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TeleService V6.1 Service Software for SIMATIC S7 and C7
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TS Adapter (Definition)
The TS Adapter is used to connect an automation system via a modem to a phone
network in prepare it for the use of TeleService.
The TS Adapter has a parameter memory in which various parameter records are
stored for TeleService operation.
There are three versions of the TS Adapter:
• TS Adapter I
• TS Adapter II
• TS Adapter IE
In this Help system, the term "TS Adapter" stands for all versions. If an explanation
is valid for a specific version only, this is pointed out and "TS Adapter I",
"TS Adapter II" or "TS Adapter IE" is named explicitly.
Overview of the existing TS Adapters:
TS Adapter I:
Direct connection over the serial port, Firmware cannot be replaced.
Version: Essential Expansions:
V3.0 -
V5.0 Access protection
V5.1 Access protection, network type AUTO
V5.2 Access protection, network type AUTO, sending SMS messages
TS Adapter II:
Direct connection over the Universal Serial Bus (USB). Replaceable firmware. Modem integrated or can
be connected as external modem. The TS Adapter II switches automatically between the modems. As
long as no external modem is connected, it uses the internal modem.
There are two variants:
• With an analog internal modem. An external modem can also be connected to the RS-232-port.
• With an internal ISDN adapter.. An external modem can also be connected to the RS-232-port..
TS Adapter IE:
Direct connection over Industrial Ethernet (IE). Replaceable firmware. Modem integrated or can be
connected as external modem. The TS Adapter IE cannot automatically switch between modems like the
TS Adapter II. Configuration is performed in a Web interface.
There are two variants:
• With an analog internal modem. An external modem can also be connected to the RS-232-port.
• With an internal ISDN adapter.. An external modem can also be connected to the RS-232-port..
Note
For more detailed information on the TS Adapter, refer to the documentation
supplied with the TS Adapter.