User Manual

Configuring the Serial Converter 4-1
CHAPTER 4
Configuring the Serial
Converter
This chapter provides information about configuring the Serial
Converter.
For a list of parameters, refer to Appendix B, Serial Converter
Parameters.
4.1 Configuration Tools
The Serial Con verter stores parameters and other information in its
own non-volatile storage (NVS). You must, therefore, access the
Serial Converter to view and edit its parameters. Table 4.1 lists tools
that you can use to access the Serial Converter and edi t its
parameters.
Important: The RS-485 serial port on the MD60 or MD65 AC
drive does not need to be configured prior to using the
Serial Converter.
4.2 Using VS Utilities
With VS Utilities software, you can edit parameters in both the
Serial Converter and the connected drive. On an MD60 or MD65
drive, you can also edit parameters in any of the attached
periphera ls.
Important: The parameter Adapter Cfg (01) must be set to Auto
(def ault) for VS Utilities software to operate.
HyperTerminal can be used if Adapter Cfg (01) needs
to be changed. Refer to section 4.3, Using Terminal
Emulation Software.
Table 4.1 – Configuration Tools
Tool Refer to:
VS Utilities software (V3.01 or higher) section 4.2 in this manual
Terminal emulation software section 4.3 in this manual
VT100-compatible terminal documentation for the
terminal