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What documentation ships with the V1000?

07/27/2007

What documentation ships with the R1000?

07/15/2015

What documentation ships with the product?

09/03/2019

What documentation ships with the product?

01/14/2019

What documentation ships with the P1000?

06/29/2012

What documentation ships with the GA500?

09/30/2019

What documentation ships with the FP605?

03/31/2022

What documentation ships with the D1000?

07/15/2015

What documentation ships with the A1000?

01/03/2011

What could cause motion commands sent to an EtherCAT axis to be executed by a different axis than intended?

03/07/2014

What could cause an motor to run away when it is enabled (/S-ON goes low)?

07/13/2004

What could be the problem if a computer cannot communicate to a LEGEND-MC over Ethernet?

Answer:: Any device that attempts connection via Ethernet must have a unique IP (Internet Protocol) address. Having an IP address for a device is much like having a phone number for a telephone. As it would be impossible to make a call without a phone number, a connection cannot be established with a device if it does not have an IP address.

Many networks use a service called DHCP (Dynamic Host Control Protocol) that automatically assigns IP addresses as devices log on to the network. If the PC has not been connected to the network (that uses DHCP), it does not have an IP, therefore cannot connect to the LEGEND-MC . The PC must be configured (using Network Properties) to have an IP address. The Legend-MC must also be configured to have an IP address, using the IA command. (Remember that the IP address assigned to the LEGEND-MC will not be saved during a power cycle unless the BN command is used).

What to set the IP address to? This depends on how the PC TCP/IP properties are configured. If the PC has a static IP address of 192.138.7.1 and the Subnet mask is set to 255.255.255.0, the first three places of the IP address for the Legend MC must be the same as the PC. The last place must be different than the PC or any other device on the network. Be careful assigning IP addresses while on a network, as there are proper protocols in place regarding IP address usage/assignment.
Product Group/Line:: Controllers, SMC-3010 LEGEND-MC, YTerm Software
Topic/Sub Topic:: Ask a Technical Question, Network Communications, Troubleshooting
Document Number:: MNEN-5CJMSG
Published Date:: 03/19/2002

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03/19/2002

What Control Methods does the V1000 offer?

07/27/2007

What control methods does the P1000 offer?

06/29/2012

What control methods does the A1000 offer?

01/04/2011

What communications networks are included and available in the HV600?

09/03/2019

What communication networks are available for the FP605?

04/06/2022

What changes must be made in the program when switching from a 218IF-01 (JAPMC-CM2300-E) card to a 218IF-02 (JAPMC-CM2302-E) card on the MP2000 series controller platform?

03/10/2015

What causes ‘CPU Status: Stopped’ and how can it be fixed?

09/12/2014

What causes the MPiec Controller’s WebUI to report "Not a valid firmware file" when uploading a firmware?

06/13/2016

What causes the MotionWorks IEC error message "The project cannot be downloaded because it was compiled for a different device or a different version of the connected device. Please select the device version in the Resource Settings Dialog that matches the connected device."

09/13/2018

What causes FLT_BSY output to come on at a SigmaLogic AOI block?

09/15/2014

What causes an E19A alarm on the NS600 indexer and how is the error corrected?

07/13/2004

What CASE Software is available for the V1000-4X?

06/21/2010

What can cause a MotionWorks IEC 3.x USB license key to be unrecognized?

01/27/2017

What are the Z1000 ratings?

09/13/2012

What are the vibration specifications for Sigma II Motors?

06/30/2008

What are the V1000-4X's ratings?

06/21/2010

What are the units of the Sigma 2 Servopack (SGDH) Parameters, Pn301 (Contact Input Speed1), Pn302 (Contact Input Speed2), Pn303(Contact Input Speed3) and Pn304 (Jog Speed) when a Direct Drive motor is connected?

09/06/2004

What are the system requirements for DriveWizard Mobile?

08/03/2018

What are the steps when switching between motor types with the same Sigma-7 SERVOPACK?

02/07/2019

What are the steps to set up a Mechatrolink or DeviceNet Network on an MP940 with MotionWorks+?

07/13/2004

What are the steps to commissioning an MP930 Machine Control System?

Answer:: To start-up (commission) an MP930 Control system (Controller/Servos/I/O), please reference the following basic steps below. For details, please reference the specific manual. When executing these steps in a multi-axis system, it is best to take a systematic basic approach as shown. Start with each basic system module (such as the servos), and add other modules until the entire system is complete. This approach (as opposed to attempting to start the entire system at once) builds upon a known and successful base. In this case, as problems are encountered, is easier to troubleshoot each module and isolate problems with confidence - and solutions are often found very quickly.

MP930 Control System Component Examples:
MP930
Any Mechatrolink I/O Module
Sigma II Servos with NS100 Mechatrolink Comm Cards
Absolute or Incremental Encoder Motors

Pre-Startup:
Some common mistakes can be avoided with a thorough review of the following:
1) Encoder wiring.
2) Swapping motor power and encoder between two axes.
3) Swapping motor phases.
4) Mechatrolink wiring & termination errors.
5) Improper grounding.
For further details, refer to the FAQ Database regarding Mechatrolink Wiring Suggestions

Startup/Commissioning Procedure:

Step 1 (SGDH Servopack and SGMxH Motor)
- It is important to first perform a commissioning procedure on each Sigma II servo axis individually without the NS100. Search the FAQ database for the Sigma II Start-up (commissioning) procedure. Common errors often found here are A.C9 (due to encoder disconnection or noise), and A.81 (absolute encoder initialization alarm).
Servo Amp/Motor Commissioning Summary:
- Verify the Servopack is Cleared and Reset to Factory Default settings (Fn-005, Fn006, Fn014)
- Verify Main power is on, and no errors exist (display should read .bb or POT/NOT)
- Verify that 'servo enable' works properly and position loop is closed in jog mode via Fn002
(The shaft should resist movement)
- Test Jog the motor without the load (only shaft) via Fn002
- Test Jog the motor with the load connected, adjust and record speed & position loop gains and torque levels
- Connect 1CN cable (if needed), Verify Input signals via Un005, and Verify encoder signal via Un00D

Step 2 (NS100 Cards)
- With the systems control power off, carefully connect each NS100 Mechatrolink communication card to each Servopack.
(Be sure to attach the NS100s ground wire and ground extender stud to the SGDH ground terminals)
- Connect all Mechatrolink cables and terminators in the system, and set hardware address switch to a unique address.
- Apply system control power (all within 3 seconds of each other).
(At this point, the MP930 is not initialized, the SGDH displays should indicate '.bb', and the NS100 red Network light should be on).

Step 3 (MotionWorks Configuration)
- Log-on to the MP930 controller OFF-LINE (set up the system off line first).
- Setup the Module configuration. Click on each module, make necessary adjustments, and save.
- Adjust System Configuration as necessary, and save.
- Adjust Scan Time settings, and save (Typical settings are H=2msec, L=10 to 20msec).
- Set up Group Definition (assign axis to groups), and save.
- Verify Motion Parameter settings for each axis, and save.

Step 4 (MP930 Configuration)
- Perform Memory Clear operation (DipSW 3,4 on, cycle control power. Then DipSW 2 on, cycle power).
- Log-on to the MP930 controller ONLINE and verify proper communications.
- Perform an ALL FILE TRANSFER from the PC Hard Drive to the MP930 CPU.
- Cycle control power on the system. NS100 green Network light should be on.
- From Motion Parameters Servopack Tab, click on save for EACH individual axis. This will transfer all Servopack setup data to each Servopack individually. Note that it may be necessary to override and mask the Over Travel signals.
- Cycle control power on the system for the Servopack parameters to take affect.

Step 5 (Motion Test from MP930 Controller)
- Disable the H drawing, and L drawing to insure the program does not interfere with manual jog testing.
- Before Jogging the motor, first check to make sure the system is safe to move continuously. If not, it is recommended that the motor be disconnected from the load to verify complete jog operation.
- It is now possible to Servo Enable and test jog each axis in the system from the Setup Parameters Tab
(for more information on control registers, search FAQ Database for MP930 Programming Register Quick Reference).
Axis#1
- Note: the following can be adjusted from the Setup Parameters Tab
- Verify System is ready with IBC0007.
- Enable the servo with OBC0010. Verify with IBC0014 and IBC0008. Verify shaft torque closed loop.
- Set OLC022 Jog speed actual setting (10^n cmd units/min).
- Set OWC020 to 7 (Jog Mode), verify motor movement and speed.
(Speed can be checked via SGDH LED Un000 rpm or
via ILC028 post-quad pulse/sec by setting OWC02D = H8000).
- Tip1: when switching between Setup and the Monitor Tab, save current settings to keep synchronization.
- Tip2: when done testing, return values back to original and save
Axis#N
- Use the same procedure as above, but offset each register by 40Hex

Commissioning Complete!
Product Group/Line:: Controllers, MP930 Machine Controller
Topic/Sub Topic:: Ask a Technical Question, Procedure - Policy, Start Up - Installation
Document Number:: MNEN-5CJMJE
Published Date:: 10/26/2005

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10/26/2005

What are the similarities between MECHATROLINK-II and MECHATROLINK-III?

11/05/2013

What are the remedies when an I/O configuration error is present in MotionWorks IEC?

10/18/2010

What are the recommended programming practices when using function blocks?

09/06/2004

What are the ratings of the P1000?

06/29/2012

What are the ratings for the HV600 narrow packages?

05/14/2020

What are the ratings for the HV600 Enclosed packages?

05/14/2020

What are the ratings available for the HV600 drives?

09/03/2019

What are the ratings available for the FP605?

03/29/2022

What are the R1000 ratings?

07/15/2015

What are the potential uses for feature 3760 on update v1.1 (Add ability for OEM to programmatically post dialog box)?

02/09/2021

What are the possible causes of communication failure between an HMI and a MP9xx controller?

Answer:: Yaskawa has prepared start-up guides for many of the popular HMI products on the market today. These start-up guides are very helpful during startup. The MP products have port communication lights that blink rapidly when the MP product and the HMI are communicating properly.

If HMI communications cannot be established, investigate the following possibilities:

1) Ensure that the Memobus driver is installed in the proper directory and selected in the HMI Programming software.

2) Check the cable wiring, testing it pin for pin according to the wiring recommended in the Yaskawa start-up guide. With RS-422/485 communication, terminating resistors may be needed. Try removing the termination resistors if they are part of the circuit, or adding them if they were not. The success of terminating resistors sometimes depends on the characteristics of the cables used.

3) Check the digital ground and field ground (shield) connections. Make sure that the digital and field ground are separated. Follow the grounding/shielding recommendations in the start-up guide.

4) Check the communications protocol setting in both the HMI and the MP product (typically port 2). Select 19.2kBaud, Even Parity, 8 data bits, 2 stop bit, Memobus RTU transmission mode.

5) Make certain that the slave address is set properly.

6) Make sure the right MP series controller is selected. Some HMI products require this selection.

7) Verify that the active page on the HMI actually monitors/sets a valid MP register (any register MW/MB/MF/ML register within MW00000 thru MW32767).

For more information regarding specific startup and setup information, please click on this FAQ link FAQ.
Product Group/Line:: Controllers, MP920 Machine Controller, MP930 Machine Controller, MP940 Machine Controller
Topic/Sub Topic:: Ask a Technical Question, Troubleshooting, Wiring
Document Number:: MNEN-5CJMML
Published Date:: 05/03/2001

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05/03/2001

What are the pin-outs for SGDH analog monitor connector CN5?

09/21/2004

What are the options for providing Sigma III (SGDS-***12A) Mechatrolink II ServoPack units with absolute encoder battery back-up techniques?

06/25/2013

What are the operator overlay specs?

06/21/2010

What are the new capabilities of DriveWizard Industrial, and will it be backward compatible?

01/14/2019

What are the new capabilities of DriveWizard® Industrial, and will it be backward compatible?

04/12/2022

What are the new capabilities of DriveWizard® HVAC, and will it be backward compatible?

09/03/2019

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