Baldor MintDrive, Installation Manual

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2.1.2 RS485 / RS422 systems
If your PC does not have an RS485 / RS422 connector, an RS232 to 4-wire RS485 / RS422 converter
will be required. This allows signals from the RS232 port to be converted to the signals necessary for
RS485 / RS422 communications. Appropriate converters are available from KK Systems Ltd
(www.kksystems.com).
Note: If this is the first time you are installing a MintDrive then it is strongly recommended that you
use RS232 to get started and use RS485 later. This will avoid any potential problems
involving the RS232-RS485 converter.
Also, MME (Mint Motion Engine) firmware can only be updated over RS232.
2.1.3 Power sources
If the MintDrive requires an external 24VDC for the logic supply then this must be a regulated power
supply with a minimum current supply capability of 1.6A. A 24V filter may be required to comply with
the CE directive for which the MintDrive was tested (see page 18).
A 24VDC power supply is required for the drive enable input, the digital outputs and the digital inputs;
24V cannot be sourced from the MintDrive unit itself.
A mains source (installation over-voltage category III or less) in the installation area is required.
This will need to be single or three phase depending upon the type of MintDrive. A mains filter is
required to comply with the CE directive for which the MintDrive was tested (see page 18).
2.1.4 Tools and miscellaneous hardware
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Your PC operating system user manual might be useful if you are not familiar with Windows
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A small screwdriver with a blade width less than 1/8” (3.5mm)
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Screws or bolts (depending on your own mounting requirements) with an M5 fixing
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Soldering equipment with suitable soldering tips.
2.1.5 Other information needed for installation
You will need the following information to complete the installation:
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The data sheet or manual provided with your motor, describing the wiring information of the motor
cables/connectors
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Whether digital inputs/outputs will be ’Active Low’ or ’Active High’ to meet the requirements and
specification of the system you are going to build.