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F00071

USS setpoint fault

Siemens · SINAMICS G120

What does F00071 mean?

The drive has failed to receive setpoint values via the USS (Universal Serial Interface) communication protocol within the configured telegram off time. This suggests a problem with the USS master device or the communication settings, causing the drive to lose its operational commands and halt controlled operation.

Common Causes

  • RS485 communication wiring error (e.g., A/B lines swapped, common ground missing on terminal 9 (X101), loose terminals).
  • Incorrect USS communication parameters (e.g., P2010 Baud rate, P2011 Address, P2013 Telegram off time) on either the USS master or the drive.
  • The USS master device is not sending telegrams or is experiencing an internal fault preventing setpoint transmission.
  • Excessive electrical noise on the RS485 bus due to unshielded cables or improper grounding, causing data corruption.
  • Terminating resistors (e.g., 120 Ohm) are missing or incorrectly placed on the USS bus (e.g., P2015 bit 0 not set for internal termination).

Repair Steps & Checklist

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  1. 1

    1. Verify the wiring of the USS (RS485) bus on terminals X101, ensuring A/B lines are not swapped and the common ground is securely connected.

  2. 2

    2. Check USS communication parameters P2010 (Baud rate), P2011 (USS address), and P2013 (Telegram off time) on the drive to precisely match the USS master device.

  3. 3

    3. Monitor the USS communication status (e.g., P2017) on the drive or use a USS sniffer tool to analyze telegram traffic from the master.

  4. 4

    4. Temporarily increase P2013 (USS telegram off time) to 500ms and retest communication from the master device.

  5. 5

    5. Ensure RS485 terminating resistors (typically 120 Ohms) are correctly applied at both ends of the USS bus (e.g., activate P2015 bit 0 for internal termination on the drive).

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