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Siemens SM 338 User Manual

Siemens SM 338
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Ultrasonic Position Encoding Module
SM 338
SIMATIC S 7
Release 06/96Equipment Manual

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Siemens SM 338 Specifications

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Product type designationSM 338
Supply voltage24 V DC
Weight0.5 kg
ManufacturerSiemens
SeriesSIMATIC S7-300
Operating Temperature0°C to 60°C

Summary

Safety Guidelines

Danger

Indicates death, severe personal injury, or property damage if precautions are not taken.

Warning

Indicates potential death, severe personal injury, or property damage if precautions are not taken.

Caution

Indicates minor personal injury or property damage if precautions are not taken.

Note

Draws attention to particularly important information on the product.

Qualified Personnel

States device use requires qualified personnel.

Correct Usage

Emphasizes proper operational procedures.

Notes on the CE Seal

EU EMC directive 89/336/EEC

Compliance with Electromagnetic Compatibility directive.

Area of application

Specifies products are designed for industrial areas.

Observing the installation guidelines

Crucial for meeting product requirements.

Installing the devices

Guidelines for grounding and shielding installations.

Preface

Working on switching cabinets

Safety procedure for static discharge.

Updated technical specifications

Details electromagnetic compatibility specifications.

1 Product Overview

Position encoding with ultrasonic sensors

Describes the primary advantages of ultrasonic sensors.

Operating modes

Explains synchronous and asynchronous operation.

2 The SM 338 Module

2.1 Layout

Describes the physical arrangement and connection points of the module.

LED indicators

Explains the function of the DC and SF LEDs.

2.2 Measuring Principle

Explains the magnetostrictive principle used for position encoding.

2.3 Ultrasonic Measuring System

Details system components, sensor capabilities, and recommendations.

Allocation of the measuring points

Shows how measuring points are assigned to sensors.

3 Installation

3.1 Mounting

Explains positioning rules and slot usage for the SM 338.

Mounting the module

Provides step-by-step instructions for physically installing the module.

Connecting external supply voltage

Details how to connect the 24V supply to the module terminals.

3.2 Wiring

Discusses wiring, shielding, and grounding for interference-free operation.

4 Data Communication with the PLC

Introduction

Brief introduction to data communication.

Data communication with the PLC

Explains communication occurs via the dual port RAM.

Organization of the dual port RAM

Illustrates the structure of the dual port RAM.

4.1 Input Area

Describes how acquired counting values are stored in the input area.

4.2 Parameter Area

Stores configuration settings for the SM 338 module.

Sensor-related counter assignment

Explains how counters are assigned to sensors and measuring points.

Sensor-related counter setting

Describes how to set measuring cycle time, start condition, and resolution.

Cycle time

Explains end-of-cycle alarm generation based on cycle time settings.

Sensor-related synchronous mode

Describes operation in synchronous mode and its cycle time.

Default settings

Lists default values for the parameter area after a reset.

4.3 Diagnosis Area

SF LED (system error)

Explains the function of the SF LED for system errors.

Access

States the diagnosis area is read-only via the P bus.

4.3.1 System Diagnosis Bytes

Describes system errors occurring at the module level.

4.3.2 Channel-Related Diagnosis Bytes

Details channel-specific errors and information.

Individual errors of the channels

Explains specific error types like parameter error, wire break, etc.

5 Operation

5.1 Parameter Assignment

Explains methods for assigning parameters to the SM 338.

5.2 Example of an SDB 100

Illustrates parameter assignment using SDB 100.

5.3 Normal Operation

Describes how the module functions and how values are updated.

5.4 Error Diagnostics

Explains how the module acquires and stores error information.

Flowchart of channel-related diagnostics

Visual representation of the diagnostics process.

Appendix

A.1 Technical Specifications

Lists detailed technical data, environmental, and storage requirements.

A.2 Plug Connector Allocation

Details the pin assignments for sensor connectors X1 and X2.

External supply voltage

Describes the quadruple screw terminal for external power.

A.3 Recommended Accessories

Lists recommended accessories like connectors, cables, and shielding.

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