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Saia® S-Net | Flexible networking concept

for innovative, economical automation solutions
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Based on the open standards: Ethernet TCP/IP and Profibus:

 Makes use of existing network infrastructure
 No duplicate cabling required
 Supports multi-vendor and multi-protocol operation
Reduces costs of project design, programming, commissioning and maintenance
 thanks to consistent use throughout of Ethernet TCP/IP and Profibus with S-Net, the private control network
(PCN) for Saia® PCD.
Interconnected use of web technologies
 via Ethernet TCP/IP and Profibus for commissioning, operation, monitoring and diagnosis.
Integral network connections in the base unit
 Profibus interface (1.5 Mbit/s) integrated in the operating system of new CPUs and the PCD3.RIO
(included in base unit at no extra charge).
Ether-S-Net, Profi-S-Net
 Private control network (PCN) on Ethernet and Profibus with optimized protocols and services for the efficient
ope-ration of RIOs, PLCs, HMIs and programming units.
Multi-protocol operation
 All PCD2.M48x and PCD3.Mxxxx CPUs support Profibus DP/MPI and S-Net on the same connector.
Continuity and investment protection
 All Saia® PCD systems are capable of integration within the concept using existing Profibus and Ethernet-
TCP/IP connections.
 Saia® S-Net | Interconnected integration
Ethernet-TCP/IP, Profibus and web technology
Saia® S-Net
Saia® S-Net is the networking concept of Saia-Burgess
Controls. It is based on the open standards: Profi-
bus and Ethernet. Great importance is now attached
to the standards and functionalities of the IT world
(Internet and web technologies).
Ethernet
Ethernet comprises layers 1 and 2 of the ISO/OSI
layer model. Building on layer 2, it is possible to run
many different protocols and applications in parallel
on the same physical network.
Profibus with web technology
Profibus layer 2 (field data link - FDL) also allows
the parallel operation of different application Proto-
cols, such as DP, FMS, MPI among others. Saia-Bur-
gess exploits this capability, using Profi-S-Net to con-
struct a private control network (PCN) for Saia® PCD
on the Profibus. Profi-S-Net turns all Saia® devices
(even simple RIOs) into active network stations, with
equal entitlement to use the Profibus autonomously
in the network when carrying out the tasks assigned
to them.
The ISO/OSI communications model
This diagram superimposes S-Net over the ISO/OS communications
model, with the relevant system designations.
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Profi-S-Net includes protocols for running Saia® PCD
devices (PLCs, RIOs, HMIs, PGs, …).
Alongside the normal data services, special services
are also available for programming, commissioning
and diagnosis, or for transmitting HTML pages with
the HTTP protocol. This ensures that, with Saia® PCD,
web technology can also be used in an intercon-
nected way on Profibus too. An integral web server
is provided as standard in all new Saia® PCD control
devices.
Fully integrated communication
Profibus layer 2 (FDL) has been integrated in
the operating system of all new controller CPUs
(PCD2.M48x and PCD3.Mxxxx) and remote periph-
eral devices (PCD3.RIO). This gives the new devices
an integral Profi-S-Net connection with transmission
speeds of up to 1.5 Mbit/s, at no extra charg. The
new devices support Profibus DP/MPI and S-Net on
the same connector. In this way, Profibus-based net-
works can be built very economically and flexibly.
All Saia® PCD systems, as well as devices from other
manufacturers, may be used as network nodes.
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Saia® S-Net | Topology and protocols
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Ether-S-Net | Profi-S-Net Private control networks (PCNs) containing all protocols and services for running
Saia® devices (PLCs, RIOs, HMIs, PGs) on Ethernet or Profibus respectively. They
support multi-protocol operation (Ethernet: S-Bus/S-IO/HTTP/SMTP, Profibus: DP/
MPI/S-Bus/S-IO/HTTP) on a single connector and cable.
Ether-S-Bus | Profi-S-Bus For event-controlled exchange of data with multi-master communication between
controllers. Alongside the normal data services, they also include services for
accessing PCD controllers with the PG5 programming unit, Saia® OPC server, or web
browser.
Ether-S-IO | Profi-S-IO Optimized for running the PCD3.RIO. Alongside normal data services, they also
include special services for configuration and diagnosis, and for the management of
RIO plug-ins.
Profibus DP Standard protocol for exchanging data with Profibus-DP devices (PLCs, RIOs, fre-
quency converters, …).
MPI Multi-point protocol for exchanging data with other devices
(Saia®-xx7 controllers, HMIs, SCADA systems).
HTTP Hyper-text transfer protocol for accessing the PCD.Web-Server via Ether-S-Net and
Profi-S-Net.
SMTP Simple mail transfer protocol for sending e-mail messages via Ether-S-Net.
Serial-S-Net Supports the S-Bus protocol on serial interfaces
(RS 232, RS 485/422, USB, Modem) in master/slave mode.

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 Saia® S-Net | Overview
Properties | Functions | Components | Devices

Multi-protocol operation and multi-master communication

Ether-S-Net and Profi-S-Net controllers support multi-protocol opera-
tion, i.e. several different application protocols (S-Bus, S-IO, DP,
HTTP, …) can be used simultaneously on the same connector and
cable. This dispenses with costly parallel wiring for different applica-
tions. Ether-S-Net and Profi-S-Net devices are capable of event-con-
trolled data exchange in multi-master communication, which reduces
the load on the network and makes for short reaction times.
Gateway function
The gateway function allows network crossovers and interface adjust-
ments to be made. This involves consistent support throughout of pro-
gramming, data and web services for access via the web browser.
The gateway function is an integral part of the PCD operating sys-
tem and does not require an additional hardware module.

Powerful software tools for programming, configuration,

commissioning and diagnosis
�� Convenient network configurator that saves time designing S-Net
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 Easy programming with PG5 IL instructions or convenient FUPLA

Fboxes.
 Continuous access to PCD devices with the Saia ® PG5 programming

tool via the network. With the gateway function, this is also possible
across several network levels.
Visualization, control and monitoring
 S-Bus OPC server for connection of SCADA systems to Profi-S-Net
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 All new CPUs and RIOs have an integral web server for control,
monitoring and diagnosis. The web server includes predefined,
device-specific HTML pages for configuration and diagnosis.
In addition, application-specific HTML pages can also be created
and stored with the convenient S-Web editor, or any standard editor
(e.g. Frontpage, etc.).
Remote monitoring, control, alarms, programming and diagnostics via tel-
ecommunications networks
The modem connection (analogue, ISDN, GSM) is included in the
operating system of all PCD controllers.
 Economical connection to telecommunications networks with

modem modules (PCD2.T8xx) that can be integrated in the

controller .
 Powerful modem libraries simplify the programming of modem

communications.
S-Net devices
All controllers with an Ethernet connection (PCD7.F650 or on board
for PCD3.Mxxxx CPUs) can be operated on Ether-S-Net. The control-
PCD2.M480 PCD3.M5xxx
lers PCD2.M480, PCD3.Mxxxx and PCD3.T76x RIO all have an integral
Profi-S-Net interface (up to 1.5 Mbit/s) in the basic system. The PCD7.
D7xx terminals can run on Ether-S-Net or Profi-S-Net respectively.
With the Profi-S-Link adapter (PCD8.K120) programming devices,
PCD3.Txxx (RIO) PCD7.Dxxx (HMI) SCADA equipment, web terminals and web browsers can be con-
nected via Ethernet to Profi-S-Net.

Profi-S-Link

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Typical examples of use
Practical possibilities with S-Net in applications

Multi-protocol operation
On a single physical network (cable), 3 different
logical networks run different tasks simultaneously.
 The PCD2.M480 forms a logical network with the
PCD3 remote I/O, managing and operating it with
the Profi-S-IO protocol.

 In a second logical network, PCD2.M480 and

PCD3.M5540 controllers use the Profi-S-Bus pro
tocol for event-controlled exchange of data in
multi-master communication.

 In a third logical network, the PCD3.M5540 con

troller and one or more foreign slave devices are
assigned to a foreign Profibus-DP master. These
devices communicate using the Profibus-DP pro
tocol.

Advantage
Different communications tasks are carried out
on a single physical network with a single net-
work connection to the PCD controllers. Costs are
thereby saved in all areas:
 Additional interface cards are not required in
 There is no requirement for separate physical the PCD controller.
network structures.  The design costs of the communications project
 Existing network infrastructures (e.g. Profibus- (planning, configuration, programming) are
DP) can be exploited. therefore reduced.

Economical communications with Profi-S-Net

Low-cost PCD3.M3xxx controllers, PCD.RIOs and
PCD7.D7xx terminals can be used to produce effi-
cient, economical networks. These devices all have
a built-in Profi-S-Net interface that can run at up to
187.5 kBit/s. At this baud rate, installation require-
ments are not high and economical cabling and con-
nectors may therefore be used.

These economical Profi-S-Net networks are ideally

suited for communications tasks that are not time-
critical, such as in building automation. Multi-mas-
ter functionality still allows the efficient exchange
of data between master devices, particularly when
there is a large number of network stations. This
also gives the terminal access to all controllers.

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Practical possibilities with S-Net in applications

Direct connection of PCs to Profi-S-Net

Standard PC systems and/or web terminals can be
connected with the Profi-S-Link adapter directly to
a Profi-S-Net network. In this way, a Saia® PG5 pro-
gramming unit, web browser or SCADA system with
OPC server can access Profi-S-Net devices. The web
browser is used to upload HTML pages via Profi-S-
Bus and the http protocol from the controllers‘ built-
in web server. The compact size of the Profi-S-Link
adapter makes it equally ideal either for fixed instal-
lation or for mobile use with a notebook.
In contrast to a fixed interface card installed in the
PC, the Profi-S-Link adapter can also be used with
different PCs, simply by connection to the Ether-
net interface. This completely avoids the costly and
time-consuming installation of hardware and soft-
ware – with all the associated operating system and
driver compatibility problems.

Interconnected communication and

programming with gateway function
The integral gateway function in a PCD2.M480 or
PCD3.Mxxxx provides interconnected communica-
tion via the USB, RS 232, modem or Ethernet inter-
face to devices on Profi-S-Net.
Central management of decentralized functions
Plug-in technology turns even simple PCD3 remote
I/O devices into intelligent, decentralized equip-
ment. With functions assigned in the form of plug-
in components (C code), PCD3-RIOs are capable of
independently carrying out such tasks as:
 Pre-processing of I/O signals
 Dealing with equipment (e.g. terminals, bar-code
readers, etc.) that is connected to the RS 232 inter-
face included with PCD3.T765 RIOs
 Fast processes can be handled locally in the
remote I/O.
 If the master controller fails, decentralized
functions safeguard emergency operation or
the controlled stopping of the process. This
involves management of remote functions by the
PCD2.M480 Profi-S-IO master, with automatic dis-
tribution to PCD3.T765 RIOs via the HTTP pro-
tocol. In such cases, PCD3.RIOs will be active
stations on the bus and will also autonomously
request plug-in components as required from the
Profi-S-IO master device.

These functions, which are supported by S-Net,

demonstrably reduce the expense of commissioning
and maintenance for devices and systems.

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Practical possibilities with S-Net in applications

Continuity and investment protection

PCD3.Mxxxx and PCD2.M480 controllers all have S-
Bus RS 485 interfaces. These can be used to extend
Programming unit
existing systems (having older generation PCD
devices) with Profi-S-Net and/or Ether-S-Net. In
addition, the gateway function supports intercon-
nected access across several network levels.
PCD1 or PCD2 controllers with a PCD7.F650 Eth-
ernet module may also be integrated compatibly
within an Ether-S-Net. The Profibus-DP master mod-
ule even allows devices with 12 MBit/s to be con-
nected to a Profi-S-Net controller.

Redundant Ethernet connections

With 2 slots available for Ethernet, upgrades for
deployment in redundant networks are economical
to do. This is often a requirement for systems where
security demands are high, e.g. in traffic engineer-
ing for tunnel controllers. Each connection has its
own IP address and supports the Ether-S-Net pro-
tocols.
The Saia® OPC server also supports operation at
two redundant networks, monitoring both commu-
nications paths to the PCD controllers, and automat-
ically switching to the other connection in case of
error.

2x Ethernet with firewall and as gateway 2x Ethernet with firewall

Two Ethernet interfaces enable the PCD2.M480 to be
inserted as a gateway with firewall function between
two physically separate networks (e.g. a company
network and an automation network).
Both Ethernet interfaces have their own IP address
and are completely separate at Ethernet and TCP/
IP level. Ethernet and IP telegrams are not trans-
ferred to the other network. Access to PLC media is
only achieved through use of the Ether-S-Net proto-
col. Hackers using the TCP/IP protocol are excluded
from attacking PLC media or the second Ethernet
interface.

Company network
2x Ethernet with gateway function
Thanks to the PCD2.M480‘s integral gateway func-
tion, devices that support the Ether-S-Net protocol
(PG5, OPC server, PCD controllers) have intercon-

Automation network
nected access to PCD controllers in the other, physi-
cally separate network.

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Network practice with Saia® PCD
Saia® S-Net – not a newcomer and
not just on paper

Applications realized:

Country Project Project description

CH SBB rail tunnel 35 km long, twin-pipe, single track tunnel. 530 Saia® PCD2 controllers and
Lötschberg 1’500 Saia® PCD3.RIOs are used for tunnel ventilation, fire prevention moni-
toring, switchbox air-conditioning control and escape route signalling.
Devices are cross-linked using Ethernet TCP/IP and S-Bus (RS 485). Eth-
ernet communication is partially implemented with redundant Ethernet
Transportation connections on PCD2 controllers.
CH Motorway A5 tunnel 28 Saia® PCD and 29 PCD.RIOs control the pump works and monitor
Solothurn-Grenchen safety systems. Devices are cross-linked using Ethernet TCP/IP and
Transportation Profibus-DP.
CH Local heating distribution More than 30 Saia® PCD1, PCD2 and PCD4 systems control the local heat-
in Geneva ing distribution (10 km line length) for 23’000 inhabitants of a suburb of
Geneva. Devices are cross-linked using Ethernet TCP/IP across large dis-
Environmental engineering tances, also executed with fibre-optic cabling.
D Deutsche Telekom Deutsche Telekom Immobilien GmbH manages and operates the property
Immobilien GmbH and buildings of Deutsche Telekom AG, using over 5’000 Saia® PCD sys-
tems. PCD substations are connected to a central management system via
Facility Management local networks and the ISDN telecommunications network.
D QIAGEN GmbH QIAGEN is a biotechnology company employing approx. 800 staff. For its
new production and administration building, 23 Saia® PCD controllers have
been used with over 5’000 I/Os for heating, ventilation and climate control.
Building automation The controllers are cross-linked with Ethernet TCP/IP and S-Bus RS 485.
F Motorway tunnel Throughout the 11.6 km length of the Mont-Blanc tunnel, 23 Saia® PCD
Mont-Blanc controllers check exhaust gases (CO), measure wind force and monitor
alarms. These controllers are all connected to the management system via
Transportation Ethernet TCP/IP.
H Budapest airport Heating, ventilation and climate control with 10 Saia® PCD2 and PCD4 con-
trollers (1’500 I/Os) for passenger terminal 2A. Cross-linking of controllers
Building automation with S-Bus RS 485.
N Fish processing factory 30 Saia® PCD systems control and monitor the daily processing of 1’600
in Norway tonnes of fresh fish into deep-frozen fish fillets. Ethernet TCP/IP,
Profibus-DP and S-Bus are used for cross-linking the Saia® PCD con-
Factory automation trollers.
NL Wholesale flower market One of the largest wholesale flower markets in Europe. Over 100 Saia® PCD
Naaldwijk controllers provide air conditioning in 600’000 m2 of market halls, con-
trolling lighting and access shutters. These controllers are cross-linked
Building automation with Ethernet TCP/IP and S-Bus RS 485.

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