SINAMICS DCM

Control Module for

DC variable-speed drives

Operating Instructions
10/2011 Edition

SINAMICS drives
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Preface

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Notes

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Ordering information 2
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Description 3

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Technical data 4

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Transport, unpacking,
installation 5
Operating Instructions
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Connecting 6

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Additional system
components 7

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Commissioning 8

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Operation 9

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Descriptions of functions 10

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Maintenance 11

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Applications 12
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Appendix A A
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Appendix B B
Software release 1.3

10.2011
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Product name
The SINAMICS DCM documentation uses the following product names:
● SINAMICS DCM
● SINAMICS DC MASTER

Device software version

As these Operating Instructions went to print, SINAMICS DCM Control Modules were being
supplied from the factory with software release specified on Page 3.
However, these Operating Instructions can, in principle, also apply to other software
versions.
● Older software versions:
It is possible that not all of the functions described here may be available.
● Newer software versions:
It is possible that SINAMICS DCM Control Modules may feature additional functions that
are not described in these Operating Instructions. Do not change any parameters that
you cannot find in the List Manual from their factory setting, and do not give parameters
any values that are not specified in the List Manual.
The software release is displayed using r50060[6].
Example:
01010203 displayed on the BOP20 means 01.01.02.03 → Version 1.1, Service Pack 2,
Hotfix 3
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SINAMICS DCM documentation available

SINAMICS DCM DC Converters Operating Instructions

contains all information on
ordering, installation, connecting, commissioning, maintaining, description of functions,
and service
SINAMICS DCM Control Modules Operating Instructions
contains all information on
ordering, installation, connecting, commissioning, maintaining, description of functions,
and service
SINAMICS DCM List Manual (for DC converters and control modules)
Contains
parameter list, function diagrams, list of faults and alarms

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SINAMICS free function blocks, function description

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the list of faults and alarms.
SINAMICS DCM DVD documentation
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Function diagrams in VISIO® format
Application notes
Spare parts list

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Spare parts
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Preface ...................................................................................................................................................... 3
1 Notes ....................................................................................................................................................... 15
1.1 Alarm messages ..........................................................................................................................15
1.2 ESD-sensitive components..........................................................................................................17
2 Ordering information ................................................................................................................................ 19
2.1 Unit order numbers ......................................................................................................................19
2.2 Rating plates, packaging label .....................................................................................................20
2.3 Ordering information for options and accessories .......................................................................22
3 Description............................................................................................................................................... 29
4 Technical data ......................................................................................................................................... 33
4.1 Environmental conditions.............................................................................................................34
4.2 Unit data.......................................................................................................................................35
5 Transport, unpacking, installation ............................................................................................................ 37
5.1 Transportation, unpacking ...........................................................................................................37
5.2 Installation ....................................................................................................................................38
5.2.1 Dimension drawings.....................................................................................................................39
5.2.2 Dividing the unit ...........................................................................................................................42
5.2.3 Removal/Installation and division of modules..............................................................................44
5.2.3.1 Removing modules ......................................................................................................................44
5.2.3.2 Firing pulse transformers C98043-A7043....................................................................................46
5.2.3.3 Fuse monitoring equipment C98043-A7118 and voltage measurement equipment
C98043-A7117 .............................................................................................................................49
5.2.4 Installing options and accessories ...............................................................................................51
5.2.4.1 AOP30 operator panel .................................................................................................................51
5.2.4.2 Fuse monitoring distributor C98043-A7112 .................................................................................51
5.2.4.3 Installing a second CUD ..............................................................................................................51
6 Connecting .............................................................................................................................................. 53
6.1 Instructions for EMC-compliant drive installation.........................................................................55
6.1.1 Basic information about EMC ......................................................................................................55
6.1.2 EMC-compliant drive installation (installation instructions)..........................................................58
6.1.3 Arranging components for converter units...................................................................................63
6.1.4 Information on line-side harmonics produced by converter units in a fully-controlled two-
pulse bridge circuit configuration (B6C and (B6)A(B6)C) ............................................................64
6.1.5 Data on the line-side harmonics from converter units in a fully-controlled AC bridge circuit
B2C ..............................................................................................................................................66
6.2 Cable routing in the unit ...............................................................................................................67
6.3 Block diagram with connection suggestion..................................................................................70

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6.4 Connecting the external power unit ............................................................................................ 73

6.5 Division options ........................................................................................................................... 80
6.6 Measurement of the armature current ........................................................................................ 92
6.6.1 General information..................................................................................................................... 92
6.6.2 Current measurement with two current transformers on the line side ........................................ 93
6.6.3 Current measurement via terminal block XB-1 to XB-4 with external measuring circuit ............ 95
6.6.3.1 External current transformers in V-circuit with +1 V at rated armature DC current .................... 95
6.6.3.2 External current transformers in V-circuit with +10 V at rated armature DC current .................. 96
6.6.3.3 Differential input for +/-10 V at rated armature DC current......................................................... 96
6.6.3.4 Input for +/-1 V at rated armature DC current ............................................................................. 97
6.6.4 External current measurement via X21A or X_I_IST .................................................................. 98
6.6.5 Offset correction via XN1 ............................................................................................................ 98
6.6.6 Information on the differential input, control limits, and grounding ............................................. 99
6.7 Connecting the firing pulse transformers .................................................................................. 100
6.7.1 General information................................................................................................................... 100
6.7.2 Normal use (individual) ............................................................................................................. 100
6.7.3 Parallel connection of firing pulses ........................................................................................... 101
6.7.4 External amplification of firing pulses........................................................................................ 101
6.8 Connecting voltage measurement equipment .......................................................................... 102
6.9 Connecting fuse monitoring equipment .................................................................................... 103
6.10 Parallel connection of power units ............................................................................................ 104
6.11 Field supply ............................................................................................................................... 106
6.12 Line reactors ............................................................................................................................. 108
6.13 Fuses......................................................................................................................................... 109
6.14 Arrangement of printed circuit boards....................................................................................... 110
6.15 Arrangement of customer connections (connector terminals, Faston mounting tabs) ............. 112
6.16 Connector assignment (terminals, Faston mounting tabs, ribbon cables)................................ 118
6.16.1 Connecting the protective conductor ........................................................................................ 119
6.16.2 Exciter circuit............................................................................................................................. 119
6.16.3 Electronics power supply .......................................................................................................... 119
6.16.4 Open-loop and closed-loop control section............................................................................... 120
6.16.5 Voltage measurement equipment ............................................................................................. 130
6.16.6 Fuse monitoring equipment....................................................................................................... 131
6.16.7 Firing pulse transformers .......................................................................................................... 132
6.16.8 Firing pulse................................................................................................................................ 136
6.16.9 Ribbon cables ........................................................................................................................... 138
6.16.10 Assignment of the RS485 cable to the AOP30 ......................................................................... 143
7 Additional system components .............................................................................................................. 145
7.1 Option Board: Communication Board Ethernet CBE20 ............................................................ 146
7.1.1 Description ................................................................................................................................ 146
7.1.2 Safety instructions..................................................................................................................... 146
7.1.3 Interface description.................................................................................................................. 147
7.1.3.1 Overview ................................................................................................................................... 147
7.1.3.2 X1400 Ethernet interface .......................................................................................................... 147
7.1.4 Meaning of the LEDs................................................................................................................. 148

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7.1.5 Installation ..................................................................................................................................150

7.1.6 Technical data............................................................................................................................150
7.2 Sensor Module Cabinet-Mounted SMC30 .................................................................................151
7.2.1 Description .................................................................................................................................151
7.2.2 Safety instructions......................................................................................................................152
7.2.3 Interface description...................................................................................................................153
7.2.3.1 Overview ....................................................................................................................................153
7.2.3.2 X500 DRIVE-CLiQ interface ......................................................................................................154
7.2.3.3 X520 encoder system interface .................................................................................................154
7.2.3.4 X521/X531 alternative encoder system interface ......................................................................155
7.2.3.5 X524 electronic power supply ....................................................................................................156
7.2.4 Connection examples ................................................................................................................156
7.2.5 Meaning of the LEDs .................................................................................................................159
7.2.6 Dimension drawing ....................................................................................................................160
7.2.7 Installation ..................................................................................................................................160
7.2.8 Protective conductor connection and shield support .................................................................162
7.2.9 Technical data............................................................................................................................163
7.3 Terminal Module TM15 ..............................................................................................................167
7.3.1 Description .................................................................................................................................167
7.3.2 Safety Information......................................................................................................................167
7.3.3 Interface description...................................................................................................................168
7.3.3.1 Overview ....................................................................................................................................168
7.3.3.2 X500 and X501 DRIVE-CLiQ interface......................................................................................169
7.3.3.3 X524 electronic power supply ....................................................................................................169
7.3.3.4 X520 digital inputs/outputs.........................................................................................................170
7.3.3.5 X521 digital inputs/outputs.........................................................................................................171
7.3.3.6 X522 digital inputs/outputs.........................................................................................................171
7.3.4 Connection example ..................................................................................................................172
7.3.5 Meanings of the LEDs on the Terminal Module TM15 ..............................................................173
7.3.6 Dimension drawing ....................................................................................................................174
7.3.7 Installation ..................................................................................................................................174
7.3.8 Protective conductor connection and shield support .................................................................176
7.3.9 Connector coding.......................................................................................................................177
7.3.10 Technical data............................................................................................................................178
7.4 Terminal Module TM31 ..............................................................................................................180
7.4.1 Description .................................................................................................................................180
7.4.2 Safety Information......................................................................................................................180
7.4.3 Interface description...................................................................................................................181
7.4.3.1 Overview ....................................................................................................................................181
7.4.3.2 X500 and X501 DRIVE-CLiQ interface......................................................................................182
7.4.3.3 X520, X530 digital inputs ...........................................................................................................183
7.4.3.4 X521 analog inputs ....................................................................................................................184
7.4.3.5 Analog inputs current/voltage switch .........................................................................................184
7.4.3.6 X522 analog outputs/temperature sensor..................................................................................185
7.4.3.7 X524 electronic power supply ....................................................................................................186
7.4.3.8 X540 auxiliary voltage for the digital inputs ...............................................................................186
7.4.3.9 X541 bidirectional digital inputs/outputs ....................................................................................187
7.4.3.10 X542 relay outputs .....................................................................................................................188
7.4.4 Connection example ..................................................................................................................189
7.4.5 Meanings of the LEDs on the Terminal Module TM31 ..............................................................190
7.4.6 Dimension drawing ....................................................................................................................191

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7.4.7 Installation ................................................................................................................................. 192

7.4.8 Protective conductor connection and shield support ................................................................ 193
7.4.9 Connector coding ...................................................................................................................... 194
7.4.10 Technical data........................................................................................................................... 195
8 Commissioning ...................................................................................................................................... 197
8.1 Switching on.............................................................................................................................. 199
8.2 Commissioning using the BOP20 Operator Panel.................................................................... 200
8.2.1 Preconditions ............................................................................................................................ 200
8.2.2 Commissioning steps ................................................................................................................ 200
8.3 Commissioning using the AOP30 Operator Panel.................................................................... 208
8.3.1 First commissioning .................................................................................................................. 208
8.3.1.1 First power-up ........................................................................................................................... 208
8.3.1.2 Full drive commissioning........................................................................................................... 210
8.3.2 Status after commissioning ....................................................................................................... 213
8.3.3 Resetting parameters to factory settings .................................................................................. 214
8.4 Commissioning with the STARTER commissioning tool .......................................................... 215
8.4.1 STARTER commissioning tool.................................................................................................. 215
8.4.1.1 Installing the STARTER commissioning tool ............................................................................ 215
8.4.1.2 Layout of the STARTER user interface..................................................................................... 216
8.4.2 Procedure for commissioning with STARTER .......................................................................... 216
8.4.2.1 Creating the project................................................................................................................... 217
8.4.2.2 Configuring a drive unit ............................................................................................................. 224
8.4.2.3 Starting the drive project ........................................................................................................... 238
8.4.2.4 Connection through a serial interface ....................................................................................... 240
8.5 Activating function modules ...................................................................................................... 242
8.5.1 Activating offline with STARTER............................................................................................... 242
8.5.2 Activating online through parameters ....................................................................................... 243
8.6 Commissioning optional additional modules............................................................................. 245
8.6.1 Terminal Modules (TM31, TM15).............................................................................................. 245
8.6.1.1 Commissioning with STARTER ................................................................................................ 245
8.6.1.2 Commissioning via parameter assignment ............................................................................... 247
8.6.2 Encoder evaluation (SMC30) .................................................................................................... 247
8.6.2.1 Add/commissioning (with STARTER) ....................................................................................... 248
8.6.2.2 Remove (with STARTER) ......................................................................................................... 249
8.6.3 PROFINET module (CBE20) .................................................................................................... 250
8.6.3.1 Adding online into the drive....................................................................................................... 250
8.6.3.2 Adding offline in STARTER....................................................................................................... 250
8.6.3.3 Deleting from the drive online ................................................................................................... 251
8.6.3.4 Deleting offline with STARTER ................................................................................................. 251
8.7 Drive optimization...................................................................................................................... 252
8.8 Manual optimization .................................................................................................................. 258
8.8.1 Optimization of closed-loop armature current control ............................................................... 258
8.8.2 Optimization of closed-loop field-current control....................................................................... 260
8.8.3 Optimizing the speed controller ................................................................................................ 261
9 Operation............................................................................................................................................... 263
9.1 Basic information....................................................................................................................... 263
9.1.1 Parameters................................................................................................................................ 263

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9.1.2 Data sets ....................................................................................................................................266

9.1.2.1 Function diagrams and parameters ...........................................................................................268
9.1.2.2 Using data sets ..........................................................................................................................269
9.1.3 Drive objects ..............................................................................................................................270
9.1.4 Memory card functions...............................................................................................................271
9.1.5 BICO technology: Interconnecting signals.................................................................................277
9.1.5.1 Binectors, connectors ................................................................................................................277
9.1.5.2 Interconnecting signals using BICO technology ........................................................................278
9.1.5.3 Internal encoding of the binector/connector output parameters ................................................279
9.1.5.4 Example: Interconnecting digital signals....................................................................................280
9.1.5.5 Information on BICO technology................................................................................................280
9.2 Parameterizing using the BOP20 (Basic Operator Panel 20)....................................................281
9.2.1 General information about the BOP20.......................................................................................281
9.2.2 Displays and using the BOP20 ..................................................................................................284
9.2.3 Displaying faults and alarms ......................................................................................................289
9.2.4 Controlling the drive using the BOP20.......................................................................................290
9.3 Controlling via the AOP30 operator panel .................................................................................291
9.3.1 Overview and menu structure ....................................................................................................292
9.3.2 Menu: Operation screen ............................................................................................................294
9.3.3 Parameterization menu..............................................................................................................294
9.3.4 Menu: Fault/alarm memory ........................................................................................................296
9.3.5 Menu: Commissioning/Service ..................................................................................................297
9.3.5.1 Drive commissioning..................................................................................................................297
9.3.5.2 Device commissioning ...............................................................................................................297
9.3.5.3 AOP settings ..............................................................................................................................297
9.3.5.4 Lists of signals for the operation screen ....................................................................................299
9.3.5.5 AOP30 diagnostics ....................................................................................................................302
9.3.6 Sprachauswahl/Language selection ..........................................................................................303
9.3.7 Operation via the operator panel (LOCAL mode) ......................................................................303
9.3.7.1 LOCAL/REMOTE key ................................................................................................................303
9.3.7.2 ON key/OFF key ........................................................................................................................304
9.3.7.3 CCW/CW changeover................................................................................................................304
9.3.7.4 Jogging.......................................................................................................................................305
9.3.7.5 Increase setpoint/Decrease setpoint .........................................................................................305
9.3.7.6 AOP setpoint ..............................................................................................................................306
9.3.7.7 Inhibiting AOP LOCAL mode .....................................................................................................307
9.3.7.8 Acknowledging errors via the AOP ............................................................................................307
9.3.7.9 Timeout monitoring ....................................................................................................................307
9.3.7.10 Operator inhibit lock/Parameters disable...................................................................................307
9.3.8 Faults and alarms ......................................................................................................................309
9.3.9 Saving the parameters permanently..........................................................................................310
9.3.10 Parameterization errors .............................................................................................................311
9.3.11 Assigning parameters to make AOP30 time-of-day master ......................................................311
10 Descriptions of functions........................................................................................................................ 313
10.1 Inputs/Outputs............................................................................................................................313
10.1.1 Overview of inputs/outputs.........................................................................................................313
10.1.2 Digital inputs/outputs..................................................................................................................314
10.1.3 Analog inputs .............................................................................................................................314
10.1.4 Analog outputs ...........................................................................................................................315
10.2 PROFIBUS.................................................................................................................................316

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10.2.1 PROFIBUS connection ............................................................................................................. 316

10.2.2 Setting the PROFIBUS address................................................................................................ 317
10.2.3 Control via PROFIBUS.............................................................................................................. 318
10.2.4 Monitoring: Telegram failure ..................................................................................................... 318
10.2.5 Telegrams and process data .................................................................................................... 319
10.2.6 Description of control words and setpoints ............................................................................... 321
10.2.7 Description of status words and actual values.......................................................................... 323
10.2.8 Slave-to-slave communication .................................................................................................. 326
10.2.8.1 General information................................................................................................................... 326
10.2.8.2 Setpoint assignment in the subscriber ...................................................................................... 327
10.2.8.3 Activating/parameterizing slave-to-slave communications ....................................................... 328
10.2.8.4 Commissioning of the PROFIBUS slave-to-slave communication ........................................... 330
10.2.8.5 Diagnosing the PROFIBUS slave-to-slave communication in STARTER ................................ 340
10.3 PROFINET IO ........................................................................................................................... 341
10.3.1 Activating online mode: STARTER via PROFINET IO ............................................................. 341
10.3.2 General information about PROFINET IO ................................................................................ 347
10.3.2.1 General information about PROFINET IO for SINAMICS......................................................... 347
10.3.2.2 Real-time (RT) and isochronous real-time (IRT) communication ............................................. 348
10.3.2.3 Addresses ................................................................................................................................. 349
10.3.2.4 Data transmission ..................................................................................................................... 351
10.3.3 Hardware configuration (configuring SINAMICS drives with PROFINET)................................ 352
10.3.4 RT classes for PROFINET IO ................................................................................................... 354
10.3.5 Selecting the CBE20 firmware version ..................................................................................... 360
10.4 Communication via SINAMICS Link ......................................................................................... 361
10.4.1 Basic principles of SINAMICS Link ........................................................................................... 361
10.4.2 Topology.................................................................................................................................... 362
10.4.3 Configuring and commissioning................................................................................................ 362
10.4.4 Example .................................................................................................................................... 364
10.4.5 Diagnostics................................................................................................................................ 366
10.5 Serial interface with USS protocol ............................................................................................ 367
10.6 Parallel operation of communication interfaces ........................................................................ 369
10.7 Switch on, switch off, enable..................................................................................................... 372
10.7.1 Switch on/Switch off (ON/OFF1) - control word bit 0 ................................................................ 372
10.7.2 OFF2 (disconnection) - control word bit 1................................................................................. 374
10.7.3 OFF3 (quick stop) - control word bit 2....................................................................................... 374
10.7.4 Operation enable (enable) - control word bit 3.......................................................................... 376
10.8 Safety shutdown (E-STOP)....................................................................................................... 377
10.9 Setpoint channel ....................................................................................................................... 378
10.9.1 Ramp-function generator .......................................................................................................... 378
10.9.2 Jog............................................................................................................................................. 383
10.9.3 Creep......................................................................................................................................... 384
10.9.4 Fixed setpoint............................................................................................................................ 385
10.10 Encoder evaluation ................................................................................................................... 386
10.10.1 Actual speed values .................................................................................................................. 387
10.10.1.1 Encoder 1 actual position value 1 (G1_XIST1).................................................................... 387
10.10.1.2 Encoder 1 actual position value 2 (G1_XIST2).................................................................... 388
10.10.1.3 Encoder 2 actual position value 1 (G2_XIST1).................................................................... 390
10.10.1.4 Encoder 2 actual position value 2 (G2_XIST2).................................................................... 390

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10.10.2 Control and status words for encoders ......................................................................................390

10.10.2.1 Encoder n control word (Gn_STW, n = 1, 2).........................................................................390
10.10.2.2 Encoder n status word (Gn_ZSW, n = 1, 2)..........................................................................392
10.11 Speed controller .........................................................................................................................394
10.12 Adaptation of the armature and field current controller .............................................................397
10.13 Technology controller.................................................................................................................400
10.14 Switch-on command for holding or operational brake ...............................................................403
10.15 Switching on auxiliary circuits ....................................................................................................406
10.16 Operating hours counter, unit fan ..............................................................................................407
10.17 Thermal overload protection for the DC motor (I2t monitoring of the motor).............................408
10.18 Measuring the motor temperature..............................................................................................411
10.19 Speed-dependent current limitation...........................................................................................413
10.20 Thyristor blocking voltage calculation ........................................................................................416
10.21 Automatic restart........................................................................................................................417
10.22 Operation connected to a single-phase line supply ...................................................................418
10.23 Connecting units in parallel and in series ..................................................................................419
10.23.1 6-pulse parallel connection ........................................................................................................422
10.23.2 12-pulse parallel connection ......................................................................................................428
10.23.3 6-pulse series connection ..........................................................................................................430
10.23.4 6-pulse series connection: controlled converter + uncontrolled converter ................................433
10.23.5 12-pulse series connection ........................................................................................................434
10.23.6 12-pulse series connection: controlled converter + uncontrolled converter ..............................437
10.23.7 Switchover of the power unit topology - option S50...................................................................438
10.24 Field reversal..............................................................................................................................439
10.24.1 Direction of rotation reversal using field reversal.......................................................................439
10.24.2 Braking using field reversal........................................................................................................441
10.25 Serial interface with peer-to-peer protocol.................................................................................444
10.26 Expanding the SINAMICS DCM to include a second CUD .......................................................449
10.27 Runtime (operating hours counter) ............................................................................................451
10.28 Diagnostics.................................................................................................................................452
10.28.1 Diagnostic memory ....................................................................................................................452
10.28.2 Trend recorder function..............................................................................................................452
10.28.3 Thyristor diagnostics ..................................................................................................................453
10.28.4 Description of the LEDs on the CUD .........................................................................................454
10.28.5 Faults and alarms ......................................................................................................................457
10.28.5.1 General information ..............................................................................................................457
10.28.5.2 Buffer for faults and alarms...................................................................................................458
10.28.5.3 Configuring messages ..........................................................................................................461
10.28.5.4 Parameters and function diagrams for faults and alarms .....................................................463
10.28.5.5 Forwarding faults and alarms ...............................................................................................464
10.29 CPU time load with SINAMICS DCM.........................................................................................465
10.29.1 Maximum configuration..............................................................................................................466
10.29.2 Computation examples ..............................................................................................................467

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10.30 Free function blocks .................................................................................................................. 468

10.31 Drive Control Chart (DCC) ........................................................................................................ 470
10.31.1 Loading the DCC technology option into the drive unit memory............................................... 470
10.31.2 CPU time load through DCC ..................................................................................................... 472
10.31.3 Memory load through DCC ....................................................................................................... 473
10.31.4 Backing up the DCC diagrams.................................................................................................. 474
11 Maintenance .......................................................................................................................................... 475
11.1 Upgrading software releases .................................................................................................... 476
11.1.1 Upgrading the unit software ...................................................................................................... 477
11.1.2 Upgrading the DCC technology option ..................................................................................... 478
11.2 Replacing the back-up battery in the AOP30 operator panel ................................................... 481
12 Applications ........................................................................................................................................... 483
12.1 Using SINAMICS DCM in shipbuilding ..................................................................................... 483
12.2 Connecting an incremental encoder ......................................................................................... 484
A Appendix A ............................................................................................................................................ 485
A.1 Certifications and standards...................................................................................................... 485
A.2 List of abbreviations .................................................................................................................. 488
A.3 Environmental compatibility ...................................................................................................... 496
A.4 Servicing.................................................................................................................................... 497
B Appendix B ............................................................................................................................................ 499
B.1 Runtimes of the DCC blocks for SINAMICS DCM.................................................................... 499
B.2 BOP20 status display during power-up..................................................................................... 504
B.3 Feedback................................................................................................................................... 505
Index...................................................................................................................................................... 507

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1.1 Alarm messages

Note
In the interests of clarity, these Operating Instructions do not contain full details of all
information for the product and cannot take into account every possible aspect of installation,
operation, or maintenance.
If you require further information, or particular problems arise which these Operating
Instructions do not cover in enough detail, please contact your local Siemens office.
We also draw your attention to the fact that the contents of these Operating Instructions are
not part of and do not modify any prior or existing agreement, commitment, or legal
relationship. Any obligations on the part of Siemens arise from the respective contract of
sale, which also contains the solely valid warranty conditions in full. Any statements
contained in these Operating Instructions neither expand nor restrict the scope of these
contractual warranty conditions.

WARNING

The unit is at a hazardous voltage. Failure to comply with these Operating Instructions can
lead to death, serious physical injury, and material damage.
Even after all of the supply voltages have been switched-off, a hazardous voltage is
available for 1 min.
Only qualified personnel who are familiar with all the safety instructions provided in these
Operating Instructions, as well as the assembly, operating, and maintenance instructions,
should carry out work on this unit.

WARNING

There is electrical separation according to the requirements for protection against electric
shock according to EN61800-5-1 at all customer connections with input/output voltages in
the range up to 60 V DC (DVC A).
This is the reason that only components whose inputs/output voltages lie in this range and
which also have electrical separation can be connected at these connections.

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DANGER

When this unit is operated, it is inevitable that certain components will be subject to
dangerous electrical voltage levels. Touching these components may lead to serious
physical injury or even death. The following precautions should be taken in order to reduce
the risk to life and limb:
1. Only qualified personnel who are familiar with this unit and the information supplied with
it should be charged with work on the unit involving installation, operation,
troubleshooting and fault correction, or repair.
2. The unit must be installed in accordance with safety regulations (e.g. EN, DIN, or VDE)
as well as all other applicable national or local regulations. Grounding, conductor
dimensioning, and the relevant short-circuit protection work must be carried out correctly
in order to ensure operational safety.
3. The unit must be operated with all covers supplied.
The fixing screws for the front cover of the SINAMICS DCM must be tight.
When required, additional covers should be provided in the control cabinet.
4. Before carrying out visual inspections and maintenance work, ensure that the unit is
disconnected from the supply voltage and disabled. Before they are shut down, both the
converter unit and the motor are subject to dangerous voltage levels; these may be
present even when the converter unit's line contactor is open.
5. If measurements need to be taken while the power supply is switched on, do not under
any circumstances touch the electrical connection points. Remove all jewelry from wrists
and fingers. Make sure that the measuring and test equipment is in good condition and
is safe to operate.
6. When working on a unit that is switched on and on an insulated surface, make sure that
no grounding has been put in place.
7. Follow these Operating Instructions faithfully and observe all information concerning
hazards, warnings, or areas where caution is required.
8. This list is not exhaustive and as such cannot outline all the measures required in order
to operate the unit safely. Should you require further information or encounter specific
problems which have not been handled in enough detail for the purposes of the buyer,
please contact your local Siemens office.

CAUTION

Operating the unit in the immediate vicinity (< 1.5 m) of mobile telephones with a
transmitter power of > 1 W may lead to incorrect operation of the unit.

WARNING

The OFF switch on the AOP30 operator panel does not have an EMERGENCY OFF
function.
In order to avoid dangerous incorrect operator actions, the EMERGENCY OFF pushbutton
must be installed in a plant or system at an adequate distance from the AOP30.

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1.2 ESD-sensitive components

CAUTION

The electronic boards contain electrostatic sensitive devices. These can be easily
destroyed if not handled properly. If you have to work with electronic modules, please note:
• You should only touch electronic modules if absolutely necessary.
• If you do have to touch modules, your body must be electrically discharged first.
• Boards must not come into contact with highly insulating materials (such as plastic
parts, insulated desktops, articles of clothing manufactured from man-made fibers).
• Modules must only be set down on conductive surfaces.
• Boards and components should only be stored and transported in conductive packaging
(such as metalized plastic boxes or metal containers).
• If the packaging material is not conductive, the modules must be wrapped with a
conductive packaging material (such as conductive foam rubber or household aluminum
foil).

The necessary ESD protection measures are elucidated once again in the following
illustration:

Seated Standing Seated/standing

a conductive floor
b ESD Table
c ESD footwear
"d" ESD smock
e ESD wrist strap
f cubicle ground
connection

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2.1 Unit order numbers

Without option: 6RA8000 - 0MV62 - 0AA0

With options: 6RA8000 - 0MV62 - 0AA0 - Z

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2.2 Rating plates, packaging label

2.2 Rating plates, packaging label

① Bar code for order number

 (MLFB)


② For options: "Z" after order
number


③ Order codes for options
(according to ordering
information for options)
(order-specific)
④ Serial number bar code
(order-specific)
⑤ Product version

Rating plate on front cover






Rating plate in unit

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2.2 Rating plates, packaging label

① For options: "Z" after order number

② Order codes for options (according to ordering information for options)

Figure 2-1 Packaging label

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2.3 Ordering information for options and accessories

Ordering information for options with order codes

Order number of SINAMICS DCM Control

5$09$$=
Module with Z designation and order codes
  (multiple order codes together) and/or plain text,
if necessary

Table 2- 1 Control Unit CUD options

Option Order codes

Advanced CUD in left-hand slot G00
Standard CUD in right slot (possible with option G00) G10
Advanced CUD in right slot (possible with option G00) G11
CBE20 PROFINET left (possible with option G00) G20
CBE20 PROFINET right (possible with option G11) G21
Memory card, left S01
Memory card, right (possible with options G10 and G11) S02
Note: Standard equipment = Standard CUD left

Table 2- 2 Additional options

Option Order codes

Coated modules M08 1)
Field power unit 2Q L11
Without field power unit L10
Nickel-plated copper bars (in the field power unit) M10
Control for switching over the power unit topology for devices connected in parallel and series S50
This option is described in the application document "12-pulse applications".
1)Coated modules increase the degree of ruggedness with respect to climatic effects:
Relative / absolute humidity 5 % to 95 % / 1 to 29 g/m3 for ambient temperature or cooling medium temperature ≤30 °C
≤ 60 % with the occurrence of SO2 and H2S and/or for ambient temperature or cooling medium temperature 30 °C to 40 °C
Oil mist, salt mist, formation of ice, condensation, dropping, spray, splashing and jet-water not permissible.

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Ordering information for accessories

Table 2- 3 Order numbers for documentation

Item Order number

Set of manuals, German 6RX1800-0JD00
SINAMICS DCM Control Module operating instructions, German 6RX1800-0BD00
SINAMICS DCM List Manual, German 6RX1800-0ED00
Free Function Blocks manual, German 6RX1800-0FD00

Set of manuals, English 6RX1800-0JD76

SINAMICS DCM Control Module operating instructions, English 6RX1800-0BD76
SINAMICS DCM List Manual, English 6RX1800-0ED76
Free Function Blocks manual, English 6RX1800-0FD76

Set of manuals, French (includes the Free Function Blocks manual in English) 6RX1800-0JD77
SINAMICS DCM Control Module operating instructions, French 6RX1800-0BD77
SINAMICS DCM List Manual, French 6RX1800-0ED77

Set of manuals, Italian (includes the Free Function Blocks manual in English) 6RX1800-0JD72
SINAMICS DCM Control Module operating instructions, Italian 6RX1800-0BD72
SINAMICS DCM List Manual, Italian 6RX1800-0ED72

Set of manuals, Russian (includes the Free Function Blocks manual in English) 6RX1800-0JD56
SINAMICS DCM Control Module operating instructions, Russian 6RX1800-0BD56
SINAMICS DCM List Manual, Russian 6RX1800-0ED56

Set of manuals, Spanish (includes the Free Function Blocks manual in English) 6RX1800-0JD78
SINAMICS DCM Control Module operating instructions, Spanish 6RX1800-0BD78
SINAMICS DCM List Manual, Spanish 6RX1800-0ED78

All documentation in all of the above languages, on DVD 6RX1800-0AD64

Table 2- 4 Order numbers for accessories

Item Order number

Standard CUD retrofit kit 6RY1803-0AA00 +
Combination of the spare parts, Standard CUD and connector board 6RY1803-0GA00
Standard CUD coated retrofit kit 6RY1803-0AA20 +
Combination of the spare parts, Standard CUD coated and connector board coated 6RY1803-0GA20
Advanced CUD retrofit kit 6RY1803-0AA05 +
Combination of the spare parts, Advanced CUD and connector board 6RY1803-0GA00
Advanced CUD coated retrofit kit 6RY1803-0AA25 +
Combination of the spare parts, Advanced CUD coated and connector board coated 6RY1803-0GA20

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Item Order number

Fuse monitoring module C98043-A7118 6RY1803-0CM02
Fuse monitoring distribution module C98043-A7112 6RY1803-0CM26
including 3 m ribbon cable to connect to the SINAMICS DCM Control Module;
can be snapped onto mounting rails according to DIN EN 50022-35x7.5
CBE20 PROFINET 6SL3055-0AA00-2EB0
Memory card (equivalent to spare part for options S01 and S02) 6RX1800-0AS01
Terminal Module TM15 6SL3055-0AA00-3FA0
Terminal Module TM31 6SL3055-0AA00-3AA0
Sensor Module Cabinet-Mounted SMC30 6SL3055-0AA00-5CA2
SICROWBAR overvoltage protection 1)

Fuses, reactors, filters 2)

STARTER commissioning tool 6SL3072-0AA00-0AG0

Drive Control Chart (DCC) for SINAMICS 6AU1810-1HA20-1XA0
Drive Control Chart (DCC) for SINAMICS and SIMOTION 6AU1810-1JA20-1XA0
1) Please contact your local Siemens office.
2) see Chapter Line reactors (Page 108) and Fuses (Page 109) or contact your local Siemens office

Table 2- 5 Order numbers for the Advanced Operator Panel AOP30

Item Order number

Advanced Operator Panel AOP30 6SL3055-0AA00-4CA4
RS485 connecting cable for connecting the AOP30 to one CUD; 3 m 6RY1807-0AP00
RS485 connecting cable for connecting the AOP30 to two CUDs; 3 m 6RY1807-0AP10
Additional cable lengths can be ordered as option.
When ordering the RS485 cable with option, the suffix "-Z" must be attached to the Order No. followed by the order code
for the required option.
Ordering example for a 35 m long cable:
Order number: 6RY1807-0AP00-Z, order code: K35
Cable length Order code
5m K05
10 m K10
15 m K15
20 m K20
25 m K25
30 m K30
35 m K35
40 m K40
45 m K45
50 m K50

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Ordering information for cable sets

The SINAMICS DCM Control Module is supplied with front and rear plates mounted one on
top of the other. The correct ribbon cables for this mounting type are already in place.
The cable sets listed below for connecting components (printed circuit boards or their parts)
in the case of other mounting types (see Chapter 6) are available on request.

Table 2- 6 Ordering information for cable sets

Product description Contents For connecting Order no.

Set of loose parts Rear enclosure part including 6RY1805-0CM00
accessories for mounting the
firing pulse transformer module
and/or fuse monitoring module
with a parallel connection
Set of loose parts Screws, stud bolts, and snap- 6RY1807-0CM00
on parts for the external
mounting of module parts
Prefabricated ribbon cable 2 x 26-pin ribbon cables, X21A, X22A on PCB -A7109- 6RY1807-0CM01
bridge set: for connecting the shielded (L = 3 m) to X21A, X22A on PCB -A7043-
two plates when mounted at a 1 x 10-pin ribbon cable, X23B on PCB -A7109- to X23B
distance from each other shielded (L = 3 m) on PCB -A7118-
1 x 20-pin ribbon cable, XF1 on PCB -A7109- to XF1 on
shielded (L = 3 m) PCB -A7116-
1 x RJ45 patch cable, shielded X45 on PCB -A7109- to X45 on
(L = 3 m) PCB -A7117-
Prefabricated ribbon cable 2 x 26-pin ribbon cables, X21A, X22A on PCB -A7109- 6RY1807-0CM02
bridge set: for connecting the shielded (L = 10 m) to X21A, X22A on PCB -A7043-
two plates when mounted at a 1 x 10-pin ribbon cable, X23B on PCB -A7109- to X23B
distance from each other shielded (L = 10 m) on PCB -A7118-
1 x 20-pin ribbon cable, XF1 on PCB -A7109- to XF1 on
shielded (L = 10 m) PCB -A7116-
1 x RJ45 patch cable, shielded X45 on PCB -A7109- to X45 on
(L = 10 m) PCB -A7117-
Prefabricated bridge set for 2 x 2-pin twisted cables (L = 2 XB on PCB -A7109- to current 6RY1707-0CM03
current transformer m) transformers
Prefabricated bridge set for 2 x 2-pin twisted cables (L = 10 XB on PCB -A7109- to current 6RY1707-0CM04
current transformer m) transformers
Prefabricated bridge set for 1 x 2-pin shielded cable (L = 10 XT5 or XT6 on PCB -A7109- to 6RY1807-0CM05
recording heat sink m) temperature sensors on the heat
temperature sink
Prefabricated bridge set for Bridge set for 12 x 2-pin XIMP11, XIMP12, XIMP13, 6RY1707-0CM06
firing pulse cables twisted cables (L = 3 m) XIMP14, XIMP15, XIMP16,
XIMP21, XIMP22, XIMP23,
XIMP24, XIMP25, XIMP26 to
thyristors

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Product description Contents For connecting Order no.

Prefabricated bridge set for 6 x 2-pin twisted cables (L = XS1_5, XS2_5, XS3_5, XS4_5, 6RY1807-0CM07
fuse monitoring 10 m) XS5_5, XS6_5, XS7_5, XS8_5,
XS9_5, XS10_5, XS11_5,
XS12_5
or XS1_4, XS2_4, XS3_4, XS4_4,
XS5_4, XS6_4, XS7_4, XS8_4,
XS9_4, XS10_4, XS11_4,
XS12_4
or XS1_3, XS2_3, XS3_3,
XS4__3, XS5_3, XS6_3, XS7_3,
XS8_3, XS9_3, XS10_3, XS11_3,
XS12_3
or XS1_2, XS2_2, XS3_2, XS4_2,
XS5_2, XS6_2, XS7_2, XS8_2,
XS9_2, XS10_2, XS11_2,
XS12_2
or XS1_1, XS2_1, XS3_1, XS4_1,
XS5_1, XS6_1, XS7_1, XS8_1,
XS9_1, XS10_1, XS11_1,
XS12_1
depending on the voltage (50 V,
125 V, 250 V, 575 V, or 1,000 V)
to fuses
Prefabricated bridge set for 1 x 3-pin twisted U-V-W cable XU6, XV6, XW6 6RY1807-0CM08
voltage measurement (L = 3 m) or XU5, XV5, XW5
or XU4, XV4, XW4
or XU3, XV3, XW3
or XU2, XV2, XW2
or XU1, XV1, XW1
depending on the voltage (5.6 V,
50 V, 125 V, 250 V, 575 V, or
1,000 V) to the supply
1 x 2-pin twisted C-D cable (L XC6, XD6 or XC5, XD5 or XC4,
= 3 m) XD4 or XC3, XD3 or XC2, XD2 or
XC1, XD1 depending on the
voltage (5.6 V, 50 V, 125 V,
250 V, 575 V, or 1,000 V) to the
supply
Prefabricated bridge set for 12 x 2-pin twisted cables (L = XIMP1, XIMP4 or XIMP2, XIMP5 6RY1707-0CM13
controlling firing pulse 1 m) or XIMP3, XIMP6 on PCB -
transformers A7043- (side sections) to firing
pulse transformer modules
(single boards) with terminals
X11, X12, X13, X14, X15, X16,
X21, X22, X23, X24, X25, X26

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Product description Contents For connecting Order no.

Prefabricated bridge set for 2 x 12-pin shielded cables (L = XIMP1, XIMP4 and/or XIMP2, 6RY1707-0CM10
controlling firing pulse 10 m) XIMP5 and/or XIMP3, XIMP6 on
transformers PCB -A7043- to external firing
pulse transformers
Prefabricated bridge set for 2 x 26-pin ribbon cables, X21A, X22A on PCB -A7109- 6RY1807-0CM11
mounting plates next to each shielded (L = 0.68 m) to X21A, X22A on PCB -A7043-
other 1 x 10-pin ribbon cable, X23B on PCB -A7109-
shielded (L = 0.5 m) to X23B on PCB -A7118-
1 x 20-pin ribbon cable, XF1 on PCB -A7109-
shielded (L = 0.76 m) to XF1 on PCB -A7116-
1 x RJ45 patch cable, shielded X45 on PCB -A7109-
(L = 1 m) to X45 on PCB -A7117-

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Description 3
Application
The SINAMICS DCM Control Module is mainly used for modifying and modernizing DC
drives in existing systems.
Many DC systems still use analog technology. When such systems are modified or
upgraded, the motor, mechanical parts, and power unit are retained, with just the closed-loop
control section being replaced by a SINAMICS DCM Control Module. This is a highly cost-
effective solution for those interested in a modern DC drive with the entire range of functions
associated with the fully digital units in the SINAMICS DCM range.
A simple process of parameter assignment is all that is required in terms of adapting the
product to the existing components' configuration.
The SINAMICS DCM Control Module contains a power unit for field supply with a rated
current of up to 40 A.

Structure
A striking feature of the SINAMICS DCM Control Module is its compact, space-saving
structure. Its compact design makes it easier to service, as the individual components are
readily accessible.
To make the most of the installation options existing systems have to offer, the SINAMICS
DCM Control Module can be divided into smaller parts (from the top down).
The printed circuit board for generating and distributing firing pulses can also be divided up
and, like the fuse monitoring and voltage measurement equipment, attached to the power
unit directly, either partly or completely outside the device, with a cable providing the
connection to the basic unit.
All connecting terminals can be accessed from the front.
The SINAMICS DCM Control Module has a Basic Operator Panel BOP20 in the front plate.
The BOP20 can be used
● To make all the settings that are required for commissioning
● To display all relevant measured values
● To display faults and alarms and acknowledge faults
● To switch the drive on and off

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Description

The electronics (CUD) are available in the following versions:

● Standard CUD
● Advanced CUD (option)
This CUD can be expanded to include a PROFINET module (CBE20) and features 2
DRIVE-CLiQ connections for connecting additional components from the SINAMICS drive
system, as well as a connector for expansion purposes (to include a second CUD).
● Additional (second) CUD (Standard or Advanced) (option)
This additional CUD can be fitted to the right of the first CUD and is used for system-
specific extension of the SINAMICS DCM functions.

Additional components
● Advanced Operator Panel AOP30
The optional Advanced Operator Panel AOP30 is mounted outside of the unit - in the
control cabinet door, for example - rather than inside it.
The AOP30
– Supports commissioning by means of a commissioning wizard
– Supports the display of measured values via a graphical operation screen
– Displays a user-friendly parameter list, including text
– Features several editors for user-friendly setting and changing of parameters
– Displays lists of faults and alarms that have occurred, as well as infotext concerning
the individual faults and alarms
– Enables "local" drive control (ON/OFF, setpoint setting, jog mode, direction reversal)
– Features 3 LEDs for displaying the drive state
● Additional module CBE20
The additional module CBE20 is inserted in the optional module slot of an Advanced
CUD. It enables the SINAMICS DC MASTER to participate in ProfiNet network as slave
as well as to establish SINAMICS Link connections.
● DRIVE-CLiQ components
The DRIVE-CLiQ interface enables components from the SINAMICS drive system to be
connected.
The following components are supported:
– TM15 (digital inputs/outputs)
– TM31 (digital inputs/outputs, analog inputs/outputs)
– SMC30 (incremental encoder evaluation for actual speed value acquisition)
An SMC30 and up to 3 TMx modules can be connected to each CUD.

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● Free function blocks (FBLOCKS)

In a wide variety of applications, a logic operation connecting several states (e.g. access
control, system status) to a control signal (e.g. ON command) is required to control the
drive system. In addition to logic operations, however, drive systems require
mathematical operations and latching elements.
These functions are available in the form of the "free function blocks" function module.
There is a range of elementary function blocks that are freely available for use:
– Logic function blocks (AND, OR, XOR, inverter)
– Calculation function blocks (adder, multiplier, divider, absolute-value generator)
– Time function blocks (pulse generator, pulse contracting block, ON delay, OFF delay,
pulse stretching)
– Memory function blocks (RS flip-flop, D flip-flop)
– Switch function blocks (binary selector switch, numerical selector switch)
– Control function blocks (limiter, smoothing element, integrator, differentiator)
– Complex function blocks (double-sided limit monitor with hysteresis)
● Drive Control Chart (DCC)
DCC is available for applications requiring a more complex method of controlling the drive
system, which cannot be accomplished using the free function blocks. DCC makes it
possible to generate a graphical depiction of a function diagram consisting of
interconnected elementary function blocks and load it to the SINAMICS DC MASTER.
The function diagram may contain up to 750 function blocks. It is possible to configure the
time slices in which the individual parts of the function diagram are processed.
Note:
A DCC function diagram can be loaded not only to the CUD in the left-hand slot, but also
to an optional second CUD in the right-hand slot.
The automatic speed control processes are computed on the CUD in the left-hand slot,
which means that it only provides a small amount of computing capacity for a DCC
function diagram (in other words, either only a few function blocks can be computed, or
computing can only be carried out in a long time slice).
The CUD in the right-hand slot is primarily available (in addition to the operating system)
for one DCC function diagram only.

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Note
You can find the technical data for the connectors and terminals in the section titled
"Connecting".

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4.1 Environmental conditions

4.1 Environmental conditions

Environmental classes according to EN 60721-3

Table 4- 1 Environmental classes

Use Environmental condition Environmental Comment

class
Operation Mechanical stability see remark • Vibratory load (test and measuring
procedure according to EN 60068-2-6, Fc):
Constant deflection = 0.075 mm at
10 ... 58 Hz
Constant acceleration = 10 m/s² at
58 ... 200 Hz
• Shock load (test and measuring procedure
according to EN 60068-2-27, Ea):
Acceleration = 150 m/s² at 11 ms
Climatic influences 3K3 No condensation, splash water, or icing allowed.
For air temperature, see "Ambient temperature"
below
Biological influences 3B1 -
Hazardous chemical substances 3C1 -
Mechanically hazardous materials 3S2 -
Transportatio Mechanical stability 2M2 Tipping is not permitted.
n Climatic influences 2K2 Air temperature of -40 °C to +70 °C is permitted
1)

Biological influences 2B1 -

Hazardous chemical substances 2C1 -
Mechanically hazardous materials 2S1 -
Storage Mechanical stability 1M2 Tipping is not permitted.
Climatic influences 1K3 Air temperature of -40 °C to +70 °C is permitted
1)

Biological influences 1B1 -

Hazardous chemical substances 1C1 -
Mechanically hazardous materials 1S1 -
1) Only applies when product is in its original packing

Ambient temperature

Application Tu [°C] Comment

Transport, -40 ... +70 Only applies when product is in its original packing
storage
Operation 0 ... +55 In order to ensure sufficient cooling for the electronics components, the supply air
temperature needs to be reduced by 3.5 K/500 m for altitudes more than 1,000 m
above sea level.

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4.2 Unit data

Table 4- 2 Technical data for SINAMICS DC MASTER Control Module

Armature V 5.6 / 50 / 125 / 250 / 575 / 1000

Measurable rated supply voltage
Electronics power supply, V 18 to 30 V DC; In = 5 A
rated supply voltage
Rated field supply voltage 1) V 2-ph. 400 V AC (+15 % / -20 %)
2-ph. 480 V AC (+10 % / -20 %)
Rated frequency Hz The units automatically adjust to the frequency of the applied
line voltage in a range from 45 to 65 Hz 3).
Rated field DC voltage 1) V 325 / 390
Rated field DC current A 40
Closed-loop control constancy Δn = 0.006% of rated motor speed during operation with
incremental encoder and digital setpoint
Δn = 0.1% of rated motor speed during operation with analog
tachometer or analog setpoint 2)
Degree of protection IP00 acc. to DIN EN 60529
Protection class Class I (with protective conductor system) and class III (PELV)
to EN 61800-5-1
Dimensions For dimension drawings, see Chapter 5.
Weight kg 12

1) The field supply voltage may be below the rated field voltage (setting for p50078.1,
input voltages of up to 85 V are permitted). The output voltage decreases accordingly.
This output voltage can no longer be achieved at voltages below 95% of the rated
supply voltage.
2) Conditions:
The closed-loop control (closed-loop PI control) constancy is related to the rated motor
speed and applies when the SINAMICS DC MASTER is at the operating temperature.
This is subject to the following preconditions:
• Temperature changes of ±10 °C
• Changes to the line voltage of +10% / – 5% of the rated input voltage
• Temperature coefficient of tachometer generator with temperature compensation:
0.15‰ every 10 °C (with analog tachometer generator only)
• Constant setpoint (14-bit resolution)
3) The option of operating with an extended frequency range can be provided on request.

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5.1 Transportation, unpacking
The SINAMICS DC MASTER is packaged at the manufacturer's site in accordance with the
order specification. A product packaging label is located on the carton.
Avoid heavy vibrations and severe shocks during transportation, e.g. when lowering the unit
into position.
Follow the instructions on the packaging concerning transportation, storage, and proper
handling.
The SINAMICS DC MASTER can be installed once it has been unpacked, and you have
checked that the delivery is complete and the unit is intact.
The packaging materials consist of the carton and corrugated cardboard, and can be
disposed of in accordance with local regulations for cardboard packaging.
If you discover any damage that has occurred in transit, please inform your shipping agent
immediately.

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5.2 Installation

CAUTION

Failure to lift the unit properly can lead to physical injury or material damage.
The unit should only be lifted with suitable equipment (work gloves should be used) and by
appropriately qualified personnel.
The user assumes responsibility for installing the SINAMICS DCM Control Module, power
unit, motor, transformer, and other units in accordance with safety regulations (e.g. EN,
DIN, VDE) and all other relevant national or local regulations concerning conductor
dimensioning, protection, grounding, disconnectors, overcurrent protection, and so on.
The unit must be installed in accordance with safety regulations (e.g. EN, DIN, or VDE) as
well as all other applicable national or local regulations. Grounding, conductor
dimensioning, and the relevant short-circuit protection work must be carried out correctly in
order to ensure operational safety.

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5.2.1 Dimension drawings

Unit
All dimensions given in mm
Tolerance for external dimensions is +2 mm




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Figure 5-1 Unit components after assembly (on delivery)

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Figure 5-2 Unit components arranged alongside each other

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Firing pulse transformer A7043

Dimensions of the complete module W × H = 260 × 298 mm

Control PCB:

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PP
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Figure 5-3 Dimension drawing, control PCB

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5.2.2 Dividing the unit

1. Loosen the screws ①.

2. Pull the front cover towards you ② and then upwards to remove it ③.
3. Unplug the cable connections between the two plates.
4. Loosen the screws ④.

Figure 5-4 Dividing the unit (1)

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5. Pull the plate towards you ① and remove it ②.

Figure 5-5 Dividing the unit (2)

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5.2.3 Removal/Installation and division of modules

5.2.3.1 Removing modules

To remove firing pulse transformer module A7043, pull the cables out from it and loosen the screws ①.
To remove other modules, remove the shield ③ by pulling it towards you. You will need to unscrew the field terminal ④
and then loosen the screws ② before doing this.

Figure 5-6 Removing modules (1)

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To remove fuse monitoring equipment A7118, pull the cables out from the module and loosen the screws ①.
To remove voltage measurement equipment A7117, pull the cables out from the module and loosen the screws ②.

Figure 5-7 Removing modules (2)

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5.2.3.2 Firing pulse transformers C98043-A7043

Dividing the module

1. Use the edge of a table to separate the two terminal parts ①.

2. Use the edge of a table to separate the small control boards ②.

Figure 5-8 Dividing the A7043 firing pulse transformers

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Installing terminal strips

Leave the two crossbraces ① for supporting the side sections of the modules in the unit.

Figure 5-9 Installing the A7043 firing pulse transformers

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External mounting of module parts

The parts required are not included in the scope of delivery, but are available as a "set of
loose parts" under order no. 6RY1807-0CM00.

The 3 snap-on parts ① for the DIN rail, which satisfies DIN EN 50022-35x7.5, are mounted on the terminal strip with
spacer rollers ② and M3x16 screws ③.

Figure 5-10 External mounting of the terminal strip

The 2 snap-on parts ① for the DIN rail, which satisfies DIN EN 50022-35x7.5, are mounted on the small control boards
with M3x8 screws ②.

Figure 5-11 External mounting of the small firing pulse transformer boards

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5.2.3.3 Fuse monitoring equipment C98043-A7118 and voltage measurement equipment

C98043-A7117

External mounting of fuse monitoring equipment C98043-A7118




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Mount the module on the spacing bolts.

① Ferrous fixing elements (x2)
② Insulating fixing elements (x5)

Figure 5-12 External mounting of the fuse monitoring equipment

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External mounting of voltage measurement equipment C98043-A7117




1 1

2 2


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Mount the module on the spacing bolts.

① Ferrous fixing elements (x2)
② Insulating fixing elements (x4)

Figure 5-13 External mounting of the voltage measurement equipment

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5.2.4 Installing options and accessories

5.2.4.1 AOP30 operator panel

Installation cut-out required in the cabinet door: 197.5 × 141.5 mm

5.2.4.2 Fuse monitoring distributor C98043-A7112

The module can be snapped onto a mounting rail according to DIN EN 50022-35x7.5.

5.2.4.3 Installing a second CUD

CAUTION

Please observe the information provided on "Electrostatic sensitive devices (ESD)" in

Chapter 1.

• Unlock and tilt up the BOP support ①.

Figure 5-14 Installing a second CUD (1)

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• Mount the CUD and push it into the connectors for the left-hand CUD.
• Secure the CUD using 4 screws (screw and washer assembly, M3×6), tightening torque 1 Nm

Figure 5-15 Installing a second CUD (2)

• Lock the BOP support again.

CAUTION: Do not clamp the BOP cable

Figure 5-16 Installing a second CUD (3)

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WARNING

The manufacturer can only provide an assurance that the SINAMICS DCM Control Module
will function properly and accept any liability for damage if the unit has been installed and
commissioned by experts and the contents of these Operating Instructions have been
correctly followed.
The units are operated with high voltages.
All connection work must be carried out while the cabinet is de-energized.
Only qualified personnel who are familiar with all the safety instructions in these Operating
Instructions, as well as the mounting, installation, operating, and maintenance instructions,
should carry out work on these units.
Failure to observe this warning information can result in death, serious physical injury, or
extensive material damage.
Connecting the unit incorrectly can lead to it being damaged or destroyed.
The units may be connected to a line supply with residual current operated circuit breaker if
a universal current sensitive device is being used, which in the case of a ground fault, can
also detect a DC component in the fault current. We recommend a residual current
operated circuit breaker with an operating current ≥300 mA, which means that it is not
suitable to protect personnel. If you have additional questions, please contact Technical
Support.
The power and control terminals may be live even when the motor is not running.
The TSE capacitors may continue to carry dangerous voltage levels following
disconnection. For this reason, the unit should not be opened until an appropriate period of
time has elapsed.
When handling the unit while it is open, remember that live parts are exposed. The unit
must only be operated with the front covers provided by the factory fitted. When required,
additional covers should be provided in the control cabinet (for example, in the area around
the busbars)

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WARNING

The user is responsible for ensuring that the motor, the SINAMICS DCM Control Module,
and other units are installed and connected in accordance with recognized engineering
practice in the country of installation and in compliance with applicable regional regulations.
Special attention should be paid to cable dimensioning, fuses, grounding, shutdown,
disconnection, and overcurrent protection.
The units listed here contain dangerous rotating machine parts (fans) and control rotating
mechanical parts (drives). Failure to follow these Operating Instructions may result in death,
serious physical injury, or extensive material damage.
Perfect, safe, and reliable operation of the units is conditional upon them having been
transported, stored, mounted, and installed correctly, as well as carefully operated and
serviced.
To operate the SINAMICS DCM Control Module, both front cover fixing screws must be
tight.

CAUTION

Surge arresters must be in compliance with IEC 60364-5-53:2002

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6.1 Instructions for EMC-compliant drive installation

Note
These installation instructions do not claim to contain all details and versions of units, or to
take into account all conceivable operational cases and applications.
Should you require further information or encounter specific problems which have not been
dealt with in enough detail for your field of application, please contact your local Siemens
office.
The contents of these installation instructions neither form part of nor modify any prior or
existing contract, agreement, or legal relationship. The contract of sale in each case outlines
all the obligations of the I DT LD Variable-Speed Drives Division of SIEMENS AG. The
warranty conditions specified in the contract between the parties are the only warranty
conditions accepted by the I DT LD Variable-Speed Drives Division. Any statements
contained in these installation instructions neither create new warranty conditions nor modify
the existing warranty conditions.

6.1.1 Basic information about EMC

What is EMC?
EMC stands for "electromagnetic compatibility" and describes "the capability of a device to
function satisfactorily in an electromagnetic environment without itself causing interference
unacceptable for other devices in the environment". Therefore, the various units used should
not cause interference to one another.
Within the context of the EMC Directive, the SINAMICS DC MASTER units described in this
document are not "units" at all, but are instead "components" that are intended to be
installed in an overall system or overall plant. For reasons of clarity, however, the generic
term "units" is used in many cases.

Interference emissions and interference immunity

EMC is dependent upon two properties demonstrated by the units involved in the system:
interference emissions and interference immunity. Electrical units may be sources of
interference (senders) and/or potentially susceptible equipment (receivers).
Electromagnetic compatibility is ensured when the existing sources of interference do not
impair the function of potentially susceptible equipment.
A unit may even be a source of interference and potentially susceptible equipment at the
same time: For example, the power unit of a converter unit should be viewed as a source of
interference and the control unit as potentially susceptible equipment.

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Product standard EN 61800-3

The EMC requirements for "Variable-speed drive systems" are described in the product
standard EN 61800-3. A variable-speed drive system (or Power Drive System PDS) consists
of the drive converter and the electric motor including cables. The driven machine is not part
of the drive system. EN 61800-3 defines different limits depending on the installation site of
the drive system, referred to as the first and second environments.
Residential buildings or locations at which the drive system is directly connected to a public
low-voltage network without an intermediate transformer are defined as the first environment.
The term second environment refers to all locations outside residential areas. These are
basically industrial areas which are powered from the medium-voltage network via their own
transformers.

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Four different categories are defined in EN 61800-3 Ed.2 depending on the installation site
and the power of the drive:

Category C1: Drive systems for rated voltages < 1,000 V for unlimited use in the first
environment
Category C2: Stationary drive systems for rated voltages < 1,000 V for use in the second
environment. Use in the first environment is possible if the drive system is
distributed and installed by qualified personnel. The warning information
and installation instructions supplied by the manufacturer must be observed.
Category C3: Drive systems for rated voltages < 1,000 V for exclusive use in the second
environment
Category C4: Drive systems for rated voltages ≥ 1,000 V or for rated currents ≥ 400 A for
use in complex systems in the second environment

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SINAMICS DC MASTER units are nearly always used in the second environment
(Categories C3 and C4).
RFI suppression filters and line reactors are required whenever they are to be used in
Category C2.
SINAMICS DC MASTER units conform to the interference immunity requirements defined in
EN 61800-3 for the second environment, and thus also with the lower interference immunity
requirements in the first environment.

EN 55011
Some situations require compliance with EN 55011, which defines limit values for
interference emissions in industrial and residential environments. The values that are
measured are conducted interference at the line supply connection as interference voltage,
and electromagnetically radiated interference as radio interference, under standardized
conditions.
The standard defines limit values "A1" and "B1" which, for interference voltage, apply to the
150 kHz - 30 MHz range and, for radio interference, the 30 MHz - 2 GHz range. Since
SINAMICS DC MASTER converter units are used in industrial applications, they are subject
to the limit value "A1"; in order to achieve this value, the SINAMICS DC MASTER units must
be provided with external RFI suppression filters and line reactors.

SINAMICS DC MASTER: Industrial applications

Industrial applications demand that units demonstrate an extremely high level of interference
immunity, but by contrast place very low requirements on them in terms of interference
emission levels.
SINAMICS DC MASTER converter units are components of an electrical drive, such as
contactors and switches. Qualified personnel must install them into a drive system which, as
an absolute minimum, consists of the converter unit, motor cables, and motor. Line reactors
and fuses are also required in most cases. Therefore, whether or not a limit value is adhered
to is determined by the components being installed correctly. Limiting interference emission
levels in line with limit value "A1" requires not only the converter unit itself, but also the RFI
suppression filter allocated to it and the line reactor, at the very least; without an RFI
suppression filter, the interference emission level demonstrated by SINAMICS DC MASTER
converter units will exceed limit value "A1" as prescribed by EN 55011.
If the drive forms part of a system, it does not initially need to fulfill any interference emission
requirements, but the EMC Directive does require the system as a whole to be
electromagnetically compatible with its environment.

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If all the control components in the system (such as PLCs) demonstrate a level of
interference immunity that is suitable for industrial applications, then it is not necessary for
every drive to adhere to limit value "A1".

Non-grounded networks
Non-grounded networks (IT systems) are used in some branches of industry in order to
increase the availability of the plant. In the event of a ground fault, no fault current flows and
the plant can continue with production. If RFI suppression filters are brought into the
equation, however, a fault current does flow in the event of a ground fault, which may cause
the drives to shut down or the RFI suppression filter to potentially be destroyed. For this
reason, the product standard does not define any limit values for these networks. From an
economical perspective, any necessary EMC conformance measures should be taken on the
grounded primary side of the supply transformer.

EMC planning
If two units are not electromagnetically compatible, you can reduce the interference emission
level of the source of interference or increase the interference immunity of the potentially
susceptible equipment. Sources of interference are generally power electronics units with
high power consumption; reducing their interference emission levels requires complex filters.
Potentially susceptible equipment usually refers to controlgear and sensors, including their
evaluation circuit. There is less work involved in increasing the interference immunity of
inefficient units, meaning that - economically speaking - increasing interference immunity is
generally a more favorable option for industrial applications than reducing the interference
emission level.
In industrial applications, EMC between units should be based on a carefully-balanced
combination of the interference emission and interference immunity levels.
The most cost-effective measure that can be put in place to achieve EMC conformance is to
physically separate sources of interference and potentially susceptible equipment - provided
that you have taken this option into account during the planning stage of your machine/plant.
In the first instance, it is necessary to determine whether each unit used is a potential source
of interference or potentially susceptible equipment. Within this context, converter units and
contactors, for example, can be counted as sources of interference, while examples of
potentially susceptible equipment are PLCs, encoders, and sensors.
The components in the control cabinet (sources of interference and potentially susceptible
equipment) must be physically separated, by means of partition plates if necessary, or by
installing them in metal enclosures.

6.1.2 EMC-compliant drive installation (installation instructions)

General information
Not only are drives operated in a wide variety of environments, but the electrical components
used (controllers, switch mode power supplies, and so on) can also differ widely with respect
to interference immunity and interference emission levels, meaning that all installation
guidelines of any kind can offer is a practical compromise. For this reason, EMC rules do not
need to be implemented to the letter in all cases, provided that measures are tested on a
case-by-case basis.

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In order to ensure electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) in your control cabinets in rugged

electrical environments and adhere to the standards required by the relevant legislating
body, the EMC rules listed below should be followed during the construction and design
stages.

Rules 1 to 10 apply on a general level. Rules 11 to 15 must be followed in order to fulfill

interference emission standards.

Rules for EMC-compliant installation

1 Connect all metallic parts of the control cabinet to one another over a flat area with
good conductivity (not paint against paint!). Use contact or scratch washers if
necessary. The cabinet door must be connected to the cabinet using the shortest
possible ground strips (at the top, center, and bottom).
2 Contactors, relays, solenoid valves, electromechanical operating hours counters, etc.,
in the cabinet and - where applicable - in neighboring cabinets - must be provided with
quenching combinations such as RC elements, varistors, and diodes. These must be
connected directly at the appropriate coil.
3 Whenever possible, guide signal cables 1) into the cabinet at one level only.
4 Unshielded cables in the same circuit (outgoing/incoming conductors) must be twisted
where possible, or the area between them minimized, to prevent unnecessary frame
antennae.
5 Connect spare wires to the cabinet ground 2) at both ends. This achieves an additional
shielding effect.
6 Avoid unnecessary cable lengths. in order to keep coupling capacities and inductances
low.
7 Crosstalk is generally reduced if the cables are laid close to the control cabinet ground.
Do not, therefore, route cables freely around the cabinet, but lay them as close as
possible to the cabinet enclosure/mounting plates. This also applies to spare cables.
8 Signal and power cables must be physically separated (to prevent coupling paths).
Minimum clearance: You should aim for a minimum of 20 cm.
If it is not possible to physically separate the encoder and motor cables, the encoder
cable must be decoupled either using a partition or by laying it in a metal conduit. The
partition or metal conduit must be grounded at several points.
9 Ground the shields of digital signal cables at both ends (source and destination),
ensuring maximum contact area and good conductivity. In the event of poor
equipotential bonding between the shield connections, run an additional equalizing
conductor with a cross-section of at least 10 mm² parallel to the shield for the purpose
of reducing the shield current. Generally speaking, the shields may also be connected
to the cabinet enclosure (ground) 2) at several points, and connected at several points
outside the control cabinet.
Foil shields should be avoided as they are are at least 5 times less effective than
braided shields.

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10 Shields for analog signal cables may be connected to ground at both ends if
equipotential bonding is good (this must be done over a large area with good
conductivity). It can be assumed that equipotential bonding is good if all metal parts are
well interconnected and the electronics components are supplied from a single source.
Connecting shields at one end prevents low-frequency, capacitive interference
injections (e.g. 50 Hz humming). In this case, the shield should be connected in the
control cabinet; a sheath wire may also be used for this purpose.
The cable to the temperature sensor on the motor (X177:53 to 55) must be shielded
and connected to ground at both ends.
11 Ensure that the RFI suppression filter is always located close to the suspected source
of interference. The filter must be attached to the cabinet enclosure, mounting plate,
etc., over a flat area. Incoming and outgoing cables must be physically separated.
12 RFI suppression filters must be used in order to conform to limit value class A1.
Additional loads must be connected upstream of the filter (on the line side).
The controller used and the manner in which the rest of the control cabinet is wired will
determine whether an additional line filter needs to be installed.
13 A line reactor must be included in the field circuit for controlled field power supplies.
14 A line reactor must be included in the armature circuit of the converter.
15 The motor cables do not have to be shielded. There must be a clearance of at least 20
cm between the power supply and the motor cables (field, armature). Use a partition if
necessary.
Footnotes
1) Signal cables are defined as:
Digital signal cables: e.g. cables for incremental encoders
Analog signal cables: e.g. ±10 V setpoint cable
Serial interfaces: e.g. PROFIBUS DP
2) Generally speaking, "ground" refers to all metallic conductive parts that can be
connected to a protective conductor, such as the cabinet enclosure, motor enclosure,
or foundation ground.

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The strain relief of shielded cables and the shield support must be mechanically decoupled
from one another.

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① Connecting terminal on copper bar, max. cable diameter 15 mm

Notice! Risk of pinching cable if screws tightened too much
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Notice! Risk of pinching cable if screws tightened too much
③ Ferrous tube or cable tie on bare ferrous comb-type/toothed bar
④ Clamp with ferrous backing plate on cable support rail

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6.1.3 Arranging components for converter units

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① The line reactor in the field circuit is dimensioned for the rated current of the motor field.
② The line reactor in the armature circuit is dimensioned for the rated motor current in the
armature. The line current equals 0.82 times the DC current.
③ The RFI suppression filter for the armature circuit is dimensioned for the rated motor current in
the armature. The line current equals 0.82 times the DC current.
④ The RFI suppression filter for the field circuit is dimensioned for the motor field's rated current.
⑤ If the supply voltages for the armature circuit and field circuit are the same, the voltage for the
field can also be taken after the radio interference suppression filter for the armature circuit.

Figure 6-8 Arrangement of reactors and RFI suppression filters

CAUTION

When RFI suppression filters are being used, line reactors must always be used at the unit
input to decouple the TSE circuit.
The components must be wired in the following order:
Line supply – radio interference suppression filter – commutating reactor – power unit.
An incorrect arrangement can destroy a thyristor (short-circuit) and rupture a fuse.

Catalog LV60 is used for selecting line reactors.

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6.1.4 Information on line-side harmonics produced by converter units in a fully-

controlled two-pulse bridge circuit configuration (B6C and (B6)A(B6)C)
The majority of converter units for medium-power applications have a fully-controlled two-
pulse bridge circuit configuration. Below is an example of the harmonics that can be found in
a typical system configuration for two firing angles (α = 20° and α = 60°).
The values have been taken from a previous publication, "Oberschwingungen im
netzseitigen Strom sechspulsiger netzgeführter Stromrichter (Harmonics in the Line-Side
Current of Six-Pulse, Line-Commutated Converters)" by H. Arremann and G. Möltgen,
Siemens Research and Development Division, Volume 7 (1978) No. 2, Springer-Verlag
1978.
In addition, the example specifies formulae which, depending on the actual operating data in
use [line voltage (no-load voltage Uv0), line frequency fN, and DC current Id], can be used to
calculate the short-circuit power SK and armature inductance La for the motor to which the
specified harmonics spectrum applies. If the actual line short-circuit power and/or actual
armature inductance deviate from the values calculated in this way, then they will need to be
calculated on a case-by-case basis.
The harmonics spectrum listed below is produced if the values for the short-circuit power SK
at the unit terminal and the armature inductance La of the motor, calculated using the
formulae below, match the actual values found in the system. If the values do not match, a
separate calculation procedure will need to be carried out for the harmonics.

a) α = 20° b) α = 60°
Fundamental factor g = 0.962 Fundamental factor g = 0.953
ν Iν/I1 ν Iν/I1 ν Iν/I1 ν Iν/I1
5 0.235 29 0.018 5 0.283 29 0.026
7 0.100 31 0.016 7 0.050 31 0.019
11 0.083 35 0.011 11 0.089 35 0.020
13 0.056 37 0.010 13 0.038 37 0.016
17 0.046 41 0.006 17 0.050 41 0.016
19 0.035 43 0.006 19 0.029 43 0.013
23 0.028 47 0.003 23 0.034 47 0.013
25 0.024 49 0.003 25 0.023 49 0.011
The fundamental component of current I1 as a reference variable is calculated using the
following formula:
I1 = g × 0.817 × Id
where Id is the DC current of the operating point under investigation
and where g is the fundamental factor (see above)
The harmonics currents calculated on the basis of the tables above only apply to

I.) Short-circuit power SK at the converter unit terminal

SK = U2v0/XN (VA)
where
XN = XK - XD = 0.03526 × Uv0 / Id - 2πfN × LD (Ω)
and

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Uv0 is the no-load voltage at the converter unit terminal in V,

Id is the DC current of the operating point under investigation in A,
fN is the line frequency in Hz,
LD is the inductance of the line reactor used in H,
XD is the line reactor impedance,
XN is the network impedance, and
XK is the impedance at the unit terminals

II.) Armature inductance La

La = 0.0488 × Uv0 / (fN × Id) (H)
If the actual values for the short-circuit power SK and/or armature inductance La deviate from
the values calculated using the formulae above, a separate calculation procedure will need
to be carried out.

Example:
Let us take a drive with the following data:
Uv0 = 400 V
Id = 150 A
fN = 50 Hz
LD = 0.169 mH (4EU2421-7AA10 with ILn = 125 A)
Where
XN = 0.03536 × 400 / 150 - 2π × 50 × 0.169 × 10-3 = 0.0412 Ω,
the network short-circuit power at the converter unit terminal is as follows:
SK = 4002 / 0.0412 = 3.88 MVA
and the armature inductance of the motor is as follows:
La = 0.0488 × 400 / (50 × 150) = 2.60 mH
The harmonic currents Iν (where I1 = g × 0.817 × Id for firing angles α = 20° and α = 60°) that
can be taken from the tables only apply for the values SK and La calculated using this
method. If the actual values deviate from these, a separate calculation procedure will need to
be carried out.
For the purpose of dimensioning filters and compensation equipment with reactors, it is only
possible to draw on the information provided by the harmonics values calculated in this way
if the values calculated for SK and La match the actual drive values. In all other cases, a
separate calculation procedure needs to be carried out (this particularly applies when using
machines with compensation, as they demonstrate a very low armature inductance level).

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6.1.5 Data on the line-side harmonics from converter units in a fully-controlled AC

bridge circuit B2C
Converter units for lower power ratings can be connected and parameterized as fully-
controlled AC bridge circuit.
Below is an example for the current harmonics of a typical system configuration of a field
excitation controller (this is a system with a large DC circuit inductance). The case with the
highest harmonic load of the line supply has been selected here.
For every motor used, a separate investigation must be performed to determine the actual
harmonic load. In any case, the result will be less than in the example shown.
For comparison purposes, the table also includes the harmonic load of a B6C three-phase
bridge at the same operating point as the field excitation controller.

Harmonic order B2C 2) B6C 2) Harmonic order B2C 2) B6C 2)

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19 4.7 % 5.0 % 45 2.0 %
21 4.3 % 47 1.9 % 2.0 %
23 3.9 % 4.2 % 49 1.8 % 2.0 %
25 3.6 % 3.8 %
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2) converter circuit

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6.2 Cable routing in the unit

Note
Cables, which are not mechanically fixed in the unit, must be externally fixed.

Figure 6-9 Example for cable routing when fully expanded

Note
The PROFINET cables must be routed into the unit from the top (PROFINET is only
available with Communication Board(s) CBE20).

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① XP24V, electronics power supply connection

② XL1, fan monitoring input
③ XL2, floating relay output for the fan. Mechanically attach the cable using one of the shield
clamps ⑧ at the side of the enclosure.
④ XR1, floating relay output for the line contactor. Mechanically attach the cable using one of the
shield clamps ⑧ at the side of the enclosure.
⑤ XS1, E-STOP connection
⑥ XT1, analog tachometer connection
⑦ XB, current transformer connection
Route all cables into the unit from the bottom. Cable clamps are provided at the side panels to
mechanically fix the cables.
Figure 6-10 Cable routing, power interface

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PROFIBUS cable connection (cannot be seen in the diagrams above):

● Route the PROFIBUS cables into the unit from the bottom
● Screw the PROFIBUS bus connector to connector X126 at the CUD using the two screws
● A shield support is not required in the unit

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6.4 Connecting the external power unit

The following 5 figures show all the required connections to the power unit.
● Figure: "Connection of a 4-quadrant power unit (1)":
– 4-quadrant drive (parameters assigned for a 4-quadrant drive as delivered - p51825 =
4)
– Line voltage and armature voltage measured via Faston terminals on the firing pulse
transformer module (as delivered)
● Figure: "Connection of a 4-quadrant power unit (2)":
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4)
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from the power unit
● Figure: "Connection of a 2-quadrant power unit (1)":
– 2-quadrant drive (parameter assignment: parameter p51825 = 2)
– Line voltage and armature voltage measured via Faston terminals on the firing pulse
transformer module (as delivered). The armature current can only be measured if a
connection is made to 1D1 on the power unit.
● Figure: "Connection of a 2-quadrant power unit (2)":
– 2-quadrant drive (parameter assignment: parameter p51825 = 2)
– Line voltage and armature voltage measured via additional cables to be fed directly
from the power unit
● Figure: "Connections to the power interface":
– Connection of fan contactor, fan monitoring equipment, temperature sensors on the
heat sink, external monitoring equipment

WARNING

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unit for the purpose of measuring the line voltage and armature voltage, the existing Spec
44 cables (white) which are no longer required must be completely removed.

Please refer to the next section for options on how to position the two plates and how the
unit can be divided.

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WARNING

The following electrical connections between the power unit (line voltage) and the
electronics must have short-circuit protection:
• Secondary sides of the firing pulse transformers
• Voltage measurement equipment
• Fuse monitoring equipment
Short-circuit protection measures must be implemented when laying these cables (which
carry a line voltage). The rms currents in the cables referred to are lower than 0.5 A.
• Method 1:
Short-circuit proof cables which burn from the inside when overloaded without bursting
their insulation
• Method 2:
Cables protected as close to the power unit as possible with fuses. Fuses must have the
required cut-off capacity!

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fire.

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The SINAMICS DCM Control Module consists of 2 plates.
Modules in the front plate:
● Power interface (C98043-A7109)
● Control Unit (CUD)
● BOP20 Operator Panel
● Second CUD (optional)
● Communication Board(s) CBE20 (optional)
Modules in the rear plate:
● Fuse monitoring equipment (C98043-A7118)
● Voltage measurement equipment (C98043-A7117)
● Firing pulse transformer module (C98043-A7043)
The two plates can be mounted at a distance from each other in the system, if required.
The firing pulse transformer module can be physically divided. This means parts of it can be
mounted outside the unit itself in the area around the power unit.

A few examples are given below:

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top of the other. The correct cables (connectors X21A, X22A, XS20, XS21, and X102) for
this mounting type are already in place.
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with the examples below.

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auxiliary cathode of the particular thyristor. This shield must be adequately insulated with
respect to its environment as it is at the full line supply voltage including the hole storage
effect peaks.

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Notes:
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on fuse monitoring equipment.
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power units".

Example 5: Controlling a SITOR thyristor set 6QG12

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instead of the old-style small firing pulse transformer boards. The fuse monitoring and
voltage measurement equipment is mounted in the immediate vicinity of the SITOR set.

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For information: Circuit diagram, SITOR set (4Q) before being equipped with SINAMICS DCM Control Module

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module for measuring actual current values (if SITOR sets 6QG12 are being used without a transformer module for
measuring actual current values, there is no need for an A7 module)

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<1> Firing pulse transformers C98043-A7043 inserted into the plastic holders available (following the order of the
terminal names shown in the figure).
Cables routed to the firing pulse transformers run from terminal strips XIMP_1 to XIMP11 (IMP11, P24) - IMP16
(IMP16, P24).
Firing cables X11 (K, G) to X16 (K, G) routed to the thyristors not shown
(X11 to X16 each routed to thyristor V01 in the thyristor double block, X21 to X26 routed to thyristor V02)
<2> Connection of the fuse monitoring equipment to the Faston tabs on the fuse holders.
The equipment for measuring the line voltage can be connected to the fuses in the thyristor blocks A1 (= AK1 = U),
A3 (= AK3 = V), and A5 (= AK5 = W) (see circuit diagram below).
<3> Do not connect X1
<4> Measurement of armature voltage: Connection of KW - C and AW - D (see the circuit diagram below for details of
how to connect to Faston tabs on the thyristor blocks)

Figure 6-25 Circuit B6C (2-quadrant drive)

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For information: Circuit diagram, SITOR set (2Q) before being equipped with SINAMICS DCM Control Module

SITOR sets 6QG12 in a three-phase current bridge circuit [B6C] with a transformer module for measuring actual current
values (if SITOR sets 6QG12 are being used without a transformer module for measuring actual current values, there is no
need for an A7 module)

Figure 6-26 SITOR 2Q before modification

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6.6 Measurement of the armature current

6.6.1 General information

Measuring circuit at power interface C98043-A7109:

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Arrangement at power interface C98043-A7109:

Arrangement of X_I_IST

Arrangement of terminals XB
Notes:
In the diagrams above, switch S700 is shown in the state when shipped from the factory.
The disconnecting links for switch S700 must be soldered into the hooks to ensure the connection is secure.

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Dimensioning current transformers, load resistors

The digital-to-analog converter circuit on the CUD can process voltages of up to ±3 V (peak
value). When dimensioning the current transformers and load resistors, it is important to
ensure the voltage at signals BUERDE_1 and BUERDE_2 (see "Current measurement"
figure) never exceeds this value, even at the highest expected overcurrent in the power unit.
On delivery, actual current value measurement on the SINAMICS DCM Control Module is
configured in such a way as to ensure an actual current value signal of 1 V at the rated
device current. The difference amplifier in the "Current measurement" figure can also be
used (with amplification of 0.1) to adjust the input voltage of existing measuring equipment
with different scaling.
It is better to dimension the current transformers and load resistors in such a way as to
ensure an average load voltage of no more than 1 V at the armature's rated DC current.
If an external load resistor is being used, ensure the wires between this resistor and
terminals XB-1 to XB-8 are twisted and kept as short as possible. To prevent measuring
errors, the external load resistor itself should be connected in accordance with the four-wire
method (potential tap) and have as little inductance as possible.
With the four-wire method, the current to be measured is routed through the resistor. The
resulting voltage (load voltage) is tapped at the connections at a distance specified by the
manufacturer. This ensures measurements are as accurate as possible.
Only load resistors with a maximum power loss of at least 0.5 W can be soldered in at the
soldering terminals parallel to the 10 Ω load resistors already installed. If 5 A current
transformers are already present, 5 A/ 0.1 A matching transformers should be used. In such
cases, the standard R701 and R708 load resistors can be used with 10 Ω each.
The maximum permissible current at input terminals XB1 to XB4, XB7, and XB8 is 1 A.
If two current transformers are already present in a V-circuit, these can be connected directly
to terminals XB-1 to XB-4 in order to reduce the wait time for current reversal (greater
dynamic response to torque changes).
Interposing current transformers may only be connected directly downstream of a current
transformer and not downstream of a V-circuit!

6.6.2 Current measurement with two current transformers on the line side
(on delivery)
Configuration as described in the section titled "Connecting the external power unit"

Current transformers

XB-1 k1 Current transformer T1 signal K line side

XB-2 l1 Ground reference L modular side
XB-3 l2 Ground reference
XB-4 k2 Current transformer T2 signal
The current transformers must have no external connection to ground. Only terminals XB-2
and XB-3 may be used for this purpose.

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Table 6- 4 Recommended current transformers

Armature current Ratio Order number Primary side

Up to 600 A 6,000:1 C98130-A1023-C771 Hole 31 × 5.5 mm
Up to 850 A 8,500:1 C98130-A1023-C850 Hole ∅ 22 mm
Up to 1,200 A 12,000:1 C98130-A1023-C772 Hole 61 × 10.5 mm
Up to 1,600 A 16,000:1 C98130-A7023-C062 Hole ∅ 11 mm
Up to 2,400 A 24,000:1 C98130-A1023-C773 Cu cylinder piece
Height 45 mm, hole ∅ 12.2 mm
Up to 3,000 A 30,000:1 C98130-A1023-C740 Hole ∅ 12.2 mm

S700 switch positions:

2 – 3 connected
5 – 6 connected
8 – 9 connected

The position of the S700 means that the difference amplifier at power interface C98043-
A7109 (see "Measuring circuit" figure) is not active. The load voltages from X3 are
connected directly to the control electronics.

Load resistances

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RB = Load resistance
UB = Load voltage (= mean value over 1 current crest, not the rms value or mean value over the
entire period); recommended value = 1 V
ü= Transformation ratio of the current transformer (I2/I1) (in general, ü = 1/number of turns)
Id = Rated armature DC current

The values determined for the load resistances can be set by soldering additional resistors
onto the soldering lugs parallel to R701 and R704 and, if necessary, by pulling out R701 and
R704.
The influence of the magnetizing current can be taken into account in order to determine the
load resistances accurately. If the magnetizing current is not taken into account, an excess
current equivalent to "magnetizing current x number of turns" will flow through the cables
over and above the specified value.
The magnetizing current is determined as follows:
The secondary current of the current transformer must flow through its ohmic resistor (at
maximum operating temperature), load resistor, and any rectifier diodes connected in series.
This results in a calculable voltage drop at the rated current (sine-wave). This voltage (50 Hz
sine-wave) is then applied on the secondary side and the magnetizing current measured.
This value is then used to calculate RB.

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It is also important to ensure that current transformers do not experience excessive

saturation in the event of an overcurrent, as the magnetizing current will increase
dramatically. It is also important to take temperature rise into account when operating at
permanent load.
Load resistance taking the magnetizing current into account:

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Parameter settings

p51822 = Rated armature DC current

p51823 = Load voltage at rated armature current
(on delivery = 1,000.0 mV)
p51824 = 1: Current transformers in phases U and V
2: Current transformers in phases U and W (on delivery)
3: Current transformers in phases V and W
4: Current transformers externally interconnected in a V-circuit
5: Actual current value signal, bipolar (external shunt)
p51852 = 0: Internal measurement of armature current actual value
1: Measurement of armature current actual value via X177.1/2
2: Measurement of armature current actual value via X177.3/4
3: Measurement of armature current actual value via X177.5/6
4: Measurement of armature current actual value via X177.7/8

6.6.3 Current measurement via terminal block XB-1 to XB-4 with external measuring
circuit

6.6.3.1 External current transformers in V-circuit with +1 V at rated armature DC current

Connection
The output signal of the V-circuit is connected to terminals XB-1 (+) and XB-2 (-).
Terminals XB-3 and XB-4 are not used.

S700 switch positions:

2 – 3 connected
5 – 6 connected
8 – 9 connected

Remove R701! The difference amplifier is not used.

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Parameter settings

p51822 = Rated armature DC current

p51823 = Input voltage at rated armature current
p51824 = 4

Load
The load resistor for the V-circuit should be located externally, but must not be grounded
externally. Grounding is via terminal XB-2. R701 should be removed.

6.6.3.2 External current transformers in V-circuit with +10 V at rated armature DC current

Connection
The output signal of the V-circuit is connected to terminals XB-1 (+) and XB-2 (-), terminals
XB-3 and XB-4 must be shorted.

S700 switch positions:

1 – 3 connected
4 – 6 connected
7 – 9 connected

Remove R701. The difference amplifier at the power interface is active. The input signal is
reduced to a tenth of its value (10 V to 1 V at rated DC current).

Parameter settings

p51822 = Rated armature DC current

p51823 = Input voltage at rated armature current/10
p51824 = 4

Load
The load resistor for the V-circuit should be located externally, but must not be grounded
externally. Grounding is via terminal XB-2. R701 should be removed.

6.6.3.3 Differential input for +/-10 V at rated armature DC current

This connection option is intended for operation with an LEM transformer or shunt amplifier.
It should be remembered that many products are limited in terms of what they can control.
Where this is the case, connection should be based on a 1 V input.

Connection
XB-1 positive (not inverted), XB-4 negative (inverted). External grounding at XB-4 is
recommended. The signal has both polarities (switches pole during torque changes).

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S700 switch positions:

1 – 3 connected
4 – 6 connected
7 – 9 connected

Remove R701 and R704. The difference amplifier has an attenuating effect (10:1).

Parameter settings

p51822 = Rated armature DC current

p51823 = Input voltage at rated armature current/10
p51824 = 5 (bipolar)

Load
The load resistor for the LEM transformer should be located externally and grounded with
the power supply. Since shunt amplifiers generally have a ±10 V voltage output, they do not
require a load.

6.6.3.4 Input for +/-1 V at rated armature DC current

This connection option is intended for operation with an LEM transformer.

Connection
XB-1 positive (not inverted), XB-4 negative (inverted). External grounding at XB-4 is
recommended. The signal has both polarities (switches pole during torque changes).

S700 switch positions:

2 – 3 connected
5 – 6 connected
8 – 9 connected

Remove R701.

Parameter settings

p51822 = Rated armature DC current

p51823 = Input voltage at rated armature current
p51824 = 5 (bipolar)

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Load
The load resistor should be located externally and grounded with the LEM transformer's
power supply. The value should be dimensioned to produce a 1 V voltage at the rated
current.

6.6.4 External current measurement via X21A or X_I_IST

X21A-23 and X_I_IST-1 = I_IST, negative actual current value
X21A-24 and X_I_IST-2 = M_I_IST, reference potential

S700 switch positions

1 – 3 connected
5 – 6 connected
8 – 9 connected

The difference amplifier is active. The input signal is inverted and reduced to a tenth of its
value (-10 V to 1 V at rated DC current or -30 V to 3 V at the control limit).

Parameter settings

p51822 = Rated armature DC current

p51823 = Input voltage at rated armature current/10
p51824 = 4 for unipolar (negative) actual current value signal
5 for bipolar actual current value signal

6.6.5 Offset correction via XN1

For Sitor sets 6QGXX with shunt current measurement and both V/f and f/V conversion, the
potentiometer (R202 on module 6QM400 for SITOR thyristor set 6QG22) on the secondary
side should be calibrated to exactly match the zero point of the output voltage when the unit
is de-energized. Please refer to Chapter 6 for 6QG22, "Improving interference immunity and
drift problems of the analog actual current value for SITOR electronics." If this potentiometer
is not set correctly, not only will an offset error occur, but current measurement will be
subject to a scaling error. In order to make additional adjustments to the offset for a precise
zero current message, connector XN1 at power interface A7109 must be connected to an
analog output (±10 V) on the control electronics A7100. The offset can be minimized by
assigning output voltage parameters manually. This will not, however, rectify the scaling
error referred to above.

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6.6.6 Information on the differential input, control limits, and grounding

If the difference amplifier is used with an amplification of 0.1, a differential input voltage of up
to ±30 V can be processed as a single-ended output voltage (up to ±3 V). The value ±3 V
represents the control limits of the analog digital converter on the CUD.
If the output signal from external armature current measurement is scaled to ±10 V at rated
current, it will not be possible to measure overcurrent. For example, if the output signal from
armature current measurement is scaled to ±5 V at rated current, a current of 2 × IRATED can
be measured.
It is vital for users of the SINAMICS DCM Control Module to realize that they need to check
whether the method used for current measurement is really able to map the desired
overcurrents and the expected peak values within the tolerance required. It is important to
check the current measurement circuit to ensure that current mapping remains linear right
through to the desired overcurrent capacity. If this is not the case, the capping of the actual
value will result in current overshooting and, ultimately, in blown fuses.
The most common risk is overloading of the last operational amplifier in the measuring
circuit. This problem can be avoided by scaling external current measurement to a
sufficiently low value. For example, R642 needs to be shorted in 6QG22. Similarly, R71
needs to be jumpered with an additional 100 kΩ in 6QG35. This ensures there is
controllability at anything up to 2 x rated current (±10 V).
The SINAMICS DCM Control Module is able to process load signals up to a peak value of
±3 V (= 3 × rated current). This means processing is possible up to a peak value of ±30 V
when the differential input is being used.
If the V-circuit is being used with a load resistor and there is no downstream amplifier, it is
advisable to dimension the load resistor for 1 V at rated current. The R701 or R704 internal
10 Ω resistor should be removed to minimize the influence of the supply line and terminal
resistance. Please take care when performing calculations if the resistor is still in place!
Existing load resistors for 10 V at rated current can have their previous value and power loss
reduced to a tenth. Terminals XB-1 and XB-2 are used for the connection, with XB-2 acting
as the ground connection. EMC requirements mean there should be no other connection
between the V-circuit and ground.
If a V-circuit for 10 V at rated current is to be connected without any changes, either
terminals XB-1 and XB-4 (with the difference amplifier at 0.1) or terminals X_I_IST are used.
In such cases, one end of the load resistor should be grounded for EMC reasons.
If an external measuring circuit (LEM transformer) is connected, its electronic ground should
be grounded for EMC reasons.

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6.7 Connecting the firing pulse transformers

6.7.1 General information

The 12 firing pulse drivers for the firing pulse transformers are located on module A7109.
The firing pulses for the first torque direction can be accessed via connector X21A and those
for the second torque direction via connector X22A. Each firing pulse driver has an open
drain output with a parallel diode downstream of the electronic ground. A further diode
discharges shutdown overvoltages internally downstream of P44 (+44 V). The 12 firing pulse
transformers (containing 33 Ω series resistors) are located on module A7043. Each is
connected between P24 and the firing-circuit cable. Each of the 12 firing pulse drivers can
control up to 3 firing pulse transformers (containing 33 Ω series resistors) in parallel. There is
no short-circuit protection! The user is responsible for ensuring the outputs are not
overloaded. The maximum power pulse current at each of these outputs is 2.5 A. The circuit
as a whole is dimensioned for long pulses.

6.7.2 Normal use (individual)

Connectors X21A and X22A are connected with the connectors of the same name on
module A7043 via two 26-pin ribbon cables. The firing pulse transformers on the module with
the same name are then connected. It is only necessary to use the ribbon cable for X21A for
operation with just one current direction. If module A7043 has not been divided (broken up),
each firing pulse transformer must be connected with the terminal strip via two twisted
cables.

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6.7.3 Parallel connection of firing pulses

Up to three firing pulse transformers (containing 33 Ω series resistors) can be connected in
parallel. This involves connecting additional A7043 modules (firing pulse transformers)
(spare part order number 6RY1703-0CM01) via ribbon cables or using two twisted cables to
wire each individual firing pulse transformer in parallel with the terminal with the same name.
● Two or three firing pulse transformers can be connected in parallel to increase the firing
current of the thyristors. This involves connecting the secondary sides of the firing pulse
transformers in parallel for each firing pulse. The firing current actually achieved should
be checked with a current probe and an oscilloscope.
● For operation with just one current direction (torque direction), the second half of module
A7043 can be used for connecting a power unit in parallel or increasing the firing current.
This involves connecting connector X21PAR on module A7043 with connector X22PAR
via a 26-pin ribbon cable. Where this is the case, numbers X21 to X26 on the firing pulse
transformers are no longer really applicable.

CAUTION

Never connect more than three firing pulse transformers to any one firing pulse output!
There is a risk of the firing drivers on module A7109 (power interface) being damaged
due to overload.
The power interface (C98043-A7109) is protected by F400 fuses (1 A, time-lag).

6.7.4 External amplification of firing pulses

No more than 3 power units can be connected in parallel unless external firing pulse
amplifiers with their own 24 V supply are connected. The maximum possible load for the
internal firing pulse drivers (open drain) is 2.5 A per pulse.
The associated cables for the electronic ground are also brought out at connectors X21A
and X22A.
The P24 cables of connectors X21A and X22A must not be subjected to loads greater than
1 A (this is not normally connected either). The external firing pulse amplifiers must be
provided with 24 V (22 V to 30 V) via their own power supply. The supply lines for the
external firing pulse amplifiers must be sufficiently interference-proof to prevent thyristors
misfiring under the prevailing conditions.

Notes
● External firing pulse amplifiers usually have integrated pull-up resistors at their inputs. If
this is not the case or interference immunity needs to be increased, additional pull up
resistors can be connected. However, the power pulse current must not exceed 1 A for
each output.
● Where several firing pulse amplifiers with their own power supply are connected in
parallel on the input side (e.g. SITOR sets), the inputs will need to be decoupled by
isolation diodes. This is already the case with SITOR sets.

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6.8 Connecting voltage measurement equipment

The following potentials from the power unit need to be connected to the voltage
measurement equipment (A7117):
● Line supply voltage 1U1, 1V1, and 1W1
● Output voltage 1C1 and 1D1
The mounting tabs are arranged in groups for the different line voltage ranges.

Table 6- 5 Connecting voltage measurement equipment, parameter settings

Rated line voltage Plug in at Parameter 1)

<6V 5.6 V p51821 = 6
6 V - 50 V 50 V p51821 = 50
51 V - 125 V 125 V p51821 = 125
126 V - 250 V 250 V p51821 = 250
251 V - 575 V 575 V p51821 = 575
576 V - 1,000 V 1,000 V p51821 = 1,000
1) Index [0] for line voltage, index [1] for armature voltage

Other parameters:
p50078[0] Actual rated input voltage, armature
p51820 Suitable rated supply voltage (rms value) for the power unit (thyristors' proof
voltage)
The voltage level selected must be the same on the printed circuit board and in the software
or the voltages measured will be highly inaccurate. External voltage transformers must be
used when operating at line voltages above 1,000 V.
Voltage measurement equipment does not generate any ground leakage current.

WARNING

The firing pulse transformers no longer comply with safety regulations at line voltages
above 1,000 V. Thus, it is highly advisable to use firing amplifiers with line isolation for
higher voltages.

WARNING

All connection work must be carried out while the cabinet is de-energized. Connecting the
measurement equipment incorrectly can lead to it being damaged or destroyed. Failure to
observe this warning information can result in death, serious physical injury, or extensive
material damage.

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6.9 Connecting fuse monitoring equipment

One or more C98043-A7118 fuse monitoring units can be used to monitor the fuses of one
or more power units.
Fuse monitoring equipment does not generate any ground leakage current.
Just the same as for the voltage sensing, the cables must be inserted at the blade terminals
for the particular line voltage range. Two adjacent blade terminals form a monitoring function.
Using the C98043-A7118 fuse monitoring unit, up to 6 individual fuses can be monitored,
isolated from one another - or 12 fuses, if there are 2 for each phase. The module is
connected at the Power Interface via X23B.
Fuse monitoring equipment connected in parallel
Up to 5 fuse monitoring units can be connected in parallel to monitor additional fuses. In this
way, up to 30 individual fuses can be monitored or 60 fuses if there are 2 for each phase.
The fuse monitoring units are connected through the fuse monitoring distributor C98043-
A7112 available as accessory.
All fuse monitoring units used are connected at the fuse monitoring distributor (connectors
X23B to X23F). The fuse monitoring distributor is connected to the Power Interface C98043-
A7109 via the ribbon cable provided (connector X23A).
The individual fuse monitoring modules can be activated by entering a "1" at p51831[0..4].

Note
In Chapter Division options (Page 80), the connection of the fuse monitoring unit to the
Power Interface via X23B can be seen in the block diagrams for examples 1 to 3.
Example 4 shows the use of the fuse monitoring distributor for connecting 2 fuse monitoring
units to a Power Interface.

Ordering modules
When delivered, the SINAMICS DCM Control Module includes a fuse monitoring unit
C98043-A7118.
Additional fuse monitoring units as well as the fuse monitoring distributor module C98043-
A7112 are available as accessories.
Ordering data, see Chapter Ordering information for options and accessories (Page 22).

WARNING

All connection work must be carried out while the system is in a no-voltage condition.
Connecting the monitoring equipment incorrectly can lead to it being damaged or
destroyed. Failure to observe this warning information can result in death, serious physical
injury, or extensive material damage.

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6.10 Parallel connection of power units

Current splitting/Symmetry
It is important to ensure the current is split correctly when connecting power units in parallel.
Even distribution must be ensured to prevent power unit overloads. Appropriate derating
measures should be implemented where necessary. In view of this, it is absolutely essential
that all parallel firing pulse transformers/firing pulse amplifiers are of the same type and
design. The split of current across the power units connected in parallel should be checked
during commissioning and corrected, where necessary, by harmonizing source impedances
(line reactors, supply lines, and transformers). If unexpected problems are encountered
during this process, check whether the firing pulses at the thyristors are occurring
simultaneously. The execution times for the firing pulses must not differ by more than
200 ns. In view of this, it is advisable to compare the firing currents of the thyristors on an
oscilloscope using two small current probes. With electrical connections, the power unit
should be safely disconnected to prevent accidents.

Comments on voltage measurement/Synchronization

The best method is to connect voltage measurement equipment 1U1, 1V1, and 1W1 at the
branching points of the line supply. The connection of motor voltages 1C1 and 1D1 is
relatively unimportant.

Comments on fuse monitoring

If possible, all the fuses of the units connected in parallel should be monitored. It is
particularly important to monitor the fuses at branches not measured by a current
transformer. The SINAMICS DCM Control Module is unable to measure whether the current
has been split evenly at these points.

Note
The currents (current splits) measured by the SINAMICS DCM Control Module itself are
wholly dependent on the values determined by the current transformers. The unit itself is not
able to measure current splitting in the phase that runs through the current transformers
(mainly 1V1).
Where only one set of SINAMICS DCM control electronics is being used, with firing pulses
connected in parallel accordingly, it is not easy to determine how the current is split between
the power units. One method is to measure the current at one unit and work out the other
currents, and thereby the total current, on the basis of the known current split. The other
method involves using separate control electronics for each power unit capable of
determining the allocated direct current. These currents can then be added together and the
resulting values used elsewhere.

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WARNING

All connection work must be carried out while the cabinet is de-energized. Failure to
connect correctly can lead to damage or destruction.
The unit must be installed in accordance with safety regulations (e.g. EN, DIN, or VDE) as
well as all other applicable national or local regulations. Grounding, conductor
dimensioning, and the relevant short-circuit protection work must be carried out correctly in
order to ensure operational safety.
Failure to observe this warning information can result in death, serious physical injury, or
extensive material damage.

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6.11 Field supply

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C98043-A7116-L1 = 1Q field
C98043-A7116-L2 = 2Q field (option)
Gate cables: Betatherm 145 0.5 mm2, UL
a = Betatherm 145 6 mm2, UL

Figure 6-28 Power unit field supply

Voltage measurement for the field power unit

Rated supply voltage Parameter

50 V (field extra-low voltage) p50078[1] = 50
400 V (on delivery) p50078[1] = 400

Modification to field extra-low voltage (50 V)

As part of the modification process, the resistors on field module A98043-A7116 must be
replaced:

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Figure 6-29 Field extra-low voltage (1)

R304, R306, R327 (220 kΩ): Replace with 5.6 kΩ

R308, R311, R314, R307, R310, R313, R328, R330, R333: Replace with 0 Ω or jumpers

Figure 6-30 Field extra-low voltage (2)

WARNING

All connection work must be carried out while the cabinet is de-energized. Failure to
connect correctly can lead to damage or destruction.

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6.12 Line reactors

6.12 Line reactors

Line reactors should be dimensioned to produce a short-circuit voltage of between 4% and
10% (based on the rated field current and taking supply impedance into account).
Local regulations regarding line harmonic distortion need to observed when selecting line
reactors. Catalog LV60 contains ordering information and criteria for selecting line reactors.

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6.13 Fuses
Exciter circuit

Table 6- 6 Suggested fuses for the exciter circuit

Max. excitation Siemens fuse Bussmann fuse

current FWP 700V ЯU
A Order number A Order number A
3 5SD420 16 FWP-5B 5
5 5SD420 16 FWP-5B 5
10 5SD420 16 FWP-15B 15
15 5SD440 25 FWP-20B 20
25 5SD440 25 FWP-30B 30
30 5SD480 30 FWP-35B 35
40 3NE1802-0 40 FWP-50B 50

Power interface
F 6.3 A/250 V 5×20 mm (slow-acting fuse)
e.g. Wickmann 193, Littelfuse 217P series

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6.14 Arrangement of printed circuit boards

6.14 Arrangement of printed circuit boards

 

① CUD C98043-A7100 (Advanced CUD and CUD on the right are options)
② Power interface C98043-A7109
③ Firing pulse transformers C98043-A7043
④ Field module C98043-A7116
⑤ Fuse monitoring equipment C98043-A7118
⑥ Voltage measurement equipment C98043-A7117

Figure 6-31 Arrangement of printed circuit boards

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6.15 Arrangement of customer connections (connector terminals, Faston mounting tabs)

6.15 Arrangement of customer connections (connector terminals, Faston

mounting tabs)
Module C98043-A7100 - Control Unit (CUD)
C98043-A7100-L1 = Standard CUD
C98043-A7100-L2 = Advanced CUD
(shown with connector board C98043-A7125 installed)

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Module C98043-A7109 - power interface

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Module C98043-A7117 - voltage measurement equipment

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Module C98043-A7043 - firing pulse transformers

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The following parallel connections are made in each case:

- The terminals with the same names on terminal strips XIMP_1, XIMP_2, and XIMP_3.
- The terminals with the same names on terminal strips XIMP_4, XIMP_5, and XIMP_6.
- X21A and X21PAR, X22A and X22PAR

Figure 6-36 A7043 terminal/connector arrangement

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Module C98043-A7125 - connector board

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Module C98043-A7112 - fuse monitoring distributor (accessory)

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6.16 Connector assignment (terminals, Faston mounting tabs, ribbon cables)

6.16 Connector assignment (terminals, Faston mounting tabs, ribbon

cables)

WARNING

Connecting the unit incorrectly can lead to damage or destruction.

Power cables and busbars must be mechanically fastened in place outside of the unit.

CAUTION

The information regarding terminal connection options in the tables below is based on
values from the terminal data sheets. The connecting cables must be dimensioned for the
prevailing currents.

Overview

Table 6- 7 Terminals and connectors overview

3U1, 3W1, 3C, 3D Exciter circuit

XP24V Electronics power supply
X21A, X22A Firing module
X23A Fuse monitoring distributor
X23B Fuse monitoring - individual
X45 Voltage measurement
X100, X101 DRIVE-CLiQ
X126 PROFIBUS
X165, X166 Parallel-connection interface
X177 Analog inputs, digital inputs, digital outputs, setpoints, reference voltage (P10/N10), serial
interface (peer-to-peer), incremental encoder, analog outputs, temperature sensor
X178, X179 Interface to AOP30, USS interface
XF1 Field module
X_I_IST External current actual value
XB-1 ... XB-8 Current transformer
XL1 Relay output for fan (up to 240 V)
XL2 Fan monitoring
XM Ground
XR1 Relay output for line contactor (up to 240 V)
XS1 Safety shutdown E-STOP
XT1 Analog tachometer
XT5, XT6 Temperature sensors

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6.16.1 Connecting the protective conductor

The SINAMICS DCM Control Module has connecting lugs at the side of both cradles to
connect the protective conductor.
In the delivery condition (both cradles assembled), the protective conductor should be
connected to one of these lugs. Minimum cross section 4 mm2.
If the two cradles are installed separately, then a protective conductor must be connected to
both cradles.

Note
If the unit is stored for a longer period of time, a layer of corrosion can form on the bare
metal surfaces of the cradles. Before connecting the protective conductor, this must be
removed from the connection lugs.

6.16.2 Exciter circuit

Table 6- 8 Terminal type, connections for the exciter circuit

Type 20E/4DS terminal strip

Connection capacity Rigid/flexible (mm2/mm2): 6-16 / 6-10
Stripped length 8 mm

Table 6- 9 Assignment of connections for the exciter circuit

Terminal Function Technical data

XF1: Line supply connection 2-ph. 400 V AC (– 20%), 2-ph. 480 V AC (+10%)
3U1, 3W1
XF2-1: 3D Field winding connection 325 V / 373 V rated DC voltage
XF2-2: 3C with 2-ph. 400 V / 480 V AC line supply connection

6.16.3 Electronics power supply

Table 6- 10 Terminal type, electronics power supply

Type Wago 256 spring-loaded terminal

Connection capacity 0.08 - 2.5 mm2, AWG 18-12
Stripped length 5 - 6 mm

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Table 6- 11 Assignment of terminals for the electronics power supply

Terminal Function Technical data

XP24V
+ 24 V infeed 18 V to 30 V DC; current consumption 1 A ... 5 A
- Recommended conductor cross-section 1.5 mm2
Internal protection with F200 fuses (6.3 A, time-lag),
External protection 6 A ... 16 A, B or C characteristic
Module C98043-A7109, power interface

6.16.4 Open-loop and closed-loop control section

Table 6- 12 Terminal type, open-loop and closed-loop control section

X177:
Type SPT 1.5 spring-loaded terminal
Connection capacity Rigid/flexible/conductor sizes (mm2/mm2/AWG): 0.2-1.5 / 0.2-1.5 / 24-16
Flexible with end sleeve without/with plastic sleeve:
0.25-1.5/0.25-0.75 mm2 (stripped length 8 mm)
Stripped length 10 mm
X178, X179:
Type FMC 1.5 plug-in terminal
Connection capacity Rigid/flexible/conductor sizes (mm2/mm2/AWG): 0.2-1.5 / 0.2-1.5 / 24-16
Flexible with end sleeve without/with plastic sleeve: 0.25-1.5/0.25-0.75 mm2
Stripped length 10 mm
XR1, XS1, XT1:
Type MSTB 2.5/CIF plug-in terminal
Connection capacity Rigid/flexible/conductor sizes (mm2/mm2/AWG): 0.2-2.5 / 0.2-2.5 / 24-12
Flexible with end sleeve without/with plastic sleeve: 0.25-2.5/0.25-2.5 mm2
Stripped length 7 mm
Tightening torque 0.5 - 0.6 Nm
X126:
Type Submin D, 9-pin
X100, X101:
Type Modular jack 8/4 (RJ45)
XB-1... XB-8, X_I_IST, XM:
Type Wago 256 spring-loaded terminal
Connection capacity 0.08 - 2.5 mm2, AWG 18-12
Stripped length 5 - 6 mm
XT5, XT6:
Type Faston mounting tabs, 2.8 × 0.8 mm

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Terminals on connector board C98043-A7125

Also refer to "Inputs/Outputs" in the section titled "Descriptions of functions".

Table 6- 13 Assignment, terminal X177

Terminal Function Technical data

X177
Analog inputs (assignable inputs)
1 AI 3 + Analog input 3 Input type (signal type):
2 AI 3 - Differential input ±10 V; 150 kΩ
3 AI 4 + Analog input 4 Resolution approx. 5.4 mV (±11 bits)
4 AI 4 - Common-mode controllability: ±15 V
5 AI 5 + Analog input 5
6 AI 5 -
7 AI 6 + Analog input 6
8 AI 6 -
Digital inputs (assignable inputs)
9 24 V 24 V supply (output) 24 VDC, short-circuit proof
10 DC Max. load 200 mA (terminals 9 and 10 together),
internal supply related to internal ground terminal
11 DI 0 Digital input 0 H signal: +15 to +30 V
12 DI 1 Digital input 1 L signal: –30 to +5 V or terminal open
8.5 mA at 24 V
13 DI 2 Digital input 2
14 DI 3 Digital input 3
Digital inputs/outputs (assignable inputs/outputs)
15 DI/ Digital input Type, input/output parameterizable
DO 4 /output 4 Features of inputs:
16 DI/ Digital input H signal: +15 to +30 V
DO 5 /output 5 L signal: 0 V to +5 V or terminal open
8.5 mA at 24 V
17 DI/ Digital input
DO 6 /output 6 Features of outputs:
H signal: +20 V to +26 V
18 DI/ Digital input L signal: 0 to +2 V
DO 7 /output 7 short-circuit proof; max. current carrying capacity: 100 mA per DO;
max. total load of all DO (CUD left X177:15-22 + CUD right X177:15-
22): 800 mA
internal protection circuit (freewheeling diode)
If overload occurs: alarm A60018
19 DO 0 Digital output 0 H signal: +20 V to +26 V
20 DO 1 Digital output 1 L signal: 0 to +2 V
short-circuit proof; max. current carrying capacity: 100 mA per DO;
21 DO 2 Digital output 2 max. total load of all DO (CUD left X177:15-22 + CUD right X177:15-
22 DO 3 Digital output 3 22): 800 mA
23, 24 M Ground, digital internal protection circuit (freewheeling diode)
If overload occurs: alarm A60018
Analog inputs, setpoint inputs (assignable inputs)
25 AI 0 + Analog input 0 Input type (signal type), parameterizable:
26 AI 0 - Main setpoint - Differential input ±10 V; 150 kΩ

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Terminal Function Technical data

X177
27 AI 1 + Analog input 1 - Current input 0 - 20 mA; 300 Ω or 4 - 20 mA; 300 Ω
28 AI 1 - Resolution approx. 0.66 mV (±14 bits)
Common-mode controllability: ±15 V
29 AI 2 + Analog input 2 Input type (signal type):
30 AI 2 - - Differential input ±10 V; 150 kΩ
Resolution approx. 0.66 mV (±14 bits)
Common-mode controllability: ±15 V
Note:
An external armature voltage actual value can also be connected at
this input. See function diagram 6902 in the SINAMICS DCM List
Manual.
Reference voltage
31 P10 Reference voltage ±10 V Tolerance ±1% at 25 °C
32 N10 (output) Stability 0.1% per 10 °K
33, 34 M Ground, analog 10 mA short-circuit proof
Serial interface, peer-to-peer RS485
35, 36 M Ground, digital
37 TX+ Send cable + 4-wire send cable, positive differential output
38 TX- Send cable - 4-wire send cable, negative differential output
39 RX+ Receive cable + 4-wire receive cable, positive differential output
40 RX- Receive cable - 4-wire receive cable, negative differential output
Incremental encoder input
41 Incremental encoder supply +13.7 to +15.2 V, 300 mA short-circuit proof (electronically protected)
42 Incremental encoder ground If overload occurs: alarm A60018

43 Track 1 positive connection Load: ≤ 5.25 mA at 15 V (without switching losses)

44 Track 1 negative connection Pulse duty factor: 1:1
45 Track 2 positive connection See below for data relating to cables, cable length, shield support,
input pulse levels, hysteresis, track displacement, and pulse
46 Track 2 negative connection frequency.
47 Zero mark positive connection
48 Zero mark negative connection
Analog outputs (assignable outputs)
49 AO 0 Analog output 0 ±10 V, max. 2 mA short-circuit proof, resolution ±15 bits
50 M Ground, analog
51 AO 1 Analog output 1
52 M Ground, analog
Connections for temperature sensor (motor interface 1)
53 Temp 1 Sensor acc. to p50490 (refer to SINAMICS DCM List Manual
54 Temp 2 (sense cable) The cable to the temperature sensor on the motor must be shielded

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Terminal Function Technical data

X177
55 Temp 3 and connected to ground at both ends.
The cables for the Temp 1 and Temp 3 connections to the
temperature sensor must be approximately the same length.
The sense cable (Temp 2) is used for compensating the cable
resistances. If you are not using a sense cable, terminals 54 and 55
must be connected.
Connection without/with sense cable:

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56 M Ground, analog
Module C98043-A7125 (connector board)

Characteristic values for the incremental encoder evaluation electronics

For supported encoder types, refer to the description of parameter p0400 and Appendix A.2
in the SINAMICS DCM List Manual.

Note
Incremental encoder evaluation via terminals X177.41 to 48 does not support any SSI
encoders.
A Sensor Module Cabinet-Mounted SMC30 is required for evaluating SSI encoders (see the
section titled "Additional system components").

CAUTION

Selecting the encoder type with p0400 does not result in any changes to the supply voltage
for the incremental encoder (terminals X177.41 and 42).
Terminal X177.41 always supplies +15 V. An external power supply is required for
incremental encoders with other supply voltages (e.g. +5 V).

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Input pulse levels:

Encoder signals (symmetrical/asymmetrical) up to a maximum of 27 V differential voltage
can be processed by the evaluation electronics.
The encoder type is selected using p0400. The evaluation electronics are adjusted
electronically to the encoder signal voltage:

Rated input voltage 5V 15 V

Encoder TTL HTL
Low signal level (differential voltage) < 0.8 V < 5.0 V
High signal level (differential voltage) > 2.0 V > 8.0 V
Hysteresis > 0.2 V > 1.0 V
Common-mode controllability ±10 V ±10 V

If the incremental encoder does not supply any symmetrical encoder signals, it must be
grounded with each signal cable twisted in pairs and connected to the negative connections
of track 1, track 2, and zero mark.
Switching frequency:
The maximum frequency of the encoder pulses is 300 kHz. To ensure the encoder pulses
are evaluated correctly, the minimum distance (Tmin) between two encoder signal edges
(track 1, track 2), as listed in the table, must be adhered to.

Rated input voltage 5V 15 V

Differential voltage 1) 2V > 2.5 V 8V 10 V > 14 V
Tmin 2) 630 ns 380 ns 630 ns 430 ns 380 ns

1) Differential voltage at the terminals of the evaluation electronics

2) The phase error LG (deviation from 90°) that may occur as a result of the encoder and
cable can be calculated on the basis of Tmin:
LG= ± (90° – fp × Tmin × 360°)
LG = Phase error
fp = Pulse frequency
Tmin = Minimum edge distance
This formula only applies if the pulse duty factor of the encoder signals is 1:1.
If the incremental encoder is incorrectly matched to the encoder cable, disturbing cable
reflections will occur at the receiving end. To ensure that encoder pulses of this type can be
evaluated without errors, these reflections need to be damped. The limit values listed in the
table below must be adhered to in order to prevent the resulting power losses in the
evaluation electronics adaptor from being exceeded.

fmax 50 kHz 100 kHz 150 kHz 200 kHz 300 kHz
Differential voltage 3) ≤ 27 V ≤ 22 V ≤ 18 V ≤ 16 V ≤ 14 V

3) Differential voltage of encoder pulses without load (= approximately the supply voltage of
the incremental encoder)

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Cable, cable length, shield support:

The encoder cable capacitance must be recharged at each encoder edge change. The rms
value of this current is proportional to the cable length and pulse frequency, and must not
exceed the current permitted by the encoder manufacturer. A suitable cable that meets the
recommendations of the encoder manufacturer must be used, and the maximum cable
length must not be exceeded. Generally speaking, a twisted cable pair with a single pair
shield is sufficient for each track. This reduces crosstalk between the cables. Shielding all
the pairs provides protection against interference pulses. The shield should be connected to
the SINAMICS DC MASTER shield support over a large area.

Note
For connecting an incremental encoder (see also Chapter "Applications").

Terminals at the power interface

Table 6- 14 Terminals XR1, XS1, XT1, XL1, XL2, XM, X_I_IST, XB

Terminal Function Technical data

Analog tachometer XT1
XT1-103 Tachometer connection ±270 V
8 to 270 V Input resistance 159 kΩ
XT1-104 Ground, analog M Resolution ±14 bits

Safety shutdown E-STOP XS1

XS1-105 Input (switch) Ie = 20 mA
XS1-106 Supply (output) 24 VDC, max. load 1 A, short-circuit proof
Floating relay outputs XR1, XL1
XR1-109 Relay for line contactor Current carrying capacity:
XR1-110 ≤ 250 V AC, 4 A; cosφ = 1
XL1-120 Relay for fan contactor ≤ 250 V AC, 2 A; cosφ = 0.4
XL1-121 ≤ 30 V DC, 2 A
Max. 4 A external protection, C characteristic recommended
Monitoring inputs XL2
XL2-122 + Fan monitoring Differential inputs
XL2-123 - (fault F60267) Max. input voltage ±50 V
Configuration with p51832 Common mode range -2 V to +50 V
L signal: <8 V, H signal: >11 V
XL2-124 + External monitoring Input resistance 30 kΩ
XL2-125 - (fault F60203) Switchable resistors 1.8 kΩ:
Configuration with p51833
   

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Electronics ground
XM-M Electronics ground
XM-M

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Terminal Function Technical data

Actual current value X_I_IST
I_I_IST Actual value of current Input for external actual current value
M_I_IST Ground reference for actual Analog 0 ... -10 V
current value
Current transformer connections XB
XB1 Current transformer T1 - k1 Configuration of current transformers in accordance with p51824
XB2 Current transformer T1 - l1
M_BUERDE
XB3 Current transformer T2 - l2
M_BUERDE
XB4 Current transformer T2 - k2
XB5 Amplifier output from T3 Configuration of current transformers in accordance with p51824
XB6 M_BUERDE
XB7 Current transformer T3 - l3
M_BUERDE
XB8 Current transformer T3 - k3
Module C98043-A7109, power interface

Serial interface to AOP30/USS interface

Table 6- 15 Terminal X178

Terminal Function Technical data

X178
1 Supply (output) 24 VDC short-circuit proof, maximum load 200 mA
Internal supply related to internal ground terminal
2 Ground, AOP M
3 RX+/TX+ Send and receive cable, RS485, two-wire
Positive differential input/output
4 RX-/TX- Send and receive cable, RS485, two-wire
Negative differential input/output
5 Ground, digital M
6 Ground, digital M
Module C98043-A7100-L1/L2, Standard/Advanced CUD

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Table 6- 16 Terminal X179

Terminal Function Technical data

X179
1 Supply (output) 4.4 to 5.4 VDC short-circuit proof, maximum load 300 mA
Internal supply related to internal ground terminal
2 Ground, digital M
3 TXD1 Send cable, RS232 standard (V.24)
4 RXD1 Receive cable, RS232 standard (V.24)
5 TXD2 Send cable, RS232 standard (V.24)
6 RXD2 Receive cable, RS232 standard (V.24)
Module C98043-A7100-L1/L2, Standard/Advanced CUD

Note:
Only one of the two interfaces - RS485 (X178-3, 4) or RS232 (X179-3, 4) - may be used.

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PROFIBUS connection

Table 6- 17 PROFIBUS connector assignment

Connector Pin Signal name Technical data

X126
1 - Not assigned
2 - Not assigned
3 RxD/TxD-P RS485 receive/transmit data P (B)
4 CNTR-P Control signal (TTL)
5 DGND PROFIBUS data ground
6 VP Positive supply voltage (5 V +/-10%)
7 - Not assigned
8 RxD/TxD-N RS485 receive/transmit data N (A)
9 - Not assigned

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DRIVE-CLiQ

Table 6- 18 DRIVE-CLiQ connector assignment

Connector Pin Signal name Technical data

X100, X101
1 TXP Transmit data +
2 TXN Transmit data -

3 RXP Receive data +
 4 - Reserved, do not use
5 - Reserved, do not use
6 RXN Receive data -
7 - Reserved, do not use
8 - Reserved, do not use
- Shield Permanently connected to ground
Module C98043-A7100-L2, Advanced CUD

Connectors at the power interface

Table 6- 19 Connectors XT5, XT6

Terminal Function Technical data

Temperature sensor input (XT5)
XT5-1 Electronic ground GND Sensor in accordance with p51830[0..2]
XT5-3 Heat sink temperature
Temperature sensor input (XT6)
XT6-1 Electronic ground GND Sensor in accordance with p51830[0..2]
XT6-3 Heat sink temperature
Zero calibration of actual current value measurement (XN1)
XN1 Infeed point for zero calibration Please refer to the section titled "Measurement of the armature
current"
Ground (X600)
X600 Ground, e.g. for zero calibration
via XN1
Soldering lugs for load resistor R701 (X701, X702)
X701 Connection to XB-1
X702 Connection to XB-2
Soldering lugs for load resistor R704 (X703, X704)
X703 Connection to XB-3
X704 Connection to XB-4
Soldering lugs for load resistor R708 (X707, X708)
X707 Connection to XB-7
X708 Connection to XB-8
Module C98043-A7109, power interface

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Memory card slot

Figure 6-40 Module C98043-A7100 CUD, slot for Memory card

CAUTION
• The Memory card may only be inserted as shown in the figure above.
• The Memory card must not be removed or inserted while data is being saved.
Procedure to safely remove the memory card, see Chapter "Operation", Section
"Memory card functions".
• If you are returning a defective module (C98043-A7100 (CUD)), do not return the
Memory card along with it - instead, keep it so that you can use it in the replacement
module.

No Memory card is required to operate the CUD.

The Memory card is needed in the following applications:
● Saving parameters
Parameters are saved on the Memory card and can simply be copied onto a new CUD if
it needs to be replaced.
● Software update
A software update is easy to carry out using a Memory card.
● Loading additional languages onto the Advanced Operator Panel AOP30.
● Performing an offline long-time trace
● Loading the DCC block library into the drive
● SINAMICS Link function: The SINAMICS Link function requires that the memory card is
always inserted.

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6.16.5 Voltage measurement equipment

Connection type: Faston mounting tabs, 4.8 mm

Table 6- 20 Voltage measurement connections

Connection Function Technical data, comments

XU1 Measurement of line voltage Rated line voltage (armature) >575 V to 1,000 V
XV1 Phases U-V-W (p51821 = 1,000)
XW1 (1,000 V)
XC1 Measurement of armature Rated line voltage (armature) >575 V to 1,000 V
XD1 voltage (p51821 = 1,000)
(1,000 V)
XU2 Measurement of line voltage Rated line voltage (armature) >250 V to 575 V
XV2 Phases U-V-W (p51821 = 575)
XW2 (575 V)
XC2 Measurement of armature Rated line voltage (armature) >250 V to 575 V
XD2 voltage (p51821 = 575)
(575 V)
XU3 Measurement of line voltage Rated line voltage (armature) >125 V to 250 V
XV3 Phases U-V-W (p51821 = 250)
XW3 (250 V)
XC3 Measurement of armature Rated line voltage (armature) >125 V to 250 V
XD3 voltage (p51821 = 250)
(250 V)
XU4 Measurement of line voltage Rated line voltage (armature) >50 V to 125 V
XV4 Phases U-V-W (p51821 = 125)
XW4 (125 V)
XC4 Measurement of armature Rated line voltage (armature) >50 V to 125 V
XD4 voltage (p51821 = 125)
(125 V)
XU5 Measurement of line voltage Rated line voltage (armature) >5.6 V to 50 V
XV5 Phases U-V-W (p51821 = 50)
XW5 (50 V)
XC5 Measurement of armature Rated line voltage (armature) >5.6 V to 50 V
XD5 voltage (p51821 = 50)
(50 V)
XU6 Measurement of line voltage Rated line voltage (armature) ≤5.6 V
XV6 Phases U-V-W (p51821 = 6)
XW6 (5.6 V)
XC6 Measurement of armature Rated line voltage (armature) ≤5.6 V
XD6 voltage (p51821 = 6)
(5.6 V)
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6.16.6 Fuse monitoring equipment

Connection type: Faston mounting tabs, 4.8 mm

Table 6- 21 Connections for fuse monitoring equipment

Connection Function Technical data, comments

XS1_1 Fuse 1 Measurement cables for the fuses to be monitored at a rated line
XS2_1 (1,000 V) voltage >575 V to 1,000 V*)
XS3_1 Fuse 2 Resistance between two associated connections: 388.4 kΩ **)
XS4_1 (1,000 V)
XS5_1 Fuse 3
XS6_1 (1,000 V)
XS7_1 Fuse 4
XS8_1 (1,000 V)
XS9_1 Fuse 5
XS10_1 (1,000 V)
XS11_1 Fuse 6
XS12_1 (1,000 V)
XS1_2 Fuse 1 Measurement cables for the fuses to be monitored at a rated line
XS2_2 (575 V) voltage >250 V to 600 V*)
XS3_2 Fuse 2 Resistance between two associated connections: 196.4 kΩ **)
XS4_2 (575 V)
XS5_2 Fuse 3
XS6_2 (575 V)
XS7_2 Fuse 4
XS8_2 (575 V)
XS9_2 Fuse 5
XS10_2 (575 V)
XS11_2 Fuse 6
XS12_2 (575 V)
XS1_3 Fuse 1 Measurement cables for the fuses to be monitored at a rated line
XS2_3 (250 V) voltage >125 V to 250 V*)
XS3_3 Fuse 2 Resistance between two associated connections: 100.4 kΩ **)
XS4_3 (250 V)
XS5_3 Fuse 3
XS6_3 (250 V)
XS7_3 Fuse 4
XS8_3 (250 V)
XS9_3 Fuse 5
XS10_3 (250 V)
XS11_3 Fuse 6
XS12_3 (250 V)
XS1_4 Fuse 1 Measurement cables for the fuses to be monitored at a rated line
XS2_4 (125 V) voltage >50 V to 125 V*)
XS3_4 Fuse 2 Resistance between two associated connections: 52.4 kΩ **)
XS4_4 (125 V)
XS5_4 Fuse 3
XS6_4 (125 V)

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Connection Function Technical data, comments

XS7_4 Fuse 4
XS8_4 (125 V)
XS9_4 Fuse 5
XS10_4 (125 V)
XS11_4 Fuse 6
XS12_4 (125 V)
XS1_5 Fuse 1 Measurement cables for the fuses to be monitored at a rated line
XS2_5 (50 V) voltage = 10 V to 50 V*)
XS3_5 Fuse 2 Resistance between two associated connections: 18.8 kΩ **)
XS4_5 (50 V)
XS5_5 Fuse 3
XS6_5 (50 V)
XS7_5 Fuse 4
XS8_5 (50 V)
XS9_5 Fuse 5
XS10_5 (50 V)
XS11_5 Fuse 6
XS12_5 (50 V)
*) The fuse monitoring equipment is generally connected to the armature current circuit, although it can also be used for
the field circuit, fan circuit, or the primary circuit of a heavy-current transformer. The connections used for fuse monitoring
depend on the voltage prevailing at a blown fuse.
**) This resistor is in parallel with the fuse. A bridge rectifier is connected in series to this resistor; this means that the
specified value cannot be correctly measured using a commercially available ohmmeter.
Module C98043-A7118, fuse monitoring equipment

Switching fuse monitoring on/off via p51831 (0=OFF, 1=ON)

6.16.7 Firing pulse transformers

Table 6- 22 Terminal type, firing pulse module

XIMP_1 to XIMP_26, X11 to X26

Type Wago 256 spring-loaded terminal
Connection capacity 0.08 - 2.5 mm2, AWG 18-12
Stripped length 5 - 6 mm
X12_1, X14_1, X15_1, X16_1, X25_1
Type Faston mounting tabs, 6.3 mm

The P24 on the power interface (C98043-A7109) is protected by F400 fuses (1 A, time-lag).

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Table 6- 23 Firing pulse module connections

Terminal, Function Technical data, comments

connection
XIMP_1 control for firing pulse transformers for the thyristors
IMP11 For thyristor V11 If the firing pulse transformer module is divided up (please refer to the
P24 section titled "Removal/Installation and division of modules"), the
IMP12 For thyristor V12 controls for the firing pulse transformers must be routed via these
P24 terminal connections.
IMP13 For thyristor V13 This involves making the following connections:
P24 XIMP_1 - IMP11 → XIMP11 - IMP11 (for thyristor V11)
IMP14 For thyristor V14 XIMP_1 - P24 → XIMP11 - P24 (for thyristor V11)
P24 XIMP_1 - IMP12 → XIMP12 - IMP12 (for thyristor V12)
IMP15 For thyristor V15 XIMP_1 - P24 → XIMP12 - P24 (for thyristor V12)
P24 etc.
IMP16 For thyristor V16
P24
XIMP_2
Same as XIMP_1
The terminals on terminal strip XIMP_2 are parallel to the terminals on terminal strip XIMP_1 with the same name.
XIMP_3
Same as XIMP_1
The terminals on terminal strip XIMP_3 are parallel to the terminals on terminal strip XIMP_1 with the same name.
XIMP_4 control for firing pulse transformers for the thyristors
IMP21 For thyristor V21 If the firing pulse transformer module is divided up (please refer to the
P24 section titled "Removal/Installation and division of modules"), the
IMP22 For thyristor V22 controls for the firing pulse transformers must be routed via these
P24 terminal connections.

IMP23 For thyristor V23 This involves making the following connections:
P24 XIMP_4 - IMP21 → XIMP21 - IMP21 (for thyristor V21)
IMP24 For thyristor V24 XIMP_4 - P24 → XIMP21 - P24 (for thyristor V11)
P24 XIMP_4 - IMP22 → XIMP22 - IMP22 (for thyristor V22)
IMP25 For thyristor V25 XIMP_4 - P24 → XIMP22 - P24 (for thyristor V12)
P24 etc.
IMP26 For thyristor V26
P24
XIMP_5
Same as XIMP_4
The terminals on terminal strip XIMP_5 are parallel to the terminals on terminal strip XIMP_4 with the same name.
XIMP_6
Same as XIMP_4
The terminals on terminal strip XIMP_6 are parallel to the terminals on terminal strip XIMP_4 with the same name.
XIMP11 control for firing pulse transformers for the thyristors
IMP11 For thyristor V11 Only to be connected if the firing pulse transformer module is divided
P24 up (see terminal strip XIMP_1)
X11
G, K Firing cable, thyristor V11 Firing pulse (see below) gate (G) to auxiliary cathode (K)

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Terminal, Function Technical data, comments

connection
XIMP12 control for firing pulse transformers for the thyristors
IMP12 For thyristor V12 Only to be connected if the firing pulse transformer module is divided
P24 up (see terminal strip XIMP_1)
X12
G, K Firing cable, thyristor V12 Firing pulse (see below) gate (G) to auxiliary cathode (K)
XIMP13 control for firing pulse transformers for the thyristors
IMP13 For thyristor V13 Only to be connected if the firing pulse transformer module is divided
P24 up (see terminal strip XIMP_1)
X13
G, K Firing cable, thyristor V13 Firing pulse (see below) gate (G) to auxiliary cathode (K)
XIMP14 control for firing pulse transformers for the thyristors
IMP14 For thyristor V14 Only to be connected if the firing pulse transformer module is divided
P24 up (see terminal strip XIMP_1)
X14
G, K Firing cable, thyristor V14 Firing pulse (see below) gate (G) to auxiliary cathode (K)
XIMP15 control for firing pulse transformers for the thyristors
IMP15 For thyristor V15 Only to be connected if the firing pulse transformer module is divided
P24 up (see terminal strip XIMP_1)
X15
G, K Firing cable, thyristor V15 Firing pulse (see below) gate (G) to auxiliary cathode (K)
XIMP16 control for firing pulse transformers for the thyristors
IMP16 For thyristor V16 Only to be connected if the firing pulse transformer module is divided
P24 up (see terminal strip XIMP_1)
X16
G, K Firing cable, thyristor V16 Firing pulse (see below) gate (G) to auxiliary cathode (K)
XIMP21 control for firing pulse transformers for the thyristors
IMP21 For thyristor V21 Only to be connected if the firing pulse transformer module is divided
P24 up (see terminal strip XIMP_4)
X21
G, K Firing cable, thyristor V21 Firing pulse (see below) gate (G) to auxiliary cathode (K)
XIMP22 control for firing pulse transformers for the thyristors
IMP22 For thyristor V22 Only to be connected if the firing pulse transformer module is divided
P24 up (see terminal strip XIMP_4)
X22
G, K Firing cable, thyristor V22 Firing pulse (see below) gate (G) to auxiliary cathode (K)
XIMP23 control for firing pulse transformers for the thyristors
IMP23 For thyristor V23 Only to be connected if the firing pulse transformer module is divided
P24 up (see terminal strip XIMP_4)
X23
G, K Firing cable, thyristor V23 Firing pulse (see below) gate (G) to auxiliary cathode (K)
XIMP24 control for firing pulse transformers for the thyristors
IMP24 For thyristor V24 Only to be connected if the firing pulse transformer module is divided
P24 up (see terminal strip XIMP_4)

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Terminal, Function Technical data, comments

connection
X24
G, K Firing cable, thyristor V24 Firing pulse (see below) gate (G) to auxiliary cathode (K)
XIMP25 control for firing pulse transformers for the thyristors
IMP25 For thyristor V25 Only to be connected if the firing pulse transformer module is divided
P24 up (see terminal strip XIMP_4)
X25
G, K Firing cable, thyristor V25 Firing pulse (see below) gate (G) to auxiliary cathode (K)
XIMP26 control for firing pulse transformers for the thyristors
IMP26 For thyristor V26 Only to be connected if the firing pulse transformer module is divided
P24 up (see terminal strip XIMP_4)
X26
G, K Firing cable, thyristor V26 Firing pulse (see below) gate (G) to auxiliary cathode (K)
Outputs for voltage measurement
X12_1 Armature line voltage W When the firing cables are connected to the thyristors in the power
X14_1 Armature line voltage U unit, the line and armature voltages are automatically present at the
firing pulse module (C98043-A7043).
X15_1 Armature voltage 1C1 These voltages can then be routed from here (connections X12_1,
X16_1 Armature line voltage V etc.) to the voltage measurement equipment (C98043-A7117), without
X25_1 Armature voltage 1D1 having to route any additional cables to the power unit.
Please also refer to the section titled "Connecting the external power
unit".
Module C98043-A7043, firing pulse module

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6.16.8 Firing pulse

Time sequence
The time sequence for firing pulses is set via parameter p51826:

p51826[0] Length of first pulse (factory setting = 50 µs)

p51826[1] Length of other pulses (factory setting = 35 µs)
p51826[2] Length of pause (factory setting = 70 µs)

Notes
● If p51826[0] = 105 or p51826[1] = 105: Block pulse (without pulse scrambling)
● If p51826[0] ≤ p51826[1] is set, p51826[0] will be ignored and the first pulse will have the
same length as all the other pulses.
● p50079 is used for short pulse/long pulse selection.

p50079 = 0 Short pulses, pulse length 890 µs

p50079 = 1 Long pulses, pulse duration up to 0.1 ms before the next pulse

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Figure 6-41 Firing pulse - time sequence

The pulse shape of the current depends on the length of the cable to the thyristor
(cathode/gate). Cable inductance causes the rising edge of the current pulse to become
slower as the cable length increases.
Relationship between firing current and output voltage (incl. tolerances):

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Application
The firing condition for the thyristor used (minimum firing current) must be to the left of the
firing circuit characteristic. The firing current can be determined graphically by finding the
point at which the thyristor's input characteristic intersects with the firing circuit's output
characteristic. It is important to remember that the thyristor's gate/cathode voltage drop
increases as the temperature decreases.

Examples of oscillograms
Firing voltage = gate/cathode voltage with 1 m twisted cable from the firing current circuit to
the thyristor's gate connection

  


 

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A Substitution load 20 Ω in parallel with 2 diodes

B Substitution load 20 Ω in parallel with 4 diodes
① Control signal
② Voltage at load (0.5 V/div)
③ Current through load (0.5 A/div)

Figure 6-42 Firing pulse - oscillograms

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6.16.9 Ribbon cables

Firing pulse cable, torque direction 1, connectors X21A/X21PAR

Ribbon cable, 26-pin

Table 6- 24 Assignment X21A, X21PAR

Function Pin Signal name Connection

values/Comments
Free 1
Free 2
Free 3
Electronic ground 4 M
Thyristor firing pulse, armature 2 5 IMP_12 24 V/2 A pulse
24 V supply, firing 6 P24_Z 24 VDC/2 A
Electronic ground 7 M
Thyristor firing pulse, armature 6 8 IMP_16 24 V/2 A pulse
24 V supply, firing 9 P24_Z 24 VDC/2 A
Electronic ground 10 M
Thyristor firing pulse, armature 4 11 IMP_14 24 V/2 A pulse
24 V supply, firing 12 P24_Z 24 VDC/2 A
Electronic ground 13 M
Thyristor firing pulse, armature 5 14 IMP_15 4 V/2 A pulse
24 V supply, firing 15 P24_Z 24 VDC/2 A
Electronic ground 16 M
Thyristor firing pulse, armature 3 17 IMP_13 24 V/2 A pulse
24 V supply, firing 18 P24_Z 24 VDC/2 A
Electronic ground 19 M
Thyristor firing pulse, armature 1 20 IMP_11 24 V/2 A pulse
24 V supply, firing 21 P24_Z 24 VDC/2 A
Electronic ground 22 M
Actual current value 23 I_IST Analog ±10 V
Ground reference for actual current value 24 M_I_IST Analog ±10 V
Electronic ground 25 M
Free 26
Power interface C98043-A7109/Firing pulse module C98043-A7043
Connectors X21A and X21PAR are connected in parallel on module C98043-A7043
- apart from I_IST (pin 23) and M_I_IST (pin 24).

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Firing pulse cable, torque direction 2, connectors X22A/X22PAR

Ribbon cable, 26-pin

Table 6- 25 Assignment X22A, X22PAR

Function Pin Signal name Connection

values/Comments
Free 1
Free 2
Free 3
Electronic ground 4 M
Thyristor firing pulse, armature 2 5 IMP_22 24 V/2 A pulse
24 V supply, firing 6 P24_Z 24 VDC/2 A
Electronic ground 7 M
Thyristor firing pulse, armature 6 8 IMP_26 24 V/2 A pulse
24 V supply, firing 9 P24_Z 24 VDC/2 A
Electronic ground 10 M
Thyristor firing pulse, armature 4 11 IMP_24 24 V/2 A pulse
24 V supply, firing 12 P24_Z 24 VDC/2 A
Electronic ground 13 M
Thyristor firing pulse, armature 5 14 IMP_25 4 V/2 A pulse
24 V supply, firing 15 P24_Z 24 VDC/2 A
Electronic ground 16 M
Thyristor firing pulse, armature 3 17 IMP_23 24 V/2 A pulse
24 V supply, firing 18 P24_Z 24 VDC/2 A
Electronic ground 19 M
Thyristor firing pulse, armature 1 20 IMP_21 24 V/2 A pulse
24 V supply, firing 21 P24_Z 24 VDC/2 A
Electronic ground 22 M
Free 23
Free 24
Electronic ground 25 M
Free 26
Power interface C98043-A7109/Firing pulse module C98043-A7043
Connectors X22A and X22PAR are connected in parallel on module C98043-A7043.

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Power interface connecting cable - fuse monitoring equipment

Ribbon cable, 10-pin

Table 6- 26 Assignment X23B

Function Pin Signal name Connection

values/Comments
24 V supply 1 P24 22...26 V
24 V supply 2 P24 22...26 V
Fuse monitoring 3 SICHERUNG_OK 24 V logic
Fuse monitoring 4 SICHERUNG_OK 24 V logic
Fuse monitoring 5 SICHERUNG_OK 24 V logic
Fuse monitoring 6 SICHERUNG_OK 24 V logic
Fuse monitoring 7 SICHERUNG_OK 24 V logic
Fuse monitoring 8 SICHERUNG_OK 24 V logic
Ground 9 M
Ground 10 M
Power interface C98043-A7109/
Fuse monitoring equipment C98043-A7118 or fuse monitoring distributor C98130-A7112

Ribbon cable, 34-pin

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Table 6- 27 Assignment X23A

Function Pin Signal name Connection

values/Comments
24 V supply 1 P24 22...26 V
24 V supply 2 P24 22...26 V
Fuse monitoring 3 SICHERUNG_OK 24 V logic
Fuse monitoring 4 SICHERUNG_OK 24 V logic
Fuse monitoring 5 SICHERUNG_OK 24 V logic
Fuse monitoring 6 SICHERUNG_OK 24 V logic
Fuse monitoring 7 SICHERUNG_OK 24 V logic
Fuse monitoring 8 SICHERUNG_OK 24 V logic
Fuse monitoring 9 SICHERUNG_OK 24 V logic
Fuse monitoring 10 SICHERUNG_OK 24 V logic
Fuse monitoring 11 SICHERUNG_OK 24 V logic
Fuse monitoring 12 SICHERUNG_OK 24 V logic
Fuse monitoring 13 SICHERUNG_OK 24 V logic
Fuse monitoring 14 SICHERUNG_OK 24 V logic
Fuse monitoring 15 SICHERUNG_OK 24 V logic
Fuse monitoring 16 SICHERUNG_OK 24 V logic
Fuse monitoring 17 SICHERUNG_OK 24 V logic
Fuse monitoring 18 SICHERUNG_OK 24 V logic
Fuse monitoring 19 SICHERUNG_OK 24 V logic
Fuse monitoring 20 SICHERUNG_OK 24 V logic
Fuse monitoring 21 SICHERUNG_OK 24 V logic
Fuse monitoring 22 SICHERUNG_OK 24 V logic
Fuse monitoring 23 SICHERUNG_OK 24 V logic
Fuse monitoring 24 SICHERUNG_OK 24 V logic
Fuse monitoring 25 SICHERUNG_OK 24 V logic
Fuse monitoring 26 SICHERUNG_OK 24 V logic
Fuse monitoring 27 SICHERUNG_OK 24 V logic
Fuse monitoring 28 SICHERUNG_OK 24 V logic
Fuse monitoring 29 SICHERUNG_OK 24 V logic
Fuse monitoring 30 SICHERUNG_OK 24 V logic
Fuse monitoring 31 SICHERUNG_OK 24 V logic
Fuse monitoring 32 SICHERUNG_OK 24 V logic
Ground 33 M
Ground 34 M
Power interface C98043-A7109/Fuse monitoring distributor C98130-A7112

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Power interface connecting cable - voltage measurement equipment

CAT5 cable, 8-pin

Table 6- 28 Assignment X45

Function Pin Signal name Connection

values/Comments
RS485 signal data + 1 ANKER_RS485_SP
RS485 signal data - 2 ANKER_RS485_SN
3.3 V supply 3 P3V3 3.3 V
RS485 signal direction + 4 ANKER_RS485_DP
RS485 signal direction - 5 ANKER_RS485_DN
Ground 6 M
16 V AC supply 7 HF16_1 ±16 V HF
16 V AC supply 8 HF16_2 ±16 V HF
Power interface C98043-A7109/Voltage measurement equipment C98043-A7117

Power interface connecting cable - field supply

Ribbon cable, 20-pin

Table 6- 29 Assignment XF1

Function Pin Signal name Connection

values/Comments
Electronic ground 1 M
16 V AC supply 2 HF16_1 ± 16 V HF
16 V AC supply 3 HF16_2 ± 16 V HF
Electronic ground 4 M
Thyristor firing pulse, field 1 5 IMP_F1 CMOS 5 V
Electronic ground 6 M
Thyristor firing pulse, field 2 7 IMP_F2 CMOS 5 V
Electronic ground 8 M
RS485 signal data + 9 ANKER_RS485_SP
RS485 signal data - 10 ANKER_RS485_SN
3.3 V supply 11 P3V3 3.3 V
RS485 signal direction + 12 ANKER_RS485_DP
RS485 signal direction – 13 ANKER_RS485_DN
Electronic ground 14 M
+24 V firing supply 15 P24_ZV 22...26 V
+24 V firing supply 16 P24_ZV 22...26 V
Electronic ground 17 M
Heat sink temperature sensor 18 KK_TEMP_FELD Analog
Electronic ground 19 M
Electronic ground 20 M
Power interface C98043-A7109/Field supply C98043-A7116

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6.16.10 Assignment of the RS485 cable to the AOP30

Note
A 24 V power supply is required to operate the AOP30. For a maximum cable length of
50 m, this can be taken from the CUD of the SINAMICS DCM. An external power supply
must be used for cable lengths > 50 m.

 
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② RS485 cable when operating with 2 CUDs, 24 V DC power supply from one CUD - max. 50 m
③ RS485 cable when supplying the AOP30 from an external 24 V DC source - max. 200 m
X524 Plug terminals X178 Plug terminals
X540 9-pin Sub-D socket

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Note
The components described here are used in several units in the SINAMICS family. The next
section may, therefore, contain references to manuals for these units.

The SINAMICS DC MASTER supports the following components from the SINAMICS drive
system:

CBE20 Communication Board

SMC30 Sensor Module Cabinet-Mounted
TM15 Terminal Module
TM31 Terminal Module

In order to operate the SINAMICS DC MASTER with these components, it must be equipped
with (an) Advanced CUD(s); see the list of options in Chapter 2.
The Communication Board CBE20 can be ordered as an option for the SINAMICS DC
MASTER and is installed directly in the unit (in the OMI (Option Module Interface) slot of the
CUD).
The SMC30, TM15, and TM31 modules are installed separately and connected to the
SINAMICS DC MASTER via the DRIVE-CLiQ interface.

DRIVE-CLiQ interface
On the SINAMICS DC MASTER, up to 3 terminal modules TM15 / TM31 can be connected
to the DRIVE-CLiQ in any desired combination and in addition 1 Sensor Module Cabinet-
Mounted SMC30 can be connected.
The CUD features 2 DRIVE-CLiQ ports (X100, X101). Any combination of the modules can
be connected in series or in parallel. An SMC30 only possesses one DRIVE-CLiQ interface
and is, therefore, always the last module on the bus.

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7.1 Option Board: Communication Board Ethernet CBE20

7.1.1 Description
The SINAMICS DC MASTER can be connected to PROFINET using the Communication
Board CBE20 interface module. The module supports PROFINET IO with Isochronous
Realtime Ethernet (IRT) and PROFINET IO with RT. Mixed operation is not permissible.
PROFINET CBA is not supported.
The option board has an X1400 interface with 4 ports for communication.
The Communication Board CBE20 allows SINAMICS Link connections to be established.

Note
By inserting the CBE20, the IF1 communication channel switches over from PROFIBUS to
PROFINET. Communication is therefor no longer possible via PROFIBUS.

7.1.2 Safety instructions

CAUTION

The Option Board should only be inserted and removed when the Control Unit and Option
Board are disconnected from the power supply.

CAUTION

The CBE20 must only be operated by qualified personnel. The ESD information must be
observed.

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7.1.3 Interface description

7.1.3.1 Overview

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MAC address
The MAC address of the Ethernet interface is located on the upper side of the board.

7.1.3.2 X1400 Ethernet interface

Table 7- 1 X1400 Ethernet, ports 1-4

Pin Signal name Technical specifications

1 RXP Receive data +
2 RXN Receive data -
3 TXP Transmit data +
4 Reserved, do not use
5 Reserved, do not use
6 TXN Transmit data -
7 Reserved, do not use
8 Reserved, do not use
Screened M_EXT Screen, permanently connected
backshell
Connector type: RJ45 socket

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For diagnostic purposes, the ports have one green and one yellow LED (refer to "Meaning of
the LEDs" for descriptions)

Cable and connector types

Information on PROFINET cables and connectors can be found in the following catalog:
Industrial Communication
Catalog IK PI, 2009 Edition,

7.1.4 Meaning of the LEDs

Table 7- 2 Meaning of the LEDs at ports 1 to 4 of the X1400 interface

LED Color Status Description

Link port - Off Electronics power supply is missing or outside permissible tolerance range (link
missing or defective).
Green Continuous A different device is connected to port x and a physical connection exists.
light
Activity port - Off Electronics power supply is missing or outside permissible tolerance range (no
activity).
Yellow Flashing light Data is being received or sent at port x.

Table 7- 3 Meaning of the Sync and Fault LEDs on the CBE20

LED Color Status Description

Fault – Off If the link port LED is green:
The CBE20 is operating normally, data is being exchanged with the configured
IO Controller.
Red Flashing • The response monitoring interval has elapsed.
• Communications is interrupted.
• The IP address is incorrect.
• Incorrect or no configuration.
• Incorrect parameter settings.
• Incorrect or missing device name.
• IO Controller not connected/switched off, although an Ethernet connection
has been established.
• Other CBE20 errors
Continuous CBE20 bus error
light
• No physical connection to a subnet/switch.
• Incorrect transmission rate
• Full duplex transmission is not activated.

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LED Color Status Description

Sync – Off If the link port LED is green:
Control Unit task system is not synchronized with the IRT clock. An internal
substitute clock is generated.
Green Flashing light Control Unit task system has synchronized with the IRT clock and data is being
exchanged.
Continuous Task system and MC-PLL have synchronized with the IRT clock.
light

Table 7- 4 Meaning of the OPT LED on the Control Unit

LED Color Status Description, cause Remedy

OPT – OFF Electronics power supply is missing or outside permissible –
tolerance range.
Communication Board either defective or not inserted.
Green Continuous Communication Board is ready and cyclic communication –
light is taking place.
Flashing light The Communication Board is ready, but cyclic –
0.5 Hz communications is not running.
Possible causes:
• At least one fault is present.
• Communication is being established.
Red Continuous Cyclic communication via PROFINET has not yet been –
light established. However, non-cyclic communication is
possible. SINAMICS waits for a parameterizing/configuring
telegram
Flashing light The firmware update into the CBE20 has been completed –
0.5 Hz with an error.
Possible causes:
• The CBE20 is defective.
• The memory card for the Control Unit is defective.
CBE20 cannot be used in this state.
Flashing light There is a communications error between the Control Unit Correctly insert the
2 Hz and the CBE20. board, if required,
Possible causes: replace.
• Board was withdrawn after booting.
• The board is defective
Orange Flashing light Firmware is being updated. –
0.5 Hz

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7.1.5 Installation

 
Push the CBE20 into the option module
interface ① on the CUD from above,
and tighten the screws ②.
Tool: Torx T10 screwdriver
Tightening torque: 1 Nm

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7.1.6 Technical data

Table 7- 5 Technical data

Communication Board CBE20 Unit Value

6SL3055-0AA00-2EBx
Max. current requirements (at 24 V DC) ADC 0.1
Power loss W 2.4
Weight kg <0.1

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7.2 Sensor Module Cabinet-Mounted SMC30

Supported types
The SINAMICS DC MASTER only supports the Sensor Module Cabinet-Mounted SMC30
with order number (MLFB) 6SL3055-0AA00-5CA2. Other types may not be used. You can
easily identify whether the version is supported by the width of the module:

Table 7- 6 SMC30 types

SMC30 order number Width Use with SINAMICS DC MASTER

6SL3055-0AA00-5CA2 30 mm Possible
6SL3055-0AA00-5CA0 50 mm Not possible
6SL3055-0AA00-5CA1 50 mm Not possible

Number of SMC30s connected

The SINAMICS DC MASTER supports the connection of one Sensor Module Cabinet-
Mounted SMC30.

7.2.1 Description
The Sensor Module Cabinet-Mounted SMC30 evaluates encoder signals and transmits the
speed, actual position value, and, if necessary, the motor temperature and reference point
via DRIVE-CLiQ to the Control Unit.
The SMC30 is used to evaluate encoder signals from encoders with TTL, HTL, or SSI
interfaces.
A combination of a TTL/HTL signal and SSI absolute signal is possible at terminals
X521/X531 if both signals are derived from the same measured variable.

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7.2.2 Safety instructions

WARNING

The cooling clearances of 50 mm above and below the components must be observed.

NOTICE

Only one encoder system may be connected per Sensor Module.

Note
There must be no electrical connection between the encoder system housing and the
encoder system electronics. If this is not carefully observed, under certain circumstances the
system will not be able to reach the required interference immunity level (there is then a
danger of equalization currents flowing through the electronics ground).

CAUTION

When the encoder system is connected via terminals, make sure that the cable shield is
connected to the component.

CAUTION

Connecting cables to temperature sensors must always be installed with shielding. The
cable shield must be connected to the ground potential at both ends over a large surface
area. Temperature-sensor cables that are routed together with the motor cable must be
twisted in pairs and shielded separately.

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7.2.3 Interface description

7.2.3.1 Overview

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7.2.3.2 X500 DRIVE-CLiQ interface

Table 7- 7 DRIVE-CLiQ interface X500

Pin Signal name Technical specifications

1 TXP Transmit data +
2 TXN Transmit data -
3 RXP Receive data +
4 Reserved, do not use
5 Reserved, do not use
6 RXN Receive data -
7 Reserved, do not use
8 Reserved, do not use
A Reserved, do not use
B GND (0 V) Electronics ground
Connector type: RJ45 socket; blanking plate for DRIVE-CLiQ interface included in the scope of delivery;
blanking plate (50 pieces) Order number: 6SL3066-4CA00-0AA0

7.2.3.3 X520 encoder system interface

Table 7- 8 X520 encoder system interface

Pin Signal name Technical data

1 Reserved Do not use
2 Clock SSI clock
3 Clock* Inverse SSI clock
4 P encoder 5 V/24 V Encoder power supply
5 P encoder 5 V/24 V
6 P sense Sense input encoder power supply
7 M encoder (M) Ground for encoder power supply
8 Reserved Do not use
9 M sense Ground sense input
10 R Reference signal R
11 R* Inverse reference signal R
12 B* Inverse incremental signal B
13 B Incremental signal B
14 A*/data* Inverted incremental signal A/inverted SSI data
15 A/data Incremental signal A/SSI data
Connector type: SUB-D female, 15-pin

CAUTION

The encoder power supply can be parameterized to 5 V or 24 V. The encoder may be

destroyed if you enter the wrong parameters.

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7.2.3.4 X521/X531 alternative encoder system interface

Table 7- 9 X521/X531 alternative encoder system interface

Pin Designation Technical data

X521 1 A Incremental signal A
2 A* Inverse incremental signal A
3 B Incremental signal B
4 B* Inverse incremental signal B
5 R Reference signal R
6 R* Inverse reference signal R
7 CTRL Control signal
8 M Ground

1 P_encoder 5 V/24 V Encoder power supply

X531 2 M_Encoder Ground for encoder power supply
3 - Temp Temperature sensor KTY84-1C130
4 + Temp Temperature sensor KTY84-1C130
5 Clock SSI clock
6 Clock* Inverse SSI clock
7 Data SSI data
8 Data* Inverse SSI data

Max. connectable cross-section: 1.5 mm2

When using unipolar HTL encoders, at the terminal block A*, B*, R* must be connected to (jumper) M_Encoder (X531)1).
1) Because the physical transmission properties are more robust, the bipolar connection

should always be used. The unipolar connection should only be used if the encoder type
does not output push-pull signals.

CAUTION

When the encoder system is connected via terminals, make sure that the cable shield is
connected to the component. Refer to the section titled "Electrical connection".

NOTICE

The KTY temperature sensor must be connected with the correct polarity.

DANGER
Hazard due to electric shock
Only temperature sensors that meet the protective separation specifications in EN 61800-5-
1 may be connected to terminals "+Temp" and "-Temp". There is a risk of electric shock if
this is not carefully observed.

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7.2.3.5 X524 electronic power supply

Table 7- 10 X524 terminal strip

Terminal Function Technical data

+ Electronics power supply Voltage: 24 V (20.4 – 28.8 V)
+ Electronics power supply Power consumption: Max. 0.55 A
+

M Electronics ground Max. current via the jumper in the connector: 20 A

M

M Electronics ground

Terminal type: Spring-loaded terminal

Connectable conductor cross-section: Flexible, 0.08 mm2 to 2.5 mm2
Stripped length: 8 to 9 mm
Tool: 0.4 × 2.0 mm screwdriver

Note
The two "+" or "M" terminals are jumpered in the connector. This ensures that the supply
voltage is looped through.

7.2.4 Connection examples

Connection example 1: HTL encoder, bipolar, with reference signal

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does not output push-pull signals.

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Figure 7-5 Photo of connection example 2

Note:
Diagram of the wire jumpers for connecting unipolar HTL encoders with reference signal

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7.2.5 Meaning of the LEDs

Table 7- 11 Meaning of LEDs on the Sensor Module Cabinet SMC30

LED Color Status Description, cause Remedy

RDY - Off Electronics power supply is missing or outside permissible –
READY tolerance range.
Green Continuous The component is ready for operation and cyclic DRIVE- –
light CLiQ communication is taking place.
Orange Continuous DRIVE-CLiQ communication is being established. –
light
Red Continuous At least one fault is present in this component. Remedy and
light Note: acknowledge fault
The LED is activated regardless of whether the
corresponding messages have been reconfigured.
Green/re Flashing Firmware is being downloaded. –
d 0.5 Hz
Green/re Flashing 2 Firmware download is complete. Wait for POWER ON. Carry out a POWER
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Green/or Flashing Component recognition via LED is activated (p0144). –
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tolerance range.
Power supply ≤ 5 V.
Orange Continuous Electronics power supply for encoder system available. –
light Power supply > 5 V.
Important:
Make sure that the connected encoder can be operated
with a 24 V power supply. If an encoder that is designed
for a 5 V supply is operated with a 24 V supply, this can
destroy the encoder electronics.

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7.2.7 Installation

Installation
1. Tilt the component backwards slightly and snap it onto the mounting rail using the hook.
2. Push the component towards the mounting rail until you hear the mounting slide at the
rear latch into position.
3. You can now move the component to the left or right along the mounting rail, until it
reaches its final position.

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Removal
1. The lug on the mounting slide must first be pushed down to release the interlock from the
mounting rail.
2. The component can now be tilted towards the front and removed from the mounting rail.

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7.2.8 Protective conductor connection and shield support

Shield supports are only required if the system is connected to X521/X531.

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NOTICE

Only use screws with a permissible insertion depth of 4 - 6 mm.

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7.2.9 Technical data

Table 7- 12 Technical data

Sensor Module Cabinet-Mounted SMC30 Unit Value

Electronics power supply
Voltage VDC 24 DC (20.4 – 28.8)
Current (without encoder system) ADC ≤ 0.20
Current (with encoder system) ADC ≤ 0.55
Power loss W ≤ 10
Encoder system power supply
Voltage Vencoder 5 V DC (with or without Remote Sense) 1) or VDC - 1 V
Current Aencoder 0.35
Encoder frequency that can be evaluated kHz ≤ 300
(fencoder)
SSI baud rate kHz 100 - 250
PE/ground connection On enclosure with M4/1.8 Nm screw
Weight 0,45
Degree of protection IP20 or IPXXB
1) A controller compares the encoder system supply voltage - sensed via the Remote Sense cables - with the reference
supply voltage of the encoder system, and adjusts the supply voltage for the encoder system at the output of the drive
module until the required supply voltage is obtained directly at the encoder system (only for 5 V encoder system power
supply). Remote Sense only to X520.

Table 7- 13 Specification of encoder systems that can be connected

Parameter Designation Threshold Min. Max. Unit

High signal level UHdiff 2 5 V
(TTL bipolar at X520 or X521/X531)1)
Low signal level ULdiff -5 -2 V
(TTL bipolar at X520 or X521/X531)1)
High signal level UH High 17 VCC V
(HTL unipolar) Low 10 VCC V
Low signal level UL High 0 7 V
(HTL unipolar) Low 0 2 V
High signal level UHdiff 3 VCC V
(HTL bipolar)2)
Low signal level ULdiff -VCC -3 V
(HTL bipolar)2)
High signal level UHdiff 2 5 V
(SSI bipolar at X520 or X521/X531)1)
Low signal level ULdiff -5 -2 V
(SSI bipolar at X520 or X521/X531)1)
Signal frequency fS - 300 kHz
Edge clearance tmin 100 - ns

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Parameter Designation Threshold Min. Max. Unit

"Zero pulse inactive time" tLo 640 (tALo-BHi - tHi)/2 3) ns
(before and after A=B=high)
"Zero pulse active time" tHi 640 tALo-BHi - 2*tLo 3) ns
(while A=B=high and beyond)4)
1) Other signal levels according to the RS 422 standard
2) The absolute level of the individual signals varies between 0 V and VCC of the encoder system.
3) tALo-BHiis not a specified value, but is the time between the falling edge of track A and the next but one rising edge of
track B.
4) Additional information on setting the "Zero pulse active time" can be found in the manual: /FH1/ SINAMICS S120,
Function Manual, tolerant encoder monitoring for SMC30.

Table 7- 14 Connectable encoders

X520 X521 X531 Track Remote Sense2)

(SUB-D) (terminal) (terminal) monitoring
HTL bipolar 24 V No/yes Yes No/yes No
HTL unipolar 24 V1) No/yes Yes (however, a bipolar No No
connection is recommended)1)
TTL bipolar 24 V Yes Yes Yes No
TTL bipolar 5 V Yes Yes Yes To X520
SSI 24 V/5 V Yes Yes No No
TTL unipolar No
1) Because the physical transmission properties are more robust, the bipolar connection should always be used. The
unipolar connection should only be used if the encoder type does not output push-pull signals.
2) A controller compares the encoder system supply voltage - sensed via the Remote Sense cables - with the reference
supply voltage of the encoder system, and adjusts the supply voltage for the encoder system at the output of the drive
module until the required supply voltage is obtained directly at the encoder system (only for 5 V encoder system power
supply).

Table 7- 15 Maximum encoder cable length

Encoder type Maximum encoder cable length in m

TTL1) 100
HTL unipolar2) 100
HTL bipolar 300
SSI 100
1) For TTL encoders at X520 → Remote Sense → 100 m
2) Because the physical transmission properties are more robust, the bipolar connection should
always be used. The unipolar connection should only be used if the encoder type does not output
push-pull signals.

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For encoders with a 5 V supply at X521/X531, the cable lengths depend on the encoder
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7.3 Terminal Module TM15

7.3.1 Description
The Terminal Module TM15 is a terminal expansion for snapping on to an EN 60715
mounting rail. The TM15 can be used to increase the number of available digital
inputs/outputs within a drive system.

Table 7- 16 Interface overview of the TM15

Type Quantity
Digital inputs/outputs 24 (electrical isolation in 3 groups each with 8 DI/O)

7.3.2 Safety Information

WARNING

The 50 mm cooling clearances above and below the components must be observed.

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Terminal type

X520, X521, X522

Terminal type Spring-loaded terminal
Connectable conductor Rigid/flexible 0.14 mm2 ... 0.5 mm2
cross-section Flexible, with end sleeve without plastic sleeve 0.25 mm2 ... 0.5 mm2
AWG / kcmil 26 ... 20
Stripped length 8 mm
Tool 0.4 × 2.0 mm screwdriver
X524
Terminal type Spring-loaded terminal
Connectable conductor Flexible 0.08 mm2 ... 2.5 mm2
cross-section
Stripped length 8 ... 9 mm
Tool 0.4 × 2.0 mm screwdriver

7.3.3.2 X500 and X501 DRIVE-CLiQ interface

Table 7- 17 DRIVE-CLiQ interfaces X500 and X501

Pin Signal name Technical specifications

1 TXP Transmit data +
2 TXN Transmit data -
3 RXP Receive data +
4 Reserved, do not use
5 Reserved, do not use
6 RXN Receive data -
7 Reserved, do not use
8 Reserved, do not use
A + (24 V) Power supply
B M (0 V) Electronics ground
Blanking plate for DRIVE-CLiQ interfaces included in the scope of delivery;
blanking plate (50 pieces) order number: 6SL3066-4CA00-0AA0

7.3.3.3 X524 electronic power supply

Table 7- 18 Terminals for the electronics power supply

Terminal Designation Technical data

+ Electronics power supply Voltage: 24 VDC (20.4 – 28.8 V)
+ Electronics power supply Power consumption: Max. 0.15 A
+

M Electronics ground
Max. current via jumper in connector:
M

M Electronics ground 20 A

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Note
The two "+" or "M" terminals are jumpered in the connector. This ensures that the supply
voltage is looped through.
The power consumption increases by the value for the DRIVE-CLiQ node. The digital
outputs are supplied via terminals X520, X521, and X522.

7.3.3.4 X520 digital inputs/outputs

Table 7- 19 Screw terminal X520

Terminal Designation1 Technical data

1 L1+ See the section titled
 "Technical data"
2 DI/O 0
3 DI/O 1
4 DI/O 2
5 DI/O 3
;

6 DI/O 4
7 DI/O 5
8 DI/O 6
9 DI/O 7
 10 M1 (GND)

1 L1+: A 24 VDC infeed for DI/O 0 to 7 (first potential group) must always be connected if at
least one DI/O of the potential group is used as an output.
M1: A ground reference for DI/O 0 to 7 (first potential group) must always be connected if at
least one DI/O of the potential group is used as either an input or an output.
DI/O: Digital input/output

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7.3.3.5 X521 digital inputs/outputs

Table 7- 20 Screw terminal X521

Terminal Designation1 Technical data

1 L2+ See the section titled
 "Technical data"
2 DI/O 8
3 DI/O 9
4 DI/O 10
5 DI/O 11
;

6 DI/O 12
7 DI/O 13
8 DI/O 14
9 DI/O 15
 10 M2 (GND)

1 L2+: A 24 VDC infeed for DI/O 8 to 15 (second potential group) must always be connected
if at least one DI/O of the potential group is used as an output.
M2: A ground reference for DI/O 8 to 15 (second potential group) must always be connected
if at least one DI/O of the potential group is used as either an input or an output.
DI/O: Digital input/output

7.3.3.6 X522 digital inputs/outputs

Table 7- 21 Screw terminal X522

Terminal Designation1 Technical data

1 L3+ See the section titled
 "Technical data"
2 DI/O 16
3 DI/O 17
4 DI/O 18
5 DI/O 19
;

6 DI/O 20
7 DI/O 21
8 DI/O 22
9 DI/O 23
 10 M3 (GND)

1L3+: A 24 VDC infeed for DI/O 16 to 23 (third potential group) must always be connected if
at least one DI/O of the potential group is used as an output.
M3: A ground reference for DI/O 16 to 23 (third potential group) must always be connected if
at least one DI/O of the potential group is used as either an input or an output.
DI/O: Digital input/output

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7.3.5 Meanings of the LEDs on the Terminal Module TM15

Table 7- 22 Terminal Module TM15 - description of LEDs

LED Color State Description, cause Remedy

READY - OFF Electronics power supply is missing or outside permissible –
tolerance range.
Green Continuous The component is ready for operation and cyclic DRIVE- –
CLiQ communication is taking place.
Orange Continuous DRIVE-CLiQ communication is being established. –
Red Continuous At least one fault is present in this component. Remedy and
Note: acknowledge fault
The LED is activated regardless of whether the
corresponding messages have been reconfigured.
Green/re Flashing Firmware is being downloaded. –
d 0.5 Hz
Flashing 2 Firmware download is complete. Wait for POWER ON Carry out a POWER
Hz ON
Green/or Flashing Component recognition via LED is activated (p0154). –
ange Note:
or Both options depend on the LED status when component
Red/oran recognition is activated via p0154 = 1.
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Cause and rectification of faults

The following documents contain information about the cause of faults and how they can be
rectified:
SINAMICS S120 Commissioning Manual (IH1)
SINAMICS DCM List Manual

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Figure 7-14 Dimension drawing of Terminal Module TM15, all data in mm and (inches)

7.3.7 Installation

Installation
1. Tilt the component backwards slightly and snap it onto the mounting rail using the hook.
2. Push the component towards the mounting rail until you hear the mounting slide at the
rear latch into position.
3. You can now move the component to the left or right along the mounting rail, until it
reaches its final position.

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Deinstalling
1. The lug on the mounting slide must first be pushed down to release the interlock from the
mounting rail.
2. The component can now be tilted towards the front and removed from the mounting rail.

Figure 7-15 Removing from a mounting rail

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7.3.8 Protective conductor connection and shield support

It is always advisable to shield the digital I/O wiring.
The following diagrams show typical Weidmüller shield connection terminals for the shield
supports.

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DANGER

If the shielding procedures described and the specified cable lengths are not observed, the
machine may not operate properly.

NOTICE

Only use screws with a permissible insertion depth of 4 - 6 mm.

The TM15 enclosure is connected to the ground terminal of the module supply (terminal
X524). If the ground terminal is actually grounded, then the enclosure is also grounded. An
additional ground connection using the M4 screw is especially necessary if high equipotential
bonding currents can flow (e.g. through the cable shield).

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7.3.9 Connector coding

Siemens supplies a series of coding keys ("coding sliders") with each Terminal Module
TM15. To encode a connector, you must insert at least one coding slider and cut off a coding
lug on the connector:

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To prevent wiring errors, unique encoding schemes can be defined for the X520, X521, and
X522 connectors. Examples of possible schemes:
● 3 connectors on one component are encoded differently (i.e. X520, X521, and X522).
● Different component types are encoded differently.
● Identical components on the same machine are encoded differently (e.g. several TM15-
type components).

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7.3.10 Technical data

Table 7- 23 Technical data

6SL3055-0AA00-3FAx Unit Value

Electronics power supply
Voltage VDC 24 DC (20.4 – 28.8)
Current (without DRIVE-CLiQ or digital outputs) ADC 0.15
Power loss W <3
Ambient temperature up to an altitude of 2000 m °C 0 - 60
Storage temperature °C -40 to +85
Relative humidity 5% to 95%, no condensation
Peripherals
Digital inputs/outputs Can be parameterized as either DI or DO
Number of digital inputs/outputs 24
Electrical isolation Yes, in groups of 8
Max. cable length m 30
Digital inputs
Voltage VDC -30 to +30
Low level (an open digital input is interpreted as VDC -30 to +5
"low")
High level VDC 15 to 30
Input impedance kΩ 2,8
Power consumption (at 24 VDC) mA 11
Max. voltage in OFF state VDC 5
Current in OFF state mA 0.0 to 1.0 (per channel)
Typical input delay of the digital inputs μs "0" → "1": 50
"1" → "0": 100
Digital outputs (continuously short-circuit proof)
Voltage VDC 24
Max. load current per digital output ADC 0,5
Output delay (resistive load)
Typical μs "0" → "1": 50
"1" → "0": 150
Maximum μs "0" → "1": 100
"1" → "0": 225
Min. output pulse μs 125 (typ.)
(100% amplitude, 0.5 A with resistive load) 350 (max.)
Switching frequency
For resistive load Hz max. 100
For inductive load Hz max. 0.5
For lamp load Hz max. 10
Maximum lamp load W 5
Max. switching frequency kHz 1 (typ.)
(100% amplitude, 50%/50% duty cycle;
with 0.5 A and a resistive load)

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Voltage drop in ON state VDC 0.75 (max.) for maximum load in all
circuits
Leakage current in OFF state μA Max. 10 per channel
Voltage drop, output VDC 0,5
(I/O power supply to the output)
Max. total current of outputs (per group)
up to 60 °C ADC 2
up to 50 °C ADC 3
up to 40 °C ADC 4
IEC enclosure specification IP20 protection
Protective conductor connection On enclosure with M4/1.8 Nm screw
Response time The response time for the digital inputs/outputs (TM15 DI/DO)
consists of the following elements:
• Response time on the component itself
(approx. 1/2 DRIVE-CLiQ clock cycle).
• Transmission time via the DRIVE-CLiQ connection
(approx. 1 DRIVE-CLiQ clock cycle).
• Evaluation on the Control Unit (see function diagram)
For additional information:
SINAMICS DCM List Manual, Chapter "Function block diagrams"
Weight kg 0,86
Approvals UL und cULus
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7.4 Terminal Module TM31

Supported types
The SINAMICS DC MASTER only supports one version of the Terminal Module TM31:

Table 7- 24 TM31 types

TM31 order number Use with SINAMICS DC MASTER

6SL3055-0AA00-3AA0 Not possible
6SL3055-0AA00-3AA1 Possible

7.4.1 Description
The Terminal Module TM31 is a terminal expansion module for snapping on to a DIN EN
60715 mounting rail. Terminal Module TM31 can be used to increase the number of
available digital inputs/digital outputs and also the number of analog inputs/analog outputs
within a drive system.
The TM31 contains the following terminals:

Table 7- 25 Interface overview of the TM31

Type Quantity
DRIVE-CLiQ interfaces 2
Digital inputs 8
Digital inputs/outputs 4
Analog inputs 2
Analog outputs 2
Relay outputs 2
Temperature sensor input 1

7.4.2 Safety Information

WARNING

The 50 mm clearances above and below the components must be observed.

CAUTION

Connecting cables to temperature sensors must always be installed with shielding. The
cable shield must be connected to the chassis potential at both ends over a large surface
area. Temperature sensor cables that are routed together with the motor cable must be
twisted in pairs and shielded separately.

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7.4.3 Interface description

7.4.3.1 Overview

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Terminal type

X520, X521, X522, X530, X540, X541

Terminal type Spring-loaded terminal
Connectable conductor Rigid/flexible 0.14 mm2 ... 0.5 mm2
cross-section Flexible, with end sleeve without plastic sleeve 0.25 mm2 ... 0.5 mm2
AWG / kcmil 26 ... 20
Stripped length 8 mm
Tool 0.4 × 2.0 mm screwdriver
X524
Terminal type Spring-loaded terminal
Connectable conductor Flexible 0.08 mm2 ... 2.5 mm2
cross-section
Stripped length 8 ... 9 mm
Tool 0.4 × 2.0 mm screwdriver
X542
Terminal type Spring-loaded terminal
Connectable conductor Rigid 0.2 mm2 to 1 mm2
cross-section Flexible 0.2 mm2 to 1.5 mm2
Flexible, with end sleeve without plastic sleeve 0.25 mm2 to 1.5 mm2
Flexible, with end sleeve with plastic sleeve 0.25 mm2 to 0.75 mm2
AWG / kcmil 24 ... 16
Stripped length 8 mm
Tool 0.4 × 2.0 mm screwdriver

7.4.3.2 X500 and X501 DRIVE-CLiQ interface

Table 7- 26 DRIVE-CLiQ interfaces X500 and X501

Pin Signal name Technical specifications

1 TXP Transmit data +
2 TXN Transmit data -
3 RXP Receive data +
4 Reserved, do not use
5 Reserved, do not use
6 RXN Receive data -
7 Reserved, do not use
8 Reserved, do not use
A + (24 V) Power supply
B M (0 V) Electronics ground
Blanking plate for DRIVE-CLiQ interfaces included in the scope of delivery;
blanking plate (50 pieces) order number: 6SL3066-4CA00-0AA0

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7.4.3.3 X520, X530 digital inputs

Table 7- 27 Screw terminal X520

Terminal Designation 1) Technical data

1 DI 0 Voltage: - 3 to +30 V
2 DI 1 Typical power consumption: 10 mA at 24 VDC
Input delay:
3 DI 2 - For "0" to "1": typ. 50 µs max. 100 µs
4 DI 3 - For "1" to "0": typ. 130 µs max. 150 µs
5 M1 Electrical isolation: Reference potential is
Terminal M1
6 M Level (including ripple)
High level: 15 to 30 V
Low level: -3 to +5 V

Table 7- 28 Screw terminal X530

Terminal Designation 1) Technical data

1 DI 4 Voltage: - 3 to +30 V
2 DI 5 Typical power consumption: 10 mA at 24 VDC
Input delay:
3 DI 6 - For "0" to "1": typ. 50 µs max. 100 µs
4 DI 7 - For "1" to "0": typ. 130 µs max. 150 µs
5 M2 Electrical isolation: Reference potential is
Terminal M2
6 M Level (including ripple)
High level: 15 to 30 V
Low level: -3 to +5 V
1) DI: Digital input; M: Electronics ground; M1, M2: Ground reference

NOTICE

An open input is interpreted as "low".

Terminal M1 or M2 must be connected in order that digital inputs (DI) can function.
This is carried out by:
1) Providing the ground reference of the digital inputs, or
2) a jumper to M (caution! This removes electrical isolation for these digital inputs).

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7.4.3.4 X521 analog inputs

Table 7- 29 X521 terminal strip

Terminal Designation 1) Technical data

1 AI 0+ The analog inputs can be toggled between current and
2 AI 0- voltage input using switches S5.0 and S5.1.
Voltage: -10 to 10 V; Ri = 100 kΩ
3 AI 1+ Resolution: 11 bits + sign
4 AI 1- Current: Ri = 250 Ω
Resolution: 10 bits + sign
5 P10 Auxiliary voltage:
6 M P10 = 10 V
N10 = -10 V
7 N10
Continuous short-circuit proof
8 M
1) AI: Analog inputs; P10/N10: Auxiliary voltage; M: Ground reference

CAUTION

If more than ±35 mA flows through the analog current input, then the component could be
destroyed.
Permissible input voltage ±30 V (destruction limit).
Permissible common-mode voltage ±10 V, increased faults if exceeded.
Permissible back-EMF at the auxiliary voltage outputs ±15 V.

Note
The power supply for the analog inputs can be taken internally or from an external power
supply unit

7.4.3.5 Analog inputs current/voltage switch

Table 7- 30 Current/voltage selector switch S5

Switch Function
S5.0 Switchover of voltage (V)/current (I) Al0
S5.1 Switchover of voltage (V)/current (I) Al1

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7.4.3.6 X522 analog outputs/temperature sensor

Table 7- 31 X522 terminal strip

Terminal Designation 1) Technical data

1 AO 0V+ You can set the following output signals using parameters:
2 AO 0- Voltage: -10 to 10 V (max. 3 mA)
3 AO 0C+ Current 1: 4 to 20 mA (max. load resistance ≤ 500 Ω)
4 AO 1V+ Current 2: -20 to 20 mA (max. load resistance ≤ 500 Ω)
5 AO 1- Current 3: 0 to 20 mA (max. load resistance ≤ 500 Ω)
6 AO 1C+ Resolution: 11 bits + sign
Continuous short-circuit proof
7 + Temp Temperature sensor KTY84-1C130/PTC
8 - Temp
1) AO xV: Analog output voltage; AO xC: Analog output current

CAUTION

Permissible back-EMF at the outputs: ±15 V

NOTICE

The KTY temperature sensor must be connected with the correct polarity.

DANGER
Hazard due to electric shock
Only temperature sensors that meet the protective separation specifications in EN 61800-5-
1 may be connected to terminals "+Temp" and "-Temp".
There is a risk of electric shock if this is not carefully observed.

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7.4.3.7 X524 electronic power supply

Table 7- 32 Terminals for the electronic power supply

Terminal Designation Technical data

+ Electronic power supply Voltage: 24 VDC (20.4 – 28.8 V)
+ Electronic power supply Power consumption: Max. 0.5 A
+

M Electronics ground
Max. current via bridge in connector:
M

M Electronics ground 20 A at 55 ℃

Note
The two "+" or "M" terminals are jumpered in the connector. This ensures that the supply
voltage is looped through.
The power consumption increases by the value for the DRIVE-CLiQ node and digital
outputs.

7.4.3.8 X540 auxiliary voltage for the digital inputs

Table 7- 33 Screw terminal X540

Terminal Designation Technical data

8 +24 V Voltage: +24 VDC
7 +24 V Max. total load current of +24 V auxiliary voltage for
6 +24 V terminals X540 and X541 combined: 150 mA

5 +24 V
4 +24 V
3 +24 V
2 +24 V
1 +24 V

Note
This power supply is only used for powering the digital inputs.

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7.4.3.9 X541 bidirectional digital inputs/outputs

Table 7- 34 Terminals for bidirectional digital inputs/outputs

Terminal Designation 1) Technical data

6 M Auxiliary voltage:
5 DI/DO 11 Voltage: +24 V DC
Max. total load current of +24 V auxiliary voltage for
4 DI/DO 10 terminals X540 and X541 together: 150 mA
3 DI/DO 9 As input:
2 DI/DO 8 Voltage: -3 to 30 V
1 +24 V Typical power consumption: 10 mA at 24 VDC
Input delay:
- For "0" to "1": Typ. 50 μs
- For "1" to "0": Typ. 100 μs
As output:
Voltage: 24 VDC
Max. load current per output: 500 mA
Max. total current of outputs (including currents in the
inputs): 100 mA/1 A (can be parameterized)
Continuous short-circuit proof
Output delay:
- For "0" to "1": Typ. 150 μs for 0.5 A resistive load
(500 μs maximum)
- For "1" to "0": Typ. 50 μs for 0.5 A resistive load
Switching frequency:
For resistive load: max. 100 Hz
For inductive load: max. 0.5 Hz
For lamp load: Max. 10 Hz
Maximum lamp load: 5 W
1) DI/DO: Bidirectional digital input/output; M: Electronics ground

Note
An open input is interpreted as "low".

Note
If a the 24 V supply is briefly interrupted, the digital outputs are deactivated during this time.

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7.4.3.10 X542 relay outputs

Table 7- 35 X542 terminal strip

Terminal Designation 1) Technical data

1 DO 0.NC Contact type: Two-way contact max. load current: 8 A
2 DO 0.COM Max. switching voltage: 250 VAC, 30 VDC
max. switching power at 250 VAC: 2000 VA (cosϕ = 1)
3 DO 0.NO max. switching power at 250 VAC: 750 VA (cosϕ = 0.4)
4 DO 1.NC max. switching power at 30 VDC: 240 W (resistive load)
5 DO 1.COM Required minimum current: 100 mA
Output delay: ≤ 20 ms 2)
6 DO 1.NO
Overvoltage category: Class III to EN 60 664-1
1) DO: Digital output; NO: Normally open contact; NC: Normally closed contact; COM: Mid-

position contact
2) depending on the parameters assigned and the supply voltage (P24) of the TM31

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7.4.5 Meanings of the LEDs on the Terminal Module TM31

Table 7- 36 Terminal Module TM31 - description of LEDs

LED Color State Description, cause Remedy

READY - OFF Electronics power supply is missing or outside permissible –
tolerance range.
Green Continuous The component is ready for operation and cyclic DRIVE- –
CLiQ communication is taking place.
Orange Continuous DRIVE-CLiQ communication is being established. –
Red Continuous At least one fault is present in this component. Remedy and
Note: acknowledge fault
The LED is activated regardless of whether the
corresponding messages have been reconfigured.
Green/re Flashing Firmware is being downloaded. –
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Cause and rectification of faults

The following documents contain information about the cause of faults and how they can be
rectified:
SINAMICS S120 Commissioning Manual (IH1)
SINAMICS DCM, List Manual

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7.4.6 Dimension drawing

 

 

 
 



 
 
 

Figure 7-20 Dimension drawing of Terminal Module TM31, all data in mm and (inches)

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7.4.7 Installation

Installation
1. Tilt the component backwards slightly and snap it onto the mounting rail using the hook.
2. Push the component towards the mounting rail until you hear the mounting slide at the
rear latch into position.
3. You can now move the component to the left or right along the mounting rail, until it
reaches its final position.

Deinstalling
1. The lug on the mounting slide must first be pushed down to release the interlock from the
mounting rail.
2. The component can now be tilted towards the front and removed from the mounting rail.

Figure 7-21 Removing from a mounting rail

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7.4.8 Protective conductor connection and shield support

It is always advisable to shield the digital input/output wiring.
The following diagrams show typical Weidmüller shield connection terminals for the shield
supports.

1 2

Figure 7-22 Shield supports

Weidmüller website address: http://www.weidmueller.com

DANGER

If the shielding procedures described and the specified cable lengths are not observed, the
machine may not operate properly.

NOTICE

Only use screws with a permissible insertion depth of 4 - 6 mm.

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7.4.9 Connector coding

To ensure that identical connectors are assigned correctly on the TM31, the connectors are
coded as shown in the diagram below.

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Figure 7-23 TM31 connector coding

The bending radii of the cables must be observed (see MOTION-CONNECT description).

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7.4.10 Technical data

Table 7- 37 Technical data

Unit Value
Electronics power supply
Voltage VDC 24 DC (20.4 – 28.8)
Current (without DRIVE-CLiQ or digital ADC 0,5
outputs)
Power loss W <10
PE/ground connection On enclosure with M4/1.8 Nm screw
Response time The response time for the digital inputs/outputs and the analog inputs/outputs
consists of the following elements:
• Response time on the component itself (approx. 1/2 DRIVE-CLiQ cycle).
• Transmission time via the DRIVE-CLiQ connection (approx. 1 DRIVE-CLiQ
cycle)
• Evaluation on the Control Unit (see function diagram)
Further information: SINAMICS DCM List Manual, chapter, "Function diagrams"
Weight kg 1

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NOTICE

During a data save operation initiated by the user, the electronics power supply for the
SINAMICS DC MASTER must not be interrupted.
An active saving process is indicated by the following actions:
• The RDY LED flashes (see the "Description of functions" chapter, "Description of the
LEDs on the CUD" section)
• The BOP20 flashes
Interrupting the power supply while saving can lead to the loss of the current device
parameter assignments. Also refer to the "Operation" chapter, "Memory card functions"
section.

WARNING

The manufacturer can only provide an assurance that the SINAMICS DCM Control Module
will function properly and accept any liability for damage if the unit has been installed and
commissioned by experts and the contents of these Operating Instructions have been
correctly followed.

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WARNING
The units carry dangerous electrical voltages and control rotating mechanical parts (drives).
Failure to comply with these Operating Instructions can lead to death, serious physical
injury, and material damage.
Dangerous voltage levels may be present at the signaling relays at the customer's site.
The units may be connected to a line supply with residual current operated circuit breaker if
a universal current sensitive device is being used, which in the case of a ground fault, can
also detect a DC component in the fault current. We recommend a residual current
operated circuit breaker with an operating current ≥300 mA, which means that it is not
suitable to protect personnel. If you have additional questions, please contact Technical
Support.
Only qualified personnel who are familiar with all the safety instructions in this description,
as well as the installation, operating, and maintenance instructions, should carry out work
on this unit.
Perfect, safe, and reliable operation of this unit is conditional upon it having been
transported, stored, mounted, and installed correctly, as well as carefully operated and
serviced.
The unit is subject to dangerous voltage levels even when the converter unit's line
contactor is open. The control module (the printed circuit board at the bottom, mounted
directly on the housing) contains many electrical circuits carrying dangerous voltage levels.
Before commencing maintenance or servicing work, disconnect all current sources of the
converter infeed and disable them.
To operate the SINAMICS DCM Control Module, both front cover fixing screws must be
tight.
These instructions are not exhaustive and as such cannot outline all the measures required
in order to operate the unit safely. Where necessary, additional information or instructions
may be required for special applications. If you encounter specific problems which have not
been handled in enough detail for the purposes of the buyer, please contact your local
Siemens office.
The use of non-approved parts for carrying out repair work on the unit or handling of the
unit by inadequately qualified personnel will result in dangerous conditions with the risk of
death, serious physical injury, or extensive damage to equipment. All safety measures
listed in these Operating Instructions, as well as all warning signs attached to the unit, must
be followed.
Please take note of all the warnings contained in these Operating Instructions.

CAUTION

Before coming into contact with modules (and in particular the CUDs), the operator must be
electrostatically discharged in order to protect electronic components against high voltages
that are produced by electrostatic charging. The easiest way to do this is to touch a
conductive, grounded object immediately beforehand (for example, the bare metal part of a
control cabinet).
Modules must not come into contact with highly insulating materials (such as plastic sheets,
insulated desktops, or articles of clothing manufactured from man-made fibers).
Modules must only be placed on conductive surfaces.

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8.1 Switching on

8.1 Switching on
After the device is turned on (POWER ON), the drive powers up. Power-up up to operating
state 7.0 in the SINAMICS DCM with the parameters saved (RAM to ROM was carried out)
takes approx. 45 s. Power-up without the saved parameters (first commissioning) takes
approx. 60 s.

Table 8- 1 SINAMICS DCM ramp-up times

BOP20 display CUD LED status Ramp-up time 1)

Light on the BOP20 RDY: Red POWER ON
DP1: Red
- RDY: Orange 15 s
DP1: Red
Display "run up" RDY: Orange 35 s
DP1: Red
Operating state 12.4 RDY: Green 40 s
DP1: -
Operating state 7.0 RDY: Green 45 s
DP1: -
1) Power-up with saved parameters (RAM to ROM was carried out)

The status of the LEDs on the CUD (refer also to the "Description of functions" chapter,
"Description of the LEDs on the CUD" section) is only visible if the device cover is open.

Note
If options are being used (DCC, CBE20, SMC30, TM15, TM31, etc.) and in the case of
certain device configurations, the duration of the power-up increases.

Note
If an external Memory card with previously saved data is plugged into the drive during
power-up, the drive powers up based on the parameter assignments saved on the card
(refer also to the "Operation" chapter, "Memory card functions" section).

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8.2 Commissioning using the BOP20 Operator Panel

8.2.1 Preconditions

SINAMICS basics
If you are not yet familiar with SINAMICS basics (parameters, drive objects, BICO
technology, and so on), please read "Basics" in the section titled "Operation" before starting
commissioning.

BOP20 operator panel

If you are not yet familiar with the BOP20 operator panel, please read "Assigning parameters
using the BOP20" in the section titled "Operation" before starting commissioning.

Notation of the parameters

Expressed in full, a parameter consists of
the drive object + parameter number + index, with the following notation:

(oo)pxxxxx[ii] for indexed parameters

(oo)pxxxxx for non-indexed parameters
To make these easier to read, in this chapter the drive object specification has been omitted
from all parameters belonging to the "automatic speed control" drive object (= drive object 2).
For example, the specification p50076[1] refers to parameter (2)p50076[1] (= drive object 2,
parameter 50076, index 1).

8.2.2 Commissioning steps

Note:
Parameters with [D] are data-set dependent. Commissioning must be carried out for each
data set.

〈1〉Access authorization
In order to be able to set the access authorization, drive object 1 (DO1) must be activated at
the BOP20, see Chapter 9, Section, Displaying and operation using the BOP20.

Access level
(1)p0003 = 1 Standard
(1)p0003 = 2 Advanced
(1)p0003 = 3 Expert

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〈2〉Define the external power unit

p51819[0] Transformation ratio for armature voltage transformer

p51819[1] Transformation ratio for field voltage transformer
p51820 Rated armature supply voltage
p51821[0] Connection of line measurement cables
p51821[1] Connection of armature measurement cables
p51822 Rated armature DC current
p51823 Load voltage at rated armature current
p51824 Current transformer configuration
p51825 Type of power unit
p51826[0] Length of first pulse
p51826[1] Length of other pulses
p51829 Heat sink temperature threshold
p51830 Sensor for heat sink temperature
p51831 Fuse monitoring
p51832 Monitoring of unit fan
p51833 External fault
p51834 Source of fan relay output
p51835[0] Monitoring of unit fan's ON delay
p51835[1] Fault involving unit fan's ON delay
p51835[2] Alarm involving unit fan's ON delay

〈3〉Adjust the rated unit currents

The rated armature DC current for the unit must be adjusted by setting p50076[0] (in %) or
p50067 if:
Maximum armature current < 0.5 × rated armature DC current for the unit

The rated field DC current for the unit must be adapted by setting p50076[1] (in %) if:
Maximum field current < 0.5 × rated field DC current for the unit

〈4〉Adjust to the actual unit supply voltage

p50078[0] Rated value for armature supply voltage (in volts)

p50078[1] Rated value for field supply voltage (in volts)

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〈5〉Enter the motor data

The motor data, as specified on the motor rating plate, must be entered in the following
parameters (see also the sections titled "Thermal overload protection for the DC motor" and
"Speed-dependent current limitation"):

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p50100[D] Rated armature current (in amperes)

p50101[D] Rated armature voltage (in volts)
p50102[D] Rated excitation current (in amperes)
p50104[D] Speed n1 (in rpm)
p50105[D] Armature current I1 (in amperes)
p50106[D] Speed n2 (in rpm)
p50107[D] Armature current I2 (in amperes)
p50108[D] Maximum operating speed n3 (in rpm)
p50109[D] 1 = Speed-dependent current limitation active
p50114[D] Motor thermal time constant (in seconds)

〈6〉Data for actual speed value acquisition

〈6.1〉Operation with analog tachometer

p50083[D] = 1 The actual speed value comes from the "Main actual value" (r52013)
channel
(terminals XT.103, XT.104).
p50741[D] Tachometer voltage at maximum speed (– 270.00 to +270.00 V)
Remark:
The value set here determines the 100% speed for the closed-loop speed
control.

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p2000 Speed in rpm for tachometer voltage set on p50741[0]

Comment 1:
Parameter p2000 is used to convert from a "physical speed" (rpm) into a
"relative speed" (%) and vice versa.
This conversion is required for:
• Speed setpoint input via the control panel in STARTER
• Speed setpoint input via the operating screen form at the AOP30
• Calculating the display values r020, r021, r060 and r063
Remark 2:
Parameter p2000 and parameters r020, r021, r060 and r063 are not data-set
dependent. This is the reason that the physical speed can only be displayed
correctly for one data set (DDS).

〈6.2〉Operation with incremental encoder

p50083[D] = 2 The actual speed value comes from an incremental encoder (r0061)
connected to terminal block X177.
p0400[0] Encoder type selection
p2000 Speed in rpm at 100% speed
Remark:
The value set here determines the 100% speed for the closed-loop speed
control.

〈6.3〉Operation without tachometer (closed-loop EMF control)

p50083[D] = 3 The actual speed value comes from the "Actual EMF value" channel
(r52287),
but is evaluated with p50115.
p50115[D] EMF at 100% speed
(1.00 to 140.00% of unit rated supply voltage (p50078[0]))
Remark:
The value set here determines the 100% speed for the closed-loop speed
control.
p2000 Speed in rpm for EMF set on p50115[0]
Comment 1:
Parameter p2000 is used to convert from a "physical speed" (rpm) into a
"relative speed" (%) and vice versa.
This conversion is required for:
• Speed setpoint input via the control panel in STARTER
• Speed setpoint input via the operating screen form at the AOP30
• Calculating the display values r020, r021, r060 and r063
Remark 2:
Parameter p2000 and parameters r020, r021, r060 and r063 are not data-set
dependent. This is the reason that the physical speed can only be displayed
correctly for one data set (DDS).

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〈6.4〉Freely-wired actual value

p50083[D] = 4 The actual-value input is defined with p50609[C]
p50609[C] Number of the parameter that is switched to the actual speed controller
value
p2000 Speed in rpm at which the parameter selected on p50609[0] accepts the
value 100%
Comment 1:
Parameter p2000 is used to convert from a "physical speed" (rpm) into a
"relative speed" (%) and vice versa.
This conversion is required for:
• Speed setpoint input via the control panel in STARTER
• Speed setpoint input via the operating screen form at the AOP30
• Calculating the display values r020, r021, r060 and r063
Remark 2:
Parameter p2000 and parameters r020, r021, r060 and r063 are not data-set
dependent. For that reason, the physical speed can only be displayed
correctly for one data set (CDS).

〈6.5〉Operation with incremental encoder and SMC30

p50083[D] = 5 The actual speed value comes from an incremental encoder connected to
an SMC30 (r3770).
p0400[1] Encoder type selection
p2000 Speed in rpm at 100% speed
Remark:
The value set here determines the 100% speed for the closed-loop speed
control.

〈7〉Data for field

〈7.1〉Control of the field

p50082 = 0 Internal field is not used
(e.g. in the case of permanent-magnet motors)
p50082 = 1 The field is activated with the line contactor
(field pulses are activated or deactivated at the same time as the line
contactor)
p50082 = 2 Automatic switching-in of the standstill field set using p50257 after a time
that can be parameterized using p50258 has elapsed, once operating state
o7 or higher has been reached
p50082 = 3 Field current permanently switched on
p50082 = 4 Field with Auxiliaries ON signal activated

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〈7.2〉Field weakening
p50081 = 0 No speed-dependent or EMF-dependent field weakening
p50081 = 1 Field-weakening operation by means of internal closed-loop EMF control, so
that in the field-weakening range, i.e. at speeds above the rated motor
speed (= "cut-in speed"), the motor EMF is constantly kept at setpoint
EMFset (r52289) = p50101 – p50100 * p50110

〈8〉Set basic technological functions

〈8.1〉Current limits
p50171[D] System current limit in torque direction I (as % of p50100)
p50172[D] System current limit in torque direction II (as % of p50100)

〈8.2〉Torque limits
p50180[D] Torque limit 1 in torque direction I
(as % of rated motor torque)
p50181[D] Torque limit 1 in torque direction II
(as % of rated motor torque)

〈8.3〉Ramp-function generator
p50303[D] Ramp-up time 1 (in seconds)
p50304[D] Ramp-down time 1 (in seconds)
p50305[D] Initial rounding 1 (in seconds)
p50306[D] Final rounding 1 (in seconds)

〈9〉Complete quick commissioning

Set p3900 = 3.
This triggers the calculation of the motor data (Ra, La, Lf) as well as the calculation of the
controller parameters resulting from the data that was entered in the previous steps.
p3900 is then reset to 0 and quick commissioning is ended, i.e. p0010 is reset to 0.

〈10〉Execute optimization runs

Perform the optimization runs one after the other:

p50051 = 24 Optimization of closed-loop field-current control

p50051 = 25 Optimization of closed-loop armature current control
p50051 = 26 Optimization of speed control
p50051 = 27 Optimization of closed-loop EMF control (incl. field characteristic plotting)
p50051 = 28 Plotting the friction characteristic
p50051 = 29 Optimization of closed-loop speed control for drives with a mechanical
system capable of oscillation

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See Chapter "Drive optimization" for more details

If an optimization run is not carried out, the motor control uses the motor characteristic
values calculated from the rating plate data rather than the measured values.

DANGER

During optimization runs, the drive initiates motor movements that can reach the maximum
motor speed. The EMERGENCY OFF functions must be fully operational during
commissioning. To protect man and machines, the relevant safety regulations must be
observed.

〈11〉Checking and potential fine adjustment of maximum speed

Once the optimization runs have been executed, the maximum speed needs to be checked
and, if necessary, the setting for it corrected.
If the maximum speed has now shifted by more than around 10%, the control response of
the closed-loop speed control circuit will need to be checked; it may be necessary to repeat
the optimization run for the speed controller or carry out re-optimization manually.
The optimization runs for field weakening and for friction and moment of inertia
compensation must be repeated if there is any change to the maximum speed.

〈12〉Checking the drive settings

The optimization runs do not produce the best results for every application, so in all cases it
is necessary to check the controller settings using the appropriate tools (oscilloscope,
STARTER trace, and so on). Some cases may require manual re-optimization.

〈13〉Manual (re-)optimization (where required)

If the result of the optimization runs is not satisfactory, then manual post or new optimization
can be performed.
The procedure is described in Chapter "Manual optimization".

〈14〉Saving non-volatile set values

Previously, all changes in the set values were made in the RAM (Random Access Memory).
If the device is switched off in this state, all settings made previously are lost. To
permanently store the settings in the ROM (non-volatile memory), a RAM to ROM must be
triggered by setting p0977 to 1 (p0977 is allocated to the DO 1). The saving process is
indicated by the flashing of BOP20 (and the RDY LED on the CUD) and takes approx. 45 s.
After the saving process has been completed, the settings are backed up in the ROM.
The drive can now be switched off (POWER OFF) without losing the settings that have been
made. Also refer to the "Operation" chapter, "Memory card functions" section.

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〈15〉Documentation of set values

The following facilities are available so that the settings made can be recorded outside the
unit:
● External Memory card was inserted during the RAM to ROM (p0977=1). The parameters
were therefore also transferred to the external Memory card.
● Write the parameters to a Memory card (p0804).
● Document the parameters in a STARTER project (load to PG). Also refer to the
"Operation" chapter, "Memory card functions" section and "Commissioning with the
STARTER commissioning tool" chapter.

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8.3 Commissioning using the AOP30 Operator Panel

8.3.1 First commissioning

Note
To operate the AOP30, p2030=3 must be set.

8.3.1.1 First power-up

Start screen
When the system is switched on for the first time, the Control Unit (CUD) is initialized
automatically. The following screen is displayed:

Figure 8-2 Splash screen

While the system is powering up, the parameter descriptions are loaded to the operator
panel (remark: The Memory card does not have to be inserted)

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Selecting the language

When the system is first powered up, a screen for selecting the language appears.

You can select the language in the dialog

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Once the language has been selected, the powering-up process continues.
Once the system has successfully powered up, the drive has to be commissioned when the
system is switched on for the first time after it has been delivered. The converter can then be
switched on.
When the system is then powered up again, it can be operated immediately.

Navigation within the dialog screens

Within a dialog screen, the selection boxes can usually be selected using the <F2> and/or
<F3> keys. Selection boxes are generally texts surrounded by a frame. When they are
selected, they are highlighted by means of white text on a black background.
The current value of a highlighted selection box can usually be changed by pressing <F5>
"OK" and/or "Change". Another entry field then appears; the value you want can be entered
directly in this using the numerical keypad or can be selected from a list.
In the wizard, you can change from a dialog screen to the next or previous screen by
selecting the "Continue" or "Back" selection boxes and then confirming by pressing <F5>
"OK".
If a screen contains particularly important parameters, the selection box "Continue" only
appears at the bottom of the screen. This is because every single parameter in this dialog
screen has to be checked thoroughly and/or corrected before the next screen can be
accessed.

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8.3.1.2 Full drive commissioning

Entering power unit data

p51819[0] Transformation ratio for armature voltage transformer

p51819[1] Transformation ratio for field voltage transformer
p51820 Rated armature supply voltage
p51821[0] Connection of line measurement cables
p51821[1] Connection of armature measurement cables
p51822 Rated armature DC current
p51823 Load voltage at rated armature current
p51824 Current transformer configuration
p51825 Type of power unit
p51826[0] Length of first pulse
p51826[1] Length of other pulses
p51829 Heat sink temperature threshold
p51830 Sensor for heat sink temperature
p51831 Fuse monitoring
p51832 Monitoring of unit fan
p51833 External fault
p51834 Source of fan relay output
p51835[0] Monitoring of unit fan's ON delay
p51835[1] Fault involving unit fan's ON delay
p51835[2] Alarm involving unit fan's ON delay

Adjust the rated unit currents

The rated armature DC current for the unit must be adjusted by setting p50076[0] (in %) or
p50067 if:
Maximum armature current < 0.5 × rated armature DC current for the unit
The rated field DC current for the unit must be adapted by setting p50076[1] (in %) if:
Maximum field current < 0.5 × rated field DC current for the unit

Adapt to the actual unit supply voltage

p50078[0] Rated value for armature supply voltage (in volts)

p50078[1] Rated value for field supply voltage (in volts)

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Acquiring the motor data

The motor data can be taken from the motor rating plate.

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p50100[d] Rated armature current

p50101[d] Rated armature voltage
p50102[d] Rated excitation current
p50103[d] Minimum excitation current (optional)
p50114[d] Thermal time constant for motor
See the section titled "Thermal overload protection for the DC motor (I2t
monitoring of the motor)"
When you have finished entering the motor data, choose "Continue" underneath the final
parameter value and activate with <F5> (OK).

Encoder selection

p50083[d] Actual speed controller value selection

Analog tachometer screen

p50741[d] Tachometer voltage at maximum speed

p2000 Reference speed

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Pulse encoder screen

p0400[e] Encoder type selection

p0404[e] Encoder configuration active
p0405[e] Square-wave encoder A/B
p0408[e] Rotary encoder pulse no.
p2000 Reference speed

EMF controlled screen

p50115[d] EMF at maximum speed

p2000 Reference speed

Freely wired screen

p50609[c] Actual speed controller value signal source

p2000 Reference speed

DRIVE-CLiQ encoder screen

p0400[e] Encoder type selection

p0404[e] Encoder configuration active
p0405[e] Square-wave encoder A/B
p0408[e] Rotary encoder pulse no.
p2000 Reference speed

Data on field

p50081 Field weakening

p50082 Field operating mode

Basic commissioning

p50171 Current limit, torque direction I

p50172 Current limit, torque direction II
p50180 Torque limit I
p50181 Torque limit II
p50303 Ramp-up time 1
p50304 Ramp-down time 1
p50305 Initial rounding 1
p50306 Final rounding 1

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Final confirmation
Confirm the parameters you have entered to save them. Once you have selected "Continue"
and activated your entries with <F5>, the parameters you entered will be permanently saved
and the calculations required for closed-loop control carried out.

Optimization runs
Perform the optimization runs one after the other:
To navigate through the selection fields, choose <F2> or <F3>.
To activate a selection, choose <F5>.

p50051 = 24 Optimization of closed-loop field-current control

p50051 = 25 Optimization of closed-loop armature current control
p50051 = 26 Optimization of speed control
p50051 = 27 Optimization of closed-loop EMF control (incl. field characteristic plotting)
p50051 = 28 Plotting the friction characteristic
p50051 = 29 Optimization of closed-loop speed control for drives with a mechanical
system capable of oscillation
See Chapter "Drive optimization" for more details
If an optimization run is not carried out, the motor control uses the motor characteristic
values calculated from the rating plate data rather than the measured values.

DANGER

During optimization runs, the drive initiates motor movements that can reach the maximum
motor speed. The EMERGENCY OFF functions must be fully operational during
commissioning. To protect man and machines, the relevant safety regulations must be
observed.

8.3.2 Status after commissioning

LOCAL mode (control via operator panel)

● You switch to LOCAL mode by pressing the "LOCAL/REMOTE" key.
● Control (ON/OFF) is carried out via the "ON" and "OFF" keys.
● You can set the setpoint using the "Increase" and "Decrease" keys or by entering the
appropriate numbers on the operation screen using the numeric keypad.

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8.3.3 Resetting parameters to factory settings

The factory settings represent the defined original status of the unit on delivery.
Resetting the parameters to the factory settings means that all the parameter settings made
since the system was delivered are reset.

Setting the parameter filter to "Parameter reset"

<MENU> <Commissioning/Service> <OK> <Device commissioning> <OK> <30: Parameter
Reset> <OK>

Restoring all parameters to their factory settings

All of the unit parameters are reset to their factory settings. The AOP30 is powered down
and back up again during this process.

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8.4 Commissioning with the STARTER commissioning tool

8.4.1 STARTER commissioning tool

Description
You can use the STARTER commissioning tool to configure and commission your
SINAMICS drives or drive systems. The drive configuration can be performed with the aid of
the STARTER wizard for drive configuration.

Note
This chapter described how to commission with STARTER. STARTER has a comprehensive
online help that explains in detail all of the sequences and setting options in the system. This
is the reason that this chapter is restricted to the individual commissioning steps.

Prerequisites for installing STARTER

STARTER is installed on a PG / PC. The hardware and software preconditions are described
in the readme file for STARTER. This file can be called from the starting page of the
SINAMICS DCM documentation on DVD.

Note
The SIMOTION SCOUT engineering tool includes the STARTER functionality to commission
drives.
From version V4.2, SCOUT has also been released for commissioning SINAMICS DCM.

8.4.1.1 Installing the STARTER commissioning tool

STARTER is installed using the "setup" file on the CD supplied. When you double-click the
"Setup" file, the installation wizard guides you through the process of installing STARTER.

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8.4.1.2 Layout of the STARTER user interface

STARTER provides these 4 operating areas:

Figure 8-5 STARTER operating areas

Operating area Explanation

① Toolbars In this area, you can access frequently used functions by clicking icons.

② Project navigator The elements and objects contained in the project are displayed in this area.

③ Working area Changes to the drive units are made in this area.

④ Detail view This area displays detailed information, for instance about faults and alarms.

8.4.2 Procedure for commissioning with STARTER

Basic procedure when using STARTER

STARTER uses a series of interactive screens to enter the data required for the drive unit.

NOTICE

The interactive screens are pre-assigned defaults that you need to adapt to your application
and configuration under certain circumstances.
This is a deliberate procedure!
Target: By taking time to consider what configuration data you enter, you can prevent
inconsistencies between the project data and drive unit data (identifiable in online mode).

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8.4.2.1 Creating the project

Click the STARTER icon on the desktop or select the menu command Start > Simatic >
STEP 7 > STARTER in the Windows start menu to start the STARTER commissioning tool.
The following main screen with the interactive dialogs appears after starting for the first time:
● STARTER Getting Started Drive Commissioning
● STARTER Project Wizard
The commissioning steps are listed below as numbered step sequences.

Accessing the STARTER project wizard

Figure 8-6 Main screen of the STARTER parameter assignment and commissioning tool

⇒ Hide "STARTER Getting Started Drive Commissioning" with HTML Help > Close

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Note
When you deactivate the Display wizard during start checkbox, the project wizard is no
longer displayed the next time you start STARTER.
You can call up the project Wizard by choosing Project > New with Wizard.
To deactivate the Getting Started online help, follow the information provided in help.
Online help can be restarted at any time via Help > Getting Started.
STARTER features a detailed online help function.

The STARTER project wizard

Figure 8-7 STARTER project wizard

⇒ Click Arrange drive units offline... in the STARTER project wizard

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Figure 8-8 Creating a new project

⇒ Enter a project name and, if necessary, the author, memory location and a comment.
⇒ Click Continue > to set up the PG/PC interface.

Figure 8-9 Interface setup

⇒ Click Change and test... and set up the interface in accordance with your device
configuration.
The Properties..., Copy... and Select... buttons are available.

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Figure 8-10 Setting up the interface

Note
To parameterize the interface, you must install the appropriate interface card (e.g.: PC
Adapter (PROFIBUS)).

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Figure 8-11 Setting up the interface - properties

NOTICE

PG/PC is only master on bus must be activated if no other masters (PC, S7 etc.) are
available on the bus.

Note
Even if no PROFIBUS interface is installed in the PC, projects can be generated and
PROFIBUS addresses for the drive objects can be assigned.
Only the bus addresses available in the project will be offered. That prevents double bus
address assignments.

⇒ After completion, click OK to confirm the setup and to return to the project wizard.

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Figure 8-12 Setting up the interface

⇒ Click Continue > to set up a drive unit in the project wizard.

Figure 8-13 Inserting a drive unit

⇒ Select the following data from the list fields:

Device: SINAMICS DCM
Type: Standard CUD /
Advanced CUD, if you have purchased Option G01
Standard CUD [2] for a Standard CUD in the right-hand slot
Advanced CUD [2] for a Advanced CUD in the right-hand slot

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Version: actual version

Bus address: The corresponding drive bus address (the default is 126)
Name: Any desired name can be entered in the name box

Note
For a download, the bus address assigned here is transferred to the device, but is not
transferred to parameter p918.
To keep p918 consistent with the project, after a "Load to target device" a "Load to PG" must
still be performed – and must be repeated after every change to p918 using BOP20 or
AOP30.

Note
A second CUD for expanding the computing capacity is created in the STARTER as an
independent device, type "Sinamics DCM Standard (Advanced) CUD [2]".
Explanation: "[2]" is the SINAMICS nomenclature for indexed data. In this case, it is used as
a name - independent of any language for a second CUD inserted in the right-hand slot.

⇒ Click Insert
The selected drive unit is displayed in the project wizard preview window.

Figure 8-14 Inserting a drive unit

⇒ Click Continue >

A summary of the project is displayed.

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Figure 8-15 Summary

⇒ Click Complete to complete the creation of a new project for the drive unit.

8.4.2.2 Configuring a drive unit

Note: STARTER must be offline.
In the project navigator, open the tree element that contains your drive unit.

Figure 8-16 Configuring the project navigator drive unit

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⇒ In the project navigator, click the plus sign next to the drive unit that you want to configure.
The plus sign changes into a minus sign and the options for configuring the drive unit appear
as a directory tree under the drive unit.
⇒ Double click Configure drive unit

Configuring a drive unit

Figure 8-17 Configuring a drive unit

⇒ If you have plugged in a Profinet CBE20 module (option G20), the module needs to be
activated here
⇒ Click Continue >
Under Drive properties, you can enter optional information about the drive/project.
⇒ Click Continue >

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Selecting the function modules

Figure 8-18 Selecting options

⇒ If you want to use the free function blocks, you can activate them here.
⇒ Click Continue >

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Selecting the unit

Figure 8-19 Selecting the unit

You can filter the MLFB list with the supply voltage and range selection (2Q/4Q) boxes. You
can locate the SINAMICS DCM Control Module by looking for the values 400 V/30 A and the
order no. 6RA8000-0MV62.
⇒ Select the unit.
⇒ Click Continue >

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Adapting unit data and entering motor data

Figure 8-20 Motor data

⇒ Adapt the rated armature DC current for the unit by making a setting at p50076[0] (in %) or
p50067 if:
Maximum armature current < 0.5 × rated armature DC current for the unit
⇒ Adapt the rated armature DC current field for the unit by making a setting at p50076[1]
(in %) if:
Maximum field current < 0.5 × rated field DC current for the unit
⇒ Enter the actual supply voltage for the unit p50078
⇒ Enter the motor rating data according to the motor rating plate here.

CAUTION

The data are very important to protect against overloading and must be entered correctly.

⇒ Click Continue >

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Entering additional power unit data

Figure 8-21 Additional power unit data

⇒ Enter the required power unit data here.

⇒ Click Continue >

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Brake control

Figure 8-22 Motor brake

⇒ If a motor brake is available, the type and properties can be set here.
⇒ Click Continue >

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Entering the actual value source

Figure 8-23 Configuring the motor - specifying the actual value source

"Encoder 1" is the encoder evaluation on the CUD.

"Encoder 2" is the evaluation of an optional encoder using SMC30
⇒ Enter the type of tachometer or other actual value source. The drive cannot be operated if
no selection is made.
⇒ Enter the reference speed. For display on the AOP30 or to transfer the speed variables via
PROFIBUS, the physical speed at 100 % is specified here.
⇒ Click Continue >

Encoder data - analog tachometer

⇒ Enter the tachometer voltage at maximum speed.
⇒ Click Continue >

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Encoder data - incremental encoder

Figure 8-24 Entering the encoder data

⇒ Enter the encoder type (usually HTL/TTL), the number of pulses per revolution, the level
and the zero mark configuration

CAUTION

Terminal X177.41 always delivers +15 V to supply the incremental encoder. That is
independent of the "voltage supply" setting selected in the box.

Note
The SMC30 supplies 5 V / 24 V encoder supply.

⇒ Click Continue >

Encoder data - Actual EMF value

⇒ Enter the tachometer voltage at maximum speed.
⇒ Click Continue >

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Encoder data - Freely wired actual value

⇒ Enter the source with the actual value for the closed-loop controller via the BICO
interconnection.
⇒ Click Continue >

Encoder data – Encoder on the SMC30 evaluation module

Figure 8-25 Entering the encoder data (DRIVE-CLiQ)

⇒ Enter the encoder type (usually HTL/TTL), the number of pulses per revolution, the level
and the zero mark configuration
⇒ Click Continue >

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Data on field

Figure 8-26 Data on field

⇒ Select the behavior of the field control and, if applicable, the field weakening.

Note
If field weakening is activated, the field characteristic curve must be recorded with the
optimization run p50051= 27 on the drive before the drive can be switched on.

⇒ Click Continue >

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Telegram selection

Figure 8-27 Selecting the telegram type

⇒ Select a standard telegram type or, with free configuration, the process data lengths.

Note
If a standard telegram is selected, BICO interconnections are triggered which cannot be re-
parameterized. If, e.g., p0840 is to be changed again, a switchover to free telegram
configuration has to be made first.

⇒ Click Continue >

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Entering important parameters

Figure 8-28 Important parameters

If necessary, enter important technological parameters.

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Summary

Figure 8-29 Summary

⇒ Use Copy text to clipboard to insert the summary of the data of your drive unit displayed in
the window for later use in text processing.
⇒ Click Finish.
⇒ Save your project on the hard disk with Project > Save.

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8.4.2.3 Starting the drive project

You have generated a project and saved it to your hard disk. The next step is to transfer your
project configuration data to the drive unit.

Transferring a STARTER project to the drive unit

The following steps are required to transfer the STARTER project created offline to the drive
unit:

Step Selection in the

toolbar
1 Select the menu command
Project > Connect to target system

If the following screen appears after step 1, select the Download to target device menu
command and continue with step 3. Otherwise, continue with step 2.

Figure 8-30 Online/offline comparison

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Step Selection in the

toolbar
2 Select the menu command
Target system > Download > Project to target system

NOTICE

Your project data has now been transferred to the drive unit. Presently, this data is only in
the volatile memory (RAM) of the drive unit, however, neither saved in the non-volatile
memory (ROM) nor on an optionally inserted memory card (see also Chapter "Memory card
functions").
To save your project data in the ROM and on the optionally available memory card of your
drive unit so that it is protected against power failure, carry out the following steps.

Step Selection in the

toolbar
3 Select the menu command
Target system > Copy RAM to ROM

Note
The button for copying RAM to ROM can only be activated if the drive unit has been marked
in the project navigator.

Results of the preceding steps

● You have generated a project for your drive unit using the STARTER offline
● You have saved your project data to your PC hard drive
● You have transferred your project data to the drive unit
● You have saved your project data in your drive unit's FLASH memory so that it is backed
up in the event of a power failure

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8.4.2.4 Connection through a serial interface

Along with the connection through the PROFIBUS, there is also a facility for data exchange
via the serial interface.

Preconditions
● A serial interface (COM) must be available on the PC from which the connection will be
made.
● An AOP30 must not be connected with the drive.

Connecting cables

&8' ; &20[ 3&

  5;'
5;'
 
7;' 7;'
 
0 0
68%'

Figure 8-31 Assignment, RS232 cable

Settings
1. In STARTER, from Project > Set PG/PC interface, select the Serial cable (PPI) interface.
If this is not available in the dropdown list, you first have to add it using Select.

Note
If the interface cannot be added to the selection menu , the drive for the serial interface
still needs to be installed.
This is located in the following path on the STARTER CD:
\installation\starter\starter\Disk1\SerialCable_PPI\
STARTER must not be active while the driver is being installed.

2. Enter the following settings. The "0" address and the transmission rate 19.2 kbit/s are
important here.

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Figure 8-32 Setting up the interface

3. The PPI bus address for a drive unit with a CUD is fixed at 3, for an expansion CUD in
the right slot it is fixed at 5.
4. When creating the drive unit, also set the corresponding bus address.

Figure 8-33 Setting the bus address

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8.5 Activating function modules

Subfunctions can be activated in the SINAMICS family drives as function modules.
Through activation, the parameters of the corresponding functionalities are also displayed.
Function modules can be individually activated / deactivated on every drive object.
For SINAMICS DC MASTER, the following subfunctions are modeled as function module.
● Technology controller
● Free function blocks
● PROFINET interface

8.5.1 Activating offline with STARTER

Function modules can be defined for all DOs by using the properties dialog (activate by
clicking with the right mouse button on the DO in the project navigator). Shown as example
for the closed-loop control DO "Drive_1":

Figure 8-34 Properties

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The function modules can be reached in the "Function modules" tab in the opening dialog.

Figure 8-35 Selecting the function modules

Accept the settings by clicking OK.

The function modules are also correspondingly set in the drive by connecting online and
downloading.

8.5.2 Activating online through parameters

Note
This process is not supported by STARTER because it uses its own mechanisms.

Activation is through p0108. r0108 and is available at each DO as a display parameter for
the activated function modules.
The setting is made on p0108[i] in the Control Unit. In this case, the index corresponds to the
DO.
Index 0 stands for the CU,
Index 1 for the first DO – the default is the closed loop control DO DC_CTRL,
Index 2 optionally the first TMxx, etc.

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Sub-function p0108 bit

Technology controller 16
Free function blocks 18
PROFINET interface 31
The function modules are activated / deactivated by setting the bits to 1 or 0.
On BOP20 or AOP30 parameter assignment is made at DO1 (CU_DC)
● p0009=2
● Correspondingly set or delete p0108[i] bits
● p0009=0
This triggers the software to reboot, therefore activating the function modules that have been
set - together with the associated parameters.

Note
Changing the parameters – The quantity structure is copied to the optional AOP30 by
"relearning" the existing parameters. This takes a few minutes.

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8.6 Commissioning optional additional modules

Additional modules can be integrated through Drive-CLiQ (TM15, TM31, SMC30) or OMI slot
(CBE20).
The components must be logged in to the software during a first commissioning.
That can be done:
● Offline by inserting the components into the project in STARTER and loading the project
into the drive or
● By adding the components through the parameter assignments on BOP20 / AOP30

8.6.1 Terminal Modules (TM31, TM15)

8.6.1.1 Commissioning with STARTER

Requirement
The project must be consistent with the drive before adding the TMxx (loading to PG
accomplished)

Figure 8-36 Inserting I/O component (1)

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Figure 8-37 Inserting I/O component (2)

● Select the desired type

Figure 8-38 Topology

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● In the topology view, check which interface the TMxx is to be connected to and connect it
there (0 = X100, 1 = X101)
● Load the project into the drive with "Download"
● Persistently save with RAM→ROM.
● The LEDs on the Terminal Module now light up green and the parameters of the
additional DOs can be accessed.

8.6.1.2 Commissioning via parameter assignment

With the electronics power supply switched-off, plug in the Terminal Module with Drive-CLiQ
at X100 or X101.
Accept the additional components by writing the following parameter to the CU

Note
When powering up on a drive for the first time, the software will, if required, be loaded into
the Terminal Module. After successful loading, the LED on the SMC30 flashes red/green and
alarm A1007 is output. A POWER OFF/ON is required before the component can be used.

p0009=1
p9910=1 (= accept components)
p0009=0
The software restarts and accepts the additional components.
If you then go online with an old STARTER project, the different topologies will be displayed
offline and online. With "Load to PG" the changed topology can also be accepted by
STARTER

8.6.2 Encoder evaluation (SMC30)

With an optional SMC30 encoder evaluation, a second incremental encoder can be
evaluated. Subsequently adding or deleting an SMC30 to/from an existing project is only
possible with the STARTER commissioning tool.

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8.6.2.1 Add/commissioning (with STARTER)

Note: STARTER must be offline.
● Start the drive wizard via Configuration – DDS configuration

Figure 8-39 Configuring DDS

● Continue to the "Encoder" screen and activate the second encoder there

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Figure 8-40 2. Activating the encoder

● Use the "Encoder data" button to enter the data of this encoder.
● If you also want to use the encoder connected to the SMC30 as the actual value for the
speed controller, you have to select as the source for the actual value "5: encoder on
SMC30"
● Run through the wizard until the end and load the expanded project into the drive.

8.6.2.2 Remove (with STARTER)

Note: It is only possible to remove the encoder evaluation from the project in the offline mode
● Start the drive wizard via Configuration - configure DDS
● With Continue>, go to the "Encoder" screen form, and there, deselect encoder 2
● Run through the wizard until the end
● Unplug the encoder evaluation SMC30
● Go online
● Load the project to the drive

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8.6.3 PROFINET module (CBE20)

8.6.3.1 Adding online into the drive

The CBE20 is automatically detected when plugged into the slot and is integrated into the
system.
Before the module can also be addressed in the network, an IP address and device name
must be assigned; refer to the Chapter "Function descriptions", Section "PROFINET IO".
Note:
If PROFINET is to be used only as a commissioning interface but process control is through
PROFIBUS, after commissioning the CBE20 the process data interface needs to be set back
to PROFIBUS (p8839=1).

8.6.3.2 Adding offline in STARTER

Figure 8-41 Configuration

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8.6.3.3 Deleting from the drive online

Deleting a CBE20 without STARTER always leads to the loss of the parameter assignments
which are replaced by the factory settings.
p0009=30
p0976=1
(re-commissioning)

8.6.3.4 Deleting offline with STARTER

In STARTER, using the Control Unit configuration wizard a
CBE20 can also be subsequently added or deleted (see adding offline in STARTER)
After deleting in the wizard, the project needs to be saved, loaded into the drive and
permanently saved with RAM→ROM.

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8.7 Drive optimization

Basic information
The individual control loops must be optimized when commissioning a drive.
4 control loops must be set or optimized:
● Field current closed-loop control
● Armature current closed-loop control
● Speed control
● EMF closed-loop control
SINAMICS DCM supports this task in 2 ways.
● Quick commissioning
The controller parameters are calculated from the rated data of the motor and the power
unit. No measurements are made. Only the parameters for the field current closed-loop
control, the armature closed-loop control and the speed closed-loop control are
determined. The parameters set during the quick commissioning allow reliable drive
operation in the majority of cases.
● Optimization runs
The controller parameters are determined from the rated data of the motor and the power
unit and by evaluating measurement results. The parameters of all 4 control loops are
determined. The parameters set using the optimization runs can be kept in the majority of
cases. In exceptional cases, manual post-optimization is necessary (see Chapter
"Manual optimization").

Quick commissioning
Procedure
● Start the quick commissioning with p10 = 1 (= factory setting)
● Set all of the important parameters (see e.g. commissioning steps in Chapter
"Commissioning using the BOP20") operator panel
● Complete the quick commissioning with p3900 = 3 (calculations are performed, p10 and
p3900 are reset to 0)
Commissioning using the BOP20 operator panel:
This procedure is explained for the commissioning steps in Chapter "Commissioning using
the BOP20" operator panel.
Commissioning using the AOP30 operator panel:
Quick commissioning is completed (p3900 = 3) as part of the final confirmation. (see Chapter
"Commissioning using the AOP30 operator panel", Section "Complete drive
commissioning").

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Commissioning using the STARTER commissioning tool:

The completion of quick commissioning (p3900 = 3) is selected as part of "Complete" of the
Wizard "Configuring the drive unit". (see Chapter "Commissioning using the STARTER
commissioning tool", Section "Configuring the drive unit"). After successfully "Loading the
project into the target system" (see Chapter "Commissioning using the STARTER
commissioning tool", Section "Start drive project"), quick commissioning is completed in the
SINAMICS DCM.

Optimization runs

WARNING

During optimization runs, the drive initiates motor movements that can reach the maximum
motor speed. The EMERGENCY OFF functions must be fully operational during
commissioning. To protect the machines and personnel, the relevant safety regulations
must be observed

Procedure

〈1〉 The drive must be in operating state o7.0 or o7.1 (enter SHUTDOWN!).
〈2〉 p50051 = 24 Optimization of closed-loop field-current control
p50051 = 25 Optimization of closed-loop armature current control
p50051 = 26 Optimization of speed control
p50051 = 27 Optimization of closed-loop EMF control (incl. field characteristic
plotting)
p50051 = 28 Plotting the friction characteristic
p50051 = 29 Optimization of closed-loop speed control for drives with a
mechanical system capable of oscillation
〈3〉 The SINAMICS DC MASTER goes into operating state o7.4 for a few seconds, and
then goes into o7.0 or o7.1 and waits for SWITCH ON and OPERATION ENABLE to
be entered.
Enter the commands SWITCH and OPERATION ENABLE!
If the switch-on command is not entered within 30 s, this wait state is exited and fault
message F60052 is output.
〈4〉 Execution of the optimization run starts once operating state <o1.0 (OPERATION) is
reached.
〈5〉 When the optimization run has been completed, the drive goes into operating state
o8.0

Note
The optimization runs should be performed in the order specified above.

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Details on the individual optimization runs

p50051 = 24 Optimization of closed-loop field-current control

(duration of up to 1 min.)
This optimization run may also be executed without a mechanical load
connected.
The following parameters are set automatically:
p50112, field resistance (Rf)
p50116, field inductance (Lf)
p50255, P gain of field-current controller (Kp)
p50256, integral time of field-current controller (Tn)
p51597 field inductance reduction factor
p50051 = 25 Optimization of closed-loop armature current control
(takes about 1 min.)
The current controller optimization run may also be executed without a
mechanical load connected; if necessary, the drive should be locked.
The following parameters are set automatically:
p50110, armature resistance (Ra)
p50111, armature inductance (La)
p51591, non-linearity factor of armature inductance (La_fak)
p51592, armature commutation inductance (Lk)
p51594, filter inductance for 12-pulse operation (Ls)
p51595, filter inductance reduction factor (Ls_fak)
p51596 filter resistance in 12-pulse operation (Rs)
p50155 P gain of the armature current controller (Kp)
p50156, integral time of armature current controller (Tn)

CAUTION

Motors with a permanent field, a very high level of retentiveness, or a series field must be
locked during this optimization run.

WARNING

The current limits set are not active during the current controller optimization run. 75% of
the rated armature current for the motor flows for approximately 0.7 s.

Note
The parameters determined are dependent on the motor temperature. The values set with
the motor in the cold state can serve as a good default setting. For drives with a high
dynamic performance, the optimization run p50051=25 should be repeated after operating
the drive with a load (e.g. with the motor at the operating temperature.

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p50051 = 26 Optimization of speed control

(Takes at least 6 s)
The dynamic performance of the speed control loop can be selected using
p50236, whereby lower values represent a softer closed-loop control.
Before carrying out the speed controller optimization run, p50236 must be
set and influences the setting of p50225, p50226, p50228 and p50540.
Where possible, the final mechanical load should be connected to the motor
for the purpose of optimizing the speed controller, as the parameters set
depend on the measured moment of inertia.
The following parameters are automatically set:
p50225, P gain of speed controller (Kp)
p50226, integral time of speed controller (Tn)
p50228, speed setpoint smoothing time constant
p50540 speed controller acceleration time
Remark:
The speed controller optimization run only takes into account the filtering of
the actual speed controller value that is set at p50200; and if p50083 = 1,
also filtering of the main actual value, which is parameterized at p50745.
For p50200 <20 ms, P50225 (gain) is limited to a value of 30.00. The speed
controller optimization run always sets p50228 (speed setpoint filtering) to 0.

WARNING

During the speed controller optimization run, the motor is accelerated at a maximum of 45%
of its rated armature current. The motor can reach speeds of up to approximately 20% of
the maximum speed.

p50051 = 27 Optimization of closed-loop EMF control (incl. field characteristic plotting)

(Duration, approx. 1 min)
This optimization run must be executed whenever field-weakening operation
has been selected (p50081 = 1), if closed-loop torque control (p50170 = 1)
or torque limiting (p50169 = 1) has been selected, or if a variable field
current setpoint has been entered.
This optimization run may also be started without a mechanical load. The
following parameters are set automatically:
p50120 to Field characteristic (magnetization characteristic) of motor
p50139
p50275 P gain of EMF controller (Kp)
p50276 Integral time of EMF controller (Tn)

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Remark:
In order to determine the magnetization characteristic, during this optimization run the field-
current setpoint is reduced to a minimum value of 8% (starting from 100% of the motor's
rated excitation current as specified in p50102). Setting p50103 to values < 50 % of p50102
for the duration of this optimization run limits the value entered for the field-current setpoint
to the minimum value specified in p50103. This may be necessary for uncompensated
motors with an extremely high armature reaction.
The magnetization characteristic approaches 0 along a linear path (starting from the
measuring point), with the minimum field-current setpoint.
To execute this optimization run, the minimum excitation current for the motor (p50103) must
be set to a lower value than 50% of the motor's rated excitation current (p50102).

WARNING

During this optimization run, the drive accelerates to approx. 80% of the rated motor speed.
The maximum armature voltage is 80% of the rated armature voltage of the motor
(p50101).

p50051 = 28 Plotting the friction characteristic

(Duration, approx. 1 min)
The following parameters are set automatically:
p50520 to Friction characteristic
p50530
Remark 1:
The friction characteristic is only active in operation if it is manually
activated with p50223=1!
Remark 2:
In order to execute this optimization run, the speed controller must not be
parameterized as a pure P controller or as a controller with droop.

WARNING

During this optimization run, the drive accelerates up to its maximum speed.

p50051 = 29 Optimization of closed-loop speed control for drives with a mechanical

system capable of oscillation
(duration up to 10 min)
The following parameters are set automatically:
p50225 P gain of the speed controller (Kp)
p50226 Integral time of the speed controller (Tn)

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p50228 Speed setpoint, smoothing time constant

p50540 Speed controller acceleration time
The frequency response of the controlled system for frequencies between 1
and 100 Hz is recorded during this optimization run.
For this purpose, the drive is first accelerated to a basic speed (p50565,
factory setting = 20%). A sinusoidal speed setpoint with a low amplitude
(p50566, factory setting = 1%) is then switched in. The frequency of this
additional setpoint is changed in 1 Hz increments from 1 to 100 Hz. For
each frequency, an average is generated over a specific time (p50567,
factory setting = 1 s).
The value set at p50567 essentially defines the duration of this optimization
run. For a setting of 1 s it takes about 3 to 4 min.
The measured frequency response of the controlled system forms the basis
for determining its optimal speed controller setting.

WARNING

This optimization run must not be executed if the motor is connected to a mechanical load
that is able to move the motor while it is in a torque-free state (e.g. a suspended load).

NOTICE

For drives with limited travel distance, the optimization run for field weakening (p50051 =
27) should be interrupted by entering the SHUTDOWN command at the earliest after the
1st field-weakening measuring point has been plotted or the friction characteristic has been
plotted (p50051 = 28) and at the earliest after determining the measuring point at 10% of
the maximum speed - without fault message F60052 being initiated. Once the optimization
run in question (p50051 = 27 or p50051 = 28) has been restarted, it will resume at a more
advanced point, meaning that it can be completed in several stages even in cases where
the travel distance is limited.
In the following cases, each optimization run is completely executed again after a restart:
• If a fault occurs during the optimization run
• If the electronics supply is switched off prior to restarting the optimization run in question
• If a different drive data set from the previous one is selected
• If a different optimization run is started in the meantime
The parameters for the drive data set that has been selected in each case are optimized.
The drive data set selection must remain the same throughout the optimization runs to
avoid a fault being output.

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8.8 Manual optimization

Manual optimization is best performed using the STARTER commissioning tool.
For this purpose, STARTER provides the functions
● function generator and
● trace.

8.8.1 Optimization of closed-loop armature current control

Determining the armature circuit parameters (3 options)

1. Determining the armature-circuit parameters according to the motor list

Take the armature circuit resistance (p50110) and armature circuit inductance
(p50111) from the motor manufacturers data.
Disadvantage: The data is very imprecise and/or the actual values deviate
significantly.
Feeder cable resistances are not taken in the armature-circuit resistance. Additional
smoothing reactors and feeder cable inductances are not taken into account in the
armature-circuit inductance.
2. Roughly estimating the armature-circuit parameters from the rated data for the motor
and line supply
S p50110 = Armature-circuit resistance [Ω]
S 
[S p50101 = Rated motor armature voltage [V]
p50100 = Rated motor armature current [A]
The basis of this formula is that for the rated armature current, there is a drop of 10%
of the rated armature voltage across the armature circuit resistance Ra.
[U p50111 = Armature circuit inductance [mH]
S 
S r50071 = Rated unit supply voltage, armature [V]
p50100 = Rated motor armature current [A]
This formula is based on the empirical value: The transition point from discontinuous to
continuous current is approximately 30% of the rated motor armature current.
3. Determining the armature circuit parameters by measuring the current/voltage
• Establish closed-loop current controlled operation
-p50084=2: Select closed-loop current controlled operation
-p50153=0: Precontrol disabled
-p50082=0: Switch-off the field to prevent motor from moving and, where
necessary, lock the rotor of the DC motor if retentiveness is too high.
-p50354=5 %: Threshold for overspeed protection
-Enter 0 for the main setpoint.
-If "OPERATION ENABLE" has been applied and the "SHUTDOWN"
command is entered, an armature current of approximately 0% will now flow.

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• Calculate the armature circuit resistance p50110 from the armature current and
armature voltage
-Gradually increase the main setpoint (shown at r52011) until the actual
armature current value (r50019 as a % of the unit's rated armature current)
reaches approximately 70% of the motor's rated armature current.
-Calculate the armature circuit resistance:
Ra[Ω] = r50038 / (r50019 × p50100) = armature voltage [V] / armature current
[A]
• Calculate the armature circuit inductance p50111 from the armature current at the
transition point from discontinuous to continuous current
-Make an oscilloscope trace of the armature current.
-Starting from 0, gradually increase the main setpoint (shown at r52011) until
the armature current reaches the transition point from discontinuous to
continuous current.
-Calculate the armature circuit inductance using the following formula:
La[mH] = 0.4 × r50015 / (r50019 × p50100)
= armature voltage [V] / armature current at the transition point from
discontinuous to continuous current [A]

Overall optimization of the armature circuit

• Checking the precontrol characteristic

Procedure
- Set the function generator to a triangular waveform (0 % to 100 %), period =
10000 ms
- Supply point: p50601[4] (see function diagram 6855)
- Set p50082 = 0 (field off)
- p50153 = 3 (influence of EMF disabled)
- Record signals r52121 (output, precontrol) and r52110 (output, armature current
controller)
- The parameters of the precontrol (Ra [p50110], La [p50111] and λa [p51591]) are
correctly set if the armature current controller output has the lowest possible value
(e.g. less than 5 %) over the complete setpoint range.
• Checking the step response
Procedure
- Set the function generator to a squarewave, with
step height = e.g. 5 %
offset = various values, e.g. 80 %
period = 1000 ms
pulse width = 500 ms
- Supply point: p50601[4] (see function diagram 6855)
- Set p50082 = 0 (field off)
- Record signals r52118 (Ia-set) and r52117 (Ia-act)

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- Change controller parameters Kp (p50155) and Tn (p50156) until the step

response provides a satisfactory result.
- In order to eliminate the influence of non-linearity of the armature circuit
inductance and gating unit, the armature current controller adaptation can be
activated (see function chart 6855).

8.8.2 Optimization of closed-loop field-current control

Determining the field circuit resistance (2 options)

1. Roughly estimate the field circuit resistance from the rated motor data
p50112 = rated excitation voltage/rated excitation current of motor
2. Determine the field-circuit resistance by comparing the field current setpoint and actual
value
- p50112=0: Results in a 180° field precontrol output and, therefore, actual field
current value of 0
- p50082=3: So that the field remains permanently switched on, even when the line
contactor drops out
- p50254=0 and p50264=0: Only field precontrol active; field-current controller
disabled
- Set p50102 to rated excitation current.
- Increase p50112 until the actual field current (r50035 converted to amperes using
r50073[1]) equals the required setpoint (p50102).
- Set p50082 back to the system's operating value.

Overall optimization of closed-loop field-current control

• Checking the precontrol characteristic

Procedure
- Set the function generator to a triangular waveform (0 % to 100 %), period =
10000 ms
- Supply point: p50611[0] (see function diagram 6905)
- Set p50082 = 3 (field continuously on)
- Record the signals r52271 (output, precontrol) and r52260 (output, field current
controller)
- The parameters of the precontrol (Rf [p50112], Lf [p50116] and λf [p51597]) have
been correctly set if the output of the field controller has the lowest possible value
(e.g. less than 5 %) over the complete setpoint range.

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• Checking the step response

Procedure
- Set the function generator to a squarewave, with
step height = e.g. 5 %
offset = various values, e.g. 80 %
period = 1000 ms
pulse width = 500 ms
- Supply point: p50611[0] (see function diagram 6905)
- Set p50082 = 3 (field continuously on)
- Record signals r52268 (If-set) and r52265 (If-act)
- Change controller parameters Kp (p50255) and Tn (p50256) until the step
response provides a satisfactory result.
- The field current controller adaptation can be activated (see function chart 6908)
to eliminate the influence of non-linearity of the field inductance and gating unit.

8.8.3 Optimizing the speed controller

Basic information
The objective of the closed-loop control is to compensate the system deviation as a result of
changes to the setpoint and disturbances.
The evaluation is performed in the time domain:
● The control loop fulfills the requirement for steady-state accuracy, if the system deviation
as a result of a setpoint step (reference input) converges towards zero. The rise time tan
and settling time taus specify the speed.
● The overshoot defines the damping. For a step change of the setpoint or disturbance
variable, the controlled variable must not excessively overshoot the steady-state final
value.
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Controller optimization
Procedure
● Set the function generator to a triangular waveform with
step height = 5 %
offset = 10 %
period = 1000 ms
pulse width = 500 ms
● Supply point: p50625[C] (see function diagram 6810)
● Record signals r52174 (n-set) and r52167 (n-act)
Assessment
If the step response of the speed controller is recorded after performing the optimization run
for the speed controller, then the significant increase of the setpoint step can be clearly seen
- which is characteristic for optimization according to the symmetrical optimum.
A controller adjusted according to the symmetrical optimum has a significant overshoot,
however, a favorable response to disturbances.
This optimization has especially established itself in drive technology as many systems
require a good disturbance variable compensation. This is the reason why the optimization
run for the speed controller sets the controller parameters according to the symmetrical
optimum.
An improved response to setpoint changes with the response to disturbances remaining the
same can be achieved using the reference model. See Chapter "Function descriptions",
Section "Speed controller".

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9.1.1 Parameters

Parameter types
The following adjustable and display parameters are available:
● Adjustable parameters (can be written and read)
These parameters have a direct effect on how a function responds.
Example: Ramping time of a ramp-function generator
● Display parameters (can only be read)
These parameters are used to display internal variables.
Example: Actual motor current

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All these drive parameters can be read via PROFIBUS and changed by means of p
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Parameter categories
The parameters of the individual drive objects are categorized into data sets as follows:
● Data set-independent parameters
These parameters exist only once per drive object.
● Data-set dependent parameters
These parameters can exist several times for each drive object and can be addressed via
the parameter index for reading and writing. A distinction is made between various types
of data set:
– CDS: Command Data Set
By parameterizing several command data sets and switching between them, the drive
can be operated with different pre-configured signal sources.
– DDS: Drive Data Set
The drive data set contains the parameters for switching between different automatic
speed control configurations.
The CDS and DDS can be switched over during normal operation. Additional types of data
set also exist, but these can only be activated indirectly by means of a DDS changeover.
● EDS - Encoder Data Set

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Saving parameters in a non-volatile memory

The modified parameter values are stored in the volatile RAM. When the drive system is
switched off, this data is lost.
The data must be saved in the non-volatile memory, as described below, so that the
changes are available the next time the drive is switched on.
● Saving parameters with STARTER
See "Copy RAM to ROM" function
● Saving parameters
p0977 = 1; automatically reset to 0

NOTICE

The power supply to the Control Unit may first be switched off only after saving has
finished (i.e. after saving has started, wait until the parameter has the value 0 again).

Resetting parameters
The parameters can be reset to the factory setting as follows:

p0009 = 30 Parameter reset

p0976 = 1 Start restoring all parameters to their factory settings
After this has been done, p0976 is automatically set to 0 and p0009 is set to 1.

Deleting all user data

In addition to the actual parameter data set, which saves the parameter assignment of the
unit in a non-volatile memory (ROM) of the unit and which can be deleted using p0976=1
(restore factory settings), the following data also belong to the non-volatile user data:
● DCC charts
● The DCC block library
● Additional parameter data sets (see p0802, p0803, p0804)
This data is also saved in the non-volatile memory (ROM). All user data are deleted from the
ROM as follows:

p0009 = 30 Parameter reset

p0976 = 200 Start to delete all user data
The operation may take several minutes. The unit automatically powers up during this time.
As a result, the unit in STARTER goes offline. Re-connect with the drive. After this has been
done, p0976 is automatically set to 0 and p0009 is set to 0.

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Note
Data on the memory card are not deleted by setting p0976=200. In spite of this, when
deleting all user data, it is not permissible that a memory card is inserted. An inserted
memory card would mean that for an automatic power-up after p0976=200, as usual, the
data would be read from the memory card (see also Chapter "Memory card functions"). The
unit would power-up with the parameter assignment from the memory card.

Access level
The parameters are subdivided into access levels. The SINAMICS DCM List Manual
specifies the access level at which the parameter can be displayed and modified. The
required access levels 0 to 4 can be set in p0003.

Table 9- 1 Access levels

Access level Comment

0 User-defined Parameter from the user-defined list (p0013)
1 Standard Parameters for the simplest possible operations (e.g. p50303 = ramp-
function generator ramp-up time)
2 Extended Parameters for handling the basic functions of the unit
3 Expert Expert knowledge is already required for these parameters (e.g. knowledge
of assigning BICO parameters).
4 Service Please contact your local Siemens office for the password for parameters
with access level 4 (Service). It must be entered into p3950.

9.1.2 Data sets

CDS: Command data set

The BICO parameters (binector and connector inputs) are grouped together in a command
data set. These parameters are used to interconnect the signal sources of a drive.
By parameterizing several command data sets and switching between them, the drive can
be operated with different pre-configured signal sources.
A command data set contains the following (examples):
● Binector inputs for control commands (digital signals)
– ON/OFF, enable signals (p0844, etc.)
– Jog (p1055, etc.)
● Connector inputs for setpoints (analog signals)
– Speed setpoint (p50433)
– Torque setpoints (p50500, p50501)

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A drive object can manage 2 command data sets.

The following parameters are available for selecting command data sets and for displaying
the currently selected command data set:
● Binector input p0810 BI: Command data set (CDS) selection
● r0836: Displays selected data set

Example: Switching between command data set 0 and 1

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DDS: Drive data set

A drive data set contains various adjustable parameters that are relevant for open-loop and
closed-loop drive control:
● Numbers of the assigned encoder data sets:
– p0187 and p0188: Up to 2 assigned encoder data sets (EDS)
● Various control parameters, e.g.:
– Speed limits min./max. (p50512, p50513)
– Characteristic data of ramp-function generator (p50295 ff)
– Characteristic data of controller (p50540 ff)
– ...
The parameters that are grouped together in the drive data set are identified in the
SINAMICS DCM List Manual by "DDS" and are provided with index [0...n].
It is possible to parameterize several drive data sets. You can switch easily between different
drive configurations (control type, motor, encoder) by selecting the corresponding drive data
set.
A drive object can manage 4 drive data sets.
Binector inputs p0820 and p0821 are used to select a drive data set. They represent the
number of the drive data set (0 to 3) in binary format (where p0821 is the most significant
bit).
● p0820 BI: Drive data set selection DDS, bit 0
● p0821 BI: Drive data set selection DDS, bit 1

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EDS: Encoder data set

An encoder data set contains various adjustable parameters for the connected encoder that
are relevant for configuring the drive.
● Adjustable parameters, e.g.:
– Encoder interface component number (p0141)
– Encoder component number (p0142)
– Encoder type selection (p0400)
The parameters that are grouped together in the encoder data set are identified in the
parameter list by "EDS" and are provided with index [0...n].
A separate encoder data set is required for each encoder controlled by the Control Unit. Up
to 2 encoder data sets are assigned to a drive data set via parameters p0187 and p0188.
It is only possible to switch an encoder data set by means of a DDS switchover. When a
drive data set is selected, the assigned encoder data sets are selected automatically.

Example of data set assignment

Table 9- 2 Example, data set assignment

DDS Encoder 1 (p0187) Encoder 2 (p0188)

DDS 0 EDS 0 EDS 1
DDS 1 EDS 0 EDS 0
DDS 2 EDS 0 EDS 0
DDS 3 EDS 1 -

9.1.2.1 Function diagrams and parameters

Function diagrams (see the SINAMICS DCM List Manual)

● 8560 Command data sets (CDS)
● 8565 Drive data sets (DDS)
● 8570 Encoder data sets (EDS)

Overview of important parameters (refer to the SINAMICS DCM List Manual)

Adjustable parameters
● p0140 Encoder data sets (EDS) number
● p0170 Command data sets (CDS) number
● p0180 Drive data sets (DDS) number
● p0187 Encoder 1 encoder data set number
● p0188 Encoder 2 encoder data set number

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● p0809 Copy command data set (CDS)

● p0810 BI: Command data set CDS bit 0
● p0819[0...2] Copy drive data set DDS
● p0820 BI: Drive data set selection DDS, bit 0
● p0821 BI: Drive data set selection DDS, bit 1

9.1.2.2 Using data sets

Copying a command data set

Set parameter p0809 as follows:
1. p0809[0] = Number of the command data set to be copied (source)
2. p0809[1] = Number of the command data to which the data is to be copied (target)
3. p0809[2] = 1
Starts copying.
Copying is finished when p0809[2] = 0.

Copying a drive data set

Set parameter p0819 as follows:
1. p0819[0] = Number of the drive data set to be copied (source)
2. p0819[1] = Number of the drive data set to which the data is to be copied (target)
3. p0819[2] = 1
Starts copying.
Copying is finished when p0819[2] = 0.

Uncommissioned data sets

Drive commissioning can be completed even if uncommissioned data sets (EDS, DDS) are
available.
Uncommissioned data sets are marked as "uncommissioned".
The attributes are displayed in STARTER or in the expert list or OPs.
Activating these data sets is not permitted and any attempt to do so will be rejected with an
error.
Assigning these data sets to a drive data set (DDS) is only possible by means of a
commissioning step (p0009 ≠ 0, p0010 ≠ 0).

Note
If there is no DDS dataset with the attribute "commissioned", the drive remains in a controller
inhibit state.

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9.1.3 Drive objects

A drive object is a self-contained software function with its own parameters and potentially its
own faults and alarms. Drive objects can be provided as standard (e.g. automatic speed
control), or can be added individually or in groups times (e.g. TM31).
Properties of a drive object:
● Separate parameter space
● Separate window in STARTER
● Separate fault/alarm system
● Separate PROFIdrive telegram for process data

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● Automatic speed control (DC_CTRL)

Automatic speed control handles closed-loop control of the motor. The I/Os on the CUD
are evaluated within this drive object.
● Control Unit (CU_DC)
This drive object contains a variety of different system parameters.
● Evaluation of optional Terminal Module
An independent drive object handles evaluation of each optional Terminal Module.

Configuring drive objects

If, after first commissioning, additional drive objects are configured or deleted, they must be
added or deleted in STARTER or activated through parameters (refer to the chapter
Commissioning optional additional modules).

Note
Each installed drive object is allocated a number between 0 and 63 during first
commissioning so that they can be identified internally.

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Overview of important parameters (refer to the SINAMICS DCM List Manual)

Adjustable parameters
● p0101 Drive object numbers
● p0107 Drive object type
● p0108 Drive object configuration
Display parameters
● r0102 Number of drive objects

Standard drive objects

● Automatic speed control
● Control Unit

9.1.4 Memory card functions

This section describes the basic functions of the Memory card in the SINAMICS DCM
system.

Basic information
The CUD (Control Unit for the SINAMICS DCM) manages three memory areas:
● A volatile memory, the RAM, also called work memory.
● A non-volatile memory, the ROM, also called flash memory
● An optionally available portable memory card.

Note
Memory cards can be ordered as an option (S01 / S02) or as accessories, refer to
Chapter 2, "Ordering information for options and accessories" section.
SINAMICS DCM does not accept other Memory cards.

The work memory receives all project information and application programs while the device
is being operated. To save the current data from the work memory, you must copy it to non-
volatile memory before shutting down, refer to the "Commissioning " chapter, "Copying RAM
to ROM function".
An optional Memory card is used:
● For saving various parameter data sets
● For transferring the parameter data sets to additional SINAMICS DCM drives
● For series commissioning

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The memory card is needed:

● For installing software updates
● For using an AOP30 in languages other than German and English
● To use the function "SINAMICS Link" (see Chapter "Communication via SINAMICS Link")
● to load the DCC block library into the drive

Note
The memory card supplied from Siemens as option S01 or S02 includes, when supplied, a
dump of the internal unit software. These files are required to update the software as well as
to use the "SINAMICS Link" function. These files can be deleted for other applications.
Before you use the card for the functions described in this chapter, copy these files to a local
folder of your PG/PC and delete the files on the memory card.

Parameter data sets

Parameter data sets represent all of the the parameters of a project - including the DCC
charts and the project itself. Parameter data sets differ on the basis of drive configuration
(power unit, motor, encoder, etc. used) and application (e.g. function modules, type of
control).
Different amounts of data can be saved in the 3 memory areas:
● ROM: Four parameter data sets with the indices 0, 10, 11, and 12
● The parameter data set with the index 0 is active in the RAM
● Memory card: Depending on the free storage space, up to 101 parameter data sets
(indices 0 to 100)

Note
The DCC library itself is not saved as a part of the parameter data set.

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Copying parameter data sets from non-volatile memory to the Memory card
There are three ways of copying parameter data sets from non-volatile memory (ROM) to the
memory card:
● The system is powered down
– Insert a memory card into the CUD
– Switch on the system
– The system is put into operation by the software in the "ROM"
– Then the complete updated parameter data set with the index 0 is automatically
copied from the "ROM" to the Memory card without a prompt appearing.
● The system is switched on
– Insert a memory card into the CUD
– Execute the command "RAM to ROM" (p0977 = 1). The updated parameter data set is
copied automatically, first to the "ROM" and then as a data set to the Memory card
with index 0. If the Memory card already contains a parameter data set with the index
0, this will be overwritten without a prompt appearing.
● The system is switched on
– By the user, utilizing the parameter data transfer from ROM to the memory card:
p0804 = 2, p0802 = (0...100) as target on the memory card and p0803 = (0/10/11/12)
as source from the ROM.

NOTICE

While saving (BOP20 flashes, RDY LED flashes), the device must NOT be switched off.
Switching off the device while saving leads to the loss of the most recently performed and
not yet saved device parameterization.

Note
When options are being used (DCC, SMC30, TM15, TM31, etc.) and with certain device
configurations, the duration of the power-up can take several minutes.

Note
When a memory card is inserted, the RAM to ROM command (p0977 = 1) will copy the
parameter data set with the index 0 from the ROM to the memory card. A parameter data set
that might have been previously saved on the memory card is overwritten.

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Copying parameter data sets from the Memory card to non-volatile memory
There are two ways of copying parameter data sets from the Memory card to non-volatile
memory:
● The system is powered down
– Insert a Memory card containing a parameter data set with the index 0 into the CUD.
– Switch on the system. The new parameter data set will be copied to the ROM
automatically. The parameter data set with the index 0 which was previously in the
ROM will be overwritten.
– The system will then boot with the new parameter data set.
● The system is switched on
The user starts data transmission from the Memory card to the ROM with parameters
p0802, p0803 and p0804:
– p0804 = 1
– p0802 = (0...100) as source (from the Memory card) and p0803 = (0/10/11/12) as
target to the ROM.

Note
The parameter data set in the ROM is overwritten during system start-up. If a Memory card
with a parameter data set is inserted when the system is switched on, the parameter data set
with the index 0 in the ROM will be overwritten by the new one with the index 0 on the
Memory card.

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Using the memory card for series commissioning

The memory card can also be used for series commissioning of several units with the same
parameter assignment.
Procedure:
● Completely commission a "sample" drive. As soon as all of the parameters have been
correctly set, carry out "RAM to ROM".
● Switch-off the system and insert a memory card into the CUD. Switch on the system.
● The parameter assignment is saved on the memory card. If DCC charts are activated in
the system, then these as well as the DCC library are also saved on the memory card.
● Remove the card.
● Insert the card into a CUD that is switched-off and has still not been parameterized.
Switch on the system (POWER ON).
● When powering up, the parameter assignment is transferred into the CUD and copied
both into the ROM as well as also into the RAM. If DCC charts and the DCC library were
saved on the memory card, then these are also copied.
● The card can be removed once the system has powered-up. The CUD that was still not
parameterized now has the same parameter assignment as the original "sample" drive.

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Note
The MLFB of the unit from which the parameter data set originated is also saved in a
parameter data set. If the parameter data set is loaded into a unit with another MLFB
(POWER ON with the memory card inserted), then the unit signals an inconsistent topology
(power-up stops with display "33" on the BOP, fault A1420 is output). This occurs, if e.g. a
parameter set that was generated from a 30 A unit is loaded into a 60 A unit. In this state,
the user can accept the parameter set by setting p9906 to 3. The system continues to power
up.
The same procedure also applies if a parameter data set from a standard CUD is loaded into
an Advanced-CUD - or vice versa. The power-up procedure stops with display "33" on the
BOP; the parameter set is accepted using p9906=3 and the system continues to power up.

Important parameters

p0977: Save all parameters (for more information, see the SINAMICS DCM List Manual).
p0802: Data transfer of parameters [0,10,11,12], Memory card as source or target
p0803: Data transfer of parameters [0...100], non-volatile device memory as source or
target
p0804: Start of parameter data transfer and specification of transfer direction:
p0804=1: Transfer from the Memory card to non-volatile device memory
p0804=2: Transfer from non-volatile device memory to Memory card

Safely removing a memory card

Removing the memory card must be requested using p9400.
Procedure:

p9400 = 2 Request to "safely remove" the memory card

p9400 = 3 Feedback: "You can safely remove the memory card"
Remove the memory card
p9400 = 100 Feedback: "It is not possible to safely remove the memory card"
SINAMICS DCM is accessing the memory card. Leave the memory card in the
unit and try again later.
p9400 = 0 Message: No memory card inserted

NOTICE

If the memory card is removed without a request being made, this can destroy the file
system on the memory card.

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9.1.5 BICO technology: Interconnecting signals

Every drive contains a large number of interconnectable input and output variables and
internal control variables.
The drive unit can be adapted to a wide range of requirements using BICO technology
(Binector Connector Technology).
Digital and analog signals, which can be interconnected as required by means of BICO
parameters, are identified by the prefix BI, BO, CI, or CO in their parameter name.
These parameters are identified accordingly in the parameter list or in the function diagrams.

Note
The STARTER commissioning tool is recommended when using BICO technology.

9.1.5.1 Binectors, connectors

Binectors, BI: Binector Input, BO: Binector Output

A binector is a digital (binary) signal without a unit which can assume the value 0 or 1.
Binectors are subdivided into binector inputs (signal sink) and binector outputs (signal
source).

Table 9- 3 Binectors

Abbreviation Symbol Name Description

BI Binector input Can be interconnected to a binector output as
source.
(signal sink) The number of the binector output must be
entered as a parameter value.
BO Binector output Can be used as a source for a binector input.

(signal source)

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Connectors, CI: Connector Input, CO: Connector Output

A connector is a digital signal, e.g. in 32-bit format. It can be used to emulate words (16 bits),
double words (32 bits) or analog signals. Connectors are subdivided into connector inputs
(signal sink) and connector outputs (signal source).

Table 9- 4 Connectors

Abbreviatio Symbol Name Description

n
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source.
(signal sink) The number of the connector output must be
entered as a parameter value.
CO Connector output Can be used as a source for a connector input.

(signal source)

9.1.5.2 Interconnecting signals using BICO technology

To interconnect two signals, a BICO input parameter (signal sink) must be assigned to the
desired BICO output parameter (signal source).
The following information is required in order to interconnect a binector/connector input with
a binector/connector output:
● Binectors: Parameter number, bit number, and drive object ID
● Connectors with no index: Parameter number and drive object ID
● Connectors with index: Parameter number, index, and drive object ID
● Data type (signal source for connector output parameter)

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Note
A connector input (CI) cannot be interconnected with all connector outputs (CO, signal
source). The same applies to the binector input (BI) and binector output (BO).
For each CI and BI parameter, the parameter list shows the information on the data type of
the parameter and the data type of the BICO parameter under "data type".
For CO parameters and BO parameters, only the data type of the BICO parameter is shown.
Notation:
Data types BICO input: Data type parameter/Data type BICO parameter
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Data types BICO output: Data type BICO parameter
Example: FloatingPoint32
The possible interconnections between the BICO input (signal sink) and BICO output (signal
source) are listed in the table titled "Possible combinations for BICO interconnections", which
can be found in the "Explanations on the parameter list" section of the SINAMICS DCM List
Manual.

The BICO parameter interconnections can be implemented in different command data sets
(CDS). The different interconnections are activated by switching data sets. Drive object
interconnections are also possible.

9.1.5.3 Internal encoding of the binector/connector output parameters

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9.1.5.5 Information on BICO technology

Binector-connector converters and connector-binector converters

Binector-connector converters
● Several digital signals are converted to a 32-bit integer double word or to a 16-bit integer
word.
● p2080[0...15] BI: PROFIdrive PZD send bit-by-bit

Connector-binector converters
● A 32-bit integer double word or a 16-bit integer word is converted to individual digital
signals.
● p2099[0...1] CI: PROFIdrive PZD selection receive bit-by-bit

Fixed values for interconnection using BICO technology

The following connector outputs are available for interconnecting any fixed value settings:
● p2900[0...n] CO: Fixed value_%_1
● p2901[0...n] CO: Fixed value_%_2
● p2930[0...n] CO: Fixed value_M_1
Example:
These parameters can be used to interconnect the scaling factor for the main setpoint or to
interconnect an additional torque.

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9.2 Parameterizing using the BOP20 (Basic Operator Panel 20)

9.2.1 General information about the BOP20

The BOP20 can be used to power drives up and down during the commissioning phase as
well as display and modify parameters. Faults can be diagnosed as well as acknowledged.

Overview of displays and keys

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Information on the displays

Table 9- 5 Displays

Display Meaning
Top left The active drive object of the BOP is displayed here.
2-digit The displays and key operations always refer to this drive object.
RUN Lights up if at least one drive in the drive line-up is in the RUN state (in operation).
RUN is also displayed via bit r0899.2 of the drive.
Top right The following is displayed in this field:
2-digit
• More than 6 digits: Characters that are present but cannot be seen (e.g. "r2" ––> 2
characters to the right are invisible, "L1" ––> 1 character to the left is invisible)
• Faults: Selects/displays other drives with faults
• Designation of BICO inputs (bi, ci)
• Designation of BICO outputs (bo, co)
• Source object of a BICO interconnection with a drive object different than the active one
S Lights up if at least one parameter was changed and the value has not yet been transferred to
the non-volatile memory.
P Lights up if, for a parameter, the value only takes effect after the P key is pressed

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Display Meaning
C Lights up if at least one parameter was changed and the calculation for consistent data
management has still not been initiated
Bottom, 6-digit Displays. parameters, indices, faults, and alarms, for example

For certain user actions (e.g. restore factory setting) a two-digit number is displayed on the
BOP20. This number provides information about the drive state. The significance of these
numbers is provided in Appendix B.

Information on the keys

Table 9- 6 Keys

Key Name Meaning

ON Power up the drives for which the "ON/OFF1" command should come from the BOP.
Binector output r0019.0 is set using this key.
OFF Power down the drives for which the "ON/OFF1", "OFF2", or "OFF3" commands should come
from the BOP.
Binector outputs r0019.0, .1 and .2 are simultaneously reset when this key is pressed. After the
key has been released, binector outputs r0019.1 and .2 are again set to a "1" signal.
Note:
Whether these keys are active can be defined by assigning appropriate BICO parameters (e.g. it
is possible to use these keys to control all of the existing drives at the same time).
Functions The significance of these keys depends on the actual display.
Note:
Whether this key is active with respect to acknowledging faults can be defined by assigning
appropriate BICO parameters.
Parameter The significance of these keys depends on the actual display.
If this key is pressed for 3 s, the "Copy RAM to ROM" function is executed. The "S" displayed on
the BOP disappears.
Increase The keys depend on the current display and are used to either increase or decrease values.

Decrease

BOP20 functions

Table 9- 7 Functions

Name Description
Backlighting The backlighting can be set using p0007 in such a way that it switches itself off automatically
after the set time if no actions are carried out.
Switch active drive From a BOP perspective, the active drive is defined using p0008 or the keys "FN" and "Arrow
up".
Units The units are not displayed on the BOP.
Access level The access level for the BOP is defined using p0003.
The higher the access level, the more parameters can be selected using the BOP.

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Name Description
Parameter filter Using the parameter filter in p0004, the available parameters can be filtered according to their
particular function.
Select status display Actual values and setpoints are displayed on the status display.
The status display can be set using p0006.
User parameter list Parameters can be selected for access using the user parameter list in p0013.
Unplug while voltage is The BOP can be unplugged and connected while under voltage.
present
• The ON and OFF keys have a function.

The drives are stopped when the BOP is unplugged.

After connecting it, the drives must be powered up again.

• The ON and OFF keys have no function.

Unplugging and connecting has no effect on the drives.

Key operation The following applies to the "P" and "FN" keys:
• When used in a combination with another key, "P" or "FN" must be pressed before the
other key.

Overview of important parameters (refer to the SINAMICS DCM List Manual)

All drive objects

● p0005 BOP status display selection
● p0006 BOP status display mode
● p0013 BOP user-defined list
● p0971 Drive object, save parameters

Drive object, Control Unit (CU_DC)

● r0002 Control Unit status display
● p0003 BOP access level
● p0004 BOP display filter
● p0007 BOP backlighting
● p0008 BOP drive object selection
● p0009 Device commissioning, parameter filter
● p0011 BOP password input (p0013)
● p0012 BOP password confirmation (p0013)
● r0019 CO/BO: Control word, BOP
● p0977 Save all parameters

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NOTICE

During a data save operation initiated by the user, the electronics power supply for the
SINAMICS DC MASTER must not be interrupted.
An active saving process is indicated by the following actions:
• The RDY LED flashes (see the "Description of functions" chapter, "Description of the
LEDs on the CUD" section)
• The BOP20 flashes
Interrupting the electronics power supply while saving can lead to the loss of the actual
unit parameter assignment. Also refer to the "Operation" chapter, "Memory card
functions" section.

Drive object (DC_CTRL)

● p0010 Commissioning, parameter filter

9.2.2 Displays and using the BOP20

Features
● Operating display
● Changing the active drive object
● Displaying/changing parameters
● Displaying/acknowledging faults and alarms
● Controlling the drive using the BOP20

Operating display
The operating display for each drive object can be set using p0005 and p0006. Using the
operating display, you can change into the parameter display or to another drive object. The
following functions are possible:
● Changing the active drive object
– Press key "FN" and "Arrow up" -> the drive object number at the top left flashes
– Select the required drive object using the arrow keys
– Acknowledge using the "P" key
● Parameter display
– Press the "P" key.
– The required parameters can be selected using the arrow keys.
– Press the "FN" key -> parameter r0000 is displayed
– Press the "P" key -> changes back to the operating display

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Parameter display
The parameters are selected in the BOP20 using the number. The parameter display is
reached from the operating display by pressing the "P" key. Parameters can be searched for
using the arrow keys. The parameter value is displayed by pressing the "P" key again. You
can toggle between the drive objects by simultaneously pressing the keys "FN" and the
arrow keys. You can toggle between r0000 and the parameter that was last displayed by
pressing the "FN" key in the parameter display.

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Value display
To switch from the parameter display to the value display, press the "P" key. In the value
display, the values of the adjustable parameters can be increased and decreased using the
arrow. The cursor can be selected using the "FN" key.

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Example: Changing a parameter

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Example: Changing binector and connector input parameters

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9.2.3 Displaying faults and alarms

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9.2.4 Controlling the drive using the BOP20

Description
When commissioning the drive, it can be controlled via the BOP20. A control word is
available on the Control Unit drive object (r0019) for this purpose, which can be
interconnected with the appropriate binector inputs of e.g. the drive.
The interconnections do not function if a standard PROFIdrive telegram was selected as its
interconnection cannot be disconnected.

Table 9- 8 BOP20 control word

Bit (r0019) Name Example, interconnection parameters

0 ON / OFF (OFF1) p0840
1 No coast down/coast down (OFF2) p0844
2 No fast stop/fast stop (OFF3) p0848
Note:
For simple commissioning, only bit 0 should be interconnected. When interconnecting bits 0 ... 2,
then the system is powered-down according to the following priority: OFF2, OFF3, OFF1.
7 Acknowledge fault (0 -> 1) p2102
13 Motorized potentiometer, raise p1035
14 Motorized potentiometer, lower p1036

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9.3 Controlling via the AOP30 operator panel

WARNING

The OFF switch on the AOP30 operator panel does not have an EMERGENCY OFF
function.
In order to avoid dangerous incorrect operator actions, the EMERGENCY OFF pushbutton
must be installed in a plant or system at an adequate distance from the AOP30.

Note
To operate the AOP30, p2030=3 must be set.

An operator panel is located in the cabinet door of the cabinet unit for operating, monitoring,
and commissioning tasks. It has the following features:
● Graphical, backlit LCD for plain-text display and a "bar display" of process variables
● LEDs for displaying the operating states
● Help function describing the causes of and remedies for faults and alarms
● Keypad for controlling a drive under normal operating conditions
● LOCAL/REMOTE switchover for selecting the control terminal (master control assigned to
operator panel or customer terminal block/PROFIBUS)
● Numeric keypad for entering setpoints or parameter values
● Function keys for prompted navigation through the menus
● Two-stage safety concept to protect against accidental or unauthorized changes to
settings
● IP54 degree of protection (as installed)

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9.3.1 Overview and menu structure

Description
The operator panel can be used for:
● Assigning parameters (commissioning)
● Monitoring status variables
● Controlling the drive
● Diagnosing faults and alarms
All the functions can be accessed via a menu.
Your starting point is the main menu, which you can always call up using the yellow MENU
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9.3.2 Menu: Operation screen

Description
The operation screen displays the most important status variables for the drive unit:
In the factory setting, it displays the operating state of the drive, the direction of rotation, the
time, as well as four drive variables (parameters) in numerical format and two values in the
form of a bar display for continuous monitoring.
You can call up the operation screen in one of three ways:
1. Automatically after ramping-up is complete
2. From the main menu, by selecting the "Operation screen" menu command and F5 ("OK")
3. From the "Fault/alarm overview" screen, by selecting F4 ("Tools+"/"Back") and F5 ("OK")
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If a fault was registered during ramping-up, the system automatically branches from the
operation screen into which the jump was made following the ramping-up process into the
fault screen. This also happens if the system is on the operation screen and the first fault is
registered here.
You can use F2 in the LOCAL state to enter the setpoint via the numeric keypad, if the drive
is in the OPERATION state or the system setting "Save AOP setpoint" is set to YES.
The "Define operation screen" menu can be selected directly using F3 ("Change").
The individual parameters of the operation screen can be selected using F4 ("Sel. par"). F1
("Help+") can be used to display the corresponding parameter number of the short identifier
and call up a description of the parameter.

Setting options
By selecting Commissioning/Service –> AOP settings –> Define operation screen, you can
adjust the display type and the values displayed as required (see the section titled
"Operation/AOP30 settings").

9.3.3 Parameterization menu

You can adjust the unit settings in the Parameterization menu.

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Two display types can be selected in the AOP:

1. All parameters
All the parameters present in the unit are listed with this option. The DO to which the
parameter currently selected belongs (inverted) is displayed in curly brackets in the top
left of the screen. With this display type, the response time for turning a page is
dependent on the number of DOs and is generally longer than with parameter lists that
only display one DO.
2. DO selection
With this display type, you can pre-select a DO so that only the parameters for this DO
are listed. (The expert list in STARTER is only displayed in this DO view.)
In both cases, the set access level governs which parameters are displayed. You can set the
access level in the menu for safety inhibits, which can be called up using the key button.
The parameters for access levels 1 and 2 are sufficient for simple applications.
At access level 3 ("Expert"), you can change the structure of the function by interconnecting
BICO parameters.
The Parameterization menu offers four options:
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Shows the parameters of a DO to be selected in advance
● All DO
Shows the parameters of all DOs in list format (as described above)
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In the "AOP" column of the "Data set selection" screen, you can choose which of the data
sets selected is currently displayed on the operator panel. The data set numbers that are set
in the drive (i.e. are currently active) are displayed in the "Drive" column. The "Max" column
shows the maximum data set number to be entered for the AOP30 display.
In parameter lists, data set parameters are indicated by the letter c, d, or e between the
parameter number and parameter designator. The number at the right of the first row from
the top shows which data set a highlighted parameter comes from.
In the commissioning wizard, the drive is commissioned using the data set selected on this
screen.
The data set selection dialog appears whenever a data set parameter is changed in the
parameter list. The data set selected in the data set selection screen is a default setting.
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Parameter changes in the SINAMICS DC MASTER are only made temporarily in the RAM. If
a parameter assignment is intended to be permanent, it is possible to trigger a save process
at this point. Depending on the configuration, this can take from 45 s to several minutes.
Also refer to the "Operation" chapter, "Memory card functions" section.

9.3.4 Menu: Fault/alarm memory

When you select this menu, a screen appears containing an overview of faults and alarms
that are present.
For each drive object, the system indicates whether any faults or alarms are present ("Fault"
or "Alarm" appears next to the drive object in question).
In the graphic below, you can see that at least one active fault/alarm is present for the
"DC_CTRL" drive object. No faults or alarms are indicated for the other drive two objects.

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9.3.5 Menu: Commissioning/Service

9.3.5.1 Drive commissioning

Selecting this option enables you to re-commission the drive from the main menu, using the
AOP wizard.

Basic commissioning
A few key parameters (such as the maximum speed, ramp-up time, and ramp-down time)
are requested. The changes can then be permanently saved in the final confirmation screen.

Complete commissioning
Complete commissioning, with entry of the motor and encoder data, is carried out. Following
this, key motor parameters are recalculated on the basis of the motor data. The parameter
values calculated during the previous commissioning process are lost. The calculated values
are then overwritten during a subsequent optimization run.

Optimization run
The selection screen for the optimization runs appears.

9.3.5.2 Device commissioning

In this menu, you can enter the device commissioning status directly. This is the only way
that you can reset parameters to their factory settings, for example.

9.3.5.3 AOP settings

Control settings
This defines the settings for the control keys in LOCAL mode (see the section titled
"Operation/Operation via the operator panel") as well as additional settings that are relevant
for drive control.

Display settings
This menu is where you make the lighting, brightness, and contrast settings for the display.

Define operation screen

In this menu, you can switch between five operation screens. You can set the parameters
that are to be displayed.

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9.3.5.4 Lists of signals for the operation screen

The following tables list some of the main signals for the operation screen along with their
associated reference variables and default settings for quick commissioning.

DC_CTRL object

Table 9- 9 List of signals for the operation screen - DC_CTRL object

Signal Parameter Short name Unit Scaling (100%=...) see

table below
Factory setting (entry no.)
N setpoint following limitations (1) r50029 NSETP rpm p2000
Status display (2) r50000 STAT - -
Actual EMF value (3) r52287 EMF % -
Field current actual value (4) r52265 I_F % -
Speed actual value (5) r00021 N_ACT rpm p2000
Actual armature current value (6) r00027 I_ACT A p2002
Armature firing angle (7) r50018 ALF_A ° -
Field firing angle (8) r50034 ALF_F ° -
Motor temperature rise (9) r50014.0 TEMP % -
Thyristor temperature rise (10) r50014.1 TEMP1 % -
For diagnostic purposes
Speed setpoint smoothed r0020 NSETP rpm p2000
Actual speed value, motor encoder r0061 N_ACT rpm p2000
Actual speed value following smoothing r0063 N_ACT rpm p2000
For further diagnostic purposes
PROFIBUS setpoint r2050 PBSOL rpm p2000

Scalings for DC_CTRL object

Table 9- 10 Scalings for DC_CTRL object

Variable Scaling parameter Default for quick commissioning

Reference speed 100% = p2000 p2000
Reference voltage 100% = p2001 p2001 = 1,000 V
Reference current 100% = p2002 p2002 = Current limit (p0640)
Reference torque 100% = p2003 p2003 = 2 × rated motor torque
Reference power 100% = r2004 r2004 = (p2003 × p2000 × π) / 30
Reference temperature 100% = 100 °C -

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TM31 object

Table 9- 11 List of signals for the operation screen – TM31 object

Signal Parameter Short name Unit Scaling (100% = ...)

Analog input 0 [V, mA] r4052[0] AI_UI V, mA V: 100 V / mA: 100 mA
Analog input 1 [V, mA] r4052[1] AI_UI V, mA V: 100 V / mA: 100 mA
Analog input 0, scaled r4055[0] AI_% % V: 100 V / mA: 100 mA
Analog input 1, scaled r4055[1] AI_% % V: 100 V / mA: 100 mA

Setting the date/time

Settings: MENU – Commissioning/Service – AOP settings

For date stamping in the case of fault codes and alarms, and for AOP time display on the
operation screen
The AOP30 contains a battery-buffered real-time clock.
You set the date and time on this screen.
Synchronization
You can also set whether and/or how the AOP30 and drive unit are to be synchronized.
Synchronizing the AOP with the drive enables fault codes and alarms to be date- stamped
and time-stamped (in the default setting, time-stamping occurs in accordance with the CU
runtime).
● None (factory setting)
The AOP30 and drive unit times are not synchronized.
● AOP → Drive
– Activating this option synchronizes the AOP and drive unit immediately, whereby the
current AOP time is transferred to the drive unit.
– The current AOP30 time is transferred to the drive unit every time the AOP30 is
started.
– At 02:00 (AOP time) every day, the current AOP30 time is transferred to the drive unit.
● Drive → AOP
– If a time-of-day master is connected to the drive, then activating this option enables
the AOP and drive unit to be synchronized immediately, whereby the current drive unit
time is transferred to the AOP30.
– The current drive unit time is transferred to the AOP30 every time the AOP30 is
restarted.
– At 02:00 (AOP time) every day, the current drive unit time is transferred to the AOP30.

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Date format
The date format can be set in this menu:
● DD.MM.YYYY: European date format
● MM/DD/YYYY: North American date format

RS485 bus termination active

Settings are not effective: The RS485 bus termination is continuously active.

DO name display mode

A user-definable DO name can be activated/deactivated on this screen.
In the drive, there is the option of entering a user-defined, 25-character DO name for each
DO, using the configuration software.
The possible number of characters in a DC name display is limited by the screen in question:
1. DO name in screens displaying the current DO
Examples of screens in this category are operation screens, parameter lists, quick
commissioning wizard screens, etc.
The maximum text length is 7 characters. Example {2:DC_CTRL}
Texts of up to 7 characters in length are displayed in full. The first six characters of texts
that are 8 to 25 characters in length are displayed with "..." as the seventh character.
2. DO names in the overview of faults and alarms (alarm overview)
The maximum text length is 12 characters. Example 2:HOIST 12345
Texts of up to 12 characters in length are displayed in full.
The first 11 characters of texts that are 13 to 25 characters in length are displayed with
"..." as the 12th character.
Texts that have been shortened can be displayed in full for around 3 seconds by pressing
the "+/-" button, provided that the "User-definable DO name" function is activated.

Reset AOP settings

Selecting this menu command resets the AOP factory settings for the following:
● Language
● Display (brightness, contrast)
● Operating screen
● Control settings

NOTICE

When you reset parameters, all settings that are different from the factory settings are
immediately reset on the operator panel. This may cause the unit to switch to an
unwanted operating state. For this reason, you should always take great care when
resetting parameters.

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9.3.5.5 AOP30 diagnostics

Software/database version
This menu command shows the versions of the software and database.
The database version must be compatible with the drive software version (refer to parameter
r0018).

Database contents
Shows detailed information on the drive objects (DOs) present in the system

Battery status
This menu displays the battery voltage (in volts and as a bar chart). The battery ensures that
the data in the database and the current time are retained.
When the battery voltage is represented as a percentage, a battery voltage of ≤ 2 V is equal
to 0%, and a voltage of ≥ 3 V to 100%.
The data is secure up to a battery voltage of 2 V.
● If the battery voltage is ≤ 2.45 V, the message "Replace battery" is displayed in the status
bar.
● If the battery voltage is ≤ 2.30 V, the system displays the following message: "Alarm,
weak battery".
● If the battery voltage is ≤ 2 V, the system displays the following message: "Caution: The
battery is dead".
● If the time and/or database are unavailable due to lack of voltage after a prolonged
system downtime, the loss is established by means of a CRC check when the system is
switched on again. This triggers a message instructing the user to replace the battery and
then load the database and/or set the time.
For instructions on how to change the battery, see "Maintenance and servicing".

Keyboard test
On this screen, you can check that the keys are functioning properly. Keys that you press
are represented on a symbolic keyboard on the display. You can press keys in any order you
wish. You cannot exit the screen (F4 – "Back") until you have pressed each key at least
once.

Note
Alternatively, you can exit the keyboard test screen by pressing any key and holding it down.

LED test
On this screen, you can check that the 4 LEDs are functioning properly.

Database statistics
Data related to the database is displayed here (e.g. free memory for additional DOs)

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9.3.6 Sprachauswahl/Language selection

The operator panel downloads the texts for the different languages from the drive.
In the delivery condition without a memory card, you can toggle between German and
English. With memory card (from V1.2), French, Italian, Spanish and Russian are also
automatically available. The memory card must remain inserted for operation with these
languages. The software provided for the update also includes all of the language packages
that are available.
You can change the language of the operator panel via the "Sprachauswahl/Language
selection" menu.

Note
Languages in addition to those that are currently available for the operator panel are
available on request.

9.3.7 Operation via the operator panel (LOCAL mode)

You activate the control keys by switching to LOCAL mode. If the green LED in the
LOCAL/REMOTE key does not light up, the key is not active.

Note
If the "OFF in REMOTE" function is activated, the LED in the LOCAL/REMOTE key flashes.

All of the supplementary setpoints are deactivated for LOCAL master control.
After the master control has been transferred to the operator panel, none of the BICO
interconnections at bit 0 to bit 10 of the control word for the sequence control are active
(refer to function diagram 2501).

9.3.7.1 LOCAL/REMOTE key

Activation of LOCAL mode: Press the LOCAL key.
LOCAL mode: LED lights up
REMOTE mode: LED does not light up; the ON, OFF, JOG, direction reversal, faster, and
slower keys are not active.

Settings: Menu – Commissioning/Service – AOP settings – Control settings

Save LOCAL mode (factory setting: Yes)
● Yes: The "LOCAL" or "REMOTE" operating state is saved when the power supply is
switched off and restored when the power supply is switched back on.
● No: The "LOCAL" or "REMOTE" operating state is not saved. "REMOTE" is activated
when the power supply is switched on.

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OFF in REMOTE (factory setting: No)

● Yes: The OFF key functions in REMOTE mode even if the drive is being controlled by
external sources (PROFIBUS, customer terminal strip, NAMUR terminal strip).
WARNING: This function is not an EMERGENCY STOP function.
● No: The OFF key only functions in LOCAL mode.
LOCAL/REMOTE also during operation (factory setting: No)
● Yes: You can switch between LOCAL and REMOTE when the drive is switched on (motor
is running).
● No: Before switching to LOCAL or REMOTE, a check is carried out to determine whether
the drive is in the "Operation" state. If yes, the system does not switch to
LOCAL/REMOTE and outputs the error message "LOCAL/REMOTE mode during
operation not possible". Before the system switches to REMOTE, the drive is switched off
and the setpoint is set to 0.

9.3.7.2 ON key/OFF key

ON key: Active in LOCAL if no operator inhibit lock is activated
OFF key: Always active in LOCAL; active in REMOTE under certain conditions (if the system
setting "OFF in REMOTE" is set to "Yes")
OFF key acts as
● OFF1: Ramp-down on the down ramp (p50303)
At speed 0: Disconnection (only if line contactor is present)
● OFF2: Immediate pulse inhibit, motor coasts down
● OFF3: Ramp-down on the quick stop ramp (p50296)
Factory setting: OFF1

9.3.7.3 CCW/CW changeover

Settings: Menu – Commissioning/Service – AOP settings – Control settings

CCW/CW changeover (factory setting: No)
● Yes: CCW/CW changeover by means of the CCW/CW key functions in LOCAL mode
● No: The CCW/CW key is inactive.
For safety reasons, the CCW/CW key is disabled in the factory setting (normally pumps and
fans must only be operated in one direction).
The direction of rotation that is currently selected is indicated on the operation screen by
means of an arrow next to the operating state.

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9.3.7.4 Jogging

Settings: Menu – Commissioning/Service – AOP settings – Control settings

JOG key active (factory setting: No)
● Yes: In "LOCAL" mode, the JOG key is active in the state "Ready for Switching On" (not
in "Operation").
● No: The JOG key is not active.
See also function diagram 3125 in the SINAMICS DCM List Manual.
The speed for the JOG function is entered using parameter p50436.

9.3.7.5 Increase setpoint/Decrease setpoint

You can use the Increase and Decrease keys to enter the setpoint with a resolution of 1% of
the maximum speed.
Alternatively, the setpoint can also be entered via the numeric keypad. To do this, press F2
while on the operation screen. The system displays an inverted edit field for entering the
required speed. Enter the required value using the numeric keypad. Press F5 ("OK") to
confirm the setpoint.
Any speed between 0 and the maximum speed (p2000) can be entered using the numeric
keypad.
Setpoint entry in LOCAL mode is unipolar. You can change the direction of rotation by
pressing the key that allows you to switch between CCW/CW rotation.
● CW rotation and "Increase" key mean:
The setpoint displayed is positive and the speed is increased.
● CCW rotation and "Increase" key mean:
The setpoint displayed is negative and the speed is increased.

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9.3.7.6 AOP setpoint

Settings: Menu – Commissioning/Service – AOP settings – Control settings

Save AOP setpoint (factory setting: No)
● Yes: In LOCAL mode, the last setpoint (once you have released the Increase or
Decrease key or confirmed a numeric entry) is saved.
The next time you switch the system on in LOCAL mode, the saved value is selected.
This occurs even if you switched to REMOTE in the meantime or the power supply was
switched off.
When the system is switched from REMOTE to LOCAL mode while the drive is switched
on (motor is running), the actual value that was last present is set as the output value for
the AOP setpoint and saved.
If the system is switched from REMOTE to LOCAL mode while the drive is switched off,
the AOP setpoint that was last saved is used.
● No: When the system is switched on in LOCAL mode, the speed is always set to the
value entered under "AOP starting setpoint". When the system is switched from REMOTE
to LOCAL mode while the drive is switched on (motor is running), the actual value that
was last present is set as the output value for the AOP setpoint.
AOP setpoint ramp-up time (factory setting: 20 s)
Defines the speed at which the setpoint specified by the AOP is increased when the "+" key
is pressed
AOP setpoint ramp-down time (factory setting: 30 s)
Defines the speed at which the setpoint specified by the AOP is decreased when the "-" key
is pressed
AOP starting setpoint (factory setting: 0.000 rpm)
The AOP starting setpoint is the speed setpoint which is active when the drive is switched on
(with the "ON" key on the AOP30); the "Save setpoint" system setting must be set to "No" for
this purpose (see also the description of the "Save AOP setpoint" system setting).

Note
The internal drive ramp-function generator is always active.

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9.3.7.7 Inhibiting AOP LOCAL mode

Settings: Menu – Commissioning/Service – AOP settings – Control settings

Inhibit AOP LOCAL mode (factory setting: No)
● Yes: Deactivates the "Control via operator panel" function, thereby disabling the
LOCAL/REMOTE key.
● No: Activates the LOCAL/REMOTE key.

Note
LOCAL functionality can also be inhibited on the drive by means of the p0806 parameter
(BI: Inhibit master control).

9.3.7.8 Acknowledging errors via the AOP

Settings: Menu – Commissioning/Service – AOP settings – Control settings

Acknowledge error from the AOP (factory setting: Yes)
● Yes: Errors can be acknowledged via the AOP.
● No: Errors cannot be acknowledged via the AOP.

9.3.7.9 Timeout monitoring

In "LOCAL" mode or if "OFF in REMOTE" is active, the drive is shut down after 1 s. if the
data cable between the AOP and drive is disconnected.

9.3.7.10 Operator inhibit lock/Parameters disable

Operator inhibit lock/Parameters disable

To prevent the control keys from being operated and parameters from being changed
unintentionally, you can activate an operator inhibit lock/parameters disable using a key-
operated pushbutton. Two key icons appear at the top right of the display when these safety
inhibits are enabled.

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Table 9- 12 Operator inhibit lock/parameters disable

Inhibit type Online mode Offline mode

No safety inhibit

Operator lock

Parameter disable

Operator inhibit lock + parameters disable

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The "Operator inhibit lock" setting can be changed directly via <F5> ("Change") once you
have selected the selection box.
When "Parameters disable" is activated, you may enter a numeric password (twice). You
must also enter this password when deactivating "Parameters disable".
Operator inhibit lock (factory setting: Not active)
● Active: The parameters can still be viewed, but a parameter value cannot be saved
(message: "Note: Operator inhibit lock active"). The OFF key (red) is enabled. The
LOCAL/REMOTE, ON (green), JOG, CW/CCW, INCREASE, and DECREASE keys are
disabled.
Parameters disable (factory setting: Not active)
● Active: Parameters cannot be changed unless a password is entered. Parameters are
assigned in the same way as in the operator inhibit lock state. If you try to change
parameter values, the message "Note: Parameters disable active" is displayed. All the
control keys, however, remain enabled.
Access level (factory setting: Expert):
The different parameters required for this complex application are filtered so that they can be
displayed as clearly as possible. You select them according to the access level.
An expert level, which must only be used by expert personnel, is required for certain actions.

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9.3.8 Faults and alarms

Displaying faults and alarms

If a fault occurs, the drive displays the fault(s) and/or alarm(s) on the operator panel. Faults
are indicated by means of the red "FAULT" LED lighting up.
The "Fault/alarm overview" also appears automatically in the following two cases:
1. When a fault is registered while the system is ramping up
2. If the first fault is registered on the operation screen
You can use the F1 (Help) function on the screen to call up information about the cause of
the fault and how to remedy it. You can use F5 (Ack.) to acknowledge a stored fault.
Any alarms that are pending are indicated by means of the yellow "ALARM" LED lighting up.
Additionally, a note relating to the cause of the alarm is displayed in the status bar of the
operator panel.

What is a fault?
A fault is a message from the drive indicating an error or other exceptional (unwanted)
status. This could be caused by a fault within the converter or an external fault triggered, for
example, by the winding temperature monitoring function for the motor. The faults are
displayed and can be reported to a higher-level control system via PROFIBUS.

What is an alarm?
An alarm is the response to a fault condition identified by the drive. It does not result in the
drive being switched off and does not have to be acknowledged. Alarms are "self-
acknowledging"; that is, they are reset automatically when the cause of the alarm has been
eliminated.

Displaying faults and alarms

Every fault and alarm is entered in the fault/alarm buffer along with the time at which it
occurred. This time stamp can take 2 forms:
● Number of days, hours, minutes, and seconds since the AOP was first switched on
(format DDDD: HH:MM:SS) (no "AOP→ Drive" time synchronization)
● System time (format YY:MM:DD HH:MM:SS = Year:Month:Day Hour:Minute:Second), in
cases where a time-of-day master is present in the system (if "AOP → Drive" time
synchronization is active, for example)
You can call up an overview screen that displays the current status of faults and/or alarms
for every drive object in the system by choosing MENU – Fault/alarm memory.
A shortcut menu offering the "Back" and "Ack." options appears when you press F4
("Tools+"). (You can use F4 to exit the shortcut menu.) The function required can be
selected using F2 and F3 and executed by pressing F5 ("OK").
The "Ack." function sends an acknowledgement signal to each drive object.
The red FAULT LED goes out once all the faults have been acknowledged.

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Alarms that are no longer active are removed from the alarm memory with F5 (Clear).

9.3.9 Saving the parameters permanently

Description
If parameters are changed using the operator panel (confirm with OK in the Parameter
editor), the new values are initially stored in the volatile memory (RAM) of the converter. An
"S" flashes in the top right of the AOP display until they are saved permanently. This
indicates that at least 1 parameter has been changed and not yet stored permanently.
2 methods are available for permanently saving parameters that have been changed:
● To store the parameters permanently, choose <MENU> <Parameterization> <OK>
<Permanent parameter transfer>.
● When confirming a parameter setting with the OK key, press it for > 1 s. The system
displays a message asking you whether the setting is to be saved in the EEPROM.
If you press "Yes", the system saves the setting in the EEPROM. If you press "No", the
setting is not saved permanently and the "S" starts flashing to indicate this fact.
In both cases, all changes that have not yet been saved permanently are stored in the
EEPROM. Depending on the configuration, this can take from 45 s to several minutes. Also
refer to the "Memory card functions" chapter.

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NOTICE

During a data save operation initiated by the user, the electronics power supply for the
SINAMICS DC MASTER must not be interrupted.
An active saving process is indicated by the following actions:
• The RDY LED flashes (see the "Description of functions" chapter, "Description of the
LEDs on the CUD" section)
• The BOP20 flashes
Interrupting the power supply while saving can lead to the loss of the current device
parameter assignments. Also refer to the "Operation" chapter, "Memory card functions"
section.

9.3.10 Parameterization errors

If an error is made when reading or writing parameters, a popup window explaining the
cause of the problem in plain text appears.

Example: Parameter write error

Value limit exceeded

9.3.11 Assigning parameters to make AOP30 time-of-day master

The AOP30 contains an integrated real-time clock. The SINAMICS DCM system time can be
synchronized with this real-time clock. This function can be activated with the following
steps:
● On the AOP30 in the "Menu/Commissioning/Service/AOP settings/Date and Time" menu
command activate to "AOP sets clock in SINAMICS".
● The current clock time in the AOP30 is then written into the drive.
In the display for faults and alarms, the time stamp is now displayed in the format YY-MM-
DD hh:mm in real-time. The time stamp mode and the current clock time can be read from
the parameters p3100, p3102 and p3103. For details, please see the SINAMICS DCM List
Manual.
The current clock time is resynchronized at each power-up. (The AOP30 must be switched
on together with the drive). During uninterrupted duty, a synchronization takes place every
day at 02:00.

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10.1.1 Overview of inputs/outputs

Table 10- 1 Overview of inputs and outputs

Component Digital Analog

CUD • 4 inputs • 7 inputs
(2 inputs freely available, 2 inputs with • 2 outputs
On/OFF1 and controller enable pre-
• 1 temperature sensor input
assigned)
• 4 bidirectional inputs/outputs
• 4 outputs
• 1 incremental encoder input
Power interface • 1 E-Stop input • 1 analog tachometer input
• 1 line contactor relay output • 2 temperature sensor inputs
• 1 fan control relay output • 2 current transformer inputs
• 1 fan monitoring input
• 1 external fault input
TM15 • 24 bidirectional inputs/outputs -

TM31 • 8 inputs • 2 inputs

• 4 bidirectional inputs/outputs • 2 outputs
• 2 relay outputs • 1 temperature sensor input
Technical data for inputs and outputs:
• For the CUD and power interface, refer to the section titled "Connecting".
• For the TM15 and TM31, refer to the section titled "Additional system components".

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10.1.2 Digital inputs/outputs

Function diagrams in the SINAMICS DCM List Manual

2050 Digital inputs DI 0 ... DI 3

2055 Digital outputs DO 0 ... DO 3
2060 Digital inputs/outputs, bi-directional DI/DO 4 and DI/DO 5
2065 Digital inputs/outputs, bi-directional DI/DO 6 and DI/DO 7
2070 E-Stop (XS1)
8047 Unit fan (XV1, XV2, XV3)

10.1.3 Analog inputs

Properties

Table 10- 2 Properties of the analog inputs

Inputs Properties
AI 0, AI 1 • Differential inputs
• Voltage inputs -10 to +10 V or
Current inputs -20 to +20 mA or 4 to 20 mA
• Hardware input filter: T = 1 ms
• Integrating measuring procedure. Averaging time = 1 ms. The average value determined during
this time is provided in BICO format.
AI 2 • Differential input
• Voltage input -10 to +10 V
• Hardware input filter: T = 1 ms
• Integrating measuring procedure. Averaging time = 1 ms. The average value determined during
this time is provided in BICO format.
An external armature current actual value can also be connected to this input (see FP6902).
The 3 inputs AI 0, AI 1 and AI 2 of a CUD on the left and the 3 inputs AI 0, AI 1 and AI 2 of a CUD on the right can be
operated so that they are averaged during the same measuring interval. The 6 mean values are provided on 6 BICOs (see
FP2083).
AI 3, AI 4, AI 5, • Differential inputs
AI 6
• Voltage inputs -10 to +10 V
• Hardware input filter: T = 100 µs
• Sampling measuring procedure. Sampling time = 250 µs. The mean value taken from 4 sampling
values is provided in BICO format.
An external actual armature current value can also be connected to these inputs (see FP6850).

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Inputs Properties
Power interface • Input referred to ground
tachometer input
• High-voltage input -270 to +270 V
XT1.103/104
• Hardware input filter: T = 1 ms
• Integrating measuring procedure. Averaging time = 1 ms. The average value determined during
this time is provided in BICO format.
This input is designed for connecting an analog tachometer, but can also be used in other ways.
Power interface • Input referred to ground
XT5, XT6
• Connection, NTC 6.8 kΩ, NTC 10 kΩ
Power interface • Input referred to ground
X7, X8
• Current transformer connection
• Internal 10 Ω load resistors

Function diagrams

2075 Analog inputs, AI 0 and XT1.103/104

2080 Analog inputs, AI 1 and AI 2
2085 Analog inputs, AI 3 and AI 4
2090 Analog inputs, AI 5 and AI 6
8048 Internal unit monitoring functions (XT5,XT6)

10.1.4 Analog outputs

See function diagram 2095 in the SINAMICS DCM List Manual.

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10.2 PROFIBUS

10.2.1 PROFIBUS connection

Position of PROFIBUS connection and diagnostics LEDs

The PROFIBUS connection and diagnostics LEDs are located on the Control Unit (CUD).
The PROFIBUS connection is established using a 9-pin Sub-D socket (X126). The
connections are electrically isolated.

PROFIBUS connection

Table 10- 3 PROFIBUS connector assignment

Connector Pin Signal name Technical data

X126
1 - Not assigned
2 - Not assigned
3 RxD/TxD-P RS485 receive/transmit data P (B)
4 CNTR-P Control signal (TTL)
5 DGND PROFIBUS data ground
6 VP Positive supply voltage (5 V +/-10%)
7 - Not assigned
8 RxD/TxD-N RS485 receive/transmit data N (A)
9 - Not assigned

Module C98043-A7100-L1/L2, Standard/Advanced CUD

Bus connector
The cables must be connected using PROFIBUS bus connectors as these contain the
necessary bus terminating resistors.
Matching PROFIBUS bus connector, Order No. 6GK1500-0FC10:

Figure 10-1 PROFIBUS bus connector

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Bus terminating resistor

The bus terminating resistor must be switched on or off depending on its position in the bus,
otherwise the data will not be transmitted properly.
Principle: The terminating resistors must only be switched on at both ends of the bus line;
the resistors must be switched off at all other connectors.
The cable shield must be connected at both ends and over a large surface area.

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10.2.2 Setting the PROFIBUS address

The PROFIBUS address must be set at parameter p0918.
The factory setting is
● for the lefthand CUD: 126
● for the righthand CUD: 125
The PROFIBUS address can be changed
● using the BOP20 (only possible on the lefthand CUD)
● using the AOP30 (if available)
● via PROFIBUS
The PROFIBUS address must be saved in a non-volatile fashion using the "Copy from RAM
to ROM" function. Each change made to the PROFIBUS address is only effective after
POWER ON.

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10.2.3 Control via PROFIBUS

"DP1 (PROFIBUS)" diagnostics LED

The PROFIBUS diagnostics LED is located on the Control Unit (CUD). It can be seen when
you remove the front cover of the SINAMICS DC MASTER. The table below outlines the
different meanings its states have.

Table 10- 4 Description of the LED

Color State Description

----- Off Cyclic communication has not (yet) taken place.
Green Continuous PROFIBUS is ready for communication and cyclic communication is taking place.
Green 0.5 Hz flashing Cyclic communication is not yet running fully.
light Possible reason: The master is not transmitting setpoints.
Red Continuous Cyclic communication has been interrupted.

10.2.4 Monitoring: Telegram failure

After a telegram failure and after a monitoring time has elapsed (p2047), bit r2043.0 is set to
"1" and alarm A01920 is output. Binector output r2043.0 can be used for a quick stop,
for example.
Once a delay time (p2044) has elapsed, fault F01910 is output and fault reaction OFF3
(quick stop) is triggered. If no OFF response is to be triggered, the fault response can be
reparameterized accordingly.
Fault F01910 can be acknowledged immediately. The drive can then be operated even
without PROFIBUS.

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10.2.5 Telegrams and process data

General information
Selecting a telegram via CU parameter p0922 determines which process data is transferred
between the master and slave.
From the perspective of the slave (SINAMICS DC MASTER), the received process data
comprises the receive words, and the process data to be sent comprises the send words.
The receive and send words comprise the following elements:

• Receive words: Control words and setpoints

• Send words: Status words and actual values

User-defined telegram selection

a. Standard telegrams
Standard telegrams are structured in accordance with the PROFIdrive profile or internal
company specifications. The internal process data links are established automatically in
accordance with the telegram number setting in CU parameter p0922.
The following standard telegrams can be set via parameter p0922:

• p0922 = 1 → Speed setpoint, 16-bit

• p0922 = 20 → Speed setpoint, 16-bit VIK-NAMUR
• p0922 = 352 → Speed setpoint, 16 PCS7

b. Free telegrams (p0922 = 999)

Send and receive telegrams can be configured as required by using BICO technology to
interconnect the send and receive words. The default process data assigned under a) is
retained during the changeover to p0922 = 999, although it can be changed or
supplemented at any time.
To maintain compliance with the PROFIdrive profile, however, the following assignments
should be retained:
● Interconnect PZD receive word 1 as control word 1 (STW 1)
● Interconnect PZD send word 1 as status word 1 (STW 1)
Please refer to function diagrams FP2460 and FP2470 for details on interconnection options.

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Information on telegram interconnections

After changing p0922 = 999 (factory setting) to p0922 ≠ 999, the telegram interconnection is
made and blocked automatically.

Note
Telegrams 20 and 352 are the exceptions. Here, PZD06 in the send telegram and PZD03 to
PZD06 in the receive telegram can be interconnected as required.

When you change p0922 ≠ 999 to p0922 = 999, the previous telegram interconnection is
retained and can be changed.

Note
If p0922 = 999, a telegram can be selected in p2079. A telegram interconnection is
automatically made and blocked. However, the telegram can also be extended.
This is an easy method of creating extended telegram interconnections on the basis of
existing telegrams.

Table 10- 5 Structure of the telegrams

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10.2.6 Description of control words and setpoints

Overview

Table 10- 6 Overview of control words and setpoints

Abbreviation Description Parameter Function diagram

STW1 Control word 1 See table: "Control word 1" FP2442
NSET_A Speed setpoint A (16-bit) p1070 FP3113
PCS7_x PCS7-specific setpoints

Control word 1 (STW1)

Table 10- 7 Control word 1 (STW1)

Bit Meaning Explanation Operating BICO

condition
0 0 = OFF1 (OFF1) 0: Deceleration on the down ramp, then pulse 1 BI: p0840
inhibit, line contactor (if present) is opened
0 → 1 = ON Pulse enable possible
1 0 = Coast down (OFF2) 0: Pulse inhibit, line contactor (if present) is 1 BI: p0844
opened BI: p0845
1 = Do not coast down Enable possible
Note: Control signal OFF2 is generated by ANDing BI: p0844 and BI: p0845.
2 0 = Quick stop (OFF3) 0: Deceleration on the quick stop ramp, then 1 BI: p0848
pulse inhibit, line contactor (if present) is opened.
1 = No quick stop Enable possible
Note: Control signal OFF3 is generated by ANDing BI: p0848 and BI: p0849.
3 0 = Inhibit operation 0: Pulse inhibit. The motor coasts down. The 1 BI: p0852
"Ready for Operation" state remains set.
1 = Enable operation 1: Pulse enable, ramp-up with active setpoint
4 0 = Inhibit ramp-function 0: The ramp-function generator output is set to 1 BI: p1140
generator setpoint "0".
1 = Enable ramp-function
generator
5 0 = Stop ramp-function 0: The current setpoint is frozen at the ramp- 1 BI: p1141
generator function generator output.
1 = Start ramp-function
generator
6 1 = Enable speed setpoint 1: The speed setpoint at the input of the ramp- 1 BI: p1142
function generator is enabled.
0 = Inhibit speed setpoint 0: The speed setpoint at the input of the ramp-
function generator is set to zero. The drive
brakes in accordance with the set ramp-down
time.

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Bit Meaning Explanation Operating BICO

condition
7 0 → 1 = Acknowledge fault A positive edge change acknowledges all the - BI: p2103
current faults.
Note: Acknowledgement is realized with a 0/1 edge via BI: p2103 or BI: p2104 or BI: p2105.
8 Reserved - -
9 Reserved - -
10 1 = Control via PLC 1: Profibus control words and setpoints are 1 BI: p0854
analyzed.
0: Profibus control words and setpoints are not
analyzed.
Note: This bit should not be set to "1" until the PROFIBUS slave has returned an appropriate status via ZSW1.9
= "1".
11 Reserved - -
12 Reserved - -
13 1 = Motorized Only when p0922 = 1 or 352, otherwise reserved - BI: p1035
potentiometer, higher
14 1 = Motorized Only when p0922 = 1 or 352, otherwise reserved - BI: p1036
potentiometer,
lower
Note:
If "Motorized potentiometer, higher" and "Motorized potentiometer, lower" both 0 or 1 at the same time, the
current setpoint is frozen.
15 1 = CDS bit 0 1: Command data set changeover (CDS) bit 0 is - BI: p0810
(only with telegrams p0922 active.
= 20!) 0: Command data set changeover (CDS) bit 0 is
inactive.
Reserved When p0922 = 1 or 352 - -

Speed setpoint A, 16-bit (NSET_A)

● Speed setpoint with 16-bit resolution incl. sign bit
● Bit 15 determines the setpoint sign:
– Bit = 0 → Positive setpoint
– Bit = 1 → Negative setpoint
● The speed setpoint is scaled via parameter p2000.
N_set_A = 4000 hex or 16384 dec = speed in p2000

PCS7-specific setpoints (PCS7 x)

Depending on the configuration, KP adaptation values for the speed controller and
acceleration values or other setpoints, for example, are transferred here.

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10.2.7 Description of status words and actual values

Overview

Table 10- 8 Overview of status words and actual values

Abbreviation Description Parameter Function diagram

ZSW1 Status word 1 See table "Status word 1" FP2452
NACT_A Speed setpoint A (16-bit) r0063 FP6810
NACT_SMOOTH Actual speed value, smoothed r0021 FP6810
IAACT_SMOOTH Actual current value, smoothed r0068 FP6850
MACT_SMOOTH Actual torque value, smoothed r0080 -
PACT_SMOOTH Actual power value, smoothed r0032 -
ALARM_CODE Alarm code r2132 FP8065
ERROR_CODE Fault code r2131 FP8060

Status word 1 (ZSW1)

Table 10- 9 Status word 1 (ZSW1)

Bit Meaning Explanation Parameter

0 Ready for Switching On 1 Ready for Switching On BO: r0899.0
Power supply on, electronics initialized, line contactor
released if necessary, pulses inhibited
0 Not Ready for Switching On
1 Ready for Operation 1 Ready for Operation BO: r0899.1
Line voltage applied, i.e. line contactor closed (if
present), field being built up
0 Not Ready for Operation
Reason: No ON command has been issued.
2 Operation Enabled 1 Operation Enabled BO: r0899.2
Enable electronics and pulses, then ramp up to active
setpoint
0 Operation Disabled
3 Fault active 1 Fault active BO: r2139.3
The drive is faulty and, therefore, out of service. The
drive switches to "switching on inhibited" once the fault
has been acknowledged and the cause has been
remedied. The active faults are stored in the fault buffer.
0 No fault active
There are no faults in the fault buffer.
4 Coasting down not active 1 Coasting down (OFF2) not active BO: r0899.4
(OFF2 inactive) 0 Coasting down active (OFF2)
An OFF2 command is active.
5 Quick stop not active 1 Quick stop (OFF3) not active BO: r0899.5

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Bit Meaning Explanation Parameter

(OFF3 inactive) 0 Quick stop active (OFF3)
An OFF3 command is active.
6 Switching on inhibited active 1 Switching on inhibited BO: r0899.6
Switching back on is only possible by means of OFF1
and then ON.
0 No switching on inhibited
Switching on is possible.
7 Alarm active 1 Alarm active BO: r2139.7
The drive is operational again. No acknowledgement
necessary.
The active alarms are stored in the alarm buffer.
0 No alarm active
No alarms in the alarm buffer.
8 Speed setpoint/actual value 1 Setpoint/actual value monitoring in tolerance band BO: r2197.7
deviation in tolerance Actual value within tolerance band; dynamic overshoot
or undershoot permitted for t < tmax, tmax can be
parameterized. See FP8020 and FP2534
0 Setpoint/actual value monitoring not within tolerance
band
9 Control request 1 The automation system is requested to assume control. BO: r0899.9
"1" is always present 0 Control is only possible at the unit itself
10 n setpoint reached or exceeded 1 n setpoint reached or exceeded BO: r2199.1
0 n setpoint not reached
Note:
The message is parameterized as follows: p50373 (threshold value), p50374 (hysteresis)
See FP8020 and FP2537
11 I or M limit not reached (when 1 I or M limit not reached BO: r1407.7
p0922 = 1 or 352) 0 I or M limit reached or exceeded (inverted)
I or M limit not reached (when 1 I or M limit not reached BO: 0056.13
p0922 = 20) 0 I or M limit reached or exceeded (inverted)

12 Holding brake released 1 Holding brake is released BO: r0899.12

(when p0922 = 1 or 352) 0 Holding brake is closed
Reserved (when p0922 = 20)
13 Reserved
14 Motor rotates forward 1 Motor rotates forward (n_act ≥ 0) BO: r2197.3
(n_act ≥ 0) 0 Motor does not rotate forward (n_act < 0)
15 Reserved
(when p0922 = 1 or 352)
CDS display 1 CDS selection bit 0 selected BO: r0836.0
(when p0922 = 20) 0 CDS selection bit 0 not selected

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Actual speed value A 16-bit (NACT_A, NACT_SMOOTH)

● Actual speed value with 16-bit resolution incl. sign bit
● Bit 15 determines the actual value sign:
– Bit = 0 → positive actual value
– Bit = 1 → negative actual value
● The actual speed value is scaled using parameter p2000.
N_act_A = 4000 hex or 16384 dec = speed in p2000

Actual current value (IAACT, IAACT_SMOOTH)

● Actual current value with 16-bit resolution
● The actual current value is scaled using parameter p2002.
Ia_act = 4000 hex or 16384 dec = current in p2002

Actual torque value (MACT, MACT_SMOOTH)

● Actual torque value with 16-bit resolution incl. sign bit
● Bit 15 determines the actual value sign:
– Bit = 0 → positive actual value
– Bit = 1 → negative actual value
● The actual torque value is scaled using parameter p2003.
M_act = 4000 hex or 16384 dec = torque in p2003

Actual power value (PACT, PACT_SMOOTH)

● Actual power value with 16-bit resolution incl. sign bit
● Bit 15 determines the actual value sign:
– Bit = 0 → positive actual value
– Bit = 1 → negative actual value
● The actual power value is scaled using parameter p2004.
P_act = 4000 hex or 16384 dec = power in p2004

Alarm code (ALARM_CODE)

The number of the current alarm and the last alarm to occur are output here. Decimal
notation is used (i.e. value 7910 dec = A07910 (motor overtemperature)).

Fault code (FAULT_CODE)

The number of the oldest fault still active is output here. Decimal notation is used (i.e. value
7860 dec = fault F07860 (external fault 1)).

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10.2.8 Slave-to-slave communication

10.2.8.1 General information

For PROFIBUS DP, the master addresses all of the slaves one after the other in a DP cycle.
In this case, the master transfers its output data (setpoints) to the particular slave and
receives as response the input data (actual values). Fast, distributed data transfer between
drives (slaves) is possible using the "slave-to-slave communication" function without direct
involvement from the master.
The following terms are used for the functions described here:
● Slave-to-slave communication
● Data Exchange Broadcast (DXB.req)
● Slave-to-slave communication (is used in the following)

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Publisher
With the "slave-to-slave communication" function, at least one slave must act as the
publisher.
The publisher is addressed by the master when the output data are transferred with a
modified layer -2 function code (DXB.req). The publisher then sends its input data to the
master with a broadcast telegram to all bus nodes.

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Subscriber
The subscribers evaluate the broadcast telegrams, sent from the publishers, and use the
data which has been received as setpoints. The setpoints are used, in addition to the
setpoints received from the master, corresponding to the configured telegram structure
(p0922).

Links and taps

The links configured in the subscriber (connections to publisher) contain the following
information:
● From which publisher is input data received?
● Which input data are there?
● Where do the additional setpoints come in?
Several taps are possible within a link. Several input data or input data areas, which are not
associated with one another, can be used as setpoint via a tap.

Prerequisites and supplementary conditions

The following supplementary conditions should be observed for the "slave-to-slave
communication" function:
● Number of process data, max. per drive
● Number of links to publishers
● Number of taps per link

Applications
For example, the following applications can be implemented using the "slave-to-slave
communication" function:
● Axis couplings
● Specifying binector connections from another slave

10.2.8.2 Setpoint assignment in the subscriber

Setpoints
Information about setpoints:
● Number of setpoint
When bus communication is being established, the master signals the slave the number
of setpoints (process data) to be transferred using the configuring telegram (ChkCfg).
● Contents of the setpoints
The structure and contents of the data are determined using the local process data
configuration for the "SINAMICS slave".

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● Operation as "standard" slave

The drive unit (slave) only receives its setpoints as output data from the master.
● Operation as subscriber
When a slave is operated as a subscriber, some of the setpoints are defined by one or
more publishers rather than by the master.
The slave is informed of the assignment via the parameterization and configuration
telegram when bus communication is being established.

10.2.8.3 Activating/parameterizing slave-to-slave communications

The "slave-to-slave communication" function must be activated both in the publishers as well
as in the subscribers, whereby only the subscriber is to be configured. The publisher is
automatically activated during bus startup.

Activation in the Publisher

The master is informed abut which slaves are to be addressed as publishers with a different
layer 2 function code (DXB request) via the configuration of the subscriber links.
The publisher then sends its input data not only to the master but also as a broadcast
telegram to all bus nodes.
These settings are made automatically via the bus configuration tool (e.g. HW Config).

Activation in the Subscriber

The slave, which is to be used as Subscriber, requires a filter table. The slave must know
which setpoints are received from the master and which are received from a publisher.
The filter table is created automatically via the bus configuration tool (e.g. HW Config).
The following diagram shows the information contained in the filter table.

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Parameterizing telegram (SetPrm)

The filter table is transferred, as dedicated block from the master to the slave with the
parameterizing telegram when a bus communication is established.

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Configuration telegram (ChkCfg)

Using the configuration telegram, a slave knows how many setpoints are to be received from
the master and how many actual values are to be sent to the master.
For slave-to-slave communication, a special space ID is required for each tap. The
PROFIBUS configuration tool (e.g. HW Config) generates this ID. The ID is then transferred
with the ChkCfg into the drive devices that operate as subscribers.

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10.2.8.4 Commissioning of the PROFIBUS slave-to-slave communication

The commissioning of slave-to-slave communication between two SINAMICS drives using
the additional Drive ES Basic package is described below.

Settings in HW Config
The project below is used to describe the settings in HW Config.

Figure 10-6 Example project of a PROFIBUS network in HW Config

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Procedure
1. Select a slave (e.g. SINAMICS DCM) and use its properties to configure the telegram for
the connected drive object.
2. In the "Configuration" tab of the drive unit, select e.g. the standard telegram 1 for the
associated drive in the telegram selection.

Figure 10-7 Telegram selection for drive object

3. Then go to the detail view.

Slots 4/5 contain the actual value/setpoint for the drive object.
The slots 7/8 are the telegram portions for the actual value/setpoint of the CU.

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Figure 10-8 Detail view of slave configuration

4. The "Insert slot" button can be used to create a new setpoint slot for the SINAMICS DCM
drive object.

Figure 10-9 Insert new slot

5. Assign the setpoint slot the type "slave-to-slave communication".

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6. Select the Publisher DP address in the "PROFIBUS address" column.

All PROFIBUS DP slaves are listed here from which actual value data can be requested.
It also provides the possibility of sharing data via slave-to-slave communication within the
same drive group.
7. The "I/O address" column displays the start address for every DO.
Select the start address of the data of the DO to be read. This is 200 in the example.
If the complete data of the Publisher are not read, set this via the "Length" column. You
may also offset the start address for the request so that data can be read out in the
middle of the DO telegram.

Figure 10-10 Configuring the slave-to-slave communication nodes

8. The "Slave-to-salve communication - Overview" tab shows you the configured slave-to-
slave communication relationships which correspond to the current status of the
configuration in HW Config.

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Figure 10-11 Slave-to-slave communication - overview

9. When the slave-to-slave communication link has been created, the standard telegram for
the drive object is replaced with the "User-defined" telegram in the configuration
overview.

Figure 10-12 Telegram assignment for slave-to-slave communication

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10.The details after the creation of the slave-to-slave communication link for the drive object
of the SINAMICS DCM are as follows:

Figure 10-13 Details after the creation of the slave-to-slave communication link

11.You are required to adjust the standard telegrams accordingly for every DO (drive object)
of the selected CU that shall actively participate in slave-to-slave communication.

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Commissioning in STARTER
Slave-to-slave communication is configured in HWConfig and is simply an extension of an
existing telegram. Telegrams can be extended in STARTER (e.g. p0922 = 999).

Figure 10-14 Configuring the slave-to-slave communication links in STARTER

In order to terminate the configuration of slave-to-slave communication for the DOs, the
telegram data of the DOs in STARTER must be matched to those in the HW Config and
must be extended. The configuration is made centrally via the configuration of the respective
CU.

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Procedure
1. In the overview for the PROFIBUS telegram, you can access the telegram components of
the drive objects, here DC_CTRL. Select the telegram type "Free telegram configuration"
for the configuration.
2. Enter the telegram lengths for the input data and output data according to the settings in
HW Config. For slave-to-slave communication links, the input data consists of the
telegram component of the master and the slave-to-slave communication data.
3. Then set the telegram component in the telegram selection to the standard telegram for
drive objects (in the example: Standard telegram 1), which results in a split display of the
telegram types (standard telegram + telegram extension). The telegram extension
represents the telegram portion of slave-to-slave communication.

Figure 10-15 Display of the telegram extension

By selecting the item "Communication → PROFIBUS" for the drive object "DC_CTRL" in the
Project navigator you obtain the structure of the PROFIBUS telegram in the receive and
send directions.
The telegram extension from PZD3 onwards is the component for slave-to-slave
communication.

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Figure 10-16 Configuring the PROFIBUS slave-to-slave communication in STARTER

For the connection of the

drive objects to the process data that are received via slave-to-slave communication, you
must still interconnect the associated connectors to the corresponding signal sinks. A list for
the connector shows all signals that are available for interconnection.

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Figure 10-17 Linking the PZDs for slave-to-slave communication with external signals

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10.2.8.5 Diagnosing the PROFIBUS slave-to-slave communication in STARTER

Since the PROFIBUS slave-to-slave communication is implemented on the basis of a
broadcast telegram, only the subscriber can detect connection or data faults, e.g. via the
Publisher data length (see "Configuration telegram").
The Publisher can only detect and report an interruption of the cyclic connection to the DP
master (A01920, F01910). The broadcast telegram to the subscriber will not provide any
feedback. A fault of a subscriber must be fed back via slave-to-slave communication. In case
of a "master drive" 1:n, however, the limited quantity framework (see "Links and requests")
should be observed. It is not possible to have n subscribers report their status via slave-to-
slave communication directly to the "master drive" (Publisher)!
For diagnostic purposes, there are the diagnostic parameters r2075 ("PROFIBUS
diagnostics, receive telegram offset PZD") and r2076 ("PROFIBUS diagnostics, send
telegram offset PZD"). The parameter r2074 ("PROFIBUS diagnostics, receive bus address
PZD") displays the DP address of the setpoint source of the respective PZD.
r2074 and r2075 enable the source of a slave-to-slave communication relationship to be
verified in the Subscriber.

Note
The Subscribers do not monitor the existence of an isochronous Publisher sign of life.

Faults and alarms with PROFIBUS slave-to-slave communication

Alarm A01945 signals that the connection to a least one publisher of the drive device is
missing or has failed. Any interruption to the publisher is also reported by the fault F01946 at
the drive object involved. A failure of the publisher will therefore only affect the drive objects
involved.
A description of the two messages can be found in the SINAMICS DCM list manual.

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10.3 PROFINET IO

10.3.1 Activating online mode: STARTER via PROFINET IO

Description
The following options are available for activating online mode via PROFINET IO:
● Online mode via IP

Preconditions
● STARTER with Version ≥ 4.1.5 (SINAMICS DCM is supported starting only from
STARTER Version 4.1.5)
● CBE20

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Procedure for activating online mode with PROFINET

1. Set the IP address in Windows XP
This involves assigning a fixed, free IP address to the PC/PG.
2. Settings in STARTER
3. Enter the IP address and a name for the drive unit's PROFINET interface.
The PROFIBUS interface must be named so that STARTER can establish
communication.
4. Select online mode in STARTER.

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Set the IP address in Windows XP.

On the desktop, right-click on "Network environment" -> Properties -> double-click on
Network card and choose -> Properties -> Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) -> Properties -> Enter
the freely-assignable addresses.

Figure 10-19 Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) properties

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Settings in STARTER
The following settings are required in STARTER for communication via PROFINET:
● Tools → Set PG/PC interface...

Figure 10-20 Set PG/PC interface

Assigning the IP address and name for the PROFINET interface of the drive unit
Use the STARTER to assign an IP address and a name to the PROFINET interface (e.g.
CBE20).
Precondition:
● Connect the direct Ethernet cable from the PG/PC to the PROFINET interface of the
Control Unit (CUD).
● Switch on the Control Unit (CUD).
The accessible nodes must be searched in STARTER:
● Project → Accessible nodes
The nodes are then displayed in the dialog screen.

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Figure 10-21 STARTER - Accessible nodes

The selected node is edited by right-clicking the field for the node and selecting the option
"Edit Ethernet node...".

Figure 10-22 STARTER - Accessible nodes - Edit Ethernet node

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In the dialog screen that appears next, enter a freely selectable unit name, the IP address,
and subnet screen.
The subnet screens must match before STARTER can be run.

Figure 10-23 STARTER - Edit Ethernet Node

After selecting the "Assign name" button, the following confirmation will appear if the
assignment was successful: In certain cases, a RAM to ROM is executed in the drive and
you must wait until it has been completed.

Figure 10-24 STARTER - Successful assignment of the unit name

After selecting the "Assign IP configuration" button, the following confirmation will appear if
the assignment was successful: In certain cases, a RAM to ROM is executed in the drive
and you must wait until it has been completed.

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Figure 10-25 STARTER - Successful assignment of the IP configuration

Once the "Edit Ethernet Node" dialog screen has closed and the node overview has been
updated (F5), a display indicates that the node properties have been successfully assigned.

Figure 10-26 STARTER - Accessible nodes update completed

Note
The IP addresses allocated for the PC and the PROFINET interface in the drive must be
different; otherwise communication between the PC and drive is not possible.

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10.3.2 General information about PROFINET IO

10.3.2.1 General information about PROFINET IO for SINAMICS

General information
PROFINET IO is an open Industrial Ethernet standard for a wide range of production and
process automation applications. PROFINET IO is based on Industrial Ethernet and
observes TCP/IP and IT standards.
Signal processing in real time and determinism is important in industrial networks.
PROFINET IO satisfies these requirements.
The following standards ensure open, multi-vendor systems:
● International standard IEC 61158
PROFINET IO is optimized for high-speed, time-critical data communication at field level.

PROFINET IO
Within the context of Totally Integrated Automation (TIA), PROFINET is the systematic
development of the following systems:
● PROFIBUS DP, the established fieldbus,
and
● Industrial Ethernet, the communication bus for the cell level
Experiences from both systems have been and are being integrated in PROFINET. As an
Ethernet-based automation standard defined by PROFIBUS International (PROFIBUS user
organization), PROFINET IO is a non-proprietary communication and engineering model.
PROFINET IO defines every aspect of the data exchange between IO controllers (devices
with so-called "master functionality") and the IO Devices (those with so-called "slave
functionality") as well as parameter assignment and diagnostic processes. An IO system is
configured by virtually the same method used for PROFIBUS.
A PROFINET IO system is made up of the following devices:
● The IO controller controls automation tasks.
● An IO device is controlled and monitored by an IO controller. An IO device consists of
several modules and submodules.
● IO supervisor is an engineering tool typically based on a PC that is used to parameterize
and diagnose individual IO Devices (drive units).
When a Communication Board CBE20 is inserted, a SINAMICS DC MASTER becomes an
IO device in terms of PROFINET. The SINAMICS DC MASTER and CBE20 can be used for
communication via PROFINET IO with RT.
Cycle communication using PROFINET IO with IRT or using RT is possible on all drive units
equipped with a PROFINET interface. This means that problem-free communication using
other standard protocols is guaranteed within the same network.

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Note
PROFINET for drive technology is standardized and described in the following document:
PROFIBUS Profile PROFIdrive – Profile Drive Technology
Version V4.1, May 2006,
PROFIBUS User Organization e. V.
Haid-und-Neu-Straße 7
D-76131 Karlsruhe
http://www.profibus.com
Order Number 3.172, spec. Chapter 6
• IEC 61800-7

CAUTION

Inserting the CBE20 Communication Board deactivates the cyclic PZD channel for
PROFIBUS DP.

10.3.2.2 Real-time (RT) and isochronous real-time (IRT) communication

Real-time communication
When communication takes place via TCP/IP, the resulting transmission times may be too
long and non-deterministic to meet production automation requirements. When
communicating time-critical IO user data, PROFINET IO therefore uses its own real-time
channel, rather than TCP/IP.

Definition: Real time (RT) and determinism

Real time means that a system processes external events over a defined period.
Determinism means that a system responds in a predictable manner (deterministically).
In industrial networks, both these requirements are important. PROFINET meets these
requirements and is, therefore, implemented as a deterministic real-time network as follows:
● Transmission of time-critical data takes place at guaranteed time intervals. To achieve
this, PROFINET provides an optimized communications channel for real-time
communication: Real time (RT).
● It is possible to predict the exact time at which data transmission will take place.
● Problem-free communication using other standard protocols is guaranteed within the
same network.

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Definition: Isochronous real-time communication (IRT)

Isochronous real-time Ethernet: Real-time properties of PROFINET IO where IRT telegrams
are transmitted deterministically via scheduled communication paths in a defined sequence
to achieve the best possible synchronism and performance. This is also known as time-
scheduled communication and uses knowledge about the network structure. IRT requires
special network components that support scheduled data transmission.
Minimum cycle times of 500 μs and a jitter accuracy of less than 1 μs can be achieved when
this data transfer method is implemented.

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10.3.2.3 Addresses

Definition: MAC address

Each PROFINET device is assigned a globally unique device identifier at the factory. This 6-
byte long device identifier is the MAC address. The MAC address consists of:
● 3 bytes manufacturer's ID and
● 3-byte device identification (consecutive number)
The MAC address is usually indicated on the front of the device.
For example: 08-00-06-6B-80-C0

IP address
To enable a PROFINET device to be addressed as a node on Industrial Ethernet, this device
also requires an IP address that is unique within the network. The IP address is made up of
4 decimal numbers with a range of values from 0 through 255. The decimal numbers are
separated by periods. The IP address is made up of
● The address of the (sub-) network and
● The address of the node (generally called the host or network node)

IP address assignment
The TCP/IP protocol is required to establish a connection and assign parameters; this is the
reason that an IP address is required.

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The IP addresses of IO devices can be assigned by the IO controller and always have the
same subnet screen as the IO controller. In this case, the IP address is not stored
permanently. The IP address entry is lost after POWER ON/OFF. If the IP address is to be
stored in a non-volatile memory, the address must be assigned using the Primary Setup Tool
(PST).
This can also be performed with Hardware Config of STEP 7, where the function is called
"Edit Ethernet node".

Note
If the network is part of an existing Ethernet company network, ask your network
administrator for the information you need (IP address, subnet screen, and any router that
may be in use.)

Device name (NameOfStation)

In its delivery state, an IO device does not have a device name. An IO device can only be
addressed by an IO controller (in order to transmit project engineering data (including the IP
address) during startup or exchange user data during cyclic operation, for example) after it
has been assigned a device name with the IO supervisor.

NOTICE

The unit name must be saved in a non-volatile fashion using HW Config from STEP 7.

Replacing the Control Unit (CUD) (IO device)

The IP address and device name are stored in the non-volatile memory in the form of
parameters (p61000 und p61001).
If a module is replaced, therefore, it is possible to continue running it as a PROFINET device
by resetting the parameters.

Definition: Subnet screen

The bits set in the subnet screen define the part of the IP address that contains the address
of the (sub)network. The following generally applies:
● The network address is obtained by an AND logic operation on the IP address and
subnet screen.
● The node address is obtained by an AND NOT logic operation on the IP address and
subnet screen.

Subnet screen example

Subnet screen: 255.255.0.0 (decimal) = 11111111.11111111.00000000.00000000 (binary),
IP address: 140.80.0.2, significance: The first 2 bytes of the IP address determine the
subnetwork; i.e. 140.80. The last two bytes address the node; i.e. 0.2.

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Default router
If data needs to be forwarded via TCP/IP to a partner located outside the subnetwork, this is
carried out via the default router. In the Properties dialog in STEP 7 (Properties of Ethernet
interface > Parameters > Network transfer), the default router is referred to as the router.
STEP 7 assigns the local IP address to the default router.

10.3.2.4 Data transmission

Properties
The Communication Board CBE20 supports the simultaneous operation of:
● IRT – isochronous real-time Ethernet
● RT – real-time Ethernet
● Standard Ethernet services (TCP/IP, LLDP, UDP, and DCP)

PROFIdrive telegram for cyclic data transmission and non-cyclic services

Telegrams to send and receive process data are available for each drive object of a drive
unit with cyclic process data exchange. In addition to cyclic data transfer, acyclic services
can also be used for parameterizing and configuring the drive unit. These acyclic services
can be utilized by the IO supervisor or IO controller.
The total length of the Ethernet frame increases with the number of drive objects in a drive
unit.

Sequence of drive objects during data transmission

The sequence of drive objects is displayed via a list in p0978[0...15]; it can also be changed
using this parameter.

Note
The sequence of drive objects in HW Config must be the same as that in the drive (p0978).

NOTICE

A ring-type topology is not permissible.

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10.3.3 Hardware configuration (configuring SINAMICS drives with PROFINET)

Communication Board Ethernet CBE20

The CBE20 option module is inserted in the option slot of the CUD. The CBE20 is equipped
with a PROFINET interface with 4 ports that can be used to connect the PROFINET
subnetwork.

Note
The ports must not be interconnected in such a way that a ring topology is created.

Operation in PROFINET IO networks

A SINAMICS DCM with CBE20 can be integrated into PROFINET IO networks in all
transmission modes

Note
SINAMICS DCM only supports Version V2.2 (IRTflex) for data transfer type IRT.

A SINAMICS DCM with CBE20 can only act as a synchronization slave within a PROFINET
IO network.
● CBE20 module is plugged into CUD:
– The cyclic DP interface is disabled.
– Transmission type RT is configured. The SINAMICS DC MASTER uses a local clock
cycle.
– Transmission type IRT (option "not isochronous") has been configured: The CBE20
synchronizes itself with the send clock and operates as isochronous switch. The
SINAMICS DCM uses a local clock cycle.
● CBE20 module is not inserted but configured:
– Alarm A1487 "Topology fault" is present. Access via PROFINET is not available.
There is no data exchange via PROFINET. The SINAMICS DCM uses a local clock
cycle.

Telegrams
The following PROFIdrive telegrams can be selected for PROFINET IO communication:
● Isochronous standard telegrams 1, 20
● Telegram 352
● Telegram 999

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DCP flashing
This function is used to check whether assignments to a module and its interfaces have
been made correctly.
1. In HW Config or STEP7 Manager, select the menu command "Target system" >
"Ethernet" > "Edit Ethernet node".
2. The "Edit Ethernet Node" dialog box opens.
3. Click the "Browse" button.
4. The "Browse Network" dialog box opens and displays the connected nodes.
5. After SINAMICS with CBE20 has been selected as a node, activate the "DCP flashing"
function by means of the "Flash" button.
The "DCP flashing" function is activated on the RDY LED (READY LED 2 Hz, green/orange
or red/orange) on the CUD.
The LED will continue to flash as long as the dialog is open. When the dialog is closed, the
LED will go out automatically. The function is available as of STEP7 V5.3 SP1 via Ethernet.

STEP 7 routing with CBE20

The CBE20 does not support STEP 7 routing between PROFIBUS and PROFINET IO.

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Connecting the PC with the STARTER commissioning tool

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NOTICE

SINAMICS does not support routing from PROFIBUS to PROFINET and vice versa.

NOTICE

If a CBE20 module fails (e.g. due to a power failure) then communication with the
subsequent nodes is interrupted at this point.

10.3.4 RT classes for PROFINET IO

PROFINET IO is a scalable real-time communication system based on Ethernet technology.
The scalable approach is expressed in the form of three real-time classes.

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RT
RT communication is based on standard Ethernet. The data is transferred via prioritized
Ethernet telegrams. Because standard Ethernet does not support any synchronization
mechanisms, isochronous operation is not possible using PROFINET IO with RT. The real-
time capability is comparable with the present 12-MBaud PROFIBUS DP solutions, i.e. a
sufficiently large bandwidth portion is available for transmitting IT services in parallel on the
same line.
The real update time during which cyclic data are exchanged depends on the bus load, the
devices used, and the quantity structure of the I/O data. The update time is a multiple of the
send cycle.

IRT
Two options are available with this RT class:
● IRT "high flexibility"
● IRT "high performance".
Software preconditions for configuring IRT:
● STEP 7 5.4 SP4 (HW Config)

Note
For further information about configuring the PROFINET interface for the I/O controller and
I/O device, please refer to the following document: SIMOTION SCOUT Communication
System Manual.

IRT "high flexibility"

The telegrams are sent cyclically in a deterministic cycle (Isochronous Real Time). The
telegrams are exchanged in a bandwidth reserved by the hardware. One IRT time interval
and one standard Ethernet time interval are created for each cycle.

Note
IRT "high flexibility" cannot be used for isochronous applications.

IRT "high performance"

In addition to reserving the appropriate bandwidth, telegram traffic can be further optimized
by defining the topology when configuring the system. This enhances the performance
during data exchange and the deterministic behavior. The IRT time interval can thus be
further optimized or minimized with respect to IRT "high flexibility".

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In addition to the isochronous data transmission function provided by IRT, even the
application itself (position control cycle, IPO cycle) can be isochronous in the devices. This is
an essential requirement for closed-loop axis control and synchronization via the bus.
Isochronous data transmission with cycle times well below one millisecond and with a
deviation in the cycle start (jitter) of less than a microsecond provide sufficient performance
reserves for demanding motion control applications.
The RT classes IRT "high flexibility" and IRT "high performance" can be selected as options
in the synchronization settings configuration area of HW Config. In the description below,
both these classes are simply referred to as "IRT".
In contrast to standard Ethernet and PROFINET IO with RT, the telegrams for PROFINET IO
with IRT are transmitted according to a schedule.

Comparison between RT and IRT

Table 10- 10 Comparison between RT and IRT

RT class RT IRT "high flexibility" IRT "high performance"

Transmission mode Switching based on the MAC Switching using the MAC Path-based switching
address; prioritization of the address; according to a topology-
RT telegrams possible using bandwidth reservation by based schedule; no
Ethernet-Prio (VLAN tag) reserving an IRT "high transmission of TCP/IP
flexibility" interval in which frames and IRT "high
only IRT "high flexibility" flexibility" frames in the IRT
frames are transferred but, "high performance" interval
for example, no TCP/IP
frames
Isochronous application No No Yes
in the IO controller
Determinism Variance of the transmission Guaranteed transmission of Precisely scheduled
duration by started TCP/IP the IRT "high flexibility" transmission; times for
telegrams telegrams in the current transmitting and receiving
cycle thanks to reserved are guaranteed for any
bandwidth topologies.
Reload the network Not relevant Only when the size of the Whenever the topology or
configuration after a change IRT "high flexibility" interval the communication
needs to be modified relationships
(position reservation is change
possible)
Maximum switching depth 10 at 1 ms 61 32
(number of switches in one
line)
For possible send cycles, see subitem "Send cycles and update times for RT classes" in table "Adjustable send cycles and
update times"

Note
SINAMICS DCM does not support isochronous communication.

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Set the RT class

The RT class is set by means of the IO controller interface properties. If RT class IRT "high
performance" is set, it is not possible to operate any IRT "high flexibility" devices on the IO
controller and vice versa. IO devices with RT can always be operated, regardless of the IRT
class setting.
You can set the RT class for the relevant PROFINET device in HW Config.
1. In HW Config, double-click the PROFINET interface item in the module.
The "Properties" dialog opens.
2. Select the RT class under "RT class" on the "Synchronization" tab.
3. Once you have selected "IRT", you can also choose between "high flexibility" and "high
performance".
4. Confirm with "Update".

Synchronization domain
Taken as a whole, all of the devices that are to be synchronized form a synchronization
domain. The entire domain must be set to a single, specific RT class (real-time class) for
synchronization, Different synchronization domains can communicate with one another via
RT.
For IRT, all IO devices and IO controllers must be synchronized with a common
synchronization master.
RT allows an IO controller to communicate with a drive unit outside a synchronization
domain or "through" another synchronization domain. As of version 5.4 SP1, STEP 7
supports multiple synchronization domains on a single Ethernet subnetwork.
Example:
● Synchronization domain IRT: SIMOTION 2 with SINAMICS
● SINAMICS, which is assigned to the IO system of SIMOTION 1, is arranged in the
topology in such a way that its RT communication must be conducted through the IRT
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Update times and send cycles for RT classes

Definition of update time/send cycle:
If we take a single IO device in the PROFINET IO system as an example, this device has
been supplied with new data (outputs) by the IO controller and has transferred new data
(inputs) to the IO controller within the update time. The send cycle is the shortest possible
update time.
All cyclic data is transferred within the send cycle. The actual send cycle that can be set
depends on various factors:
● Bus load
● Type of devices used
● Computing capacity available in the IO controller
● Send cycles supported in the PROFINET devices assigned to a synchronization domain.
1 ms is an example of a typical send cycle.
The table below specifies the reduction ratios which can be set between the send cycle and
the update times for IRT "high performance", IRT "high flexibility" and RT.

Table 10- 11 Adjustable send cycles and update times

Send cycle Reduction ratios between update time and send cycle
RT IRT "high performance"
IRT "high flexibility" 4)
Range 250, 500, 1,2,4,8,16,32,64,128,256,512 1,2,4,8,16 2)
"even" 1) 1,000 µs
2,000 µs 1,2,4,8,16,32,64,128,256 1,2,4,8,16 2)
4,000 µs 1,2,4,8,16,32,64,128 1,2,4,8,16 2)
Range 375, 625, 750, Not supported 5) 1
"uneven"3) 875, 1125,
1,250 to
3,875 µs
(increment
125 µs)

Note
There is no intersection between the send cycles for the "even" and "uneven" ranges.

Explanations for the above table:

1) It is only possible to set send cycles from the "even" range when IO devices with RT class
"RT" are assigned to a synchronization domain. Likewise, only the reduction ratios from the
"even" range can be set for a send cycle setting from the "even" range.

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2) It is generally only possible to set a reduction ratio of 1:1 between the update time and
send cycle for IO devices (ET200S IM151-3 PN HS, SINAMICS S) which are operated in the
isochronous mode. In this case, the update time mode must always be set to "fixed factor"
(under "I/O device" properties, "IO cycle" tab, "Mode" pulldown menu). This means that
STEP 7 will not automatically adjust the update time and, therefore, that the update time will
always correspond to the send cycle.
3) The send cycles from the "uneven" range can be set only if a synchronization domain
does not include any IO devices with RT class "RT". Likewise, only the reduction ratios from
the "uneven" range can be set for a send cycle setting from the "uneven" range.
4) Isochronous operation is not compatible with IRT "high flexibility".
5) Uneven send cycles can be used only if the IO systems assigned to the synchronization
domain do not include any RT or IRT "high flexibility" devices.
Furthermore, the send cycles which can actually be set are determined by the intersection
between the send cycles supported by all the devices in the synchronization domain.
The reduction ratio between the update time of an IO device and the send cycle is set in the
"Properties" of the PROFINET interface for the relevant device.

Send cycles for SINAMICS drive units

A SINAMICS drive unit with PROFINET interface which supports IRT permits send cycle
settings of between 0.5 ms and 4.0 ms in a 250 µs time frame.

Topology rules
Topology rules for RT
● A topology can be configured for RT, but does not need to be. If a topology has been
configured, the devices must be wired in accordance with the topology.
● Apart from this stipulation, the devices can be wired in any way you wish.
Topology rules for IRT
● Mixed operation is not supported by STEP 7 V5.4 SP4, i.e. IRT "high performance"
cannot be combined with IRT "high flexibility" in the same synchronization domain.
● A synchronization domain with IRT "high performance" can contain a maximum of one
IRT "high performance" island. An "island" refers to the fact that the devices must be
interconnected to match the configured topology. A synchronization master must be
positioned in the relevant island.
● IRT "high flexibility" is subject to the same topology rules as IRT "high performance", the
only exception being that a topology does not need to be configured. However, if a
topology has been configured, the devices must be wired to match the topology.

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Device selection in HW Config

Hardware catalog:
The drive unit from the appropriate unit family entry in the hardware catalog must then be
configured. For the RT class IRT, these are all entries with the end identification ...PN-V2.2.
GSD:
The names of GSD files for devices that contain IRT end in …PN-V2.2.

10.3.5 Selecting the CBE20 firmware version

Only one of the possible PROFINET versions can be loaded into the Control Unit as
firmware. All firmware files provided for different PROFINET variants are stored on the
Control Unit's memory card.
The PROFINET variants required are each stored in a separate UFW file on the memory
card. The pointer file optboard.txt contains the names of the UFW files to be loaded. The
contents of the pointer file are modified in order to switch from one firmware variant to
another. POWER ON must then be executed to activate the change in variant. During the
subsequent system boot, the UFW file referenced in the pointer file is loaded.
The pointer file refers to PROFINET V2.2 by default.

Table 10- 12 UFW files and selected in the pointer file

UFW file and folder on memory card Functionality Pointer file content
/SIEMENS/SINAMICS/CODE/CB/ PROFINET V2.2 CBE20=1
CBE20_1.UFW
/SIEMENS/SINAMICS/CODE/CB/ SINAMICS Link CBE20=3
CBE20_3.UFW
/OEM/SINAMICS/CODE/CB/ Customized CBE20=99
CBE20.UFW

The contents of the pointer file optboard.txt can be modified or read out using parameter
p8835. This file must be edited manually with other firmware versions. The factory setting for
the parameter is p8835 = 1 (PROFINET V2.2).
Setting values of p8835:
1 = PROFINET V2.2
2 = PN Gate
3 = SINAMICS Link
99 = customer-specific
The versions can be switched between by modifying the parameter. A POWER ON must
then be performed to activate the change.
Identification of firmware version:
The OMI diagnostic channel, parameter r8858 can be read to identify which firmware version
of PROFINET interface is currently loaded.

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10.4 Communication via SINAMICS Link

10.4.1 Basic principles of SINAMICS Link

SINAMICS Link enables data to be directly exchanged between several Control Units
CU320-2 DP or CUD, which for this purpose must be equipped with the CBE20
supplementary module. Other nodes cannot be integrated into this communication. Possible
applications include e.g.:
● Torque distribution for n drives
● Setpoint cascading for n drives
● Load distribution of drives coupled through a material web
● Master/slave function for infeed units
● Links between SINAMICS DC MASTER and SINAMICS S120

Send and receive data

The most frequently used node comprises a drive unit with a CU and a number of connected
drive objects (DOs). A telegram of a SINAMICS Link has space retainers for 16 process data
(PZD). Each PZD is precisely one word long. Slots that are not required are filled with zeros

0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15

SINAMICS Link

Every node can send a telegram with 16 PZD. A drive object can receive up to 16 PZD from
every other DO of the connected nodes as long as the transferred data within a telegram
does not exceed 16 words. Single words and double words can be sent and received.
Double words require 2 consecutive PZDs. It is not possible to read in your own send data.

Transmission time
With SINAMICS Link, an average transmission time of 3.5 ms is possible (with controller
cycle 1 ms; bus cycle 1 ms).

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10.4.2 Topology
Only a line topology with the following structure is permitted for SINAMICS Link.

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● The numbers of the various nodes are entered into parameter p8836[0...63] in ascending
order.
● Gaps in the numbering are not permitted.
● The node with the number 1 is automatically the sync master of the communication link.
● When configuring the communication, the NameOfStation (SINAMICSxLINKx001 …
SINAMICSxLINKx064) and the IP address (169.254.123.001 … 169.254.123.064) of the
particular node are automatically set up by allocating the node number and cannot be
changed.
● For the CBE20 connection, the ports must be used as shown in the diagram above – this
is mandatory. This means that Port 2 (P2) of node n is always connected with Port 1 (P1)
of node n+1.

10.4.3 Configuring and commissioning

Commissioning

Note
In order that SINAMICS Link can be selected, a memory card with the actual software must
be inserted in the drive.

When commissioning, proceed as follows for the Control Unit:

● On the CU, set parameter p0009 to 1 (unit configuration).
● On the CU, set parameter p8835 to 3 (SINAMICS Link).

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● Using p8836, assign node numbers to the nodes (the first CU is always assigned the
number 1). Observe the specifications under "Topology". Node number 0 means that
SINAMICS Link is shut down.
● On the CU, set parameter p0009 to 0 (unit configuration).
● Save the changes saved in the RAM in a non-volatile fashion.
● Perform a Power ON (switch-off/switch-on).

Sending data
Proceed as follows to send data:
● In parameter p2051[x], for each drive object, define which data (PZDs) should be sent.
p2061[x] must be used for double word quantities.
● In parameter p8871, for each drive object, assign the send parameter to the send slot of
its own node. Double words (e.g. 2+3) are assigned two consecutive send slots, e.g.
p8871[1] = 2 and p8871[2] = 3.

Receiving data
Proceed as follows to receive data:

Note
The first word of the receive data must be a control word, where bit 10 is set. If this is not the
case, then you must deactivate the evaluation of bit 10 using p2037 = 2.

● Received data are saved in parameter r2050[x]/r2060[x].

● The address of the node from which the relevant PZD is to be read is defined in
parameter p8872[0 … 15] (0 ≙ nothing is read in).
● In parameter p8870[0 … 15], the PZD is defined which is read from the sent telegram and
is to be stored in its own receive slot, r2050 for PZD or r2060 for double PZD (0 ≙ no PZD
selected).

Note
For double words, 2 PZD must be read; e.g.: Read in a 32-bit setpoint, which is located
on PZD 2+3 for node 5 and map this to PZD 2+3 of its own node: p8872[1] = 5, p8870[1]
= 2, p8872[2] = 5, p8870[2] = 3

Activation
To activate SINAMICS Link connections, perform a POWER ON for all nodes. The
assignments of p2051[x]/2061[x] and the links of the read parameters r2050[x]/2060[x] can
be changed without a POWER ON.

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10.4.4 Example

Task
Configure the speed control of a SINAMICS DCM on a CU320-2 to increase the
computational performance when using SINAMICS Link and DCC.
● Send data from SINAMICS DCM to CU320-2:
– r0898 CO/BO: Control word SINAMICS DCM (1 PZD), in the example PZD 1
– r0899 CO/BO: Status word SINAMICS DCM (1 PZD), in the example PZD 2
– r52211 CO: Fixed setpoint output to AOP30 (1 PZD), in the example PZD3
– r52013 CO: Analog input, main actual value (1 PZD), in the example, PZD4
● Send data from CU320-2 to SINAMICS DCM:
– r21530 CO: Output, PI controller (1 PZD), in the example, PZD 1

Procedure
1. For all nodes, set the SINAMICS Link mode: DO1 p8835 = 3
2. Assign node numbers for the two devices:
– SINAMICS DCM: DO1 p8836 = 1
– CU320-2: DO1 p8836 = 2
3. Insert the DCC plan for the speed control at the CU320-2:
– Ensure that the technology package is available on the CU320-2.
– Create the DCC chart and generate the following chart

Figure 10-31 DCC chart

The values set in this example for LU, LL, TV, TD of the ramp-function generator and LU,
LL, KP, TN of the PI controller must be appropriately adapted. The inputs and outputs of
the DCC blocks must be correspondingly defined as BICO and interconnected with the
corresponding parameters according to the diagram.

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4. Define the send data (SINAMICS DCM):

– Define the PZD to be sent for the SINAMICS DCM:
DO2 p2051.0 = r0898
DO2 p2051.1 = r0899
DO2 p2051.2 = r52211
DO2 p2051.3 = r52013
– Assign this PZD to the send buffer (p8871) of its own DO:
DO2 p8871.0 = 1 (SINAMICS Link send PZD 0 = DO2 p2051.0)
DO2 p8871.1 = 2 (SINAMICS Link send PZD 1 = DO2 p2051.1)
DO2 p8871.2 = 3 (SINAMICS Link send PZD 2 = DO2 p2051.2)
DO2 p8871.3 = 4 (SINAMICS Link send PZD 3 = DO2 p2051.3)
– This means that you have defined the position of the data in the 16-word telegram of
the drive unit.
5. Define the receive data (SINAMICS DCM):
– Define that receive buffer 0 should be filled with data from CU320-2:
DO2 p8872.0 = 2
– Define that PZD 1 of CU320-2 should be saved in this buffer:
DO2 p8870.0 = 1
6. Define the send data (CU320-2):
– For the CU320-2, define the PZD to be sent:
DO1 p2051.0 = r21530 (output of the DCC closed-loop control)
7. Define the receive data (CU320-2):
– Define that the receive buffer 0 should be filled with data from SINAMICS DCM:
DO1 p8872.0 = 1
DO1 p8872.1 = 1
DO1 p8872.2 = 1
DO1 p8872.3 = 1
– Define that PZD1 of SINAMICS DCM should be saved in this buffer:
DO1 p8870.0 = 1
DO1 p8870.1 = 2
DO1 p8870.2 = 3
DO1 p8870.3 = 4
8. Carry out a RAM to ROM and then a power cycle at all components to activate the
SINAMICS Link connections.

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10.4.5 Diagnostics

Communication failure when booting or in cyclic operation

If at least one sender does not correctly boot after commissioning or fails in cyclic operation,
then alarm A50005 is output to the other nodes: "Sender was not found on the SINAMICS
Link."
The message contains the number of the faulted node. After you have resolved the fault at
the node involved and the system has identified the node, the system automatically
withdraws the alarm.
If several nodes are involved, the message occurs a multiple number of times consecutively
with different node numbers. After you have resolved all of the faults, the system
automatically withdraws the alarm.
When a node fails in cyclic operation, in addition to alarm A50005, fault F08501 is output:
"COMM BOARD: Monitoring time, process data expired"
Overview of important parameters (refer to the List Manual):
● r2050[0...19] CO: IF1 PROFIdrive PZD receive word
● p2051[0...14] CI: IF1 PROFIdrive PZD send word
● r2060[0...18] CO: IF1 PROFIdrive PZD receive double word
● p2061[0...26] CI: IF1 PROFIdrive PZD send double word
● p8835 CBE20 firmware selection
● p8836 SINAMICS Link address
● p8870 SINAMICS Link telegram word PZD receive
● p8871 SINAMICS Link telegram word PZD send
● p8872 SINAMICS Link address PZD receive

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10.5 Serial interface with USS protocol

Specification
Developed by SIEMENS, the USS® protocol is a proprietary fieldbus which was already
being used in a variety of applications before PROFIBUS was established. Since the USS®
protocol had not yet been replaced by PROFIBUS in some applications, it was implemented
in the SINAMICS DCM.
The USS® protocol is described in the following document:
USS® Protocol Specification: Order number E20125-D0001-S302-A1

Properties
The USS® protocol can only be used as a fieldbus instead of Profibus; USS and PROFIBUS
cannot run at the same time.
The USS® protocol enables one or more SINAMICS DCM units to be connected to a master
station. It is a point-to-point coupling or a bus-type coupling. A maximum of 31 nodes can be
connected in the bus configuration (1 master and a maximum of 30 slaves). The bus
terminator must be activated on both bus nodes at each end of the bus line.
The USS® protocol enables access to all relevant process data, diagnostic information, and
parameters for the SINAMICS DCM.
The USS® protocol is purely a master-slave protocol in which a SINAMICS DCM can only
ever be a slave. In this case, a SINAMICS DCM only sends a telegram to the master if it has
received a telegram from it. Therefore, SINAMICS DC MASTER units cannot use the USS®
protocol to exchange data with one another directly.

Connecting
Terminal X178, X178

Function diagrams
The function diagrams for the fieldbus interface are of relevance here:
See FP2410, FP2420, FP2440, FP2442, FP2450, FP2452, FP2460, FP2470, FP2472,
FP2481, and FP2483.

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10.6 Parallel operation of communication interfaces

General information
Only one of the two available hardware communication interfaces could be used for the
processing of the cyclic process data (setpoints/actual values) in the factory setting. This is
either the
● onboard interface (PROFIBUS DP) or the
● additional option interface/COMM board (PROFINET).
The onboard interface is disabled when the COMM board (BDE20) is plugged in.
With the setting p8839 ≠ 99, it is possible to use the onboard interface (PROFIBUS DP) and
COMM Board (PROFINET) in parallel in the SINAMICS system.
The following applications can then be implemented:
● PROFIBUS DP for drive control and PROFINET for the acquisition of
actual values/measured values of the drive.
● PROFIBUS DP for control and PROFINET for engineering only
● Mixed mode with two masters (the first for logic and coordination and the second for
technology).
● Use of redundant communication interfaces

Assignment of communication interfaces to cyclic interfaces

Two cyclic interfaces exist for setpoints and actual values, which differ by their parameter
ranges used (BICO, etc.) and the usable functionalities. These two interfaces are designated
IF1 (cyclic interface 1) and IF2 (cyclic interface 2).
The HW communication interfaces (onboard, COMM board) are firmly assigned to one of
these cyclic interfaces (IF1, IF2), depending on their type (PROFIBUS DP, PROFINET). The
respective other interface is disabled.
For the parallel operation of the communication interfaces, this formerly fixed assignment to
the cyclic interfaces can be determined as desired by user parameterization.
Properties of the cyclic interfaces IF1 and IF2
The following table shows the different features of the two cyclic interfaces:

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Table 10- 13 Properties of the cyclic interfaces IF1 and IF2

Feature IF1 IF2

Setpoint (BICO signal source) r2050, r2060 r8850, r8860
Actual value (BICO signal sink) p2051, p2061 p8851, p8861
PROFIdrive conformance Yes No
PROFIdrive telegram selection (p0922) Yes No
Isochronous mode possible No No
Slave-to-slave communication (PROFIBUS only) Yes Yes
List of drive objects (p0978) Yes Yes
Max. PZD (16bit) setpoint / actual value encoder - -
Max. PZD (16bit) setpoint / actual value at the DO TM31 5/5 -
Max. PZD (16bit) setpoint / actual value at the DO TM15 5/5 -
Max. PZD (16bit) setpoint / actual value at the DO CU_DC 5 / 15 -
Max. PZD (16bit) setpoint / actual value at the DO DC_CTRL 32 / 32 16 / 16

Table 10- 14 Implicit assignment of hardware to cyclic interfaces for p8839[0,1] = 99

Plugged hardware interface IF1 IF2

No option, onboard interface only (PROFIBUS) Onboard --
PROFINET option (CBE20) COMM board Is deactivated

For parallel operation of the hardware interfaces and the explicit assignment to the cyclic
interfaces IF1 and IF2, the parameter p8839[0,1] "PZD Interface hardware assignment"
exists for the device DO in the expert list.
The default setting of p8839[0,1]=99 enables the implicit assignment (see table above).
An alarm is generated in case of unvalid or inconsistent parameterization of the assignment.

Additional parameters for IF2

Receive and send process data:
r8850, p8851, r8853, r8860, p8861, r8863
Diagnostic parameters (meaning of 88xx identical with 20xx):
r8874, r8875, r8876
Binector-connector converter (meaning of 88xx identical with 20xx):
p8880, p8881, p8882, p8883, p8884, r8889
Connector-binector converter (meaning of 88xx identical with 20xx):
r8894, r8895, p8898, p8899

Note
It is not possible in the HW Config configuration tool to represent a PROFIBUS / PROFINET
slave with two interfaces. In parallel operation, SINAMICS will therefore appear twice in the
project or in two projects although there is only one physical device.

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Parameter

p8839 PZD Interface hardware assignment

Description: Assigning the hardware for cyclic communication via PZD interface 1 and interface 2.
Values: 0: not active
1: Communication interface integrated in the Control Unit
2: Option board
99: Automatic

The following rules apply to the setting of p8839:

● The setting of p8839 applies to all DOs of a CU (device parameter).
● For the setting p8839[0] = 99 and p8839[1] = 99 (automatic assignment, default), the
assignment will be made on the basis of the plugged hardware. To render this automatic
assignment active, it must be selected for both indexes; otherwise an alarm is generated,
and the setting p8839[x] = 99 is treated in the same manner as 'not active'.
● An alarm is issued if the same hardware (onboard or COMM board) is selected in
p8839[0] and p8839[1]. In this case, the setting of p8839[0] is effective. The setting of
p8839[1] is treated as 'not active'.
● With the setting p8839[x] = 2 and the COMM board missing / defective, the respective
interface is not automatically fed by the onboard interface. Message A08550 is output
instead.

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10.7 Switch on, switch off, enable

10.7.1 Switch on/Switch off (ON/OFF1) - control word bit 0

The "Switch on/Shutdown" (ON/OFF1) function is controlled using the "ON/OFF1 switch-on
command" (= ANDing the signal from terminal X177.12 with the signal selected using
p0840).

The following operating modes are possible here:

p50445 = 0: The "ON/OFF1 switch-on command" takes the form of ANDing the signal from
terminal X177.12 with the signal selected using p0840 (level-controlled, 0 =
shutdown, 1 = switch on).
p50445 = 1: Edge triggering of "ON/OFF1 switch-on command":
The switch-on command is saved when a 0 → 1 transition takes place (see
function diagram 3130 in the SINAMICS DCM List Manual). The binector
selected using p50444 must be in the log. "1" state at this point. The memory
is reset when this binector enters the log. "0" state.

Sequence of events for switching on the drive:

1. Apply the "Switch on" command (e.g. using the "Switch on/Shutdown" terminal).
2. The system exits operating state o7.
3. The "Line contactor closed" relay (terminal XR1-109 and -110) picks up.
4. The field-current reduction function stops.

If "Operation enable" is applied:

5. With positive brake-release time (p50087):
The "Release holding or operational brake" (r53210.0 = 0) signal is output and p50087 is
awaited in operating state o1.0.
With negative brake-release time (p50087 negative):
Procedure goes straight to step 6; brake not yet closed (r53210.0 = 1).
6. The ramp-function generator, n controller, and I controller are enabled.
7. Once a negative brake-release time (p50087) has elapsed, the "Release holding or
operational brake" (r53210.0 = 0) signal is output.

Procedure for shutting down the drive:

1. Apply the "Shutdown" command (e.g. using the "Switch on/Shutdown" terminal).
2. Deceleration along the ramp-function generator ramp
3. Wait until n < nmin (p50370, p50371).
4. The "Close holding or operational brake" (r53210.0 = 1) signal is output.
5. The brake-closing time (p50088) is awaited.
6. The ramp-function generator and n controller are disabled.

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7. Reduction in armature current

8. The armature firing pulses are disabled.
9. The "Line contactor closed" relay (terminal XR1-109 and XR1-110) drops out.
10.Operating state o7.0 or higher is reached.
11.The wait time for field-current reduction (p50258) elapses.
12.The field is reduced to a parameterizable value (p50257).

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p50088 Brake-closing time
p50258 Wait time for automatic field-current reduction

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● An internal interlock becomes active once n < nmin (r50370, r50371) for the first time.
This stops the drive from attempting to decelerate again if the motor is rotated by external
influences; the n < nmin message then disappears.
● Whether level triggering or pulse triggering is selected has an overriding effect on "Switch
on", "Shutdown", and "Creep".

Note
The "Creep' function is described in the "Setpoint channel" chapter, "Creep" section.

● Selecting edge triggering causes "Switch on" and "Creep" to replace one another, i.e.:
– A "Switch on" edge at terminal X177.12 cancels a "Creep" function that had previously
been triggered.
– A "Creep" edge at a binector selected using p50440 cancels a "Switch on" function
that had previously been triggered.

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● With edge triggering, an automatic restart following a brief interruption in the electronic
power supply voltage is not possible.
● To ensure that "Shutdown" functions even when rewiring is carried out, current or torque
lower limits are specified, or additional setpoints are supplied, certain functions are
disabled automatically when "Shutdown" is applied.
– All torque limits are disabled during braking to n < nmin.
– Of the current limits, only the system current limit (p50171 and p50172), speed-
dependent current limit, and current limit resulting from I2t monitoring of the power unit
are enabled.

10.7.2 OFF2 (disconnection) - control word bit 1

The OFF2 signal is LOW active (log. "0" state = disconnection).

Procedure for applying disconnection:

1. The ramp-function generator, n controller, and Ia controller are disabled.
2. Reduction in armature current
3. The firing pulses are disabled.
4. "Close operational brake" is output (r53210.0 = 1, where p50080 = 2).
5. Operating state o10.0 or higher is reached.
6. The field current is maintained at a fixed point (i.e. there is no increase in the field current,
even on exiting the field-weakening range).
7. The "Line contactor closed" relay (terminal XR1-109 and XR1-110) drops out.
8. The drive coasts down (or is decelerated by the operational brake).
9. The parameterizable wait time (p50258) elapses.
10.The field is reduced to a parameterizable value (p50257).
11.Once n < nmin (p50370, p50371), the "Close holding brake" signal is output (r53210.0 =
1, where p50080 = 1).

10.7.3 OFF3 (quick stop) - control word bit 2

The OFF3 signal is LOW active (log. "0" state = quick stop).

Procedure for applying "Quick stop":

1. The ramp-function generator is disabled.
2. A speed setpoint of zero is applied.
3. Deceleration along the down ramp acc. to p50296, p50297, p50298
4. Wait until n < nmin (p50370, p50371).
5. "Close operational or holding brake" (r53210.0 = 1) is output.

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6. Wait for brake-closing time (p50088)

7. The ramp-function generator and speed controller are disabled.
8. Reduction in armature current
9. The armature firing pulses are disabled.
10.The "Line contactor closed" relay (terminal XR1-109 and -110) drops out.
11.Operating state o9.0 or higher is reached.
12.The wait time for field-current reduction (p50258) elapses.
13.The field is reduced to a parameterizable value (p50257).

Procedure for withdrawing "Quick stop":

1. Remove "Quick stop" command.
2. Apply the "Shutdown" command (e.g. using the "Switch on/Shutdown" terminal).
3. The system exits operating state o8.

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p50088 Brake-closing time
p50258 Wait time for automatic field-current reduction

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● The "Quick stop" command only needs to be present as a short pulse (> 10 ms). It is then
saved internally. It is only possible to reset the memory by applying the "Shutdown"
command.
● The SINAMICS DC MASTER links all "Quick stop" commands in such a way that the
"Quick stop" function is only disabled once all commands are in the "No quick stop" state.

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● An internal interlock becomes active once n < nmin (r50370, r50371) for the first time.
This stops the drive from attempting to decelerate again if the motor is rotated by external
influences; the n < nmin message then disappears.
● To ensure that "fast stopping" functions even when rewiring is carried out, current or
torque lower limits are specified, or additional setpoints are supplied, certain functions are
disabled automatically when "fast stopping" is applied.
– All torque limits are disabled while braking to n < nmin.
– Of the current limits, only the system current limit (p50171 and p50172), speed-
dependent current limit, and current limit resulting from I2t monitoring of the power unit
are enabled.

10.7.4 Operation enable (enable) - control word bit 3

The enable signal is HIGH active (log. "1" state = enable).
Control word bit 3 and terminal X177.13 (enable) are logically ANDed. See also function
diagram 2580.

Procedure for applying operation enable (if a switch-on command is present):

1. With positive brake-release time (p50087):
The "Release holding or operational brake" signal (r53210.0 = 0) is output and p50087 is
awaited in operating state o1.0.
With negative brake-opening time (p50087 negative):
Go immediately to step 2; brake is still closed (r53210.0 = 1)
2. The ramp-function generator, n controller, and I controller are enabled.
3. Operating state o0 is reached.
4. Once a negative brake-release time (p50087) has elapsed, the "Release holding or
operational brake" (r53210.0 = 0) signal is output.

Procedure for withdrawing operation enable:

1. The ramp-function generator, n controller, and I controller are disabled.
2. Reduction in armature current
3. The armature firing pulses are disabled.
4. The "Close operational brake" signal is output (r53210.0 = 1, where p50080 = 2).
5. Operating state o1.0 or higher is reached.
6. The drive coasts down (or is decelerated by the operational brake).
7. Once n < nmin (p50370, p50371), the "Close holding brake" signal is output (r53210.0 =
1, where p50080 = 1).

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10.8 Safety shutdown (E-STOP)

10.8 Safety shutdown (E-STOP)

Note
The E-STOP function is not an EMERGENCY STOP function in the sense of EN 60204-1.

The E-STOP function forces the "line contactor closed" relay to drop out, activating the relay
contact (terminals XR1-109 and -110) for the main contactor control within approximately 15
ms, independent of the semiconductor components and Control Unit (CUD) functions. If the
CUD is operating correctly, applying I = 0 via the controller serves to disconnect the line
contactor from the power supply. The drive coasts down once E-STOP has been applied.
The E-STOP function is triggered when the switch between terminals XS1-105 and XS1-106
is opened.
The E-STOP function causes the drive to enter the "Switching on inhibited" operating state.
This must be acknowledged by activating the "Shutdown" function by opening terminal
X177.12, for example.
Procedure for applying E-STOP:
1. The ramp-function generator, n controller, and I controller are disabled.
2. Reduction in armature current
3. a) p51616 = 0: E-STOP acts like OFF2 (firing pulses are disabled as soon as I = 0).
b) p51616 = 1: E-STOP immediately stops firing pulses from being output (without waiting
for I = 0).
4. The "Close operational brake" signal is output (r53210.0 = 1, where p50080 = 2).
5. Operating state o10.0 or higher is reached.
6. The field current is maintained at a fixed point (i.e. there is no increase in the field current,
even on exiting the field-weakening range).
7. The "Line contactor closed" relay (terminal XR1-109 and XR1-110) drops out.
8. The drive coasts down (or is decelerated by the operational brake).
9. The wait time (to be set at p50258) elapses.
10.The field is reduced to a parameterizable value (p50257).
11.Once n < nmin (p50370, p50371), the "Close holding brake" signal is output (r53210.0 =
1, where p50080 = 1).
Note
15 ms after E-STOP has been applied (even if point 7 in this procedure has not yet been
reached), the "Line contactor closed" relay (terminal XR1-109 and XR1-110) will always drop
out; this is triggered by the hardware.

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10.9 Setpoint channel

10.9.1 Ramp-function generator

Table 10- 15 Definitions

Ramp-up Acceleration from lower positive to higher positive speeds (e.g. 10% to 90%) or from
lower negative to higher negative speeds (e.g. -10% to -90%)
Return flow Deceleration from higher positive to lower positive speeds (e.g. 90% to 10%) or from
higher negative to lower negative speeds (e.g. -90% to -10%)
Transition from negative to E.g. from -10% to +50%:
positive speeds From -10% to 0 = ramp-down and
From 0 to +50% = ramp-up, and vice versa
Rampup time The amount of time the ramp-function generator requires, when initial rounding and final
rounding = 0 and an input variable jump from 0 to 100% or 0 to -100% is performed, for
passing through the 100% range at the ramp-function generator output. For smaller
jumps at the input, the rise at the output is performed at the same rate.
Ramp-down time The amount of time that the ramp-function generator requires, when initial rounding and
final rounding = 0 and an input variable jump from 100% to 0 or -100% to 0 is performed,
for passing through the 100% range at the ramp-function generator output. For smaller
jumps at the input, the rise at the output is performed at the same rate.

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Ramp-function generator mode of operation

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RUT = Rampup time RDT = Ramp-down time
IR = Initial rounding FR = Final rounding
1) Transition from ramp-down incline to ramp-up incline
2) Initial rounding makes the transition to final rounding even before the maximum ramp-down incline is reached.
3) Only the last part of final rounding is performed here due to the ramp-function generator setpoint jump.

Figure 10-35 Ramp-function generator mode of operation

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Operating modes for ramp-function generator rounding

p50295 = 0:
When a setpoint reversal occurs during ramp-up (or ramp-down),
the ramp-up (or ramp-down) process is interrupted and initial
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immediately. This does not mean any additional increase (or
decrease) in the setpoint, but rather a bend in the signal at the
ramp-function generator output (i.e. a jump in the acceleration).
p50295 = 1:
When a setpoint reversal occurs during ramp-up or ramp-down, the
ramp-up/ramp-down process slowly crosses over into ramping-
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down/ramping-up. This results in an additional increase (or
[ decrease) in the setpoint, as well as a bend in the signal at the
ramp-function generator output (i.e. there is no jump in the
acceleration).

Table 10- 16 Control signals for the ramp-function generator operating mode

Ramp-function generator enable 0 = Ramp-function generator disabled; ramp-function generator output set to 0
Control word bit 4, p01140[c] 1 = Ramp-function generator enabled
Ramp-function generator start 1 = Setpoint is switched into the ramp-function generator input
Control word bit 5, p01141[c] 0 = Ramp-function generator is stopped at the current value (ramp-function
generator output is switched in as ramp-function generator input)
Setpoint enable 1 = Setpoint enabled at ramp-function generator input
Control word bit 6, p01142[c] 0 = Switchover to ramp-function generator setting 1 performed and 0 applied to
the input (ramp-function generator output travels to 0)
Set ramp-function generator 1 = The ramp-function generator output is set to the setting value (selection via
(p50640[c]) p50639).
Ramp-function integrator operation See below and description of p50302 in the parameter list found in the
(p50302) SINAMICS DCM List Manual.
Enable switchover of the ramp-function See below.
integrator (p50646)
Ramp-function generator settings 2 and See below.
3
Ramp-function generator tracking ON See below and description of p50317 in the parameter list found in the
(p50317) SINAMICS DCM List Manual.
Set ramp-function generator on See description of p50318 in the parameter list found in the SINAMICS DCM
switching off (p50318) List Manual.
Bypass ramp function generator 1 = The ramp-function generator operates with ramp-up time and ramp-down
time = 0.
The function is then controlled via the binector selected using p50641. It is also
possible to select the option of bypassing the ramp-function generator in
operating modes JOG, CREEP, and APPLY FIXED SETPOINT.

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Ramp-function generator settings 1, 2, and 3

Selection via the binectors selected using p50637 and p50638.
The ramp-function generator settings that are entered via the binectors selected using
p50637 and p50638 have priority over the ramp-function generator setting entered by the
ramp-function integrator.

Binector state selected via Ramp-function Active ramp-up Active ramp- Active initial Active final
parameters generator time down time rounding rounding
p50637 p50638 setting
0 0 1 p50303 p50304 p50305 p50306
1 0 2 p50307 p50308 p50309 p50310
0 1 3 p50311 p50312 p50313 p50314
1 1 Not permitted; fault F60041 (setting not unique) triggered

Ramp-function integrator
The ramp-function integrator is activated by setting p50302 to 1, 2, or 3. Once an "ON"
command ("Switch on", "Jog", "Creep") has been applied, ramp-function generator setting 1
(p50303 to p50306) is used until the ramp-function generator output reaches the required
setpoint for the first time.
Following this, the process is controlled by the "Enable switchover of ramp-function
integrator" signal (binector selected using p50646):
● Enable switchover of ramp-function integrator = 1:
If the ramp-function generator output reaches the required setpoint for the first time after
the "ON" command has been applied, the system automatically switches over to the
ramp-function generator setting selected according to p50302.
● Enable switchover of ramp-function integrator = 0:
Once the ramp-function generator output has reached the setpoint, ramp-function
generator setting 1 (p50303 to p50306) remains active until "Enable switchover of ramp-
function integrator" is switched to 1. The system then switches over to the ramp-function
generator setting selected according to p50302.
If the "Enable switchover of ramp-function integrator" signal is withdrawn (→ 0), the system
switches back to ramp-function generator setting 1 and, when the signal is applied again
(→1), remains at this setting until the ramp-function generator output has reached the
setpoint again. Following this, the system switches back over to the ramp-function generator
setting selected according to p50302.
When the "Switch off" command is applied, the drive is switched off via ramp-function
generator setting 1.
Note:
Activating "Ramp-function generator setting 2" (p50307 to p50310; selection via p50637) or
"Ramp-function generator setting 3" (p50311 to p50314; selection via p50638) has priority
over the ramp-function generator setting requested by the "Ramp-function integrator"
function.

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Ramp-function-generator tracking
The ramp-function generator output (r52190) is limited to the following values when ramp-
function generator tracking is active:
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When p50170 = 1 (closed-loop torque control), the following applies:

,$OLPLW™˓PRWRU™.SQDFW 5)*RXWSXW ,$OLPLW™˓PRWRU™.SQDFW

When p50170 = 0 (closed-loop current control), the following applies:

,$OLPLW™.SQDFW 5)*RXWSXW ,$OLPLW™.SQDFW

Φmotor Scaled motor flux (1 at rated excitation current)

nact Actual speed value (r52167)
+Mlimit Smallest positive torque limit (r52143)
-Mlimit Smallest negative torque limit (r52144)
+IA.limit Smallest positive current limit (r52131)
-IA.limit Smallest negative current limit (r52132)
Kp Active speed controller gain
If, however, the value added to nact would be less than 1%, then +1% or is –1% is added.
The "Ramp-function generator tracking" function prevents the ramp-function generator value
from straying too far from the actual speed value if the torque or current limit has been
reached.
Note:
When ramp-function generator tracking is active, the filtering time of the speed setpoint
p50228 should be low (ideally = 0).

Limiting after ramp-function generator

This limiting stage can be used by freely selecting the input signal, completely independently
from the ramp-function generator.
A distinguishing feature of this type of limiting is that lower limiting can also be set to positive
values and upper limiting to negative values (see p50300 and p50301). In this case, a limit
set using this method acts as a lower limit (lower limiting value) for the output signal of the
ramp-function generator, with the sign inverted.
Example:
p50632.01-04 = 1 (= 100.00%)
p50300 = 100.00 (%)
p50301 = 10.00 (%)
p50633.01-04 = 9 (= -100.00%)
results in the value range of r52170 being limited to between +10.00% and +100.00%.

Velocity signal dv/dt (r52191)

This signal specifies the change in ramp-function generator output r52190 during the time
set in p50542.

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Braking distance (r52047, r52048)

This signal specifies the distance that the drive would travel if, e.g. it would be stopped using
an OFF1 command.
This braking distance is calculated under the assumption that at the ramp-function generator
input, a speed setpoint of 0 would be input and the speed actual value would go down to 0
with the set ramp-down time and the set rounding-off.
The braking distance calculation is only correct if, during braking, the ramp-down time and
the rounding-off do not change.
The braking distance is output in the same unit as the encoder position actual value r0482.
This means that one encoder revolution corresponds to a value of p400×2^p418
The braking distance is available in two different data formats:
● r52047 has the Unsigned32 data type
● r52048 has the FloatingPoint32 data type

10.9.2 Jog
See also function diagram 3125 in the SINAMICS DCM List Manual.
The JOG function can be applied via the binectors selected using p50435 index .00 to .07,
and via control word bit 8 and bit 9 (r898.8 & r898.9) (see function diagram for logic
operation).
The "Jog" function can only be executed if "Switch off" and "Operation enable" have been
applied.
The "Jog" function is applied by one or more of the sources referred to (binectors, control
word bits) entering the log. "1" state. During this, each source is assigned a setpoint (to be
selected using p50436).
If two or more sources apply the "Jog" function at the same time, then 0 is applied as the jog
setpoint.
For each source (binector, control word bit) with which the "Jog" function can be applied,
p50437 may be used to determine whether the ramp-function generator is bypassed
(binector r53170.11). In this case, the ramp-function generator operates with ramp-up time =
0 and ramp-down time = 0.

Procedure for applying jog:

If "Jog" is applied, the system is switched on and the jog setpoint applied via the ramp-
function generator. For this procedure, refer to the section titled "Switch on/Switch off
(ON/OFF1)".

Procedure for withdrawing jog:

Once the "Jog" function has been withdrawn, the procedure begins in the same way as the
"Switch off" function, as outlined in the section titled "Switch on/Switch off (ON/OFF1)". Once
n < nmin, the controller is disabled and, following a parameterizable time (p50085) of 0 to 60
s, the line contactor is opened (operating state o7.0 or higher). While the wait time that can
be parameterized using p50085 (max. 60.0 s.) is running, the drive remains in operating
state o1.3.

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10.9.3 Creep
See also function diagram 3130 in the SINAMICS DCM List Manual.
The "Creep" function can be activated in operating state o7 and the "Operation" state while
"Operation enable" applies.
"Creep" is applied by means of one or more of the binectors selected using p50440 entering
the log. "1" state. During this, each binector is assigned a setpoint (to be selected using
p50441). If "Creep" is applied by several binectors, their corresponding setpoints are added
together.
For each source (binector) with which the "Creep" function can be applied, p50442 may be
used to determine whether the ramp-function generator is bypassed (binector r53170.12). In
this case, the ramp-function generator operates with ramp-up time = 0 and ramp-down time
= 0.

Level/Edge

P50445 = 0: Level-controlled
Binector selected using p50440= 0: No creep
Binector selected using p50440= 1: Creep
P50445 = 1: Edge-triggered
The application of the "Creep" function is saved when the binector makes the
0 → 1 transition. The binector selected using p50444 must be in the log. "1"
state at this point. The memory is reset when this binector enters the log. "0"
state.

Procedure for applying creep:

If "Creep" is applied in operating state o7, the system is switched on and the creep setpoint
is applied via the ramp-function generator.
If "Creep" is applied in the "Operation" state, the drive uses the ramp-function generator to
travel from the operating speed to the creep setpoint.

Procedure for withdrawing creep:

For "Creep" when the "Switch on" command is not present:
If all binectors that apply the "Creep" function enter the log. "0" state, the controller is
disabled and the line contactor is opened (operating state o7.0 or higher) after n < nmin.
For "Creep" from the "Operation" state:
If all binectors that apply the "Creep" function enter the log. "0" state, and the conditions for
the "Operation" state are still present, the drive uses the ramp-function generator to travel
from the set creep speed to the operating speed.
See also the section titled "Switch on/Switch off (ON/OFF1)" for information on edge
triggering, automatic restart, and the effect of current and torque limits when decelerating.

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10.9.4 Fixed setpoint

See also function diagram 3115 in the SINAMICS DCM List Manual.
The "Fixed setpoint" function can be applied via the binectors selected using p50435 index
.00 to .07, p50680 and p50681 (see function diagram for logic operation).
"Fixed setpoint" is applied by one of more of the sources referred to (binectors) entering the
log. "1" state. During this, each source is assigned a setpoint (to be selected using p50431).
If "Fixed setpoint" is applied by several sources at the same time, their corresponding
setpoints are added together (limited to ±200%).
For each source with which "Fixed setpoint" can be applied, p50432 may be used to
determine whether the ramp-function generator is bypassed. In this case, the ramp-function
generator operates with ramp-up time = 0 and ramp-down time = 0.

Response when "Fixed setpoint" is applied:

The fixed setpoint is switched in instead of the r52211 setpoint.

Withdrawal of "Fixed setpoint":

If all possible sources for switching in the fixed setpoint are in the log. "0" state again, r52211
is switched through as a setpoint.

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10.10 Encoder evaluation

General information
The SINAMICS DC MASTER can evaluate speed/position encoders.
2 encoders can be evaluated simultaneously. Encoder 1 is connected to connector X177 on
the CUD. Encoder 2 is connected to encoder module SMC30, which is connected via Drive-
CLiQ with the CUD.
Encoder 1 is often referred to as the motor encoder as it is normally attached directly to the
motor.
Encoder 2 is often referred to as the load encoder as it is normally attached directly to the
load.

Table 10- 17 Supported encoder types

Setting for p0400 Encoder type Encoder 1 Encoder 2

p0400[0] p0400[1]
0 No encoder ✓ ✓
3001 1024 HTL A/B R ✓ ✓
3002 1024 TTL A/B R ✓ ✓
3003 2048 HTL A/B R ✓ ✓
3005 1024 HTL A/B ✓ ✓
3006 1024 TTL A/B ✓ ✓
3007 2048 HTL A/B ✓ ✓
3008 2048 TTL A/B ✓ ✓
3009 1024 HTL A/B unipolar ✓ ✓
3011 2048 HTL A/B unipolar ✓ ✓
3020 2048 TTL A/B R, with sense x ✓
3081 SSI, Singleturn, 24 V x ✓
3082 SSI, Multiturn 4096, 24 V x ✓
3090 4096, HTL, A/B, SSI, Singleturn x ✓
9999 User Defined ✓ ✓
20000 Encoder from OEM list x ✓
✓ = encoder type is supported
x = encoder type is not supported, setting not permitted

The encoder evaluation determines the current actual speed value and the actual position
value for both encoders. (See function diagrams 4704, 4710 and 4711 in the List Manual).
Furthermore, for both encoders the encoder control word and the encoder status word
according to PROFIdrive are available. (See function diagrams 4720, 4730 and 4735 in the
List Manual).
PROFIdrive V4.1 is the PROFIBUS profile for drive technology with a wide range of
applications in production and process automation systems.

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Note
PROFIdrive for drive technology is standardized and described in the following document:
References: /P5/ PROFIdrive Profile Drive Technology

10.10.1 Actual speed values

The calculation of the actual speed value can be seen in the following function diagrams:
● FP4710 (for encoder 1)
● FP4711 (for encoder 2)
The actual speed values of the encoders are always available as freely interconnected BICO
outputs.
● r0061[0]: Actual speed value for encoder 1
● r0061[1] = r3370: Actual speed value for encoder 2
If you want to use an actual speed value from the encoder as an actual-value input, you
need to set the actual speed value selection p50083 to 1 (for encoder 1) or to 5 (for encoder
2). See FP6810.
The maximum speed (i.e. the 100 % speed) is set via p2000 in both cases.

10.10.1.1 Encoder 1 actual position value 1 (G1_XIST1)

● Resolution: Encoder pulses × 2n
n: Fine resolution, number of bits for the internal multiplication
The fine resolution is specified via p0418.
● Used to transfer the cyclic actual position value to the controller.
● The transferred value is a relative, free-running actual value.
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● An overflow in Gx_XIST1 must be viewed from the higher-level controller.

● There is no modulo interpretation of Gx_XIST1 in the drive.

10.10.1.2 Encoder 1 actual position value 2 (G1_XIST2)

Different values are entered in Gx_XIST2 depending on the function.
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Error code in Gn_XIST2

Table 10- 18 Error code in Gn_XIST2

n_XIST2 Meaning Possible causes / description

1 Encoder fault One or more existing encoder faults.
Detailed information in accordance with drive messages.
2 Zero mark monitoring –
3 Abort parking sensor • Parking drive object already selected.
4 Abort reference mark • A fault exists (Gn_ZSW.15 = 1)
search
• Encoder has no zero marker (reference mark)
• Reference mark 2, 3 or 4 is requested
• Command "Read value x" set during search for reference mark
• Inconsistent position measured value with distance-coded reference marks.
5 Abort, retrieve reference • More than four values requested
value
• No value requested
• Requested value not available
6 Not relevant -
7 Abort get measured value • More than one value requested
• No value requested.
• Requested value not available
• Parking encoder active
• Parking drive object active
8 Abort absolute value • Absolute encoder not available
transmission on
• Alarm bit absolute value protocol set
3841 Function not supported –

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10.10.1.3 Encoder 2 actual position value 1 (G2_XIST1)

● See G1_XIST1

10.10.1.4 Encoder 2 actual position value 2 (G2_XIST2)

● See G1_XIST2

10.10.2 Control and status words for encoders

Description
An encoder interface is defined in the PROFIBUS Profile for drive technology (PROFIdrive
V4.1). This interface defines a control and status word for encoders.
They are available in the following parameters:
● r0480[0] = G1_STW encoder 1 control word
● r0480[1] = G2_STW encoder 2 control word
● r0481[0] = G1_ZSW encoder 1 status word
● r0481[1] = G2_ZSW encoder 2 status word
The bit assignments of the control and status words for the encoders can be seen in the
following function diagrams:
● FP4720 (control word for encoders 1 and 2)
● FP4730 (status word for encoders 1 and 2)

10.10.2.1 Encoder n control word (Gn_STW, n = 1, 2)

Encoder n control word (Gn_STW, n = 1, 2)

The encoder control word controls the encoder functions.

Table 10- 19 Description of the individual signals in Gn_STW

Bit Name Signal status, description

0 Reference mark Functions Request reference mark search:
1 search Bit Meaning
2 0 Function 1 Reference mark 1
3 1 Function 2 Reference mark 2
2 Function 3 Reference mark 3
3 Function 4 Reference mark 4
Note:
• Bit x = 1 Request function
Bit x = 0 Do not request function

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Bit Name Signal status, description

• The following applies if more than 1 function is activated:

The values for all functions cannot be read until each activated function
has terminated and this has been confirmed in the corresponding status
bit (ZSW.0/.1/.2/.3 "0" signal again).
• Reference mark search

It is possible to search for a reference mark.

4 Command Bit 6, 5, 4 Meaning
5 000 –
6 001 Activate function x
010 Read value x
011 Cancel function
(x: function selected via bit 0-3)
7 Mode 0 Reference mark search (fine resolution via p0418)
1 Not permitted
8...12 Reserved –
13 Request cyclic absolute value 1 Request cyclic transfer of the absolute actual position value in
Gn_XIST2.
Used for (e.g.):
• Additional measuring system monitoring
• Synchronization during power up
0 No request
14 Parking encoder 1 Request parking encoder (handshake with Gn_ZSW bit 14)
0 No request
15 Acknowledge encoder fault 0/1 Request to reset encoder errors

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10.10 Encoder evaluation

Details on Gn_STW.14 (parking encoder)

When an encoder is parked, the encoder being addressed is switched to inactive (r0146 =
0). Monitoring of a certain encoder is suppressed.
Control is carried out via the encoder control/status words of the cyclic telegram
(Gn_STW.14 and Gn_ZSW.14).
To activate encoder parking, the drive must be stopped (e.g. via STW1.0 (OFF1).


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10.10.2.2 Encoder n status word (Gn_ZSW, n = 1, 2)

Encoder n status word (Gn_ZSW, n = 1, 2)

The encoder status word is used to display states, errors and acknowledgements.

Table 10- 20 Description of the individual signals in Gn_ZSW

Bit Name Signal status, description

0 Reference Status: Applies to reference mark search
1 mark search, Function 1 - 4 Bit Meaning
measurement active
2 0 Function 1 Reference mark 1
3 1 Function 2 Reference mark 2
2 Function 3 Reference mark 3
3 Function 4 Reference mark 4
Note:
• Bit x = 1 function active
Bit x = 0 function inactive
4 Status: Applies to reference mark search
5 Value 1 - 4 Bit Meaning
available
6 4 Value 1 Reference mark 1
7 5 Value 2 Reserved
6 Value 3 Reserved

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Bit Name Signal status, description

7 Value 4 Reserved
Note:
• Bit x = 1 value available
Bit x = 0 value not available
• Only one value can be retrieved at a time.

Reason: There is only one common status word Gn_XIST2 to read the values.
8 Reserved 1 -
0 -
9 Reserved 1 -
0 -
10 Reserved -
11 Encoder fault acknowledge 1 Encoder fault acknowledge active
active Note:
See STW.15 (acknowledge encoder fault)
0 No acknowledgement active
12 Reserved -
13 Transmit absolute value 1 Acknowledgement for Gn_STW.13 (request absolute value cyclically)
cyclically Note:
Cyclic transmission of the absolute value can be interrupted by a function
with higher priority.
• See Gn_XIST2
0 No acknowledgement
14 Parking encoder 1 Parking encoder active (i.e. parking encoder switched off)
0 No active parking encoder
15 Encoder fault 1 Fault from encoder or actual-value sensing pending.
Note:
The error code is stored in Gn_XIST2.
0 No error is pending.

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10.11 Speed controller

10.11 Speed controller

The speed controller is a PI controller with the following additional properties:
Start pulse
When starting the speed controller (i.e. when the controller is enabled) the I component can
start with a selectable value. This is necessary for suspended/hanging loads in order to
prevent the load from briefly sagging.
Adaptation
P gain and integral action time can be changed as a function of any signal (e.g. from the
speed actual value).
Droop
Droop (which can be switched in) can be implemented by feeding back the I component to
the input. As a consequence, the controller does not precisely control to the setpoint, but
permits a continuous setpoint-actual value deviation.
This is required, for example, if two drives are mechanically coupled with one another (e.g.
for a production machine where drives are coupled through the material web being
processed. In this case, the droop prevents that the two drives start to operate against one
another, although both operate with closed-loop speed control. In the case that a mechanical
connection is interrupted (e.g. if the material web breaks), then the speed of the drive
operating with droop only slightly changes.
Reference model
The reference model represents the P-controlled speed control loop and creates an
appropriately processed speed setpoint for the I-component. This means that the I-
component largely plays no role for setpoint changes, with the consequent improved,
overshoot-free response.
The reference model contains a PT2 element and a dead time element to emulate the
controlled system. See function charts 6810 and 6815.
Further, it is possible to feed in an external reference model (e.g. generated using DDC
function charts).
The reference model is set using the following parameters:
p50237 natural frequency
p50238 damping
p50239 deadtime
p50240 activation
The reference model is correctly set when the characteristics of the reference model output
(r52154) and the actual speed value (r52167) are virtually identical when the I-component of
the speed controller (p50224 = 0) is disabled.

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Example:
The following diagram shows the step response of the speed controller after carrying out the
optimization run, if the reference model is not activated.

r52174 Speed setpoint

r52167 Speed actual value

The following diagram shows the setting of the reference model.

r52154 Reference model output

r52167 Speed actual value

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The following diagram shows the step response of the speed controller if the same controller
parameters are set as above, however, with the reference model activated.

r52174 Speed setpoint

r52167 Speed actual value

Note
See Chapter "Commissioning", Section "Manual optimization" for the procedure to manually
optimize the speed controller

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10.12 Adaptation of the armature and field current controller

10.12 Adaptation of the armature and field current controller

The current controller (armature current controller and field current controller) of the
SINAMICS DCM operate with a controlled system that is very non-linear.

Types of non-linearity
There are 2 types of non-linearity:
1. Non-linearity of the gating unit:
In the armature circuit, there is a significant difference in the controlled system gain (= line-
commutated thyristor converter in the B6 bridge connection) between discontinuous and
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10.12 Adaptation of the armature and field current controller

2. Non-linearity of the load inductance (= armature circuit or field circuit of the motor):
At higher currents, both the armature winding as well as the field winding - or also when
there is a smoothing reactor available in the armature circuit, can go into the magnetic
saturation range; as a consequence, they can have a significantly lower inductance than at
low currents.
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Inductance at the rated motor current:
L(I_Mot) = p50111×p51591 (La×λa) or p50116×p51597 (Lf×λf)

Effect of the adaptation

The SINAMICS DCM converter provides the option of adapting the gain of the armature
current controller or the field current controller to the existing non-linearities:
Compensating gating unit non-linearities:
The controller gain is normally set so that in the range of the largest controlled system gain
(i.e. where the armature is in the discontinuous current range or for the field, with a firing
angle of 90°) the required control behavior is obtained. For other currents, the current
controller becomes appropriately slower. When the current controller adaptation is activated,
the current controller gain is increased inversely proportional to the controlled system gain.
As a consequence, the controller behavior is approximately the same at any current.
Compensating non-linear inductances:
The controller gain is normally set so that at a high current, the required control behavior is
obtained. At low currents, the current controller becomes appropriately slower. When the
current controller adaptation is activated, the current controller gain is increased
proportionally to the inductance. As a consequence, the controller behavior is approximately
the same at any current.

Activating the controller adaptation

The current controller adaptation is not activated in the factory setting.
Reason:
When the adaptation is set, this means that the control behavior must be precisely checked
at various currents. In many applications, the improved control behavior that can be thus
achieved isn't necessary anyway. This is why in these cases it doesn't make any sense to
"invest" this time when commissioning the system.

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Setting the armature current controller adaptation

With the armature current controller, it is possible to calculate the adaptation using p50570
from the actual value or from the setpoint of the armature current. The adaptation to non-
linear inductances can be activated using p50571, the discontinuous-continuous current
adaptation can be activated using p50572. The adaptation factor can be limited using
p50573. In order to be able to incorporate the adaptation at the armature current controller,
connector output r52350 must be interconnected to connector input p50175 (Kp adaptation).
With this intervention, the armature current controller gain is increased or decreased
depending on the armature current actual value and/or setpoint (this is selected using
p50570). The calculations of the adaptations are now created to change the gain.

Setting the field current controller adaptation

For the field current controller, it is possible to calculate the adaptation from the actual value
or from the setpoint of the field current using p50575. The adaptation to non-linear
inductances can be activated using p50576; the adaptation to the non-linearity of the gating
unit, can be activated using p50577. The adaptation factor can be limited using p50578. In
order to be able to incorporate the adaptation at the field current controller, connector output
r52355 must be interconnected to connector input p50267 (Kp adaptation). With this
intervention, the field current controller gain can be increased or decreased depending on
the field current actual value and/or setpoint (this is selected using p50570). The calculations
of the adaptations are only set-up to change the gain.

The corresponding function diagrams show additional details regarding how to activate the
gain adaptation and the various setting options:

FP 6853 Calculating the adaptation factor for the armature current controller gain
FP 6855 Intervention to adapt the armature current controller gain
(p50175 = r52350 establishes the intervention)
FP 6908 Calculating the adaptation factor for the armature current controller gain
intervention to adapt the armature current controller gain
(p50267 = r52355 establishes the intervention)

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10.13 Technology controller

10.13 Technology controller

Features
Simple control functions can be implemented with the technology controller, e.g.:
● Level control
● Temperature control
● Dancer position control
● Pressure control
● Flow control
● Simple closed-loop controls without higher-level controller
● Tension control
The technology controller features:
● Two scalable setpoints
● Scalable output signal
● The output limits can be activated and deactivated via the ramp-function generator.
● The D component can be switched into the control deviation or actual value channel.

Description
The technology controller is designed as a PID controller, whereby the differentiator can be
switched to the control deviation channel or the actual value channel (factory setting). The P,
I, and D components can be set separately. A value of 0 deactivates the corresponding
component. Setpoints can be specified via two connector inputs. The setpoints can be
scaled via parameters (p2255 and p2256). A ramp-function generator in the setpoint channel
can be used to set the setpoint ramp-up/ramp-down time via parameters p2257 and p2258.
The setpoint and actual value channel each have a smoothing element. The smoothing time
can be set via parameters p2261 and p2265.
Pre-control can be integrated via a connector input.
The output can be scaled via parameter p2295 and the control direction reversed. It can be
limited via parameters p2291 and p2292 and interconnected as required via a connector
output (r2294).
The actual value can be fed in, for example, via an analog input.
If a PID controller has to be used for control reasons, the D component is switched to the
setpoint/actual value difference (p2263 = 1) unlike in the factory setting. This is always
necessary when the D component is to be effective, even if the reference variable changes.
The D component can only be activated when p2274 > 0.

Commissioning with STARTER

The "technology controller" function module can be activated via the commissioning wizard
or the drive configuration (configure DDS).
You can check the actual configuration in parameter r0108.16.

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Application example: Level control

The objective here is to maintain a constant level in the container.
This is carried out by means of a variable-speed pump in conjunction with a sensor for
measuring the level.
The level is determined via an analog input and sent to the technology controller. The level
setpoint is defined in a fixed setpoint. The resulting controlled variable is used as the setpoint
for the speed controller.

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Table 10- 21 Important parameters for the level control

Parameter Designation Example

p50625 n_set after the ramp-function generator p50625= r2294 Tec_ctrl outp_sig
p2200 BI: Technology controller enable p2200 = 1 Technology controller enabled
p2253 CI: Technology controller setpoint 1 p2253 = r52401 fixed value
p2263 Technology controller type p2263 = 1 D component in fault signal
p2264 CI: Technology controller actual value p2264 = r52015 analog input AI1 of the CUD
(XACTUAL)
p2280 Technology controller p-gain p2280 Determine by optimization
p2285 Technology controller integral action time p2285 Determine by optimization

Function diagrams (see the SINAMICS DCM List Manual)

● 7958 Closed-loop control (r0108.16 = 1)

Overview of important parameters (see the SINAMICS DCM List Manual)

● p2200 BI: Technology controller enable
● p2253[0...n] CI: Technology controller setpoint 1
● p2254[0...n] CI: Technology controller setpoint 2
● p2255 Technology controller setpoint 1 scaling
● p2256 Technology controller setpoint 2 scaling
● p2257 Technology controller ramp-up time
● p2258 Technology controller ramp-down time
● p2261 Technology controller setpoint filter time constant
● p2263 Technology controller type
● p2264[0...n] CI: Technology controller actual value
● p2265 Technology controller actual value filter time constant
● p2280 Technology controller proportional gain
● p2285 Technology controller integral action time
● p2289[0...n] CI: Technology controller pre-control signal
● p2295 Technology controller output scaling

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10.14 Switch-on command for holding or operational brake

10.14 Switch-on command for holding or operational brake

see also the SINAMICS DCM List Manual, function diagram 2750
The signal for controlling the brake is available at binector r53210[0]:
r53210[0] = 1 ⇒ close brake
r53210[0] = 0 ⇒ open brake
This binector must be wired to a digital output in order to activate a brake; see function
diagrams 2055, 2060, and 2065 in the SINAMICS DCM List Manual.
The following parameters affect the function of the brake-control signal:

p50080 = 0 No brake
p50080 = 1 The brake is a holding brake:
The "Close brake" command is only applied when n < nmin (p50370, p50371).
p50080 = 2 The brake is an operational brake:
The "Close brake" command is applied even if the motor is running.
p50087 Brake-release time:
A positive value prevents the motor from working against a brake that is
currently being released.
A negative value causes the motor to work against a brake that is still closed
in order to prevent a short-term torque-free state.
p50088 Brake-closing time:
Causes the motor to keep applying torque while the brake is closing
p50319 Delay time for ramp-function generator enable:
Following a controller enable, the setpoint 0 is applied during the time set
here. This time should be set so that the brake has actually been released
once it has elapsed. This is mainly necessary when p50087 is set to a
negative value.
The figures below illustrate the brake-control timing interval when a level change occurs at
the "Switch on/Shutdown" (terminal X177.12) and "Operation enable" (terminal X177.13)
inputs.
Where brake control is concerned, the "Jog", "Creep", or "Quick stop" input commands act in
the same way as "Switch on/Switch off", and the "Disconnection" or "E-STOP" input
commands act in the same way as when the "Operation enable" command is withdrawn.
The "Close brake" command is output during the optimization run for precontrol and current
controller (p50051 = 24 and 25).

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<5> Time for brake to be closed, during which motor continues to apply torque (p50088)

Figure 10-43 Holding brake (p50080 = 1), brake-release time (p50087) positive

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Figure 10-45 Holding brake (p50080 = 1), brake-release time (p50087) negative

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10.15 Switching on auxiliary circuits

10.15 Switching on auxiliary circuits

This function serves as a switch on command for auxiliaries (e.g. motor fans).
The "Switch on auxiliaries" signal is available at binector r53210[2]:
r53210[2] = 0 ⇒ auxiliaries OFF
r53210[2] = 1 ⇒ auxiliaries ON
This binector must be wired to a digital output in order to activate the auxiliary circuit; See
SINAMICS DCM List Manual, function diagrams 2055, 2060 and 2065.
The "Switch on auxiliaries" signal goes to 1 at the same time as the "Switch on" command.
After this, the system stays in operating state o6.0 for a time that can be parameterized
(p50093). only once this has elapsed is the line contactor closed.
When the "Switch off" command is applied, the firing pulses are disabled and the line
contactor drops out after n < nmin. After a time that can be parameterized (p50094), the
"Switch on auxiliaries" signal goes to 0. If, however, the "Switch on" command is issued
before this time elapses, the system does not stay in operating state o6.0; instead, the line
contactor is closed instantaneously.

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10.16 Operating hours counter, unit fan

10.16 Operating hours counter, unit fan

A fan for the power unit can be controlled via r53135[0]. The isolated relay output terminal
120/121 is available to control the fan.

Operating hours counter

Every unit fan has an operating hours counter. The counter states are displayed at
parameter r50960 [0..4].

r50960[0..3] Operating hours counter for the fans connected at the internal unit connectors
XV1 to XV4
r50960[4] For SINAMICS DCM Control Modules, operating hours counter for the fan
controlled via r53135[0].
The operating hours counter is incremented, if
● SINAMICS DCM switches-on the corresponding fan AND
● it actually rotates
i.e. the speed is higher than 5 % of the response threshold of the fan monitoring (this
does not apply to r50960[4])
The operating hours counters for unit fans that are not available are not incremented.

Monitoring the fan lifetime

The planned lifetime for each fan is set at p50961[0...4]; the factory setting is 30000 hours.
Alarm A60165 is output 500 hours before the planned lifetime is reached. It is recommended
that the corresponding fan is replaced at the next opportunity when the system is not
operational (scheduled downtime).
If the lifetime for a fan is set to zero (p50961[0...4] = 0.0 hours), then the fan lifetime
monitoring for this fan is disabled.
The corresponding operating hours counter is reset to 0 by setting parameter p50962[0..4] to
1. This should be done each time that a fan is replaced!
See also the SINAMICS DCM List Manual, function diagram 8045.

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10.17 Thermal overload protection for the DC motor (I2t monitoring of the motor)

10.17 Thermal overload protection for the DC motor (I2t monitoring of the
motor)
I2t monitoring protects the motor against impermissible loads.

CAUTION
No full motor protection
I2t monitoring only provides an approximate representation of the motor's thermal image.
If the electronics power supply fails, then the calculated preload of the motor is lost. When
switching-on again, the system assumes an unloaded motor!
For p50114 = 0, the I2t monitoring is disabled.

Adaptation

Table 10- 22 Parameter settings for I2t monitoring

Parameter Data
p50114 Thermal time constant Time constant [s] with which I2t monitoring is to operate
p50100 Rated armature current Determination of permissible continuous current for motor:
p50113 Continuous-current factor Permissible continuous current = p50100 × p50113

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Advance-alarm characteristic/Shutdown characteristic

If, for example, the motor load is constantly at around 125% of the permissible continuous
current for the motor, alarm A60037 responds after a time constant (p50114) has elapsed. If
there is no reduction in the load, the drive is shut down when the shutdown characteristic is
reached, and error message F60137 is displayed.
Advance-alarm/shutdown times for other loads may be taken from the diagram below.
I2t monitoring of the motor: Alarm triggering and fault triggering
The diagrams below show the time after which an alarm or fault is triggered when a new,
constant load is suddenly switched in following an extended period of preloading (> 5×T_th).
T_th = p50114 .. - thermal time constant of motor


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10.17 Thermal overload protection for the DC motor (I2t monitoring of the motor)

Determining the thermal equivalent time constant (p50114)

It should be noted that the thermal equivalent time constant depends on the maximum
overcurrent.
Thermal equivalent time constant of DC motors 1G . 5/1H . 5 according to Catalog DA12 T
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Notes
● Please observe the manufacturer's specifications if you are using other motor types.
● If you are using DC motors 1G.5/1H.5 as per Catalog DA12, p50113 must be set to 1.00.

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10.18 Measuring the motor temperature

10.18 Measuring the motor temperature

SINAMICS DCM provides the possibility of evaluating a temperature sensor integrated in the
motor. (see the SINAMICS DCM List Manual, function diagram 8030).
The following measuring sensors can be evaluated.
● KTY84
approx. 350 Ω up to approx. 2600 Ω at -40 °C to +300 °C
positive temperature coefficient, almost a linear characteristic

Figure 10-49 Characteristic KTY84

● PTC thermistor acc. to DIN 44081 / 44082

600 Ω, 1200 Ω, 1330 Ω or 2660 Ω response temperature
positive temperature coefficient, the resistance changes suddenly at the response
temperature
Note:
It is not possible to determine the actual temperature, it is only possible to identify as to
whether the response temperature has been exceeded - or not.
● PT100
approx. 80 Ω to approx. 280 Ω at -40 °C to +500 °C
positive temperature coefficient, almost a linear characteristic

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10.18 Measuring the motor temperature

● NTC thermistor K227/S1/1.8 kΩ/KER

approx. 200 Ω at 190 °C to 1.8 kΩ at 100 °C

Figure 10-50 Characteristic K227

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10.19 Speed-dependent current limitation

10.19 Speed-dependent current limitation

Speed-dependent current limitation protects the DC motor's commutator and brushes at high
speeds.
The settings required for this (p50104 to p50107) must be taken from the motor rating plate.
Additionally, the maximum operating speed of the motor (p50108) must be entered; this must
match the actual maximum operating speed.
The actual maximum operating speed is determined as follows:
● Using p2000 in cases where the actual speed value comes from an incremental encoder
● Using p50741 in cases where the actual speed value comes from an analog tachometer
● Using p50115 in the case of operation without a tachometer
Aside from this, speed-dependent current limitation must be activated by setting p50109 to 1.

CAUTION

Making an incorrect setting for speed-dependent current limitation can lead to excessive
stress on the commutator and brushes, which in turn results in a significantly reduced
service life for the brushes.

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10.19 Speed-dependent current limitation

Setting speed-dependent current limitation for motors with a bend in the commutation characteristic

= Motor rating plate data

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10.20 Thyristor blocking voltage calculation

10.20 Thyristor blocking voltage calculation

The SINAMICS DCM converter offers the possibility of continually determining the voltage
available at each individual thyristor of the armature converter. The voltage is used to identify
which armature thyristors are presently conducting and which are presently blocked.
This information is available via BICOs (see function diagram 6950).
This information is used for the following functions as input variable:
● Inverter commutation fault detection and initiation of the CCP
The thyristor that is relinquishing the current must assume the blocking voltage,
otherwise, commutation was unsuccessful.
● Torque direction changeover (sequential logic module)
Before a thyristor of the new torque direction is triggered, all thyristors associated with the
old torque direction must be blocked. The condition is evaluated in addition to the Ia=0
message.
The voltage at the armature thyristors is determined from the following measured values:
● 2 phase-to-phase line supply voltages (UV, VW)
● Voltage at a thyristor (for 4Q: Anti-parallel thyristor pair) (X13/X26)
● DC voltage (Va)

Selecting the thyristor blocking voltage calculation using p50166:

The thyristor blocking voltage calculation is only really required in just a few applications and
requires approx. 5% processor utilization; this is the reason that it is deactivated in the
factory setting.

p50166 = 0Thyristor blocking voltage monitoring not active (factory setting)

= 1Thyristor blocking voltage monitoring active
Activation is recommended if a motor is not connected to the armature converter, but a very
large inductance.

Note
The thyristor blocking voltage calculation function is available from the version of module
C98043-A7117-L1-5 onwards (voltage sensing). You can find this information on the bar
code label of the module.

Note
The thyristor blocking voltage calculation only functions for armature voltage sensing via
A7117.

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10.21 Automatic restart

10.21 Automatic restart

"Automatic restart" means:
When brief interruptions in the network (such as voltage dips) occur, the SINAMICS DC
MASTER does not enter the "FAULT" operating state immediately, but instead blocks the
armature firing pulses before automatically re-enabling them once the network returns to
normal.
"Brief" refers to a time that is shorter than the time set at p50086 (= hot restart time)
During the brief pulse inhibit period that is initiated when faults occur in the network, the
SINAMICS DC MASTER waits in operating state o4.0 (for power system faults in the
armature circuit) or o5.1 (for power system faults in the field circuit).
If the network does not return to normal during the hot restart time, the relevant fault is
triggered as soon as it elapses.
The following faults relate to the "Automatic restart" function:

F60004 Armature circuit phase failure (1U1, 1V1, 1W1)

F60005 Field circuit phase failure (3U1, 3W1)
F60006 Undervoltage (armature current or field current)
F60007 Overvoltage (armature current or field current)
F60008 Line frequency too low (armature current or field current)
F60009 Line frequency too high (armature current or field current)

Note
There is no automatic restart when the electronics power supply fails.

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10.22 Operation connected to a single-phase line supply

10.22 Operation connected to a single-phase line supply

A SINAMICS DCM Control Module cannot be operated connected to a single-phase line
supply.

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10.23 Connecting units in parallel and in series

10.23 Connecting units in parallel and in series

Topology overview
Several SINAMICS DCM converters can be arranged in various topologies. The following
topologies are supported:
● 6-pulse parallel connection
This topology is used in order to realize converter power ratings that are above the
highest available SINAMICS DCM rating.
● 12-pulse parallel connection
This topology is especially used at higher power ratings to achieve lower line harmonics.
In addition, by using this circuit, a lower DC current ripple is obtained when compared to
a 6-pulse connection. One or several 6-pulse converters can be connected in parallel to
each of the two 12-pulse converters connected in parallel.
● 6-pulse series connection
This topology is used to achieve a higher no-load DC voltage.
The following versions are available:
– Both converters are operated with the same firing angle.
– Sequence control (one of the two converters is always at a control limit, the other
converter controls the armature current)
– Series connection of a controlled converter with an uncontrolled converter (thyristor
bridge B2 + diode rectifier)
One or several converters can be connected in parallel to each of the converters
connected in series to increase the power rating.
● 12-pulse series connection
The topology corresponds to a 6-pulse series connection. In addition, a lower DC current
ripple is obtained when compared to a 6-pulse connection. One or several converters can
be connected in parallel to each of the converters connected in series to increase the
power rating.

NOTICE
• All of the topologies listed here are only permissible in the restricted line frequency
range from 20 Hz to 65 Hz.
• For all of the topologies listed here, only power units with the same rated DC current,
the same commutating reactors, and the same wiring/busbars may be used!

Note
More information about design is given in the associated application notes (see link in
preface).

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Communication

Note
Before activating the parallel interface (i.e. before setting p51800 > 0), a unique station
address must be set at p51806 on all SINAMICS DCMs. Otherwise, the parallel interface will
not work property.
Remedy in this case: Switch the electronics power supply off and then on.

● In the particular topology, communication between all converters is established via the
parallel interface. The CUDs of all converters should be connected with one another.
● The parallel interface allows a maximum of 16 nodes to communicate.
● The units are connected using 8-core shielded patch cables, type UTP CAT5 in acc. with
ANSI/EIA/TIA 568, such as those that are used to network PCs. A standard 5 m long
cable can be directly purchased from Siemens (Order No.: 6RY1707-0AA08). (n-1)
cables are required to connect n units. The bus termination must be activated at the units
at the start of the bus and at the end of the bus (p51805=1).
● The parallel interface also enables any BICOs (that can be parameterized by the user) to
be exchanged between nodes. See function diagrams 9352 and 9355. Exchanging data
in this way is not required for closed-loop control of the firing pulses or for generating
them, and is available for the user to make use of in any way he or she wishes.
● For additional details on how units are connected in parallel, please refer to function
diagrams 9350, 9352, and 9355.

Control

• For all of the topologies, a SINAMICS DCM is used as the master converter. The other
converters are called slave converters.
• The control commands - switch-on/stop, operating enable, fast stop etc. are fed to the
master converter for all topologies.
At the slave converters, terminals 12 and 13 must be permanently connected to terminal
9. If, in spite of this, a control command is entered at a slave converter, then it has the
following consequences:
OFF1 Has no effect, as long as n<nmin has not been reached, then the
current is reduced to zero at the slave and the slave goes into
operating state o7.0 or o7.1
OFF2 The current is reduced to zero at the slave, then the slave goes into
operating state o10.1 or o10.2
OFF3 no effect, as long as n<nmin has not been reached, then the
current is reduced to zero at the slave and the slave goes into
operating state o9.1 or 9.2
E-STOP The current is reduced to zero at the slave, then the slave goes into
operating state o10.3
Operating enable The current is reduced to zero at the slave, then the slave goes into
operating state o1.1 or o1.

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As long as the master does not receive a switch-on command, the slaves stay in
operating state o10.0 (wait for switch-on from the master).
If the master receives a switch-on command, then it automatically transfers this to the
slaves. Then, all units carry out their switch-on sequence, i.e. they attempt to go into
operating state o0. However, the master waits in operating state o1.7 until all slaves
have reached operating state o0 (exception: n+m operation for a 6-pulse parallel
connection)
If a slave leaves operating state o0, then the master outputs fault message F60044
(exception: n+m operation for a 6-pulse parallel connection)
• The speed setpoint and the speed actual value should be entered at the master
converter.
• The optimization runs should be started at the master converter. The slave converters
must be connected and ready for operation at this point.

Miscellaneous

NOTICE

For a slave converter the i2t monitoring of the motor should be deactivated (p50114=0),
because for a non-symmetrical current, this would then respond at the slave.

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10.23.1 6-pulse parallel connection

Topology
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The topology of a 6-pulse parallel connection, comprising a master converter and two slave
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● Up to 6 units can be connected in parallel.

● When connecting several units in parallel, the master unit should be positioned centrally
due to the signal runtimes. Maximum cable length of the parallel-connection interface
cable between master and slave units at each bus end: 15 m.
● Separate line reactors of the same type are required for each power unit for current
splitting purposes. The difference in reactor tolerances determines the current splitting.
For operation without derating (current reduction), a tolerance of 5% or less is
recommended.

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Extended topology
The topology of a 6-pulse parallel connection, comprising a master converter, one substitute
master, two slave converters, as well as an independent converter is shown in the following
diagram.
The converters SINAMICS DCM 1, DCM 2, DCM 3 and DCM 4 are operated in the n+m
operating mode. The SINAMICS DCM 5 converter is, regarding its power unit, independent
of the others. It only exchanges BICOs with them via the parallel interface.

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Operating modes of the 6-pulse parallel connection

There are 2 operating modes:

Standard mode:
A SINAMICS DCM is defined as the master. This unit carries out the closed-loop speed
control, the closed-loop armature-current control, the line synchronization tasks and
determines the firing points. The firing points and the thyristor pair to be fired are transferred
to the slave units; all the slaves then fire the thyristor pairs at these points.

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n+m mode:
n+m converters are connected in parallel. When up to m converters fail (e.g. a fuse ruptures
in the power unit, a fault message occurs), operation is maintained without any interruption.
For n+m operation, a SINAMICS DCM is defined as master. Additional SINAMICS DCM are
defined as substitute masters. As with the standard mode, the unit defined as the master
carries out the closed-loop speed control, the closed-loop armature current control, the line
synchronization tasks and determines the firing points.
If a slave fails (due to a fuse blowing in the power unit or a fault being output, for example),
operation continues with the remaining converter units. The SINAMICS DCM units that are
still in proper working order continue to operate uninterrupted.
If a master fails (due to a fuse blowing in the power unit or a fault being output, for example)
a substitute master automatically becomes the master and the remaining units continue to
operate uninterrupted.
During configuration, it is important to note that the power produced by n units alone (rather
than n+m units) must also be sufficient for the application in question.
When operating the SINAMICS DCM together with a SIMOREG DC-MASTER Converter
Commutation Protector (CCP), n+m operation must be deactivated.

Versions of the n+m operating mode:

1. n+m mode only in the armature circuit
In this operating mode, when the master fails, only the armature firing pulses and the
upstream closed-loop control (setpoint channel, speed control, armature-current control)
are transferred to the substitute master; however, not the field firing pulses and the
upstream control (EMF control, field current control).
The main application for the operating mode is to supply large inductances (e.g. field
windings of synchronous generators) with the SINAMICS DCM armature converter.
Activation:
At the master and substitute master units, set p51803=1.
2. n+m mode in the armature circuit and in the field circuit
In this operating mode, when the master fails
• the armature firing pulses and the upstream control (setpoint channel, speed control,
armature current control) and
• the field firing pulses and the upstream control (EMF control, field current control)
are transferred to the substitute master.
Activation:
At the master and at the substitute master units, set p51803=2.
Connection:
Outputs 3C and 3D (field DC voltage output) of the master and all substitute masters
must be connected to the motor field winding in parallel.

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Notes:
• When commissioning, after carrying out the optimization (by starting optimization
runs, for example), all parameters set by the optimization runs must be transferred to
all substitute masters.
• Since the field supplies are connected in parallel, part of the overall motor-field
current flows through the freewheeling arm of the respective field power units with
disabled field firing pulses. For detecting the total motor field current (displayed at
parameter r50035), in the actual master, the free-wheeling current detected by the
"partner" device is therefore automatically added.
Therefore, for this operating mode, there must be an intact parallel connection as well
as an intact electronics power supply of the master and the substitute master – these
are prerequisites.
If this operating mode is also to be used after the electronics power supply of the
master or the substitute master fails, then the total motor field current actual value
must be externally sensed. The value must be supplied to the master and substitute
master using p50612.
• Generally speaking, the master function is only transferred from the active master to
the substitute master via telegram and an intact parallel interface. Even if the
master's electronic power supply fails, the master still has enough time to transmit a
telegram for the purpose of transferring the master function.
• As soon as the parallel connection is interrupted (by disconnecting the parallel
connecting cable), it can no longer guaranteed that the master/slave assignment will
be correct. The electronics power supply must be switched off and back on again at
all units!

Notes
● The control commands - switch-on/stop, operating enable, fast stop etc. - must also be
entered at all of the substitute master units.
● The speed setpoint and the speed actual value must be entered at all substitute master
units.

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Parameter assignment

Table 10- 23 6-pulse parallel connection, standard mode

Parameter Master Slave

p51799 Operating principle 0 The same as at the master
p51800 Position in the topology 11 (Master) 12 (Slave)
p51801 Number of send data Any Any
p51802 Minimum number of nodes Number of SINAMICS DCM units Number of SINAMICS DCM units
in this topology in this topology
p51803 n+m mode 0 0
p51804[..] Send data Any Any
p51805 Bus terminator 0 or 1 1) 0 or 1 1)
p51806 Station address Unique address Unique address
p51807 Telegram failure time 0.1 s 0.1 s
p50082 Field operating mode ≠0 0 (no field)
p50076[..] Reduction in rated unit DC current - The same as at the master
p50078[..] Rated value for supply voltage - The same as at the master
p50100 Rated motor current Rated motor current/number of The same as at the master
SINAMICS DCM
p50110 Armature resistance Ra 2) Actual armature resistance × The same as at the master
number of SINAMICS DCM
p50111 Armature inductance La 2) Actual armature inductance × The same as at the master
number of SINAMICS DCM
p51591 La reduction factor 2) - The same as at the master
1) =1 at the two outermost units (= at the physical ends of the bus line)
= 0 on all of the other units
2) The optimization run for current controller and precontrol (p50051 = 25) sets the correct values for these parameters.

Table 10- 24 6-pulse parallel connection n+m operation

Parameter Master Substitute master Slave

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master master
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p51805 Bus terminator 0 or 1 1) 0 or 1 1) 0 or 1 1)
p51806 Station address Unique address Unique address Unique address
p51807 Telegram failure time 0.1 s 0.1 s 0.1 s

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Parameter Master Substitute master Slave

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SINAMICS DCM
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SINAMICS DCM
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2) The optimization run for current controller and precontrol (p50051 = 25) sets the correct values for these parameters.

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10.23.2 12-pulse parallel connection

Note
12-pulse applications
The circuit diagrams in this chapter are block diagrams.
You can find detailed information on interconnecting, dimensioning and parameterizing in the
application document "12-pulse applications".
Support is also available through our Technical Support organization (for contact address,
see the Preface).

Topology
The following diagram shows the topology of a 12-pulse parallel connection.

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The following diagram shows the topology of a 12-pulse parallel connection, where an
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Notes
● The power unit of the slave converter must be connected to the 12-pulse transformer so
that its phases lag the phases of the line supply at the master by 30°. The phase
sequence must be the same.
● If additional converters are connected in parallel to the master converter, then exactly the
same number of converters must also be connected in parallel with the slave converter.

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10.23.3 6-pulse series connection

Topology
The following diagram shows the topology of a 6-pulse series connection of two SINAMICS
DCM.

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The instructions for dimensioning the balancing resistors can be found in an FAQ (for the
link, see the Preface).

Operating modes
There are 2 operating modes:
● Operation with the same firing pulses (p51799 = 0 or p51799 = 31):
Both partial converters are fired at precisely the same point. The master calculates the
firing point and this is transferred to the slave via the parallel interface. Synchronization to
the line supply is exclusively performed by the master. The slave must be connected to
the line supply with the same phase sequence as the master.
● Operation with sequence control (p51799 = 32):
Both partial converters synchronize to the line supply and generate their own firing points.
The firing angle for the master and the firing angle for the slave are calculated by the
master and the firing angle and the torque direction for the slave are transferred to the
slave via the parallel interface. The firing angle for the master and slave are generated so
that the reactive power load of the line supply is as low as possible. This is then the case
if one of the two partial converters is at a control limit and the other carries-out the closed-
loop control. This type of closed-loop control is only possible for continuous current
operation. Operation with the same firing points is automatically selected in the
discontinuous (pulsating) current range.

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Note
● The phase sequence at the master and the slave must be the same.

Parameter assignment
The following parameters should be specifically set for operation with this converter
topology:

Table 10- 25 Parameter assignment, 6-pulse series connection

Parameter Master Slave or parallel units

p51799 Operating principle 0, 31 or 32 The same as at the master
p51800 Position in the topology 31 (Master) 32 (slave)
33 (parallel to the master)
34 (parallel to the slave)
p51801 Number of send data Any Any
p51802 Minimum number of nodes Number of SINAMICS DCM units Number of SINAMICS DCM units
in this topology in this topology
p51803 n+m mode 0 0
p51804[..] Send data Any Any
p51805 Bus terminator 0 or 1 1) 0 or 1 1)
p51806 Station address Unique address Unique address
p51807 Telegram failure time 0.1 s 0.1 s
p50082 Field operating mode ≠0 0 (no field)
p50076[..] Reduction in rated unit DC current - The same as at the master
p50078[..] Rated value for supply voltage - The same as at the master
p50100 Rated motor current - The same as at the master
p50110 Armature resistance Ra 2) - The same as at the master
p50111 Armature inductance La 2) - The same as at the master
p51591 La reduction factor 2) - The same as at the master
1) =1 at the two outermost units (= at the physical ends of the bus line)
= 0 on all of the other units
2) The optimization run for current controller and precontrol (p50051 = 25) sets the correct values for these parameters.

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10.23.4 6-pulse series connection: controlled converter + uncontrolled converter

Topology
The following diagram shows the topology of a 6-pulse series connection of a SINAMICS
DCM 2-quadrant unit and a diode rectifier. (thyristor bridge B2 + diode rectifier)
Remark:
The incoming AC voltage of the controlled converter should be 10% to 15% higher than that
at the controlled converter, in order that the current can be reliably reduced down to 0.

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The instructions for dimensioning the balancing resistors can be found in an FAQ (for the
link, see the Preface).

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Parameter assignment
The following parameters should be specifically set for operation with this converter
topology:

Table 10- 26 Parameter assignment, 6-pulse series connection

Parameter Master Units connected in parallel with

the master
p51798 Voltage at an uncontrolled rectifier Actual voltage as a percentage of The same as at the master
the voltage at the master
(standard: 85 %)
p51799 Operating principle 0 0
p51800 Position in the topology 35 (Master for diode rectifier) 33
p51802 Minimum number of nodes Number of SINAMICS DCM units Number of SINAMICS DCM units
in this topology in this topology
p51807 Telegram failure time 0.0 s 0.1 s
0.1 s if units connected in parallel
are available
p50082 Field operating mode ≠0 0 (no field)
p50076[..] Reduction in rated unit DC current - The same as at the master
p50078[..] Rated value for supply voltage - The same as at the master
p50100 Rated motor current Rated motor current/number of The same as at the master
SINAMICS DCM
p50110 Armature resistance Ra 2) Actual armature resistance × The same as at the master
number of SINAMICS DCM
p50111 Armature inductance La 2) Actual armature inductance × The same as at the master
number of SINAMICS DCM
p51591 La reduction factor 2) - The same as at the master
2) The optimization run for current controller and precontrol (p50051 = 25) sets the correct values for these parameters.

10.23.5 12-pulse series connection

Note
12-pulse applications
The circuit diagrams in this chapter are block diagrams.
You can find detailed information on interconnecting, dimensioning and parameterizing in the
application document "12-pulse applications".
Support is also available through our Technical Support organization (for contact address,
see the Preface).

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Topology
The following diagram shows the topology of a 12-pulse series connection of two SINAMICS
DCM.

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The following diagram shows the topology of a 12-pulse series connection, where an
additional converter is connected in parallel to each of the two 12-pulse converters
connected in series.

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Operating modes
There are 2 operating modes:
● Operation with the same firing pulses (p51799 = 41):
Both partial converters are fired at precisely the same instant. The master calculates the
firing point and this is transferred to the slave via the parallel interface. Synchronization to
the line supply is exclusively performed by the master. The slave must be connected to
the line supply with the same phase sequence as the master.
● Operation with sequence control (p51799 = 42):
Both partial converters synchronize to the line supply and generate their own firing points.
The firing angle for the master and the firing angle for the slave are calculated by the
master and the firing angle and the torque direction for the slave are transferred to the
slave via the parallel interface. The firing angle for the master and slave are generated so
that the reactive power load of the line supply is as low as possible. This is then the case
if one of the two partial converters is at a control limit and the other carries-out the closed-
loop control. This type of closed-loop control is only possible for continuous current
operation. Operation with the same firing points is automatically selected in the
discontinuous (pulsating) current range.

Remark
If the two partial converters operate in the following mode, the current ripple is significantly
higher than operation with the same firing angle. In this case, the current ripple
approximately corresponds to that for 6-pulse operation. Especially in older motors, under
certain circumstances this ripple can cause problems (for example, during commutation).
Therefore, a conscious decision must be made:
● low ripple, but no reduction of the reactive power:
→ operation with the same firing pulses (p51799 = 41)
● low reactive power, but no reduction of the ripple:
→ operation with following control (p51799 = 42)

Note
The power unit of the slave converter must be connected to the 12-pulse transformer so that
its phases lag the phases of the line supply at the master by 30°. The phase sequence must
be the same.

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10.23.6 12-pulse series connection: controlled converter + uncontrolled converter

Note
12-pulse applications
The circuit diagrams in this chapter are block diagrams.
You can find detailed information on interconnecting, dimensioning and parameterizing in the
application document "12-pulse applications".
Support is also available through our Technical Support organization (for contact address,
see the Preface).

Topology
The following diagram shows the topology of a 12-pulse series connection of a SINAMICS
DCM 2-quadrant unit and a diode rectifier. (thyristor bridge B2 + diode rectifier)
Remark:
The incoming AC voltage of the controlled converter should be 10% to 15% higher than that
at the controlled converter, in order that the current can be reliably reduced down to 0.

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10.23.7 Switchover of the power unit topology - option S50

Ordering information for option S50, see Chapter 2

Note
SINAMICS DCM can only be retrofitted with option S50 in the manufacturers factory.

Note
You can find detailed information on interconnecting, dimensioning and parameterizing in the
application document "12-pulse applications". Support is also available through our
Technical Support organization (for contact address, see the Preface).

For specific applications, there is a requirement that during operation it must be possible to
switchover between two different power unit topologies (e.g. between a 12-pulse parallel
connection and a 12-pulse series connection) using a control command.
SINAMICS DCM converter with option S50 provide the appropriate control. External
contactors are used to actually switchover the power unit topology.

Requirements for using this functionality

● All participating SINAMICS DCM units must be must be equipped with option S50
● "n+m" operation is not permissible
● The "parallel switching master" function must remain at the same SINAMICS DCM for
both power unit topologies

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10.24 Field reversal

see also the SINAMICS DCM List Manual, function diagram 6920
When using a two-quadrant unit (with only one armature current flow direction) by reversing
the current in the excitation winding of the DC motor (field reversal) operation in additional
quadrants of the speed-torque characteristic is possible (direction of rotation reversal and
braking).
Two contactors are required in the field circuit to reverse the field voltage.
The functions "Direction of rotation reversal using field reversal" and "Braking using field
reversal" control connector outputs r53195[0] (close field contactor 1) and r53195[1] (close
field contactor 2), which are then used to control the two field contactors.
A protection circuit is required in the field circuit.

r53195[0] =0 No contactor control

=1 Control for a contactor to switch-in the positive field direction
r53195[1] =0 No contactor control
=1 Control for a contactor to switch-in the negative field direction

10.24.1 Direction of rotation reversal using field reversal

The function "Direction of rotation reversal using field reversal" is controlled via the
connector input selected with p50580 - and this has a switch function. It defines the field
direction and therefore also the direction of rotation for a positive speed setpoint.

Connector input = 0 A positive field direction is selected.

"Close field contactor 1" (r53195[0]) = 1, "Close field contactor 2"
(r53195[1] = 0
Connector input = 1 A negative field direction is selected.
"Close field contactor 1" (r53195[0]) = 0, "Close field contactor 2"
(r53195[1] = 1
Changing the logical level of the connector input controlling the function "Direction of rotation
reversal using field reversal " brakes the drive and accelerates it in the opposite direction of
rotation.
Field reversal is completely executed. Level changes at the connector input have no effect
while the field is being reversed.

Note
Only positive speed setpoints make sense.

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Control sequence when specifying "Direction of rotation using field reversal":

1. Drive rotates in direction of rotation 1 (or is at a standstill)
2. Specify "Direction of rotation reversal using field reversal" by changing the logical state of
the connector input selected using p50580
3. Field reversal is executed
Precondition: No braking was initiated using the button function "Braking using field
reversal"
– Wait until armature current IA = 0 , then armature pulse inhibit (the drive then remains
in operating state ≥ o1.4)
– Inhibit field firing pulses (r52268=0 also initiates this)
– Wait until Ifield (r52265) < Ifield min (p50394)
– Wait time according to p50092[00] (0.0 to 10.0 s, factory setting 3.0 s)
– Open actual field contactor (r53195.0 = 0 or r53195[1] = 0)
– Wait time according to p50092[01] (0.0 to 10.0 s, factory setting 0.2 s)
– Control new field contactor (r53195.1 = 1 or r53195[0] = 1)
– Reverse the speed actual value (with the exception, for p50083 = 3 ... EMF as speed
actual value)
– Wait time according to p50092[02] (0.0 to 10.0 s, factory setting 0.1 s)
– Enable field firing pulses
– Wait until Ifield (r52265) > Ifield set (r52268)*p50398
– Wait time according to p50092[03] (0.0 to 10.0 s, factory setting 3.0 s)
– Enable armature firing pulses (operating state o1.4 can be exited)
4. Drive brakes and then rotates in direction of rotation 2 (or is at a standstill)

Note
In the case of an internal speed actual value reversal as a result of field reversal, p50083 is
supplied with inverted signal values (exception: p50083 = 3, see the SINAMICS DCM List
Manual, function diagram 6810).
When using the ramp-function generator it is recommended to parameterize p50228 = 0 (no
speed controller setpoint filtering). If this is not done, then initial braking can occur at the
current limit as a result of the speed actual value reversal and setting the ramp-function
generator output to the (reversed) speed actual value or to the value according to p50639 in
operating state o1.4.

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10.24.2 Braking using field reversal

The function "Braking using field reversal" is controlled using the signal source set at
binector input p50581 and this has a button-type function.
Binector input = 1 (for ≥30 ms) in operating state ≤o5 (line contactor closed) causes the drive
to brake to n < nmin. After this, the original field direction is selected. The motor can
accelerate in the original direction of rotation after the braking command has been withdrawn
(binector input = 0) and acknowledging using "Stop" and "Switch-on".

Control sequence when specifying "Braking using field reversal":

1. Drive rotates with direction of rotation 1
2. Specify "Braking using field reversal" using log. 1 (for ≥30 ms) at the binector input
selected using p50581
3. The field is reversed.
Preconditions: Line contactor is closed (for operating state ≤o5) and the drive is already
braking anyway.
Braking is identified by the negative internal actual speed (whereby, this is obtained in the
negative field direction by reversing the real actual speed):
– Wait until armature current IA = 0 , then armature pulse inhibit (the drive then remains
in operating state ≥ o1.4)
– Inhibit field firing pulses (r52268=0 also initiates this)
– Wait until Ifield (r52265) < Ifield min (p50394)
– Wait time according to p50092[00] (0.0 to 10.0 s, factory setting 3.0 s)
– Open actual field contactor (r53195[0] = 0 or r53195[1] = 0)
– Wait time according to p50092[01] (0.0 to 10.0 s, factory setting 0.2 s)
– Control new field contactor (r53195[1] = 1 or r53195[0] = 1)
– Reverse the speed actual value (with the exception, for p50083 = 3 ... EMF as speed
actual value)
– Wait time according to p50092[02] (0.0 to 10.0 s, factory setting 0.1 s)
– Enable field firing pulses
– Wait until Ifield (r52265) > Ifield set (r52268)×p50398
– Wait time according to p50092[03] (0.0 to 10.0 s, factory setting 3.0 s)
– Enable armature firing pulses (operating state o1.4 can be exited)
4. Sequence when braking the drive:
– nset = 0 internally entered at the ramp-function generator input, the drive brakes
– Wait until n < nmin (p50370)
– Wait until armature current IA = 0 , then armature pulse inhibit (drive goes into
operating state o7.2)
– Wait until the braking command has been withdrawn using binector level = 0 (as long
as level = 1 is present, the drive is kept in operating state o7.2)

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5. Sequence to change over to the original field direction

Precondition: The present field direction does not match the field direction requested
using the function "Direction of rotation reversal using field reversal"
– Wait until armature current IA = 0 , then armature pulse inhibit (the drive then remains
in operating state ≥ o1.4)
– Inhibit field firing pulses (r52268=0 also initiates this)
– Wait until Ifield (r52265) < Ifield min (p50394)
– Wait time according to p50092[00] (0.0 to 10.0 s, factory setting 3.0 s)
– Open actual field contactor (r53195[0] = 0 or r53195[1] = 0)
– Wait time according to p50092[01] (0.0 to 10.0 s, factory setting 0.2 s)
– Control new field contactor (r53195[1] = 1 or r53195[0] = 1)
– Reverse the speed actual value (with the exception, for p50083 = 3 ... EMF as speed
actual value)
– Wait time according to p50092[02] (0.0 to 10.0 s, factory setting 0.1 s)
– Enable field firing pulses
– Wait until Ifield (r52265) > Ifield set (r52268×p50398)
– Wait time according to p50092[04] (0.0 to 10.0 s, factory setting 3.0 s)
– Armature firing pulses are again possible
6. The drive is in operating state o7.2
Acceleration is possible in the original direction of rotation when acknowledging using an
external "Stop" and "Switch-on".
Please also read the note at the end of the chapter "Direction of rotation reversal using field
reversal"

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10.25 Serial interface with peer-to-peer protocol

General information
The peer-to-peer interface enables BICO interconnections across several SINAMICS DC
MASTER units, as well as allowing the peer-to-peer interface to establish signal connections
between converters in the SINAMICS DC MASTER range (MLFB = 6RA80...) and converters
in other ranges, such as SIMOREG DC-MASTER (MLFB = 6RA70...) and SIMOREG K
(MLFB = 6RA24...).

Properties
A "peer-to-peer connection" refers to "a connection between partners with equal status".
Unlike the classic master-slave bus systems (such as PROFIBUS or USS), peer-to-peer
connections enable the same converter to act as both a master (setpoint source) and a slave
(setpoint recipient).
Signals can be transferred via the peer-to-peer connection from one converter unit to
another in fully digital format.
● Velocity setpoints for creating a setpoint cascade, e.g. in paper making machines, film
manufacturing machines, and wire drawing machines, as well as fiber stretching plants
● Torque setpoints for load distribution control systems on drives that are coupled either
mechanically or by means of the material, e.g. horizontal-shaft drives on a printing
machine or S-roll drives
● Acceleration setpoints (dv/dt) for acceleration precontrol in multi-motor drives
● Control commands
The peer-to-peer interface uses the RS485 interface at connector X177 (terminals 37, 38,
39, and 40).

Function diagrams
Function diagram FP9300 shows the settings and BICO interconnection options for the
"peer-to-peer connection".

Diagnostics
Parameter r50799 contains information about the distribution of error-free telegrams and
telegrams with errors over time, as well as the type of any communications errors that occur.

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Topologies
The peer-to-peer interface supports 2 topologies:
● Point-to-point connection (see the series connection example further down)
– 4-wire connection between 2 converters
– Data transmission in both directions
● Bus connection (see the bus connection example further down)
– 2-wire connection between multiple converters
– Data transmission in one direction only
– The active sender is selected by means of the "Send enable" signal selected using
p50817. The send enable may only be at the "High" level for one converter in each
case. Converters whose send enable is at the "Low" level switch their sender to high
resistance.

Parameter assignment

Table 10- 27 Parameter assignment for peer-to-peer interface

Function Parameter
Peer-to-peer protocol selection p50790 = 5
PZD number p50791 = 1 to 5 words
Baud rate p50793 = 1 to 13, corresponding to between 300 and 187,500
baud
Bus terminator p50795 = 0: Bus terminator OFF
p50795 = 1: Bus terminator ON
Error statistics r50799: Displays receive errors on the peer-to-peer interface

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Examples of peer-to-peer connections

Series connection
Each drive receives its own individual setpoint from the previous drive (classic setpoint
cascade).

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1) The shields for the interface cables must be connected directly on the units (using a clamp, for example) to unit or
cabinet ground, with a low level of impedance.
2) Twisted cable, e.g. LIYCY 2×0.5 mm2; with longer cables, an equipotential bonding cable should be used to ensure
that the difference in ground potentials between the link partners remains below 7 V.
3) Optional data feedback, which drive 1 can use to monitor the functionality of the entire peer chain

Figure 10-64 "Series connection" peer connection type

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Parallel connection
Up to 31 drives receive the same setpoints from drive 1.

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1) The shields for the interface cables must be connected directly on the units (using a clamp, for example) to unit or
cabinet ground, with a low level of impedance.
2) Twisted cable, e.g. LIYCY 2×0.5 mm2; with longer cables, an equipotential bonding cable should be used to ensure
that the difference in ground potentials between the link partners remains below 7 V.

Figure 10-65 "Parallel connection" peer connection type

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Bus connection
Up to 31 drives receive the same setpoints from a drive. The drive that sends the setpoints
must be selected by setting "Enable send" to 1. For all other drives, "Enable send" must be
set to 0.

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1) The shields for the interface cables must be connected directly on the units (using a clamp, for example) to unit or
cabinet ground, with a low level of impedance.
2) Twisted cable, e.g. LIYCY 2×0.5 mm2; with longer cables, an equipotential bonding cable should be used to ensure
that the difference in ground potentials between the link partners remains below 7 V.

Figure 10-66 "Bus connection" peer connection type

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10.26 Expanding the SINAMICS DCM to include a second CUD

General information
As an option, the SINAMICS DC MASTER can be equipped with a second CUD by inserting
it in the right-hand slot. This option is only available in conjunction with option G00
(advanced CUD in left-hand slot). See also the section titled "Ordering information for
options and accessories".

CAUTION

Installing or removing a module is only permitted when the SINAMICS DC MASTER is in

the voltage-free state.

Properties
The right-hand CUD is used for system-specific extension of the SINAMICS DC MASTER
functions.
It enables the following function extensions:
● Doubling the number of hardware inputs and outputs for applications requiring more
analog inputs, analog outputs, digital inputs, or digital outputs
● Additional computing capacity for free function blocks and, above all, for application-
specific function diagrams generated using DCC
Connection between the left-hand and right-hand CUD:
16 BICO connections can be established in each direction.
This involves using the parallel-connection interface. Function diagrams FP9350, FP9352,
and FP9355 show the settings and BICO interconnection options for the parallel-connection
interface.
The hardware connection for the two CUDs is established inside the unit; there is no need
for an external connection using connector X165 or X166. It is also possible to use the
parallel-connection interface for controlling a power unit-side configuration in which several
SINAMICS DC MASTER units are connected in parallel.

Parameter assignment
The parameters for the right-hand CUD are assigned using the AOP30 or the STARTER
commissioning tool. The Basic Operator Panel BOP20 cannot be used for this purpose.
● Assigning parameters for the right-hand CUD using the AOP30:
The AOP30 must be connected to connector X178 (RS485 interface) or X179 (RS232
interface) on the right-hand CUD.
● Assigning parameters for the right-hand CUD using STARTER:
STARTER views the right-hand CUD as a separate PROFIBUS node. Either the unique
bus address must be set using the AOP30, or STARTER must first be connected as the
sole bus node in order to set the unique bus address.

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10.26 Expanding the SINAMICS DCM to include a second CUD

The second CUD must be parameterized as an "independent node" for the parallel-
connection interface, meaning that it participates in BICO exchange between multiple CUDs.

Table 10- 28 Assigning parameters in cases where several SINAMICS DC MASTER units are not connected in parallel at
the power unit side

Left-hand CUD Right-hand CUD

p51800 = 1 Independent node p51800 = 1 Independent node
p51801 Number of words to be sent p51801 Number of words to be sent
p51802 = 2 Minimum number of stations p51802 = 2 Minimum number of stations
p51803 = 0 "n+m mode" not active p51803 = 0 "n+m mode" not active
p51804[..] Establish required BICO connections p51804[..] Establish required BICO connections
p51805 = 1 Bus terminator p51805 = 1 Bus terminator
p51806 = Unique station address p51806 = Unique station address

Table 10- 29 Assigning parameters in cases where several SINAMICS DC MASTER units are connected in parallel at the
power unit side

Left-hand CUD Right-hand CUD

p51800 Required as with parallel connection of p51800 = 1 Independent node
power units
p51801 Number of words to be sent p51801 Number of words to be sent
p51802 Required as with parallel connection of p51802 Required as with parallel connection of
power units power units
p51803 Required as with parallel connection of p51803 = 0 "n+m mode" not active
power units
p51804[..] Establish required BICO connections p51804[..] Establish required BICO connections
p51805 Required as with parallel connection of p51805 = 0 No bus terminator
power units
p51806 = Unique station address p51806 = Unique station address

Normally, on the CUD on the right-hand slot the closed-loop drive control (setpoint
processing, ramp-function generator, closed-loop speed control, armature-current control,
closed-loop EMF control, closed-loop field-current control) are not required.
For that reason it makes sense to deactivate the closed-loop drive control (with p50899[0..6]
= 0, see also function diagram 1721) in order to gain more CPU time for free function blocks
and, especially, for application-specific function diagrams created with DCC.

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10.27 Runtime (operating hours counter)

Total system runtime

The total system runtime is displayed in r2114 (Control Unit).
● Index 0 = System runtime in ms.
After reaching 86400000 ms (24 h), the value is reset.
● Index 1 = System runtime in days.
The counter value is saved at switch off. After the drive unit is powered up, the counter
continues to run with the most recently saved value.

Note
Errors and alarms are stamped with this system runtime.
If a connected AOP30 is parameterized as the time-of-day master (see Chapter 9,
"Assigning parameters to AOP30 as the time-of-day master"), faults and alarms are provided
with a real-time stamp.

Relative system runtime

The relative system runtime since the last POWER ON is displayed in p0969 (Control Unit)
in ms. The counter runs over after 49 days.

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10.28 Diagnostics

10.28.1 Diagnostic memory

To provide support for troubleshooting and remedying problems, the SINAMICS DC
MASTER records various types of data in a diagnostics file. SIEMENS specialists can use
the contents of this file to glean more in-depth information about the cause of inexplicable
faults or other problems such as blown fuses or defective thyristors.
When contacting SIEMENS with queries related to problems of this type, it is, therefore,
advisable that you both read out this file and e-mail a copy of it to SIEMENS experts.
Proceed as follows to read out the diagnostics file:
1. Insert the Memory card in the drive.
2. Set p50832 to 1:
This copies the diagnostics file to the Memory card, a process which takes approximately
2 minutes. Copying is complete when p50832 takes on the value 0 again.
3. The diagnostics file is called DiagStor.spd, is around 600 kB in size, and can be found in
the \USER\SINAMICS\DATA\LOG directory on the Memory card.
For more details on the diagnostic memory, please refer to function diagram FP8052.

10.28.2 Trend recorder function

The SINAMICS DC MASTER enables data from 4 channels to be recorded over an
extended period, with a large memory depth. A file on the Memory card takes on the role of a
long-term storage facility. The signals to be recorded are updated periodically and written
cyclically to the file.
The file contains a line-by-line account of the operating hour and values for the 4 channels,
in the form of an ASCII string, and can be evaluated and visualized using standard PC tools
such as Notepad or Excel.
Recording must be started manually (by setting p51705 = 0/1/2). With a recording period of 1
second, the file grows by approximately 100 kB per hour.
When starting via p51705 = 1, recording is automatically stopped after the number of entries
set at p51706 – and p51705 is set to 0.
When starting via p51705 = 2, the oldest entries are overwritten after the number of entries
set on p51706. Recording must be stopped manually (with p51705 = 0).
The file is called Track.csv and can be found in the \USER\SINAMICS\DATA\LOG directory
on the Memory card.
For more details on the trend recorder function, please refer to function diagram FP8050.

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10.28.3 Thyristor diagnostics

SINAMICS DCM can perform a self-test of its own power unit. As a consequence, defective
thyristors and other faults can be detected in the power unit.
Thyristor diagnostics cannot be used when SINAMICS DCM are connected in parallel and
connected in series.
Selecting thyristor diagnostics:
Thyristor diagnostics are performed during the switch-on procedure. Parameter p50830 can
be used to select for which switch-on procedures thyristor diagnostics is performed.

p50830 = 0 never
= 1 at the first ON after switching-on the electronics
= 2 at each ON
= 3 at the next ON (p50830 is then reset to 0)
Thyristor diagnostics sequence:
At each switch-on procedure, starting from operating state o7 the drive goes into state o0.
During thyristor diagnostics, it remains in operating state o3 (see parameter r50000).
Thyristor diagnostics takes approx. 30 s.
Thyristor diagnostics comprises 2 parts:
1. Checking the thyristor for its blocking capability
All thyristors are individually fired and it is not permissible that current flows. Otherwise, a
thyristor has failed (internally broken-down), triggers with forward breakover or there is a
ground fault (i.e. connection 1C or 1D connected with ground).
Notice:
For IT line supplies (i.e. for line supplies with an ungrounded neutral point of the supply
transformer), the thyristor diagnostics cannot detect a single-pole ground fault. For these
types of line supply, it is recommended that a ground fault monitor is used.
2. Checking that the thyristors can be triggered
All of the thyristors are triggered in pairs and in this case, a current must flow (as a
minimum, 5 % of r50072[1]). Otherwise, a thyristor cannot be triggered. This can also be
caused by a fault in the firing pulse generation.
Notice:
The low current that flows during this test can cause the motor to briefly rotate for motors
that are very easy to move and are not loaded, as in this operating state, the full field is
already present.
Faults that are detected result in fault message F60061. The fault value provides information
as to which thyristor was detected to be defective and what the possible cause of the fault
could be.

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10.28.4 Description of the LEDs on the CUD

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Figure 10-67 Layout of the LEDs

The individual states during ramp-up are indicated by means of the LEDs on the CUD.
● The duration of the individual states varies.
● If an error occurs, the ramp-up procedure is aborted and the cause of the error is
indicated via the LEDs.
Remedy: Insert the appropriate Memory card with the correct software and parameters.
● Once the unit has successfully ramped up, all the LEDs are switched off briefly.
● Once the unit has ramped up, the LEDs are controlled via the loaded software.
The description of the LEDs after ramp-up applies.
Note: The LEDs can only be seen when the front cover of the SINAMICS DC MASTER is
opened.

CUD - Response of LEDs during a software update

Table 10- 30 Software update

LED Meaning
RDY DP1 OPT MOD
Red Off Off Off Software being updated.
Red 2 Hz Red Off Off Software on the memory card is incomplete or defective.
The software was not successfully updated. The CRC of the
programmed firmware is incorrect.
Red 0.5 Hz Red 0.5 Hz Off Off Software was successfully updated. The electronics power supply
must be switched off and back on again.
Red 2 Hz Red 2 Hz Off Off The software on the memory card does not belong to SINAMICS
DCM.
Orange 0.5 x x Off DRIVE-CLiQ component being updated.
Hz
Orange 2 x x Off DRIVE-CLiQ component has been updated.
Hz

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CUD - Response of LEDs during ramp-up (following Power On)

Table 10- 31 Ramp-up

LED State Comment

RDY DP1 OPT MOD
Red Red Off Off BIOS loaded -
Red 2 Hz Red Off Off BIOS error -
Red Off Off Off Firmware loaded -
Red 2 Hz Red 2 Hz Off Off File error Memory card not present or
Flash file system faulty
Off Red Off Off No CRC error Firmware checked
Red 0.5 Hz Red 0.5 Hz Off Off CRC error Firmware checked, CRC error
Orange Off Off Off Drive initialization -

Response of the LEDs after ramp-up

Table 10- 32 CUD - Description of the LEDs after ramp-up

LED Color Status Description, cause Remedy

RDY (READY) - Off Electronics power supply is missing or outside -
permissible tolerance range.
Green Continuous The component is ready for operation. No errors -
light are present.
0.5 Hz Commissioning/reset -
flashing
light
2 Hz Writing to Memory card or internal Flash memory -
flashing Notice!
light The electronics power supply for the SINAMICS
DC MASTER must not be switched off during this
write process.
Switching off the electronics power supply can
lead to the loss of the parameter assignments.
Also refer to the "Operation" chapter, "Memory
card functions" section.
Red 2 Hz General errors -
flashing
light
Orange Continuous System ramp-up and DRIVE-CLiQ –
light communication is being established.
Green/ 1 Hz Component detection via LED is activated -
orange or flashing (p0124[0]).
red/ light Note:
orange Both options depend on the LED state when
component detection is activated via
p0124[0] = 1.

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LED Color Status Description, cause Remedy

DP1 - Off Cyclic communication has not (yet) taken place. -
PROFIdrive Note:
cyclic The PROFIdrive is ready to communicate when
operation the CUD is ready for operation (see LED RDY).
Green Continuous Cyclic communication is taking place. -
light
0.5 Hz Bus fault (dataEx, no operate) -
flashing Full cyclic communication is not yet taking place.
light
Possible cause:
The controller is not transferring any setpoints.
Red Continuous USS: No activity on bus
light
0.5 Hz USS: Activity on bus; no PZD received
flashing Bus fault (no dataEx)(config fault) -
light
2 Hz Bus fault (no more dataEx) -
flashing Bus fault (search baud rate)
light
No link established -
OPT - Off Electronics power supply is missing or outside -
(OPTION) permissible tolerance range,
component not ready for operation,
Option Board not installed,
no associated drive object has been created,
Green Continuous Option Board is ready for operation. -
light
0.5 Hz Depends on the Option Board used -
flashing
light
Red Continuous Cyclic communication via PROFINET has not yet -
light been established. However, non-cyclic
communication is possible. SINAMICS waits for a
parameterizing/configuring telegram
2 Hz At least one fault is present in this component. Remedy and acknowledge
flashing Option board not ready (e.g. after switching on) fault
light
MOD - Off Reserved -

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10.28.5 Faults and alarms

10.28.5.1 General information

Description
The errors and states detected by the individual components of the drive unit are indicated
by messages.
The messages are categorized into faults and alarms.

Note
The individual faults and alarms are described in the section titled "Faults and alarms" in the
SINAMICS DCM List Manual. Here you can also find a section titled "Function diagrams" →
"Faults and alarms", which contains function diagrams for the fault buffer, alarm buffer, fault
trigger, and fault configuration.

Properties of faults and alarms

● Faults
– Are identified by Fxxxxx
– Can lead to a fault reaction
– Must be acknowledged once the cause has been remedied
– Status via Control Unit and LED RDY
– Status via PROFIBUS status signal ZSW1.3 (fault active)
– Entry in the fault buffer
● Alarms
– Are identified by Axxxxx
– Have no further effect on the drive unit
– The alarms are automatically reset once the cause has been remedied. No
acknowledgment is required.
– Status via PROFIBUS status signal ZSW1.7 (alarm active)
– Entry in the alarm buffer
● General properties of faults and alarms
– Can be configured (e.g. change fault to alarm, fault reaction)
– Triggering on selected messages possible
– Initiation of messages possible via an external signal
– Contains the component number for identifying the SINAMICS component involved
– Contains diagnostic information on the message involved

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Acknowledging faults
The list of faults and alarms specifies how each fault is acknowledged after the cause has
been remedied.
1. Acknowledgment of faults with "POWER ON"
– Switch the drive unit on/off (POWER ON).
2. Acknowledgment of faults with "IMMEDIATE"
– Via PROFIBUS control signal
STW1.7 (reset fault memory): 0/1 edge
Set STW1.0 (ON/OFF1) = "0" and "1"
– Via external input signal
Binector input and interconnection with digital input
p2103 = "Requested signal source"
p2104 = "Requested signal source"
p2105 = "Requested signal source"
Across all of the drive objects (DO) of a Control Unit
p2102 = "Requested signal source"
3. Acknowledgment of faults with "PULSE INHIBIT"
– The fault can only be acknowledged with a pulse inhibit (r0899.11 = 0).
– The same options are available for acknowledging as described under
acknowledgment with IMMEDIATE.

Note
The drive cannot resume operation until all active faults have been acknowledged.

10.28.5.2 Buffer for faults and alarms

Note
A fault buffer and alarm buffer are provided for each drive. The drive and device-specific
messages are entered in these buffers.
The contents of the fault buffer are saved to the non-volatile memory when the Control Unit
is powered down, i.e. the fault buffer history is still available when the unit is powered up
again.

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NOTICE

The entry in the fault/alarm buffer is made after a delay. For this reason, the fault/alarm
buffer should not be read until a change in the buffer is also recognized (r0944, r2121) after
"Fault active"/"Alarm active" is output.

Fault buffer
Faults which occur are entered in the fault buffer as follows:

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)DXOWWLPH )DXOWWLPH LQLWLDWHGWKHIDXOW QXPEHU DWWULEXWHV
)DXOWFRGH )DXOWYDOXH UHFHLYHG UHPRYHG )DXOW )DXOW

U>@>,@ U>@>PV@ U>@>PV@

)DXOW U>@ U>@ U>@ U>@
U>@>)ORDW@ U>@>G@ U>@>G@
U>@>,@ U>@>PV@ U>@>PV@
)DXOW U>@ U>@ U>@ U>@
U>@>)ORDW@ U>@>G@ U>@>G@
$FWXDOIDXOW

U>@>,@ U>@>PV@ U>@>PV@

)DXOW U>@ U>@ ! U>@ ! U>@ !
U>@>)ORDW@ U>@>G@ U>@>G@

U>@>,@ U>@>PV@ U>@>PV@

)DXOW U>@ U>@ U>@ U>@
U>@>)ORDW@ U>@>G@ U>@>G@
U>@>,@ U>@>PV@ U>@>PV@
)DXOW U>@ U>@ U>@ U>@
U>@>)ORDW@ U>@>G@ U>@>G@
$FNQRZ
OHGJHGIDXOW

U>@>,@ U>@>PV@ U>@>PV@

)DXOW U>@ U>@ U>@ U>@
U>@>)ORDW@ U>@>G@ U>@>G@

U>@>,@ U>@>PV@ U>@>PV@

)DXOW U>@ U>@ U>@ U>@
U>@>)ORDW@ U>@>G@ U>@>G@
U>@>,@ U>@>PV@ U>@>PV@
)DXOW U>@ U>@ U>@ U>@
$FNQRZ U>@>)ORDW@ U>@>G@ U>@>G@
OHGJHGIDXOW
>ROGHVW@

U>@>,@ U>@>PV@ U>@>PV@

)DXOW U>@
U>@>)ORDW@ U>@>G@ U>@>G@
U>@ U>@ U>@

! 7KLVIDXOWLVRYHUZULWWHQZKHQQHZHUIDXOWVRFFXU

Figure 10-68 Structure of the fault buffer

Properties of the fault buffer:

● A new fault incident encompasses one or more faults and is entered in "Current fault
incident".
● The entries appear in the buffer according to the time at which they occurred.
● If a new fault incident occurs, the fault buffer is reorganized. The history is recorded in
"Acknowledged fault incident" 1 to 7.

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● If the cause of at least one fault in "Current fault incident" is remedied and acknowledged,
the fault buffer is reorganized. Faults that have not been remedied remain in "Current
fault incident".
● If "Current fault incident" contains 8 faults and a new fault occurs, the fault in the
parameters in index 7 is overwritten by the new fault.
● r0944 is incremented each time the fault buffer changes.
● A fault value (r0949) can be output for a fault. The fault value is used to diagnose the fault
more accurately; please refer to the fault description for details of the meaning.
Clearing the fault buffer
● The fault buffer is reset as follows: p0952 = 0

Alarm buffer, alarm history

The alarm buffer comprises the alarm code, the alarm value, and the alarm time (received,
resolved). The alarm history occupies the last indices ([8...63]) of the parameter.

$ODUPFRGH $ODUPYDOXH $ODUPWLPH $ODUPWLPH &RPSRQHQW 'LDJQRVWLF

UHFHLYHG UHPRYHG QXPEHU DWWULEXWHV
DODUP DODUP

$ODUP U>@>O@ U>@>PV@ U>@>PV@

U>@ U>@>)ORDW@ U>@>G@ U>@>G@ U>@ U>@
ROGHVW
U>@>O@ U>@>PV@ U>@>PV@
$ODUP U>@ U>@ U>@
U>@>)ORDW@ U>@>G@ U>@>G@

$ODUP U>@
U>@>O@ U>@>PV@ U>@>PV@
U>@ U>@
PRVWUHFHQW U>@>)ORDW@ U>@>G@ U>@>G@

$ODUPKLVWRU\
$ODUP U>@>O@ U>@>PV@ U>@>PV@
U>@ U>@ U>@
PRVWUHFHQW U>@>)ORDW@ U>@>G@ U>@>G@
U>@>O@ U>@>PV@ U>@>PV@
$ODUP U>@ U>@ U>@
U>@>)ORDW@ U>@>G@ U>@>G@

$ODUP U>@>O@ U>@>PV@ U>@>PV@

U>@ U>@ U>@
ROGHVW U>@>)ORDW@ U>@>G@ U>@>G@

Figure 10-69 Structure of alarm buffer

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Alarms that occur are entered in the alarm buffer as follows:

A maximum of 64 alarms are displayed in the alarm buffer:
● Index 0 to 6: The first 7 alarms are displayed.
● Index 7: The most recent alarm is displayed.
A maximum of 56 alarms are displayed in the alarm history:
● Index 8: The most recent alarm is displayed.
● Index 9 to 63: The first 55 alarms are displayed.
Properties of the alarm buffer/alarm history:
● The alarms in the alarm buffer are arranged from 7 to 0 according to the time that they
occurred. In the alarm history, this is from 8 to 63.
● If 8 alarms have been entered in the alarm buffer, and a new alarm is received, the
alarms that have been resolved are transferred to the alarm history.
● r2121 is incremented each time the alarm buffer changes.
● An alarm value (r2124) can be output for an alarm. The alarm value is used to diagnose
the alarm more accurately; please refer to the alarm description for details of the
meaning.
Clearing the alarm buffer, index [0...7]:
● The alarm buffer index [0...7] is reset as follows: p2111 = 0

10.28.5.3 Configuring messages

The properties of the faults and alarms in the drive system are permanently defined.
The following configuration settings can be made for some of the messages within a
permanently defined framework for the drive system:

Change message type (example)

Select message Set message type
p2118[5] = 1001 p2119[5] = 1: Fault (F)
= 2: Alarm (A)
= 3: No message (N)
Change fault reaction (example)
Select message Set fault reaction
p2100[3] = 1002 p2101[3] = 0: None
= 1: OFF1
= 2: OFF2
= 3: OFF3
Change acknowledgment (example)
Select message Set acknowledgment
p2126[4] = 1003 p2127[4] = 1: POWER ON
= 2: IMMEDIATE
= 3: PULSE INHIBIT

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Note
Only those messages which are listed in the indexed parameters can be changed as
desired. All other messages retain their factory settings or are reset to the factory settings.
Examples:
• In the case of messages listed via p2128[0...19], the message type can be changed. The
factory setting is set for all other messages.
• The fault response of fault F12345 has been changed via p2100[n]. The factory settings
are to be restored.
– p2100[n] = 0

Triggering on messages (example)

Select message Trigger signal

p2128[0] = 1001 BO: r2129.0
or
p2128[1] = 1002 BO: r2129.1

Note
The value from CO: r2129 can be used as a group trigger.
CO: r2129 = 0 No selected message has been output.
CO: r2129 > 0 Group trigger.
At least 1 selected message has been output.
The individual binector outputs BO: r2129 should be investigated.

Triggering messages externally

If the appropriate binector input is interconnected with an input signal, fault 1, 2, or 3 or alarm
1, 2, or 3 can be triggered via an external input signal.
Once an external fault (1 to 3) has been triggered on the Control Unit drive object, this fault
is also present on all associated drive objects. If one of these external faults is triggered on a
different drive object, it is only present on that particular drive object.

BI: p2106 → External fault 1 → F07860(A)

BI: p2107 → External fault 2 → F07861(A)
BI: p2108 → External fault 3 → F07862(A)
BI: p2112 → External alarm 1 → A07850(F)
BI: p2116 → External alarm 2 → A07851(F)
BI: p2117 → External alarm 3 → A07852(F)

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Note
An external fault or alarm is triggered by a 1/0 signal.
An external fault and alarm do not usually mean that an internal drive message has been
generated. The cause of an external fault and warning should, therefore, be remedied
outside the drive unit.

10.28.5.4 Parameters and function diagrams for faults and alarms

Function diagrams (see the SINAMICS DCM List Manual)

● 1710 Overview diagram – monitoring functions, faults, alarms
● 8060 Faults and alarms – fault buffer
● 8065 Faults and alarms – alarm buffer
● 8070 Faults and alarms – fault/alarm trigger word r2129
● 8075 Faults and alarms – fault/alarm configuration

Overview of important parameters (refer to the SINAMICS DCM List Manual)

● r0944 Counter for fault buffer changes
...
● p0952 Fault incident counter
● p2100[0...19] Fault code for fault reaction selection
...
● r2139 Status word for faults
● r3120[0...63] Component number fault
● r3121[0...63] Component number alarm
● r3122[0...63] Diagnostics attribute fault
● r3123[0...63] Diagnostics attribute alarm

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10.28.5.5 Forwarding faults and alarms

Forwarding faults and alarms of the CU

When faults or alarms are triggered on the drive object of the CU, it is always assumed that
central functions of the drive unit are involved. For this reason, these faults and alarms are
not only signaled on the drive object of the CU, but are also forwarded to all other drive
objects. The fault reaction affects the drive object of the CU and all other drive objects. This
behavior also applies to the faults set in a DCC chart on the CU with the aid of DCB STM.
A fault that was set on the drive object of the CU must be acknowledged on all drive objects
to which this fault was forwarded. In this way, the fault is then automatically acknowledged
on the drive object of the CU. Alternatively, all faults of all drive objects can also be
acknowledged on the CU.
If a set alarm is reset on the drive object of the CU, this alarm also disappears automatically
on the other drive objects to which this alarm was forwarded.

Forwarding faults and alarms as a result of BICO interconnections

If two or more drive objects are connected via BICO interconnections, then faults and alarms
from CU, TM31, TM15, TM17, and TM15DIDO drive objects are forwarded to DC_CTRL-
type drive objects. Faults are not forwarded within these two groups of drive object types.
This behavior also applies to the faults set in a DCC chart on the above drive object types
with the aid of DCB STM.

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10.29 CPU time load with SINAMICS DCM

The CPU time load of the SINAMICS DCM can be read out at r9976. Principally, the
following rules apply:
1. The cyclic DC closed loop control of the SINAMICS DCM generates a base load of
approx. 70 % (can be read on r9976).
2. The use of peripherals (AOP30, Starter, TM15, TM31, SCM30, CBE20,…), certain
settings in the closed loop control and/or use of the free function blocks along with the
DCC technology option increases this base load. The additional CPU time load through
the main components is summarized in the table below.
3. The CPU time load must not exceed a utilization of 100% at r9976.

WARNING

At a CPU time load of >100 % on r9976[1], the correct functioning of the drive is no
longer ensured.

Note
When the time load of the CUD is too high (r9976 >100 %) fault F01205 is output (time
slice overflow). In such a case, the drive needs to be switched off and then back on again
(POWER OFF / POWER ON).

The CPU time load must be taken into consideration when configuring and commissioning
the SINAMICS DCM.

Table 10- 33 Additional CPU time load through optional components

Component Additional CPU time load

AOP30 via PPI +4 %
1 TM31 +4 %
2 TM31 +5 %
3 TM31 +6 %
1 TM15 +1 %
2 TM15 +1.5 %
3 TM15 +2 %
1 SMC30 +2 %
1 CBE20 +1 %
Internal encoder (p50083=2) +2 %
Parallel interface +4 %
Peer-to-peer +4 %
Thyristor blocking voltage calculation +3 %
Is supported by the CCP +3.5 %
Memory card inserted +1 %

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Component Additional CPU time load

Free function blocks Depending on the number of free function blocks
being used and their runtime groups, see the
"Free function blocks" chapter
DCC Depending on the number of DCC blocks being
used and their runtime groups, see the "Drive
Control Chart (DCC)" chapter

Note
The additional CPU time load stated above for TM15 and TM31 apply to a sampling time of
4 ms (p4099 = 4000). Setting faster sampling rates in the TM modules increases the CPU
time load in the SINAMICS DCM to values considerably higher than those stated above.

Note
The stated computing rules are to be understood as support during configuring and
commissioning. The theoretical CPU time load computed from these rules can deviate from
the CPU time load actually measured on the r9976 by several percentage points.

10.29.1 Maximum configuration

The following configuration can be operated as the maximum on one CUD.

Table 10- 34 Maximum configuration with SINAMICS DCM

Number Component Note

3 TM15, TM31 Connection of any combination of TM15 and TM31
modules on Drive-CLiQ. The connection of other TM
modules (TM17, TM41,..) and of more than 3 TM
modules is locked.
Sampling in 4 ms cycle (p4099=4000). Faster
sampling increases the CPU time load, and precludes
operation of this maximum configuration
1 SMC30 The connection of others (SMC10, SMC20,..) and of
more than 1 external encoder module is locked.
1 CBE20 The connection of other OMI modules (CBE10) is
locked.
1 Internal encoder p500083 = 2
1 AOP30 Connection via PPI or RS232
1 STARTER Online
1 Parallel interface Active
1 Peer-to-peer Active

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Note
The capacity of the SINAMICS DCM can be expanded by equipping the SINAMICS DCM
with a 2nd CUD (right-hand slot). See the "Expanding the SINAMICS DCM to include a
second CUD" chapter.

10.29.2 Computation examples

Example 1:
Project A is a single drive in a control cabinet. An AOP30 (PPI) is located in the control
cabinet door. The motor has an incremental encoder, which is connected through the
internal encoder input.

Base load 70 %
AOP30 via PPI +4 %
Internal encoder +2 %
Calculated CPU time load = 76 %
Approx. 24 % remain free for use by the free function blocks and/or DCC blocks.

Example 2:
Project B is a single drive connected to an S7 via ProfiNet. 3 TM31 modules are used for
terminal expansion. The sampling rates of the TM modules (p4099) are set to 4000 ms. In
addition, a configured DCC application in the drive is running, which comprises 50 blocks
and runs in the 6 ms time slice.

Base load 70 %
CBE20 +1 %
3 × TM31 with p4099[1,2,3] = 500 +6 %
DCC application: 50 blocks @ 1 ms +5 %
Calculated CPU time load = 82 %
The CUD is 82 % utilized.

Note
The available CPU time can be expanded by equipping the SINAMICS DCM with a 2nd CUD
(right-hand slot). See the "Expanding the SINAMICS DCM to include a second CUD"
chapter.

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10.30 Free function blocks

A logic operation, which connects several states (e.g. access control, plant status) to a
control signal (e.g. ON command), is required for controlling the drive system in a wide
variety of applications.
Along with logic operations, a number of arithmetical operations and storing elements are
becoming increasingly important in drive systems. This functionality is available as a "Free
function blocks" function module (FBLOCKS) on the drive object type of the SINAMICS
DCM.

Notes
● Exact information on the scope of the blocks, about parameter assignment and about
commissioning the free function blocks is available in the "SINAMICS" Free function
blocks" manual. This chapter describes the special features of the free function blocks
with SINAMICS DCM.
● This additional functionality increases the CPU time load. That means the maximum
possible configuration with a Control Unit may be restricted.
● The free function blocks are restricted in their scope to 52 blocks per drive object (DO).
Furthermore, the unassigned function blocks as compared to DCC cause significantly
higher CPU time loading. If that does not suffice, the application can be implemented with
the DCC technology option. See the Drive Control Chart (DCC) chapter.
● In the SINAMICS DCM, simultaneous use of the free function blocks and the DCC
technology option are feasible.

CPU time load through free function blocks with the SINAMICS DCM
Processing free function blocks requires considerable computation time. If the CPU time
becomes meager, you have to check whether all the activated function modules are required
and whether all the function blocks used need to be computed within the same sampling
time.
The CPU time load can be reduced by either deactivating function modules or assigning
used function blocks to a runtime group with a longer sampling time.

Table 10- 35 CPU time load through free function blocks with the SINAMICS DCM

Time slice Number of free function blocks CPU time load

16 ms 52 +30 %
8 ms 23 +30 %
5 ms 12 +30 %
4 ms 6 +30 %
2 ms 3 +30 %

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Notes
● The actual CPU time load of the CUD can be read out on r9976. Please refer to the "CPU
time load with the SINAMICS DCM" chapter for more information about the CPU load
with the SINAMICS DCM.
● To make own calculations, the above-illustrated CPU time loads can be taken as "linear".
This means that:
– half as many blocks in the same time slice generate half as much CPU time load, etc.
– the same number of blocks in time slices half as fast generate half as much CPU time
load, etc.
● Each individual free function block can be assigned to a runtime group via parameter
(e.g. p20032). 10 runtime groups are available. Every runtime group can be assigned a
time slice using p20000.
The time slices that can be selected with p20000 = 1 to 1096 are calculated
asynchronously to the closed-loop control functions.
The time slice that can be selected with p20000 = 9003 is that time slice, in which the
setpoint channel (function diagrams 3105 to 3155) is calculated. One of the free function
blocks assigned to this time slice is immediately calculated before the functions of the
setpoint channel.

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10.31 Drive Control Chart (DCC)

For complex applications that cannot be implemented with the free function blocks, the DCC
technology option is available. With DCC, a function diagram can be graphically created,
which comprises elementary function blocks that are connected with each other, and which
can then be loaded into the SINAMICS DC MASTER.
The following steps are required to implement an executable DCC control with the
SINAMICS DCM:
1. Installation of STARTER and a DCC license on the PC
2. Loading the DCC technology option on to the memory (ROM) in the drive unit.
3. Configure a DCC diagram on the PC (DCC editor)
4. Compile the DCC diagram on the PC and load it into the drive

Notes
● Detailed information on the function blocks is contained in the "SINAMICS SIMOTION
Function Manual DCC Block Description" as well as in the "SINAMICS SIMOTION
Programming Manual DCC Editor". This chapter describes the special features of the
DCC technology option with SINAMICS DCM.
● Simultaneous use of the free function blocks and the DCC technology option are feasible.
● This additional functionality through DCC increases the CPU time load. That means the
maximum possible configuration with a Control Unit may be restricted.
● Before you load a STARTER project with DCC chart into the drive, you must load the
DCC technology option into the memory of the drive unit (see Chapter "Loading the DCC
technology option in the drive unit memory"). If you attempt to load a DCC chart into the
drive, although the DCC technology option is not available in the drive, then the drive
signals a fault. To resolve this fault, you have the following options:

1. Now install the DCC technology option as described in Chapter "Loading the DCC
technology option into the memory of the drive unit". Then, carry out a POWER OFF /
ON. Now load the STARTER project together with the DCC chart into the drive.
2. Delete the DCC chart from the STARTER project and load the project into the drive
without DCC chart.
3. Restore the factory settings
4. Carry out a POWER OFF / ON.

10.31.1 Loading the DCC technology option into the drive unit memory
Loading the DCC technology option into the drive unit is usually performed with STARTER
and with the SINAMICS DCM takes about 7 min. During this process, the entire DCB library
with a scope of approx. 2 MB data is transferred to the drive.
To accelerate this process, the SINAMICS DCM supports an alternative option for
transferring the DCB library to the drive. With this method, the process is shortened to less
than 5 min:

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● Step 1
In STARTER, open a project that includes a SINAMICS DCM drive with at least one DCC
chart. In the shortcut menu (right mouse button), select "Load into file system" (only
possible in the offline mode).

Figure 10-70 Loading into the file system

● Step 2
A dialog, "Load into file system", opens. Choose "Select target" and select an empty
folder on a local hard drive.
● Step 3
After a folder has been selected, STARTER copies the DCB library into this local folder. 2
folders named "OEM" and "USER" are created.
● Step 4
Copy the OEM folder to an empty memory card.

Note
The memory card supplied from Siemens as option S01 or S02 includes, when supplied,
a dump of the internal unit software. These files are only required to update software.
These files can be deleted for all other applications of the memory card. Copy the files
into a local folder of your PG/PC and delete the files on the memory card, before you use
the card for the functions described in this chapter.

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● Step 5
Insert the Memory card into the switched-off drive and switch on (POWER ON). The DCB
library is copied into the non-volatile memory (ROM) in the drive during power-up. The
process is complete as soon as the power-up has ended (operating state 7.0 reached).
● Step 6
Switch device off/on (POWER OFF / POWER ON). After the new power-up, the DCC is
ready.
● Repeat steps 5 and 6 on additional SINAMICS DCM drives.

Note
If DCC is installed in the drive, the power-up time increases by approx. 10 s.

Note
This procedure does not transfer the STARTER parameter assignments into the unit. In
order to transfer the parameter assignments from STARTER into the drive, the "Load into the
target system" function must be run in STARTER.

10.31.2 CPU time load through DCC

Calculating the DCC blocks requires CPU time. If the CPU time becomes meager, you have
to check whether all the activated blocks are required and whether all the function blocks
used need to be computed within the same sampling time.
The CPU time load can be reduced by either deactivating blocks or assigning used blocks to
a runtime group with a longer sampling time.
A list of all of the DCC blocks available for SINAMICS DCM and the required computation
times are listed in Appendix B.

Table 10- 36 CPU time load DCC blocks left-hand CUD.

Time slice Number of blocks 1) CPU time load

1 ms 50 +30 %
2 ms 100 +30 %
4 ms 200 +30 %
6 ms 300 +30 %
8 ms 400 +30 %
16 ms 800 +30 %
1)This information applies to a left-hand CUD without additional options. These options increase the
basic load of the CUD and reduce the available CPU time for the DCC blocks. Please refer to the
"CPU time load with the SINAMICS DCM" chapter for more information about the CPU load.

In this information, an average complexity of the blocks being used is assumed. If only highly
complex or very simple blocks are computed, the stated limit shifts accordingly.

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Notes
● The actual CPU time load of the CUD can be read out on r9976. Please refer to the "CPU
time load with the SINAMICS DCM" chapter for more information about the CPU load on
the SINAMICS DCM.
● To make own calculations, the above-illustrated CPU time loads can be taken as "linear".
This means that:
– half as many blocks in the same time slice generate half as much CPU time load, etc.
– the same number of blocks in time slices half as fast generate half as much CPU time
load, etc.

Examples
1. In the 1 ms time slice, 50 blocks generate about 30 % additional CPU time load. For that
reason, 50 blocks in the 2 ms time slice generate about 30 % × 0.5 = 15 % additional
CPU time load.
2. In the 7 ms time slice, (300 + 400) / 2 = 350 blocks generate about 30 % additional CPU
time load. That means 250 blocks generate 250 / 350 × 30 % = 21.5 % additional CPU
time load.

10.31.3 Memory load through DCC

Along with the CPU time load, the memory load of the processor must also be considered
when designing a closed loop control with the DCC technology option. A higher number of
configured DCC blocks and @parameters also more highly loads the internal memory
(ROM) of the CUD.
For using DCC, on the SINAMICS DCM, as compared with the maximum possible
configurations documented in the "Maximum configuration" chapter, depending on the size
of the diagram, one must omit optional components. The number of blocks and the
@parameters are decisive.
For one CUD without additional options, the following rules apply:

Table 10- 37 Maximum number of DCC blocks and @parameters

Drive object Number of DCC blocks and @parameters

CU_DC 800
DC_CTRL 600

Note:
The specified maximum numbers for blocks and @parameters always apply for the entire
drive unit and should be regarded as guide values. The CUD is completely utilized with 800
DCC blocks and @parameters on the DO CU_DC or 600 DCC blocks and @parameters on
the DO DC_CTRL. Conserving @parameters has little effect on the quantity structure of the
blocks; the specified maximum numbers for the blocks should therefore not be exceeded.
On the DO DC_CTRL, due to the large number of drive parameters, fewer DCC blocks can
be computed than on the DO CU_DC.

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In addition, the memory is loaded by optional components as follows:

Table 10- 38 Additional memory load through optional components

Component Additional memory load

(expressed in DCC blocks)
AOP30 - 200 blocks
TM31 - 150 blocks
TM15 - 150 blocks
SMC30 - 25 blocks
CBE20 - 25 blocks

The final limits are determined by the total memory available on the CUD. If the above-
mentioned recommended maximum limits are exceeded, this can result in errors during
upload or download (e.g. fault F1105: CU memory insufficient) and the drive can no longer
be switched on; power OFF/ON must be performed on the drive unit.

Sample calculation:
The SINAMICS DM is equipped with one AOP30 and 2 TM31 modules. The DCC diagram is
to be computed on the DO DC_CTRL.
→ 600 – 200 – 2×150 = 100 DCC blocks can be computed on the DO DC_CTRL.

Notes:
● If there is insufficient memory on the CUD for the configuration of the desired DCC
diagram, the scope of the blocks needs to be reduced or the SINAMICS DCM needs to
be equipped with a 2nd CUD on the right-hand slot.
● The computation rules stated above also apply to the CUD on the right-hand slot.
● In most cases, the CPU time load of the CUD becomes the limiting factor when designing
the DCC application and not the memory load.

10.31.4 Backing up the DCC diagrams

A DCC project comprises two parts.
1. Information about the type, time slices and interconnection of the DCB blocks
2. Information about the layout and graphics in the DCC diagrams
When loading the diagram into the drive (loading into the target system) only the information
about the type, time slices and interconnection of the DCB blocks (Point 1) are loaded into
the drive.
The information about layout and graphics in the DCC diagrams (Point 2) are only available
in the STARTER project. To be able to open the diagrams later in the editor, it is important to
back up the STARTER project related to a drive.

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WARNING

Dangerous voltages are inevitable in certain parts of these electrical units during operation.
Dangerous voltage levels may be present at the signaling relays at the customer's site.
Therefore, failure to handle the units properly can result in death or serious physical injury
as well as extensive property damage.
When performing maintenance on this unit, you should therefore observe all information
provided in this section as well as any notices attached to the product itself.
• Only qualified personnel who are familiar with all the safety instructions in this
description, as well as the installation, operating, and maintenance instructions, should
carry out maintenance work on this unit.
• Before carrying out visual inspections and maintenance work, it must be ensured that
the unit is disconnected from the AC power supply, disabled, and grounded. Before the
AC power supply is disconnected, the SINAMICS DCM Control Module, the power unit,
and the motor are subject to dangerous voltage levels; these may be present even when
the contactor of the SINAMICS DCM Control Module is open.
Only spare parts approved by the manufacturer may be used.

The SINAMICS DCM Control Module must be provided with extensive protection measures
against contamination in order to prevent voltage flashovers and, therefore, destruction. Dust
and foreign bodies must be thoroughly removed at given intervals depending on the level of
soiling and certainly at least once every 12 months. The unit must be blown out with dry
compressed air at a maximum of 1 bar, or cleaned using a vacuum cleaner.
The screw connections (also the protective conductor connections) must be retightened
each time that the SINAMICS DCM Control Modules are maintained.

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11.1 Upgrading software releases

11.1 Upgrading software releases

This chapter describes how you can upgrade a drive – including STARTER project – from
one software version to a higher software version (e.g. V1.1 to V1.2).

Basic information
The following steps are necessary:
● Upgrading the unit software
– Step 1: Backup the configuration
– Step 2: Update the drive software (incl. the peripherals)
– Step 3: Update the STARTER project
– Step 4: Load into the target system, RAM to ROM
● Upgrade the DCC technology option (optional)
– Step 5: Update the DCC technology option (DCBLIB) and the DCC charts
– Step 6: Load into the target system, RAM to ROM

Note
A memory card is required to update the software (see Chapter "Ordering data for options
and accessories").

When updating the software, always proceed as follows:

1. Software update of the drive
2. Update the STARTER project
3. Load the converted STARTER project into the drive (load into the target unit)
Do not proceed as follows:
1. Software update of the drive
2. Create a NEW STARTER project
3. Load into the PG
In this case, under certain circumstances, STARTER cannot assign the project to the correct
drive version. If the STARTER project is not available, generate a new project with the old
unit version (load into the PG before the software update) and then proceed as normal.

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11.1.1 Upgrading the unit software

Step 1: Backup the configuration

The drive parameter assignment is not lost while updating the software. In spite of this,
before starting the software update, backup the drive configuration:
● Backup the parameter assignment on a memory card (see Chapter "Functions of the
memory card") and/or
● Backup the parameterization in a STARTER project (see Chapter "Commissioning using
the STARTER commissioning tool")

Step 2: Software update of the drive

Notes:
Only those memory cards that Siemens has prepared for these systems are accepted.
If the memory card is formatted, then this must always be realized with the FAT16 setting.
Download the current software release: See preface
Procedure:
● Unzip the *.zip file to an empty memory card
● Insert the card in the drive, which has been switched-off, and switch the unit on again.
The firmware is updated. The update has been completed if the RDY-LED and the DP1-
LED flash at 0.5 Hz (the update takes about 12 min).
● Carry out a POWER OFF / POWER ON. The new software is now active. During the first
power up
– the connected TM modules and/or SMC30 carry out a SW update (after the software
update of these components, it is necessary to carry out a POWER OFF / POWER
ON for these components)
– indicates to an optionally connected AOP30, that a new AOP software is available.
Confirm the prompt after the update with "OK".

Note
As a result of the unit software update, DCC charts in the unit are not automatically
upgraded to the new DCC version. This is also not absolutely necessary. See also step 5
(next chapter).

NOTICE

Electronics power supply must not be interrupted during the update, otherwise the update
will need to be restarted.

Note
To safely remove the memory card, see Chapter "Functions of the memory card"

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Step 3: Update the STARTER project

Install the SSP that matches the new SW version (e.g. SSP SINAMICS DCM V1.2).
SSPs for different versions of the same drive can be simultaneously installed in STARTER.
Open the existing STARTER project (that refers to an old unit version). Right-click on the unit
in the project navigator and select "Target device" → "Device version…". Select the new
device version and confirm with "Change version". The project is converted to the new unit
version.

Note
STARTER does not support a "downgrade" of the software version (e.g. V1.2 to V1.1).

Step 4: Load into the target system, RAM to ROM

Load the project into the drive (load into the target system) and permanently save the
parameter assignment (carry out RAM to ROM).

11.1.2 Upgrading the DCC technology option

Step 5: Update the DCC technology option (DCBLIB) and the DCC charts
It is not absolutely necessary to upgrade the DCC library. Only upgrade the DCC library if
you wish to use functions that the old DCC library does not support.
It is only possible to upgrade the DCC library via the associated STARTER project. While
upgrading, it is not permissible that there is a DCC chart in the drive.
After you have upgraded the unit software according to the previous chapter, update the
DCC technology option as follows:
● Establish a connection to the drive using STARTER.
● Delete the parameter assignment and DCC charts in the drive, by setting p0976 to 200.
After deleting, the parameterization including the DCC charts only exist in STARTER.
● After the system was reset via p0967=200, re-establish a connection to the drive via
STARTER.
● Import the new DCC library (see Chapter "Drive Control Chart")

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Figure 11-1 Selecting technology packages

● Carry out a POWER OFF / POWER ON to activate the new DCC library.
● Convert the existing DCC Charts
– Open the DCC editor by double clicking on the DCC chart
– In the DCC editor, in the menu, selection "Options" → "Block types…"
– Answer the question "Do you wish to update the block types in the DCC editor" with
"OK".

Figure 11-2 Importing the DCC library (1)

– Shift the DCC library, which appears in the "Libraries installed in Starter", to the right
with ">>"

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Figure 11-3 Importing the DCC library (2)

– Select "Accept"
– The chart is compiled into the new version
– Perform these steps for all DCC charts which are in the drive.

Step 6: Load into the target system, RAM to ROM

Load the project into the drive (load into the target system) to upgrade the charts in the drive
to the new version and permanently save the parameter assignment (carry out RAM to
ROM).

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11.2 Replacing the back-up battery in the AOP30 operator panel

Table 11- 1 Technical specifications of the backup battery

Type CR2032 3 V lithium battery

Manufacturer Maxell, Sony, Panasonic
Nominal capacity 220 mAh
Self-discharge at 20 °C 1 %/year
Service life (in backup mode) > 1 year at 70 °C; >1.5 years at 20 °C
Service life (during operation) > 2 years

Replacement
1. Disconnect the SINAMICS DCM from the power supply
2. Open the cabinet.
3. Disconnect the 24 V DC power supply and communications line on the operator panel.
4. Open the cover of the battery compartment.
5. Remove the old battery.
6. Insert the new battery.
7. Close the cover of the battery compartment.
8. Reconnect the 24 V DC power supply and communications line.
9. Close the cabinet.

NOTICE

The battery must be replaced within one minute to ensure that no AOP settings are lost.

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Figure 11-4 Replacing the backup battery for the cabinet operator panel

Note
The battery must be disposed of in accordance with the manufacturer guidelines and
applicable country-specific laws and directives.

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12.1 Using SINAMICS DCM in shipbuilding
When using SINAMICS DCM in shipbuilding, the following points must be observed:
● Radio interference suppression filters must be used in the armature circuit and in the field
circuit (see Chapter 6)
● EMC-compliant design according to Chapter 6
● Use coated modules (option M08). See the ordering data for options and accessories in
Chapter 2.

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12.2 Connecting an incremental encoder

12.2 Connecting an incremental encoder

Note
Because the physical transmission media is more robust, the bipolar connection should
always be used. The unipolar connection should only be used if the encoder type does not
output push-pull signals.

Note
The technical data of the incremental encoder inputs (X177.41 to 48) and further information
on how to connect an incremental encoder are given in Chapter 6.

HTL encoder, bipolar, with zero signal

;
8E 
3 6XSSO\
0 
0

. 
7UDFN
.  7UDFN
. 
7UDFN
.  7UDFN
. 
5 =HURPDUN
.  5

Improved protection against induced interference is achieved by twisting the signal lines in pairs.
Figure 12-1 Bipolar incremental encoder

HTL encoder, bipolar, with zero signal

;
8E 
3 6XSSO\
0 
0

. 
7UDFN
 7UDFN
. 
7UDFN
 7UDFN
. 
5 =HURPDUN
 5

Figure 12-2 Unipolar incremental encoder

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Certifications

Development, production, sales:

ISO 9001:2008 Quality management
ISO 14001:2004 Environmental management
Units:
GOST РОСС DE.АЯ46.
Germanischer Lloyd Shipbuilding 1) has been applied for
Lloyd's Register Shipbuilding 1) No. 06/20053
American Bureau of Shipping Shipbuilding 1) 06-HG196692-1-PDA
Det Norske Veritas Shipbuilding 1) No. E-10357 (DC converters)
No. E-10358 (Control Module)
Communication:
PROFIBUS slave (DP-V0, DP-V1, PROFIdrive 3.1.2)

1) In order to maintain the limit values decisive for certification for shipbuilding, the
preconditions according to the Section "Using SINAMICS DCM in shipbuilding" in the
Chapter Applications must be complied with

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Korean Certification (KC)

The EMC limit values to be complied with for Korea correspond to the limit values of the
EMC product standard for variable-speed electric drives EN 61800-3, category C2 or limit
value class A1 according to EN55011.
With suitable additional measures, the limit values according to category C2 or according to
limit value class A1 are maintained.
To do this, an additional radio interference suppression filter (EMC filter) must be used and
the converters must be installed in the control cabinet in compliance with EMC rules.
The appropriate radio interference suppression filters (for the field and armature circuits) for
the SINAMICS DC MASTER are listed in Catalog D23.1.
Additional notes are provided there as well as technical data and constraints regarding the
use of radio interference suppression filters, such as:
● The use in grounded line supplies
● And the mandatory use of a commutating reactor
Detailed information about the basics of EMC and EMC-compliant design of drives can be
found in the Chapter "Connecting up".

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Basic standards

EN 50178 Electronic equipment for use in power installations

EN 50274 Low-voltage switchgear and controlgear assemblies: Protection against
electric shock - Protection against unintentional direct contact with
hazardous live parts
EN 60146-1-1 Semiconductor converters; General requirements and line-commutated
converters; specification of basic requirements
EN 61800-1 Adjustable speed electrical power drive systems - General requirements -
Rating specifications for low voltage adjustable speed DC power drive
systems
EN 61800-3 Adjustable speed electrical power drive systems - Part 3: EMC product
standard including specific test methods
EN 61800-5-1 Adjustable speed electrical power drive systems – Part 5-1: Safety
requirements – Electrical, thermal, and energy
EN 60204-1 Safety of machinery - Electrical equipment of machines - Part 1: General
requirements
UBC 97 Uniform Building Code

Reference standards

SN 29500-1 Component failure rates: Anticipated values, general

SN 36350-1 Environmentally compatible products, Part 1: Product design guidelines
SN 27095 Inspection and testing of switchgear and control equipment for marine
engineering
ISO 3740 Determination of sound power levels of noise sources: Guidelines for the
use of basic standards

Country-specific standards

NEMA National Electrical Manufacturers Association

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A.2 List of abbreviations

Note
The following list of abbreviations includes all abbreviations and their meanings used in the
entire SINAMICS user documentation.

Abbreviation Meaning, German Meaning, English

A
A... Warnung Alarm
AC Wechselstrom Alternating Current
ADC Analog-Digital-Konverter Analog Digital Converter
AI Analogeingang Analog Input
AIM Active Interface Module Active Interface Module
ALM Active Line Module Active Line Module
AO Analogausgang Analog Output
AOP Advanced Operator Panel Advanced Operator Panel
APC Advanced Positioning Control Advanced Positioning Control
ASC Ankerkurzschluss Armature Short-Circuit
ASCII Amerikanische Code-Norm für den American Standard Code for Information
Informationsaustausch Interchange
ASM Asynchronmotor Induction motor
B
BB Betriebsbedingung Operating condition
BERO Firmenname für einen Näherungsschalter Tradename for a type of proximity switch
BI Binektoreingang Binector Input
BIA Berufsgenossenschaftliches Institut für German Institute for Occupational Safety
Arbeitssicherheit
BICO Binektor-Konnektor-Technologie Binector Connector Technology
BLM Basic Line Module Basic Line Module
BOP Basic Operator Panel Basic Operator Panel
C
C Kapazität Capacitance
C... Safety-Meldung Safety message
CAN Serielles Bussystem Controller Area Network
CBC Kommunikationsbaugruppe CAN Communication Board CAN
CD Compact Disc Compact Disc
CDS Befehlsdatensatz Command Data Set
CF CompactFlash CompactFlash
CI Konnektoreingang Connector Input
CNC Computerunterstützte numerische Steuerung Computer Numerical Control
CO Konnektorausgang Connector Output

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CO/BO Konnektor-/Binektorausgang Connector Output/Binector Output
COB-ID CAN Object-Identification CAN Object-Identification
COM Mittelkontakt eines Wechselkontaktes Common contact of a change-over relay
CP Kommunikationsprozessor Communications Processor
CPU Zentrale Recheneinheit Central Processing Unit
CRC Checksummenprüfung Cyclic Redundancy Check
CSM Control Supply Module Control Supply Module
CU Control Unit Control Unit
D
DAC Digital-Analog-Konverter Digital Analog Converter
DC Gleichstrom Direct Current
DCB Drive Control Block Drive Control Block
DCC Drive Control Chart Drive Control Chart
DCN Gleichstrom negativ Direct Current Negative
DCP Gleichstrom positiv Direct Current Positive
DDS Antriebsdatensatz Drive Data Set
DI Digitaleingang Digital Input
DI/DO Digitaleingang/-ausgang bidirektional Bidirectional Digital Input/Output
DMC DRIVE-CLiQ Module Cabinet (Hub) DRIVE-CLiQ Module Cabinet (Hub)
DO Digitalausgang Digital Output
DO Antriebsobjekt Drive Object
DP Dezentrale Peripherie Decentralized Peripherals (Distributed I/Os)
DPRAM Speicher mit beidseitigem Zugriff Dual-Port Random Access Memory
DRAM Dynamischer Speicher Dynamic Random Access Memory
DRIVE- Drive Component Link with IQ Drive Component Link with IQ
CLiQ
DSC Dynamic Servo Control Dynamic Servo Control
D
EASC Externer Ankerkurzschluss External Armature Short-Circuit
EDS Geberdatensatz Encoder Data Set
EGB Elektrostatisch gefährdete Baugruppen Electrostatic Sensitive Devices (ESD)
ELP Erdschlussüberwachung Earth Leakage Protection
EMK Elektromagnetische Kraft Electromagnetic Force (EMF)
EMV Elektromagnetische Verträglichkeit Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC)
EN Europäische Norm European Standard
EnDat Geber-Schnittstelle Encoder-Data-Interface
EP Impulsfreigabe Enable Pulses
EPOS Einfachpositionierer Basic positioner
ES Engineering System Engineering System
ESB Ersatzschaltbild Equivalent circuit diagram
ESR Erweitertes Stillsetzen und Rückziehen Extended Stop and Retract
F

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Abbreviation Meaning, German Meaning, English

F... Störung Fault
FAQ Häufig gestellte Fragen Frequently Asked Questions
FBL Freie Funktionsblöcke Free Blocks
FCC Function Control Chart Function Control Chart
FCC Flussstromregelung Flux Current Control
F-DI Fehlersicherer Digitaleingang Failsafe Digital Input
F-DO Fehlersicherer Digitalausgang Failsafe Digital Output
FEM Fremderregter Synchronmotor Separately excited synchronous motor
FEPROM Schreib- und Lesespeicher nichtflüchtig Flash-EPROM
FG Funktionsgenerator Function Generator
FI Fehlerstrom-Schutzschalter Earth Leakage Circuit-Breaker (ELCB)
FP Funktionsplan Function diagram
FPGA Field Programmable Gate Array Field Programmable Gate Array
FW Firmware Firmware
G
GB Gigabyte Gigabyte
GC Global-Control-Telegramm (Broadcast-Telegramm) Global Control Telegram (Broadcast Telegram)
GSD Gerätestammdatei: beschreibt die Merkmale eines Device master file: describes the features of a
PROFIBUS-Slaves PROFIBUS slave
GSV Gate Supply Voltage Gate Supply Voltage
GUID Globally Unique Identifier Globally Unique Identifier
H
HF Hochfrequenz High Frequency
HFD Hochfrequenzdrossel High frequency reactor
HLG Hochlaufgeber Ramp-function generator
HMI Mensch-Maschine-Schnittstelle Human Machine Interface
HTL Logik mit hoher Störschwelle High-Threshold Logic
HW Hardware Hardware
I
i. V. In Vorbereitung: diese Eigenschaft steht zur Zeit In preparation: this feature is currently not available
nicht zur Verfügung
I/O Eingang/Ausgang Input/Output
IASC Interner Ankerkurzschluss Internal Armature Short-Circuit
IBN Commissioning Commissioning
ID Identifizierung Identifier
IEC Internationale Norm in der Elektrotechnik International Electrotechnical Commission
IF Interface Interface
IGBT Bipolartransistor mit isolierter Steuerelektrode Insulated Gate Bipolar Transistor
IL Impulslöschung Pulse suppression
IPO Interpolatortakt Interpolator clock
IT Drehstromversorgungsnetz ungeerdet Insulated three-phase supply network
IVP Interner Spannungsschutz Internal Voltage Protection

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Abbreviation Meaning, German Meaning, English

J
JOG Tippen Jogging
K
KDV Kreuzweiser Datenvergleich Data cross-checking
KIP Kinetische Pufferung Kinetic buffering
Kp Proportionalverstärkung Proportional gain
KTY Spezieller Temperatursensor Special temperature sensor
L
L Induktivität Inductance
LED Leuchtdiode Light Emitting Diode
LIN Linearmotor Linear motor
LR Lageregler Position controller
LSB Niederstwertiges Bit Least Significant Bit
LSS Netzschalter Line Side Switch
LU Längeneinheit Length Unit
LWL Lichtwellenleiter Fiber-optic cable
M
M Masse Reference potential, zero potential
MB Megabyte Megabyte
MCC Motion Control Chart Motion Control Chart
MDS Motordatensatz Motor Data Set
MLFB Maschinenlesbare Fabrikatebezeichnung Machine-readable product designation
MMC Mensch-Maschine-Kommunikation Man-Machine Communication
MSB Höchstwertiges Bit Most Significant Bit
MSCY_C1 Zyklische Kommunikation zwischen Master (Klasse Master Slave Cycle Class 1
1) und Slave
MSC Motorstromrichter Motor power converter
MT Messtaster Measuring probe
N
N. C. Nicht angeschlossen Not Connected
N... Keine Meldung oder Interne Meldung No Report
NAMUR Normenarbeitsgemeinschaft für Mess- und Standardization association for instrumentation and
Regeltechnik in der chemischen Industrie control in the chemical industry
NC Öffner Normally Closed (contact)
NC Numerische Steuerung Numerical Control
NEMA Normengremium in USA (United States of America) National Electrical Manufacturers Association
NM Nullmarke Zero Mark
NO Schließer Normally Open (contact)
NSR Netzstromrichter Line power converter
O
OA Open Architecture Open Architecture
OEM Original Equipment Manufacturer Original Equipment Manufacturer

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Abbreviation Meaning, German Meaning, English

OLP Busstecker für Lichtleiter Optical Link Plug
OMI Option Module Interface Option Module Interface
P
p... Einstellparameter Adjustable parameter
PB PROFIBUS PROFIBUS
PcCtrl Steuerungshoheit Master Control
PD PROFIdrive PROFIdrive
PDS Leistungsteildatensatz Power Unit Data Set
PE Schutzerde Protective Earth
PELV Schutzkleinspannung Protective Extra Low Voltage
PEM Permanenterregter Synchronmotor Permanent-magnet synchronous motor
PG Programmiergerät Programming terminal
PI Proportional Integral Proportional Integral
PID Proportional Integral Differential Proportional Integral Differential
PLC Speicherprogrammierbare Steuerung (SPS) Programmable Logic Controller (PLC)
PLL Phase Locked Loop Phase Locked Loop
PNO PROFIBUS Nutzerorganisation PROFIBUS user organization
PPI Punkt zu Punkt Schnittstelle Point to Point Interface
PRBS Weißes Rauschen Pseudo Random Binary Signal
PROFIBUS Serieller Datenbus Process Field Bus
PS Stromversorgung Power Supply
PSA Power Stack Adapter Power Stack Adapter
PTC Positiver Temperaturkoeffizient Positive Temperature Coefficient
PTP Punkt zu Punkt Point-To-Point
PWM Pulsweitenmodulation Pulse Width Modulation
PZD PROFIBUS Prozessdaten PROFIBUS process data
R
r... Beobachtungsparameter (nur lesbar) Display parameter (read only)
RAM Speicher zum Lesen und Schreiben Random Access Memory
RCCB Fehlerstrom-Schutzschalter Residual Current Circuit Breaker
RCD Fehlerstrom-Schutzschalter Residual Current Device
RJ45 Norm. Beschreibt eine 8-polige Steckverbindung mit Standard. Describes an 8-pole plug connector with
Twisted-Pair Ethernet. twisted pair Ethernet.
RKA Rückkühlanlage Recooling system
RO Nur lesbar Read Only
RPDO Receive Process Data Object Receive Process Data Object
RS232 Serielle Schnittstelle Serial Interface
RS485 Norm. Beschreibt die Physik einer digitalen seriellen Standard. Describes the physical characteristics of a
Schnittstelle. digital serial interface.
RTC Echtzeituhr Real Time Clock
RZA Raumzeigerapproximation Space vector approximation (SVA)
S

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Abbreviation Meaning, German Meaning, English

S1 Dauerbetrieb Continuous operation
S3 Aussetzbetrieb Periodic duty
SBC Sichere Bremsenansteuerung Safe Brake Control
SBH Sicherer Betriebshalt Safe Operating Stop
SBR Sichere Beschleunigungsüberwachung Safe Acceleration Monitor
SCA Sichere Nocke Safe Cam
SE Sicherer Software-Endschalter Safe software limit switch
SG Sicher reduzierte Geschwindigkeit Safely reduced speed
SGA Sicherheitsgerichteter Ausgang Safety-related output
SGE Sicherheitsgerichteter Eingang Safety-related input
SH Sicherer Halt Safety standstill
SI Safety Integrated Safety Integrated
SIL Sicherheitsintegritätsgrad Safety Integrity Level
SLM Smart Line Module Smart Line Module
SLP Sicher begrenzte Position Safely Limited Position
SLS Sicher begrenzte Geschwindigkeit Safely Limited Speed
SLVC Geberlose Vektorregelung Sensorless Vector Control
SM Sensor Module Sensor Module
SMC Sensor Module Cabinet Sensor Module Cabinet
SME Sensor Module External Sensor Module External
SN Sicherer Software-Nocken Safe software cam
SOS Sicherer Betriebshalt Safe Operating Stop
SPC Sollwertkanal Setpoint Channel
SPS Speicherprogrammierbare Steuerung Programmable Logic Controller (PLC)
SS1 Sicherer Stop 1 Safe Stop 1
SS2 Sicherer Stop 2 Safe Stop 2
SSI Synchron Serielle Schnittstelle Synchronous Serial Interface
SSM Sichere Rückmeldung der Safe Speed Monitor
Geschwindigkeitsüberwachung (n < nx)
SSR Sichere Bremsrampe Safe Stop Ramp
STO Sicher abgeschaltetes Moment Safe Torque Off
STW PROFIBUS Steuerwort PROFIBUS control word
T
TB Terminal Board Terminal Board
TIA Totally Integrated Automation Totally Integrated Automation
TM Terminal Module Terminal Module
TN Drehstromversorgungsnetz geerdet Grounded three-phase supply network
Tn Nachstellzeit Integral time
TPDO Transmit Process Data Object Transmit Process Data Object
TT Drehstromversorgungsnetz geerdet Grounded three-phase supply network
TTL Transistor-Transistor-Logik Transistor-Transistor Logic
Tv Vorhaltezeit Derivative-action time

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Abbreviation Meaning, German Meaning, English

U
UL Underwriters Laboratories Inc. Underwriters Laboratories Inc.
USV Unterbrechungsfreie Stromversorgung Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS)
V
VC Vektorregelung Vector Control
Vdc Zwischenkreisspannung DC link voltage
VdcN Teilzwischenkreisspannung negativ Partial DC link voltage negative
VdcP Teilzwischenkreisspannung positiv Partial DC link voltage positive
VDE Verband Deutscher Elektrotechniker Association of German Electrical Engineers
VDI Verein Deutscher Ingenieure Association of German Engineers
Vpp Volt Spitze zu Spitze Volt peak to peak
VSM Voltage Sensing Module Voltage Sensing Module
W
WEA Wiedereinschaltautomatik Automatic restart
WZM Werkzeugmaschine Machine tool
X
XML Erweiterbare Auszeichnungssprache Extensible Markup Language
(Standardsprache für Web-Publishing und
Dokumentenmanagement)
Z
ZK Zwischenkreis DC Link
ZSW PROFIBUS Zustandswort PROFIBUS status word

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Abbreviations, DC-specific terms

Abbreviation Meaning
2Q 2 quadrant
4Q 4 quadrant
IR Initial rounding
FR Final rounding
CUD Control Unit DC
RUT Rampup time
Ia Actual armature current value
IAlimit Current limit
If Actual field current value
ILG Current at critical conduction
In Rated current
Kp P gain
La Armature circuit inductance
Mlimit Torque limit
Mact Actual torque value
n Speed
nact Actual speed value
nmin Minimum speed
NN Normal zero
nsetp Speed setpoint
Ra Armature circuit resistance
RDT Ramp-down time
Tn Integral time
Tu Ambient temperature
Ua Armature voltage
Uf Field voltage
ULine Line voltage
USS Universal serial interface
SICROWBAR Overvoltage protection

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A.3 Environmental compatibility

Environmental aspects during development
The use of highly-integrated components has enabled the number of parts to be kept to a
minimum, with energy being used as efficiently as possible during production as a result.
Particular emphasis has been placed on ensuring that the metal and plastic parts have a low
volume and low weight, and that the number of different types is kept to a minimum.

Front parts: PC + ABS Bayblend Bayer

Plastic parts in the unit: PC Lexan 915-R
Insulation materials: PC (FR) fl Makrolon or Lexan
Rating plate: Polyester film
Pollutant-free materials have been used for all significant parts. Insulation materials
containing silicone are not used. Materials containing halogens are only present to a slight
extent (cable insulation in the SINAMICS DCM Control Module).
All materials meet ROHS criteria.
Environmental compatibility was a key criterion in selecting supplier parts.

Environmental aspects during production

The packaging material can be recycled and consists mainly of cardboard.
With the exception of the enclosure, no surface coatings have been used.
The production processes do not produce any emissions.

Environmental aspects for disposal

The unit features screw-in and snap-in connections that can be easily released in order to
separate it into different mechanical components for recycling purposes.
The printed circuit boards may be used in recycling processes involving energy recovery.
The proportion of components containing hazardous substances is low.

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A.4 Servicing
Repairs
If you wish to have a part or unit repaired, please get in touch with your regional contact for
repairs.

Services
Qualified personnel can perform repair work on your units and offer services that ensure
their availability. This work can be carried out with charges that are scaled according to the
amount of time and work involved, or at a flat rate as part of a contract. Services whose
charges depend on the amount of time and work involved are performed within the normal
working hours for the region and with an appropriate response time.
You can get in touch with your regional contact if you wish to have any services carried out.

Note
We would be grateful if you could specify the following unit data when contacting them with
queries relating to this:
• Unit order number and serial number
• Software version
• Hardware version of electronics module CUD (printed on the component side)
• Hardware version and software version of additional modules (if used)

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B.1 Runtimes of the DCC blocks for SINAMICS DCM
The typical runtimes of the DCC blocks (in µs) are listed in the following table.

Table B- 1 DCC blocks on the SINAMICS DCM

Designation Function Typ. Group

runtime
ADD Adder (REAL type) 8 Arithmetic
ADD_D Adder (double integer type) 7
ADD_l Adder (integer type) 7
ADD_M Modulo adder for addition in correct axis 8
cycle
AVA Absolute value generator with sign 6
evaluation
AVA_D Absolute value generator (double integer) 6
DIV Divider (REAL type) 9
DIV_D Divider (double integer type) 7
DIV_I Divider (integer type) 7
MAS Maximum evaluator 7
MIS Minimum evaluator 8
MUL Multiplier 7
MUL_D Multiplier (double integer type) 7
MUL_I Multiplier (integer type) 7
PLI20 Polyline, 20 break points 9
SII Inverter 6
SUB Subtractor 6
SUB_D Subtractor (double integer type) 6
SUB_I Subtractor (integer type) 5
DEL Dead zone element 6 Closed Loop
DEZ Dead zone element 6 Control

DIF Derivative-action element 7

DT1 Smoothing element 8
INT Integrator 8
LIM Limiter (REAL type) 6
LIM_D Limiter (DOUBLE type) 6
MVS Sliding-type mean value generator 8
PC P controller 9
PIC PI controller 10
PT1 Delay element 7

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Designation Function Typ. Group

runtime
RGE Ramp-function generator 12
RGJ Ramp-function generator with jerk limiting 78
BY_W Status byte to status word converter 14 Conversion
B_DW Converter 32 binary variables to status 10
double word
B_W Converter 16 binary variables to status word 6
DW_B Converter status double word to 32 binary 6
variables
DW_R Accepting bit string as real value 5
DW_W Status double word to status word converter 6
D_I DOUBLE INTEGER to INTEGER converter 6
D_R DOUBLE INTEGER to REAL converter 7
D_UI DOUBLE INTEGER to UNSIGNED 6
INTEGER converter
D_US DOUBLE INTEGER to UNSIGNED SHORT 6
INTEGER converter
I_D INTEGER to DOUBLE INTEGER converter 6
I_R INTEGER to REAL converter 6
I_UD INTEGER to UNSIGNED DOUBLE 6
INTEGER converter
I_US INTEGER to UNSIGNED SHORT INTEGER 6
converter
N2_R Converting 16-bit fixed-point format (N2) to 7
REAL
N4_R Converting 32-bit fixed-point format (N4) to 6
REAL
R_D REAL to DOUBLE INTEGER converter 6
R_DW Bit string transfer as WORD 6
R_I REAL to INTEGER converter 6
R_N2 Converting REAL to 16-bit fixed-point format 6
(N2)
R_N4 Converting REAL to 32-bit fixed-point format 6
(N4)
R_UD REAL to UNSIGNED DOUBLE INTEGER 6
converter
R_UI REAL to UNSIGNED INTEGER converter 6
R_US REAL to UNSIGNED SHORT INTEGER 5
converter
UD_I INTEGER DOUBLE INTEGER to INTEGER 5
converter
UD_R UNSIGNED DOUBLE INTEGER to REAL 6
converter
UI_D UNSIGNED INTEGER to DOUBLE 6
INTEGER converter
UI_R UNSIGNED INTEGER to REAL converter 6

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Designation Function Typ. Group

runtime
US_D UNSIGNED-SHORT-INTEGER to DOUBLE 6
INTEGER converter
US_I UNSIGNED-SHORT-INTEGER to INTEGER 5
converter
US_R UNSIGNED-SHORT-INTEGER to REAL 5
converter
W_B Converter, status word to 16 binary variables 5
W_BY Status word to status byte converter 5
W_DW Status word to status double word converter 6
AND BOOL type 7 Logic
BF Flash function BOOL 12
BSW Binary change-over switch (BOOL type) 5
CNM Controllable numeric memory (REAL type) 6
CNM_D Controllable numeric memory (double 6
integer type)
CNM_I Controllable numeric memory (integer type) 6
CTR Counter (BOOL type) 7
DFR Reset-dominant D-type flip-flop (BOOL type) 6
DLB Delay element (REAL type) 7
DX8 Demultiplexer, 8 outputs, (REAL type) 6
DX8_D Demultiplexer, 8 outputs, (DOUBLE 14
INTEGER type)
DX8_I Demultiplexer, 8 outputs, (INTEGER type) 13
ETE Edge evaluator (BOOL type) 6
LVM Double-sided limit monitor with hysteresis 7
(BOOL type)
MFP Pulse generator (BOOL type) 6
MUX8 Multiplexer, cascadable (BREAL type) 6
MUX8_D Multiplexer, cascadable (DOUBLE INTEGER 12
type)
MUX8_I Multiplexer, cascadable (INTEGER type) 13
NAND Block (BOOL type) 7
NCM Numeric comparator (REAL type) 6
NCM_D Numeric comparator (DOUBLE INTEGER 5
type)
NCM_I Numeric comparator (INTEGER type) 6
NOP1 Dummy block (REAL type) 5
NOP1_B Dummy block (BOOL type) 5
NOP1_D Dummy block (DOUBLE INTEGER type) 4
NOP1_I Dummy block (INTEGER type) 6
NOP8 Dummy blocks (REAL type) 8
NOP8_B Dummy blocks (BOOL type) 8
NOP8_D Dummy blocks (DOUBLE INTEGER type) 8

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Designation Function Typ. Group

runtime
NOP8_I Dummy blocks (INTEGER type) 8
NOR Block (BOOL type) 7
NOT Inverter (BOOL type) 5
NSW Numeric change-over switch (REAL type) 6
NSW_D Numeric change-over switch (DOUBLE 5
INTEGER type)
NSW_I Numeric change-over switch (INTEGER 6
type)
OR (BOOL type) 7
PCL Pulse shortening device (BOOL type) 6
PDE Closing delay device (BOOL type) 5
PDF Breaking delay device (BOOL type) 6
PST Pulse stretching device (BOOL type) 6
RSR RS flip-flop, R-dominant (BOOL type) 6
RSS RS flip-flop, S-dominant (BOOL type) 6
SH_DW Shift block (DWORD type) 6
TRK Tracking/memory element (REAL type) 6
TRK_D Tracking/memory element (WORD type) 6
XOR Block (BOOL type) 6

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B.1 Runtimes of the DCC blocks for SINAMICS DCM

Designation Function Typ. Group

runtime
RDP Reading drive parameters (REAL type) 14 System
RDP_D Reading drive parameters (DOUBLE type) 14
RDP_I Reading drive parameters (INTEGER type) 15
RDP_UD Reading drive parameters (UNSIGNED 15
DOUBLE INTEGER type)
RDP_UI Reading drive parameters (UNSIGNED 16
INTEGER type)
RDP_US Reading drive parameters (UNSIGNED 15
SHORT INTEGER type)
SAH Sample and hold (REAL type) 23
SAH_B Sample and hold (BOOL type) 23
SAH_BY Sample and hold (BYTE type) 24
SAH_D Sample and hold (DOUBLE type) 24
SAH_I Sample and hold (INTEGER type) 24
SAV Value buffering (REAL type) 5
SAV_BY Value buffering (BYTE type) 6
SAV_D Value buffering (DOUBLE type) 6
SAV_I Value buffering (INTEGER type) 6
STM Fault/alarm trigger 41
WRP Writing drive parameters (REAL type) 17
WRP_D Writing drive parameters (DOUBLE type) 13
WRP_I Writing drive parameters (INTEGER type) 17
WRP_UD Writing drive parameters (UNSIGNED 18
DOUBLE INTEGER type)
WRP_UI Writing drive parameters (UNSIGNED 16
INTEGER type)
WRP_US Writing drive parameters (UNSIGNED 17
SHORT INTEGER type)
DCA Diameter calculator 16 Technology
INCO Axial winder moment of inertia 51
TTCU Winding characteristic 25
OCA Software cam group 8
WBG Wobble generator 50

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B.2 BOP20 status display during power-up

B.2 BOP20 status display during power-up

During power-up, the status of the power-up is briefly displayed on the BOP20.

Table B- 2 Display of the power-up on the BOP20

Displayed value Meaning

0 Operation
10 Ready
20 Wait for power-up
25 Wait for automatic firmware update of DRIVE-CLiQ components
31 Commissioning software download active
33 Remove/acknowledge topology error
34 End commissioning mode
35 Perform the first commissioning
70 Initialization
80 Reset active
99 Internal software error

The states listed above are automatically run through during the commissioning and are
normally not visible.
In the following exceptional cases, power-up is interrupted with display value 33. In this
state, the unit can be parameterized using BOP20, AOP30 and STARTER:
● Differences have been identified between the reference and actual topology.
– Correct the topology (e.g. re-insert the TM component)
– Transfer the actual topology into the reference topology by setting p9905=1 or
p9905=2. Power-up is continued.
● A memory card with a parameter data set, which comes from a SINAMICS DCM with a
different MLFB is inserted in the drive
– Accept the parameter data set by setting p9906=3. Power-up is continued.
● A memory card with a parameter data set from another CUD type is inserted in the drive
(e.g. a parameter data set from the right-hand CUD was loaded into a left-hand CUD, a
parameter data set of a standard CUD was loaded into an advanced CUD)
– Accept the parameter data set by setting p9906=3. Power-up is continued.

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Status display, 504

Brake, 403
Braking distance, 383
3
3U1, 3W1, 3C, 3D, 119 C
Cable routing in the unit, 67
A Cable sets, 25
CBE20, 145, 250
Access levels, 266 CDS, 266
Accessories, 22 Certifications, 485
Acknowledging errors, 458 Korean certification, 486
On the BOP20, 289 Changing over the power unit topology, 438
Using AOP30, 307 Commissioning, 197
Acknowledging faults, 458 Drive optimization, 252
Actual position value, 387 Optimization runs, 205, 213
Adaptation Optional additional modules, 245
Armature current controller, 397 STARTER, 215
Field current controller, 397 With AOP30, 208
Alarms, 457 Communication interfaces, parallel operation, 369
Configuring, 461 Components
Analog inputs, 121 Communication Board CBE20, 146
Analog outputs, 122, 315 Sensor Module Cabinet-Mounted SMC30, 151
AOP30 Terminal Module TM15, 167
Acknowledging errors, 307 Terminal Module TM31, 180
as the time-of-day master, 311 Connecting
Battery replacement, 482 Current transformers, 93
Cable assignment, 143 External power unit, 73
Faults and alarms, 309 Firing pulse transformers, 100
Installation dimensions, 51 Fuse monitoring, 103
LOCAL mode, 303 Fuse monitoring distributor, 103
Menu structure, 293 Incremental encoder, 484
Operation screen, 294 Voltage measurement equipment, 102
Overview, 292 Connecting power units in parallel, 104
Automatic restart, 417 Connecting the incremental encoder, 484
Auxiliary circuits, 406 Connector, 278
Connectors
Arrangement, 112
B Control via PROFIBUS, 318
BICO technology Control word, 321
Converters, 280 Control word for encoder, 390
Fixed values, 280 Copying RAM to ROM, 239
Interconnecting signals, 278 CPU time load, 465
What is it?, 277 Creep, 384
Binector, 277 CUD
Block diagram, 70 LEDs, 454
BOP20, 281 Current transformers, 93
Control word, drive, 290

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D F
Data sets Factory setting, 214
Command data set (CDS), 266 Fan
Drive data set (DDS), 267 Operating hours counter, 407
Encoder data set (EDS), 268 Fault buffer, 459
DCC, 470 Fault value, 459
DDS, 267 Faults, 457
Diagnostics Acknowledging, 458
Diagnostic memory, 452 Configuring, 461
Trend recorder function, 452 Fault buffer, 459
using LEDs for CBE20, 148 Faults and alarms, 457
using LEDs for the Sensor Module Cabinet BICO interconnections, 464
SMC30, 159 Faults and alarms, 457
using LEDs on Terminal Module TM15, 173 Field characteristic, 255
using LEDs on Terminal Module TM31, 190 Field extra-low voltage, 106
Digital inputs, 121 Field reversal, 439
Digital outputs, 121 Field supply, 106
Dimension drawing, 39 Firing pulse transformers, 100
Firing pulse transformer A7043, 41 Firing pulses
Unit, 39 Amplifying, 101
Dimensions, 39 Connecting in parallel, 101
Disconnection, 374 Fixed setpoint, 385
Disposal, 496 Friction characteristic, 256
Dividing the unit, 42 Function modules
Division options, 80 Technology controller, 400
Drive Control Chart, 470 Fuse monitoring, 103
Drive object, 270 Fuse monitoring distributor, 103
Drive optimization, 252 Fuses, 109
Optimization runs, 253
DRIVE-CLiQ, 128
H
Holding brake, 403
E Hot restart time, 417
EDS, 268
Electromagnetic compatibility, 55
Electronics power supply, 119 I
EMC, 55
I2t monitoring, 408
Basic information, 55
Incremental encoder evaluation, 122, 123, 151, 386
EMC-compliant installation, 58
Inputs, 121
EN 61800-3, 56
Analog, 121
Enable, 376
Digital, 121
Encoder
Overview, 313
Control word, 390
Temperature sensor, 122
Incremental encoder evaluation, 122, 123
Interconnecting signals using BICO technology, 278
Status word, 392
Interconnecting using BICO technology, 278
Encoder evaluation, 386
Interfaces
Environmental classes, 34
DRIVE-CLiQ, 128
Environmental compatibility, 496
Peer-to-peer, 122, 444
E-STOP, 377
USS, 367

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J Operator panel
AOP30, 208, 291
Jog, 383
BOP20, 281
Optimization
Armature current closed-loop control, 254
K EMF closed-loop control, 255
Korean certification, 486 Field current closed-loop control, 254, 260
Friction characteristic, 256
Manual, 258
L Mechanical system capable of oscillation, 256
Optimization runs, 205, 213
LEDs
Speed control, 255
for CBE20, 148
Speed controller, 261
for Terminal Module TM15, 173
Optimization runs, 253
for Terminal Module TM31, 190
Options, 22, 51
for the Sensor Module Cabinet SMC30, 159
Outputs, 121
On the CUD, 454
Analog, 122, 315
PROFIBUS, 318
Digital, 121
Load resistances, 94
Overview, 313
Overload protection, 408
M
Maintenance, 475 P
Battery replacement, AOP30, 482
Parallel connection, 419
Manual optimization, 258
12-pulse, 428
Measurement
Parameter assignment, 426
Armature current, offset correction, 98
Standard mode, 423
Mechanical system capable of oscillation, 256
Parameter
Memory card, 271, 276
Access levels, 266
Safely removing, 276
Categories, 264
Menu, 293
Types, 263
Messages, 457
Parameterization
Configuring, 461
Using BOP20, 281
External triggering, 462
With AOP30, 294
Motor temperature, 411
Parameters
Factory setting, 214
Saving, 310
N Peer-to-peer interface, 122, 444
n+m mode, 424 Power failure
Restart, 417
Power unit topology, 438
O Process data, control words
Gn_STW, 390
OFF2, 374
Process data, status words
OFF3, 374
Gn_ZSW, 392
Offset correction, 98
PROFIBUS, 316
Online mode with STARTER, 341
Bus terminating resistor, 317
Operating hours counter
Cable, 69
Unit fan, 407
Connection, 316
Operation enable, 376
Connector, 69, 127, 316
Operation screen, 294
Diagnostics LED, 318
Operational brake, 403
Slave-to-slave communication, 326

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Telegrams and process data, 319 Adaptation, 394

User-defined telegram selection, 319 Droop, 394
PROFINET cables, 148 Reference model, 394
PROFINET interface, 352 Start pulse, 394
PROFINET IO, 347 Speed-dependent current limitation, 413
Addresses, 349 STARTER, 215
IRT, 356 Commissioning, 216
RT and IRT, 348 Configuring a drive unit, 224
Unit selection, 360 Connection through a serial interface, 240
Creating the project, 217
Installation, 215
Q Online mode via PROFINET, 341
Project wizard, 218
Quick stop, 374
Starting the drive project, 238
User interface, 216
Status display at the BOP20, 504
R Status word for encoder, 392
Ramp-down time, 378 Switch on, 372
Ramp-function generator, 378 Operation enable (enable), 376
Ramp-function integrator, 381
Ramp-function-generator tracking, 382
Rampup time, T
Removing modules, 44
Technical data
Replacement
Communication Board CBE20, 150
Operator panel battery, 481
Sensor Module Cabinet SMC30, 163
Replacing the Backup Battery of the Cabinet Operator
Terminal Module TM15, 178
Panel, 481
Terminal Module TM31, 195
Restart, 417
Unit data, 35
Ribbon cables, 138
Technology controller, 400
Temperature sensor, 122
Terminal Module TM15, 167, 245
S Terminal Module TM31, 180, 245
Safety shutdown (E-STOP), 377 Terminals
Series connection Arrangement, 112
12-pulse, 437 Thermal overload protection, 408
6-pulse, 430, 433, 435 Thyristor diagnostics, 453
Setpoint channel Time-of-day master, 311
Creep, 384 Timeout monitoring, 307
Fixed setpoint, 385 TM15, 145, 167
Jog, 383 TM31, 145
Ramp-function generator, 378 Trend recorder function, 452
Shipbuilding, 483, 485
Shutdown, 372
OFF2 (disconnection), 374 U
OFF3 (quick stop), 374
Unit data, 35
SINAMICS Link, 361
Unit fan
Single-phase line supply, 418
Operating hours counter, 407
Slave-to-slave communication
Upgrading
PROFIBUS, 326
Software release, 476
SMC30, 145, 247
USS interface, 367
Software update, 476
Speed controller, 394

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X
X_I_IST, 125
X100, X101, 128
X11 ... X26, 132
X126, 127, 316
X177, 121
X178, 126
X179, 127
X21A, X21PAR, 138
X22A, X22PAR, 139
X23A, X23B, 140
X45, 142
XB, 125
XF1, 142
XIMP_1 ... XIMP_26, 132
XL1, 125
XL2, 125
XM, 125
XP24V, 119
XR1, 125
XS1, 125
XT1, 125
XT5, XT6, 128

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