Siemens SIMATIC NET DP/AS-i Link 20E Manual page 5

Preface
Purpose of the manual
This manual supports you when using the DP/AS−Interface Link 20E module, in
places shortened to DP/AS−i Link 20E in the following chapters. It contains
information about how PROFIBUS DP masters can address AS-i actuators and
AS-i sensors via this module.
Validity of this manual
This manual is valid for the DP/AS–i Link 20E with order number
6GK1 415–2AA10 as of hardware version 1 and with firmware version V3.0.
We recommend the following procedure ...
... If you want an overall picture of the AS-Interface:
− First read the 'AS-Interface Introduction and Basic Information' manual (not
part of this documentation package). This contains general information
about the AS-Interface, abbreviated to AS-i in the following chapters.
... If you want to set up an AS-i system and include the DP/AS−i Link 20E in it:
− You will find the information you require about connecting and operating the
DP/AS−i Link 20E in Chapter 1.
... You want to know how to operate the DP/AS−i Link 20E from the point of view
of the PROFIBUS DP master:
− Read Chapter 2 in this manual.
− Chapter 3 explains the command interface.
Requirements
To understand this manual, you require the following:
S A working knowledge of PROFIBUS DP
S Familiarity with the manual 'AS-Interface − Introduction and Basic Information'
(on the accompanying product CD).
DP/AS-Interface Link 20E
Release 08/2008
C79000-G8976-C235−01
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