What Is The Et 200Mp Distributed I/O System - Siemens SIMATIC ET 200MP System Manual

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What is the ET 200MP distributed I/O system?

Introduction
The ET 200MP distributed I/O system is a scalable and highly flexible distributed I/O system
for connecting the process signals to a central controller via a fieldbus.
Field of application
The scalable design allows you to adapt your configuration exactly to the specific local
requirements.
The ET 200MP distributed I/O system is approved for IP 20 degree of protection and suitable
for installation in a control cabinet.
Installation
The ET 200MP distributed I/O system is mounted on a mounting rail (see chapter
Accessories/spare parts (Page 113)) and consists of:
● An optional power supply (PS) module before the interface module,
● An interface module that communicates with all IO controllers that behave in accordance
● Up to 30 modules after the interface module (including at most two power supply (PS)
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with the PROFINET standard IEC 61158
modules).
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