About this Manual
This manual is divided into the chapters described in the following table. Information is organized by
application area to enable you to use the manual more efficiently.
Chapter Contents
Chapter 1 Overview Describes features and nomenclature.
Chapter 2 Design Provides dimensions, installation methods, wiring methods, peripheral
device design information, and peripheral device selection information.
Chapter 3 Preparing for Operation
and Monitoring
Describes nomenclature and Digital Operator procedures for operating
and monitoring Inverters. Data copying and other functions are
described.
Chapter 4 Test Run Describes the method for controlling a motor through the frequency
adjuster on the front of the Inverter. This can be used for trial
operation of the system.
Chapter 5 Basic Operation Describes basic Inverter control functions for users not familiar with
Inverters. The functions that must be understood to drive a motor with
an Inverter are described.
Chapter 6 Advanced Operation Describes all of the functions provided by the Inverter. These functions
will enable more advanced applications, and includes functions that
will improve motor control through the Inverter, such as
responsiveness (torque characteristics), increasing speed accuracy,
PID control, overtorque detection, and other functions.
Chapter 7 Communications Describes the general-purpose RS-422/RS-485 communications
functions provided by the Inverter, including connection methods and
sample programming for SYSMAC Programmable Controllers.
Chapter 8 Maintenance Operations Provides maintenance, inspection, and troubleshooting information.
Chapter 9 Specifications Provides Inverter specifications, as well as the specifications and
dimensions of peripheral devices.
Chapter 10 List of Parameters Lists basic information on Inverter parameters as a reference for users
already familiar with Inverter operation. Parameters are listed in order
with the page numbers of further information for easy reference.
Chapter 11 Using the Inverter for a
Motor
Describes information on using the Inverter for a motor.