DynaGen VTSC100 User manual

VTSC100 Transfer Switch Controller
Installation and User Manual
Full Version File: MAN-0068 R1.4, VTSC100 User Manual.doc (September 2013)
VTSC100
Transfer Switch Controller

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Table of Contents
INTRODUCTION 4
SPECIFICATIONS 5
VTSC100 Identification 6
Wiring Guidelines 7
12/24VDC Operation 7
Terminal Description 8
Outline Dimension Drawing 9
TIMER SETTINGS 10
TDES 11
TDNE 11
TDEN 11
TDEC 11
TDNP –Delay on Neutral 11
Test point measurements 12
120/277 System Voltage Setting 13
50/60 Hertz setting 14
Load/No load 15
Over/Under Voltage setting 16
Over/Under Frequency setting 17
DIP SWITCH SETTING –MASTER CHART 18
MANUAL TEST CONFIGURATION 19
LED INDICATIONS 21
LOGIC SEQUENCE 22

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INTRODUCTION
The VTSC100 Transfer Switch Controller provides all the necessary timing functions for the
proper operation of DynaGen’s Vigilant Series Automatic Transfer Switch. The VTSC100, in
conjunction with DynaGen’s Vigilant Series Transfer Switch, allows customer adjustability
for specific transfer conditions. In addition to adjustability, specific transfer conditions are also
represented by LED illumination from the external annunciation board.
The VTSC100 allows customer adjustability of transfer conditions such as engine start delay,
delay on neutral (available on 600A –1250A), normal to emergency delay, emergency to
normal delay, and engine cooldown. Simple potentiometer variations will determine the
amount of time the VTSC100 will wait before activating specific outputs to control transfer
switch conditions. Test points are provided on the VTSC100 for the accurate calibration of
time delays.
As the VTSC100 controls DynaGen’s Vigilant Transfer Switch functions, specific conditions
are shown by the controller on the external LED board. Specific LED’s will be illuminated or
flashing depending upon the condition or status of the controller. The VTSC100 will display
status via the external LED board when the transfer switch has been initiated to be in the
normal position, emergency position as well as when a transfer is initiated to go in to neutral
position. A status LED from the external LED board is also used to display to the user when a
power failure is simulated. When a utility failure is simulated, either manually by the user or
automatically by the engine exerciser, an LED from the VTSC100’s external LED board
indication this condition will illuminate.

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VTSC100 Specifications
VTSC100 does not support Delta configurations.
DC Voltage Rating
12/24 VDC
(Voltage Range 9 - 30 VDC)
DC Power Cons.
25mA @ 12 VDC
Current Rating
10A remote start dry contacts
Control Setting
Ranges.
Function
Range
Default Setting
Time Delay
Engine Start
3-32 seconds
13 seconds
(1.56Vdc @ TP J2-2)
Time Delay
Transfer to
Emergency
11-64 seconds
21 seconds
(0.78Vdc @ TP J2-3)
Time Delay
Transfer to Normal
9-256 seconds
256 seconds
(5.00Vdc@ TP J2-4)
Time Delay
Engine Cooldown
0-256 seconds
256 seconds
(5.00Vdc@ TP J2-1)
Time Delay Neutral
Position*
(see note below)
0-64 seconds
10 seconds
(0.78Vdc@ TP J2-5)
Normal Line
Sensing Under
Voltage
Dropout (11-18%)
Pickup (6-13%)
(+/- 2% accuracy)
Dropout (18%)
Pickup (13%)
(+/- 2% accuracy)
Normal Line
Sensing Under
Frequency
5-12%
(+/- 1% accuracy)
12%
(+/- 1% accuracy)
Emergency Line
Sensing Under
Voltage
Dropout (11-18%)
Pickup (6-13%)
(+/- 2% accuracy)
Dropout (18%)
Pickup (13%)
(+/- 2% accuracy)
Emergency Line
Sensing Under
Frequency
5-12%
(+/- 1% accuracy)
12%
(+/- 1% accuracy)
Over/Under Voltage
Sensing
Sensing is L-N1.
Dropout (11-18%) Pickup (6-13%) adjustable
Percentage above or below normal voltage to recognize an unacceptable
voltage condition. (+/- 2% accuracy)
Over/Under
Frequency Sensing
5-12% adjustable
Percentage above or below normal freq to recognize an unacceptable
frequency condition. (+/- 1% accuracy)
Test Input
Included for remote test switch
Test switch
Included
Overall Dimensions
8.511” x 3.75” x 1.7”
*Feature only included on VTSC100-(240/480)-(12/24)-D Boards. Not on X types.
1One of the connected L-N phases must be below the under-voltage threshold to initiate
transfer sequence.

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VTSC100 Product Number Identification
The Vigilant Transfer Switch controller product numbering scheme provides
significant information pertaining to a specific model. The product Number
Identification Table (see Table 1) provides the required information. An
example is offered to initially simplify the process.
A product number VTSC100-XXX –XX-X would consist of a combination of information
from the following table.
TABLE1: IDENTIFICATION TABLE
Position 1-7
Position 9-11
Position 13-14
Position 16
Series
AC Voltage
DC Voltage
Neutral Delay
VTSC100
240=240VAC
480=480VAC
12=12VDC
24=24VDC
D=Neutral Delay
X=No Neutral Delay
Example: The product number VTSC100-480-12-D would be described as follows:
The transfer switch controller was designed to operate in a single or three phase
480VAC/12VDC system. The controller is capable of performing the Delay on
Neutral (TDNP) function.

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WIRING GUIDELINES
VTSC100 does not support Delta configurations.
1. DO NOT use wire smaller than 16 AWG on terminals 1, 2, 3 and 4 of the 5-position
connector for +12/24VDC, battery ground, RSC1 or RSC2 connections.
2. DO NOT use wire smaller than 18 AWG on terminal 5 of the 5-position connector for the
test switch input.
3. DO NOT exceed the maximum rated current and voltage on the Remote Start Contacts
(RSC1 & RSC2). Do not exceed 10 amps for RSC1 & RSC2.
4. The remote start connections from the timer module are internally fused. If fusing is
replaced, use a 10 AMP automotive style fuse.
5. Do not switch AC voltages with remote start connections from timer module.
6. Jumpers must be installed in the 12/24VDC jumper location on the VTSC100 for 12VDC
operation.
12/24 VDC OPERATION
The VTSC100 controller is designed to operate
in a 12 OR 24 VDC system voltage.
In 12VDC system operation, the controller requires that
jumpers be installed in the 12/24VDC jumper location.
In 24VDC system operation, the controller requires that
no jumpers be installed in the 12/24VDC jumper location.
A total of five jumpers need to be installed for
12VDC operation as illustrated.
Installing jumpers in the 12/24 VDC
jumper locations for 24VDC system operation
may damage the VTSC100 controller.
Jumper
installed
for 12VDC
Jumper
Jumper
Jumper
Jumper not
installed
for 24VDC
Jumper
Jumper

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5-POSITION TERMINAL DESCRIPTION
Term #
Description
J27-1
+12/24 VDC Battery power terminal.
J27-2
Battery ground connection for the timer module. A good ground connection,
directly from the battery, is required for proper operation.
J27-3
RSC1, provided for the connection of one lead from the remote start contacts of
engine controller.
J27-4
RSC2, provided for the connection of one lead from the remote start contacts of
engine controller.
J27-5
Test switch input (apply ground to simulate loss of utility)
9-POSITION TERMINAL DESCRIPTION
Term #
Description
J1-1
Normal Phase A
J1-2
Normal Neutral
J1-3
Neutral
J1-4
Normal Phase B
J1-5
Neutral
J1-6
Emergency Phase A
J1-7
Normal Phase C
J1-8
Emergency Phase C
J1-9
Emergency Phase B
12-POSITION TERMINAL DESCRIPTION
Term #
Description
J3-1
Emergency A 120V
J3-2
Not Used
J3-3
Not used
J3-4
Emergency Output B1
J3-5
Trip Coil AT1
J3-6
Trip Coil BT1
J3-7
Normal A 120V
J3-8
Normal A 120V
J3-9
Exerciser Input
J3-10
Normal Output A1
J3-11
Not used
J3-12
Exerciser Ground

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VTSC100 GENERAL LAYOUT
*Drawing not to scale

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TIMER SETTINGS
.
DANGER: Never adjust settings with AC power on. This
controller and transfer switch mechanism contain dangerously high
voltage. Signs should be placed in transfer switch vicinity to indicate
this important safety measure.
DANGER: Never adjust settings with AC power on.
Completely isolate all sources of AC power from controller and
transfer switch mechanism before making any adjustments.
All necessary timing functions of the VTSC100 are configurable through the use of on-board
potentiometers (POTS). Each pot has a 270 degree adjustment rotation, and can be increased
by turning the pot clockwise and decreased by turning the pot counter-clockwise using the
included pot adjustors.
Note: The TDNP potentiometer is not included on the VTSC100-240-12-X version.

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The following adjustable timing functions are included in the VTSC100. Any adjustments
must be made by qualified electricians only. Accurate adjustments may be performed
following the test point measurements described on page 12.
1: TDEC: Time Delay Engine Cool: Adjustable from 0 to 256 seconds. This delay allows the
engine to continue running after the transfer switch returns to the normal position.
When the VTSC100 recognizes that the transfer switch is in the normal position
after an emergency to normal transfer, the generator will continue to run under a no
load condition until the engine cool time delay has expired. Pot resolution is 1
second per each 20mV.
2: TDES: Time Delay Engine Start: Adjustable from 0 to 32 Seconds. This delay prevents
unnecessary engine starts. When a utility failure is recognized by the VTSC100, the
engine start time delay period must expire before sending a signal to the generators
automatic start controller. If the utility source is restored before the time delay
expires the transfer switch will stay in its normal position and no signal will be
given for automatic start. Pot resolution is 1 second per each 160mV.
3: TDNE: Time Delay Normal to Emergency: Adjustable from 0 to 64 seconds. This delay
allows the generator to stabilize before any load is transferred. When the VTSC100
recognizes that the generator has started, the transfer switch will wait until the
normal to emergency time delay has expired before switching to the neutral and
emergency position. This normal to emergency time delay allows the generator to be
fully running before supplying power to a load. Pot resolution is 1 second per each
80mV.
4: TDEN: Time Delay Emergency to Normal: Adjustable from 0 to 256 seconds. This
allows the utility source to be monitored for stability. When the VTSC100
recognizes that the utility source has been restored, the transfer switch will wait
until the emergency to normal time delay has expired before switching to the
neutral and normal position. This emergency to normal time delay allows the
utility to be monitored for the set amount of time to confirm that it is fully
restored and stable. Pot resolution is 1 second per each 20mV.
5: TDNP: Delay on Neutral time: Adjustable from 0 to 64 seconds. This delay allows the
transfer switch to temporarily stop between normal to emergency and emergency to
normal transfers. The temporary stop allows controlled isolation between the both
normal and emergency sources. Performing a set time delay between normal to
emergency and emergency to normal transfers allows controlled protection against
both the normal and emergency power sources to ever become connected
simultaneously. Pot resolution is 1 second per each 80mV. TDNP adjustments are
optional and are only included on D type boards. X boards do not have this feature.

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Test Point Measurements:
All timing adjustments may be accurately made by
measuring the reference voltage supplied at the test
point connector located on the VTSC100. A volt
meter may be used to manually measure and adjust
the time delay functions. Simply install the voltage
meter between the proper test point terminal and
ground. The following formula may be used for
proper adjustments.
Test Point voltage = (Desired time in seconds / Max
time in seconds) x 5
Example: For a Time Delay Engine Start (TDES) of
10 Seconds
Test Point voltage = (10 / 32) x 5
Test Point voltage = 1.5625 VDC for TDES
Test point #1 = TDEC
Test point #2 = TDES
Test point #3 = TDNE
Test point #4 = TDEN
Test point #5 = TDNP

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120/240 OR 277/480 VAC SYSTEM VOLTAGE SETTING
DO NOT ADJUST: Please note that this setting is factory set and must not be adjusted
by the customer. Improper system voltage settings may cause the controller to function
improperly. 120/240 and 277/480 VAC systems require specific hardware, so simply
adjusting this setting in the field will not convert the system voltage of the board.
The dip switch in location #1 on the VTSC100 is used at the factory to set the unit for
120/240 or 277/480 VAC systems.
Boards with the following Product Number Identification must have switch location #1 in the
OFF position:
1. VTSC100-240-12-X
2. VTSC100-240-12-D
Boards with the following Product Number Identification must have switch location #1 in the
ON position:
1. VTSC100-480-12-D

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50/60 HERTZ SETTING
Please note that this setting is factory set for a 60 HZ system. If the unit is being
installed into a 50 HZ system the unit will need to be manually adjusted using the 50/60 HZ
setting. Improper system frequency settings may cause the controller to function improperly.
The dip switch located on the VTSC100 is used to set the unit for 50 or 60 Hz systems. When
switch location #2 is ON, the system is configured for 60 Hz. When switch location #2 is
OFF, the unit is configured for 50 Hz systems.
The 50 /60 Hz connection is used as follows:
Function
Dip
Switch
50/60 HZ
#2
50 HZ
OFF
60 HZ
ON

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\LOAD / NO LOAD SETTING
The dip switch located on the VTSC100 is used to set the load / no load setting. When switch
location #3 is ON, the system is configured for a load condition. When switch location #3 is
OFF, the unit is configured for a no load condition.
This setting applies to the engine exerciser only. This setting allows for exercising or testing
of the transfer switch under a load or no load condition.
When exercising the transfer switch under a load condition the switch will transfer to
generator emergency power. When exercising the transfer switch under a no load condition
the switch will not transfer and stay in the normal power position.
Function
Dip
Switch
Load/No Load
#3
No Load
OFF
Load
ON

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OVER/UNDER VOLTAGE SETTINGS
Please note that the default factory setting is for an 18% dropout and 13% pickup
failure range. The VTSC100 is set for a less selective condition (higher percentage selection)
as default. The default setting is an appropriate operating range especially if the transfer
switch is being installed into an electrical system prone to fluctuations. A narrower operating
range may be selected if appropriate.
The dip switch located on the VTSC100 is used to set the Over/Under voltage setting.
Depending upon the positions of Dip Switch locations 4, 5 and 6 the VTSC100 will
determine when to recognise a utility voltage failure. When switch location #4, 5, and 6 are
ON, the system is configured for an 11% Dropout range and a 6% Pickup range. An example
of an 11% dropout and a 6% pickup range for a standard 120VAC system would be as
follows: the controller would recognise a failure at 133.2V or at 106.8V. When the voltage
goes above 133.2V a failure is recognized. The failure will be recognized until the voltage
goes below 127.2V. See example for a 120V system with an 11% dropout and a 6% pickup.
Function
Dip Switch
#4
#5
#6
Under/Over
Voltage
%
DO
PU
18
13
OFF
OFF
OFF
17
12
OFF
OFF
ON
16
11
OFF
ON
OFF
15
10
OFF
ON
ON
14
9
ON
OFF
OFF
13
8
ON
OFF
ON
12
7
ON
ON
OFF
11
6
ON
ON
ON

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OVER/UNDER FREQUENCY SETTINGS
P lease note that the default factory setting is for a 12% failure range. The VTSC100 is
set for a less selective condition (higher percentage selection) as default. The default setting is
an appropriate operating range especially if the transfer switch is being installed into an
electrical system prone to fluctuations. A narrower operating range may be selected if
appropriate.
The dip switch located on the VTSC100 is used to set the Over/Under frequency setting.
Depending upon the positions of dip switch locations 7, 8 and 9 the VTSC100 will determine
when to recognize a utility failure. When switch location #7, 8, and 9 are ON, the system is
configured for a 5% failure range. If the utility frequency varies to 5% over or 5% under the
normal system utility frequency, the frequency will be recognized as a failure. For example if
dip switch locations 7, 8 and 9 are ON, the over frequency setting would be 63Hz for 60Hz
systems. When the frequency goes above 63Hz a failure is recognized. When the frequency
goes below 57Hz a failure is recognized. See example for a 120V system with a 5%
Over/Under frequency rating.
Function
Dip Switch
Under/Over
Frequency
%
Range
#7
#8
#9
12
OFF
OFF
OFF
11
OFF
OFF
ON
10
OFF
ON
OFF
9
OFF
ON
ON
8
ON
OFF
OFF
7
ON
OFF
ON
6
ON
ON
OFF
5
ON
ON
ON

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DIP SWITCH SETTINGS –MASTER CHART
Function
Dip Switch Locations
#9
#8
#7
#6
#5
#4
#3
#2
#1
Under/Over
Frequency
% out
12
OFF
OFF
OFF
-
-
-
-
-
-
11
OFF
OFF
ON
-
-
-
-
-
-
10
OFF
ON
OFF
-
-
-
-
-
-
9
OFF
ON
ON
-
-
-
-
-
-
8
ON
OFF
OFF
-
-
-
-
-
-
7
ON
OFF
ON
-
-
-
-
-
-
6
ON
ON
OFF
-
-
-
-
-
-
5
ON
ON
ON
-
-
-
-
-
-
Under/Over
Voltage
%
DO
PU
18
13
-
-
-
OFF
OFF
OFF
-
-
-
17
12
-
-
-
OFF
OFF
ON
-
-
-
16
11
-
-
-
OFF
ON
OFF
-
-
-
15
10
-
-
-
OFF
ON
ON
-
-
-
14
9
-
-
-
ON
OFF
OFF
-
-
-
13
8
-
-
-
ON
OFF
ON
-
-
-
12
7
-
-
-
ON
ON
OFF
-
-
-
11
6
-
-
-
ON
ON
ON
-
-
-
Load/No Load
Load
-
-
-
-
-
-
ON
-
-
No Load
-
-
-
-
-
-
OFF
-
-
50/60 HZ
50
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
OFF
-
60
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
ON
-
120/277 VAC
120
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
OFF
277
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
ON

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MANUAL TEST CONFIGURATION
.
DANGER: Never adjust settings with AC power on. This
controller and transfer switch mechanism contain dangerously high
voltage. Signs should be placed in transfer switch vicinity to indicate
this important safety measure.
DANGER: Never adjust settings with AC power on.
Completely isolate all sources of AC power from controller and
transfer switch mechanism before making any adjustments.

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The VTSC100 has an on board test switch included for manual testing of the transfer switch
mechanism. The VTSC100 test switch may be used to test the system under a load condition.
Testing may be preformed simply by setting the test switch to the “test” position. The test
position would be the position farthest from the adjustable pots.
Test Switch
Test
Normal
Test Switch
Please note that this setting is factory set with the test switch in the normal position.
Installing controller with test switch set to the “test” position will initiate an engine start up,
even when the utility source is within acceptable limits.