2.1 About this Manual
This manual,
AKD SynqNet Communication
, describes the installation, setup, range of functions, and soft-
ware protocol for the SynqNet AKD product series. All AKD SynqNet drives have built-in SynqNet func-
tionality; therefore, an additional option card is not required.
A digital version of this manual (pdf format) is available on the disk included with your drive. Manual updates
can be downloaded from the Kollmorgen website.
Related documents for the AKD series include:
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AKD Installation Manual This manual provides instructions for installation and drive setup.
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AKD WorkBench Online Help. This help system describes how to use your drive in common applic-
ations. It also provides tips for maximizing your system performance with the AKD. The Online Help
includes the Parameter and Command Reference Guide which provides documentation for the para-
meters and commands used to program the AKD.
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Accessories Manual. This manual provides documentation for accessories like cables and regen res-
istors used with AKD. Regional versions of this manual exist.
2.2 Target Group
This manual addresses personnel with the following qualifications:
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Installation: only by electrically qualified personnel.
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Setup: only by qualified personnel with extensive knowledge of electrical engineering
and drive technology
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Programming: software developers, project-planners
The qualified personnel must know and observe the following standards:
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ISO 12100, IEC 60364 and IEC 60664
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National accident prevention regulations
During operation there are deadly hazards, with the possibility of death, severe injury or material damage.
The operator must ensure that the safety instructions in this manual are followed. The operator must ensure
that all personnel responsible for working with the servo drive have read and understand the manual.
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