Siemens SIMATIC S5 Series User Manual

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Working with S5-DOS/ST
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6.3 Exchanging S5 Program Data between PGs/PCs
With the PG Link package, you can exchange STEP 5 blocks and
files between PGs or PCs. For this function, one of the PGs is set
to passive. The active PG can then send STEP 5 blocks or files to
the passive PG or fetch them from it. The PG Link package is
described in detail in the STEP 5 manual.
To exchange STEP 5 blocks and files between PGs, you require the
following:
1. A point-to-point link via the TTY interface (COM 1) of the two
devices using a connecting cable. This is described in the PG
manual for your device.
2. The software package “PG Link”. This is part of the STEP 5
basic package and is described in the STEP 5 manual.
The data exchange with the partner PG requires an active TTY
interface (20 mA).
If the existing COM 1 port is a V.24 interface (PC), the S5 port
must be simulated with a converter (for example, a Köster box).
Uses of the PG
Link Package
What is Required
for the PG Link?
PG Interface
COM 1
File Transfer

Siemens SIMATIC S5 Series Specifications

General

Series	SIMATIC S5
Manufacturer	Siemens
Category	Controller
Programming Language	STEP 5
Modular Design	Yes
Power Supply	24V DC
Communication Interfaces	RS-232, RS-485
Memory Type	EPROM, RAM
Digital Inputs/Outputs	Varies depending on module configuration
Analog Inputs/Outputs	Varies depending on module configuration
CPU Type	Varies by model
Memory	Varies by model
Operating Temperature	0°C to 60°C