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	What is the cause of error 440C 1003 (Unable to add axes group to groupIODriver. Check the validity of the handle.)? Posted Date: 12/11/2017 Answer: The controller was unable to load a configured axes group is indicated by the error 440C 1003 with the description: Unable to add axes group to groupIODriver. Check the validity of the handle. The most likely cause is that the INIT switch of the controller is ON. The INIT switch disallows the loading of any saved configuration. To fix this alarm, turn the INIT switch off and reboot the controller. Product Group/Line: Controllers, MP2300Siec, MP2310iec, MP2600iec, MP3200iec, MP3300iec Topic/Sub Topic: Troubleshooting, Ask a Technical Question, Alarm, Start Up Document Number: CNT-852745 Published Date: 12/11/2017 Share \| Rate Rate this article :	12/11/2017
	What is the cause of an A.CC Alarm? Posted Date: 08/27/2004 Answer: When using the DD Motor's single-turn absolute encoder as absolute with Sigma II application modules, e.g. MP940, NS600, etc., Pn205 in the Sigma II Renewal amplifier must be set to 0. The application module reads Pn205 at power on, if Pn205 is not set to 0, an A.CC alarm will be generated. For more information on Alarm Codes, please see FAQ MNEN-5CJMGY. Product Group/Line: Servo Products, SGDH Sigma II, SGMCS Direct Drive Topic/Sub Topic: Ask a Technical Question, Alarm, Start Up - Installation, Troubleshooting Document Number: MTN-5SYMCT Published Date: 08/27/2004 Related Files: Is there a compiled list of Sigma II alarms? Share \| Rate Rate this article :	08/27/2004
	What is the brake power supply tolerance for brake motors? Posted Date: 03/08/2016 Answer: The nominal power supply voltage required is 24VDC (+10%, - 0%). A separate isolated power supply should be used for powering the brake(s) in a system. Combining brake activation with shared logic power supply can cause unintended noise in the system. Product Group/Line: SGMAV Sigma-5, Servo Products, SGMGV Sigma-5, SGMJV Sigma-5, SGMSV Sigma-5 Topic/Sub Topic: Wiring, Ask a Technical Question Document Number: SRV-C38FOA Published Date: 03/08/2016 Share \| Rate Rate this article :	03/08/2016
	What is the best way to correctly use the RETURN instruction? We had some issues in some cases when the Functions blocks get stuck, or needs an additional trigger. Posted Date: 10/06/2011 Answer: The RETURN causes the controller to stop executing code in a function or function block POU, and immediately go back to the POU that called the function. This is good for execution efficiency, but can cause problems if not used correctly. It's efficient because the code below the RETURN becomes dormant. (Not scanned) Never allow the RETURN to execute if any code below the RETURN is still "Active." Active means an Execute input for a function block is high, or a function inside the function is "Busy," or an R_TRIG has a high input, basically any code that will become confused after "sleeping." For example, if a RETURN takes place while an MC_Move_Absolute.Execute is high, MC_MoveAbsolute will not notice when the execute logic goes low. Next time the function is executed, MC_MoveAbsolute will not notice the rising edge for execute, because to the MC_MoveAbsolute, it has always been high. For examples, look at the code used in nearly all of Yaskawa's Toolbox functions. We use a technique that only allows the RETURN to take place if many conditions are met. Product Group/Line: Controllers, MotionWorks IEC Topic/Sub Topic: Ask a Technical Question, Programming Document Number: MTN-8MAQSU Published Date: 10/06/2011 Share \| Rate Rate this article :	10/06/2011
	What is the best method to convert a STRING into a BYTE array and vice versa? Why is this conversion useful? Posted Date: 04/22/2014 Answer: STRINGs are special data types that contain hidden information which indicates the actual length of the data within the STRING variable. Sometimes this hidden data can be interpreted as part of the actual string contents. See the attached PDF for a detailed answer. Attachments: 61KB Product Group/Line: Controllers, MotionWorks IEC Topic/Sub Topic: Ask a Technical Question, Software Document Number: MTN-9J7PMQ Published Date: 04/22/2014 Share \| Rate Rate this article :	04/22/2014
	What is the battery current draw of the absolute encoder of the Sigma-5 motors with and without control power? Posted Date: 06/18/2013 Answer: The Sigma-5 absolute encoder's current draw when control power OFF is 20uA approximately and 30uA maximum with surrounding temperature at 25°C. Conversely, the Sigma-5 absolute encoder's current draw reduces to 3uA when control power is ON with surrounding temperature at 25°C . It is recommended to use lithium battery where its capacity depends on the number of axes used. Product Group/Line: Servo Products, SGDV EtherCAT, SGDV Indexer, SGDV MECHATROLINK-II, SGDV MECHATROLINK-III, SGDV MP2600iec, SGDV SigmaLogic Topic/Sub Topic: Ask a Technical Question, Specifications Document Number: MTN-97WJQX Published Date: 06/18/2013 Share \| Rate Rate this article :	06/18/2013
	What is the basic technique for manually tuning a Sigma-5 system with high inertia? Posted Date: 03/06/2014 Answer: Sigma-5 High inertia tuning technique is best performed with the Advanced one-parameter tuning feature within SigmaWin+. See attached example. Attachments: 4.4MB Product Group/Line: Servo Products, SGMAV Sigma-5, SGMGV Sigma-5, SGMJV Sigma-5, SGMSV Sigma-5 Topic/Sub Topic: Ask a Technical Question, Adjustments, Application Example, Applications, Hardware, Maintenance, Operation, Parameters, Programming, Sizing, Software, Start Up - Installation, Troubleshooting, Tuning Document Number: MTN-9GS2L4 Published Date: 03/06/2014 Share \| Rate Rate this article :	03/06/2014
	What is the approximate maximum number of times the Sigma II Series flash ROM can be written? Posted Date: 02/14/2006 Answer: The flash ROM can be written to approximately 10,000 times. One should avoid frequent and unecessary writing to the flash ROM when possible. If frequent tuning is necessary, Yaskawa recommends using methods which minimize frequent overwriting of the flash ROM. Product Group/Line: Servo Products, SGDH Sigma II Topic/Sub Topic: Ask a Technical Question, Hardware, Programming, Tuning Document Number: MTN-5RQJXA Published Date: 02/14/2006 Share \| Rate Rate this article :	02/14/2006
	What is the ambient temperature derating (L8-12 setting)? Posted Date: 01/22/2007 Answer: The output current capacity and the overload capabilities of the inverter depend on the ambient temperature. The higher the ambient temperature the lower is the maximum output current because the heat dissipation becomes more difficult. The overload protection function is active only when the current is above the maximum continuous output current level (112% of inverter rated current). At ambient temperatures higher than 45°C (40°C for IP20) this level will be lowered. The ambient temperature can be set in parameter L8-12. The setting range is 45°C to 60°C. Because the inverter has no IP00/20 detection the set value for L8-12 must be 5° higher than the real ambient temperature at IP20 units. Product Group/Line: Inverter Drives, E7 Drive, F7 Drive, G7 Drive Topic/Sub Topic: Ask a Technical Question, Programming, Protective Features, Specifications Document Number: DRV-5JVUWN Published Date: 01/22/2007 Share \| Rate Rate this article :	01/22/2007
	What is the air gap requirement for Yaskawa's Linear Motors? Posted Date: 07/13/2004 Answer: The air gap between the Linear Motor Coil and the Magnet track is as follows: SGLGW40 & SGLGW60 Coreless Series: 0.8 mm +/- 0.3 mm SGLFW Iron Core Series: 0.8 mm +/- 0.3 mm SGLTW20 & SGLTW35 Iron Core Series: 0.8 mm +/- 0.3 mm SGLTW40 & SGLTW80 Iron Core Series: 1.2 mm +/- 0.3 mm. The air gap or the air gap tolerance is a fixed value and is solely the function of the mechanical structure i.e. bearings and frame (not a function of the attraction force between the magnet track and the motor coil). The attaction force will change if the air gap is more or less than that which is optimum. Product Group/Line: Servo Products, SGLF Series, SGLG Series, SGLT Series Topic/Sub Topic: Ask a Technical Question, Integration, Specifications Document Number: MNEN-5CJMSS Published Date: 07/13/2004 Share \| Rate Rate this article :	07/13/2004
	What is SPi fault displayed? Posted Date: 04/21/2014 Answer: This is an indication that there is an input phase loss or there is internal component damage. Check input power and if possible, monitor input phase voltage (both line-to-line and line-to-ground). A missing input phase or large input voltage imbalance will result in SPi fault generation. Repair or replace the inverter with new Yaskawa drive according to the application For more information, please see the technical manual TM.4505 or view the P5 GPD506 Drive product page. Product Group/Line: Inverter Drives, GPD505 Drive, P5 Drive 600 Volt, P5 GPD506 Drive Topic/Sub Topic: Ask a Technical Question, Alarm, Branch Circuit, Fault Code Description, Maintenance, Power Quality, Troubleshooting Document Number: DRV-9J9K9H Published Date: 04/21/2014 Related Files: Technical Manual for GPD 505 Drive Share \| Rate Rate this article :	04/21/2014
	What is speed feedback compensation and when should it be used? Posted Date: 07/13/2004 Answer: Speed feedback compensation is typically applied when there is mechanical resonance in the system and the speed loop gain cannot be raised to achieve good response, such as shortened settling time in positioning. It allows the increase of speed reference gain with the speed feedback gain kept low by adjusting the speed feedback compensation value. Because the speed feedback gain is low, there is no vibration added to the resonance part of the machine, and good response is achieved due to the higher speed reference gain. The speed feedback compensation loop uses the speed feedback as the input. Using a proprietary algorithm, this signal is filtered to reduce the effect of disturbance and phase-lag compensation. The output is called the compensated feedback speed. This output, rather than the normal speed feedback signal may be selected via Pn110.1 for use in the speed control loop. Speed feedback compensation level, parameter Pn111, adjusts the gain of the speed compensation loop. Please note that with speed feedback compensation enabled, disturbance response is degraded because speed feedback gain is reduced. Also, the inertia ratio in Pn103 must be correctly set for the speed feedback compensation to function properly. Refer to section 6.2.6 in the Sigma II Servo System User's Manual for adjustment procedure. Product Group/Line: Servo Products, SGDH Sigma II Topic/Sub Topic: Ask a Technical Question, Specifications, Tuning Document Number: BLEG-5LETC6 Published Date: 07/13/2004 Share \| Rate Rate this article :	07/13/2004
	What is RoHS? Posted Date: 08/18/2015 Answer: RoHS stands for Reduction of Hazardous Substances, and specifies maximum levels of materials such as lead, mercury, and cadmium. The A1000 Drive, Dynamic Brake Module, D1000 Regenerative Converter, iQpump1000, L1000A Drive, L1000E Drive, P1000 Drive, R1000 Regenerative Unit, Z1000 Drive are made of materials that comply with RoHS. Product Group/Line: Inverter Drives, A1000 Drive, Dynamic Brake Module, D1000 Regenerative Converter, iQpump1000, L1000A Drive, L1000E Drive, P1000 Drive, R1000 Regenerative Unit, Z1000 Drive, V1000 Drive, J1000 Drive Topic/Sub Topic: Ask a Technical Question, Specifications Document Number: DRV-8CDKCJ Published Date: 08/18/2015 Share \| Rate Rate this article :	08/18/2015
	What is required to start and stop the GPD515/G5 from the digital operator? Posted Date: 06/08/2007 Answer: To run the motor/drive system from the digital operator press the LOCAL/REMOTE key to switch between local and remote control. To control the reference and run command from the digital operator, parameter b1-01 and b1-02 must be set to =0. For more information on Run and Reference source commands, please refer to TM4515. Product Group/Line: Inverter Drives, E7 Drive, F7 Drive, G5HHP Drive, G5 GPD515 Drive, G5 Drive 600 Volt Topic/Sub Topic: Ask a Technical Question, Starting - Stopping Document Number: DRV-5NSJBE Published Date: 06/08/2007 Share \| Rate Rate this article :	06/08/2007
	What is required to replace the digital operator on the V7 NEMA 4 drive? What is the replacement part number? Posted Date: 05/07/2015 Answer: Should the digital operator require replacement on a V7 NEMA 4 drive, it's recommended to replace both the cover and digital operator board (sold separately). This is because the operator overlay sheet is applied directly to the cover but the digital operator board is removable from the back of the cover. - The NEMA 4 cover part number for 0.2kW - 0.7kW drives is UUX000247. - The NEMA 4 cover part number for 1.5kW - 3.7kW drives is UUX000248. - The NEMA 4 digital operator board part number for 0.2kW - 3.7kW drives is CDR001106. Product Group/Line: Inverter Drives, V74X Drive Topic/Sub Topic: Ask a Technical Question, Parts or Replacement Document Number: DRV-5WKKAH Published Date: 05/07/2015 Share \| Rate Rate this article :	05/07/2015
	What is involved with converting from "Relay Type" extended I/O ("I" option) to Solid State I/O ("J" Option) on an SMC-2000? Posted Date: 04/01/2009 Answer: In some cases the "J" option board is a direct replacement for the "I" option board. The two choices are very similar options by design. This allows a very easy upgrade under certain conditions. See attached .PDF file for comparison chart and flowchart. Attachments: 260KB Product Group/Line: Controllers, SMC-2000 Topic/Sub Topic: Ask a Technical Question, Document Clarification, Hardware, Procedure - Policy, Instructions, Options, Parts or Replacement Document Number: MTN-68UKXE Published Date: 04/01/2009 Share \| Rate Rate this article :	04/01/2009
	What is EN954-1 Safety Category 3? Posted Date: 07/27/2007 Answer: A safety standard requiring a hard-wired base-block function, which is a standard feature of the V1000. Product Group/Line: Inverter Drives, V1000 Drive Topic/Sub Topic: Ask a Technical Question, Specifications Document Number: DRV-75FSMU Published Date: 07/27/2007 Share \| Rate Rate this article :	07/27/2007
	What is EN61800-5-1 and TUV? Posted Date: 01/04/2011 Answer: A functional safety standard that can be addressed by the Safe-Torque-Off function which is standard on the A1000. TUV is a well known 3rd party used for certifying products for functional safety. Product Group/Line: Inverter Drives, A1000 Drive Topic/Sub Topic: Ask a Technical Question, Specifications Document Number: DRV-8CDKDV Published Date: 01/04/2011 Share \| Rate Rate this article :	01/04/2011
	What is DriveWizard Mobile, and what products does it support? Posted Date: 06/19/2022 Answer: DriveWizard Mobile is a free application tool for use on both Android and Apple smartphones and tablets. It provides colorful intuitive drive programming, parameter backup, cloud access, troubleshooting help, and access to mobile-friendly instructions. DriveWizard Mobile and the DriveCloud support these Yaskawa AC drive products: GA800, GA500, FP605, HV600, and HV600 Bypasses. DriveWizard Mobile supports the newest generation of Yaskawa AC drives and does not support previous generation Yaskawa AC drives. Product Group/Line: Inverter Drives, GA800 Drive, DriveWizard Mobile, GA800 Configured, GA500 Drive, FP605, HV600 Drive, HV600 Enclosed Bypass, HV600 Enclosed Configured, HV600 Narrow Bypass, HV600 Narrow Configured Topic/Sub Topic: Ask a Technical Question, Product Launch, Software Document Number: INV-HQ4IY6 Published Date: 06/19/2022 Share \| Rate Rate this article :	06/19/2022
	What is California's Proposition 65? Posted Date: 06/01/2020 Answer: California Proposition 65 is a standalone program that affects commercial goods sold in the state of CA. This was enacted in 1986 as "The safe Drinking Water and Toxic Enforcement Act of 1986". Businesses, including manufacturers, producers, packagers, importers, suppliers and distributors, are required to provide warnings required under the California Code of Regulations (the “Code”) if their products or facilities can expose consumers or workers to a listed chemical above identified threshold levels, known to the state of California to cause cancer or reproductive harm. The chemical list contains more than 900 substances, and this list is updated every year. Read Full Policy Product Group/Line: Controllers, Inverter Drives, Servo Products, Spindle Products, General Servo, General Spindle, General Controllers, MP3300iec, Sigma-7Siec, MP3300iec-RBT, Panel PC, smartPanel, SLIO Modules, Yaskawa Remote IO Modules, MP3200, General Inverter Drives, GA800 Drive, GA800 Configured, A1000 Drive, A1000 Configured, U1000 Industrial Matrix Drive, G7 Drive, GA500 Drive, V1000 Drive, V1000-4X Drive, J1000 Drive, P1000 Drive, P1000 Bypass, P1000 Configured, Z1000 Drive, Z1000 Bypass, Z1000 Configured, Z1000 Redundant, Z1000U Matrix Drive, Z1000U Matrix Bypass, Z1000U Matrix Configured, iQpump1000, iQpump1000 Bypass, iQpump1000 Configured, iQpump Micro, iQpump Micro Configured, U1000 iQpump, U1000 iQpump Configured, L1000A Drive, L1000E Drive, D1000 Regenerative Converter, R1000 Regenerative Unit, MV1000 Drive, MV1000 NEMA 3R, SGD7W Mechatrolink-III, SGD7S Mechatrolink-III, SGD7W EtherCAT, SGD7S EtherCAT, SGD7S Analog, SGD7S Sigma-7Siec, SGD7S MP2600iec, SigmaLogic7 Compact, SigmaLogic7 Modbus, SGM7J Sigma-7, SGM7A Sigma-7, SGM7P Sigma-7, SGM7G Sigma-7, S7J Gear Motors, S7A Gear Motors, S7P Gear Motors, S7G Gear Motors, SGM7F Direct Drive, SGM7D Direct Drive, SGMCS Direct Drive, SGLF2 Series, SGLG Series, SGLT Series, Sigma Trac II, SGDV MECHATROLINK-III, SGDV MECHATROLINK-II, SGDV EtherCAT, SGDV Analog, SGDV SigmaLogic, SGDV MP2600iec, SGMMV Sigma-5 Mini, SGMJV Sigma-5, SGMAV Sigma-5, SGMGV Sigma-5, SGMSV Sigma-5, SGMVV Sigma-5, SGLF Series, Sigma SD Spindle Drive, Sigma SD Spindle Motor, HV600 Drive, HV600 Enclosed Bypass, HV600 Enclosed Configured, HV600 Narrow Bypass, HV600 Narrow Configured, FP605 Topic/Sub Topic: Ask a Technical Question, Environment Document Number: CNT-INV-SRV-SPN-322SVA Published Date: 06/01/2020 Share \| Rate Rate this article :	06/01/2020

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