
YASKAWA
SIEP C730600 0NA MECHATROLINK-4 Technical Manual
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NOTICE
Damage to Equipment. Make sure that all connections are correct after you install the drive and connecting
peripheral devices. Incorrect connections can cause damage to the option.
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Install the Option on a GA500 Drive
An option card mounting kit is necessary to install the option on a GA500 drive. The option card mounting kit
model is: JOHB-GA50. This kit is sold separately.
Refer to the option card mounting kit manual for more information about installation.
A - Option card mounting kit
components (sold separately)
B - Option
C - Drive front cover
Figure 5.1 Option Card Mounting Kit (JOHB-GA50)
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Settings for DIP Switch S1
Use DIP switch S1 on the option to select the communication protocol.
Use non-conductive tweezers or a tool with a tip width of approximately 0.5 mm (0.02 in) to set DIP switch S1.
shows the default settings for DIP switch S1.
Figure 5.2 Default Settings for DIP Switch S1
When you use MECHATROLINK-4, set DIP switch S1 as shown in
Figure 5.3 Settings for DIP Switch S1
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Communication Cable Specifications
Yaskawa recommends using shielded Cat5e cable. The Yaskawa warranty does not cover other cable types.