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3. Installing the Interface
The PBDP-110 connects to each drive via the drive’s common serial (logic
level) communication port, typically located on either the main drive control
board (G7, S11), on the front of the drive enclosure under a small snap-on
cover (A7, S9), on the right-hand side of the drive enclosure under a small
snap-on cover (S7), or on the bottom side of the drive enclosure (VF-nC1).
Although in general no drive parameters need to be configured in order to use
the gateway, it is advantageous to check that the drive’s common serial
communication data rate is set to its maximum speed. Because the PBDP-110
will communicate to each drive only at the drive’s configured data rate, this will
provide the fastest response time for drive-to-network data transfers. For
information on checking the drive’s common serial communication data rate,
refer to the appropriate manual supplied with your drive.
Note that the common serial communication parameters of each drive are
handled independently by the PBDP-110, which means that different drive
families may be connected to different channels of the unit in any combination,
and that the drives connected to each channel may simultaneously
communicate to the unit at completely different baud rates, parity settings, etc.
Installation of the PBDP-110 should only be performed by a qualified
technician familiar with the maintenance and operation of the connected
drives. To install the PBDP-110, complete the steps outlined in the following
sections related to your specific drive.
3.1 Installation for G7 ASDs
1.
CAUTION!
Verify that all input power sources to the drives to
be connected have been turned OFF and are locked and tagged out.
2.
DANGER!
Wait at least 5 minutes for the drive’s
electrolytic capacitors to discharge before proceeding to the next step. Do
not touch any internal parts with power applied to the drive, or for at
least 5 minutes after power to the drive has been removed. A hazard
exists temporarily for electrical shock even if the source power has
been removed. Verify that the CHARGE LED has gone out before
continuing the installation process.
3. Attach the mounting clip and interface enclosure in your desired manner
(refer to page 10 for more information).
4. Remove the drive’s front cover / open the drive’s cabinet door (refer to the
appropriate drive manual for instructions how to do this).
5. The drive’s LCD panel (also called the “Electronic Operator Interface” or
“EOI”) can communicate with the drive via either the RS485/RS232
