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  ProfiTrace 2 - PROFIBUS Combi-Analyzer on USB  

ProfiCore Ultra is an interface adapter to connect the PC/Laptop with PROFIBUS.Introduction
ProfiTrace 2 is the most powerful analyzer for PROFIBUS networks. It is the latest generation in the line of busmonitor technology because it combines all primary tools in one:
Analyzer, Oscilloscope, Bar graph, Topology Scan and DP-V0/V1 Master.

Technicians can check and troubleshoot the complete PROFIBUS network with 1 software package and 1 piece of hardware. This results in an enormous reduction in equipment, weight, costs and required knowledge. The advanced USB hardware (ProfiCore Ultra) is internally equipped with a high-speed digital oscilloscope and able to capture bus signals running at 12 Mbps.

ProfiTrace is an essential tool for maintenance, commissioning and troubleshooting as well as product development. Typical failures such as noise, reflections, voltage drops, termination problems, double addresses, wire breaks and configuration faults are easily identified. Random errors such as overshoots, error telegrams, repeats and diagnostics can also be captured and logged. The results can also be exported to detailed reports which are accepted by the industry. Predictive maintenance and asset management are now really possible! This outstanding tool that fits in your pocket will boost the capabilities of service, maintenance and engineering technicians.
UPProduct features
Analyzer with powerful statistics
Repeats, Fall-outs, Corrupted messages, Diagnostics, Cycle time, etc.
High-speed digital oscilloscope
Differential voltage, A-line, B-line, Noise, Overshoots, Reflections, Triggers.
Bar graphs
Average, Min. and Max. values of the bus signals per device.
Topology Scan
Automatic generation of the network topology.
Reporting
Automatic generation of detailed reports that are accepted by the industry.
DP-V0/V1 master
ProfiCaptain has been completely integrated with even more features.
ProfiCore Ultra USB interface
Useable on PC platforms, no power supply required and elimination of spur lines.
DP and PA
The PA Probe Ultra enables measurements on PA segments.
9,6 kbps to 12 Mbps.
Works on XP and Vista platforms.
Multi language user interface
English, German, Polish.
 
UPAnalyzer features
Intelligent real-time Live List
• Colourful representation of detected devices.
• Powerful statistics for every error: repeats, station lost, etc.
• Advice & warnings: Ident number mismatch, Watchdog not set, Illegal configuration.
• Last diagnostic, parameter, configuration and data-exchange message.
• GSD file management for product and diagnostic identification.

Intelligent message sampler
• Visualization of FDL, DP, DP-V1, DP-V2, PA and I&M messages.
• Messages can be filtered and stored.
• Data interpretation of bytes, words, floating points, etc.
• Error detection.
• Bookmarks.
ProfiTrace livelist
[enlarge] - Dynamic live list with colour status.

ProfiTrace message recording with retries [enlarge] - Message recording with captured retry messages.
UPScopeWare features (DP)
Oscilloscope function in ProfiTrace 2
[enlarge] - Oscilloscope that displays the electrical signals per device.
• Time scale: 50 ns to 500 ms.
• Voltage scale: 0,5 to 5 V per DIV.
• Cursor measurement lines (voltage and time).
• Differential (B-A) and single ended (A and/or B line) measurements.
• Trigger per device or free running.
• Trigger features: start of response or request message.
UPScopeWare features (PA)
Oscilloscope function in ProfiTrace 2
[enlarge] - Oscilloscope that displays the electrical signals per device.
• All features of ScopeWare DP.
• Max. 33 V DC.
• Max. 1,2 Vtt AC.
• AC and DC can be displayed simultaneously.
• Detects missing termination.
PA Probe Ultra is required.
UPBar graph features
Bargraphs in ProfiTrace
[enlarge] - Bar graph for the average signal quality.

• 2 Selectable modes: Average signal level and minimum difference between 1 and 0.
• Current, Min. and Max. signal level indicator per device.
• Colours state the quality of the signals.
• Continuously updated.
UPTopology Scan
• Automatic generation of the network topology.
• No shutdown required!
• No disturbance in the cycle time!
• Works on 500 kbps and 1,5 Mbps.
• On passive networks in conjunction with ProfiCaptain.
Topology Scan
[enlarge] - Automatic generation of the network topology.
UPReporting
• Generation of detailed network reports.
• Address list with manufacturer information.
• Oscilloscope images of every device.
• Live List, Bar graph and Topology structure.
• Summary of detected errors.
• Standard layout for signatures and approvals.
• Import of company logo.
Click here for a report example.
ProfiTrace Reporting
[enlarge] - Generation of detailed network reports.
UPMaster features
• Complete integration of ProfiCaptain.
• Putting slaves in Data Exchange.
• I/O testing with automatic patterns.
• Automatic detection of existing busparameters.
• Brand new concept of 'stealing' slaves.
• Class 2 functions in a Class 1 framework.
• No shutdowns when updating the configuration.
• Deactivating slaves in the configuration.
Master in ProfiTrace
[enlarge] - Master for I/O testing and network diagnostics.
UPProfiCore Ultra features
ProfiCore Ultra USB InterfacePROFIBUS
• PROFIBUS baudrate max. 12 Mbps.
• Galvanic isolated PROFIBUS interface.
• Latest RS 485 technology.

Oscilloscope
• Frequency: 2 x 192 MHz.
• Bandwidth: 100 MHz.
• Differential measurement: -9 to +9 V.
• Single ended: -4,5 to +8 V.

Others
• High-speed USB 2.0 interface.
• External power supply possible if required.
Products Price
Order code
UPDescription
ProfiCore USB Interface
ProfiTrace 2
1400,-
30020
• ProfiCore Ultra
• USB cable
• ProfiTrace 2.2
(no oscilloscope, bargraph and topology scan function)
- can be upgraded later!
Troubleshooting Toolkit
Troubleshooting
Toolkit Ultra Plus
2500,-
37021
• ProfiCore Ultra
• USB cable
• ProfiTrace 2.2

• ScopeWare
• Bar graph
• Topology Scan
• Reporting
• Tap Connector 2
• Blue carrying case
Troubleshooting Toolkit
Troubleshooting
Toolkit Ultra Pro
3150,-
38022
• ProfiCore Ultra
• USB cable
• ProfiTrace 2.2

• ScopeWare
• Bar graph
• Topology Scan
• Reporting
• Tap Connector 2
• Blue carrying case

PA Probe Ultra
ProfiCaptain 2
Topology Scan License 300,-
26010
License for existing customers.
UPRemarks
Contact us for sales or information or fax-back/email the order form.

Training courses that cover ProfiTrace: 'Certified Engineer', Certified Installer and 'Troubleshooting & Maintenance'.
QuoteHMS Industrial Networks, Sweden
ProfiTrace is a powerful diagnostics tool with a user-friendly interface. We are very satisfied with this product.
QuoteEndress+Hauser
We are using ProfiTrace as the standard tool for PROFIBUS commissioning, validation and troubleshooting activities. All service technicians worldwide have the possibility to be equipped with this powerful tool. The primary reason for this decision is the availability of reliable network statistics, the easy user interface and the physical connection to DP as well as PA.
UPDownloads & Links
Information
Order form
Ordering conditions
Sales & Distribution
FAQ
FREE ProfiTrace training
   
Brochures
Brochure (EN)
Brochure (DE)
   
Downloads
Software
Plugins
License files
 
Technical Documents
User Manual V2.3 (EN)
User Manual V2.2 (DE)
User Manual V1.2 (CZ)
Network report example
   
Training animations
Introduction in ProfiTrace
Live List
Oscilloscope
Reporting
   
Others
Upgrade to ProfiTrace 2
Upgrade to ProfiTrace 2
PBT3 Migration
Bug reporting / Product improvement suggestions
External resources
What can I do with ProfiTrace? - Verwer Consultancy
Busanalysator für Netzwerke(r) empfohlen
PROFIBUS PA Oscilloscope - Control Engineering
ProfiTrace Experts group on LinkedIn



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