Integration in SIMATIC PCS 7

The FOUNDATION Fieldbus H1 can be integrated seamlessly in the SIMATIC PCS 7 process control system using PROFIBUS DP as link. The gateway between PROFIBUS DP and FOUNDATION Fieldbus H1 is realized with Compact FF Links. Either a single Compact FF Link or a redundant pair is used based on the selected bus architecture (see "Design" section).

Engineering of the FOUNDATION Fieldbus H1 segments is implemented as for PROFIBUS PA. Diagnostic information and configured maintenance information for Compact FF Links and FF devices are available via the SIMATIC PCS 7 Maintenance Station. SIMATIC PCS 7 generates the diagnostics screens automatically.

System requirements

• System software SIMATIC PCS 7 V8.1+ SP1 or higher
• SIMATIC PDM V8.2+SP1 or higher with SIMATIC PDM Communication FOUNDATION Fieldbus