Icar RPC 8BGA User Manual

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11. Waveform page
12. Expandability
12.1. Additional resources
12.1.1. Communication
13. Inputs, outputs, internal variables, counters,
analog inputs
14. Limit thresholds (LIMx)
26. Measure table for Limits / analog outputs
27. Commands menu
28. Installation
1. Introduction
The 8BGA automatic power factor controller unit has been designed to offer state-of-the-art functions for power factor
compensation applications. Built with dedicated components and extremely compact, 8BGA combines the modern design of
the front panel with practical installation and the possibility of expansion from the rear, where the modules with additional
functions can be slotted. The LCD screen provides a clear and intuitive user interface.
2. Description
 Automatic power factor controller with 8 built-in relays for control/command of the capacitors banks, expandable to 16
relays.
 128x80 pixel, backlit LCD screen with 4 grey levels.
 5 navigation keys for function and settings.
 Red LED indicate alarm or abnormal status.
 10-language text for measurements, settings and messages.
 Expansion bus with 4 slots for expansion modules:
o RS232, RS485, USB, Ethernet, Profibus, GSM/GPRS communications interface
o Additional digital I/O, static or relay outputs
o Additional analog I/O for PT100 temperature, current, voltage.
 Capability to operate with several units interconnected in Master / Slave mode:
o Maximum configuration: 1 Master + 8 slave.
o Max 32 step total.
o Max 16 step each unit.
o Step can be paralleled.
 Advanced programmable I/O functions.
 Fully user-definable alarms.
 High accuracy TRMS measurement.
 3-phase + neutral mains voltage reading inputs.
 3-phase current reading inputs.
 Front optical programming interface: galvanically isolated, high speed, waterproof, USB and WiFi compatible.
 Calendar-clock with energy reserve.
 Memorization of last 250 events.
3. Front keyboard
Key □ - Used to call up the main menu and to confirm a choice.
▲ and ▼ keys - Used to scroll through the display pages or to select the list of options in a menu.
◄ key - Used to decrease a setting / selection or to exit a menu.
► key - Used to scroll through any sub-pages, or to increase a setting.
4. Front LEDs
4.1. Alarm LED (red) – Flashing, indicates an active alarm.
Optical
programming
interface
Navigation
panel for
measures
and menu
Backlighted
LCD display

Icar RPC 8BGA Specifications

General

Brand	Icar
Model	RPC 8BGA
Category	Controller
Language	English