The inverter is a source of danger which may lead to death or the severe injury of
persons.
To protect yourself and others against these dangers, observe the safety instructions
before switching on the inverter.
Please read the safety instructions in the mounting instructions and the hardware
manual for the 8400 motec inverter. Both documents are supplied with the inverter.
This software manual contains information regarding the parameterisation of the 8400 motec
inverter by means of the L-force »Engineer«.
The information in this software manual applies to the 8400 motec inverter with the following
nameplate data:
Product rangeType designationFrom software version
8400 motecE84DGDVBxxxxxxx01.00
All screenshots provided in this documentation are application examples. Depending on the
software version of the inverter and the version of the »Engineer« software installed, the
screenshots in this documentation may differ from the representation in the »Engineer«.
Tip!
Information and tools regarding the Lenze products can be found on the Internet:
The 8400 motec inverter has a modular structure that includes the following
modules: "Drive Unit", "Communication Unit", and "Wiring Unit".
• The drive unit is available in different power settings.
• In case of the communication unit you can select between:
• Without fieldbus (basic I/O, standard I/O, extended I/O)
• AS interface (without safety/with safety STO)
• CANopen (without safety/with safety STO)
• EtherCAT (without safety/with safety STO)
• EtherNET/IP (without safety/with safety STO)
• PROFIBUS (without safety/with safety STO)
• PROFINET (without safety/with safety STO)
• POWERLINK (without safety/with safety STO)
• The wiring unit provides flexible connection possibilities for a simple
integration into the power supply of the machine.
ApplicationA technology application is a drive solution equipped with Lenze's experience
and know-how in which function and system blocks interconnected to a signal
flow are the basis for implementing typical drive tasks.
ASMAsync. motor
Service brakeThe service brake serves to shutdown rotary or translatory masses in motion in
a controlled manner. The energy to be dissipated in this process is converted into
heat in the form of friction energy. This process is a regular and recurring
operating mode.
CodeParameter which serves to parameterise and monitor the inverter. In normal
usage, the term is usually referred to as "Index".
Display codeParameter that displays the current status or value of an input/output of a
system block.
Engineering toolsSoftware solutions for easy engineering in all project stages
»EASY Navigator« – ensures easy operator guidance
• All convenient Lenze engineering tools at a glance
• Tools can be quickly selected
• The clear structure simplifies the engineering process from the
start
»EASY Starter« – easy-to-use tool for service technicians
• Specifically designed for commissioning and maintaining Lenze
devices
• Graphic user interface with very few icons
• Easy to run online diagnostics, set parameters and perform
commissioning
• No risk of accidentally changing an application
• Loading off-the-shelf applications onto the device
»Engineer« – multi-device engineering
• For all products in our L-force portfolio
• Practical user interface
• Graphic interfaces make it easy to navigate
• Can be applied in every phase of a project (project planning,
commissioning, production)
• Parameter setting and configuration
EPMMemory module on which all parametes of the drive system are saved non-
volatilely. These include the parameters of the inverter and communicationrelevant parameters for the communication unit used.
Function blockA function block can be compared with an integrated circuit that contains a
DC injection brakeThe DC injection brake is to brake and/or hold the motor. For this purpose, the
Holding brakeThe holding brake serves to hold the rotor by means of a mechanical unit.
Diagnosis terminal / keypadThe diagnosis terminal combines the keypad with a housing and a connecting
LAAbbreviation: Lenze Application block
Lenze settingThis setting is the default factory setting of the device.
LPAbbreviation: Lenze Port block
LSAbbreviation: Lenze System block
Port blockBlock for implementing the process data transfer via a fieldbus
QSPQuickstop
SLVCMotor control: Sensorless vector control ("SensorLess Vector Control")
SubcodeIf a code contains several parameters, they are stored in "subcodes".
System blockIn the application, system blocks provide interfaces to basic functions and to the
USB diagnostic adapterThe USB diagnostic adapter is used for the operation, parameterisation, and
VFCplusMotor control: V/f characteristic control ("Voltage Frequency
VFCplusEcoMotor control: V/f characteristic control - energy-saving
certain control logic and delivers one or several values when being executed.
• Each function block has a unique identifier, e.g. "L_MPot_1" (motor
potentiometer function)
8400 motec creates a quasi DC field at the stator of the asynchronous machine.
The energy to be dissipated is converted into heat in the rotor.
cable. The diagnosis terminal serves to check or change individual settings. In a
quick commissioning menu, the inverter can be parameterised in the basic
settings by means of the diagnosis terminal.
Note: If this documentation contains descriptions of settings with the keypad,
use the diagnosis terminal instead for the 8400 motec, since the keypad cannot
directly be plugged into the diagnostic interface of the 8400 motec.
• Example: "LA_NCtrl" – block for the "actuating drive speed" application.
• Example: "LP_Network_In" – port block for fieldbus communication.
• Example: "LS_DigitalInput" – system block for digital input signals.
This Manual uses a slash "/" as a separator between code and subcode
(e.g. "C00039/1").
This term is also referred to as "subindex" in common parlance.
hardware of the inverter (e.g. to the digital inputs).
diagnostics of the inverter. Data are exchanged between the PC (USB
connection) and the inverter (diagnostic interface on the front) via the
diagnostic adapter.
• Order designation: E94AZCUS
Control")
In this motor control mode, the inverter adapts the motor voltage to the
requirements of the load. Especially at speeds lower than 50 % of the rated
speed and a reduced torque, losses in the motor and in the inverter can be
reduced. Hence, the usually bad efficiency of the drive in the partial load
operational range is significantly increased.
Being a component of a machine which includes a speed-variable drive system, the inverter needs
to be adjusted to its drive task and the motor. The inverter is adjusted by changing parameters
which are saved in the memory module. The parameters can be accessed by keypad (diagnosis
terminal), by »EASY Starter« or by the »Engineer«. Access is also possible by a master control via
fieldbus communication. For this purpose, various communication units are available, e.g. AS-i,
CANopen, and PROFIBUS.
Danger!
In general, changing a parameter causes an immediate response in the inverter!
• This may lead to an undesirable response at the motor shaft when the inverter has
been enabled!
• Setpoint sources, for instance, may switch over all of a sudden (e.g. when configuring
the signal source for the main setpoint).
Certain device commands or settings which may cause critical states of drive behaviour
constitute exceptions. Such parameter changes are only possible if the inverter is
inhibited. Otherwise, a corresponding error message will be issued.
Signal inputs for control and setpoint signals
Signal flow of the integrated technology application (see the following subchapter)
Signal outputs for status and actual value signals
[2-1]Adaptation of the drive solution via parameter setting
The following technology applications integrated in the inverter 8400 motec provide the main
signal flow for the implementation of a general or a special drive solution:
Technology application "Actuating drive speed"
This preset technology application serves to solve speed-controlled drive tasks, e.g.
conveyor drives (interconnected), extruders, test benches, vibrators, travelling drives,
presses, machining systems, metering units.
This technology application available from version 04.01.00 provides a speed and
torque control by means of "AC Drive Profile". For this purpose, the Communication
Unit EtherNet/IP™ is required.
"Switch-off positioning" technology application
This technology application available from version 05.00.00 is used to solve speedcontrolled drive tasks which require a pre-switch off or stopping at certain positions,
e.g. roller conveyors and conveying belts. The pre-switch off is implemented by
connecting switch-off sensors.
Detailed information on each technology application can be found in the main chapter
2.2Selection of the appropriate commissioning tool
There are several possibilities for commissioning the 8400 motec inverter:
Commissioning via keypad X400 (or diagnosis terminal X400)
The keypad is an alternative to the PC for the local operation, parameterisation, and
diagnostics in a simple manner. The keypad is especially suited for test and
demonstration purposes and for the case that only few parameters have to be
adapted.
Note:
• Use the diagnosis terminal for the 8400 motec inverter. The diagnosis terminal
combines the keypad with a housing and a connecting cable.
• The description how to make the settings with the keypad also applies to the
diagnosis terminal.
Commissioning with PC and »EASY Starter«
The »EASY Starter« is a Lenze tool for easy online diagnostics, parameter setting and
commissioning of the inverter.
Commissioning with PC and »Engineer«
The »Engineer« is a Lenze engineering software for parameter setting across all
devices, configuring and diagnosing individual components (as for instance inverters,
industrial PCs, motors, I/O systems) and machine control systems.
Tip!
The Engineering tools »EASY Starter« and »Engineer StateLevel« are provided free of charge
in the internet:
http://www.Lenze.com
For communication between PC and inverter, the USB diagnostic adapter can be used for
instance (see the following subchapter).
Diagnosis terminal X400Keypad X400 in a robust housing, also suitable for
installation into the control cabinet door.
• Supports hot plugging
• Graphic display with plain texts
• Backlighting
• Easy user guidance
• 4 navigation keys, 2 context-sensitive keys
•Adjustable RUN/STOP function
• Incl. 2.5 m cable
• Enclosure IP20; in case of front installation in control
cabinet IP65
• Can be used for L-force Inverter Drives 8400 and Servo
Drives 9400
USB diagnostic adapterFor electrical isolation of your PC and the inverter.
• Supports hot plugging
• Diagnostic LED for data transfer display
• plug and play
• Input-side voltage supply via USB connection from PC
• Output-side voltage supply via the diagnostic interface of
the inverter
• Connecting cables can be selected in various lengths:
EZAEBK2001
E94AZCUS
Connecting cable for
USB diagnostic adapter
2.5 m length EWL0070
5 m length EWL0071
10 m length EWL0072
Fast communication via diagnostic interface
From version 06.01.00, the diagnostic interface also supports the fast communication with
57,600 Baud (instead of 4,800 Baud).
• If no read or write access takes place via the diagnostic interface for 3.5 s, it is changed over to
normal communication again with 4,800 Baud.
• 57,600 Baud are only possible if the 8400 motec comes with the fast diagnostic interface and
an »Engineer« from version 2.19 or a keypad from firmware version 4.2 is connected.
• The current baud rate of the diagnostic interface is displayed in C01905
All parameters for inverter parameterising or monitoring are saved as so-called "codes".
• The codes are numbered and indicated by the prefix "C" before the code, e.g. "C00002".
• Moreover, each code has a name and specific attributes, as for example access type (reading,
writing), data type, limit values and default setting ("Lenze setting").
• For the sake of clarity, some codes contain "subcodes" for saving parameters. This Manual uses
a slash "/" as a separator between code and subcode, e.g. C00115/1".
• According to their functionality, the parameters are divided into three groups:
• Setting parameters: For specifying setpoints and for setting device / monitoring functions.
• Configuration parameters: For configuring signal connections and terminal assignments.
• Diagnostic/display parameters: For displaying device-internal process factors, current actual
values and status messages. These are read-only parameters.
Execute the function assigned to the function key (see LCD display)
Execute the stop function set in C00469 (Lenze setting: Inhibit inverter)
Deactivate stop function again (Lenze setting: Enable inverter again)
In the menu level: Select menu/submenu
In the parameter level: Select parameter
In the editing mode: Change marked digits or select list entry
In the menu level: Select submenu/change to parameter level
In the editing mode: Cursor to the right
In the menu level: One menu level higher (if available)
In the parameter level: Back to the menu level
In the editing mode: Cursor to the left
Menu structure
In the keypad, the parameters are classified into various menus and submenus.
•The USER menu includes a selection of frequently used parameters.
•The Code list contains all parameters.
•The Go to param function enables you to reach the corresponding parameter directly.
•The Logbook logs all errors and their chronological history.
•The Diagnostics menu contains diagnostic/display parameters for displaying device-internal
process factors, current actual values and status messages.
2.3.2Change parameter settings with PC and Lenze software
For communication between the PC (including the L-force »EASY Starter« or L-force »Engineer«
software) and the inverter, the USB diagnostic adapter can for instance be used, see the following
illustration. The USB diagnostic adapter is the connection between the PC (free USB port) and the
inverter (diagnostic interface).
[2-3]Exemplary constellation for parameterising the inverter
The All parameters tab in the »EASY Starter« and the »Engineer« provides a quick access to all
parameters of the inverter.
The given categories and subcategories correspond 1:1 to the menus and submenus of the keypad:
Category
Subcategories
[2-4]All parameters tab in the »Engineer«
Moreover, the »Engineer« provides a commissioning interface on the Application parameters tab
where you can commission the application in a few steps.
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Detailed information on how to handle the »Engineer« can be found in the integrated
online help that you can call with the [F1] function key.
2.3.3User menu for quick access to frequently used parameters
When a system is installed, parameters must be changed time and again until the system runs
satisfactorily. The user menu of the inverter contains a selection of frequently used parameters to
be able to access and change these parameters quickly:
ParametersNameLenze setting
C00051MCTRL: Actual speed value-
C00053DC-bus voltage-
C00054Motor current-
C00061Heatsink temperature-
C00137Device status-
C00166/3Mess. - status det. error-
C00011Appl.: Reference speed1500 rpm
C00039/1
C00039/2
C00012Acceleration time - main setpoint2.0 s
C00013
C00015
C00016
C00022
C00120
C00087
C00099Firmware version-
C00200Firmware product type-
C00105
C00173
Greyed out = display parameter
Preset setpoint 140.0 %
Preset setpoint 260.0 %
Deceleration time - main setpoint2.0 s
VFC: V/f base frequency50 Hz
VFC: Vmin boost0.0 %
Imax in motor modedepending on the device power
Setting of motor overload (I2xt)100.00 %
Rated motor speed1460 rpm
Decel. time - quick stop5.0 s
Mains voltage0: "3ph 400V"
Tip!
The user menu can be freely configured in C00517
In the »Engineer«, you can configure the user menu comfortably via the User menu tab (see
»Engineer« online help).
After power-off, wait at least three minutes before working on the inverter. When
removing the memory module, ensure that the inverter is deenergised.
All parameters of the drive system are saved non-volatilely on the memory module. These include
the parameters of the inverter and communication-relevant parameters for the communication
unit used.
The plug-in version is especially suited for
• restoring an application after replacing a device.
• duplicating identical drive tasks within the frequency inverter series8400 motec, e.g. by using
the optionally available EPM Programmer.
Note!
• When the device is switched on, all parameters are automatically loaded from the
memory module to the main memory of the inverter.
• When the DIP1 switch on the S1 DIP switch is in the "ON" position, the inverter
works with the settings made via DIP switches S1 and S2 and displays them in the
corresponding codes.
• The 8400 BaseLine and 8400 motec inverters use the same (grey) memory module.
When handling the memory module, a distinction is drawn between the following scenarios:
Delivery status
• The memory module is plugged into the EPM slot of the drive unit.
• The Lenze setting of the parameters is stored in the memory module.
• The memory module is available as a spare part - without any data.
During operation
• Parameter sets can be saved manually.
• Parameter sets can be loaded manually.
• Parameter changes can be saved automatically.
The memory module can be shifted between these inverters, but the inverter must be
parameterised newly afterwards.