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1. INTRODUCTION VACON-ADP-MCAA communication adapter has two functionalities: 1) It is needed as an adapter between Vacon 10 and the PC cable when Vacon 10 is connected to a computer. 2) The adapter functions also as a parameter memory device that can store param- eter settings from the drive.
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Upload button: Pressing this button uploads the parameter settings from the drive to the adapter. Download button: Pressing this button downloads the parameter settings from the adapter to the drive. Battery cover: Cover for a 9V battery (for future use). 24-hour support +358 (0)201212575 • Email: vacon@vacon.com...
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Communication adapter external parts II: Figure 1.2: Communication adapter external parts II RJ-45 connector: Connector for the PC-cable. Connector for the Vacon 10 Fitting clamps for attaching the adapter to the drive Connector for external power supply (for future use)
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Fault state, communication error between the MCA and the drive. ERROR COMM COMM LED blinks : MCA and the drive are communicating (for example parameter up-/downloading) ERROR Figure 1.3: Functionality of the LED indicators 24-hour support +358 (0)201212575 • Email: vacon@vacon.com...
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• vacon vacon-adp-mcaa adapter 3.2 Connecting Vacon 10 to a PC with the MCAA adapter Make sure that Vacon 10 is powered off. Remove the rubber plug covering the connector port of the drive, see below: Connect the MCAA adapter to the drive, see below: Connect the PC cable to the adapter and to your PC.
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Vacon 10 drive of same power and voltage! Make sure that Vacon 10 is powered off and connect the MCAA adapter to the drive. See steps 1-3 in Chapter 3.2. Power on the drive and press the upload button on the adapter to upload the parameter values from the drive to the adapter.