Technical data

CPU 317T: Technology Functions
A5E00251798-03
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Preface
Purpose of this manuals
This manual gives you a complete overview of the optional software package
"S7-Technology". The programming model, the individual technological objects and
the individual function blocks according to PLCopen are explained.
It is designed for STEP 7 programmers and persons who work in the configuration,
commissioning and automation system service with Motion Control application
sector.
Required basic knowledge
To understand this manual you require a general knowledge in the automation
technology and motion control field.
Users should be familiar in operating computers and programming devices on a
Windows 2000 Professional or XP operating system platform. Adequate knowledge
of the STEP 7 standard software is essential, because the optional software
package "S7-Technology" is based on this software. The appropriate knowledge
base is found in the “Programming with STEP 7“ manual.
Range of validity of this manual
This manual applies to the optional software package "S7-Technology" V 2.0 or
higher. In the chapter "What's New in S7 Technology V 2.0?" you will find the
differences in functionality and specifications of this version in comparison to the
"S7 Technology" optional software package version V1.0.