SIMOTION SCOUT is a Windows program that offers you tools for interacting with motion control equipment made by Siemens. Graphics editors for path planning and optimization are available. Please note that SIMOTION SCOUT is a paid solution. There is no free trial version.

System configuration

Users can seamlessly integrate various models of SINAMICS drives into the workflow for unified control. Supported development environments include classic SIMOTION platforms and the TIA portal.

Like in TwinCAT, it is possible to create new libraries for custom hardware configurations. You are able to define motion actions in the embedded Structured Text editor. Moreover, there is an option to debug and optimize resulting scripts with online monitoring instruments.

Diagnostics and troubleshooting

The utility lets users access real time drive and motor telemetry. This is helpful for improving the overall performance and identifying potential bottlenecks. Additionally, tools for analyzing system behavior by tracing component interactions are provided. There is a comprehensive error message database with detailed troubleshooting instructions for each situation as well.

Features

requires a license to download and use;
intended for configuring and commissioning motion control systems from Siemens;
it is possible to manually define device movements for precise adjustments;
you can trace component interactions to resolve potential technical issues;
compatible with modern versions of Windows.