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3-2 Getting Started MN792
Local and Remote Modes
Determine what operating mode is best for your application. Four modes are possible, see Figure 3-2.
Figure 3-2 Local and Remote Modes
Analog & Digital
Inputs and Outputs
Remote:
Terminal Strip Setting
Remote:
Serial Setting
Remote:
COMMS Setting
Local:
Keypad Setting
(Factory Setting)
Process control and other applications may require the control to be used in remote mode with
analog and digital input/output signals performing all control operations. The control is
configured in this mode from the factory.
Remote Serial mode is used to initially setup and configure the parameters of the control.
For applications that are controlled by a PC that is running suitable software. Workbench D is
recommended.
For Baldor RS485/Modbus, Profibus DP and DeviceNet.
For local operation, use the keypad to change parameters or control operation.
Preset
Two forms of control are in operation at all times: Start/Stop Control and Speed Control. These are operate by
local or remote control.
Local
The keypad is used to set motor speed and other parameters. The Start, Stop and Jog keys then control motor
rotation.
Remote
A speed reference signal (pot) and the various analog and digital inputs and outputs are used for speed control
and rotation of the motor shaft.