Introduction; Purpose Of The Manual; Additional Resources; Product Overview - Danfoss VLT Compact Starter MCD 201 Installation Manual

Introduction

1 Introduction

1.1 Purpose of the Manual

This installation guide provides information for the instal-
lation of the Modbus TCP module for VLT
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MCD 201/MCD 202 and VLT
The installation guide is intended for use by qualified
personnel.
Users are assumed to be familiar with:
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VLT soft starters.
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Ethernet protocols.
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PC or PLC that is used as a master in the system.
Read the instructions before installation and ensure that
the instructions for safe installation are observed.
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VLT is a registered trademark.

1.2 Additional Resources

Resources available for the soft starter and optional
equipment:
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The VLT Compact Starter MCD 200 Operating
Instructions provide the necessary information for
getting the soft starter up and running.
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The VLT Soft Starter MCD 500 Operating Guide
provides the necessary information for getting
the soft starter up and running.
Supplementary publications and manuals are available
from Danfoss. See drives.danfoss.com/knowledge-center/
technical-documentation/ for listings.

1.3 Product Overview

1.3.1 Intended Use
This installation guide relates to Modbus TCP Module for
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VLT soft starters, ordering number 175G9904.
The Modbus TCP Module is intended for use with:
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VLT Compact Starter MCD 201/MCD 202,
24 V AC/V DC and 110/240 V AC control voltage.
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VLT Soft Starter MCD 500, all models.
NOTICE
The Modbus TCP Module is NOT suitable for use with the
MCD 201/MCD 202 compact starters using 380/440 V AC
control voltage.
The Modbus TCP Module allows a Danfoss soft starter to
connect to an Ethernet network and be controlled or
monitored using an Ethernet communication model.
MG17N102
Installation Guide
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Compact Starter
Soft Starter MCD 500.
Danfoss A/S © 10/2017 All rights reserved.
Familiarity with Ethernet protocols and networks is
required to operate the device successfully. If there are
difficulties when using this device with third-party
products, including PLCs, scanners, and commissioning
tools, contact the relevant supplier.

1.4 Approvals and Certifications

More approvals and certifications are available. For more
information, contact a local Danfoss partner.

1.5 Disposal

Do not dispose of equipment containing
electrical components together with
domestic waste.
Collect it separately in accordance with
local and currently valid legislation.
1.6 Symbols, Abbreviations, and
Conventions
Abbreviation Definition
DHCP Dynamic host configuration protocol
EMC Electromagnetic compatibility
IP Internet protocol
LCP Local control panel
LED Light-emitting diode
LOP Local operation panel
PC Personal computer
PLC Programmable logic controller
Table 1.1 Symbols and Abbreviations
Conventions
Numbered lists indicate procedures.
Bullet lists indicate other information and description of
illustrations.
Italicized text indicates:
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Cross-reference.
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Link.
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Parameter name.
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Parameter group name.
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Parameter option.
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