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Summarization of Contents
Brief Overview
General Information
Provides an overview of the easYgen-3000 Series control units and their applications.
Scope of delivery
Packages
Details the available packages for the easYgen-3400/3500 controllers and their major differences.
Housing Variants and Hardware Interfaces
Fig. 3: easYgen-3400/3500 P1 Series (housing variants)
Illustrates the housing variants for the P1 Series of easYgen-3400/3500, detailing the layout of terminals and connectors.
Fig. 4: easYgen-3400-3500 P2 Series (housing variants)
Illustrates the housing variants for the P2 Series of easYgen-3400-3500, detailing the layout of terminals and connectors.
1 General Information
1.1 About This Manual
Provides an overview of the manual's content, including revision history, depiction of notes, and general safety instructions.
1.2 Copyright And Disclaimer
Details the copyright and disclaimer information pertaining to the manual's content and usage.
1.3 Service And Warranty
Information regarding customer service availability and warranty terms, including contact data.
1.4 Safety
Covers essential safety information, including intended use, personnel qualifications, general safety notes, and protective equipment.
2 System Overview
2.1 Display And Status Indicators
Describes the display and various LEDs on the easYgen-3500 for direct access to status information and configuration.
2.2 Hardware Interfaces (Terminals)
Details the hardware interfaces and terminals provided by the easYgen-3400/3500 controllers, including various connectors.
2.3 Application Modes Overview
Presents the basic functions provided by the genset control unit through various application modes, such as None, GCBopen, GCB, and GCB/MCB.
3 Installation
3.1 Mount Unit (Sheet Metal Housing)
Provides dimensions and drill plan for mounting the unit in a sheet metal housing.
3.2 Mount Unit (Plastic Housing)
Details dimensions and panel cutout specifications for mounting the unit in a plastic housing.
3.3 Setup Connections
Covers general notes on setup connections, including wire sizes and terminal allocation for both plastic and sheet metal housings.
4 Configuration
4.1 Basic Setup
Covers fundamental setup procedures, including configuring language, clock, display, and entering passwords.
4.2 Configure Measurement
Details how to configure measurement parameters for generators, mains, and busbars, including voltage, frequency, and power.
4.3 Function Of Inputs And Outputs
Explains the functions of discrete and analog inputs and outputs, including their grouping and configurations.
4.4 Configure Monitoring
Configures various monitoring functions for the generator and mains, including voltage, frequency, current, and power parameters.
4.4.1 Generator
Covers generator monitoring functions such as operating voltage/frequency, overfrequency, underfrequency, overvoltage, undervoltage, time-overcurrent, reverse/reduced power, overload, and unbalanced load.
4.4.2 Mains
Details mains monitoring functions including voltage, frequency, decoupling, phase shift, import/export power, and lagging/leading power factor.
4.4.4 Breaker
Covers breaker configurations and synchronization procedures for GCB, GGB, and MCB, including dead bus closure and transition modes.
4.5 Configure Application
Allows configuration of application modes, breakers, and various other settings like CAN bus interfaces, serial interfaces, and Modbus protocol.
4.5.1 Configure Breakers
Details the configuration of circuit breakers, including external breaker handling, interaction with LS-5, transition modes, and specific breaker configurations (GCB, GGB, MCB).
5 Operation
5.1 Access Via PC (ToolKit)
Explains how to access the unit via PC using the ToolKit configuration software.
5.2 Front Panel Access
Details how to access and navigate the unit's functions and settings using the front panel interface.
5.2.1 Front Panel
Describes the physical front panel of the easYgen-3500, including button groups, LCD display, and LEDs for status indication.
5.2.2 Basic Navigation
Guides through the basic navigation of the menu structure, explaining the function of LEDs, main screen sections, and softkeys.
5.2.3 Standard Menu Screens
Lists standard menu screens, including navigation, status/monitoring, and value setting screens.
5.2.4 Specialised Menu Screens
Covers specialised menu screens such as main screen voltage display, alarm list, sequencing, and PID control settings.
5.3 Change Operating Modes
Explains how to change the operating modes of the unit, including STOP, MANUAL, and AUTOMATIC modes.
5.4 Restore Language Setting
Provides instructions on how to restore the desired language setting on the display if it becomes unreadable.
6 Application
6.1 Application Modes
Provides an overview of the available application modes and their specific functions.
6.2 Basic Applications
Details basic application modes like None, GCBopen, GCB, GCB/MCB, GCB/GGB, GCB/GGB/MCB, GCB/LS5, GCB/L-MCB, GCB/GGB/L-MCB, GCB/L-GGB, GCB/L-GGB/L-MCB.
6.3 Multiple Genset Applications
Discusses configurations for multiple-unit mains parallel applications, covering signals, feedback, and wiring.
6.4 Special Applications
Covers special applications like generator excitation protection, setpoint control via analog input, and creating self-toggling relays.
6.4.1 Generator Excitation Protection
Details the protection mechanisms for generator excitation, including power factor and reactive power control.
6.4.2 Configuring A Setpoint Control Via Analog Input
Explains how to configure an easYgen to use an external load setpoint via analog input, covering discrete inputs and outputs.
6.4.3 Creating Self-Toggling (Pulsing) Relays
Describes how to create self-toggling relays for automatic mode with adjustable on and off times.
6.4.4 Changing A Starter Battery Set
Provides a programming example showing how two relay outputs are energized in turns when discrete input 9 is energized.
6.4.5 Performing Remote Start/Stop And Acknowledgement
Explains how the easYgen controller may be configured to perform start/stop/shutdown/acknowledgement functions remotely through the CAN bus or Modbus.
6.4.6 Connecting An IKD 1 On CAN Bus 1
Details how to connect external expansion boards like Woodward IKD 1 to CAN bus 1.
6.4.7 Configuring A PWM Duty Cycle For A CAT ADEM Controller
Explains how to configure a PWM signal between 10% and 85% for CAT ADEM speed controller.
6.4.8 Connecting A GSM Modem
Describes how to establish a cellular connection to the system using a GSM modem for mobile use and alarm triggering.
6.4.9 Connecting A Landline Modem
Explains how to establish a phone connection to the system using a modem for stationary use and remote control.
7 Interfaces And Protocols
7.1 Interfaces Overview
Provides an overview of the different interfaces supported by the easYgen-3400/3500, including CAN, RS-232, and RS-485 protocols.
7.2 CAN Interfaces
Details the CAN interfaces, including CAN Interface 1 (Guidance level), CAN Interface 2 (Engine level), and CAN Interface 3 (System level).
7.3 Serial Interfaces
Covers serial interfaces, including RS-232 and RS-485, for configuration and remote control.
7.4 CANopen Protocol
Explains the CANopen protocol, its device profile specification, communication protocols, and application layer.
7.5 J1939 Protocol
Covers the J1939 protocol, its use with CAN bus interfaces, and supported ECUs for remote control messages.
7.6 Modbus Protocol
Details the Modbus serial communications protocol and its application in connecting electronic devices, including support for Modbus RTU Slave module.
7.7 Load Sharing
Covers load sharing functionalities, including parameters affecting bus load and recommended measures to reduce it.
8 Technical Specifications
8.1 Technical Data
Provides detailed technical specifications including measuring values for voltages, currents, ambient variables, and interface details.
8.1.1 Measuring Values
Details measuring values for voltages, currents, and ambient variables.
8.1.2 Ambient Variables
Specifies ambient operating conditions such as temperature, humidity, and power supply requirements.
8.1.3 Inputs/Outputs
Details the discrete and analog inputs and outputs, including their specifications and configurations.
8.1.4 Interface
Describes the various interfaces supported by the unit, including RS-232, RS-485, and CAN bus.
8.1.5 Battery
Provides information about the battery type, life span, and replacement.
8.1.6 Housing
Details the housing types, dimensions, front cutout, wiring, weight, and protection system for plastic and sheet metal variants.
8.1.7 Approvals
Lists the certifications and approvals obtained for the unit, including EMC, CE, UL, and marine approvals.
8.1.8 Generic Note
A general note regarding the accuracy of measurements.
8.2 Environmental Data
Specifies environmental data including vibration and shock resistance standards.
8.3 Accuracy
Provides detailed accuracy specifications for measuring values like frequency, voltage, current, and power factor.
9 Appendix
9.1 Characteristics
Covers various characteristics, including triggering characteristics for time-dependent monitoring and two-level overshoot/undershoot monitoring.
9.1.1 Triggering Characteristics
Details triggering characteristics for time-dependent overshoot monitoring, including three-level and two-level overshoot/undershoot monitoring.
9.1.2 VDO Inputs Characteristics
Provides characteristics for VDO inputs, including pressure and temperature sensors, with detailed diagrams and tables.
9.2 Data Protocols
Explains various data protocols supported by the unit, including CANopen/Modbus and specific protocols like J1939.
9.2.1 CANopen/Modbus
Details CANopen/Modbus data protocols, including basic visualization, specific protocols, and data telegram structures.
9.2.2 CANopen
Covers CANopen protocols, including Protocol 4103 (J1939 Standard Visualization) and Protocol 4104 (J1939 Scania S6 Visualization).
9.2.3 Modbus
Details the Modbus protocol, including basic visualization and data protocols for various parameters.
9.2.4 Additional Data Identifier
Provides additional data identifiers, including remote control word, external discrete inputs/outputs, and analog inputs.
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