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Accessing Official PCS 7 Sample Projects, Compendium Architectures, and Demo Templates

Accessing Official PCS 7 Sample Projects, Compendium Architectures, and Demo Templates

The multiproject 'Comp_MP' referenced in PCS 7 Compendium Part A is an architectural reference blueprint built step-by-step in the documentation, not a pre-packaged downloadable file. To access official, pre-configured Siemens PCS 7 sample projects, open SIMATIC Manager and select 'File > Open > Sample Projects' to access installed baseline templates (e.g. 'ZEn01_01_PCS7_OS'). For complete end-to-end multi-project templates with automation controllers, redundant OS servers, and master data libraries, download the official 'PCS 7 Getting Started' sample projects (Part 1 and Part 2) directly from Siemens Industry Online Support (SIOS).

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Executive Summary

Engineers initiating new plant engineering or standardizing automation architectures in SIMATIC PCS 7 (V8.0 through V9.1) frequently consult official guidelines such as PCS 7 Compendium Part A - Configuration Guidelines. Section 5.3 describes a comprehensive reference multiproject structure designated as Comp_MP (consisting of fault-tolerant AS 01_PLANT_A, standard AS 02_PLANT_B, Engineering Station 25_ES, Redundant OS 20_OS, Client station 21_CL, and Master Data Library Comp_Lib). Engineers frequently search in vain for a Comp_MP.zip download. This article clarifies the relationship between the Compendium blueprint, installed STEP 7 sample projects, and downloadable SIOS application examples.

Architecture and Fundamental Mechanics

Architectural Anatomy of Reference Multiprojects in SIMATIC PCS 7:

  • The Compendium 'Comp_MP' Blueprint Structure:
  • Comp_MP is designed by Siemens Process Automation as the benchmark reference architecture for enterprise DCS engineering.

  • It is partitioned into modular sub-projects to optimize multi-user engineering, distributed archiving, and network isolation:

    • 01_PLANT_A: Dedicated sub-project containing fault-tolerant automation stations (S7-400H / CPU 410-5H) controlling safety-critical or continuous unit operations.
    • 02_PLANT_B: Sub-project containing standard, non-redundant automation stations for utilities or secondary processing.
    • 25_ES: Sub-project representing the primary and secondary Engineering Stations.
    • 20_OS: Sub-project hosting the redundant OS Server pair (WinCC Appl. and WinCC Appl. (Stby.)) and engineering master client.
    • 21_CL: Sub-project managing replicated client stations (Ref. Client / WinCC Appl. Client).
    • Comp_Lib: The Master Data Library containing customized Control Module Types (CMT), Equipment Phases (SFC Types), and validated block types.

  • Installed Sample Projects vs SIOS Application Examples:

  • Installed Sample Projects (C:\Program Files (x86)\Siemens\Step7\Examples):
    • Provided automatically with STEP 7 / PCS 7 DVD installations.
    • Include unit-level demonstration projects: ZEn01_01_PCS7_OS (OS features), ZEn02_01_PCS7_APL (APL block usage), and ZEn32_01_FSystem_FProj (S7 F-Systems safety demo).
  • Downloadable SIOS Getting Started & Industry Demos:
    • Siemens publishes fully archived, ready-to-retrieve multiprojects accompanying the PCS 7 Getting Started Tutorial (chemical color mixing reactor).
    • Industry-specific demo packages are available for Water/Wastewater, Chemicals, and Brewing.

Step-by-Step Implementation Procedure

Step-by-Step Procedure to Access and Retrieve Official PCS 7 Sample Projects:

  1. Access Installed Sample Projects in SIMATIC Manager:
    - Launch SIMATIC Manager.
    - Select menu File -> Open....
    - In the Open Project dialog, click the Sample Projects tab.
    - Browse the list of installed sample projects (e.g. ZEn02_01_PCS7_APL).
    - Select the project and click OK to open a read-only instance, or use 'Save As' to create an editable copy.
  2. Download PCS 7 Getting Started Sample Multiproject from SIOS:
    - Navigate to Siemens Industry Online Support (SIOS).
    - Search for SIMATIC PCS 7 Getting Started - Part 1 and Part 2 (Entry ID 109780813 or matching target PCS 7 version).
    - Locate the zip archive attachment (e.g. PCS7_V90_GettingStarted.zip).
    - Download the archive to a local engineering drive.
  3. Retrieve Downloaded Project in SIMATIC Manager:
    - In SIMATIC Manager, select menu File -> Retrieve....
    - Browse to the downloaded .zip file.
    - Select destination directory (e.g. D:\SIEMENS_PROJECTS\Tutorial_Plant).
    - Allow SIMATIC Manager to decompress files and register the SQL database instances.
  4. Construct the Compendium Multiproject Architecture (Comp_MP):
    - If constructing an enterprise architecture matching Compendium Part A, select File -> 'New...' -> Multiproject.
    - Create sub-projects for AS stations, OS servers, OS clients, and the Master Data Library.
    - Cross-link sub-projects into the central multiproject container.

Verification

Verification Procedure:
1. Multiproject Integrity Check: Open the retrieved sample project in SIMATIC Manager. Expand the tree; confirm all AS controllers, CFC charts, and WinCC OS projects open without missing block library warnings.
2. S7-PLCSIM Simulation Test: Open S7-PLCSIM; download the sample AS program. Confirm that the simulated controller transitions to RUN mode.
3. OS Simulation Verification: Open the sample OS project in WinCC Explorer; click 'Activate Runtime'. Verify that process pictures, faceplates, and alarm logging function cleanly.

Limitations and Operational Precautions

Operational Precautions and Multi-Project Constraints:
- Version Specificity: Sample projects created in older PCS 7 versions (e.g. V7.1 or V8.0) require database reorganization and library migration before opening in PCS 7 V9.0 or V9.1.
- Licensing Requirements: Running sample projects with live controllers or full WinCC client-server configurations requires valid engineering and runtime licenses matching the installed software.
- Do not deploy sample projects directly into commercial plant production without completing site-specific risk assessments, I/O verification, and safety validation.

Engineer FAQ

Where can I download the exact 'Comp_MP' project from PCS 7 Compendium?

The 'Comp_MP' project is an engineering blueprint designed to be built step-by-step following the instructions in Compendium Part A; it is not distributed as a standalone pre-compiled download.

Where are the built-in STEP 7 sample projects located on disk?

They are located in C:\Program Files (x86)\Siemens\Step7\Examples and accessible via 'File > Open > Sample Projects'.

What is the purpose of a Master Data Library in a multiproject?

The Master Data Library centralizes approved block types, Control Module Types (CMT), and SFC Types to ensure standard, uniform code across all sub-projects.

Which tutorial project is best for learning PCS 7 APL programming?

The 'PCS 7 Getting Started' sample project (Parts 1 & 2) provides a complete, working tutorial plant with reactor mixing and distillation logic.

Can I run sample projects in simulation without physical PLC hardware?

Yes, all standard PCS 7 sample projects can be simulated on an engineering station using S7-PLCSIM and WinCC OS Simulation.

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  • Compendium Part A
  • Sample Projects
  • Comp_MP
  • Getting Started
  • Master Data Library
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