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About this guide Read me first Please read this guide carefully before using the device to ensure safe and proper use. Softing does not assume any liability for damages due to improper installation or operation of this product. Target audience This guide is intended for experienced operation personnel and network specialists responsible for configuring and maintaining field devices in process automation networks.
FDT-based device configuration Siemens SIMATIC PDM (Process Device Manager) Intended use The pnGate PA and pnGate PB gateways are designed to integrate PROFIBUS devices in PROFINET-based networks. CAUTION This gateway is not ATEX certified and may not be used in explosive atmospheres or any other hazardous areas.
Supported features The pnGate PA/pnGate PB gateways map PROFIBUS devices into PROFINET networks. pnGate PA can map two or four PROFIBUS PA network segments (with the 2-channel model supporting up to 32 PROFIBUS devices and the 4-channel model supporting up to 64 PROFIBUS devices).
90 °C. 3.1.1 Mounting and dismounting Note Make sure the pnGate PA/pnGate PB is mounted in a manner that the power supply disconnecting device or interrupt facility can always be reached easily. Note Depending on the installation position, the maximum ambient operating temperature may differ.
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Cha pter 3 - Ins ta l l a ti on Mounting For mounting the pnGate PA/pnGate PB on a DIN rail (35 mm), attach the two upper notches to the rail. Press the device down towards the rail until it locks into place.
PA/pnGa te PB - Qui ck Sta rtup Gui de 3.1.2 Connection diagrams pnGate PA The following diagram shows the physical interfaces of the pnGate PA. The device is available as a 2-channel model and a 4-channel model. The 2-channel model has 2 physical PROFIBUS segment connections (PA0 to PA1), while the 4-channel model offers 4 physical PROFIBUS segment connections (PA0 to PA3).
3.1.5 Connecting to the network Connect the PROFIBUS PA devices to the PROFIBUS PA interfaces. Connect the pnGate PA/pnGate PB to the PROFINET network. The pnGate PA/pnGate PB includes a PROFINET switch that enables line topology. pnGate PA network diagram...
Cha pter 3 - Ins ta l l a ti on Software installation When you install a Softing product for the first time, you will be asked in a dialogue window if you trust the publisher. Activate the option Always trust software from Softing AG if you do not want to be asked in subsequent installations and select [Install] to start the installation.
JavaScript (Google Chrome) to access the gateway from your PC to familiarize yourself with the device and system details and to perform one of the following: Login to web server Start your web browser with the pnGate PA/pnGate PB default URL http://192.168.0.10. You will be prompted to log in with username and password.
Change the administrator password with great care! If you lose your changed administrator password, you can no longer make changes to configurations or settings. In this case contact the Softing support. The following default logins and passwords are available: Role...
PA/pnGate PB will be rebooted. Note Do not access the web server of the pnGate PA/pnGate PB before the "Success" message is displayed in the browser window. Otherwise you will have to clear the cache of your web browser after the boot process has finished and reconnect to the web server of the pnGate PA/pnGate PB.
Cha pter 6 - Techni ca l da ta Installation positions The pnGate PA/pnGate PB can be mounted horizontally and vertically. Depending on the installation position, different ambient operating temperatures (T ) are allowed: Minimum distance Provide a minimum distance of 50 mm to the air inlet and air outlet to ensure natural convection.
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