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VAMP 221
Arc protection system
Operation and configuration instructions
Technical description

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Operation and configuration instructions
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Table of Contents
1. General ...................................................................................4
1.1. VAMP 221 arc protection system components .............4
1.1.1. Central unit VAMP 221..............................................6
1.1.2. I/O units VAM 10L, VAM 4C, VAM 3L and VAM
3LX ................................................................................7
1.1.3. Arc sensors VA 1 DA, VA 1 EH, ARC-SLx and VA 1
DP .................................................................................8
1.1.4. Other system components.....................................12
1.2. Operational safety............................................................13
2. User interface .......................................................................14
2.1. Front panel of the central unit VAMP 221 .....................14
2.1.1. Display and status indications ...............................15
2.1.2. Buttons and programming switches.....................16
2.1.3. Moving in menus......................................................17
2.2. I/O unit front panels ..........................................................18
2.2.1. VAM 10L - front panel .............................................19
2.2.2. I/O unit VAM 3L - front plate ..................................20
2.2.3. I/O unit VAM 3LX - front plate................................21
2.2.4. I/O unit VAM 4C - front plate.................................22
2.2.5. Multiplying relay VAR 4CE – front plate................23
2.2.6. Multiplying relay VAMP 4R - front plate................24
. VAMP 221 arc protection system operation and
troubleshooting..........................................................................25
3.1. System status indications .................................................25
3.1.1. Arc fault.....................................................................26
3.1.2. Overcurrent alarm...................................................27
3.1.3. Self-supervision alarm..............................................29
3.1.4. Fault codes ...............................................................30
3.2. Using programming switches ..........................................36
3.2.1. Central unit’s programming switches...................37
3.2.2. Programming switches - I/O units..........................38
3.3. Adjusting the overcurrent setting ...................................41
3.4. Configuration of the arc protection system .................43
3.4.1. Checking system configuration ............................45
4. System commissioning ........................................................46
4.1. Testing - general................................................................46
4.2. Performing the testing ......................................................47
4.3. Periodic commissioning ...................................................47

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1. General
This first part, Operation and configuration instructions, of the
Manual contains a general description of and user instructions
for the VAMP 221 Arc Protection System components and
functions. This section also includes parametering and
configuration instructions and instructions for changing the
setting values.
The second part, Technical description, contains a detailed
description of the protection functions, application e amples
and technical data.
Software revision history
3.08 Self-supervision alarm display is manually reset only.
3.10 Detection of system fault takes about 100 seconds.
1.1. VAMP 221 arc protection system
components
VAMP 221 is an easily adaptable arc protection system for the
protection of electricity distribution systems. VAMP 221
significantly reduces the risk of potential personal damage, and
material and production losses caused by arc fault.
VAMP 221 in a nutshell:
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system operating time 7 milliseconds
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accurate location of arc fault
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four selective protection zones
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self-supervision of the entire system
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system cabling with standard cables
•
automatic system configuration
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phase current measuring
•
earth-fault current measuring
VAMP 221 complies with the latest standards concerning the
electromagnetic compliance (EMC) of protective relays.

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Figure 1.1-1 VAMP 221 Arc Protection System
VAMP 221 is a modular system consisting of a central unit, I/O
units, arc sensors and possible multiplying relays.
Thanks to its modularity, the system can easily be adapted to
different targets requiring arc protection, from simple systems
comprising one central unit and one I/O unit to versatile
selective systems comprising several central units.
The VAMP 221 arc protection system is suitable for both low
and medium voltage switchgear. In addition to new switchgear,
the system can also be installed on e isting switchgear.

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1.1.1. Central unit VAMP 221
Figure 1.1.1-1 The central unit VAMP 221
The central unit VAMP 221 contains the following functions:
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3-phase overcurrent and arc stage
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Alternatively, 2-phase overcurrent, earth-fault and arc
stage
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Circuit breaker failure protection stage (CBFP)
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Optional trip criteria (I>&L>, I
0
>&L> or L>)
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Two mutually independent tripping groups
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Four output trip relays
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Four protection zones
•
BI/O bus for light and overcurrent information
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Status, fault and trip indications
•
Accommodates up to 16 I/O units
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System self-supervision

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1.1.2. I/O units VAM 10L, VAM L, VAM LX and
VAM 4C
L1/L3 L2/Io
4.0
2.0
1.0
0.5
0.1
x In
POWER
COM
ERROR
COM 1 COM 2
L1 L2 L3
CURRENT TRANSFORMER
Addr.
Zone2
Zone1
Zone4
Zone3
SW1
TRIP
VAM 4C
16 15 14 13 12 11 10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 X2
X1
SW1
Addr.
Zone
L+I / L
Latch
BI/O
SENSOR
OK
ACT
TRIP
COM 1 COM 2
POWER
COM
ERROR
CH1 CH2 CH3
SENSOR INPUTS
R1 T1 R2 T2 R3 T3
VAM 3L
X2
16 15 14 13 12 11 10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1
SW1
SENSOR
OK
ACT
COM 1 COM 2
POWER
COM
ERROR
TRIP
Addr.
Zone
L+I / L
Latch
L> ext/int
SENSOR INPUTS
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10
MOELLER
X1 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20
X2
12345678910111213141516
VAM 10L
VAM_famil
SW1
Addr.
Zone
L+I / L
Latch
BI/O
SENSOR
OK
ACT
TRIP
COM 1 COM 2
POWER
COM
ERROR
CH1 CH2 CH3
SENSOR INPUTS
R1 T1 R2 T2 R3 T3
VAM 3LX
X2
16 15 14 13 12 11 10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1
CH1 CH2 CH3
Adj Adj Adj
Figure 1.1.2-1 I/O units VAM 10L, VAM 3L, VAM 3LX and VAM 4C
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Sensors are connected to the central unit via I/O units.
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VAM 10L accommodates up to 10 arc sensors
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VAM 3L accommodates up to 3 fibre loops
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VAM 3LX accommodates up to 3 fibre loops with sensitivity
adjust
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VAM 4C accommodates up to 3 current transformers
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The I/O units are equipped with one output trip relay.
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Indication of active sensor.
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Protection zone addresses (ma . 4 zones)
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Detachable e ternal wiring terminal blocks (does not apply
to the current terminals of VAM 4C).
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Connection for a portable arc sensor (VAM 10L , 3LX and
3L)
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Free placement in the switchgear.
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Intra-unit cabling with factory-made modular cable or
instrumentation cable.

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1.1. . Arc sensors VA 1 DA, VA 1 EH, ARC-SLx and
VA 1 DP
Sensors placed in the switchgear transfer the light information
to the I/O units.
Arc sensor VA 1 DA
Figure 1.1.3-1 Arc sensor VA 1 DA
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Strong light is transformed to a current signal in the sensor
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VAM 10L transfers the current signal to the central unit
•
Standard cable lengths 6 m and 20 m
•
The sensor type offers a cost-effective arc protection
solution
•
Easy to install and repair (after arc faults, for e ample)
•
Normal installation involves one sensor in each switchgear
compartment
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Self-supervised arc sensor

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Arc sensor VA 1 EH
Figure 1.1.3-2 Arc sensor VA 1 EH
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Strong light is transformed to a current signal in the sensor
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VAM 10L transfers the current signal to the central unit
•
Standard cable lengths 6 m and 20 m
•
The sensor type offers a cost-effective arc protection
solution
•
The sensor can be installed in a tube, for e ample, so that
the active light detector sees the monitored zone.
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Self-supervised arc sensor

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Arc fibre sensor ARC –SLx
Figure 1.1.3-3 Arc fibre sensor ARC-SL
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The fibre sensor is a durable glass fibre, which is
manufactured in lengths of 10, 15, 20, 25, 30 and 35 metres
•
The first 2.5 metres of the fibre are insulated against light
•
The detected light information is transferred to the
VAM 3L /VAM 3LX unit inside the fibre
•
The fibre will be installed to go through the supervised
compartments
•
Monitoring the light information with a fibre system is a
cost-effective solution e.g. in low voltage switchgears with
several compartments
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Self-supervised arc sensor

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Portable arc sensor VA 1 DP
Figure 1.1.3-4 Portable arc sensor VA 1 DP
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Improves personal safety when working with live voltage
switchgear.
•
The sensor is to be connected to the nearest light I/O unit
(VAM 10L, VAM 3L or VAM 3LX) using a snap-in
connector
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Cable length 5 metres
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The sensor is designed to be attached e.g. to the edge of a
pocket in the technician’s working wear

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1.1.4. Other system components
Multiplying relay VAR 4CE
Figure 1.1.4-1 Multiplying relay VAR 4CE
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Four potential-free electromechanical output trip relays.
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Multiplying relay operating time 5 ms
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Control either through the I/O unit trip relay or DO output

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Modular cable VX001
Figure 1.1.4-2 Modular cable VX001
The I/O and master units are to be connected to each other
using a modular cable approved by the manufacturer. The cable
is equipped with quick- disconnect connectors.
You can also use an instrumentation cable, in which case the
connection is made via the screw terminals in the central unit
and the I/O units.
Modular cables are available in lengths of 1, 3, 5, 7, 10, 15, 20,
25, 30, 40 and 50 metres. If necessary, custom lengths
e ceeding 10 metres can also be provided.
NOTE! The total length of the modular or instrumentation cables of
the system, measured from the central unit to the furthest I/O
unit, may not e ceed 100 metres.
1.2. Operational safety
Dangerous voltages may occur at the terminal in the back
panel of the central unit, even though the au iliary power
supply has been disconnected. Do not open the secondary
circuit of a live current transformer. Disconnecting the
secondary circuit of a live current transformer may cause
dangerous overcurrents! Always observe all national and
regional regulations and guidelines.
Read any instructions carefully before performing any
operations.

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2. User interface
The control and acknowledgement functions of the VAMP 221
arc protection system are mainly carried out using the push
buttons on the central unit. Information on equipment status
and operation can also be read on the central unit’s display and
indicator lights.
2.1. Front panel of the central unit VAMP
221
1A
5A
x In
VY 069A
Power
Com
Error
Trip 4
Trip 2
Trip 3
I>int.
I>ext.
Trip 1
VAMP 221
Arc Protection Relay
Run
Install
Info
Temp set
Temp
Current
Error code
x In
0.5
4
6
0.05
1.0
5.0
L1,L3
L2/Io
1.5
Latch
L> & I>
CBFP
100 ms
Relay Matrix
Master
non Latch
L>
Fast
150 ms
Slave
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
OFF ON
VAMP221_front
Figure 2.1-1 Central unit VAMP 221 - front panel
The front panel of the central unit contains all the
programming and control buttons, and the DIP-switches that
control the operation of the central unit.

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2.1.1. Display and status indications
Power
Com
Error
Trip 4
Trip 2
Trip 3
I>int.
I>ext.
Trip 1
VAMP 221
Arc Protection Relay
Run
Install
Info
Temp set
Temp
Current
Error code
123
4
7
6
5
8
VMAP221_disp
Figure 2.1.1-1 Central unit VAMP 221 - display and status indications
1. Operating status indication lights, see section ‘Moving in
menus’
RUN normal operation
INSTALL system configuration
INFO system configuration check
TEMP SET reserved for future use
TEMP reserved for future use
CURRENT current setting limit and measurement
indication
ERROR reading and resetting of fault memory
2. Display
3. POWER indicator light, indicates all supply voltages are in
order.
4. COM indicator light, blinks in INSTALL mode when the
central units and I/O units are communicating.
5. ERROR indicator light, indicates internal fault detected by
the relay self-diagnostics.
NOTE! The light also blinks dimly in normal operating mode (visible
only in the dark).
6. Trip indication lights, indicate which trip stages have been
activated.
7. I>int LED light, indicates overcurrent activation of the
central unit.
8. I>int LED light, indicates overcurrent activation outside
the central unit.
NOTE! Any rippling in the display is due to its refresh rate.

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NOTE! Moving in the operating menus does not affect the operation of
the arc protection; the system is ready to activate once the
system has been configured and while the central unit is
connected to an operating voltage.
2.1.2. Buttons and programming switches
1A
5A
x In
VY 069A
x In
0.5
4
6
0.05
1.0
5.0
L1,L3
L2/Io
1.5
2
3
4
6
7
8
15
Latch
L> & I>
CBFP
100 ms
Relay Matrix
Master
non Latch
L>
Fast
150 ms
Slave
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
OFF ON
VAMP221_keyb
Figure 2.1.2-1 Buttons and programming switches
1. Programming switches for the trip relay matri
2. Selection switch for the secondary current of the current
transformer
3. Overcurrent setting knob (I
L1
, I
L3
), setting range 0.5…6 I
n
4. Overcurrent setting knob (I
L1
, I
0
), setting range 0.05…5 I
n
5. Navigation keys
6. SET push button for activating functions
7. ENTER push button for e ecuting functions
8. Communication port for loading software updates, not
needed in normal operation.
For more details on the trip relay matri , see section 3.3 Using
programming switches.

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2.1. . Moving in menus
RUN
INSTALL
INFO
ERROR CODE
RUN
INSTALL
INFO
CURRENT
ERROR CODE
Information of last
activation
(I/O unit no. / sensor no.)
Number of I/O units and
sensors connected to
central unit
Number of sensors
in specific
I/O unit
Indication of pick-up
current and
instantaneous currents
Sensor no. or
error code
Use the trimmer for adjust
the level of pick-up current
Use push-button for
clearing error codes (one
error code in time)
Use push-button for check
number of sensors connected
to active I/O unit
Use push-button for
configurate the system
Use push-button for
reset I/O units indicators
and trip relays
TEMP SET
Reserved for
future use
TEMP
Reserved for
future use
RUN
Use push-button for
clearing the memory
MMI-Guide
Figure 2.1.3-1 Moving in the mode menu

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Select the operating status with the up and down navigation
keys on the central unit.
To activate a function, use the S key. A blinking display
indicates that the function has been activated. Press E to
confirm the e ecution of an activated function. To cancel an
activated function, press S again.
Use the left and right navigation keys to browse parallel
information; for e ample, you can change the I/O unit you wish
to view in the INFO mode or compare the current limit setting
values the measured earth-fault and/or phase currents.
NOTE! If you do not touch the buttons for one minute, the central unit
automatically returns to the normal operating mode (RUN).
Regardless of which menu is displayed the arc system will
always be ready to operate!
2.2. I/O unit front panels
Usually, there is no need to touch the front panel during
normal operation, since all the necessary information can be
read from the central unit display. However, after a new
installation or a system e pand you will need to program
certain functions (zone/address, trip output) in the I/O unit.
NOTE! If you unfasten the terminal blocks during installation,
remember to tighten the fi ing screws after installation! Also
tighten the screws even if you did not unfasten the blocks.

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2.2.1. VAM 10L - front panel
SW1
SENSOR
OK
ACT
COM 1 COM 2
POWER
COM
ERROR
TRIP
Addr.
Zone
L+I / L
Latch
L> ext/int
SENSOR INPUTS
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10
MOELLER
X1 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20
X2
12345678910111213141516
VAM 10L
1
12
3
4
5
6
7
9
10
11
8
2
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
OFF ON
VAM10L
Figure 2.2.1-1 Arc sensor I/O unit VAM 10L
1. Connection for portable arc sensor (VA 1 DP)
2. Programming switches
3. POWER indicator light, indicates that the supply
voltages of each component are in order.
4. COM indicator light, lit when the central unit and I/O
units are communicating. See page 16.
5. ERROR indicator light, indicates an internal fault
detected by the component’s self-diagnostics. Such faults
include faulty arc sensor or changes in the amount of
sensors. See page 16.
6. Connector sockets for the VX001 modular cables
7. LED lights indicating sensor activation
8. Terminal block for ten arc sensors
9. Portable arc sensor VA 1 DP connected and operational
10.Portable arc sensor activated
11.I/O unit trip relay activated
12.Terminal block for e ternal communication and BI/O
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2.2.2. I/O unit VAM L - front plate
SW1
Addr.
Zone
L+I / L
Latch
BI/O
SENSOR
OK
ACT
TRIP
COM 1 COM 2
POWER
COM
ERROR
CH1 CH2 CH3
SENSOR INPUTS
R1 T1 R2 T2 R3 T3
VAM 3L
X2
16 15 14 13 12 11 10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1
1
12
3
4
5
6
7
9
10
11
8
2
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
OFF ON
VAM3L
Figure 2.2.2-1 Arc fibre sensor I/O unit VAM 3L
1. Connection for portable arc sensor (VA 1 DP)
2. Programming switches
3. POWER indicator light, indicates that the supply
voltages of each component are in order.
4. COM indicator light, lit when the central units and I/O
units are communicating. See page 16.
5. ERROR indicator light, indicates an internal fault
detected by the component’s self-diagnostics. Such faults
include faulty arc sensor or changes in the amount of
sensors. See page 16.
6. Connector sockets for the VX001 modular cables
7. LED lights indicating sensor activation
8. Terminals for three fibre sensors
9. Portable arc sensor VA 1 DP connected and operational
10.Portable arc sensor activated
11.I/O unit trip relay activated
12.Terminal block for e ternal communication and BI/O
channels and trip signal
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