ABB AC-AP Series - Panel-To-PC USB Connection; What this Chapter Contains; USB Connection

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Panel-to-PC USB connection
What this chapter contains
This chapter describes the USB connection between the Assistant control panel and
a PC.
USB connection
The three main functions of the USB connection are:
• The control panel acts as an USB adapter, allowing the PC tool to interact with t
he
dr
ive. See Connecting a PC tool to a drive through the control panel (page 65).
• It is possible to transfer data (for example, screenshots and backups) between th
e
cont
rol panel and the PC. When connected, the control panel appears as an MTP
(Media Transfer Protocol) device on the PC.
• The USB port is intended for temporary service.
Use the USB connector gently. Otherwise the connector may break.
Pull the USB connector cable correctly. Avoid pulling the cable in side ways
direction.