2 Introduction
2.1.1 About this Manual
First time users can obtain the most essential information
for quick installation and set-up in these chapters:
Introduction
How to Install
How to Configure the System
For more detailed information including the full range of
set-up options and diagnosis tools please refer to the
chapters:
How to Configure the System
How to Control the frequency converter
How to Access frequency converter Parameters
Parameters
Troubleshooting
Terminology:
In this manual several terms for Ethernet is used.
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EtherNet/IP, is the term used to describe the CIP/
ODVA application protocol.
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Ethernet, is a common term used to describe the
physical layer of the network and does not relate
to the application protocol.
2.1.2 Technical Overview
EtherNet/IP
™
was introduced in 2001 and today is the most
developed, proven and complete industrial Ethernet
network solution available for manufacturing automation.
EtherNet/IP is a member of a family of networks that
implements the Common Industrial Protocol (CIP
™
) at its
upper layers. CIP encompasses a comprehensive suite of
messages and services for a variety of manufacturing
automation applications, including control, safety, synchro-
nization, motion, configuration and information. As a truly
media-independent protocol that is supported by
hundreds of vendors from around the world, CIP provides
users with unified communication architecture throughout
the manufacturing enterprise.
EtherNet/IP provides users with the network tools to
deploy standard Ethernet technology for manufacturing
applications while enabling Internet and enterprise
connectivity.
2.1.3 Assumptions
These operating instructions are under the conditions that
the Danfoss EtherNet/IP option is used in conjunction with
a Danfoss FC 200/FC 300 frequency converter, inclusive
that the installed controller supports the interfaces
described in this document and that all the requirements
stipulated in the controller, as well as the frequency
converter, are strictly observed along with all limitations
herein.
2.1.4 Hardware
This manual relates to the EtherNet/IP option MCA 121,
type no. 130B1119 (un-coated) and 130B1219 (coated).
2.1.5 Background Knowledge
The Danfoss EtherNet/IP Option Card is designed to
communicate with any system complying with the CIP
EtherNet/IP standard. Familiarity with this technology is
assumed. Issues regarding hardware or software produced
by other manufacturers, including commissioning tools, are
beyond the scope of this manual, and are not the respon-
sibility of Danfoss.
For information regarding commissioning tools, or
communication to a non-Danfoss node, please consult the
appropriate manuals.
2.1.6 Available Literature
Available Literature for the frequency converter
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The VLT AutomationDrive Operating Instructions
provide the neccessary information for getting
the frequency converter up and running.
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The VLT AutomationDrive Design Guide entails all
technical information about the frequency
converter design and applications including
encoder, resolver and relay options.
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The VLT AutomationDrive MCT 10 Operating
Instructions provide information for installation
and use of the software on a PC.
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The VLT AutomationDrive IP21 / Type 1
Instruction provides information for installing the
IP21 / Type 1 option.
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The VLT AutomationDrive 24 V DC Backup
Instruction provides information for installing the
24 V DC Backup option.
Danfoss Drives technical literature is also available online
at www.danfoss.com/drives.
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