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Voltage Regulator TAPCON® 250
Operating Instructions 297/06
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Table of Contents
Table of Contents
1 Introduction ................................................................................... 9
2 Safety ........................................................................................... 15
3 Product Description.................................................................... 19
4.2 Description of the main variables and functions for voltage regulation... 39
4.2.1 Reference voltage level Uref .............................................................................. 39
4.2.2 Bandwidth "+/- B %" ........................................................................................... 40
4.2.3 Control delay: T1 and T2.................................................................................... 43
6 Commissioning ........................................................................... 49
7 Parameterization ......................................................................... 67
7.6 Analog Input (for Tap position and Remote Voltage Level) options (optional
feature) ................................................................................................. 107
7.6.1 Remote Voltage Level Options......................................................................... 107
7.6.2 Tap Position Options ........................................................................................ 109
8 Appendix ....................................................................................123
List of Figures
Figure 17 TAPCON® 250 - Bottom view without and with equivalent plug ...
133
List of Tables
Table 14 Time steps and ensuing duration of the range displayed ......... 120
1 Introduction
These Operating Instructions contain detailed information for the safe mount-
ing, transport, commissioning, maintenance, disassembly and simple fault elim-
ination for the TAPCON® 250 voltage controller.
They also include safety instructions and general information about the device.
This documentation is intended solely for specially trained and authorized
personnel.
1.1 Manufacturer
Warranty and liability claims for personal injury or damage to property are
excluded, if they were caused by one or more of the following:
• Operation of the TAPCON® 250 with safety equipment that is faulty, or with
safety or protection equipment that is installed incorrectly or non-functioning.
• Non-adherence to the notes in the operating instructions with regard to
installation, commissioning and operation of the TAPCON® 250.
1.4 Completeness
1.5 Safekeeping
Abbreviation Meaning
A Ampere
AC Alternating Current
B Bandwidth
C Celsius
CAN Controller-Area-Network
CE Conformité Européenne
COM Computer Object Model
CPU Central Processing Unit
DC Direct Current
DIN German Institute for Standardization
e.g. Exempli gratia
EMC Electromagnetic compatibility
ESC Escape
GPI General Purpose Input
GPO General Purpose Output
Hz Hertz
I Current
i.e. id est
IEC International Electrotechnical Commission
kg Kilogram
kV Kilovolt
LDC Line-Drop Compensation
LED Light Emitting Diode
MB Megabyte
MHz Megahertz
MIO Measurement Input/Output
mm Millimeter
ms Millisecond
resp. respectively
s Second
V Voltage
Table 1 Abbreviations used
SIGNAL WORD
Danger
Consequences
Action
Action
Symbol Meaning
Danger
Symbol Meaning
Fire hazard
Danger of tipping
Important information.
Aim of action
Requirement (optional)
1. Step 1
Result of step (optional)
Step 2
...
Result of action (optional)
Typographic Meaning
conventions
Italics Emphasis for units; e.g. "B" (= bandwidth)
2 Safety
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 in compliance with the specified requirements and condi-
tions in this document as well as the warning notices in this document and
attached to the product, then the product does not present any hazards for per-
sons, property or the environment. This applies during the entire lifespan, from
delivery through installation and operation to disassembly and disposal.
The operational quality assurance system ensures a consistently high quality
standard, particularly when it comes to observance of the health and safety
requirements.
The TAPCON® 250 is designed solely for application in electrical or energy sys-
tems and facilities operated by appropriately trained staff, i.e. staff who are
familiar with the installation, assembly, commissioning and operation of such
products.
• The prescribed maintenance intervals and the relevant regulations are com-
plied with.
• Fitting, electrical connection and commissioning of the product is only car-
ried out by qualified and trained personnel in accordance with these Operat-
ing Instructions.
• The operator must ensure appropriate use of the product.
3 Product Description
The TAPCON® 250 voltage controller deals with a variety of control functions,
ranging from simple to complex control tasks. It’s compact and robust design
allows it to be implemented in virtually any new or old tap-changer control instal-
lation, while eliminating unneeded components and wiring. Its innovative design
offers improved paralleling of transformers previously thought to be incapable
of paralleling. It has the ability, through its NORMset feature, to learn and refine
its optimal bandwidth settings. It can both input and output tap position knowl-
edge via means of SCADA or analog signal.
In addition, parameterization can be done manually or via a Windows-based PC
interface. A PC can be connected to the serial COM2 (RS232) interface or
through the COM1 or RJ45 ports if applied. In the event of misentries during
parameterization via PC, the parameter set specified at the factory can be rein-
stated with the Reset function.
Please read these instructions before commissioning the TAPCON® 250. The
instructions were written for the release of firmware version date 05.05.2011
and is applicable to any later version. Please see the proper instruction manual
for previous versions or visit the website to access the archives. Firmware ver-
sion can be confirmed by pressing the “Menu” key, followed by the “F5” key to
access the “Info” screen. Updated firmware can be obtained from Reinhausen
Manufacturing if desired. The operator is responsible for ensuring that users of
the device have fully understood the relevant operating and safety instructions.
The TAPCON® 250 voltage controller is used for automatic control of transform-
ers with motor-driven tap-changers. The motor-drive mechanism receives the
corresponding control signals from the voltage controller. With these signals,
the tap-changer moves to the next position and the transformer’s voltage value
is adapted to the preset reference voltage level.
To allow individual adaptation of the control system to the various field service
conditions encountered, influencing variables such as
• Time delay
• Bandwidth
• line or load-dependent parameters for compensating voltage drops
• voltage or current-dependent limits
can be programmed.
The TAPCON® 250 accepts nominal 120 VAC (45 ... 65 Hz) to operate the con-
trol´s power supply and voltage sensing input.
Substantial cost savings are available with the TAPCON® 250 regarding com-
ponents, integration, assembly and field applications.
3.4 Accessories
An adapter panel or a surface mounting kit is often used with the TAPCON® 250,
but is not required since all controller connections can be placed directly at the
controller. Each panel adapts the TAPCON® 250 as a transformer control
replacement and provides the external connections necessary for operation via
terminal blocks on the rear of the adapter panel. The TC250-67 or TC250-RM
panels are the most common panels offered for new installations and many oth-
ers are available for new as well as retrofitting purposes.
The optional Communication Interface of the TAPCON® 250 offers four addi-
tional communication ports:
1. RS-232
2. RS-485
3. Ethernet/ Modem
4. Optical fiber
1 2 3 4
The AI (analog interface) is an internal interface that can be added to the con-
troller to indicate and output positive tap position knowledge.TAPCON® 250 AI-
module will accept positive tap-changer position input via either a potentiome-
ter, 0...1 mA, 0...20 mA or 4...20 mA input. No current loop interface is required
to receive milliampere positive tap position knowledge and digital calibration is
available for fine tuning.
Furthermore, it provides a selectable 0...1 mA or 4...20 mA output for the cus-
tomer’s use.
To reduce costs and complexity with respect to the features of the communi-
cation interface and the analog interface, these extensions are integrated in
the main housing of the TAPCON® 250.
The front panel of TAPCON® 250 contains an LCD graphic display, several
LEDs and several function keys and menu keys. The device is powered by a
microcontroller (see section 8.2, block/connection diagram). Besides a voltage
transformer and a current transformer it contains opto-coupler inputs with
potential separation as well as potential-free output relay contacts.
The parameters of the TAPCON® 250 can be set via the front panel keys, via a
PC over the integrated serial interface (COM 2) on the front panel or over the
supervisory (communications) card if ordered; the associated PC-software is
included in the scope of supply. The functions of the TAPCON® 250 voltage
controller are largely compatible with those of the earlier voltage controller gen-
erations.
IEC 60068-2-30 Damp Heat, cyclic (12 h +12 h), 131°F, stress
duration: 6 cycles
A conformal coating on the printed circuit board is used to inhibit mold growth.
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7 6 5 4
1 LEDs
The LEDs indicate overcurrent, under voltage, overvoltage, parallel
active, NORMset active and (4) assignable functions or modes.
2 Function keys F1 … F5
These soft keys are used to navigate the menu sub-groups or adjust
specific parameter settings in the input screens.
3 Status LED
If the status LED is illuminated, the device is working properly.
Table 9 Text legend
4 MENU key
This key, when pressed, displays the initial menu screen.
5 ESC key
The ESC key, when pressed, displays the previous higher menu level
or returns to the operating display.
6 Enter key
Once a value or setting is changed in a specific parameter menu, this
key must be pressed to enter the new parameter into the operating
memory.
7 Arrow keys
Used for navigation of parameter screens within a menu sub-group
and also for changing the measured value display while on the Main
Display screen. Available display values include voltage deviation -
dU - current (A) - apparent power (VA) - active power (W) - reactive
load (VAr) - phase angle (deg.) - Cos.
8 Serial interface COM 2
The COM2 port is used to connect the TAPCON® 250 voltage control-
ler with a PC only for parameter settings. The TAPCON®-trol parameter
software and interface cable are included with each controller.
9 Contrast
Adjusts the contrast of the display.
10 Automatic key
Used to initiate Automatic mode. This can also be used for indication
only in conjunction with a 120 VAC input (see Figure 9).
11 Manual key
Used to initiate Manual mode. This can also be used as indication
only in conjunction with a 120 VAC input (see Figure 9).
12 Remote key
Used to toggle between Remote and Local modes. It can also be
used as indication only in conjunction with a 120 VAC input (see Fig-
ure 9).
13 Raise/Lower keys
The tap-changer can be operated via the Raise/Lower keys (chang-
ing the step voltage).
Table 9 Text legend
3
7
6 4
5
The main display screen on the LCD shows the reference and actual voltage in
V or kV, the system deviation rate, and the current tap-changer position. You
can set the unit to V or kV.
TAPCON® 250 offers several options for setting the display unit to kV or V. You
can convert all values via the "kV/V Display" submenu or specify the unit via the
individual input screens for the desired values. The third line of the display can be
toggled to display other metering values by pressing the right and left arrow keys.
Please note that the correct display of the primary voltage and power calcula-
tions depends on the correct entry of the voltage and current transformer
data (see chapter 7.3.1).
The TAPCON® 250 control panel is sub-divided into two levels (security levels).
We refer to them as operation control level and protected level for parameter-
ization. The operation control keys are clearly separated from those for param-
eterization. In addition, all requests for user action are indicated via LEDs
(visual feedback).
The LEDs integrated in the "Raise"-/"Lower" keys are illuminated over the com-
plete duration of the tap-changer operation.
This visual monitoring facility makes operation of the TAPCON® 250 easier.
TAPCON® 250 parameters can be changed both in manual and in auto mode.
The AI capability is sometimes used to remotely set the voltage level with an
analog signal.
W = Paralleling Capability
• 0 = Controller cannot be used to parallel transformers
• P = Controller can be used to parallel transformers via methods described in
section 4.1.
X = Basic Supervisory Control (CI) Capability
• 0 = No supervisory control card is present
• C = Supervisory control card is available with basic serial RS232 and
RS485 interface
• E = Supervisory control card is available with basic serial RS232 and RS485
interface plus the additional use of ethernet with the RJ45 connection.
• M = Supervisory control card is available with basic serial RS232 and
RS485 interface plus the additional use of modem with the RJ45 connection.
• phase angle
Calculated values
• active power
• reactive load
• apparent power
• power factor
The TAPCON® 250 enables the user to set and monitor the tap-changer posi-
tions directly. Additional tap position displays directly at the transformer are
therefore no longer required.
With unequal no-load voltages U1 ≠ Ux, as an EMF (electromotive force) the dif-
ferential voltage ΔU = U1 - Ux causes a current flow through the windings of the
transformers operated in parallel. This current is independent of the load cur-
rent.
Unequal no-load voltages occur if the angle and/or magnitude of the
voltages differ.
The magnitude and angle of the circulating current is determined by the short-
circuit impedances ZK (in series) of the transformers operated in parallel,
including the impedance of the connecting lead between the transformers. The
impedance of the load is negligible, because this circulating current flows
through the transformers even in the absence of a load.
The circulating currents IKr depend on the short-circuit impedances ZK1 ... ZKx
and the differences between the no-load voltages U1-U2.
Definition
U1...Ux: no-load voltages
U1 – U2
I Kr = ------------------------
- IKr1...IKr: circulating currents
Z K1 + Z K2
ZK1...ZKx: short-circuit impedance
For a typical connection of two or more TAPCON® controllers see section 8.2.
For safe and economic parallel operation of transformers, TAPCON® 250 has
to ensure the following operating conditions of the transformers:
1. Avoidance or minimization of circulating currents
2. Avoidance of an unequal transformer load
Different control techniques are used for meeting these requirements. These
techniques are described below.
The TAPCON® 250 automatically assigns the controller with the lowest CAN
bus address as master.
Please ensure that each controller has an address number assigned via the
"CAN address submenu".
Only after all controllers have been identified, will they be able to communi-
cate with each other via the CAN bus and use the "automatic synchronism"
technique.
In order to be able to fully utilize the benefits offered by TAPCON® 250 right
from the start, this chapter describes the main voltage regulation parameters
and functions.
The reference voltage level or bandcenter is specified as a fixed value. The ref-
erence voltage level can be specified via the TAPCON® 250 user interface in
the parameter mode sub-group (section 7.2). Additionally, if the Normset func-
tion is used, it can be set in the NORMset mode sub-group (section 7.1).
The TAPCON® 250 helps maintain an acceptable and stable voltage at the
transformer. This reference voltage can be set to display in kV or V.
Accordingly, the TAPCON® 250 compares the reference voltage level with the
primary voltage (kV) or the secondary voltage (V) of the potential transformer.
The TAPCON® 250 offers various further options for changing the reference
voltage level or for switching to an alternate voltage level during operation such
as when voltage reduction is needed.
The TAPCON® 250 can use up to 3 selectable alternate voltage levels (AVL)
which can be activated by connecting a 12 VDC voltage to two possible inputs.
The value of the alternate voltage levels can be set in the Parameter => Regu-
lation param. subgroup.
Active Inputs Resulting Bandcenter
No AVL Inputs High Voltage Level 1 Active
AVL 2 Input High Alternate Voltage Level 2 Active
AVL 3 Input High Alternate Voltage Level 3 Active
AVL 2 and AVL 3 Inputs High Alternate Voltage Level 4 Active
Table 10 AVL function table
If more than one tap change is necessary, several cases apply for the subse-
quent commands:
• Case1 - Continuous Output, No Auto Inhibit activation
The Raise/Lower output will stay on until the voltage is back in bandwidth
again.
• Case2 - Continuous Output, Auto Inhibit activation
Auto Inhibit interrupts the Raise/Lower output signal. As soon as the Auto
Inhibit input is de-energized, the controller will immediately activate the
Raise/Lower output until Auto Inhibit is applied again or until the voltage is
back in bandwidth again.
• Case3 - Pulsed Output, No Auto Inhibit activation
After the first Raise/Lower output pulse, the time delay T2 will count down
disregarding the parameter "T2 Activation" setting. When the time bar
reaches 0 s, a Raise/Lower pulse is signalled and T2 begins counting again.
This procedure is repeated until the voltage is back in bandwidth again.
• Case4 - Pulsed Output, Auto Inhibit activation
Until Auto Inhibit is activated the controller follows the procedure as
described in case3. When Auto Inhibit is energized the Raise/Lower output
signal switches off and the time delay T2 is stopped. The controller will reset
all timers and start with T2 once again after Auto Inhibit is deenergized in
order to proceed with case 3 or case 4.
You may set the bandwidth "B %" at the TAPCON® 250 from 0.5 % to 9 % in
steps of 0.01 %. The transformer’s step voltage must be known to ensure
proper setting of this value (see example in section 4.2.2). For increased reg-
ulating sensitivity it is also possible to set lower values, although it is highly
inadvisable to go below 60 % ([± B %] ≥ 0.6 · ΔUStep) of the computed value.
A gradually filling time bar located on the main screen indicates the time left until
the start of the control operation (section 7.2.1). If the deviation is still present
after the delay time has elapsed, an output pulse is issued, and the tap-changer
initiates a switching operation.
If the deviation returns to within bandwidth limits during the delay time T1,
the delay time is reduced. The bar in the time diagram is shown hatched and
becomes gradually smaller. No tap-change operation occurs.
The benefit of the reduction is that the controller does not keep counting from
0 sec. if the bandwidth is exceeded regularly. Instead, the time already elapsed
is used as a measure for the start of the subsequent delay time. The
TAPCON® 250 meets the requirements of fast and optimized control response.
Via the submenu "T1 control mode" (section 7.2.1), the delay time T1 can be
set to linear or integral response.
Linear time:
The controller responds with a constant delay time, independent of the devia-
tion.
Integral time:
Depending on the deviation, the response time of the controller is reduced to a
minimum of 1 sec, i.e. the greater the deviation (Uactual from Uref ± B %), the
shorter the response time.
The voltage controller can thus respond more quickly to unexpectedly large
voltage changes in the grid. Control accuracy is increased.
When Auto Inhibit is activated during the operation all timers are reset and
the controller stops voltage regulation. The delay time T2 will count again
from the beginning after Auto Inhibit is deactivated in case of a voltage level
change, see chapter 4.2.1.3.
Otherwise delay time T1 is applied.
Regulating deviation
Parameter T1 integral
Reaction time of
the controller
The energy supply quality at the customer not only depends on the busbar volt-
age of the supply transformer (measured value U), but even more on the volt-
age directly at the customer equipment.
In selected cases, voltage regulation has to take account of the feeder imped-
ance (in the cables or overhead lines to the customers). These feeder lines may
be subject to a significant (load-dependent!) voltage drop.
This voltage drop depends on the impedance of the line, the current and the
phase angle ϕ at the consumer.
If paralleling transformers, please note that because the TAPCON® 250 has
complete knowledge of the total load current, the LDC settings should be
entered with respect to the total line current and not just the current flowing
through each transformer. So, for retrofit applications where analog paralleling
was previously used, the TAPCON® 250 settings may be:
5.1 NORMset
The TAPCON® 250 is able to detect the off state of the transformer and to pre-
vent regulating operations independently. The user can set the voltage thresh-
old.
6 Commissioning
6.1 Installation
An adapter panel or surface mounting kit can be used with the TAPCON® 250
voltage controller in order to make installing and retrofitting much easier. Each
panel adapts the TAPCON® 250 as a tap-changer voltage control replacement
and provides the external connections necessary for operation via terminal
blocks on the rear of the adapter panel. Most panels also include open circuit
protection for the CT in case the CT is accidentally opened at the controller’s
connector.
There are numerous kits and adapters available for both new and existing appli-
cations. Please Contact Reinhausen Manufacturing or www.tapcon250.com for
an up to date list of adapter panels.
6.2 Connection
Connect the voltage controller in accordance with the wiring diagram (see Fig-
ure 9) and according to the wiring diagram of the respective motor drive.
In general, the voltage controller is operated by the measurement voltage of
85...140 VAC on pin P2.1 (Line) and pin P2.3 (Neutral).
The voltage controller alternatively accepts an external +12 VDC/1A power sup-
ply on terminal P3 (P3.1 = polarity, P3.2 = return) for continuous operation dur-
ing an AC power outage.
The terminal connections to P1, P2 and P3 should be made with a #12-#24
AWG Copper wire preferably in a TYCO/AMP #131331 type (or equivalent) fer-
rule and 4.5 lb in tightening torque.
WARNING!
Pay attention to the correct phase angle of the secondary terminals of current
transformer and voltage transformer.
Ensure correct connection of the output relays to the motor-drive unit.
Notes
1. Motor voltage may be 120 or 240 V to neutral, or 240 V phase-to-phase.
2. A ground connection has to be provided to the CT/VT‘s neutral connection,
external to the control
3. Note that optocoupler status inputs Man/Auto, Loc/Rem, and Raise/Lower at
P2-26, 27, 28, & 29 are referenced to the common inputs P2-23 and P2-25.
These common inputs must be wired in accordance with the correct refer-
ence voltages in order to avoid possible damage.
WARNING
WARNING
When an adapter panel is not used, the TAPCON® 250 has to be protected
by an external fuse rated 250V/0.3 A, fast-acting on pin P2.1 (recommenda-
tion: #312300, manufactured by LITTELFUSE).
Bridged with pin P2.6. The TAPCON® 250 does not need this pin to perform
paralleling.
Bridged with pin P2.5. The TAPCON® 250 does not need this pin to perform
paralleling.
WARNING
The wiring related to pins P2.33 through P2.37 should be 100% shielded and
grounded only at the TAPCON® 250 chassis. It is recommended that this wir-
ing be continuous and have its own conduit shielded from possible interfer-
ence due to switching currents usually attributed to motor control.
The total resistance seen between P2.36 and P2.37 must be no greater than
2k ohms. Total resistance should be considered when choosing cabling.
The TAPCON® 250 has a standard power supply input for continuous operation
during AC power outage. A 12 VDC / 1A power supply can be directly con-
nected to the terminals P3.1 (= Polarity) and P3.2 (= Return). It will only draw
current when the measurement potential between P2.1 and P2.3 falls below
85 VAC.
The CAN protocol is used for communication between two or more TAPCON®-
controllers in parallel operation (see section 4.1 for further information or sec-
tion 8.2 for connection diagram).
4. Place the controller back into auto and allow the TAPCON® 250 to count
down and output a lower voltage command.
5. Manually control the transformer out of the default bandwidth of 1% below
the bandcenter.
6. If desired, apply overvoltage, undervoltage, and overcurrrent settings
according to section 7.2.2.
8. Set the delay time T1 to 20s linear as per section 7.2.1; by manual control,
move the tap-changer towards "Raise" by one step. Check if the operation
mode is "Auto". The time bar should fill up from bottom to top while the time
is simultaneously displayed above the time bar until activation of the tap-
changer. After a period of 20 s the voltage controller must control the tap-
changer back to its previous service position. At that point the bar graph
display moves back into the normal position. Repeat the control procedure
towards "Lower". Set the operating delay time T2 to 10 s and "T2 on" in the
menu T2 activation. By manual control, move the tap-changer towards
"Raise" by two steps. Check if the operation mode is "Auto". After a period
of 20 s the voltage controller must automatically control the tap-changer
back to its previous service position by one step and after further 10 s by
another step. Set the delay times T1 and T2 to the desired value. If T2 is not
utilized, the "T2 off" setting will be required. When putting the transformer
into service, it is recommended to set the delay time T1 provisionally to 100
s. Depending on the existing operating conditions, you may want to
determine the definitive setting only after some time of observation. For this
purpose it is recommended to register the variation of the actual voltage and
the number of tap change operations on a day-to-day basis. If an inverse
response of the voltage controller is desired, set an integral time response
for the delay time T1. In this case the delay time is automatically shortened
inversely proportional to the deviation.
9. Set the mode of operation to "Manual“ and the existing reference voltage
level e.g. to 130 V. Set the response value for undervoltage blocking U< to
120 V, so that the actual measured voltage now corresponds to the set value
of the response blocking value. Set the mode of operation to "Auto“.
10.The output relay "Raise“ must not issue a control command. LED U< will
now respond. After approx. 10 s the error message "Undervoltage" will be
visible (deviation from reference voltage level - > -). Upon completion of this
function test you may now set the desired response value for undervoltage
blocking.
11. Set the mode of operation to "Manual“and set the existing reference voltage
level e.g. to 110 V. Set the response value for overvoltage detection U> to
120 V, so that the actual measured voltage now corresponds to the set
voltage of the response for overvoltage detection. LED U> will now respond
and the error message "Overvoltage" will be visible (deviation from
reference voltage level - < -).
12.Set the mode of operation to "Auto“. The output relay "Lower“ must issue
periodic control commands at 1.5 s intervals. Now set reference voltage
level back to its original value and the desired response value for
overvoltage detection according to this reference voltage level.
13.Set the response threshold for overcurrent blocking I>. A function check is
not necessary.
14.Press the “ESC” key until the main measurement screen is visible. Press the
right arrow key until “dU” is visible on the third line. This is necessary to set
and test the LDC settings. Note that during this function check, the minimum
load current of 10 % of the rated current of the CT/VT must flow. Set the
mode of operation to "Manual“. With settings for Ux = Ur = O, “dU” should
not be affected. A setting of Ur = 20 V, Ux = O V deviation, “dU”, from
reference voltage level should be negative. A setting of Ur = 0 V, Ux = 20 V
should display a deviation, “dU”, from reference voltage level as positive.
If the bar graph display moves in the opposite direction, change the polarity
of the current transformer. The actually desired load drop can be set upon
completion of the above settings. Set the mode of operation to "Auto“. Check
if the setting is correct by observing the voltage at the line end during service
and with different loads. When the setting is correct the voltage at the line
end will remain constant.
15.Setting of Z-Compensation (as per section 7.2.3.2) as an alternative to LDC.
Set the mode of operation to "Manual“. Set the Z-Compensation voltage rise
to 0, the voltage controller is in a balanced state. Setting Z-compensation
limit = 15 %.Setting voltage increase = 15 % (deviation from reference
voltage level -> - during this function check the minimum load current of 10
% of the rated current of the CT/VT must flow). The desired values for Z-
compensation can be set upon completion of the above settings. Set the
mode of operation to "Auto“.
16.Check if the setting is correct by observing the stability of a certain point in
the network with different loads. When the setting is correct, the voltage at
this point will remain constant.
17.To check alternate voltage levels, set the alternate voltage level 2 to the
desired value (refer to section 7.2.1). Set the mode of operation to "Manual“
and connect the +12VDC wetting voltage (P2.10) to P2.18. The bar graph
display must move in the direction of "Lower" or "Higher" according to the set
value for alternate voltage level 2 and AVL2 must be shown in the operating
display. Please proceed in the same manner for alternate voltage level 3 by
connecting +12 VDC wetting voltage to the P2.9 signalling relay for alternate
voltage level 3. The alternate voltage level 4 is activated by simultaneously
connecting +12 VDC wetting voltage to pin P2.18 and pin P2.9. Set the
mode of operation to "Auto“ after deenergizing the inputs P2.9 and P2.18.
The prerequisite for the proper functioning of parallel operation is the com-
missioning of each voltage controller for independent operation.
The current transformer inputs must be connected and the CT/VT configuration
must be parameterized correctly. Each measuring VT reference must be from
the same side (high side, or low side) of their respective transformer.
The voltage controllers must be set to identical operating parameters for the ref-
erence voltage, bandwidth, time delay T1, and line compensation, if applicable
(LDC or Z Compensation, respectively). If the minimum circulating reactive cur-
rent method is used, set stability to "0 %" and "Blocking Threshold" to "20 %".
During parallel operation, time delay T2 must never be set below 8 s! If T2
is turned off, then T1 can never be set below 8 s!
Settings can be performed in Manual and Auto operating mode.
Each controller must be assigned an address of its own on the CAN bus
(Configuration => Parallel Control => CAN address).
Each controller’s parallel operation must be turned to “On”
(Configuration => Parallel Control => Parallel Operation).
Set the mode of operation to "Manual“ if not already in a manual state. The
transformers should remain in a stable state.
Attempt to create a circulating reactive current imbalance by raising one of the
two transformers by one voltage step and lowering the other of the two trans-
formers by one voltage step. It is desired for both transformers to remain in a
manual state, but this may not always be the case if transformers naturally do
not share the loading equally.
Upon modification of the setting value "Stability", the value of the efficiency will
change in the last line of the help text. Continue adjusting the stability until the
display of the efficiency exceeds the preset value for the entire bandwidth by
approx. 0.2 to 0.3 %.
Example: If Bandcenter=120V and Bandwidth setting=±1.2 V, then “Eff”
should be around 2.2 % to 2.3 %
Each voltage controller should be set individually, but will likely be identical if par-
alleled transformers are very similar or identical. Select the "Auto" operating
mode for both voltage controllers. Both voltage controllers should control the
tap-changers back into their previous service positions. If the timer bar begins
to count again, the stability should be reduced until the transformers react so
that one transformer is controlled back and the other is just beyond bandedge.
This is indicated if the timer bar begins to count and then stops, then counts,
and so forth.
So, if only one voltage controller responds while the imbalance exists, the sta-
bility should be increased. If the tap-changers are regulating out of sync ("pump-
ing" or “hunting”), this setting needs to be reduced.
If one or all of the controllers signal "Parallel operation failure" even though the
control inputs are properly connected for all controllers, the following causes
may be present:
• Interruption of the data communication between the controllers. Check the
data lead in that respect
• A controller is not functional
• Different methods of parallel operation were selected
• The bandwidth threshold of the circulating reactive current was exceeded
• Incorrect controller addressing
By default, the controllers will block under any of the above conditions, but the
user can change this behavior. If the “Absent CAN Bus Behavior” is changed
from “Blocking” to “Independent” within the “Parallel Control” “Configuration”
option, then the controller will operate in an independent state if a failure is
sensed.
Select the corresponding method and determine which one of the controllers
will assume master function and which of the controllers will assume follower
function (see section 7.3.4). Each controller should have positive position
knowledge input as preconfigured by Reinhausen Manufacturing. Match the tap
positions of each paralleled transformer and then place them in “Auto”. The fol-
lower controller will match tap positions with the master within 8 seconds of a
sensed tap position difference. Only the master regulates according to the mea-
sured voltage.
If one or all of the controllers signal "Parallel operation failure" even though the
control inputs are properly connected for all controllers, the following causes
may be present:
• Interruption of the data communication between the controllers. Check the
data lead in that respect
• A controller is not functional
• Different methods of parallel operation were selected
• Multiple or no masters assigned
• A tap difference of greater than one position or no tap position data at all
• Incorrect controller addressing
• More than one paralleling group input is active.
By default, the controllers will block under any of the above conditions, but the
user can change this behavior. If the “Absent CAN Bus Behavior” is changed
from “Blocking” to “Independent” within the “Parallel Control” “Configuration”
option, then the controller will operate in an independent state if a failure is
sensed.
6.6.3 Setting the time delay for the message "Parallel operation failure"
7 Parameterization
7.1 NORMset
Please bear in mind that the correct display of the primary voltage depends on
the correct input of the voltage transformer data (see section 7.3.1).
If the regulating deviation again exceeds the set bandwidth limits during dele-
tion, the time delay will, starting from the remaining time, be started anew.
Regulating deviation
Parameter T1 integral
During operation, the delay time T2 must be greater than the maximum run-
ning time of the motor-drive. This is most important for the case of automatic
passage of positions.
If paralleling transformers, T2 should never be set for less than 8s.
The LED will not respond in case of a failure of either the measuring voltage
and/or the supply voltage (< 30 V) (this standard setting can be cancelled: see
parameter "U< also under 30 V" at the end of the limit values menu).
Setting the limiting values for undervoltage
blocking as absolute value.
When converting the display to kV (F3 key), this
value can be set in reference to the primary CT/VT
voltage, whereas if the display is set to V this value
will be in reference to the secondary voltage.
Menu => Parameter => Limit values => U < Under-
voltage (V)
Setting range: 95...135 V
Function monitoring
The message "function monitoring" will be emitted
to supervisory control if a regulating deviation last-
ing 15 min is detected by the controller which is not
eventually compensated. Use this parameter to
suppress the message (= Off) to avoid the genera-
tion of an error message while the transformer is
switched off and while at the same time the mes-
sage has not been suppressed at U< 30 V (see the
following paragraph).
Menu => Parameter => Limit values => Function
monitoring
For the correct setting of the LDC it is necessary to calculate the resistive and
inductive line voltage drop in relation to the secondary side of the voltage
transformer in V and the correct setting of the existing measuring configura-
tion according to paragraph 7.3.1.
Where
Ur = LDC setting for resistive line voltage drop in V
Ux = LDC setting for inductive line voltage drop in V
IN = Rated current in A of the selected current transformer connection to the volt-
age controller, i.e. 0.2 A
RCT = Current transformer ratio, e.g. 200 A/0.2 A
RVT = Voltage transformer ratio, e.g.
30000V ⁄ 3-
-----------------------------
100V
7.2.3.2 Z-Compensation
For correct setting of the parameters the voltage rise (ΔU) has to be calculated
in consideration of the current.
Calculation of the required setting values:
U Tr – U Load I N ⋅ R CT
ΔU ( % ) = 100 ⋅ ---------------------------------- ⋅ ----------------------
U Load I
Where
ΔU = Setting of Z-Compensation in %
UTr = Transformer voltage at current I
ULoad = Line end voltage at current I and with the same service position of the
tap-changer
I = Load current in A
IN = Rated current in A of the selected current transformer connection to the
voltage controller, i.e. 0.2 A
RCT = Current transformer ratio, e.g. 200 A/0.2 A
Setting the voltage rise
Menu => Parameter => Compensation =>
Z-Compensation
Setting range: 0 ... 15 %
Set the calculated percentage of the voltage rise,
referred to the reference voltage level.
If no compensation is desired, the value "0" is to
be set.
The transformation ratios and measuring set-ups of the voltage and current
transformers used can be set in the corresponding displays by pressing the F1,
F4 and F5 function keys.
Setting the primary VT voltage
This is the primary voltage rating of the potential
(voltage) measuring transformer as connected
(Line-to-Neutral or Line-to-Line)
Menu => Configuration => Data of meas. Trf. =>
Primary voltage
Setting range: 0...999.9 kV
A decimal point can be inserted by pressing the
“F3” key.
CAUTION
The standard value preset at the factory is 0 ampere, i. e. 0 ampere will be dis-
played for metering purposes even in the presence of a current unless the CT
data is entered, but regulation is not affected.
Setting options:
• -30 3PH
• 0 3PH
• +30 3PH
• +90 3PH
• 0 1PH
• 0 3PHN
• +120 3PHN
• -120 3PH
If the user is uncertain about the actual phase relationship, the controller can
be helpful. With each transformer in independent operation, press “Menu”,
“F5” for “Info”, and then the right arrow key one time to view “Meas Values”.
Compare the phase angle measured with other substation metering equip-
ment and adjust accordingly. Keep in mind that reversed CT polarity will shift
the phase angle by 180 degrees. Whenever the correct phase angle settings
are entered, calculated values available on the third line of the main display
should be close to those seen on other metering devices. For example, if the
load is near unity power factor, the phase angle shown in the “Info” screen
will be approximately the phase relationship between the VT and CT. This
correct power factor should be accurate when scrolling the third line of the
main display.
7.3.2 General
Controller identification
Controller identification serves as the identification
characteristic of a TAPCON® voltage controller.
Its task is to ensure that a connection is established
between the visualization software and a specifi-
cally defined voltage controller.
Many laptops have a default speed of 9.6 kBaud. To ensure best connection,
the user should confirm maximum possible speed in his/her laptop hardware
settings each time the RS232 or RS232 to USB adapter cable is connected.
CAUTION
Pulsed/Non-pulsed operation
The TAPCON® 250 is capable of allowing the user to choose the type of inter-
face for the unit's local/remote and auto/manual functions. This comes in the
form of two options, Pulsed and Non-pulsed.
Pulsed allows for full functionality of the front control panel keys. Keys are made
active and available to be used for choosing a mode of operation. The selected
mode is indicated by an accompanying LED.
In the case of Auto/Manual, the pulsed option also allows for control via a
selected communication protocol. However, the control functions are not
accepted while the unit is in local mode.
Non-pulsed allows for the use of an input contact signal for selecting a desired
mode. This is an analog input. The respective front control panel keys are for
indication only and cannot be toggled through a communication protocol.
Local/Remote input
Menu => Configuration => General => Local/
Remote input
This setting indicates the method by which local and
remote modes will be selected.
When "Pulsed" is selected, the REMOTE key is
made active on the front panel. An illuminated LED
indicates when in Remote mode.
NOTE: This mode cannot be changed through a communications control com-
mand.
When "Non-pulsed" is selected, the REMOTE key is inactive and used for indi-
cation only. This mode can only be changed by an input to P2.27.
Manual/Auto input
Menu => Configuration => General => Manual/Auto
input
This setting indicates the method by which manual
and automatic modes will be selected.
When "Pulsed" is selected, the MANUAL and AUTO
keys are made active on the front panel. An illumi-
nated LED indicates the selected mode.
NOTE: This mode can be changed through a communications control com-
mand if also in Remote mode.
When "Non-pulsed" is selected, the MANUAL and AUTO keys are inactive and
used for indication only. This mode can only be changed by an input to pin
P2.26.
Options
• Off – Input is not active
• AVL2 (Alternate Voltage Level 2) – AVL2 will become active according to
programmed parameters.
• The amount of alternate voltage implemented is determined by the setting in
the Parameter => Regulation param. menu.
• AVL3 (Alternate Voltage Level 3) – AVL3 will become active according to
programmed parameters.
• The amount of alternate voltage is determined by the setting in the Parameter
=> Regulation param. menu.
NOTE: Enabling both alternate voltage levels #2 and #3 inputs simultaneously
will result in the level of alternate voltage as specified on the alternate
voltage #4 setting in the Parameter => Regulation param. menu.
• Parallel Group 1 – Activates paralleling group 1 according to “Parallel Con-
trol” settings. This input takes priority over the Parallel Group setting in
menu. “Parallel Control” must be set to “On” in the menu.
• Parallel Group 2– Activates paralleling group 2 according to “Parallel Con-
trol” settings. This input takes priority over the Parallel Group setting in
menu. “Parallel Control” must be set to “On” in the menu.
NOTE: Enabling both Parallel Group 1 and Parallel Group 2 inputs simultane-
ously will result in a paralleling error.
• Auto Inhibit – As long as this contact is closed, the tap-changer will not time
out, thereby prohibiting raise and lower commands. After opening this con-
tact all timers are reset and the controller starts with normal operation again
except in case of a voltage level change (see section 4.2.1.3).
• Master/Follower – If set for this function and energized, the controller will
parallel transformers as a master device. If set for this function but not ener-
gized, the device will behave as a follower device. This input will take priority
over the “Parallel Control Method” selection in the “Parallel Control” sub-
menu. “Parallel Control” must be set to “On” in the menu.
• Remote voltage level active – If set and energized, a 4-20 mA analog signal
input at P2.35 and P2.36 can be used to set the voltage level bandcenter.
Once de-energized, the originally programmed bandcenter will be active.
This input uses the input normally reserved for tap position knowledge.
Therefore, tap position knowledge is not possible if this input is used for this
purpose. If remote voltage level is used, this input is always used.
• Quicktap – If set and energized, the time delays T1 and T2 are completely
bypassed. Therefore, any time measured voltage exceeds the bandwidth
setting, the controller will give an immediate raise or lower response. This
feature should be carefully implemented and not used in Master/Follower
paralleling applications.
Bit Alarm
1 Undervoltage
2 Overvoltage
3 Tap block lower
4 Tap block raise
5 Overcurrent
6 Reverse power flow
7 Alternate voltage level active
8 Sensor break AI-module
9 Parallel failure
10 Analog input failure (tap position or remote voltage level)
11 Hunting value exceeded
Table 11 Setting options for the programmable alarm
Setting options:
•Off = no parallel operation possible
•On = parallel operation is possible through selec-
tion of appropriate method (next section) and GPI
activation if applicable.
Setting options:
•Circulating reactive = parallel operation following
the current principle of minimum circulating reactive current with CAN bus
connected directly between controllers
• Master = Master/Follower principle: the controller assumes Master function
• Follower = Master/Follower principle: the controller assumes Follower func-
tion
• Synchr.Auto = Master/Follower principle: with this setting, the controller with
lowest CAN address of all other controllers is automatically selected as Mas-
ter.
Please keep in mind that the CAN bus must be connected with a resistor of
120 Ohms at both ends (at the first and last controller). The resistor is
included in the scope of delivery.
CAN Address
To permit controller communication via CAN bus,
each individual controller needs a separate identi-
fier.
Menu => Configuration => Continue =>
Parallel control => CAN Address
Assign a number as address to each controller by
pressing the F1 or F5 function keys.
The values assigned as CAN address may range
between 1 and 127.
0 = no communication
Parallel operation according to the principle of "Master/Follower" (syn-
chronism control)
The type of parallel operation can be set via the parameter "parallel operation"
(see above).
According to the settings made, one of the controllers is then elected as Master.
This controller assumes the measuring tasks and adjusts the tap-changer for
voltage compensation in the presence of deviations. Following a tap-change
operation, the Master proceeds to compare the Followers' tap-changer posi-
tions with its own via CAN bus and, if a discrepancy is noted, likewise initiates
readjustment of the Followers to an identical tap-changer position.
If a difference of two or more tap-changer positions is noted, the message "Par-
allel operation failure" will be emitted and automatic regulation will be blocked
unless this action is changed by the user in the “Absent CAN bus behavior”
option.
This method is suitable for transformers featuring identical electrical character-
istics with available tap position information to the controller.
Parallel operation according to the principle of "minimum circulating
reactive current"
The circulating reactive current is computed from the transformer currents and
their respective phase angles. For correction of the measuring circuit voltage,
a voltage proportional to the circulating reactive current is applied to self-suffi-
ciently operating controllers. This correction voltage can be either decreased or
increased through adjustment of the "stability" setting.
If an inadmissibly high circulating reactive current is detected, all tap-changers
involved will be reset after only 10 s, regardless of the delay time preset at the
controller.
Labels can be easily applied to the white strip below the LEDs by pulling the tab
on the right side of the controller.
Menu => Configuration => Continue => LED selection => LED4 red / green
CAUTION
Setting the mean value memory interval involves erasure of the complete
memory upon acknowledgement of a change.
The long-term memory of the TAPCON® 250 has a memory capacity of 8MB. It
is divided into the mean value memory and the event memory. The mean value
memory is used for storing intervals of 1 sec, 2 sec, 4 sec, 10 sec, 20 sec or 40
sec duration, depending on the setting. The operator can change this setting
individually. In the Memory submenu, press the "arrow right” key four times, until
screen 04 is displayed. At that point, the desired setting can be selected by
pressing the "F1” or "F5” keys. An outline of the maximum recording times,
using various different recording intervals, is shown in the subsequent example
no. 2.
Event memory
Menu => Configuration => 2x Continue =>
Memory => Event memory
The event memory can be set for a range between
256kB and 2,048kB. In the Memory submenu, press
the "arrow right” key five times until screen 05 is dis-
played. At that point, the desired setting can be
selected by pressing the "F1” or "F5” keys.
All events involving an overshoot above or below the preset threshold values
are stored in the event memory at a higher resolution.
The maximum number of events, in relation to the event memory capacity, is
shown in the following table.
The following two examples show how the event memory works:
Memorization of the event starts 10 seconds before the actual event and ends
10 seconds thereafter.
1 10 9 8 7
2 20 19 17 14
4 40 38 35 29
10 100 96 89 73
Table 13 Storage times in days according to event memory capacity and mean value
interval(s)
Options
•RS232
•RS485
•Ethernet
•Modem
•Optical fiber
Setting the baud rate of the CI
Menu => Configuration => 2x Continue =>
Comm. Interface => CI baud rate
Options
•9.6 kBaud
•19.2 kBaud
•38.4 kBaud
•57.6 kBaud
Note: If using TCP, baud rate is fixed at 19.2 kBaud.
Setting the IP Address (for TCP)
Menu => Configuration => 2x Continue =>
Comm. Interface => IP Address
Settings: User Specific
7.6 Analog Input (for Tap position and Remote Voltage Level)
options (optional feature)
Options
•Off
•On
Setting the minimum limit for remote voltage
level analog input
Menu => Configuration => 3x Continue =>
Remote volt level => AI Lower Limit
Setting range: 0 to 100%
The setting is based on a 20 mA scale. Therefore, a
minimum signal of 4mA would mean this setting
should be set for 20% because 4 mA is 20% of
20 mA.
Setting the maximum limit for remote voltage
level analog input
Menu => Configuration => 3x Continue =>
Remote volt level => AI Upper Limit
Setting range: 0 to 100%
The setting is based on a 20 mA scale. Therefore, a
maximum signal of 20 mA would mean this setting
should be set for 100% because 20 mA is 100% of
20 mA.
AI lower limit
Menu => Configuration => 3x Continue =>
Tap pos. options => AI Lower limit
Setting range:
Setting for 0...1 mA and 0...20 mA = 0.0 %
Setting for 4...20 mA and Potentiometer = 20.0 %
Hint: This may be adjusted for special applications
where position transducers’ minimum limit is not
0 or 4mA.
AI upper limit
Menu => Configuration => 3x Continue =>
Tap pos. options => AI Upper limit
Setting for 0...1 mA, 0...20 mA, 4...20 mA and
Potentiometer = 100.0 %
Hint: This may be adjusted for special applications
where position transducers‘ maximum limit is not
perfectly 1mA, 20mA or whatever maximum analog
signal is expected.
Tap position output range
Menu => Configuration => 3x Continue =>
Tap pos. options => Tap pos. output range
The position information can be directly forwarded
to an external indicator by a constant current
source. The max. burden for 0...1 mA are
10 kOhms, the max. burden for 4...20 mA are 500
Ohms.
Options
•Off
•0...1 mA
•4...20 mA
Tap limit block mode
Menu => Configuration => 3x Continue =>
Tap pos. options => Tap limit block mode
Options
•Off
•Direct. dep. = dependent on direction (Only tap
change operations exceeding the actual tap block
limit are prohibited. When the actual position is 16L
and the tap block limit is set to 16L, for example, the
controller will block operation towards 17L. Operation
towards 15L is not blocked.)
•Direct. indep. = independent on direction (When
the tap block limit is reached, all further operations
will be blocked independent of direction.)
Options
•Off
•On
7.7 Information
LED-test
Menu => Info => 2x Arrow right
An LED function test can be performed in accor-
dance with the instructions indicated. Press the
“Enter” key to test all LEDs at once.
This test involves only the LED itself, not the function behind it!
Input-/output-status
Menu => Info => 3x Arrow right
Status display of the inputs at the I/O module.
0= no presence of signal at input
1= presence of signal at input
AI-module status
Menu => Info => 4x Arrow right
The raw value in percent and the calculated, abso-
lute value (in parentheses) for the AI module are dis-
played in the first and second line. If the analogue
input value is outside of the allowed setting range, a
question mark "?" will be displayed instead of the
calculated, absolute value.
Note: The second line will either display remote voltage level setting or tap posi-
tion depending on which features are active.
The fourth line of the display shows the percent of tap position output if used.
CI-module status
Menu => Info => 5x Arrow right
The screen shows which version of which software
is running, which data format is used and the
Ethernet module can be reset if there occur any
problems.
To reset the Ethernet module (if available), simulta-
neously press F3 and F4.
Parameter
Menu => Info => 6x Arrow right
Display indicating whether the parameter sets were
properly stored following a controller restart and/or
whether all parameters were properly stored follow-
ing the recording of a parameter set.
If a parameter was not properly stored, it will be indi-
cated as incorrectly stored and can be reset to a
standard factory setting by pressing the F1 key.
To reset all parameters to standard settings, press the F3 and F4 keys simulta-
neously.
RTC = Real Time Clock
Menu => Info => 7x Arrow right
When the voltage controller is started up for the first
time a counter is set in motion which continues to
run even while the controller is inactive. For the
visual display of measuring values, all of the coun-
ter's times will be over-written by the PC's times.
Parallel operation
Menu => Info => 8x Arrow right
Display of the controller number for parallel opera-
tion (= CAN address) and of the number of the
voltage controllers currently engaged in parallel
operation. This can be used to confirm if controller
CAN buses are communicated, regardless of
whether controllers are in a parallel state.
Peak memory
Menu => Info => 14x Arrow right
Display of the minimum and maximum apparent
current and power occurred since the last reset.
Peak memory
Menu => Info => 15x Arrow right
Display of the minimum and maximum real power (P)
and reactive power (Q) occurred since the last reset.
Operation counter
Menu => Info => 16x Arrow right
Line 1 displays the Hunting counter.
Press F1 and F2 keys simultaneously to reset.
Line 2 displays the Operations counter.
Press F3 and F4 simultaneously to reset.
Line 3 displays the TOTAL Operations counter.
This counter cannot be reset.
Upcoming messages
Menu => Info => 17/18x Arrow right
Display of pending messages, e.g. undervoltage,
overvoltage or parallel control failure.
Present demand
Peak memory
Menu => Info => 19x Arrow right
Display of the minimum and maximum current and
power occurred since the last reset .
The demand metering functionality implemented in
the controller simulates the action of an analog
peak-recording thermal demand meter. For the time
settings see Configuration => General menu.
Maximum demand
Peak memory
Menu => Info => 19x Arrow right
Display of the minimum and maximum current and
power occurred since the last reset .
Display of the maximum demand occurred since the
last reset.
To reset the the stored values to zero, press the F3
and F4 keys simultaneously.
Timetracer
Setting the write mode
Menu => Info => Arrow left
After execution of this key sequence the instrument
is now in the write mode (see illustration). After swi-
tchover to the write mode, the operator-set refer-
ence voltage level will automatically show up
roughly in the center of the screen. The units of the
voltages per unit are software-determined and can be altered by the operator.
If the write function is called up again, however, the parameterization-deter-
mined set values will again override any other settings. While in the write mode,
the settings for time axis, voltage range, return time and return date can be
determined as well.
Symbol explanation
Display in kV:
e.g. 0.5 kV
Press the "F4" function key twice to view the input
field for the voltage range (see arrow). Here, the dis-
play is limited to the maximum and minimum volt-
age. Press the "F3" and "F5" function keys to set the
display forward or backward in one-step incre-
ments.
The voltage range is subdivided in the following
steps:
0.1 kV, 0.2 kV, 0.5 kV, 1 kV, 2 kV, 5 kV, 10 kV and 20
kV per horizontal grid line.
8 Appendix
See section 3.7 for specific details regarding the functionality of the buttons.
NORMSET
Parameter Compensation
Configuration General
Info
CAN-SHLD
CAN-SHLD
CAN-GND
CAN-GND
CAN-GND
CAN-H
CAN-H
CAN-H
CAN-L
CAN-L
CAN-L
CAN-BUS CAN-BUS CAN-BUS
!
CAN-P1: 3
CAN-P1: 2
CAN-P1: 4
CAN-P1: 3
CAN-P1: 2
CAN-P1: 4
CAN-P1: 3
CAN-P1: 2
CAN-P1: 4
CAN-P1: 1
CAN-P1: 1
CAN-P1: 1
120 OHMS 120 OHMS
! ATTENTION !
THE CAN BUS MUST BE CONNECTED WITH A TERMINATING
RESISTOR OF 120 OHM AT BOTH ENDS
(AT THE FIRST AND LAST CONTROLLER).
Figure 15 Connection diagram for direct TAPCON® 250 parallel operation via
CAN bus
8.3 Drawings
78.2
30
14
8 131.6 8
147.6
Figure 17 TAPCON® 250 - Bottom view without and with equivalent plug
216
COM 2
147.6
Normset
Normset activation Off
Reference voltage level 1 120.0V
Primary voltage 0kV
Secondary voltage 120.0V
Parameter
Regulation param
Reference voltage level 1 120.0V
Alternate voltage level 2 120.0V
Alternate voltage level 3 120.0V
Alternate voltage level 4 120.0V
Absolute Bandwidth Off
Bandwidth (%) 1.00%
Bandwidth (V) 1.2V
Voltage Offset 0.0V
T1 delay time 40s
T1 Control mode T1 linear
T2 activation T2 off
T2 delay time 10.0s
Parameter
Limit values
U< Undervoltage (V) 110.0V
U> Overvoltage (V) 130.0V
I> Overcurrent 110%
Funct. Monitoring Off
U< delay time 10.0s
U< Blocking On
U< under 30V Off
Hunting alarm limit 50
Parameter
Compensation
Ur-Line Drop Compensation 0.0V
Ux-Line Drop Compensation 0.0V
Z-Compensation 0.0%
Z-Comp Limit 0.0%
Configuration
Data of meas. Trf
LED1 Off
LED2 Off
LED3 Off
LED4 red Off
LED4 green Off
Configuration
Continue(1 or 2 times)
Memory
U< memory 110.0V
U> memory 130.0V
Mean value interval 1s
Event memory 256k
Time (24 hour)
Date (MM/DD/YY)
Configuration
Continue
Continue
Comm. Interface
CI Protocol TAPCON-trol
CI Port RS232
CI baud rate 9.6 kBaud
IP Address 0.0.0.0
TCP Port 1234
Light wave inverting (fiber optics) Off
CI Address 1
Master address 0
Unsolicited Messages (DNP) On
Unsolicited Retries (DNP) 3
Application Conf. Timeout (DNP) 5s
Send delay (RS485) 5ms
Configuration
Continue
Continue (2 or 3 times)
Remote volt level
Remote volt level Off
AI Lower limit 0.0%
AI Upper limit 100.0%
Remote volt. Level min 100.0V
Remote volt. Level max 135
Configuration
Continue
Continue (2 or 3 times)
Tap pos options
Tap pos. indication Off
Tap pos. min 16L
Tap pos. max 16R
Present Tap Pos
AI Lower limit 0.0%
AI Upper limit 100.0%
Tap pos. output range Off
Tap limit block mode Direct. Dep.
Tap block lower 16L
Tap block raise 16R
Tap position display (L/R) On