Diagnostics   
8.3 Additional service and diagnostics options 
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8.3  Additional service and diagnostics options 
8.3.1  SIMOTION Task Profiler application 
The SIMOTION Task Profiler is a dedicated application installed parallel to 
SIMOTION SCOUT during SIMOTION SCOUT setup. The Task Profiler can be called in 
online mode using device diagnostics in SIMOTION SCOUT or the Windows application. In 
the event of a malfunction or error, the Task Trace data can be written to a directory or the 
CompactFlash Card. They can then be processed using the Task Trace Viewer.    
Additional references 
For detailed information, refer to the 
SIMOTION Task Trace
 Function Manual. 
8.3.2  Diagnostics using IT DIAG 
The SIMOTION D features an integrated web server.    
In addition to customized websites and the option of performing firmware and project 
updates, IT DIAG provides comprehensive device and diagnostic information that can be 
called using a standard PC with Internet Explorer. 
As of firmware version V4.2, it is no longer necessary to purchase licenses for SIMOTION IT 
DIAG and SIMOTION IT OPC XML-DA. 
Additional references 
Detailed information can be found in the  
SIMOTION IT Ethernet-Based HMI and Diagnostic Functions
 Diagnostics Manual.