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MDP
Digital Time Overcurrent Relay
Instruction Manual
MDP Revision: Rev. D
Manual P/N: GEK-100682D
Copyright © 2000 GE Power Management
GE Power Management
215 Anderson Avenue, Markham, Ontario
Canada L6E 1B3
Tel: (905) 294-6222 Fax: (905) 294-8512
Internet: http://www.GEindustrial.com/pm
Manufactured under an
ISO9002 Registered system.
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GE Power Management
Courtesy of NationalSwitchgear.com

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GE MDP Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandGE
ModelMDP
CategoryRelays
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Introduction to MDP Digital Time Overcurrent Relay

1.1 Product Description

Detailed overview of the MDP relay's functions and protection capabilities.

1.2 Order Codes

Explains the coding system for specifying MDP relay models and configurations.

1.3 Application

Discusses use cases for time-overcurrent relays and specific MDP relay characteristics.

1.4 Interference Suppression Ground Connection

Details the proper grounding procedure for interference suppression.

1.5 Technical Specifications

Lists electrical, burden, environmental, accuracy, and output specifications.

1.6 Ranges and Settings

Outlines available ranges for current, time delay, pickup, and curve selection.

Operating Principles

2.1 Inputs and External Inputs

Explains how secondary current is converted and describes external input functions.

2.3 Communications Port

Details the procedure for installing or replacing a communications upgrade card.

2.4 Measurement

Explains how phase and ground current measurements are taken and displayed.

2.5 Inverse Time Unit

Describes the inverse time unit operation and its five time curves.

2.6 Instantaneous Unit

Explains the instantaneous unit operation, including pickup and time delay.

2.7 Changing Settings

Provides instructions and warnings for modifying relay settings using DIP switches.

2.8 Settings Details

Details settings for pickup, time dial, curve selection, IOC delay, and output configuration.

2.9 Display and Reset

Explains how to interpret the relay's display and reset the unit.

2.10 Self-Test and Error Routines

Describes the relay's self-testing procedures and error reporting mechanisms.

Construction

3.1 Description

Describes the relay's construction, including cradle assembly and connection plugs.

3.2 Displays

Explains the meaning of the eight LEDs on the front panel for indicating relay status.

3.3 Receiving, Handling, and Storage

Provides guidelines for safe receiving, handling, and storage to prevent damage.

Installation and Maintenance

4.1 Installation

Details requirements for installing the relay, including location, mounting, and drilling.

4.2 Periodic Checks and Routine Maintenance

Emphasizes the importance of periodic testing and refers to acceptance tests.

Periodic & Acceptance Tests

5.1 Description

Outlines the purpose of inspection and acceptance tests upon relay receipt.

5.2 Visual Inspection

Guides on checking the nameplate and physical condition of the relay.

5.3 Inverse Time Unit Tests

Details verifying phase pickup calibration and operating time.

5.4 Instantaneous Unit Tests

Describes verifying the pickup and operating time of the instantaneous unit.

5.5 Ground Unit Tests

Instructs to repeat tests for the ground unit, applying ground settings.

MDP-LINK Software

6.1 Overview

Introduces MDP-LINK software and interface capabilities via RS232/RS485.

6.2 System Requirements

Lists minimum PC hardware and software requirements for running MDP-LINK.

6.3 General Operation

Explains mouse/keyboard usage, menu navigation, and dialog box interaction.

6.3 List Boxes

Describes how to navigate and select items within list boxes in MDP-LINK.

6.3 Entering Text and Numbers

Details the keyboard keys used for entering and editing text and numbers.

6.4 Main Menu

Outlines the main menu items and their associated hot keys in MDP-LINK.

6.5 Relay Functions

Details functions like login, logout, and requesting relay data.

6.5 Request Relay Data

Explains how to display, print, or file current relay values.

6.5 Request Fault Data

Details how to display, print, or file data for the last fault.

6.5 Reset Fault Data

Describes how to clear fault data stored in the relay.

6.5 Breaker Status

Explains how to display, print, or file the breaker status input.

6.5 Trip Breaker

Describes how to operate the K1 and K2 output relays to trip the breaker.

6.5 Close Breaker

Describes how to operate the K4 output relay to close the breaker.

6.6 Local Functions

Allows temporary exit to DOS prompt for executing commands.

6.7 Setup

Covers settings for communication port, dial type, and modem connection time.

6.7 Relay Parameters

Allows changing communication parameters for a specific relay unit.

6.7 Add Relay to List

Explains how to add a new relay unit description and its parameters to the configuration file.

6.7 Delete Relay from List

Describes how to delete a relay unit description from the configuration file.

6.7 Display Mode

Allows changing display colors for compatibility with different monitor types.

6.7 Memory Available

Displays the amount of available memory while MDP-LINK is running.

6.8 Help

Provides access to a selection of help topics for MDP-LINK.

6.9 Exiting MDP-LINK

Details the procedures for safely exiting the MDP-LINK software.

Modbus Protocol

7.1 Description

Introduces the Modbus protocol interface for the MDP relay system.

7.2 Overview

Explains how the Modbus interface module communicates with the relay and software.

7.3 Modbus Commands

Describes the Modbus commands for reading registers and forcing coils.

7.5 Coil Commands

Lists commands for controlling breaker trip and close operations via Modbus.

7.6 Event Handling

Explains how asynchronous events are logged and managed by the MDP relay.

MDP FAQ

A.1 Frequently Asked Questions

Provides answers to common questions regarding setting, measurement, and status.

Change Notes

B.1 Revision History

Lists the manual's revision history, including part numbers, revisions, and dates.

B.2 Additions to MDP Manual

Details additions made to the manual in specific sections across revisions.

B.3 Changes to MDP Manual

Summarizes major updates and corrections made to the manual in the latest revision.

Warranty Information

GE Power Management Relay Warranty

Outlines warranty terms, conditions, and limitations for GE Power Management relays.

GE Power Management Website

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