Field devices can be integrated into Freelance in different ways:
- via tested and certified DTMs from ABB
- via DTMs provided by the device manufacturer
- via GSDs provided by the device manufacturer
- via so-called Templates that are based on GSDs. You can create your own templates that can help you to save engineering work.
Following components are provided with the installation of Freelance:
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S700 I/O templates
- S700 I/O GSDs
- S800 and S900 I/O DTMs
A number of ABB and third party devices are proven as interoperable with Freelance. The list of certified devices is continuously maintained and enhanced by the ABB Device Integration Center (DIC).