Introduction; Product Design; Compatibility; Product Versions - Danfoss VLT MCD 201 Installation Manual

EtherNet/IP Module
Installation Guide

2 Introduction

2.1 Product Design

The EtherNet/IP module allows the soft starter to connect to an Ethernet network and be controlled or monitored using an Ethernet
communication model.
Familiarity with Ethernet protocols and networks is required to operate the device successfully. For difficulties arising from using
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this device with 3 -party products, including PLCs, scanners, and commissioning tools, contact the relevant supplier.

2.2 Compatibility

The EtherNet/IP Module is compatible with the following Danfoss soft starters:
• MCD 200 - 24 V AC/V DC and 110/240 V AC control voltage.
• MCD 500 - all models.

2.3 Product Versions

The MCD EtherNet/IP module is available in 2 different versions. The part number is printed on the label on the side of the module.
• 175G9906 MCD EtherNet/IP module
- Monitor and control the soft starter over an EtherNet/IP connection.
• 175G9907 MCD EtherNet/IP module
- Monitor and control the soft starter over an EtherNet/IP connection.
- Monitor and control the soft starter over a TCP connection using VLT® Motion Control Tool MCT 10, refer to the VLT® Motion
Control Tool MCT 10 Operating Guide.
- Monitor the soft starter over an IoT connection.
This installation guide is suitable for use with 175G9907. For the manual for 175G9906, contact the local supplier.

2.4 Network Connection

Table 1: Supported Protocols
Protocols
EtherNet/IP Industrial Ethernet via EtherNet/IP
TCP Transmission control protocol to connect to port 4000 of a PC
MQTT Message queue telemetry transport
OPC UA Open platform communications unified architecture
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