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Chapter 2 Start Up
LCD Display with QuickView
Technology
QuickView® technology enables text to scroll across the LCD display of the
PowerFlex 520-series drive. This allows you to easily configure parameters,
troubleshoot faults and view diagnostic items without using a separate device.
Use parameter
[Text Scroll] to set the speed at which the text scrolls
across the display. Select 0 “Off” to turn off text scrolling. See
for the languages supported by the PowerFlex 520-series
drive.
Using the USB Port
The PowerFlex 520-series drive has a USB port that connects to a PC for the
purpose of upgrading drive firmware or uploading/downloading a parameter
configuration.
MainsFree Programming
The MainsFree™ programming feature allows you to quickly configure your
PowerFlex 520-series drive without having to power up the control module or
install additional software. Simply connect the control module to your PC with
a USB Type B cable and you can download a parameter configuration to your
drive. You can also easily upgrade your drive with the latest firmware.
Connecting a PowerFlex 520-series drive to a PC
When connected, the drive appears on the PC and contains two files:
•
GUIDE.PDF
This file contains links to relevant product documentation and software
downloads.
•
PF52XUSB.EXE
This file is an application to flash upgrade firmware or upload/download
a parameter configuration.
It is not possible to delete these files or add more to the drive.
IMPORTANT
PowerFlex 525 with firmware revision 7.001 and later supports the USB
application with Windows® 8 and 10.
USB port
Control Module
USB Type B cable
Connect to Control Module
Connect to PC
Summary of Contents for Allen-Bradley PowerFlex 520 Series
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