1、Profibus与PROFINET有什么不同？是否有独立接口？
What is the diFFerence between PROFIBUS and PROFINET? Is there any independent interface?
回答：
PROFIBUS是一种基于通信系统的现场总线。PROFINET是一种基于通信系统的以太网并提供一种较简单的方法将自动控制系统集成在广大的公司IT系统中，如MES（制造执行系统）或ERP（企业资源计划）。
自动控制系统供应商同时为PROFIBUS和PROFINET提供接口。
Answer:
PROFIBUS is a Fieldbus based communication system. PROFINET is an Ethernet based communication system and oFFers an easier way to integrate the Automation systems into the company-wide IT-Systems like MES (Manufacturing Execution Systems) or ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning).
The supplier of Automation systems are offering Interfaces for PROFIBUS as well as for PROFINET.

2、作为设备（即现场仪表仪器）生产商可以通过怎样的开发过程，使设备满足PROFIBUS的总线技术要求？怎样获取相关的技术资料和技术支持！
As the equipment producer (field bus instruments and devices), which approach should we have regarding the development in order for the devices to meet the technical requirements and demands of PROFIBUS? How and where to get the information related and the technical support needed?
回答：
PROFIBUS国际组织已经建立了全球PROFIBUS咨询中心。你可以在www.profibus.com->support->Compentence Centers上找到完整的列表。在北京也成了一家。PROFIBUS咨询中心为设备开发提供支持，熟知PROFIBUS需求，特别是认证程序。
Answer:
PROFIBUS International has established PROFIBUS Competence Centers all over the world. You can find a complete list at www.profibus.com -> support -> Compentence Centers. One is also in Beijing. PROFIBUS Competence Centers offer support for device development and are familiar with the PROFIBUS requirements, especially the certification procedure.

3、若开发了一个PROFIBUS DP从站，有无测试软件？（一致性测试）或测试工具？
If a PROFIBUS DP slave is developed, is there any testing software or testing tools available for consistency?
回答：
PROFIBUS测试实验室已经开发了他们的个人测试软件。请与测试实验室联系。
Answer:
The PROFIBUS test labs have developed their individual test software. Please contact a test lab.

4、GSD文件与DTM的区别在哪？
What’s the difference between GSD and DTM?
回答：
GSD描述了设备的技术参数。它真实地满足了工业需求。DTM更加强大、灵活。它是一种非常好的控制现有系统并之后再次进行分支的方法。
Answer:
GSD describes the technical parameters of a device. It really meets the requirements of the industry. DTM is much more powerful and flexible. It is a very good way to take control over an existing system and afterwards branch back to it again.

5、在实时修改组态时，有何措施保证因修改出错而确保系统不发生致命性损坏？
When the configuration is being modified in the real time during the installation, what step is involved to ensure to keep the fatal damage from occurring as the result of the modifying of the configuration?
回答：
当下载一个新的组态时，每个人都知道自己在做什么。意识到实际过程有几秒不工作。
Answer:
When downloading a new configuration everyone is aware what he’s doing. Be aware that the real process is not working for several seconds.

6、西门子公司为用户从事PROFIBUS主站或从站设计提供有哪些类别的支持芯片？说明一下各类芯片的特点和适应情况。在国内可以何处获取（购买）？
What kind of chips supportive of PROFIBUS Masters or Slaves from Siemens? Please explain in more detail as to the features and the application cases for various kinds of chips. Where can the customer get (purchase) it in China?
回答（西门子）：
购买PROFIBUS ASIC可以与您当地的中国西门子办事处联系。技术问题可通过德国的PROFIBUS支持中心进行解决（email：comdeo@siemens.com）。
Answer by Siemens:
For buying PROFIBUS ASIC’s please go in contact with your local Siemens office in China. Technical questions can be answered by the PROFIBUS Support Center in Germany (email: comdec@siemens.com).

7、目前“楼宇智能化”也是大势所趋，现场总线在这方面的推广应用有无考虑？
“Building Intelligence” is definitely a tendency. Are there any consideration given in this regards towards the promotion of such technology?
回答：
PROFIBUS主要应用于工厂及过程行业。它也可以用于楼宇自动控制。关键问题是该设备最优化楼宇自动控制主要具有的广泛使用这种分支的总线系统的接口（例如欧洲安装总线（EIB），当地运行网络（LON），bacNET）。
Answer:
PROFIBUS is mainly u