBricks is ideal for flow meters, pH
analysers, actuators, drives and especially motor control centres that make use of drawer systems.

Standard repeaters ProfiHubs COMbricks

ProfiTrace OE

- 1 Meter rule problems - 5 fixed channels - Modular and hotswap

- Termination problems - RS 485 only - ProfiTrace over Ethernet
- Power supply overload - No asset management - Bus redundancy
- Costs and installation time - Single power supply - DTM, OPC, SNMP, HTTP

Fig. 1 - Latest trend in segmentation

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 1 channel repeaters
Maximum 10 modules (2 channel repeaters)

2 segments

2 segments
20 segments

Mix of 1 channel and

2 channel repeaters
3 segments

Fig. 2 - Repeater configuration examples

1.4.1 Cable Redundancy

The bus redundancy technology of the repeater modules is very advanced. A redundant system can be built
using 10 parallel cables. This architecture provides extremely high availability. Most suppliers only allow 2
cables (see Fig. 3).

Maximum 10 redundant channels

redundant channels

Fig. 3 - Redundancy configuration example

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1.4.2 Comparison between ProfiHub and ComBricks

ProfiHub A5 and B5 ComBricks

(simple) (flexible and high-tech)

 One component  Modular

 PROFIBUS  Multi interface
 RS 485 only  Multi network
 Easy installation  ProfiTrace OE
 IP 65 version  Asset management
 Low cost  Light weight

1.4.3 Typical applications

 Repeaters with permanent ProfiTrace
 Removable drives and motors
 Star, tree and bus structured networks
 Motor control centers (drawers)
 Redundancy for high availability
 EMC vulnerable applications
 Spur lines
 Isolator for sensitive devices

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1.5 ProfiTrace OE - Remote monitoring in a web browser
Permanent and simultaneous monitoring of 4 PROFIBUS networks is a powerful feature of ComBricks. Global
projects and a shortage of (qualified) technical staff members are causing significant capacity problems.
ComBricks offers a solution by remotely monitoring PROFIBUS installations over the Internet and alerting the
user by email.

The user can simply connect surrounding PROFIBUS networks and every network can be set to a unique
baudrate. The modular technology of ComBricks enables the network to be monitored when multiple repeater
modules are installed. All transparent messages from the backplane are constantly analysed.

Up to 10 Repeater modules with 2 channels each (20 galvanic isolated segments in total) can be inserted into
the backplane. Using DIP switches or the web server, repeater modules can be assigned to a network group.
This ensures isolated communication from the repeaters which are assigned to other network groups; the
networks are not combined or connected in any way. Only the Head Station can see all networks groups.

1.5.1 Web server

A web server with a ProfiTrace shell visualizes the information in an understandable format (ProfiTrace OE).
Because of the web browser, additional software is NOT required and a constant connection with a PC to the
ComBricks is NOT necessary.

Monitoring 4 networks

Monitoring 4 networks

Worldwide access
to any COMbricks
Monitoring 4 networks

The monitoring and logging is performed by the repeater modules which are inserted in the backplane.
ComBricks is the first system that has integrated a busmonitor in network components. Deploying ComBricks
repeaters for regular automation means automatic availability of ProfiTrace OE.

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1.5.2 Email
Email messages provide real-time alerts in the event of detected faults in the PROFIBUS communication. These
email alerts are easy to set up in the web server.

1.5.3 Channel List

A brand new functionality within ProfiTrace OE is the Channel List. It gives a detailed overview of all repeater
channels (segments) and all connected stations.

1.5.4 Comparison between ComBricks and ProfiTrace 2

The application area for ComBricks (ProfiTrace OE) compared to ProfiTrace 2 is completely different. ProfiTrace
OE should be seen as a watchdog and ProfiTrace 2 as the mobile analyzer to do on-site work.

ProfiTrace 2 ComBricks
(troubleshooting on-site) (watchdog)

 USB (power supply)  Ethernet / Internet

 Mobile  Permanent installation
 Software  Web server

 C1 Master  Multi network monitor

 Triggers and filters  Multi access
 Large file recording  Email and Log
 Reporting
 Fast

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1.5.5 Offshore applications
With satellite internet offshore PROFIBUS networks can be remotely monitored. Emails can inform the
mainland about the status of the installation.

These applications simplify maintenance and eliminate the hassle to fly an expert over to fix a possible
problem. On the LAN local technicians can also monitor the networks.

Fig. 4 - Offshore applications

1.5.6 Mining applications

Because of the depth, gasses and inaccessible areas, ComBricks is required to keep the control room and the
experts on a distance to monitor the PROFIBUS installations.

Multiple WLAN routers can bring Ethernet up to the surface.

With DTM technology the devices can also be diagnosed and parameterized.

Fig. 5 - Mining applications

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1.5.7 Robot cells
Robot cells are hazardous environments with many safety zones. Crossing a safety border can cause a machine
shutdown and restarting can take a long time. Measuring PROFIBUS remotely decreases costs and improves
human safety.

Fig. 6 - Robot cells

1.5.8 Logistics
In demanding high-speed applications, ComBricks is ideal. The technician does not have to touch the
installation and can measure the network from a distance. This is also convenient if the installation is behind a
high-security zone such as baggage handling systems at airports, or parcel handling systems.

Fig. 7 - Baggage handling or parcel systems

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1.5.9 Traffic control
When distance and downtime are critical factors, ComBricks can be very helpful. Difficult to reach speed
indicators above the highway can be monitored from the road-side control cabinet, or even from the control
room.

Fig. 8 - Traffic control applications

1.5.10 Cranes
Many harbour cranes use PROFIBUS. There cranes are huge and sometimes hard to reach. The whole crane can
be monitored remotely, which is especially useful if the crane is equipped with a WIFI connection.

Fig. 9 - Crane applications

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 1.5.11 Other applications
 Cross border installations
 Water treatment
 Long commissioning and test cycles
 24-7 service contracts

1.6 Output control

Relay- and digital output modules can be configured to respond directly to bus problems, such as bus voltage
too low, retries, syncs, master lost, diagnostics, etc.

This offers a multitude of applications to directly and independently act on the machinery when the bus
communication becomes unreliable. Especially when safety, human lives or the environment are at stake.

Power switches, hold switches, indicators, backup systems and LED towers are a few examples of machine
parts that can be hooked up to the relays. ComBricks is the only monitoring product that has the capability to
respond directly on the hardware with multiple relays.

Repeaters I/O

Syncs
Lost
Diagnostics Segment 1
Bus voltage low
2 3 Power switches, Hold switches,
Retries
Indicators, Backup systems,
Segment 2 Device I/O, Doors,
LED towers, etc.
4 24 55 83

Fig. 10 - Output control

- The Head Station already contains 1 relay.

- The relays can also be configured to be switched manually or on time.

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1.7 CommDTM
The FREE ComBricks CommDTM offers FDT 1.2 based asset management tools a powerful Ethernet pass-
through to access PROFIBUS devices which are connected on ComBricks repeater modules.

The internal DP-V1 class 2 masters are able to drive 2 out of 4 networks. When a CommDTM connection is
closed, the user can enter another network. The 2 active networks are managed by 1 or 2 PC Ethernet
connections.

The CommDTM provides the same auto baudrate detection facilities as the famous ProfiCaptain. It detects all
busparameters before it goes online. An available master address is required.

CommDTM

FDT Applications ProfiTrace OE

CommDTM

Device DTM
PROFIBUS DP

Device DTM
PROFIBUS PA

Fig. 11 - CommDTM structure

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2 Quick start

2.1 Quick start checklist

This checklist lists all the steps to a quick usage of ComBricks.

STEP 1: Provide the Head Station with the latest firmware. (7)

STEP 2: Prepare the backplane with the amount of required backplane units. (2.2)

STEP 3: Click the assembled backplane on the DIN-rail. (2.2)

STEP 4: Insert the Head Station in the most left slot. (2.3)

STEP 5: Insert the other modules in the remaining slots. (2.3)

STEP 6: Configure the repeater modules to their appropriate networks. (2.4)

STEP 7: Wire the repeater modules with PROFIBUS cables. (2.5)

STEP 8: Power the Head Station. (2.6)

ComBricks units with Head Stations type 1A are now operational and no further steps have to be
taken. For type 1B and 1C Head Stations proceed with the next steps.

STEP 9: Insert an Ethernet cable in the Head Station.

STEP 10: Set the IP address to the required value. (2.7 + 2.8)

ComBricks units with Head Stations type 1B and 1C are now operational, ProfiTrace OE is
autonomously logging PROFIBUS events. After these basic steps ComBricks can be further configured
through the web server.

STEP 11: Checking the modules and administrative info in the web server. (2.9)

STEP 12: Testing ProfiTrace OE on the PROFIBUS installation. (2.10)

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2.2 Prepare the backplane
Click the fixed backplane on the DIN-rail and add additional backplane units to the right side if required (see
Paragraph 3.3 and 3.4).

2.3 Insert modules

Insert the required modules in the slots of the fixed backplane (see Paragraph 3.6). The Head Station with the
red front plate should be placed in the most left slot (with the large connector). Place the other modules in the
remaining slots. The slots have a polarity and can only be inserted one way.

2.4 Configure the repeater modules

Configure the repeater modules to their appropriate networks. This can be done with the dipswitches located
at the front of the module (see Paragraph 3.10.1) or with the software settings in the web server (see
Paragraph 4.5).

2.5 Wire the repeater modules

Connect the PROFIBUS cables to the repeater modules (see Paragraph 3.11).

2.6 Power the Head Station

Provide a 24 VDC power supply to the Head Station through one of its 2 power connectors (see Paragraph 3.8).

2.7 Customizing the IP number through the web server

The default IP address of the Head Station is 192.168.1.254. Follow the steps below to customize the IP address
of the Head Station:

STEP 1: Insert an Ethernet cable in the Head Station which is connected to the enterprise LAN or
directly to the PC.

STEP 2: Make sure the IP address of your PC is on the same subnet as the switch (192.168.1.xxx)

STEP 3: Open your web browser and enter 192.168.1.254 in the address field. This is default IP
address of the ComBricks.

STEP 4: The web server of the ComBricks will appear.

STEP 5: Click in the menu on the left on "IP config".

STEP 6: Update the IP settings and confirm it by clicking on "Save" (see Fig. 12).

STEP 7: The web page will now reload with the new IP address.

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 Current IP address

Tick this checkbox New IP address +

if DHCP is required other settings

Fig. 12 - Customizing the IP address in the web server

The Notification link name is included in the event emails so that the user can directly jump to the specific
ComBricks unit without knowing its local IP number. An example is: www.boiler5.oag.com. The router of the
network or the internet server has to reroute this name to an IP number.

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2.8 Customizing the IP number through the Discovery Tool
The ComBricks Discovery Tool can be downloaded from www.ComBricks.com.

After start-up all the available ComBricks units can be discovered and directly customized with the required IP
address (see Fig. 13).

The Discovery Tool works on an enterprise LAN, WLAN and with a direct cable between ComBricks and PC.

If you are not sure which ComBricks you are customizing, the LEDs can be flashed with a button in the
Discovery tool (flashing). The LEDs will blink for 5 seconds to give the user a visual confirmation.

Scan and
configuration
options

MAC and IP
Head Stations
addresses

Fig. 13 - ComBricks Discovery Tool


It is recommended to have only one network interface connection active (only wireless or only
wired). In some cases the Discovery tool does not list all the ComBricks units when multiple network
interfaces are active.

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2.9 Checking the modules and the administrative info in the web server
After customizing the IP address, the modules can be checked in the web server. Click on "Status" to see an
overview of the available modules and their respective description + version numbers (see Fig. 14).

Modules can be inserted and removed during operation. A change in hardware should be directly visible in the
Status screen.

On the top of the screen the administrative info is also visible (see Fig. 14). If the administrative information
has to be altered, it can be done by clicking on "General config".

On the bottom of the screen the connected clients with this ComBricks are displayed.
All connections are listed here:
 Web connections
 FTP connections
 CommDTM connections
 Telnet connections
 ProfiTrace Streaming connections

Remote
information

Messages left
by the user

Inserted modules
in the system

Connected PCs and

other communication
devices

Fig. 14 - Overview of the available modules

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2.10 Testing ProfiTrace OE on the PROFIBUS installation
When the repeaters are wired to the PROFIBUS installation, ProfiTrace OE can be tested in the web server.

Click on "Live List" and the respective networks. A Live List with devices should appear (see Fig. 15).

Monitoring 4
networks

Similar Live List as

ProfiTrace 2

Fig. 15 - ProfiTrace OE Live List

See Chapter 5 for more information on how to use ProfiTrace OE.

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2.11 Resetting the Head Station
By means of the "Menu Nav" switch on the front of the Head Station (see Fig. 16), ComBricks can be reset,
warm started or loaded with configuration data. Please follow the procedure described in Paragraph 6.5.

The following selections are possible:

 Read settings from SD card

 Save settings on SD card
 Clear password
 Reset to factory defaults
 Warm start

Fig. 16 - Menu-switch

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3 Installation instructions

3.1 Location
ComBricks can be installed everywhere in a non-hazardous area that complies with IP 20 (DIN 40 050) and the
specified temperature range of 0..60 o Celsius.

3.2 Position
ComBricks can only be installed horizontally, with the cables pointing down. In this position the generated heat
of the modules can escape through the grid in the top of the housing. It is also easier to read the status LEDs in
the horizontal position.

3.3 Mounting and un-mounting backplane units

The backplane of the ComBricks has to be mounted on 35 mm DIN-rail with a minimum width of 50 mm to fit a
fixed backplane for 2 modules.

Fig. 17 illustrates how to mount and dismount the backplane on and from the DIN-rail. For the un-mounting an
appropriate screwdriver is required.

 

 
Fig. 17 - Mounting (pull-down + push) Un-mounting (click tap + pull)

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3.4 Adding backplane units
The additional backplane units as described in Paragraph 3.3. To merge them remove the plastic covers on the
side of the backplane units that have to be merged. Push both backplane units together until no more
movement is possible (see Fig. 18).

 Do not add or remove backplane units while the backplane is powered!

This can cause serious damage to the ComBricks set.

Fig. 18 - Adding backplane units

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3.5 Detaching backplane units

 Detaching backplane units is a delicate procedure that should be done according the description
below and Fig. 19 in order to prevent damages.

 Do not add or remove backplane units while the backplane is powered!

This can cause serious damage to the ComBricks set.

STEP 1: Push the top arm down with a screwdriver and delicately pull the top of the backplane unit
that has to be removed. The arm should now be unlocked.

STEP 2: Push the bottom arm down with a screwdriver and delicately slide the bottom of the
backplane that has to be removed. The arm should now be unlocked.

STEP 3: Slide the backplane unit away from the section that remains.

Fig. 19 - Detaching backplane units

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3.6 Inserting modules
Push and click the modules in the slots of the backplane (see Fig. 20).

The Head Station (with the red front plate) should be placed in the most left slot (with the largest connector)
and the other modules in the remaining slots.

When the modules are inserted the correct way, a sharp clicking sound should be heard during the push.

 Modules can be inserted during operation.

 The slots have a polarity and fit only one way.

Fig. 20 - Inserting modules

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3.7 Removing modules
To remove a module press the keys on both sides of the module (this has to be done with 2 hands). When both
keys are pressed, pull the module out of the slot (see Fig. 21).

Modules can be removed during operation.


1 Slot between 2 modules can remain empty when modules
are removed during operation. Modules at the end of the
backplane can always be removed (1-by-1).


Fig. 21 - Removing modules

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3.8 Wiring Ethernet
The Ethernet connector is located on the top-side of the Head Station. The connector contains LEDs that
indicate linkup (green) and reception of data (orange).

It is recommended to use a cable/RJ45 plug with grounding/foil due to the nature of industrial applications.

The Ethernet interface complies with standard Ethernet guidelines. The maximum cable length from ComBricks
to switch/device is 100 meter.

The MAC address is printed on the side of the Head Station.

Fig. 22 - Wiring Ethernet

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3.9 Power Supply
The Head Station contains two 3-pin screw type power connectors on the bottom. If power redundancy is NOT
required, either one can be used.

The layout is as follows (when the wires are pointing down):

1 = - (left)
2 = + (middle)
3 = SH (right)

The power supply must comply with the following specifications:

 Voltage: 10.8 .. 26.4 VDC
 Current: Min. 800 mA
 Wire diameter: < 2.5 mm2

3.9.1 Procedure
To connect the 24 VDC supply to the 3-pin screw-type terminal, proceed as follows:

STEP 1: Strip the insulation of the conductors of the 24 VDC power supply.

STEP 2: Secure the conductors in the screw-type terminal.

STEP 3: Insert the entire connector block in the power socket (see Fig. 23).

To connect the power supply a 3 mm screwdriver is required.

3.9.2 Testing and commissioning

If the power is switched ON it can be diagnosed by the following indicator procedure:

 All LEDs on the Head Station should be shortly ON.

 The RDY LED should be shortly Blinking.
 The SD LED should be ON (if an SD card is inserted).
 The RDY LED should be ON (also on other inserted Modules).

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 Redundant power
supply option

Fig. 23 - Head Station power supply

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3.10 Configuring repeater modules
The repeaters can be configured using the dipswitches located at the front of the module or the web server.

3.10.1 Customizing the PROFIBUS network (NW0/NW1)

Set these dipswitches to the following positions to customize a network number for a specific PROFIBUS
network.

NW0 NW1 Network

LEFT LEFT 1

RIGHT LEFT 2

LEFT RIGHT 3

RIGHT RIGHT 4

 When software settings are preferred these dipswitches do not have to be set.

3.10.2 Redundancy (RED)

Set this dipswitch to enable the redundancy group for the channel.

RED Redundancy

LEFT OFF

RIGHT ON

 When software settings are preferred this dipswitch does not have to be set.

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 3.10.3 Hardware or software settings (H/S)
Set this switch to enable hardware (dipswitches) or software settings.

H/S Settings

LEFT Hardware

RIGHT Software


When software is enabled, all switch settings
are overruled. The settings are saved in the internal
memory of the Head Station.

Termination ON
on Channel x
Repeater Module
status

Communication
Data received on error on Channel x
Channel x

Network 1: NW0 = L, NW1 = L

Network 2: NW0 = R, NW1 = L
Channel 2
1 and Network 3: NW0 = L, NW1 = R
Channel 1
2 Network 4: NW0 = R, NW1 = R

Redundancy for the

current network
Dipswitches or web
server settings

Fig. 24 - Dipswitches and LEDs of the repeaters

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3.11 Wiring repeater modules
The PROFIBUS cable should be wired to the repeaters according to the PROFIBUS guidelines with suitable cable
for the application you are using.

Regular and SCOPE repeater modules are equipped with screw terminals and a DB9 connector for the bus
connection. Both are linked with each other, but it is not recommended to use them both 1.

Fig. 25 illustrates 4 recommended connection topologies for the repeater modules.

Fig. 25 - Repeater connection topologies (old modules only)

1
Because of the PROFIBUS spur lines limitations it is not recommended to use the screw terminal
simultaneously with the DB9 connector.

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3.11.1 Screw terminals
- With a 1 channel repeater module, the channel is marked CH1.
- With a 2 channel repeater module, the channels are marked CH1 and CH2.

 NOTICE

Since March 2014 the 1 Channel, 2 Channel and Scope Repeater modules are fitted with new, more robust
screw terminals.

Old modules: The channels (CHx) have 2 screw terminals (IN and OUT, for the bus connection) and a
termination switch.
Always use the ‘IN’ connector when the repeater module is the first or last on the segment. The termination
should be set to ON (see Fig. 25 - configuration A).

New modules: The channels have 1 screw terminal and a termination switch. In most cases, the channel starts
here so the termination must be set to ‘ON’. If the channel is not the beginning, use the DB9 connector, see
paragraph 3.11.2. Alternatively, use the dual ground clip (supplied with the new models) to install two cables in
one screw terminal, see Fig. 26.

Only in configuration A of Fig. 25 the on-board termination should be set to ON. In configurations B and D the
repeater module is in the middle of the segment (OFF).

Pin layout of the screw terminals

Pin “A”: Green wire
Pin “B”: Red wire
Pin “SH”: Cable shielding OR
Pin “I”: Cable shielding

Fig. 26 - Use the Dual Ground Clip to connect two PROFIBUS cables in one screw terminal

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3.11.2 DB9 connector
The bottom channel (CH1) is additionally equipped with a DB9 connector to offer an alternative connector for
standard 9-pin PROFIBUS plugs (1-on-1 with the screw terminals).

When the DB9 connector is utilized and located at the end of the segment, it is recommended to use the
termination on the DB9 connector and NOT on the repeater module (see Fig. 25 - configuration C)2

 To connect the PROFIBUS cable to the repeater modules (screw terminals) a 2.5 mm screwdriver
(max. 0.4 mm) is required.

3.11.3 Testing and commissioning

If the channel recognizes valid PROFIBUS messages from 1 or more connected devices, the RX LED of this
channel should be blinking and ER should be OFF.

When the termination of a specific channels is set to ON, the SWx LED should be ON.

2
The plug is the best place to activate the termination! When you remove the connector from the module you
still have the termination in the plug which is attached to the bus cable. It is true that the termination is not
powered by 5V (which is always required), but better an unpowered termination than nothing at all.

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4 Web server
To access the web server of ComBricks, open your web browser and enter the IP address that has been setup
(after purchase or reset the default IP address is 192.168.1.254). In the Discovery Tool you can find a button to
access the web server with the default Windows browser.


If a User password has been setup a screen will appear to login first in order to access the web
server. If only the Administrator password has been setup it is not necessary to login to directly, but
when settings are altered you must be logged in (See Paragraph 4.8).


Some web pages described in this manual
are only accessible with certain Head Station
types, licenses or firmware versions.

After the web page has been loaded, the pages of the web server can be browsed by clicking on the items in
the menu on the left side of the screen. The next paragraphs will explain the primary web server pages.


The web server can handle 20 simultaneous client
connections. When all 20 are utilized, the connection
with the ComBricks could become relatively slow.


The minimum version requirements for Web browsers are:
- Firefox 2.0 (24 October 2006)
- Internet Explorer 6.0 (27 Augustus 2001)
- Google Chrome 1.0 (24 April 2009)

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4.1 Status

Head Stations: 1A, 1B, 1C

Firmware: V1.140 and higher
Login: User or Administrator

The 'Status' screen is the first web page that appears when the web server is accessed. This page gives an
overview of the available modules and their respective description + version numbers (see Fig. 27).

Modules can be inserted and removed during operation. Changes in hardware should be directly visible in the
Status screen.

The 'User message' with custom messages/info is also displayed here (see Fig. 27).

On the top of the screen the network and site info can be inspected (see Fig. 27).

On the bottom of the screen the connected clients with this ComBricks are visible (see Fig. 27).

Remote
information

Messages left
by the user

Inserted modules
in the system

Connected PCs and

other communication
devices

Fig. 27 - Status screen

Most of the module types offer their specific status screen. Click on the link (name in the module column) and
the respective web page will be displayed (see Fig. 28).

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 Power redundancy status

SD card status

Current consumed
by the modules

Fig. 28 - Example of a module status

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4.2 Channel list

Head Stations: 1A, 1B, 1C

Firmware: V1.152 and higher
Login: User or Administrator

A helpful utility is the Channel list. This page visualizes a graphical overview of all stations in the network and to
which network module they are connected. It is almost comparable with a logical topology scan (see Fig. 29).

Network filters
Show colour
legend

Inserted network
modules and the
available channels

Communicating
devices with Live
List colours

Fig. 29 - Channel list

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4.3 System log

Head Stations: 1A, 1B, 1C

Firmware: V1.140 and higher
Login: User or Administrator

The system log saves ComBricks events. When this page is accessed all the ComBricks events are displayed. It
can be downloaded as text file and cleared/deleted (see Fig. 30). You cannot change the system log in the web
server.

The 'System log' is;

 kept intact after a power down and continues its logs after a power-up.
 auto/live updating when this screen is accessed.
 saved on the SD card.

System events

Download and
Clear functions

Fig. 30 - System log

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4.4 General configuration

Head Stations: 1A, 1B, 1C

Firmware: V1.140 and higher
Login: Administrator

The basic settings of the ComBricks are customized on the 'General configuration' page. For optimal use of
ProfiTrace OE, it is important that the time is synchronized and the site info is sufficiently filled in (see Fig. 31).
If your ComBricks is connected to Internet or a local NTP server, use the NTP server synchronization for
automatic date & time update. This keeps your ComBricks always set to the right time (this option is available in
Head Station firmware v1.278 and up). If the ComBricks clock differs more than 10 seconds from the NTP clock,
a line in the system log is added.

The automatic time update occurs when the set interval has passed. The maximum interval that can be set is
1440 minutes, which corresponds to 24 hours. Please note that there is no option for auto-updating to Daylight
Saving Time (DST). This is because this is not used in Factory Automation. When an NTP server is used, the time
is always assumed to be winter time.

Time synchronization
options. Use NTP for
automatic synchronization.

Remote info which is

displayed on every web
page

Settings related to the

Ethernet bandwidth and
start page

Language selection

Fig. 31 - General configuration

The display refresh rate has to be tuned to the bandwidth of the Ethernet connection. By default it is set to a 1
second automatic refresh. If the bandwidth is limited, it is recommended to increase this time or to switch the
automatic refresh OFF (see Fig. 31).

It is possible to select the start page which is first displayed when browsing to the Head Station IP address. You
can select the Main Status page, System Log page, Live List, Statistics, Channel list Message Recording or
Network Event log. You can also select for which network this should apply.

The interface language can be changed in the Preferred Language drop-down box. More languages will be
added in the future, which will become available in new firmware updates.

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4.5 Network configuration

Head Stations: 1A, 1B, 1C

Firmware: V1.252 and higher
Login: Administrator

The network names and the assignment of the repeater modules are customized here. For optimal use of
ProfiTrace OE, it is important that correct and understandable network names are defined (see Fig. 32). The
network names are used in multiple components: ProfiTrace Live List, event emails, message recording, etc.

Each of the 4 Live Lists can be individually setup to a different time-out. The default value is 5 seconds. The
time indicates how long a slave will be displayed as green when it has lost communication to the master. After
the set time it will turn yellow if it has no communication anymore.

The network assignment of the repeater modules is also displayed and can be adjusted if software settings are
enabled (see Fig. 32). It is possible to assign a module to Network 1 to 4, or to disconnect it from the
backplanes. This makes it possible to create a multiplexed system, or temporarily remove certain slaves from
the PROFIBUS network.

Dipswitch settings are always primary to software settings.

Customizable
network names

Hardware or
software settings

Network selection:
1, 2, 3 , 4 or
Not Connected

Fig. 32 - Network configuration

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4.6 IP Configuration

Head Stations: 1A, 1B, 1C

Firmware: V1.252 and higher
Login: Administrator

The IP Configuration screen offers some basic IP settings.

The DHCP functionality can be enabled. If the ComBricks will be connected to a network where a DHCP server is
active, the settings can be automatically set into the ComBricks by enabling this feature. The IP address will be
set by the DHCP server.

If a fixed IP address is needed, enter it manually in the ‘IP address’ box. By default the IP address is
192.168.1.254. Next, enter the subnet mask, default gateway and DNS server according to the settings of the
network. For more information, contact the network administrator.

Please note that changing the DNS server address requires a soft-reboot of the Head Station before the new
setting becomes active. Soft-resetting the Head Station does not affect repeater modules; this is a separate
process. You can safely soft-reset the Head Station without disrupting the repeater-functionality.

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4.7 Output Control

Head Stations: 1A, 1B, 1C

Firmware: V1.254 and higher
Login: User

With the Output Control feature the user can directly respond to an event with the onboard relay in the Head
Station or the channels from output modules in the backplane. The web server offers 10 customizable controls
that can be set to the following behavior:

 Not active
 Manual ON/OFF Live toggle of the output channels
 Time Time ON and Time OFF
 PROFIBUS event Syncs, retries, bus voltage too low, redundancy failure, PA failure,
fiber optic failure etc.
 System event Redundant power change or ComBricks failures

Fig. 33 - Output Control

 After power down/up, the ComBricks loads and restores these settings.

 It is recommended to have a security policy concerning passwords with this feature, because the
user is able to control REAL output points.

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4.8 Password setup and login

Head Stations: 1A, 1B, 1C

Firmware: V1.100 and higher
Login: Administrator


Passwords are NOT activated when the
product is purchased or reset and all menu
items are accessible and adjustable.

ComBricks supports 2 types of passwords;

User: Is limited to read information

Administrator: Has access to the full web server and can adjust settings

 The Administrator password has to be set first.

 The passwords can have a length between 1 and 16 characters.

Fig. 34 illustrates the password setup web page.

4.8.1 Access rights

After a password(s) has been setup, it complies with the access rights from Table 1.
Table 1 - Access rights after password setup

NO User
Administrator
Passwords (Admin. is set)

Login required at NO NO3 YES

web server access

Visiting web pages YES YES YES

Clear "System log" YES YES YES

Restart the device in the "Device YES YES YES

management"

Output Control YES YES YES

Changing passwords YES YES NO

Adjusting all other settings YES YES NO

3
When only the Administrator login has been activated, the user can always enter the web server without a
valid login. When settings need to be altered, the administrator is required to login.

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Fig. 34 - Password setup

4.8.2 Password best practice

We encourage you to at least setup the Administrator password if more than 1 person has access to the
network.

 Activate the password(s) immediately after installation or at the office before it is transported to the final
destination.
 Use different passwords for the Administrator and User.
 Never share passwords with anyone.
 Always use strong passwords. Avoid: test, 123456, <your company name>, <your first name>, ComBricks,
procentec, etc.
 Change passwords immediately if they may have been compromised.
 If passwords must be written down, store it in a secure place and destroy it when it is no longer needed.
 Be careful about where passwords are saved on computers. Some dialog boxes, such as those for remote
access, present an option to save or remember passwords. Selecting this option poses a potential security
threat.

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4.8.3 External protocols
The following login information is required for external protocols, for example for FTP and TELNET.

User: user or admin

Administrator: <your password>

Any FTP client can be used to setup the FTP connection. ComBricks uses port 21.

If you have not set a password, ComBricks will accept any password during the connection phase. Some FTP
clients require a password, so you can provide any password.

4.8.4 Clearing password(s)

There are 3 ways to restore the password(s) to their default setting:

 Change the passwords with no text written in the text field (Administrator login required).
 Restore to factory default settings in the "Device management" page (Administrator login required).
 Restore to factory default settings with the switch on the front of the Head Station (see Paragraph 6.5).

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4.9 License update

Head Stations: 1A, 1B, 1C

Firmware: V1.254 and higher
Login: Administrator

In case the user wants to update the license of the Head Station, it can be done here via an internet connection
or copy the content of a license file.

Fig. 35 - License update

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4.10 Document download page

Head Stations: 1A, 1B, 1C

Firmware: V1.254 and higher
Login: User or administrator

To provide the user with documentation, firmware and software, the SD card has been provided with a
document download page (see Fig. 36).

 Download the latest version of the document download page from www.procentec.com
 The content of the .ZIP file has to be copied to a directory \DOC on the SD card.
 If the directory does NOT exist, create it and copy the content of the .ZIP file to it.
 Reload the web server to update the information.
 There should be an item called "Downloads" on the bottom of the left menu

It is possible to replace the PROCENTEC download page with a customized version. Replace index.html with
your own version and you can point to directories/files which are located on the SD card. If you are interested
in such activities, we recommend you to inspect the structure of the PROCENTEC index.html first.

Link to download
from SD card

Link to download the latest

version from Internet

Fig. 36 - Software and document downloads

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4.11 Email account config

Head Stations: 1A, 1B, 1C

Firmware: V1.253 and higher
Login: Administrator

The email account information has to be entered if the user wants to have ComBricks signal events by email.
The required information is generally the same as any other email related setup (see Fig. 37).


Setting up the email server parameters is not enough.
The events that generate the emails have to be setup
in the Event config menu (see Paragraph 5.4).


The SMTP server has to support unencrypted connections, because the current ComBricks firmware
does NOT support encrypted connections such as SSL/TLS. The DNS address (IP config menu) has to
be modified according to the DNS addresses of your internet provider.

E-mail server
parameters

Daily test email

enabled

Direct testing of
server settings

Fig. 37 - Email configuration

The server parameters have to comply with the email server parameters listed in Table 2.

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Table 2 - Email server parameters

Server parameters Mandatory Additional information Size

To YES If you enter multiple addresses (max. 3) separate 200

them with the ; character.

Cc Optional If you enter multiple addresses (max. 3) separate 200

them with the ; character.

From Yes Depending on the email server you are using, this 100
has to be an existing email address.

Subject Optional Can be anything you want it to be. 100

SMTP server Yes Has to be setup according to the requirements of 100

the email server.

SMTP server port Yes Standard value for most servers has already been
entered, but has to be setup according to the
requirements of the email server.

User name Optional A User name can be entered if the SMTP server 50
requires it. Click on "SMTP-Username and
password" first.

Password Optional A password can be entered if the SMTP server 50

requires it. Click on "SMTP-Username and
password" first.

When you have filled in all server parameters, click on "Save". The settings can be tested by clicking on "Send
test email with saved settings".


Save the settings first before sending the test email!
It might take a couple of minutes before the test email has been received by the recipient.
If the test-email has not been received, please check if it has been blocked by a Spam filter.

4.11.1 Alive email

ComBricks can send a periodic alive-email to the recipient(s) entered in the To: field. If no events are triggered
for a longer period, ComBricks will not send emails. This also happens when ComBricks has no connection to
the mail server for some reason. The alive email is the only way of knowing that the connection is still active.

ComBricks can auto-send an email with adjustable intervals of one hour and one day.

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4.11.2 Troubleshooting
 Check if ComBricks has access to the internet. You can easily test this by going to the Download page in the
ComBricks menu and download a datasheet from the web.
 Compare the DNS settings with the requirements of the email server you are using.
 Make sure your email server supports unsecured connections.
 Check the email settings and generate the test email. Start with only 1 email address (To).
 If the test email works, please check that your events have been correctly enabled and an event is really
triggered.

4.12 Device Management

Head Stations: 1A, 1B, 1C

Firmware: V1.253 and higher
Login: Administrator

The Device Management page allows the user to perform backup, restore and restart actions for the
ComBricks. For some actions Administrator login is required.

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4.12.1 Backup settings to SD-Card
When this button is clicked, all customizable settings of each individual network and of the Head Station are
saved to SD-Card. These settings include Message recording settings, name and identification tags, scope
settings and IP and email settings.

This feature allows a quick and easy replacement of a defective Head Station. If a Head Station needs to be
replaced, and settings have been backed up on SD card, remove the SD card from the slot and place it in the
new Head Station. Then continue with paragraph 4.12.2.

4.12.2 Restore settings from SD-Card

When you replaced the SD card with information from another Head Station, click ‘Restore settings from SD
Card’ to load all information into the new Head Station. Then click ‘OK’ on the confirmation window.
Settings are loaded and activated instantly; no restart is required.

4.12.3 Restore settings to factory defaults

This button clears all entered information and restores the ComBricks Head Station to the default factory
values. The new IP address is 192.168.1.254

4.12.4 Clear all data

When a ComBricks set has been installed and is ready for normal operation, it may have recorded several
events which are not ‘real’ faults. This can happen during wiring or commissioning phase. Press ‘Clear all data’
to start the ComBricks logging and recording functions with a clear memory. Then click ‘OK’ on the
confirmation window.

IMPORTANT NOTE: This will also clear all Message Recording files!

4.12.5 Restart the device

To restart the device, for example to let it read new dipswitch settings or DNS server settings, click the ‘Restart
the device’ button. Then click ‘OK’ on the confirmation window.
This ‘soft’-reset will not affect PROFIBUS communication on the repeater modules; the repeater functionality
will continue during reset.

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5 ProfiTrace OE
ProfiTrace OE (Over Ethernet) is a web based version of ProfiTrace. It offers the basic functionality of regular
ProfiTrace, like; Live List, Statistics and Message recording. ProfiTrace OE is available on the Head Stations 1B
and 1C.

5.1 Live List

“Colours make it easy…”

The Live List is a matrix that continuously lists all the available devices. It is directly visible which devices are
‘troublemakers’. With different background colors, the status of the devices is displayed (see Fig. 38):

 Green: Device is in Data Exchange

 Yellow: Device is lost (the time-out is adjustable, see paragraph 4.5)
 Red: Parameter fault
 Purple: Configuration fault
 No color: On the bus but not in Data Exchange

The Live List can also generate the product name of the devices when a diagnostic message is captured
(synchronized with the GSD library).

The button ‘Display Legend’ pops up a window explaining all colours in more detail.

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 Monitoring 4
networks

Similar Live List as

ProfiTrace 2

Fig. 38 - ProfiTrace Live List

5.1.1 Updating the GSD file library

The procedure below describes how to update the GSD file information in ComBricks so that all devices in the
Live List have a full model name.

STEP 1: Start regular ProfiTrace (2.6 or higher, no license required).

STEP 2: Copy all GSD files you require into the ProfiTrace GSD directory. This is usually
".....\ProfiTrace_Vx_x_x\GSD".

STEP 3: Create a ComBricks GSD library (Settings > Create ComBricks GSD library).
A question is asked if you want to re-scan the GSD files. Select YES followed by (re)Scan
GSDs. Click ‘Close’ when the process has been finalized.

STEP 4: A pop-up box allows us to select the destination folder.

Select a (temporary) destination folder for the file GSD.BIN, for example the Windows
desktop.)

STEP 5: GSD.BIN has to be copied to the SD card of the ComBricks. You can do this by inserting it in
your PC or FTP (admin account).

STEP 6: After inserting the SD card back into the Head Station or closing the FTP session, the GSD
information is directly available in the Live List. Paragraph 17.1 describes a method of
testing the updated GSD.BIN.

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5.2 Statistics

“Click and go…”

The statistics matrix is the most powerful feature of the analyzer. This field can really indicate what the
condition of the installation is. It displays all the important information that a user, especially a maintenance
technician, is really interested in (see Fig. 39):

 Retry messages
 Fall-outs
 Diagnostic messages
 Location of the connected devices, etc.

Paragraph 5.9 describes the statistics and when they occur.

Monitoring 4
networks

Similar Statistics as
ProfiTrace 2

Fig. 39 - ProfiTrace OE Statistics

Because of this feature, the user does not have to inspect messages or do difficult operations to ensure the
quality of the installation.

If the statistics do NOT show deviations, the installation is on the 1st degree OK.

Here it stops for the technician who is only interested in a quick feedback. The advanced technician can
proceed with a message recording and an inspection of the signal quality.

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5.3 Message recording

“Catch it all…”

The message recording in ProfiTrace OE follows a different strategy than ProfiTrace 2. Within ProfiTrace 2, the
user needs to setup the message recording first and is he responsible to start it himself.

Because ComBricks is a unit for permanent monitoring, it automatically starts a message recording when an
event has been detected. The following event automatically starts a message recording again.

When the unit is purchased or reset, it is automatically triggered on the statistic "Lost". This works directly after
startup. The user can change the settings during operation (see Fig. 40).

The recorded files can be opened with an offline ProfiTrace 2 (no license required).

Trigger settings.
Lost is default

Recording range

Automatic
re-triggering
Already recorded files
from network 1

Fig. 40 - Setup recording trigger

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
The automatic triggering can generate 1000 .PTC files per network4. After 1000 files have been
generated, the follow-up event will delete the oldest file and replace it with the latest event. This
system secures the storage space of the SD card.

 .PTC files can be opened with ProfiTrace 2.5.3 and higher (offline and no licenses required).

The file name contains the MAC address of the Head Station, the network number and the file number (0-999).

5.4 Event configuration

For generating emails and entries in the network log, the event configuration has to be set for each network.
Fig. 41 shows an example with multiple event options.
Paragraph 5.9 describes the events and when they occur.

Every network can be Event configuration

configured individually for E-Mail and Log

Multiple options
for an event:
- Off
- Once
- Interval

Fig. 41 - Event configuration

To reduce an unwanted overload of emails or log entries, the events can be set to Off, Once or Interval.

4
This feature is available in firmware version 1.264 and higher.

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Even parameter Description Retrigger required

Off No event generation.

Once Event will be generated once (1-shot). Yes

Interval Event will be generated once within the customized interval No

time. After the interval time the event is automatically
retriggered to be generated in the next interval. If no trigger
was captured in the new interval period, no event will be
generated.

The interval time can be customized between 1 minute and 365 days.

5.5 Tag name configuration

Every ComBricks module and every station in every network can be tagged with a name.

Fig. 42 - Tag name configuration screen

The first block of tag names is used to assign tags to the ComBricks modules.
Each tag must have the format slot:name, where slot is the slot number. The tag names are limited to 16
characters. The Colon (:) and quote (‘ or “) characters cannot be used.

The second to the fifth block of tag names are used to assign tags to individual stations in each network.

Tag names are stored on the SD card. Use the ‘Backup’ and ‘Restore’ feature to reload the names if you change
the Head Station, see paragraph 4.12.

The tag names are visible in the Channel List page if you hover over a module or station address. It is also
possible to show the tag names in the Live List:

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Tag names of modules are also displayed in drop-down references to modules and in tables on the following
pages:
 Oscilloscope Images
 Oscilloscope Error Images
 Oscilloscope configuration
 Bar Graphs
 PA measurements
 Network Configuration
 Output Control configuration

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5.6 Oscilloscope images

“The easiest PROFIBUS oscilloscope ever…”

SCOPE repeater modules have an integrated oscilloscope to measure the signal quality of the telegrams. The
oscilloscope has an interface with the web server to display the signals from the devices which are connected
to its channel. After opening the web page, all oscilloscope signals are displayed and updated live.

The SCOPE repeater is the most easy to use PROFIBUS oscilloscope available:
 You do NOT have to touch the installation
 Works automatically, even images saves to SD card (since firmware version 1.286)
 Oscilloscope data is never mistaken with the wrong segment
 No probe wiring
 No spur lines

By clicking on the oscilloscope waveform of a device, the oscilloscope triggers on the respective device and
displays its signals in a new page.

 The SCOPE repeater is only able to do differential measurements.

Selected slots
Oscilloscope images of
all connected devices
behind this SCOPE
repeater

Fig. 43 - Oscilloscope images from all devices

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5.6.1 Oscilloscope Configuration
The following changes can be made to the Oscilloscope pages:
 Number of images per page
 Line color
 Error images buffer type
 Auto-save images to SD –card
 Termination min/max level
 Bargraph OK level
 For DP-IS (Ex) and PA modules: Specific trigger levels

Click the Oscilloscope Config in the left menu to change these settings.

Fig. 44 - Oscilloscope configuration

5.6.1.1 Max number of images per page

You can change the number of scope images per page. If you want a larger overview of all stations, choose a
larger number. But keep in mind that one image is updated every second (by default, can be changed in
General Settings). So if you have many nodes, it will take a long time to refresh all the images on the page.

5.6.1.2 Line Color

You can change the line color of the scope. Default is purple for clear contrast when printing the page.

5.6.1.3 Error images buffer type

The error images buffer type can be set to Ring Buffer (default) or ‘ Stop when full’. The ring buffer keeps
recording new images to memory, so you can keep refreshing the page for new error messages. The module
keeps a maximum of 16 latest images in memory. The ‘ Stop when full’ mode only logs the first 16 error images
and 16 into memory, and then stops recording.

5.6.1.4 Auto save images to SD card

This feature (available since firmware version v1.286) makes sure the images are periodically saved to the SD
card, so they are not lost in the event of a power-cycle.

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Every 15 minutes the following images are saved automatically if they need to be updated:
 The Min and Max image types per address per module (so a maximum of 2 x 127 per module)
 Bar Graph (one per module)
 Error images (maximum 16 per module)

If all images have been saved to SD card, one entry per module will be added to the system log. This makes it
possible to check if an image has been saved to SD card after a certain event or error.

The first 16 error images are saved to SD card. After this, the Scope module saves another 16 images in
memory. These can be saved manually to SD card by clicking on ‘ Refresh scope images’ in the Oscilloscope
Images page of the corresponding module.

The images are saved in an XML-based vector format .svg which can be viewed in any compatible browser.
Recommended is Internet Explorer 9 or higher. You can also find freeware SVG file viewers in the Internet.

The images are located in the following folder on the SD card: /mmc$/graphs/
You can access the path via any FTP-capable browser, FTP program or simply put the SD-card in your PC (but
make sure the SD card is write-protected when you insert it in the PC). See paragraph 4.8.3 for more
information.

5.6.1.5 Termination level

For regular Scope Repeater modules you can change the Termination min and max trigger level. This changes
the idle voltage limit. Normally the idle voltage should be around 1V. You can change the sensitivity of this
measurement. If the level is exceeded, the red LED ‘ TERM’ will illuminate.

5.6.1.6 Bargraph OK limit

You can change the red line in the Bar Graph which is the trigger point for the red ‘MIN’ LED on the Scope
module. If the installation is very stable with high amplitudes of 4V and more, you might consider raising the
Bargraph OK limit to 3V for example. Or if you have problems with a certain slave which cannot get a higher
amplitude than 2.5V, you can lower the limit to 2V.

5.6.2 Oscilloscope Images

The oscilloscope modules can be viewed by Select ComBricks
module and image
clicking on the ‘Oscilloscope images’ menu on type
the left of the webserver screen.

If more than one module with Scope

functionality has been installed in the
ComBricks, you can select that module in the
drop-down list and see Scope images from
devices connected to that module.

The Image type lets you view the Last, Min or

Max scope image. The Min and Max are the
lowest and the highest measured amplitudes.

Fig. 45 - Oscilloscope images

When the ‘Min’ value drops below the configured ‘Bargraph OK limit’ (default 2.5V) the red LED ‘Min’ will
illuminate on the Scope module. To reset the ‘Min’ and ‘Max’ values simply click the ‘Reset oscilloscope images’
button.

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5.6.3 Oscilloscope errors
Whenever an illegal message is seen by ComBricks, and the message occurred on a module with a Scope, you
will be able to find the signal of that illegal message. This is very useful for troubleshooting, because it captures
the moment of a failure. This makes it easy to prove EMC or other cable problems.

Select ComBricks
module

Fig. 46 - Oscilloscope error images

You can view the Scope Error images per slot. The Head Station can hold 16 error images per slot in memory,
and if there are more than 16 error images you can click ‘Refresh error images’ to load these.

To clear all error messages from memory click ‘Reset scope error images’.

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5.7 Bar graph
The Bar graph illustrates the average signal strength from all available connected devices behind a specific
SCOPE repeater. It is a helpful utility to get an impression of the overall signal quality of the network.

The average amplitude should be around 5 V. When there are bus problems the Bar graph will display different
Voltage levels and the color of the bars will change.

Selected module

Signal quality

Fig. 47 - Bar graph

5.8 Streaming with ProfiTrace 2

Streaming with ProfiTrace 2 is a feature that allows the user to use the ProfiTrace 2 software and create a
scenario as if a ProfiCore is connected to the PC. ProfiTrace 2 is a software tool used by thousands of engineers
worldwide, so there is much experience with this tool. A license for ProfiTrace 2 is NOT required!

Streaming with ProfiTrace 2 only works under the following circumstances and settings:
Only Head Stations Type 1B or 1C with firmware V1.253 or higher
 Max. 1.5 Mbps (PROFIBUS)
 Clean TCP/IP connection
 ProfiTrace 2.6.0 or higher
 Only 1 ComBricks connection

After successfully installing ProfiTrace 2, you can find a 'ProfiTrace v2.x for ComBricks' in the start menu of
Windows (see Fig. 48).

This is the standard ProfiTrace2.exe, but with an additional parameter; ProfiTrace2.exe" -_CBMODE_

After Starting 'ProfiTrace V2.x for ComBricks' ProfiTrace will initially look very similar to the regular version, but
now with a reduced number of program option tabs offered near top of screen. The ScopeWare, Bargraph,
Topology, ProfiCaptain and other tabs/menus are missing to the right of the single ProfiTrace tab (see Fig. 48).

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Fig. 48 - Starting ProfiTrace 2 for ComBricks

 2. Connect to a
COMbricks unit

1. Start this
shortcut from the
Start Menu

After clicking on the 'Connect ComBricks' button, a mid-screen dialogue window is displayed which is used to
setup the connection with ComBricks (see Fig. 49).

Available
connections

Start discovery tool

Important parameters!
(network, user and
password)

Start connection

Fig. 49 - Setting up the connection

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Important parameters for the connection and the streaming process:
 IP number
 User type and password
 Network number

 If one of the connection parameters is incorrect, the connection will

not be established or no data is streamed. It is recommended
to start the discovery tool to verify the IP connection.

Multiple connection instances can be saved and loaded each with their own connection parameters.


ComBricks itself can handle 1 streaming connection, but on the PC
multiple ProfiTrace instances can be opened that simultaneously
communicate with different ComBricks units.

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5.9 Summary of Statistics and Events
This paragraph contains a description of the items listed in the statistics and/or events.

Statistics Description Critical

Lost How many times a device in data exchange fails to respond after YES
the maximum retries have been reached. Lost is retriggered when
the device recovers back to data exchange and fails to respond
again.
 Live List will indicate a yellow colored address (after time-out).
 When the device was already lost after the activation of
ProfiTrace Lost will not be updated. Only Syncs will indicate the
problem.

Syncs Attempts of the master to contact a device for the first time or YES
establish a communication relationship. This occurs in most cases (in most
after station lost, device unavailability or startup of the master. In cases)
the statistics view this values adds up relatively quick.
 Some DCS systems read diagnostics all the time with Syncs ON.
 - Live List could indicate a yellow colored address.

Repeats Total Attempt of the master to get a response from an unanswered YES
telegram. The response did not come or has content errors. The
maximum amount of repeats a master attempts can be customized
in the master.
 When the retries have reached the limit, the master goes to the
Syncs state

Repeats Max This value represents the highest amount of retries that were YES
(worst sequence) attempted on this specific device in one cycle.
 This value will never get higher than the retry value that has
been setup in the master.

Illegal Responses The response to a master request telegram contains framing errors YES
(parity error, wrong FCS, SD error, etc). This mostly happens with
EMC and cabling problems.
 When this statistic adds up relatively quick, it could also be a
double device address.

Internal Diag Negative responses at the lowest telegram level (Layer 2: FDL) and NO
are rare. In the telegram recording you will see SD1 telegrams with
for example an RS (Reject Service) or RR (Reject Resources).
Examples of situations where this occurs:
 DP-V1 connections to DP-V0 devices.
 Watchdog has run out on a DP device and the master sends a
Data Exchange output telegram.
 Non-certified DP devices that do not support a specific
service/command or cannot handle a command in time.

External Diag All responses from Get Diagnostics requests from all masters. NO

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Statistics Description Critical

Diag while in DX Only responses to Get Diagnostics requests from the master that YES
controls this slave (primary class 1 master). (in most
 When the first 2 bytes of the diagnostic content contains a 08 cases)
0C or 08 04, a red indicator blinks in the left corner of the
device in the Live List (critical content).

Master lost One of the masters is not active after getting the token; it is not YES
responding anymore. Note that this also happens when a Class 2 (in most
DP-V1 master is disabled. cases)

Baudrate change The detected baudrate of the PROFIBUS network has been YES (in most
changed. cases)

Low/High signal At least one station has a too low (in DP and PA networks) or too YES
(Bargraph) high (in PA networks only) amplitude.

Redundancy Failure One of the redundant cables has failed. NO

PA signal and levels PA values such as jitter, DC voltage or DC noise out of range. YES

Fiber Optic signal Fiber Optic signal is out of range. YES

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6 Head Station 1A/1B/1C
The Head Station is the primary element of ComBricks and has to be inserted in the most left
slot of the fixed backplane socket. It schedules the interaction between all modules and
provides data storage and an Ethernet interface for the user.

6.1 Overview
Type 1A is the basic model and ALL Head Stations are hardware technically identical with type
1A.

Type 1B and 1C are enhanced types that contain a ProfiTrace core and advanced web server for
permanent remote maintenance of the PROFIBUS installation over Ethernet (hardware is
identical as a type 1A).

 Type 1A: NO monitoring capabilities, no streaming, no OPC

 Type 1B: Monitors 1 PROFIBUS network + ProfiTrace 2 streaming + OPC (since June 2013)
 Type 1C: Monitors 4 PROFIBUS networks + ProfiTrace 2 streaming + OPC

For the monitoring with ProfiTrace OE, repeater modules or slave modules are required to provide PROFIBUS
telegrams on the backplane network.

Head Station type 1B and 1C are able to stream live data directly in the ProfiTrace 2 software package over
Ethernet. ProfiTrace 2 will run with full monitoring functionality and the user can benefit from its features.

The Head Station provides power to all modules through its redundant power supply.

Table 3 - Head Station comparison

Head Station 1C Head Station 1B Head Station 1A

(101-20011C) (101-20011B) (101-20011A)

Backplane networks 4 4 4
(for repeater modules)

Web server YES YES YES

CommDTM / Class 2 master YES YES YES

SNMP YES YES YES

ProfiTrace OE networks 4 1 -
(for monitoring) (ALL networks) (network 1)

Oscilloscope features YES YES -

ProfiTrace 2 live streaming YES YES -

OPC YES YES -

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6.2 Relay contact
With the relay contact it is possible to react on an event (retries, lost, bus voltage too low, etc). It is also
possible to control the relay manual or on a timer. Refer to Paragraph 4.7 for details. The relay is capable of
switching 0.5 A - 24 VAC.

6.3 SD card
The SD card is used to store ProfiTrace file recording data, logs, the GSD info file and backup settings.

By default a 1 GB SD card is supplied together with the Head Station, but it can be exchanged by an SD card
with a maximum size of 32 GB.

The SD card is addressable directly with an FTP client. In the FTP software the SD card has a drive letter with a
directory structure, on which files can be read and written from and to the SD card. When the password is set
in the web server, this same password has to be used by the FTP software to establish a connection.

6.3.1 Inserting/replacing the SD card

The socket is located on the front plate of the Head Station.

To remove the SD card, gently press it inwards. The SD card is unlocked and released from the socket.

With insertion, just insert the SD card in the socket and press it inwards. The SD card socket has a polarity to
make sure it is not inserted backwards.


The SD card is hot swappable, but there is a risk that
monitoring data is lost when the system wants to write
at exactly the same time as the removal or insertion.

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6.3.2 Life cycle of the SD card
The life of a SD card depends on the following factors:
 Number of read and write operations
 Ambient temperature

At an ambient temperature of up to 60 °C the SD card has a service life of 10-years at maximum 100000
write/delete sequences.

If the maximum number of read and write operations has exceeded the limits, data loss may be possible.

6.3.3 Directories and files

The following directories have been standardized for ComBricks and are in most cases located on the SD card;

Directories Description

/Busmon ProfiTrace message recording files

(Head Station type 1B and 1C only)

/Log Log files

/Doc Contains the web server download page

(See Paragraph 4.10 on how to set it up)

Files and extensions Description

Journal.DAT System file

(Do not delete or remove it)

GSD.BIN File with GSD information for the Live List.

(Generated with the ProfiTrace 2 software).
See Paragraph 5.1.1 how to generate this file.

SETTINGS.INI Head Station settings

(IP address, name, location, etc.)

LICxxxxxxx.TXT License files

.PTC ProfiTrace OE message recoding files. (located in the "Busmon" directory). The
files can be opened with ProfiTrace V2.5.3 and higher (See Paragraph 5.3 on
how to generate PTC files).

.PKG Firmware files

.CSV Log files

(located in the "Log" directory)

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6.4 Audio jack
Not supported. This connector is removed from hardware versions higher than 1.5.

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6.5 Switch navigation of the Head Station 1A/1B/1C

Normal
menu
(NL)
Done
Execution
confirmed Hold up
(XC) For 5 seconds

Special
Menu
(SL)

Tap Down

Hold Wait
Read settings
Done up for key
from SD card
5 seconds (L1)

Tap Down/Up

Hold Wait Timeout,

Save settings
Done up for key or held down
to SD card
5 seconds (L2) for 5 seconds

Description
Tap Down/Up

NL Normal mode
Hold Wait (starting point)
Clear
Done up for key
password
5 seconds (L3) SL All LEDs Blinking

L1 RDY Blinking
Tap Down/Up

L2 ETH Blinking
Reset to Hold Wait
Done factory up for key L3 SF Blinking
defaults 5 seconds (L4)
L4 IOF Blinking

Tap Down/Up L5 USB Blinking

Hold Wait
XC LED walk through all
Done Warm start up for key the LEDs
5 seconds (L5)
Tap Down/Up

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6.6 LEDs on the Head Station
In the tables below the LEDs of the Head Stations during normal operation are described. The LED conditions in
firmware update and menu mode are not described here.

RDY - Ready OFF Blinking ON

Starting up X

Run X

ETH - Ethernet OFF Blinking ON

No Ethernet link established X

DHCP configuration is pending X

Ethernet link established X

SF - System failure on the Head Station OFF Blinking ON

OK X

Backplane voltage too low (under 5,5 VDC) or current draw Fast
to high (above 2,5 A)

Clock-chip error Slow

(contact your local Distributor or PROCENTEC)

Internal component or firmware error X

(contact your local Distributor or PROCENTEC)

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IOF - Failure on modules OFF Blinking ON

OK X

High speed module in slot 11-32 X

More than 32 modules found X

Module NOT identified X

USB - Mini USB connecting OFF Blinking ON

No USB connection X

USB connection X

SD card OFF Blinking ON

No SD card inserted X

SD card inserted (activity) X

SD card inserted (no activity) X

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7 Repeater modules (RS 485)
The standard RS 485 PROFIBUS repeater modules can be a 1 or 2
channel type. Suitable for 12 Mbps with screw terminals,
additional DB9 connector, onboard termination, diagnostic LEDs
and redundancy feature.

The advanced 12 Mbps core of the repeater module is identical as

the ProfiHub and repeater B1; it can be cascaded unlimitedly and
has increased RS 485 strength. It does not have the frustrating
short-circuit bug and the bus communication is constantly
monitored for glitches which are digitally filtered out. Every
channel has on-board switchable termination and is able to drive
31 devices.

The repeater channels are directly connected with the ProfiTrace

OE core in the 1B/1C Head Station. Busmonitor data is directly available in the web server.


10 Repeater modules can be inserted in the backplane. This is independent of the amount of
channels on the repeater modules.


This chapter does not apply to the characteristics of the RS 485-IS Barrier module. It has been listed
for comparison purposes only. For a detailed description of the RS 485-IS Barrier module, refer to
chapter 8.

1CH Repeater 2CH Repeater 1CH SALT repeater 1CH RS485-IS

1CH SCOPE Rep.
module module module Rep.
(101-201210)
(101-201101) (101-201102) (101-201710) (101-201410)

Channels 1 2 1 1 1

Networks 4 4 4 4 4

Redundancy YES YES YES YES YES

ProfiTrace YES YES YES YES YES

(busmonitor)

Oscilloscope NO NO YES YES YES

(bus signals /
bargraph)

EMC and NO NO NO YES NO

cable
improving

Intrinsically NO NO NO NO YES
safe See chapter 8

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7.1 Multiple channels per module
Repeater modules contain 1 or 2 channels. Fig. 50 illustrates a 2 channel repeater module. Every channel can
be assigned to a specific backplane network by means of the NW dipswitches or the web server.

 NOTICE:

Since March 2014 the 2 Channel modules are fitted with new, more robust screw terminals.

Old modules: The channels (CHx) have 2 screw terminals (IN and OUT, for the bus connection) and a
termination switch.

New modules: The channels have 1 screw terminal and a termination switch. In most cases, the channel starts
here so the termination must be set to ‘ON’. If the channel is not the beginning, use the DB9 connector, see
paragraph 3.11.2. Alternatively, use the dual ground clip (supplied with the new models) to install two cables in
one screw terminal, see Fig. 26.

Fig. 50 - Multiple channels per module

ProfiTrace OE is able to monitor 4 PROFIBUS networks with 2 units of 2 channel repeater modules.

The DB9 connector is connected 1-on-1 to the connectors of channel 1 (see Fig. 50).

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7.2 Channel structure
Every Channel is electrically isolated and internally connected to one of the transparent PROFIBUS networks on
the backplane (see Fig. 51).

The shielding of the PROFIBUS cable can be directly grounded or indirectly grounded (see Paragraph 7.4).

The termination is switchable and powered by the repeater module. A LED on the front of the module or in the
web server diagnostics indicate the status of the termination switch.

 For the old models: When the termination is switched ON, the OUT connector of the specific
channel is disconnected. If it is activated on Channel 1, the DB9 connector is NOT disconnected. In
that case, check for possible termination errors. An extra termination on the connected plug could
jeopardize the communication on the segment. See paragraph 3.11 for examples.

Fig. 51 - Channel structure of the repeater modules

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7.3 EMC barrier
The galvanic isolation and bit recovery circuit in the repeater modules, make the ComBricks perfect to act as an
EMC barrier for sensitive areas.

Fig. 52 - ComBricks as EMC barrier

7.4 Grounding system

There are 3 methods to ground the PROFIBUS cable:
1) Direct grounding
2) Indirect grounding (through a capacitor)
3) Combination of direct and indirect.

In most cases it is recommended always to use Direct Grounding with the power supply and the shielding of
the PROFIBUS cables. If you do not want to ground all or some cables to the common ground, the cable
shielding should be connected to pin ‘I’. A capacitor with a parallel high value resistor will separate the 2
potentials (see Fig. 51).

If the Direct Grounding is connected with the Indirect Grounding by mistake, the Direct Grounding “wins”.

7.5 Baudrate detection

It takes less than 10 seconds for a module to detect the baudrate (in practice it will be around 3 seconds). The
detection mechanism is started when telegrams enter the module from the field side (not the backplane). If the
baudrate has been detected, the 'ER' LED will be OFF.

When the baudrate has been detected, the module has to "see" a valid telegram within 50 seconds, otherwise
the module unlocks the baudrate and the 'ER' LED will be ON.

7.6 PROFIBUS DP cable lengths

The length of the PROFIBUS cable connected to the repeater channels should comply with the PROFIBUS DP
cable specifications for RS 485.

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Fig. 53 - PROFIBUS DP cable lengths

7.7 PROFIBUS DP cable specifications

The cable should comply with the PROFIBUS DP cable specifications for RS 485.

Table 4 - PROFIBUS DP cable specifications

Parameter Value Parameter Value

Wires 2 (twisted) Wire diameter ≥ 0.64 mm

Impedance 150 Ohm (3 to 20 MHz) Wire area ≥ 0.32 mm2

Capacity ≤ 30 pF/m Shielding resistance ≤ 9.5 Ohm/km

Loop resistance ≤ 110 Ohm/km

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7.8 PROFIBUS DP cable types
The repeater modules can handle PROFIBUS cable based on multiple protection sheaths with a diameter
between 6 to 12 mm (when the grounding clip is used).

 Robust cable
 Food cable
 Ground cable
 Trailing cable
 Festoon cable
 Fire and heat cable
 Flexible cable
 Shipboard cable
 Rodent protection cable

Robust cable Flexible cable

Hybrid cable Food cable Shipboard cable

Trailing cable Festoon cable FRNC cable

Fig. 54 - Supported PROFIBUS cable types

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7.9 Redundancy
The bus redundancy technology of the repeater modules is very advanced. A redundant system can be built
using 10 parallel cables. This architecture provides extremely high availability. It is compatible with the RLM01
from ABB.

The redundancy procedure is very simple;

All the repeater channels of the specific application have to be assigned to the same network group. The
repeater channels that carry the redundant task have to be activated with the RED switch. After a reset or
power-up the redundancy system works directly.

ComBricks locks itself to the first redundant channel that has a valid start delimiter.
If this channel does not have valid telegrams anymore, ComBricks locks itself to the next redundant channel
with a valid start delimiter. There is no logic which redundant channel is selected.


It is recommended to use single-channel repeater modules for redundant applications. If a module
should fail, the replacement (pull/plug and wiring) will not affect the other redundant repeater
modules (channels).

Fig. 55 illustrates an application with 3 redundant segments. 3 Repeater modules of each ComBricks are set
with the RED switch set to ON and are wired to the redundant segments.

The devices and the controller(s) are connected to the regular repeater modules. The maximum amount of
devices which is allowed behind a regular repeater module depends on the application (between 1 and 31
devices).

Fig. 55 - Application with 3 redundant segments

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7.10 Mixing with other repeaters
Normally it is advised not to mix regular repeaters because of the limitation in cascading that these repeaters
have (caused by the bit width alteration due to internal opto-couplers and digital electronics).

ComBricks regenerates the telegrams (same as a ProfiHub or B1 Repeater). This means there is just a small
delay time, but no limitations in cascading.
If you mix ComBricks with other repeaters you only have to follow the cascading rules of the other repeater
manufacturer. If the other repeaters are also from PROCENTEC, you can cascade and mix without problems.

Keep in mind that monitoring will fully work, but the SCOPE repeaters only measure the signals up to the first
repeater module.

200 m 200 m

40 41 3 4

1.5 Mbps
10 11 5 6 7

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7.11 LEDs of the repeater module
The LEDs on the repeater modules are very useful for visual diagnostics.

Table 5 - LEDs on the standard repeater module

OFF Blinking ON

RDY
Repeater module has Head Station is Repeater module has
NOT been configured yet. configuring the repeater been configured and is
module. operational

RX
NO valid telegrams 1 or more devices are 1 or more devices are
detected on this channel. communicating on this communicating on this
channel. channel.

ER
The baudrate has been Problem in the cabling This channel has not
detected. has been detected on this detected the baudrate (yet)
channel. or there is a problem with
the wiring of the cable.

SW Internal termination for this Internal termination for this

channel is OFF. channel has been activated.

Table 6 - Additional LEDs on the SCOPE repeater module

OFF Blinking ON

MIN
Valid telegram signal Telegram signal
amplitude (> 2.5 V) amplitude is too low
(< 2.5 V)

TERM
Valid idle voltage Idle voltage is too low
(~ 1 V). (< 1 V)

HWE
Repeater is Internal repeater error
operational. (contact PROCENTEC)

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8 RS 485-IS Barrier module
The ComBricks RS 485 Intrinsic Safety barrier is capable of creating segments for use in potentially explosive
atmospheres. It complies with the specifications for PROFIBUS DP in IS segments and drives 31 RS 485-IS
PROFIBUS DP devices. ProfiTrace and an Oscilloscope are integrated and also suitable for Intrinsic Safety.

The RS 485-IS barrier is the only available product for remotely monitoring IS segments over Ethernet from the
safe zone. Because of the permanent mounting of the barrier, the user does not have to touch the installation
anymore. This avoids hot permits and other paper work.

As an alternative it can also be used as a busmonitor on existing IS segments created by 3rd party barriers.

The IS barrier can be mixed on the backplane with other ComBricks modules, such as the PROFIBUS PA, Fiber
Optic and regular RS 485 modules.

x
Ethernet The only Ex barrier with an integrated
ProfiTrace and oscilloscope for remote
monitoring over Ethernet from the safe
- ProfiTrace in a web server zone.
- Oscilloscope in a web server
- FDT/DTM Can also be used on existing segments.

31 devices per IS module.

Certified for; II (2) G [Ex ia Gb] IIC

PLC/DCS

x
Zone 1 equipment

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8.1 Compliancy and certificates
The RS 485-IS Barrier module complies with:

II (2) G [Ex ia Gb] IIC

EN-IEC60079-0: 2009
EN-IEC60079-11: 2012
EN-IEC60079-25: 2010
PROFIBUS International IS Installation Guidelines
Certification number: DEKRA 12ATEX019

Fig. 56 - Dekra ATEX Certificate

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8.2 Channel structure
Every Channel is electrically isolated and internally connected to the transparent PROFIBUS networks on the
backplane (see Fig. 51).

The shielding of the PROFIBUS cable is grounded 1-on-1 to the DIN rail.

Isolated Area
Ex ia voltage
and current
limiters

Scope
Network Isolation
Selector Circuit
DGND

To Ground Clamp on
bottom of module
DB9-IS
RS 485-IS
Circuit
1 2 3 4 NW0/NW1

4 PROFIBUS
Networks
(Backplane)
To grounding of
other Channels and DIN-rail

8.3 Connecting the cable

Connect the cable to the module with a DB9 connector on the front of the module. The DB9 connector must be
suitable for use in Intrinsically safe networks, and the internal termination shall have a value of 200 Ohms.

 Do not connect a cable which is connected to non-IS components. This will damage the internal
electronics and makes the use of this module dangerous in Intrinsically Safe segments.

8.4 Grounding system

Always use Direct Grounding with the power supply and the shielding of the PROFIBUS cables. If you do not
want to ground all or some cables to the common ground, the cable shielding should be connected to pin ‘I’. A
capacitor with a parallel high value resistor will separate the 2 potentials (see Fig. 51).
If by accident the Direct Grounding is connected with the Indirect Grounding, the Direct Grounding “wins”.

8.5 Baudrate detection

Refer to paragraph 7.5 for a description of the baudrate detection.

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8.6 PROFIBUS DP cable lengths
The length of the PROFIBUS cable connected to the repeater channels should comply with the PROFIBUS DP
cable specifications for RS 485-IS.

Baudrate (kbps) 9.6 19.2 45.45 93.75 187.5 500 1500

Segment length (m) 1200 1200 1200 1200 1000 400 200

Example: 1000 m cable per channel at 187.5 kbps

PROFIBUS DP PROFIBUS DP-IS

Max. 31 devices 14
11 12 13 15

8.7 PROFIBUS DP cable specifications

The cable should comply with the PROFIBUS DP cable specifications for RS 485-IS.

Table 7 - PROFIBUS DP cable specifications

Parameter Value Parameter Value

Wires 2 (twisted) Wire diameter ≥ 0.64 mm

Impedance 135..165 Ohms at 3..20 MHz Wire area ≥ 0.34 mm2

Capacity ≤ 30 pF/m Shielding resistance ≤ 9.5 Ohm/km

Loop resistance ≤ 110 Ohm/km

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8.8 LEDs and DIP switches of the repeater module
The LEDs on the repeater modules are very useful for visual diagnostics.

Repeater Module Communication

status error or bad
telegrams

Data received Repeater internal

failure

Signal amplitude of
The idle voltage the telegrams
when no station is is too low
sending is too low
Network 1: NW0 = L, NW1 = L
Network 2: NW0 = R, NW1 = L
Network 3: NW0 = L, NW1 = R
Dipswitches or web Network 4: NW0 = R, NW1 = R
server settings
Redundancy for the
current network

8.9 Redundancy
Refer to paragraph 7.9 for a description of the redundancy system.

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9 Fiber optic module (2FO-001)
The 2 channel PROFIBUS fiber optic module is suitable for 3 km multimode cable. This module
enables long cable distances and a galvanic isolation between devices and segments. It can be
deployed in a point-to-point, bus, star and hub topology.

The fiber optic modules can be placed side by side with repeaters modules. Just like any other
communication module, the channels are directly connected with the ProfiTrace OE core in the
Head Station. Busmonitor data is directly available in the web server.

ComBricks can easily be transformed to a fully dedicated fiber optic hub mixed with copper
segments. The hub topology delivers an optimized delay time and live expansion.

The advanced 12 Mbps core of the fiber optic module can be cascaded unlimitedly with other
fiber modules. It contains diagnostic LEDs and supports the redundancy feature. The fiber
connection is utilized by 4 ST/BFOC connectors.

 The 2FO-001 does not support ring redundancy.

See chapter 10 for modules that do support ring topologies.

9.1 Topologies
The ComBricks fiber optic module supports multiple topologies: point-to-point, bus, star and hub topology (see
Fig. 57).

3 km

3 km

Mix of topologies and

Point-to-point with split up interfaces in the same or
over the same or different different networks
networks
Point-to-point in a hub
topology
3 km

3 km
3 km 3 km
Point-to-point (redundant)

Point-to-point bus structure

Fig. 57 - Fiber optic topologies

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Fiber optic communication is in all situations point-to-point where the receiver and transmitter wires are
crossed. The combination of modules can create complex topologies like; bus and star/hub topologies. Every
topology has its own advantages and disadvantages.

9.1.1 Bus topology with ComBricks

 Long delay time
 Long range possible (cascading)
 Extendable only at the ends (without adding new modules)

9.1.2 Star/Hub topology with ComBricks

 Relative short delay time (no busparameter adjustments required)
 Adjustable at any time
 More module are required
 High availability

9.2 Delay time

Fiber optic applications require a delay time calculation to adjust the Slottime busparameter in the
configuration of the master(s). ComBricks complies with the following formulas:

FO cable delay = (5 ∗ 10−6 ) × FO cable length × Baudrate

Example: 1.5 Mbps, 3 km FO cable

FO cable delay = 0.000005 × 3 × 1500000 = 22.5 TBit

Tdelay = (FO cable delay + (2 × Module delay time)) × 2

Continued example: 1.5 Mbps, 22.5 TBit FO delay:

Tdelay = (22.5 + (2 × 1.8)) × 2 = 𝟓𝟐. 𝟐 TBit

This is between 2 fiber optic modules! More calculations have to be done when more modules are involved
(see Fig. 58).

The total delay for the entire network has to be added to the Slottime setting in the busparameters of the
master.

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 3 km

1 km
Tdelay
52.2 Tbit

Tdelay
22.2 Tbit

backplane backplane backplane

Fig. 58 - Fiber optic delay time

9.3 Baudrate detection

See paragraph 7.5 for an explanation.

9.4 Fiber optic modules in redundancy mode

For correct pass-through of telegrams in redundancy mode, keep in mind that the delay time is longer in this
mode. Increase the MinTSDR busparameter to at least 20 bittimes.

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10 Fiber Optic Ring module (FOR-MM1 / SM1 / XM1)
The PROFIBUS Fiber Optic Ring module makes it possible to create
reliable ring structured fiber optic connections over multimode, single
mode or a mix of these modes. It is a galvanic isolation between devices
and segments and can be used over long distances. It is even possible to
create chain structured networks by using two or more modules in one
ComBricks set.

The fiber optic ring modules can be placed side by side with repeater
modules. Just like any other communication module, the channels are
directly connected with the ProfiTrace OE core in the Head Station.
Busmonitor data is directly available in the web server.

The use of mixed mode modules enables network designs with multimode
and single mode.

 Firmware version v1.288 or higher is required to run these modules. Please update your firmware
before using the Fiber Optic Ring modules.

10.1 Topologies
The ComBricks Fiber Optic Ring Module supports many topologies:

Multimode Ring
Single mode Ring
Mixed mode Ring

Redundant ring Point-to-point, redundant

Multimode Ring Single mode Ring Multimode Ring

Redundant chain, mixed

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 Point-to-point with split-up
over the same network

Point-to-point in a hub topology

MM SM MM

Point-to-point bus structure, mixed multimode and single mode

10.2 Delay time

Fiber optic applications require a delay time calculation to adjust the Slottime busparameter in the
configuration of the master(s). To calculate the total delay including the fiber optic modules and extra time for
ring events, use the following formula:

TSLOT ≥ MaxTSDR + (FOlength × FOdelay) + (NFO-modules × Ndelay)

FOlength = Total length of fiber optic cable in km

FOdelay = Delay of fiber optic cable per km in bit times (see table)
NFO-modules = Number of fiber optic modules in ring
Ndelay = Delay of one fiber optic module (see table)

The above formula can be completed with the values in the following table:

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Baudrate MaxTSDR FOdelay (in bit times) Ndelay (in bit times)

12Mbps 800 240 84

6Mbps 450 120 43

3Mbps 250 60 22

1.5 Mbps 150 30 12

500 kbps 100 10 6

187.5 kbps 60 3 5

93.75 kbps 60 2 5

45.45 kbps 400 2 5

19.2 kbps 60 1 4

9.6 kbps 60 1 4

The total delay for the entire network must be set as the new Slot time (Tslot) setting in the busparameters of
the master.

Example 1: 1.5 Mbps, 5 km FO cable, 6 FO ring modules

MaxTSDR + (FOlength × FOdelay) + (NFO-modules × Ndelay)

150 + (5 x 30) + (6 x 12)

150 + 150 + 72 = 372 bit times

It is required to change the Tslot to a value higher than 372.

Example 2: 6 Mbps, 3 km FO cable, 10 FO ring modules

MaxTSDR + (FOlength × FOdelay) + (NFO-modules × Ndelay)

450 + (3 x 120) + (10 x 43)

450 + 360 + 430 = 1240 bit times

It is required to change the Tslot to a value higher than 1240.

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10.3 Dipswitches
Use the DIP switches at the bottom of the module to change the behavior of the channels. The settings of these
DIP switches are only read during startup of the module. The switches have the following values:

Network selection
Network 1: NW0 = Left, NW1 = Left
Network 2: NW0 = Right, NW1 = Left
Network 3: NW0 = Left, NW1 = Right
Network 4: NW0 = Right, NW1 = Right

Use dipswitches or server settings ( Left = DIP, Right = SERVER)

Enable or disable channel 1 or 2 (Left = ON, Right = OFF)

Ring Redundancy or Line (Left = RING, Right = LINE)

NU = not used

In all ring redundancy modes, the Ring dipswitches must be switched to the LEFT position.

In case both channels are connected in line mode (to two different ComBricks FO modules),
disable the RED switch (switch to RIGHT).

In case of one line connection, disable the RED switch (switch to RIGHT) and disable the
unused fiber channel CH1 or CH2.

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10.4 LEDs
The table below explains the function of all the LEDs on the front plate of the Fiber Optic module:

OFF Blinking ON

RDY
Module has NOT been Head Station is Module has been
powered / initialized yet. initializing or updating the initialized and is operational
module.

RX1 / RX2
NO signal, or NO valid 1 or more devices are A fiber optic cable is
telegrams detected on this communicating on this connected and link is
channel, or channel is off. channel. established correctly

LV1 / LV2 Not possible

Signal quality is good, Low signal, received
or channel is off. messages can still be
decoded

ER1 / ER2 Not possible

No errors, or channel No baudrate detected
is off. or no connection/signal

10.5 Setting up Fiber Optic alarms

The webserver and the FO Ring module are capable of sending alarms on critical events in the fiber connection.
The following events can be reported:

 Signal quality deterioration and quality improvement

 Ring failing and ring established

On the module status page all vital module information is displayed. You can see the detected baudrate, and
channel 1 and 2 signal status. Also the ring status is displayed.

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 Signal and ring status

These statuses are monitored by the ComBricks webserver and can be used as triggered events.

To set up the triggered event go to the ‘Fiber optic config’ page as shown in Fig. 59 and Fig. 60.

Fig. 59 - Signal quality event setup

If the signal quality gets worse (due to cable or component aging, cable bends or dirt on the connector for
example), this is a trigger. You can choose to have a trigger also on signal improvement; you can set this up in
the configuration page. There are 3 levels for the signal event:

1. Signal OK
2. Signal low
3. No signal

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If you choose ‘All changes’ in the Signal Quality Events setting, a transition between any of these stages will be
triggered. Otherwise only a transition from (1 to 2), (1 to 3) or (2 to 3) will cause a trigger.

Fig. 60 - Ring status event setup

If the ring fails, this is a trigger. You can choose to have a trigger also on ring reconnection. To set this up,
choose ‘All changes’ in the Ring Status Events setting.

See paragraph 4.7 and 5.4 for Output Control and Event Configuration to enable the Fiber Optic events.

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11 PROFIBUS Slave Module PBS-001
The PBS-001 PROFIBUS slave module enables your ComBricks set with real Remote I/O
capabilities. A unique feature is that it can also be used as a DP/DP coupler, a PB/PN coupler or
gateway between multiple PROFIBUS and/or PROFINET networks.

The slave module can be placed side by side with any repeater module and can be used to control
Digital Inputs or Outputs, or the relay card. The slave module has a PROFIBUS address, and
busmonitor data is directly available in the web server of the Head Station.

It is possible to use the PBS-001 as a gateway between up to 10 PROFIBUS and/or PROFINET

networks simultaneously. It transfers data on I/O level, which means that the master can be
programmed to send data to the slave which is forwarded to another PROFIBUS or PROFINET
module in the ComBricks backplane. Each module can transfer up to 64 words.

An additional benefit is that the DB9 connector of the PROFIBUS slave can be considered as a new
segment. If the module is used with any another module on the same network number, then the
signals coming out of the DB9 connector are re-generated in the
PBS-001, in the same way as any repeater.


Make sure to update your PBS-001 module with the latest module firmware, and Head Station
firmware 1.275 or higher. If an older firmware or GSD file is used, the module will not go into Data
Exchange due to a parameter error. Please refer to Chapter 16 for a guide to update your Head
Station and module.

11.1 Status LEDs

The PBS-001 module has four diagnostic LEDs. These LEDs indicate whether the module is functioning properly.

Ready for Firmware OK

operation

I/O or config Not in Data

error Exchange

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11.1.1 RDY LED
The RDY LED indicates power supply and connection with the Head Station. Also a firmware update is indicated
with this LED.

LED State Meaning

RDY Off No power supply, or PBS-001 module is faulty.

(green) There is no voltage at the module, or the module has a hardware defect.
Remedy: Connect the 24 V DC supply voltage at the Head station.

Flashing The PBS-001 module is connecting with the Head Station. This state is allowed for a
(1 Hz) short time (max 1 minute).

Flashing A backplane firmware update of the PBS-001 module is executed by the Head
(0.3Hz) Station (max 1 minute).

On The connection with the Head Station is established.

11.1.2 PROFIBUS LEDs

The PBS-001 module has three PROFIBUS diagnostic LEDs: RUN, SF (System Fail) and BF (Bus Fail).

LED State Meaning

RUN Off Internal application firmware is not running (PROFIBUS stack).

(green) Remedy: Update application firmware.

On Internal application firmware is running (PROFIBUS stack).

SF Off No error
System
Fail
(red) On System error, or the received expected configuration (from configuration tool) does
not match the actual configuration (I/O modules in the backplane, or gateway has a
problem).

BF Off PBS-001 module is in Data Exchange with a PROFIBUS master.

(red)

On PBS-001 module is not in Data Exchange with a PROFIBUS master.

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11.1.3 Dipswitches
The PBS-001 has four dipswitches, located on the bottom
of the module. See for a description of the dipswitches.

Network 1: NW0 = L, NW1 = L

Network 2: NW0 = R, NW1 = L
Network 3: NW0 = L, NW1 = R
Network 4: NW0 = R, NW1 = R

Not used

Dipswitches or
web server settings

Fig. 61 - Dipswitch descriptions

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11.2 Quick Start checklist
This checklist lists all the steps to a quick usage of the DP Slave module as a Remote I/O station.

STEP 1: Provide the Head Station 1B or 1C with the latest firmware, at least v1.272. (7)

STEP 2: Add at least two empty backplane slots to the ComBricks set. (2.2)

STEP 3: Use the dipswitches on the bottom to assign the DP Slave module to
the desired network. (2.4)

STEP 4: Assign a unique address to the module (either with rotary switches or software). (11.3)

STEP 5: Insert the DP Slave module in one empty slot. Do not insert it in slot
number 11 or higher; this is not supported by the ComBricks. (2.3)

STEP 6: Insert a DI/DO/Relay card in the other empty slot. (2.3)

STEP 7: Provide power to the Head Station. (4.2)

STEP 8: Connect the Head Station to the Ethernet network with an Ethernet cable. (4.2)

STEP 9: Connect a DP cable to the DB9 connector, or make sure the module is
assigned to another active ComBricks module.

STEP 10: Check the Channel List (in web browser) to see if the modules appear
and check if the correct network and address is displayed. (4.2)
.

11.3 Setting up the slave module

Before inserting the module into your ComBricks set, first decide if you want to use the hardware address or if
you want to use software addressing. Also decide to which network it listens by selecting the correct network
number (see paragraph 3.10.1).

The baud rate cannot be set; the device detects the bus speed automatically.

If you wish to connect more than 4 networks, you need to make sure that these PBS-001 modules are not
connected to one of the four available networks. The 5th up to (and including) the 10th module need to be set to
‘Not Connected’. To do this, set the H/S switch to ‘S’, reset the module and browse to the web server of your
ComBricks. In the left menu choose ‘Network Config’, open the drop-down menu in the column ‘Set Network’
and select ‘N/C’ which means ‘Not Connected’. Then click ‘Save & Apply now’. This enables you to connect up
to 10 different networks. Please note that all PBS-001 modules which are ‘Not Connected’ cannot be analysed
by ProfiTrace in the Head Station.

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11.3.1 Hardware addressing
Use the rotary switches on the bottom of the module to set the address. Make sure to use a suitable
screwdriver to rotate the switches into the desired positions. The upper rotary switch indicates the value 10
times, the lower switch indicates its own value. The addressable range is 1 to 99. Examples:

Rotary 10x: Rotary 1x: Resulting address:

0 0 Software addressing (see 11.3.2)

0 4 4

3 6 36

9 9 99

Now the module can be inserted in an empty backplane slot as described in paragraph 3.6.

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11.3.2 Software addressing
If you are using the software address, make sure the rotary switches are both set to 0. This enables a Class 2
Master to set the address with a telegram over PROFIBUS. The addressable range is 0 to 126 (where 126 is the
default software address). The address is stored in non-volatile memory. When the module is power-cycled,
the address will be loaded from non-volatile memory.
Use a configuration tool capable of sending “Set Slave Address” commands to change the address. Below is an
example with ProfiCaptain:

Fig. 62 - Software addressing of a slave

11.3.2.1 Locking the software address

The “Set Slave Address” command also has a ‘Lock’ feature (see Fig. 62). If you enable this feature, this locks
the device for any new attempts to change the software address. Unlocking is only possible as described in
paragraph 11.3.2.2.

11.3.2.2 Unlocking the software address

If the Lock feature was used in setting the address, the station address can only be unlocked if the PBS-001 is
powered down and then powered up while the two rotary switches are NOT set to 0. This resets the software
address to 126.

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11.4 Remote I/O mode
After the module has been set up with an address, you can start configuring it in the network with the
configuration tool of the PLC. Refer to the manual of the supplier of your configuration tool for instructions for
that tool.

This example, a typical ComBricks setup with remote I/O, is built up as follows (see Fig. 63)

Fig. 63 - ComBricks configuration screenshot of the web server

The first two slots are occupied by Scope Repeater modules, then a Slave PBS-001, then an 8DO module
followed by a 4 Relay module.

The slave has been assigned an address of 124 and is not in Data Exchange yet. The master that will control the
PBS-001 is on the first Scope Repeater with address 2.

Open your configuration tool and insert/import the PBS-001 GSD with filename PROC696F.gsd (download it
from www.procentec.com/gsd).

Then insert the correct modules into the configuration tool. In the first slots 1 and 2 insert two ‘Empty Slots’.
These are not really empty because they are occupied by Scope Repeater modules, but the PBS-001 cannot
interact with them so they are considered to have no configuration.

In slot 3 place a PBS-001, in slot 4 an 8DO-24V-0.5A and the last module is the 4RO-230V-5A.

Fig. 64 shows the complete configuration for this ComBricks system.

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Fig. 64 - Configuration of the modules

ATTENTION: in some configuration tools, the slot numbers do not correspond to the slots displayed in
Fig. 63. The modules are numbered from 0 instead of 1. This is not the case for all configuration tools. Make
sure to check this before adding modules to your configuration.
Even if a mistake has been made in the configuration, for example the output cards have been switched, the
slave will go into Data Exchange. It will generate an external diagnostics message (see Fig. 65) which can be
captured and read with a busmonitor such as ProfiTrace (see Fig. 66).

Fig. 65 - Slave indicating External Diagnostics

Fig. 66 - Diagnostics from the GSD in the Info Panel of ProfiTrace

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11.4.1 Strict Check Configuration
This feature enables you to select if the slave should report a configuration mismatch, if this situation occurs. A
configuration mismatch will take the slave out of Data Exchange. In the above example the slave was online
and could send diagnostics. With Strict Configuration the configuration of the modules in the backplane must
be exactly the same as the configuration in the PLC, or the slave will show up with a purple background in
ProfiTrace as shown in Fig. 67. This feature gives you more control over how the slave behaves if a module is
removed.

Fig. 67 - Slave indicating a configuration error or module mismatch with ‘Strict check config’ enabled

To activate this feature, go to the user parameter assignment of the PROFIBUS device in your configuration tool
and change the value of the Strict Check Configuration from ‘Disable’ to ‘Enable’. Remember to download the
new configuration for the settings to take effect.

The slave will also generate diagnostics. These can be read as described in Fig. 66.

11.4.2 Failsafe behaviour of outputs


The functionality in this paragraph is only available for PBS-001 modules
with software version 2.1 or higher. Please refer to paragraph 16.2 for a
guide to update your module. Use the correct GSD file.

In case of failure of the master, cable, ComBricks Headstation or backplane, the outputs of the ComBricks
modules can be set to a failsafe state. This happens after a certain time-out period during which the slave did
not receive any telegram from its master. This time-out is called the watchdog in the master configuration.

You can configure the failsafe behaviour in the ‘module parameters’ of the master configuration tool. The
following options are available for fail-safe state:

 All outputs to 0x00 (off)

 All outputs to 0xFF (on)
 Keep last value (no change)
 Pre-defined value (configurable)

Open the properties of a ComBricks output module (generally by double-clicking on it) in the configuration tool
and select ‘Parameter Assignment’ or ‘Module Parameters’. A screen similar to Fig. 68 will appear:

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Fig. 68 - Parameter assignment window

After selecting ‘Failsafe value’ in the drop-down list, you can enter a decimal value of 0 to 255 in the Failsafe
value box.

11.4.3 Input test patterns


The functionality in this paragraph is only available for PBS-001 modules
with software version 2.1 or higher. Please refer to paragraph 16.2 for a
guide to update your module. Use the correct GSD file.

The input modules of ComBricks can be set to a test mode. Different test patterns can be generated
automatically for testing purposes, for example during a commissioning or FAT/SAT phase, to see if the PLC is
programmed correctly.

The following simulation patterns are available:

 On (all inputs to ON)
 Off (all inputs to OFF)
 Blinking (all inputs will blink, frequency is configurable)
 Up counter (inputs will increase, frequency is configurable)
 Down counter (inputs will decrease, frequency is configurable)
 Zig-zag (inputs will zigzag up and down, frequency is configurable)

Open the properties of a ComBricks input module (generally by double-clicking on it) in the configuration tool
and select ‘Parameter Assignment’ or ‘Module Parameters’. A screen similar to Fig. 69 will appear:

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Fig. 69 - Input simulation window

After selecting a simulation pattern, you can enter a decimal value of 0 to 255 in the Simulation Timer box. This
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11.5 DP/DP coupling or Gateway mode
A unique feature of the PBS-001 is that it can be used as a DP/DP coupler for up to 10 networks, where each
network can have different bus parameters and baud rates. It connects the networks on an I/O level, where
you can decide how many bytes need to be transferred. For each network a PBS-001 is needed. So if you wish
to connect 2 networks, you need 2 PBS-001 modules in one ComBricks set.

A typical ComBricks configuration for a DP/DP setup may look like Fig. 70:

Example layout
Network 1
12 Mbit

Slot 1
i 10..13 Q 10..13

Slot 2 i 20..23 Q 20..23

Network 2
500 kbps

Fig. 70 - ComBricks configuration screenshot Fig. 71 - Schematic representation

of the web server of the gateway

Slot 1 belongs to Network 1. Slot 2 is connected to Network 2. These networks can now be coupled via the
configuration tools of each master. For example, if you want to transfer 4 bytes, the setup for the configuration
tool of network 1 will look as follows:

Fig. 72 - Configuration for Network 1

The first slot is used for the PBS-001 module. The next slot is used for anther PBS-001 module, but a gateway
module must be selected because the PBS-001 itself does not have any I/O.

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The setup for the second network will look as follows:

Fig. 73 - Configuration for Network 2

Now the Inputs and Outputs of both networks can be sent to the I/O of the gateways in the PLC program.

ATTENTION: in some configuration tools, the slot numbers do not correspond to the slots displayed in Fig. 70.
The modules are numbered from 0 instead of 1. This is not the case for all configuration tools. Make sure to
check this before adding modules to your configuration.

11.6 PROFIBUS / PROFINET gateway

The DP Slave module can also be used as a gateway to a PROFINET module. This works in the same way as the
DP/DP coupler. Simply replace the second DP module for a PROFINET PND-001 module. Or extend the DP/DP
coupler with a PROFINET module, as shown below. With this example you can exchange I/O from and to all
networks. It is also possible to exchange data between more than 3 networks; up to 10 networks can be
connected. It does not matter if these networks are PROFIBUS or PROFINET.

Network 1 Network 2
12 Mbit 500 kbps

66 45

Network 3

Fig. 74 - Example network layout of two PROFIBUS and one PROFINET networks

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The configuration of the networks is as follows:

Fig. 75 - Configuration for PROFIBUS network 1 Fig. 76 - Configuration for PROFIBUS network 2

Fig. 77 - Configuration for network 3 (PROFINET)

Now the Inputs and Outputs of all networks can be sent to the I/O of the gateways in the PLC programs.

11.7 Data consistency

For some applications it is required to have consistent bytes, for example robot cells with X, Y and Z axis. The
polling of I/O in the PBS-001 and the processing in the Head Station and PLC is asynchronous which can cause
data inconsistency in the PLC, which means that not all bytes in a telegram are ‘up to date’. The use of
Consistent Gateways (defined in the GSD file) instead of normal Gateways offers a solution.

The paragraphs below describe a simple example of two PLC projects in Siemens Step7 which can be used in a
real byte-consistent project. Example setup:

Network 1 Network 2
1.5 Mbit 500 kbps

The example shows how to transfer consistent data from network 2 to network 1. If the data is consistent,
nothing happens. If the data is not consistent, this is visualized by incrementing the outputs of the 8DO card
(assigned to network 1).

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11.7.1 Consistency over 2 bytes
Configuration of Network 1: Configuration of Network 2:

Data Block 1 of Network 1: Data Block 1 of Network 2:

Organization Block 1 of Network 1: Organization Block 1 of Network 2:

11.7.2 Consistency over 4 bytes

Configuration of Network 1: Configuration of Network 2:

Data Block 1 of Network 1: Data Block 1 of Network 2:

Organization Block 1 of Network 1: Organization Block 1 of Network 2:

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11.7.3 Consistency over 8 bytes
Configuration of Network 1: Configuration of Network 2:

Data Block 1 of Network 1: Data Block 1 of Network 2:

Organization Block 1 of Network 1: Organization Block 1 of Network 2:

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12 PA Link/Coupler module
The transparent PROFIBUS PA link/coupler enables seamless high speed integration to
PROFIBUS PA. It powers the attached PA devices and fully emulates them as DP devices on the
backplane. Adjusted busparameters are not required and therefore suitable for all DCS and PLC
systems, even running on 12 Mbps.

The combined internal ProfiTrace and oscilloscope make this product extremely useful for
remote maintenance over Ethernet. Jitter, noise, DC current, DC voltage, bar graph and
oscilloscope, it is all there and easy to access. The free CommDTM allows access for asset
management tools over Ethernet.

ComBricks is able to carry 9 PA links and an RS 485 or Fiber Optic module. It can also be a
customized mix of PA modules with other communication modules. The PA link provides 500 mA
current on a customizable bus voltage. The integrated PA termination is automatically activated
when the module works as a link or coupler. It is switched off in the monitoring mode.

It does not require configuration and operates the same way as regular ComBricks repeaters. In
the web server the behavior on the PA side can be set, like retries (default 5) and the watchdog
(default 3 seconds). This product can directly replace 3rd party Non-Ex PA couplers/links and can be used as a
monitor behind existing 3rd party Non-Ex PA couplers.

 This module is not suitable for use in Ex environments unless a barrier is used between the PA
module and the Ex zone.

Communication errors
Repeater module status or bad telegrams

Received data on PA
Repeater internal failure
Overcurrent, noise,
unbalance, DC-polarity

PA signal too low Jitter, asymmetry,

or too high field device polarity

Fig. 78 - Overview of LEDs

Network selection

Link or Coupler mode

Dipswitch or web server settings

Fig. 79 - Overview of dipswitches

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12.1 Quick Start checklist
This checklist lists all the steps to a quick usage of the PA module in Link or Coupler mode. It is assumed that a
running ComBricks set with at least one DP repeater module or fiber optic coupler module is already active.

STEP 1: Provide the Head Station 1B or 1C with the latest firmware, at least v1.279. (7)

STEP 2: Add an empty backplane slot to the ComBricks set. (2.2)

STEP 3: Configure the PA module to the same network as a DP repeater module.

NOTE: for monitoring mode, use a different and unused network! (2.4)

STEP 4: Insert the PA module in the empty slot. (2.3)

STEP 5: Check the Channel List (in web browser) to see if the PA module appears. (4.2)

For Monitoring Mode: skip to STEP 8.

STEP 6: Power the top of PA coupler module. (2.6)

STEP 7: Check the status page of the PA module: is DC voltage OK?

Not too much noise on DC? Current consumption ± 10mA? (12.2.1)

STEP 8: Connect the PA trunk cable with PA station(s). (12.5.1)

STEP 9: Check the status page of the PA module:

Current consumption increased? (12.2.1)

For Monitoring mode: Skip to STEP 11.

STEP 10: Use the GSD Converter to change the PA GSD files. (12.3.1)

STEP 11: Setup a master on the DP side. (12.4.1)

STEP 12: Check the Scope Signals of the PA trunk. (12.2.2)

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12.2 Monitoring mode
If you have an existing PA network, you can add up to three PA modules as a monitoring and alarming tool. It
measures telegrams and electrical signals which can be displayed in the web server. This is very similar to the
standard Scope repeater card for PROFIBUS DP. The monitoring mode is enabled if:

1. No power is connected to the PA Power connector on the top of the module.

The internal termination is automatically switched OFF in monitoring mode.
2. The 3rd dipswitch (LNK) is set to OFF (left).


If the module is used in Monitoring Mode, make sure to set the Network Selection to a different
network than networks already used by the ComBricks set. See paragraph 3.10.1 for an explanation
how to do this. If the module is set to the same network, all PA messages will also be transmitted on
the DP network! This will cause errors.

12.2.1 Module status

The module status page in the web server displays the following useful status information, see Fig. 80
 DC voltage (measured PA bus voltage)
 DC plus and min value (measured PA plus and min voltages)
 DC noise (measured variation in DC voltage)
 DC unbalance (measured difference between +/- and shield)
 Current consumption (measured mA supplied to the PA network by the module)


Important channel
information

Fig. 80 - PA Oscilloscope module status

To view the page above, click on ‘Status’ in the upper left corner and then the appropriate PA module.

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12.2.2 PA oscilloscope images
The PA module has an integrated oscilloscope to measure the signal quality of the telegrams. The oscilloscope
has an interface with the web server to display the signals from the devices which are connected to its channel.
After opening the web page, all oscilloscope signals are displayed and updated live (see Fig. 81). By default one
scope image is updated every second. This can be adjusted in the General Config page (see paragraph 4.4).

Click the button ‘Reset oscilloscope images’ to delete all scope images from memory. If the red ‘AMP’ LED on
the PA module was on, this will be switched off. If the values are still not good, the LED will remain on.

Select the slot of

the PA module

Good AC signal
quality

Fig. 81 - Oscilloscope images

12.2.3 PA Bar Graph

The Bar Graph illustrates the average AC signal strength from all available connected devices connected to the
PA segment. It is a helpful utility to get an impression of the overall signal quality of the network (see Fig. 82).

The average amplitude should be around 750mV. When there are bus problems the Bar graph will display
different Voltage levels and the color of the bars will change if the minimum or maximum level has been
reached. These levels can be adjusted in the ‘Oscilloscope Config’ menu (see chapter 12.2.5).

Select the slot of

the PA module

Amplitude too high

Fig. 82 - Bargraph image for PA

In the above example the amplitude is too high due to missing termination on one side.
Normally the amplitude should be between 750 and 1000 mV.

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12.2.4 PA measurements
The PA measurements page shows a static scope image; it is not an actual scope measurement. The blue
arrows illustrate the measured value of the amplitude and the jitter. The values are displayed in the
corresponding boxes (see Fig. 83).

12.2.4.1 Amplitude
The amplitude is the difference between the highest and the lowest measured value of the AC signal (the
actual data). The displayed result is measured by taking samples from all the bits in a telegram. Not the entire
bit is measured, but only a small part to filter out irregularities such as overshoots.

12.2.4.2 Jitter
Jitter is described as ‘Zero-crossing point deviation’, which means that the changing of a bit does not occur at
the intended time. This is acceptable within the limit of 3200 nanoseconds, positive or negative. Causes for
high jitter times can be wiring mistakes, EMI, cable cross talk or device problems.

12.2.4.3 Polarity
This is NOT the polarity of the bus wiring, but the internal communication signal. In some products it is possible
that the polarity is switched. This does not affect the communication.

12.2.4.4 DC noise
The DC noise indicates how much the voltage of the signal varies. If the noise is too high it can influence the
communication; it should not exceed 100 mV.

Select the correct slot

and the station address
of the PA slave

Measurements

Fig. 83 - PA measurements

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12.2.5 Oscilloscope configuration
In the Oscilloscope Config page (see Fig. 84) you can set various warning levels for the PA module. These
warning levels are shown in the PA Bar Graph, and are used for e-mail alarms, logging and output control (see
paragraphs 0 and 5.4).

Module specific
settings

Fig. 84 - Oscilloscope configuration

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12.3 Link mode (module firmware v2.10.1 and higher only)
To use the module in Link mode, make sure it has module firmware version 2.10.1 and up, and NOT version 1.x.
Refer to paragraph 16.2 for updating your PA module. Also update the Head Station firmware to 1.279 or
higher.

Set the 3rd dipswitch ‘LNK’ to ‘ON’ (to the right). Then connect a power source to the
connector on top of the module. The DC voltage offered to the PA coupler module is
the same as the output on the PA side. The minimum is 11VDC, maximum is 28VDC.

This module is now a fully functional PROFIBUS PA Link/Coupler combination. It is semi-transparent on all baud
rates, it also sends FDL status requests onto PA. It supports connection of up to 126 devices that can take up a
total of 500mA from the bus. Furthermore, all functionality described in paragraph 12.2 is also available in Link
mode.


To receive telegrams from a PLC or DCS in Link mode, you need to install another module in the
ComBricks backplane. This module can be any PROFIBUS DP interface card, either fiber optic or
copper. All modules in chapters 7, 8 and 9 can be used. Set this DP card to the same network as the
PA module.

12.3.1 Converting PA GSD files

For PA devices to correctly work in a DP configuration environment, it is necessary to alter the GSDs. It is highly
recommended to use our GSDConvert tool for this, and NOT do it manually! The tool changes several lines in
the GSD file so that it can be used on all baud rates instead of only the PA baud rate.

Download the tool on www.procentec.com.

Simply choose a GSD file and click ‘Open’, then choose the location to save
it and click ‘Save’. The program will create a new GSD file with ‘LNK_’ as the
first four characters. The last four characters are the Ident number of the
slave.

Import the new file into the configuration tool and use it as if it was a normal DP slave. Any baudrate can be
used on the DP-side.

In Link/Coupler mode, the module has a fixed master address 1 on the PA side. The use of address 1 for PA field
devices is therefore not possible.

12.3.2 Link configuration – bus parameters

The PA module in Link mode offers the possibility to configure the Watchdog time and the number of retries on
the PA bus. These bus parameters are independent from the DP master parameters. Click on the Status page
and then on the PA module to configure these parameters. See Fig. 85 for available options.

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 Setup the PA side
Watchdog

Number of retries User-defined

on the PA side Watchdog time

Fig. 85 - Configuration of bus parameters on PA

Options for the Watchdog selection:

 Off (not recommended)
 No change (PA watchdog is the same as DP watchdog)
 Scaled (Watchdog is calculated based on DP watchdog)
 User-defined (enter the watchdog time manually).

The number of retries can also be adjusted. This must be a number between 0 and 15.

12.4 Coupler mode

Make sure to set the 3rd dipswitch ‘LNK’ to ‘OFF’ (to the left). Then connect a
power source to the connector on top of the module. The DC voltage offered to
the PA coupler module is the same as the output on the PA side. The minimum
is 11VDC, maximum is 28VDC.

This module is now a fully functional PROFIBUS PA coupler. It is totally transparent up to 1.5 Mbit/s, it also
sends FDL status requests onto PA. It supports connection of up to 32 devices that can take up a total of 500mA
from the bus. Furthermore, all functionality described in paragraph 12.2 is also available in Coupler mode.


To receive telegrams from a PLC or DCS in Coupler mode, you need to install another module in the
ComBricks backplane. This module can be any PROFIBUS DP interface card, either fiber optic or
copper. All modules in chapters 7, 8 and 9 can be used. Set this DP card to the same network as the
PA Coupler module.

12.4.1 Bus Parameters

Some adjustments to the bus parameters in the PLC or DCS need to be made. Follow Table 8 for your master
project:

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Table 8 - Bus Parameters for PA projects, in bit times

Baud rate Tslot MaxTSDR Tslot MaxTSDR

(only DX) (only DX) (with DP-V1) (with DP-V1)

9.6 – 19.2 kbps 330 145 1500 150

45.45 kbps 640 480 640 480

93.75 kbps 2500 1000 2500 1000

187.5 kbps 3200 1500 14000 1400

500 kbps 8500 4000 38000 3700

1.5 Mbps 25500 11500 110000 11000

These are ‘worst case’ values. It is recommended to examine the timing of your installation and decrease the
bus parameters to a suitable value for your network.

The DP-V1 table has higher slot times than the Data Exchange table because DP-V1 telegrams can be up to 240
bytes. Such a telegram takes a long time to be generated, and therefore the Tslot needs to be larger.

In small applications it is required to set a value for the Tset parameter. Usually a value of 95 is sufficient.

Because of the longer Slot Time and MaxTSDR, it is also recommended to set the Watchdog to at least 2
seconds. This is normal in PA networks.

In Coupler mode, the module has no bus address on either side. When configuring your PA network there is no
restriction in the use of addresses for field devices, although most configuration tools do not allow address 0, 1
and 2.

12.5 Physical layer

12.5.1 Connecting a PA segment

The bottom of the PA module has two identical connections for the PA trunk. These are connected 1-on-1. As
stated above the integrated termination is ON when power is connected to the PA module, which means that
the PA module is always the start of a segment. The automatic termination cannot be disabled. Most
installations will use only one connector. In that case it does not matter which connector is chosen. See Fig. 86
for an example.

It is also possible to use the second connector as a stub line, as shown in Fig. 87. Do not terminate the end of a
stub line, otherwise the PA segment has too many terminations.

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 Examples:

T = AUTO ON T = AUTO ON

T = ON T = ON
T = OFF

Fig. 86 – PA segment using one connector Fig. 87 - PA segment with a stub line

12.5.2 Cable specifications

Use the correct cable for your project. Table 9 shows the cable specifications for PROFIBUS PA. If a cable is not
compliant with these specifications, the reliability of the installation may become unstable.

Table 9 - Cable specifications

Characteristic Specification

Cable design Twisted pair, shielded

Maximum conductor cross section (nominal) 0.8 mm² (AWG 18)

Loop resistance (direct current) 44 Ohm/km

Impedance (31,25 kHz) 100 Ohm ±20%

Attenuation (39 kHz) 3 dB/km

Capacitive asymmetry 2 nF/km

Max. propagation delay change (7.9 to 39 kHz) 1.7 µsec/km

Max. shield coverage 90%

Cable length 1900 m

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12.5.3 Spur lines
The trunk line on the PA module can have up to 32 spur lines with the following lengths:

Table 10 - Spur lines

Number of Length of the spur

spur lines (Non-Ex)

25 to 32 Max 1 meter

19 to 24 30 meter

15 to 18 60 meter

13 to 14 90 meter

1 to 12 120 meter

The PROFIBUS PA specification allows up to 3 devices on a spur. Please refer to paragraph 12.5.1 for an
explanation on how to connect the PA trunk to the PA module.

12.5.4 Current consumption calculations

The PA module provides a maximum of 500mA to the PA trunk. The total current consumption of all slaves on
this trunk cannot exceed 500mA. The PA module consumes 10mA. At least one FDE (Fault Disconnection
Electronics, stated in the manual of the PA device) should also be calculated . The calculation for the current
consumption is as follows:

ISEG = IB0 + IB1 + .. + IBN + IFDE

ISEG = Total current in a segment

IBN = Basic current of devices
IFDE = Current of the Fault Disconnection Electronics

See Fig. 88 for an example.

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 IS = 500 mA ISEG < IS
IB0 = 10 mA

ISEG = 60mA

IB1 = 10 mA IB2 = 12 mA IB3 = 18 mA

IFDE = 10 mA

Fig. 88 - Example of current consumption calculation in a PA segment

12.5.5 Voltage at the end of the segment

The resistance of the cable causes a lower voltage at the end of the cable. At least 9V should be available for
the last device at the end of the cable. The following calculation is a ‘worst case’ scenario where all devices are
connected at the end of the cable:

UB = US – (ISEG * RCABLE * LSEG) (where UB > Umin)

UB = Bus voltage at the last device (V)

US = Voltage of the segment coupler (V)
ISEG = Total current In a segment (A)
RCABLE = Resistance per unit length of the cable (Ω/km)
LSEG = Length of all cables in the segment, including stubs (km)
Umin = Minimal specified operating voltage of the last device (V)

US = 24 V UB > UMIN

Trunk line = 1450 m

ISEG = 50 mA
20 m 20 m 10 m
LSEG = 1500 m

Fig. 89 - Example of voltage calculation at the end of the cable

In this example the voltage at the end of the cable is 24 V - (0.05A * 44 * 1.5) = 20.7 V

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13 PROFINET Device PND-001
The ComBricks PROFINET Device enables multiple proxies between other inserted PROFINET
modules. Simultaneously the user can let the PROFINET Device publish I/O modules which are
controlled by the PLC that has the PROFINET Device in Data Exchange.

It's the component of choice to establish communication between multiple PROFINET controllers
that manager their own specific network. The proxy works the same way as regular DP/DP and
PN/DP couplers. Configurations from the GSD file define the data area between the modules.
ComBricks has the advantage that 10 PROFINET modules can cross exchange information.

When the PROFINET Device has to publish I/O modules, the configuration steps are the same as
any PROFINET device. By means of the GSD file the respective I/O modules have to be selected in
the configuration tool, after which the PLC can map the I/Os to its application.

Application areas
 Coupling small machines
 Linking networks with different controllers
 Coupling PROFIsafe networks to regular networks
 Migrating from old control systems to new control systems
 Quasi master-master communication

13.1 Topologies
The PROFINET modules can be used as a proxy between one or multiple PROFIBUS or PROFINET networks,
and/or can be configured as PROFINET devices which control one or more output modules.

DP/PN Proxy PN/PN Proxy PN/PN/DP Proxy Remote I/O Remote I/O + Proxy

9 modules can be configured as proxy 31 I/O modules can be controlled

2 ports integrated switch for easy wiring

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13.2 Status LEDs
The PND-001 module has four diagnostic LEDs. These LEDs indicate whether the module is functioning
properly.

13.2.1 RDY LED

The RDY LED indicates power supply and connection with the Head Station. Also a firmware update is indicated
with this LED.

LED State Meaning

RDY Off No power supply, or PND-001 module is faulty.

(green) There is no voltage at the module, or the module has a hardware defect.
Remedy: Connect the 24 V DC supply voltage at the Head station.

Flashing The PND-001 module is connecting with the Head Station. This state is allowed for a
(1 Hz) short time (max 1 minute).

Flashing A backplane firmware update of the PND-001 module is executed by the Head
(0.3Hz) Station (max 1 minute).

On The connection with the Head Station is established.

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13.2.2 PROFINET LEDs
The PND-001 module has three PROFINET diagnostic LEDs: RUN, SF (System Fail) and BF (Bus Fail).

LED State Meaning

RUN Off Internal application firmware is not running (PROFINET stack).

(green) Remedy: Update application firmware.

On Internal application firmware is running (PROFINET stack).

SF Off No error
System
Fail
On System error, or the received expected configuration (from configuration tool) does not
(red)
match the actual configuration (I/O or proxy modules in the backplane).

On PND-001 module is not in Data Exchange with a PROFINET master.

BF Off PND-001 module is in Data Exchange with a PROFINET controller.

Bus Fail
(red)
Flashing No data transfer between the PROFINET Controller and the PND-001 module, although a
(0.5 Hz) physical link is established
Causes:
 Incorrect device name
 The PROFINET Controller is switched off
Remedy:
 Check the configuration and assign a valid device name to the PND-001 module.
 Check the PROFINET Controller.

On No physical link.
Remedy: check the cable and switch.

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13.3 Quick Start checklist
This checklist lists all the steps to a quick usage of the PROFINET Device module as a Remote I/O station.

STEP 1: Provide the Head Station 1B or 1C with the latest firmware, at least v1.272. (7)

STEP 2: Add at least two empty backplane slots to the ComBricks set. (2.2)

STEP 3: Use the rotary switch on the bottom to assign a custom or pre-defined
name to the PROFINET device. (13.4)

STEP 5: Insert the PROFINET Device module in one empty slot. Do not insert it in slot
number 11 or higher; this is not supported by the ComBricks. (2.3)

STEP 6: Insert a DI/DO/Relay card in the other empty slot. (2.3)

STEP 7: Provide power to the Head Station. (4.2)

STEP 8: Connect the Head Station to the Ethernet network with an Ethernet cable. (4.2)

STEP 9: Connect a PROFINET cable and connector to one of the RJ45 connectors.

STEP 10: Check the Channel List (in web browser) to see if the modules appear. (4.2)

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13.4 Identification and name assignment

13.4.1 MAC address

Each PROFINET-enabled network component has its own unique MAC-address. The MAC-address of the PND-
001 is located on a label on the upper side of the module and has the following format:

9C:B2:06:xx:xx:xx

13.4.2 Assigning a custom name

The PND-001 supports fixed name assignment and custom name assignment. On the
bottom of the module is a rotary switch. In position ‘0’ the module is programmable with
a custom device name, and the name is stored in non-volatile memory. With the rotary
switch set to ‘0’ during startup, the name will be read from memory.

The device name can be assigned with configuration tools or supervisor tools such as Step-
7 or Netilities, as shown in Fig. 90 and Fig. 91.

Fig. 90 - Assigning a new device name

Fig. 91 - New device name options

The checkbox ‘Permanent value’ should be enabled if you wish to save the name to non-volatile memory.

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13.4.3 Assigning a pre-defined name
The positions 1 - 9 of the rotary switch assign a pre-defined name to the device. The name
has the format “ComBricks-x” where ‘x’ corresponds to the selected digit of the rotary
switch.

For example, in position 4 the module has the following device name: “ComBricks-4”. The
name is read during startup of the module; changing the rotary switch during operation
does not change the device name.

13.5 Remote I/O mode

The PND-001 module can be included in a PLC project with the GSDML as any other PROFINET device. After the
module has been set up with a name, you can start configuring it in the network with the configuration tool of
the PLC. Refer to the manual of the supplier of your configuration tool for instructions for that tool.

This example, a typical ComBricks setup with remote I/O, is built up as follows (see Fig. 92).

Fig. 92 - Example configuration for Remote I/O

The first slot is occupied by the PND-001 module, and next to it are an 8DO and Relay module.

Open the PROFINET Controller configuration tool and insert/import the PND-001 GSD with filename “GSDML-
V2.25-PROCENTEC-ComBricks PND_001-20120831.xml” (download it from www.procentec.com/gsd).

Then insert the correct modules into the configuration tool. Drag the following device into the configuration:
‘Head Station+PND-001(SLOT 01)’. Make sure that this slot corresponds with the physical slot of the PND-001.
See Fig. 93.

Fig. 93 - Select the device with correct slot number

Next, insert the correct modules into the configuration tool. In the 2 nd slot place a 8DO-24V-0.5A, and the last
module is the 4RO-230V-5A.

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Fig. 94 shows the complete configuration for this ComBricks system.

Fig. 94 - Configuration of the modules

13.6 PN/PN coupling or Proxy mode

A unique feature of the PND-001 module is that it can be used as a PN/PN coupler for up to 10 networks. It
connects the networks on an I/O level, where you can decide how many bytes need to be transferred. For each
network a PND-001 is needed. So if you wish to connect 2 networks, you need 2 PND-001 modules in one
ComBricks set.

A typical ComBricks configuration for a PN/PN setup may look like this:
Example layout
Network 1

Slot 1
i 10..13 Q 10..13
Slot 2

i 20..23 Q 20..23

Network 2
Fig. 95 - ComBricks configuration screenshot of the web server

Slot 1 belongs to Network 1. Slot 2 is connected to Network 2. These networks can now be coupled via the
configuration tools of each master. For example, if you want to transfer 1 byte, the setup for the configuration
tool of network 1 will look as follows:

Fig. 96 - Schematic representation of the proxy

The first slot is used for the PND-001 module. The next slot is used for anther PND-001 module, but a proxy
module must be selected because the PND-001 itself does not have any I/O. The setup for the second network
will look as follows:

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Now the Inputs and Outputs of both networks can be sent to the I/O of the proxies in the PLC program.

13.7 PROFINET / PROFIBUS proxy

The PND-001 module can also be used as a proxy to a PROFIBUS module. This works in the same way as the
PN/PN coupler. Simply replace the second PN module for a PROFIBUS PBS-001 module. Or extend the PN/PN
coupler with a PROFIBUS module, as shown below. With this example you can exchange I/O from and to all
networks. It is also possible to exchange data between more than 3 networks; up to 10 networks can be
connected. It does not matter if these networks are PROFIBUS or PROFINET.

Network 1 Network 2

Network 3
1.5 Mbps

Fig. 97 - Example network layout of two PROFINET and one PROFIBUS networks

The configuration of the networks is as follows:

Fig. 98 - Configuration for PROFINET network 1 Fig. 99 - Configuration for PROFINET network 2

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Fig. 100 - Configuration for the PROFIBUS network

Now the inputs and Outputs of all networks can be sent to the I/O of the proxies in the PLC programs.

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14 CommDTM
The ComBricks Head Station with a 1C license features a fully functional gateway between any Windows
platform and field devices using a CommDTM. This enables the ComBricks to function as a real Asset
Management tool. Currently we support FDT 1.2 frame applications such as PACTware and E+H FieldCare.
During interaction with the CommDTM, all ComBricks functions can be used simultaneously (web based
monitoring, oscilloscoping, OPC and alarms via email).

If you are using Siemens EDD files, you can convert these to DTM files using a tool called Sitrans DTM. More
information can be found on www.siemens.com/sitransdtm.

14.1 Installing drivers, CommDTM and server

You can download the required PCD server and CommDTM installers separately from our website, located at
the download section. You can also find the files in the Download page of the ComBricks itself.
It is a ZIP file containing several executables, which should all be installed.

14.2 Setting up the PCD server

Start the PCD (PROCENTEC Communication Driver) server (located in /Program Files/PROCENTEC/PCD/). You
should see the PCD logo in the system tray.

Right-click the PCD icon, then choose ‘Show’. Click ‘Modify’, enter a name for the interface, choose the latest
‘ComBricks PROFIBUS x.x’ driver and click ‘OK’. Note: You can leave the serial number field empty.

Fig. 101 - Setting up the PCD server

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Next, select this location again and click ‘Setup’. Enter the correct IP address of the ComBricks Head Station,
and choose the port and network you wish to connect to. Depending on the password settings in the
ComBricks, you might also have to fill in a username and password. Then click ‘Ok’.

14.3 Using the CommDTM

Start your FDT manager and create or load a project. Vendor-independent platform PACTware is used in the
example below. Refer to the manual of your FDT manager for details.
In the upper menu, choose ‘Device – Add device’ and click on ‘PROCENTEC DP-V1 Master’, as shown in Fig.
102.

Select PROCENTEC and

choose the DP-V1 Master

Fig. 102 - CommDTM selection dialog

After clicking ‘OK’ the PCD server is launched automatically (if it was not loaded already). You will see the
ComBricks and PCD icons appear in the system tray:

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In PACTware, make sure to set the correct bus parameters by right-clicking the PROCENTEC DP-V1 master and
choose ‘Parameters’. Enter the correct parameters or select ‘Start’ to auto-detect these (see Fig. 103). Then
click ‘OK’. Next, choose the icon ‘Connect’ from the top menu.

Fig. 103 - DTM master parameters

After you have correctly applied these steps, the ComBricks is now a DP-V1 master and ready for
communication to field devices. For a detailed walk-through refer to the Download section of the PROCENTEC
website for a comprehensive Quick Start for PACTware and FieldCare.

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15 SNMP
The Headstation has a powerful feature, SNMP, available free of charge in every Headstation version.
With SNMP you can retrieve any data via Ethernet that has been collected by the ComBricks system. This SNMP
data can be used by network management tools or SCADA systems to visualize the collected data.
This data ranges from Bargraph data (voltages) to statistics and Live List information. You can also retrieve the
Headstation temperature or power consumption for example. This turns a SCADA system into a versatile
monitoring or alarming station.

The SNMP MIB (Management Information Base) file, which is available for download on our website, contains
the descriptions for all items. This MIB file should be used in a management tool or MIB viewer to retrieve the
data from ComBricks.

15.1 List of data items

The following items can be retrieved with SNMPv1 from the ComBricks:

General items
 Serial number of the Headstation
 Firmware version of the Headstation
 Hardware version of the Headstation
 Backplane version
 FPGA version of the Headstation
 General description of the Headstation

Ethernet status
 MAC address
 IP address
 Subnet mask
 Default gateway
 DNS address
 DHCP state

Device
 System time
 System temperature
 System current
 System voltage
 System status
 System I/O status
 Micro SD card status
 License code
 Number of modules
 Module info

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Data
 Livelist of all 4 networks
 Statistics of all 4 networks (Lost, Syncs, Repeats total, Repeats Max, illegals, Int diag, Ext diag, DX diag)
 Ident numbers of active devices, of all 4 networks
 Detected baudrate of all 4 networks
 Connected Ethernet clients
 Connected ports
 Physical measurements per slave:
 Min
 Max
 Last
 Idle voltage per slave
 Bargraph settings

15.2 Viewing the MIB file

As an example the tool SNMPb will be used. This tool can be downloaded for free.

Prepare the SNMPb tool as follows:

1. Download and install SNMPb

2. Download the MIB file and place it in C:\Program files (x86)\Snmpb\mibs\
3. Start SNMPb and click the tab ‘Modules’. Search for the module ‘PROCENTEC-COMBRICKS-HS-T1-MIB’,
select it and click the button -> so that the module moves to the right table. It is now loaded.
4. Go back to the tab ‘Tree’ and click the setup button .

5. Enter a name for the profile and enter the IP address of the target ComBricks. Use default SNMP port 161
and other default settings. Then click OK.

Enter a name

Enter the ComBricks

IP address

Now you can expand the items in the MIB tree by right-clicking on ‘MIB Tree’ and select ‘Expand’. The first
SNMP item you see is ‘hsGenSerial’ in the ‘General’ folder. To read this value, right-click and choose ‘Get’. The
program will now send an SNMP message to the ComBricks and the ComBricks will send the requested
information back, which will now be visible in blue text.

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You can also retrieve all information in the selected folder. Right-click a folder and choose ‘Walk’. All
information of items in the selected folder or entry will now be retrieved.

Click ‘Walk’ to read all SNMP

data items in this folder.

Item description from

the MIB file

Results of the ‘Walk’

in blue

Fig. 104 - Example of reading SNMP data

The info panel of SNMPb shows the description and details of the selected SNMP item.

For other freeware SNMP tools, see Paragraph 17.5.

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16 Firmware updates
The Updater tools and new firmware for the Head Station and for the modules can be downloaded from
www.procentec.com/ComBricks.

Firmware files have the extension .PKG.

For updating the firmware of the Head Station a mini USB cable is required.
For updating modules an Ethernet connection to the ComBricks is required.

16.1 Updating the Head Station


The Firmware Update procedure requires a power-down of the ComBricks system. Modules will not
be active during the update sequence. This means that the repeater functionality of the ComBricks
is disabled and (parts of) the network will be down.

It
After downloading the firmware and installing the firmware update tool, follow the procedure below:

STEP 1: Shutdown ALL power to the Head Station (also USB cables and power modules).

STEP 2: Hold the menu switch of the Head Station down and at the same time provide power to
the Head Station. In the firmware update mode the SF and IOF LEDs should be blinking.

STEP 3: Connect the mini USB to the Head Station (see Fig. 106).

STEP 4: Start the firmware update tool. If the tool detects the Head Station in the firmware update
mode, the "Start update" button is enabled (see Fig. 105).

STEP 5: Click on "Start update" to browse to the .PKG file and click "OK". The tool will now upload
the new firmware to the Head Station

STEP 6: After the upload the Head Station will update the firmware. This can take a few minutes.
The window that appears be can closed directly!

STEP 7: Verify the firmware update by checking the firmware version in the web server (bottom of
each web page).

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Fig. 106 - Firmware update cable

COMbricks is Click here to browse

connected to USB to the .pkg file
and in the update
mode

This window can be

closed directly, but wait
until COMbricks is ready
(check LEDs)

Fig. 105 - Firmware update tool

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16.2 Updating modules
Some ComBricks modules can get new functionality by updating the module firmware. These updates are not
distributed through the Head Station firmware, but in separate Module firmware packages. For a listing of all
available firmware, see www.procentec.com/ComBricks.

The tool for updating the module firmware is different than the tool for updating the Head Station. It can be
downloaded from the above mentioned location.

After downloading the update tool and the module firmware follow the procedure below:

STEP 1: Make sure the Head Station and targeted module(s) are powered and running.

STEP 2: Connect an Ethernet cable between the Head Station and your workstation and verify the
network connection.

STEP 3: Start the Module firmware update tool and enter the IP address of the targeted ComBricks
Head Station. If you do not know the IP address, use ‘Search network’ to open the Discovery
Tool and select the correct Head Station.
STEP 4: Click ‘Connect to Head station’ in the Update tool. It will scan all slots to check the module
types.

STEP 5: Double-click the targeted module slot. A file dialog will appear; navigate to the local folder
where you stored the firmware package.

STEP 6: The tool automatically filters all unrelated firmware files; you cannot select incorrect files.
Choose the firmware and click ‘Open’. The firmware update will start automatically. You
should see the windows as shown in Fig. 108 and Fig. 107.

Use the Discovery Tool if you

do not know the IP address

Double-click a
module to select a
firmware file

Fig. 108 - Updating module Fig. 107 - Update complete

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17 Tips and Tricks

17.1 Ident Number lookup

It is possible to check if ComBricks has info on a certain Ident Number (located in gsd.bin):

[ComBricks IP or DNS address]/data_srv.cgi?data=gsdinfo:0x[Ident Number]

Example: http://192.168.1.230/data_srv.cgi?data=gsdinfo:0x6012

It should display a line comparable with this:

ABB%20Drives%20NPBA%2D12%1FABB%2DDRIVES%1F40%1F8%1FNPBA%2D12%.....

17.2 Solution for secured email connections

Because ComBricks can only handle unsecured email connections, a proxy between ComBricks email and
outgoing email could be helpful. hMailserver is a free tool that creates a mail server on one of the local PCs in
the network. ComBricks can mail the events to this mailserver and the mailserver can forward it through a
secured connection to an external mailserver.
www.hmailserver.com

17.3 IP address adjustment tool

Every time you go 1-on-1 with a laptop to a ComBricks unit, the IP settings of your laptop have to be adjusted
to fit the local IP address of the ComBricks. To make this step very easy a tool is available with the name
NetSetMan to automatically change all the settings according to customized profiles.
www.netsetman.com

17.4 Free Wi-Fi channel detector

For ComBricks streaming with the ProfiTrace 2 software over Wi-Fi, a clean connection is required to keep the
streaming performance as high as possible. To verify that your Wi-Fi does not overlap with other channels, we
recommend to use the free tool inSSIDer.
www.metageek.net/products/inssider

17.5 Some SNMP tools

To test the ComBricks SNMP functionality, you can use the tools below:
 SNMPb
 NetSentinel by Micromedia
 MIBbrowser by iReasoning
 Solarwinds

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18 Technical Data - ComBricks in general

Technical Data - ComBricks in general

Dimensions, weight and mounting

Dimensions H x D x W (mm) 140 x 110 x 25 mm (1 module)

Weight 150 g
DIN-rail 35 mm (minimal 50 mm wide)

Ambient conditions

Operating temperature 0..60o Celsius

Isolation class IP 20 (DIN 40 050)

Colours and material

Housing RAL 5017 (blue) - ABS

Backplane RAL 7037 (grey) - ABS
DIN rail clip RAL 2004 (orange) - PP
Side cap RAL 7024 (anthracite) - PP

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19 Technical Data - Head Station 1A/1B/1C

Technical Data - Head Station 1A/1B/1C

Type differences (Hardware is identical with all types)

Head Station 1A No ProfiTrace OE

Head Station 1B ProfiTrace OE for 1 PROFIBUS network +

ProfiTrace 2 live streaming + OPC (since June 2013)

Head Station 1C ProfiTrace OE for 4 PROFIBUS networks +

ProfiTrace 2 live streaming + OPC

For all Head Stations CommDTM

Backplane

Modules 32 (10 repeater modules positioned in the first 10 slots)

Current available for the backplane 2.5 A
PROFIBUS networks 4
Compatible backplane units 101-200012, 101-200023, 101-200024, 101-200027

Power supply specifications

Nominal supply voltage 10.8 .. 26.4 VDC

Current consumption 800 mA (fully loaded)
Power 20 W
Reverse polarity protection Yes
Redundant power supply Yes
Wire diameter < 2.5 mm2

Installation notes:
The device shall be supplied from an isolating transformer
having a secondary Listed fuse rated either:
 Maximum 5 amps for voltages 12~20 V, or
 Maximum 4 amps for voltages 21~24 V,
or is supplied by a Class 2 power supply, or equivalent.

Ethernet

Connector RJ 45
Cable length Max. 100 m
Link speed 10 / 100 Mbps
MAC address 9C.B2.06.xx.xx.xx (label on the side of the Head Station)

Supported protocols HTTP, FTP, SMTP, TELNET, DHCP, SNMP

Default IP address after reset/purchase 192.168.1.254

Connections 20 simultaneous web server clients

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Relay contact

Resistance 300 mOhm (plug included)

Voltage 24 VAC
Current 0.5 A

Installation notes:
The Relay output shall be supplied from an isolating transformer
having a secondary Listed fuse rated either:
 Maximum 5 amps for voltages 12~20 V, or
 Maximum 4 amps for voltages 21~24 V,
or is supplied by a Class 2 power supply, or equivalent.

SD Card

Types SD and SDHC

Size Max. 32 GB (1 GB is provided)

Others

Weight 150 g
MTBF To be defined

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Technical Data - SCOPE Repeater (101-201210)

Backplane

PROFIBUS networks 4 (set by dipswitches or web server)

Modules 10 (positioned in the first 10 slots)
Power supply Provided through the backplane
Current consumption ± 400 mA (555 mA max)
Compatible backplane units 101-200011, 101-200012, 101-200023, 101-200024,
101-200027

Protocol specifications

Supported Protocols DP-V0, DP- V1, DP-V2, FDL, MPI, FMS, PROFIsafe, PROFIdrive
and any other FDL based protocol

Address NO bus address required

Transmission speed 9.6 kbps .. 12 Mbps (including 45.45 kbps)
Transmission speed detection Auto detect (< 10 s detection and 50 s lost time)

Data delay time (normal mode) 2.0 TBit at 9.6 kbps .. 3 Mbps
2.75 TBit at 6 Mbps
3.75 TBit at 12 Mbps

Data delay time (redundant mode) 12.0 TBit at 9.6 kbps .. 3 Mbps
12.75 TBit at 6 Mbps
13.75 TBit at 12 Mbps

Delay time jitter Max. ¼ TBit

Oscilloscope specifications

Frequency 192 MS/s

Resolution 50 mV
Differential range -6.436 .. 6.436 V

PROFIBUS cable specifications

Cable lengths 1200 m at 9.6 kbps .. 93.75 kbps

1000 m at 187.5 kbps
400 m at 500 kbps
200 m at 1.5 Mbps
100 m at 3 Mbps .. 12 Mbps

Wire diameter (for the screw terminals) < 1.5 mm2

Wire type Stranded or solid core
Number of devices Maximum 31 devices per channel (busloads)
Termination Integrated (switchable - PB RS 485 - 390/220/390 Ohms)

Cascading depth No limit, only busparameter limitation of the master

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Redundancy Yes, maximum 10 cables activated by switch

Dipswitches

NW0 NW1 PROFIBUS Network

LEFT LEFT 1 Repeater Module Communication
error or bad
RIGHT LEFT 2 status
telegrams
LEFT RIGHT 3 Data received Repeater internal
RIGHT RIGHT 4 failure

Termination ON
Signal amplitude of
the telegrams
RED Redundancy is too low
LEFT / RIGHT OFF / ON The idle voltage
Network 1: NW0 = L, NW1 = L
when nobody is
sending is too low Network 2: NW0 = R, NW1 = L
Network 3: NW0 = L, NW1 = R
H/S Settings Network 4: NW0 = R, NW1 = R

LEFT / RIGHT Hardware / Software Dipswitches or web Redundancy for the

server settings current network

PROFIBUS connectors

CH1 Screw terminals + DB9 connector (1-on-1)

A, B Green wire, Red wire
SH Direct grounding
I Indirect grounding

LEDs

RX Receiving telegrams (blinking)

SW Termination ON
HWE Internal repeater error (contact PROCENTEC)
ER No or bad telegrams detected
MIN Signal amplitude of the telegrams too low (< 2.5 V)
TERM Idle voltage too low ( <0.95 V .. >1.26 V )

The alarm values be changed through the web server.

Others

Head Station firmware At least version 1.260

Operating temperature 0 .. 60 °C
Weight 120 g
MTBF To be defined

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Technical Data - 2 Channel Repeater (101-201102)

Backplane

PROFIBUS networks 4 (set by dipswitches or web server)

Modules 10 (positioned in the first 10 slots)
Power supply Provided through the backplane
Current consumption ± 300 mA (500 mA max)
Compatible backplane units 101-200011, 101-200012, 101-200023, 101-200024,
101-200027

Protocol specifications

Supported Protocols DP-V0, DP- V1, DP-V2, FDL, MPI, FMS, PROFIsafe, PROFIdrive
and any other FDL based protocol

Address NO bus address required

Transmission speed 9.6 kbps .. 12 Mbps (including 45.45 kbps)

Transmission speed detection Auto detect (< 10 s detection and 50 s lost time)

Data delay time (normal mode) 1.6 TBit at 9.6 kbps .. 93.75 kbps
1.7 TBit at 187.5 kbps .. 500 kbps
1.8 TBit at 1.5 Mbps
2.0 TBit at 3 Mbps
2.75 TBit at 6 Mbps
3.75 TBit at 12 Mbps

Data delay time (redundant mode) 11.6 TBit at 9.6 kbps .. 93.75 kbps
11.7 TBit at 187.5 kbps .. 500 kbps
11.8 TBit at 1.5 Mbps
12.0 TBit at 3 Mbps
12.75 TBit at 6 Mbps
13.75 TBit at 12 Mbps

Delay time jitter Max. ¼ TBit

PROFIBUS cable specifications

Cable lengths 1200 m at 9.6 kbps .. 93.75 kbps

1000 m at 187.5 kbps
400 m at 500 kbps
200 m at 1.5 Mbps
100 m at 3 Mbps .. 12 Mbps

Wire diameter (for the screw terminals) < 2.5 mm2

Wire type Stranded or solid core

Number of devices Maximum 31 devices per channel (busload)

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Termination Integrated (switchable)

Powered according to PB RS 485 (390/220/390 Ohms)

Cascading depth No limit, only busparameter limitation of the master

Redundancy Yes, maximum 10 cables activated by switch

Dipswitches

NW0 NW1 PROFIBUS Network

LEFT LEFT 1
RIGHT LEFT 2 Termination ON
on Channel x
LEFT RIGHT 3 Repeater Module
status
RIGHT RIGHT 4
Communication
error on Channel x
RED Redundancy Data received on
Channel x
LEFT OFF
Network 1: NW0 = L, NW1 = L
RIGHT ON Network 2: NW0 = R, NW1 = L
Channel 2
1 and Network 3: NW0 = L, NW1 = R
Channel 1
2 Network 4: NW0 = R, NW1 = R

H/S Settings
LEFT Hardware
Redundancy for the
RIGHT Software Dipswitches or web
current network
server settings

PROFIBUS connectors

CH2 Screw terminals

A, B Green wire, Red wire
SH Direct grounding
I Indirect grounding

CH1 Screw terminals + DB9 connector (1-on-1)

A, B Green wire, Red wire
SH Direct grounding
I Indirect grounding

Others

Head Station firmware ALL

Operating temperature 0 .. 60 °C
Weight 125 grams
MTBF To be defined

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Technical Data - 1 Channel Repeater (101-201101)

Backplane

PROFIBUS networks 4 (set by dipswitches or web server)

Modules 10 (positioned in the first 10 slots)
Power supply Provided through the backplane
Current consumption ± 160 mA (270 mA max)
Compatible backplane units 101-200011, 101-200012, 101-200023, 101-200024,
101-200027

Protocol specifications

Supported Protocols DP-V0, DP- V1, DP-V2, FDL, MPI, FMS, PROFIsafe, PROFIdrive
and any other FDL based protocol

Address NO bus address required

Transmission speed 9.6 kbps .. 12 Mbps (including 45.45 kbps)

Transmission speed detection Auto detect (< 10 s detection and 50 s lost time)

Data delay time (normal mode) 1.6 TBit at 9.6 kbps .. 93.75 kbps
1.7 TBit at 187.5 kbps .. 500 kbps
1.8 TBit at 1.5 Mbps
2.0 TBit at 3 Mbps
2.75 TBit at 6 Mbps
3.75 TBit at 12 Mbps

Data delay time (redundant mode) 11.6 TBit at 9.6 kbps .. 93.75 kbps
11.7 TBit at 187.5 kbps .. 500 kbps
11.8 TBit at 1.5 Mbps
12.0 TBit at 3 Mbps
12.75 TBit at 6 Mbps
13.75 TBit at 12 Mbps

Delay time jitter Max. ¼ TBit

PROFIBUS cable specifications

Cable lengths 1200 m at 9.6 kbps .. 93.75 kbps

1000 m at 187.5 kbps
400 m at 500 kbps
200 m at 1.5 Mbps
100 m at 3 Mbps .. 12 Mbps

Wire diameter (for the screw terminals) < 2.5 mm2

Wire type Stranded or solid core

Number of devices Maximum 31 devices per channel (busloads)

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Termination Integrated (switchable)

Powered according to PB RS 485 (390/220/390 Ohms)

Cascading depth No limit, only busparameter limitation of the master

Redundancy Yes, maximum 10 cables activated by switch

Dipswitches

NW0 NW1 PROFIBUS Network

LEFT LEFT 1 Repeater Module Communication
status error on Channel x
RIGHT LEFT 2
LEFT RIGHT 3 Data received on
Channel x Termination ON
RIGHT RIGHT 4 on Channel x

Network 1: NW0 = L, NW1 = L

RED Redundancy Network 2: NW0 = R, NW1 = L
Network 3: NW0 = L, NW1 = R
LEFT OFF Network 4: NW0 = R, NW1 = R

RIGHT ON

H/S Settings Dipswitches or web

server settings
Redundancy for the
current network
LEFT Hardware
RIGHT Software

PROFIBUS connectors

CH1 Screw terminals + DB9 connector (1-on-1)

A, B Green wire, Red wire
SH Direct grounding
I Indirect grounding

Others

Head Station firmware ALL

Operating temperature 0 .. 60 °C
Weight 110 grams
MTBF To be defined

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Technical Data - 2 Channel Fiber Optic Module Type 1 (101-201510)

Backplane

PROFIBUS networks 4 (set by dipswitches or web server)

Modules 10 (positioned in the first 10 slots)
Power supply Provided through the backplane
Current consumption ± 360 mA (510 mA max)

Compatible backplane units 101-200011, 101-200012, 101-200023, 101-200024,

101-200027

Protocol specifications

Supported Protocols DP-V0, DP- V1, DP-V2, FDL, MPI, FMS, PROFIsafe, PROFIdrive
and any other FDL based protocol

Address NO bus address required

Transmission speed 9.6 kbps .. 12 Mbps (including 45.45 kbps)

Transmission speed detection Auto detect (< 10 s detection and 50 s lost time)

Fiber optic cable delay calculation (between FO cable delay = (5 ∗ 10−6 ) × FO cable length × Baudrate
2 modules, 1 direction)
Example: 1.5 Mbps, 3 km FO cable

FO cable delay = 0.000005x3x1500000 = 22.5 TBit

Module delay time (normal mode) 1.6 TBit at 9.6 kbps .. 93.75 kbps
1.7 TBit at 187.5 kbps .. 500 kbps
1.8 TBit at 1.5 Mbps
2.0 TBit at 3 Mbps
2.75 TBit at 6 Mbps
3.75 TBit at 12 Mbps

Module delay time (redundant mode) 11.6 TBit at 9.6 kbps .. 93.75 kbps
11.7 TBit at 187.5 kbps .. 500 kbps
11.8 TBit at 1.5 Mbps
12.0 TBit at 3 Mbps
12.75 TBit at 6 Mbps
13.75 TBit at 12 Mbps

Delay time jitter Max. ¼ TBit

Total delay between 2 modules Tdelay = (FO cable delay + (2 × Module delay time)) × 2
(2 directions)
Continued example: 1.5 Mbps, 22.5 TBit FO delay:

Tdelay = (22.5 + (2 × 1.8)) × 2 = 52.2 TBit

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Fiber optic specifications

Cable type Multimode G62.5 / 125 (OM1)

Cable length Max. 3 km (baudrate independent)
Connectors 4 x ST/BFOC (2 channels)

Topologies Point-to-point, Star, Bus

Fiber Optic type Multimode 850 nm

Compatible with most other vendors in 3rd party compatibility
mode

Cascading depth No limit, only busparameter limitation of the master

Redundancy Yes, maximum 10 cables activated by switch

Dipswitches

NW0 NW1 PROFIBUS Network

LEFT LEFT 1
Redundancy for the
RIGHT LEFT 2 current network
LEFT RIGHT 3
RIGHT RIGHT 4 CH1

RED Redundancy
LEFT OFF CH2
RIGHT ON Network 1: NW0 = L, NW1 = L
Network 2: NW0 = R, NW1 = L
Network 3: NW0 = L, NW1 = R
H/S Settings Dipswitches or web Network 4: NW0 = R, NW1 = R
server settings
LEFT Hardware
RIGHT Software

Others

Head Station firmware 1.264 and higher

Operating temperature 0 .. 60 °C
Weight 121 gram
MTBF To be defined

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Technical Data - Fiber Optic Ring MM1 (101-201530)

Backplane

PROFIBUS networks 4 (set by dipswitches or web server)

Modules 10 (positioned in the first 10 slots)
Power supply Provided through the backplane
Current consumption t.b.d.

Compatible backplane units 101-200011, 101-200012, 101-200023, 101-200024,

101-200027

Protocol specifications

Supported Protocols DP-V0, DP- V1, DP-V2, FDL, MPI, FMS, PROFIsafe, PROFIdrive
and any other FDL based protocol

Address NO bus address required

Transmission speed 9.6 kbps .. 12 Mbps (including 45.45 kbps)

Transmission speed detection Auto detect (< 10 s detection and 50 s lost time)

Fiber optic cable delay See manual for calculation

Delay time (per ring module) 2 TBit at 9.6 kbps .. 500 kbps
3 TBit at 1.5 Mbps
6 TBit at 3 Mbps
8 TBit at 6 Mbps
11 TBit at 12 Mbps

Total delay between 2 modules See manual for Slot time adjustment calculation

Fiber optic specifications

Fiber Optic wavelength Multimode 1310 nm

Cable type Multimode Fiber G62.5 (50) / 125 µm (OM1)

Cable length Max. 5 km (baudrate independent)

Optical budget 13dB

Optical Loss 2dB per km

Connectors 4 x ST/BFOC (2 channels)

Topologies Ring, point-to-point (direct, hub, split, star)

Cascading depth No limit, only busparameter limitation of the master

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Dipswitches

Others

Head Station firmware 1.288 and higher

Operating temperature 0 .. 60 °C
Weight 121 gram
MTBF To be defined

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Technical Data - Fiber Optic Ring SM1 (101-201531)

Backplane

PROFIBUS networks 4 (set by dipswitches or web server)

Modules 10 (positioned in the first 10 slots)
Power supply Provided through the backplane
Current consumption t.b.d.

Compatible backplane units 101-200011, 101-200012, 101-200023, 101-200024,

101-200027

Protocol specifications

Supported Protocols DP-V0, DP- V1, DP-V2, FDL, MPI, FMS, PROFIsafe, PROFIdrive
and any other FDL based protocol

Address NO bus address required

Transmission speed 9.6 kbps .. 12 Mbps (including 45.45 kbps)

Transmission speed detection Auto detect (< 10 s detection and 50 s lost time)

Fiber optic cable delay See manual for calculation

Delay time (per ring module) 2 TBit at 9.6 kbps .. 500 kbps
3 TBit at 1.5 Mbps
6 TBit at 3 Mbps
8 TBit at 6 Mbps
11 TBit at 12 Mbps

Total delay between 2 modules See manual for Slot time adjustment calculation

Fiber optic specifications

Fiber Optic wavelength Single mode 1310 nm

Cable type Single Mode Fiber 9 / 125 µm

Cable length Max. 30 km (baudrate independent)

Optical budget 17dB

Optical loss 0.4dB per km

Connectors 4 x ST/BFOC (2 channels)

Topologies Ring, point-to-point (direct, hub, split, star)

Cascading depth No limit, only busparameter limitation of the master

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Dipswitches

Others

Head Station firmware 1.288 and higher

Operating temperature 0 .. 60 °C
Weight 121 gram
MTBF To be defined

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Technical Data - Fiber Optic Ring XM1 (101-201532)

Backplane

PROFIBUS networks 4 (set by dipswitches or web server)

Modules 10 (positioned in the first 10 slots)
Power supply Provided through the backplane
Current consumption t.b.d.

Compatible backplane units 101-200011, 101-200012, 101-200023, 101-200024,

101-200027

Protocol specifications

Supported Protocols DP-V0, DP- V1, DP-V2, FDL, MPI, FMS, PROFIsafe, PROFIdrive
and any other FDL based protocol

Address NO bus address required

Transmission speed 9.6 kbps .. 12 Mbps (including 45.45 kbps)

Transmission speed detection Auto detect (< 10 s detection and 50 s lost time)

Fiber optic cable delay See manual for calculation

Delay time (per ring module) 2 TBit at 9.6 kbps .. 500 kbps
3 TBit at 1.5 Mbps
6 TBit at 3 Mbps
8 TBit at 6 Mbps
11 TBit at 12 Mbps

Total delay between 2 modules See manual for Slot time adjustment calculation

Fiber optic specifications

Fiber Optic wavelength Multimode: 1310 nm

Single mode: 1310 nm

Cable type Multimode: 62.5 (50) / 125 µm

Single mode: 9 / 125 µm

Cable length Multimode: Max. 5 km (baudrate independent)

Single mode: Max. 30 km (baudrate independent)

Optical budget Multimode: 13dB

Single mode: 17dB

Optical loss Multimode: 2dB per km

Single mode: 0.4dB per km

Connectors 4 x ST/BFOC (2 channels)

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Topologies Ring, point-to-point (direct, hub, split, star)

Cascading depth No limit, only busparameter limitation of the master

Dipswitches

Others

Head Station firmware 1.288 and higher

Operating temperature 0 .. 60 °C
Weight 121 gram
MTBF To be defined

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Technical Data - Alternative Cable Repeater (101-201710)

Backplane

PROFIBUS networks 4 (set by dipswitches or web server)

Modules 10 (positioned in the first 10 slots)
Power supply Provided through the backplane
Current consumption ± 400 mA (555 mA max)
Compatible backplane units 101-200011, 101-200012, 101-200023, 101-200024,
101-200027

Protocol specifications

Supported Protocols DP-V0, DP- V1, DP-V2, FDL, MPI, FMS, PROFIsafe, PROFIdrive
and any other FDL based protocol

Address NO bus address required

Transmission speed 9.6 kbps .. 12 Mbps (including 45.45 kbps)
Transmission speed detection Auto detect (< 10 s detection and 50 s lost time)

Data delay time (normal mode) 2.0 TBit at 9.6 kbps .. 3 Mbps
2.75 TBit at 6 Mbps
3.75 TBit at 12 Mbps

Data delay time (redundant mode) 12.0 TBit at 9.6 kbps .. 3 Mbps
12.75 TBit at 6 Mbps
13.75 TBit at 12 Mbps

Delay time jitter Max. ¼ TBit

Oscilloscope specifications

Frequency 192 MS/s

Resolution 50 mV
Differential range -6.436 .. 6.436 V

Cable specifications

Cable lengths Depends on the cable type used

Wire diameter (for the screw terminals) < 2.5 mm2

Wire type Stranded or solid core
Number of devices Maximum 31 devices per channel (busloads)

Cascading depth No limit, only busparameter limitation of the master

Redundancy Yes, maximum 10 cables activated by switch

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Termination

Termination range (MIDDLE) 94 .. 940 Ohm (DC) 57 .. 1500 Ohm (AC)

Idle voltage range (PULL-UP) 0 .. 5 V

Dipswitches

NW0 NW1 PROFIBUS Network

LEFT LEFT 1 Repeater Module Communication
status error or bad
RIGHT LEFT 2 telegrams

LEFT RIGHT 3 Data received Repeater internal

failure
RIGHT RIGHT 4
Signal amplitude of
the telegrams
RED Redundancy is too low

LEFT / RIGHT OFF / ON The idle voltage

when nobody is
Network 1: NW0 = L, NW1 = L
sending is too low Network 2: NW0 = R, NW1 = L
Network 3: NW0 = L, NW1 = R
H/S Settings Network 4: NW0 = R, NW1 = R

LEFT / RIGHT Hardware / Software Dipswitches or web Redundancy for the

server settings current network

PROFIBUS connectors

CH1 Screw terminals

A, B Green wire, Red wire
SH Direct grounding
I Indirect grounding

LEDs

RDY Module is ready for operation (ON)

RX Receiving telegrams (blinking)
HWE Internal repeater error (contact PROCENTEC)
ER No or bad telegrams detected
MIN Signal amplitude of the telegrams too low ( < 2.5 V )
TERM Idle voltage too low ( <0.5 V .. >1.7 V )

Alarm values can be changed through the web server.

Others

Head Station firmware At least version 1.264

Operating temperature 0 .. 60 °C
Weight 120 g
MTBF To be defined

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Technical Data - PA Module (101-201610)

Backplane

PROFIBUS networks 4 (set by dipswitches or web server)

Modules Link mode: 9 modules (in the first 10 slots)
Coupler mode: 9 modules (in the first 10 slots)
Monitoring mode: 4 modules (in the first 10 slots)

Power supply for the module Provided through the backplane

Current consumption ± 350 mA (555 mA max)
Compatible backplane units 101-200011, 101-200012, 101-200023, 101-200024,
101-200027

PROFIBUS PA power specifications

Trunk voltage 10 .. 27 V (customizable and Non-Ex)

Trunk current 500 mA
Current consumption 10 mA (in all modes)
Number of devices 32 (PROFIBUS PA specifications)
Baudrate 31.25 kbps PA signal

PROFIBUS PA cable specifications

Cable length Max. 1900 m cable length (PROFIBUS PA specifications)

Wire diameter < 2.5 mm2
Wire type Stranded or solid core
Termination Automatic (ON in Link and Coupler mode)

Connector specifications

2 Removable PA screw terminals (1-on-1)

PA-, PA+ Wire colors are undefined
SH Direct grounding
I Indirect grounding

Removable power connector

-, + 11 .. 28 V (Max. 600 mA)
SH Direct grounding

PROFIBUS DP specifications

Transmission speed 9.6 kbps .. 12 Mbps (including 45.45 kbps)

Transmission speed detection Auto detect (< 10 s detection and 50 s lost time)
PROFBIUS busparameters No adjustments required in Link mode
Address NO bus address required (Link has address 1 on PA)

Supported Protocols DP-V0, DP- V1, DP-V2, FDL, MPI, FMS, PROFIsafe, PROFIdrive
and any other FDL based protocol

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Oscilloscope specifications

AC PA voltage 4 MS/s, resolution 7.5 mV, range -0.95..0.95 V

DC PA voltage 1 kS/s, resolution 75 mV, range -38..+38 V
DC PA current: 1 kS/s, resolution 1 mA, range 0..1024 mA

Dipswitches

NW0 NW1 PROFIBUS Network

LEFT LEFT 1 Repeater Module Communication
status errors or bad
RIGHT LEFT 2 telegrams
LEFT RIGHT 3 Data received on PA Repeater internal
failure
RIGHT RIGHT 4 Over current, noise,
unbalance, DC-
polarity Jitter, asymmetry,
LNK Link mode field device polarity

LEFT / RIGHT OFF / ON PA signal too low or Network 1: NW0 = L, NW1 = L

too high Network 2: NW0 = R, NW1 = L
Network 3: NW0 = L, NW1 = R
H/S Settings Network 4: NW0 = R, NW1 = R

LEFT / RIGHT Hardware / Software Dipswitches or web Coupler or Link

server settings mode

LEDs

RDY Module is ready for operation (ON)

RX Receiving PA telegrams (blinking)
HWE Internal repeater error (contact PROCENTEC)
ER No or bad telegrams on PA detected
AMP PA signal too low or too high
POW Over current, noise, unbalance, DC-polarity
NWER Jitter, asymmetry, field device polarity

Alarm values can be changed through the web server.

Others

Head Station firmware At least version 1.279

Operating temperature 0 .. 60 °C
Weight 133 g
MTBF To be defined

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Technical Data - 4 Channel Relay Module (101-210210)

Backplane

Controllers Web server, PROFINET IO device, PROFIBUS DP slave

Modules 32 (all slots)

Power supply Provided through the backplane
Current consumption ± 225 mA (465 mA max)

Compatible backplane units 101-200011, 101-200012, 101-200023, 101-200024,

101-200027

Relays

Relays 4 (2 on the front, and 2 on the bottom)

Current 5 A per relay
Voltage 230 VAC
Resistance 300 mOhm (including connectors)
Toggles 100000 (at 5A - 230 VAC)

Connectors

Pins 1 = No (normally open)

2 = Common
3 = Nc (normally closed)

Wire diameter (for the screw terminals) < 2.5 mm2

Wire type Stranded or solid core

Others

Head Station firmware V1.260 and later

Dimensions 140 x 110 x 25 mm
Operating temperature 0 .. 60 °C
Weight 125 g
MTBF To be defined

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Technical Data - 8 Channel Digital Out Module (101-210110)

Backplane

Controllers Web server, PROFINET IO device, PROFIBUS DP slave

Modules 32 (all slots)

Power supply module electronics Provided through the backplane
Power supply digital outputs Provided through an additional 3-pin connector

Current consumption module electronics ± 290 mA (465 mA max)

Compatible backplane units 101-200011, 101-200012, 101-200023, 101-200024,
101-200027

Digital Outputs

Outputs 8 Digital Outs on 1 connector

Current 0.5 A per Digital Out (direct current)
Voltage range 15..30 VDC (depends on provided voltage)
Losses 0.211 Ohm loss per Digital Out

Power Connector

Pins power connector 1 = -, 2 = +, 3 = SH

Wire diameter (for the screw terminals) < 2.5 mm2
Wire type Stranded or solid core

Digital Output Connector

Pins DO connector 1 = GND, 2..9 = DO0..DO7, 10 = GND

Wire diameter (for the screw terminals) < 1.5 mm2
Wire type Stranded or solid core

Others

Head Station firmware V1.260 and later

Dimensions 140 x 110 x 25 mm
Operating temperature 0 .. 60 °C
Weight 105 g
MTBF To be defined

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Technical Data - 8 Channel Digital In Module (101-210010)

Backplane

Controllers PROFINET IO device, PROFIBUS DP slave

Modules 32 (all slots)

Power supply Provided through the backplane

Current consumption Typ. ±169 mA (465 mA max)

Compatible backplane units 101-200011, 101-200012, 101-200023, 101-200024,

101-200027

Digital Inputs

Inputs 8 digital inputs on 1 connector

Power per input 240 mW at 24 V

Signal Voltage for ‘1’ 3 .. 32 VDC

Input detection frequency Max. 3 ms

Digital Input Connector

Pins of Digital Inputs connector 1 = GND, 2..9 = DI0..DI7, 10 = GND1

Wire diameter (for the screw terminals) < 1.5 mm2

Wire type Stranded or solid core

Others

Head Station firmware V1.271 and later

Dimensions 140 x 110 x 25 mm
Operating temperature 0 .. 60 °C
Weight 100 g
MTBF To be defined

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Technical Data – RS 485-IS Barrier (101-201410)

Backplane

PROFIBUS networks 4 (set by dipswitches or web server)

Modules 10 (positioned in the first 10 slots)
Power supply Provided through the backplane
Current consumption ± 450 mA (740 mA max)
Compatible backplane units 101-200011, 101-200012, 101-200023, 101-200024,
101-200027

Protocol specifications

Supported Protocols DP-V0, DP- V1, DP-V2, FDL, MPI, FMS, PROFIsafe, PROFIdrive
and any other FDL based protocol

Address No bus address required

Transmission speed 9.6 kbps .. 1.5 Mbps (including 45.45 kbps)

Transmission speed detection Auto detect (< 10 s detection and 50 s lost time)

Data delay time (normal mode) 2.0 TBit

Data delay time (redundant mode) 12.0 TBit

Delay time jitter Max. ¼ TBit

Oscilloscope specifications

Frequency 192 MS/s

Resolution 27 mV
Differential range -3.49..+3.49 V

PROFIBUS cable specifications

Cable lengths 1200 m at 9.6 kbps .. 93.75 kbps

1000 m at 187.5 kbps
400 m at 500 kbps
200 m at 1.5 Mbps

Number of devices Maximum 31 devices per channel (busloads)

Required termination DB9-IS connector with internal 200Ω only

Redundancy Yes, maximum 10 cables activated by switch

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Dipswitches

NW0 NW1 PROFIBUS Network

LEFT LEFT 1 Communication error
Repeater Module or bad telegrams
RIGHT LEFT 2 status
LEFT RIGHT 3
RIGHT RIGHT 4 Data received Repeater internal
failure

RED Redundancy The idle voltage Signal amplitude

when no node is is too low
LEFT / RIGHT OFF / ON sending is too low

Network 1: NW0 = L, NW1 = L

H/S Settings Network 2: NW0 = R, NW1 = L
Network 3: NW0 = L, NW1 = R
LEFT / RIGHT Hardware / Software Network 4: NW0 = R, NW1 = R

Dipswitches or web
server settings Redundancy for the
current network

ATEX (electrical)

Uo 4.2 V
Io 149 mA
Ui ≥ 4.2
Li ≈ 0 μH V
Ci Negligibly small
Output characteristic Linear

ATEX (compliance):

II (2) G [Ex ia Gb] IIC

EN-IEC60079-0: 2009 / EN-IEC60079-11: 2012 / EN-IEC60079-25: 2010
PROFIBUS International IS Installation Guidelines
Certification number: DEKRA 12ATEX0192

LEDs

RDY Module is ready for operation (ON)

RX Receiving telegrams (blinking)
HWE Internal repeater error (contact PROCENTEC)
ER No or bad telegrams detected
MIN Signal amplitude of the telegrams too low (< 1.64 V)
TERM Idle voltage too low ( <0.35 V .. >0.75 V )
Alarm values can be changed through the web server.

Others

Head Station firmware At least version 1.272

Operating temperature 0 .. 60 °C
Weight 150 g
MTBF To be defined

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Technical Data – PROFIBUS Slave PBS-001 (101-220210)

Backplane

PROFIBUS networks 10 (web server), 4 (dipswitches and web server)

Modules 10 (positioned in the first 10 slots)

Power supply Provided through the backplane

Current consumption ± 390 mA typical (625 mA max)

Compatible backplane units 101-200011, 101-200012, 101-200023, 101-200024, 101-200027

Compatible partner/gateway modules 101-220210, 101-220110, 101-210210, 101-210110, 101-210010

PROFIBUS DP Slave Device

Supported protocol DP-V0 (certification number: Z01776)

Ident Number 696F
GSD filename PROC696F.gsd (www.procentec.com/downloads)

Bus address 1 – 99 (set by rotary switches) or

0 – 126 (set by software)

Transmission speed 9.6 kbps .. 12 Mbps (including 45.45 kbps)

Transmission speed detection Auto detect

Maximum transferrable data 244 bytes input and 244 bytes output
Max. transferrable data per gateway 128 bytes input and 128 bytes output
Maximum number of gateway modules 9

Selectable number of I/O bytes or 1, 2, 3, 4, 8, 12, 16, 20, 24, 28, 32, 64 bytes
words per gateway 48, 64 words

Consistent Gateways: 2, 3, 4, 8, 12, 16, 20, 24, 28, 32, 64 bytes

48, 64 words

Failsafe options Outputs OFF, Outputs ON, Keep last value, Custom failsafe value
Simulation input patterns ON, OFF, Blink, Up counter, Down counter, Zig Zag

RS 485 Repeater

Bus channels 1 x RS 485

Connector DB9 (A, B, 5V, GND)

Number of devices Maximum 31 devices per channel (busloads)

Cable lengths 1200 m at 9.6 kbps .. 93.75 kbps

1000 m at 187.5 kbps
400 m at 500 kbps
200 m at 1.5 Mbps
100 m at 3 Mbps .. 12 Mbps

Supported protocols DP-V0, DP- V1, DP-V2, FDL, MPI, FMS, PROFIsafe, PROFIdrive and any
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Technical Data – PROFIBUS Slave PBS-001 (101-220210)

Data delay time 2.0 TBit at 9.6 kbps .. 3 Mbps

2.75 TBit at 6 Mbps
3.75 TBit at 12 Mbps
Delay time jitter Max. ¼ TBit

Dipswitches

NW0 NW1 PROFIBUS Network

Network 1: NW0 = L, NW1 = L
LEFT LEFT 1
Network 2: NW0 = R, NW1 = L
RIGHT LEFT 2 Network 3: NW0 = L, NW1 = R
LEFT RIGHT 3 Network 4: NW0 = R, NW1 = R
RIGHT RIGHT 4

NU Not Used
Not used

H/S Settings
LEFT / RIGHT Hardware / Software

Dipswitches or
web server settings

LEDs

RDY (ON) Module is ready for operation Ready for Firmware OK

RDY (Flashing) Connecting or updating operation

RUN (ON) Internal firmware is OK

SF (ON) System Failure: diagnostics or

configuration mismatch
I/O or config Not in Data
BF (ON) error Exchange
Bus Failure: not in Data
Exchange with master

Others

Head Station firmware At least version 1.275

Operating temperature 0 .. 60 °C
Weight 120 g
MTBF To be defined

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Technical Data - PROFINET PND001 (101-220110)

Backplane

Modules 10 (positioned in the first 10 slots)

Power supply Provided through the backplane
Current consumption ± 410 mA typical (625 mA max)
Compatible backplane units 101-200011, 101-200012, 101-200023, 101-200024,
101-200027
Compatible partner/gateway modules 101-220210, 101-220110, 101-210210, 101-210110, 101-210010

PROFINET specifications

PROFINET conformance class B

Supported protocols RT_CLASS_1, RTA, UDP, DCP, ARP, LLDP, SNMP (MIB II)

Switch propagation time To be defined

Cycle times 1 ms - 1..128 input or output bytes

2 ms - 129..256 input or output bytes
4 ms - 257..512 input or output bytes
8 ms - 513..1024 input or output bytes

PROFINET IO cyclic process image 1024 input bytes, provider (IOPS) and consumer (IOCS) data
qualifiers bytes included.
 PND-001 module 4 bytes IOPS
 Each input module 1 byte IOPS
 Each output module 1 byte IOCS

1024 output bytes, provider (IOPS) and consumer (IOCS) data

qualifiers bytes included.
 PND-001 module 4 bytes IOCS
 Each output module 1 byte IOPS
 Each input module 1 byte IOCS
Transferrable bytes to proxies
(inputs and outputs)
1, 2, 3, 4, 8, 12, 16, 20, 24, 28, 32, 64, 96, 128, 160, 192, 204

PROFINET cable and connector specifications

Technology standards 100BaseTX, 10BaseT

Transmission speed detection Auto detect, Auto cross-over, Auto polarity

Cable length Max. 100 m

Connectors RJ 45
 90 Degree connector for port 1 is not recommended.
 Shielded connectors are recommended.

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Technical Data - PROFINET PND001 (101-220110)

PROFINET Device Name

Rotary switch 0 = Stored device name (set by software - DCP protocol)

(the use of setting position 1..9 overrides 1 = "ComBricks-1" .... 9 = "ComBricks-9"
the stored device name).

Maximum device name length 63 characters separated by (.) or (-) and a total length of max 240
characters

LEDs

RDY (OFF) Module is not powered or module is faulty.

RDY (blinking at 0.3Hz) Module is receiving new firmware from the Head Station. Do not
remove module or power down the Head Station.
RDY (blinking at 1Hz) Module is communicating with the Head Station.
RDY (ON) The communication with the Head Station is established.
RUN (ON) Application is running

SF (ON) PROFINET configuration mismatch or system error

BF (OFF) Device is in PROFINET Data Exchange.
BF (blinking at 0.5 Hz) No Data Exchange, but physical link established.
BF (ON) No physical link.

Certification, Approvals and Identification

Approvals PNO PROFINET certificate (GSDML 2.25)

CE Emission acc. to EN 55022 (2006) + A1 (2007) class A
CE Immunity acc. to EN 55024 (1998) + A1 (2001) + A2 (2003) level
10V/m 10Vrms
FCC Emission 47 CFR 15 class A
PROFINET certification number ZZ10500

GSD filename GSDML-V2.25-PROCENTEC-ComBricks PND_001-20120831.xml

GSD bitmap filename GSDML-4000-0001-PND001.bmp

Manufacturer / Product Ident Number 0x4000 hex - 0x0001 hex

Others

Head Station firmware Version 1.264 or higher

Operating temperature 0 .. 60 °C
Weight 111 g
MTBF To be defined

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Technical Data - 6A Power Module Type 1 (101-230010)

Backplane

Modules 32 (all slots)

Current consumption from the backplane ± 130 mA (465 mA max)
Compatible backplane units 101-200011, 101-200012, 101-200023, 101-200024,
101-200027

Backplane power

Current 6A
Maximum combined backplane current 12 A (provided by all inserted power modules)

Power supply

Nominal supply voltage 12 .. 30 VDC

Current consumption Max. 2 A @ 24 VDC
Power Max. 42 W
Reverse polarity protection Yes
Redundant power supply Yes
Installation notes:
The device shall be supplied from an isolating transformer
having a secondary Listed fuse rated either:
 Maximum 5 amps for voltages 12~20 V, or
 Maximum 4 amps for voltages 21~24 V,
or is supplied by a Class 2 power supply, or equivalent.

Power supply connectors

Pins 1 = - (left)
2 = + (middle)
3 = Ground (right)
Wire diameter (for the screw terminals) < 2.5 mm2
Wire type Stranded or solid core

LEDs

ERR ON Input voltage too low, or maximum current

ERR + RUN OFF No power supply connected

Others

Head Station firmware V1.265 and later

Dimensions 140 x 110 x 25 mm
Operating temperature 0 .. 60 °C
Weight 125 g
MTBF To be defined

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36 Frequently asked questions / FAQ
General

Are the Kits in the product list really required?

NO, the Kits are just an easy step into the ComBricks world, because they contain all required components. You
can also order all items separately; Head Station, repeater modules, I/O modules, etc. Kits are also cheaper
than separate items.

Backplane

How many modules can I insert in the backplane?

ComBricks can handle 32 modules, but high speed modules can only be inserted in the first 10 sockets
(repeater and fiber optic modules). If you only have 5 high speed modules, the rest of the sockets can be
completed with regular modules (I/O modules).

What is the "Backplane Network"?

These are the 4 internal networks on the backplane that repeater modules utilize to transfer PROFIBUS
messages transparently to other inserted repeater modules who are locked to the same network number. Each
network can have its own masters, slaves and baudrate. They are completely isolated.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P3_gSC1pJO4

When I buy a module, is a backplane socket provided?

YES, with every module a backplane socket is provided. If you require more sockets because of spare parts, an
additional set can be purchased.

Installation

What is the default IP address after purchase or reset?

The default IP address is; 192.168.1.254. This can be customized through the web server of the Head Station or
the ComBricks Discovery Tool.

PROFIBUS PA Coupler Module

How can I make the PA Coupler Module transparent for 500 kbps?
You have to update the busparameters in the master. Here is a link to a table with recommended
settings: IMAGE
Keep in mind that some configuration tools cannot handle the large Tslot values.

I cannot make my PA module working. What are the steps to take?

 Head Station type 1C (for the monitoring).
 At least 1 module with a DP master (RS 485 or Fiber Optic) or CommDTM class 2 master through the Head
Station.
 At least 1 PA module.
 All involved modules on the same network number.
 After changing the network number, reset the ComBricks.
 Power the PA module (check the respective LED).
 If it is a floating power supply without ground (regular adapter), it is recommended to short the "-" and
GND on the power supply connector of the PA module.
 Proper termination at the other end of the PA segment.

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 In some cases the PA cable should also be more than 1 meter (same as RS 485).
 Verify "your" calculation of DC current with the current consumption stated in the web server (status
screen).
 Verify the PA power supply voltage.
 Correct addresses of your PA devices.
 Adjust the busparameters in the master to the specific baudrate
(http://www.procentec2.com/pics2/0018.jpg).
 Check the master in the Live List.
 Check the devices in the Live List.
 Check the PA oscilloscope signals

ProfiTrace

Do you need a constant PC connection to monitor the network?

NO, This is a great feature for permanent monitoring. ComBricks contains a kernel and web server that works
independently directly after power-up. Updates of the Live List, Statistics, Logging, Emailing, etc. are all carried
out on its own initiative and can always be viewed.

Do I need to install/buy monitoring software?

NO, ComBricks is based on a web server. For the basic operation you only need a web browser. But if you are
used to the ProfiTrace 2 software, you can stream data over Ethernet and keep working in your original
software environment.

What is the difference between ProfiTrace OE and regular ProfiTrace?

OE stands for "Over Ethernet". It is the ProfiTrace core in ComBricks which visualizes all the information in a
web server. The biggest difference is that ProfiTrace OE is permanently monitoring the installation and it does
not require a constant PC connection.

Where does it save monitoring data, logs and settings?

The Head Station contains a uSD card on which all information is stored. By means of the web server or FTP the
user can inspect and download the information. He can of course also take out the SD card and insert it in a PC.

What is 'live data streaming' with ProfiTrace 2?

Head Stations 1B and 1C have an integrated ProfiTrace that can be accessed with a web browser. The
integrated ProfiTrace has some graphical and functional limitations compared to the powerful ProfiTrace 2
software. Live data streaming is a function within ProfiTrace that makes a connection with ComBricks over
Ethernet and acts as if it works with a ProfiCore. The user can now use all the functionality of ProfiTrace 2 with
the protocol data of 2 or 4 networks that ComBricks is capturing (Live List, statistics, message recording,
triggering, searching, etc).

We already have repeaters installed. How can we take advantage of ComBricks without disturbing the
existing network?
You can connect 1 channel of a ComBricks repeater module as a regular bus participant. Like a ProfiCore and
ignoring the repeater functionality. Once a repeater channel is in contact with the cable/communication,
ProfiTrace monitors telegrams.

How many files does the automatic message recording triggering save?
The automatic triggering saves 1000 files per network. Each file has its own name. When a new trigger takes
place after 1000 files have already been saved, the oldest file is replaced by the new one (ring recording).

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Are the ComBricks repeaters suitable for PROFIsafe networks?

YES, especially in combination with the repeater redundancy makes ComBricks a perfect infrastructure
component for PROFIBUS safety networks. Remote maintenance with ProfiTrace OE only makes it better.

Can ComBricks be used in MPI networks?

YES, MPI is using PROFIBUS FDL telegrams with its own user data implementation. Every ComBricks repeater
and fiber optic coupler can interpret and forward MPI telegrams. Also the cabling rules are the same for MPI.

How are repeater modules powered?

All power is distributed over the backplane by the Head Station. The power to the Head Station is provided by
24V power connectors (redundant option).

How can I remotely deactivate a repeater module during operation?

Officially there is no shutdown function. What you can do is set the repeater network number by software
(web server) instead of dipswitches. When you want to shut it down, change the assigned network number to a
number that is not used. This will cause the repeater to be isolated from the rest.

With a Head Stations 1B (ProfiTrace for 2 networks) can I still wire 4 networks divided over 10 repeater
modules?
YES, ProfiTrace OE on a 1B Head Station will monitor network 1 and 2. There is no link with the repeater
modules which can be set to network 1, 2, 3 and 4.

I have changed the dipswitches on the repeater modules. How can I actualize them in the system without
removing the power on the Head Station?
You can soft start the system with the nav button on the Head Station or in the Device Management menu of
the web server. It is also possible to remove and insert the respective module.

When a slot contains a 1 channel repeater module can I hot swap it with a 2 channel repeater module?
YES, every time a module is inserted it is configured without looking at the past.

Is a 2 channel repeater module the same as a regular repeater?

YES and NO, Of course you have 2 RS 485 sides like a regular repeater, but there is a 3rd channel going to the
backplane to link up with the other inserted repeater modules. This means a 2 channel repeater module can
also be compared with a 3 channel repeater, but the 3rd channel is not RS 485. Additional to this; the RS 485
channels can also be assigned to networks. Then it cannot be compared at all with a regular repeater.

Is there an overview available how to connect the PROFIBUS cable with the repeater modules and when to
switch on the on-board termination?
This image illustrates the 4 configurations that we support:
http://www.procentec2.com/pics2/0009.jpg

In configuration A and C the cable starts at the repeater module. In configuration B and D the repeater module
is in the middle of the cable.

Only in configuration A the on-board termination should be set to ON. With the other configurations the
repeater module is in the middle of the segment or the termination is activated on the DB9 plug.

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37 Products and spare parts

Component Order code Remarks

Eco Monitoring Kit 101-200QBR  Head Station type 1B

 1CH repeater
 Fixed backplane unit

Standard Monitoring Kit 101-200QBS  Head Station type 1B

 Scope repeater
 Fixed backplane unit

Advanced Monitoring Kit 101-200Q4CS  Head Station type 1C

 4pcs Scope repeater
 Fixed backplane unit

Fiber Optic Kit 101-200QQAFR  Head Station type 1A

 1CH repeater
 2CH FO coupler
 Fixed backplane unit

Fiber Optic Ring Monitoring Kit – 101-200QBMS  Head Station type 1B

Multimode  Scope repeater
 FO Ring – MM module
 Fixed backplane unit

Fiber Optic Ring Monitoring Kit – 101-200QBUS  Head Station type 1B

Single mode  Scope repeater
 FO Ring – SM module
 Fixed backplane unit

Fiber Optic Ring Monitoring Kit – 101-200QBCS  Head Station type 1B

Combination mode  Scope repeater
 FO Ring – XM module
 Fixed backplane unit

RS 485-IS Monitoring Kit 101-200QBX  Head Station type 1B

 RS 485-IS module
 Fixed backplane unit

RS 485-IS Repeater 101-200QBXR  Head Station type 1B

Monitoring Kit  1CH repeater
 RS 485-IS module
 Fixed backplane unit

PA Monitoring Kit 101-200QBP  Head Station type 1B

 PA coupler module
 Fixed backplane unit

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PA Coupler Monitoring Kit 101-200QBPR  Head Station type 1B

 1CH repeater
 PA coupler module
 Fixed backplane unit

Head Station Type 1C 101-20011C  ProfiTrace OE on 4 networks

 1 GB SD card
 Ethernet port
 Redundant power supply
 Drives 32 modules
 CommDTM
 Backplane unit
 Streaming in ProfiTrace 2
 OPC in ProfiTrace 2

Head Station Type 1B 101-20011B  ProfiTrace OE on 1 network

 1 GB SD card
 Ethernet port
 Redundant power supply
 Drives 32 modules
 Backplane unit included
 Streaming in ProfiTrace 2
 OPC in ProfiTrace 2

Head Station Type 1A 101-20011A  Basic web server

 1 GB SD card
 Ethernet port
 Redundant power supply
 Drives 32 modules
 Backplane unit included
 NO ProfiTrace OE

SCOPE Repeater 101-201210  1 RS 485 channel repeater with

oscilloscope
 Same specs as regular 1 channel repeater
 192 MS/s sample rate
 50 mV resolution
 -6.436..6.436 V
 Backplane unit included

2 Channel Repeater 101-201102  2 RS 485 channels

 12 Mbps
 31 devices per channel
 Screw terminals
 DB9 connector
 Redundancy
 Termination
 Backplane unit included

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1 Channel Repeater 101-201101  1 RS 485 channel

 12 Mbps
 31 devices per channel
 Screw terminals
 DB9 connector
 Redundancy
 Termination
 Backplane unit included

2 Channel Fiber Optic Module 101-201510  2 fiberoptic channels

 3 km cable length
 2 x 2 ST connectors
 Redundancy
 Backplane unit included

Fiber Optic Ring (Multimode) 101-201530  2 fiberoptic channels

 5 km cable length
 2 x 2 ST connectors
 Ring Redundancy
 Backplane unit included

Fiber Optic Ring (Single mode) 101-201531  2 fiberoptic channels

 30 km cable length
 2 x 2 ST connectors
 Ring Redundancy
 Backplane unit included

Fiber Optic Ring (Combi mode) 101-201532  2 fiberoptic channels: one MM and one
SM
 5 and 30 km cable length
 2 x 2 ST connectors
 Ring Redundancy
 Backplane unit included

PA Coupler Module 101-201610  transparent up to 1.5

 trunk voltage up to 27 V
 trunk current 500 mA
 auto termination (in coupler mode)
 Backplane unit included

SALT Repeater Module 101-201710  Adjustable termination: 94..940 Ohm

 Adjustable idle voltage: 0..5 V
 Same specs as regular Scope Repeater
 Backplane unit included

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RS 485-IS Barrier Module 101-201410  1 RS 485-IS channel repeater with

oscilloscope
 Suitable for Zone II (2) G [Ex ia Gb] IIC
 192 MS/s sample rate
 Backplane unit included

PROFINET Device Module 101-220110  Couples up to 10 networks (PB/PN)

PND-001  Conformance class B
 RT_CLASS_1
 Backplane unit included

PROFIBUS Slave Module 101-220210  Couples up to 10 networks (PB/PN)

PBS-001  Remote I/O, digital and relay contacts
 Auto baudrate detect
 Backplane unit included

4 Channel Relay Module 101-210210  5 A - 230 VAC

 Backplane unit included

8 Channel Digital Out 101-210110  0.5 A - 24 VDC

 Backplane unit included

8 Channel Digital In 101-210010  3 .. 32 VDC

 Backplane unit included

Power Module 101-230010  Provides 6 A to the backplane

 Backplane unit included

Fixed Backplane 101-200027  Fits: 1 Head Station and 6 regular

7 Modules modules
 Extendible with standard backplane units
 Improved durability

Fixed Backplane 101-200024  Fits: 1 Head Station and 3 regular

4 Modules modules
 Extendible with standard backplane units
 Improved durability

Fixed Backplane 101-200023  Fits: 1 Head Station and 2 regular

3 Modules modules
 Extendible with standard backplane units
 Improved durability

Fixed Backplane 101-200012  Fits: 1 Head Station and 1 regular module

2 Modules  Extendible with standard backplane units
 Improved durability

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Component Order code Remarks

Backplane Units 101-200011  Pack of 5 pieces

5-pack  Suitable for all regular modules
 NOT for Head Stations

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38 Glossary

Address Unique number of a device connected to the network. With PROFIBUS this can be 0
to 126. 127 is a broadcast address.

Analyzer Software tool to observe the protocol traffic. Combi-Analyzers can also inspect the
signal quality.
Other term: Bus Monitor.
Example: ProfiTrace.

Bit Time (TBit) To help simplify timing calculations, it is convenient to normalize the time units.
One Bit Time is the time it takes to transmit one bit and is the reciprocal of the
baudrate and is calculated as follows; TBit = 1 (bit) / baudrate (bps).
Examples:
12 Mbps --> TBit = 83 ns
1,5 Mbps --> TBit = 667 ns

C Capacitance.

Class 1 master A class 1 master is normally a PLC or DCS system. The class 1 master handles the
cyclical Data Exchange with the slaves assigned to it.

Class 2 master A class 2 master is usually a laptop or programming console that is provided for
commissioning, maintenance or diagnostic purposes.

Data Exchange The state of a slave after parameterization and configuration has been completed,
in which it cyclically exchanges I/O data with the master. Normally the slave stays
forever in Data Exchange until the bus communication or device are stopped.

DGND Digital Ground.

DIN German Institute for Standardization (www.din.de).

DNS Domain Name Service

When ComBricks is sending an e-mail, it uses a DNS server to look up the domain
name it is trying to access and convert it to an IP address. ComBricks uses a default
DNS server, but if your email server does not support this one, you can enter an
alternative DNS server.

DP-V0 DP-V0 is the basic stage of the PROFIBUS DP communication protocol. DP-V0
devices (master and slaves) perform the following basic functionalities:
 Cyclic exchange of I/O data between controlling and slave devices
 Device, Identifier (module) and Channel related Diagnosis
 Parameterization of DP-slaves
 Configuration of DP-slaves

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DP-V1 DP-V1 is the first extension of PROFIBUS DP-V0. DP-V1 devices comply with the
following features:
 Device related diagnosis is replaced by status and alarms.
 The first three octets of the user parameterization data are standardized.
Optionally these devices may support:
 Acyclic communication (MS1, MS2).
 If alarms are used, MS1 is supported.

DP-V2 DP-V2 is the second stage of extension of PROFIBUS DP after DP-V1. DP-V2 devices
shall comply with the following features:
 Data Exchange Broadcast (DxB) for slave to slave communication
(publisher/subscriber principle).
 Isochronous Mode (time tick synchronized operating slaves, e.g. drives)
 Up- and/or download of Load Region Data (domains)
 Clock Control (synchronization within slaves) and Time Stamping
 Redundancy.

Drop cable See Spur line.

Electromagnetic See EMC.

Compatibility

EMC The extent to which an electric or electronic device will tolerate electrical
interference from other equipment (immunity), and will interfere with other
equipment. Within the European Community as well as in other countries it is
regulated by law that electric and electronic components and equipment comply
with basic standards such as IEC 61000-6-2 or IEC 61326 or corresponding
individual product standards.

FDL Fieldbus Datalink Layer. Layer 2 of PROFIBUS.

Flashing Function in the Discovery Tool that will blink the LEDs of a selected ComBricks.
Flashing is a support feature that gives the user a visual confirmation about the
installed location of the ComBricks.

FTP File Transfer Protocol

Allows a user to transfer files between two computers. The FTP client program runs
on one computer and a server program on the other. FTP is primarily for
transferring files but can be used to perform other functions: creating directories,
removing directories, listing files, etc. It is TCP based.

GSD file Generic Station Description.

It is provided by the device manufacturer and contains a description of the
PROFIBUS DP/PA device. GSD files provide a way for an open configuration tool to
automatically get the device characteristics.

Head Station The Head Station is the primary element of ComBricks and has to be inserted in the
most left slot of the fixed backplane socket. It schedules the interaction between all
modules and provides data storage and an Ethernet interface for the user.

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HSA Highest Station Address
The highest address to which the master will look for new masters. This is done
with the FDL Status message. It has nothing to do with the configured slaves!
Default value is 126, but the end user can decrease it to a lower value. We
recommend leaving it on 126 in order to display not configured slaves in the Live
List. This value does not influence the I/O cycle time of the network.

Hub A Hub refreshes a signal and passes the information on to all nodes which are
connected to the Hub. Data frames which were received on one port are
transferred to all the other ports (chicken foot topology).

Ident Number The primary slave device identification is an Ident Number. This is a unique 16 bits
number assigned by the PNO. It is stored within the device and defined in the
corresponding GSD file. In addition it is part of the GSD file name. At runtime the
Ident Number is used within the;
 Set slave address procedure
 Parameterization telegram (byte 5 + 6)
 Standard part of a diagnosis message (byte 5 + 6)
The Ident Number can be retrieved from a device. Its main purpose is to make sure
that a GSD file and configuration/parameterization data between master class 1
and its slave are matching.

LED Light Emitting Diode

Indicators on devices to inform he user of its status.

Live List The Live List is a matrix that lists all the available devices. It is directly visible which
devices are ‘troublemakers’. With different background colours the status of the
devices is displayed. The Live List can also generate the product name of the
devices when a diagnostic message is captured (synchronized with the GSD library).

Module A card that can be inserted in the backplane of ComBricks.

Examples of modules: repeaters, DP slaves or I/O cards.

MPI Multiple Protocol Interface.

Protocol defined by Siemens which uses the layer 1 and 2 of PROFIBUS (FDL).

OE See ProfiTrace OE.

PA See PROFIBUS PA.

PB PROFIBUS.

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PROFIBUS DP Acronym for "PROFIBUS for Decentralized Peripherals". Specification of an open
fieldbus system with the following characteristics:
 Polling master-slave-system (cyclic communications, MS0)
 Flying masters with robin round token passing coordination (MM)
 Connection based (MS1) and connectionless (MS2, MS3) acyclic communication
between masters and slaves
Options (e.g.):
 Data exchange broadcast (DXB), i.e. slave to slaves communication
 Isochronous mode of slaves
 Clock synchronization
 Redundancy
PROFIBUS DP is standardized within IEC 61158 and IEC 61784, communication
profile families 3/1 and 3/2
The term "PROFIBUS DP" also is a synonym for the RS485 based deployments
within factory automation.

PROFIBUS PA Acronym for "PROFIBUS for Process Automation". This is an application profile
based on PROFIBUS DP independent from the physical profiles (RS485, Fiber Optics,
MBP). The requirements of continuous manufacturing are covered within the
application profile "PA-Devices" and the extension MBP to the physical profiles.

ProfiTrace OE ProfiTrace Over Ethernet.

A ProfiTrace core which has been implemented in ComBricks that permanently
monitors the installation through the repeaters and visualizes the information in a
web server.

Reflection Part of the original signal that is transmitted back along the cable. It corrupts the
original signal.

Repeater Active physical layer device that receives and retransmits all signals over a different
port to increase the distance and number of devices for which signals can be
correctly transferred for a given medium.

SD card Secure Digital (SD) is a non-volatile memory card format developed by the SD Card
Association for use in portable devices, like: cameras, phones and game players.
The SDHC (High-Capacity) card family has a capacity of 4 GB to 32 GB.

Spur line A cable attached to a bus segment with a T-connection . Spurs are not
recommended with PROFIBUS DP. They are prohibited with 12 Mbps and
PROFIsafe operations. German term is "Stichleitung".

Stub line See Spur line.

TBit See Bit Time.

TELNET TELetype NETwork

Is a network protocol used to make raw-TCP sessions (terminal-like access).
Basically keyboard commands typed by a remote user can cross the network and
become input for the server. On many operating systems the TELNET client
program is available to communicate without specialized client software. It was
developed in 1969.

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Termination A (powered) resistor network at both ends of a segment to prevent reflections
(with PROFIBUS DP the termination has to be powered).

Topology In a communications network, the pattern of interconnection between network

nodes; e.g. bus, ring, star configuration.

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39 Revision history

Version 5.4.0
 Added paragraph ‘Device Management’
 Changed PROCENTEC address
 Updated chapter: ‘Sales offices and distributors’

Version 5.5.0
 Added paragraph 5.6.1 (Oscilloscope configuration)
 Updated paragraph 3.11 (description of the new screw terminals)
 Updated chapter 7 (description of the new screw terminals)
 Updated paragraph 3.2
 Minor textual changes
Version 5.5.1
 Adapted manual to comply with UL guidelines
 Changed COMbricks to ComBricks
 Minor textual changes
Version 5.6.0
 Added SNMP chapter
 Added paragraph ‘IP Configuration’
 Updated FTP chapter: 4.8.3
 Changed Head Station specification: supplied SD card: now 1 GB Industrial instead of 2 GB non-industrial
 Updated Certificates
 Minor textual changes
Version 5.7.0
 Added chapter 10: Fiber Optic Ring module (FOR-MM1 / SM1 / XM1)
 Inserted chapters 24 to 26 (Fiber Optic Ring modules)
 Updated Channel structure image of paragraph 8.2
Version 6.0.0
 Complete overhaul to new corporate identity style
 Updated chapter 10

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40 Next versions
Fiber Optic chapter:
 Delay time example tables

New chapter:
 RS 485 SALT repeater module
 Backplane structure
 Commissioning Checklist; Channel list, LEDs, Backplane current

Installation:
 Commissioning (channel list, module status, LEDs)
 Technical drawings of the ComBricks

Others:
 New images on the cover

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41 Other PROCENTEC products

PROFINET Cable Tester

 Suitable for 4- and 8-wire PROFINET and regular Ethernet cables
 Suitable for straight and 90°, metal or plastic PROFINET plugs
 Tests cable shielding
 Detects short circuits, wire breaks, swaps, miswiring and split
pairs
 Large LCD clearly indicates the test results
 150 hours on one 9 V battery
 Operating temperature: 0 to 50 °C
 Just 1-key-press to start continuous testing
 It can also test telephone and coax cable

www.profinetcabletester.com

Compact PROFIBUS Repeater

 Single channel PROFIBUS repeater
 Transparent
 Increased signal strength
 12 Mbps
 Auto baudrate detection
 Redundant power supply
 Digital glitch filtering
 No limit in cascading
 Integrated switchable termination
 Diagnostic LEDs
 DB9 connector for measurements
 IP 20 with DIN-rail mounting

www.procentec.com/profihub/b1/en

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 ProfiHub B5+RD
 Integrated Diagnostics Device
 Cable Redundancy
 Extended temperature range.
 UL and DNV approved
 5 Isolated outgoing Channels.
 Transparent for all PROFIBUS DP protocols.
 RS 485 specifications for each channel.
 IP 20 classification.
 Max. 12 Mbps.
 No limit in serial placement.
 Integrated termination facilities.
 Configurable grounding system.

ProfiHub A5
 5 Isolated channels
 Transparent
 Increased signal strength
 31 devices per channel
 12 Mbps
 1200 m spur line length
 No address required
 Integrated switchable termination
 IP 65 classification

www.procentec.com/profihub

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42 Sales offices and distributors
HEADQUARTERS
PROCENTEC T: +31-(0)174-671800
Klopperman 16 F: +31-(0)174-671801
2292 JD WATERINGEN E: [email protected]
Netherlands I: www.procentec.com

ARGENTINA
eFALCOM T: +54 237 46 31 151
Alcorta 2411 F: +54 237 46 31 150
B1744 - Moreno E: [email protected]
Buenos Aires I: www.efalcom.com.ar
Argentina

AUSTRALIA
IS Systems Pty Limited T: +61 2 4964 8548
14 Laverick Ave., F: +61 2 4964 8877
Tomago E: [email protected]
NSW, Australia, 2322 I: www.issystems.com.au

Pentair Flow Control Pacific T: +61 2 4448 0466

1 Percival Road F: +61 2 4423 3232
Smithfield E: [email protected]
NSW, Australia, 2164 I: www.profibuscentre.com.au

BELGIUM and LUXEMBOURG

Bintz Technics N.V. T: +32 2 720 49 16
Brixtonlaan 23 F: +32 2 720 37 50
B-1930 Zaventem E: [email protected]
Belgium I: www.bintz.be

BRAZIL
Westcon Instrument. Indl Ltda T: +55 11 5561-7488
Rual Alvaro Rodrigues, 257 F: +55 11 5093-2592
São Paulo – SP E: [email protected]
Brazil - CEP 04582-000 I: www.wii.com.br

CANADA
Streamline Process Management Inc. T: +1 403 225 1986
#3, 4351 – 104 Ave SE F: +1 587 585 2828
Calgary, Alberta T2C 5C6 E: [email protected]
Canada I: www.streamlinepm.com

CHILE
RP Ingenieria Limitada T: +56-(0)41-2469350
Tucapel 92 oficina 52 F: +56-(0)41-2522592
Concepción E: [email protected]
Chile I: www.rpingenieria.cl

CHINA
PROCENTEC Beijing T: +86(10)84766911 or 84787311
Room E-1115 WangJingYuan YouLeHui F: +86(10)84766722
ChaoYang E: [email protected]
Beijing I: www.procentec.net
China

CZECH REPUBLIC
FOXON s.r.o. T: +420 484 845 555
Polní 367 F: +420 484 845 556
460 01 Liberec 12 E: [email protected]
Czech Republic I: www.foxon.cz

DENMARK
ProSaiCon T: +45 70 20 52 01
Jernbanegade 23B F: +45 70 20 52 02
DK 4000 Roskilde E: [email protected]
Denmark I: www.prosaicon.dk

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EGYPT
Mas Trading T: +2 02 2524 2842
37, 105 Street F: +2 02 2524 2843
Al-Etihad Square E: [email protected]
Egypt I: www.masautomation.com

ESTONIA
Saksa Automaatika OU T: +372 605 2526
Peterburi Tee 49 F: +372 605 2524
Tailinn E: [email protected]
EE-11415 Estonia I: www.saksa-automaatika.ee

FINLAND
Hantekno Oy T: +358 40 8222 014
Kalliotie 2 E: [email protected]
04360 Tuusula I: www.hantekno.fi
Finland

FRANCE
AGILiCOM T: +33 247 76 10 20
Bâtiment B F: +33 247 37 95 54
1, rue de la Briaudière E: [email protected]
Z.A. La Châtaigneraie I: www.agilicom.fr
37510 BALLAN-MIRE
France

GERMANY
PROCENTEC GmbH T: +49-(0)721 831 663-0
Benzstrasse 15 F: +49-(0)721 831 663-29
D-76185 Karlsruhe E: [email protected]
Germany I: www.procentec.de

INDIA
UL Engineering Services & Software Pvt Ltd T: +91-202 696 0050
Nirman Classic, F: +91-202 696 2079
Katraj-Kondhwa Road, E: [email protected]
Katraj, Pune-411046 I: www.ulepl.com
India

IRELAND
PROFIBUS Ireland T: +353-61-202107 or +35361240240
Automation Research Centre F: +353-61-202582
University of Limerick E: [email protected]
National Technology Park, Plassey I: www.profibus.ie
Limerick
Ireland

ISRAEL
Instrumetrics Industrial Control T: +972-9-8357090
8 Hamlacha St. F: +972-9-8350619
New Industrial Zone E: [email protected]
Netanya, 42170 I: www.inst-ic.co.il
Israel

ITALY
C.S.M.T Gestione S.C.A.R.L. T: +39 030 6595111
Via Branze n. 43/45 F: +39 030 6595000
25123 Brescia E: [email protected]
Italy I: www.csmt.it/profibus-profinet

Genoa FIELDBUS Competence Centre Srl T: +39 010 86 02 580

Via Greto di Cornigliano, 6R/38 F: +39 010 65 63 233
16152 Genova E: [email protected]
Italy I: www.gfcc.it

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JAPAN
TJ Group T: +81-3-6450-3739
C/O Japanese PROFIBUS Organisation F: +81-3-6450-3739
West World Building 4F E: [email protected]
3-1-6 Higashi-Gotanda,
Shinagawa-ku,
Tokyo, 141-0022
Japan

KOREA
Hi-PRO Tech. Co., Ltd. T: +82 82-31-216-2640
#2802, U-Tower, 1029 F: +82 82-31-216-2644
Youngduk-dong, Giheung-gu E: [email protected]
Yongin-Si, Kyunggi-do, I: www.profibus.co.kr
446-908 Korea

LEBANON
Industrial Technologies S.A.L. (ITEC) T: +961 1 491161
Point Center, Boulevard Fouad Chehab F: +961 1 491162
Sin El Fil E: [email protected]
Beirut I: www.iteclb.com
Lebanon

MEXICO
Grid Connect Inc. T: +1 530-219-2565 (Spanish)
E: [email protected]
I: www.gridconnect.com

NETHERLANDS
PROCENTEC B.V. T: +31 (0)174 671800
Klopperman 16 F: +31 (0)174 671 801
2292 JD Wateringen E: [email protected]
Netherlands I: www.procentec.com

NORWAY
AD Elektronikk AS T: +47 64 97 60 60
Boks 641 F: +47 64 97 60 70
N-1401 SKI E: [email protected]
Norway I: www.ade.no

PERU
ControlWare T: +51 1637 3735
Jr. Los Silicios 5409 F: +51 1528 0454
Los Olivos - L39 E: [email protected]
Peru I: www.controlware.com.pe

POLAND
INTEX Sp. z o.o. T: +48 32 230 75 16
ul. Portowa 4 F: +48 32 230 75 17
44-102 Gliwice E: [email protected]
Poland I: www.intex.com.pl

ROMANIA
S.C. SVT Electronics S.R.L. T: +40 365 809 305
Brǎila 7 F: +40 365 809 305
540331 Tg-Mure E: [email protected]
Romania I: www.svt.ro

SAUDI ARABIA
ASM Process Automation T: +966 2 691 2741
Al-Zahra Dist. – Attas st. F: +966 2 682 8943
cross section with helmy Kutby St. E: [email protected]
Villa no.25 I: www.asmestablishment.com
Jeddah-21553
Saudi Arabia

SINGAPORE / SOUTH EAST ASIA

Allegro Electronics T: +65 62878063
236 Serangoon Avenue 3 07-98 E: [email protected]
Singapore 550236 I: www.allegro.com.sg

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SLOVAKIA
ControlSystem s.r.o. T: +421 486115900
Stúrova 4 F: +421 486111891
977 01 BREZNO E: [email protected]
Slovakia E: [email protected]

SOUTH AFRICA
IDX ONLINE CC T: +27(11) 548 9960
1 Weaver Street F: +27(11) 465-8890
Fourways E: [email protected]
Johannesburg I: www.idxonline.com
South Africa - 2191

SPAIN
LOGITEK, S.A T: +34 93 588 6767
Ctra. de Sant Cugat, 63 Esc. B Planta 1ª E: [email protected]
Rubí (BARCELONA), 08191 I: www.logitek.es
Spain

SWEDEN
P&L Nordic AB T: +46 451 74 44 00
Box 252 F: +46 451 89 833
S-281 23 Hässleholm E: [email protected]
Sweden I: www.pol.se/profibus

SWITZERLAND
Berner Fachhochschule T: +41 (0) 34 426 68 32
PROFIBUS Kompetenzzentrum F: +41 (0) 34 426 68 13
Jlcoweg 1 E: [email protected]
CH-3400 Burgdorf I: www.profitrace.ch
Switzerland

TAIWAN
Full Data Technology T: +886-2-87519941/9097
6F., No.200, Gangqian Rd. F: +886-2-87519533
Neihu District, Taipei City E: [email protected]
114, Taiwan I: www.fulldata.com.tw

TURKEY
Emikon Otomasyon T: +90 216 420 8347
DES Sanayi sitesi 103 sokak F: +90 216 420 8348
B-7 blok No:16 Yukari Dudullu / Umraniye E: [email protected]
Istanbul 34776 I: www.emikonotomasyon.com
Turkey

UNITED ARAB EMIRATES

Synergy Controls T: +971 4 3262692
907, IT Plaza Silicon Oasis : F: +971 4 3262693
DubaiI E: [email protected]
United Arab Emirates

UNITED KINGDOM and N. Ireland

Verwer Training & Consultancy T: +44 (0)1625 871199
5 Barclay Road E: [email protected]
Poynton, Stockport I: www.verwertraining.com
Cheshire SK12 1YY
United Kingdom

Hi-Port Software T: +44 (0)8452 90 20 30

The Hub 2 Martin Close F: +44 (0)2392 552880
Lee-on-Solent E: [email protected]
Hampshire PO13 8LG I: www.hiport.co.uk
United Kingdom

iTech T: +44 (0)1292 311 613

Unit 1 F: +44 (0)1292 311 578
Dukes Road E: [email protected]
Troon I: www.itech-troon.co.uk
Ayrshire KA10 6QR
United Kingdom

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Parkelect Ltd. T: +44 2890 777743
84 Dargan Road F: +44 2890 777794
Belfast E: [email protected]
BT3 9JU I: www.parkelect.co.uk
N. Ireland

UNITED STATES
Grid Connect Inc. T: +1 630 245-1445
1630 W. Diehl Road F: +1 630 245-1717
Naperville, Illinois 60563 E: [email protected]
USA I: www.gridconnect.com/procentec.html

VIETNAM
Bavitech Corporation T: +84-8-3547 0976
42 Truong Son Street F: +84-8-3547 0977
Ward 2, Tan Binh District E: [email protected]
Ho Chi Minh City I: www.bavitech.com
Vietnam

For the up to date list of the Sales Offices and Distributors see www.procentec.com/company/distributors/.

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43 About PROCENTEC
PROCENTEC is a specialist in PROFIBUS and PROFINET technology and develops products to optimize the
production processes of end users. Our innovative solutions ensure that our customers successfully operate
in the world of industrial automation and enjoy maximum results from their process.

PROCENTEC globally supplies all the components required to install a measurable and steerable network. We
develop and produce all products in the Netherlands and they are exported through our worldwide distribution
network. At PROCENTEC, we have a professional team of qualified support engineers who provide technical
support on-site and online. Our professionals have more than 20 years of experience with PROFIBUS and
PROFINET technology. They provide the necessary support to end users during implementation procedures,
certification processes, audits and malfunctions. PROCENTEC also is the international accredited Competence
and Training centre for PROFIBUS and PROFINET. We provide training courses that help employees using those
techniques optimally for their business objectives.

Products Training courses Services

•ProfiTrace • PROFIBUS training courses • Competence centre
•ComBricks • PROFINET training courses • Support & Consultancy
•ProfiHub • Product training courses • Network certfication & Audits
•PROFINET tools • Testlab & Democenter
•Cables and connectors

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 PROCENTEC BV
Klopperman 16
2292 JD Wateringen
The Netherlands

T: +31 (0)174 671 800

F: +31 (0)174 671 801
E: [email protected]
W: www.procentec.com

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