This document provides guidance for connecting and configuring the Modbus RTU fieldbus on the Altivar Soft Starter ATS480 for monitoring and control applications. It covers hardware setup including communication port connections and electrical specifications, software configuration with detailed parameter settings, operational procedures including command registers and status monitoring, and communication scanner functionality. The document includes examples of setup using Modbus RTU communication, fieldbus integration with Control Expert for M340 PLCs, diagnostics procedures, troubleshooting guidelines, and communication error codes. It supports both ATS48 Compatibility Profile and Standard Profile functional modes, providing detailed state diagrams, bit mapping for control and status words, and configuration parameters for effective implementation of asynchronous motor control via Modbus RTU communication. Note: AI-generated document summary. Please check the original document for detailed information.