To properly use the product, read this manual thoroughly and retain
for easy reference, inspection, and maintenance. Ensure the end user
receives this manual.
All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or
transmitted, in any form or by any means, mechanical, electronic, photocopying, recording, or otherwise,
without the prior written permission of Yaskawa. No patent liability is assumed with respect to the use of the
information contained herein. Moreover, because Yaskawa is constantly striving to improve its high-quality
products, the information contained in this manual is subject to change without notice. Every precaution has
been taken in the preparation of this manual. Yaskawa assumes no responsibility for errors or omissions.
Neither is any liability assumed for damages resulting from the use of the information contained in this
publication.
YASKAWA ELECTRIC TOBP C730600 57B 1000-Series Option SI-EM3 Installation Manual3
1 Preface and Safety
1Preface and Safety
Yaskawa manufactures products used as components in a wide variety of industrial systems
and equipment. The selection and application of Yaskawa products remain the responsibility
of the equipment manufacturer or end user. Yaskawa accepts no responsibility for the way its
products are incorporated into the final system design. Under no circumstances should any
Yaskawa product be incorporated into any product or design as the exclusive or sole safety
control. Without exception, all controls should be designed to detect faults dynamically and
fail safely under all circumstances. All systems or equipment designed to incorporate a
product manufactured by Yaskawa must be supplied to the end user with appropriate
warnings and instructions as to the safe use and operation of that part. Any warnings
provided by Yaskawa must be promptly provided to the end user. Yaskawa offers an express
warranty only as to the quality of its products in conforming to standards and specifications
published in the Yaskawa manual. NO OTHER WARRANTY, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, IS
OFFERED. Yaskawa assumes no liability for any personal injury, property damage, losses,
or claims arising from misapplication of its products.
◆ Applicable Documentation
The following manuals are available for the SI-EM3 Option:
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Read this manual first.
The installation manual is packaged with the
option and contains information required to
install the option and set up related drive
parameters.
The technical manual contains detailed
information about the option. Access the
following sites to obtain the technical
manual:
U.S.: http://www.yaskawa.com
Europe: http://www.yaskawa.eu.com
Japan: http://www.e-mechatronics.com
For questions, contact your local Yaskawa
sales office or the nearest Yaskawa
representative.
Yaskawa Drive
1 Preface and Safety
Yaskawa AC Drive
1000-Series
Quick Start Guide
Yaskawa AC Drive
1000-Series
Quick Start Guide
The drive manuals cover basic installation, wiring,
operation procedures, functions, troubleshooting, and
maintenance information.
The manuals also include important information about
parameter settings and drive tuning.
Access these sites to obtain Yaskawa instruction manuals:
U.S.: http://www.yaskawa.com
Europe: http://www.yaskawa.eu.com
Japan: http://www.e-mechatronics.com
Other areas: contact a Yaskawa representative.
◆ Terms
Note:Indicates supplemental information that is not related to safety messages.
Drive: Yaskawa AC Drive 1000-Series
Option: Yaskawa AC Drive 1000-Series Option SI-EM3 Modbus TCP/IP
◆ Registered Trademarks
• Modbus TCP/IP is a trademark of Modbus-IDA.
• All trademarks are the property of their respective owners.
Read and understand this manual before installing, operating, or servicing this option. The
option must be installed according to this manual and local codes.
The following conventions are used to indicate safety messages in this manual. Failure to
heed these messages could result in serious or possibly even fatal injury or damage to the
products or to related equipment and systems.
DANGER
Indicates a hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious
injury.
Indicates a hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, could result in death or
serious injury.
Indicates a hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, could result in minor or
moderate injury.
• The diagrams in this section may include options and drives without covers or safety shields to illustrate details.
Reinstall covers or shields before operating any devices. The option should be used according to the instructions
described in this manual.
• Any illustrations, photographs, or examples used in this manual are provided as examples only and may not apply
to all products to which this manual is applicable.
• The products and specifications described in this manual or the content and presentation of the manual may be
changed without notice to improve the product and/or the manual.
• When ordering new copies of the manual, contact a Yaskawa representative or the nearest Yaskawa sales office and
provide the manual number shown on the front cover.
Heed the safety messages in this manual.
Failure to comply will result in death or serious injury.
The operator is responsible for injuries or equipment damage caused from failure to heed
the warnings in the manual.
Do not modify the drive or option circuitry.
Failure to comply could result in damage to the drive or option and will void warranty.
Yaskawa is not responsible for any modification of the product made by the user. This
product must not be modified.
Do not expose the drive or option to halogen group disinfectants.
Failure to comply may cause damage to the electrical components in the option.
Do not pack the drive in wooden materials that have been fumigated or sterilized.
Do not sterilize the entire package after the product is packed.
This option provides a communications connection between the drive and a Modbus TCP/IP
network. The option connects the drive to a Modbus TCP/IP network and facilitates the
exchange of data.
This manual explains the handling, installation and specifications of this product.
The option is a communications link to connect industrial devices (such as smart motor
controllers, operator interfaces, and variable frequency drives) as well as control devices
(such as programmable controllers and computers) to a network. The option is a simple,
networking solution that reduces the cost and time to wire and install factory automation
devices, while providing interchangeability of like components from multiple vendors.
By installing the option to a drive, it is possible to do the following from a Modbus TCP/IP
master device:
• drive operation
• drive operation status monitoring
• changing parameter settings.
◆ Applicable Models
The option can be used with the drive models in Tab le 1 .
Table 1 Applicable Models
Drive Series
A1000
Z1000CIMR-ZA≥ 1014
<1> See “PRG” on the drive nameplate for the software version number.
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Drive Model NumberSoftware Version <1>
CIMR-A2A≥ 1010
CIMR-A4A0002 to 4A0675≥ 1010
CIMR-A4A0930 and 4A1200301
CIMR-A5A504
3 Receiving
NSMS
MANUAL
3Receiving
Please perform the following tasks upon receipt of the option:
• Inspect the option for damage. Contact the shipper immediately if the option appears
damaged upon receipt.
• Verify receipt of the correct model by checking the model number printed on the name
plate of the option package.
• Contact your supplier if you have received the wrong model or the option does not
function properly.
◆ Option Package Contents
Table 2 Option Package Contents
Description:Option
_
Quantity:11311
Ground
Wire
◆ Tools Required for Installation
• A Phillips screwdriver (M3 metric/#1, #2 U.S. standard size <1>) is required to install the
option and remove drive front covers.
• Diagonal cutting pliers. (required for some drive models)
• A small file or medium grit sandpaper. (required for some drive models)
Screws
(M3)
LED Label
Installation
Manual
<1> Screw sizes vary by drive capacity. Select a screwdriver appropriate for the drive capacity.
Note: Tools required to prepare option networking cables for wiring are not listed in this manual.
A – Connector (CN5)
B – Installation holeF – Communication connector CN1 (RJ45)
C – LED (MS)
D–LED (NS)<1>H – LED (10/100) <1>
<1> Refer to Option LED Display on page 12 for details on the LEDs
<2> The ground wire provided in the option shipping package must be connected during installation
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<1>G – LED (LINK/ACT) <1>
Figure 1 SI-EM3 Option Components
E – Ground terminal and installation hole
<2>
4 Option Components
◆ Communication Connector CN1
The communication connector on the option is a modular RJ45 female connector designated
CN1.
CN1 is the connection point for a customer supplied male Modbus network communication
cable.
• Link status and network activity-Link/Act (NS) red/green
The operational states of the option LEDs after the power-up diagnostic LED sequence is
completed are described in Table 4. Wait at least 2 seconds for the power-up diagnostic
process to complete before verifying the states of the LEDs.
Table 4 Option LED States
Name
MS
NS
10/100
<1>
LINK/ACT
<1>
<1> Remove the drive front cover to check the status of the LED. Be careful not to touch the main circuit terminals or
the control board in the drive.
Indication
Color Status
–OFFPower supply OFFPower is not being supplied to the drive
Green ONOption operatingThe option is operating normally
GreenFlashing Option initializingThe option is configuring an IP address
Red ONFatal error occurred
Red FlashingNon-fatal error occurred
–OFFOffline or power supply OFF–
Green ON
GreenFlashing Control connection active
Red ONCommunications error (fatal) The option detected a duplicate IP address
GreenOFF10 Mbps is established
Green ON100 Mbps is established
Green OFFLink is not established
GreenONLink is established
GreenFlashing
Operating StatusRemarks
The option has detected a fatal
(unrecoverable) error
The option has detected a non-fatal
(recoverable) error
Online communications
established
Link is established and there is
network activity
The option is online and has established
connections
The option is online and has an established
and active control connection.
Do not connect or disconnect wiring while the power is on.
Failure to comply will result in death or serious injury.
Disconnect all power to the drive and wait at least the amount of time specified on the
drive front cover safety label.
After all indicators are off, measure the DC bus voltage to confirm safe level, and check
for unsafe voltages before servicing. The internal capacitor remains charged after the
power supply is turned off.
Electrical Shock Hazard
Do not remove the front covers of the drive while the power is on.
Failure to comply could result in death or serious injury.
The diagrams in this section may include options and drives without covers or safety
shields to show details. Be sure to reinstall covers or shields before operating any devices.
The option should be used according to the instructions described in this manual.
Do not allow unqualified personnel to use equipment.
Failure to comply could result in death or serious injury.
Maintenance, inspection, and replacement of parts must be performed only by authorized
personnel familiar with installation, adjustment, and maintenance of this product.
Do not touch circuit boards while the power to the drive is on.
Failure to comply could result in death or serious injury.
Prior to installing the option, wire the drive, make necessary connections to the drive
terminals, and verify that the drive functions normally without the option installed. Refer to
the Quick Start Guide packaged with the drive for information on wiring and connecting the
drive.
Figure 2 shows an exploded view of the drive with the option and related components for
reference.
Figure 2
A – Insertion point for CN5 connectorH – Included screws
B – SI-EM3 optionI – Ground wire
C – Drive front coverJ – Option modular connector CN1
D – Digital operatorK – Drive grounding terminal (FE)
E – LED labelL – Connector CN5-A
F – Drive terminal coverM – Connector CN5-B
G – Removable tabs for wire routingN – Connector CN5-C