Parameterization

The 8507-BI-DP supports parameterization from the PROFIBUS master.

The configuration is created in a PROFIBUS configurator using details provided in

a GSD file. This method is fast and enables a configuration to be built based upon

“logical” modules which represent the physical modules. Modules are added one

at a time to the configuration.

The configuration is passed from the PROFIBUS master to the BIM at the start of

communication. If the system is stopped and re-started, or if the node goes through

a cold start cycle, the configuration file is retransmitted to the BIM.

Standard and Extended Diagnostics

The PROFIBUS BIM supports Standard and Extended Diagnostics. While the Standard

Diagnostics provide standard PROFIBUS status information, the Extended Diagnostics

provide detailed information relating to the status of the BIM, the health of the modules

and the status of I/O channels. Depending on the I/O module type, events such as high

and low alarm, open circuit and line fault are detected.

Extended Diagnostic messages are generated on detection of any anomalies in I/O

modules. Use of the diagnostic capability requires suitable support in the host application.

For hosts unable to use diagnostic data in the control algorithm, it is possible to map the

diagnostic data into the input dataframe.