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For output devices, provides data status to the slave device. Note that some of the slave devices do not
accept the PA status provided by the master. You must refer to the device specification provided by the
vendor.
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Processes extended diagnostic data from Siemens DP/PA link IM-157 and allows ways to use extended
diagnostic data to set channel statuses and alarm.
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Allows enabling/disabling of alarms per channel based on PA data status.
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