Table of Contents Table of Contents Introduction .................. 9 1.1 Manufacturer ..................... 9 1.2 Subject to change without notice .............. 9 1.3 Completeness ................... 9 1.4 Supporting documents ................10 1.5 Safekeeping .................... 10 1.6 Notation conventions ................10 1.6.1 Abbreviations used .....................
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Table of Contents 3.1.1 Operating modes ....................20 3.2 Scope of delivery ..................21 3.3 Hardware description ................22 3.3.1 Internal design ....................23 3.3.2 Communication Interfaces .................. 24 3.4 Operation and indicator elements ............25 3.4.1 Operating concept ....................
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Table of Contents 5.3.6 Removing door ....................47 5.4 Connection ....................48 5.4.1 Cable recommendation ..................48 5.4.2 Electromagnetic compatibility ................48 5.4.3 Connecting the cables to the system periphery ..........54 5.4.4 Supplying the voltage regulator using an auxiliary voltage .........
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Table of Contents 7.3.3 Setting desired values ..................80 7.3.4 Setting desired value 2 ..................81 7.3.5 Setting desired value 3 ..................82 7.3.6 Selecting desired value ..................83 7.3.7 Bandwidth ......................84 ...
1 Introduction Introduction This technical file contains detailed descriptions on the safe and proper mounting, connection, commissioning and monitoring of the product. It also includes safety instructions and general information about the product. This technical file is intended solely for specially trained and authorized per- sonnel.
1 Introduction Supporting documents The following documents apply to this product: Operating instructions Quick reference guide Connection diagrams Also observe generally valid legislation, standards, guidelines and specifica- tions on accident prevention and environmental protection in the respective country of use.
1 Introduction 1.6.1 Abbreviations used Abbreviation Definition °C Degrees Celsius Ampere Alternating Current Accessible Emission Limit (see GZS) ASCII American Standard Code for Information Interchange Bandwidth Binary Coded Decimal circa Controller Area Network Communication Interface Card Central Processing Unit Current Transformer Direct Current Deutsches Institut für Normung (German Institute for Standardization)
1 Introduction Abbreviation Definition Millimeter Millisecond Neutral Phase Phi (φ) Phase angle Parts per million Remote Terminal Unit Second SCADA Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition SNTP Simple Network Time Protocol Time Transmission Control Protocol Voltage Actual voltage Actual Desired voltage Desired Volt Verband der Elektrotechnik, Elektronik und Informati-...
1 Introduction The following signal words are used: Signal word Hazard level Consequence of failure to comply Danger Immediate threat of danger Death or serious injury could occur Warning Possible threat of danger Death or serious injury could occur Possible dangerous situation Minor or moderate injury could oc- Caution Notice...
1 Introduction 1.6.4 Instruction system This technical file contains single-step and multi-step instructions. Single-step instructions Instructions which consist of only a single process step are structured as fol- lows: Aim of action Requirement (optional) ► Step 1 of 1 Result of step (optional) Result of action (optional) (Figure optional) Multi-step instructions...
2 Safety 1.6.5 Typographic conventions The typographic conventions in this technical file are structured as follows: Typographic Definition convention Step of the procedure for software descriptions in the subsequent menu. > ... > ... Example: > Normset Designation of keys. UPPERCASE Example: "MENU key"...
2 Safety Appropriate use The product and associated equipment and special tools supplied with it comply with the relevant legislation, regulations and standards, particularly health and safety requirements, applicable at the time of delivery. If used as intended and in compliance with the specified requirements and conditions in this technical file as well as the warning notices in this technical file and attached to the product, then the product does not present any ha- zards to people, property or the environment.
2 Safety Personnel qualification The product is designed solely for use in electrical energy systems and facili- ties operated by appropriately trained staff. This staff comprises people who are familiar with the installation, assembly, commissioning and operation of such products. Operator duty of care To prevent accidents, disruptions and damages as well as unacceptable ad- verse effects on the environment, those responsible for transport, installation,...
3 Product description Product description The device serves to keep constant the output voltage of a transformer with an on-load tap-changer. To do this, the device compares the transformer's measured output voltage ) with a defined desired voltage (V ). The difference between V actual desired actual...
3 Product description Performance features The voltage regulator is responsible for controlling tapped transformers. Apart from control tasks, the voltage regulator provides additional functions such as: Integrated protective functions: Undervoltage and overcurrent blocking Overvoltage detection with high-speed return ...
3 Product description Scope of delivery The following items are included in the delivery: Voltage regulator TAPCON® 230 Control panel bracket pre-mounted on housing 2 mounting brackets for wall mounting Covering strip for door Size 3 Allen key ...
3 Product description Hardware description The housing can be secured to any wall. Alternatively it can also be fitted in a control panel and mounted on a cap rail. The LCD graphic display, LEDs and function keys are integrated in the front of the device.
3 Product description 3.3.2 Communication Interfaces The parameters for the product can be set using a PC. The COM 1 (RS232) serial interface on the front panel is provided for this purpose. TAPCON®trol software is needed for parameterization. It can be obtained from the Download Center on the Maschinenfabrik Reinhausen website (www.reinhausen.com).
3 Product description Operation and indicator elements The front of the device is split into different areas for operating the device and displaying information. Below you can see an overview of the individual ele- ments. Figure 5 Operating panel Adjusting screw for display contrast Keys for parameterization and configuration COM1 serial interface (RS232) Keys for operating the device...
3 Product description 3.4.1 Operating concept The voltage regulator's operating panel is split into an operation control level and a level for parameterization and configuration. The keys for operating the device are completely separate from those used for parameterization. At the operation control level, key activation is signaled visually by means of LEDs.
3 Product description 3.4.2 Description of the display The device has a monochrome display with graphics capabilities. Figure 6 Main screen Status line Measured voltage (V actual Reference voltage (V reference Other measured values (use to switch between them) Bandwidth (upper and lower limit) Time bar for delay time T1 Highlighting for reference voltage Highlighting for measured voltage (V...
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3 Product description In auto and manual mode the measured value display can be set using the keys. The following measured values can be displayed: Control deviation (dV) Current (I) Apparent power (S) Active power (P) ...
3 Product description 3.4.3 Description of key functions Symbol Function RAISE In manual mode the motor-drive unit can be operated directly using this key. When RAISE is used, the motor-drive unit controls the on-load tap-changer and therefore changes the step voltage. LOWER In manual mode the motor-drive unit can be operated directly using this key.
3 Product description 3.4.4 Description of LEDs LEDs above the display indicate various operating statuses or events. Figure 7 Description of LEDs Green Operating display Overcurrent blocking Undervoltage blocking Overvoltage blocking Green Parallel operation On Green NORMset On Yellow Configurable (LED1) Yellow Configurable (LED2) Yellow/green...
4 Packaging, transport and storage Packaging, transport and storage Packaging 4.1.1 Purpose The packaging is designed to protect the packaged goods both during trans- port and for loading and unloading as well as during periods of storage in such a way that no (detrimental) changes occur. The packaging must protect the goods against permitted transport stresses such as vibration, knocks and moisture (rain, snow, condensation).
4 Packaging, transport and storage 4.1.3 Markings The packaging bears a signature with symbols with instructions for safe transport and correct storage. The following symbols apply to the dispatch (of non-hazardous goods). Adherence to these symbols is mandatory. Protect against moisture Fragile Figure 8 Shipping pictograms...
4 Packaging, transport and storage After identifying the damage do not modify the condition of the shipment further and also retain the packaging material, until an inspection decision has been made by the transport company or the insurance company. ...
5 Mounting Mounting Unpacking device The goods are packaged in a sturdy cardboard box. This ensures that the shipment remains in the intended transport position and that none of its com- ponents touches the load surface during transport or the floor after it is un- loaded.
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5 Mounting Remove the upper inlay from the packaging. The voltage regulator in the underlying inlay can now be freely accessed. Remove voltage regulator from the packag- ing. The voltage regulator has been unpacked and can be mounted. For mounting, proceed as described in the Mounting section.
5 Mounting Mounting device After unpacking, mounting can begin. Mounting requires the Allen key, wrench 3 supplied. This is delivered along with the door key in a plastic bag attached to the inside of the inspection win- dow on the swing door. The following installation/mounting variants are possible: ...
5 Mounting 5.3.2 Flush panel mounting For flush panel mounting the device is inserted through a cutout in the control panel and fixed to the control panel or control cabinet from behind using the mounting brackets. The diagram below shows the dimensions required for the control panel cu- tout.
5 Mounting 5.3.3 Wall mounting For wall mounting, the device is fixed directly to the wall. Drill 4 holes, each 5.5 mm in diameter, in the wall as shown in the drilling template below. Figure 13 Drilling template for wall mounting To mount the device directly on the wall, proceed as follows: 1.
5 Mounting 5.3.4 Wall mounting with mounting brackets As an alternative to mounting the device directly on the wall, it can be fixed to the wall using the mounting brackets supplied. Drill 4 holes, each 5.5 mm in diameter, in the wall as shown in the drilling template below.
5 Mounting Figure 16 Wall mounting with mounting brackets (view from above, schematic) The device is mounted and can be wired up. When wiring, proceed as de- scribed in the Connection (on page 48) section. 5.3.5 Cap rail mounting Alternatively, the device can be fitted with a cap rail clip (aluminum extrusion with central integrated wire spring).
5 Mounting 5.3.6 Removing door When the door is fitted, the device satisfies protection category IP54. The door may be dismounted if the device is used solely in a dry atmosphere pro- tected from environmental influences. The device then satisfies protection category IP21.
5 Mounting Connection 5.4.1 Cable recommendation Please note the following recommendation from Maschinenfabrik Reinhausen when wiring the device. Cable Terminal Cable type Wire cross- Max. perm. section torque Signal inputs X4:13 to 24 shielded 1.5 mm² 0.6 Nm RS232 SUB-D shielded 0.25 mm²...
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5 Mounting 5.4.2.1 Wiring requirement of installation site Note the following when selecting the installation site: The system's overvoltage protection must be effective. The system's ground connection must comply with all technical regula- tions. Separate system parts must be joined by a potential equalization. ...
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5 Mounting Signal lines must be routed in a shielded cable. The individual conductors (outgoing conductors/return conductors) in the cable core must be twisted in pairs. The shield must be fully (360º) connected to the voltage regulator or a nearby ground rail.
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5 Mounting overvoltage protection (lightning protection) collective grounding (main grounding rail) cable bushings in accordance with EMC requirements any contactor coils present must be interconnected The connection cables must be laid in contact with the grounded metal housing or in metallic cable ducts with a ground connection.
5 Mounting 5.4.3 Connecting the cables to the system periphery Connect the lines to be wired to the device to the system periphery as shown in the connection diagrams supplied. WARNING Electric shock Connection mistakes may endanger life ► Earth the voltage regulator using the grounding screw on the housing. ►...
5 Mounting 5.4.4 Supplying the voltage regulator using an auxiliary voltage The device is normally supplied by the voltage transformer. If the voltage transformer does not provide the supply voltage and power (see "Technical Data" on page 161) needed for operation, the device must be supplied via a 88...265 V AC/DC, 50...60 Hz auxiliary supply.
5 Mounting 5.4.5 Wiring the device To wire the device proceed as follows: 1. Remove 4 hexagon socket screws from cover plate and take off cover plate. Figure 24 Cover plate Hexagonal recess head screw of cover plate Cover plate Connection diagram 2.
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5 Mounting Figure 25 Connector (MIO card) Relay outputs (terminal X4) Signal inputs (terminal X4) Relay outputs (terminal X3) Current transformer connection (terminal X1) Voltage transformer and power supply (terminal X2) 3. Remove 4 hexagon socket screws from the M screw connection plate and remove the M screw connection plate.
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5 Mounting Figure 26 Recommendation for cable bushing Cable Terminal Power supply X2: 3/4 Voltage measurement, current measurement X2:1/2, X1:5/6/9 Relay outputs X3:1-12, X4:1-12 Signal inputs X4:13-24 Any M screw connections not needed must be sealed with dummy plugs to ensure an IP54 degree of protection.
Carry out a function check to test that the voltage regulator is wired correctly. Check the following: After being switched on, the screen displays the MR logo and then a vol- tage value. The green "Operating display" LED in the top left on the voltage regulator lights up.
6 Commissioning Commissioning Several parameters need to be set and function tests performed before com- missioning the device. These are described in the following chapter. Commissioning NOTICE Damage to device and system periphery An incorrectly connected device can lead to damages in the device and system periphery.
6 Commissioning Configuration The relevant settings for commissioning are described in more detail in the following sections. 6.2.1 Setting the language You can change the display language. The following languages are available: English German French Spanish ...
6 Commissioning 6.2.2 Selecting control mode You can commission the device with limited parameterization (NORMset) or complete parameterization. Instead of complete parameterization, the NORMset mode enables easy and user-friendly commissioning with a limited set of parameters. If you select this mode, you have to set the desired voltage.
6 Commissioning Function tests Before switching from manual mode to automatic mode and therefore activat- ing the automatic voltage regulation for your system, Maschinenfabrik Rein- hausen recommends carrying out function tests. These function tests are described in the following sections. 6.3.1 Function tests for control functions REMOTE mode must be disabled before you can control the on-load tap-...
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6 Commissioning After 20 s, the device returns the on-load tap-changer to the original operating position. 11. Press to select manual mode. 12. Press to lower the on-load tap-changer 1 step. 13. Press to select auto mode. After 20 s, the device returns the on-load tap-changer to the original operating position.
6 Commissioning 6.3.2 Function tests for additional functions REMOTE mode must be disabled before you can control the on-load tap- changer manually in manual mode. The on-load tap-changer can only be controlled in manual mode using the keys. Setting V< undervoltage limit and checking undervoltage blocking Undervoltage blocking is activated as standard.
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6 Commissioning Setting V> overvoltage limit and checking overvoltage blocking Overvoltage blocking is activated as standard. 1. Press to select manual mode. 2. Set V> overvoltage detection to 115 %. 3. Set desired value 1 such that the measured voltage (V ) is above the V>...
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6 Commissioning Checking and setting activation of desired value 2 and desired value 3 1. Press to select manual mode. 2. Set desired value 2 to the value you want. 3. Apply voltage L+ to terminal X4:17 (X4:17 = default setting). 4.
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6 Commissioning Checking and setting Z compensation 1. Press to select manual mode. 2. Set parameters for line drop compensation and Z compensation to 0. 3. Select the control deviation (dV) display on the main screen (press necessary). The measured voltage must be within the bandwidth. 4.
7 Functions and settings Functions and settings This chapter describes all the functions and setting options for the device. The setting values appear in the relevant sections and in summary in the form of a table (page 150). The chapters are laid out following the menu structure of the device. The me- nu structure has the following structure: ...
7 Functions and settings Press to navigate to the next parameter screen. Press to navi- gate to the previous parameter screen. The parameter screens are arranged in a continuous loop. Press navigate from the last to the first parameter screen rapidly. Press to change functions or values.
7 Functions and settings 7.1.2 Deactivating key lock To deactivate the key lock, proceed as follows: ► Press at the same time. The key lock is deactivated. Parameters can be entered. NORMset As an alternative to parameterizing the voltage regulator manually, the NORMset mode enables easy commissioning of the voltage regulator with a limited set of parameters.
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7 Functions and settings After the desired voltage level and voltage transformer data have been en- tered, if NORMset is activated the voltage regulator checks the grid conditions and automatically adapts other settings, composed partly of predefined para- meters and default values. All other parameters required for simple voltage regulation are predefined in the factory.
7 Functions and settings > Normset. <00> Normset activation. 2. To activate Normset, press select "On" 3. Press 4. Press to perform a manual tap-change operation. The LED for the NORMset operating display lights up. The NORMset mode is activated. 7.2.1 Setting desired value 1 Desired values set in kV apply to the primary voltage of the connected voltage...
7 Functions and settings > Normset > 1x <01> Desired value 1. 2. Press to highlight a digit. The digit position you want is highlighted and the value can be changed. 3. Press to increase the value or reduce it. 4.
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7 Functions and settings To set the primary voltage, proceed as follows: > Normset > 2x <02> Primary voltage. 2. Press to highlight the decimal place. The decimal place is defined and the value can be changed. 3. Press to highlight a digit. The digit position you want is highlighted and the value can be changed.
7 Functions and settings 7.2.3 Setting the secondary voltage The secondary voltage is displayed and entered in V. Setting range Step size Factory setting 57 V...123 V 0.1 V 100 V Table 11 Setting range for secondary voltage in V To set the secondary voltage, proceed as follows: >...
7 Functions and settings Control parameters This section describes all the functions, parameters and recommended setting ranges for voltage regulation. You will always find the description for a para- meter or parameter screen with the description for the corresponding subme- 7.3.1 Voltage regulation This submenu contains all the parameters required for the control function.
7 Functions and settings 7.3.3 Setting desired values Desired values are set in V as standard and apply to the secondary voltage of the voltage transformer. You can also set the desired value in relation to the voltage transformer's primary voltage in kV. Setting in kV requires all voltage transformer data (see "Transformer data"...
7 Functions and settings 7.3.4 Setting desired value 2 Desired value 2 is activated if there is a continuous signal at GPI 5. The GPI 5 must have previously been configured (see "Configurable inputs and outputs" on page 135) for this. Setting range Step size Factory setting...
7 Functions and settings 7.3.5 Setting desired value 3 Desired value 3 is activated if there is a continuous signal at GPI 6. The GPI 6 must have previously been configured (see "Configurable inputs and outputs" on page 135) for this. Setting range Step size Factory setting...
7 Functions and settings 7.3.6 Selecting desired value You can use this parameter to select the active desired value 1, 2 or 3. If you select the desired value using appropriately configured GPIs, this parameter's setting is ignored. Refer to the Configuration (see "Configurable inputs and outputs" on page 135) section for more information about GPI configuration.
7 Functions and settings 7.3.7 Bandwidth The bandwidth is the permitted deviation of the measured voltage (V ) from Actual the selected desired value. If the measured voltage is inside the bandwidth, then no control commands are issued to the on-load tap-changer. If the measured voltage deviates from the specified bandwidth, a tap-change command occurs after the set delay time T1.
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7 Functions and settings 7.3.7.1 Visual display The deviation from the set bandwidth is shown visually in the device display. The measured voltage mark (V ) shows whether the measured voltage is actual above, within or below the set bandwidth. Progress of delay time T1 is indi- cated by the gradual filling of the time bar in the device display.
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7 Functions and settings 7.3.7.2 Determining bandwidth In order to be able to set the value correctly, the transformer's step voltage and nominal voltage must be known. The following value is recommended for the bandwidth "B %": U [±B % ] 0.6 100 % nominal Step voltage of position n-1...
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7 Functions and settings Following the recommendation for calculating bandwidth, our example results V Step4 Step5 [±B % ]0.6 100 % Nominal 11275 V11000 V [±B % ]0.6 100 % 11000 V [±B % ]1.5 % 7.3.7.3 Setting the bandwidth Setting range Step size Factory setting...
7 Functions and settings 7.3.8 Setting delay time T1 Delay time T1 delays the issuing of a tap-change command for a defined pe- riod. This function prevents unnecessary tap-change operations if the toler- ance bandwidth is exited. If the current measured voltage exits the bandwidth, delay time T1 starts. This is shown in the display by the time bar filling and the remaining time being in- dicated.
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7 Functions and settings Setting range Step size Factory setting 0 s to 600 s 40 s Table 19 Setting range for delay time T1 To set the delay time T1, proceed as follows: > Control Parameters > Vol- tage Regulation > 5x <05>...
7 Functions and settings 7.3.9 Setting control response T1 The control response T1 can be set to linear or integral. Both kinds of control response are explained below. Linear control response T1 The device responds with a constant delay time which is independent of the control deviation.
7 Functions and settings To set the control response T1, proceed as follows: > Control Parameters > Vol- tage Regulation > 6x <06> Characteristics T1. 2. Press for the "T1 linear" setting or press for the "T1 integral" setting. 3. Press The control response T1 is set.
7 Functions and settings 7.3.11 Setting delay time T2 The following section describes how to set the delay time T2. Setting range Step size Factory setting 1 s...10 s 0.1 s 10 s Table 20 Setting range for delay time T2 In general, the delay time T2 should be greater than the pulse duration and the maximum operating time of the motor-drive unit.
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7 Functions and settings 7.3.12.1 Setting the undervoltage V< limit value Undervoltage blocking prevents tap change operations of the tap changer if there is a power cut. The voltage regulator output pulses are blocked and the red "V<" LED lights up as soon as the measured voltage (V ) falls below actual the set limit value.
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7 Functions and settings 7.3.12.2 Setting signaling delay time for V< undervoltage To prevent the undervoltage relay from always activating as soon as a short- lived voltage dip occurs, a delay time can be set for this signal. The red "V<" LED will light up immediately in any case.
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7 Functions and settings 7.3.12.3 Activating/deactivating V< undervoltage blocking The undervoltage blocking can be activated or deactivated. When blocking is deactivated and the voltage falls below the V< undervoltage limit value, the red "V<" LED lights up. Contact X4:1/3 closes and contact X4:2/3 opens.However, the control is not blocked.
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7 Functions and settings 7.3.12.5 Setting V> overvoltage limit value When the overvoltage monitoring responds, the on-load tap-changer is ac- tuated by periodical activation of the motor-drive unit until the measured vol- tage (V ) is less than the set overvoltage limit value. Rapid return control This is controlled by the output relay for the "Lower"...
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7 Functions and settings 7.3.12.6 Activating/deactivating V> overvoltage blocking You can activate and deactivate the overvoltage blocking. If overvoltage blocking is deactivated, then the rapid return control (page 96) is used. To activate/deactivate the overvoltage blocking, proceed as follows: > Control Parameters >...
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7 Functions and settings 7.3.12.7 Setting limit value I> overcurrent The I> overcurrent blocking prevents tap-change operations during load cur- rents which are higher than the selected limit value (e.g. overload). As soon as the measured current exceeds the set limit value, control is blocked.
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7 Functions and settings 7.3.12.8 Activating/deactivating I> overcurrent blocking You can set the I> overcurrent limit value and then activate/deactivate over- current blocking. When the overcurrent blocking is deactivated, the "I>" LED lights up and the relevant signalling relay is activated. Contact X4:1/3 closes and contact X4:2/3 opens.Regulation continues.
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7 Functions and settings 7.3.12.9 Setting I< undercurrent limit value As soon as the measured current falls below the set limit value, control is blocked. Setting range Step size Factory setting 0 % to 210 % Table 25 Setting range for I< overcurrent limit value To set the I<...
7 Functions and settings 7.3.12.11 Activating/deactivating regulator blocking with negative active power When regulator blocking is activated, the control is blocked if a negative active power flow is detected. However, this is only possible if the current transfor- mer connection is connected and correctly set. When regulator blocking is deactivated, then the sign of the active power does not affect the regulation.
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7 Functions and settings Comparison between line drop compensation and Z compensation Line drop compensation (vectorial compensation): provides more precise compensation of line voltage drops requires several parameters requires full knowledge of the line data Z compensation: ...
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7 Functions and settings If the active voltage drop "Vr" and reactive voltage drop "Vx" are set correctly, then the voltage at the line end remains constant irrespective of the load. Figure 30 Line drop compensation equivalent circuit Figure 31 Line drop compensation The settings for the compensation methods are described in more detail be- low.
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7 Functions and settings 7.3.13.2 Selecting the compensation method Before setting a compensation, a compensation method must be selected. You can select between "LDC" for line drop compensation and "Z" for Z com- pensation. To set the compensation method, proceed as follows: >...
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7 Functions and settings 7.3.13.3 Setting the ohmic voltage drop Vr The compensation effect can be rotated by 180° using the sign (-). If you do not want to use a method of compensation, you must enter a "0". Setting range Step size Factory setting -25 V...25 V...
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7 Functions and settings 7.3.13.4 Setting the inductive voltage drop Vx The compensation effect can be rotated by 180° using the sign (-). If you do not want to use a method of compensation, you must enter a "0". Setting range Step size Factory setting -25 V...25 V...
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7 Functions and settings 7.3.13.5 Setting Z compensation Z compensation can be used for example for minor changes to the phase an- gle φ. It can also be used for meshed grids. Z compensation is not however dependent on phase angle φ. To correctly set the parameters, you need to calculate the voltage increase (ΔV) taking the current into account.
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7 Functions and settings Calculation: = 30000 V, U = 10000 V, I = 5 A, k = 5, I = 500 A Load The calculated voltage increase percentage relates to the desired value and must be entered in this screen. If you do not want to use a method of compensation, you must enter a "0".
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7 Functions and settings Setting range Step size Factory setting 0 %...15 % 0.1 % of desired value Table 28 Setting range for Z compensation First you have to select the "Z" compensation method (page 105). To set the Z compensation, proceed as follows: >...
7 Functions and settings 7.3.13.7 Setting the Z compensation limit value ΔV If Z compensation is activated, you must limit the maximum permissible in- crease in voltage, with reference to the desired value, to avoid excessive vol- tage on the transformer. Setting range Step size Factory setting...
7 Functions and settings 7.4.1 Transformer data The transformation ratios and measuring set-up for the voltage and current transformers used can be set in the relevant displays. The relevant settings are described in the following sections. 7.4.1.1 Setting the primary transformer voltage The device displays the secondary transformer voltage (in V) as standard.
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7 Functions and settings Setting range Step size Factory setting 0 kV... 9999 kV 1 kV 0 kV...999.9 kV 0.1 kV 0 kV 0 kV...99.99 kV 0.01 kV Table 31 Setting range for primary transformer voltage To set the primary transformer voltage, proceed as follows: >...
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7 Functions and settings 7.4.1.2 Setting the secondary transformer voltage The secondary transformer voltage is displayed and entered in V. Setting range Step size Factory setting 57 V...123 V 0.1 V 100 V Table 32 Setting range for secondary transformer voltage To set the secondary transformer voltage, proceed as follows: >...
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7 Functions and settings 7.4.1.3 Setting the primary transformer current In general the regulator displays the percentage current of the chosen mea- surement input. As soon as the primary transformer current (e.g. 50 A) is set on the regulator, the display in the Info menu switches over to "A" (amperes). The primary current is always displayed in amperes ("A"...
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7 Functions and settings Setting range Step size Factory setting 0 A – 9999 A Table 34 Setting range for primary transformer current To set the primary transformer current, proceed as follows: > Configuration > Transformer data > 2x <02> Primary Current. 2.
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7 Functions and settings To set the current transformer connection, proceed as follows: > Configuration > Transformer data > 3x <03> Current Transformer Connection. 2. Press to to select a current trans- former connection 3. Press The current transformer connection is set. 7.4.1.5 Setting the phase difference for the current/voltage transformer The normal measuring circuit values can be set as follows:...
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7 Functions and settings Circuit a (3 phase): Figure 33 Circuit a - phase difference "0 3PH" The voltage transformer VT is connected to the outer conductor L1 and neutral N. The current transformer CT is looped into the outer conductor L1. ...
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7 Functions and settings Circuit c: Figure 35 Circuit c - phase difference "90 3PH" The voltage transformer VT is connected to the outer conductors L1 and The current transformer CT is looped into the outer conductor L3. ...
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7 Functions and settings Circuit e: Figure 37 Circuit e - phase difference "-30 3PH" The voltage transformer VT is connected to the outer conductors L1 and The current transformer CT is looped into the outer conductor L1. ...
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7 Functions and settings To set the unit for the voltage display, proceed as follows: > Configuration > Transformer data > 5x <05> Display kV / V. 2. Press to to select the kV or V unit. 3. Press The unit for the voltage display is set. 7.4.1.7 Setting current display unit In this display, you can set the unit for the limit values displayed for overcur-...
7 Functions and settings 7.4.2 General This submenu enables general settings, which are also required for commis- sioning, to be made on the device. You can change the following general set- tings: Language Regulator ID Baud rate (COM1 setting) ...
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7 Functions and settings 7.4.2.1 Setting the language You can change the display language. The following languages are available: English German French Spanish Italian Portuguese Russian > Configuration > General. <00> Language. 2. Press to select the required lan- guage.
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7 Functions and settings 7.4.2.2 Setting the regulator ID The serial number and firmware version are features of a voltage regulator. The regulator ID is only used as an additional unique feature for identifying the voltage regulator when communicating with the TAPCON®-trol software. The regulator ID consists of a sequence of digits (maximum 4 digits).
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7 Functions and settings To set the regulator ID, proceed as follows: > Configuration > General > <00> Regulator ID. 2. Press to change the first digit. If you wish to enter a multi-digit sequence, pro- ceed to step 3. If you do not wish to enter addi- tional digits, proceed to step 7: 3.
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7 Functions and settings 7.4.2.3 Setting the baud rate In this screen you can set the baud rate for the COM1 interface. To do so, de- fine for example the transmission speed for communicating with the TAP- CON®-trol software. The following values can be set: ...
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7 Functions and settings Figure 38 Switching pulse in standard operating mode Set delay time T1 Start of first raise/lower switching pulse Switching pulse time Ti (1.5 seconds) Start of second raise/lower switching pulse In rapid return control mode the next switching pulse can only take place after 1.5 seconds.
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7 Functions and settings A continuous pulse is output if you set the raise/lower switching pulse duration to 0. If the motor-drive unit does not start using the default setting (1.5 seconds), then please increase the pulse time. Setting range Step size Factory setting 0 s...10 s...
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7 Functions and settings To set the operation counter, proceed as follows: > Configuration > General > <04> Operation Counter. 2. Press to highlight a digit. The digit position you want is highlighted and the value can be changed. 3. Press to increase the value or reduce it.
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7 Functions and settings 7.4.2.7 Activating/deactivating the automatic key lock If this function is active and you do not press a key for 15 minutes, the keys are locked. You can also lock the keys manually (see "Key lock" on page 72).
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7 Functions and settings To activate or deactivate function monitoring for voltages <30 V, proceed as follows: > Configuration > General > <07> Function Monitoring. 2. Press to to activate (ON)/deactivate (OFF) function monitoring. 3. Press The function monitoring is activated/deactivated for voltages <30 V.
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7 Functions and settings 7.4.2.9 Monitoring motor runtime The motor-drive unit's runtime can also be monitored by the voltage regulator. This function is used to identify motor-drive unit malfunctions during the tap- change operation and to trigger any actions needed. The corresponding control input must be correctly wired and parameterized to "Motor running"...
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7 Functions and settings 7.4.2.10 Wiring and parameterizing control input/output relay If you want to monitor the motor runtime, the voltage regulator and motor- drive unit must be connected and parameterized as shown below. Figure 40 Wiring for motor runtime monitoring GPI "Motor running"...
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7 Functions and settings To set the motor runtime, proceed as follows: > Configuration > General > <09> Motor Runtime. 2. Press to highlight a digit. The digit position you want is highlighted and the value can be changed. 3. Press to increase the value or reduce it.
7 Functions and settings 7.4.2.12 Activating Local/Remote This parameter has the same function as the key. In "Local" operating mode, you can operate the device from the front panel. In "Remote" operating mode, the device can only be remote controlled via the inputs. To activate "Local"...
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7 Functions and settings 7.4.3.1 Assigning function to inputs (GPIs) You can activate the inputs as follows: Statically using signal statuses The input signal must be continually present (status: high level). Dynamically using pulses A pulse (rising edge) is needed at the input. The input signal must change its status from "Low"...
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7 Functions and settings If 2 inputs are assigned the same functionality (e.g. activate desired value 2), the device produces an event message (page 159). This also applies if you assign the same functionality via a static input (e. g. GPI 1 = "Desired value2") and via a pulsed input (e.
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7 Functions and settings 7.4.3.2 Assigning function to outputs (GPOs) You can assign one of the following functions to each of the digital outputs (GPOs 1 and 2): Function Description No function selected. Local/Remote Message: "Local control / remote control". Undervoltage Message: "Undervoltage blocking".
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7 Functions and settings 7.4.3.2.1 Setting GPO 1 - X4:9 To assign a function to digital output GPO 1 (on X4:9) or to deactivate it, pro- ceed as follows: > Configuration > User I/Os > <06> GPO 1 - X4:9. 2.
7 Functions and settings 7.4.4 LED selection You can use the settings in this sub-menu to assign functions to the 4 free LEDs. You can use labeling strips to label them. 7.4.4.1 Functions available An overview of all the functions which you can assign to the LEDs is provided in the table below: Function Description...
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7 Functions and settings 7.4.4.2 Assigning function A function can be assigned to an LED. As soon as the corresponding event occurs, the selected LED lights up. There are a total of 4 LEDs. To assign a function to an LED, proceed as follows (Example: "LED 1"): >...
7 Functions and settings Info You can view general information about on the voltage regulator in this dis- play. You can call up the following information: Measured values Calculated values Functional reliability of the LEDs (LED test) ...
7 Functions and settings To display the info screen, proceed as follows: ► > Info <00> Info. 7.5.2 Displaying measurement values The current measured values are shown in this display. The following meas- ured values can be displayed: Figure 42 Measured values Voltage V in V or kV Current I in % or A...
7 Functions and settings To display the measured values, proceed as follows: ► > Info > 1x <01> Measured values. 7.5.3 Display calculated values Calculated values are shown in this screen. The following values can be dis- played: Figure 43 Calculated values I active (active share) in % I blind (blind share) in %...
7 Functions and settings To display the calculated values, proceed as follows: ► > Info > 2x <02> Calculated Values. 7.5.4 Carrying out LED test You can check whether the LEDs are functioning properly. On the screen you can see which function key needs pressing to light up an LED. This function will only test the functional reliability of the respective LED.
7 Functions and settings LED no. LED 1 AUTO LED 2 MANUAL LED 3 LOWER LED 4 RAISE LED 5 >I LED 6 <V LED 7 >V LED 8 Parallel operation LED 9 NORMSET All LEDs All LEDs Table 45 Selecting the LEDs for tests 7.5.5 Displaying MIO inputs...
7 Functions and settings 7.5.6 Displaying MIO outputs The statuses of the relays are shown in this display. As soon as a relay has activated, status "1" is displayed. If status "0" is displayed, the relay hasn't ac- tivated. To display the "MIO outputs", proceed as follows: ►...
7 Functions and settings 7.5.8 Displaying memory overview The memory overview can be used to display various database entries with the relevant number of data records. The information is not relevant for opera- tion. It is only needed for service checks. The following information can be displayed: ...
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7 Functions and settings The following red events may occur: Undervoltage Overvoltage Overcurrent GPI parameter setting error The "GPI parameter setting error" event occurs if multiple inputs have been parameterized with the same function. If this event occurs, check all GPIs for correct function assignment and correct if necessary.
8 Fault elimination Fault elimination The following chapter describes how to eliminate simple operating faults and the meaning of possible event messages. Operating faults If faults occur in the device during operation, these can usually be remedied by the user. The tables below will assist you in recognizing and remedying faults.
8 Fault elimination Characteristics/detail Cause Remedy Display Display dimming is acti- Check settings for "Display dim- vated/deactivated. ming" function. Different brightness on several devices. LEDs Customized LED Check parameter. parameterization. Configurable LED lights Correct if necessary. LEDs Input signal not constant. Check input signal.
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8 Fault elimination Characteristics/detail Cause Remedy Line to current transformer Check wiring. interrupted. Measured current Short-circuiting jumper in Remove short-circuiting jumper. No measured value. current transformer not re- moved. Measured current Correct parameterization. Transmission ratio not cor- rectly parameterized. ...
8 Fault elimination 8.1.4 Customized GPIs/GPOs Characteristics/detail Cause Remedy Function expected from Parameterization has been Check active parameters. factory setting does not overwritten manually or via take place. TAPCON®-trol. Check source of DC voltage. Signal discontinuous. Intermittent DC voltage. Check signal transmitter. Check wiring.
8 Fault elimination 8.1.6 Other faults If you cannot resolve a problem, please contact Maschinenfabrik Reinhausen. Please have the following data to hand: Serial number This can be found: Outer right side when viewed from the front Info screen ( >...
8 Fault elimination Event messages Event (yellow/re Event message Remark Undervoltage Message is displayed in the event of undervol- tage. Parameter setting: Set undervoltage limit value (page 92). Overvoltage Message is displayed in the event of overvol- tage. Parameter setting: Set overvoltage limit value (page 96).
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8 Fault elimination Blocking: Lower Message is displayed if lower is blocked be- blocked because tap cause the corresponding tap position limit has position limit reached or been reached or exceeded. exceeded Blocking: Raise Message is displayed if raise is blocked be- blocked because tap cause the corresponding tap position limit has position limit reached or...
9 Technical Data Technical Data Indicator elements Display LCD, monochrome, graphics-capable 128 x 128 pixels LEDs 15 LEDs for operation display and messages of which 4 LEDs are freely programmable (2x yel- low, 1x yellow/green, 1x yellow/red) Table 54 Indicator elements Electrical data 110 (-20%)...350 V DC Power supply...
9 Technical Data Figure 46 View from below without door Ambient conditions Operating temperature -25°C...+70°C Storage temperature -40°C ... +85° C Table 57 Dimensions and weight Tests 9.5.1 Electrical safety EN 61010-1 Safety requirements for electrical measurement and control and regulation equipment and labora- tory instruments IEC 61131-2 Dielectric test with operating frequency...
9 Technical Data 9.5.4 Mechanical stability IEC 60068-2-31 Drop and topple, unpacked 100 mm fall height IEC 60068-2-32 Free fall, unpacked 250 mm fall height IEC 255-21-1 Class 1 Bounce test IEC 255-21-2 Class 1 Shock and bump test IEC 255-21-3 Class 1 Seismic test Table 61 Mechanical stability...
10 Menu overview Menu overview The following sections give an overview of the relevant menus and submenus. Level 1 Level 2 Parameters Normset activation Desired value 1 Primary voltage Secondary voltage Desired value 1 Desired value 2 ...
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10 Menu overview Level 1 Level 2 Parameters Compensation method Vr line drop compensation Vx line drop compensation Z compensation Z compensation limit value Primary voltage Secondary voltage Primary current Current transformer connection ...
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