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Original Issue Date: 1/01
Model: 550 Generator Set Controllers, Series 500 and 1000 ATS Controllers,
Market: ATS, Industrial, Marine, and Residential/Commercial
Subject: Program Loader Software
Introduction
The controller application program is a set of
instructions that tell the controller how to operate
(similar to the operating system on a computer). Use the
Program Loader software and a personal computer to
update the application program on the following
controllers:
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Model 550 generator set controllers
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Advanced Digital Control (ADC 2100) generator set
controllers
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16-light microprocessor generator set controllers *
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Series 1000 ATS controllers
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Series 500 ATS controllers
Program Loader also loads personality profiles onto the
Model 550 controller.
information.
The Program Loader overwrites the original programs in
the controller's nonvolatile memory.
Use the Program Loader to reload files only in the case
of application program upgrade, controller replacement,
or file corruption. Load files from the disk shipped with
the equipment or obtain new files for your system
directly from the manufacturer.
Program Loader section.) Make a backup copy of the
files onto a disk and store the disks in a safe place.
Program Loader software and controller application
program
files
can
KOHLERnet.
Use your SecurID to access the
KOHLERnet, click on the TechTools button, and follow
the instructions to request files.
Read the entire procedure before beginning. Install the
program loader software onto a personal computer.
* 16-light microprocessor generator set controllers with red main logic boards, shipped November, 2003 or later
Pentiumr is a registered trademark of Intel Corporation.
IBMr is a registered trademark of International Business Machines Corporation.
Microsoftr, Windowsr, and Windows NTr are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation.
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
Advanced Digital Controls (ADC 2100), and 16-Light Microprocessor
Controllers*
See Section 1 for more
(See Requesting
be
requested
through
Then proceed to the appropriate section for your
controller. Carefully follow these instructions and any
additional instructions that appear on the screen during
the upload procedure. Do not attempt to modify the
program or data files. Loading incorrect or incomplete
files can cause permanent damage to the controller's
main logic board.
System Requirements
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100% IBMr PC compatible with a 133 MHz or higher
Pentiumr-compatible CPU.
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Microsoftr Windowsr 98, Windows NTr Workstation
Version
4.0,
Windowsr Me, or Windows XPr operating system.
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CD-ROM drive and minimum of 4 MB hard drive
space for installation.
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One 57.6k baud RS-232 serial port, numbered
between COM1 and COM16.
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Computers
communicating through USB ports may require a
serial adapter card to connect the PC to the ATS
controller. (The Sockett PCMCIA Serial Adapter
card is one example).
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Stable power supply. A laptop system with a fully
charged battery or desktop system running with a
battery backup system is recommended.
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Null modem RS-232 cable with a 9-pin male plug on
the controller end (GM16657). (Not required for the
the
16-light microprocessor controller.)
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For the 16-light microprocessor controller only:
RS-232 to RS-485 converter (GM29361) and
shielded twisted-pair cable (Belden #9841 or
equivalent).
TT-1285 12/04f
Windowsr 2000
running
Windowsr
Professional,
2000
and
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- Page 1 TT-1285 12/04f INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Original Issue Date: 1/01 Model: 550 Generator Set Controllers, Series 500 and 1000 ATS Controllers, Advanced Digital Controls (ADC 2100), and 16-Light Microprocessor Controllers* Market: ATS, Industrial, Marine, and Residential/Commercial Subject: Program Loader Software Introduction Then proceed to the appropriate section for your controller.
- Page 2 Safety Precautions Program Loader Version Numbers Observe the following safety precautions while using The Program Loader software is periodically updated as the kit. new controllers are added. Check Figure 1 to determine the Program Loader software version number required to load programs onto your controller. WARNING If the Program Loader software is already installed on your PC, check the software version number by opening...
- Page 3 Requesting Program Loader Installing Program Loader Use the following procedure to request Program Loader Note: If you have a previous version of Program Loader installed on your PC and want to install a new software through the KOHLERnet. version, use your computer’s Add/Remove Programs function to remove the old version of Procedure to Obtain Program Loader Software Program Loader before installing the new one.
- Page 4 1 Model 550 Generator Set 1.2 Load the controller files. Controllers 9. Start the Program Loader by selecting the Program Loader from the PC’s Start menu. Click on the Start The Program Loader software is used to load controller button at the lower left corner of the screen, select application program and/or generator set personality Programs, select the directory that contains the profiles onto the Model 550 generator set controller.
- Page 5 11. If the application files or personality parameter files 17. Close the program by selecting File>Exit, or by are stored on a disk, insert the disk into the clicking the Close Window button in the upper right computer’s disk drive. corner of the computer screen.
- Page 6 2 Advanced Digital Control 10. Reconnect the engine wiring harness connector P1 plug (35-pin) to the controller. (ADC 2100) 11. Reconnect the generator set engine start battery, The Program Loader software is used to load the negative (--) lead last. controller application program onto the ADC 2100 generator set controller.
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Page 7: Return To Operation
14. Enter the number of the computer’s COM port Note: If the wrong COM port was selected in (number 1 through 16) that is connected to the step 7, an error message will appear during controller through the communication cable. See the initialization. - Page 8 29. Reconnect the generator set engine starting 34. Watch the LED display on the ADC controller. After battery, negative (--) lead last. approximately 5 seconds, the LED display will change to show the software version number (for 30. Reconnect power to the battery charger, if example, 1.01).
- Page 9 3 16-Light Microprocessor Controllers Use the Program Loader software to load controller application program onto 16-light controllers with red main logic boards (shipped November, 2003 or later). Note: Version 2.4.0 or higher of the Program Loader software is required to load programs onto the 16-light microprocessor controller.
- Page 10 Controller’s Main Logic Board (red) RS-232 to RS-485 Converter Personal Computer (PC) Belden #9841 or equivalent TB5 connector TD (A) TD (B) +12 V Connect A to --, B to +, and GND to shield TT1285 1. RS-232 to RS-485 converter GM29361. Connect to the PC’s serial port. Do not connect to the +12V terminal on the converter. (The converter is powered through the PC’s serial port.) 2.
- Page 11 Note: If the wrong COM port was selected in step 7, an error message will appear during the initialization. Click RESET, select a different COM port, and click RUN to begin again. 11. The program will prompt you to reset the target controller.
- Page 12 4 Series 1000 ATS Controllers 5. Disconnect all power sources to the transfer switch by opening switches or circuit breakers. Use the Program Loader software to load the controller 6. Open the transfer switch enclosure door. application program onto the Series 1000 ATS controller, shown in Figure 12.
- Page 13 3. If the application files are stored on a disk, insert the Note: Click OK on the Program Loader screen disk into the computer’s disk drive. within 5 seconds after resetting the controller and watch for the program to 4. Select the application file. Application files have indicate “Uploading data records.”...
- Page 14 15. Reconnect power to the transfer switch. 16. Reconnect the generator set engine starting battery, negative (--) lead last. 17. Reconnect power to the battery charger, if equipped. 18. Place the generator set master switch in the AUTO position. 19. If the ATS controller is set for manual exercise mode, press the Exercise button on the controller user interface to start an exercise run and set the exercise time.
- Page 15 5 Series 500 ATS Controllers 6. Connect one end of the null modem cable to the controller at the RS-232 connector. See Figure 16. Use the Program Loader software to load the controller Tighten the thumb screws on the connector to hold it securely in place.
- Page 16 2. Enter the number of the computer’s COM port 5. Click the Run button on the computer screen. The (number 1 through 16) that is connected to the program performs its memory initialization. controller through the communication cable. See Note: If the wrong COM port was selected in Figure 17.
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Page 17: Online Help
5.3 Return to automatic operation. 7 Optional File Storage 10. Disconnect power to the transfer switch. It is possible, but not necessary, to store the generator set personality profile and controller application files on 11. Disconnect the null modem cable from the your computer’s hard drive or network. - Page 18 Notes TT-1285 12/04f...
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