Omron 3G3MX2 Series Connection Guide

7. Connection Procedure
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7. Connection Procedure
This section describes how to connect the Controller via EtherCAT.
This document explains the procedures for setting up the Controller and Inverter from the
factory default setting. For the initialization, refer to Section 8 Initialization Method.
7.1. Work Flow
The following is the procedure for connecting to EtherCAT.
7.2 Setting Up the Inverter Set up the Inverter.
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7.2.1 Hardware Settings Check the hardware switches on the Inverter.
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7.2.2 Parameter Setting Set the Inverter parameters.
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7.3 Setting Up the Controller Set up the Controller.
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7.3.1 Starting the Sysmac Studio and
Setting the EtherCAT network
configuration
Start the Automation Software Sysmac Studio and
set the EtherCAT network configuration.
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7.3.2 Setting the Global Variables Set global variables to use for the EtherCAT Slave
Unit.
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7.3.3 Transferring the Project Data Transfer the project data from the Sysmac Studio to
the Controller.
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7.4 Connection Status Check Check the connection status of the EtherCAT
network.
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7.4.1 Checking the Connection Status Check that the EtherCAT communications are
performed normally.
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7.4.2 Checking Data that are Sent and
Received
Check that the correct data are sent and received.

Omron 3G3MX2 Series Specifications

General

Frequency Range	0.1 to 400 Hz
Control Method	V/f Control, Sensorless Vector Control
Overload Capacity	150% for 60 seconds
Safety Standard	CE, UL, cUL
IP Rating	IP20
Output Voltage	3-phase 200-240V AC
Output Frequency	0.1 to 400 Hz
Protection Functions	Overcurrent, Overvoltage, Undervoltage, Overheat, Ground fault, Short circuit
Ambient Temperature	-10 to 50°C
Operating Temperature	-10 to 50°C
Storage Temperature	-20 to 65°C
Humidity	5% to 95% RH (non-condensing)
Altitude	Up to 1000 m
Braking Unit	Built-in
Communication	Modbus RTU
Communication Interface	RS-485
Cooling Method	Forced air cooling
Enclosure Rating	IP20
Protection Features	Overcurrent, Overvoltage, Undervoltage, Overload