Multi-Loader

User manual
VW3A8121
11/2016
BBV48778

www.schneider-electric.com
Contents

Contents ____________________________________________________________________________________________________ 3
Important information __________________________________________________________________________________________ 4
Before you begin______________________________________________________________________________________________ 5
Documentation structure________________________________________________________________________________________ 6
Setup procedure ______________________________________________________________________________________________ 7
Introduction __________________________________________________________________________________________________ 8
Receipt of the Multi-Loader______________________________________________________________________________________ 9
Presentation _____________________________________________________________________________________________ 10
Description of the HMI _____________________________________________________________________________________ 11
Description of the status Bar. ________________________________________________________________________________ 12
Connecting the Multi-Loader____________________________________________________________________________________ 13
Connection to a PC________________________________________________________________________________________ 13
Connection to a drive ______________________________________________________________________________________ 14
Connection to the graphic terminal (VW3A1101) _________________________________________________________________ 15
Compatibility _____________________________________________________________________________________________ 15
Configuration transfers ________________________________________________________________________________________ 16
Loading a configuration from a device and more._________________________________________________________________ 16
Transferring the configuration to a device and more. (use Quick Store) _______________________________________________ 17
Multi-Loader menus __________________________________________________________________________________________ 18
Multi-Loader main menu ____________________________________________________________________________________ 18
Action: Store configuration from Multi-Loader to device ____________________________________________________________ 19
Action: Load configuration from device to Multi-Loader ____________________________________________________________ 20
Action: Update device using Multi-Loader ______________________________________________________________________ 21
Quick Store mode _________________________________________________________________________________________ 22
Supervision ______________________________________________________________________________________________ 23
Parameter settings: Batteries ________________________________________________________________________________ 24
Parameter settings: Diagnostics ______________________________________________________________________________ 25
Parameter settings: Diagnostics ______________________________________________________________________________ 26
Parameter settings: Password _______________________________________________________________________________ 27
Parameter settings: Display _________________________________________________________________________________ 28
Updating device application ____________________________________________________________________________________ 29
Compatibility _____________________________________________________________________________________________ 29
Transferring the device update file ____________________________________________________________________________ 30
Updating the Multi-Loader tool __________________________________________________________________________________ 31
Downloads _________________________________________________________________________________________________ 32
SoMove software _________________________________________________________________________________________ 32
Device update file _________________________________________________________________________________________ 32
Multi-Loader updated file ___________________________________________________________________________________ 32
Lists of faults codes __________________________________________________________________________________________ 33

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Important information

NOTICE

Read these instructions carefully, and look at the equipment to become familiar with the device before trying to install, operate, or maintain
it. The following special messages may appear throughout this documentation or on the equipment to warn of potential hazards or to call
attention to information that clarifies or simplifies a procedure

The addition of this symbol to a Danger or Warning safety label indicates that an electrical hazard exists, which will result in
personal injury if the instructions are not followed.

This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert you to potential personal injury hazards. Obey all safety messages that follow
this symbol to avoid possible injury or death.

DANGER
DANGER indicates an imminently hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.

WARNING
WARNING indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, can result in death, serious injury or
equipment damage.

CAUTION
CAUTION indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, can result in injury or equipment
damage.

NOTICE
NOTICE indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, can result in equipment damage.

PLEASE NOTE

The word "drive" as used in this manual refers to the controller portion of the adjustable speed drive as defined by NEC.

Electrical equipment should be installed, operated, serviced, and maintained only by qualified personnel. No respon-
sibility is assumed by Schneider Electric for any consequences arising out of the use of this product.

© 2013 Schneider Electric. All Rights Reserved.

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Before you begin

Read and understand these instructions before performing any procedure with this product.

DANGER
UNINTENDED EQUIPMENT OPERATION
• Read and understand this manual before installing or operating the Multi-loader.
• Any changes made to a device using the Multi-loader must be performed by qualified personnel.
• Read and understand the device manuals before you load or duplicate the Configuration from one device to another device.
• Ensure that you select the Configuration suitable for your application
• Before you load a new product firmware, read and understand the procedure "transferring the device update file" described on page 30.

Failure to follow these instructions will result in death or serious injury.

DANGER
HAZARD OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, EXPLOSION, OR ARC FLASH
• Only appropriately trained persons who are familiar with and understand the contents of this manual and all other pertinent
product documentation and who have received safety training to recognize and avoid hazards involved are authorized to work
on and with this product system. Installation, adjustment, repair and maintenance must be performed by qualified personnel.
• The system integrator is responsible for compliance with all local and national electrical code requirements as well as all other
applicable regulations with respect to grounding of all equipment.
• Many components of the product, including the printed circuit boards, operate with mains voltage. Do not touch. Use only
electrically insulated tools.
• Do not touch unshielded components or terminals with voltage present.
• Motors can generate voltage when the shaft is rotated. Prior to performing any type of work on the product system, block the
motor shaft to prevent rotation.
• AC voltage can couple voltage to unused conductors in the motor cable. Insulate both ends of unused conductors of the motor
cable.
• Do not short across the DC bus terminals or the DC bus capacitors or the braking resistor terminals.
• Before performing work on the product system:
- Disconnect all power, including external control power that may be present.
- Place a "Do Not Turn On" label on all power switches.
- Lock all power switches in the open position.
- Wait 15 minutes to allow the DC bus capacitors to discharge. The DC bus LED is not an indicator of the absence of DC bus
voltage that can exceed 800 Vdc.
Measure the voltage on the DC bus between the DC bus terminals using a properly rated voltmeter to verify that the voltage
is <42 Vdc.
- If the DC bus capacitors do not discharge properly, contact your local Schneider Electric representative.
• Install and close all covers before applying voltage.

Failure to follow these instructions will result in death or serious injury.

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Documentation structure

The following Multi-Loader documents are also available on www.schneider-electric.com.

Simplified manual
This manual is a simplified version of the user manual. It is delivered with the Multi-Loader.

User manual
This manual describes how to connect, configure and update the Multi-Loader.

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Setup procedure

1. Receive and inspect the Multi-Loader

Check that the reference printed on the label is the same as that on the
purchase order.
Remove the Multi-Loader from its packaging and check that it has not
been damaged in transit.

2. Connect the Multi-Loader (see page 13)

v To a PC
v To a device

3. Duplicate device configurations (see

page 16 and 17)
v Load a configuration onto the Multi-Loader
v Transfer a configuration to a device
v Transfer a configuration to several devices (Quick
Store)

4. Multi-Loader menus
(see page 18)

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Introduction

The Multi-Loader is a standalone tool for transferring configuration files to devices with their power on or off.

• The Multi-Loader is used to set device parameters by loading a configuration file onto the device(s). (Devices must have the same
reference. A consistency check is performed before the data transfer). On some devices the parameters can be set with them still in
their box or before they are powered up.
- This portable tool has been designed to load up to fifty devices a day and has a battery life of six days. However, this depends
on the transfer time, the size of the configuration files and other parameters associated with the settings for the Multi-Loader and
the connected devices.
- It can configure ten drives in less than five minutes.
- The Multi-Loader can provide the power supply for certain devices if they are turned off during the transfer.

• The Multi-Loader is also a firmware update tool.

- The "Password FW" mode can be used to help protect against incorrect operation by means of a password. See the "Password
FW" menu on page 27.

Duplicating or generating configuration files

A) Configuration duplicated

1) Transfer to one device

SoMove

2) Transfer to several
devices using Quick Store

B) Configuration generated

A) The device's configuration file is copied to the Multi-Loader's SD card. See the procedure on page 16.

B) The configuration file is generated by SoMove then transferred to the Multi-Loader's SD card. See the procedure on page 16.

1) The user selects and then transfers the configuration file from the Multi-Loader to the device. See the procedure on page 17.(Step
1 to 3)

2) Once the initial transfer is complete, the user can use Quick Store mode, which allows the Multi-Loader to load the same update file
on several devices in succession. (See page 17 Step 1 to 4)

Updating device firmware

1) Download the
device's firmware 3) Transfer
1) The user downloads the device's specific update file.
update file

2) The user transfers the device's firmware update file from the PC
to the Multi-Loader's SD card. See "Connection to a PC" on page 13.

3) The user selects and then transfers the product's firmware update
file from the Multi-Loader to the drive. See the procedure on page 30.
2) Transfer the update file 4) Transfer via Quick
Store 4) Once the initial transfer is completed, the user can use Quick
Store mode, which allows the Multi-Loader to load the same
updated file on several devices.

All representations of the ATV12 drive throughout this document are given by way of example only to symbolize a device. Please refer to
the device compatibility tables on pages 15 and 29.

All bold blue text in the manual (e.g. "Main menu / Action") corresponds to the messages displayed on the Multi-Loader screen.

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Receipt of the Multi-Loader

Product reference:

Check that the product reference printed on the label is the same as that on the delivery note. This should also correspond with the number
on the purchase order.

Contents of the Multi-Loader box (VW3A8121)

Check that the Multi-Loader box contains the following:

• 1 x Multi-Loader
• 4 x LR6 (AA) batteries
• 1 x SD card
• 1 x standard USB type A to Mini-B cable
• 1 x RJ45 (RJ45/RJ45) cable
• 1 x RJ45 female/female adapter (VW3A1105)
• 1 x carry case
• 1 x simplified manual (English and French)
• 1 x impact resistant cover

Available as an option
• Multi-Loader Cordset VW3A8126. (not compatible for ATV32 and LXM32)

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Presentation

27.4 mm / 1.09 In 65 mm / 2.6 In

181.51 mm / 7.26 In
Figure 1

Weight
250 grams (including batteries)

Data storage
One SD card is supplied with the Multi-Loader. Any standard SD card is compatible with the tool (not SDHC card except the model delivered
with the Multi-Loader).

Language
All menus are in English, French, German, Italian, Spanish, Chinese and Japanese.

Power supplies
Two options are available for powering the Multi-Loader:

1) With internal power supply:

• 4 x LR6 (AA) alkaline batteries (batteries included)
•
• NiMh rechargeable batteries (batteries and charger not included)

2) With external power supply :

• USB type A to Mini-B cable direct on the PC power supply

Battery life
Depending on the type of batteries used, the Multi-Loader can transfer up to 300 configuration files.

Power save feature

To prolong battery life, a standby function is activated within a programmable time delay; the Multi-Loader is reactivated by pressing the
ON/OFF button. (See the display parameters menu on page 28.)
Connection to a powered-up PC or device can also help conserve battery power, as the power supply from the connected device takes over
from the batteries.

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Description of the HMI

H F

A
J I
D
K L

G
E

B C

Figure 2

Letter Description Comments

Mini-B USB connector The connection between the Multi-Loader (USB Mini-B type) and the PC
A
(USB type A) is via a 1 m (3.28 feet) USB type A to Mini-B cable.
RJ 45 connector The connection between the Multi-Loader and the device is via a RJ45
B
cable to load and transfer configuration files or updated application
C RJ11 connector with label cover This connector is reserved for Schneider Electric product support.
SD card slot The SD card receives and stores the files. One SD card is supplied with
D
the Multi-Loader.
E Battery compartment The Multi-Loader can take normal batteries or rechargeable batteries.
F ON/OFF button Press for 2 seconds to turn the tool on or off.
Quick Store key Press this key to transfer data from the Multi-Loader to the device after
G
an initial transfer.
H Screen The screen comprises 2 lines of 16 characters. (see page 12)
I ESC key Returns to the previous screen.
J ENT key Confirms the parameter selection or cancels messages.
K Up arrow key For menu navigation.
L Down arrow key For menu navigation.

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Description of the status Bar.

The drawings below show names and functions of main parts display.

Status Status Status Status

Bar section 1 Bar section 2 Bar section 3 Bar section 4

Line 1

Line 2

Status Status Status Status

Bar section 1 Bar section 2 Bar section 3 Bar section 4

Multi-Loader is Multi-Loader is Multi-Loader is Battery full

connected to PC sending 5VDC to running on
device Battery power

Multi-Loader is Multi-Loader is Multi-Loader is Battery 75%

connected to sending 10VDC running on USB
USB Power to device power
supply
Multi-Loader is Multi-Loader is Battery 50%
getting 10V input running on RJ45
from device power

Battery 25%

Battery low (less

than 20%)

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Connecting the Multi-Loader

This section describes the various ways of connecting the Multi-Loader.

Connection to a PC

There are two ways of storing files on the SD card:

- Insert the SD card in the Multi-Loader and connect the Multi-Loader to the PC with the standard USB type A to Mini-B cable (see
Figure 3 below) . The Multi-Loader is power supply by the PC.
Or
- Insert the SD card in the SD card reader on the PC (see Figure 4 below)

A: USB type A connector B: USB Mini-B type connector

SD card reader

Figure 3 Figure 4

For both these methods, the SD card is recognized as an external storage device; no driver is required. The SD card operates in Windows
Explorer using the same copy/paste actions as any standard external storage medium.

Note:
• The PC must be on and operational before connecting the Multi-Loader to avoid an incorrect start up of the PC.

• The SD card must not be removed when the Multi-Loader is on and a transfer is in progress. Otherwise, data on the SD card may be
lost.

• The file name can have 32 characters and the special characters are forbidden.

• The following priority rules come into play when the Multi-Loader is connected to a PC:

- If no transfer is in progress between the Multi-Loader and the drive, the connection to the drive is ignored and the Multi-Loader is
detected by the PC.

- If a transfer is in progress between the Multi-Loader and the drive, the user has to wait until the transfer is complete. The Multi-
Loader should be reconnect to the pc for can be detected.

- If the Multi-Loader is connected to the PC without a SD card, it is necessary to disconnect the Multi-Loader before inserting SD
card to be recognized by the PC as an external storage device.

- If the Multi-Loader is connected to the PC without a SD card, it is power supply by the PC. Insert the SD card to be recognized
by the Multi-Loader, you can transfer configuration file.

Source of configuration files

There are two ways of managing configuration files:

- If a device's configuration is to be duplicated, it is copied to another device via the Multi-Loader. See "Loading a configuration
from device" on page 16 and "Configuration transfers" on page 17

- If the configuration file is generated by SoMove software, it must then be transferred to the Multi-Loader's SD card. See
"Downloads" on page 32 and "Connection to a PC" above.

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Connection to a drive
There are three ways of transferring configuration files.

The drive is in its packaging

When the drive is off, the Multi-Loader is powered

Note: When the drive is in its box, the Multi-Loader Cordset option can be used for quicker and easier in-box connection (no locking tab on
the connector), thus speeding up the transfer and keeping the packaging intact.

The drive is mounted, wired, and powered-up

or
the drive is power on

When the drive is on, the Multi-Loader is powered by the drive via the RJ45 cable.

DANGER
HAZARD OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, EXPLOSION, OR ARC FLASH - EXPOSURE TO ENERGIZED PARTS
• Adhere to NFPA 70E guidelines when using the Multi-Loader.
• The Multi-Loader is to be used only by qualified personnel as defined in NFPA 70E
• Read and understand the manuals for the applicative drive before accessing the communication port of the drive.
• Ensure that the RJ45 cable is not damaged

Failure to follow these instructions will result in death or serious injury.

Schneider Electric recommends that all power from the drive and enclosures housing the drive is disconnected before performing this
procedure. If you choose not to follow this recommendation, you must adhere to NFPA 70E guidelines.

1. Remove all power from the drive and all enclosures housing the drive and wait 15 minutes to allow the DC bus of the drive to
discharge.

2. Insert the Multi-Loader's communication cable into the drive's RJ45 communication port. Refer to the drive's installation manual for
more information about how to perform this task.

3. Install and close all covers and doors before applying power to the drive. The drive must be powered on before performing an upload or
download.

4. Perform the desired transfer.

5. Upon completing the transfer, remove all power from the drive and the enclosures housing the drive and wait for 15 minutes to allow the
DC bus of the drive to discharge.

6. Remove the Multi-Loader communication cable from the drive.

7. Install and close all covers and doors before reapplying power to the drive.

8. Confirm that the correct program is in the drive.

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Connection to the graphic terminal (VW3A1101)

The Multi-Loader can be connected to the graphic terminal via its RJ45 female/female adapter (VW3A1105). This adapter is needed for
updating the graphic terminal.

Configuration transfers

Compatibility

The table below shows the devices that are compatible with the Multi-Loader. It shows which type of file can be transferred depending on
the state of the device.

The Multi-Loader can be used to:

• Transfer configuration ("*.cfg") files via the RJ45 cable supplied with the Multi-Loader.

Device Power on Power off

ATV303
ATV310
ATV12
ATV212
ATV32
ATV320a
ATV312
LXM26
LXM28
LXM 32
LXM 32S
ATV31
ATV71
ATV61
a. ATV320 and ATV32 configuration files are named ATV32.
Configuration transfer is only possible from ATV32 to ATV320.

Device compatible with the Multi-Loader tool

Note: When transferring files, devices must have the same reference. Any incompatibility will prompt a message "Wrong reference
Fault" and the transfer operation will not be done. (See the table of detected faults on page 25.)

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Loading a configuration from a device and more.

This procedure allows the user to retrieve a configuration file ("file.cfg") from a device and load it onto the Multi-Loader's SD card.

Main menu
Action
1
ENT

Action Config
MLD -> Device

Action Config
Device -> MLD

ENT

Device -> MLD

LoadFrmDxx?

ENT

Are there
more
99 files on the
card ?

ENT
Yes No

Replace
LoadFrmDxx?

ENT

LoadFrmDxx?
<<<<

LoadFrmDxx?
<<<<<<<<

LoadFrmDxx?
<<<<<<<<<<<
<

Load config
Successful
2

STEP Actions

• Turn the Multi-Loader on using the ON/OFF button "F" (see page 11).
• Connect the Multi-Loader to the device using the RJ45 cable (see page 14).
1 • Press "ENT" when the screen displays Main menu / Action.
• Select the Action Config / Device -> MLD menu using the arrow keys and press "ENT".
• Device -> MLD / LoadFromDevice appears on the screen. Press ENT until the transfer starts.

• Load Config Successful: The configuration has been loaded successfully onto the Multi-Loader;
disconnect the RJ45 cable from the device. The device configuration file ("file.cfg") is now loaded onto the
2 Multi-Loader's SD card.
• Pressing "ENT" returns the user to the "Action Config" menu.
• For another loading configuration into the Multi-Loader, repeat the step 1 and step 2.

Note 1: The file will be stored in a folder (folder name is the first 5 letters of the device ID) kept in a directory called ‘LoadFrmDev’
located at root.

Note 2: Loading a configuration from an ATV61/71 device with option board could generate, a short time, the display of [Incorrect
config.] (CFF) fault on the device during the operation.

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Transferring the configuration to a device and more. (use Quick Store)

DANGER
UNINTENDED EQUIPMENT OPERATION
• Read and understand this manual before installing or operating the Multi-Loader.
• Any changes made to a device using the Multi-Loader must be performed by qualified personnel.
• Read and understand the device manuals before you load or duplicate the Configuration from one device to another device.
• Ensure that you select the Configuration suitable for your application

Failure to follow these instructions will result in death or serious injury.

This procedure allows the user to select the configuration file to be transferred to the device and use the Quick Store function (see page
22) to duplicate configurations.
The user must already have:
- Loaded the device configuration file (*.cfg) onto the Multi-Loader (see page 16)
Or
- Generated the configuration file using SoMove and loaded this file onto the Multi-Loader (filename1, filename 2, etc.)
Main menu
1 Action

ENT

Action Config
Store config
MLD -> Device
Successful

ENT
2
MLD -> Device MLD -> Device MLD -> Device Store config
Filename1 Filename2 Filename N Successful Device 3
ENT ENT ENT

Store config
Successful Device 4
FilenameX
>>>>
Store config
Successful Device n
FilenameX
>>>>>>>>

3 4
FilenameX
ENT >>>>>>>>>>>
>

Store config
Successful

STEP Transfer

• Turn the Multi-Loader on using the ON/OFF button "F" (see page 11).
• Connect the Multi-Loader to the device using the RJ45 cable (see page 14).
1
• Press "ENT" when the screen displays Main menu / Action.
• Press "ENT" when the screen displays Action Config / MLD -> Device.

• Select the file to be transferred using the arrow keys and press "ENT" to start the transfer. If no device is connected,
2 a message (No device connected) appears on the screen (see page 25).

• The configuration has been transferred successfully from the Multi-Loader; disconnect the RJ45 cable from the device.
3
• Pressing "ENT" returns the user to the "Action Config / MLD -> Device" menu or see STEP 4 for the Quick store.

• Connect the Multi-Loader to the next device, then press the Quick Store key
4 • Store Config Successful: The configuration has been loaded successfully onto the second device; remove the RJ45
cable from the device. This action can be carried out as many times as necessary

Note : Storing a configuration to an ATV61/71 device with option board could generate, a short time, the display of [Incorrect config.]
(CFF) fault on the device during the operation.

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Multi-Loader main menu

On power-up, the Multi-Loader / Version "x.x" menu is displayed on the screen.

The diagram below shows the various menus that can be accessed from the Multi-Loader main menu.

Main menu / Action accesses the following functions:

- Load from Multi-Loader to device
- Load from device to Multi-Loader
- update software of device

Main menu / Device accesses the following information:

- Device type
- Device version

Main menu / Parameters accesses:

- Battery parameters
- Diagnostic parameters
- Password parameters
- Display parameters

Main menu / About MLD accesses:

- Multi-Loader version information

The Quick Store key "G" (see page 11) allows the user to transfer the most recent configuration file or update the device (see page 22).

ON

Page 22 OFF
Quick
Store
Multiloader
Version X.X

2s

Main menu Main menu Main menu Main menu

Actio n Device Parameters About MLD

ENT ENT ENT

ENT Esc
Esc Esc
Action Config Page 23 Parameters Build:AB,CD
MLD -> Devic e Page 19 Battery Page 24 dd-mm-yy,hh:mm
ENT
ENT

Esc Esc
Action Config Parameters
Device -> MLD Page 20 Diagnostic Page 25
ENT
ENT

Esc Esc
Action Flash
Parameters
Firmware
Page 21 Password FW Page 27
ENT
ENT

Parameters
Display Page 28
Esc
ENT

Note : Quick Store mode is disabled when the Multi-Loader is loading files.

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Action: Store configuration from Multi-Loader to device

The diagram below shows the Action Config / MLD -> Device menu accessible from Main menu / Action.
Action Config / MLD -> Device: This menu accesses the transfer function for loading configurations from the Multi-Loader to the device.

Main
menu
Action Config
MLD -> Device

ENT ENT

No
No device Device
connected connected?

Yes
ENT

SD card
No SD card
Fault readable?
Yes
Esc Esc Esc

MLD -> Device MLD -> Device MLD -> Device

Filename1 Filename2 FilenameN

ENT ENT ENT

The file is saved

for Quick Store FilenameX Quick
mode >>>> Store

FilenameX
>>>>>>>>
Transfer in
progress
FilenameX
>>>>>>>>>>>
>

Yes Transfer No Two types

complete of error message
Incomplete or Incorrect configuration
incorrect transfer file for this device

Store config Store Wrong reference

Successful config fault fault

Page 22 Yes Quick Store No

mode?

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Action: Load configuration from device to Multi-Loader

The diagram below shows the Action Config / Device -> MLD menu accessible from Main menu / Action.
Action Config / Device -> MLD: This menu accesses the transfer function for loading configurations from the device to the Multi-Loader.

Action Config
Device -> MLD

ENT

ENT
Device No No devic e
connected? connected

Yes
ENT
SD card No SD card
readable? Fault

Yes

Device -> MLD

LoadFromDevice Esc

No Are there more 99

files in the card ?

Yes

Replace
LoadFrmDxx?
Esc

ENT

LoadFrmDxx
<<<<

Transfer in
progress LoadFrmDxx
<<<<<<<<

LoadFrmDxx
<<<<<<<<<<<
<

Transfer No
complete?

Yes

Load config Load

Successful config fault

ENT ENT

Note1: The file will be stored in a folder (folder name is the first 5 letters of the device ID) kept in a directory called ‘LoadFrmDev’ located
at root.

Note 2: The maximun number of configurations for each range are 99.

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Action: Update device using Multi-Loader

The diagram below shows the Action Flash / Firmware menu accessible from Main menu / Action.
Action Flash / Firmware: This menu accesses the transfer function for loading the software update file onto the device.
It is possible to protect the firmware update transfer. See the Parameters / Password FW menu on page 27.

An RJ45 cable is required for updating the device firmware (see the compatibility table on page 29). If a device is updated without being
turned on, the Multi-Loader provides the power supply.

Main Action Flash

menu Firmwar e

ENT

ENT
Device No No device
connected? connected

Yes

Yes Update
authorized?
No
Press and hold the Esc
up or down arrow Enter password
key to define the 000
password more
quickly
Esc
Enter password
NNN

ENT
ENT
Value between
[000 and 999] Password No Wrong
Default value [000] correct? password

Yes

Update
authorized

ENT
SD card No SD card
readable? Fault

Yes
Esc Esc Esc

Flash FW Flash FW Flash FW

Filename 1 Filename 2 Filename N

ENT ENT ENT

Esc
Quick Replace
Store Firmware?

ENT

The file is
saved for FilenameX
>>>>
Quick Store
mode
FilenameX
>>>>>>>>
Transfer in
progress
FilenameX
>>>>>>>>>>>
>

See lists of
Transfer No faults codes
complete? page 33
Yes
Flash FW Flash F W
Successful Fault - 0X..
Page 22
ENT ENT

Yes Quick Store No

mode?

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Quick Store mode

This mode is used to transfer the latest configuration file (page 17) or latest device firmware updated file (page 30). (1)

The diagram below shows the Quick Store mode, which can be accessed after using either of the Action Config / MLD -> Device or Action
Flash / Firmware menus.

ENT
Device No No device
connected? connected

Yes

ENT
SD card No SD card
readable? Fault

Yes

No
File selected?

Yes

File
No No file
present on the
selected
SD card?
ENT
Yes

Configuration
FW file
file Two file types

Page 19 Page 21

Exit Quick Store

mode

Note 1: If the Multi-Loader is already loading a file, the Quick Store key is inactive.
Note 2: Quick Store mode can only be used after an initial transfer to a device has been completed.

(1) Files can only be transferred between devices with the same reference.

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Supervision
The diagram below shows the device main menu, accessible from Main menu / Device. This supervisory menu is used to check the
reference and version of the device connected to the Multi-Loader.
Device Type: This menu accesses the reference of the connected device.
Device SW version: This menu accesses the software version of the connected device.

Main menu
Device

ENT Esc Esc

Device Device
Type SW Version

ENT ENT

Device No No Device
connected? connected?

Yes Yes

Esc Esc
Range SW Version
ATVXXXXXXXX Vxx.xx

ENT ENT

No device
connected

ENT

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Parameter settings: Batteries

The diagram below shows the Parameters / Battery menu accessible from Main menu / Parameters.
Battery / Charge level: This menu displays the Multi-Loader charge level.
Battery / Alarm level: This menu is used to set message activation at a particular charge level. It warns the user about the battery charge
status according to the value set (see message fault detected on page 25).
Battery / Set battery type: This menu is used to select the type of battery used by the Multi-Loader (normal batteries or rechargeable
batteries). Users must ensure that the correct battery type is selected so that the Multi-Loader can accurately display the charge level. This
also affects message activation.

Parameters
Battery

ENT

Esc Esc Esc

Battery Battery Battery

Charge leve l Alarm leve l Set battery type

ENT ENT ENT

Press and hold the up

ENT or down arrow key to
define this level value Esc ENT Esc
Charge leve l more quickly Alarm leve l Set battery type
႑႑႑႑႑႑႑႑႒ ႒ 20% Normal

Value between Esc Esc

[0 and 50]% Alarm leve l Set battery type
NN% Rechargeable

ENT ENT

Save this level Save the battery type

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Parameter settings: Diagnostics

The diagram below shows the Parameters / Diagnostic menu accessible from Main menu / Parameters.
Diagnostic / Fault History: This menu accesses the detected fault history.
Diagnostic / Clear Faults: This menu is used to clear the detected fault history

Parameters
Diagnostic

ENT

Esc Esc

Diagnostic Diagnostic
Fault History Clear faults

ENT ENT

Esc Esc
Fault History Are you sure to List of cleared
fault 1 clear faults? faults codes
ENT

Esc See the table of

Fault History
fault 2 faults codes below

Esc
Fault History Clear faults
fault 3 History done

ENT

DANGER
UNINTENDED EQUIPMENT OPERATION DUE TO TRANSFER INTERRUPTION
If an interruption occurs during the transfer of configuration to the device :

• Identify and correct the cause of interruption.

• Repeat the transfer.

Failure to follow these instructions will result in death or serious injury.

Multi-Loader display Probable cause Remedy

- Make sure you have a set of replacement
The battery charge is low. The appearance of this
Alert: Low batteries to hand, as the current set have little
message depends on the charge level defined by
Battery Level life left.
the user. (See setting the detection page 24.)
- Remains not enough time of use.
Switch off The battery charge is too low. The Multi-Loader will - Replace the batteries immediately. No more
Low battery turn off. transfers can be made.
- Check the RJ45 cable and both of its
Store connectors. Make sure the connection is
Incomplete or incorrect transfer to the device
config fault secure for the duration of the transfer. Restart
the transfer operation.
Bad transfer to the device; the configuration file - Check that the configuration file is compatible
Wrong reference
selected is not compatible with the destination with the device to be configured.
Fault
device.

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Parameter settings: Diagnostics

Multi-Loader display Probable cause Remedy

Load Incomplete or incorrect transfer from the Multi- - Check the RJ45 cable and both of its
config fault Loader to the device connectors. Restart the transfer operation.
- Check the RJ45 cable and both of its
Flash FW connectors. Make sure the connection is
Incomplete or incorrect device update
Fault secure for the duration of the transfer. Restart
the transfer operation.
- Check the RJ45 cable and both of its
No device The device is not connected or is incorrectly connectors. Make sure the connection is
connected connected. secure for the duration of the transfer.
Connect the RJ45 cable.
- Select a file to transfer.
No file No configuration file is selected.
- Follow the procedure for loading configuration
selected There is no file present on the SD card.
files described on page 16.
Wrong - Enter the password correctly (the default
The password is incorrect.
password password is [000]).
SD card - Check that the SD card is inserted correctly.
The card is not recognized.
fault - Check that the SD card is formatted correctly.
- Check that the SD card is inserted correctly.
FLSH MSD
Incomplete or incorrect Multi-Loader update - Check the version files for updating Multi-
Error
Loader. See page 31

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Parameter settings: Password

Parameters / Password FW

The diagram below shows the Parameters / Password FW menu accessible from Main menu / Parameters.
Parameters / Password FW: This code helps protect the device from accidental firmware updating.

Parameters
Password FW

ENT

No Is there a
password?

Yes
Esc
Old password
Press and hold the
000
up or down arrow
key to define the
password more
quickly
Esc
Old password
NNN

ENT
ENT
Value between
No Is the [000 and 999]
Wrong
password password Default value
correct? [000]
Yes

Esc
New password
000
Press and hold the
up or down arrow
key to define the
password more
Esc
New password quickly
NNN

ENT

Password saved,
firmware updating
protected

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Parameter settings: Display

The diagram below shows the Parameters / Display menu accessible from Main menu / Parameters.
Display / Contrast: This menu is used to set the display screen contrast.
Display / Backlight: This menu is used to set the display screen backlight.
Display / Sleep mode: This menu is used to set the Multi-Loader's sleep mode.
Display / Language: This menu accesses the language selection for the Multi-Loader interface.

Parameters
Display

ENT

Esc Esc Esc Esc

Display Display Display Display

Contrast Backlight Sleep mode Language

ENT ENT ENT ENT

Esc ENT

Esc ENT Esc Esc ENT Esc

Set contrast Set backlight Set sleep mode Language
50 ON 05 min English

Esc Esc Esc ENT Esc

Set contrast Set backlight Set sleep mode Language
NN OFF NN min

ENT ENT ENT

Saves the Saves the Saves the sleep ENT Esc

Language
contrast value backlight value mode value Français

ENT Esc
Press and hold the Press and hold the Language
up or down arrow up or down arrow Italiano
key to define the key to define the
contrast value more sleep mode value
quickly more quickly ENT Esc
Language
Deutch

Value between Value between Esc

Language
[0 and 100] [1 and 60] min Español

ENT

Save language

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Compatibility

DANGER
UNINTENDED EQUIPMENT OPERATION
• Read and understand this manual before installing or operating the Multi-Loader.
• Any changes made to a device using the Multi-Loader must be performed by qualified personnel.
• Before you load a new product firmware, read and understand the procedure "transferring the device update file" describes page 30.
• Ensure that you select the Firmware suitable for your application

Failure to follow these instructions will result in death or serious injury.

The Multi-Loader can be used to update a device's firmware ("*.fw") file via the RJ45 cable provided in the box.

The table below shows the devices that are compatible with the Multi-Loader. It shows which type of file can be transferred depending on
the state of the device.

Device Power off

Graphic terminal
(VW3A1101)
ATV303
ATV12
ATV32
Lexium 26
Lexium 28
Lexium 32

Lexium 32S

Device compatible with the Multi-Loader tool

Note 1: The update file must be compatible with the device. Any incompatibility will prompt a message "Wrong reference Fault" and the
transfer operation will not be done. (See table on page 25.)

Note 2: When updating device firmware, you must ensure that all downloaded files are copied to the Multi-Loader's SD card ("*.fw" file and
executable file).

Note 3: Ensure that you update the product device label and the keypad label after updating device application.

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Transferring the device update file

This procedure describes how to select the device update file. The user can then use Quick Store mode for the rest of the operation (see
page 22). The user must already have:
- Downloaded the update file from www.schneider-electric.com (see page 31)
AND
- Transferred the file to the Multi-Loader (see page 13, Connection to a PC)

Main menu
Action

1 ENT

Action Config
MLD -> Device

Action Flash
Firmwar e Flash FW
Successful Device 1
ENT 2
Flash FW Flash FW Flash FW Flash FW
Filename 1 Filename 2 Filename N Successful Device 2
ENT ENT ENT

Flash FW
Successful Device n
FilenameX
>>>>

FilenameX
>>>>>>>>

3 3
FilenameX
>>>>>>>>>>>
>
ENT

Flash FW
Successful

STEP Transfer Quick Store

• Turn the Multi-Loader on using the ON/OFF button "F" (see page 11).
• Connect the Multi-Loader to the device using the RJ45 cable (see page 14).
1
• Press "ENT" when the screen displays Main menu / Action.
• Select the Action Flash / Firmware menu using the arrow keys and press "ENT".

• Select the file to be transferred using the arrow keys and press "ENT" to start the transfer. If no device is
2
connected, a message (No device connected) appears on the screen (see page 25).

• The firmware update file has been loaded • Connect the Multi-Loader to the next device,
successfully onto the device; disconnect the then press the Quick Store key.
RJ45 cable from the device. • Flash FW Successful: The firmware update
• Pressing "ENT" returns the user to the "Action file has been loaded successfully onto the
3
Config" menu if no other devices require device; disconnect the RJ45 cable from the
updating. device.
• This action can be carried out as many times as
necessary.

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There are two methods for updating the Multi-Loader:

• The user connects the Multi-Loader to the PC (with the SD card in the Multi-Loader) and transfer the file for updated application device
to the card SD. The Multi-Loader is then updated as soon as it is turned on.
Or
• The user copies the update file to the SD card, (with the SD card in the PC) then inserts the SD card into the Multi-Loader; the Multi-
Loader is then updated as soon as it is turned on.

To download the files required for updating the Multi-Loader tool, see "Downloads" on page 32.

OLD format y V3.08

To upgrade Firmware for Multi-Loader from versions between V1.10 and V3.08, following six files need to be copied to SD card.
• MLDAPP.FW
• APPADDR.BIN
• APPDATA.BIN
• MLDMSD.FW
• MSDADDR.BIN
• MSDDATA.BIN

New format u V3.08

To upgrade Firmware for Multi-Loader from versions V3.08, following two files need to be copied to SD card.
• MLDAPP.mld
• MLDMSD.mld

Update procedure
USB/PC SD card/PC
Step Step
Actions Actions
• Check that the SD card is inserted correctly in the • Insert the SD card in the SD card reader on the PC
Multi-Loader. (see page 13).
1 1
• Turn the Multi-Loader on using button "F" (see
page 11). The SD card is recognized as an external storage device.
• Connect the Mini-B connector to the Multi-Loader • Drag and drop the unzip files into the root directory
and the type A connector to the PC (see page 13). on the SD card by the PC
2 2
The Multi-Loader is recognized as an external storage Wait until the files have loaded.
device.
• Drag and drop the unzip files into the root directory on • Once the files have loaded successfully, remove
the SD card by the PC the SD card from the PC.
3 3
Wait until the files have loaded.
Once the files have loaded successfully, remove the • Insert the SD card in the Multi-Loader.
4 4
USB cable from the PC and the Multi-Loader.
• Turn the Multi-Loader off using button "F" (see • Turn the Multi-Loader on using button "F" (see
page 11). page 11).
5 5
• Turn the Multi-Loader on using button "F" (see
page 11).
6 The Multi-Loader launches the update automatically. 6 The Multi-Loader launches the update automatically.

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Downloads

SoMove software
SoMove allows you to prepare the configurations to be loaded onto a device. It is freeware available for downloading from
www.schneider-electric.com.

Device update file

Contact your local Schneider Electric Customer Support Center for all device firmware updates.

Multi-Loader updated file

To request Multi-Loader update files, contact your local Schneider Electric Customer Support Center or download it directly from the
Schneider Electric website www.schneider-electric.com.

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Lists of faults codes

DANGER
UNINTENDED EQUIPMENT OPERATION DUE TO TRANSFER INTERRUPTION
If an interruption occurs during the transfer of configuration to the device :

• Identify and correct the cause of interruption.

• Repeat the transfer.

Failure to follow these instructions will result in death or serious injury.

Codes Display on the Multi-Loader Codes Display on the Multi-Loader

General Specific application FW
Flash FW Wrong memory write detected Flash FW Wrong communication detected
FAULT - 0x01 FAULT - 0x21 - 0x31
Flash FW Wrong check at the end of the upgrade Flash FW Wrong reference detected
FAULT - 0x02 detected FAULT - 0x22 - 0x32
Flash FW Interruption connection detected or wrong Flash FW Wrong communication detected (baud
FAULT - 0x11 file FAULT - 0x23 - 0x33 rate)
Flash FW Missing file on the SD card Flash FW Wrong program erase detected
FAULT - 0x12 Path too long FAULT - 0x24 - 0x34
Flash FW File in a wrong format (Drives) Flash FW Wrong program download detected
FAULT - 0x13 FAULT - 0x25 - 0x35
Flash FW File in a wrong format (Graphic keypad)
FAULT - 0x14

Specific graphic keypad Specific motor control FW

Flash FW Wrong file detected Flash FW Wrong download detected
FAULT - 0x9a FAULT - 0x4a
Flash FW Fonts file download failed Flash FW Flashing Motor Control is not allowed when
FAULT - 0x9b FAULT - 0x40 the drive is Power On
Flash FW Labels file download failed Flash FW Wrong communication detected
FAULT - 0x9c FAULT - 0x41
Flash FW Bitmaps file download failed Flash FW Inquiry device failed
FAULT - 0x9d FAULT - 0x42
Flash FW Internal Error Flash FW Selection device failed
FAULT - 0x91 FAULT - 0x43
Flash FW Wrong file detected Flash FW Inquiry of clock modes failed
FAULT - 0x92 FAULT - 0x44
Flash FW Internal Error2 Flash FW Selection of clock modes failed
FAULT - 0x93 (Unable to open the file) FAULT - 0x45
Flash FW Wrong communication detected Flash FW Inquiry of write line size failed
FAULT - 0x94 FAULT - 0x46
Flash FW Syntax error of the configuration file Flash FW Wrong communication detected (baud
FAULT - 0x95 FAULT - 0x47 rate)
Flash FW Wrong file detected Flash FW End setting data failed
FAULT - 0x96 FAULT - 0x48
Flash FW Wrong file detected Flash FW Wrong memory write detected
FAULT - 0x97 FAULT - 0x49
Flash FW Wrong configuration format file detected
FAULT - 0x98
Flash FW No keypad connected
FAULT - 0x99 Wrong update labels of keypad detected

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DANGER
UNINTENDED EQUIPMENT OPERATION DUE TO TRANSFER INTERRUPTION
If an interruption occurs during the transfer of configuration to the device :

• Identify and correct the cause of interruption.

• Repeat the transfer.

Failure to follow these instructions will result in death or serious injury.

Codes Display on the Multi-Loader Codes Display on the Multi-Loader

Specific Lexium 26 / Lexium 28 Specific Lexium 32
Flash FW Invalid Firmware file Flash FW Wrong compatilibity detected
FAULT - 0xB0 FAULT - 0x81
Flash FW Wrong compatibility detected Flash FW Product not available for upgrade
FAULT - 0xB1 FAULT - 0x82
Flash FW Wrong Flash mode detected Flash FW Wrong Flash mode set
FAULT - 0xB2 FAULT - 0x83
Flash FW Wrong configuration detected Flash FW Wrong downloader upgrade application
FAULT - 0xB3 FAULT - 0x84
Flash FW Wrong data detected Flash FW Wrong program erase detected
FAULT - 0xB4 FAULT - 0x85
Flash FW Wrong exit update detected Flash FW Wrong program download detected
FAULT - 0xB5 FAULT - 0x86
Flash FW Wrong exit update detected
FAULT - 0x87
Flash FW Wrong exit verification detected
FAULT - 0x88

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