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NOTICE
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WARNING
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be used. A notice warning of injury to persons with a safety alert symbol may also include a warning relating to
property damage.
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Qualified personnel are those who, based on their training and experience, are capable of identifying risks and
avoiding potential hazards when working with these products/systems.
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Note the following:
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described. Since variance cannot be precluded entirely, we cannot guarantee full consistency. However, the
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Table of contents
1 Changes in this manual ......................................................................................................................... 5
2 Fundamental safety instructions ........................................................................................................... 7
2.1 General safety instructions ................................................................................................... 7
2.2 Warranty and liability for application examples ..................................................................... 7
2.3 Security information ............................................................................................................ 7
5.3 Changing the Status screens .............................................................................................. 22
5.4 User definable labels on status screen ................................................................................ 24
5.5
6 Setup Menu ......................................................................................................................................... 27
6.1 Example Setups ................................................................................................................. 28
6.1.1 Quick Startup with the IOP-2 .............................................................................................. 31
6.1.2 Advanced Startup with the IOP-2 ........................................................................................ 35
7 Control menu ....................................................................................................................................... 39
8 Menu .................................................................................................................................................... 47
8.1 Menu overview .................................................................................................................. 47
Index .................................................................................................................................................... 81
Danger to life if the safety instructions and residual risks are not observed
• Consider the residual risks for the risk evaluation.
WARNING
emergency off.
2.1 General safety instructions
If the safety instructions and residual risks in the associated hardware documentation are
not observed, accidents involving severe injuries or death can occur.
• Observe the safety instructions given in the hardware documentation.
Malfunctions of the machine as a result of incorrect or changed parameter settings
As a result of incorrect or changed parameterization, machines can malfunction, which in
turn can lead to injuries or death.
• Protect the parameterization against unauthorized access.
• Handle possible malfunctions by taking suitable measures, e.g. emergency stop or
2.2 Warranty and liability for application examples
Application examples are not binding and do not claim to be complete regarding
configuration, equipment or any eventuality which may arise. Application examples do not
represent specific customer solutions, but are only intended to provide support for typical
tasks.
As the user you yourself are responsible for ensuring that the products described are
operated correctly. Application examples do not relieve you of your responsibility for safe
handling when using, installing, operating and maintaining the equipment.
2.3 Security information
Siemens provides products and solutions with industrial security functions that support the
secure operation of plants, systems, machines and networks.
In order to protect plants, systems, machines and networks against cyber threats, it is
necessary to implement – and continuously maintain – a holistic, state-of-the-art industrial
security concept. Siemens’ products and solutions constitute one element of such a concept.
• On completion of commissioning, check all security-related settings.
2.3 Security information
Customers are responsible for preventing unauthorized access to their plants, systems,
machines and networks. Such systems, machines and components should only be connected
to an enterprise network or the internet if and to the extent such a connection is necessary
and only when appropriate security measures (e.g. firewalls and/or network segmentation)
are in place.
For additional information on industrial security measures that may be implemented, please
visit
https://www.siemens.com/industrialsecurity (https://www.siemens.com/industrialsecurity
).
Siemens’ products and solutions undergo continuous development to make them more
secure. Siemens strongly recommends that product updates are applied as soon as they are
available and that the latest product versions are used. Use of product versions that are no
longer supported, and failure to apply the latest updates may increase customer’s exposure to
cyber threats.
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Unsafe operating states resulting from software manipulation
Software manipulations, e.g. viruses, Trojans, or worms, can cause unsafe operating states
in your system that may lead to death, serious injury, and property damage.
• Keep the software up to date.
• Incorporate the automation and drive components into a holistic, state-of-the-art
industrial security concept for the installation or machine.
• Make sure that you include all installed products into the holistic industrial security
concept.
• Protect files stored on exchangeable storage media from malicious software by with
suitable protection measures, e.g. virus scanners.
appropriate protection measures, e.g. virus scanners.
3.1 Warnings and cautions
Warnings and cautions
During commissioning of the converter it is essential to ensure that the system is in a safe
and stable state, as some commissioning processes have the potential to start the motor.
Therefore it is important to secure any loads and ensure that should the motor start, no
The converter will stop if the IOP-2 is removed when in Hand mode
When the IOP-2 is in Hand mode, that is, when the command source is switched to Hand
and all OFF and RUN commands are given via the IOP-2 buttons.
When in the Hand mode, if the IOP-2 is removed from the converter, the converter will stop
within a few seconds of the IOP-2 being removed.
Before removing the IOP-2, ensure that the IOP-2 is placed in AUTO mode and receiving its
Risk of death due to software manipulation when using exchangeable storage media
Storing files onto exchangeable storage media amounts to an increased risk of infection of
the commissioning PCs, e.g. with viruses or malware. Incorrect parameter assignment can
cause machines to malfunction, which can lead to injuries or death.
• Protect files stored on exchangeable storage media from malicious software using
Risk of death due to software manipulation when using exchangeable storage media
Note
•
• The IOP-2 will set the USS PZD (P2012) length to 4 when connected to the converter.
3.1 Warnings and cautions
Storing the parameterization (incl. Safety Integrated parameterization) on exchangeable
storage media carries the risk that the original parameterization (with Safety Integrated) will
be overwritten, for example, by the IOP-2 of another drive without Safety Integrated.
Incorrect parameter assignment can cause machines to malfunction, which can lead to
injuries or death.
• Ensure that only the IOP-2 that belongs to the respective converter is used.
• Ensure that only trained or authorized personnel have access to the enclosures, cabinets
or electrical equipment rooms.
The IOP-2 can be fitted to and removed from the converter while power is applied.
The Intelligent Operator Panel 2 (IOP-2) has been designed to enhance the interface and
communications capabilities of SINAMICS Inverters.
The IOP-2 connects to the Inverter through an RS232 interface. It has been designed to
automatically recognize the following devices from the SINAMICS range:
• SINAMICS G120 CU230P-2
• SINAMICS G120 CU240B-2
• SINAMICS G120 CU240E-2
• SINAMICS G120 CU250S-2
• SINAMICS G120C
• SINAMICS G120D-2 CU240D-2*
• SINAMICS G120D-2 CU250D-2*
• SINAMICS ET 200pro FC-2*
• SINAMICS G110D*
• SINAMICS G110M*
• SINAMICS G120X
• SINAMICS G120XA
*Denotes Control Units that require the IOP-2 Hand-Held Kit to connect the IOP to the Control
Unit.
Hand-Held Kit order number: 6SL3255-0AA00-4HA1.
Optical cable order number: 3RK1922-2BP00
– The selected functional group filtering of the parameters.
4.2 Layout and functions
For information on firmware and language upgrades, please seeUpgrading the IOP-2
firmware (Page 25).
Drives with SINAMICS firmware 4.7 SP3 or above will support the new commission
processes of "Quick Startup" and "Advanced Startup".
Drives with GP firmware prior to version 3.4 are not fully supported by the IOP-2. The actual menu structure and functionality of the IOP-2 will be influenced by the
following factors:
– The software version and type of Control Unit to which the IOP-2 is fitted.
– The firmware and software version of the IOP-2.
The Sensor Control Field has the following functions:
The ON key has the following functions:
When the converter is running in HAND mode, the motor stops when switched to AUTO.
The OFF key has the following functions:
down time set in parameter P1121.
The ESC key has the following functions:
When using the ESC key in the parameter editing mode, no data is saved unless the OK key is pressed first.
4.2 Layout and functions
The IOP-2 is operated by using a Sensor Control Field and five additional buttons. The specific
functions of the Sensor Control Field and buttons are shown in the table below.
Table 4- 1 Function of the IOP-2 controls
• In a menu, sliding your finger around the Sensor Control Field changes the selection.
• When a selection is highlighted, pressing the OK button in the centre of the Sensor Control Field confirms
the selection.
• When editing a parameter, sliding your finger around the Sensor Control Field changes the displayed
value; clockwise increases the value and anti-clockwise decreases the displayed value.
• When editing parameter or search values there is a choice to edit individual digits using the arrow keys or
an entire value using the Sensor Control Field. The speed with which you slide your finger around the
Sensor Control Field increases or decreases the speed of movement of the cursor.
• The Sensor Control Field has integrated arrows which can be used to navigate through the menus and
individual digits in the inputs fields.
• In AUTO mode can be changed by pressing the HAND/AUTO key.
• In HAND mode the converter is started - the converter status icon starts turning.
Notes:
For Control Units with firmware versions less than 4.0:
When running in AUTO mode, HAND mode cannot be selected unless the converter is stopped.
For Control Units with firmware versions 4.0 or greater:
When running in AUTO mode, HAND mode can be selected and the motor will continue to run at the last
selected setpoint speed.
• If pressed for longer than 3 seconds the converter will perform an OFF2; the motor will then coast down
to a standstill. Note: 2 presses of the OFF key within 3 seconds will also perform and OFF2.
• If pressed for less than 3 seconds the following actions will be performed:
– If in AUTO mode the screen will display an information screen stating that the command sources is
AUTO and can be changed using the HAND/AUTO key. The converter will not be stopped.
– If in HAND mode the converter will perform an OFF1; the motor will come to a standstill in the ramp-
• If pressed for less than 3 seconds the IOP-2 returns to the previous screen or if a value has been edited,
the new value is not saved.
• If pressed longer than 3 seconds the IOP-2 returns to the status screen.
The INFO key has the following functions:
The HAND/AUTO key switches the command source between HAND and AUTO mode.
the standard status screen.
Function
Icon
Remarks
Command
Auto - the converter receives the command signals from the network
controller
Displayed when the JOG function is active
Hand - the converter is under control of the IOP-2
4.3 Screen icons
• Displays additional information for the currently selected item.
• Pressing the INFO key again will display the previous screen.
• Pressing the INFO key during power-up of the IOP-2 will place the IOP-2 in DEMO mode. To exit DEMO
mode, power-cycle the IOP-2.
• HAND sets the command source to the IOP-2.
• AUTO sets the command source to an external source, for example, fieldbus.
Note: When switching from the HAND mode back to the AUTO mode, the setpoint screen will change back to
Locking and unlocking the keypad
The keypad can only be locked once the power-up cycle has been completed. If the keys are
activated before the power-up cycle is completed, the IOP-2 will enter the DEMO mode.
To lock the IOP-2 keypad press ESC and INFO simultaneously for 3 seconds or more. To
unlock the keypad press ESC and INFO simultaneously for 3 seconds or more.
DEMO mode
DEMO mode allows the IOP-2 to be used for demonstration purposes without affecting the
converter to which it is connected. Menus can be navigated and functions selected, but all
communications with the converter are blocked to ensure that the converter does not react
to any commands issued from the IOP-2.
To enter the DEMO mode it is necessary to do a long press of the ESC key or INFO key during
the power-up cycle. The IOP-2 must be power cycled again to exit the DEMO mode.
4.3 Screen icons
Overview
The IOP-2 displays a number of icons at the top right-hand edge of the display to indicate
various states or current conditions of the converter. These icons are explained in the table
below.
Indicates that all recent changes to parameters have been saved in RAM
must be performed.
PID autotuning
Hibernation
mode
Write Protection
Parameters cannot be modified.
Know How
Protection
Parameters cannot be viewed or modified.
ESM Essential Services Mode
Battery
condition
The battery status is only shown when the IOP-2 Hand-held kit is used.
Red
Error status: Indicates a fault is active and the Control Unit is in an error condition.
White
Neutral status: The IOP-2 has no connection to the Control Unit.
Green
Run status: The converter is running with no active faults. Active alarms will be
displayed on the status bar.
Blue
Blue denotes the selected item on the screen.
4.3 Screen icons
only. In the event of a power failure, then all recent changes saved to
RAM will be lost. To prevent loss of parameter data a RAM-to-ROM save
Screen faults and alarm indicators
When a fault or an alarm is active on the converter the top label on the screen will turn red.
The top label will remain red until the fault or warning has been acknowledged or rectified.
Figure 4-2 Fault and alarm notifications
Use of screen colours
A brief explanation of the use of the different colours on the screen is given below:
The IOP-2 has no internal power supply and derives its power directly from the Control Unit of
the converter through the RS232 interface. The IOP
derives its power through the USB connection.
5.1 Fitting the IOP-2
Fitting the IOP-2 to the Control Unit
-2 power supply
To fit the IOP-2 to the converter Control Unit the following procedure should be performed:
-2 can also be connected to a PC and
1. Place the bottom edge of the IOP-2 casing into the lower recess of the Control Unit housing.
2. Push the IOP-2 forward until the top fastening clicks into place on the Control Unit housing.
To use the IOP-2 with a decentralized drive, for example an ET200pro FC-2, an IOP-2
Handheld kit is required and an optical cable. The IOP-2 Handheld kit and optical cable are
fitted as shown in the following figure.
The order details of both the IOP-2 Handheld kit and the optical cable are given in the
Introduction (Page 11).
To copy/clone all this data to another, or multiple IOP
Customer parameter sets (Page 61).
Splash screen is displayed
Select the required language
Select date format
Set correct date and time
Select Quick Startup
Select "Yes, reset to factory
settings"
5.2 Initial set-up
5.2 Initial set-up
Initial set-up sequence
Once the IOP-2 is fitted and powered-up it will automatically detect the type of Control Unit
and Power Module to which it has been fitted. On first-time use, the IOP-2 automatically
displays the option to select the default language and allow the time and date to be set (if the
Control Unit to which the IOP-2 is fitted has a real-time clock). The IOP-2 will then display the
choice between "Quick Startup" or Advanced Startup"; "Quick Startup" is the recommended
selection. The procedure is outlined below.
-2 configuration data
-2 configuration, included all saved parameter sets, are stored in
The IOP
Startup setups. For information on Firmware upgrades, please see
2
firmware
The status screen can be reconfigured to show a number of different views and
values; these can be configured using the "Status Screen Wizard" in the "Extras" menu, see
Extras Menu (Page 65).
Select Menu
Select Extras
Select Panel settings
5.2 Initial set-up
Language selection
The IOP-2 on first start-up will display the language screen for the user to select their required
language, should you wish to select you language manually, the following actions should be
performed:
-2 is delivered with all available languages and the Quick Startup and Advanced
Upgrading the IOP-
All available languages are delivered with the IOP-2.
Setting time and date
When the IOP-2 is first fitted to a Control Unit, which has a real-time clock, it will
automatically display the time and date screen. Should you wish to manually set the time on
the IOP-2, the following actions should be performed:
Note
Screen will flash when an active fault condition exists
When an active fault condition exists on the IOP
one minute then the screen will start to flash on and off. The screen will dim a few seconds
prior to the lighting duration time
been set to "Always on" the screen will not dim.
5.2 Initial set-up
The settings for time are normally done on the Control Unit if it has a Real-time Clock (RTC). If
the Inverter has an RTC the IOP-2 will take its settings from the Control Unit.
Lighting duration
To set the length of time that the display remains lit, the following actions should be
performed:
-2, if no key has been pressed for more than
-out period. If the screen is set to never dim, that is, it has
To change the intensity of the backlight, the following actions should be performed:
The display backlight setting will be automatically changed to the "Low" setting after 60
seconds from the last key press to extend the life of the display. When any key is pressed the
backlight setting will automatically return to the user setting.
5.3 Changing the Status screens
Changing the status screens
The status screens of the IOP-2 can show three different styles of screens.
• Bar graph view - This shows the selected data on up to two separate sliding bar scales.
• Scalar view - This shows the selected data as numerical values in up to four separate
quadrants on the screen.
• Trend view - This shows the selected data as two separate real-time plots on the screen.
Figure 5-2 Selecting and modifying the IOP-2 status screens
5.4 User definable labels on status screen
User definable labels
User defined labels allow the user to customize the labels that appear on the status screen of
the IOP-2.
There are a maximum of four labels that can be defined and they are located on the IOP-2 in
the "cps" folder. The IOP-2 must be connected to the PC via the USB connection and in "Mass