Rockwell Automation 9303 DRIVE TOOLS 32 VER 2.50 GETTING STARTED - Manual (Page 15)

Chapter
1
Overview
Chapter Objectives Chapter 1 provides an overview of the DriveTools32 software package. In this
chapter, you will read about the following:
• DriveTools32 software suite.
• RSLinx software.
• Types of communications with which DriveTools32 is used.
• Hardware required for each type of communications system.
What Is
DriveTools32? The DriveTools32 software suite is a family of tools designed for Microsoft
Windows 95, Windows 98, and Windows NT 4.0 (and greater) operating
systems. With the DriveTools32 applications, you can program, troubleshoot,
and maintain many Allen-Bradley AC and DC drives and products (refer to
Appendix A for a list). You initiate all changes to a drive.
The full DriveTools32 suite comprises the following software products:
Product: Lets you:
DriveManager32

Create and edit the data tables that are used to configure the drive for your
application. DriveManager32 also provides several methods of displaying drive
diagnostic information.
DriveMonitor32

Graphically monitor drive and/or PLC controller data points. You can display
live data values in a graphic format.
Important: You cannot access a drive via RIO Block Transfer Pass Thru or
1395 serial communications when using DriveMonitor32.
DrivePanel32

Use the programming and control functions available with a Human Interface
Module (HIM) from your computer.
!
ATTENTION: Hazard of injury or death exists. The Start/
Stop/Jog functions of DrivePanel32 software rely on the
integrity of software and communications between the drive
and computer. A software malfunction or loss of
communications may result in the inability to stop the drive
using DrivePanel32. You must configure an adapter time-out
(when prompted) and have an independent hardwired stop
device within reach when using DrivePanel32 to control a drive.
DrivePanel32 is not a substitute for primary operator controls
that meet industry standards and local codes.