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User Guide

SM-I/O Lite
SM-I/O Timer

Solutions Module for:

• Unidrive SP
• Commander SK

Part Number: 0472-0004-04

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General Information
The manufacturer accepts no liability for any consequences resulting from inappropriate, negligent
or incorrect installation or adjustment of the optional operating parameters of the equipment or from
mismatching the variable speed drive with the motor.
The contents of this guide are believed to be correct at the time of printing. In the interests of a
commitment to a policy of continuous development and improvement, the manufacturer reserves the
right to change the specification of the product or its performance, or the contents of this guide,
without notice.
All rights reserved. No parts of this guide may be reproduced or transmitted in any form or by any
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retrieval system, without permission in writing from the publisher.

Drive software version

The SM-I/O Lite and SM-I/O Timer can only be used with the following drive software version:
Unidrive SP: ≥V01.07.00
Commander SK: ≥V01.00.00
I/O Lite/Timer Software Version: ≥V01.02.02

Copyright © June 2007 Control Techniques Drives Ltd

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 Contents
1 How to use this guide ................................................... 4
1.1 Intended personnel ................................................................................. 4
1.2 Information .............................................................................................. 4

2 Safety Information ......................................................... 5

2.1 Warnings, Cautions and Notes ............................................................... 5
2.2 Electrical safety - general warning .......................................................... 5
2.3 System design and safety of personnel .................................................. 5
2.4 Environmental limits ................................................................................ 6
2.5 Compliance with regulations ................................................................... 6
2.6 Motor ....................................................................................................... 6
2.7 Adjusting parameters .............................................................................. 6

3 Introduction .................................................................... 7
3.1 Features .................................................................................................. 7
3.2 Solutions Module identification ................................................................ 8

4 Installing the Solutions Module ................................... 9

4.1 Solutions Module slots ............................................................................ 9
4.2 Installation ............................................................................................... 9
4.3 Terminal descriptions ............................................................................ 11
4.4 Wiring, shield connections .................................................................... 12

5 Getting Started ............................................................. 17

5.1 Installation ............................................................................................. 17

6 Parameters ................................................................... 18
6.1 Introduction ........................................................................................... 18
6.2 Single line descriptions ......................................................................... 19
6.3 Parameter descriptions ......................................................................... 25

7 Diagnostics .................................................................. 35
7.1 Unidrive SP ........................................................................................... 35
7.2 Commander SK ..................................................................................... 36

8 Terminal data ............................................................... 37

8.1 Option to drive update times ................................................................. 39

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1 How to use this guide

1.1 Intended personnel

This guide is intended for personnel who have the necessary training and experience in
system design, installation, commissioning and maintenance.

1.2 Information
This guide contains information covering the identification of the Solutions Module,
terminal layout for installation, fitting of the Solutions Module to the drive, parameter
details and diagnosis information. Additional to the aforementioned are the
specifications of the Solutions Module.

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2 Safety Information

2.1 Warnings, Cautions and Notes

A Warning contains information, which is essential for avoiding a safety hazard.

Safety Information
WARNING

A Caution contains information, which is necessary for avoiding a risk of damage to the
product or other equipment.
CAUTION

Introduction
NOTE A Note contains information, which helps to ensure correct operation of the product.

2.2 Electrical safety - general warning

The voltages used in the drive can cause severe electrical shock and/or burns, and
could be lethal. Extreme care is necessary at all times when working with or adjacent to

Installing the Solutions

the drive.

Module
Specific warnings are given at the relevant places in this User Guide.

2.3 System design and safety of personnel

The drive is intended as a component for professional incorporation into complete
equipment or a system. If installed incorrectly, the drive may present a safety hazard.

Getting Started
The drive uses high voltages and currents, carries a high level of stored electrical
energy, and is used to control equipment which can cause injury.
Close attention is required to the electrical installation and the system design to avoid
hazards either in normal operation or in the event of equipment malfunction. System
design, installation, commissioning and maintenance must be carried out by personnel
who have the necessary training and experience. They must read this safety information
and this User Guide carefully.

Parameters
The STOP and SECURE DISABLE functions of the drive do not isolate dangerous
voltages from the output of the drive or from any external option unit. The supply must
be disconnected by an approved electrical isolation device before gaining access to the
electrical connections.
With the sole exception of the SECURE DISABLE function, none of the drive
functions must be used to ensure safety of personnel, i.e. they must not be used
Diagnostics

for safety-related functions.

Note that the SECURE DISABLE function is only available as standard on the Unidrive
SP. The Commander SK does not have a SECURE DISABLE input.
Careful consideration must be given to the functions of the drive which might result in a
hazard, either through their intended behaviour or through incorrect operation due to a
fault. In any application where a malfunction of the drive or its control system could lead
Terminal data

to or allow damage, loss or injury, a risk analysis must be carried out, and where
necessary, further measures taken to reduce the risk - for example, an over-speed
protection device in case of failure of the speed control, or a fail-safe mechanical brake
in case of loss of motor braking.

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 The SECURE DISABLE function and secure input meet the requirements of EN954-1
category 3 for the prevention of unexpected starting of the drive. They may be used in a
safety-related application. The system designer is responsible for ensuring that the
complete system is safe and designed correctly according to the relevant safety
standards.

2.4 Environmental limits

Instructions in the Unidrive SP User Guide, Commander SK Getting Started Guide and
Commander SK Technical Data Guide regarding transport, storage, installation and use
of the drive must be complied with, including the specified environmental limits. Drives
must not be subjected to excessive physical force.

2.5 Compliance with regulations

The installer is responsible for complying with all relevant regulations, such as national
wiring regulations, accident prevention regulations and electromagnetic compatibility
(EMC) regulations. Particular attention must be given to the cross-sectional areas of
conductors, the selection of fuses or other protection, and protective earth (ground)
connections.
The Unidrive SP User Guide and Commander SK EMC Guide contain instructions for
achieving compliance with specific EMC standards.
Within the European Union, all machinery in which this product is used must comply
with the following directives:
98/37/EC: Safety of machinery.
89/336/EEC: Electromagnetic Compatibility.

2.6 Motor
Ensure the motor is installed in accordance with the manufacturer’s recommendations.
Ensure the motor shaft is not exposed.
Standard squirrel cage induction motors are designed for single speed operation. If it is
intended to use the capability of the drive to run a motor at speeds above its designed
maximum, it is strongly recommended that the manufacturer is consulted first.
Low speeds may cause the motor to overheat because the cooling fan becomes less
effective. The motor should be fitted with a protection thermistor. If necessary, an
electric forced vent fan should be used.
The values of the motor parameters set in the drive affect the protection of the motor.
The default values in the drive should not be relied upon.
It is essential that the correct value is entered in the motor rated current parameter:
Pr 0.46 for Unidrive SP and Pr 06 in Commander SK. This affects the thermal protection
of the motor.

2.7 Adjusting parameters

Some parameters have a profound effect on the operation of the drive. They must not
be altered without careful consideration of the impact on the controlled system.
Measures must be taken to prevent unwanted changes due to error or tampering.

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3 Introduction

3.1 Features
The SM-I/O Lite and SM-I/O Timer are Solutions Modules that can be used on the
following products:
• Unidrive SP

Safety Information
• Commander SK
The connections between the Solutions Module and the drive are made via the drive
connector. Connections from external equipment to the Solutions Module are made via
a 3-way plugable screw connector for the relay and a 12-way plugable connector for the
digital and analogue I/O and the reference encoder.
3.1.1 SM I/O Lite

Introduction
• 1 x analogue input - bi-polar voltage or uni-polar current
• 1 x analogue output - uni-polar voltage or current
• 3 x digital inputs
• Quadrature reference encoder input
• 1 x +24V user supply
• 1 x +5V reference encoder supply

Installing the Solutions

• 2 x 0V
• Status relay

Module
3.1.2 SM I/O Timer
• 1 x analogue input - bi-polar voltage or uni-polar current
• 1 x analogue output - uni-polar voltage or current
• 3 x digital inputs
• Quadrature reference encoder input

Getting Started
• 1 x +24V user supply
• 1 x +5V reference encoder supply
• 2 x 0V
• Status relay
• Real time clock
• Year, month, day, hour, minute, second, date, daylight saving mode.

Parameters
NOTE The reference encoder input on the SM-I/O Lite and SM-I/O Timer will not function when
used on Unidrive SP.

Figure 3-1 SM-I/O Lite / SM-I/O Timer

Diagnostics
Terminal data

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3.2 Solutions Module identification
The SM-I/O Lite and SM-I/O Timer can be identified by:
1. The label located on the underside of the Solutions Module.
2. The colour coding across the front of the Solutions Module.
SM-I/O Lite: Dark yellow
SM-I/O Timer: Dark red
Figure 3-2 SM-I/O Lite and SM-I/O Timer labels

Solutions Module Solutions Module

name name
SM-I/O Lite SM-I/O Timer
Issue Customer Issue Customer
Issue: 0 STDJ41 Issue: 0 STDJ41
number and date number and date
code code
Ser No : 3000005001 Serial Ser No : 3000005001 Serial
number number

3.2.1 Date code format

The date code is split into two sections: a letter followed by a number.
The letter indicates the year, and the number indicates the week number (within the
year) in which the Solutions Module was built.
The letters go in alphabetical order, starting with A in 1990 (B in 1991, C in 1992 etc.).
Example:
A date code of L35 would correspond to week 35 of year 2002.

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4 Installing the Solutions Module
4.1 Solutions Module slots

Before installing the Solutions Module, refer to Chapter 2 Safety Information on page 5.

Safety Information
WARNING

Unidrive SP
Three Solutions Module slots are available on Unidrive SP. The Solutions Module can
be plugged into any of these slots but it is recommended that slot 3 be used for the first
Solutions Module, then slot 2 and then slot 1. This ensures the maximum mechanical
support for the Solutions Module once fitted.

Introduction
See Figure 4-2.
Commander SK
One Solutions Module slot is available on Commander SK. See Figure 4-4 respectively.

4.2 Installation

Solutions Module
1. Before installing a Solutions Module in any drive, ensure the AC supply has been

Installing the
disconnected for at least 10 minutes.
2. Ensure that on the Unidrive SP the +24V and low voltage DC power supplies have
been disconnected from the drive for at least 10 minutes if used.
3. Check that the exterior of the Solutions Module is not damaged and the multiway
connector on the underside of the module is free from dirt and debris.
4. Do not install a damaged or dirty Solutions Module in the drive.

Getting Started
5. Remove the terminal cover from the drive as shown in Figure 4-1, Figure 4-3.
6. Position the drive connector of the Solutions Module over the appropriate connector
of the drive and push downwards until it locks into place. Make any wiring
connections as appropriate.
On Commander SK only, ensure that the plastic tab which covers the drive’s
Solutions Module connector is removed before fitting any option. See Figure 4-3.
Figure 4-1 Removing the Uni SP terminal cover Figure 4-2 Fitting and removing a Solutions

Parameters
Module into the Unidrive SP

Pz2
1 N m (8.8 lb in)
Diagnostics

SM slot 1
(Menu 15)
SM slot 2
(Menu 16)
SM slot 3
(Menu 17
Terminal data

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 Figure 4-3 Removing the Commander SK Figure 4-4 Fitting and removing a Solutions
terminal cover Module into the Commander SK
Pz1
0.4 N m (3.5 lb in)

7. Re-fit the terminal cover to the drive by reversing the procedure shown in Figure 4-1,
Figure 4-3.
8. Connect the AC supply to the drive.
Unidrive SP
9. When a Solutions Module is fitted to a Unidrive SP for the first time, as the drive is
powered-up, the drive will trip on SL1.dF or SL2.dF or SL3.dF depending on which
slot the Solutions Module is fitted to. A parameter save must be performed.
Set Pr xx.00 = 1000 (or 1001 in the case of solely using the 24V back-up power
supply) and press the Stop/Reset button. If a parameter save is not performed, the
drive will trip on the above trips the next time the drive is powered up.
NOTE When using the 24V back-up power supply only, the SLx.dF trip will not occur (as the
drive is already displaying a UU trip).

NOTE When fitting two or more Solutions Modules simultaneously, the SLx.dF trip is only
applicable to the module fitted in the lowest numerical slot.

NOTE If an SLx.dF trip is not seen after the first power-up, the Solutions Module is not fitted
properly to the drive. Power down the drive, remove and re-fit the Solutions Module.

10. To access the advanced parameters refer to the Unidrive SP User Guide.
11. Check that Menu 15 (slot 1), 16 (slot 2), or 17 (slot 3) parameters are now available
(depending on which slot is used).
12. Check that Pr 15.01, Pr 16.01 or Pr 17.01 shows the correct code for the SM-I/O
Lite or the SM-I/O Timer:
SM-I/O Lite: 207
SM-I/O Timer: 203
Commander SK
9. When a Solutions Module is fitted to a Commander SK for the first time, as the drive
is powered-up, the drive will trip on SL.dF.
Press the STOP/RESET button to clear the trip
The Commander SK automatically save the Solutions Module identity details to
memory which will avoid any future SL.dF trips.
10. To access the advanced parameters refer to the Commander SK Getting Started Guide.
NOTE If an SL.dF trip is not seen after the first power-up, the Solutions Module is not fitted
properly to the drive. Power down the drive, remove and re-fit the Solutions Module.

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 11. Check that Menu 15 parameters are now available.

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12. Check that Pr 15.01 shows the correct code for the SM-I/O Lite or the SM-I/O Timer:
SM-I/O Lite: 207
SM-I/O Timer: 203
All products
13. Power the drive down and back up. The Solutions Module is now ready for
programming.

Safety Information
NOTE If the Solutions Module is changed for another, the drive will trip as in step 9. Follow the
above procedure.
14. If the checks in steps 11 and 12 fail, either the Solutions Module is not fully inserted,
or it is faulty.
15. If a trip code is now present refer to Chapter 7 Diagnostics on page 35.

4.3 Terminal descriptions

Introduction
Figure 4-5 SM-I/O Lite and SM-I/O Timer terminals

PL1 PL2

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 21 22 23

Solutions Module
Installing the
Provide fuse or other over-current protection in the relay circuit.
WARNING

Table 4-1 Terminal descriptions

Getting Started
PL1 Term Function PL1 Term Function PL2 Function
1 0V common 7 Digital input 3 / Encoder B* 21 Relay 1
2 Analogue input 8 Encoder B\ 22 Not connected
3 Analogue output 9 Encoder A 23 Relay 2
4 +24V 10 Encoder A\
5 Digital input 1 11 0V *When terminal 7 is used as an encoder

Parameters
6 Digital input 2 12 Encoder +5V input, digital input 3 is not available

Figure 4-6 Reference encoder connections

Encoder B
Encoder B\
Encoder A
Diagnostics

Encoder A\
0V
+5V encoder supply

Screen
connection
Terminal data

NOTE Refer to Chapter 4.4.5 Reference encoder input specification (Commander SK) on
page 15 for encoder input specification and Chapter 8 Terminal data on page 37 for
terminal data.

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4.4 Wiring, shield connections
Shielding considerations are important for PWM drive installations due to high voltages
and currents present in the output circuit with a very wide frequency spectrum, typically
from 0 to 20 MHz. Reference encoder inputs are liable to be disturbed if careful attention
is not given to managing the cable shields.
Reference encoder mounting methods
There are three methods for mounting a reference encoder on to a motor:
1. Galvanic isolation between reference encoder and motor
2. Galvanic isolation between reference encoder circuit and reference encoder body
3. No isolation
4.4.1 Reference encoder with galvanic isolation from motor
When galvanically isolated, the reference encoder is mounted to the motor with isolation
fitted between the motor housing/shaft and the reference encoder as shown in Figure 4-7.
Figure 4-7 Galvanic Isolation from motor
Isolation
between motor shaft
and encoder Encoder
Circuit

Motor
Housing
0V A
+5V A
Motor 0V B Encoder
Shaft +5V B Connection
0V Z
+5V Z

Encoder
Body

Isolation
between motor housing Encoder
and encoder housing Housing

With this preferred method of mounting, noise current is prevented from passing from
the motor housing into the reference encoder housing and hence into the motor cable.
The ground connection of the cable shield is optional. This may be required to comply
with safety measures or to reduce radiated radio frequency emissions from either the
drive or reference encoder.
4.4.2 Reference encoder circuit with galvanic isolation from reference encoder
body
In this case, the reference encoder is mounted directly on to the motor housing with
contact being made between the motor housing/shaft and reference encoder as shown
in Figure 4-8. With this mounting method, the reference encoder internal circuits are
exposed to electrical noise from the motor housing through stray capacitance, and they
must be designed to withstand this situation. However, this arrangement still prevents
large noise currents from flowing from the motor body into the reference encoder cable.
The ground connection of the cable shield is optional. This may be required to comply
with safety measures or to reduce radiated radio frequency emissions from either the
drive or reference encoder.

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 Figure 4-8 Reference encoder galvanically isolated from reference encoder body

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No Isolation Encoder
between motor shaft Circuit
and encoder

Stray
Capacitance
Motor
Housing
0V A

Safety Information
+5V A
Motor 0V B Encoder
Shaft +5V B Connection
0V Z
+5V Z

Encoder
Body

Introduction
No Isolation
between motor housing Galvanic Encoder
and encoder housing Isolation Housing

4.4.3 No Isolation
In this case, the reference encoder 0V connection may be permanently connected to
the housing as in Figure 4-9. This has an advantage that the reference encoder body

Solutions Module
Installing the
can form a shield for its internal circuits. However, it permits noise current from the
motor body to flow into the reference encoder cable shield. A good quality shielded
cable correctly terminated protects the data against this noise current, but much more
care is needed in ensuring correct cable management than for the isolated cases
above.
Figure 4-9 No isolation

Getting Started
No Isolation Encoder
between motor shaft Circuit
and encoder

Stray
Capacitance
Motor
Housing
0V A

Parameters
+5V A
Motor 0V B Encoder
Shaft +5V B Connection
0V Z
+5V Z
Diagnostics

0V
No Isolation connected
between motor housing Encoder Encoder to encoder
and encoder housing Housing Body housing

4.4.4 Cable requirements

All mounting methods
• Shield connection at drive terminals to 0V
Terminal data

• Shield connection at reference encoder 0V

• It is recommended that the shielded cable is run in one continuous length from the
reference encoder to the drive. This avoids the injection of noise at intermediate
connections (pigtails) and maximises the shielding benefits.

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 • The shield connections (pigtails) to the drive and reference encoder should be kept
as short as possible.
Mounting with no isolation
• Shield connections to ground at both ends of the reference encoder cable. The
connection must be made by direct fixing of the cable to the grounded metal parts
i.e. the reference encoder body and the drive grounding bracket as illustrated in
Figure 4-11. Pigtails must be avoided. The outer sheath of the cable should be
stripped back enough to allow for the ground clamps to be fitted. The shield
connection should not be broken. The ground clamps should be located as close as
possible to the drive and reference encoder.
• It is essential that the shielded cable be run in one continuous length between the
drive and the reference encoder to avoid the injection of noise at intermediate
connections (pigtails) and to maximise the shielding benefit.

In this case under no circumstances must the cable shield connection be omitted at
either end of the cable, since the noise voltage may well be sufficient to destroy the line
CAUTION
driver and receiver chips in the reference encoder and the drive.

Cable shield ground connections

For all mounting methods, grounding of the feedback cable shields has added benefits.
It can protect the drive and reference encoder from induced fast transients and prevent
radiated radio-frequency emissions. However it is essential that it be carried out in the
correct manor as explained above and shown in Figure 4-11

Connecting the cable shield to ground at both ends carries the risk that an electrical fault
might cause excessive power current to flow in the cable shield and overheat the cable.
There must be an adequately rated safety ground connection between the motor/
WARNING reference encoder and the drive.

Recommended shielded cable

The recommended cable for feedback signals is shielded twisted pair with an overall
shield as shown in Figure 4-10.
Figure 4-10 Recommended shielded cable
Cable overall shield

Twisted
pair Cable
cable

Twisted pair shield

Using this type of cable also allows for the connection of the outer shield to ground and
the inner shields to 0V alone at both drive and reference encoder end, when required.

NOTE Ensure that feedback cables are kept as far away as possible from power cables and
avoid parallel routing.

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Twisted Twisted
pair pair
Shield shield shield Shield
connection Cable connection
to 0V to 0V

Connection Connection
at drive at motor

Safety Information
Cable Cable
shield Ground clamp shield
on shield

4.4.5 Reference encoder input specification (Commander SK)

An incremental reference encoder connected to A (terminal 9), A\ (terminal 10), B
(terminal 7), B\ (terminal 8)

Introduction
The reference encoder input will count non-differential inputs with connections to
terminal 9 (A) and terminal 7 (B).
The reference encoder input will count a frequency and direction (F and D) signal:
F on terminal 9 (A)
D on terminal 7 (B) or terminal 8 (B\) depending on the polarity of the D signal.

Solutions Module
Installing the
NOTE When using the reference encoder input for a F and D signal, Pr 15.58 (Drive encoder
reference scaling) must be set to 2.
Reference encoder types
CMOS
TTL

Getting Started
NOTE When using a TTL reference encoder, an additional resistor as shown in Figure 4-12 must
be used for A\ and B\. (A separate resistor is required for each of the two encoder lines.)
Figure 4-12
+5V

22K

A\, B\ Parameters

22K R
Diagnostics

0V

To calculate R (Ω):
22000V
R = ---------------------
5 – 2V

Where:
Terminal data

V = TTL voltage sensitivity (usually 2V)

Reference encoder supply
A +5V reference encoder can be used when supplied by the reference encoder +5V
supply. When using an external supply, a +12V reference encoder may be used.

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 4.4.6 Reference encoder limitations of use
The reference encoder input on the SM-I/O Lite and SM-I/O Timer is not a true
quadrature reference encoder input and is only to be used as a digital reference input
for basic feedback for speed following.
Therefore it is not recommended for use in applications that operate close to zero speed
or require accurate positioning. Operation close to zero speed could lead to miscounting
of pulses.

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5 Getting Started

5.1 Installation
The control circuits are isolated from the power circuits in the drive by basic insulation
only, as specified in IEC60664-1. The installer must ensure that the external control
circuits are isolated from human contact by at least one layer of insulation rated for use

Safety Information
WARNING at the AC supply voltage.
If the control circuits are to be connected to other circuits classified as Safety Extra Low
Voltage (SELV) (e.g. a personal computer) an additional isolating barrier must be
included in order to maintain the SELV classification.

The above warning also applies to the PCB edge connector for the optional Solutions
Modules. To allow a Solutions Module to be fitted to Commander SK, a protective cover

Introduction
must be removed to allow access to the PCB edge connector See Figure 4-3 on page 10
WARNING This protective cover provides protection from direct contact of the PCB edge connector
by the user. When this cover is removed and a Solutions Module fitted, the Solutions
Module provides the protection from direct contact by the user. If the Solutions Module
is then removed, this PCB edge connector becomes exposed. The user is required to

Installing the Solutions

provide protection in this case, to protect against direct contact of this PCB edge
connector.

Module
Reference encoder feedback data is transmitted from a reference encoder as low
voltage digital signals. Ensure that the electrical noise from the drive or motor does not
adversely affect the reference encoder feedback. Ensure that the drive and motor are
connected as per the instructions the Commander SK EMC Guide
Table 5-1 SM-I/O Lite / SM-I/O Timer set-up

Getting Started
Action Detail
Ensure:
• Drive enable signal is not given (terminal B4)
Before power up • Run signal is not given
• Solutions Module is fitted correctly
• Feedback device is fitted correctly

Parameters
Ensure:
Power up drive • The drive displays 'ih' (for SK), inh (for SP)
• If the drive trips, see Chapter 7 Diagnostics on page 35.
Slot 1 - menu 15 appears Pr 15.01 (SK & SP)
Slot 2 - menu 16 appears Pr 16.01 (SP only)
Module identification Slot 3 - menu 17 appears Pr 17.01 (SP only)
207 - SM I/O Lite
203 - SM I/O Timer
Diagnostics

Enter lines per revolution Pr 15.52

Set-up encoder lines
0 - 512
per revolution
1 - 1024
(encoder can only be
2 - 2048
used on SK)
3 - 4096
Terminal data

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6 Parameters

6.1 Introduction
The parameters listed in this chapter are used for programming and monitoring the SM-
I/O Lite and SM-I/O Timer.

NOTE On the Unidrive SP, the same parameter structure is available in menu 15, 16 and 17
referring to slots 1, 2 and 3. Therefore, ‘x’ in the single line description table and the logic
diagram represents either Menu 15, 16 or 17. However, for Commander SK it only
represents Menu 15.

Before attempting to adjust any parameters, refer to Chapter 2 Safety Information on

page 5.
WARNING

Table 6-1 Key to parameter coding

Coding Attribute
RW Read/write: can be written by the user
RO Read only: can only be read by the user
Bit 1 bit parameter
Bi Bipolar parameter
Uni Unipolar parameter
Txt Text: the parameter uses text strings instead of numbers.
Filtered: some parameters which can have rapidly changing
FI values are filtered when displayed on the drive keypad for
easy viewing.
Destination: indicates that this parameter can be a
DE
destination parameter.
Rating dependant: this parameter is likely to have different
values and ranges with drives of different voltage and
RA current ratings. This parameters is not transferred by smart
cards when the rating of the destination drive is different
from the source drive.
Not cloned: not transferred to or from smart cards during
NC
cloning.
PT Protected: cannot be used as a destination.
User save: saved in drive EEPROM when the user initiates
US
a parameter save.
Power-down save: automatically saved in drive EEPROM
PS
at power-down.

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6.2 Single line descriptions

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Parameter Range(Ú) Default(Ö) Type
x.01 Solutions Module ID 0 to 599 RO Uni PT US
x.02 Solutions Module software version 0.0 to 99.99 RO Uni NC PT
x.03 Current loop loss indicator OFF (0) or On (1) RO Bit NC PT
x.04 Terminal T5 digital input 1 state OFF (0) or On (1) RO Bit NC PT
x.05 Terminal T6 digital input 2 state OFF (0) or On (1) RO Bit NC PT

Safety Information
x.06 Terminal T7 digital input 3 state OFF (0) or On (1) RO Bit NC PT
x.07 Relay state (Terminals T21 and T23) OFF (0) or On (1) RO Bit NC PT
x.08 Not used
x.09 Not used
x.10 Not used
x.11 Not used
x.12 Not used
x.13 Not used

Introduction
x.14 Terminal T5 digital input 1 invert OFF (0) or On (1) OFF (0) RW Bit US
x.15 Terminal T6 digital input 2 invert OFF (0) or On (1) OFF (0) RW Bit US
x.16 Terminal T7 digital input 3 invert OFF (0) or On (1) OFF (0) RW Bit US
x.17 Relay invert OFF (0) or On (1) OFF (0) RW Bit US
x.18 Not used

Installing the Solutions

x.19 Real time clock daylight saving mode OFF (0) or On (1) 0 RW Bit US
x.20 Digital I/O read word 0 to 120 0 RW Uni NC PT
x.21 Not used

Module
x.22 Not used
x.23 Not used
x.24 Terminal T5 digital input destination Pr 0.00 to Pr 21.51 Pr 0.00 RW Uni DE PT US
x.25 Terminal T6 digital input destination Pr 0.00to Pr 21.51 Pr 0.00 RW Uni DE PT US
x.26 Terminal T7 digital input destination Pr 0.00 to Pr 21.51 Pr 0.00 RW Uni DE PT US

Getting Started
x.27 Terminal T21/T23 relay 1 source Pr 0.00 to Pr 21.51 Pr 0.00 RW Uni DE PT US
x.28 Not used
x.29 Not used
x.30 Real time clock update mode 0 to 2 0 RW Uni
x.31 Not used
x.32 Not used
x.33 Not used

Parameters
x.34 Real time clock minutes/seconds 00.00 to 59.59 00.00 RW Uni PT
x.35 Real time clock days/hours 1.00 to 7.23 0.00 RW Uni PT
x.36 Real time clock month/date 00.00 to 12.31 00.00 RW Uni PT
x.37 Real time clock years 2000 to 2099 2000 RW Uni PT
0-20 (0), 20-0 (1),
Analogue input 1 mode (Terminal 4-20 (2), 20-4 (3),
x.38 0-20(0) RW Txt US
T2) 4-.20 (4), 20-.4 (5),
VoLt (6)
Diagnostics

0-20 (0), 20-0 (1),

Analogue output 1 mode (Terminal
x.39 4-20 (2), 20-4 (3), 0 RW Txt US
T3)
VoLt (4)
x.40 Analogue input 1 level (Terminal T2) ±100 % RO Bi NC PT
Analogue input 1 scaling (Terminal
x.41 0.000 to 4.000 1.000 RW Uni US
T2)
Analogue input 1 invert (Terminal
x.42 OFF (0) or On (1) 0 RW Bit PT US
Terminal data

T2)
Analogue input 1 destination (Terminal
x.43 Pr 1.01 to Pr 21.51 Pr 0.00 RW Uni PT US
T2)
x.44 Not used
x.45 Not used

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x.46 Not used
x.47 Not used
Analogue output 1 source (Terminal
x.48 Pr 0.01 to Pr 21.51 Pr 0.00 RW Uni PT US
T3)
Analogue output 1 scaling (Terminal
x.49 0.000 to 4.000 1.000 RW Uni US
T3)
x.50 Solutions Module error status 0 to 255 RO Uni NC PT
Solutions Module software sub-
x.51 0 to 99 RO Uni NC PT
version
512 (0), 1024 (1),
x.52 Drive encoder lines per revolution 1024 (1), RW Txt US
2048 (2), 4096 (3)
x.53 Drive encoder revolution counter 0 to 65535 RO Uni FI NC PT

x.54 Drive encoder position 0 to 65535 (1/216ths of RO Uni FI NC PT

a revolution)
x.55 Drive encoder speed feedback ±32000 rpm RO Bi FI NC PT
x.56 Maximum drive encoder reference 0 to 32000 rpm 1500 RW Uni US
x.57 Drive encoder reference level ±100 % RO Bi PT
x.58 Drive encoder reference scaling 0.000 to 4.000 1.000 RW Uni US
x.59 Drive encoder reference destination Pr 0.00 to Pr 21.51 Pr 0.00 RW Uni DE PT US
x.60 Encoder reset OFF (0) or On (1) OFF RW Bi

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Destination
Invert
x.24
x.14

Monitor
0.00
T5 x.04 Default
destination
Pr 0.00

Safety Information
21.51

Destination
Invert
x.25
x.15

Monitor
0.00

Introduction
T6 x.05 Default
destination
Pr 0.00
21.51

Destination

Installing the Solutions

Invert
x.26
x.16

Module
Monitor
0.00
T7 x.06 Default
destination
Pr 0.00
21.51

Getting Started
Relay
source
x.27 Invert
x.17

0.00 Monitor
Default
source
x.07

Parameters
Pr 0.00 T21
21.51
T22

T23

0V

Key
Diagnostics

Input Read-write (RW)

XX
terminals XX
parameter

Output Read-only (RO)

XX XX
terminals parameter
Terminal data

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Destination
Invert
x.43
x.42

Monitor
Mode Scaling 0.00
T2 x.38 x.40 x.41 Default
destination
Current Pr 0.00
x(-1) 21.51
mode and
protection

x.03
200R
Current loop
0V loss indicator

Source
x.48

0.00 Scaling Voltage

Default or current
source x.49 T3
Pr 0.00 x.39 Mode
21.51

Key
Input Read-write (RW)
XX
terminals XX
parameter

Output Read-only (RO)

XX XX
terminals parameter

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Encoder
reference
destination

x.59
Default
B Drive Drive destination
T7 Drive encoder encoder Maximum encoder Pr 0.00
B\ lines per speed (rpm) drive encoder reference
revolution reference Scaling 0.00
T8 Encoder

Safety Information
A reference x.52 x.55 x.56 x.57 x.58
T9 input
21.51
A\
T10

x.60 x.53 x.54

Encoder Revolution Revolution
reset counter position

Real time
clock update

Introduction
mode
x.30
Minutes/seconds
Real time
clock daylight x.34
saving mode Days/hours
x.19 x.35

Installing the Solutions

User Month/date
Real time
clock normal x.36
operation Years

Module
Real time
clock x.37
Real time
clock
+1 hour

Getting Started
Key
Input Read-write (RW)
XX
terminals XX
parameter

Output Read-only (RO)

XX XX
terminals parameter

Parameters
Diagnostics
Terminal data

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 Figure 6-4 Digital I/O monitoring logic diagram
Monitor

T5 x.04

Monitor
Digital I/O read word Pr x.20
T6 x.05 Digital I/O Terminal Binary value
read word
T5 8
Monitor
x.20 T6 16
T7 x.06 T7 32
T21/T23 64

Monitor
T21

x.07
T23

Key
Input Read-write (RW)
XX
terminals XX
parameter

Output Read-only (RO)

XX XX
terminals parameter

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x.01 Option ID code
RO Uni PT US
Ú 0 to 599 Ö
Update rate: Write on power-up

Safety Information
On Unidrive SP the menu for the relevant slot appears for the new Solutions Module
category with the default parameter values for the new category. For Commander SK it
will always be menu 15.
When no Solutions Module is fitted in the relevant slot this parameter is zero. When a
Solutions Module is fitted this parameter displays the identification code as shown
below.

Dumb Compatibility

Introduction
Code Solutions Module Category
module Uni SP Comm SK
0 No Solutions Module fitted
101 SM-Resolver Feedback 9 9
102 SM-Universal Encoder Plus Feedback 9
104 SM-Encoder Plus Feedback 9 9

Installing the Solutions

201 SM-I/O Plus Automation 9 9
203 SM-I/O Timer Automation 9 9

Module
204 SM-PELV Automation 9 9
206 SM-I/O 120V Automation 9 9
207 SM-I/O Lite Automation 9 9
301 SM-Applications Automation 9
302 SM-Application Lite Automation 9

Getting Started
303 SM-EZMotion Automation 9
403 SM-Profibus DP Fieldbus 9 9
404 SM-Interbus Fieldbus 9 9
406 SM-CAN Fieldbus 9
407 SM-DeviceNet Fieldbus 9 9
408 SM-CANopen Fieldbus 9 9

Parameters
409 SM-SERCOS Fieldbus 9
410 SM-Ethernet Fieldbus 9 9
501 SM-SLM Feedback 9
Unidrive SP
The new parameter values are not stored in the drive EEPROM until the user performs
a parameter save by setting Pr xx.00 to 1000 and pressing the stop/reset button. When
parameters are saved by the user in the drive EEPROM, the option code of the currently
Diagnostics

fitted Solutions Module is saved in the drive EEPROM. If the drive is subsequently
powered-up with a different Solutions Module fitted, or no Solutions Module is fitted
when one was previously fitted, the drive will trip on SLx.dF or SLx.nF.

Commander SK
The new parameter values are stored automatically by the drive. If the drive is
Terminal data

subsequently powered up with a different Solutions Module fitted, or no Solutions

Module is fitted when one was previously fitted, the drive will trip on SL.dF or SL.nF.

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RO Uni NC PT
Ú 00.00 to 99.99 Ö
Update rate: Write on power-up
This parameter shows the version of software programmed into the Solutions Module.
The software sub version is displayed in Pr x.51.
These two parameters display the software version in the form of:
Pr x.02 = xx.yy
Pr x.51 = zz

x.03 Current loop loss indicator

RO Bit NC PT
Ú OFF(0) or On(1) Ö
Update rate: Background write

If the Solutions Module analogue input is programmed in any of the modes 2 to 5 (see
Pr x.38 on page 29) then this bit is set if the current input falls below 3mA. This bit can
be designated to a digital output to indicate that the current input is less than 3mA.

x.04 Terminal T5 digital input 1 state

x.05 Terminal T6 digital input 2 state
x.06 Terminal T7 digital input 3 state
RO Bit NC PT
Ú OFF(0) or On(1) Ö
Update rate: Background write

0: OFF inactive
1: On active
Terminals T5 to T7 are three programmable digital inputs.
These parameters indicate the state of the digital input terminals.
If an external trip is required, then one of the terminals should be programmed to control
the external trip parameter (Pr 10.32), with the invert set to a On so that the terminal
must be made active for the drive not to trip.

NOTE The digital inputs are set-up in positive logic only. This logic cannot be changed.

x.07 Relay state (Terminals T21 and T23)

RO Bit NC PT
Ú OFF(0) or On(1) Ö
Update rate: Background write

0: OFF de-energised
1: On energised
This parameter indicates the state of the relay.

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x.14 Terminal T5 digital input 1 invert
x.15 Terminal T6 digital input 2 invert
x.16 Terminal T7 digital input 3 invert
RW Bit US
Ú OFF(0) or On(1) Ö OFF(0)
Update rate: Background read

Safety Information
Setting these parameters to a On causes the input sense to the destination parameter
to be inverted.

x.17 Relay invert

RW Bit US
Ú OFF(0) or On(1) Ö OFF(0)

Introduction
Update rate: Background read

Setting this parameter to a 1 causes the relay sense to be inverted.

x.19 Real time clock daylight saving mode

Installing the Solutions

RW Bit US

Module
Ú OFF(0) or On(1) Ö OFF(0)
Update rate: Background read
0: OFF Real time clock normal operation
1: On Real time clock + 1 hour

Getting Started
NOTE This parameter is not available on the SM-I/O Lite.

x.20 Digital I/O read word

RW Uni NC PT
Ú 0 to 120 Ö 0

Parameters
Update rate: Background write

This word is used to determine the status of the digital I/O by reading one parameter.
Pr x.20 contains a binary value 'xx'. This binary value is determined by the state of
Pr x.04 to Pr x.07. So for example, if all terminals were active the value displayed in
Pr x.20 would be the sum of the binary values shown in the table, i.e. 120.
Diagnostics

Binary value for xx Digital I/O

1
2
4
8 Terminal T5
16 Terminal T6
Terminal data

32 Terminal T7
64 Terminals T21 & T23
128

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 x.24 Terminal T5 digital input destination
x.25 Terminal T6 digital input destination
x.26 Terminal T7 digital input destination
RW Uni DE PT US
Ú Pr 0.00 to Pr 21.51 Ö Pr 0.00
Update rate: Read on drive reset

Destination parameters define the parameter each of the programmable inputs is to

control. Only parameters that are not protected can be controlled by the programmable
digital inputs. If a non-valid parameter is programmed, the digital input is not routed
anywhere.

x.27 Terminal T21 / T23 relay/ source

RW Uni DE PT US
Ú Pr 0.00 to Pr 21.51 Ö Pr 0.00
Update rate: Read on drive reset
This parameter defines the parameter to be represented by the status relay. Only
unprotected parameters can be selected as a source for the relay output. If a non-valid
parameter is programmed, then the relay will remain in the last known state.

x.30 Real time clock update mode

RW Uni
Ú 0 to 2 Ö 0
Update rate: Background read/write
0: Real time clock parameters controlled by real time clock
1: Real time clock parameters controlled by user
2: Real time clock reads real time clock parameters and sets Pr x.30 to 0
NOTE This parameter is not available on the SM-I/O Lite.

x.34 Real time clock minutes/seconds

RW Uni PT
Ú 00.00 to 59.59 Ö 00.00
Update rate: Background read/write

x.35 Real time clock days/hours

RW Uni PT
Ú 1.00 to 7.23 Ö 0.00
Update rate: Background read/write

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x.36 Real time clock month/ date
RW Uni PT
Ú 00.00 to 12.31 Ö 00.00
Update rate: Background read/write

x.37 Real time clock years

Safety Information
RW Uni PT
Ú 2000 to 2099 Ö 2000
Update rate: Background read/write

NOTE Pr x.34 to Pr x.37 are not available on the SM-I/O Lite.

Introduction
x.38 Analogue input 1 mode (Terminal T2)
RW Txt US
0-20(0), 20-0(1), 4-20(2),
Ú 20-4(3), 4-.20(4), 20-.4(5), Ö 0-20(0)

Installing the Solutions

VoLt(6)
Update rate: Background read

Module
Terminal T2 is a voltage/current reference input. The setting of this parameter
configures the terminal to the required mode.

Value SK Display SP Display Function

0 0-20 0-20 0 to 20mA

Getting Started
1 20-0 20-0 20 to 0mA
2 4-20 4-20.tr 4 to 20mA with trip on loss
3 20-4 20-4.tr 20 to 4mA with trip on loss
4 4-.20 4-20 4 to 20mA with no trip on loss
5 20-.4 20-4 20 to 4mA with no trip on loss
6 VoLt VOLt ±10V

Parameters
In modes 2 and 3, a current loop loss trip (SLX.Er on Unidrive SP and SL.Er on
Commander SK) will be generated if the current input falls below 3mA, and Pr x.50 will
be set to a 2.

NOTE If 4-20 or 20-4 modes are selected and the drive trips on current loop loss (cL),
analogue reference 2 cannot be selected if the current reference is <3mA.
If 4-.20 or 20-.4 modes are selected, Pr x.03 will switch from a OFF to On to indicate that
Diagnostics

the current reference is <3mA.

NOTE If bi-polar operation is required, the -10V reference must be generated and supplied by
an external power supply.
Terminal data

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 x.39 Analogue output 1 mode (Terminal T3)
RW Txt US
0-20(0), 20-0(1), 4-20(2),
Ú 20-4(3), VoLt(4)
Ö 0-20(0)

Update rate: Background read

Terminal T3 is a voltage/current output. The setting of this parameter configures the

terminal for the required mode.
Value Display Function
0 0-20 0 to 20mA
1 20-0 20 to 0mA
2 4-20 4 to 20mA
3 20-4 20 to 4mA
4 VoLt 0 to +10V

x.40 Analogue input 1 level (Terminal T2)

RO Bi NC PT
Ú ±100 % Ö
Update rate: Background write

This parameter displays the level of the analogue signal present at analogue input 1.
In voltage mode, this is a bipolar voltage input where the input range is ±10V.
In current mode, this is a unipolar current input having a maximum measurable input of
20mA. The drive can be programmed to convert the measured current to any one of the
defined ranges in Pr x.38. The selected range is converted to 0.0 - 100.0%.

x.41 Analogue input 1 scaling (Terminal T2)

RW Uni US
Ú 0.000 to 0.400 Ö 1.000
Update rate: Background read

This parameter is used to scale the analogue input if so desired. However in most cases
it is not necessary as each input is automatically scaled such that for 100.0%, the
destination parameters (defined by the settings of Pr x.43) will be at maximum.

x.42 Analogue input 1 invert (Terminal T2)

RW Bit PT US
Ú OFF(0) or On(1) Ö OFF(0)
Update rate: Background read

This parameter can be used to invert the analogue input reference (i.e. multiply the input
scaling result by -1).

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x.43 Analogue input 1 destination (Terminal T2)
RW Uni PT US
Ú Pr 0.00 to Pr 21.51 Ö Pr 0.00
Update rate: Read on drive reset

Only parameters that are not protected can be controlled by analogue inputs. If a non-
valid parameter is programmed to the destination of an analogue input, the input is not

Safety Information
routed anywhere. After a modification to this parameter, the destination is only changed
when a reset is performed.

x.48 Analogue output 1 source (Terminal T3)

RW Uni PT US
Ú Pr 0.00 to Pr 21.51 Ö Pr 0.00

Introduction
Update rate: Read on drive reset

The parameter required to be represented as an analogue signal by the analogue

output on Terminal T3 should be programmed in this parameter. Only parameters that
are not protected can be programmed as a source. If a non-valid parameter is
programmed as a source, the output will remain at zero. After a modification to this

Installing the Solutions

parameter, the source is only changed when a reset is performed.

Module
x.49 Analogue output 1 scaling (Terminal T3)
RW Uni US
Ú 0.000 to 4.000 Ö 1.000
Update rate: Background read

Getting Started
This parameter can be used to scale the analogue output if so desired. However in most
cases it is not necessary as the output is automatically scaled such that when the
source parameter is at its maximum, the analogue output will be at its maximum.

x.50 Solutions Module error status

RO Uni NC PT

Parameters
Ú 0 to 255 Ö
Update rate: Background write
The error status is provided so that only one option error trip is required for each
Solutions Module slot. If an error occurs, the reason for the error is written to this
parameter and the drive may produce an ‘SLX.Er’ trip on Unidrive SP (where X is the
slot number), or ‘SL.Er’ trip on Commander SK. A value of zero indicates that the
Diagnostics

Solutions Module has not detected an error, a non-zero value indicates that an error has
been detected. (See Chapter 7 Diagnostics for the meaning of the values in this
parameter.) When the drive is reset, this parameter is cleared for the relevant Solutions
Module.
This Solutions Module includes a temperature monitoring circuit. If the PCB temperature
exceeds 65°C, the drive fan is forced to operate at full speed (for a minimum of 20s). If
Terminal data

the temperature falls below 65°C, the fan can operate normally again. If the PCB
temperature exceeds 70°C, the drive will trip on SLX.Er on Unidrive SP or SL.Er on
Commander SK, and the error status is set to 74.

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 x.51 Solutions Module software sub-version
RO Uni NC PT
Ú 0 to 99 Ö
Update rate: Write on power-up
The Solutions Module includes a processor with software. The software version is
displayed in Pr x.02 and Pr x.51 in the form Pr x.02 = xx.yy and Pr x.51 = zz.
Where:
xx specifies a change that affects hardware compatibility
yy specifies a change that affects product documentation
zz specifies a change that does not affect the product documentation
When a Solutions Module is fitted that does not contain software, both Pr x.02 and
Pr x.51 appear as zero.

x.52 Drive encoder lines per revolution

RW Txt US
512(0), 1024(1), 2048(2),
Ú 4096(3)
Ö 1024(1)

Update rate: Background read/write

0: 512 lines per revolution encoder

1: 1024 lines per revolution encoder
2: 2048 lines per revolution encoder
3: 4096 lines per revolution encoder

NOTE A change to this parameter only takes effect when the drive is disabled, stopped or tripped.

x.53 Drive encoder revolution counter

RO Uni FI NC PT
Ú 0 to 65535 revolutions Ö
Update rate: Background write

This parameter shows the revolutions count of the encoder reference.

NOTE With a reset command, the revolution counter is reset to zero.

x.54 Drive encoder position

RO Uni FI NC PT
0 to 65535 revolutions
Ú Ö
(1/216ths of a revolution)
Update rate: Background write

This parameter shows the position of the encoder reference.

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x.55 Drive encoder speed feedback
RO Bi FI NC PT
Ú ±32000 rpm Ö
Update rate: Background write

This parameter shows the reference encoder speed in rpm provided that the set-up
parameters for the drives reference encoder are correct.

Safety Information
x.56 Maximum drive encoder reference
RW Uni US
Ú 0 to 32000 rpm Ö 1500
Update rate: Background read
This parameter limits the range of the encoder speed reference being used.

Introduction
x.57 Drive encoder reference level
RO Bi PT
Ú ±100 % Ö

Installing the Solutions

Update rate: Background write

Module
This parameter shows the percentage of the encoder reference level being used.

x.58 Drive encoder reference scaling

RO Uni US
Ú 0.000 to 4.000 Ö 1.000

Getting Started
Update rate: Background read

The encoder reference is scaled by the parameter before being sent to the encoder
reference destination.

x.59 Drive encoder reference destination

Parameters
RW Uni DE PT US
Ú Pr 1.01 to Pr 21.51 Ö Pr 0.00
Update rate: Read on drive reset
This parameter may be routed to any non-protected drive parameter.
After a modification to this parameter, the destination is only changed when a reset is
Diagnostics

performed

NOTE The reference encoder input will not function with Unidrive SP.

The reference encoder is only active with Commander SK if the output destination is
NOTE routed to a valid unprotected parameter. If only the indicator parameters are required,
the destination parameter should be routed to an unused valid parameter.
Terminal data

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 x.60 Encoder reset
RW Bit
Ú OFF(0) or On(1) Ö OFF(0)
Update rate: Encoder only: 13ms
All I/So routed: 30ms

Setting this bit parameter will reset the drive encoder revolution counter (Pr x.53) and
drive encoder position (Pr x.54) to zero.

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7 Diagnostics

7.1 Unidrive SP
Trip no. String Diagnosis
200, 205, SLX.HF Solutions Module hardware fault

Safety Information
210 Ensure Solutions Module is fitted correctly
Return Solutions Module to supplier
201, 206, SLX.tO Solutions Module watchdog time-out
211 Press reset
If the trip persists, contact the supplier of the drive
202, 207, SLX.Er Error detected with Solutions Module where X is the slot number
212 Pr x.50 Fault description

Introduction
0 No errors
1 Digital output short circuit
2 Current input too high or too low
3 Reference encoder supply over current
4 Solutions Module serial communications error

Installing the Solutions

5 Real time clock error (SM-I/O Timer only)

Module
74 Solutions Module over temperature (>70°C)

203, 208, SLX.nF Solutions Module has been removed

213 Ensure Solutions Module is fitted correctly
Save parameters and reset drive
Replace Solutions Module

Getting Started
204, 209, SLX.dF Solutions Module fitted in slot X has changed
214 Save parameters and reset
215 SL.rtd Drive mode has changed and Solutions Module parameter
routing is now incorrect
Press reset
If the trip persists, contact the supplier of the drive
For further information on the above trips, see Menu 10 in the Unidrive SP Advanced

Parameters
User Guide.
Diagnostics
Terminal data

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7.2 Commander SK
Trip no. String Diagnosis
200 SL.HF Solutions Module hardware fault
Ensure Solutions Module is fitted correctly
Return Solutions Module to supplier
201 SL.tO Solutions Module watchdog time-out
Press reset
If the trip persists, contact the supplier of the drive
202 SL.Er Error detected with Solutions Module
Pr 15.50 Fault description
0 No errors
1 Digital output short circuit
2 Current input too high or too low
3 Reference encoder supply over current
4 Solutions Module serial communications error
5 Real time clock error (SM-I/O Timer only)
74 Solutions Module over temperature (>70°C)

203 SL.nF Solutions Module has been removed

Ensure Solutions Module is fitted correctly
Replace Solutions Module
204 SL.dF Solutions Module fitted has changed
Power down and back up
For further information on the above trips, see Menu 10 in the Commander SK
Advanced User Guide.

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8 Terminal data

1 0V

2 Analogue input, either voltage or current

Safety Information
Default setting ±10V bi-polar input
±10V bi-polar input: mA as parameter range (see
Voltage: Current
Pr x.38 on page 29)
Parameter range 0-20, 20-0, 4-20, 20-4, 4-.20, 20-.4, VoLt
Input range automatically scaled to parameter
Scaling
minimum and maximum
200Ω (current): 100kΩ (positive input voltage)
Input impedance
: 18kΩ (negative input voltage)

Introduction
Resolution 11 bit plus sign
2% for positive input voltage or current
Accuracy
4% for negative input voltage
Absolute maximum voltage range +35V to -18V with respect to 0V common

Installing the Solutions

3 Analogue output, either voltage or current

Module
Default setting 0 to +10V
0 to +10V: mA as parameter range (see Pr x.39 on
Voltage: Current
page 30)
Parameter range 0-20, 20-0, 4-20, 20-4, 4-.20, 20-.4, VoLt
0V represents zero value of parameter
Scaling
+10V represents the parameter maximum

Getting Started
Maximum output current 5mA
Resolution 13 bit
Accuracy ±2%
Protection Tolerates continuous short circuit to 0V

4 +24V output

Parameters
Maximum output current 100mA
Protection Tolerates continuous short circuit to 0V
Accuracy ±15%

5 Digital input 1
Diagnostics

6 Digital input 2
7 Digital input 3 / Encoder B*
Logic Positive logic only
Voltage range 0 to +24V
Input impedance 6k8
Nominal threshold voltage +10V
Terminal data

Absolute maximum voltage range +35V to -18V with respect to 0V common

NOTE Digital inputs are positive logic only.

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9 Encoder A
10 Encoder A\
55kHz quadrature
Maximum input frequency
110kHz Frequency and direction
Maximum input voltage Differential inputs up to 12V

NOTE The reference encoder input on the SM-I/O Lite and SM-I/O Timer will not function when
used on Unidrive SP.
For further details, see section 4.4.5 Reference encoder input specification (Commander
SK) on page 15 and section 4.4.6 Reference encoder limitations of use on page 16.

11 0V

12 +5V encoder output

Maximum output current 250mA
Protection Tolerates continuous short circuit to 0V
Accuracy ±2%

21 Relay contact 1
22 Not connected
23 Relay contact 2
240Vac
Contact voltage rating
30Vdc
2Aac 240V
Contact maximum current rating 4Adc 30V resistive load
0.3Adc 30V inductive load (L/R = 40ms)
Contact minimum recommended rating 12V 100mA
Default contact condition Open when power applied
Contact isolation 240Vac, over-voltage category II

Provide fuse or other over-current protection in relay circuit.

WARNING

When the SM-I/O Lite or SM-I/O Timer is used with Commander SK, the relay terminals
are exposed. To ensure protection to IP20 and prevent accidental contact with live
connections, the following precautions are required:
• All terminal screws on live circuits are to be tightened
WARNING • Wire size not to exceed 12AWG or 4mm2
• Wire insulation to be stripped by no more than 8mm, or use protective ferrule

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How to use this guide

Required update time (ms)
I/O description Unidrive SP Commander SK
Digital input Digital input Encoder input
Background (mandatory) 5 5 5
Digital input 1 0.5 2 2
Digital input 2 0.5 2 2

Safety Information
Digital input 3 / Encoder input* 0.5 2 8
Digital output 0.5 2 2
Analogue input** 0.5 (2**) 2 (8**) 2 (8**)
Analogue output 0.5 3 3
Total update time for all 4 (5.5**) 18 (24**) 24 (30**)
Encoder update rate N/A 13 to 30

Introduction
NOTE * When the reference encoder input is used, digital input 3 is not available.
* The reference encoder input is not available on Unidrive SP.

The total update time is the total update time for the option to drive and also the update
rate for the destination parameter (see the Commander SK Advanced User Guide).

Installing the Solutions

Examples:
Digital input 1 (2ms) + mandatory (5ms) = 7ms

Module
Destination parameter is Pr 6.30 (run forward) = 2ms
Total update time = 9ms maximum

Digital inputs 1, 2 & 3 (6ms) + analogue input (2ms) + mandatory (5ms) = 13ms
If the update time for the digital input destination parameters is 2ms, then the total

Getting Started
update time for the digital inputs is 15ms maximum.
If the update time for the analogue input destination parameter is 5ms, then the total
update time for the analogue input is 18ms maximum.

** When the analogue input is routed to the precision reference parameters, Pr 1.18 and
Pr 1.19, the worst-case option to drive update time is 4 x 0.5 = 2ms for Unidrive SP and
4 x 2 = 8ms for Commander SK. The update time of the precision reference parameters

Parameters
is 5ms, therefore the total update time is 18ms maximum.
Diagnostics
Terminal data

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