how to connect omron vision camera fh l550 with Siemnes softPLC (IPC)

[stmohobb]

i want to connect omron vision controller fh l550 with Soft PLC (IPC) from Siemens  through Ethernet or  RS232c interfaces, should i use a unit for the communication or can i directly

connect the Omron Controller with IPC ? 

the IPC is connected with other devices via profibus .

[Crossbow]

Connect for what?  Data collection?  Pass/fail results?  Measurement data?  Trigger?

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The FH can provide information over EtherNet.  I've seen it done with EtherCAT or EtherNet/IP.  Not sure about Siemens Ethernet protocols though...