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  • Page 1 User Manual PowerFlex 20-COMM-L LonWorks Adapter FRN 1.xxx...
  • Page 2 If this equipment is used in a manner not specified by the manufacturer, the protection provided by the equipment may be impaired. In no event will Rockwell Automation, Inc. be responsible or liable for indirect or consequential damages resulting from the use or application of this equipment.
  • Page 3 Summary of Changes The information below summarizes the changes made to this manual since its last release (January 2003): Description of Changes Page Reformatted document from half size (5.5 x 8.5 in.) to full size (8.5 x 11 in.). Throughout manual Revised Figures 2.2 and 2.3 to show PowerFlex 700H and PowerFlex 700S Frames 9 and larger.
  • Page 4 soc-ii Summary of Changes 20-COMM-L LonWorks Adapter User Manual Publication 20COMM-UM008B-EN-P...

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

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  • Page 6 Table of Contents Appendix A Specifications Communications ............A-1 Electrical .

  • Page 7: Preface

    About This Manual Topic Page Related Documentation Rockwell Automation Support Conventions Used in This Manual This manual provides information about the adapter and using it with PowerFlex 7-Class (Architecture-Class) drives. The adapter can be used with other products that support a DPI™ adapter. See the documentation for your product for specific information about how it works with the adapter.

  • Page 8: Rockwell Automation Support

    About This Manual Rockwell Automation Rockwell Automation offers support services worldwide, with over 75 sales and support offices, over 500 authorized distributors, and over 250 Support authorized systems integrators located throughout the United States alone. In addition, Rockwell Automation representatives are in every major country in the world.
  • Page 9 To order paper copies of technical documentation, contact your local Rockwell Automation distributor or sales representative. To find your local Rockwell Automation distributor or sales representative, visit http://www.rockwellautomation.com/locations. For information such as firmware updates or answers to drive-related questions, go to the Drives Service & Support website at http:// www.ab.com/support/abdrives...
  • Page 10 About This Manual Notes: 20-COMM-L LonWorks Adapter User Manual Publication 20COMM-UM008B-EN-P...

  • Page 11: Components

    Chapter Getting Started The adapter is intended for installation into a PowerFlex 7-Class drive and is used for network communication. When used with PowerFlex 750-Series drives, the 20-COMM-L adapter must have firmware revision 1.007 or later, and must be installed using the 20-750-20COMM or 20-750-20COMM-F1 Communication Carrier Card.

  • Page 12: Features

    Getting Started Features The features of the adapter include the following: • Typical mounting in a PowerFlex 7-Class drive. • Captive screws to secure and ground the adapter to the drive. • Compatibility with various configuration tools to configure the adapter and connected host drive, including the following tools: –...

  • Page 13: Compatible Products

    Getting Started Compatible Products At the time of publication, the adapter is compatible with the following products: • PowerFlex 70 drives with standard or enhanced control • PowerFlex 750-Series drives • PowerFlex 700 drives with standard or vector control • PowerFlex Digital DC drives •...
  • Page 14 Getting Started User-Supplied Equipment To install and configure the adapter, you must supply the following: A small flathead screwdriver Network-specific cable to connect the adapter to the network. See the network-specific documentation for the cable recommendations and requirements. Drive and adapter configuration tool, such as the following: –...

  • Page 15: Safety Precautions

    Getting Started Safety Precautions Please read the following safety precautions carefully. ATTENTION: Risk of injury or death exists. The PowerFlex drive can contain high voltages that can cause injury or death. Remove all power from the PowerFlex drive, and then verify power has been discharged before installing or removing an adapter.

  • Page 16: Quick Start

    There are many variables and requirements with any application. Rockwell Automation does not assume responsibility or liability (to include intellectual property liability) for actual use of the examples shown in this publication.

  • Page 17: Chapter 2 Installing The Adapter

    Chapter Installing the Adapter This chapter provides instructions for installing the adapter in a PowerFlex 7-Class drive. Topic Page Preparing for an Installation Connecting the Adapter to the Drive Connecting the Adapter to the Network Applying Power Preparing for an Installation Before installing the adapter, verify that you have all required equipment.
  • Page 18 Installing the Adapter Important: Tighten all screws to properly ground the adapter. Recommended torque is 0.9 N•m (8.0 lb•in). Figure 2.1 DPI Ports and Internal Interface Cables 20-COMM-L Adapter PowerFlex 70 - All Frames PowerFlex 700 Frames 0 and 1 PowerFlex 700 Frames 2 and Larger PowerFlex 700S Frames 0 and 1 PowerFlex 700S Frames 2 through 6...
  • Page 19 Installing the Adapter Figure 2.2 Mounting and Grounding the Adapter Drive 0.9 N•m (8.0 lb•in) Adapter 4 Places Internal Interface Cable folded behind the adapter and in front of the drive. Ground Tab Detail PowerFlex 70 - All Frame Sizes (Adapter mounts in drive.) 0.9 N•m (8.0 lb•in)

  • Page 20: Connecting The Adapter To The Network

    Installing the Adapter Connecting the Adapter to ATTENTION: Risk of injury or death exists. The PowerFlex the Network drive can contain high voltages that can cause injury or death. Remove power from the drive, and then verify power has been discharged before installing or removing the adapter.

  • Page 21: Applying Power

    Installing the Adapter Applying Power ATTENTION: Risk of equipment damage, injury, or death exists. Unpredictable operation can occur if you fail to verify that parameter settings are compatible with your application. Verify that settings are compatible with your application before applying power to the drive.
  • Page 22 Installing the Adapter Table 2.A Drive and Adapter Start-Up Status Indications Item Name Color State Description Drive STS Indicator Green Flashing Drive ready but not running, and no faults are present. (Status) Steady Drive running, no faults are present. Yellow Flashing, An inhibit condition exists –...
  • Page 23 Installing the Adapter 3. Verify that drive Parameter 213 - [Speed Ref Source] is reporting that the source of the Reference to the drive is ‘22’ (DPI Port 5). This ensures that any Reference commanded from the network can be monitored by using drive Parameter 002 - [Commanded Speed].
  • Page 24 Installing the Adapter Notes: 20-COMM-L LonWorks Adapter User Manual Publication 20COMM-UM008B-EN-P...

  • Page 25: Chapter 3 Configuring The Adapter

    Chapter Configuring the Adapter This chapter provides instructions and information for setting the parameters to configure the adapter. Topic Page Configuration Tools Using the PowerFlex 7-Class HIM to Access Parameters Setting the I/O Configuration Setting a Communication Fault Action Setting an Idle Fault Action Resetting the Adapter Viewing the Adapter Status Using Parameters Updating the Adapter Firmware...
  • Page 26 Configuring the Adapter Using the PowerFlex 7-Class If your drive has either an LED or LCD HIM (Human Interface Module), it can be used to access parameters in the adapter as shown below. We HIM to Access Parameters recommend that you read through the steps for your HIM before performing the sequence.

  • Page 27: Setting The I/O Configuration

    Configuring the Adapter Setting the I/O The I/O configuration determines the data that is sent to and from the drive. Logic Command/Status, Reference/Feedback, and Datalinks may be Configuration enabled or disabled. (Datalinks allow you to read/write directly to parameters in the drive using implicit I/O.) A ‘1’ enables the I/O and a ‘0’ disables the I/O.

  • Page 28: Setting A Communication Fault Action

    Configuring the Adapter Setting a Communication By default, when I/O communication is disrupted (for example, a cable is disconnected), the drive responds by faulting if it is using I/O from the Fault Action network. You can configure a different response to the disrupted I/O communication by using Parameter 6 - [Comm Flt Action].

  • Page 29: Setting An Idle Fault Action

    Configuring the Adapter Default = 120.0 s Port 5 Device 20-COMM-L Parameter #: 07 RcvHrtBeat Time 120.0 0 <> 3276.7 Changes to these parameters take effect immediately. A reset is not required. Setting the Fault Configuration Parameters When setting Parameter 6 - [Comm Flt Action] or 8 - [Idle Flt Action] to ‘Send Flt Cfg’, the values in the following parameters are sent to the drive after an I/O communication fault and/or idle fault occurs.

  • Page 30: Resetting The Adapter

    Configuring the Adapter Setting the Fault Configuration Parameters Setting the Fault Configuration Parameters on page 3-5 for details, which apply to both Parameter 6 - [Comm Flt Action] and Parameter 8 - [Idle Flt Action]. Resetting the Adapter Changes to some adapter parameters require that you reset the adapter before the new settings take effect.

  • Page 31: Updating The Adapter Firmware

    Configuring the Adapter Updating the Adapter The adapter firmware can be updated over the network or serially through a direct connection from a computer to the drive using a 1203-USB or Firmware 1203-SSS serial converter. When updating firmware over the network, you can use the Allen-Bradley ControlFLASH software tool, the built-in update capability of DriveExplorer Lite or Full software, or the built-in update capability of DriveExecutive software.
  • Page 32 Configuring the Adapter Notes: 20-COMM-L LonWorks Adapter User Manual Publication 20COMM-UM008B-EN-P...

  • Page 33: Overview Of Lonworks Functionality

    Chapter Configuring the LonWorks Network This chapter provides information about configuring network variables to access a PowerFlex 7-Class drive over a LonWorks network. Topic Page Overview of LonWorks Functionality Operating the Drive Using a LonMark Profile Node Operations Network Variable Inputs (NVIs) Network Variable Outputs (NVOs) Network Configuration Inputs (NCIs) 4-13...

  • Page 34: Operating The Drive Using A Lonmark Profile

    Configuring the LonWorks Network Operating the Drive Using a A LonMark profile defines the functional profile for a node communicating with other nodes. The profile specifies which SNVTs (Standard Network LonMark Profile Variable Types) and SCPTs (Standard Configuration Property Types) are used, and provides a semantic meaning about the information being communicated.
  • Page 35 Configuring the LonWorks Network Figure 4.2 Drive Object Variable Speed Motor Drive: 6010 Mandatory nviDrvSpeedStpt nvoDrvSpeed Network nv 1 nv 3 SNVT_switch SNVT_lev_percent Variables nvoDrvCurnt nv 4 SNVT_amp nvoDrvVolt Optional nv 5 SNVT_volt nviDrvSpeedScale Network nv 2 SNVT_lev_percent nvoDrvPwr Variables nv 6 SNVT_power_kilo nvoDrvRunHours...

  • Page 36: Node Operations

    Configuring the LonWorks Network Node Operations The following sections describe the basics of node operation. WINK (What is a WINK?) WINK is a network command that verifies communication with a node. The NET A status indicator flashes to indicate that a WINK was received. This LED flashes red according to the following sequence: •...

  • Page 37: Network Variable Inputs (Nvis)

    Configuring the LonWorks Network Network Variable Inputs This section provides descriptions of the Network Variable Inputs. (NVIs) Node Object Request Variable: nviObjRequest Format: SNVT_obj_request Explanation: This input enables control commands and updates from the network to specific objects in the node. The identification number for the node is 0 and for the drive object is 1.
  • Page 38 Configuring the LonWorks Network Drive Speed Setpoint Variable: nviDrvSpeedStpt Format: SNVT_switch Explanation: This network variable input provides a speed reference setpoint. When nviDrvSpeedStpt.state is set to zero, the drive is stopped. Valid Range: State Value Requested Speed STOPPED 0.5…100.0% 0.5…100.0% 100.0% 100.0% 0xFF...
  • Page 39 Configuring the LonWorks Network Module Configuration Variable: nviNV_config Format: UNVT_DPI_CONFIG Explanation: This network variable input provides information on how parameters should be mapped to network variables. The NVI contains two fields: • NV_index • DPI_parameter To check an already existing configuration, use the following procedures: A.
  • Page 40 Configuring the LonWorks Network Default Value: This configuration is the default for PowerFlex 70/700 drives. For other drives, the defaults are 0 and need to be configured prior to network commissioning. A value of 0 means the variable is disabled and cannot be used to send/receive data.

  • Page 41: Network Variable Outputs (Nvos)

    Configuring the LonWorks Network Network Variable Outputs This section describes the network variable outputs. No output values are sent over the network, unless they have changed (except nvoDrvSpeed, (NVOs) which is sent for the heartbeat functionality, and nvoObjStatus, if update status is requested).
  • Page 42 4-10 Configuring the LonWorks Network Drive Speed Variable: nvoDrvSpeed Format: SNVT_level_percent Explanation: This network variable output provides the speed of the drive as a percentage of the nominal speed. This network variable output is also used as a heartbeat to monitor the health of the LonWorks communication interface. Default PowerFlex 70/700 Drive Parameter Mapping: Parameter 1 - [Output Freq] This can be mapped using the nviNV_config variable.
  • Page 43 Configuring the LonWorks Network 4-11 Output Frequency Variable: nvoDrvFreqAct Format: SNVT_freq_hz Explanation: This network variable output provides the drive output frequency in Hz. This value is always positive. It does not indicate the forward/reverse direction of motor revolution. Default PowerFlex 70/700 Drive Parameter Mapping: Parameter 1 - [Output Freq] This can be mapped using the nviNV_config variable or adapter Parameter 28 - [DrvFreqActParam].
  • Page 44 4-12 Configuring the LonWorks Network Datalink Outs Variable: nvoDatalinkA1 nvoDatalinkA2 nvoDatalinkB1 nvoDatalinkB2 nvoDatalinkC1 nvoDatalinkC2 nvoDatalinkD1 nvoDatalinkD2 Format: UNVT_DATALINK Explanation: These network variable outputs are used for generic parameter inputs by way of Datalink Outs. To set up a Datalink, configure the adapter according to the drive manual.

  • Page 45: Network Configuration Inputs (Ncis)

    Configuring the LonWorks Network 4-13 Network Configuration The values of the NCIs change when written to and keep their values after a power cycle. Inputs (NCIs) All NCIs, with a corresponding parameter in the drive, are read from the drive after reset and when going from offline to online. When the parameter is updated from the network, it is written to the drive.
  • Page 46 4-14 Configuring the LonWorks Network Minimum Send Time NCI: nciMinOutTm Format: SNVT_time_sec Explanation: This network configuration input specifies the minimum period of time that expires before the network variable outputs can be re-sent. All variables are updated if they changed at each period end. This can help to limit the use of bandwidth on the LonWorks network.
  • Page 47 Configuring the LonWorks Network 4-15 Minimal Speed NCI: nciMinSpeed Format: SNVT_lev_percent Explanation: This network configuration input specifies the minimum speed of the motor. Its value is entered as a percentage of nominal frequency as defined by the Nominal frequency (nciNmlFreq) configuration value. For example, if nciNmlFreq = 50 Hz.
  • Page 48 4-16 Configuring the LonWorks Network Ramp Up Time NCI: nciRampUpTm Format: SNVT_time_sec Explanation: This network configuration input sets the acceleration time. The value specifies the length of time it will take to bring the inverter from stop to maximum frequency. Default Value: 10.0 seconds Default PowerFlex 70/700 Drive Parameter Mapping: Parameter 140 - [Accel Time]...
  • Page 49 Configuring the LonWorks Network 4-17 Generic Parameter Read Address NCI: nciParRdAdr Format: SNVT_count Explanation: This network configuration input is used to read any parameter in the drive. The data is read via the nvoGenData output. Default Value: 0 (Not used) Valid Range: Any valid drive parameter.

  • Page 50: Conditions Required For Operation

    4-18 Configuring the LonWorks Network Conditions Required for This section describes what conditions are required for performing some common actions and how the combination of SNVTs and SCPTs affects the Operation operation of the drive. Starting the Drive The drive will RUN if nviDrvSpeedStpt.state is TRUE. Stopping the Drive The drive stops using the default stop mode if NviSpeedStpt.state is set to ‘0’...

  • Page 51: Resource Files

    Configuring the LonWorks Network 4-19 Error Handling If nciRcvHrtBt is larger than zero, and heartbeats are not received within the nciRcvHrtBt time, then communication with the LonWorks network is considered down. The adapter response to loss of communication depends on the setting of adapter Parameter 6 - [Comm Flt Action]. Chapter Troubleshooting for more information on potential problems...
  • Page 52 4-20 Configuring the LonWorks Network Notes: 20-COMM-L LonWorks Adapter User Manual Publication 20COMM-UM008B-EN-P...

  • Page 53: Chapter 5 Troubleshooting

    Chapter Troubleshooting This chapter provides information for diagnosing and troubleshooting potential problems with the adapter and network. Topic Page Understanding the Status Indicators PORT Status Indicator MOD Status Indicator NET A Status Indicator (Service Indicator) Viewing and Clearing Adapter Diagnostic Items Viewing and Clearing Events Understanding the Status The adapter has three status indicators.

  • Page 54: Port Status Indicator

    Troubleshooting PORT Status Indicator This red/green bicolor LED indicates the status of the adapter’s connection to the drive as shown in the table below. Status Cause Corrective Action The adapter is not powered or is not properly • Securely connect the adapter to the drive using the Internal connected to the drive.

  • Page 55: Net A Status Indicator (Service Indicator)

    Viewing and Clearing If you encounter unexpected communications problems, the adapter diagnostic items can help you or Rockwell Automation personnel Adapter Diagnostic Items troubleshoot the problem. Adapter diagnostic items can be viewed with any of these drive configuration tools: •...
  • Page 56 Troubleshooting Table 5.A Adapter Diagnostic Items Name Description Common Logic Cmd The present value of the Common Logic Command being transmitted to the drive by this adapter. Product Logic Cmd The present value of the Product Logic Command being transmitted to the drive by this adapter. Reference The present value of the Reference being transmitted to the drive by this adapter.

  • Page 57: Viewing And Clearing Events

    Troubleshooting Viewing and Clearing The adapter has an event queue to record significant events that occur in the operation of the adapter. When such an event occurs, an entry is put into the Events event queue. You can view the event queue with any of these drive configuration tools: •...
  • Page 58 Troubleshooting Events Many events in the event queue occur under normal operation. If you encounter unexpected communications problems, the events may help you or Allen-Bradley personnel troubleshoot the problem. The following events may appear in the event queue. Table 5.B Adapter Events Code Event Description No Event...

  • Page 59: Appendix A Specifications

    Appendix Specifications This appendix presents the specifications for the adapter. Topic Page Communications Electrical Mechanical Environmental Regulatory Compliance Communications Network Protocol LonWorks Data Rate 78 kbps Drive Protocol Data Rates 125 kbps or 500 kbps Electrical Consumption Drive 200 mA at 5V DC supplied by the host drive Network None Mechanical...

  • Page 60: Regulatory Compliance

    Specifications Regulatory Compliance Certification Specification UL508C CAN / CSA C22.2 No. 14-M91 EN50178 and EN61800-3 CTick EN61800-3 NOTE: This is a product of category C2 according to IEC 61800-3. In a domestic environment this product may cause radio interference in which case supplementary mitigation measures may be required.

  • Page 61: Appendix B Adapter Parameters

    Appendix Adapter Parameters Appendix B provides information about the adapter parameters. Topic Page About Parameter Numbers Parameter List About Parameter Numbers The parameters in the adapter are numbered consecutively. Configuration Tool Numbering Scheme • HIM The adapter parameters begin with parameter 01. For example, •...
  • Page 62 Adapter Parameters Parameter No. Name and Description Details 06 [Comm Flt Action] Default: 0 = Fault Values: 0 = Fault Sets the action that the adapter and drive takes if the 1 = Stop adapter detects that network communication has been 2 = Zero Data disrupted (if Parameter 7 - [RcvHrtBeat Time] times 3 = Hold Last...
  • Page 63 Adapter Parameters Parameter No. Name and Description Details 09 [DPI I/O Cfg] Default: xxx0 0001 Bit Values: 0 = I/O disabled Sets the I/O that is transferred through the adapter. 1 = I/O enabled NOTE: The Cmd/Ref bit must be set to control the Type: Read/Write drive via the network.
  • Page 64 Adapter Parameters Parameter No. Name and Description Details 21 [Send Service Pin] Default: 0 = Ready Values: 0 = Ready Broadcasts a LON Service Pin Message from the 1 = Send Neuron Chip. This provides the Neuron ID. Type: Read/Write An alternate method for providing the Neuron ID is to Reset Required: No enter the ID number manually.
  • Page 65 Adapter Parameters Parameter No. Name and Description Details 30 [NmlSpeedParam] Default: Values: PowerFlex 7-Class Sets the PowerFlex 7-Class drive parameter number to drive parameter be used with nciNmlSpeed (see page 4-14). numbers Type: Read/Write Reset Required: Yes 31 [MaxSpeedParam] Default: Values: PowerFlex 7-Class Sets the PowerFlex 7-Class drive parameter number to...
  • Page 66 Adapter Parameters Notes: 20-COMM-L LonWorks Adapter User Manual Publication 20COMM-UM008B-EN-P...

  • Page 67: Appendix C Logic Command/Status Words

    Appendix Logic Command/Status Words This appendix presents the definitions of the Logic Command and Logic Status words that are used for some products that can be connected to the adapter. If the Logic Command/Logic Status for the product that you are using is not listed, refer to your product’s documentation.
  • Page 68 Logic Command/Status Words Logic Status Word Logic Bits 15 14 13 12 11 10 9 0 Status Description x Ready 0 = Not Ready (Par. 214) 1 = Ready Active 0 = Not Active (Running) 1 = Active Command 0 = Reverse Direction 1 = Forward Actual Direction...

  • Page 69: Powerflex 700S Drives

    Logic Command/Status Words PowerFlex 700S Drives Logic Command Word (Phase II Control) Logic Bits 15 14 13 12 11 10 9 0 Command Description x Normal Stop 0 = Not Normal Stop 1 = Normal Stop Start 0 = Not Start 1 = Start Jog 1 0 = Not Jog using [Jog Speed 1] (Par.
  • Page 70 Logic Command/Status Words Logic Status Word (Phase II Control) Logic Bits 15 14 13 12 11 10 9 0 Status Description x Active 0 = Not Active 1 = Active Running 0 = Not Running 1 = Running Command 0 = Reverse Direction 1 = Forward Actual Direction...
  • Page 71 Logic Command/Status Words PowerFlex 750-Series Drives Important: When using a 20-COMM-L adapter with a PowerFlex 750-Series drive, the upper word (bits 16…31) of the Logic Command and Logic Status words are not accessible and cannot be used. Only when using a PowerFlex 750-Series drive with a 20-750 communication Option Module (or the PowerFlex 755 drive’s embedded EtherNet/IP adapter) is the upper word accessible and used.
  • Page 72 Logic Command/Status Words Logic Status Word Logic Bits 31…15 14 13 12 11 10 9 0 Command Description x Run Ready 0 = Not Ready to Run (Par. 933) 1 = Ready to Run Active 0 = Not Active 1 = Active Command 0 = Reverse Direction...
  • Page 73 Glossary Adapter Devices such as drives, controllers, and computers usually require a network communication adapter to provide a communication interface between them and a network such as LonWorks. An adapter reads data on the network and transmits it to the connected device. It also reads data in the device and transmits it to the network.
  • Page 74 Glossary Data Rate The speed at which data is transferred on the network. Each device on the network must be set for the same data rate. Datalinks A Datalink is a type of pointer used by PowerFlex 7-Class drives to transfer data to and from the controller.
  • Page 75 Glossary Fault Action A fault action determines how the adapter and connected drive act when a communication fault (for example, a cable is disconnected) occurs. Fault Configuration When communication is disrupted (for example, a cable is disconnected), the adapter and connected drive can respond with a user-defined fault configuration.
  • Page 76 Glossary LON™ An acronym for local operating network. Consists of intelligent devices, or nodes, that are connected by one or more communications media and that communicate with one another using a common protocol. LonMaker™ Software Windows™-based software package for designing, documenting, installing, and maintaining multi-vendor, open, interoperable LonWorks networks.
  • Page 77 Glossary Ping A message that is sent by a DPI product to its peripheral devices. They use the ping to gather data about the product, including whether it can receive messages and whether they can log in for control. PowerFlex 7-Class (Architecture Class) Drives The Allen-Bradley PowerFlex 7-Class family of drives supports DPI and, at the time of publication, includes the PowerFlex 70, PowerFlex 700, PowerFlex 700H, PowerFlex 700S, PowerFlex 700L, and PowerFlex 7000.
  • Page 78 Type 0/Type 1/Type 2 Control When transmitting I/O, the adapter can use different types of messages for control. The Type 0, Type 1, and Type 2 events help Rockwell Automation personnel identify the type of message that is used. Update The process of updating firmware in a device.
  • Page 79 Index configuring the LonWorks network, 4-1 to 4-19 Connected Components Workbench software adapter adapter configuration tool, 1-4, 3-1 applying power, 2-5 definition/website, G-1 compatible products, 1-3 connecting adapter to the components, 1-1 drive, 2-1 configuration tools, 3-1 network, 2-4 connecting to the drive, 2-1 ControlFLASH software, definition of, G-1 network, 2-4...
  • Page 80 Index-2 DrvPwrParam parameter, B-4 DrvRunHoursParam parameter, B-4 DrvSpeedParam parameter, B-4 configuring the adapter for, 3-3 DrvVoltParam parameter, B-4 definition, G-3 Idle Flt Action parameter, B-2 installation applying power to the adapter, 2-5 EEPROM, see Nonvolatile Storage (NVS) connecting to the environmental specifications, A-1 drive, 2-1 equipment required, 1-3...
  • Page 81 Index-3 MinSpeedParam parameter, B-5 PORT status indicator locating, 5-1 MOD status indicator troubleshooting with, 5-2 locating, 5-1 troubleshooting with, 5-2 power consumption, A-1 Module Configuration (NVI), 4-7 PowerFlex drives compatible with adapter, 1-3 mounting the adapter, 2-3 definition, G-5 HIM, 3-2 installing adapter on, 2-1 NCIs (Network Configuration Inputs), 4-13 preparing for an installation, 2-1...
  • Page 82 Index-4 technical support, P-2 tools required, 1-3 transceiver, definition of, G-5 troubleshooting, 5-1 to 5-6 update definition, G-6 guidelines, 3-7 website for Connected Components Workbench software, G-1 DriveExecutive software, G-2 DriveExplorer software, G-2 DriveTools SP software, G-2 related documentation, P-2 wiring, see cables zero data configuring the adapter for, 3-4, 3-5...
  • Page 84 New Product Satisfaction Return Rockwell Automation tests all of its products to help ensure that they are fully operational when shipped from the manufacturing facility. However, if your product is not functioning and needs to be returned, follow these procedures.

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