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  • Page 1 37365A GCP-30 Series Packages Genset Control Configuration Software version starting from 4.3046 Manual 37365A...
  • Page 2 Provides other helpful information that does not fall under the warning or caution categories. Woodward reserves the right to update any portion of this publication at any time. Information provided by Woodward is believed to be correct and reliable. However, Woodward assumes no responsibility unless otherwise expressly undertaken.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents NOTE The functions described in this manual are included in the different packages of the GCP-30 series. Some functions are only available in specific packages. Specific model numbers at the beginning of the parameter/function text will indicate package specific parameters/functionality.
  • Page 4 Manual 37365A GCP-30 Series Packages - Genset Control Measuring .............................. 24 Rated Frequency ......................... 24 Potential Transformers (Voltage Transformers) ................24 Rated Voltage ..........................26 Generator Current ........................27 Mains Current/Mains Power Measurement ................. 28 LS 4 Mode (GCP-31: XPD, XPQ) ....................
  • Page 5 Manual 37365A GCP-30 Series Packages - Genset Control Discrete Inputs ............................. 110 Alarm Inputs ..........................111 Configuring The Text For The Discrete Inputs ................112 Control Inputs ..........................113 Terminal 6 Function ........................116 Analog Inputs (XPD, XPQ) ........................119 Setting The Analog Inputs ......................
  • Page 6 Manual 37365A GCP-30 Series Packages - Genset Control Illustrations And Tables Illustrations Figure 3-1: Control loop ................................34 Figure 3-2: Step response (Example) ............................34 Figure 3-3: Step responds - governor configuration ......................... 36 Figure 3-4: CAN bus load/var sharing, diagram ........................55 Figure 3-5: Breaker control logic 'Impulse' for MCB .......................

  • Page 7: Chapter 1. General Information

    Manual 37365A GCP-30 Series Packages - Genset Control Chapter 1. General Information Type English German GCP-31/32 Series GCP-31/32 Packages - Installation 37364 GR37364 GCP-31/32 Packages - Configuration this manual 37365 GR37365 GCP-31/32 - Function/Operation 37238 GR37238 GCP-31/32 - Application 37240...

  • Page 8: Functional Overview

    Manual 37365A GCP-30 Series Packages - Genset Control Functional Overview ≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡ Function Package GCP-31 GCP-32 Common Functions 1× readiness for operation relay 4/6× control relay (form A, make contact) 7× freely configurable relay outputs (form A, make contact) 2× three-position controller for n/f/V/P, power factor * 2×...

  • Page 9: Chapter 2. Function

    Manual 37365A GCP-30 Series Packages - Genset Control Chapter 2. Function Considerations To Be Taken: ≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡ Different Options Depending how a control unit is configured, different parameters will be displayed and only the relevant parame- ters will be able to be accessed: •...

  • Page 10: Signals

    Manual 37365A GCP-30 Series Packages - Genset Control Signals ≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡ Discrete Inputs NOTE Emergency power and critical operation modes will be carried out while the GCP-30 is in TEST or AU- TOMATIC mode regardless if the discrete inputs for "Automatic 1" and/or "Automatic 2" are enabled.

  • Page 11: Table 3-3: Set Point Value Table

    Manual 37365A GCP-30 Series Packages - Genset Control Terminals 5/7 Automatic 2 (Start/Stop the engine) Enabling this input while the control is in the AUTOMATIC operation mode will result in the GCP- 30 controlling the real power in accordance with how " P controller: set point 2" is configured and may be used to initiate the engine start/stop sequence.

  • Page 12: Control Outputs

    Manual 37365A GCP-30 Series Packages - Genset Control Terminals 34 to 36/33 and 61 to 73/60 Discrete inputs These freely programmable alarm inputs may be configured with user defined text, alarm classes, time delays, whether alarm monitoring should be delayed by the engine speed, and if the contacts are N.O.
  • Page 13 Manual 37365A GCP-30 Series Packages - Genset Control pre-assigned to terminals 47/48 Centralized alarm This relay is enabled when a centralized alarm is issued. An external horn, buzzer, or beacon may be operated by this relay output during a fault condition. Pressing the "RESET" button will reset the re- lay.

  • Page 14: Chapter 3. Configuration

    If your current LeoPC1 software is an earlier version, the latest version can be ordered from our technical sales or can be downloaded from our homepage at http://www.woodward.com/software. Older project files may still be used with the updated version of LeoPC1 after installation has been completed.

  • Page 15: Basic Data

    Manual 37365A GCP-30 Series Packages - Genset Control Basic Data ≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡ Version Number (Software Version) Parameter 1 Software version Software version This screen displays the software version loaded into the control (the last two xx Vx.xxxx are for software revisions which do not affect the function of the unit).

  • Page 16: Direct Configuration

    After the program has been installed, consult the online help for a description of the PC program and its setup. Configuration files may be downloaded from the Woodward homepage at: http://www.woodward.com/software/ConfigFiles/ The unit part number and revision number will be required to locate the appropriate configuration files.

  • Page 17: Generator Number

    Manual 37365A GCP-30 Series Packages - Genset Control Generator Number Parameter 4 Generator number (controller CAN bus address) 1 to 14 Generator number If a power plant is composed of multiple generators with controllers, the controllers must be coupled via a CAN bus. Each controller must be assigned a unique CAN bus address to differentiate the units.
  • Page 18 Manual 37365A GCP-30 Series Packages - Genset Control 8.) Open the applicable *.cfg file for the application by selecting "File" from the tool bar and "open" from the drop down menu. Select the proper *.cfg file from the window that appears.
  • Page 19 Manual 37365A GCP-30 Series Packages - Genset Control 11.) A window will appear with all the tunable parameters in it. Move the cursor over the numbers for the pass- word and double click. 12.) Enter the password for code level CS 2 (Parameter 2).

  • Page 20: Service Display

    Manual 37365A GCP-30 Series Packages - Genset Control 15.) Load the desired language file using the button "Load LNG file ..." 16.) Select the desired language and click the "Transfer language" button. 17.) If an additional language is to be loaded into the control unit, return to step 5 and change the language se- lection from the currently active language to the inactive language and acknowledge the change with the "Select"...

  • Page 21: Event Logger (Xpd, Xpq)

    Manual 37365A GCP-30 Series Packages - Genset Control Event Logger (XPD, XPQ) ≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡ NOTE Displaying and clearing of events depends on access authorization: • Displaying of events ..... Access authorization CS 1 und CS • Clearing of events ......Access authorization CS CS = Code level (see chapter "Password"...

  • Page 22: Table 3-1: Event Recorder - Messages, Part 1

    Manual 37365A GCP-30 Series Packages - Genset Control Event type xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx German English Internal events Überdrehzahl Engine overspeed (Pickup) Over speed Überfrequenz Overfrequency Generator overfrequency Unterfrequenz Underfrequency Generator underfrequency Gen.-Überspg. Generator overvoltage Gen.overvolt. Gen.-Unterspg. Gen.undervolt. Generator undervoltage Gen.-Überstrom 1 Gen.overcurr. 1 Generator overcurrent, level 1 Gen.-Überstrom 2...

  • Page 23: Analog Inputs

    Manual 37365A GCP-30 Series Packages - Genset Control External expansions Discrete input [D1.01] of IKD1.1 Option SC10 + IKD1 Discrete input [D1.02] of IKD1.1 Option SC10 + IKD1 Discrete input [D1.03] of IKD1.1 Option SC10 + IKD1 Discrete input [D1.04] of IKD1.1...

  • Page 24: Measuring

    Manual 37365A GCP-30 Series Packages - Genset Control Measuring ≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡ WARNING It is absolutely necessary for correct rated values to be entered in the following parameters, as numer- ous measurements and monitoring functions refer to these values. Failure to do so may lead to incor- rect measuring of parameters resulting in damage to or destruction of the generator and/or personal in- jury or death.
  • Page 25 Manual 37365A GCP-30 Series Packages - Genset Control Parameter 10 Generator potential transformer secondary [1] 50 to 125 V; [4] 50 to 480 V Gen.volt.transf. This value corresponds to the rated voltage on the secondary side of the secondary 000V PTs, which are directly connected to the control.

  • Page 26: Rated Voltage

    Manual 37365A GCP-30 Series Packages - Genset Control Rated Voltage Parameter 16 Generator voltage set point [1] 50 to 125 V; [4] 50 to 530 V Gen.voltage This value corresponds to the rated voltage on the secondary side of the...

  • Page 27: Generator Current

    Manual 37365A GCP-30 Series Packages - Genset Control NOTE If a three-wire system is connected, terminal 0 must remain disconnected. If terminal 0 is connected, the control may monitor a voltage that exceeds the permissible limits. Generator Current Parameter 19...

  • Page 28: Mains Current/Mains Power Measurement

    Manual 37365A GCP-30 Series Packages - Genset Control Mains Current/Mains Power Measurement Mains current measurement via mains CT Parameter 23 Mains current transformer 5 to 7,000/{x} A Current transf. The input of the current transformer ratio is necessary for the indication and control...
  • Page 29 Manual 37365A GCP-30 Series Packages - Genset Control Mains power actual value measurement via analog input (XPD, XPQ) actual value measurement of the mains power via an analog input T{x} [x = 1 to 7] is possible if at least one of the analog inputs T{x} [x = 1 to 7] is a 0/4 to 20 input.
  • Page 30 Manual 37365A GCP-30 Series Packages - Genset Control Parameter 25 Analog input P mains: Range 0 to 20 mA / 4 to 20 mA Analog in Pmains The mains power analog input measuring range is defined here. 0 to 20 mA or 4 to 0-00mA 20 mA may be selected for this parameter.

  • Page 31: Ls 4 Mode (Gcp-31: Xpd, Xpq)

    Manual 37365A GCP-30 Series Packages - Genset Control LS 4 Mode (GCP-31: XPD, XPQ) Parameter 28 LS 4 mode ON/OFF LS 4 mode ON ....The GCP has been enabled to operate with LS 4 breaker controllers. The GCP controller monitors the CAN bus for messages from an [GCP-31] LS 4 and reacts accordingly.

  • Page 32: Password Configuration

    Manual 37365A GCP-30 Series Packages - Genset Control Password Configuration NOTE Once the code level is entered, access to the configuration menus will be allowed for two hours or until another password is entered into the control. If a user needs to exit a code level, then the control should have the CS0 code level enabled.

  • Page 33: Controller

    Manual 37365A GCP-30 Series Packages - Genset Control Controller ≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡ WARNING The following parameters dictate how the GCP-30 controls voltage, frequency, load, and power factor. It is vital that the correct setting be entered in these parameters. Failure to do so may lead to incorrect measurements and failures within the control unit resulting in damage to or destruction of the genera- tor and/or personal injury or death.

  • Page 34: Analog Controller Outputs (Bpq, Xpq)

    Manual 37365A GCP-30 Series Packages - Genset Control Analog Controller Outputs (BPQ, XPQ) Some controls may be purchased with the packages. These packages offers an alternative to a three-position controller output to a voltage regulator or speed control. If this option is selected, additional confi- guration screens are displayed for tuning.
  • Page 35 Manual 37365A GCP-30 Series Packages - Genset Control CAUTION The following must be ensured when tuning a controller: • Ensure that the emergency shutdown system is operational • While determining the critical frequency, pay attention to the amplitude and frequency •...

  • Page 36: Figure 3-3: Step Responds - Governor Configuration

    Manual 37365A GCP-30 Series Packages - Genset Control PID-controller PI-controller = 0.6 × K = 0.45 × K Pcrit Pcrit = 0.5 × T = 0.83 × T crit crit = 0.125 × T crit Step response Controller setting Controller setting Controller setting Optimal (xm ≤...

  • Page 37: Real Power Controller, Set Point Values

    Manual 37365A GCP-30 Series Packages - Genset Control Real Power Controller, Set Point Values These screens appear only if the generator real power controller (Parameter 74) has been configured to "ON". NOTE The fixed-value power controller does not monitor the mains interchange point. If excess power for the load requirements is generated, the excess power is exported to the mains.

  • Page 38: Table Of Set Point Values

    Manual 37365A GCP-30 Series Packages - Genset Control Parameter 36 Power controller: set point 2 C/I/E 0 to 9,999 kW Power controller Set point 2 is enabled when Automatic 2 (terminal 5) is energized and the external Pset2 I0000kW set point value (0/4 to 20 mA or interface) has not been enabled. If set point 1 and set point 2 are enabled at the same time, the power will be controlled in the manner specified by set point 1.

  • Page 39: Frequency Controller

    Manual 37365A GCP-30 Series Packages - Genset Control Frequency Controller Parameter 37 Frequency controller: initial state of the actuator 0 to 100 % Initial state The value entered for this parameter is the start reference point for the analog out-...
  • Page 40 Manual 37365A GCP-30 Series Packages - Genset Control Parameter 42 Frequency controller: type THREESTEP / ANALOG / PWM F/P contr.type THREESTEP The signal to the speed control to increase/decrease the ---------------- speed/frequency/real power is output via the relay manager to any BPQ, two configurable relays.
  • Page 41 Manual 37365A GCP-30 Series Packages - Genset Control Analog Controller Output (BPQ, XPQ: Setting 'ANALOG/PWM') Parameter 46 Frequency controller: output range see below F/P contr.output If "F/P contr.type" (Parameter 42) has been configured as "ANALOG", this para- ---------------- meter must be configured to the appropriate type of analog controller signal. The BPQ, range of the analog output is configured here.
  • Page 42 Manual 37365A GCP-30 Series Packages - Genset Control Parameter 49 Frequency controller: maximum value 0 to 100% Stepper sign.frq This parameter permits the operator to clamp or limit the upper limit of the analog (max.) 000% output signal. BPQ, Example: A 1 to 4V analog output is needed for the voltage controller to operate properly.

  • Page 43: Voltage Controller

    Manual 37365A GCP-30 Series Packages - Genset Control Voltage Controller Parameter 53 Voltage controller: initial state of the actuator 0 to 100 % Initial state The value entered for this parameter is the start reference point for the analog out-...
  • Page 44 Manual 37365A GCP-30 Series Packages - Genset Control Three-Position Controller (XPD; BPQ, XPQ: Setting 'THREESTEP') Parameter 58 Voltage controller: dead band 00.1 to 15.0 % Volt.controller This value refers to the rated system voltage (Parameter 17). dead band 00.0% Isolated operation The generator voltage is controlled in such a manner that the...
  • Page 45 Manual 37365A GCP-30 Series Packages - Genset Control Analog Controller (BPQ, XPQ: Setting 'ANALOG') Parameter 61 Voltage controller: range see below V/Q contr.output If "V/Q contr.type" (Parameter 57) has been configured as "ANALOG", this para- ---------------- meter must be configured to the appropriate type of analog controller signal. The BPQ, range of the analog output is configured here.
  • Page 46 Manual 37365A GCP-30 Series Packages - Genset Control Parameter 64 Voltage controller: P-gain 1 to 240 Volt.controller The gain coefficient K specifies the Proportional portion of the PID control loop. gain Kpr By increasing the gain, the response is increased to permit larger corrections to the BPQ, variable to be controlled.

  • Page 47: Power Factor Controller

    Manual 37365A GCP-30 Series Packages - Genset Control Power Factor Controller Parameter 67 Power factor controller: enable ON/OFF Pow.fact.contr. ON ....Power factor control is automatically performed by the GCP-30 when in a mains parallel operation. The power factor cannot be accurately...
  • Page 48 Manual 37365A GCP-30 Series Packages - Genset Control Analog Controller (BPQ, XPQ: Setting 'ANALOG') Parameter 71 Power factor controller: P-gain 1 to 240 Pow.fact.contr. The gain coefficient K specifies the Proportional portion of the PID control loop. gain Kpr By increasing the gain, the response is increased to permit larger corrections to the BPQ, variable to be controlled.

  • Page 49: Real Power Controller

    Manual 37365A GCP-30 Series Packages - Genset Control Real Power Controller Parameter 74 Power controller: enable ON/OFF Power controller ON ....Real power control is enabled. The generator will automatically load with real power to the level configured in Pset1 (Parameter 35) or Pset2 (Parameter 36) when the corresponding inputs (terminal 3 or 5) are energized and the system is in parallel with the mains.
  • Page 50 Manual 37365A GCP-30 Series Packages - Genset Control External Generator Power Set Point Value (XPD, XPQ) The generator real power set point value may be regulated via an analog input T{x} [x = 1 to 7] if one of the analog inputs T{x} [x = 1 to 7] is a 0/4 to 20 mA input.
  • Page 51 Manual 37365A GCP-30 Series Packages - Genset Control Parameter 79 Power set point value: range 0 to 20 / 4 to 20 mA Analog input The analog input measurement range is selected in this parameter. The user may se- 0-00mA lect from 0 to 20 mA or 4 to 20 mA to match the source of the input.
  • Page 52 Manual 37365A GCP-30 Series Packages - Genset Control Analog Controller (BPQ, XPQ: Setting 'ANALOG') Parameter 85 Power controller: P gain 1 to 240 Power controller The gain coefficient K specifies the Proportional portion of the PID control loop. gain Kpr...

  • Page 53: Load And/Or Var Sharing

    Manual 37365A GCP-30 Series Packages - Genset Control Load and/or var Sharing The GCP-30 performs proportional load and/or var sharing. This means each generator will share the load at the same percentage level of the generator rated power when paralleled against the mains, in an isolated operation with multiple generators paralleled, or when re-synchronizing the common bus to the mains.
  • Page 54 Manual 37365A GCP-30 Series Packages - Genset Control Re-synchronization of the busbar to the mains: The system is operating as an isolated system, for synchroni- zation to be performed the voltage and frequency differentials of the mains and bus must be within the confi- gured windows.

  • Page 55: Figure 3-4: Can Bus Load/Var Sharing, Diagram

    Manual 37365A GCP-30 Series Packages - Genset Control Figure 3-4: CAN bus load/var sharing, diagram © Woodward Page 55/179...
  • Page 56 Manual 37365A GCP-30 Series Packages - Genset Control Parameter 90 kW sharing: load sharing ON/OFF Active power ON ....Real power sharing is enabled. When multiple generators are operat- load-share ing in parallel, the real power is shared proportionally. The subse- quent screens of this function are displayed.

  • Page 57: Automatic

    Manual 37365A GCP-30 Series Packages - Genset Control Automatic ≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡ Parameter 94 Configuration of automatic YES/NO Configure The automatic control functions are configured in this block of parameters. This automatic parameter has the following effects: YES ....The parameters in this block are displayed and can either be viewed ("Select"...
  • Page 58 Manual 37365A GCP-30 Series Packages - Genset Control Single generator in mains parallel operation The load-dependent start/stop function is enabled when all of the following conditions have been met: • The control has been placed in the AUTOMATIC operation mode •...
  • Page 59 Manual 37365A GCP-30 Series Packages - Genset Control Single generator mains parallel operation (mains interchange (import/export) real power control) NOTE The "desired mains interchange power level" will equal 0 in the formulas below if the breaker logic is configured as Open Transition, Closed Transition, Interchange, or External. The desired mains inter- change power level is utilized for import and export power operations.
  • Page 60 Manual 37365A GCP-30 Series Packages - Genset Control Load sharing with multiple generators in a mains parallel operation The load-dependent start/stop functionality is enabled when the following conditions have been met for all con- trols: • The control has been placed in the AUTOMATIC operation mode •...
  • Page 61 Manual 37365A GCP-30 Series Packages - Genset Control Mains parallel operation(mains interchange (import/export) real power control with multiple generators) NOTE The "desired mains interchange power level" will equal 0 in the formulas below if the breaker logic is configured as Open Transition, Closed Transition, Interchange, or External. The desired mains inter- change power level is utilized for import and export power operations.
  • Page 62 Manual 37365A GCP-30 Series Packages - Genset Control Variables Generator rating = the power rating for an individual generator (all generators used in this application must be of the same power rating). "Rated power generator" (Parameter 21) should be configured as "200 kW".
  • Page 63 Manual 37365A GCP-30 Series Packages - Genset Control Case 5: An engine start command is issued to the second generator when the monitored mains power reaches a specified level. Formula D is used as follows: [(generator rating)(number of closed GCBs) – parallel reserve power] / number of closed GCBs = generator power level at next start [(200 kW)(2) –...
  • Page 64 Manual 37365A GCP-30 Series Packages - Genset Control Isolated operation in parallel with other generators The load-dependent start/stop functionality is enabled when the following conditions have been met for all con- trols: • The control has been placed in the AUTOMATIC operation mode •...
  • Page 65 Manual 37365A GCP-30 Series Packages - Genset Control General Formula G: Start of the engine [(generator rated power)(number of closed GCBs) – isolated reserve power] / number of closed GCBs = generator power level that a generator is started Formula H: Stop of the engine (number of generators needed for load –...

  • Page 66: Stop Of The Engine At Mains Failure [Gcp-31]

    Manual 37365A GCP-30 Series Packages - Genset Control Stop Of The Engine At Mains Failure [GCP-31] Parameter 106 Engine stop at mains failure ON/OFF Mains error - ON ....The GCB will open and the engine will shut down if a mains failure stop eng.

  • Page 67: Interface

    Manual 37365A GCP-30 Series Packages - Genset Control Interface NOTE For remote acknowledgement of alarms, a remote stop while in idle mode must be performed. If the control is in an isolated operation, an acknowledgement combined with a remote start must be per- formed.

  • Page 68: Breaker

    Manual 37365A GCP-30 Series Packages - Genset Control Breaker ≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡ NOTE The parameters for this control are grouped together in blocks to permit navigation through the large number of configuration screens more rapidly. Selecting "YES" or "NO" has no effect whether or not control or monitoring is carried out for the parameters located in that block.
  • Page 69 Manual 37365A GCP-30 Series Packages - Genset Control Synchronization Synchronization of the GCB GCB synchronization will be performed with frequency and voltage correction when the following conditions have been met: NOTE The GCP-30series controller does not have maximum phase angle limit for synchronization. The GCP- 30 uses the parameters "Closing time GCB"...
  • Page 70 Manual 37365A GCP-30 Series Packages - Genset Control Synchronization of the MCB [GCP-32] MCB synchronization will be performed with frequency and voltage correction when the following conditions have been met: Automatic mode • The control has been placed in the AUTOMATIC operation mode •...

  • Page 71: Table 3-5: Limit Values Generator, Dead Bus Start

    Manual 37365A GCP-30 Series Packages - Genset Control Dead Bus Start Dead bus start of the GCB The GCB will close without synchronization when the following conditions have been met: Automatic mode • The control has been placed in the AUTOMATIC operation mode •...

  • Page 72: Table 3-6: Limit Values Mains, Dead Bus Start

    Manual 37365A GCP-30 Series Packages - Genset Control Dead bus start of the MCB [GCP-32] The MCB will close without synchronization when the following conditions are met: Automatic mode • The control has been placed in the AUTOMATIC operation mode •...
  • Page 73 Manual 37365A GCP-30 Series Packages - Genset Control Open Breaker Open GCB The GCB will be opened though one of two methods that is dependent upon how the breaker closure signal is configured. If the breaker closure signal is configured as a "continuous pulse" (Parameter 115), the "Command: GCB close"...

  • Page 74: Breaker Logic

    Manual 37365A GCP-30 Series Packages - Genset Control Breaker Logic NOTE Using the discrete input "Change breaker logic via terminal 64" (Parameter 207), the breaker logic may be switched between two different breaker logics (description on page 113). The primary breaker logic is configured in Parameter 111.
  • Page 75 Manual 37365A GCP-30 Series Packages - Genset Control "PARALLEL" Breaker Logic Configuring Parameter 111 to "PARALLEL" enables parallel operation. NOTE Parallel breaker logic must be selected for the following operation modes: • Isolated operation • Isolated operation with multiple generators in parallel •...
  • Page 76 Manual 37365A GCP-30 Series Packages - Genset Control "INTERCHANGE" Breaker Logic [GCP-32] Configuring Parameter 111 to "INTERCHANGE" enables real power control (import/export) through a mains in- terchange operation. NOTE For this breaker logic to function correctly, the mains power measurement must be connected proper- ly.
  • Page 77 Manual 37365A GCP-30 Series Packages - Genset Control "OPEN TRANSIT." Breaker Logic [GCP-32] Configuring Parameter 111 to " OPEN TRANSIT." enables the MCB and GCB to perform an open transition (break-before-make/change over logic) when transferring from the mains to the generator and back.
  • Page 78 Manual 37365A GCP-30 Series Packages - Genset Control Overview GCP-32 STOP TEST MANUAL AUTOMATIC Breaker logic: EXTERNAL (External breaker control) The MCB and the GCB are primarily operated by an external control such as a PLC. The breakers may be operated through the GCP only if the MANUAL operation mode has been enabled when this breaker logic is used.
  • Page 79 Manual 37365A GCP-30 Series Packages - Genset Control STOP TEST MANUAL AUTOMATIC Breaker logic: CLOSED TRANSIT.: (Closed transition / make-before-brake / overlap synchronization) The MCB and the GCB are synchronized; preventing the busbar from being de-energized while the load is transferred. Im- mediately after the synchronization of one breaker, the other is opened.
  • Page 80 Manual 37365A GCP-30 Series Packages - Genset Control Overview GCP-31 STOP TEST MANUAL AUTOMATIC Breaker logic: EXTERNAL: (External) GCB is primarily operated by an external control such as a PLC. The GCB may be operated through the GCP only if the MANUAL operation mode has been enabled when this breaker logic is used.

  • Page 81: Start/Stop Ramp, Open Gcb With F2 Alarm

    Manual 37365A GCP-30 Series Packages - Genset Control Start/Stop Ramp, Open GCB With F2 Alarm Parameter 112 Start/stop ramp 0 to 999 s Add-on/off ramp The add-on/add-off timer can be used to influence two functions: max.time 000s Stopping: The maximum amount of time generator should take to shed all load is configured here.

  • Page 82: Gcb/Mcb Pulse/Continuous Pulse

    Manual 37365A GCP-30 Series Packages - Genset Control GCB/MCB Pulse/Continuous Pulse The closing and opening processes of the GCB and the MCB are described in Figure 3-5 and Figure 3-7. Chang- ing of the generator breaker control logic to either a momentary pulse or a continuous signal is configured using Parameter 114 (the MCB can only be configured for a momentary pulse).

  • Page 83: Figure 3-6: Breaker Control Logic 'Impulse' For Gcb

    Manual 37365A GCP-30 Series Packages - Genset Control • Breaker logic: 'Impulse' for GCB 'Enable GCB' Time/s 'Command: close GCB' (14/15) Time/s 'Command: open ..GCB' (41/42) Time/s 'Reply: ..GCB is open' (4/7) Time/s Figure 3-6: Breaker control logic 'Impulse' for GCB 'Impulse' logic (GCB): •...

  • Page 84: Open/Close Gcb

    Manual 37365A GCP-30 Series Packages - Genset Control Parameter 114 Signal logic for the GCB Impulse/Constant GCB close.relay Constant ..The "Command: close GCB" relay can be utilized as part of the hold- ---------------- ing circuit of the breaker. The "Command: close GCB" relay remains...

  • Page 85: Synchronization

    Manual 37365A GCP-30 Series Packages - Genset Control Synchronization Parameter 116 Max. permissible synchronization frequency differential (positive slip) 0.02 to 0.49 Hz Synchronize The prerequisite for a breaker closure command being issued is that the monitored df max 0.00Hz frequency differential of the two systems being synchronized is less than the confi- gured frequency differential.

  • Page 86: Synchronization Time Monitoring

    Manual 37365A GCP-30 Series Packages - Genset Control Parameter 122 Automatic circuit breaker deblocking ON/OFF Automat.breaker ON ....Depending if the MCB or the GCB is being closed, a breaker open deblocking command is issued for 1 second prior to the breaker closure com- mand being issued.

  • Page 87: Dead Bus Start

    Manual 37365A GCP-30 Series Packages - Genset Control Dead Bus Start If the busbar is de-energized, a dead bus start of the GCB or the MCB is performed. If closing commands for the MCB and the GCB are issued simultaneously, priority is given to the MCB provided the discrete input "Enable MCB"...

  • Page 88: Breaker Monitoring

    Manual 37365A GCP-30 Series Packages - Genset Control Breaker Monitoring Upon CLOSING - The GCP monitors the GCB and/or the MCB to ensure that the respective breaker has closed if "GCB monitoring" (Parameter 130) and/or "MCB monitoring" (Parameter 131) have been configured "ON"...

  • Page 89: Mains Decoupling

    Manual 37365A GCP-30 Series Packages - Genset Control Mains Decoupling NOTE If the mains monitoring (frequency and voltage) is disabled, decoupling from the mains is not per- formed. Parameter 132 Decoupling from the mains via ... GCB; GCB EXT; EXTERNAL; EXT GCB Mains decoupling GCB .....
  • Page 90 Manual 37365A GCP-30 Series Packages - Genset Control NOTE If the mains monitoring (frequency and voltage) is disabled, decoupling from the mains is not per- formed. Parameter 133 Decoupling from the mains via ... GCB; GCB MCB; MCB; MCB GCB Mains decoupling GCB .....

  • Page 91: Emergency Power (Amf) (Gcp-32; Gcp-31: Xpd, Xpq)

    Manual 37365A GCP-30 Series Packages - Genset Control Emergency Power (AMF) (GCP-32; GCP-31: XPD, XPQ) ≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡ NOTE The parameters for this control are grouped together in blocks to permit navigation through the large number of configuration screens more rapidly. Selecting "YES" or "NO" has no effect whether or not control or monitoring is carried out for the parameters located in that block.

  • Page 92: Emergency Power With Breaker Logic "Parallel

    Manual 37365A GCP-30 Series Packages - Genset Control The following actions occur in an emergency power operation: • If emergency power operation is initiated, the engine is started provided the sequence is not interrupted by an alarm or the operation mode is not changed •...

  • Page 93: Emergency Power With Breaker Logic "Closed Transit

    Manual 37365A GCP-30 Series Packages - Genset Control Emergency Power With Breaker Logic "CLOSED TRANSIT." Emergency power: After detecting a mains fault, the GCP will wait until the "emergency power start delay" (Parameter 138) has expired before starting an engine. Once the engine has started and the monitored generator voltage and frequency have exceeded the dead bus start limits (Parameter 126 and Parameter 127), the MCB is opened and the GCB is closed to the dead busbar.

  • Page 94: Emergency Power With Mcb Malfunction

    Manual 37365A GCP-30 Series Packages - Genset Control Emergency power With MCB Malfunction MCB malfunction: If the MCB opens without an open command from the GCP while in the AUTOMATIC mode and the control is configured for emergency power standby, the GCP will attempt to reclose the breaker. If the MCB cannot be reclosed due to an MCB failure and "Emergency power"...

  • Page 95: Protection

    Manual 37365A GCP-30 Series Packages - Genset Control Protection ≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡ NOTE The parameters for this control are grouped together in blocks to permit navigation through the large number of configuration screens more rapidly. Selecting "YES" or "NO" has no effect whether or not control or monitoring is carried out for the parameters located in that block.
  • Page 96 Manual 37365A GCP-30 Series Packages - Genset Control Parameter 141 Power monitoring threshold value, level 1 0 to 9,999 kW Gen.power monit. If this threshold value has been exceeded for at least the delay time (Para- resp.val1 0000kW meter 143), the relay assigned relay manager function 56 energizes.

  • Page 97: Mains Power Monitoring

    Manual 37365A GCP-30 Series Packages - Genset Control Mains Power Monitoring It is possible for the GCP-30 to monitor a configured mains power limit. If this configured limit is surpassed, it is possible to energize a relay output by assigning a relay manager function (relay manager function 67) to one of the freely configurable relays.

  • Page 98: Generator Overload Monitoring

    Manual 37365A GCP-30 Series Packages - Genset Control Generator Overload Monitoring NOTE All percentage values refer to a percentage of the generator rated power (Parameter 21; page 27). Function: "Positive real power not within the permissible limits" - The single-phase or three-phase measured generator real power is above the configured limit value of the real power.

  • Page 99: Generator Reverse/Reduced Power Monitoring

    Manual 37365A GCP-30 Series Packages - Genset Control Generator Reverse/Reduced Power Monitoring NOTE All percentage values refer to a percentage of the generator rated power (Parameter 21; page 27). Function: "Real power not within the permissible limits" - The real power measured in a single-phase or in a three-phase system is below the configured limit value for the minimum load or below the configured value for reverse power.

  • Page 100: Unbalanced Load Monitoring

    Manual 37365A GCP-30 Series Packages - Genset Control Unbalanced Load Monitoring NOTE All percentage values refer to a percentage of the generator rated power (Parameter 22; page 27). Function: "Generator load imbalance not within the permissible limits" - The percentage threshold value speci- fies the permissible deviation of any single phase current to the arithmetic mean value of all three phase currents.

  • Page 101: Independent Time-Overcurrent Monitoring

    Manual 37365A GCP-30 Series Packages - Genset Control Independent Time-Overcurrent Monitoring NOTE All percentage values refer to a percentage of the generator rated power (Parameter 22; page 27). Function: The GCP utilizes a two tier independent time-overcurrent monitoring with separate adjustable time delays.
  • Page 102 Manual 37365A GCP-30 Series Packages - Genset Control Parameter 165 Independent time-overcurrent, threshold value, limit 2 0 to 300 % Gen.overcurrent If the monitored generator current exceeds the configured percentage of the rated limit 2 000% generator current for at least the delay time configured in Parameter 166, an F3 class alarm is issued.

  • Page 103: Generator Frequency Monitoring

    Manual 37365A GCP-30 Series Packages - Genset Control Generator Frequency Monitoring Function: "Generator frequency not within the permissible limits" - The generator frequency is outside of the limit values set for overfrequency or underfrequency. The engine is shut down immediately (class F3 alarm), and an alarm message is displayed.

  • Page 104: Generator Voltage Monitoring

    Manual 37365A GCP-30 Series Packages - Genset Control Generator Voltage Monitoring The line-to-line (wye) voltage is monitored. Function: "Generator voltage not within the permissible limits" - If one or more phases of the generator voltage exceeds the limit values set for overvoltage or undervoltage, the engine is shut down immediately (F3 class alarm) and an alarm message is displayed.

  • Page 105: Mains Frequency Monitoring

    Manual 37365A GCP-30 Series Packages - Genset Control Mains Frequency Monitoring Monitoring the mains frequency is absolutely vital if a generator is operated in parallel with the infinite grid. In the event of a mains failure (e.g. utility power outage) the generator that is operating in parallel with the utility must be automatically disconnected from the mains.

  • Page 106: Mains Voltage Monitoring

    Manual 37365A GCP-30 Series Packages - Genset Control Mains Voltage Monitoring Monitoring the mains voltage is absolutely vital if a generator is operated in parallel with the infinite grid. In the event of mains failure (e.g. utility power outage) the generator that is operating in parallel with the utility must be automatically disconnected from the mains.

  • Page 107: Phase/Vector Shift Monitoring Dϕ/Dt

    Manual 37365A GCP-30 Series Packages - Genset Control Parameter 188 Mains undervoltage hysteresis 0.0 to 50.0 % Mains undervolt. The value configured here is the amount the monitored voltage must exceed the Hysteresis 00.0% configured threshold in Parameter 187 before the corresponding relay output will de-energize.

  • Page 108: Mains Settling Time

    Manual 37365A GCP-30 Series Packages - Genset Control NOTE If monitoring is configured to "threephase", only Parameter 192 is displayed; if monitoring is confi- gured to "one-/threephase", Parameter 192 and Parameter 193 are dispalyed. Parameter 192 Phase/vector shift monitoring threshold value single-phase 3 to 30 °...

  • Page 109: Battery Voltage Monitoring

    Manual 37365A GCP-30 Series Packages - Genset Control Battery Voltage Monitoring Parameter 195 Battery voltage monitoring: Threshold value 9.5 to 30.0 V Batt.undervolt. If the monitored battery voltage falls below the configured percentage of the confi- V < 00.0V gured threshold for at least the delay time configured in Parameter 196, an F1 class alarm is issued.

  • Page 110: Discrete Inputs

    Manual 37365A GCP-30 Series Packages - Genset Control Discrete Inputs ≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡ NOTE The parameters for this control are grouped together in blocks to permit navigation through the large number of configuration screens more rapidly. Selecting "YES" or "NO" has no effect whether or not control or monitoring is carried out for the parameters located in that block.

  • Page 111: Alarm Inputs

    Manual 37365A GCP-30 Series Packages - Genset Control Alarm Inputs Discrete input Name Terminal Function A..Alarm input; A/C..Alarm or control input (dependent on the configuration) NOTE Normally Open (N.O.): Energizing the discrete input will enable the relay. This does not provide wire break monitoring! Normally Closed (N.C.): De-energizing the discrete input will enable the relay.

  • Page 112: Configuring The Text For The Discrete Inputs

    Manual 37365A GCP-30 Series Packages - Genset Control Parameter 202 Alarm class of the discrete alarm inputs 1 to 4 F0 to F3 Dig.input 1234 The discrete inputs, which have been designated as alarm inputs, may be assigned error class 0000 an alarm class.

  • Page 113: Control Inputs

    Manual 37365A GCP-30 Series Packages - Genset Control Control Inputs Acknowledge firing speed via terminal 62 Parameter 204 Firing speed reached via terminal 62 ON/OFF Firing speed by OFF ....This terminal is used as an alarm input. Term. 62 ON ....
  • Page 114 Manual 37365A GCP-30 Series Packages - Genset Control Change breaker logic via terminal 64 Parameter 206 Breaker logic via terminal 64 ON/OFF Breaker logic OFF ....This terminal is used as an alarm input. by Term64 ON ....This terminal is used as control input.
  • Page 115 Manual 37365A GCP-30 Series Packages - Genset Control Enable 'Idle mode' via terminal 70 Parameter 210 Enable idle mode via terminal 70 ON/OFF Idle Mode OFF ....This terminal is used as an alarm input. by term.70 ON ....This terminal is used as control input. The discrete output pro-...

  • Page 116: Terminal 6 Function

    Manual 37365A GCP-30 Series Packages - Genset Control Terminal 6 Function ATTENTION Specific terminal 6 functionality require different input signals! Parameter 211 Function of terminal 6 Function term.6 This parameter is used to assign a function to the terminal 6 discrete input. The fol-...
  • Page 117 Manual 37365A GCP-30 Series Packages - Genset Control Starting Without Closing GCB Parameter 212 Perform engine cool down if starting without CB has been selected ON/OFF Start without CB ON ....After removing the start request (terminal 6 has been de-energized),...

  • Page 118: Figure 3-11: Sprinkler Operation

    Manual 37365A GCP-30 Series Packages - Genset Control NOTE If a "Sprinkler operation" (terminal 6) has been activated, F2 and F3 class alarms are converted to F1 class alarms (exception: terminal 34 or 61 and overspeed). F2 and F3 class alarms F1 class alarm "Sprinkler shutdown F1 active": Parameter 213 permits the user to select if the F2 and F3 class alarms are...

  • Page 119: Analog Inputs (Xpd, Xpq)

    Manual 37365A GCP-30 Series Packages - Genset Control Analog Inputs (XPD, XPQ) ≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡ NOTE The parameters for this control are grouped together in blocks to permit navigation through the large number of configuration screens more rapidly. Selecting "YES" or "NO" has no effect whether or not control or monitoring is carried out for the parameters located in that block.
  • Page 120 Manual 37365A GCP-30 Series Packages - Genset Control Scaleable analog input 0/4 to 20 mA (analog input [T1] - [T3]) NOTE The scalable analog inputs 0/4 to 20 mA can be configured alternatively for the following functions: • Mains interchange (import/export) real power...
  • Page 121 Manual 37365A GCP-30 Series Packages - Genset Control Parameter 217 0/4 to 20 mA input; measuring range 0 to 20 mA / 4 to 20mA Analog input x The measuring range 0 to 20 mA or 4 to 20 mA is selected via this parameter. If 4...
  • Page 122 Manual 37365A GCP-30 Series Packages - Genset Control Pt100 Input (Analog Input [T4] to [T5]) Pt100 inputs may be measured here. The analog input is displayed with its description. Two threshold limits can be monitored. The first level initiates a class F1 alarm, the second level initiates a class F3 alarm.
  • Page 123 Manual 37365A GCP-30 Series Packages - Genset Control VDO Input 'Pressure' (Analog Input [T6]) NOTE The default threshold values are configured in "bar". If the engineering unit "psi" is configured (Para- meter 144), the display of the measured values as well as the transmission via the interface appears in "psi".

  • Page 124: Figure 3-12: Vdo Transmitter 323.425 (Slope)

    Manual 37365A GCP-30 Series Packages - Genset Control Parameter 235 VDO input, pressure; delay time for limit values of class F1 and F3 alarm 0 to 650 s Delay In order to initiate an alarm, the measured value must exceed or fall below (depen-...
  • Page 125 Manual 37365A GCP-30 Series Packages - Genset Control Parameter 238 VDO input, temperature; description User defined text Name and unit The description of the analog input may be programmed using this parameter. A ---------------- maximum of four zeros may be used as placeholders for the numerical measured values.
  • Page 126 Manual 37365A GCP-30 Series Packages - Genset Control Engine Delayed Monitoring Of The Analog Inputs Parameter 243 Analog inputs; engine delayed monitoring Ana.in 12345678 The analog inputs may be disabled until the engine has reached the configured fir- SV.del. NNNNNYNN ing speed (Parameter 272).

  • Page 127: Outputs

    Manual 37365A GCP-30 Series Packages - Genset Control Outputs ≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡ NOTE The parameters for this control are grouped together in blocks to permit navigation through the large number of configuration screens more rapidly. Selecting "YES" or "NO" has no effect whether or not control or monitoring is carried out for the parameters located in that block.

  • Page 128: Relay Manager

    Manual 37365A GCP-30 Series Packages - Genset Control Relay Manager The relay manager enables the assignment of a logical combination of functions to each relay. Each function has been assigned a number. The numbers for these functions are entered into the configuration screen and are com- bined to create a logical condition that energizes the assigned relay.

  • Page 129: Engine

    Manual 37365A GCP-30 Series Packages - Genset Control Engine ≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡ NOTE The parameters for this control are grouped together in blocks to permit navigation through the large number of configuration screens more rapidly. Selecting "YES" or "NO" has no effect whether or not control or monitoring is carried out for the parameters located in that block.

  • Page 130: Start/Stop Sequence 'Gas Engine

    Manual 37365A GCP-30 Series Packages - Genset Control Start/Stop Sequence 'Gas Engine' NOTE The configured number of start attempts (Parameter 258) will be performed. Time jump without Pickup active: < 15 Hz 1500 1/min min. speed starter is not reached Start frequency f-contr.

  • Page 131: Figure 3-14: Wiring Diagram For Opening Gas Valves With The Gcp-30 From V4.1001

    Manual 37365A GCP-30 Series Packages - Genset Control Starting Sequence If the control is equipped with a three-position frequency controller, a continuous "Frequency lower prior to start" signal (time adjustable via Parameter 262) is output before starting the engine. The starter is enabled after the time configured in parameter 262 expires.
  • Page 132 Manual 37365A GCP-30 Series Packages - Genset Control Parameter Parameter 255 Gas engine; minimum start speed 0 to 999 rpm Min.speed for The minimum starter speed can only be detected if the magnetic pick-up ignit. 000 rpm has been enabled (Parameter 280).

  • Page 133: Start/Stop Sequence 'Diesel Engine

    Manual 37365A GCP-30 Series Packages - Genset Control Start/Stop Sequence 'Diesel Engine' NOTE The configured number of start attempts (Parameter 264) will be performed. 1500 1/min Start frequency f-contr. + time Speed governor Approach idle gas position Engine monitoring activated...
  • Page 134 Manual 37365A GCP-30 Series Packages - Genset Control Starting Sequence If the control is equipped with a three-position frequency controller, a continuous "Frequency lower prior to start" signal (time adjustable via Parameter 268) is output before starting the engine. The "Pre-glow" relay is enabled for the time configured in Parameter 263 after the frequency lower signal terminates.

  • Page 135: Cool Down

    Manual 37365A GCP-30 Series Packages - Genset Control Parameter 268 Diesel engine; frequency lower prior to start (time) 0 to 999 s time f lower The duration that the "lower engine speed" signal (see Parameter 267) is output. bef.start 000s...

  • Page 136: Delayed Engine Monitoring And Firing Speed

    Manual 37365A GCP-30 Series Packages - Genset Control Delayed Engine Monitoring And Firing Speed Figure 3-16: Delayed engine monitoring Page 136/179 © Woodward...
  • Page 137 Manual 37365A GCP-30 Series Packages - Genset Control Parameter 271 Engine; delayed engine monitoring 1 to 99 s Delayed engine A delay may be configured to prevent the GCP from monitoring for selected alarms monitoring (e.g. oil pressure, generator underfrequency, etc.) for a specific time period after the engine has reached the firing speed.

  • Page 138: Magnetic Pick-Up Input

    Manual 37365A GCP-30 Series Packages - Genset Control Magnetic Pick-Up Input Measuring the engine speed may be performed by means of a Magnetic Pickup. The use of an alternator or a ta- cho generator to detect engine speed are alternate methods of monitoring if the engine has achieved firing speed.

  • Page 139: Counter / Real Time Clock

    Manual 37365A GCP-30 Series Packages - Genset Control Counter / Real Time Clock ≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡ NOTE The parameters for this control are grouped together in blocks to permit navigation through the large number of configuration screens more rapidly. Selecting "YES" or "NO" has no effect whether or not control or monitoring is carried out for the parameters located in that block.

  • Page 140: Operating Hours Counter

    Manual 37365A GCP-30 Series Packages - Genset Control Operating Hours Counter NOTE If the unit is equipped with Option SC10, and the MDEC or J1939 coupling is enabled as well, the oper- ating hours will be taken over from the engine control unit. Please refer to manual 37382 for further in- formation.

  • Page 141: Kwh Counter

    Manual 37365A GCP-30 Series Packages - Genset Control kWh Counter Parameter 281 Counter; power measurement scaling kWh/MWh kWh counter The power produced may be measured in kWh or MWh. The user defined which set in scale is desired for the controller with this parameter.

  • Page 142: Real Time Clock (Xpd, Xpq)

    Manual 37365A GCP-30 Series Packages - Genset Control Real Time Clock (XPD, XPQ) NOTE If multiple GCP control units are on a common CAN bus, all clocks are synchronized daily at 12:00 o'clock (noon) to the time of the control with the lowest CAN bus ID/generator number (Parameter 4).

  • Page 143: Current Slave Pointer

    Manual 37365A GCP-30 Series Packages - Genset Control Current Slave Pointer A current slave pointer, which records and stores the maximum generator current, is implemented in the control. The display of the maximum generator current can be selected in the Automatic mode by pressing the "Mes- sage"...

  • Page 144: Chapter 4. Commissioning

    Manual 37365A GCP-30 Series Packages - Genset Control Chapter 4. Commissioning DANGER - HIGH VOLTAGE When commissioning the control, please observe all safety rules that apply to the handling of live equipment. Ensure that you know how to provide first aid in the event of an uncontrolled release of energy and that you know where the first aid kit and the nearest telephone are.
  • Page 145 Manual 37365A GCP-30 Series Packages - Genset Control "AUTO" operation mode (press the "AUTO" button): Applying the automatic control inputs and the en- gine start request can now carry out automatic starting with subsequent synchronization. Check synchronization: Disable the GCB from being able to close onto the two systems. Check the gene- rator and the generator busbar rotating fields.

  • Page 146: Appendix A. Analog Output Manager (Xpd, Xpq)

    Manual 37365A GCP-30 Series Packages - Genset Control Appendix A. Analog output manager (XPD, XPQ) NOTE The functions listed below can only be output correctly if the existing version of the control permits this. Func- Output Value Input of the two limit values tion The analog output is disabled.
  • Page 147 Manual 37365A GCP-30 Series Packages - Genset Control Func- Output Value Input of the two limit values tion Analog input [T1] [°C] or [°F] or freely scaleable Analog input [T2] [°C] or [°F] or freely scaleable Analog input [T3] [°C] or [°F] or...

  • Page 148: Figure 4-1: Analog Outputs - Power Factor Scaling

    Manual 37365A GCP-30 Series Packages - Genset Control The designation 0 % stands for either 4 mA or 0 mA; the designation 100 % stands for 20 mA. The values may also be assigned with prefixes (see relay manager function 1).

  • Page 149: Appendix B. Relay Manager

    Manual 37365A GCP-30 Series Packages - Genset Control Appendix B. Relay Manager Output Explanation Alarm class 1 Alarm class 2 Alarm class 3 Firing speed reached (engine running) Mains failure; undelayed The function reacts according to the status of the breakers. The condi- tions described in chapter "Emer-...
  • Page 150 Manual 37365A GCP-30 Series Packages - Genset Control Output Explanation Discrete input [D16] Auxiliary services i.e. prelube/cooling pumps --Internal-- Centralized alarm (class F1, F2, or F3 alarm; enabled until acknowledge- ment) TEST or AUTOMATIC operation mode selected Generator power watchdog, level 1...
  • Page 151 Manual 37365A GCP-30 Series Packages - Genset Control Output Explanation CCW mains rotating field Engine enable Set engine enable As long as there is a start request for the engine and during cool down, the operation of the engine is enabled (i.e.
  • Page 152 Manual 37365A GCP-30 Series Packages - Genset Control Output Explanation Three-position controller: n+ / f+ / P+ Three-position controller: n- / f- / P- (use an external Resistive/Capacitive Three-position controller: V+ / Q+ protection circuit) Three-position controller: V- / Q-...

  • Page 153: Appendix C. Interface Protocol

    Manual 37365A GCP-30 Series Packages - Genset Control Appendix C. Interface Protocol NOTE Only selected parameters are transmitted via the interface depending on the Package configuration. Transmission Telegram ≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡ Contents (words) Unit Note UGNEXPO Generator voltage delta V V × 10 Generator frequency f Hz ×...
  • Page 154 Manual 37365A GCP-30 Series Packages - Genset Control Contents (words) Unit Note Actual mains interchange (import/export) PNTEXPO W × 10 real power Control register 1 Bit 15 = 1 \ Starting enabled (in isolated operation or Bit 14 = 1 /...
  • Page 155 Manual 37365A GCP-30 Series Packages - Genset Control Contents (words) Unit Note 20 Configuration [T1]-[T4] Display in ... °C °F bar/10 psi/10 no unit Analog input [T4] Bit 15 = Bit 14 = Bit 13 = Bit 12 = Analog input [T3]...
  • Page 156 Manual 37365A GCP-30 Series Packages - Genset Control Contents (words) Unit Note 33 Configuration [T5]-[T8] Display in ... °C °F bar/10 psi/10 no unit 10/3 Analog input [T8] Bit 15 = Bit 14 = Bit 13 = Bit 12 =...
  • Page 157 Manual 37365A GCP-30 Series Packages - Genset Control Contents (words) Unit Note 49 Operation mode Bit 15 = 1 LOAD TEST operation mode 16/1 Bit 14 = 1 STOP operation mode Bit 13 = 1 TEST operation mode Bit 12 = 1...
  • Page 158 Manual 37365A GCP-30 Series Packages - Genset Control Contents (words) Unit Note 55 Internal alarm 3 Bit 15 = 1 \ F3: Time-overcurrent, level 2 or 18/1 Bit 14 = 1 / inverse time-overcurrent, IEC255 Bit 13 = 1 \...
  • Page 159 Manual 37365A GCP-30 Series Packages - Genset Control Contents (words) Unit Note 58 External alarm 1 Bit 15 = 1 \ 19/1 Discrete input [D01] Bit 14 = 1 / Bit 13 = 1 \ Discrete input [D02] Bit 12 = 1 /...
  • Page 160 Manual 37365A GCP-30 Series Packages - Genset Control Contents (words) Unit Note 68 Alarm messages IKD2 (SC10) Bit 15 = 1 Failure DI8 of the IKD1.2 22/2 Bit 14 = 1 Failure DI7 of the IKD1.2 Bit 13 = 1 Failure DI6 of the IKD1.2...
  • Page 161 Manual 37365A GCP-30 Series Packages - Genset Control Meaning of the number 69 of the telegram " Currently active display message": Number Meaning GCB synchronization MCB synchronization GCB dead bus start MCB dead bus start Crank Start pause Cool down 000s (000s: the remaining time is displayed)

  • Page 162: Receiving Telegram

    Manual 37365A GCP-30 Series Packages - Genset Control Receiving Telegram ≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡ A Gateway GW 4 may be used for remote starting the GCP. The following three data words can be received by the GCP. Refer to the GW 4 manual on how to control several GCP control units.

  • Page 163: Can Bus Structure

    Manual 37365A GCP-30 Series Packages - Genset Control CAN Bus Structure ≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡ Transmission Telegram The data of the following table can be handled by a Gateway GW 4 or a PLC and can be transferred to other communication busses. A GCP is sending the data via circular CAN messages.

  • Page 164: Power Set Point Value Message

    Manual 37365A GCP-30 Series Packages - Genset Control Power Set Point Value Message The following power values may be pre-specified: constant/baseload power (C power), outgoing/export power (E power) and incoming/import power (I power). The real power set point value is transmitted in binary form using bits 0-13.

  • Page 165: Appendix D. List Of Parameters

    Manual 37365A GCP-30 Series Packages - Genset Control Appendix D. List of Parameters Unit number P/N _____________________________ Rev _______________________________ Version GCP-30 _______________________________________________________________ Project _____________________________________________________________________ Serial number S/N _______________ Date ______________________________ Access Parameter Setting range Default value Customer setting Software version V x.xxxx...
  • Page 166 Manual 37365A GCP-30 Series Packages - Genset Control Parameter Setting range Default value Customer setting Access CONTROLLER CONFIGURATION Configure controller YES/NO Power controller Pset1 C/I/E 0 to 9,999 kW C 50 kW Power controller Pset2 C/I/E 0 to 9,999 kW...
  • Page 167 Manual 37365A GCP-30 Series Packages - Genset Control Parameter Setting range Default value Customer setting Access CONTROLLER CONFIGURATION Pow.fact.contr. ON/OFF Pow.fact.contr. setpoint i0.70 to 1.00 to k0.70 1.00 Pow.fact.contr. dead band 0.5 to 25.0 % 0.5 % Pow.fact.contr. gain Kp 0.1 to 99.9...
  • Page 168 Manual 37365A GCP-30 Series Packages - Genset Control Parameter Setting range Default value Customer setting Access BREAKER CONFIGURATION Configure breaker YES/NO Breaker logic: EXTERNAL [EXT] PARALLEL PARALLEL [PAR] OPEN TRANSIT [OPEN] OPEN OPEN CLOSED TRANSIT [CLOSE] CLOSE CLOSE INTERCHANGE [CHANG]...
  • Page 169 Manual 37365A GCP-30 Series Packages - Genset Control Parameter Setting range Default value Customer setting Access MONITORING CONFIGURATION Configure monitoring YES/NO Gen.power monit. ON/OFF Gen.power monit. resp.val1 0 to 9,999 kW 100 kW Gen.power monit. hyst.lv1 0 to 999 kW 10 kW Gen.power monit.
  • Page 170 Manual 37365A GCP-30 Series Packages - Genset Control Parameter Setting range Default value Customer setting Access DISCRETE INPUTS CONFIGURATION Configure dig.inputs YES/NO Dig.input 1234 function DDDD Dig.input 1234 delay 0 to 9 0000 Delayed by 1234 eng.speed NNNN Dig.input 1234...
  • Page 171 Manual 37365A GCP-30 Series Packages - Genset Control Parameter Setting range Default value Customer setting Access ANALOG INPUTS CONFIGURATION Configure analg.inp. YES/NO Analog input 1 scalable ON/OFF Name and unit freely configurable Analog 1 Analog input 1 0 to 20 mA...
  • Page 172 Manual 37365A GCP-30 Series Packages - Genset Control Parameter Setting range Default value Customer setting Access ANALOG INPUTS CONFIGURATION Analog input 6 ON/OFF Name and unit freely configurable Analog 6 Analog input 6 0 to 5 bar 0 to 5 bar...
  • Page 173 Manual 37365A GCP-30 Series Packages - Genset Control Parameter Setting range Default value Customer setting Access ENGINE CONFIGURATION Configure engine YES/NO Aux.services prerun 0 to 999 s Aux.services postrun 0 to 999 s Start-stop-logic DIESEL DIESEL DIESEL DIESEL EXTERNAL [EXT] Min.speed for...

  • Page 174: Appendix E. Service Options

    ≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡ If a control (or any part of an electronic control) is to be returned to Woodward for repair, please contact Wood- ward in advance to obtain a Return Authorization Number. When shipping the unit(s), attach a tag with the fol- lowing information: •...

  • Page 175: Packing A Control

    Stuttgart, Germany [+49 (0) 711 789 54-0]. They will help expedite the processing of your order through our dis- tributors or local service facility. To expedite the repair process, contact Woodward in advance to obtain a Re- turn Authorization Number, and arrange for issue of a purchase order for the unit(s) to be repaired. No work will be started until a purchase order is received.

  • Page 176: How To Contact Woodward

    +49 (0) 711 789 54-100 e-Mail: sales-stuttgart@woodward.com For assistance outside Germany, call one of the following international Woodward facilities to obtain the address and phone number of the facility nearest your location where you will be able to get information and service. Facility...

  • Page 177: Engineering Services

    GCP-30 Series Packages - Genset Control Engineering Services ≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡ Woodward Industrial Controls Engineering Services offers the following after-sales support for Woodward products. For these services, you can contact us by telephone, by e-mail, or through the Woodward website. • Technical support •...

  • Page 178: Technical Assistance

    Manual 37365A GCP-30 Series Packages - Genset Control Technical Assistance ≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡ If you need to telephone for technical assistance, you will need to provide the following information. Please write it down here before phoning: Contact Your company ____________________________________________________ Your name _______________________________________________________...
  • Page 179 Phone +49 (0) 711 789 54-0 • Fax +49 (0) 711 789 54-100 sales-stuttgart@woodward.com Homepage http://www.woodward.com/power Woodward has company-owned plants, subsidiaries, and branches, as well as authorized distributors and other authorized service and sales facilities throughout the world. Complete address/phone/fax/e-mail information for all locations is available on our website (www.woodward.com).

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