The user-friendly STARTER commissioning tool can be used for:
This software can be operated as a standalone PC application, or integrated as a TIA-compatible program in SIMATIC STEP 7, or highly integrated into the SCOUT Engineering System (for SIMOTION). The basic functions and handling are the same in both cases.
In addition to the SINAMICS drives, STARTER also supports MICROMASTER 4 devices.
The project wizards can be used to create the drives within the structure of the project tree.
Beginners are supported by solution-based dialog guidance, whereby a standard graphics-based display maximizes clarity when setting the drive parameters.
First commissioning is guided by a wizard which makes all the basic settings in the drive. Therefore, getting a motor up and running is merely a question of setting a few of the drive parameters as part of the drive configuration process.
The individual settings required are made using graphics-based parameterization screens, which also precisely visualize the principle of operation of the drive.
Examples of individual settings that can be made include:
For experts, the expert list can be used to specifically and quickly access individual parameters at any time. An individual compilation of frequently used parameters can be saved in dedicated user lists and watch tables.
In addition, the following functions are available for optimization purposes:
Diagnostics functions provide information about:
Minimum system requirements
The following minimum requirements must be complied with:
1) Depending on drive unit. Not supported for MICROMASTER 4, SINAMICS G110, SINAMICS G120 <firmware V4.4, SINAMICS G110D and SINAMICS G120D <firmware V4.5.
Data can be exchanged (depending on the version) via PROFIBUS or PROFINET/Ethernet or via a serial interface.
For commissioning and service, a PG/PC can be connected to the CU320‑2 Control Unit via PROFIBUS. A PROFIBUS connection must be available with a connecting cable at the PG/PC.
Further, communication between a CU320‑2 Control Unit and PG/PC can also be established via Ethernet, either via an (optional) CBE20 Communication Board or the Ethernet interface -X127 on the CU320‑2 Control Unit.
Note:
The terminal strip -X127 is suitable as a communication link to the PG/PC only for the purposes of servicing and commissioning.
The STARTER commissioning tool is also available on the Internet at
http://www.siemens.com/starter