DAY 01

Softwell SINAMICS G120 — Handwritten M-Step Manual

Connection & First Commissioning

Practical Outcome: Connect SIMATIC STARTER V5.7 with SINAMICS G120 via USB/Ethernet, upload parameters, compare online/offline and complete quick commissioning.

STARTER V5.7USB PC AdapterEthernet / PN-IEUpload to PG/PCCompare OnlineMotor ID Run

Trainer Note: Complete every step in SIMATIC STARTER V5.7 with safe wiring, correct parameter backup, online monitoring and final commissioning checklist.

Step 1. Install / connect USB PC Adapter A2 or Ethernet cable to CU240E-2 / CU240E-2-PN.

Done

Step 2. Open STARTER V5.7 and set PG/PC Interface: PC Adapter USB A2 or PN/IE according to connection.

Done

Step 3. Create new project: SINAMICS G120, CU240E-2 / CU240E-2-PN, firmware V4.9 or available firmware.

Done

Step 4. Use Accessible Nodes / Connect to target system and confirm drive appears online.

Done

Step 5. Upload all parameters from drive to PC using Load to PG/PC and save project backup.

Done

Step 6. Compare online/offline parameters and note any differences before changing drive settings.

Done

Step 7. Run Quick Commissioning Wizard and enter motor nameplate data: voltage, current, kW, cos phi, Hz and RPM.

Done

Step 8. Select control mode, application class, command source and ramp-up/ramp-down time.

Done

Step 9. Perform Motor Data Identification Run after mechanical safety check.

Done

Step 10. Save parameters to EEPROM using p0971 = 1 and archive final commissioned project.

Done

Parameter / Wiring Reference

p0010 = 30  // Factory reset preparation
p0970 = 1   // Factory reset
p0304 = 400 // Rated motor voltage
p0305 = 2.05// Rated motor current
p0307 = 0.75// Rated motor power
p0310 = 50  // Rated frequency
p0311 = 1395// Rated speed
p0971 = 1   // Save RAM to EEPROM

Daily Practice / Viva

Prepare one screenshot or handwritten note for communication setting, parameter list, wiring check, troubleshooting point and final test result of Day 01.

Skills & Tools You Will Learn

Important automation skills are arranged for job-level, project-level and Industry 4.0 learning.

PLC ProgrammingLadder, SCL/ST, hardware, I/O mapping and troubleshooting.

SCADA / HMITags, screens, alarms, trends, scripts and reporting.

Industry 4.0 ToolsOPC UA, SQL Server, Python, dashboards and Excel/PDF reports.

DAY 02

Softwell SINAMICS G120 — Handwritten M-Step Manual

Drive Macros: Fixed Speed & Analog Reference

Practical Outcome: Commission SINAMICS G120 using macro-based control for terminal commands, fixed speeds and analog speed reference.

Macro 1Macro 3Macro 12DI/DO WiringAI 0–10VRamp Settings

Trainer Note: Complete every step in SIMATIC STARTER V5.7 with safe wiring, correct parameter backup, online monitoring and final commissioning checklist.

Step 1. Open Quick Commissioning and understand drive macros as ready-made command/reference templates.

Done

Step 2. Select Macro 1 for simple terminal start/stop with basic speed reference.

Done

Step 3. Wire digital input commands as per selected macro and verify DI status in STARTER diagnostics.

Done

Step 4. Set minimum and maximum frequency limits such as p1080 and p1082.

Done

Step 5. Configure ramp-up p1120 and ramp-down p1121 according to machine requirement.

Done

Step 6. Select Macro 3 / fixed speed configuration and assign DI inputs to fixed frequency selection.

Done

Step 7. Configure fixed speeds and test each DI combination safely.

Done

Step 8. Select Macro 12 for analog reference using AI input.

Done

Step 9. Scale 0–10V / 4–20mA analog input and verify r0755 / actual reference value.

Done

Step 10. Document macro number, terminal wiring, speed values and final running test result.

Done

Parameter / Wiring Reference

p0015 = 1    // Macro 1 example
p1080 = 0.00 // Minimum frequency
p1082 = 50.0 // Maximum frequency
p1120 = 5.0  // Ramp-up time
p1121 = 5.0  // Ramp-down time
p1001 = 10.0 // Fixed speed 1
p1002 = 25.0 // Fixed speed 2
p1003 = 40.0 // Fixed speed 3

Daily Practice / Viva

Prepare one screenshot or handwritten note for communication setting, parameter list, wiring check, troubleshooting point and final test result of Day 02.

DAY 03

Softwell SINAMICS G120 — Handwritten M-Step Manual

Macro 7 PROFINET PLC Communication

Practical Outcome: Configure G120 with Compact / Siemens PLC style fieldbus control using PROFINET, telegram, control word, status word and speed reference.

PROFINETTelegram 1Control WordStatus WordPLC CommandDiagnostics

Trainer Note: Complete every step in SIMATIC STARTER V5.7 with safe wiring, correct parameter backup, online monitoring and final commissioning checklist.

Step 1. Assign PROFINET device name to CU240E-2-PN and verify exact name in PLC hardware configuration.

Done

Step 2. Set IP address, subnet and network connection using Accessible Nodes or STARTER online settings.

Done

Step 3. Select Macro 7 / fieldbus control for PROFINET communication.

Done

Step 4. Configure telegram 1 or project-specified PROFIdrive telegram.

Done

Step 5. Map PLC output words to drive control word and speed setpoint.

Done

Step 6. Map drive input words to PLC status word and actual speed feedback.

Done

Step 7. Test STW1 bits: ON/OFF1, enable operation, fault acknowledge and direction as per PLC logic.

Done

Step 8. Monitor ZSW1 status word to confirm ready, operation enabled, fault and warning status.

Done

Step 9. Scale PLC speed setpoint to drive reference and verify actual frequency feedback.

Done

Step 10. Save STARTER project and prepare PLC-drive commissioning checklist.

Done

Parameter / Wiring Reference

// Telegram 1 common word mapping
PLC -> Drive PZD1 = STW1 Control Word
PLC -> Drive PZD2 = Speed Setpoint
Drive -> PLC PZD1 = ZSW1 Status Word
Drive -> PLC PZD2 = Actual Speed

STW1 bit 0 = ON/OFF1
STW1 bit 1 = OFF2 enable
STW1 bit 2 = OFF3 enable
STW1 bit 7 = Fault acknowledge

Daily Practice / Viva

Prepare one screenshot or handwritten note for communication setting, parameter list, wiring check, troubleshooting point and final test result of Day 03.

Why Choose Softwell Automation

Learn automation with practical examples, industrial troubleshooting approach and complete IT/OT learning path.

Industry Experienced TrainerReal plant examples and project based training.

Hands-on LearningPLC logic, SCADA, VFD, communication and reporting practice.

Flexible ModesOnline, classroom, corporate and in-plant options.

DAY 04

Softwell SINAMICS G120 — Handwritten M-Step Manual

Macro 21 Modbus RTU / USS Communication

Practical Outcome: Configure RS485 communication for Modbus RTU or USS and test register-based control, status and speed reference.

Macro 21RS485Modbus RTUUSSRegistersBaud Rate

Trainer Note: Complete every step in SIMATIC STARTER V5.7 with safe wiring, correct parameter backup, online monitoring and final commissioning checklist.

Step 1. Identify CU240E-2 RS485 terminals and prepare shielded twisted pair communication wiring.

Done

Step 2. Set slave address, baud rate, parity, stop bits and protocol type according to master device.

Done

Step 3. Select Macro 21 for Modbus RTU / USS communication as per training setup.

Done

Step 4. Configure command source and speed reference from serial communication.

Done

Step 5. Understand Modbus holding registers used for command word, reference and status values.

Done

Step 6. Test communication using Modbus master software or PLC Modbus block.

Done

Step 7. Write ON command and speed setpoint from master and verify drive response.

Done

Step 8. Read actual frequency, current, status word and fault code from drive.

Done

Step 9. Troubleshoot no-response errors: A/B polarity, address mismatch, baud/parity mismatch and termination resistor.

Done

Step 10. Document final Modbus register map and verified test values.

Done

Parameter / Wiring Reference

// Typical serial settings for lab
Protocol      = Modbus RTU / USS
Slave address = 3
Baud rate     = 9600 or 19200
Parity        = Even
Stop bits     = 1
Cable         = Shielded twisted pair RS485
Termination   = ON at both ends only

Daily Practice / Viva

Prepare one screenshot or handwritten note for communication setting, parameter list, wiring check, troubleshooting point and final test result of Day 04.

Course Contents / Curriculum

The curriculum follows a practical sequence from fundamentals to project integration.

Level 01Basic PLC, wiring, addressing and ladder logic.

Level 02Advanced PLC, networking, SCADA and diagnostics.

Level 03OPC UA, SQL, Python, reports and IT/OT integration.

DAY 05

Softwell SINAMICS G120 — Handwritten M-Step Manual

Macro 17–20 Two-Wire / Three-Wire Control

Practical Outcome: Commission terminal-based two-wire and three-wire control circuits with safe start/stop, jog, direction, fault reset and final viva.

Macro 17Macro 18Macro 19Macro 202-Wire3-Wire

Trainer Note: Complete every step in SIMATIC STARTER V5.7 with safe wiring, correct parameter backup, online monitoring and final commissioning checklist.

Step 1. Explain difference between two-wire maintained command and three-wire momentary start/stop command.

Done

Step 2. Select Macro 17 / 18 / 19 / 20 according to required terminal control method.

Done

Step 3. Wire start, stop, forward, reverse, jog and fault reset inputs as per macro terminal diagram.

Done

Step 4. Check DI status online before enabling motor output.

Done

Step 5. Test two-wire command: maintained input ON runs drive, OFF stops drive.

Done

Step 6. Test three-wire command: momentary start latches internal run, stop input breaks run command.

Done

Step 7. Add direction command and verify reverse operation only if motor/mechanical system allows it.

Done

Step 8. Test fault acknowledge input and confirm drive resets only after fault source is clear.

Done

Step 9. Prepare final backup, parameter list, wiring checklist and safety checklist.

Done

Step 10. Final viva: connection methods, macro selection, motor ID, EEPROM save, control word/status word and troubleshooting.

Done

Parameter / Wiring Reference

// Final handover checklist
[ ] Correct macro selected
[ ] Motor nameplate data verified
[ ] Ramp-up / ramp-down tested
[ ] DI/AI wiring checked
[ ] PROFINET or Modbus tested if used
[ ] Fault reset verified
[ ] p0971 = 1 EEPROM save done
[ ] STARTER backup archived

Daily Practice / Viva

Prepare one screenshot or handwritten note for communication setting, parameter list, wiring check, troubleshooting point and final test result of Day 05.

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Students, freshers, working engineers, maintenance teams and corporate plant engineers can join based on their requirement.

Is practical training included?

Yes. The training is focused on PLC, SCADA, HMI, VFD, communication, troubleshooting and project based practice.

Can I request online or corporate training?

Yes. Softwell Automation provides classroom, online, corporate and in-plant training options.

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