Danfoss FC-102 LCP Simulator Tool

Danfoss FC-102 LCP Simulator Tool | Complete Guide to AKD LCP Functions, Menus & Alarms

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OVERVIEW OF THE DANFOSS LCP SIMULATOR TOOL 🖥️

The AKD LCP Simulation Tool is a software-based training and demonstration utility used to simulate the Local Control Panel (LCP) of the Danfoss VLT HVAC Drive FC-102, without physically connecting to a real VFD.

AKD LCP Simulation Tool

This tool allows engineers, technicians, and students to learn, practice, and understand the FC-102 keypad operation, parameter structure, alarm handling, and menu navigation directly on a computer.
It is widely used for training, demonstrations, and self-learning, making it an essential resource for professionals working with Danfoss HVAC drives.⚙️

✅ LCD DISPLAY

The display has backlight and a total of 6 alpha-numeric lines. The display lines show the direction of rotation (arrow), the selected setup, and the programming setup. The display is divided into 3 sections.

Danfoss LCD display

Top section:

The top section shows up to 2 measurements in normal operating status.

Middle section:

The middle line shows up to 5 measurements with related unit, regardless of status (except in the case of alarm/warning).

Bottom section:

The bottom section always shows the state of the drive in Status mode.

Display contrast adjustment:

Press [Status] and [▲ up arrow] for darker display.
Press [Status] and [▼ down arrow] for brighter display.
Most parameter setups can be changed immediately via the LCP, unless a password has been created via parameter 0-60 Main Menu Password or via parameter 0-65 Quick Menu Password.

✅ MENU KEYS

Status:

Indicates the status of the drive and/or the motor.
Select between 3 different readouts by pressing [Status]: 5-line readouts, 4-line readouts, or smart logic control.

Status Key

Press [Status] for selecting the mode of display or for changing back to display mode from either the quick menu mode, the main menu mode, or the alarm mode.
Also use [Status] to toggle single or double readout mode.

Quick Menu:

Allows quick access to different quick menus such as:

01 - My personal menu
02 - Quick set-up
03 - Function setups
04 - Wizard
05 - Changes made
06 - Loggings

Quick Menu key

Press [Quick Menu] to program the parameters belonging to the Quick Menu.
It is possible to switch directly between quick menu mode and main menu mode.

Main Menu:

Use the main menu for programming all parameters.
It is possible to switch directly between main menu mode and quick menu mode.

Main Menu key

Parameter shortcut can be carried out by pressing down [Main Menu] for 3 sec.
The parameter shortcut allows direct access to any parameter.

🚨 Alarm Log:

Shows an alarm log of the latest alarms (numbered A1–A10).

A1 - 10 volts low
A2 - Live zero error
A3 - No motor
A4 - Mains ph. Loss
A5 - DC voltage high
A6 - DC voltage low
A7 - DC over volt
A8 - DC under volt
A9 - Inverter overld.
A10 - Motor ETR over

Alarm Log

To obtain more details about an alarm, press the navigation keys to go to the alarm number and press [OK].
Information about the condition of the drive before it enters the alarm mode is shown.

✅ NAVIGATION KEYS

Up Key, Down key, Left key and Right key.
The 4 navigation keys are used to navigate between the different options available in Quick Menu, Main Menu, and Alarm Log. Press the keys to move the cursor

OK:

Press to select a parameter marked by the cursor and to enable the change of a parameter.

Back:

Returns to the previous step or layer in the navigation structure.

Navigation Keys

Cancel:

Last change or command is cancelled as long as the display has not been changed.

Info:

Supplies information about a command, parameter, or function in any display window. [Info] provides detailed information whenever help is needed.
Exit info mode by pressing either [Info], [Back], or [Cancel].

✅ OPERATION KEYS

Hand On:

Enables control of the drive via the LCP.
[Hand On] also starts the motor, and it is now possible to enter the motor speed data with the navigation keys.
The key can be selected as [1] Enable or [0] Disable via parameter 0-40 [Hand On] Key on LCP.
External stop signals activated with control signals or a fieldbus override a start command via the LCP.

Off:

Stops the connected motor.
The key can be selected as [1] Enable or [0] Disable via parameter 0-41 [Off] Key on LCP.
If the external stop function is not selected and the [Off] key is inactive, the motor can be stopped by disconnecting the voltage.

OPERATION KEYS

Auto On:

Enables the drive to be controlled via the control terminals and/ or serial communication. When a start signal is applied on the control terminals and/or the bus, the drive starts.
The key can be selected as [1] Enable or [0] Disable via parameter 0-42 [Auto On] Key on LCP.

Reset:

Use [Reset] for resetting the drive after an alarm (trip).
It can be selected as [1] Enable or [0] Disable via parameter 0-43 [Reset] Key on LCP.
The parameter shortcut can be carried out be pressing down the [Main Menu] key for 3 sec. The parameter shortcut provides direct access to any parameter.

✅ INDICATOR LIGHTS

Indicator LED

ON LED:

When the On LED glows green, it indicates that the control section is operating normally.

⚠️ WARN LED:

When the Warn LED glows yellow, it indicates that a warning condition is present.

🚨 ALARM LED:

When the Alarm LED is flashing red, it indicates an active alarm condition.
If certain threshold values are exceeded, the alarm and/or warning indicator lights up, A status and alarm text appear on the LCP.
The ON indicator light is activated when the drive receives mains voltage, via a DC bus terminal, or 24 V external supply. At the same time, the back indicator light is on.

✅ PARAMETERS GROUPS

Parameter descriptions and selections are shown in the LCP. Access the parameters by pressing [Quick Menu] or [Main Menu] on the LCP.
The Quick Menu is used mainly for commissioning the unit at start-up by providing parameters necessary to start operation. The Main
Menu provides access to all parameters for detailed application programming.

This Danfoss LCP simulator has various parameter groups listed below:

Operation and Display,
Load and Motor
Brakes
Reference/Ramps
Limits/Warnings
Digital In/Out
Analog In/Out
Communications and Options
Smart Logic Control
Special Functions
Drive Information
Data Readouts
Info Readouts
Drive Closed Loop
Ext. Closed Loop
Appl. Functions
Time-based Functions
Pack Controller
Analog I/O Option

DANFOSS PARAMETERS GROUPS

Missing parameter groups

Controllers
PROFIBUS
CAN Fieldbus
LonWorks
Ethernet
Application Functions 2
Special Features
Pressure Sensor Option
MCO Data Readouts
Sensor Input Option
Programmable I/O Option
Special Settings
Unit Readouts
Condition Based Monitoring
CBM Baseline Data
License
PROFI safe

✅ KEYBOARD SHORTCUTS

Keyboard Keys	LCP Simulator Buttons
A	Auto on
B	Back
C	Cancel
E, M	Main menu
O, F	Off
H	Hand on
I	Info
L	Alarm Log
Q	Quick Menus
R	Reset
S	Status
Enter	Ok
Up Arrow (↑)	Increase value / Navigate up
Down Arrow (↓)	Decrease value / Navigate down
Left Arrow (←)	Shift cursor to the left digit
Right Arrow (→)	Shift cursor to the right digit

Purpose of AKD LCP Simulation Tool

The tool is mainly used for:

Training engineers and technicians 🎓
Understanding FC-102 menu structure 🧠
Learning alarm and warning indications 🚨
Practicing parameter navigation⚙️
Demonstrations without hardware 📘

⚠️ Note: It does not control a real VFD and is not used for commissioning or live operation.

System Requirements & Compatibility

File Format: .RAR
Compatibility: Windows 7, 10, 11
Use: Engineering & Automation Tools
Simulator Download Link: Google Drive

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✅ CONCLUSION

The Danfoss AKD LCP Simulator Tool is a powerful learning and demonstration platform for understanding the FC-102 HVAC drive keypad, menus, alarms, and parameter structure.
It provides engineers and technicians with a safe and efficient way to explore drive functionality without connecting to actual hardware.
By using this simulator, users can improve their operational knowledge, enhance troubleshooting skills, and gain confidence before working on real Danfoss VFDs.
Although it is not intended for live commissioning, it remains an excellent training resource for HVAC and automation professionals. ⚙️🧠📘

⚠️Based on Danfoss FC-102 official documentation and training material. This improves credibility.

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