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Important Notes, Contents Introduction to STEP 7

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The SIMATIC Manager

SIMATIC Working with STEP 7 V5.1
Getting Started
This manual is part of the documentation package with the order number : 6ES7 810-4CA05-8BA0

Programming with Symbols

Creating a Program in OB1 Creating a Program with Function Blocks and Data Blocks Configuring the Central Rack Downloadingand Debugging the Program Programming a Function Programming a Shared Data Block Programming a Multiple Instance Configuring the Distributed I/O

Appendix Overview of the Sample Projects for the Getting Started Manual Index

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Correct Usage
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This device and its components may only be used for the applications described in the catalog or the technical descriptions, and onlyin connection with devices or components from other manufacturers which have been approved or recommended by Siemens. This product can only function correctly and safely if it is transported, stored, set up, and installed correctly, and operated and maintained as recommended.

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Copyright © Siemens AG 2000 All rights reserved The reproduction, transmission or use of this document or its contents is not permitted without express written authority. Offenders will be liable for damages. All rights, including rights created bypatent grant or registration of a utility model or design, are reserved. Siemens AG Bereich Automatisierungs- und Antriebstechnik Geschaeftsgebiet Industrie-Automatisierungssysteme Postfach 4848, D- 90327 Nuernberg Siemens Aktiengesellschaft Disclaimer of Liability We have che#ked the contents of this manual for agreement with the hardware and software described. Since deviations cannot beprecluded entirely, we cannot guarantee full agreement. However, the data in this manual are reviewed regularly and any necessary corrections included in subsequent editions. Suggestions for improvement are welcomed. ©Siemens AG 2000 Technical data subject to change.

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Welcome to STEP 7...
...the SIMATIC standard software for creating programmable logic control programs in Ladder Logic,Function Block Diagram, or Statement List for SIMATIC S7-300/400 stations.

About This Getting Started Manual
In this manual, you will get to know the basics of SIMATIC STEP 7. We will show you the most important screen dialog boxes and the procedures to follow using practical exercises, which are structured so that you can start with almost any chapter. Each section is split into two parts:...