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Siemens IK PI · 2015
Industrial Remote Communication
TeleControl Professional
Stations for ST7 protocol
TIM 4R-IE for WAN and Ethernet
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Overview
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SINAUT communications module TIM with four interfaces
for SIMATIC S7-300 or as self-contained unit for the S7-400 for
use in the wide area network (WAN)
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For universal use in a SINAUT station, node station and control
center
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Internet communication via integrated MSC-VPN tunnel with
direct connection to DSL router or operation via IPsec VPN
with additional SIMATIC NET components
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Wireless communication via GPRS router, GPRS modem,
or radio devices
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Wired communication via Ethernet, DSL, dialup modems or
dedicated line modem
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Complete migration of existing wireless, dedicated line and
dial-up technology to IP-based network
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Message frame memory for complete recording of data and
support of redundant communication paths
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Simple configuration and operation without specialist IT
knowledge
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Benefits
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Protection of investment by combining existing conventional
networks with IP-based networks by means of flexible options
for connection of up to four SINAUT networks
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Low-cost construction of the control center by direct
connection as independent device to a DSL router, made
possible by the integrated MSC-VPN protocol
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No additional mobile phone service for fixed IP addresses or
contracts for private GPRS networks with bidirectional data
traffic are necessary, as the VPN is integrated in the ST7
system. No more expensive and complex VPN configuration
by IT specialists.
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High availability of the connections due to possible redundant
design of the communication paths
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Reliable storage of important data. Storage of data message
frames (approx. 56 000) including time stamp on TIM in the
case of communication path malfunction or power failure
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Saving of time and money through fast and user-friendly
configuration of the connections, as well as through remote
programming and diagnostics (PG routing) parallel to the
SINAUT data transmission via the WAN or Internet connection
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Easy maintenance through replacement of modules without
PG
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Application
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Use as self-contained central station for the low-cost
automation of water/wastewater networks with both complex
and simple structures
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Control and monitoring of energy distribution systems and
supply stations, such as oil, gas or district heating networks
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Preventive maintenance (condition monitoring) of globally
distributed systems
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Monitoring of logistics and traffic control systems
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Connection of plants with basic or high-level security and
availability requirements
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Use in hybrid networks with dialup, wireless, Ethernet or
Internet communication
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Design
The TIM 4R-IE offers all the advantages of the SIMATIC S7-300
design:
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Compact construction;
double standard width of SIMATIC S7-300 SM modules
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Two 9-pin Sub-D connectors with a combined RS 232/RS 485
interface for connection to a conventional WAN via an appro-
priate modem
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Two RJ45 sockets for connecting to Industrial Ethernet or a
IP-based network; designed for industry with additional fixing
collars for connecting the IE FC RJ45 Plug 180
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2-pin plug-in terminal strip for connection of the 24 VDC
external supply voltage
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Front LEDs for indicating the module status and the communi-
cation
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Easy to mount;
the TIM is mounted to an S7-300-mounting rail;
if integrated as a CP into an S7-300 it is connected to adjacent
modules by means of the bus connector supplied with the
TIM. No slot rules apply. As a standalone device, it is linked via
one of its Ethernet interfaces with one or more S7-400 CPUs or
with one or more control center PCs.
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Can be operated in the expansion rack (ER) in conjunction
with the IM 360/361
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Can be operated without a fan
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A battery backup or memory module can be fitted as an option
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