USB Connection
Description
From a PC running EcoStruxure Power Commission software, you can access all of the monitoring and control functions of the MicroLogic Active control unit by connecting a PC directly to the USB-C port of the control unit.
Prerequisites for Using a USB Connection
The prerequisites for establishing a USB connection are:
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You must have the USB driver installed on the PC.
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You must have physical access to the MicroLogic Active control unit to connect the cable directly to the USB-C port of the control unit.
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You must have a USB-A to USB-C cable (RS PRO, reference 251-3298) to connect the USB port of the PC to the USB-C port of the MicroLogic Active control unit.
Connecting a PC Running EcoStruxure Power Commission Software to USB-C Port
Follow the steps below to connect to the MicroLogic Active control unit using the mini USB port.
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Step |
Action |
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1 |
Connect your PC to the USB-C port of the MicroLogic Active control unit using a USB-A to USB-C cable. The PC provides power to the MicroLogic Active control unit if necessary. |
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2 |
Start EcoStruxure Power Commission software on the PC and log in. |
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3 |
On the EcoStruxure Power Commission home page, connect to the MicroLogic Active control unit. There are different ways to connect EcoStruxure Power Commission software to the MicroLogic Active control unit, depending on whether it is the first connection and how the device was discovered. For more information, refer to EcoStruxure Power Commission Online Help. |
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4 |
With EcoStruxure Power Commission software connected to the MicroLogic Active control unit you have access to all functions of the software. |
Control Unit Test Mode
The test mode is activated when EcoStruxure Power Commission software is connected to the device through a PC connected to the USB-C port on the MicroLogic Active control unit and the button is clicked. For more information, refer to EcoStruxure Power Commission Online Help.
Predefined Events
The function generates the following events:
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Code |
Event |
History |
Severity |
|---|---|---|---|
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0x1301 (4865) |
Connection on USB port |
Operation |
Low |
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0x1302 (4866) |
Control Unit in test mode |
Diagnostic |
Low |
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0x1303 (4867) |
Injection test in progress |
Diagnostic |
Low |
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0x1304 (4868) |
Test aborted by user |
Diagnostic |
Low |
Recommended Actions
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Code |
Event |
Recommended actions |
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0x1301 (4865) |
Connection on USB port |
Do not unplug USB port before closing EcoStruxure Power Commission software. |
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0x1302 (4866) |
Control Unit in test mode |
Exit the test mode after test. |
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0x1303 (4867) |
Injection test in progress |
Wait until the test is completed. |