Danfoss VLT MCD 200 User manual

MCD USB Module Instructions Introduction
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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS: MCD USB MODULE
1. Introduction
The USB Module can be used in conjunction with WinMaster to manage Danfoss soft starters.
These instructions detail the installation, set-up and configuration of the USB Module. For details on
using WinMaster, refer to the WinMaster help file.
2. Installation
CAUTION
Remove mains and control voltage from the soft starter before attaching or removing accessories.
Failure to do so may damage the equipment.
MCD 200
Plug the module onto the side of the soft starter.
MCD 500:
To plug the module onto the side of the soft starter, line
the interface up with the comms port slot.
Press the top retaining clip of the module into the soft
starter chassis first, then press in the bottom retaining
clip.
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Remove the module using the following procedure:
1. Remove control power and mains supply from the soft
starter.
2. Take the module off-line.
3. Disconnect the USB cable from the module.
4. Push a small flat-bladed screwdriver into the slots at the top
and bottom of the module and depress the retaining clips.
5. Pull the module away from the soft starter.
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Connection MCD USB Module Instructions
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3. Connection MCD 200 MCD 500
MCD 200 MCD 500 (Remote mode)
USB Module 17, 18: Stop input
USB port 25, 18: Reset input
USB Module
USB port
For the USB Module to accept serial commands, a link must be fitted across terminals A1-N2 on MCD
200 starters.
Input links are required across terminals 17 and 25 to18 if the MCD 500 soft starter is being operated
in Remote mode. In Local mode, links are not required.
N.B.!:
MCD 500 parameter 3-2 selects whether the soft starter will accept Start and Stop
commands from the Serial Network Master while in Remote Mode. See the soft starter
user manual for parameter details.

MCD USB Module Instructions Configuration
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4. Configuration
To bring the USB Module on-line:
1. Remove control power and mains supply from the soft starter.
2. Attach the module to the soft starter as illustrated.
3. Connect the module to the PC via a USB cable. The PC should detect the module and the
Hardware Update Wizard will open.
4. Install the supplied USB UART driver to operate the module as follows.
The driver can be found in the USB Comms Drivers folder on the supplied CD. Click on the Browse
button then navigate to the drivers folder and select the appropriate folder for your operating
system.
Click on Ok, then Next. The software will install. If you see a prompt, click Continue Anyway. Once
installation is complete, click Finish.
5. The PC will prompt you to install serial port driver software. Repeat the procedure in
Step 4. You may need to restart your PC once the driver software is installed.

Configuration MCD USB Module Instructions
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6. Identify the USB Serial Port assignment by checking Control panel > System > Hardware >
Device Manager> Ports (COM & LPT).
N.B.!:
If the USB port is not shown, disconnect then reconnect the cable. If the problem
persists, restart your PC.
7. Open WinMaster and change the Network Settings to:
Protocol: AP Binary or AP ASCII
Baud rate: 9600
Serial Port: Use the serial port number identified above
8. Apply control voltage to the soft starter. Bring WinMaster on-line, then Search for Network
Starters.
N.B.!:
The starter may trip on Starter Comms while the Master is off-line. Reset the soft starter
and place the Master on-line.
N.B.!:
The drivers will configure the USB port that the module is connected to. You must use
the same physical USB port every time you connect the module to the PC.

MCD USB Module Instructions Specifications
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5. Specifications
Order code
...................................................................................................................... 175G9009
Enclosure
Dimensions ............................................................. 35 mm (W) x 157 mm (H) x 90 mm (D)
Weight ...................................................................................................................... 250 g
Protection ................................................................................................................... IP20
Mounting
Spring-action plastic mounting clips (x 2)
Connections
Soft starter ........................................................................................... 6-way pin assembly
Network ................................................................................................................... USB-B
Maximum cable length ..................................................................... 3 metres (not supplied)
Settings
Protocol
MCD 200 ....................................................................................................... AP ASCII
MCD 500 ........................................................................................................... Binary
Address .......................................................................................................................... 20
Data rate (bps) ........................................................................................................... 9600
6. Troubleshooting
Symptom Cause and solution
“Unknown Device has been
detected” message when interface
is first plugged in
The USB cable may be too long.
Use a standard USB cable less than 3 metres long.
WinMaster goes offline and soft
starter trips on Starter Comms The USB cable has been unplugged.
Ensure the cable is plugged in at both ends, then bring
WinMaster back on-line.
WinMaster locks up when on-line.
Log view indicates comms failure
and a change to offline mode
Severe external electrical disturbance or equipment
failure.
Reconnect the USB cable, the close and restart
WinMaster. Bring WinMaster on-line.
If the problem persists, contact your local supplier.