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	How many monitors can I record with the data logger feature? Posted Date: 09/27/2019 Answer: You can log up to twelve monitors if your sampling time is 100 ms or greater. If your sampling time is less than 100 ms, you can log up to four monitors. Product Group/Line: Inverter Drives, GA500 Drive Topic/Sub Topic: Ask a Technical Question, Product Launch, Maintenance Document Number: INV-CPUH53 Published Date: 09/27/2019 Share \| Rate Rate this article :	09/27/2019
	How many monitors can I record with the data logger feature? Posted Date: 04/07/2022 Answer: You can log up to twelve monitors if your sampling time is 100 ms or greater. If your sampling time is less than 100 ms, you can log up to four monitors. Product Group/Line: Inverter Drives, FP605 Topic/Sub Topic: Ask a Technical Question, Keypad-Operator, Product Launch Document Number: INV-7O1F13 Published Date: 04/07/2022 Share \| Rate Rate this article :	04/07/2022
	How many latch inputs are on the 400 VAC Sigma-7W Mechatrolink-III Dual Axis Servopack? Posted Date: 11/06/2018 Answer: The 400VAC Sigma-7W Mechatrolink-III Dual Axis Servopack has a total of 4 high speed latch inputs, EXT 1 and EXT 2 for Axis A, and EXT 1 and EXT 2 for Axis B. For simultaneous-latching, two latches per axis may be used. See the user's manual SIEP_S800002_20, Sections 4.2 for a Basic Wiring Diagram and Section 4.5.1 for the I/O Signal Connections. Example: Setting EXT 1 and 2 for Axis A, and EXT 1 and 2 for Axis B. Method 1: Pn50A.0 on both Axes: (default) 1. [Use the Sigma-7S interchangeable I/O signal allocation (Sets the amplifier to use Pn50A-Pn518 for signal allocation)] Pn511.1 [/EXT1] on both Axes: (default) 4. [CN1-10 is /EXT1 for Axis A. CN1-19 is /EXT1 for Axis B] Pn511.2 [/EXT2] on both Axes: (default) 5. [CN1-11 is /EXT2 for Axis A. CN1-20 is /EXT2 for Axis B] Method 2: Pn50A.0 on both Axes: 2. [Use the multi axis I/O signal allocation (Sets the amplifier to use Pn590-Pn5BF for signal allocation)] Pn593.0-2 [/EXT1] on Axis A: (default) 010 [Allocate the signal to CN1-10] Pn593.0-2 [/EXT1] on Axis B: (default) 019 [Allocate the signal to CN1-19] Pn594.0-2 [/EXT2] on Axis A: (default) 011 [Allocate the signal to CN1-11] Pn594.0-2 [/EXT2] on Axis B: (default) 020 [Allocate the signal to CN1-20] Product Group/Line: Servo Products, SGD7W Mechatrolink-III Topic/Sub Topic: Ask a Technical Question, Inputs - Outputs Document Number: SRV-4CN842 Published Date: 11/06/2018 Share \| Rate Rate this article :	11/06/2018
	How many latch inputs are on the 400VAC Sigma-7W EtherCAT Dual Axis Servopack? Posted Date: 12/10/2018 Answer: The 400VAC Sigma-7W EtherCAT Dual Axis Servopack, there are a total of 4 high speed latch inputs, Probe1 and Probe2 for Axis A, and Probe1 and Probe2 for Axis B. For simultaneous latching, two latches per axis may be used. See the user's manual SIEPS80000219, Sections 4.2 for a Basic Wiring Diagram and Section 4.5.1 for the I/O Signal Connections. Example: Setting Probe1 and 2 for Axis A, and Probe1 and 2 for Axis B. Method 1: Pn50A.0 on both Axes: (default) 1. [Use the Sigma-7S interchangeable I/O signal allocation (Sets the amplifier to use Pn50A-Pn518 for signal allocation)] Pn511.1 [/Probe1] on both Axes: (default) 3. [CN1-9 is /Probe1 for Axis A. CN1-18 is /Probe1 for Axis B] Pn511.2 [/Probe2] on both Axes: (default) 4. [CN1-10 is /Probe2 for Axis A. CN1-19 is /Probe2 for Axis B] Method 2: Pn50A.0 on both Axes: 2. [Use the multi axis I/O signal allocation (Sets the amplifier to use Pn590-Pn5BF for signal allocation)] Pn593.0-2 [/Probe1] on Axis A: (default) 009 [Allocate the signal to CN1-9] Pn593.0-2 [/Probe1] on Axis B: (default) 018 [Allocate the signal to CN1-18] Pn594.0-2 [/Probe2] on Axis A: (default) 010 [Allocate the signal to CN1-10] Pn594.0-2 [/Probe2] on Axis B: (default) 019 [Allocate the signal to CN1-19] Product Group/Line: Servo Products, SGD7W EtherCAT Topic/Sub Topic: Ask a Technical Question, Inputs - Outputs Document Number: SRV-280286 Published Date: 12/10/2018 Share \| Rate Rate this article :	12/10/2018
	How many latch inputs are on the 200 VAC Sigma-7W Mechatrolink-III Dual Axis Servopack? Posted Date: 01/03/2019 Answer: For the 200VAC Sigma-7W Mechatrolink-III Dual Axis Servopack, there are a total of 6 high speed latch inputs, EXT 1, EXT 2 and EXT 3 for Axis A, and EXT 1, EXT 2 and EXT 3 for Axis B. This means a user can have up to 6 separate high speed sensors wired to the servopack. ** Please note: While each axis has 3 latch inputs, only 2 high speed inputs may be used for simultaneous latching, while the 3rd would be allocated for another sensor. See user's manual SIEP_S800001_63, Sections 4.2 for a Basic Wiring Diagram and Section 4.5.1 for the I/O Signal Connections. Example: Wiring 3 high speed sensors for Axis A and 3 high speed sensors for Axis B Setting EXT 1, 2 and 3 for Axis A, and EXT 1, 2 and 3 for Axis B Method 1: Pn50A.0 on both Axes: (default) 1. [Use the Sigma-7S interchangeable I/O signal allocation (Sets the amplifier to use Pn50A-Pn518 for signal allocation)] Pn511.1 [/EXT1] on both Axes: (default) 3. [CN1-6 is /EXT1 for Axis A. CN1-12 is /EXT1 for Axis B] Pn511.2 [/EXT2] on both Axes: (default) 4. [CN1-7 is /EXT2 for Axis A. CN1-13 is /EXT2 for Axis B] Pn511.3 [/EXT3] on both Axes: (default) 5. [CN1-8 is /EXT3 for Axis A. CN1-14 is /EXT3 for Axis B] Method 2: Pn50A.0 on both Axes: 2. [Use the multi axis I/O signal allocation (Sets the amplifier to use Pn590-Pn5BC for signal allocation)] Pn593.0-2 [/EXT1] on Axis A: (default) 006 [Allocate the signal to CN1-6] Pn593.0-2 [/EXT1] on Axis B: (default) 012 [Allocate the signal to CN1-12] Pn594.0-2 [/EXT2] on Axis A: (default) 007 [Allocate the signal to CN1-7] Pn594.0-2 [/EXT2] on Axis B: (default) 013 [Allocate the signal to CN1-13] Pn595.0-2 [/EXT3] on Axis A: (default) 008 [Allocate the signal to CN1-8] Pn595.0-2 [/EXT3] on Axis B: (default) 014 [Allocate the signal to CN1-14] Product Group/Line: Servo Products, SGD7W Mechatrolink-III Topic/Sub Topic: Ask a Technical Question, Inputs - Outputs Document Number: SRV-OS65I4 Published Date: 01/03/2019 Share \| Rate Rate this article :	01/03/2019
	How many indexing steps can you make with SigmaLogic and LogicWorks? Posted Date: 09/15/2014 Answer: You can make up to 200 indexing steps with SigmaLogic and LogicWorks. Product Group/Line: Servo Products, SGDV SigmaLogic, SigmaLogic Software Package Topic/Sub Topic: Product Launch, Ask a Technical Question, Software Document Number: SRV-D1TNPQ Published Date: 09/15/2014 Share \| Rate Rate this article :	09/15/2014
	How many digital outputs can be allocated on the Z1000 bypass? Posted Date: 10/07/2013 Answer: The bypass control card provides 4 digital outputs. These outputs can be allocated using parameters Z2-23 to Z2-26. The drive also provides 4 digital outputs. The difference between the two sets of digital outputs is functionality. The outputs on the drive have functions designed for the drive ,whereas the outputs on the bypass have functions designed for the bypass cabinet, such as bypass run active, K1 contact closure, etc. See technical manual SIEPYAIZ1B01 for more information. Product Group/Line: Inverter Drives, Z1000 Bypass Topic/Sub Topic: Ask a Technical Question, Procedure - Policy Document Number: DRV-9BNNCX Published Date: 10/07/2013 Share \| Rate Rate this article :	10/07/2013
	How many control option cards can the FP605 configured package support? Posted Date: 02/17/2023 Answer: The FP605 configured drive may support one network option card and one of the two analog output option cards. If a network option card is not used, then both analog output option cards may be used. The FP605 configured packages also support the input option cards. Input option cards must be ordered separately and installed in the field. Only one input option card is supported if a network option card is used. Product Group/Line: Inverter Drives, FP605 Enclosed Configured Topic/Sub Topic: Ask a Technical Question, Product Launch, Options Document Number: INV-1W042H Published Date: 02/17/2023 Share \| Rate Rate this article :	02/17/2023
	How many connections can DWEZ Pro handle? Posted Date: 07/27/2007 Answer: The original spec included 80 connections but was downgraded to 50 connections during development due to memory limitations. Product Group/Line: Inverter Drives, V1000 Drive Topic/Sub Topic: Ask a Technical Question, DriveWorksEZ, Software Document Number: DRV-75FT83 Published Date: 07/27/2007 Share \| Rate Rate this article :	07/27/2007
	How many cam table points are available in the MPiec Series Controllers? Posted Date: 08/15/2013 Answer: The number of cam table points available depends on several factors, including memory allocation set through the IEC environment, the number of active cam tables at any given time, and how cams are being used by the application. The first factor is the memory allocation in the controller which only applies to the MP23xxiec. This determines how much memory is available for cam tables and how much is available for program execution. In the default memory configuration, the MP23xxiec controller has 7.5MB dedicated to active cam tables and 3.5 MB for the running memory of the IEC program. Large IEC programs, however, may require more running memory than the default, so there is an option in MotionWorks IEC to change from the default memory settings to 6.5 MB for the running memory and only 4.5MB of memory for active cam tables. This memory allocation function is not available with the MP2600iec controller because it is unlikely that a single-axis program will run into memory limits. It is also unnecessary with the MP3200iec controller because due to a much greater available memory (20MB for running cam tables and 52MB for IEC program memory). Each point in a cam table (master/follower pair) consumes 16 bytes of memory. A typical cam table may have a 360 degree master cycle and a desired resolution of 0.1 degrees (a master/follower pair ever 0.1 degrees or 3600 pairs total). This would require only 57600 bytes (0.055 MB) of memory. Even at the minimum memory settings, over 300 cam tables of this size could be active. A higher resolution would obviously require more memory. If application requirements require more cam table points than the available memory allows, there are a few options for reducing the cam table memory requirements: -- Reduce the master axis resolution for the cam table (or part of it): If the actual master position falls between two points on the cam table, the controller will automatically do a linear interpolation based on the previous and next master positions. Therefore, straight-line segments of the cam table, i.e. segments where the master and slave have a linear relationship, can be defined with only a start point and an end point. -- Use the CamGenerator function block for on-the-fly cam table generation: Often, flexible cam tables are required to allow for several different products or processes. However, a hundred different products doesn't have to mean 100 different cam tables are required. In most applications, only a few key parameters change from product to product. In these cases Yaskawa recommends calculating cam tables on-the-fly with the CamGenerator function block (found in the Cam Toolbox). -- Use the Y_ReleaseCamTable function block to free up memory from cam tables no longer needed: Cam tables will continue to take up memory even if they are no longer being used. To reclaim this memory, use the Y_ReleaseCamTable function block (found in the PLCopen_Plus firmware library). Product Group/Line: Controllers, MP2300Siec, MP2310iec, MP2600iec, MP3200iec Topic/Sub Topic: Ask a Technical Question, Hardware Document Number: MTN-9ABQX7 Published Date: 08/15/2013 Share \| Rate Rate this article :	08/15/2013
	How long will the Z1000 still be available? Posted Date: 09/03/2019 Answer: We expect a two-year transition to completely replace the Z1000. During that transition period, the Z1000 price will increase as production quantities diminish. Product Group/Line: Inverter Drives, HV600 Drive, Z1000 Drive Topic/Sub Topic: Ask a Technical Question, Product Launch Document Number: INV-6A06Y7 Published Date: 09/03/2019 Share \| Rate Rate this article :	09/03/2019
	How long will the absolute encoder battery last on a Sigma-5 or Sigma-7 servo system? Posted Date: 03/17/2016 Answer: The answer depends on the usage of the system. Please see attached document for details. Attachments: 105KB Product Group/Line: Servo Products, SGD7S Analog, SGD7S EtherCAT, SGD7S Mechatrolink-III, SGD7S MP2600iec, SGD7W Mechatrolink-III, SGDV Analog, SGDV EtherCAT, SGDV Indexer, SGDV MECHATROLINK-II, SGDV MECHATROLINK-III, SGDV MP2600iec, SGDV SigmaLogic, SGM7A Sigma-7, SGM7G Sigma-7, SGM7J Sigma-7, SGM7P Sigma-7, SGMAV Sigma-5, SGMGV Sigma-5, SGMJV Sigma-5, SGMMV Sigma-5 Mini, SGMSV Sigma-5, SGMVV Sigma-5 Topic/Sub Topic: Ask a Technical Question, Hardware Document Number: SRV-65CQ22 Published Date: 03/17/2016 Share \| Rate Rate this article :	03/17/2016
	How long will a Sigma II absolute encoder remember its absolute position data without a battery attached? Posted Date: 07/13/2004 Answer: If the battery voltage drops below the minimum voltage of 2.7V, an A.83 alarm will occur on the SGDH amplifier to signal that battery replacement is necessary. The battery should be replaced as soon as possible. If the battery is removed (or the encoder cable is disconnected) while control power to the SGDH amplifier is off, the absolute encoder will lose its position data within 2 to 3 seconds. To prevent the encoder from losing its data, make sure you replace the battery while the SGDH amplier control power is on. After the battery has been replaced, the power to the amplifier should be cycled. Product Group/Line: Servo Products, SGDH Sigma II Topic/Sub Topic: Ask a Technical Question, Alarm, Specifications, Troubleshooting Document Number: MNEN-5CJMRJ Published Date: 07/13/2004 Share \| Rate Rate this article :	07/13/2004
	How long is the return number valid? Posted Date: 04/22/2014 Answer: When a return number is issued it will expire if the item is not received at the factory within 30 calendar days. If your return number has expired, please resubmit your request. Product Group/Line: Inverter Drives, Controllers, Servo Products, General Controllers, General Inverter Drives, General Servo Topic/Sub Topic: Ask a Technical Question, Repair Document Number: DRV-9BJPJ3 Published Date: 04/22/2014 Share \| Rate Rate this article :	04/22/2014
	How is torque feed forward implemented using an MPiec series controller? Posted Date: 02/08/2016 Answer: See attached docuement. (Note: Motionworks version 3.0 (or higher) and an MPiec series controller running firmware 3.0 (or higher) is required) Attachments: 42KB Product Group/Line: Controllers, MP2300Siec, MP3200iec, MP2600iec, MP3300iec, MotionWorks IEC Topic/Sub Topic: Ask a Technical Question, Application Example Document Number: CNT-SRV-M30MS7 Published Date: 02/08/2016 Share \| Rate Rate this article :	02/08/2016
	How is the Sequence Table Executed on SigmaLogic? Posted Date: 03/02/2015 Answer: The sequences are first created with the free LogicWorks software. Then they can be executed in a Test Mode independently from the PLC inside of LogicWorks. Finally they can be executed from the Rockwell 5000 software through the Motion Sequence Run (MSQR_Yaskawa) Add On Instruction. They can even be edited from the PLC with the Motion Sequence Edit (MSQE_Yaskawa) Add On Instruction. To remove the communication delay between sequences, it is possible to automatically branch to another sequence when the first sequence is complete. Attachments: 294KB Product Group/Line: Servo Products, SigmaLogic Software Package, SGDV SigmaLogic Topic/Sub Topic: Ask a Technical Question, Programming Document Number: SRV-7B72W8 Published Date: 03/02/2015 Share \| Rate Rate this article :	03/02/2015
	How is the regen capacity (Pn600) set through the IEC Configuration Tool? Posted Date: 01/20/2009 Answer: Pn600 (regen capacity) can be modified in three ways: 1) From the front panel of the servopack 2) From the servopack setup & confituration software "SigmaWin" 3) From the controller software "MotionWorks IEC" configuration tool To see the procedure for setting this parameter through MotionWorks IEC, please see the attached .PDF document. Attachments: 65KB 62KB Product Group/Line: Controllers, MotionWorks IEC Topic/Sub Topic: Ask a Technical Question, Adjustments, Instructions, Parameters, Programming, Start Up - Installation Document Number: MTN-7N8JST Published Date: 01/20/2009 Share \| Rate Rate this article :	01/20/2009
	How is the P1000 rated and what are its limitations? Posted Date: 06/29/2012 Answer: The P1000 provides variable torque capability to align itself with centrifugal load applications such as fans and pumps. Continuous full torque is provided at full speed with an overload capability of 120% for 60 seconds. Continuous torque at lower speeds is restricted to variable torque levels (square of percent speed). This variable torque capability is different and more restrictive than the 'normal duty' rating associated with other products such as A1000, therefore the P1000 is not appropriate for any constant torque applications. Product Group/Line: Inverter Drives, P1000 Drive Topic/Sub Topic: Ask a Technical Question, Product Launch Document Number: DRV-8VQJV2 Published Date: 06/29/2012 Share \| Rate Rate this article :	06/29/2012
	How is the normal web page displayed when “This web UI requires a modern browser. … “ message is displayed in a Chrome browser? Posted Date: 03/29/2019 Answer: This usually occurs when firmware is downgraded. To view the normal web page the cache needs to be cleared and the page reloaded. If the browser is not in incognito mode Use the menu (the 3 dots at the upper right) to select More tools and then Clear browsing data, or use Ctrl+Shift+Del. In the Clear browsing data dialog select Cached images and files and press the Clear data button. Click on refresh and the normal web page is displayed. If the browser is in incognito mode Press F12 to open Developer tools, A window will appear at the bottom of the screen.Right click on the Refresh button and select Empty Cache and Hard Reload. The normal web page is displayed. See attached document for screen shots. Attachments: 641KB Product Group/Line: MP2600iec, Controllers, MP3200iec, MP3300iec, MP3300iec-RBT, Sigma-7Siec Topic/Sub Topic: Ask a Technical Question Document Number: CNT-718T1Z Published Date: 03/29/2019 Share \| Rate Rate this article :	03/29/2019
	How is the MP940 analog input used? Posted Date: 04/20/2001 Answer: The MP940 analog input is actually wired into the SGDH amplifier [1CN pin 5 (VREF) and pin 6 (SG)], but there are registers available in the MP940 to read the value of that input. These I/O variables are listed in MW+ as "Sigma_Analog_Input" (also available in MotionWorks at address IW0001) and "Sigma_Analog_Input_Voltage". "Sigma_Analog_Input" is an integer word that has a value between -32768 and 32767, while "Sigma_Analog_Input_Voltage" is scaled as a floating point number to reflect the actual input voltage (-12.0 to +12.0). A voltage reference exceeding 12V will cause "Sigma_Analog_Input_Voltage" to be a value of 12.0 volts. Example usage: A customer wants to control the jog speed of his motor with the analog input. The jog speed should vary from -MaxSpeed to +MaxSpeed (MaxSpeed is a variable). To accomplish this, set the jog block's speed property as "Sigma_Analog_Input / 32768 * MaxSpeed". The first half of this expression (Sigma_Analog_Input / 32768) will scale the voltage so it returns a value of -1 to 1, and multiplying this result by MaxSpeed will make the jog speed vary from -MaxSpeed to +MaxSpeed as desired. Note: The analog input can actually accept a signal up to 15VDC, but the analog-to-digital conversion is linear only to -12 to +12 volts. The following document explains this further. Attachments: 3KB Product Group/Line: Controllers, MotionWorks Plus Software, MP940 Machine Controller Topic/Sub Topic: Ask a Technical Question, Applications, Hardware, Programming Document Number: MNEN-5CJMLW Published Date: 04/20/2001 Share \| Rate Rate this article :	04/20/2001

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