DSEGenset DSE8661 User manual

DSE8661 Operator Manual ISSUE 1
DEEP SEA ELECTRONICS PLC
DSE8661 Operator Manual
Document Number: 0 7-204
Author: Ashley Senior
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DEEP SEA ELECT ONICS PLC
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Amendments List
Issue Comments Minimum Module
Version Required
Minimum Configuration
Suite Version Required
1 Initial release V 6.1.0 2014.16 V1.152.2
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!
Indicates a procedure or practice, which could result in injury to
personnel or loss 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 ............................................................................................................ 8
1.4 THIRD PARTY DOCUMENTS .............................................................................. 8
2 INTRODUCTION .............................................................................................. 9
3 SPECIFICATION ............................................................................................ 10
3.1 SHORT NAMES ................................................................................................. 10
3.2 OPERATING TEMPERATURE .......................................................................... 10
3.3 TERMINAL SPECIFICATION ............................................................................. 10
3.4 POWER SUPPLY REQUIREMENTS ................................................................. 10
3.4.1 MODULE SUPPLY INST UMENTATION DISPLAY .................................... 10
3. VOLTAGE & FREQUENCY SENSING ............................................................... 12
3.6 CURRENT SENSING ......................................................................................... 12
3.6.1 V A ATING OF THE CTS........................................................................... 13
3.6.2 CT POLA ITY.............................................................................................. 14
3.6.3 CT PHASING ............................................................................................... 14
3.6.4 CT CLASS ................................................................................................... 14
3.7 DIGITAL INPUTS A TO K .................................................................................. 1
3.8 OUTPUTS .......................................................................................................... 1
3.8.1 CONFIGU ABLE VOLT-F EE OUTPUTS C & D ....................................... 15
3.8.2 CONFIGU ABLE DC OUTPUTS E TO J ..................................................... 15
3.9 COMMUNICATION PORTS ................................................................................ 16
3.9.1 COMMUNICATION PO T USE ................................................................... 17
3.9.1.1 USB CONNECTION ........................................................................................ 17
3.9.1.1.1 USB SLAVE PO T (CONFIGU ATION) ..................................................... 17
3.9.1.1.2 USB HOST PO T (USB STO AGE DEVICE CONNECTION) .................... 17
3.9.1.2 S232 PO T .................................................................................................. 18
3.9.1.2.1 ECOMMENDED PC S232 SE IAL PO T ADD-ONS.............................. 19
3.9.1.2.2 ECOMMENDED EXTE NAL MODEMS .................................................... 20
3.9.1.3 S485 PO T .................................................................................................. 21
3.9.1.3.1 CABLE SPECIFICATION ............................................................................. 21
3.9.1.3.2 ECOMMENDED PC S485 SE IAL PO T ADD-ONS.............................. 22
3.9.1.3.3 CONNECTION BETWEEN DSE8661 MODULES ........................................ 22
3.9.1.4 ETHE NET PO T .......................................................................................... 23
3.9.1.4.1 DI ECT PC CONNECTION ......................................................................... 24
3.9.1.4.2 CONNECTION TO BASIC ETHE NET........................................................ 25
3.9.1.4.3 CONNECTION TO COMPANY INF AST UCTU E ETHE NET ............... 26
3.9.1.4.4 CONNECTION TO THE INTE NET ............................................................ 27
3.9.1.4.5 FI EWALL CONFIGU ATION FO INTE NET ACCESS .......................... 28
3.9.1.5 DSENET® PO T ............................................................................................ 29
3.9.1.5.1 CONNECTION TO EXPANSION MODULES ............................................... 29
3.9.1.5.2 CONNECTION BETWEEN DSE8661 MODULES ........................................ 30
3.9.1.6 MSC LINK PO T ............................................................................................ 31
3.10 SOUNDER ...................................................................................................... 32
3.10.1 ADDING AN EXTE NAL SOUNDE ....................................................... 32
3.11 ACCUMULATED INSTRUMENTATION .......................................................... 32
3.12 DIMENSIONS AND MOUNTING...................................................................... 33
3.12.1 DIMENSIONS ........................................................................................... 33
3.12.2 PANEL CUTOUT ...................................................................................... 33
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3.12.3 WEIGHT ................................................................................................... 33
3.12.4 FIXING CLIPS........................................................................................... 34
3.12.5 CABLE TIE FIXING POINTS .................................................................... 35
3.12.6 SILICON SEALING GASKET.................................................................... 35
3.12.7 APPLICABLE STANDA DS ..................................................................... 36
3.12.8 ENCLOSU E CLASSIFICATIONS ........................................................... 38
3.12.8.1 IP CLASSIFICATIONS .................................................................................... 38
3.12.8.2 NEMA CLASSIFICATIONS ............................................................................. 39
3.12.8.3 THE MODULES NEMA ATING (APP OXIMATE) ........................................ 39
4 INSTALLATION ............................................................................................. 40
4.1 TERMINAL DESCRIPTION ................................................................................ 41
4.1.1 DC SUPPLY & DC OUTPUTS ..................................................................... 41
4.1.2 ANALOGUE SENSO S............................................................................... 41
4.1.3 DSENET® & MSC........................................................................................ 42
4.1.4 OUTPUTS C & D AND V1 VOLTAGE & F EQUENCY SENSING .............. 43
4.1.5 V2 VOLTAGE & F EQUENCY SENSING ................................................... 44
4.1.6 MAINS CU ENT T ANSFO ME S ......................................................... 45
4.1.6.1 CT CONNECTIONS ........................................................................................ 45
4.1.7 DIGITAL INPUTS A TO K ............................................................................ 46
4.1.8 USB SLAVE (PC CONFIGU ATION) CONNECTO .................................. 47
4.1.9 USB HOST (DATA LOGGING) CONNECTO ............................................ 47
4.1.10 S232 CONNECTO ............................................................................... 48
4.1.11 S485 CONNECTO ............................................................................... 49
4.1.12 ETHE NET CONNECTO ....................................................................... 50
4.2 TYPICAL DIAGRAMS ........................................................................................ 1
4.2.1 TYPICAL SYSTEM DIAG AM ..................................................................... 52
4.2.2 TYPICAL WI ING DIAG AM (3 PHASE, 4 WI E STA ) ........................... 53
4.2.2.1 MODULE INTE -CONNECTION S485 TO S485 ....................................... 53
4.2.2.2 MODULE INTE -CONNECTION DSENET® TO S485 ................................. 54
4.2.3 ALTE NATE TOPOLOGIES ....................................................................... 55
4.2.3.1 SINGLE PHASE, 2 WI E ................................................................................ 55
4.2.3.2 2 PHASE (L1 & L2), 3 WI E DELTA ............................................................... 56
4.2.3.3 2 PHASE (L1 & L3), 3 WI E DELTA ............................................................... 57
4.2.3.4 3 PHASE, 3 WI E DELTA .............................................................................. 58
4.2.3.5 3 PHASE, 4 WI E DELTA .............................................................................. 59
4.2.4 EA TH SYSTEMS ....................................................................................... 60
4.2.4.1 NEGATIVE EA TH ......................................................................................... 60
4.2.4.2 POSITIVE EA TH........................................................................................... 60
4.2.4.3 FLOATING EA TH ......................................................................................... 60
4.3 TYPICAL ARRANGEMENT OF DSENET® ........................................................ 61
4.4 TYPICAL ARRANGEMENT OF MSC LINK ........................................................ 62
DESCRIPTION OF CONTROLS .................................................................... 63
.1 CONTROL PUSH-BUTTONS ............................................................................. 64
.2 VIEWING THE INSTRUMENT PAGES ............................................................... 68
5.2.1 STATUS ....................................................................................................... 69
5.2.1.1 ELECT ICAL T IP ......................................................................................... 69
5.2.2 MAINS .......................................................................................................... 70
5.2.3 LOAD ........................................................................................................... 70
5.2.4 BUS ............................................................................................................. 71
5.2.5 EXPANSION ................................................................................................ 71
5.2.6 MAINS AND BUS ALA MS ......................................................................... 72
5.2.7 MAINS AND BUS EVENT LOGS ................................................................. 73
5.2.8 SE IAL PO T ............................................................................................. 74
5.2.8.1 S232 SE IAL PO T ..................................................................................... 74
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5.2.8.1.1 CONNECTED TO AN S232 TELEPHONE MODEM .................................. 74
5.2.8.1.2 CONNECTED TO AN S232 GSM MODEM ............................................... 75
5.2.8.1.3 MODEM INITIALISATION SEQUENCE ....................................................... 76
5.2.8.1.4 MODEM DIAGNOSTICS .............................................................................. 76
5.2.8.1.5 CONNECTED TO AN S232 MODBUS MASTE ....................................... 77
5.2.9 S485 SE IAL PO T ................................................................................. 78
5.2.9.1.1 CONNECTED TO AN 485 MODBUS MASTE ......................................... 78
5.2.9.1.2 TYPICAL EQUESTS (USING PSEUDO CODE) ........................................ 78
5.2.10 ABOUT ..................................................................................................... 79
5.2.10.1 MODULE INFO MATION ............................................................................... 79
5.2.10.2 ETHE NET ..................................................................................................... 80
5.2.10.3 DATA LOGGING ............................................................................................. 81
5.2.11 USE CONFIGU ABLE INDICATO S .................................................... 82
6 OPERATION .................................................................................................. 83
6.1 QUICKSTART GUIDE ........................................................................................ 83
6.1.1 STA TING THE GENE ATO ................................................................... 83
6.1.2 STOPPING THE GENE ATO ................................................................... 84
6.2 STOP/RESET MODE ......................................................................................... 8
6.3 MANUAL MODE ................................................................................................. 86
6.3.1 STA TING SEQUENCE .............................................................................. 86
6.3.2 LOADING GENE ATO BUS ..................................................................... 87
6.3.2.1 BUS MODE ..................................................................................................... 87
6.3.2.2 MAINS MODE ................................................................................................. 87
6.3.3 UNLOADING GENE ATO BUS ................................................................ 88
6.3.4 STOPPING SEQUENCE ............................................................................. 88
6.4 TEST MODE ...................................................................................................... 89
6.4.1 STA TING SEQUENCE .............................................................................. 89
6.4.2 LOADING GENE ATO BUS ..................................................................... 90
6.4.2.1 BUS MODE ..................................................................................................... 90
6.4.2.2 MAINS MODE ................................................................................................. 90
6.4.3 UNLOADING GENE ATO BUS ................................................................ 91
6.4.4 STOPPING SEQUENCE ............................................................................. 91
6. AUTOMATIC MODE .......................................................................................... 92
6.5.1 WAITING IN AUTO MODE ........................................................................... 92
6.5.2 STA TING SEQUENCE .............................................................................. 92
6.5.3 GENE ATO BUS AVAILABLE .................................................................. 93
6.5.3.1 BUS MODE ..................................................................................................... 93
6.5.3.2 MAINS MODE ................................................................................................. 93
6.5.4 UNLOADING GENE ATO BUS ................................................................ 94
6.5.5 STOPPING SEQUENCE ............................................................................. 94
6.6 SCHEDULER ..................................................................................................... 9
6.6.1 STOP/ ESET MODE ................................................................................... 95
6.6.2 MANUAL MODE .......................................................................................... 95
6.6.3 TEST MODE ................................................................................................ 96
6.6.4 AUTO MODE ............................................................................................... 96
6.7 MULTIPLE MAINS OPERATION ........................................................................ 97
7 PROTECTIONS ............................................................................................. 98
7.1 INDICATIONS..................................................................................................... 99
7.2 WARNING ALARMS......................................................................................... 100
7.3 ELECTRICAL TRIP ALARMS .......................................................................... 102
7.4 MAINS DECOUPLING ALARMS ...................................................................... 104
8 FRONT PANEL CONFIGURATION ............................................................. 10
8.1 MAIN CONFIGURATION EDITOR .................................................................... 106
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8.1.1 ACESSING THE MAIN CONFIGU ATION EDITO .................................. 106
8.1.2 ENTE ING PIN .......................................................................................... 106
8.1.3 EDITING A PA AMETE .......................................................................... 107
8.1.4 EXITING THE MAIN CONFIGU ATION EDITO ...................................... 107
8.1.5 AVAILABLE PA AMETE S TO BE EDITED ............................................ 108
8.2 ‘RUNNING’ CONFIGURATION EDITOR .......................................................... 109
8.2.1 ACESSING THE ‘ UNNING’ CONFIGU ATION EDITO ......................... 109
8.2.2 ENTE ING PIN .......................................................................................... 109
8.2.3 EDITING A PA AMETE .......................................................................... 109
8.2.4 EXITING THE ‘ UNNING’ CONFIGU ATION EDITO ............................. 110
8.2.5 AVAILABLE PA AMETE S TO BE EDITED ............................................ 110
9 COMMISSIONING ........................................................................................ 111
9.1 DSE 4 STEPS TO SUCCESSFUL SYNCHRONISING ..................................... 112
9.1.1 CONT OL ................................................................................................. 112
9.1.2 METE ING ................................................................................................ 112
9.1.3 COMMUNICATIONS .................................................................................. 112
9.1.4 SYNC CHECKS ......................................................................................... 112
10 FAULT FINDING ....................................................................................... 113
10.1 STARTING .................................................................................................... 113
10.2 INSTRUMENTS ............................................................................................. 114
10.3 LOADING ...................................................................................................... 114
10.4 COMMUNICATIONS ..................................................................................... 11
10. MISCELLANEOUS ........................................................................................ 116
11 MAINTENANCE, SPARES, REPAIR AND SERVICING ........................... 117
11.1 PURCHASING ADDITIONAL CONNECTOR PLUGS FROM DSE ................ 117
11.1.1 PACK OF PLUGS ................................................................................... 117
11.1.2 INDIVIDUAL PLUGS ............................................................................... 117
11.2 PURCHASING ADDITIONAL FIXING CLIPS FROM DSE ............................. 117
11.3 PURCHASING ADDITIONAL SEALING GASKET FROM DSE..................... 118
11.4 DSENET® EXPANSION MODULES ............................................................. 118
12 WARRANTY .............................................................................................. 119
13 DISPOSAL ................................................................................................ 119
13.1 WEEE (WASTE ELECTRICAL AND ELECTRONIC EQUIPMENT) .............. 119
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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 No Description
053-008 DSE5510 Installation Instructions
053-032 DSE2548 LED Expansion Annunciator Installation Instructions
053-033 DSE2130 Input Expansion Installation Instructions
053-034 DSE2157 elay Output Expansion Installation Instructions
053-052 DSE7510 Installation Instructions
053-069 DSE8610 Installation Instructions
053-082 DSE8680 Installation Instructions
053-091 DSE8661 Installation Instructions
053-125 DSE2131 atiometric Input Expansion Installation Instructions
053-126 DSE2133 TD/Thermocouple Input Expansion Installation Instructions
053-134 DSE2152 Analogue Output Expansion Installation Instructions
1.2 TRAINING GUIDES
Training Guides are produced to give ‘handout’ sheets on specific subjects during training sessions
DSE Part No Description
056-001 Four Steps to Synchronising
056-005 Using CTs With DSE Products
056-006 Introduction to Comms
056-010 Overcurrent Protection
056-011 MSC Link
056-013 Load Demand Scheme
056-021 Mains Decoupling
056-022 Breaker Control
056-024 GSM Modem
056-026 kW & kVAr
056-030 Module PIN Codes
056-033 Synchronising equirements
056-042 Bus or Mains Mode
056-043 Synchronising Process
056-069 Firmware Update
056-072 Dead Bus Synchronising
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1.3 MANUALS
Product manuals are downloaded from the DSE website: www.deepseaplc.com
DSE Part No Description
057-045 Guide to Synchronising and Load Sharing Part 1
057-046 Guide to Synchronising and Load Sharing Part 2
057-047 Load Share Design and Commissioning Guide
057-078 DSE75xx PC Software Manual
057-082 DSE2130 Input Expansion Manual
057-083 DSE2157 Output Expansion Manual
057-084 DSE2548 Annunciator Expansion Manual
057-088 DSE7510 Operator Manual
057-115 DSE8610 Operator Manual
057-119 DSE86xx PC Software Manual
057-130 DSE8680 Operator Manual
057-131 DSE8680 PC Software Manual
057-139 DSE2131 atiometric Input Expansion Manual
057-140 DSE2133 TD/Thermocouple Expansion Manual
057-141 DSE2152 Analogue Output Expansion Manual
057-175 DSE PLC Software Manual
057-215 DSE8661 PC Software Manual
1.4 THIRD PARTY DOCUMENTS
The following third party documents are also referred to:
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 DSE8661 module, 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 DSE86xx series is designed to provide differing levels of functionality across a common
platform. This allows the generator OEMs greater flexibility in the choice of controller to use for a
specific application.
The DSE8661 modules have been designed to accommodate large distances between the mains
(utility) incoming switch and the common generator bus switch. The modules monitor the mains
(utility) supply and automatically start/stop one or more generators equipped with DSE8x10 modules
depending upon the status of the mains (utility) supply.
Synchronising and Load Sharing features are included within the modules, along with the necessary
protections for such a system. This provides forward sync, back sync (no break changeover) and
start/stop upon changing load levels.
The user also has the facility to view the system operating parameters via the LCD display.
The powerful A M microprocessor contained within the module allows for incorporation of a range of
complex features:
• Icon based CD display (supporting multiple languages).
• True RMS Voltage, Current and Power monitoring
• Communications capability (USB, RS232, RS485 and Ethernet)
• Event Log and instrumentation Data Log
• Fully configurable inputs for use as alarms or a range of different functions.
• Synchronising and Load Sharing with load demand start/stop with DSE8x10
• R.O.C.O. . and Vector Shift for detection of mains failure when in parallel with the mains supply.
• Integral PLC to help provide customisation where required
Using a PC and the DSE Configuration Suite software allows alteration of selected operational
sequences, timers, alarms and operational sequences. Additionally, the module’s integral front panel
configuration editor allows adjustment of this information.
A robust plastic case designed for front panel mounting houses the module. Connections are via
locking plug and sockets.
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 SPECIFICATION
3.1 SHORT NAMES
Short Name Description
DSE8000, DSE8xxx All modules in the DSE8xxx range.
DSE8600, DSE86xx All modules in the DSE86xx series
DSE8661 DSE8661 module/controller
DSE8x10 All the auto start generator controllers in the DSE8xxx range.
3.2 OPERATING TEMPERATURE
Module Description
DSE8661 -30 ºC to +70 ºC (-22 ºF to +158 ºF)
3.3 TERMINAL SPECIFICATION
NOTE: For purchasing additional connector plugs from DSE, please see the section
entitled Maintenance, Spares, Repair and Servicing elsewhere in this document.
Description 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 0.5 mm² (AWG 24)
Maximum Cable Size 2.5 mm² (AWG 10)
3.4 POWER SUPPLY REQUIREMENTS
Description Specification
Minimum Supply Voltage 5 V continuous
Cranking Dropouts Able to survive 0 V for 100 ms providing the supply was at least 10 V
before the dropout and recovers to 5 V afterwards.
Maximum Supply Voltage 35 V continuous (60 V protection)
everse Polarity Protection -35 V continuous
Maximum Operating Current
350 mA at 12 V
175 mA at 24 V
Maximum Standby Current 160 mA at 12 V
80 mA at 24 V
3.4.1 MODULE SUPPLY INSTRUMENTATION DISPLAY
Description Specification
ange 0 V to 70 V DC (note Maximum continuous operating voltage of 35 V
DC)
esolution 0.1 V
Accuracy 1% full scale (±0.7 V)
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3. VOLTAGE & FREQUENCY SENSING
Description Specification
Measurement Type True MS conversion
Sample ate 5 kHz or better
Harmonics Up to 25
th
or better
Input Impedance 300 kΩ phase to neutral
Phase To Neutral 15 V
( minimum required for sensing frequency ) to 333 V AC (absolute maximum)
Suitable for 110 V to 277 V AC nominal (±20% for under & overvoltage detection)
Phase To Phase 25 V
( minimum required for sensing frequency ) to 576 V AC (absolute maximum)
Suitable for 190 V to 479 V AC nominal (±20% for under & overvoltage detection)
Common Mode Offset
From Earth 100 V AC (max)
esolution 1 V AC phase to neutral
2 V AC phase to phase
Accuracy ±1% of full scale phase to neutral
±2% of full scale phase to phase
Minimum Frequency 3.5 Hz
Maximum Frequency 75.0 Hz
Frequency esolution 0.1 Hz
Frequency Accuracy ±0.05 Hz
3.6 CURRENT SENSING
NOTE: CTs with A secondary windings are recommended with DSE modules. 1 A CTs
can be used if necessary however, the resolution of the readings is times better when using
A CTs.
Description Specification
Measurement Type True MS conversion
Sample ate 5 kHz or better
Harmonics Up to 25
th
or better
Nominal CT Secondary ating 1 A or 5 A (5 A recommended)
Maximum Continuous Current 5 A
Overload Measurement 3 x Nominal ange setting
Absolute Maximum Overload 50 A for 1 second
Burden 0.5 V A (0.02 Ω current shunts)
Common Mode Offset ±2 V peak plant ground to CT common terminal
esolution 0.5 % of 5 A
Accuracy ±1 % of Nominal (1 A or 5 A) (excluding CT error)
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3.6.1 V A RATING OF THE CTS
NOTE: Details for 4 mm² cables are shown for reference only. The connectors on the DSE
modules are only suitable for cables up to 2. mm².
The V A burden of the module on the CTs is 0.5 V A. However depending upon the type and length
of cabling between the CTs and the module, CTs with a greater V A 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
V A 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 1.5 mm² cable is used and the
distance from the CT to the measuring
module is 20 m, then the burden of the
cable alone is approximately 15 V A.
As the burden of the DSE controller is
0.5 V A, then a CT with a rating of at
least 15 V A + 0.5 V A = 15.5 V A
must be used.
If 2.5 mm² cables are used over the
same distance of 20m, then the
burden of the cable on the CT is
approximately 7 V A. CT’s required in
this instance is at least 7.5 V A
(7 V A + 0.5 V A).
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3.6.2 CT POLARITY
NOTE: Take care to ensure correct polarity of the CT primary as shown above. If in doubt,
check with the CT supplier.
Take care to ensure the correct polarity of the CTs. Incorrect CT orientation leads 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 mains in island mode (not in parallel with any other supply) and load the
mains to around 10% of the its rating. Ensure the DSE module shows positive kW for all three
individual phase readings.
TO MAINS
TO LOAD
POLA ITY OF CT P IMA Y
3.6.3 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 mains phase 1.
Incorrect connection of the phases as described above results in incorrect power factor (pf)
measurements, which in turn results in incorrect kW and kV Ar measurements.
One way to check for this is to make use of a single-phase load. Place the load on each phase in
turn, load the mains 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.
3.6.4 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 required to be protected
against, and at the accuracy level required.
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 required. The DSE module is accurate to better than 1% of the full-scale current reading.
To maintain this accuracy fit Class 0.5 or Class 1 CTs.
Check with the CT manufacturer for further advice on selecting of CTs
Labelled as
p1,
k or K
Labelled as
p2,
l or L
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3.7 DIGITAL INPUTS A TO K
Description Specification
Number 11 configurable digital inputs
Negative Switching Activation Connect the input terminal to the plant supply negative terminal
Low Level Threshold 2.1 V minimum
High Level Threshold 6.6 V maximum
Maximum Input Voltage +50 V DC with respect to plant supply negative
Minimum Input Voltage -24 V DC with respect to plant supply negative
Contact Wetting Current 7 mA typical
Open Circuit Voltage 12 V typical
3.8 OUTPUTS
3.8.1 CONFIGURABLE VOLT-FREE OUTPUTS C & D
Description Specification
Type
Normally used for load switching control
Fully configurable volt-free relays.
Output C: Normally Closed
Output D: Normally Open
ating 5 A at 35 V DC
8 A resistive at 250 V AC
3.8.2 CONFIGURABLE DC OUTPUTS E TO J
Description Specification
Arrangement Supplied from DC supply terminal 2
Type Fully configurable
ating 2 A resistive continuous at plant supply
Open Circuit Voltage Plant supply typical
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3.9 COMMUNICATION PORTS
NOTE: For further details of module configuration, refer to DSE Publication: 057-215
DSE8661 Configuration Suite Software Manual.
NOTE: All communication ports can be used at the same time.
Port Specification
USB Slave Port
Type B USB 2.0
For connection to PC running DSE Configuration Suite
Max distance 6 m (20 feet)
USB Host Port
Type A USB 2.0
Capability to add a maximum of 16 GB USB storage device for
data recording only
Serial Communication S232 and S485 are both fitted but and provide independent
operation
S232 Serial Port
Non – isolated
Max Baud rate 115 kbaud subject to configuration
TX, X, TS, CTS, DS , DT , DCD
Male 9 way D type connector
Max distance 15 m (50 feet)
S485 Serial Port
Isolated
Data connection 2 wire + common
Half Duplex
Data direction control for Transmit (by s/w protocol)
Max Baud ate 115 kbaud subject to configuration
External termination required (120 Ω)
Max common mode offset 70 V (on board protection transorb)
Max distance 1.2 km (¾ mile)
Ethernet Port
J45 Ethernet connection for TCP/IP
Auto detecting 10/100 Mbit Ethernet port
Auto MDIX to remove need for crossover cables
Max distance 100 m (328 feet) between routers
DSENet® (Expansion Comms)
Port
Non-isolated
Data connection 2 wire + common
Half Duplex
Data direction control for Transmit (by s/w protocol)
Baud ate 115k
Internal termination fitted (120 Ω)
Max common mode offset ±5 V
Max distance 1.2 km (¾ mile)
MSC Link Port
Isolated
Standard implementation of slow mode, up to 250 kbaud.
External termination required (120 Ω)
Max common mode offset 70 V (on board protection transorb)
Max distance 250 m (273 yards)
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3.9.1 COMMUNICATION PORT USE
3.9.1.1 USB CONNECTION
3.9.1.1.1 USB SLAVE PORT (CONFIGURATION)
NOTE: For further details of module configuration, refer to DSE Publication: 057-215
DSE8661 Configuration Suite Software Manual.
NOTE: DSE stock 2 m (6. feet) USB type A to type B cable, DSE Part Number: 016-12 .
Alternatively they are purchased from any PC or IT store.
NOTE: The DC supply must be connected to the module for configuration by PC.
The USB port is provided to give a simple means of connection between a PC and the 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 mains voltage, bus frequency, load kW, etc.)
of the system are available to be viewed or changed.
To connect a module to a PC by USB, the following items are required:
• DSE8661 Controller
• DSE Configuration Suite PC 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)
3.9.1.1.2 USB HOST PORT (USB STORAGE DEVICE CONNECTION)
NOTE: For further details of module configuration, refer to DSE Publication: 057-215
DSE8661 Configuration Suite Software Manual.
USB Type A connection for connection to an external USB storage device with a maximum size of
16 GB for instrumentation data logging.
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3.9.1.2 RS232 PORT
NOTE: For direct connection an RS232 null modem (crossover) cable is required. This is
rated to a maximum cable length of 1 m.
The S232 port on the controller supports the Modbus TU protocol and is for connection to a single
Modbus master device only.
The MODBUS register table for the controller is available upon request from the DSE Technical
Support Department.
S232 is for short distance communication (max 15 m) and is typically used to connect the controller
to a telephone or GSM modem for more remote communications.
The various operating parameters (such as mains voltage, bus frequency, load kW, etc.) of the
system are available to be viewed.
NOTE: For a single module to PC connection and distances up to 6 m (20 feet) the USB
connection method is more suitable and provides for a lower cost alternative to RS48 (which
is more suited to longer distance connections).
Many PCs are not fitted with an internal S232 serial port. DSE DOES NOT recommend the use of
USB to S232 convertors but can recommend PC add-ons to provide the computer with an S232
port.
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3.9.1.2.1 RECOMMENDED PC RS232 SERIAL PORT ADD-ONS
NOTE: DSE have no business tie to Brainboxes. Over many years, our own engineers
have used these products and are happy to recommend them.
NOTE: For further details of setting up the devices below, refer to the manufacture whose
details are below.
emember to check these parts are suitable for the PC. Consult the PC supplier for further advice.
• Brainboxes PM143 PCMCIA S232 card (for laptop PCs)
• Brainboxes VX-001 Express Card S232 (for laptops and nettops PCs)
• Brainboxes UC246 PCI S232 card (for desktop PCs)
• Brainboxes PX-246 PCI Express 1 Port S232 1 x 9 Pin (for desktop
PCs)
Supplier:
Brainboxes
Tel: [phone]
Web: http://www.brainboxes.com
Email: Sales: [e-mail]
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3.9.1.2.2 RECOMMENDED EXTERNAL MODEMS
NOTE: For GSM modems a SIM card is required, supplied by the 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 enables the modem to answer an incoming
data call. Many ‘pay as you go’ services do not provide a CSD (Circuit Switched Data) SIM
card.
• Multitech Global Modem – MultiModem ZBA (PSTN)
DSE Part Number 020-252
(Contact DSE Sales for details of localisation kits for these modems)
• Sierra Fastrak Xtend GSM modem kit (PSU, Antenna and modem)*
DSE Part number 0830-001-01
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