• Simplification of the machine infrastructure by interfacing over the communication and power bus
• Straightforward communication interface for incorporation into any PROFIBUS environment. Uses the simple PROFIBUS services exclusively
• Two terminals (programmable as either inputs or outputs) for monitoring or controlling external drive-related signals, such as clamping and limit switches
• User-friendly function blocks simplify configuring with STEP 7 in the SIMATIC world
• Easy start-up with the clear, user-friendly start-up tool SimoCom A which is available on the Internet
• TIA-compatible through Drive ES.
  Thus common
  • Communication
  • Configuration
  • Data management

http://www.siemens.com/posmo