
Converters with CU250S-2 Control Units
SINAMICS G120
Converters with CU250S-2
Control Units
Edition 10/2013, Firmware V4.6
10/2013, FW V4.6
A5E32899990B AA
Design of the frequency
converter

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09/2013 Technical data subject to change
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damage to property. The notices referring to your personal safety are highlighted in the manual by a safety alert
symbol, notices referring only to property damage have no safety alert symbol. These notices shown below are
graded according to the degree of danger.
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indicates that death or severe personal injury may result if proper precautions are not taken.
indicates that minor personal injury can result if proper precautions are not taken.
indicates that property damage can result if proper precautions are not taken.
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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.
The product/system described in this documentation may be operated only by
for the specific
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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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1 Safety information ................................................................................................................................... 7
1.1 General safety instructions ............................................................................................................ 7
1.2 Safety instructions for electromagnetic fields (EMF) ................................................................... 11
1.3 Handling electrostatic sensitive devices (ESD) ........................................................................... 11
1.4 Residual risks of power drive systems ......................................................................................... 12
2 Design of the frequency converter ......................................................................................................... 15
2.1 Identifying the converter ............................................................................................................... 15
2.2 Overview of Control Units ............................................................................................................ 16
2.3 Power Module .............................................................................................................................. 16
2.4 Assembling frequency converter components ............................................................................. 18
3 Installing ............................................................................................................................................... 19
3.1 Installing the Power Module ......................................................................................................... 19
3.1.1 Connecting up the Motor and Power Module .............................................................................. 20
3.2 Installing Control Unit ................................................................................................................... 22
3.2.1 Overview of the interfaces ........................................................................................................... 22
3.2.2 Terminal blocks ............................................................................................................................ 24
3.2.3 Finding a suitable setting for the interfaces ................................................................................. 25
3.2.4 Wiring the terminal strip ............................................................................................................... 29
3.3 Installing encoders ....................................................................................................................... 31
3.3.1 Permissible encoders ................................................................................................................... 31
3.3.2 Sensor Module ............................................................................................................................. 32
3.4 Description files for fieldbuses ..................................................................................................... 32
4 Commissioning ..................................................................................................................................... 33
4.1 Tools to commission the converter .............................................................................................. 33
4.2 Commissioning with STARTER ................................................................................................... 34
4.2.1 Generating a STARTER project ................................................................................................... 34
4.2.2 Transfer inverters connected via USB into the project ................................................................ 34
4.2.3 Configuring a drive ....................................................................................................................... 36
4.2.4 Adapting the encoder data ........................................................................................................... 39
4.2.5 Loading the configured data into the drive ................................................................................... 40
4.2.6 Identifying motor data .................................................................................................................. 40
5 More information ................................................................................................................................... 43
5.1 Manuals for your inverter ............................................................................................................. 43
5.2 Product support ............................................................................................................................ 44

Safety information
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This manual describes how you install a SINAMICS G120 converter with CU250S-2 Control
Unit and commission it.
What is the meaning of the symbols in the manual?
An operating instruction starts here.
This concludes the operating instruction.
Firmware upgrade and downgrade
Options for upgrading and downgrading the firmware can be found on the Internet at
http://support.automation.siemens.com/WW/view/de/67364620
(http://support.automation.siemens.com/WW/news/en/67364620).
Transferring license terms of the OSS code to a PC
The inverter contains open-source software (OSS). The OSS license terms are saved in the
inverter.
To transfer the OSS license terms from the inverter to a PC, proceed as follows:
1. Switch off the inverter power supply.
2. Insert an empty memory card into the card slot of the inverter. See also the sections:
– Tools to commission the converter (Page 33)
– Overview of the interfaces (Page 22)
3. Switch on the inverter power supply.
4. When you have switched on the power supply, wait 30 seconds.
During this time, the inverter writes the "Read_OSS.ZIP" file onto the memory card.
5. Switch off the inverter power supply.
6. Remove the card from the inverter.
7. Use a card reader and load the file to a PC.
You have then transferred the OSS license terms from the inverter to a PC.

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Use for the intended purpose
The inverter described in this manual is a device for controlling an induction motor or a
synchronous motor. The inverter is designed for installation in electrical installations or
machines.
It has been approved for industrial and commercial use on industrial networks. Additional
measures have to be taken when connected to public grids.
The technical specifications and information about connection conditions are indicated on
the rating plate and in the operating instructions.
General safety instructions
Danger to life due to live parts and other energy sources
Death or serious injury can result when live parts are touched.
• Only work on electrical devices when you are qualified for this job.
• Always observe the country-specific safety rules.
Generally, six steps apply when establishing safety:
1. Prepare for shutdown and notify all those who will be affected by the procedure.
2. Disconnect the machine from the supply.
– Switch off the machine.
– Wait until the discharge time specified on the warning labels has elapsed.
– Check that it really is in a no-voltage condition, from phase conductor to phase
conductor and phase conductor to protective conductor.
– Check whether the existing auxiliary supply circuits are de-energized.
– Ensure that the motors cannot move.
3. Identify all other hazardous energy sources, e.g. compressed air, hydraulic systems,
water.
4. Isolate or neutralize all hazardous energy sources, e.g. by closing switches, grounding
or short-circuiting or closing valves.
5. Secure the energy sources against switching on again.
6. Make sure that the machine is completely locked ... and that you have the right
machine.
After you have completed the work, restore the operational readiness in the inverse
sequence.

Safety information
1.1 General safety instructions
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Danger to life through a hazardous voltage when connecting an unsuitable power supply
Death or serious injury can result when live parts are touched in the event of a fault.
• Only use power supplies that provide SELV (Safety Extra Low Voltage) or PELV-
(Protective Extra Low Voltage) output voltages for all connections and terminals of the
electronics modules.
Danger to life when live parts are touched on damaged devices
Improper handling of devices can cause damage.
Hazardous voltages can be present at the housing or exposed components on damaged
devices.
• Ensure compliance with the limit values specified in the technical data during transport,
storage and operation.
• Do not use any damaged devices.
Danger to life through electric shock due to unconnected cable shields
Hazardous touch voltages can occur through capacitive cross-coupling due to unconnected
cable shields.
• Connect cable shields and unused conductors of power cables (e.g., brake conductors)
at least on one side to the grounded housing potential.
Danger to life due to electric shock when not grounded
For missing or incorrectly implemented protective conductor connection for devices with
protection class I, high voltages can be present at open, exposed parts, which when
touched, can result in death or severe injury.
• Ground the device in compliance with the applicable regulations.

Safety information
1.1 General safety instructions
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Danger to life due to electric shock when opening plug connections in operation
When opening plug connections in operation, arcs can result in severe injury or death.
• Only open plug connections when the equipment is in a no-voltage state, unless it has
been explicitly stated that they can be opened in operation.
Danger to life due to fire spreading if housing is inadequate
Fire and smoke development can cause severe personal injury or material damage.
• Install devices without a protective housing in a metal control cabinet (or protect the
device by another equivalent measure) in such a way that contact with fire inside and
outside the device is prevented.
• Additionally, select the installation site so that an uncontrolled spreading of smoke can
be avoided in the case of a fire.
• Ensure that smoke can escape via designated paths.
Danger to life through unexpected movement of machines when using mobile wireless
devices or mobile phones
Using mobile wireless devices or mobile phones with a transmitter power > 1 W closer than
approx. 2 m to the components may cause the devices to malfunction and influence the
functional safety of machines, therefore putting people at risk or causing material damage.
• Switch the wireless devices or mobile phones off in the immediate vicinity of the
components.
Danger to life due to the motor catching fire in the event of insulation overload
There is a greater load on the motor insulation through a ground fault in an IT system. A
possible result is the failure of the insulation with a risk for personnel through smoke
development and fire.
• Use a monitoring device that signals an insulation fault.
• Correct the fault as quickly as possible so the motor insulation is not overloaded.

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1.1 General safety instructions
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Danger to life due to fire if overheating occurs because of insufficient ventilation clearances
Inadequate ventilation clearances can cause overheating with a risk for personnel through
smoke development and fire. This can also result in increased downtime and reduced
service lives for devices / systems.
• Ensure compliance with the specified minimum clearance as ventilation clearance for
the respective component. They can be found in the dimension drawings or in the
"Product-specific safety instructions" at the start of the respective section.
Danger of an accident occuring due to missing or illegible warning labels
Missing or illegible warning labels can result in death or serious injury.
• Check the warning labels are complete based on the documentation.
• Attach any missing warning labels to the components, in the national language if
necessary.
• Replace illegible warning labels.
Danger to life when safety functions are inactive
Safety functions that are inactive or that have not been adjusted accordingly can cause
operational faults on machines that could lead to serious injury or death.
• Observe the information in the appropriate product documentation before
commissioning.
• Carry out a safety inspection for functions relevant to safety on the entire system,
including all safety-related components.
• Ensure that the safety functions used in your drives and automation tasks are adjusted
and activated through appropriate parameterizing.
• Run a function test.
• Only put your plant into live operation once you have guaranteed that the functions
relevant to safety are running correctly.
Note
Important safety notices for safety functions
If you want to use safety functions, you must observe the safety notices in the safety
manuals.

Safety information
1.2 Safety instructions for electromagnetic fields (EMF)
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Safety instructions for electromagnetic fields (EMF)
Danger to life from electromagnetic fields
Electromagnetic fields (EMF) are generated by the operation of electrical power equipment
such as transformers, inverters or motors.
People with pacemakers or implants are at a special risk in the immediate vicinity of these
devices/systems.
• Keep a distance of at least 2 m.
Handling electrostatic sensitive devices (ESD)
Electrostatic sensitive devices (ESD) are individual components, integrated circuits, modules
or devices that may be damaged by either electric fields or electrostatic discharge.
Damage through electric fields or electrostatic discharge
Electric fields or electrostatic discharge can cause malfunctions through damaged
individual components, integrated circuits, modules or devices.
• Only pack, store, transport and send electronic components, modules or devices in their
original packaging or in other suitable materials, e.g conductive foam rubber of
aluminum foil.
• Only touch components, modules and devices when you are grounded by one of the
following methods:
– Wearing an ESD wrist strap
– Wearing ESD shoes or ESD grounding straps in ESD areas with conductive flooring
• Only place electronic components, modules or devices on conductive surfaces (table
with ESD surface, conductive ESD foam, ESD packaging, ESD transport container).

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1.4 Residual risks of power drive systems
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Residual risks of power drive systems
The control and drive components of a drive system are approved for industrial and
commercial use in industrial line supplies. Their use in public line supplies requires a
different configuration and/or additional measures.
These components may only be operated in closed housings or in higher-level control
cabinets with protective covers that are closed, and when all of the protective devices are
used.
These components may only be handled by qualified and trained technical personnel who
are knowledgeable and observe all of the safety instructions on the components and in the
associated technical user documentation.
When assessing the machine's risk in accordance with the respective local regulations (e.g.,
EC Machinery Directive), the machine manufacturer must take into account the following
residual risks emanating from the control and drive components of a drive system:
1. Unintentional movements of driven machine components during commissioning,
operation, maintenance, and repairs caused by, for example:
– Hardware defects and/or software errors in the sensors, controllers, actuators, and
connection technology
– Response times of the controller and drive
– Operating and/or ambient conditions outside of the specification
– Condensation / conductive contamination
– Parameterization, programming, cabling, and installation errors
– Use of radio devices / cellular phones in the immediate vicinity of the controller
– External influences / damage
2. In the event of a fault, exceptionally high temperatures, including an open fire, as well as
emissions of light, noise, particles, gases, etc. can occur inside and outside the inverter,
e.g.:
– Component malfunctions
– Software errors
– Operating and/or ambient conditions outside of the specification
– External influences / damage
Inverters of the Open Type / IP20 degree of protection must be installed in a metal control
cabinet (or protected by another equivalent measure) such that the contact with fire inside
and outside the inverter is not possible.

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3. Hazardous shock voltages caused by, for example:
– Component malfunctions
– Influence of electrostatic charging
– Induction of voltages in moving motors
– Operating and/or ambient conditions outside of the specification
– Condensation / conductive contamination
– External influences / damage
4. Electrical, magnetic and electromagnetic fields generated in operation that can pose a
risk to people with a pacemaker, implants or metal replacement joints, etc. if they are too
close.
5. Release of environmental pollutants or emissions as a result of improper operation of the
system and/or failure to dispose of components safely and correctly.
Note
The components must be protected against conductive contamination (e.g. by installing them
in a control cabinet with degree of
protection IP54 according to IEC 60529 or NEMA 12).
Assuming that conductive contamination at the installation site can definitely be excluded, a
lower degree of cabinet protection may be permitted.
For more information about residual risks of the components in a drive system, see the
relevant sections in the technical user documentation.

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1.4 Residual risks of power drive systems
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Identifying the converter
Main components of the converter
Each SINAMICS G120 converter comprises a
Control Unit and Power Module.
The Control Unit controls and monitors the
Power Module and the connected motor.
• The Power Modules are available for motors
with a power range of between 0.37
The following data is provided on the Power Module type plate (①):
Voltage, current and power
The following data can be found on the Control Unit type plate (②
e.g. CU250S-2 DP Control Unit
e.g. 02 (hardware) 4.6 (firmware)

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2.2 Overview of Control Units
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Overview of Control Units
The Control Units CU250S-2 differ with regard to the type of fieldbus.
CU250S-2 6SL3246-0BA22-1BA0 USS,
CU250S-2 DP 6SL3246-0BA22-1PA0 PROFIBUS DP
CU250S-2 PN 6SL3246-0BA22-1FA0 PROFINET IO,
CU250S-2 CAN 6SL3246-0BA22-1CA0 CANopen
You may operate the Control Unit with the following Power
Modules:
PM240 (3 AC 400 V for standard applications with dynamic
braking)
PM240-2 (3 AC 400 V for standard applications with
dynamic braking, 2nd generation)
in degree of protection IP20 and Push Through (PT)
PM340 (1 AC 200 V with dynamic braking)
PM250 (3 AC 400 V with energy recovery)
PM260 (3 AC 690 V with energy recovery),
PM340, 1 AC 200 V - Standard areas of application
The PM340 Power Module is available without a filter or with an integrated class A line filter
with degree of protection IP20. The PM340 allows dynamic braking via an external braking
resistor.
Order number range: 6SL3210-1SB1…

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PM240, 3 AC 400 V - Standard areas of application
The PM240 Power Module is available without a filter or with an integrated class A line filter
with degree of protection IP20. The PM240 allows dynamic braking via an external braking
resistor.
Order number range: 6SL3224-0BE… and 6SL3224-0XE…
PM240-2, 3 AC 400 V - standard areas of application, 2nd generation
The PM240-2 Power Module is available without a filter or with an integrated class A line
filter. The PM240-2 permits dynamic braking via an external braking resistor.
PM250, 3 AC 400 V - Application areas with line regeneration
The PM250 Power Module is available without a filter or with an integrated class A line filter
with degree of protection IP20. The PM250 permits dynamic braking with energy feedback
into the line supply.
Order number range, IP20: 6SL3225-0BE …
PM260, 3 AC 690 V - Application areas with line regeneration
The PM260 Power Module is available without a filter or with an integrated class A line filter
with degree of protection IP20. A sine-wave filter is fitted to the motor. The PM260 permits
dynamic braking with energy feedback into the line supply.
Order number range, IP20: 6SL3225-0BH…

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2.4 Assembling frequency converter components
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Inverter with accessories (example)
The following accessories are available for the inverter:
Operator Panel for commissioning and diagnostics
(Basic Operator Panel BOP-2 or Intelligent Operator
Panel IOP).
Memory cards for the following tasks:
– Back up the inverter settings on an
interchangeable data storage device.
– Licensing of the "Extended safety functions" and
"Basic positioner" functions.
Shield connection kit for optimum shield support of
the connected cables.
Line filter for achieving a higher radio interference
suppression class.
Line reactor for protecting the inverter in harsh
industrial networks.
• Output reactor for protecting the inverter when motor
cables > 50 m (shielded) or > 100 m (unshielded)
are used.
Sine-wave filter for protecting motors which are not
suitable for inverter operation and for motor cables
up to 300 m.
Braking resistor for dynamic braking of the motor.
Brake Relay for controlling a motor holding brake.
Assembling frequency converter components
Attaching the CU Removing the CU Attaching the Operator

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Installing the Power Module
Danger of death caused by high leakage currents when the external protective conductor is
interrupted
The inverter conducts high leakage currents > 3.5 mA via the protective conductor. When
the protective conductor is interrupted, touching live components can result in electric
shock, which can lead to death or serious injuries.
• Connect a protective conductor, which satisfies at least one of the following conditions,
to the inverter:
– The protective conductor is routed so that it is protected against mechanical damage.
Cables routed in control cabinets or enclosed machine enclosures are considered to
be adequately protected.
– The protective conductor routed as an individual conductor has a cross-section of
≥ 10 mm² Cu.
– In a multi-core cable the protective conductor has a cross-section of ≥ 2.5 mm² Cu.
– Two parallel protective conductors with the same cross-section are installed.
– The protective conductor corresponds to the local regulations for equipment with
increased leakage current.

Installing
3.1 Installing the Power Module
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Connecting up the Motor and Power Module
Connecting the Power Module to the motor and power supply
Figure 3-1 Connecting the PM240 and PM240-2 3AC Power Modules
Figure 3-2 Connecting the PM340 1AC Power Module

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3.1 Installing the Power Module
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Figure 3-3 Connecting the PM250 Power Module
Figure 3-4 Connecting the PM260 Power Module

Installing
3.2 Installing Control Unit
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Installing Control Unit
3.2.1
Overview of the interfaces
Interfaces at the front of the Control Unit
To access the interfaces at the front of the Control Unit, you must unplug the Operator Panel
(if one is being used) and open the front doors.
Connection to the Operator Panel
Selecting the control mode
USB interface for connection to a PC
Selecting the fieldbus address:

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Interfaces at the lower side of the Control Unit

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Terminal blocks
Terminal strips behind the upper front door
For the analog inputs, you may use the internal 10 V power supply (example: terminals
1 … 4, 13) or an external power source (example: terminals 10, 11).

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Terminal strips behind the lower front door
Note
Short-circuit at the Control Unit output terminals at full load
If a short circuit occurs at the output terminals when the CU is fully loaded, then the Power
Module switches off the internal power supply for the Control Unit.
Finding a suitable setting for the interfaces
The inputs and outputs of the frequency inverter and the fieldbus interface have specific
functions when set to the factory settings.
When you put the frequency inverter into operation, you can change the function of each of
its inputs and outputs and the setting of the fieldbus interface.
To make the setting process easier, the inverter has various predefined assignments
(macros).
Only the inputs and outputs whose functions change by selecting a specific assignment, are
shown on the following pages.

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To select one of the inverter's pre-assigned settings, proceed as follows:
1. Think about which of the input and output functions you are using in the application.
2. Find the I/O configuration (macro) that best suits your application.
3. Note the macro number of the corresponding default setting.
You must set this macro number when putting the frequency inverter into operation.
You have found the appropriate inverter pre-assignment.
Macro 1: Two fixed speeds
Macro 2: Two fixed speeds with safety
function
Macro 3: Four fixed speeds
DI 4 and DI 5 = high: The inverter adds
both fixed speeds.
Multiple DIs = high: The inverter adds
the corresponding fixed speeds.
Macro 4: PROFIBUS or PROFINET
Macro 5: PROFIBUS or PROFINET
with safety function
PROFIdrive telegram 352
PROFIdrive telegram 1

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Macro 7: Switch over between fieldbus and jogging via DI 3
Factory setting for inverters with PROFIBUS or PROFINET interface
Macro 8: Motorized potentiometer
(MOP) with safety function
Macro 9: Motorized potentiometer
(MOP)
Macro 12: Two-wire control with
method 1
Factory setting for inverters without
PROFIBUS or PROFINET interface.
Macro 13: Setpoint via analog input with
safety function

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Macro 14: Switch over between fieldbus and motorized potentiometer (MOP) via
DI 3
Macro 15: Switch over between analog setpoint and motorized potentiometer
(MOP) via DI 3
Macro 17: Two-wire control with
method 2
Macro 18: Two-wire control with
method 3

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Macro 19: Three-wire control with
method 1
Macro 20: Three-wire control with
method 2
Macro 21: Fieldbus USS
Macro 22: Fieldbus CANopen
USS setting: 38400 baud, 2 PZD, PKW
variable
CANopen setting: 20 kBaud
Wiring the terminal strip
Damage to the inverter when using long signal cables
Using long cables at the inverter's digital inputs and 24 V power supply can lead to
overvoltage during switching operations. Overvoltages can damage the inverter.
• If you use cables of more than 30 m at the digital inputs and 24 V power supply, connect
an overvoltage protection element between the terminal and the associated reference
potential.
We recommend using the Weidmüller overvoltage protection terminal with designation
MCZ OVP TAZ DIODE 24VDC.
Danger to life as a result of hazardous voltages when connecting an unsuitable power
supply
Death or serious injury can result when live parts are touched in the event of a fault.
• For all connections and terminals of the electronic modules, only use power supplies
with protective extra low voltage (PELV), Class 2.

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● Use suitable cables:
– Solid or flexible cables.
– Suitable cable cross-section: 0.5 mm² (21 AWG) to 1.5 mm² (16 AWG).
When completely connecting up the unit, we recommend cables with a cross-section
of 1 mm² (18 AWG).
● Do not use end sleeves.
● You have found an appropriate pre-assignment for the terminal strips, which you can now
use to wire the inverter.
See also Section Finding a suitable setting for the interfaces (Page 25).
● You have the appropriate tools:
– Small screwdriver to open the spring-loaded terminals
– Tool for stripping the cables
To connect up the inverter's terminal strip, proceed as follows:
1. Remove the last 10 mm (approx.) of the cable insulation.
2. Using the screwdriver, press on the orange operator control of the spring-loaded terminal
hard enough to open the terminal.
3. Insert the cable into the terminal as far as it will go and remove the screwdriver.
4. Ensure that the cable is securely connected by pulling on it lightly.
5. Connect up all of the required terminals on the terminal strip in this way.
6. Route the signal cables in such a way that you can completely close the front doors after
wiring the terminal strip.
7. If you use shielded cables, then you must connect the shield to the mounting plate of the
control cabinet or with the shield support of the inverter through a good electrical
connection and a large surface area.
See also: EMC installation guideline
(http://support.automation.siemens.com/WW/view/en/60612658)
8. Use strain relief.
You have now connected up the inverter's terminal strips.

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Installing encoders
3.3.1
Permissible encoders
Encoders for speed control
The encoder must be mounted on the motor shaft.
Table 3- 1 Permissible encoders
Encoder type Terminal block SUB-D connector
DRIVE-CLiQ interface
For the
connection, refer
to Terminal blocks
For the connection, refer to Overview of the interfaces
(Page 22)
Encoders for position control
Permissible encoders for position control and the permissible combination of encoders for
speed and position control are listed in the "Basic positioner" Function Manual, also see
Section: Manuals for your inverter (Page 43).

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Table 3- 2 Permissible SMC/SME Sensor Modules and encoders that can be connected
sin/cos encoder 1 Vpp without rotor position track
✓
SSI encoders with incremental signals sin/cos 1
SSI encoders with TTL/HTL incremental signals
SSI encoder without incremental signals
Absolute encoders Endat 2.1
Information about installing and connecting the Sensor Modules is provided in the
"SINAMICS S120 Control Units and additional system components" manual, also see
Section: Manuals for your inverter (Page 43).
Description files for fieldbuses
The description files contain the information required to configure and operate the converter
on a fieldbus under a higher-level control.
Internet:
(http://support.automat
ion.siemens.com/WW/
GSD and GSDML are saved in the converter. The converter writes its GSD
or GSDML to the memory card once you insert this card in the converter
and set p0804 to 12. You can then transfer the file to your programming
device or PC using the memory card.
Internet:
(http://support.automat
ion.siemens.com/WW/
view/en/26641490)
Internet:
(http://support.automat
ion.siemens.com/WW/
Further information can be found in the operating instructions

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Tools to commission the converter
Operator panels for commissioning, diagnostics and controlling inverters
BOP-2 (Basic Operator Panel) - for snapping onto the inverter
• Two-line display
• Guided basic commissioning
• Backing up and transferring the inverter settings
6SL3255-0AA00-4CA1
IOP (Intelligent Operator Panel) - for snapping onto the inverter
• Plain text display
• Menu-based operation and application wizards
• Backing up and transferring the inverter settings
6SL3255-0AA00-4JA0
Door mounting kit for IOP/BOP-2
• For installation of the BOP-2 or IOP in a control cabinet
door.
• Degree of protection with IOP: IP54 or UL Type 12
• Degree of protection with BOP-2: IP55
6SL3256-0AP00-0JA0
For mobile use of the IOP:
IOP handheld with IOP housing, power supply unit and
rechargeable batteries as well as RS232 connecting cable
If you are using your own connecting cable, carefully note the
maximum permissible length of 5 m.
6SL3255-0AA00-4HA0
PC tools for commissioning, diagnostics and controlling the converter
PC Connection Kit
Includes a STARTER DVD and USB port.
6SL3255-0AA00-2CA0
STARTER Commissioning tool (PC software)
Connection to the inverter via USB port, PROFIBUS or
PROFINET
Downloading: STARTER
(http://support.automation.siemens.com/WW/view/en/1080498
STARTER on DVD:
6SL3072-0AA00-0AG0
Drive ES Basic
As an option to STEP 7 with routing function via network limits
for PROFIBUS and PROFINET
6SW1700-5JA00-5AA0

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Commissioning with STARTER
STARTER and STARTER screen forms
STARTER is a PC-based tool to commission Siemens inverters. The graphic user interface
of STARTER supports you when commissioning your inverter. Most inverter functions are
integrated in STARTER in screen forms.
The STARTER screen forms that are shown in this manual show general examples. You
may therefore find that a screen contains more or fewer setting options than are shown in
these instructions. A commissioning step may also be shown using an inverter other than the
one you are using.
Preconditions for commissioning
You require the following to commission the inverter using STARTER:
● An installed drive (motor and inverter)
● A computer with Windows XP or Windows 7
● Installed STARTER V4.3 SP2 or higher.
Generating a STARTER project
Procedure
In order to create a new project, proceed as follows:
1. In the STARTER menu, select "Project" → "New…".
2. Specify a name of your choice for the project.
You have created a new STARTER project.
Transfer inverters connected via USB into the project
Procedure
Proceed as follows to transfer an inverter connected via USB into your project:
1. Switch on the inverter power supply.
2. First insert a USB cable into your PC and then into the inverter.
3. The PC operating system installs the USB driver when you are connecting the inverter
and PC together for the first time.
– Windows 7 installs the driver automatically.
– For Windows XP you must acknowledge several system messages.
4. Start the STARTER commissioning software.

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5. In STARTER, press the ("Accessible nodes") button.
6. When the USB interface is appropriately set, then the "Accessible nodes" screen form
shows the inverters that can be accessed.
If you have not correctly set the USB interface, then the following "No additional nodes
found" message is displayed. In this case, follow the description below.
7. Select the inverter ☑.
8. Press the "Accept" button.
You have transferred an inverter accessible via the USB interface into your project.
Setting the USB interface
Procedure
Proceed as follows to set the USB interface in STARTER:
1. In this case set the "Access point" to "DEVICE (STARTER, Scout)" and the "PG/PC
interface" to "S7USB".
2. Press the "Update" button.
You have set the USB interface.
STARTER now shows the inverters connected via USB.

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The basic commissioning of the inverter comprises the following steps:
1. Starting basic commissioning
2. Configuring a drive
3. Loading the configured data into the drive
Starting basic commissioning
Procedure
To start the basic commissioning, proceed as follows:
1. In STARTER select the drive you wish to commission.
2. Start the wizard for the device configuration:
You have started the basic commissioning.
Configuring a drive
Procedure
To configure the drive, proceed as follows:
Select the required
function modules
for your
application.

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Select the default setting of the inverter interfaces.
See also Section: Finding a suitable setting for the interfaces (Page 25).
Select the application for the inverter:
Low overload for applications that only require a low dynamic
performance, e.g. pumps or fans.
High overload for applications requiring a high dynamic performance,
e.g. conveyor systems.
Enter the motor data according to the rating plate of your motor.
If you have selected a motor based on its order num
If you have set the "Speed control" control mode, then we recommend
setting "[1] Identify motor data at standstill and with motor rotating".
With this setting, the
inverter optimizes its
speed controller.
If one of the following cases is applicable, select the setting "[2]
motor data at standstill":
You have selected "Speed control" as control mode, however the
motor cannot freely rotate, e.g. for mechanically limited traversing
sections.
You have set "V/f control" as control mode.
7. Set the most important parameters to suit your application.
We recommend
the setting
"Calculate motor
data only".
Select whether the inverter evaluates one or two encoders.
Select the interface to which the encoder is connected.

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Select a standard
encoder from the list
of encoder types.
Code number
< 1000: Encoders
with integrated
DRIVE-CLiQ
100x: Resolvers
with different pole
pair numbers
3xxx: HTL/TTL
encoders and SSI
encoders
If you cannot find your encoder in the list, then initially select the closest
possible encoder type. Continue the configuration, and then adapt the
encoder data. See also Section: Adapting the encoder data (Page 39).
This step is only visible if you have configured the basic positioner.
Select the encoder
that you use for
position sensing.
This step is only visible if you have configured the basic positioner.
You may skip this
screen form initially.
The settings are
explained in the
context of
commissioning the
basic positioner in
the function manual
"Basic
Exit basic commissioning by means of
You have entered all of the data that is necessary for the basic commissioning of your
inverter.

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Adapting the encoder data
Preconditions
● You have selected an encoder type that does not precisely match your encoder, because
it is not included in the list of default encoder types.
● You have completely configured the drive.
Proceed as follows to adapt the encoder data:
1. Select the "Motor encoder" screen form.
2. Select the "Encoder data" button.
3. You have access to the following settings in the "Encoder data" screen form:
– You can change all of the encoder data.
– You can select another encoder. In this screen form, STARTER only lists the encoder
types, which are permitted for the configured interface.
If you wish to set another encoder interface, then you must reconfigure the inverter.
You have adapted the encoder data.

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Loading the configured data into the drive
Procedure
Proceed as follows to load the configured data into the drive:
1. Select your project and go online:
.
2. STARTER compares your configuration with the real inverter. STARTER signals any
differences in the "Online/offline comparison".
Acknowledge the message by pressing the "Load HW configuration to PG" button.
3. Open "Drive Navigator".
4. Select the "Commissioning" button.
5. Click on "Load data to the drive".
6. ☑ In the screen form, select "After loading copy RAM to ROM".
7. Load your configuration into the inverter.
8. Close the "Commissioning" screen form.
You have loaded your configuration into the drive and therefore performed the basic
commissioning.
Identifying motor data
Preconditions
● In the basic commissioning, you have selected the motor identification (MOT ID). In this
case, after the basic commissioning has been completed, the converter issues the alarm
A07991.
● The motor has cooled down to the ambient temperature.
If the motor is too hot, the motor data identification will provide incorrect values and the
closed-loop speed control will become unstable.

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Risk of injury or material damage as a result of machine movements when switching on the
motor
Switching on the motor for identification purposes may result in hazardous machine
movements.
Secure dangerous machine parts before starting motor data identification:
• Before switching on, check that no parts are loose on the machine or can be spun out.
• Before switching on, ensure that nobody is working on the machine or located within its
working area.
• Secure the machine's work area against unintended access.
• Lower hanging/suspended loads to the floor.
To initiate motor data identification and optimization of the motor control, proceed as follows:
Open by double-clicking on the control panel in
STARTER.
Assume master control for the converter.
Switch on the motor.
The converter starts the motor data identification.
This measurement can take several minutes.
After the measurement, the converter switches off
Relinquish the master control after the motor data
identification.
Click the Save (RAM to ROM) button.
You have now completed motor data identification.
Self-optimization of the closed-loop control
If you have also selected a rotating measurement with self-optimization of the speed control
in addition to the motor data identification, then you must switch on the motor again as
described above and wait for the optimization run to be completed.

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Manuals for your inverter
Table 5- 1 Manuals for your inverter
Download or order number
++
English,
German,
Italian,
French,
Spanish,
Chinese
Download manuals
(http://support.automation.
siemens.com/WW/view/en/
22339653/133300)
SINAMICS Manual
Collection
Documentation on DVD,
order number
6SL3097-4CA00-0YG0
+++
for the SINAMICS G120 inverter
with a CU250S-2 Control Unit in
the vector control mode
Installing, commissioning
and operating the inverter.
Setting the inverter
functions.
Function Manual, Basic Positioner
Commissioning the basic
positioner.
English,
German,
Function Manual for Safety
Integrated
for the SINAMICS G120, G120C
and G120D inverters
Configuring PROFIsafe.
Installing, commissioning
and operating fail-safe
functions of the inverter.
English,
German,
Chinese
+++
Complete list of all
parameters, alarms and
faults.
Graphic function diagrams.
English,
German,
Chinese
+
for the following SINAMICS G120
Power Modules:
• PM240, PM250 and PM260
• PM240-2
Installing the Power Module. English
+
Installation Instructions
for reactors, filters and braking
Installing components.
+++
Hardware Installation Manual
for the following SINAMICS G120
Power Modules:
• PM240
• PM240-2
• PM250
• PM260
Installing power modules,
reactors and filters.
Technical data
Maintenance
English,
German

More information
5.2 Product support
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for the following Operator Panels:
• BOP-2
• IOP
Operating operator panels,
installing door assembly kit
for IOP.
+++
EMC installation guideline
EMC-compliant control
cabinet design, potential
equalization and cable
routing
English,
German,
Italian,
French,
Spanish,
SINAMICS S110 Manual
PM340 Power Module
Installing the PM340 Power
Module.
Technical data
Maintenance
English,
German,
Italian,
French,
S110 Manual
(http://support.automation.
siemens.com/WW/view/en/
49086218)
+++
SINAMICS S120 Control Units and
Additional System Components
Including: SMC and SME
Sensor Modules
English,
German,
Italian,
French,
Spanish,
Chinese,
S120 system components
(http://support.automation.
siemens.com/WW/view/en/
68040800)
Table 5- 2 Technical support
Other service telephone numbers: Product support (http://support.automation.siemens.com/WW/view/en/4000024)