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Network Tester | PROFIBUS DP / PA - PROFIBUS Tester 5 (BC-700-PB)

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Quick and Easy Testing of PROFIBUS DP, PROFIBUS PA Bus Communication and CablingIntroducing the Softing PROFIBUS Tester 5 (BC-700-PB) – your essential tool for quick, reliable network diagnostics. Ensure optimal performance and troubleshoot issues effortlessly with this user-friendly device!

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The PROFIBUS Tester 5 (BC-700-PB) is a powerful diagnostic and troubleshooting tool for testing the cables, measuring the signals and analyzing the communication of PROFIBUS networks. It is battery-powered and provides a graphical display, allowing for quick results when working in stand-alone mode. Optionally, also PROFIBUS PA network can be analyzed. In addition, the BC-700-PB supports the export of test results for advanced analysis.

Overview

Testing Bus Cabling, Bus Physics and Bus Communication “All-In-One”

Combination of signal tester, storage oscilloscope, protocol analyzer, master simulator and cable tester functionality in a single diagnostics tool
Stand-alone mode plus extended PC-based diagnostics
Suited for installation, setup and commissioning, documentation, acceptance testing, network optimization, preventive maintenance, troubleshooting as well as laboratory tests

Highly Mobile Bus Tester for Testing Even Without a Notebook

Battery-powered operation without the need for additional power supply
Graphical display providing easy-to-understand presentation of test results
Comprehensive network tests in stand-alone mode without requiring a notebook

Enhanced Diagnostic Features Through Complementing PC-Based Software

Many additional features for executing, analyzing and managing bus tests in PC mode (Trend, Topology Scan, Master Simulator, Oscilloscope, Frame Analyzer)
Quick Test and User-Controlled Test for easy network status assessment at the push of a button
Generation of test reports describing the actual status of the PROFIBUS installation
Ideal for less experienced users as well as for fieldbus specialists

Optional Measuring Adapter for MBP (Manchester Coded Bus Powered) Physics

Specific signal analysis supporting MBP Physics (feeding voltage, signal deviation, signal polarity, bitrate divergence)
Complete protocol analysis directly at PROFIBUS PA segment

Technical Details

Technical Data
Diagnostics Functionality
Protocol and Frame Analysis	PROFIBUS DP-V0 and DP-V1, automatic baud rate detection in the range of 9.6 kbit/s … 12 Mbit/s
Signal Analysis	PROFIBUS DP-V0, DP-V1, FMS and MPI
... via EIA-485	Signal quality index 0 … 5,000, determined from signal wave form as well as signal/noise ratio and rise time; signal sampling with 8/16 samples per bit
... via MBP (requires optional adapter)	Fieldbus feeding voltage: 0 V ... 35 V at 0.1 V resolution, signal level: 100 mV ... 1,200 mV at 10 mV resolution, signal polarity, bitrate divergence: ±1.2 % at 0.01 % resolution, signal sampling with 128 samples per bit
Oscilloscope Display (Not Available for MBP)	Test range: ±5 V at 10 mV resolution (differential), 0 V … 15 V at 15 mV resolution (A or B to DGND); sampling rate: up to 384 Msamples/s; sampled points: 2,400 (signal details), 8,192 (oscilloscope analysis)
Topology Scan (Not Available for MBP)	Active, maximum distance: 230 m, accuracy: ±2 m
Cable Test (Not Available for MBP)	Active, supported cable segment length: 5 m … 1,500 m, accuracy: 5 %
Operation	Via graphical colour display, four function keys and scroll wheel including central push-button or via PC/notebook
Internal Memory Capacity	3 user-definable network directories (segment and test location) for storing quick tests, trend logs and cable test results Trend logging: max. 99 hours
Trigger	IN: L = 0 V .. 0.8 V; H = 2.4 V .. 24 V; pulse > 10 µs, active high OUT: approximately 5 V, active low (connection to storage oscilloscope)
PC Operating Software	PROFIBUS Diagnostics Suite, see separate datasheet for details
Connectors
EIA-485 (PROFIBUS DP)	PROFIBUS D-sub connector, 9 pins, power supply for external bus termination
MBP (PROFIBUS PA)	Connector, 3 pins, for screw terminals at optional measuring adapter, measuring cable set including 3 probes(adapter for MBP measurement is attached to D-sub connector)
USB	V 2.0, high speed 480 Mbit/s, galvanically isolated
Dimensions (H x W x D)	35 mm x 220 mm x 110 mm
Power Supply	Built-in three-cell lithium-ion battery supporting 11.1 VDC or external AC adapter 100 VAC ... 240 VAC, 50/60Hz (galvanically isolated) The rechargeable battery has a runtime of up to 5 hours (runtime depends on the performed test functionality and rate of wear of the rechargeable battery) Battery is charged via external AC adapter
Operating/Storage Temperature	Operating temperature: 0 °C ... 50 °C, storage temperature: -20 °C ... 70 °C
Relative Humidity	Air humidity: 10 % ... 90 % without condensation
Weight	Test tool, no cable: approximately 0.75 kg; complete carrying case: approximately 4.2 kg
Conformity	CE, FCC, VCCI

Downloads

Drivers & Software
- PROFIBUS Diagnostics Suite V3.21.1 incl. FW Updates, Full Version
- License Manager V4.24
Manuals & Documentation
- PROFIBUS Diagnostics BC-700-PB: Information to activate the PROFIBUS PA Option
- PROFIBUS Diagnostics Suite Manual
- PROFIBUS Diagnostics BC-700-PB: Information to activate the Oscilloscope Option
- PROFIBUS Diagnostics BC-700-PB Manual
- PROFIBUS Diagnostic Tools Release History
Articles & White Papers
- PROFIBUS troubleshooting gets machine back to 100% capacity in less than one hour
- PROFIBUS Diagnostics "Best Practice in PROFIBUS Network Diagnostics" White Paper
- PROFIBUS Diagnostics "PROFIBUS Tester to Significantly Reduce Commissioning Time" Professional Article
- PROFIBUS Diagnostics Tester 4 "Deckel Maho" Success Story
Data Sheets
- PROFIBUS Diagnostics BC-700-PB Data Sheet
- PROFIBUS Diagnostics Suite Data Sheet

Order Numbers
Bundles
DDL-NL-006018	PROFIBUS Tester 5 + Oscilloscope Option + PA-Option (+ cable set)
DDL-NN-006012	PROFIBUS Tester 5 + Oscilloscope Option
DDL-NL-006016	PROFIBUS Tester 5 + PA-Option (+ cable set)
Products and Licenses
DDA-NN-006014	PROFIBUS Tester 5 (BC-700-PB)
LRA-NN-006011	License Oscilloscope Option
DDL-NL-006010	License PA-Option (+ cable set)

Scope of Delivery
Hardware	PROFIBUS Tester 5 (BC-700-PB), power supply unit 100 VAC ... 240 VAC, 50/60 Hz with connecting cables for Europe and USA, adaptor cables, carrying case Measuring adapter BC-700-H1, measuring cable set (for PROFIBUS PA option)
Software	PROFIBUS Diagnostics Suite (PC software for Windows on CD-ROM) BC-700-PB upgrade license (on CD-ROM, for PROFIBUS PA option)
Documentation	Device Manual, “Getting Started“ Manual

Additional Products and Services
ACA-NN-006033	D-Sub to M12 adapter set with T-piece and M12 bus termination for PROFIBUS DP
DDA-ZZ-004010	Digital Fieldbus Leakage Current Clamp for Locating EMC Problems, 40 ..1000 Hz, MIN/MAX, Data Hold, Measuring Cables, supplied in a Handy Case (fi ts in Empty Compartment of Carrying Case)
ACL-NN-006037	D-Sub Service Interface with Active Bus Termination and 90° Angled Connector for PROFIBUS DP
ACA-NN-006034	M12 Service Interface for PROFIBUS DP, Comprising M12 T-Piece, End Cap and M12 Connection Cable (1 m)
ACA-NN-006031	EIA-485 D-Sub adapter cable for testing operational networks with reduced influence on segment operation
TRA-PB-TS	"PROFIBUS-Troubleshooting-Training", 3 days

Analysis SW

PROFIBUS Diagnostics Suite

Universal Software for All Diagnostic Tools of the bus check Family

PC software for performing, evaluating and managing tests of bus physics, bus communication and cabling in PROFIBUS networks. The application is extremely easy to use, with a quick test available at a click of the mouse.

One Software for All Diagnostic Products

Comprehensive analysis of PROFIBUS DP and PROFIBUS PA networks
Diagnostic functionality available depending on the connected test tool
License-free use on any number of PCs – no activation required

Suitable for the Fieldbus Novice

Bus test initiated with a single mouse click
Clear, easy-to-read display of test results
Separate expert mode providing in-depth diagnostic features for network specialists

Functionality for All Diagnostic Tasks

Continuous display of current bus status in status bar
Overall bus health indicated by traffic light symbols for bus physics and bus communication
Detail views with additional diagnostic information, also for advanced analyses by experts
Testing of bus and connected devices via integrated master simulator without configuration or parameterization
Generation of test reports for acceptance testing of PROFIBUS installations

Technical Data
Operating Systems: PC Hardware*	RAM	500 MB for Windows XP 1 GB for Windows 7, Windows 8, Windows 10
	Processor	1 GHz for recording at baud rates up to 1.5 Mbit/s 2 GHz for recording at baud rates over 1.5 Mbit/s
	Screen Resolution	1024 x 768 pixels (XGA)
	USB Interface 2.0
Supported Operating Systems	Windows XP, Windows 7, Windows 8, Windows 10
* The above minimum requirements are only general guidelines. Requirements may vary depending on the PC/notebook used.

Order Number
PB-DIAG-SUITE	PROFIBUS Diagnostics Suite

Scope of Delivery
Software	PROFIBUS Diagnostics Suite, PC software on CD-ROM for PROFIBUS Tester 5 BC-700-PB, PROFIBUS Tester 4 BC-600-PB and PROFIBUS Monitor BC-502-PB
Documentation	Manual “Getting Started”

Overview

Testing Bus Cabling, Bus Physics and Bus Communication “All-In-One”

Combination of signal tester, storage oscilloscope, protocol analyzer, master simulator and cable tester functionality in a single diagnostics tool
Stand-alone mode plus extended PC-based diagnostics
Suited for installation, setup and commissioning, documentation, acceptance testing, network optimization, preventive maintenance, troubleshooting as well as laboratory tests

Highly Mobile Bus Tester for Testing Even Without a Notebook

Battery-powered operation without the need for additional power supply
Graphical display providing easy-to-understand presentation of test results
Comprehensive network tests in stand-alone mode without requiring a notebook

Enhanced Diagnostic Features Through Complementing PC-Based Software

Many additional features for executing, analyzing and managing bus tests in PC mode (Trend, Topology Scan, Master Simulator, Oscilloscope, Frame Analyzer)
Quick Test and User-Controlled Test for easy network status assessment at the push of a button
Generation of test reports describing the actual status of the PROFIBUS installation
Ideal for less experienced users as well as for fieldbus specialists

Optional Measuring Adapter for MBP (Manchester Coded Bus Powered) Physics

Specific signal analysis supporting MBP Physics (feeding voltage, signal deviation, signal polarity, bitrate divergence)
Complete protocol analysis directly at PROFIBUS PA segment

Technical Details

Technical Data
Diagnostics Functionality
Protocol and Frame Analysis	PROFIBUS DP-V0 and DP-V1, automatic baud rate detection in the range of 9.6 kbit/s … 12 Mbit/s
Signal Analysis	PROFIBUS DP-V0, DP-V1, FMS and MPI
... via EIA-485	Signal quality index 0 … 5,000, determined from signal wave form as well as signal/noise ratio and rise time; signal sampling with 8/16 samples per bit
... via MBP (requires optional adapter)	Fieldbus feeding voltage: 0 V ... 35 V at 0.1 V resolution, signal level: 100 mV ... 1,200 mV at 10 mV resolution, signal polarity, bitrate divergence: ±1.2 % at 0.01 % resolution, signal sampling with 128 samples per bit
Oscilloscope Display (Not Available for MBP)	Test range: ±5 V at 10 mV resolution (differential), 0 V … 15 V at 15 mV resolution (A or B to DGND); sampling rate: up to 384 Msamples/s; sampled points: 2,400 (signal details), 8,192 (oscilloscope analysis)
Topology Scan (Not Available for MBP)	Active, maximum distance: 230 m, accuracy: ±2 m
Cable Test (Not Available for MBP)	Active, supported cable segment length: 5 m … 1,500 m, accuracy: 5 %
Operation	Via graphical colour display, four function keys and scroll wheel including central push-button or via PC/notebook
Internal Memory Capacity	3 user-definable network directories (segment and test location) for storing quick tests, trend logs and cable test results Trend logging: max. 99 hours
Trigger	IN: L = 0 V .. 0.8 V; H = 2.4 V .. 24 V; pulse > 10 µs, active high OUT: approximately 5 V, active low (connection to storage oscilloscope)
PC Operating Software	PROFIBUS Diagnostics Suite, see separate datasheet for details
Connectors
EIA-485 (PROFIBUS DP)	PROFIBUS D-sub connector, 9 pins, power supply for external bus termination
MBP (PROFIBUS PA)	Connector, 3 pins, for screw terminals at optional measuring adapter, measuring cable set including 3 probes(adapter for MBP measurement is attached to D-sub connector)
USB	V 2.0, high speed 480 Mbit/s, galvanically isolated
Dimensions (H x W x D)	35 mm x 220 mm x 110 mm
Power Supply	Built-in three-cell lithium-ion battery supporting 11.1 VDC or external AC adapter 100 VAC ... 240 VAC, 50/60Hz (galvanically isolated) The rechargeable battery has a runtime of up to 5 hours (runtime depends on the performed test functionality and rate of wear of the rechargeable battery) Battery is charged via external AC adapter
Operating/Storage Temperature	Operating temperature: 0 °C ... 50 °C, storage temperature: -20 °C ... 70 °C
Relative Humidity	Air humidity: 10 % ... 90 % without condensation
Weight	Test tool, no cable: approximately 0.75 kg; complete carrying case: approximately 4.2 kg
Conformity	CE, FCC, VCCI

Downloads

Drivers & Software
- PROFIBUS Diagnostics Suite V3.21.1 incl. FW Updates, Full Version
- License Manager V4.24
Manuals & Documentation
- PROFIBUS Diagnostics BC-700-PB: Information to activate the PROFIBUS PA Option
- PROFIBUS Diagnostics Suite Manual
- PROFIBUS Diagnostics BC-700-PB: Information to activate the Oscilloscope Option
- PROFIBUS Diagnostics BC-700-PB Manual
- PROFIBUS Diagnostic Tools Release History
Articles & White Papers
- PROFIBUS troubleshooting gets machine back to 100% capacity in less than one hour
- PROFIBUS Diagnostics "Best Practice in PROFIBUS Network Diagnostics" White Paper
- PROFIBUS Diagnostics "PROFIBUS Tester to Significantly Reduce Commissioning Time" Professional Article
- PROFIBUS Diagnostics Tester 4 "Deckel Maho" Success Story
Data Sheets
- PROFIBUS Diagnostics BC-700-PB Data Sheet
- PROFIBUS Diagnostics Suite Data Sheet

Order Numbers
Bundles
DDL-NL-006018	PROFIBUS Tester 5 + Oscilloscope Option + PA-Option (+ cable set)
DDL-NN-006012	PROFIBUS Tester 5 + Oscilloscope Option
DDL-NL-006016	PROFIBUS Tester 5 + PA-Option (+ cable set)
Products and Licenses
DDA-NN-006014	PROFIBUS Tester 5 (BC-700-PB)
LRA-NN-006011	License Oscilloscope Option
DDL-NL-006010	License PA-Option (+ cable set)

Scope of Delivery
Hardware	PROFIBUS Tester 5 (BC-700-PB), power supply unit 100 VAC ... 240 VAC, 50/60 Hz with connecting cables for Europe and USA, adaptor cables, carrying case Measuring adapter BC-700-H1, measuring cable set (for PROFIBUS PA option)
Software	PROFIBUS Diagnostics Suite (PC software for Windows on CD-ROM) BC-700-PB upgrade license (on CD-ROM, for PROFIBUS PA option)
Documentation	Device Manual, “Getting Started“ Manual

Additional Products and Services
ACA-NN-006033	D-Sub to M12 adapter set with T-piece and M12 bus termination for PROFIBUS DP
DDA-ZZ-004010	Digital Fieldbus Leakage Current Clamp for Locating EMC Problems, 40 ..1000 Hz, MIN/MAX, Data Hold, Measuring Cables, supplied in a Handy Case (fi ts in Empty Compartment of Carrying Case)
ACL-NN-006037	D-Sub Service Interface with Active Bus Termination and 90° Angled Connector for PROFIBUS DP
ACA-NN-006034	M12 Service Interface for PROFIBUS DP, Comprising M12 T-Piece, End Cap and M12 Connection Cable (1 m)
ACA-NN-006031	EIA-485 D-Sub adapter cable for testing operational networks with reduced influence on segment operation
TRA-PB-TS	"PROFIBUS-Troubleshooting-Training", 3 days

Analysis SW

PROFIBUS Diagnostics Suite

Universal Software for All Diagnostic Tools of the bus check Family

One Software for All Diagnostic Products

Comprehensive analysis of PROFIBUS DP and PROFIBUS PA networks
Diagnostic functionality available depending on the connected test tool
License-free use on any number of PCs – no activation required

Suitable for the Fieldbus Novice

Bus test initiated with a single mouse click
Clear, easy-to-read display of test results
Separate expert mode providing in-depth diagnostic features for network specialists

Functionality for All Diagnostic Tasks

Continuous display of current bus status in status bar
Overall bus health indicated by traffic light symbols for bus physics and bus communication
Detail views with additional diagnostic information, also for advanced analyses by experts
Testing of bus and connected devices via integrated master simulator without configuration or parameterization
Generation of test reports for acceptance testing of PROFIBUS installations

Technical Data
Operating Systems: PC Hardware*	RAM	500 MB for Windows XP 1 GB for Windows 7, Windows 8, Windows 10
	Processor	1 GHz for recording at baud rates up to 1.5 Mbit/s 2 GHz for recording at baud rates over 1.5 Mbit/s
	Screen Resolution	1024 x 768 pixels (XGA)
	USB Interface 2.0
Supported Operating Systems	Windows XP, Windows 7, Windows 8, Windows 10
* The above minimum requirements are only general guidelines. Requirements may vary depending on the PC/notebook used.

Order Number
PB-DIAG-SUITE	PROFIBUS Diagnostics Suite

Scope of Delivery
Software	PROFIBUS Diagnostics Suite, PC software on CD-ROM for PROFIBUS Tester 5 BC-700-PB, PROFIBUS Tester 4 BC-600-PB and PROFIBUS Monitor BC-502-PB
Documentation	Manual “Getting Started”

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Distribution: Australia and New Zealand Only

Location: Rhodes, NSW

Customers: Cochlear, Nanosonics

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Established:

2001

Employees:

1-5

Customers:

Cochlear, Nanosonics

Memberships:

Profibus & Profinet Association

Certifications:

CE, EN50155, MIL, IEC 61131-3

Distribution:

Australia and New Zealand Only