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Training Document 8-1 Training and Support
The complete course offering is available via these links:
English: [Link]/sitrain
German: [Link]/sitrain
Training catalogue The training catalogue allows to find the desired course via the learning paths or
the Siemens Mall.
Search for training The search function allows to find the desired training by filter, keyword, target
group, etc. Filters can also be combined.
Top Links Via the Top Links you can access specific training offers directly,
e.g. SIMATIC S7, SINUMERIK 4
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Training Document 8-2 Training and Support
Example: SINAMCS G120 – Parametrizing and Commissioning
Objectives SINAMICS G120 allow the variable-speed operation of induction motors to drive
pumps, fans, conveyor systems and many other machines.
This course shows you how to handle the SINAMICS G120 inverter using
Software Startdrive within the TIA Portal.
After the course you are able to be correctly commission the inverter and adapt
it to address the particular application. You know suitable inverter functions and
parameter settings for a wide range of applications. You can make a data
backup, and taking the appropriate measures when faults occur.
Target Group Commissioning engineers, Service personnel
Content Design and principle of operation of the SINAMICS G120 inverter with:
• Control Unit CU
• Power Module PM
Parameterization, data backup and diagnostics with:
• BOP-2 and IOP operator panels
• Software Startdrive in TIA Portal
Setpoint channel and closed-loop control
Control signals and signal interconnections
Inverter functions
Practical exercises using the training device with:
• SINAMICS CU240E-2 PN with PM 240 FS A
• SIMOTICS induction motor
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Example: SINAMCS S120 - Parameterizing Safety Integrated
Objectives In this course you learn the handling of drive based Safety Functions. You know
applications of the different functions and you can parameterize them.
Therefore you use the benefits in comparison with a conventional safety
technology, like reduced cabling or faster commissioning of identical machines.
In the course you got through all steps for the implementation of the safety
functions until the final acceptance report.
Target Group Programmer, Commissioning, Service and Maintenance personnel,
Content Fundamentals, standards and regulations of Machine Safety
Procedure of risk assessment
Performance Level (PL) and Safety Integrity Level (SIL)
Safety Evaluation Tool (SET) for the evaluation of PL and SIL
SINAMICS S120 Safety Integrated Basic Functions and Extended Functions
Control of the drive integrated Safety Functions via
• Terminal Module TM54F and DRIVE-CLiQ
• SIMATIC F-CPU and PROFIsafe
Effect of the settings of the closed-loop control and the kinetic energy of an axis
on the safety functions
Execution of the acceptance test and preparation of the acceptance report
Procedures for the handling of spare parts and at retrofit measures
Exercises on training kits with SINAMICS S120, TM54F and SIMATIC F-CPU
Participant Prerequirements
Knowledge of SINAMICS S120 according to the course DR-S12-PM (formerly
DR-SNS-SI). For the topic PROFIsafe knowledge of SIMATIC S7 is useful.
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Overview The most important functions are always at the same spot.
Menu bar The menu bar always contains the central standard functions. You can register
and login anytime to access the full individual functionality of you customized
area “mySupport”.
Content The focus is set on content. You can find the latest information on the
homepage. Links will guide you to your targets quickly, also within the other
areas of the online support.
Areas You can change between the four central areas of the online support any time:
Product support, services, forum and mySupport.
Support cockpit And you find your personal mySupport cockpit on every page. You see e.g. if
the status of your support inquiries changes.
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Training Document 8-5 Training and Support
Entries In the product support you find entries and information to all current and also
discontinued products, e.g.:
• Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
• Manuals
• Downloads
• Product notes (release notes, phase out, etc.)
• Certificates
• Characteristics
• Application examples
Product tree You can access these contributions via the product tree now but also over a
central filter bar. With the help of the different filters you receive the contents
relevant for you with few clicks. Several filters can be combined with each other.
Filter With preview numbers you see the amount of results even before use of a filter.
You will get to the relevant information much simpler and more efficient.
You can combine for your enquiry e.g. the product tree, a search string and a
type of document with each other. There are no hidden search parameters.
All attitudes and results are shown to you openly.
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Filter Manual You will find here all types om manuals, e.g.:
• Operation instructions
• List manual (Parameters, function diagrams)
• Installation manual ( for installation, interconnections)
• System manual (Description of construction and function)
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Technical Forum We promote the direct dialog to the completion of the extensive supply between
specialists with the help of modern web technology. With the new technical
forum an attractive discussion platform in English and German on which users
and experts can exchange themselves exists.
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Work Space The work space of mySupport is an area that you can customize to your needs.
Structure Here you can put all information together that is important for your daily work.
Configure folder structures and information there, e.g. such as favorites.
Whether project or product dependent, everything is possible.
Additions In addition, you can add notes, comments and tags (headwords).
You can access the information very simply and fast by your own structure via
the so-called “tag cloud" (headword cloud) that is generated by the system
automatically. The operation within mySupport is uniform and easy.
And "Drag & Drop" is also possible, like you are used to with your operating
system.
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Training Document 8-9 Training and Support
Access You can create a support request in different ways:
• You find the menu item „Support Request“ on all pages of the online support.
• Alternatively you can create a new request in “mySupport” in the navigation
“Requests”.
Entries Tips for making:
• Choose your product and your application case as exactly as possible here.
Avoid the calling of the point of "other" if possible. So you guarantee an
optimal support by our experts and suitable proposals for solution.
• Did other users already have a similar problem? Frequent questions and
solutions are already offered to you here. Glance at it - it is certainly
worthwhile!
• Describe your problem as in detail as possible. Pictures or explanatory
appendices give our experts the possibility of isolating your problem and
working out solutions. Several files can be uploaded up to a size of 10 MB
per file.
• Before creating a request please your personal contact information and data.
You can print a summary in the end.
• As a registered user you can pursue the status of your inquiries online.
Just navigate in mySupport in the category "inquiries" to "my inquiries“ to do
this.
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Training Document 8 - 10 Training and Support
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Training Document 8 - 11 Training and Support
