DEEP SEA ELECTRONICS DSE8620 User manual

DSE8620 Operating Manual Issue 1
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DEEP SEA ELECTRONICS PLC
DSE8620 Control Module Operating
Manual
Document number 057-142

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DSE8620 Automatic Mains Failure (AMF) control Module.
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Amendments List
Issue Comments Minimum
Module version
required
Minimum
ConfigurationSuite
Versionrequired
1 Initial release V4.3.35 2011.10v1.0.7
Typeface: The typeface used in this document is Arial. Care should be taken not to mistake the upper case letter I with the numeral 1. The
numeral 1 has a top serif to avoid this confusion.
Clarification of notation used within this publication.
NOTE:
Highlights an essential element of a procedure to ensure correctness.
CAUTION!
Indicates a procedure or practice, which, if not strictly observed, could result in
damage or destruction of equipment.
WARNING!
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of life if not followed correctly.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Section Page
1 BIBLIOGRAPHY...........................................................................................7
1.1 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS.................................................................................7
1.2 TRAINING GUIDES.....................................................................................................7
1.3 MANUALS..................................................................................................................7
2 INTRODUCTION...........................................................................................8
3 SPECIFICATIONS.........................................................................................9
3.1 PART NUMBERING ....................................................................................................9
3.1.1 SHORT NAMES....................................................................................................9
3.2 TERMINAL SPECIFICATION .....................................................................................10
3.3 POWER SUPPLY REQUIREMENTS..........................................................................10
3.4 GENERATOR VOLTAGE / FREQUENCY SENSING...................................................10
3.5 GENERATOR CURRENT SENSING...........................................................................11
3.5.1 VA RATING OF THE CTS ...................................................................................11
3.5.2 CT POLARITY....................................................................................................12
3.5.3 CT PHASING......................................................................................................12
3.5.4 CT CLASS..........................................................................................................12
3.6 INPUTS....................................................................................................................13
3.6.1 DIGITAL INPUTS................................................................................................13
3.6.1 ANALOGUE INPUTS...........................................................................................13
3.6.2 CHARGE FAIL INPUT.........................................................................................14
3.6.3 MAGNETIC PICKUP...........................................................................................14
3.7 OUTPUTS................................................................................................................15
3.7.1 OUTPUTS A & B.................................................................................................15
3.7.2 CONFIGURABLE OUTPUTS C & D (LOAD SWITCHING)......................................15
3.7.1 OUTPUTS E,F,G,H, I ,J & K................................................................................16
3.8 COMMUNICATION PORTS.......................................................................................17
3.9 COMMUNICATION PORT USAGE............................................................................17
3.9.1 CAN INTERFACE...............................................................................................17
3.9.2 USB CONNECTION............................................................................................18
3.9.3 USB HOST-MASTER (USB DRIVE CONNECTION)...............................................18
3.9.4 RS232................................................................................................................19
3.9.5 RS485................................................................................................................21
3.9.6 ETHERNET ........................................................................................................22
3.10 DSENET® FOR EXPANSION MODULES...............................................................28
3.10.1 DSENET® USED FOR MODBUS ENGINE CONNECTION.....................................28
3.11 SOUNDER.............................................................................................................29
3.11.1 ADDING AN EXTERNAL SOUNDER TO THE APPLICATION.................................29
3.12 ACCUMULATED INSTRUMENTATION...................................................................29
3.13 DIMENSIONS AND MOUNTING .............................................................................30
3.13.1 DIMENSIONS.....................................................................................................30
3.13.2 FIXING CLIPS....................................................................................................31
3.13.3 CABLE TIE FIXING POINTS................................................................................32
3.13.4 SILICONSEALING GASKET...............................................................................32
3.14 APPLICABLE STANDARDS ...................................................................................33
3.14.1 ENCLOSURE CLASSIFICATIONS .......................................................................34
IP CLASSIFICATIONS..................................................................................................34
3.14.2 NEMA CLASSIFICATIONS..................................................................................35
4 INSTALLATION..........................................................................................36

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4.1 TERMINAL DESCRIPTION........................................................................................36
4.1.1 DC SUPPLY, FUEL AND START OUTPUTS, OUTPUTS E-J..................................37
4.1.2 ANALOGUE SENSOR.........................................................................................38
4.1.3 MAGNETIC PICKUP, CANAND EXPANSION.......................................................39
4.1.4 V1 LOAD SWITCHING AND GENERATOR VOLTAGE SENSING ..........................40
4.1.5 V2 MAINS VOLTAGE SENSING.........................................................................40
4.1.6 GENERATOR CURRENT TRANSFORMERS........................................................41
4.1.7 MAINS CURRENT TRANSFORMERS ..................................................................41
4.1.8 CONFIGURABLE DIGITAL INPUTS.....................................................................43
4.1.9 PC CONFIGURATIONINTERFACE CONNECTOR................................................43
4.1.10 RS485 CONNECTOR..........................................................................................44
4.1.11 RS232 CONNECTOR..........................................................................................44
4.2 TYPICAL WIRING DIAGRAMS...................................................................................45
4.2.1 3 PHASE, 4 WIRE WITH RESTRICTED EARTH FAULT PROTECTION..................46
4.3 ALTERNATIVE TOPOLOGIES ..................................................................................47
4.3.1 3 PHASE, 4 WIRE WITHOUT EARTH FAULT PROTECTION.................................47
4.3.2 SINGLE PHASE WITH RESTRICTED EARTHFAULT............................................48
4.3.3 SINGLE PHASE WITHOUT EARTHFAULT...........................................................48
4.3.4 2 PHASE (L1 & L2) 3 WIRE WITH RESTRICTED EARTH FAULT ..........................49
4.3.5 2 PHASE (L1 & L2) 3 WIRE WITHOUT EARTHFAULT .........................................49
4.3.6 2 PHASE (L1 & L3) 3 WIRE WITH RESTRICTED EARTH FAULT ..........................50
4.3.7 2 PHASE (L1 & L3) 3 WIRE WITHOUT EARTHFAULT MEASURING.....................50
4.3.8 3 PHASE 4 WIRE WITH UNRESTRICTED EARTHFAULT MEASURING................51
4.3.9 EARTHSYSTEMS..............................................................................................51
4.4 TYPICAL ARRANGEMENT OF DSENET® .................................................................52
4.4.1 EARTHSYSTEMS..............................................................................................53
5 DESCRIPTION OF CONTROLS..................................................................54
5.1 DSE8620 AUTOMATIC MAINS FAILURE (AMF) CONTROL MODULE........................54
5.2 VIEWING THE INSTRUMENT PAGES .......................................................................56
5.2.1 STATUS.............................................................................................................57
5.2.2 ENGINE.............................................................................................................58
5.2.3 GENERATOR.....................................................................................................59
5.2.4 MAINS...............................................................................................................59
5.2.1 RS232 SERIAL PORT.........................................................................................60
5.2.1 RS485 SERIAL PORT.........................................................................................63
5.2.2 ABOUT ..............................................................................................................64
5.2.1 CANERROR MESSAGES...................................................................................66
5.3 VIEWING THE EVENT LOG......................................................................................67
5.4 USER CONFIGURABLE INDICATORS.......................................................................68
6 OPERATION...............................................................................................69
6.1 CONTROL................................................................................................................69
6.2 CONTROL PUSH-BUTTONS ....................................................................................70
6.3 DUMMY LOAD / LOAD SHEDDING CONTROL..........................................................72
6.4 STOP MODE............................................................................................................73
6.4.1 ECUOVERRIDE.................................................................................................74
6.5 AUTOMATIC OPERATION........................................................................................75
6.5.1 MAINS FAILURE.................................................................................................75
6.5.1 ENGINE RUNNING..............................................................................................76
6.5.2 REMOTE START IN ISLAND MODE....................................................................77
6.5.3 REMOTE START ONLOAD................................................................................79
6.6 MANUAL OPERATION..............................................................................................81
6.7 TEST OPERATION...................................................................................................83
7 PROTECTIONS...........................................................................................85
7.1 PROTECTIONS DISABLED.......................................................................................86
7.1.1 INDICATION/ WARNING ALARMS......................................................................86

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7.1.2 SHUTDOWN/ ELECTRICAL TRIP ALARMS.........................................................86
7.1.3 CANALARMS....................................................................................................87
7.2 INDICATIONS...........................................................................................................88
7.3 WARNINGS..............................................................................................................89
7.4 HIGH CURRENT WARNING ALARM..........................................................................90
7.5 SHUTDOWNS...........................................................................................................91
7.6 ELECTRICAL TRIPS.................................................................................................93
7.7 HIGH CURRENT SHUTDOWN / ELECTRICAL TRIP ALARM......................................94
7.7.1 IMMEDIATE WARNING ......................................................................................94
7.7.2 IDMT ALARM.....................................................................................................94
7.8 EARTH FAULT SHUTDOWN / ELECTRICAL TRIP ALARM ........................................96
7.9 SHORT CIRCUIT ALARM..........................................................................................96
7.10 ROCOF / VECTOR SHIFT......................................................................................97
7.10.1 MAINS DECOUPLING TEST MODE....................................................................97
8 SCHEDULER..............................................................................................98
8.1.1 STOP MODE......................................................................................................98
8.1.2 MANUAL MODE.................................................................................................98
8.1.3 AUTO MODE......................................................................................................98
9 SYNCHROSCOPE OPERATION..................................................................99
10 COMMISSIONING..................................................................................100
10.1 COMMISSIONING SCREENS............................................................................... 100
10.1.1 SCREEN1 ....................................................................................................... 100
10.1.2 SCREEN2 ....................................................................................................... 100
10.1.3 SCREEN3 ....................................................................................................... 100
10.1.4 SCREEN4 ....................................................................................................... 100
11 FRONT PANEL CONFIGURATION ........................................................101
11.1 ACCESSING THE MAIN FRONT PANEL CONFIGURATION EDITOR .................... 102
11.1.1 EDITING A PARAMETER..................................................................................103
11.2 ADJUSTABLE PARAMETERS.............................................................................. 104
11.3 ACCESSING THE ‘RUNNING’ CONFIGURATION EDITOR.................................... 105
11.3.1 EDITING A PARAMETER..................................................................................105
11.3.2 ADJUSTABLE PARAMETERS (RUNNING EDITOR)............................................ 105
12 FAULT FINDING....................................................................................106
12.1.1 EARTHFAULT TRIPPING CURVES...................................................................107
12.1.2 SHORT CIRCUIT TRIPPING CURVES...............................................................108
12.2 COMMUNICATIONS OPTION.............................................................................. 109
12.2.1 DESCRIPTION.................................................................................................109
12.2.2 CONTROLLER TO PC (DIRECT) CONNECTION................................................109
12.2.3 MODBUS.........................................................................................................110
12.3 IEEE C37.2 STANDARD ELECTRICAL POWER SYSTEM FUNCTION NUMBERS.. 110
13 COMMISSIONING..................................................................................113
13.1.1 PRE-COMMISSIONING....................................................................................113
14 FAULT FINDING....................................................................................115
15 DSE 4 STEPS TO SUCCESSFUL SYNCHRONISING.............................117
15.1 CONTROL .......................................................................................................... 117
15.2 METERING ......................................................................................................... 117
15.3 COMMUNICATIONS............................................................................................ 117
15.4 SYNC CHECKS................................................................................................... 117
16 MAINTENANCE, SPARES, REPAIR AND SERVICING..........................118
16.1 PURCHASING ADDITIONAL CONNECTOR PLUGS FROM DSE........................... 118

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16.2 PURCHASING ADDITIONAL FIXING CLIPS FROM DSE........................................ 118
16.3 PURCHASING ADDITIONAL SEALING GASKET FROM DSE................................ 118
16.4 DSENET EXPANSION MODULES........................................................................ 119
16.5 ETHERNET (LAN) CONNECTION........................................................................ 119
17 WARRANTY...........................................................................................120
18 DISPOSAL.............................................................................................120
18.1 WEEE (WASTE ELECTRICAL AND ELECTRONIC EQUIPMENT).......................... 120
18.2 ROHS (RESTRICTION OF HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCES) ..................................... 120

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1 BIBLIOGRAPHY
This document refers to and is referred to by the following DSE publications which can be obtained
from the DSE website www.deepseaplc.com
1.1 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
Installation instructions are supplied with the product in the box and are intended as a ‘quick start’ guide
only.
DSE PART DESCRIPTION
053-129 DSE8620 Installation Instructions
053-032 DSE2548 LED Expansion Annunciator Installation Instructions
053-033 DSE2130 Input Expansion Installation Instructions
053-034 DSE2157 Output Expansion Installation Instructions
1.2 TRAINING GUIDES
Training Guides are produced to give ‘handout’ sheets on specific subjects during training sessions
DSE PART DESCRIPTION
056-005 Using CTs With DSE Products
056-010 Overcurrent Protection
056-018 Negative Phase Sequence
056-019 Earth Fault Protection
056-020 Loss of Excitation
056-021 Mains Decoupling (G59)
056-022 Breaker Control
056-024 GSM Modem
056-026 kW & kVAr
056-029 Smoke Limiting
056-030 Module PIN Codes
056-057 SW1 & SW2
1.3 MANUALS
DSE PART DESCRIPTION
057-004 Electronic Engines and DSE wiring
057-045 DSE Guide to Synchronising and Load Sharing Part1
057-046 DSE Guide to Synchronising and Load Sharing Part2
057-047 DSE Load Share Design and Commissioning Guide
057-119 DSE8600 Series Configuration Software Manual
057-082 DSE2130 Input Expansion Manual
057-083 DSE2157 Output Expansion Manual
057-084 DSE2548 Annunciator Expansion Manual
Additionally this document refers to the following third party publications
REFERENCE DESCRIPTION
ISBN 1-55937-879-4 IEEE Std C37.2-1996 IEEE Standard Electrical Power System Device Function Numbers
and Contact Designations. Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers Inc
ISBN 0-7506-1147-2 Diesel generator handbook. L.L.J.Mahon
ISBN 0-9625949-3-8 On-Site Power Generation. EGSA Education Committee.

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2 INTRODUCTION
This document details the installation and operation requirements of the DSE8600 Series modules, part
of the DSEGenset® range of products.
The manual forms part of the product and should be kept for the entire life of the product. If the
product is passed or supplied to another party, ensure that this document is passed to them for
reference purposes.
This is not a controlled document. You will not be automatically informed of updates. Any future
updates of this document will be included on the DSE website at www.deepseaplc.com
The DSE8620 module has been designed to allow the operator to start and stop the generator, and if
required, transfer the load to the generator either manually (via fascia mounted push-buttons) or
automatically. Utilising the inbuilt synchronising, volts matching and paralleling functions, the controller is
able to parallel with the mains supply for soft transfer of peak lopping. Synchronsing and Load Sharing
features are included within the controller, along with the necessary protections for such a system.
The DSE8620 has mains failure detection to enable the transfer of load to a generator and return back
upon restoration of the mains with added features to avoid transients of the supply.
The user also has the facility to view the system operating parameters via the LCD display.
The DSE8620 module monitors the engine, indicating the operational status and fault conditions,
automatically shutting down the engine and giving a true first up fault condition of an engine failure by a
COMMON AUDIBLE ALARM. The LCD display indicates the fault.
The powerful ARM microprocessor contained within the module allows for incorporation of a range of
complex features:
•Text based LCD display (supporting multiple languages).
•True RMS Voltage, Current and Power monitoring.
•Communications capability (RS485, RS232 or Ethernet)
•Engine parameter monitoring.
•Automatic sync capability
•Load control capability
•Fully configurable inputs for use as alarms or a range of different functions.
•Engine ECU interface to electronic engines.
•Direct connection to governor / AVR for synchronising and load sharing
•R.O.C.O.F. and Vector shift for detection of mains failure when in parallel with the mains supply.
Using a PC and the DSE Configuration Suite software allows alteration of selected operational
sequences, timers and alarms. Additionally, the module’s integral fascia configuration editor allows
adjustment of a subset of this information.
A robust plastic case designed for front panel mounting houses the module. Connections are via locking
plug and sockets.
Selective operational sequences, timers and alarm trips can be altered by the customer via a PC using
the DSE Configuration suite or via the integral front panel configuration editor.
Access to critical operational sequences and timers for use by qualified engineers, can be protected by
a security code. Module access can also be protected by PIN code. Selected parameters can be
changed from the module’s front panel.
The module is housed in a robust plastic case suitable for panel mounting. Connections to the module
are via locking plug and sockets.

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3 SPECIFICATIONS
3.1 PART NUMBERING
8620 - 002 - 01
At the time of this document production, there have been no revisions to the module hardware.
3.1.1 SHORT NAMES
Short name Description
DSE8000, All modules in the DSE8000 Series
DSE8600,DSE86xx All modules in the DSE8600 sync/load share range
DSE8620 DSE8620 module
Product type
DSE 8620 AMF
Automatic Mains
Failure
Controller and
ATS Module
8620
Variant
Standard version 01
Hardware revision
Initial Release 002

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3.2 TERMINAL SPECIFICATION
Connection type Two part connector.
•Male part fitted to module
•Female part supplied in
module packing case - Screw
terminal, rising clamp, no
internal spring.
Example showing cable entry and screw
terminals of a 10 way connector
Minimum cable size 0.5mm² (AWG 24)
Maximum cable size 2.5mm² (AWG 10)
NOTE: For purchasing additional connector plugs from DSE, please see the section entitled
Maintenance, Spares, Repair and Servicing elsewhere in this document.
3.3 POWER SUPPLY REQUIREMENTS
Minimum supply voltage 8V continuous
Cranking dropouts Able to survive 0V for 50mS providing the supply was at least 10V before the
dropout and recovers to 5V afterwards.
Maximum supply voltage 35V continuous (60V protection)
Reverse polarity protection -35V continuous
Maximum operating current 300mA at 24V
600mA at 12V
Maximum standby current 190mA at 24V
390mA at 12V
Plant supply instrumentation display
Range 0V-70V DC (note Maximum continuous operating voltage of 35V DC)
Resolution 0.1V
Accuracy 1% full scale (±0.7V)
3.4 GENERATOR VOLTAGE / FREQUENCY SENSING
Measurement type True RMS conversion
Sample Rate 5KHz or better
Harmonics Up to 10
th
or better
Input Impedance 300K Ωph-N
Phase to Neutral 15V (minimum required for sensing frequency ) to 333V AC (absolute maximum)
Suitable for 110V to 277V nominal (±20% for under/overvoltage detection)
Phase to Phase 26V (minimum required for sensing frequency ) to 576V AC (absolute maximum)
Suitable for 190V ph-ph to 479V ph-ph nominal (±20% for under/overvoltage detection)
Common mode offset from Earth 100V AC (max)
Resolution 1V AC phase to neutral
2V AC phase to phase
Accuracy ±1% of full scale phase to neutral
±2% of full scale phase to phase
Minimum frequency 3.5Hz
Maximum frequency 75.0Hz
Frequency resolution 0.1Hz
Frequency accuracy ±0.2Hz

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3.5 GENERATOR CURRENT SENSING
Measurement type True RMS conversion
Sample Rate 5KHz or better
Harmonics Up to 10
th
or better
Nominal CT secondary rating 1A or 5A (5A recommended)
Maximum continuous current 5A
Overload Measurement 3 x Nominal Range setting
Absolute maximum overload 50A for 1 second
Burden 0.5VA (0.02Ωcurrent shunts)
common mode offset ±2V peak plant ground to CT common terminal
Resolution 0.5% of 5A
Accuracy ±1% of Nominal (1A or 5A) (excluding CT error)
3.5.1 VA RATING OF THE CTS
The VA burden of the DSE8620 module on the CTs is 0.5VA. However depending upon the type and
length of cabling between the CTs and the DSE8620 module, CTs with a greater VA rating than the
module are required.
The distance between the CTs and the
measuring module should be estimated
and cross-referenced against the chart
opposite to find the VA burden of the
cable itself.
If the CTs are fitted within the
alternator top box, the star point
(common) of the CTs should be
connected to system ground (earth) as
close as possible to the CTs. This
minimises the length of cable used to
connect the CTs to the DSE module.
Example.
If 1.5mm² cable is used and the
distance from the CT to the measuring
module is 20m, then the burden of the
cable alone is approximately 15VA. As
the burden of the DSE controller is
0.5VA, then a CT with a rating of at
least 15+0.5V = 15.5VA must be used.
If 2.5mm² cables are used over the
same distance of 20m, then the burden
of the cable on the CT is
approximately
7VA. CT’s required in this instance is at
least 7.5VA (7+0.5).
NOTE: - Details for 4mm cables are shown for reference only. The connectors on the DSE modules are
only suitable for cables up to 2.5mm .
NOTE: - CTs with 5A secondary windings are recommended with DSE modules. 1A CTs can be used if
necessary however, the resolution of the readings is 5 times better when using 5A CTs.

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3.5.2 CT POLARITY
Take care to ensure the correct polarity of the CTs. Incorrect CT orientation will lead to negative kW
readings when the set is supplying power. Take note that paper stick-on labels on CTs that show the
orientation are often incorrectly placed on the CT (!). It is more reliable to use the labelling in the case
moulding as an indicator to orientation (if available).
To test orientation, run the generator in island mode (not in parallel with any other supply) and load the
generator to around 10% of the set rating. Ensure the DSE module shows positive kW for all three
individual phase readings.
TO GENERATOR TO LOAD SWITCH DEVICE
POLARITY OF CT PRIMARY
NOTE:- Take care to ensure correct polarity of the CT primary as shown above. If in
doubt, check with the CT supplier.
3.5.3 CT PHASING
Take particular care that the CTs are connected to the correct phases. For instance, ensure that the
CT on phase 1 is connected to the terminal on the DSE module intended for connection to the CT for
phase 1.
Additionally ensure that the voltage sensing for phase 1 is actually connected to generator phase 1.
Incorrect connection of the phases as described above will result in incorrect power factor (pf)
measurements, which in turn results in incorrect kW measurements.
One way to check for this is to make use of a single-phase load. Place the load on each phase in turn,
run the generator and ensure the kW value appears in the correct phase. For instance if the load is
connected to phase 3, ensure the kW figure appears in phase 3 display and not in the display for
phase 1 or 2.
3.5.4 CT CLASS
Ensure the correct CT type is chosen. For instance if the DSE module is providing overcurrent
protection, ensure the CT is capable of measuring the overload level you wish to protect against, and
at the accuracy level you require.
For instance, this may mean fitting a protection class CT (P10 type) to maintain high accuracy while the
CT is measuring overload currents.
Conversely, if the DSE module is using the CT for instrumentation only (current protection is disabled or
not fitted to the controller), then measurement class CTs can be used. Again, bear in mind the
accuracy you require. The DSE module is accurate to better than 1% of the full-scale current reading.
To maintain this accuracy you should fit Class 0.5 or Class 1 CTs.
You should check with your CT manufacturer for further advice on selecting your CTs
labelled as p1,
k or K
labelled as p2,
l or L

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3.6 INPUTS
3.6.1 DIGITAL INPUTS
Number 11 configurable inputs
Arrangement Contact between terminal and ground
Low level threshold 2.1V minimum
High level threshold 6.6V maximum
Maximum input voltage +50V DC with respect to plant supply negative
Minimum input voltage -24V DC with respect to plant supply negative
Contact wetting current 7mA typical
Open circuit voltage 12V typical
3.6.1 ANALOGUE INPUTS
Oil Pressure (Configurable if engine ECU link provides oil pressure measurement)
Measurement type Resistance measurement by measuring voltage across sensor with a fixed
current applied
Arrangement Differential resistance measurement input
Measurement current 15mA
Full scale 240Ω
Over range / fail 270Ω
Resolution 0.1 Bar (1-2 PSI)
Accuracy ±2% of full scale resistance (±4.8Ω) excluding transducer error
Max common mode voltage ±2V
Display range 13.7 bar (0-200 PSI) subject to limits of the sensor
Coolant Temperature (Configurable if engine ECU link provides coolant temp measurement)
Measurement type Resistance measurement by measuring voltage across sensor with a fixed current applied
Arrangement Differential resistance measurement input
Measurement current 10mA
Full scale 480Ω
Over range / fail 540Ω
Resolution 1°C (2°F)
Accuracy +/-2% of full scale resistance (±9.6Ω) excluding transducer error
Max common mode
voltage ±2V
Display range 0°C -140°C (32°F - 284°F) subject to limits of the sensor
Fuel Level
Measurement type Resistance measurement by measuring voltage across sensor with a fixed current applied
Arrangement Differential resistance measurement input
Measurement current 10mA
Full scale 480Ω
Over range / fail 540Ω
Resolution 1°C (2°F)
Accuracy +/-2% of full scale resistance (±9.6Ω) excluding transducer error
Max common mode
voltage ±2V
Display range 0-250%

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Flexible sensor
Number 2
Measurement type Resistance measurement by measuring voltage across sensor with a fixed current
applied
Arrangement Differential resistance measurement input
Measurement current 10mA
Full scale 480Ω
Over range / fail 540Ω
Resolution 1%
Accuracy ±2% of full scale resistance (±9.6Ω) excluding transducer error
Max common mode voltage ±2V
Display range 0-250%
3.6.2 CHARGE FAIL INPUT
Minimum voltage 0V
Maximum voltage 35V (plant supply)
Resolution 0.2V
Accuracy ± 1% of max measured voltage
Excitation Active circuit constant power output
Output Power 2.5W Nominal @12V and 24V
Current at 12V 210mA
Current at 24V 105mA
The charge fail input is actually a combined input and output. Whenever the generator is required to
run, the terminal provides excitation current to the charge alternator field winding.
When the charge alternator is correctly charging the battery, the voltage of the terminal is close to the
plant battery supply voltage. In a failed charge situation, the voltage of this terminal is pulled down to a
low voltage. It is this drop in voltage that triggers the charge failure alarm. The level at which this
operates and whether this triggers a warning or shutdown alarm is configurable using the DSE Config
Suite Software.
3.6.3 MAGNETIC PICKUP
Type Single ended input, capacitive coupled
Minimum voltage 0.5V RMS
Max common mode voltage ±2V
Maximum voltage Clamped to ±70V by transient suppressers, dissipation not to exceed 1W.
Maximum frequency 10,000Hz
Resolution 6.25 RPM
Accuracy ±25 RPM
Flywheel teeth 10 to 500
NOTE : DSE can supply a suitable magnetic pickup device, available in two body thread
lengths :
DSE Part number 020-012 - Magnetic Pickup probe 5/8 UNF 2½” thread length
DSE Part number 020-013 - Magnetic Pickup probe 5/8 UNF 4” thread length
Magnetic Pickup devices can often be ‘shared’ between two or more devices. For example, one device
can often supply the signal to both the DSE8600 series module and the engine governor. The possibility
of this depends upon the amount of current that the magnetic pickup can supply.

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3.7 OUTPUTS
Ten (10) digital outputs are fitted to the DSE8620 controller. Additional outputs are provided for by
adding up to ten (10) external relay boards (DSE2157). This allows for up to 80 additional digital
outputs.
3.7.1 OUTPUTS A & B
Type Normally used for Fuel / Start outputs. Fully configurable for other purposes if the module is
configured to control an electronic engine. Supplied from Emergency Stop terminal 3.
Rating 15A resistive @ 35V
3.7.2 CONFIGURABLE OUTPUTS C & D (LOAD SWITCHING)
Type Fully configurable volts free relays. Output C – Normally Closed, Output D –
Normally Open
Rating 8A resistive@ 250V AC
Protection Protected against over current & over temperature. Built in load dump feature.
Contactor coils
Use output D, the normally open relay:
Undervoltage (UV coils)
Use output C, the normally closed relay :
Generator
DSE output drives the contactor coil,via external slave relayif required.
Whenthe DSE module requires the contactorclosed, the output energises (closing the internal
relay)
Whenthe DSE module requires the contactorto be open,the output is de-energised (opening
the internal relay)
Generator
DSE output drives the UV coil, via external slave relayif required.
Whenthe generator starts, the UV is powered via the normallyclosed relay.The breaker is now
readyfor the close signal to be given.Whenthe breaker is to be opened, the Open Generator
Pulse relayis operated, removing power fromthe UV coil for one second. This causes the
breaker to trip (open) as the UV is no longer powered. The Open Generator Pulse relay
switches back to its closed state, readyto power the UV coil the next time the generator starts.

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Closing coils
For continuous closing signals (close signal is present continuously when the breaker is closed),
follow the instructions above as for Contactor Coils.
For momentary (pulsed) closing signals, use OUTPUT D, the normally open relay:
Opening coils / Shunt Trip coils
For Continuous opening signal, use output D, the normally open relay:
For momentary (pulsed) closing signals, use a normally open relay:
3.7.1 OUTPUTS E,F,G,H, I ,J & K
Number 7
Type Fully configurable, supplied from DC supply terminal 2.
Rating 3A resistive @ 35V
Generator
Whenthe DSE module requires the breaker closed, the outputenergises (closing the internal relay)
for the period of the Breaker Close Pulse timer after which the output is de-energised (opening the
internal relay).
Generator:
Whenthe DSE module requires the breaker open, the output energises (closing the internal relay).
Generator:
Whenthe DSE module requires the breaker open, the output energises (closing the internal relay) for
the period of the breaker trip pulse.

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3.8 COMMUNICATION PORTS
USB Port USB2.0 Device for connection to PC running DSE configuration
suite only
Max distance 6m (yards)
Serial Communication RS232 and RS485 are both fitted but and provide independent
operation
RS232 Serial port
Non – Isolated port Max Baud rate 115K baud subject to S/W
TX, RX, RTS, CTS, DSR, DTR, DCD
Male 9 way D type connector
Max distance 15m (50 feet)
RS485 Serial port
Isolated Data connection 2 wire + common
Half Duplex
Data direction control for Transmit (by s/w protocol)
Max Baud Rate 19200
External termination required (120Ω)
Max common mode offset 70V (on board protection transorb)
Max distance 1.2km (¾ mile)
CAN Port Engine CAN Port
Standard implementation of ‘Slow mode’, up to 250K bits/s
Non-Isolated.
Internal Termination provided (120Ω)
Max distance 40m (133 feet)
Ethernet Auto detecting 10/100 Ethernet port.
3.9 COMMUNICATION PORT USAGE
3.9.1 CAN INTERFACE
Modules are fitted with the CAN interface as standard and are capable of
receiving engine data from engine CAN controllers compliant with the CAN
standard.
CAN enabled engine controllers monitor the engine’s operating
parameters such as engine speed, oil pressure, engine temperature
(among others) in order to closely monitor and control the engine. The industry standard
communications interface (CAN) transports data gathered by the engine controller interface. This
allows generator controllers such as the DSE8600 series to access these engine parameters with no
physical connection to the sensor device.
NOTE:- For further details for connections to CAN enabled engines and the functions
available with each engine type, refer to the manual Electronic Engines and DSE Wiring.
Part No. 057-004

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3.9.2 USB CONNECTION
The USB port is provided to give a simple means of connection between a PC and the DSE8600 series
controller.
Using the DSE Configuration Suite Software, the operator is then able to control the module, starting or
stopping the generator, selecting operating modes, etc.
Additionally, the various operating parameters (such as output volts, oil pressure, etc.) of the remote
generator are available to be viewed or changed.
To connect a DSE8600 series module to a PC by USB, the following items are required:
•DSE8600 series module
•DSE 8600 series configuration software
(Supplied on configuration suite software CD or available from
www.deepseaplc.com).
•USB cable Type A to Type B.
(This is the same cable as often used between a PC and a USB
printer)
DSE can supply this cable if required :
PC Configuration interface lead (USB type A – type B) DSE Part No
016-125
NOTE:- The DC supply must be connected to the module for configuration by PC.
NOTE:- Refer to DSE8600 series Configuration Suite Manual (DSE part 057-119) for further
details on configuring, monitoring and control.
3.9.3 USB HOST-MASTER (USB DRIVE CONNECTION)
Capability to add USB Host facility for USB ‘Pen drive’ type interface for data recording
Connector Type A.
For data logging max maximum size 16Gb.(see viewing the instrument pages)
NOTE:- Refer to DSE8600 series Configuration Suite Manual (DSE part 057-119) for further
details on configuring, monitoring and control.

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3.9.4 RS232
The RS232 port on the DSE8600 series controller supports the Modbus RTUprotocol.
The Gencomm register table for the controller is available upon request from the DSE Technical
Support Department.
RS232 is for short distance communication (max 15m) and is typically used to connect the DSE86xx
series controller to a telephone or GSM modem for more remote communications.
Many PCs are not fitted with an internal RS232 serial port. DSE DOES NOT recommend the use of
USB to RS232 convertors but can recommend PC add-ons to provide the computer with an RS232
port.
Recommended PC Serial Port add-ons (for computers without internal RS232 port):
Remember to check these parts are suitable for your PC. Consult your PC supplier for further advice.
•Brainboxes PM143 PCMCIA RS232 card (for laptop PCs)
•Brainboxes VX-001 Express Card RS232 (for laptops and nettops PCs)
•Brainboxes UC246 PCI RS232 card (for desktop PCs)
•Brainboxes PX-246 PCI Express 1 Port RS232 1 x 9 Pin (for desktop
PCs)
Supplier:
Brainboxes
Tel: [phone]
Web: http://www.brainboxes.com
Email: Sales:[e-mail]
NB DSE Have no business tie to Brainboxes. Over many years, our own engineers have used these
products and are happy to recommend them.

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RECOMMENDED EXTERNAL MODEMS:
•Multitech Global Modem – MultiModem ZBA (PSTN)
DSE Part Number 020-252
(Contact DSE Sales for details of localisation kits for these modems)
•Wavecom Fastrak Supreme GSM modem kit (PSU, Antenna and modem)*
DSE Part number 0830-001-01
•Brodersen GSM Industrial Modem*
DSE Part number 020-245
NOTE: *For GSM modems a SIM card is required, supplied by your GSM network provider :
•For SMS only, a ‘normal’ voice SIM card is required. This enables the controller to send SMS
messages to designated mobile phones upon status and alarm conditions.
•For a data connection to a PC running DSE Configuration Suite Software, a ‘special’ CSD
(Circuit Switched Data) SIM card is required that will enable the modem to answer an incoming
data call. Many ‘pay as you go’ services will not provide a CSD (Circuit Switched Data) SIM
card.