FR Configurator MELSOFT FR Configurator SW3 INSTRUCTION MANUAL INVERTER SETUP SOFTWARE INVERTER FR-SW3-SETUP-WE -Windows(English) Version- OUTLINE WHEN USING FOR THE FIRST TIME SETTING WIZARD IB(NA)-0600306ENG-J(1303)MEE Printed in Japan Specifications subject to change without notice.
INTRODUCTION Thank you for choosing this Mitsubishi Inverter Setup Software. This instruction manual gives handling information and precautions for the use of this software. Incorrect handling might cause an unexpected fault. Before using the software, please read this manual carefully to use the software to its optimum performance. Please forward this manual to the end user. When reading this manual, note the following.
CONTENTS 1 OUTLINE 1.1 Before Using This Software .................................................................................... 2 1.1.1 1.2 Product confirmation....................................................................................................................... 3 System Configuration .............................................................................................. 4 1.2.1 System requirement........................................................................
System property ........................................................................................................................... 48 2.2.2 Communication setting ................................................................................................................. 49 2.2.3 Inverter setting method ................................................................................................................. 51 2.2.4 Automatic detection .............................................
4.1 Model Setting.......................................................................................................... 90 4.2 Options.................................................................................................................... 91 4.2.1 Communication............................................................................................................................. 91 4.2.2 Preferences .................................................................................
Basic flow of sampling ................................................................................................................ 136 4.9.2 Explanation of window................................................................................................................ 137 4.9.3 Sampling item setting ................................................................................................................. 138 4.9.4 Sampling setting .....................................................
· PU: Operation panel and parameter unit (FR-PU04, FR-PU07) · Inverter: Mitsubishi inverter · FR-A700: Mitsubishi inverter FR-A700 series · FR-A701: Mitsubishi inverter FR-A701 series · FR-D700: Mitsubishi inverter FR-D700 series · FR-E700: Mitsubishi inverter FR-E700(SC)(NC) series · FR-F700: Mitsubishi inverter FR-F700 series · FR-F700P: Mitsubishi inverter FR-F700P series · FR-F700PJ: Mitsubishi inverter FR-F700PJ series · Pr.
1 OUTLINE This chapter explains the "OUTLINE" for use of this product. Always read the instructions before using the software. 1.1 1.2 1.3 1.4 1.5 1.6 1.7 Before Using This Software ......................................................... 2 System Configuration................................................................... 4 Installation and Uninstallation ..................................................... 6 Connection and Parameter Setting .............................................
Before Using This Software 1.1 Before Using This Software This software is an effective support tool for startup and maintenance of the Mitsubishi transistorized inverter. The following functions can be performed efficiently on the personal computer. • Startup ............................... Desired function can be performed soon after starting up of this software • Easy Setup ........................
Before Using This Software Check the following settings before configuring the inverter with this software. If a communication option is installed, refer to page 12 for details of the communication parameters.
System Configuration 1.2 System Configuration 1.2.
System Configuration 1.2.3 System configuration The following devices are required to use FR Configurator. Setup the system in accordance with the instruction manual of each device.
Installation and Uninstallation 1.3 1.3.1 Installation and Uninstallation Installation of FR Configurator To use FR Configurator (FR-SW3-SETUP-WE), the files included on the setup disk (CD-ROM) or the downloaded file must be installed onto the personal computer. Check the following points before the installation. · · · · Close any other applications that have already been started. For the installation, log on as an administrator (Administrator account) and start installation.
Installation and Uninstallation (2) The window shown on the right is displayed. Click . (3) The window shown on the right is displayed. Click . (4) Enter user name and company name. Click after entering. (User name and company name are required to proceed to the next step.) (5) Check the installation folder and click 1 . OUTLINE To change the installation folder, click and select an installation folder. A new folder "invsup3" is created at the selected installation folder.
Installation and Uninstallation (6) Check the installing application, and click . (FR Configurator is already selected when this window is shown.) Check "VFD Setup Software SW1" if required, and click (7) Review . (Refer to page 11) the installation setting, and click . To change the setting, click , and correct the setting. Note The following window may appear during the installation.
Installation and Uninstallation Note When using Windows Vista or Windows 7, the following screen may appear when completing the installation. If the window appears, select "This program installed correctly". Select "This program installed correctly". REMARKS • If the user is not an administrator (Administrator account), the installation cannot be performed. Log in as a user with administrator permission, and start the installation again.
Installation and Uninstallation 1.3.2 Uninstallation of FR Configurator Open the [Start] menu of Windows, and then click [Control panel]. Click "Add or Remove Programs" in the "Control panel" window. When "Add or Remove Programs" window is displayed, select "MELSOFT FR Configurator SW3" and click to start uninstallation. Click Click , and the following dialog appears. to proceed the uninstallation. (Click to cancel the uninstallation.
Installation and Uninstallation 1.3.3 Installation of VFD setup software SW1 To install VFD Setup Software SW1, select "VFD Setup Software SW1" in [Select Application] window during the installation. Select "VFD Setup Software SW1" Compatible inverters are displayed Click and the installer creates a folder [invsup1] (for VFD Setup Software SW1), and copies required files.
Connection and Parameter Setting 1.4 1.4.1 Connection and Parameter Setting Connection method For FR Configurator, communication with USB connector, PU connector, RS-485 terminal block, or through GOT are available. Serial communication (PU connector) is the default setting. (1) USB connection (FR-A700, A701, E700(SC)(NC) only) (Refer to page 14) Connect to USB connector of the inverter. 1:1 connection is supported. Connection with using USB hub is not supported.
Connection and Parameter Setting (4) Communication through GOT (USB / Serial communication) (Refer to page 23) Connect to RS-485 terminal through GOT (Display). RS-422 communication unit is necessary for GOT. The number of connectable inverters depends on the GOT. Refer to GOT1000 series connection manual for details of RS-422 connection and compatible version of GOT.
Connection and Parameter Setting 1.4.2 Connection using USB connector (FR-A700, A701, E700(SC)(NC) only) A personal computer and inverter can be easily connected with one USB cable. 1:1 connection is supported. Connection with using USB hub is not supported. USB connector Personal computer (FR Configurator) USB cable USB connector Inverter (1) Cable Interface Transmission Speed Wiring Length Connector Power supply Conforms to USB1.
Connection and Parameter Setting Example of FR-E700 USB connector USB cable How to open the USB connector cover Pull the cover in the direction Then turn it upward. of arrow.
Connection and Parameter Setting (2) Related parameters for USB connection Set the following communication parameter when connecting the USB connector of the inverter. When performing parameter writing or run command input, set the following command source parameters, and switch the operation mode to PU operation mode. Parameter Setting Inverter Communication Parameter Operation Command Source Parameter Mode Pr. 551 PU mode operation command FR-A700, E700(SC)(NC) source selection = "3 or 9999" Pr.
Connection and Parameter Setting (3) When connecting USB for the first time If a personal computer and inverter are connected via USB for the first time with the inverter power ON, "Found New Hardware Wizard" window is displayed. The following additional wizard is displayed for Windows XP. For Windows 2000, Windows Vista and Windows 7 inverter is automatically detected. 1) Check "No, not this time", and click 2) Check "Install the software (Recommended)" and click . automatically .
Connection and Parameter Setting 1.4.3 Connection using PU connector PU connector is used for connecting with a computer. Serial port/RS-485 converter (cable) or USB/RS-485 converter (cable) is required. 1:1 connection is supported.
Connection and Parameter Setting REMARKS • Refer to the following when fabricating the cable on the user side. Commercially available product example (as of February 2012) Product Name Type 10BASE-T cable SGLPEV-T 0.5mm x 4P* RJ-45 connector 5-554720-3 Manufacturer Mitsubishi Cable Industries, Ltd. Tyco Electronics * Do not use pins No. 2, 8 of the 10BASE-T cable. • Distributor is necessary when connecting multiple inverters. Refer to the inverter manual for connecting multiple inverters.
Connection and Parameter Setting (2) Related parameters for connection using PU connector Set the following communication parameter when connecting PU connector of the inverter. When performing parameter writing or run command input, set the following command source parameters, and switch the operation mode to the following operation mode. Communication Inverter Parameter Setting Communication Parameter Command Source Parameter Option Operation Mode Pr.
Connection and Parameter Setting 1.4.4 Connection of multiple inverters using RS-485 terminal RS-485 terminal is used for connecting multiple inverters with Serial port of a computer. Up to 32 inverters can be connected. Serial/RS-485 converter (Refer to page 18) is required. (FR-E700 series requires control terminal option FR-E7TR. FR-E700-SC/NC are not compatible with FR-E7TR.
Connection and Parameter Setting REMARKS · Switching of the operation mode is available at "Test Operation" window (Refer to page 97) in Navigation area. · Set 3s or more (or 9999) in Pr. 122 PU communication check time interval, Pr. 336 RS-485 communication check time interval. · Set a station number of the each inverter in Pr. 117 PU communication station number, Pr. 331 RS-485 communication station number when connecting multiple inverters.
Connection and Parameter Setting 1.4.5 Connection through GOT (FA transparent function) Using FA transparent function of GOT1000 series, connecting inverter to FR Configurator is available through GOT. FA transparent function enables reading, writing and monitoring of programmable controller of Mitsubishi Electric Corporation through GOT, while connecting Mitsubishi programmable controller and PC. Serial port or USB is used for connecting between FR Configurator and GOT.
Connection and Parameter Setting (1) Related parameter for connection of multiple inverters through GOT Check a connection between the inverter and GOT, and set the following communication parameter when connecting through GOT. When performing parameter writing or run command input, set the following command source parameters, and switch the operation mode to the following operation mode. Parameter Setting Inverter Communication Port Command Source Communication Parameter Parameter Operation Mode Pr.
Connection and Parameter Setting · Related parameter list Number 117 118 Name PU communication station number PU communication speed Initial Value 0 192 Setting 0 to 31 (0 to 247) *1 48, 96, 192, 384 0 119 120 121 PU communication stop bit length PU communication parity check Number of PU communication retries 1 1 122 PU communication check time interval F700PJ : 0 123 124 331 *3 332 *3 333 *3 334 *3 335 *3 336 *3 337 *3 PU communication waiting time setting 9999 PU communica
Connection and Parameter Setting Parameter Name Initial Value RS-485 communication CR/ LF selection 1 Number 341 *3 Setting 0, 1, 2 1*3 2 3*4 FR-A701, F700, PU mode operation command source selection 551 *2 F700P : 2 Description Range 4*5 Select presence/absence of CR/LF. (same specifications as Pr. 124) Selects the RS-485 terminal as the PU operation mode command source. Selects the PU connector as the PU operation mode command source.
Setting of Operation Mode of the Inverter 1.5 Setting of Operation Mode of the Inverter The inverter has three operation modes. (1) PU operation [PU] ................... Controls the inverter from the key of the control panel (FR-DU07) mounted on the inverter. (2) External operation [EXT]......... Controls the inverter by switching ON/OFF external signals connected to the control circuit terminals of the inverter. (The inverter is initially-set to this mode.) (3) Network operation [NET] ........
Setting of Operation Mode of the Inverter Refer to the following table to select the appropriate operation mode for the connection. Switching of the operation mode is available at "Test Operation" window (Refer to page 97) in Navigation area. Refer to the Inverter Instruction Manual (Applied) for details of each parameter. Controllability through communication ·Monitoring and parameter read can be performed from any operation regardless of the operation mode.
Setting of Operation Mode of the Inverter Operation Operation Location Mode Condition (Pr. 551 Setting) PU External Operation Operation Item 3 (USB Operation from the USB connector *8 connector) 9999 NET Combined Combined Operation Operation Operation (when RS-485 Mode 1 Mode 2 terminals are (Pr. 79 = 3) (Pr.
Setting of Operation Mode of the Inverter FR-E700(SC) series Operation Location Operation Mode Condition (Pr. 551 Setting) PU External Operation Operation Item 2 from PU connector Control by RS-485 communication Run command (PU connector) (Start, stop) External/PU External/PU Combined Combined NET Operation Operation Operation (when using PU Mode 1 Mode 2 (Pr. 79 = 3) (Pr.
Setting of Operation Mode of the Inverter FR-E700-NC series Operation Location PU Operation (Pr.
Start and Close 1.6 1.6.1 Start and Close Starting FR Configurator There are the following ways to start FR Configurator. (1) Start from Start menu Click [Start] on the Taskbar of Windows, and point to [All Programs], [MELSOFT Application], [FR Configurator], [SW3 (700 Series)], and click [FR Configurator SW3] to start FR Configurator. (2) Start from system file (*.me3) Double-click (or press Enter key) a desired system file (*.me3) to start FR Configurator with reading the setting of the system file.
Start and Close Note • When using Windows Vista or Windows 7, the following window may appear at the start up of FR Configurator. If the window appears, select "Allow ". Select "Allow" • In an operation system with antivirus/security software, a warning may appear at starting FR Configurator. If a warning appears, permit FR Configurator according to the setting procedure of your antivirus/security software.
Start and Close 1.6.2 Start flow of FR Configurator After FR Configurator is started, the splash screen appears, and the start up is proceeded. The "Startup" windows is displayed when FR Configurator is started. Each function can be directly selected from the "Startup" window. (Refer to page 46 for the detail of "Startup") Click window of FR Configurator.
Start and Close 1.6.3 Closing FR Configurator There are following ways to close FR Configurator. (1) Close from menu Select [Exit] in [File] menu to close FR Configurator. (Press Alt + F to open [File] menu, and press Ctrl + X also to close FR Configurator) (2) Close from title bar on the right end of the title bar to close FR Configurator. Click to close REMARKS If a system file (*.me3) is not saved yet when closing FR Configurator, the dialog box is displayed to confirm the closing.
Explanation of Window 1.7 Explanation of Window The following section describes FR Configurator window. 1.7.1 Main frame The Main frame (main window) of FR Configurator consists of three areas. • Navigation area (Refer to page 38) An area for showing information of the registered inverter, or for making settings. "Test Operation", "System Settings", "Setting Wizard", and "Troubleshooting" are available in this area.
Explanation of Window REMARKS Adjustment of System area size and Monitor area size is available with using the split line. You can adjust the area size to enlarge the currently using area. Point the mouse cursor on the boundary. An arrow pointing to a size-adjustable direction appears. If only one area is displayed, size adjustment is unavailable. Adjusting window size beyond the maximum size or minimum size of each window is unavailable.
Explanation of Window 1.7.2 Navigation area The Navigation area is for showing registered inverter information, switching of operation mode and ONLINE/OFFLINE, sending of start/stop command, changing of the set frequency, or starting Setting Wizard. "Test Operation", "System Settings", "Troubleshooting" and "Setting Wizard" are available in this area. The Upper part of the Navigation area displays "Test Operation" (Refer to page 97), and the lower part displays "System View" (Refer to page 101).
Explanation of Window 1.7.3 System area The System area is for showing and reading/writing parameters, or for diagnosis and converting from parameter setting of conventional model. "Parameter List", "Diagnosis", and "Convert" are available in this area. Select [Parameter List], [Diagnosis], or [Convert] under [View] menu, or click icons on the tool bar to switch the function displayed in the System area.
Explanation of Window 1.7.4 Monitor area Monitor area is for showing obtained monitor data of inverter. "Graph", "I/O Terminal Monitor", "Machine Analyzer", and "Batch Monitor" are available in this area. Select [Graph], [Machine Analyzer], [Batch Monitor], or [I/O Terminal Monitor] under [View] menu, or click an icon on the tool bar to display the function in System area.
Explanation of Window 1.7.5 Menu and tool bar Desired function is available by selecting it from the menu or the tool bar. (1) Menu/Tool bar list Following functions are available from the menu. File Pull-down menu Icon Refer Function/Operation to Page New ... Clears the all current settings to create a new setting. Confirmation dialog for new setting appears, and then displays "Startup" window. 34 Open ... Opens the system file (*.me3). 93 Save Overwrites the system file (*.
Explanation of Window (2) [View] menu and Main frame Each function screen of FR Configurator is displayed from [View] menu. [View] menu is divided into three segments. Function screens in Monitor area are on top, screens in System area are in the middle, and screens in Navigation area are on the bottom.
Explanation of Window 1.7.6 Status bar Status bar shows operation mode of the inverter and model information etc. A No. C B Name D E Function and description Shows the operation mode of the selected inverter (station). When model setting (system setting) has not been set, "---" is displayed. A Operation Mode At an occurrence of warning, both operation mode and warning are displayed.
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2 WHEN USING FOR THE FIRST TIME This chapter explains the "Startup" and "Easy Setup" of this product. Always read the instructions before using the software. 2.1 2.2 Startup............................................................................................ 46 Easy Setup.....................................................................................
Startup 2.1 Startup "Startup" windows is displayed when FR Configurator is started. Each function can be directly selected from the "Startup" window. A B C D E No. Name Function and description Shows up to five recent used files. A Open Point a cursor on "Open", and five recent used files are shown. Click the file name, then "Startup" window is closed, and Main frame is displayed with the file contents reflected. Click to start Easy Setup.
Easy Setup 2.2 Easy Setup Setting from system setting to parameter setting is easily performed with Easy Setup. Even without FR Configurator knowledge, without regard to the parameter number, system setting and basic parameter setting is easily performed. Easy Setup Set System Property. Input system name and comment. System Property Communication Setting Make communication setting between inverter and personal computer. Inverter Setting Method Select inverter setting method in Easy Setup.
Easy Setup 2.2.1 System property Input an information for creating a system file. Type a system name (up to 32 one byte characters) for this system file. Click When after inputting the system name. is clicked, the screen proceeds to "Communication Setting". A B C F No. A B C D E F 48 Name Setting procedure E D Function and description Shows description of current setting and next/previous setting in Easy Setup. System Name Type a system name up to 32 one byte characters.
Easy Setup 2.2.2 Communication setting Adjust the communication setting between a personal computer and inverter. When communicating with inverter using an USB port of the personal computer, select "USB" in "PC side Port" field, and click . When communicating with inverter using a serial port of the personal computer, select "RS-232C" in "PC side Port" field. POINT Default communication setting is matching to an initial value of inverter.
Easy Setup REMARKS • When "USB" is selected for personal computer side port, unnecessary setting item turns to gray and unavailable for making setting. • Communication Setting is also available from [Option] in [Tool] menu. • Refer to the Inverter Instruction Manual for details of the parameters. • The communication port can be checked by the following procedure. 1.
Easy Setup 2.2.3 Inverter setting method Select inverter setting method between automatic recognition of the connected inverter, or manually model setting for this system. A B F No. Name Perform Automatic A Recognition of the Connected Inverter B Perform Model Setting Manually E D C Function and description Choose "Perform Automatic Recognition of the Connected Inverter" and click to automatically detect the connected inverter.
Easy Setup 2.2.4 Automatic detection Click to detect inverter of which communication is available. A B C D H No. Name G F E Function and description Shows a state of automatic detection. When an inverter is detected, the color turns blue, and shows a A Message area result of detection. (If an error occurred during automatic detection, the color turns red, and shows error description.) Shows a result of automatic detection. A station during detecting is displayed in blue.
Easy Setup 2.2.5 Model setting Make the inverter model setting manually. B A D C E E F G H I Name H G F Function and description St. No. Set the inverter station number from 0 to 31. Comment A field for comments. Inverter Select the connected inverter model. Capacity Select the connected inverter capacity. Option Connector 1 to 3, Select the options connected to the option connectors of the inverter. (Option Connector 1 to 3 is Terminal Block 3 available for FR-A700, A701 series.
Easy Setup 2.2.6 Inverter selection Click to register the system setting, and then parameter setting becomes available. Choose an inverter (station number) for parameter setting, and click returns to "Inverter Selection" again. Click . After parameter setting is finished, the window to close Easy Setup, and proceeds to the Main frame window. A B G No. A Name Register System Setting F E D C Function and description Register the system setting configured in Easy Setting.
Easy Setup 2.2.7 Control method Set a control method of the inverter. Select the control method, and click . A B F E D C (Example of FR-A700) No. A B C D E F Name Select a Control Method. Function and description Select the control method.* Select a Control Mode. Select the control mode. (FR-A700, A701 only)* Next> Proceeds to "Motor Setting" (Refer to page 56).
Easy Setup 2.2.8 Motor setting Adjust the motor settings of the inverter. Click after inputting the motor information. A B C "Unit (monitor, frequency setting)" setting screen (Example for IPM motor control) G No. A B F E D Name Applied Motor Motor information Function and description Select a type of motor. Selectable motor types are different according to the control method selected in "Control Method" window (or Pr. 71 setting).* Fill in the motor information.
Easy Setup • Parameters to be adjusted for the IPM motor control The following parameters are related to the IPM motor control.(Refer to the Instruction Manual of the inverter for the parameter details.
Easy Setup 2.2.9 Start command and frequency (speed) setting method Select an input method of start command and frequency (speed) setting. A B F No. A B C D E F Name Start Command Input Method Frequency (Speed) Setting Input Method Next> E D C Function and description Select the start command input method of the inverter. Select the frequency (speed) setting input method of the inverter. Proceeds to "Parameter List" (Refer to page 59).
Easy Setup 2.2.10 Parameter list After the required items are all set, parameter setting is configured based on the input setting. Parameter name and configured value are displayed in the Parameter List. To write the parameter setting to the inverter, write from the Parameter List in the Main frame. (Refer to page 106) Click to return to "Inverter Selection" window (Refer to page 54). To close Easy Setup, click in "Inverter Selection" window.
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3 SETTING WIZARD This chapter explains the "Setting Wizard" of this product. Always read the instructions before using the software. 3.1 3.2 3.3 3.4 Overview of Setting Wizard.......................................................... 62 Details of Setting Wizard .............................................................. 65 Troubleshooting............................................................................ 71 Details of Troubleshooting...........................................................
Overview of Setting Wizard 3.1 Overview of Setting Wizard Setting Wizard can set parameters with wizard style dialog (interactive). Inputting or selecting required items for each function, and parameter setting is configured without regard to parameter number. Double-click a desired function in the "Setting Wizard" (Refer to page 105) in System View (or select a function and click ) to start the Setting Wizard of the selected function.
Overview of Setting Wizard 3.1.1 Individual setting window of Setting Wizard Select a desired function of the "Setting Wizard" (Refer to page 105) in System View, and start the Setting Wizard. Input or select in a required field of each individual setting window, and click to proceed to the next individual setting window. Number of the items required to fill in is different according to the selected Setting Wizard.
Overview of Setting Wizard 3.1.2 Parameter list Click after the required item in each setting is filled in, and then the parameter setting is configured based on the inputted setting. Configured parameter setting is displayed in Parameter List after every setting is finished. To write the parameter setting to the inverter, write from the Parameter List in the Main frame. (Refer to page 106) A B C D No.
Details of Setting Wizard 3.2 Details of Setting Wizard 3.2.1 Acceleration/Deceleration pattern and time setting Select "Acceleration/Deceleration Pattern and Time Setting" from "Setting Wizard" (Refer to page 105) in System View to start the wizard of "Acceleration/Deceleration Pattern and Time Setting". Make acceleration/deceleration pattern and acceleration/ deceleration time setting.
Details of Setting Wizard 3.2.2 Output terminal (FM, CA, AM) calibration Select "Output Terminal (FM, CA, AM) Calibration" from "Setting Wizard"(Refer to page 105) in System View to start "Output Terminal (FM, CA, AM) Calibration". Terminal FM , terminal CA and terminal AM are calibrated. (1) Setting flow Starting "Output Terminal (FM, CA, AM) Calibration" wizard Output Terminal (FM, CA, AM) Calibration Calibrate output terminal.
Details of Setting Wizard 3.2.3 Analog input terminal calibration Select "Analog Input Terminal Calibration" from "Setting Wizard"(Refer to page 105) in System View to start "Analog Input Terminal Calibration". Terminal 2 and terminal 4 are calibrated. Setting flow Starting "Analog Input Terminal Calibration" wizard Calibrating Terminal and Method Select the terminal to be calibrated and calibration method.
Details of Setting Wizard (2) Window explanation of Analog Input Terminal Calibration A C B D No. A Name Frequency setting Gain frequency, Bias frequency B Frequency setting Bias, Gain C Write D Analog Input Monitor (3) Function and Description Set the frequency on the gain side, bias side. Set the converted % of the voltage (current) on the gain or bias side. Available when making calibration without inputting to terminal. Writes a calibration value.
Details of Setting Wizard 3.2.4 Tuning (FR-A700, A701, D700, E700(SC)(NC), F700PJ only) Select "Tuning" in the "Setting Wizard"(Refer to page 105) in System View to start "Tuning" wizard. Tuning is performed after necessary parameter setting. Tuning is performed during the ONLINE mode only. (1) Setting flow Starting "Analog Input Terminal Calibration" wizard Select the control method. Control Method Input motor information. Motor Setting Select Tuning method.
Details of Setting Wizard (3) Related parameters Refer to the Inverter Instruction Manual for details of the parameters.
Troubleshooting 3.3 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting is a function that estimates causes of various troubles and take measures against them. By selecting necessary items and making a communication with the inverter, trouble causes can be estimated for taking measures. Double-click an item in the "Troubleshooting" in System View (or select a function and click Troubleshooting. (1) ) to start Basic flow of troubleshooting Starting Troubleshooting Select an item from the list, and start Troubleshooting.
Troubleshooting 3.3.1 Status display Status Display window appears when Troubleshooting is started. (Note that Cause Estimate window (Refer to page 73) appears instead of Status Display for Troubleshooting which does not require communication with the inverter.) The current inverter state and I/O terminal (signal) is shown. Condition setting field of trouble occurrence is provided according to Troubleshooting items. Click after selecting conditions. A B C D E F No.
Troubleshooting 3.3.2 Cause estimate Displays estimated causes and measures. Set conditions in the condition setting field if OFFLINE to display estimated causes and measures. Select a probable cause from the list and click . A B C B D E F G OFFLINE ONLINE No. A Name Expand Function and Description Expands the field of causes and measures. Displays causes of the trouble and measures. Click after selecting a probable cause.
Troubleshooting 3.3.3 Related parameter Displays parameters related to the selected cause. Check the measures, and change parameter settings. Click to reflect the changed setting into the Parameter List, and returns to the Main frame. To write the parameter setting to the inverter, write from the Parameter List in the Main frame. (Refer to page 106) A B No. A B C D Name C D E Function and Description Parameter setting field Displays parameters related to the cause.
Details of Troubleshooting 3.4 Details of Troubleshooting The following shows a list of causes supported in the troubleshooting. Take necessary measures upon checking the possible causes and parameters of the inverter. Refer to the Instruction Manual of the inverter for details. 3.4.1 Motor does not rotate as commanded • Main causes Cause The set frequency is higher than the maximum frequency (Pr. 1, 18) . The set frequency is lower than the minimum frequency (Pr. 2).
Details of Troubleshooting 3.4.2 Motor does not rotate, or motor rotation direction does not change • Main causes Cause Related Measures Parameters The motor is at a stop due to fault occurrence. Refer to the item related to faults in "Help" and then take measures. - Occurred fault : xxx The main circuit power (R/L1, S/L2, T/L3) is not ON or the power supply phase is lost. Check the main circuit power (R/L1, S/L2, T/L3) is ON.
Details of Troubleshooting Cause Measures Related Parameters [FR-A700] The IPM motor test operation is selected Set a value other than "9" in Pr.800 Control method selection. when the IPM motor control (PM [FR-F700P] sensorless vector control) should be Set "20" in Pr.800 Control method selection. selected. [FR-F700PJ] Shorting wire between S1 and SC/PC or Short across terminals S1 and SC/PC and across S2 and SC/PC with between S2 and SC/PC is disconnected. shorting wire. Pr.
Details of Troubleshooting 3.4.3 Motor coasts Cause The stop selection (Pr. 250) is selected. Measures Change the stop selection (Pr. 250) setting to cancel coasting to a stop. Related Parameters Pr. 250 Check that the output stop signal (MRS) or selection of automatic restart after (1) Check for input terminal connection and communication command. instantaneous power failure (CS) is ON/ (2) Take measures against EMI to the input terminal wires. - OFF during operation or reset is input.
Details of Troubleshooting 3.4.4 Motor current is large • Causes under V/F control Cause Measures Related Parameters Torque boost (Pr. 0, etc.) setting is too large. Decrease torque boost (Pr. 0, etc.) setting. Pr. 0, 46, 112 V/F control related parameter setting is not Adjust torque boost (Pr. 0, etc.), base frequency (Pr. 3, etc.), base Pr. 0, 3, 14, 19, 46, an appropriate value. frequency voltage (Pr. 19), load pattern selection (Pr. 14). 47, 112, 113 Load is heavy. Check the load.
Details of Troubleshooting 3.4.5 Acceleration/deceleration is not as commanded • Causes under V/F control Cause Measures Related Parameters The acceleration/deceleration time(Pr. 7, Set a larger value in acceleration/deceleration time (Pr. 7, Pr. 8, etc.). (In Pr. 8, etc.) setting is too small. vertical lift applications, set a smaller value.) V/F control related parameter setting is not Adjust torque boost (Pr. 0, etc.), base frequency (Pr. 3, etc.), base Pr.
Details of Troubleshooting 3.4.6 External device (peripherals) malfunctions • Causes related to overcurrent relay Cause Current is large. Measures Related Parameters Execute trouble shooting of "Motor current is large" - (1) Decrease the setting value of PWM frequency selection (Pr. 72). Leakage current is large. (1) Pr. 72 [FR-A700, F700 and F700P] (2) Connect the EMC filter ON/OFF connector to OFF. The overcurrent relay (OCR) setting is small. Set a value 1.1 times of 60Hz rated current.
Details of Troubleshooting 3.4.7 Operation mode does not change • Causes during operation Cause Measures Operation mode cannot be changed during Change the operation mode after stopping operation. operation with the current parameter Change operation mode selection(Pr. 79) to change the operation mode setting. during operation. Related Parameters Pr.
Details of Troubleshooting • Causes when changing from PU operation mode to EXT operation mode Cause Measures Related Parameters Change to the EXT operation mode by setting as shown below. Operation mode is specified with X16, X65, (1) X16 signal is ON (when only X16 signal is assigned) and X66 signals.
Details of Troubleshooting • Causes when changing from EXT operation mode to NET operation mode Cause Measures Operation mode is specified with X16, X65, Change to the NET operation mode by setting as shown below. and X66 signals.
Details of Troubleshooting 3.4.8 Unable to write parameter setting • Causes during operation Cause Parameters cannot be changed during operation with the current setting. Measures Related Parameters Change parameters after stopping operation. Some parameters can be changed during operation by setting "2" in Pr. 77 parameter write selection (Pr. 77). • Causes related simple mode and user group setting Cause There are restricted parameters for displaying and changing.
Details of Troubleshooting • Causes when writing from the USB connector Cause Measures Related Parameters [FR-A700 *, E700] After setting "9999, 3" in PU mode operation command source selection Parameter write command source is not set. (Pr. 551) , reset the inverter. Pr. 551 [FR-A701] After setting "3" in PU mode command source selection (Pr. 551) , reset the inverter. PU operation mode is not selected. Change to PU operation mode. Pr.
Details of Troubleshooting 3.4.9 Unable to communicate • Causes related to serial port Cause Measures Related Parameters Select [Options] in [Tool] menu. Select [Communication] tab on the option window and check the following items. (1) Check "RS-232C" is selected for "PC Side Port". Communication port setting of the PC and FR Configurator SW3 are not the same. (2) Check that the COM port number of the personal computer and "Port Number" setting are the same.
Details of Troubleshooting • Causes related to serial communication through GOT Cause Measures Related Parameters (1) Check that the correct station number is set for PU communication station number (Pr. 117) . When multiple inverters are connected, set a different station number for each inverter. (2) Set 3s or more, or "9999" in PU communication check time interval (Pr. 122) . (3) Set "0" in PU communication waiting time setting (Pr. 123) .
4 FUNCTION This chapter explains the "FUNCTION" for use of this product. Always read the instructions before using the software. 4.1 4.2 4.3 4.4 4.5 4.6 4.7 4.8 4.9 4.10 4.11 4.12 4.13 Model Setting ............................................................................ Options ...................................................................................... File Management and Print...................................................... Test Operation (Navigation Area)..........................
Model Setting 4.1 Model Setting Set inverter model in "Model Setting" window. There are the following ways to display "Model Setting" window. (1) Select [Model Setting] in [Tool] menu. (2) Double-click a station number in "System Setting" of System View. A B C D E F No. A B C D E F G H I Name G H I Function and description St. No. Set the inverter station number from 0 to 31. Comment A field for comments. Inverter Select the connected inverter model.
Options 4.2 Options Communication and preference setting is available in "Option" window. Displays the communication and preference setting windows by switching tabs. Select [Options] in [Tool] menu to display "Option" window. 4.2.1 Communication Click of "Option" window to make a communication setting. A B Name D E Function and description Setting items Refer to page 49 for details of each communication setting items. OK Closes Option window with the valid setting.
Options 4.2.2 Preferences Setting of the model check at parameter batch write, test operation setting and batch parameter write setting are available. Click of the "Option" window to display the Preferences window. A B C No. Name Function and description When checked, inverter models, voltage classes, capacities and region codes of the A Enable model check inverters set for system setting and the connected inverter are checked at parameter batch write (refer to page 111 ) and All St.
File Management and Print 4.3 4.3.1 File Management and Print Type of files Extension *.me3 *.gp3 *.bmp Description Manages system setting, model information, data of Parameter List and Graph with a single file. Corresponding screen All screen Manages Graph sampling data at the moment of exporting.
File Management and Print 4.3.4 Data import and export (file input and output) Data of "Graph", "Batch Monitor", "Parameter List" and "Machine Analyzer" can be input or output as a file. When copying parameter settings to other inverter, export the data of "Parameter List" in *.pr3 file type, and import it to the other inverter for copying. (1) Import (file input) Exported data of "Graph", "Parameter List" and "Machine Analyzer" can be read (import) and reflected into a screen.
File Management and Print REMARKS • Parameter file (*.prm) of older version S/W (FR Configurator SW2) can be imported. Note that the exported file is *.pr3 file type. • Import and export of "Parameter List" Exported file of Parameter List contains both "Current" field data and "Setting" field data. When importing the exported file, select which data to be imported between "Current" value or "Setting" value in the file ("Selection of Import Data" window is displayed after selecting a file).
File Management and Print 4.3.5 Print FR Configurator window can be printed as it is. The Parameter List can be printed as a list. Select [Print...] from the [File] menu or click of the tool bar. A E B C No. A B Name D Function and description Printer Name Select a printer. Comment A field for comments to describe the contents of the printing. (up to 100 characters, line feed available) Click to start printing. The following window appears when printing Parameter List.
Test Operation (Navigation Area) 4.4 Test Operation (Navigation Area) Frequency (fault) indication, operation mode indication and switching, sending of forward/reverse rotation command and writing of the set frequency are available. Note • For safety issue, command sending part of Test Operation is hidden at start up of FR Configurator. When performing Test Operation, check [Test Operation] sub-menu under [Navigation] of [View] menu to display the command sending part of Test Operation.
Test Operation (Navigation Area) 4.4.2 Indication of inverter frequency and fault Shows output frequency or fault indication etc. of the selected inverter. If model setting of the selected station has been set and changed to ONLINE, the indicator shows output frequency. During OFFLINE, or if model setting of the selected station has not been set, indicator turns to blank.
Test Operation (Navigation Area) 4.4.4 Setting of running frequency (speed, machine speed) Input a set frequency (speed, machine speed) in "Frequency (Speed) input" field, and click to write the set frequency into the inverter. Use the buttons on the right of the input field to add or decrease the setting frequency by minimum setting increments. (Available only when ONLINE.
Test Operation (Navigation Area) 4.4.5 Sending of forward/reverse rotation command • When performing inverter test operation Test operation is performed during , is pressed. To stop the test operation, release , . Displays inverter running frequency Perform test operation during the button is pressed • At releasing of test operation Releasing test operation enables operation to continue by pressing or once. Press to stop operation.
System View (Navigation Area) 4.5 System View (Navigation Area) "System Setting" (Refer to page 102), "Troubleshooting" (Refer to page 71) and "Setting Wizard" (Refer to page 105) can be displayed in System View by switching tabs. Click tabs to switch the screen FUNCTION Switching of the display is also available using [Navigation] sub-menu in [View] menu.
System View (Navigation Area) 4.5.1 System setting Function for browsing setting information of all 32 stations. Click menu under [Navigation] of [View] menu to display "System Setting". B in System View or select [System Setting] sub- C D A E F G H No. A Name Station number, inverter type B OFFLINE C ONLINE Function and description Shows the station number and the inverter model. Changes to OFFLINE. (Disconnect all inverters registered to the system) Changes to ONLINE.
System View (Navigation Area) 4.5.2 All St. parameter setting FR Configurator can batch read/batch write the parameters of all the stations set in the system setting at the same time. To perform batch read/batch write, right-click on "System Setting", and select "Read" or "Write". Or select [Read...] or [Write...] in [All St. parameter setting] under [Tool] menu. The following window appears when performing All St. parameter write. Select "Current value" or "Setting value".
System View (Navigation Area) REMARKS • When "1" is set in Pr. 342 Communication EEPROM write selection, the parameter setting set from FR Configurator is written into RAM only (cannot be written to EEPROM). Batch parameter settings can also be set to EEPROM regardless of the Pr. 342 Communication EEPROM write selection setting of the inverter. Select [Options] in [Tool] menu to display "Option" window.
System View (Navigation Area) 4.5.3 Setting wizard Setting Wizard is a function to make parameter setting without regard to parameter number. Double-click a desired function in the "Setting Wizard" (or select the function and click Click ) to start the Setting Wizard of the selected function. in System View or select [Setting Wizard] sub-menu under [Navigation] of [View] menu to display "Setting Wizard".
Parameter List (System Area) 4.6 Parameter List (System Area) "Parameter List" has the following functions.
Parameter List (System Area) 4.6.1 Explanation of screen B C D E F G H A I J K No. Name A B C D E Function and description Parameter List display Select a "Parameter List" display format. Click format menu. (Refer to page 108) All clear Performs all parameter clear with the selected inverter. Parameter Clear Performs parameter clear with the selected inverter. Batch Read Reads all parameter settings of the selected inverter.
Parameter List (System Area) 4.6.2 Parameter list display format Display format of "Parameter List" can be changed to other display format according to your purposes. Click and select a display format from the list menu to change the display.
Parameter List (System Area) Parameter List items according to the FR-A700, A701 series functions Function Description Basic Functions Basic function parameters Frequency Setting Parameters related to frequency Acceleration/ Deceleration Setting V/F Characteristic Parameters related to acceleration/deceleration Parameters related to V/F characteristic Protection Parameters related to protective function Operation Mode Parameters related to operation mode Monitor Parameters related to monitor fu
Parameter List (System Area) 4.6.3 Parameter clear and all parameter clear Performing parameter clear or all parameter clear can initialize parameter setting values. Click or to display the following dialog to confirm the parameter clear or all parameter clear. Refer to the Inverter Instruction Manual for the availability of parameter clear and all parameter clear for each parameter. D A No. Name B C Function and description Icon display switches during parameter clear.
Parameter List (System Area) 4.6.4 Read (Batch Read), write (Batch Write) and verification Performing Read or Write gains access to inverter parameter, and parameter reading and writing is performed. Performing Verification verifies the parameter values set on FR Configurator and the ones already written in the inverter. Click , , , or to display the following dialog. C B A No. Name Function and description Icon display switches during parameter access.
Parameter List (System Area) REMARKS • When "1" is set in Pr. 342 Communication EEPROM write selection, the parameter setting set from FR Configurator is written into RAM only (cannot be written to EEPROM). Batch parameter settings can also be set to EEPROM regardless of the Pr. 342 Communication EEPROM write selection setting of the inverter. Select [Options] in [Tool] menu to display "Option" window.
Parameter List (System Area) 4.6.5 Edit individual list Select and add parameters desired to register into the individual parameter list. Click in "Parameter List" window to display the following window. B A F C No. Name A Parameter List B Add >> D E Function and Description Displays number and name of all parameters. Select a parameter and click to add it in the individual parameter list. Several parameters can be selected.
Convert (System Area) 4.7 Convert (System Area) Converting a parameter setting from a conventional model into 700 series inverter parameter setting is available. Select [Convert] in [View] menu to display "Convert". • Compatible models for Convert Source Inverter FR-V500(L) Target Inverter FR-A700 FR-A500(L) REMARKS Setting of plug-in options is changed.
Convert (System Area) 4.7.
Convert (System Area) 4.7.2 Explanation of window A B C D G H E F No. A Source Information B Parameter Convert C Reflect to the Target I Name Function and description Displays "Convert Method" window. Set converting method, source and target model setting. Displays "Convert Confirmation" window. Parameter converting is available. (Click after converting method, source and target model information is set.) Displays "Parameter saving" window.
Convert (System Area) 4.7.3 When selecting an inverter from a model list 1) Click in "Convert" window to display "Convert Method". 2) Choose "Select an Inverter from a Model List". Click after selecting. [Select an Inverter from a Model List] 3) Set the information of the source inverter in "Model Setting". Fill in the each item of the source inverter. Click Set the information of the source inverter after setting. 4) A parameter requiring caution is displayed in a list.
Convert (System Area) 7) Check the information of the source inverter and target inverter. Click and proceed to the next according to the messages appear in the screen to convert parameters. 8) Click when "Parameter converting is finished." is displayed. Click to convert parameters 9) Results of parameter converting is shown in "Convert" window. 10) Click in "Convert" window to display "Parameter Saving".
Convert (System Area) When converting from a parameter file (PRM) 1) Click in "Convert" window to display "Convert Method". 2) Select "Convert from a Parameter File (PRM)". Click after selecting. [Convert from a parameter file (PRM)] 3) Select the converting parameter Parameter File" screen. Click file in "Select to display "Open" window. Select a parameter file in that window. Click to display "Open" window 4) Click to read the selected parameter file.
Convert (System Area) 9) Results of parameter converting is shown in "Convert" window. 10) Click in "Convert" window to display "Parameter Saving". 11) Check "Reflect in a Parameter List of the Selected Station", and to reflect the converted parameter setting into the Parameter List. If a station has not finished model setting or the inverter model is different, the station is unavailable to select. 12) When saving the converted parameter setting as a file, check [Save As].
Convert (System Area) When converting from the Connected Inverter through Communication POINT Perform during a inverter stop. Do not input a start command. 1) Check that FR Configurator is ONLINE. (Click in "System Setting" to switch to ONLINE.) REMARKS If FR-E500 is connected to the station number where FR-E700 switching to is set for ONLINE system will setting, display a communication error dialog. In this case, click OK, and proceed converting.
Convert (System Area) 7) Check the information of the source inverter and target inverter. Click and proceed to the next according to the messages appear in the screen to convert parameters. 8) Click when "Parameter converting is finished." is displayed. Click to convert parameters 9) Results of parameter converting is shown in "Convert" window. 10) Click in "Convert" window to display "Parameter Saving".
Convert (System Area) 4.7.4 Precautions for convert Please note the following for using "Convert", and make a setting again if necessary. Refer to the Inverter Instruction Manual for details of the parameters. (1) When a plug-in option and inverter terminal are used for the FR-V500 (L), check the following item.
Convert (System Area) (6) The following wiring needs to be changed. Refer to the FR-A700 series Instruction Manual for details of wiring. • When terminal DA2 was used, change the connection to terminal AM. • When automatic restart after instantaneous power failure (Pr.
Convert (System Area) (1) Since the following parameters are not converted, make a setting from "Parameter List" as required. • Pr. 133 PID action set point • Pr. 160, Pr. 173 to Pr. 176 (User group selection) • Pr. 900, Pr. 901 (FM, AM output terminal calibration) • Pr. 991 PU contrast adjustment (2) The following parameters are adjustment parameters. Parameter readjustment according to the machine is recommended after converting. • Pr.
Convert (System Area) (6) There is a change in the following functions. Refer to the FR-A700 series manual for details. • When automatic restart after instantaneous power failure is performed with residual voltage detection system by TSEN50 ( Pr. 162 = "11"), it is changed to automatic restart after instantaneous power failure with reduced voltage system. Fully check that there is no problem in automatic restart operation after instantaneous power failure.
Convert (System Area) (1) The following parameters are not converted. Make a setting from "Parameter List" as required. • Pr. 133 PID action set point • Pr. 146 Frequency setting command selection • Pr. 900, Pr. 901 (FM, AM output terminal calibration) • Pr. 991 PU contrast adjustment (2) The following parameters are adjustment parameters. Parameter readjustment according to the machine is recommended after converting. • Pr. 0 Torque boost • Pr.
Convert (System Area) ( ) indicates parameter number for FR-S500(E) series and FR-F500J series. (1) The following parameters are not converted. Make a setting from "Parameter List" as required. • Pr. 133 PID action set point • Pr. 160 (P30) Extended function display selection • Pr. 900, Pr. 901 (FM, AM output terminal calibration) • Pr. 991 PU contrast adjustment (2) The following parameters are adjustment parameters.
Convert (System Area) (1) The following parameters are not converted. Make a setting from "Parameter List" as required. • Pr. 133 PID action set point • Pr. 146 Frequency setting command selection • Pr. 160, Pr. 173 to Pr. 176 (User group selection) • Pr. 900, Pr. 901 (FM, AM output terminal calibration) • Pr. 991 PU contrast adjustment (2) The following parameters are adjustment parameters.
Convert (System Area) (1) The following parameters are not converted. Make a setting from "Parameter List" as required. • Pr. 160, Pr. 173 to Pr. 174 (User group selection) (2) The following parameters are adjustment parameters. Parameter readjustment according to the machine is recommended after converting. • Pr. 0 Torque boost • Pr. 12 DC injection brake voltage • Pr. 245 Rated slip • Pr.
Convert (System Area) (1) Since the following parameters are not converted, make a setting from "Parameter List" as required. • Pr. 133 PID action set point • Pr. 160, Pr. 173 to Pr. 176 (User group selection) • Pr. 900, Pr. 901 (FM, AM output terminal calibration) • Pr. 991 PU contrast adjustment (2) The following parameters are adjustment parameters. Parameter readjustment according to the machine is recommended after converting.
Convert (System Area) ( ) indicates parameter number for the FR-F500J series. (1) The following parameters are not converted. Make a setting from "Parameter List" as required. • Pr. 133 PID action set point • Pr. 160 (P30) Extended function display selection • Pr. 900, Pr. 901 (FM, AM output terminal calibration) • Pr. 991 PU contrast adjustment (2) The following parameters are adjustment parameters.
Diagnosis (System Area) 4.8 Diagnosis (System Area) "Diagnosis" displays fault information and parts life information of the inverter. Use "Diagnosis" to operate the following functions. (Available only when ONLINE.) Select [Diagnosis] under [View] menu, or click • • • • • • on the tool bar to display "Diagnosis". Displays the faults history and monitor value of each fault occurrence.
Diagnosis (System Area) 4.8.2 Procedure of main circuit capacitor life measuring 1) Confirmation window appears before measuring. Check the following items, and click . • Motor is connected? • Motor is stopped? • Enough time has been passed after the motor operation? 2) Performs parameter setting for measuring the main circuit capacitor life. Click 3) Click . , and then turn the inverter power OFF. 4) After making sure that the POWER lamp of the inverter is OFF, switch ON the power supply again.
Graph (Monitor Area) 4.9 Graph (Monitor Area) Sampling the output frequency or current, etc. of the inverter and displays the data in graph form (wave form). The sampling data can be saved in a file (Export to *.bmp or *.gp3). And the saved sampling data can be read and displayed (Import from *.gp3). Select [Graph] under [View] menu, or click on the tool bar to display "Graph". There are two sampling methods.
Graph (Monitor Area) 4.9.1 Basic flow of sampling 1) Sampling setting Set sampling items. Changing of the sampling mode (High Speed or Monitor), sampling interval or sampling time, etc. is available for your purpose. When starting sampling with using a trigger, make a trigger setting. 2) Start sampling Click to start the sampling when sampling item is set already.
Graph (Monitor Area) 4.9.2 Explanation of window A B D C E F L M G H I No. J K N Name Function and description Starts sampling. For High Speed sampling, the selected station is switched to the sampled A Start B Stop C Clear D Trigger/Sampling Click to display trigger/sampling setting section. (Refer to page 141) E CH Click to display sampling item setting section.
Graph (Monitor Area) 4.9.3 Sampling item setting Click to display Sampling item setting section. Set station number and item for sampling. Analog data is set in CH1 to CH4, and digital data is set in CH5 to CH8. A B C D E F For Digital data For Analog data No. A Name Color Function and description Shows the color of the graph drawing. Select station number for sampling. B St. No. For High Speed sampling, only CH1 is available for setting.
Graph (Monitor Area) • Sampling item list F700(P) F700PJ Monitor Monitor High speed Monitor Sampling item A701 Monitor Sampling mode High speed A700 Monitor Model Monitor Sampling items with high speed sampling interval have a " * " in front of the name. Refer to the Inverter Instruction Manual for details of monitor item. Refer to Control circuit terminal section of the Inverter Instruction Manual for details of digital data sampling items.
Graph (Monitor Area) *V Phase Output Current – – – – – – *W Phase Output Current – – – – – – *Converter Output Voltage – – – – – – *Output Current (all three phases) – – – – – – *Excitation Current(A) – *2 – – – – – *Torque Current(A) – *2 – – – – – Terminal 2 – – – – – – Terminal 4 – – – – – – Terminal 1 – – – – – – – *Excitation Current (%) – *2 – – – – – – *Torque Current (%) – *2 – – – – – – *Output Frequency (signed)
Graph (Monitor Area) 4.9.4 Sampling setting Click to display Sampling setting section. Setting sampling mode, Single/Continuous setting, and sampling time are available. A B C D For Monitor sampling No. Name For High Speed sampling Function and description Select between Single sampling or Continuous sampling. • Single: A Single/Continuous Sampling from start to end is performed only once. • Continuous: Sampling from start to end is performed continuously.
Graph (Monitor Area) • Setting range and setting increments of "Sampling Interval" and "Sampling Time" Setting range of "Sampling Interval" and "Sampling Time" are different between High Speed sampling and Monitor sampling. 1) For High Speed sampling (only when using USB connection) Sampling interval can be set from about 1 [ms] (Mask Count: 1) to about 20 [ms] (Mask Count: 40), and sampling time can be set up to "setting sampling interval 8000".
Graph (Monitor Area) 4.9.5 Trigger setting With making Trigger setting, sampling can be started at a fault occurrence or when sampling item meets a trigger condition. A B C D E No. Name Function and description Select a trigger type for sampling start. You can select the trigger type from the following three.
Graph (Monitor Area) • About trigger waiting state Standby Set sampling item and trigger setting. Click to become "Sampling Pre-trigger Data" state. Sampling for the data before trigger meets the condition. (During pre-trigger state, sampling does not start even when the trigger condition is met.) Pre-trigger After the retrieval of the pre-trigger data by the ratio set in Position setting, the state becomes to " Waiting for trigger".
Graph (Monitor Area) 4.9.6 Scale changing Scale changing of the displayed graph is available. Graph area is divided into vertical 10 grids and horizontal 10 grids. Scale of vertical axis and horizontal axis can be changed by setting a value of each one grid. Selected graph can be moved upper or lower with changing 0 position adjust. Scale value shown on vertical axis changes along with the vertical scale setting. A G B C D No.
Graph (Monitor Area) 4.9.7 Cursor function Shows a numeric value of a wave at where cursors is laid, or shows effective value of between any 2 points, maximum value, and minimum value. G A B C D E No. A B C Name Cursor A (Cursor B) F Function and description Shows measured value of cursor A and B of the graph. Eff. Val. Shows calculated effective value between cursor A and B. Max. Val. Shows maximum value and minimum value between cursor A and B while cursor is (Min. Val.
Graph (Monitor Area) 4.9.8 History display The past 5 sampling data (including the current data) can be saved in History, and can be available to display again. When sampling ends, the graph data and comment is added to History. If there are already 5 data when adding to History, the oldest data is erased. When there are several data in the history, two graphs can be drawn at the same time.
Graph (Monitor Area) 4.9.9 Example of graph sampling (monitoring output frequency, terminal RUN, terminal FU) • When sampling without trigger (1) Select "00" at St. No. field. Select "Output Frequency" at Name field in CH1, "RUN" in CH5, and "FU" in CH6. Set "00" Select "RUN" Select "Output Frequency" (2) Select "Not used" at Type field for trigger setting. Set sampling interval and sampling time.
Graph (Monitor Area) • When sampling with Inside trigger, starting at the Rise of terminal RUN, with 10% of sampling data before the trigger meets the condition (1) Select "00" at St. No. field. Select "Output Frequency" at Name field in CH1, "RUN" in CH5, and "FU" in CH6. Set "00" Select "RUN" Select "Output Frequency" (2) Make trigger setting as follows: Select "Inside" at Type field. Select "CH5" at CH field. Select "Rise" at Start At field. Set "10" at Position [%] field.
Graph (Monitor Area) • When sampling with Fault trigger, starting at a fault occurrence, with 90% of sampling data before the fault occurrence (1) Select "00" at St. No. field. Select "Output Frequency" at Name field in CH1, "RUN" in CH5, and "FU" in CH6. Set "00" Select "Output Frequency" (2) Make trigger setting as follows: Select "Fault" at Type field. Select "00" at St. No. field. Input "90" at Position [%] field.
Batch Monitor (Monitor Area) 4.10 Batch Monitor (Monitor Area) "Batch Monitor" is for monitoring various data of a selected station. Export of monitored data into *.xls file is also available. (Refer to page 94) Select [Batch Monitor] in [View] menu to display "Batch Monitor". A G No. A B C D B C D H Name Start E I J Function and description Starts monitoring. Stop Stops monitoring. Clear Clears Peak Value and Current Value. Station number F Displays the station number being monitored.
Batch Monitor (Monitor Area) Monitored item list Refer to the Inverter Instruction Manual for details of monitored items.
I/O Terminal Monitor (Monitor Area) 4.11 I/O Terminal Monitor (Monitor Area) You can check terminal assignment status of I/O terminal of the inverter, and plug-in option (FR-A7AR, FR-A7AX, FR-A7AY), and ON/OFF state of each terminal. The monitor turns green when terminal is ON and turns black when terminal is OFF. You can also start Wizard (Refer to page 154) for function assignment of each I/O terminal from "I/O Terminal Monitor".
I/O Terminal Assignment 4.12 I/O Terminal Assignment Use "I/O Terminal Assignment" to assign signal to I/O terminals of the inverter or plug-in option. Click of "I/O Terminal Monitor" to display "I/O Terminal Assignment" window. Select terminal location to change the screen. Select a signal for each terminal, then click are displayed in the Parameter List. .
Machine Analyzer (Monitor Area) (FR-A700, A701 with Vector Control) 4.13 Machine Analyzer (Monitor Area) (FR-A700, A701 with Vector Control) Machine analyzer reads and analyzes the torque and speed data when the inverter oscillates the motor at random torque for about 0.5 to 4s. This allows measuring of the response frequency characteristic of speed relative to the motor torque of the machine so that you can grasp the frequency at which the mechanical system has the resonance point.
Machine Analyzer (Monitor Area) (FR-A700, A701 with Vector Control) Procedure of Machine Analyzer operation (1) Set Stml condition. • "% of rated Torque" ........ Set the maximum oscillation torque for oscillating the motor under a random torque command. (Setting range: 1 to 100%) • "Stroke" .......................... Set the rotation range permitted for oscillation, beginning at the motor position when Machine Analyzer is started.
Machine Analyzer (Monitor Area) (FR-A700, A701 with Vector Control) (3) Press button to display a message to confirm that the operation is at a stop. Check that the operation status is at a stop, and click [OK]. REMARKS • "Stml condition" .................................. The following screen appears if either or both "% of rated Torque" and "Stroke" are set outside of the setting ranges. Click [OK] button to return to Machine Analyzer setting window.
Machine Analyzer (Monitor Area) (FR-A700, A701 with Vector Control) (5) When Machine Analyzer is started, the following screen appears so that you can check the Machine Analyzer progress conditions. • Guideline of oscillation time Step Oscillation Time Step 1 Approx. 0.5s Step 2 Approx. 1s Step 3 Approx. 4s Analysis Approx. 15s Click [Cancel] button to stop the Machine Analyzer Operation, and return to the Machine Analyzer window.
Machine Analyzer (Monitor Area) (FR-A700, A701 with Vector Control) (7) The frequency characteristics measured by Machine analyzer are displayed in Bode diagram. For the waveform data, you can change the vertical axis scale and/or move the resonance point and opposite resonance point cursors. B A C B No. Name Function and Description Click the [ A Setting of the vertical axis scale ] to display the drop-down list. The unit of the vertical axis scale can be selected from the list.
Help 4.14 Help 4.14.1 Help Checking a software manual and inverter manual is available using Help function. There are the following ways of displaying Help. (1) Select [Help] in [Help] menu to display. (2) Click on the tool bar to display. (3) Press F1 key on the keyboard to display. (4) Click on the current window to display. (5) Press F1 key when selecting a parameter on the parameter list to display Help. Description of the selected parameter appears. A B C E D F G H I J K L No.
Help • HTML format and link Help description is displayed in the contents panel. Help description is displayed in HTML format. Hyperlink is available to jump to the related help description. Hyperlink in description is shown in blue and underline. • Contents Click to display a list of contents. Click a desired item in the list to show the help description. Click to display Contents Click to show the help description • Index Click to display the index of registered words.
Help 4.14.2 Version information Select [About FR Configurator SW3...] in [Help] menu to display copyright, product name, type name, version information and license of FR Configurator. A B C D E No. A B C D E 162 Name Product name Function and description Shows the product name. Version Shows version information. Copyright information Shows copyright information. Copyright description Shows copyright description. OK Click to close the version information window.
5 TROUBLE INDICATION This chapter explains the "Trouble indication" of this product. Always read the instructions before using the software. 5.1 5.2 Error Code ................................................................................... 164 Error Display on a Dialog...........................................................
Error Code 5.1 Error Code If a communication error is detected, the following communication error code and error message appears in the communication error dialog (Refer to page 36). 5.1.1 Communication error with the inverter POINT If a Time Out error occurs, set FR Configurator to OFFLINE. Please check a communication cable connection, etc. to fix the error and then set FR Configurator to ONLINE again.
Error Code (HEX) 0x80010004 0x80010005 0x80010007 Error Message Cause Countermeasure The stop bit length differs from the initial setting. 1. Setting of Pr. 119 PU communication stop bit length, Pr. 333 RS-485 communication stop bit length is different with software setting. 2. Electromagnetic interference 3. Cable breakage 1. Set Pr. 119 PU communication stop bit length, Pr. 333 RS-485 communication stop bit length same as the setting of the software. 2. Set larger value in Pr.
Error Code Error Code (HEX) Error Message Cause Countermeasure Parameter writing to a write disabled parameter is unavailable. 1. Writing is disabled by Pr. 77 Parameter write selection. Pr. 77 = 1 (write disabled) 2. Password lock is activated. 1. Change the setting of Pr. 77 Parameter write selection except for "1". 2. Enter the password in Pr. 297 to unlock the password lock. 0x80010016 Can not read/write an nonexistent parameter. 1.
Error Code (HEX) 0x80020001 Error Message An unexpected error occurred to S/W. Cause Countermeasure Please contact your sales representative. Tried to write a value out of setting range of the parameter. Set a value within the setting range, and write. If a writing error occurs even if a value is written within the setting range, check for writing requirements of each parameter. Refer to the Instruction Manual of the inverter for writing requirements.
Error Code 5.1.2 Communication error when connected through GOT POINT If a Time Out error occurs, set FR Configurator to OFFLINE. Please check a communication cable connection etc, to fix the error and then set FR Configurator to ONLINE again. Error Code HEX) Error Message 0x80110001 An unexpected error occurred to S/W. 0x80110002 0x80110003 An unexpected error occurred to S/W. Cause GOT type error. Countermeasure Check for the GOT type. Please contact your sales representative.
Error Code Error Message Cause 0x80111001 0x80111002 0x80111003 0x80111004 0x80111005 0x80111101 0x80111102 0x80111103 0x80111104 0x80111105 0x80111106 0x80111107 0x801111FF Failed to make communication with the inverter during the time set with Time Out. Electromagnetic interference, etc. are propagated when receiving GOT software. Set a larger value for Time Out setting of the software and try again. 0x80112001 Wrong communication port is assigned.
Error Code 5.1.3 Other error (task busy) Error Code (HEX) Error code other than above 170 Error Message Task busy state. Try the operation again. Cause Processing could not be completed, due to increase in load of software processing or communication processing. Countermeasure End unnecessary applications. Delete the setting of non-connected station.
Error Display on a Dialog 5.2 Error Display on a Dialog When using or closing FR Configurator, or at fault occurrence, a message dialog appears for providing information or for warning. There are four types of message dialog. Icon Error Type Mainly Used Button Warning Description Appears if an attempted operation may have an affect on the human body, or may cause an inverter failure. Caution Appears when a confirmation is required before the operation.
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APPENDICES This chapter explains "Supplementary Software" supplied with this product. Always read the instructions before using the equipment. Appendix 1 Supplementary Software MEL file convert software .......
Appendix 1 Supplementary Software MEL file convert software Appendix 1-1 Introduction MEL file convert software is a dedicated software to convert former system files (*.mel), which are created in FR Configurator SW2, to the system files (*.me3), which correspond to FR Configurator SW3. Please note in advance that Mitsubishi does not offer any guarantee regarding MEL file convert software. MEL file convert software will be installed in the folder where FR Configurator SW3 is installed.
Appendix 1-2 Explanation of window F A B D C E No. A Name File Screen to select a source file is displayed. Save As Converted file is saved. (This button is active only after a file is converted.) Exit B Function and Description Open Source file MEL file convert software is closed. Selected source file is displayed. Inverter model and station number stored in a source file are displayed. Convertible inverter models are displayed with check boxes. Inverters with checks are converted.
Appendix 1-3 MEL file conversion example 1) Start MEL file convert software. (Refer to page 174) 2) Go to [File] menu, click [Open], and select a source file. 3) Inverter model and station number stored in a source file are displayed. Convertible inverters are displayed with check boxes. Uncheck the inverters which do not need to be converted. 4) Click [Convert] to perform conversion. 5) Go to [File] menu, click [Save], and select a target file.
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REVISIONS *The manual number is given on the bottom left of the back cover. Print Date *Manual Number Sep. 2007 IB(NA)-0600306ENG-A First edition (For Sample Version 0.01) Revision Jan. 2008 IB(NA)-0600306ENG-B Addition • Multiple connection of inverters • Connection through GOT (FA transparent function) • Additional functions (Tuning, Troubleshooting, Parameter List Enhancement, Diagnosis, Batch Monitor, I/O Terminal Monitor, I/O Terminal Assignment) (For Sample Version 0.20) Apr.
FR Configurator MELSOFT FR Configurator SW3 INSTRUCTION MANUAL INVERTER SETUP SOFTWARE INVERTER FR-SW3-SETUP-WE -Windows(English) Version- OUTLINE WHEN USING FOR THE FIRST TIME SETTING WIZARD IB(NA)-0600306ENG-J(1303)MEE Printed in Japan Specifications subject to change without notice.
