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OPERATING IN KEYPAD MODE

 

Set P-12 = 1(this allows the Optidrive to be 

controlled from the keypad):  

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Enable the drive by closing digital input 

1. The display will show StoP. 

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Press the START key. The display shows  

H  0.0. 

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Press    to increase speed 

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The drive will run forward, increasing 

speed until   is released.  

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CAUTION: 

the rate of acceleration is 

controlled by the setting of P-03, check 
this before starting.
   

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Either Press 

to decrease speed 

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The drive will decrease speed until 

τ

 is 

released. The rate of deceleration is 
limited by the setting in P-04 

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Or Press the STOP key. The drive will 

decelerate to rest at the rate set in P-04. 

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The display will finally show StoP at 

which point the drive is disabled 

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To preset a target speed prior to enable 

press the stop key whilst the drive is 
stopped. The display will show the target 
speed, use the   and  

 to adjust as 

required then press the Stop key to return 
the display to StoP. Pressing the START 
key will start the drive accelerating to the 
target speed. 

 
 
 
The operation of the keypad can be duplicated 
using remote pushbuttons connected to the 
control terminals, see Application Note AN21. 
In this mode, if P30 is set to Auto-0..4, then 
the drive will run as soon as the drive enable 
is applied (terminal 1 & 2 is closed). 
 

TO SAVE CHANGES

 to Parameter settings, 

switch the power supply off and wait for the 
drive to power down (screen blank) before 
switching on. 
NOTE that this assumes P-38 = 0 (default). If 
P-38 = 1, changes are not saved.

 

 

STANDARDS CONFORMITY  

The Optidrive E conforms with the following standards 
1) CE marked for low voltage directive  
2) UL508C Power conversion equipment 
3) IEC 664-1  Insulation coordination for equipment within low voltage systems 

4) EN61800-3 Adjustable Speed electrical power drive systems – Part 3 (EMC) 
5) EN 61000-6 / -2, -3, -4  Generic Immunity / Emissions standards (EMC)  

 

 

Earth

N

Isolator

Contactor,
mcb or
Fuses

Screened motor
cable connects to
motor frame earth

L

U V W

Optidrive E1 size 2

Help card

Cable
management
tie-wrap

 L  N

U  V  W  

Each drive star
connected to system
earth point

To

other

drives

 
 

OPERATION –  GETTING STARTED 

PSC MOTOR WIRING 

 

CONTROL TERMINAL BLOCK - 
Default Status

 

 

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D

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D

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500 

Ω  

min. 

0-10V 

analog 

O/P 

Relay ratings 

30V dc, 5A 

240V ac, 5A 

0-10V 

4

-20mA

 

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 

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WARNING  

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The STOP function does not remove potentially lethal high voltages. ISOLATE the drive and 

wait 10 minutes before starting any work on it 

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Parameter P-01 can be set to operate the motor at up to 3,000 rpm, hence use this parameter 

with care 

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If it is desired to operate the drive at any frequency/speed above the rated speed (P-09/ P-10) 

of the motor, consult the manufacturers of the motor and the driven machine about suitability 
for over-speed operation 

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The fan (if fitted) to the heatsink of the Optidrive starts automatically when the heatsink 

temperature reaches approximately 40ºC. When the heatsink is at room temperature the fan 
will be stopped. 

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

 
 
MECHANICAL INSTALLATION 

Optidrives can be installed side-by-side with their heatsink 
flanges touching. This gives adequate ventilation space between 
them. If the Optidrive is to be installed above another drive or 
any other heat-producing device, the minimum vertical spacing 
is 100mm. The enclosure should either be force-ventilated or 
large enough to allow natural cooling (allow 0.1 m

3

 per kW of 

drive rating).  
 

GROUNDING (EARTHING) 

The ground terminal of each Optidrive should be individually 
connected DIRECTLY to the site earth (ground) busbar (through 
the filter if installed) as shown. Optidrive ground connections 
should not loop from one drive to another, or to, or from any 
other equipment. Ground loop impedance must conform to local 
industrial safety regulations. To meet UL regulations, UL 
approved ring crimp terminals should be used for all earth wiring 
connections. 

EASY START-UP 

When delivered, the Optidrive is in the default state, 
meaning that it is set to operate in terminal mode and 
all parameters (P-xx) have the default values as 
shown overleaf.  

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Connect a control switch between the control 

terminals 1 and 2.  

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Connect a potentiometer (500 

Ω

 min to 10 k

Ω

 max) 

between terminals 5 and 7, and wiper to terminal 6. 

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Set the control switch between pins 1 and 2 open 

so that the drive is ‘disabled’.  

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With the potentiometer set to zero, switch on the 

supply to the drive. The display will show StoP. 

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Close the control switch, terminals 1-2. The drive is 

now ‘enabled’ and the output frequency/speed are 
controlled by the potentiometer. The display shows 
zero speed in Hz (H  0.0) with the potentiometer 
turned to minimum. 

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Turn the potentiometer to maximum. The motor will 

accelerate to 50Hz (the default value of P-01) under 
the control of the accelerating ramp time P-03.  The 
display shows  H  50.0 (50Hz) at max speed.  

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To display motor current (A), briefly press the 

Navigate key  

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Press 

 again to return to speed display. 

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To stop the motor, either turn the potentiometer back 

to zero or disable the drive by opening the control 
switch (terminals 1-2).  

 

If the enable/disable switch is opened the drive will 

decelerate to stop at which time the display will show 

StoP. If the potentiometer is turned to zero and the 

enable/disable is closed the display will show 0.0Hz, if 

left like this for 20 seconds the drive will go into 

standby mode, display shows Stndby, waiting for a 

speed reference. 

 

User Guide 

All rights reserved. No part of this User Guide may be reproduced 
or transmitted in any form or by any means, electrical or 
mechanical including photocopying, recording or by any 
information storage or retrieval system without permission in 
writing from the publisher. 

Copyright Invertek Drives Ltd 

©

 

2005 

The manufacturer accepts no liability for any consequences 
resulting from inappropriate, negligent or incorrect installation, or 
adjustment of the optional operating parameters of the drive or 
from mismatching of the drive to the motor. 
The contents of this User Guide are believed to be correct at the 
time of printing. In the interests of a commitment to a policy of 
continuous improvement, the manufacturer reserves the right to 
change the specification of the product or its performance or the 
contents of the User Guide without notice.

 

SAFETY 

This variable speed drive product (Optidrive) is intended for 
professional incorporation into complete equipment or systems. If 
installed incorrectly it may present a safety hazard. The Optidrive 
uses high voltages and currents, carries a high level of stored 
electrical energy, and is used to control mechanical plant that may 
cause injury. Close attention is required to system design and 
electrical installation to avoid hazards in either normal operation 
or in the event of equipment malfunction.  
System design, installation, commissioning and maintenance 
must be carried out only by personnel who have the necessary 
training and experience. They must read carefully this safety 
information and the instructions in this Guide and follow all 
information regarding transport, storage, installation and use of 
the Optidrive, including the specified environmental limitations. 
Please read the 

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION

 below, and 

all 

Warning

 and 

Caution

 boxes elsewhere. 

SAFETY NOTICES

 

WARNING

 is given where there is a hazard that could lead to injury 

or death of personnel 

CAUTION

 is given where there is a hazard that could lead to 

damage to equipment 

CAUTION 

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Carefully inspect the Optidrive before 

installation to ensure it is undamaged 

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Store the Optidrive in its box until 

required. Storage should be clean and 
dry Temp. Range –40

o

C to +60

o

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Install the Optidrive on a flat, vertical, 

flame-resistant vibration-free mounting 
within a suitable enclosure, according to 
EN60529 if specific Ingress Protection 
ratings are required. Installation required 
in a pollution degree 2 environment. 

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Flammable material should not be 

placed close to the drive

 

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The entry of conductive or flammable 

foreign bodies should be prevented 

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Max. ambient temperature 50

o

C, min. –

5

o

C. Refer to table on reverse side. 

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Relative humidity must be less than 95% 

(non-condensing).

 

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The Optidrive is suitable for use on a 

circuit capable of delivering not more 
than 5KA (50Hp) / 10KA (51-200HP) 
symmetrical amperes, 480V maximum

.

 

 

WARNING  

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Optidrives should be installed only by qualified electrical persons and in accordance with 

local and national regulations and codes of practice. The Optidrive has an Ingress Protection 
rating of IP20. For higher IP ratings, use a suitable enclosure. 

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Electric shock hazard!

 Disconnect and ISOLATE the Optidrive before attempting any work on 

it. High voltages are present at the terminals and within the drive for up to 10 minutes after 
disconnection of the electrical supply 

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Where supply to the drive is through a plug and socket connector, do not disconnect until 10 

minutes have elapsed after turning off the supply 

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Ensure correct earthing connections 

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The earth cable must be sufficient to carry the maximum supply fault current which normally 

will be limited by the fuses or MCB 

SAFETY NOTICES 

It is the responsibility of the installer to 
ensure that the equipment or system into 
which the product is incorporated complies 
with the EMC legislation of the country of 
use. Within the European Union, equipment 
into which this product is incorporated must 
comply with 89/336/EEC,Electromagnetic 
Compatibility

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

WARRANTY 

All Invertek Drives Ltd (IDL) products carry a 
2-year warranty, valid from the date of 
manufacture. 
Complete Warranty Terms and Conditions 
are available upon request from your IDL 
Authorised Distributor. 

WARNING

 The level of integrity offered by 

the Optidrive control functions – for 
example stop/start, forward/reverse and 
maximum speed, is not sufficient for use 
in safety-critical applications without 
independent channels of protection. All 
applications where malfunction could 
cause injury or loss of life must

 

be subject 

to a risk assessment and further 
protection provided where needed. Within 
the European Union, all machinery in 
which this product is used must comply 
with Directive 89/392/EEC, Safety of 
Machinery. In particular, the electrical 
equipment should comply with EN60204-1. 

 

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ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION

Connect drive according to diagram (above), ensuring that 
motor terminal box connections are correct (see diagram, 
below). 
Refer to the 

ELECTRICAL DATA

 overleaf for the sizes of 

cabling and wiring.  
It is recommended that the power cabling should be 3-core or 
4-core PVC-insulated screened cable, laid in accordance with 
local industrial regulations and codes of practice.

CAUTION 

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Ensure that the supply voltage, frequency and no. of phases (1 or 3 phase) correspond to 

the rating of the Optidrive as delivered. 

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An isolator should be installed between the power supply and the drive. 

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Never connect the mains power supply to the Output terminals U,V,W. 

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Protect the drive by using slow-blowing HRC fuses or MCB located in the mains supply of 

the drive 

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Do not install any type of automatic switchgear between the drive and the motor 

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Wherever control cabling is close to power cabling, maintain a minimum separation of 100 

mm and arrange crossings at 90

o

 

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Ensure that screening or armouring of power cables is effected in accordance with the 

connections diagram below 

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Ensure that all terminals are tightened to the appropriate torque (see table) 

 
 
 

L

         

ENCLOSURE 

HOLE

POSITIONS 

FOR 

MOUNTING

 

OPERATION – USING THE KEYPAD 
MANAGING THE KEYPAD 

When the drive is delivered from the factory, only the Standard 
Parameter Set (see overleaf) is accessible. 

To access the Standard Parameter Set

, press the Navigate key 

 

for 

>1 sec. 

 

Scroll through P-01 to P-14 (and roll over to P-01) by pressing    

or 

 

 

To display the 

parameter value

, press 

 

 

To 

edit

 the parameter value, press   or 

 

 

To 

return

 to the parameter number, press 

 

 

To 

store 

a value and / or

 exit

 from edit mode, press 

 for >1 sec 

or press no button for >20 sec. 

To 

access the Extended Parameter Set

, set P-14 = 101 and press 

 

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

NOTE

 To restrict unauthorised access, make P-37 = any value from 0 

to 9999. 

 

When in the Extended Parameter Set (except P-00), the display 
will revert to normal if no button is pressed for >20 sec.

Refer to the 
Digital Inputs 
table overleaf 
for details of 
the digital input 
functions 1 to 3 
 
If screened 
cabling is used  
for the control 
wiring, connect 
the cable 
screen to 0V of 
drive, terminals 
7 or 9. 

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION

Safety of machinery, and safety-critical applications 

Optidrive hardware and software are designed and tested to a high standard and failures are 
unlikely.  

Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) 

 

Optidrive is designed to high standards of EMC. EMC data is provided in a separate EMC 
Data Sheet, available on request. Under extreme conditions, the product might cause or 
suffer disturbance due to electromagnetic interaction with other equipment. It is the 
responsibility of the installer to ensure that the equipment or system into which the product 
is incorporated complies with the EMC legislation of the country of use. Within the European 
Union, equipment into which this product is incorporated must comply with 89/336/EEC, 
Electromagnetic Compatibility. 
When installed as recommended in this User Guide, the radiated emissions levels of all 
Optidrives are less than those defined in the Generic radiated emissions standard EN61000-
6-4. When fitted with an optional internal filter, the conducted emission levels are less than 
those defined in the Generic radiated emissions standard EN61000-6-3 (class B) for 
screened cable lengths of < 1m and with EN61000-6-4 (class A) for screened cable lengths of 
< 5m. 

SIMPLE PARAMETER ADJUSTMENTS 

The factory-set default parameter values may give 
satisfactory performance, however certain adjustments 
may be beneficial. 

Maximum and Minimum

 

Speeds

 P-01 & P-02 

Set P-01 to the maximum speed and P-02 to the 
minimum speed for your application. These limits are 
mirrored for negative speeds. If a non-zero minimum 
speed is set in P-02, the motor will ramp (P-03) to this 
minimum speed as soon as the drive is enabled.  

Acceleration and Deceleration

 P-03 & P04 

Ramps which are too short will cause the drive to deliver 
currents in excess of full load current and may result in 
it tripping out or the motor stalling 

Stop Mode

 P-05 

Select method of stopping required when drive is 
disabled. Ramp to stop (P-05 = 0) decelerates the motor 
at the rate set by deceleration ramp time P-04. 
Freewheel/ Coast to stop (P-05=1) disables the drive 
output immediately, allowing the motor to decelerate 
naturally due to friction or under the control of a 
mechanical brake 

Torque/Speed Characteristic

 P-06 

Certain loads such as fans and centrifugal pumps need 
very little torque at low speed. Set P-06=1 to reduce 
power loss at low speeds for this load type.  

Rated Current, Rated Frequency and Rated Speed

 P-08, 

P-09, P-10. 
Parameters P-08 and P-09 should to be set to 
correspond with the rated current and frequency shown 
on the motor rating plate.  
Parameter P-10 is optional. If this parameter is set to 
zero (default state), speed will be displayed in Hz; if 
speed indication is required in rpm, enter the motor 
rated speed (speed at full load) from the motor rating 
plate.  

Voltage Boost

 P-11 

Any load which is ‘sticky’ to start will benefit from a 
voltage boost on starting. P-11 permits a boost of up to 
25% of full motor voltage to be applied. 
NOTE: Use of this parameter increases motor heating at 
low speeds 

Terminal or Keypad Control

 P-12 

Terminal control (P-12=0) is used when the drive needs 
to be controlled from some remote point,  such as a 
control panel interface or machine system. 
Keypad control (P12=1 or 2) is used for local, manual 
control and commissioning 

Extended Parameter Set

 P15 to P-40 and P-00 

The Extended Parameter Set is intended for use by 

specialist drives engineers and technicians and will not 

generally be required for simple applications. 

 
 

TO RESTORE ALL 
DEFAULT VALUES

stop the drive and 
when display shows 
StoP, press and 
hold the  , 

 and 

STOP keys 
simultaneously for 1 
second. The display 
will show P-dEF. 
Access code P-37 
will revert to 101 but 
the hours-run meter 
P-39 is not affected. 

Press STOP to 
resume normal 
operation. 

 

NAVIGATE

 

DISPLAY

 

 

 

START

 

 

 

RESET/ STOP

 

UP

 

DOWN

 

H   5 0 . 0

 

 

 

No connection 

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