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Page 1 Compact Controller for Stand-by and Parallel Operating Gen-sets Inteli New Technology Modular Generator Controller Multiple Internal engines application – SW configuration MINT - GeCon IG-NT, IG-NTC, IG-EE, IG-EEC Software version IGS-NT-GeCon-1.4, June 2007 USER GUIDE Copyright © 2006-7 ComAp s.r.o. ComAp, spol. s r.o.
Page 2: Table Of Contents
Timer settings...............................63 Act. calls/SMS ..............................63 Date/Time..............................65 Controller configuration and monitoring ......................66 Direct connection to the PC .........................66 GenConfig functions.............................66 InteliMonitor..............................67 Modbus protocol............................67 Value and setpoint codes..........................67 Technical data ..............................67 Inteli NT GeCon MINT, SW Version 1.4, ©ComAp – June 2007 IGS-NT-GeCon-MINT-1.4.PDF...
Page 3: General Guidelines
Note: ComAp believes that all information provided herein is correct and reliable and reserves the right to update at any time. ComAp does not assume any responsibility for its use unless otherwise expressly undertaken.
Page 4 CAN DESTROY THE GEN-SET !!! The following instructions are for qualified personnel only. To avoid personal injury do not perform any action not specified in this User guide !!! Inteli NT GeCon MINT, SW Version 1.4, ©ComAp – June 2007 IGS-NT-GeCon-MINT-1.4.PDF...
Page 5: General Description
Available documentation IGS-NT-Application guide-2.1.pdf Application examples. IGS-NT-Installation guide-2.1.pdf All modules wiring. IGS-NT-Operator guide-2.1.pdf Brief panel buttons, display handling guide. GenConfig-2.1.pdf PC configuration tool guide. InteliMonitor-2.1.pdf PC monitoring tool guide. Inteli NT GeCon MINT, SW Version 1.4, ©ComAp – June 2007 IGS-NT-GeCon-MINT-1.4.PDF...
Page 6: Functions
Gen-set cannot be started and operated from IG-NT-GeCon controller – no response for panell buttons and Binary input commands. Hint: Switching to OFF mode is blocked on running engine to avoid accidental engine stop by mode change or by firmware or configuration programming. Inteli NT GeCon MINT, SW Version 1.4, ©ComAp – June 2007 IGS-NT-GeCon-MINT-1.4.PDF...
Page 7 Gen-set is loaded/unloaded from GeCon panel – GCB button GeCon BI: GCBButton Direct GCB “hand” control Remotely e.g. from InteliMonitor Inteli NT GeCon MINT, SW Version 1.4, ©ComAp – June 2007 IGS-NT-GeCon-MINT-1.4.PDF...
Page 8: Power Management
Activation: #Pwr mgmt mode = ABS (kW) Power management in kVA Guarantees adjustable load reserve (load step) in kVA. Suitable for generator- or busbar dimensioning- based optimization. Activation: #Pwr mgmt mode = ABS (kVA) Inteli NT GeCon MINT, SW Version 1.4, ©ComAp – June 2007 IGS-NT-GeCon-MINT-1.4.PDF...
Page 9 Optional functions in absolute or relative Power management are: Running hours balancing (equalization), Load demand (different size) engines swap and Power management of two or more gen-set groups (bus tie support). Inteli NT GeCon MINT, SW Version 1.4, ©ComAp – June 2007 IGS-NT-GeCon-MINT-1.4.PDF...
Page 10 Three running engines (priorities) are swapped based on load demand (one “small” engine runs on “small” load and swaps to another one “big” engine that runs when load increases). Activation: #PriorAutoSwap = LD DEMAND SWAP Important setpoints: #PwrBandContr1, #PwrBandContr2, #PwrBandContr3, #PwrBandContr4, #PwrBandChngDe. Inteli NT GeCon MINT, SW Version 1.4, ©ComAp – June 2007 IGS-NT-GeCon-MINT-1.4.PDF...
Page 11 Hint: If no Load Shedding outputs are configured, there is no record to history and no scrren timer indication of the activity of this function. Inteli NT GeCon MINT, SW Version 1.4, ©ComAp – June 2007 IGS-NT-GeCon-MINT-1.4.PDF...
Page 12 The gen-sets in the group will try to match their LocalBaseloads (when more than one) based on their controller addresses, so the first limited would be the one with the highest CAN address. I.e. this function will Inteli NT GeCon MINT, SW Version 1.4, ©ComAp – June 2007 IGS-NT-GeCon-MINT-1.4.PDF...
Page 13 Engine stop command from MCU opens GCB (via BO Ready to load without Unloading). Engine “running” conditions • The additional condition to close GCB (start synchronizing) is GeCon BI Ready to load (coming from MCU) in both MAN, AUT modes. Inteli NT GeCon MINT, SW Version 1.4, ©ComAp – June 2007 IGS-NT-GeCon-MINT-1.4.PDF...
Page 14: Plc Functions
(i.e. Remote display or PC-InteliMonitor) can be switched to different language. Use PC-GenConfig - Translator tool to translate texts to another language. Default application archives contain all texts in English only. Inteli NT GeCon MINT, SW Version 1.4, ©ComAp – June 2007 IGS-NT-GeCon-MINT-1.4.PDF...
Page 15: Protections And Alarm Management
Can be indicated when Analog input value Alarmlist and History Sensor fail is ±6% out of sensor characteristic range. Fls can optionally activate corresponding (e.g. Sd) Analog input protection as well. Inteli NT GeCon MINT, SW Version 1.4, ©ComAp – June 2007 IGS-NT-GeCon-MINT-1.4.PDF...
Page 16 Gener protect: Gen >V BOC Bus V L1-L2 Gen <V BOC Bus V L2-L3 Gen >V Sd Bus V L3-L1 Gen V del Gen >f Bus freq Gen <f Gen f del Inteli NT GeCon MINT, SW Version 1.4, ©ComAp – June 2007 IGS-NT-GeCon-MINT-1.4.PDF...
Page 17 Hint: All 2 level protections are locked out, except of these: Emergency stop Overspeed Underspeed (only if Fuel solenoid = GAS ENGINE) Inteli NT GeCon MINT, SW Version 1.4, ©ComAp – June 2007 IGS-NT-GeCon-MINT-1.4.PDF...
Page 18: Gen-Set Operation States
Multiple Island - gen-set is running loaded in island parallel mode (MCB is open, GCB is closed) MultParOp Multiple Parallel – gen-set is running loaded in mains parallel mode (MCB is closed, GCB is closed) Inteli NT GeCon MINT, SW Version 1.4, ©ComAp – June 2007 IGS-NT-GeCon-MINT-1.4.PDF...
Page 19: Inputs And Outputs
Input available in IG-NT/EE and modifications only. For IG-Display and IS-Display modules, this binary input is located in the Power connector and it’s function is fixed (not configurable). Inteli NT GeCon MINT, SW Version 1.4, ©ComAp – June 2007 IGS-NT-GeCon-MINT-1.4.PDF...
Page 20 ENABLED, on the actual need of load reserve. Pwr management: Pwr management I.e. all controllers in the system should have their Sys start/stop inputs active, but it doesn’t mean that all engines are running. Inteli NT GeCon MINT, SW Version 1.4, ©ComAp – June 2007 IGS-NT-GeCon-MINT-1.4.PDF...
Page 21 When not configured or not active, minimal running power is 0, i.e. the system works only based on Load reserves. Hint: All controllers operating in Power management must have selected the same MinRun power input. Inteli NT GeCon MINT, SW Version 1.4, ©ComAp – June 2007 IGS-NT-GeCon-MINT-1.4.PDF...
Page 22 The inputs are linked with corresponding counters, which integrate the pulses sensed at these inputs. Each rising edge of the signal at input increases the internal counter value. Inteli NT GeCon MINT, SW Version 1.4, ©ComAp – June 2007 IGS-NT-GeCon-MINT-1.4.PDF...
Page 23 Lang sel D#3 A Lang sel D#3 B Lang sel D#3 C Set of binary inputs for forcing alternative languages. This set of inputs is switching the IS-Display with address #3. Inteli NT GeCon MINT, SW Version 1.4, ©ComAp – June 2007 IGS-NT-GeCon-MINT-1.4.PDF...
Page 24: Binary Inputs - Status Information
Binary outputs – Breaker control GCB close/open The output controls the generator circuit breaker. It is intended for contactors – provides a continual active signal if GCB should be closed. Inteli NT GeCon MINT, SW Version 1.4, ©ComAp – June 2007 IGS-NT-GeCon-MINT-1.4.PDF...
Page 25: Binary Outputs - Control Loops
V) for more than 2 sec, the “Wrn SpdRegLim” message is displayed in the Alarm list and recorded to History. When AVRi output stays on <2% or >98% for more than 2 sec, the “Wrn VoltRegLim” is displayed in the Alarm list and recorded to History. Inteli NT GeCon MINT, SW Version 1.4, ©ComAp – June 2007 IGS-NT-GeCon-MINT-1.4.PDF...
Page 26: Binary Outputs - Status Information
The output closes after the command to stop has been issued. It opens if “still engine” conditions are fulfilled. The output also closes if the engine begins to rotate spontaneously. It stays closed until “still engine” condition is achieved. Inteli NT GeCon MINT, SW Version 1.4, ©ComAp – June 2007 IGS-NT-GeCon-MINT-1.4.PDF...
Page 27 The output can be used for safe “by hand” GCB closing. The output activity is based on condition “In synchronism” OR “Dead bus” (any bus phase voltage is below 15 VAC). Output is opened when GCB is closed. GCB on Button GCB on pulse BO: GCBCloseEna Inteli NT GeCon MINT, SW Version 1.4, ©ComAp – June 2007 IGS-NT-GeCon-MINT-1.4.PDF...
Page 28: Binary Outputs - Fixed Protection Outputs
FAULT RESET has been pressed. Common OfL The output closes if any “Off load”-type alarm appears. The output opens, if no “Off load”-type alarm is active. No FAULT RESET needed. Inteli NT GeCon MINT, SW Version 1.4, ©ComAp – June 2007 IGS-NT-GeCon-MINT-1.4.PDF...
Page 29 (BOC, Stp, Sd) is active or not yet confirmed. Alarm flashing If any alarm comes up, the output starts periodic closing/opening with period 1s/1s. It opens and stays open if FAULT RESET is pressed. Inteli NT GeCon MINT, SW Version 1.4, ©ComAp – June 2007 IGS-NT-GeCon-MINT-1.4.PDF...
Page 30: Binary Outputs - Configurable Prog. States
Indication of battery voltage protection based on Analog protection: Batt >V, Batt <V, Batt V del. EarthFaultCurr Indication of Earth fault current protection based on Gener protect: EarthFaultCurr and EthFltCurr del. Inteli NT GeCon MINT, SW Version 1.4, ©ComAp – June 2007 IGS-NT-GeCon-MINT-1.4.PDF...
Page 31 Gener protect: Gen <V BOC, Gen V del BOC L2 under BOC L3 under BOC L1 over BreakerOpen & Cool-down Gener protect: Gen >V BOC, Gen V del BOC L2 over BOC L3 over Inteli NT GeCon MINT, SW Version 1.4, ©ComAp – June 2007 IGS-NT-GeCon-MINT-1.4.PDF...
Page 32: Binary Outputs - Power Management
Pwr management: #LoadResStrt X In relative mode, actual relative load reserve of the gen-sets is calculated and compared with required relative load reserve (Pwr management: #%LdResStrt Inteli NT GeCon MINT, SW Version 1.4, ©ComAp – June 2007 IGS-NT-GeCon-MINT-1.4.PDF...
Page 33: Analog Inputs
Load reserve for stop MinR PWR Actual Min run power TotRunPact Q Sum of reactive power TotRunPact P Sum of active power kVAr Sum of Nominal power on the netPgnomPh Inteli NT GeCon MINT, SW Version 1.4, ©ComAp – June 2007 IGS-NT-GeCon-MINT-1.4.PDF...
Page 34: Setpoints
The gen-set power factor is controlled to a preadjusted level #SysPwrFactor. This option is only active in parallel with mains, in island parallel operation the mode is always internally set to VSHARING. Inteli NT GeCon MINT, SW Version 1.4, ©ComAp – June 2007 IGS-NT-GeCon-MINT-1.4.PDF...
Page 35 You should set only one controller in the logical control group to send the data to the CAN bus (= SHAOUT virtual periphery source), otherwise the system will not work properly. Inteli NT GeCon MINT, SW Version 1.4, ©ComAp – June 2007 IGS-NT-GeCon-MINT-1.4.PDF...
Page 36 The setpoint actual physical dimension is given by the related analog input and the value assigned to it. Step: Range: ± 32000 X Force value possibility: Yes Hint: To record the power derating activity into the History: Inteli NT GeCon MINT, SW Version 1.4, ©ComAp – June 2007 IGS-NT-GeCon-MINT-1.4.PDF...
Page 37 When more gen-sets are connected to the bus and MCB is opened (island running group) Binary output Neutral CB C/O (Neutral contactor) is closed on running gen-set with the lowest Inteli NT GeCon MINT, SW Version 1.4, ©ComAp – June 2007 IGS-NT-GeCon-MINT-1.4.PDF...
Page 38 Of course, every NCB feedback is expected to be connected only within a group that controls the corresponding NCB. Following see a connection example for setting Neutral cont. = COMMON IG/IS-NT IG/IS-NT IG/IS-NT IG/IS-NT close/open Neutral feedback contactor Inteli NT GeCon MINT, SW Version 1.4, ©ComAp – June 2007 IGS-NT-GeCon-MINT-1.4.PDF...
Page 39: Basic Settings
Gen-set phases Current Transformers ratio – secondary side selection /5A or /1A. Available in IG-xxC and IS-NT versions. In standard IG-EE/NT units only 5 A range available. EarthFltCurCTp [ A ] Earth Fault protection Current Transformer ratio – primary side. Step: Inteli NT GeCon MINT, SW Version 1.4, ©ComAp – June 2007 IGS-NT-GeCon-MINT-1.4.PDF...
Page 40 (230 / 120 V) using Force value X source setpoints. It is prohibited to use another controller values as a source for Force value in this case!!! Inteli NT GeCon MINT, SW Version 1.4, ©ComAp – June 2007 IGS-NT-GeCon-MINT-1.4.PDF...
Page 41 OFF = the backlight is off all the time, NO TIMEOUT = the backlight is on all the time. Step: 1 min Range: OFF, 1 – 240 min, NO TIMEOUT Force value: Inteli NT GeCon MINT, SW Version 1.4, ©ComAp – June 2007 IGS-NT-GeCon-MINT-1.4.PDF...
Page 42 If set to ENABLED, the communication RS232(2) port is redirected to the built-in isolated RS485 converter. Available only in IS-NT and in IG-xxC versions. Hint: Applicable only for DIRECT, MODBUS-DIRECT modes. Inteli NT GeCon MINT, SW Version 1.4, ©ComAp – June 2007 IGS-NT-GeCon-MINT-1.4.PDF...
Page 43: Engine Protect
The maximum amount of time the Binary output Horn is closed (horn, buzzer will sound). OFF = the output won’t be activated, NO TIMEOUT = the output stays closed until the alarm has been reset. Step: Range: OFF, 1 – 3600 s, NO TIMEOUT Inteli NT GeCon MINT, SW Version 1.4, ©ComAp – June 2007 IGS-NT-GeCon-MINT-1.4.PDF...
Page 44 Binary input protection is activated when input is closed for longer time than BinInp delay 2. To use this delay Binary input must be configured in GenConfig for Property – Delay = BinInp delay 2. Step: 0,1s Range: 0,0 – 600,0 s Force value: Inteli NT GeCon MINT, SW Version 1.4, ©ComAp – June 2007 IGS-NT-GeCon-MINT-1.4.PDF...
Page 45 = active) alarms are reset (asterisk in Alarmlist disappears for all present alarms). I.e. after an active (inverse displayed) alarm later on becomes inactive (normally displayed), it is cleared automatically from the Alarmlist if previously reset. Hint: Inteli NT GeCon MINT, SW Version 1.4, ©ComAp – June 2007 IGS-NT-GeCon-MINT-1.4.PDF...
Page 46: Analog Protect
Specifies the overload level, where the protection evaluation starts (see figure at 2PovrldStEvDel). Under this level the protection is not active. Step: 1 % of Nomin power Range: 100 – 200 % Force value: Inteli NT GeCon MINT, SW Version 1.4, ©ComAp – June 2007 IGS-NT-GeCon-MINT-1.4.PDF...
Page 47 No action 27,5 1,375 0,612 No action 2,75 1,223 No action 82,5 16,5 4,125 1,834 No action 2,445 No action 137,5 27,5 6,875 3,056 No action 13,75 6,112 Inteli NT GeCon MINT, SW Version 1.4, ©ComAp – June 2007 IGS-NT-GeCon-MINT-1.4.PDF...
Page 48 Step: 0,02 s Range: 0,00 – 10,00 s Hint: Ishort del can be set to 0,01 s but this value is rounded to the proximate controller evaluation period. Inteli NT GeCon MINT, SW Version 1.4, ©ComAp – June 2007 IGS-NT-GeCon-MINT-1.4.PDF...
Page 49 15 Amps from CT is measured and displayed as 11 Amps. • Take special care when selecting CT’s. All available 5 Amp CT’s do not have a range up to 11 Amps. Inteli NT GeCon MINT, SW Version 1.4, ©ComAp – June 2007 IGS-NT-GeCon-MINT-1.4.PDF...
Page 50 Voltage limits range depends on Basic settings: VoltProtSel = PHASE-NEUTRAL / PHASE-PHASE. Gen >f [ Hz ] Threshold for generator over frequency. Step: 0,1 Hz Range: 40,0 – 70,0 Hz Protection: BreakerOpen & Cool-down. Inteli NT GeCon MINT, SW Version 1.4, ©ComAp – June 2007 IGS-NT-GeCon-MINT-1.4.PDF...
Page 51 -32000 – 0 kW EarthFaultCurr [ A ] Threshold for generator Earth fault current protection. The value is measured via the 4 current terminal In / Im3. Step: Inteli NT GeCon MINT, SW Version 1.4, ©ComAp – June 2007 IGS-NT-GeCon-MINT-1.4.PDF...
Page 52: Pwr Management
SLAVE: Gen-set priority can be influenced by another controller via the CAN bus. The controller can be instructed to set another Priority than given by it’s Priority setpoint. Inteli NT GeCon MINT, SW Version 1.4, ©ComAp – June 2007 IGS-NT-GeCon-MINT-1.4.PDF...
Page 53 Sum of the nominal power of all gen-sets on the bus apart of the one, which is going to be BNom stopped. System load Reserve #LoadResStop 1 or 2 or 3 or 4 Step: 1 kX Range: #LoadResStrt 1 (2,3,4) – 32000 kX Inteli NT GeCon MINT, SW Version 1.4, ©ComAp – June 2007 IGS-NT-GeCon-MINT-1.4.PDF...
Page 54 #MinRunPower X value. This is independent on load reserves system, so even if there is high load reserve that would allow to stop some engines, Minimum Running Power system may force them to keep running. Inteli NT GeCon MINT, SW Version 1.4, ©ComAp – June 2007 IGS-NT-GeCon-MINT-1.4.PDF...
Page 55 Delay for #PwrBandContr X setpoints. The site load must stay in another power band for more than #PwrBandChngDel to switch to this power band, i.e. select different gen-sets to run. Step: Inteli NT GeCon MINT, SW Version 1.4, ©ComAp – June 2007 IGS-NT-GeCon-MINT-1.4.PDF...
Page 56: Sync/Load Ctrl
1° Range: -45° to +45° Following is an example of the controller connection to a high voltage system. T1 shifts phase +30° and no shift is on T2. Inteli NT GeCon MINT, SW Version 1.4, ©ComAp – June 2007 IGS-NT-GeCon-MINT-1.4.PDF...
Page 57 Gain of angle control loop. Step: 0,1% Range: 0,0 % to +200,0 % Speed gov bias [ V ] (FV) Speed control DC output bias level of SPEED GOVERNOR voltage output. Inteli NT GeCon MINT, SW Version 1.4, ©ComAp – June 2007 IGS-NT-GeCon-MINT-1.4.PDF...
Page 58 Load gain and Load int setpoints are active only when gen-set operates in parallel to the mains, when GCB and MCB are closed. This is valid for both single and multiple applications. LS gain [ % ] Gain of load sharing control loop. Step: 0,1 % Inteli NT GeCon MINT, SW Version 1.4, ©ComAp – June 2007 IGS-NT-GeCon-MINT-1.4.PDF...
Page 59: Volt/Pf Ctrl
Switch between AVR characteristic. POSITIVE: When the controller and AVRi output voltage increases – generator voltage increases. NEGATIVE: When the controller and AVRi output voltage decreases – generator voltage increases. Inteli NT GeCon MINT, SW Version 1.4, ©ComAp – June 2007 IGS-NT-GeCon-MINT-1.4.PDF...
Page 60 0,0 – 200,0 % VS int [ % ] Relative integration factor of VAr sharing control loop. Increasing of integration value causes quicker response. Step: Range: 0 – 100 % Inteli NT GeCon MINT, SW Version 1.4, ©ComAp – June 2007 IGS-NT-GeCon-MINT-1.4.PDF...
Page 61: Force Value
ExtValueX high limit. The value is not increased above this limit, even if the request still exists (via binary input ExtValueX up). Step: Range: ExtValueXLoLim – 32000 X Inteli NT GeCon MINT, SW Version 1.4, ©ComAp – June 2007 IGS-NT-GeCon-MINT-1.4.PDF...
Page 62: Load Shedding
Load shedding stage. The binary output for higher stage is opened (Load shed x). Automatic load reconnection works only when AutoLd recon = ENABLED. Step: 1 % of Nomin power Range: 0 - Ld shed level Force value: Inteli NT GeCon MINT, SW Version 1.4, ©ComAp – June 2007 IGS-NT-GeCon-MINT-1.4.PDF...
Page 63: Timer Settings
[ DISABLED / ENABLED ] (FV) Enables or disables active calls/SMS/mails to selected phone, mobile or mail address when an Off load type protection occurs. Force value: Hint: Inteli NT GeCon MINT, SW Version 1.4, ©ComAp – June 2007 IGS-NT-GeCon-MINT-1.4.PDF...
Page 64 Address for channel 1...3 active call. Each above message type has either a phone number or an e-mail address associated to it. For more details see PC software guide chapter IG-IB Internet communication. Inteli NT GeCon MINT, SW Version 1.4, ©ComAp – June 2007 IGS-NT-GeCon-MINT-1.4.PDF...
Page 65: Date/Time
#Time and #Date setpoints are synchronized via CAN bus each hour with the lowest address controller. #Time or #Date change in any controller changes Time or Date in all controllers on CAN bus. Inteli NT GeCon MINT, SW Version 1.4, ©ComAp – June 2007 IGS-NT-GeCon-MINT-1.4.PDF...
Page 66: Controller Configuration And Monitoring
• Configure Binary outputs • Configure Analog inputs as Protection or Function • Define user sensors • Configure History record • Configure password protection • Add/Translate the language Inteli NT GeCon MINT, SW Version 1.4, ©ComAp – June 2007 IGS-NT-GeCon-MINT-1.4.PDF...
Page 67: Intelimonitor
It is possible to export actual values, setpoints and history file on-line from the controller or off-line from the archive using InteliMonitor – Monitor – Export data… function. Technical data Hint: Technical data of the controller and extension modules find in the IGS-NT-Installation guide-x.y.pdf. Inteli NT GeCon MINT, SW Version 1.4, ©ComAp – June 2007 IGS-NT-GeCon-MINT-1.4.PDF...

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