SIEMENS
SINAMICS G180
Configuring instructions
IMS commissioning tool
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Siemens D 18.1 · 2014
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Overview
The Inverter Management Software (IMS) is the tool used to
commission all versions of SINAMICS G180 drives.
This user-friendly tool is used to
• commission
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optimize and
• diagnose.
The clearly structured PC operating program supports
PC-to-converter communication via USB, RS232, RS485,
PROFIBUS DP or modem. A device identification function
(IMS detects the firmware versions of connected drives)
supports auto-adaptation to later firmware releases.
In order to ensure optimum operation and parameterization
of the SINAMICS G180 converters, appropriate setting options
are assigned to individual activities.
As a result, parameters are much easier to locate and the
potential for making errors during commissioning, maintenance
or servicing of the SINAMICS G180 converter is significantly
reduced. The option of programming the unit in offline mode (no
connection to the drive) facilitates local operation and reduces
downtimes. The IMS also offers a comprehensive oscilloscope
function which can be used for online and offline system
diagnosis.
Functions
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Commissioning and operation with interactive menus
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Online/offline parameterization
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Terminal connection planning
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Convenient readout, storage and evaluation of internal status
variables using the oscilloscope function
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Possibility of switching between parameter view and terminal
strip view
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Function and message generators
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Extensive conversion and comparison functions
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Possibility of inserting comments for all function terminals and
signals
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Management of data sets (upread, download, compare, print)
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ASCII import of all parameters for automatic generation of
parameter sets
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Auto-adaptive software
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Plausibility check on parameter sets
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Detailed help texts for every parameter
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Import and export of parameter lists
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Online monitoring and condition control of converters
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Evaluation of fault messages and diagnostic information
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Available in 12 languages
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Simple firmware updates via RS232, RS485, USB,
Ethernet or modem
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Integration
SINAMICS G180 converters have a variety of different interfaces
via which they can communicate with the Inverter Management
Software or other peripheral partners (PCs, PLCs, various
communication/control devices, etc.)
Apart from the standard USB interface (connection with one
partner), an RS232/485 interface is also provided as standard,
which permits simultaneous communication and control with
several nodes. These interfaces can also be accessed by
means of a modem, USB converter or Ethernet converter and
therefore provide a basis for setting up a multi-Ethernet
connection, for example, between up to 10 converters.
The SINAMICS G180 has also been equipped with a USB
interface which can be connected directly to a PC or laptop.
As an option, the SINAMICS G180 can also be supplied with a
PROFIBUS interface. With this option installed, the IMS is
capable of implementing "master class 1" as well as "master
class 2" operation.
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