Softing PROFIBUS Tester 5 - Chapter 1; About the PROFIBUS Tester 5 (BC-700-PB); About this Document; Purpose

Chapter 1 - Introduction
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Introduction
1.1 About the PROFIBUS Tester 5 (BC-700-PB)
The PROFIBUS Tester 5 (BC-700-PB) is a powerful tool that allows full testing of the bus physics and bus
communication on PROFIBUS DP and PROFIBUS PA segments (option). Using the integrated master
simulator, you can also test the bus physics if the PLC is currently not in operation. In addition you can
check individually check "suspicious" bus stations. The cable test function examines the cabling in
PROFIBUS DP segments. It locates unwanted reflections on the line and verifies proper termination of
cable segments. The tool is powered either by its built-in battery or through an external AC adapter.
The PROFIBUS Tester 5 (BC-700-PB)s the first battery-powered tester, which combines the assessment
of bus physics and bus communication as well as cable testing in one device. It is therefore the only and
truly mobile PROFIBUS diagnostic tool.
1.2 About this document
Read this manual before starting
For damages due to improper connection, implementation or operation Softing refuses any
liability according to our existing guarantee obligations.
CAUTION
Refer also to the safety precautions for battery and battery pack in Section Notes on
battery use .
1.2.1 Purpose
This document describes the BC-700-PB. It provides information about putting into service and also
provides detailed information regarding its safe and correct operation.
1.2.2 Target group
This document is addressed to operating staff which is adept in operating PROFIBUS-systems such as:
Maintenance personnel
Commissioniers
Application engineers and developpers
Trainers
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