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B.1 SIMATIC PDM
B.1.1 Overview SIMATIC PDM
SIMATIC PDM (Process Device Manager) is a general-purpose, manufacturer-independent tool
for the conguration, parameter assignment, commissioning, diagnostics and maintenance of
intelligent eld devices and eld components. Follow-up installations and additional
information on SIMATIC PDM are available on the Internet at SIMATIC PDM (www.siemens.com/
simatic-pdm).
SIMATIC PDM monitors the process values, alarms and status signals of the device. It allows you
to display, compare, adjust, verify, and simulate process device data; also to set schedules for
calibration and maintenance.
For information on, for example, how to install and integrate devices, commission the software,
see Operating Manual 'Help for SIMATIC PDM'. The manual is delivered with SIMATIC PDM
software. Once the SIMATIC PDM is installed on your computer you nd the manual under: Start
> All programs > Siemens Automation > SIMATIC > Documentation. Link at our website:
SIMATIC PDM instructions and manuals (https://support.industry.siemens.com/cs/products?
dtp=Manual&pnid=16983&lc=en-WW).
Note
Field device parameters
• For a list of parameters and additional information, consult section "Overview of parameters
and functions (Page 133)".
• The eld device remains in measurement mode during the time you congure the eld
device.
B.1.2 Check SIMATIC PDM version
If problems occur while using SIMATIC PDM check the Internet at www.siemens.com/simatic-
pdm (
www.siemens.com/simatic-pdm) to make sure you have the most recent version of
SIMATIC PDM, the most recent Service Pack (SP) and the most recent hot x (HF).
SITRANS TH100/TH320/TH420/TR320/TR420/TF320/TF420 with 4 to 20 mA/HART
Operating Instructions, 05/2020, A5E41864807-AB 223
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