The CP 1242-7 communications processor is used to connect a SIMATIC S7-1200 to the globally widespread GSM/GPRS mobile radio network and has the following characteristics:
Worldwide wireless exchange of data between S7-1200 controllers and/or between S7-1200 controllers and control centers with an Internet connection
Communication based on the GPRS (General Packet Radio Service) mobile wireless service with data transmission speeds of up to 86 Kbit/s in the downlink and 43 Kbit/s in the uplink
GPRS mode with fixed IP addresses and dynamic IP addresses with standard mobile phone contract
Time synchronization on the basis of NTP (Network Time Protocol)
On-demand connection buildup via voice call or text message
Sending and receiving of text messages
Clearly laid out LED signaling for fast and easy diagnostics
Compact industrial enclosure in S7-1200 design for mounting on a standard mounting rail
Fast commissioning thanks to easy configuration using STEP 7
In conjunction with the TeleControl Server Basic software, the CP 1242-7 forms a telecontrol system with additional properties:
Connection of up to 5000 telecontrol stations to the control center via an OPC interface
Data buffering in the substations in the event of connection failures
Central status monitoring of the substations
No special provider services required for fixed IP addresses
Teleservice access with STEP 7 to the substations via the Internet
