Preface, Introduction, Basic configurations – Rockwell Automation 7000 PowerFlex HMI Offering with Enhanced Functionality User Manual
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Rockwell Automation Publication 7000-UM201B-EN-P - June 2013
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Preface
Introduction
The HMI Interface Board is an HMI-enabling device for the PowerFlex 7000
drive. It allows the user to acquire all the necessary executable tools,
documentation and reports required to commission, troubleshoot and maintain
the drive.
Via the HMI Interface Board, the user can choose the style and size of the desired
Windows-based operator terminal to interact with the drive (e.g. PanelView CE
terminal, laptop, or desktop computer). The HMI Interface Board removes past
issues with compatibility between the drive and configuration tools, as all the
necessary tools are acquired from the drive.
The HMI Interface Board is well suited for applications that require remote
placement of the operator terminal and remote maintenance.
Basic Configurations
There are three basic configurations for the HMI Interface Board.
Remote-mounted HMI
The HMI is not mounted in the traditional location on the low voltage door of
the Variable Frequency Drive (VFD). A remote mounting plate, complete with
E-Stop push button, and HMI is supplied loose for the customer to mount
wherever desired. The HMI connects to the VFD via a hardwired Ethernet cable.
Distance limitation is defined by network hardware.
This is ideal for non-PLC users wanting to control and monitor remotely (e.g. at
the driven machine, control room, etc.). Also ideal for customers having policies
in place to control access to medium voltage equipment and the associated
requirements of PPE when using the operator interface at the VFD, etc.
Locally-mounted HMI
Similar to the existing PanelView 550, the HMI is mounted on the LV door of
the VFD.
No HMI supplied
A service access port (RJ-45 connector) is located on the LV door of the VFD.
Customers use their own laptop as the HMI. All programs required to use the
laptop as the HMI are stored in the VFD. Their laptop is connected to the VFD
via a hardwired Ethernet cable, when required. This is ideal for unmanned sites,
where a dedicated HMI is not required.