1.2.4 The Device operates without reconfiguration in networks with insulated and compensated neutral, and has the ability to work in a network with grounded neutral. Lodestar FM-CS monitors the minimum voltage and extra voltage with indication of alarm signals. ENM - OM V2.2 01.02-...
Feeder Monitor LODESTAR FM-CS 1.2.5 The Device is powered from: - alternating voltage source ~ 110 - 240 ± 10 % V (industrial frequency 45 to 65 Hz); - constant voltage source = 100 - 270 V; - built-in, standby, extracted lithium battery;...
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Feeder Monitor LODESTAR FM-CS − phase-to-ground faults (by the differential threshold). 1.3.3 The Devices show the direction of the earth current during the phase-to- ground fault fixation. 1.3.4 The Device saves fault current values and short-circuit time to the nearest second for the last 240 faults in the event log in the internal non-volatile memory.
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Feeder Monitor LODESTAR FM-CS Table 1 – Technical specifications of the Device Parameters Values Types of registered faults − Types of recorded faults 2- and 3-phase short circuits identification; − 2- and 3-phase short circuits direction detection; − 2- and 3-phase –to-ground fault identification;...
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Feeder Monitor LODESTAR FM-CS − Trigger control Visual; − Relay output; − RS-485 Time between failures At least 130 000 hours − Additional features Changing setpoints using client software; − Software update; − Log of registered faults − Registration of Voltage;...
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Feeder Monitor LODESTAR FM-CS Parameters Value − Current; − Power; − Industrial frequency; − Power factor in three phases; − Direction of flow distribution; − Minimum and maximum downflow values − Voltage: Measurement accuracy − when using capacitive dividers - 3 %;...
“Feeder monitor Lodestar FM-CS in set with current sensors. Operation Manual”, copies “Feeder monitor Lodestar FM-CS in set with current sensors. Certificate”, copies “The Command System of Feeder monitor Lodestar FM-CS for Cable Lines based on the MODBUS Protocol", copies Fastening of the Device to the panel, pcs.
1.5.4 Values of measured parameters stored in the Device memory can be transferred via the MODBUS protocol (description of the protocol registers is given in the appendix "The Command System of feeder monitor Lodestar FM-CS for Cable Lines based on the MODBUS Protocol").
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Feeder Monitor LODESTAR FM-CS Note: It is recommended to synchronize the time once a day, recording the current time in cell 20 according to the MODBUS RS 485 protocols. 1.5.5 When the time set in the timer expires or an external command is received, the Device returns to its initial state (turns off the LEDs and enters standby mode).
Feeder Monitor LODESTAR FM-CS 1.5.8 In addition to the visual indication system, the Device is equipped with relay outputs and communication channels according to the standard MODBUS protocol for integration into telemechanics systems. 1.5.9 It is possible to enter/change the settings using both an external PC and the buttons on the Device.
Feeder Monitor LODESTAR FM-CS Operation manual 2.1 Introduction 2.1.1 This manual is a guide for personnel to ensure proper operation, maintenance, transportation and storage of the Device. 2.1.2 In addition to the requirements in these operation manual, the Device must be operated in accordance with the general requirements set out in the operating instructions and regulations for power lines.
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Feeder Monitor LODESTAR FM-CS 2.4.6 Connect a supply voltage of ~220 V to terminals X4.1, X4.3. 2.4.7 Connector pins X5.1-X5.6 are designed to configure the Device and read digital data on events via RS-485 interface MODBUS protocol. 2.4.8 The X7 connector pins are connected to warning and automatic circuits.
Feeder Monitor LODESTAR FM-CS 2.5 Structure and operation 2.5.1 The Device appearance and control buttons are shown below (see Figure 5), 2.5.2 Table 5). LODESTAR FM CS Figure 5 - Appearance and control buttons of the Device Table 5 - Name of the Device interface elements...
Feeder Monitor LODESTAR FM-CS 2.6 Operation procedure 2.6.1 Normal operation mode: - the green power LED on the front panel lights up. 2.6.2 Fault detection: - the red LED on the front panel lights up. 2.6.3 One RS485 interface (MODBUS) is used for communication with the Device.
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Feeder Monitor LODESTAR FM-CS Figure 7 Press the "Right” button to go to the Device menu (see item 2.6.6). Press the “Up” or “Down” button to go to screens with information on the current status of network (see Figure 8): –...
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Feeder Monitor LODESTAR FM-CS 2.6.7 Device menu The main menu of the Device includes the following items (see Figure 9): − Events – view the event log, up to 240 recent entries (see item 2.6.8); − Settings – execution of the Device settings (see item 2.6.9);...
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Feeder Monitor LODESTAR FM-CS Figure 11 2.6.9 Settings Figure 12 The Settings menu includes the following items (see Figure 12): − Setpoints – setting of the Device setpoints (see item 2.6.9.1); − Connection – connection settings of the Device (see item 2.6.9.2);...
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Feeder Monitor LODESTAR FM-CS Table 6 – Decryption of setpoint designations on the Device screen Setpoint designation Setpoint name on the Device screen Iabs>>,А Short circuit actuating current setpoint Idif>>,А In-rush current setpoint for short circuit IеHF>,А Setpoint at 3I0 HF channel UеHF>,V...
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Feeder Monitor LODESTAR FM-CS 2.6.9.2 Connection The Connection menu item allows to set up the connection to the sensors of changing the current ratio, voltage ratio, current connection options, voltage connection options (see Figure 16). Figure 16 Table 7 – Decryption of the transformer ratio designations...
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Feeder Monitor LODESTAR FM-CS When exiting the menu, the user is prompted to save the changes or exit without saving them. 2.6.9.3 Communication The Communication menu item (see Figure 17) allows to configure the Modbus RS-485 and Modbus USB connection parameters.
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Feeder Monitor LODESTAR FM-CS 2.6.9.5 Language The Language menu item (see Figure 19) allows to select the Device interface language. At the moment the interface is implemented in Russian and English. Figure 19 2.6.9.6 Reset The Reset menu item (see Figure 20) allows to reset all Device settings to default ones.
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Feeder Monitor LODESTAR FM-CS − Fault messages for testing their transmission to the telemetry system (see item 2.6.10.3); − Relay – check of the relay outputs (see item 2.6.10.4). Figure 21 2.6.10.1 Connection The Connection menu item allows to check the correctness of the actual connection of the Device circuits: the order of phase rotation (A, B, C) U, I, the type of load on each phase: I –...
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Feeder Monitor LODESTAR FM-CS 2.6.10.2 SD card The SD card menu item includes the following items (see Figure 21): − Recording check – check of the recording the oscillogram to the SD card; − Clear – performs formatting of the SD card.
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Feeder Monitor LODESTAR FM-CS USB Flash 2.6.11 This menu item allows copying oscillograms from the SD card inserted in the Device, the menu item appears after connecting the USB flash. When selecting the “Copy” link (see Figure 23), the oscillograms stored in the Device are copied to a USB Flash.
Feeder Monitor LODESTAR FM-CS Figure 25 Firmware update mode (bootloader). To update the Device firmware, use 2.6.14 a firmware update mode. Update is performed only from a USB-Flash drive. To enter the update mode, insert the Flash drive with the firmware file located in the root and reboot the Device by selecting the Reboot menu item (see Figure 25).
Feeder Monitor LODESTAR FM-CS 2.8.3 The Device must be stored in a manner that prevents mechanical damage. 2.9 Transportation 2.9.1 The Device in the manufacturer's transport container is allowed to be transported by any type of closed transport (in railway cars, containers, closed cars, holds, etc.).
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Feeder Monitor LODESTAR FM-CS Appendix 4 Standby Battery mounting in the Device case 1) Turn the compartment cover through 90 degrees left Figure 4.1 2) Open the cover of battery jack and mount battery in the case of the Device...
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Feeder Monitor LODESTAR FM-CS Figure 2.2 – Diagram for connecting current sensors to the Device ENM - OM V2.2 01.02-05...
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Feeder Monitor LODESTAR FM-CS Figure 2.3 – Example of installing a current sensor in a switchgear and control gear cell ENM - OM V2.2 01.02-05...
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Feeder Monitor LODESTAR FM-CS Figure 2.4 – Installing the Rogowski coil on the wire ENM - OM V2.2 01.02-05...
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Feeder Monitor LODESTAR FM-CS Figure 2.5 – Dimensions of the punch hole in the panel for Device installation ENM - OM V2.2 01.02-05...
Кtr TNNP zero sequence voltage transformer ratio * – all values for secondary circuits. For more information about the Device setpoints see the document "Feeder monitor Lodestar FM-CS. Recommendations for the Setpoint Selection”. ENM - OM V2.2 01.02-05...
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