Webinar_Question wrote: ↑08 Jul 2026, 15:05 Do PITL's already have the capability to certify a device to PN V2.5? If not, when can we expect this?

The first certifications should be possible in September 2026 with the release of Test Bundle V2.50.

Webinar_Question wrote: ↑30 Jun 2026, 13:07 Is there a dedicated contact point for questions, issue reporting, or bug notifications related to the ART Tester?

Yes. For any questions, technical issues, or bug reports regarding the ART Tester, please contact the PROFINET Test System Support team at [email protected].

Will an automated tool be available to upgrade existing GSDML files to Version 2.50?


Yes. An upgrade tool will be provided to support the migration of existing GSDML files to Version 2.50. For the first time, this functionality will be integrated directly into the GSD Editor, eliminating the ...

Have there been any changes to the Netload test specifications between versions 2.46 and 2.50? Were any tests added or modified?

If I run the V2.46 tests on the legacy Ubuntu-based system, are the results still comparable to those obtained on the new ETS-IPC platform (for 100 Mbit testing only ...

What is the expected timeframe for certifying newly developed or updated PROFINET products using PN Version 2.46, and how does this differ from the renewal of certificates for existing, unchanged products?


Renewing or prolonging certificates is possible as long as the product continues to be ...

Are there any plans to enhance the tools to better support Continuous Integration (CI) pipelines?

In particular, I am interested in command-line execution, configuration via scripts, and the elimination of interactive pop-ups. These capabilities would enable companies to integrate the test tools ...

When will the qualification/evaluation tool for alternative PC platforms be available?


The qualification/evaluation tool for alternative PC platforms is currently under development. A first version is planned to be released as part of the upcoming Summer Release of the Test Bundle V2.50. This ...

Is it possible to integrate the new Netload System into a Continuous Integration (CI) pipeline?
Is there a way to automate the execution of these tests from an external application?


Yes. An AutomatedRtTesterCLI version is available and has been specifically designed for automated test ...

Hello,

The GSDML file for the product we are developing is failing the check performed by the PROFINET GSD Editor V2.46. Checker complains about the attribute "AdjustSupported" when set to false (lines 85 and 90).

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However, even with this issue in the GSDML, the relevant test run by ...

Hello. The question is as per subject.
Thanks for the confirmation.
I understand that, of course, TMDX654IDKEVM cannot support 1G or 10G, and cannot support IRT test nor netload test.


Hello,
PITL's must use the new IPC instead if the TI IDK, but the Test Bundle V2.50 will contain FW-Images for ...

Hello,

I am currently testing our PROFINET IO Controller using the interoperability test cases from the certification process.

In the list of devices we must support, there is a SINAMICS CU310-2 PN.

I have this device available, but I am struggling to configure it correctly for use with a non ...

Can a controller be setup to RejectDCPSet, but not be a Security Class 1 device?
Meaning not support CIMSNMPAdjustByIOCARSupported\CIMSNMPAdjustByCIMARSupported, EngineeringSupportsGSDX, or SNMPoffDeliveryStatus.


Hi, I am not quite sure what you mean. A controller itself is allowed to reject ...

Hello,

I've noticed a simple issue in the ART 2.46.0. After running the tests, when I press the button to print the Certification Report, fields in the General Information, right in the cover page, are not being filled up.

Anybody else?

Best Regards,
Luciano.


Hello,
we cannot reproduce your ...

Hi everybody,
I'm new to profibus and also to the "Automated RT Tester" which we are using in version 2.46.0.205.
One of our certification tests fails without detailing the reason.
I'm running the "MRP Setup - MRP Interop - Client (CLRPC)" test and the test fails with this message.

Test Execution ...

Thank you for your assistance.

Our company has already applied for testing.
We are currently developing PROFINET IRT-compatible (Encoder Profile compatible) devices.
We have obtained all the test equipment specified in the PROFINET certification test specifications and are currently in the ...

Hello,

Just upgraded my ETS system to the latest version, V2.46. Noticed there's a new test case, called "Read out Information (CLRPC)".

To validate the installation, run it with my dut previously approved by 2.45. All test cases were cleared, except this new one.

Based on the description ...

Thank you for your assistance.

Our company has already applied for testing.
We are currently developing PROFINET IRT-compatible (Encoder Profile compatible) devices.
We have obtained all the test equipment specified in the PROFINET certification test specifications and are currently in the ...

Thank you for your help.

I'm currently designing and debugging a device that supports the Encoder Profile.
I'm trying to verify it using a certification test tool.

One of the certification test tools is called "Automated RT-Tester."
Can this tester be used to test devices that support the ...

Hello PI Forum colleagues:

I am at a loss in the interpretation of this clause. Since in the future compliance with this clause may be added to the ART as per post https://forum.profinet.com/viewtopic.php?t=1260&sid=1926d17fe37e97e6c7845a4f115f8ef5 ( Is there a test case that enforces 4.3.1.4.21 ...

Hello Alfredo,

you found an inconsistency between the Protocol and Service Specification. As the PROFINET Specifications are currently in PI review phase, I would kindly ask you to directly submit a change request.
Many thanks.

Best regards,
Raik

Hello Raik. Thanks so much for your prompt ...

Hello Test & Certification colleagues. As always, I am so grateful for your support.

I have this one question, and forgive my lack of understanding of the specification. I am testing a device that DOES NOT allow setting of Name Of Station value of "port-000" through DCP client such as Proneta or ...

Is it mandatory to have a PROFINET certification for e.g. switches, Wi-Fi /radio components when used in PROFINET environments?


The PROFINET certification is mandatory for all PROFINET products having a PROFINET instance integrated and thus having a PROFINET device ID and vendor ID. Unmanaged ...

Do I need to get a new PROFINET certificate for every software update/ PCB revision?


Please have a look in the "How to get a PROFINET certificate" document. There are some examples, in which cases you need to do retests during the lifecycle of your product. You can find the document here: https ...

Does the PROFIdrive Profile Tester support other versions then Tia v19 in near future? When would it be available.


With the next version of PROFIdrive Profile Tester 6.1 we want to add the TIA V20 support. The timeline for that is not fixed so far, most probably by end of 2025 or beginning of ...

Is it necessary to get a Profinet certification if we use a hardware Chip like the one from Hilscher designed on our Controller Board?


Yes, it is! The solution is "only" pre-certified confirmed by a so called Technology certificate. The final product using this solution must be tested and a ...

With Security Class 1, digitally signed GSDs (GSDX) are mandatory. Will those be tested as a part of PROFINET conformance tests?


Yes, the GSDX file shall be delivered to the PI testlab for evaluation latest after finishing all other tests. The lab will verify that the GSDX file contains the ...

What is DCP?


DCP is a PROFINET specific protocol providing device discovery and configuration (e. g. assigning the device name and IP configuration).This means Discovery and Configuration Protocol. It is used to set the IP address, NameOfStation or to Identify devices in the network. It is also ...

After setting up a new project within Automated RT Tester, how is determined, which testcases you have to execute on a specific DUT?


Just select all test cases and run them. If a feature is optional and not implemented, the corresponding test cases will be skipped automatically. The decisions ...

Will the NETLOAD tests (100 MBit/s) integrated into the Automated RT Tester based on ETS in the next test bundle(s)? What about SPIRTA tests?


Yes, currently we are working on the migration of the netload tests to ETS. The first version (normal netload scenarios) is already part of the latest ...

Hello:

The IRT test setup specifies SIEMENS CP1616, MLFB 6GK1161-6AA02 (PCI) device.
But because it is currently very difficult to find computers with PCI slots, I am wondering whether 6GK1162-3AA00 (PCI express) can be used or not for this test.
https://sieportal.siemens.com/en-ww/products ...