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Basler DECS-250 - User Manual

Basler DECS-250
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12570 Route 143 Highland, Illinois 62249-1074 USA
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Publication
9440300990 Rev S
January 2020
DECS-250
Digital Excitation Control System
Instruction Manual
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Basler DECS-250 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandBasler
ModelDECS-250
CategoryControl Systems
LanguageEnglish

Summary

1 Introduction

Features and Functions

Details the extensive features and functions of the DECS-250 system.

2 Controls and Indicators

Front Panel Illustration and Description

Illustrates and describes the controls and indicators on the DECS-250 front panel.

Adjusting Settings

Provides step-by-step instructions for adjusting settings at the front panel.

3 Power Inputs

Operating Power

Details the operating power requirements and voltage ranges for the DECS-250.

5 Voltage and Current Sensing

Generator Voltage

Describes the generator voltage sensing connections and configuration.

Generator Current

Details the generator current sensing inputs and phase sensing.

6 Synchronizer

Generator Synchronization

Describes the automatic generator synchronization modes and settings.

7 Regulation

Regulation Modes

Lists the five regulation modes available in the DECS-250.

AVR

Describes Automatic Voltage Regulation mode operation and adjustment.

FCR

Details Field Current Regulation mode operation and setpoint adjustment.

Var

Explains Var mode operation, regulating reactive power output.

Power Factor

Describes Power Factor mode operation to maintain a constant PF.

Operation with Paralleled Generators

Details how the DECS-250 controls parallel generators for reactive load sharing.

8 Auxiliary Control

Auxiliary Control Input Type

Describes the types of signals accepted for auxiliary control.

10 Protection

Power Protection

Monitors generator power levels for reverse power flow and loss of excitation.

Loss of Excitation

Detects excessive var flow indicating abnormally low field excitation.

11 Limiters

Overexcitation Limiter

Monitors field current and limits it to prevent field overheating.

Underexcitation Limiter

Senses leading var level and limits excitation to prevent end-iron heating.

Stator Current Limiter

Monitors stator current and limits it to prevent stator overheating.

13 Metering

Alarms

Lists active and previously latched alarms from system parameters, links, and I/Os.

16 Stability Tuning

Custom Stability Settings

Allows tailoring stability for optimum generator transient performance.

PID Calculator

Calculates PID gain parameters based on generator and exciter time constants.

Auto Tuning

Automatically identifies excitation system parameters and calculates PID gains.

20 BESTCOMSPlus Software

Activation of the DECS-250 Plugin for BESTCOMSPlus

Explains the process for activating the DECS-250 plugin.

Settings Explorer

A tool to navigate through the DECS-250 plugin's settings screens.

Settings File Management

Covers opening, saving, uploading, downloading, and comparing settings files.

Firmware Updates

Provides instructions and warnings for updating DECS-250 firmware.

21 BESTlogicPlus

BESTlogicPlus Composition

Explains the main groups of objects used for programming: I/O, Components, and Elements.

Programming BESTlogicPlus

Guides on using BESTCOMSPlus to program BESTlogicPlus using drag and drop.

22 Communication

Modbus Communication

Details the Modbus communication protocol used by DECS-250 systems.

23 Configuration

Generator, Field, and Bus Ratings

Covers configuration of generator, field, and bus ratings for proper control and protection.

24 Security

Password Access

Controls operation types allowed by user via passwords for six functional access areas.

Port Security

Restricts control available through DECS-250 communication ports.

Login and Access Controls

Provides controls to limit login time and login attempts for enhanced security.

26 Testing

Real-Time Metering Analysis

Performs on-line AVR and PSS testing using six plots of user-selected data.

Step Response Analysis

Verifies overall system response through fixed step changes in AVR reference.

28 Modbus Communication

Modbus Parameters

Lists General, Security, Binary Points, and Gains parameters for Modbus communication.

30 Maintenance

Troubleshooting

Offers procedures for diagnosing and resolving common DECS-250 issues.

The DECS-250 Appears Inoperative

Troubleshooting steps for when the DECS-250 does not power up.

31 Specifications

Operating Power

Lists operating power voltage ranges and requirements.

Control Power

Details the two control power inputs for continued operation.

Regulation

Specifies setpoint range and regulation accuracy for operating modes.

Generator Protection Functions

Lists pickup and time delay ranges for overvoltage, undervoltage, and frequency protections.

Field Protection Functions

Provides specifications for field overvoltage, overcurrent, loss of PMG, and EDM.

32 Analog Expansion Module

Analog Inputs

Describes the eight programmable analog inputs with alarm and configuration options.

Analog Outputs

Explains the four programmable analog outputs with parameter selection and type.

Analog Inputs and Outputs

Shows input and output terminals and lists them in a table.

33 Contact Expansion Module

Specifications

Details operating power, contact inputs, contact outputs, and communication interface.

Contact Inputs and Contact Outputs

Details the number of contact inputs and outputs for CEM-2020 and CEM-2020H.

Communications

Explains CAN bus communication setup for the contact expansion module.

Contact Inputs

Describes the 10 programmable contact inputs and their customizable labels.

Contact Outputs

Details the 24 or 18 programmable contact outputs and their current ratings.

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