The T400 is used to implement supplementary process-specific functions (e.g.for tension and position controls, winders, reels, synchronous and positioning controls, hoisting gear and drive-related open-loop control functions. Frequently used supplementary process-specific functions are available as pre-programmed standard configurations.

End users who wish to implement specialist applications or who want to market their own technological know-how can create their own process solution on the T400 using CFC configuring language that is familiar from SIMATIC® STEP® 7.

Process-specific functions are configured with CFC. The processor then executes these functions cyclically. The closed-loop control sampling time is about 1 ms. A virtually instantaneous parallel interface (dual-port RAM) allows data to be exchanged between the basic unit and T400. All signals can be directly connected to terminals on the T400. A 15 V/100 mA pulse power supply is available.

An external 24 V DC supply must be available to drive the binary inputs and outputs. This voltage can be supplied by the basic unit provided the total current at the terminals does not exceed 150 mA.

The configuration is parameterized by means of:

• The PMU operation and parameterization unit
• The OP1S operator control panel
• A PC with DriveMonitor ¹⁾ on the basic unit
• An interface board
• Altered parameter settings can be stored permanently in the EEPROM.

The T400 board can be installed in the electronics box of SIMOREG converters. The LBA bus adapter is needed for this purpose.