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	In Compass, can you add decimal variables like injection speed or pressure? Posted Date: 05/19/2020 Answer: Yes, any datatype can be used, including 64 bit LREAL. Product Group/Line: Yaskawa Compass, Controllers Topic/Sub Topic: Software, Ask a Technical Question Document Number: CNT-RY5MPX Published Date: 05/19/2020 Share \| Rate Rate this article :	05/19/2020
	In a vertical axis application, the motor trips the overtravel switch and coasts to the hard stop. What might be the cause? Posted Date: 07/23/2001 Answer: The SGDH servopack has the ability to control the stop mode when an overtravel is tripped (if overtravel switches are wired into the SGDH as recommended). The default method of stopping is to disable the motor and allow the dynamic brake to stop the motor. This method works very well in most horizontal applications, but vertical applications require a different method. When using an MP940, the SGDH overtravel function will disable the motor, even if the MP940 did not execute the disable servomotor block. In this mode, the motor will then continue to coast, and the MP940 is not able to apply torque to stop the motor (because it is not enabled). In this example, it is better to change the overtravel method to keep the motor enabled when an overtravel is tripped. This can be done by setting the overtravel stop mode Pn001.1 to 1 (default is 0). This change allows the MP940 to bring the motor to a controlled stop. Product Group/Line: Controllers, Servo Products, MP940 Machine Controller, SGDH Sigma II Topic/Sub Topic: Ask a Technical Question, Operation, Start Up - Installation, Troubleshooting Document Number: MNEN-5CJMQ2 Published Date: 07/23/2001 Share \| Rate Rate this article :	07/23/2001
	In "rotary shortest" mode, what direction will the motor move if the commanded index is exactly opposite of the current position? Posted Date: 03/18/2002 Answer: In the rotary shortest mode of operation, the NS600 calculates the distance that the motor needs to travel in either direction to get from the current commanded position to the target position and rotates in the direction with the smaller distance. If the forward and reverse distances are equal, the motor will run in the forward direction. This decision is based on commanded position, not on actual position. forward distance < reverse distance : forward direction forward distance = reverse distance : forward direction forward distance > reverse distance : reverse direction To reverse the default forward/reverse direction, use parameter Pn000.0. By default, the forward direction is counterclockwise when viewing the shaft. Product Group/Line: Controllers, NS600 Indexer Topic/Sub Topic: Ask a Technical Question, Operation, Programming Document Number: MNEN-5CJMSE Published Date: 03/18/2002 Share \| Rate Rate this article :	03/18/2002
	I just recently added a PG board to my F7 drive, I now have a CPF06 active on my drive and it will not clear, what did I do wrong? Posted Date: 08/28/2012 Answer: This alarm commonly occurs when the PG board in place is not mounted properly to the Mounting spacer. When the spacer is not placed properly, the option card does not make full connectivity with all points on 4CN, thus causing instability in the control board logic. Figure 1 (attached) shows a mounting spacer Attachments: 46KB Product Group/Line: Inverter Drives, F7 Drive Topic/Sub Topic: Ask a Technical Question, Alarm Document Number: DRV-8W9J47 Published Date: 08/28/2012 Share \| Rate Rate this article :	08/28/2012
	I have a problem printing a MotionWorks IEC project. One of the error messages I receive says "Missing Source Data." Is there a solution to this issue? Posted Date: 06/28/2013 Answer: Yes. Replace the print template files with the files attached to this FAQ. This issue and remedy only applies to MotionWorks IEC v2.xx. The attached .zip file archive contains the print templates as well as a .PDF overview. Attachments: 1KB 2KB 2KB 47KB Product Group/Line: Controllers, MotionWorks IEC Topic/Sub Topic: Ask a Technical Question, Software Document Number: MTN-974JVR Published Date: 06/28/2013 Share \| Rate Rate this article :	06/28/2013
	I have an existing DWEZ program that was written for V1000. Can I reuse the program on the GA500? Posted Date: 09/27/2019 Answer: Yes, DWEZ 10 has a project conversion feature that can quickly and easier convert your V1000 DWEZ project to a GA500 DWEZ project. Product Group/Line: Inverter Drives, GA500 Drive, V1000 Drive Topic/Sub Topic: Ask a Technical Question, Product Launch, Programming, Software Document Number: INV-792BI2 Published Date: 09/27/2019 Share \| Rate Rate this article :	09/27/2019
	If we have our own software interface, can we implement Compass to our interface? Posted Date: 05/19/2020 Answer: Compass is designed to be the software interface to the MPiec for G-Code applications. Yaskawa Compass supports C# plugins, plugins can be imported. Product Group/Line: Yaskawa Compass, Controllers Topic/Sub Topic: Software, Ask a Technical Question Document Number: CNT-3MP4I1 Published Date: 05/19/2020 Share \| Rate Rate this article :	05/19/2020
	If three LEGEND-MC controllers are on a network and each of them is doing point-to-point moves, can the I/O of all controllers be used within the program? Posted Date: 03/21/2002 Answer: Yes. In the above scenario, one program can exist in the master, which can control all three servos. The main program can set and read the I/O from all controllers on it's network. Check the LEGEND-MC manual for commands such as SB, CB, and @IN[] to gain an understanding of the simple method in which I/O on the distributed control network is accessed. Product Group/Line: Controllers, SMC-3010 LEGEND-MC, YTerm Software Topic/Sub Topic: Ask a Technical Question, Network Communications, Programming Document Number: MNEN-5CJMP6 Published Date: 03/21/2002 Share \| Rate Rate this article :	03/21/2002
	If the Home switch (HOME) and inputs (EXT1, EXT2, EXT3) to the Sigma III Mechatrolink version Servopack are not used, and are not masked, can they be used as general purpose MP2000 inputs instead? Posted Date: 07/25/2005 Answer: Yes. These inputs are addressed at Monitor Word #46 (IW802E) in an SVB on the MP2000 product. Bits 2, 6, 7, and 8, for the HOME, EXT1, EXT2, EXT3 respectively. To address as bits in a ladder program for axis 1, the address are IB802E2, IB802E6, IB802E7, IB802E8 for HOME, EXT1, EXT2, EXT3 respectively. The state of over-travel inputs can also be monitored, if they are enabled. They are bits 0 and 1 of the input register above. To address as bits in a ladder program for an axis 1 servo the address are IB802E0 and IB802E1 for P-OT and N-OT respectively. Product Group/Line: Controllers, MP2300 Topic/Sub Topic: Ask a Technical Question, Procedure - Policy Document Number: MTN-6D4QFC Published Date: 07/25/2005 Share \| Rate Rate this article :	07/25/2005
	If the drives carrier frequency is changed , is it necessary to re-autotune the drive? Posted Date: 04/09/2012 Answer: No, it is not necessary to re-run auto-tune if the carrier frequency is changed . The auto-tune calculates motor constants so is not dependent on carrier frequency . Drives with vector control modes, open-loop vector and closed-loop vector, have a built-in auto-tuning function, which optimizes the inverter for any standard induction motor. For help with auto-tuning and carrier frequency, please consult the drive's on-line manual SIEPC71061641. Product Group/Line: Inverter Drives, A1000 Drive, AC7 Matrix Drive, F7 Drive, G5 Drive 600 Volt, G5 GPD515 Drive, G7 Drive, V1000-4X Drive, V1000 Drive Topic/Sub Topic: Ask a Technical Question, Tuning Document Number: DRV-5F9TSA Published Date: 04/09/2012 Share \| Rate Rate this article :	04/09/2012
	If a variable has both an Initial Value and is marked as Retained, which value will the IEC application use after a Warm Start? What value will be used after a Cold Start? Posted Date: 10/11/2013 Answer: Initial values are loaded before retained data is copied into the IEC application. A variable that has both an Initial Value and is marked Retained will retain it's value after a Warm Start is performed. If a Cold Start is performed, the variable will be set to the Initial Value setting, effectively erasing the retained data. Product Group/Line: Controllers, MotionWorks IEC Topic/Sub Topic: Ask a Technical Question, Programming Document Number: MTN-9CCRGS Published Date: 10/11/2013 Share \| Rate Rate this article :	10/11/2013
	I cannot change the V/f pattern parameters from default. Is there a parameter inhibiting my changes? Posted Date: 08/02/2013 Answer: Set parameter E1-03 to F for the custom v/f. This setting enables changes throughout the E1 parameters. For more information, please see technical manual TM4515. Product Group/Line: Inverter Drives, G5 GPD515 Drive Topic/Sub Topic: Ask a Technical Question, Parameters Document Number: DRV-9A5QQB Published Date: 08/02/2013 Share \| Rate Rate this article :	08/02/2013
	I am writing to the speed reference register using MODBUS TCP/IP for my 1000 series drive, yet U1-01 does not read properly. I can write to other registers with no problem. What are my possible issues? Posted Date: 08/13/2013 Answer: Please try to use the software ComTest Pro Communication Test Software found at: http://www.baseblock.com/PRODUCTS/demosoftware.htm. This is a barebones software which will allow you to find the root register you may be dealing with. If you determine the register (register 1) is not writing to your device, please disconnect your control terminals and reinitialize. If a frequency reference is being given through the terminal strip, it will override your MODBUS TCP/IP frequency reference. Product Group/Line: Inverter Drives, A1000 Configured, A1000 Drive, iQpump1000, L1000A Drive, L1000V Drive, P1000 Configured, P1000 Drive, V1000-4X Drive, V1000 Drive, Z1000 Bypass, Z1000 Configured, Z1000 Drive Topic/Sub Topic: Ask a Technical Question, Network Communications, Operation Document Number: DRV-8ZLKSP Published Date: 08/13/2013 Share \| Rate Rate this article :	08/13/2013
	I am using the MOP function on the 7 series drives and on my deceleration; the drive is following the speed pot instead of the deceleration time. Why is that? Posted Date: 02/28/2013 Answer: This Problem does not present itself very often. In nearly all MOP operation, connection is usually not used on terminals A1 and A2. The analog inputs can be used and, by default are used for speed limiting. When deceleration is done to the drive, the drive will follow the speed limit. Product Group/Line: Inverter Drives, A1000 Drive, E7 Drive, F7 Drive, G7 Drive, P1000 Drive, P7 Drive, V1000 Drive, V7 Drive, Z1000 Drive Topic/Sub Topic: Ask a Technical Question, Troubleshooting Document Number: DRV-95BPS5 Published Date: 02/28/2013 Share \| Rate Rate this article :	02/28/2013
	I am replacing my V1000 with a GA500. How can I convert the parameters quickly? Posted Date: 09/27/2019 Answer: DriveWizard Industrial has a project conversion program that can quickly and easily convert your V1000 parameters for use in a GA500. Product Group/Line: Inverter Drives, GA500 Drive Topic/Sub Topic: Ask a Technical Question, Product Launch, Drive Wizard, Programming, Parameters Document Number: INV-C51SA6 Published Date: 09/27/2019 Share \| Rate Rate this article :	09/27/2019
	I am replacing my P1000 with a FP605. How can I convert the parameters quickly? Posted Date: 04/07/2022 Answer: DriveWizard Industrial has a project conversion program that can quickly and easily convert your P1000 parameters for use in a FP605. Product Group/Line: Inverter Drives, FP605, P1000 Drive, DriveWizard Industrial Topic/Sub Topic: Ask a Technical Question, Programming, Product Launch Document Number: INV-38UJ58 Published Date: 04/07/2022 Share \| Rate Rate this article :	04/07/2022
	I am beginning EtherCAT master development. What do I need to know in regards to the Yaskawa drive interface? Posted Date: 03/16/2015 Answer: Refer to the attached document or the text below. PRELIMINARY: - Start with Yaskawa.com SRV-E17E47. - Proceed with AN.MTN.01 “EtherCAT Master Architecture”. - Additional topics pertaining to EtherCAT master development are below: ESI File Usage: - By reading the Yaskawa ESI file, the Yaskawa drive’s manufacturer specific objects may be visible to be read and written (example: Yaskawa drive parameters). - For SGDV, if reading the ESI file, only 1 PDO map assignment per Sync Manager assignment is allowed (due to the “exclude” tag), when in fact 2 are possible if reading the PDO information from the EEPROM. - Therefore, the recommendation is to read the ESI file for CoE objects, and then read the EEPROM for the PDO info. Network Trace Tool: - Obtain a network trace tool if a Wireshark trace can provide useful information for development. - Product: Beckhoff ET2000. A nanosecond timestamp is added to the packet. - Search ethercat.org for additional information about Wireshark usage. Known Working EtherCAT Master For Comparison: - Refer to AN.MTN.03 “EtherCAT Servo Drive Quick Start Guide” for instructions to set up a known working EtherCAT Master for comparison for EtherCAT master development. COMMUNICATIONS: Enabling Distributed Clocks: - Some stack vendors distribute the Distributed Clock (DC) mechanism as a separate package (example: acontis). Yaskawa requires using DC when using Cyclic motion modes as indicated in AN.MTN.01. - The DC mechanism is possible to be implemented independent of using the DC mechanism package from the master stack vendor, but support from Yaskawa to implement a successful DC mechanism may be limited, as Yaskawa recommends obtaining the developed DC mechanism package from the master stack vendor. Implementation of the DC mechanism may require additional documentation from Yaskawa regarding ESC registers. This may be available upon request. - Refer to AN.MTN.01 for a process to determine usage and settings of DC. Supported EtherCAT Commands: - For SGDV, as mentioned in the Yaskawa EtherCAT drive’s user’s manual SIEPC72082904, the Yaskawa drive supports: APRD, FPRD, BRD, LRD, APWR, FPWR, BWR, LWR, ARMW, FRMW. - The Yaskawa drive does not support APRW, FPRW, BRW, LRW. EtherCAT State Machine: - The state transition diagram is available in the user’s manual (for SGDV, SIEPC72082904). However, one alarm, A.A12 “Synchronization Error” will cause the EtherCAT state to drop to Safe-Operational, as described in the Yaskawa EtherCAT drive’s user’s manual (for SGDV, SIEPC72082904). File Over EtherCAT (FoE): - The Yaskawa drive supports FoE. Therefore, implementing FoE in the master may be desirable to utilize future features of the Yaskawa drive that utilize FoE. ENI File: - When using a non-Beckhoff ENI file generator, and issues occur such as initialization failure, generate an ENI file using the Beckhoff EtherCAT Configuration Tool (ET9000), and re-test. - Example: The drive may need to be instructed to transition to INIT, even though the assumed first state is INIT. The ENI file generated by Beckhoff’s EtherCAT Configuration Tool (ET9000) include this. Attachments: 648KB Product Group/Line: Servo Products, SGDV EtherCAT, Network-Comm-EtherCAT Topic/Sub Topic: Applications, Ask a Technical Question, Integration, Network Communications, Networks, Operation, Start Up Document Number: SRV-Y4P05Q Published Date: 03/16/2015 Related Files: EtherCAT Master Architecture Share \| Rate Rate this article :	03/16/2015
	I already have a Partner Account for www.yaskawa.com, can I use it for my Yaskawa Drive Cloud login? Posted Date: 08/03/2018 Answer: No. Yaskawa Drive Cloud accounts are unique and not associated with any other accounts you may have with www.yaskawa.com. Product Group/Line: Inverter Drives, DriveWizard Mobile Topic/Sub Topic: Ask a Technical Question, Product Launch, Drive Software, Drive Wizard, Instructions Document Number: INV-ZAR49T Published Date: 08/03/2018 Share \| Rate Rate this article :	08/03/2018
	How to tune with a SigmaLogic? Posted Date: 02/15/2016 Answer: Please see the attached document illustrating steps to fully tune a SigmaLogic system. Attachments: 1.7MB Product Group/Line: SigmaLogic Software Package, Servo Products Topic/Sub Topic: Tuning, Ask a Technical Question Document Number: SRV-84EV75 Published Date: 02/15/2016 Share \| Rate Rate this article :	02/15/2016
	How to set up the Multi-turn Limit for an Infinite Axis with an Absolute Encoder Posted Date: 02/18/2009 Answer: Change Pn205 under the Absolute Encoder tab in the Configuration Tool (CT). See the attached .PDF file for full instructions. Attachments: 52KB Product Group/Line: Controllers, MotionWorks IEC Topic/Sub Topic: Ask a Technical Question, Programming, Software, Start Up - Installation, Troubleshooting Document Number: MTN-7N8UAE Published Date: 02/18/2009 Share \| Rate Rate this article :	02/18/2009

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