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The term "CPU" is used in this manual both for the CPUs of the automation system
and for interface modules of the ET 200MP distributed I/O system.
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The documentation for the SIMATIC automation system, the CPU 1516pro-2 PN
based on SIMATIC and the SIMATIC ET 200MP distributed I/O system is arranged
into three areas.
This arrangement enables you to access the specific content you require.The System Manual and Getting Started describe in detail the configuration, installation,
wiring and commissioning of the SIMATIC and ET 200MP systems. For
CPU 1516pro-2 PN you use the corresponding operating instructions. The STEP 7 online
help supports you in the configuration and programming.
Device information
Product manuals contain a compact description of the module-specific information, such as
properties, wiring diagrams, characteristics and technical specifications.The function manuals contain detailed descriptions on general topics regarding the SIMATIC
and ET 200MP systems, e.g. diagnostics, communication, motion control, Web
server, OPC UA.
You can download the documentation free of charge from the The Manual Collection contains the