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General| Brand | MR |
|---|---|
| Model | tapcon 240 |
| Category | Controller |
| Language | English |
Details about the company that produces the TAPCON® 240 voltage regulator.
Information regarding potential modifications to technical specifications without prior notification.
Statement on the technical file's incompleteness without supporting documentation.
Lists documents that apply to the product, including operating instructions and connection diagrams.
Instructions for keeping the technical file and supporting documents accessible.
Overview of symbols and textual emphasis used within the technical file.
Explains the system for displaying warnings and identifying hazards.
How information is presented to simplify understanding of procedures.
Explains the use of uppercase, bold, italics, and brackets in the text.
General advice on reading the technical file and paying attention to safety information.
Defines conditions for safe product operation and compliance with standards.
Describes uses considered inappropriate, such as operating in explosive areas.
Specifies that the product is for trained staff familiar with installation and operation.
Outlines responsibilities for preventing accidents, disruptions, and damage.
Lists the items included in the product delivery package.
Explains how TAPCON® maintains constant output voltage by comparing measured and reference voltages.
Details the control tasks and additional functions like integrated protective features and compensation.
Describes the available operating modes: Auto, Manual, and Remote.
Describes the physical construction and components of the TAPCON® 240.
Information about the location of the device's name plate.
Overview of the device's pushbuttons and their functions.
Identifies and explains the graphics display and LEDs on the device.
Details the COM 1 (RS232) interface for PC connection and parameterization.
Lists the various assemblies (cards) that can be fitted into the device.
Describes the SUH-P, SUM-P, and SUL-P power supply cards.
Explains the MI and MI3-G assemblies for measuring voltage and current.
Details the IO card and UC card for digital signal processing.
Describes the AD, AD8, and AN cards for analog signal processing.
Explains the AC card variants (AC115, AC230) for creating DC voltage.
Describes the function of the CPU card as the device's central computing unit.
Information on connecting the device using CIC cards for communication protocols.
Details on how the product is packaged for safe transit and storage.
Describes the packaging material, design, and load capacity.
Explains the shipping pictograms used for safe transport and storage.
Guidelines for checking shipments and handling potential damage.
Recommendations for selecting and setting up suitable storage locations.
Lists the necessary tools for mounting the device.
Describes different mounting variants like 19" frames and control panels.
Instructions on how to establish the electrical connection to the device.
Provides recommendations for selecting appropriate connection cables.
Guidelines for installing fiber-optic cables to ensure data transfer.
Notes on maintaining EMC standards during installation and wiring.
Specifies wiring requirements for the installation location to ensure EMC.
Details wiring requirements at the operating site, including cable routing.
EMC requirements for wiring within a control cabinet.
Guidance on proper CAN bus shielding to prevent damage.
Instructions for connecting cables to the system periphery.
General advice on wiring the device for better overview.
Steps to verify correct wiring and device functionality before commissioning.
Instructions on how to adjust the display contrast using an adjustment screw.
Overview of essential parameters to be set for device commissioning.
Procedure to set the display language from available options.
Steps to set the device's system date and time.
Guides on setting transformer data, NORMset, and control parameters.
Recommended tests to perform before switching to auto mode for proper operation.
Detailed steps for verifying the device's control functions like tap-changing.
Procedures to test functions like undervoltage, overvoltage, and line drop compensation.
Steps to test parallel operation, including sensitivity and blocking functions.
How to test the sensitivity of circulating reactive current for parallel operation.
Procedure to test the blocking limit for circulating reactive current.
Steps to test the tap synchronization method in parallel operation.
How to activate and deactivate the device's key lock feature to prevent unintended operation.
Overview of general settings available for the device.
Procedure to assign a unique 4-digit ID for device identification in software.
How to set the baud rate for the COM1 interface from available options.
How to set the units for voltage display and control parameters.
Setting the unit for overcurrent/undercurrent limit values (percentage or absolute).
How to set the duration of the switching pulse for the motor-drive unit.
Assigning functions to freely configurable control inputs.
Assigning messages to freely configurable output relays.
Activating or deactivating automatic display dimming to save power and extend life.
Setting and monitoring motor runtime to identify malfunctions and trigger actions.
Configuring how the device behaves during raise/lower tap changes.
Mode for quick voltage regulation setup, automatically adapting parameters to grid requirements.
Parameters required for the voltage regulation function.
Setting up to three desired voltage values for automatic voltage regulation.
Setting the maximum permissible deviation in measured voltage.
How to determine and set the required bandwidth based on transformer specs.
Procedure to set the determined bandwidth value.
How deviation from bandwidth is shown visually on the device display.
Setting delay time T1 to prevent unnecessary tap-change operations.
Setting the control response T1 to linear or integral.
Setting delay time T2 to compensate for large control deviations faster.
Setting active power-dependent adjustment of desired voltage values.
How to activate or deactivate the active-power-dependent desired value adjustment.
Setting the desired value to be used when measured active power is zero.
Setting max/min active power values for dependent desired value adjustment.
Setting parameters for limit value monitoring (relative or absolute).
Selecting between relative limit values (%) and absolute limit values (V).
Setting limit values for undervoltage to prevent tap-change operations during power cuts.
Setting the undervoltage limit value as a relative percentage.
Setting the undervoltage limit value as an absolute value in V or kV.
Setting the delay time for undervoltage relay activation and message display.
Setting how the device behaves when voltage falls below the undervoltage limit.
Setting limit values for overvoltage monitoring to return to desired status.
Setting the overvoltage limit value as a relative percentage.
Setting the overvoltage limit value as an absolute value in V or kV.
Setting limit value for overcurrent to prevent tap-changes during excess load.
Activating/deactivating monitoring for events outside bandwidth for over 15 mins.
Monitoring tap-change response by setting permissible consecutive RAISE operations.
Defining the maximum permissible number of consecutive RAISE operations.
Defining the time interval for monitoring consecutive RAISE operations.
Defining the blocking time after reaching max. consecutive RAISE operations.
Defining how RAISE operations are counted (reset on LOWER or continuous).
Restricting the range of tap positions in auto mode to prevent switching outside set limits.
Setting the minimum permissible tap position for auto mode.
Setting the maximum permissible tap position for auto mode.
Compensating for load-dependent voltage drop using R&X or Z compensation.
Compensating line voltage drops using ohmic and inductive calculations.
Setting the ohmic voltage drop component for line compensation.
Setting the inductive voltage drop component for line compensation.
Activating current-dependent voltage increase to keep consumer voltage constant.
Setting the calculated voltage increase (∆V) for Z compensation.
Defining the max. permissible voltage increase to avoid excess voltage on the transformer.
Reciprocal monitoring of two devices for compliance with voltage limit values via CAN bus.
Setting the desired voltage value for the device being monitored.
Setting the undervoltage limit value for the monitored device.
Setting the undervoltage limit value as an absolute value in V or kV.
Setting the overvoltage limit value for the monitored device.
Setting the overvoltage limit value as an absolute value in V or kV.
Setting the delay time for cross-monitoring error messages.
Setting transformer data for the device being monitored.
Setting transformation ratios and measuring setup for voltage and current transformers.
Setting the primary transformer voltage in kV.
Setting the secondary transformer voltage in V.
Setting the primary transformer current value.
Setting the current transformer connection for correct secondary current display.
Setting the phase difference for common transformer circuits.
Setting parameters for parallel transformer operation to increase throughput or short-circuit capacity.
Assigning a unique CAN bus address to each device for communication.
Selecting between circulating reactive current minimization or tap synchronization methods.
Selecting the circulating reactive current minimization method for parallel operation.
Setting sensitivity for circulating reactive current to adjust its effect on regulator behavior.
Setting the limit value for maximum permissible circulating reactive current.
Designating master and follower roles for tap synchronization in parallel operation.
Selecting parallel operation control type (existing unit or CAN bus).
Setting delay time for error messages to avoid brief fault reception.
Procedure to deactivate the parallel operation function.
Assigning lowest/highest tap positions to analog inputs for capture.
Setting the lower limit value for tap position based on signal range.
Configuring analog input by stating the lower limit value of the input signal.
Setting the upper value for tap position based on signal range.
Configuring analog input by stating the upper limit value of the input signal.
Assigning functions to the four free LEDs for event indication.
Using transducer modules to obtain measured values as analog values.
Assigning a measured value to be transferred to the measuring transducer output.
Assigning a minimum physical parameter to the measuring transducer output.
Assigning a maximum physical parameter to the measuring transducer output.
Assigning a minimum limit value to the transducer output as an absolute value.
Assigning a maximum limit value to the transducer output as an absolute value.
Configuring measured value memory settings for event memory and recorder function.
Setting the undervoltage threshold as a relative or absolute value.
Setting the overvoltage threshold as a relative or absolute value.
Setting the long-term memory interval for average value memory.
Configuring the size of the event memory which stores high-resolution data.
Accessing the time plotter function to view voltage and desired value over time.
How the time plotter function is displayed on the device.
Setting the time axis for the time plotter display.
Adjusting the voltage range displayed on the time plotter's grid lines.
Moving the sequence to a precise time to trace past voltage behavior.
Displaying sequences for a selected date to trace past voltage behavior.
Configuring the communication interface for the CIC card.
Selecting the communication port (RS232, RS485, Ethernet, Fiber-optic).
Setting the desired baud rate for the communication interface.
Assigning a network address (IPv4) for Ethernet connection.
Assigning a TCP port for connecting the device via Ethernet.
Setting transmission behavior for optical fiber connection (transmit LED logic).
Selecting the Modbus type (ASCII or RTU).
Assigning a SCADA address for communication via control system protocol.
Setting the SCADA address for the master station for data transmission upon restart.
Releasing unsolicited data transmission via DNP3 protocol upon event occurrence.
Setting max attempts for transmitting unsolicited messages if no release from master.
Defining time device waits for feedback from master device.
Setting send delay for RS485 interface to compensate for reaction time.
Configuring the communication interface for CIC2 for TAPCON®-trol software.
Selecting the communication port (RS232, Ethernet, Fiber-optic) for CIC2.
Setting the desired baud rate for the communication interface CIC2.
Assigning a network address (IPv4) for Ethernet connection via CIC2.
Assigning a TCP port for Ethernet connection via CIC2.
Setting send delay for RS485 interface via CIC2.
How to display device information such as model, version, and serial number.
Accessing the info screen to view device model, firmware version, serial number, etc.
How to view the current measured values displayed by the device.
Performing a test to check the functionality of the device's LEDs.
Querying the status of optocoupler inputs and outputs.
Querying the status of UC card signals, indicating input status with 1 or 0.
Resetting device settings to factory defaults and verifying parameter saving.
Displaying the device's real-time clock and operations counter.
Indicating regulator number and count of active parallel regulators.
Viewing CAN bus data of connected devices.
Displaying information about the long-term memory module.
Showing min/max measured voltage and tap positions since last reset.
Viewing SCADA connection information (protocol, data format, BOOT version) for CIC card.
Showing system messages such as undervoltage, overvoltage, or parallel operation faults.
Instructions for cleaning the device housing with a dry cloth.
Common faults, their causes, and remedies, e.g., no function or relay chatter.
Troubleshooting steps for when the device is not regulating in AUTO mode.
Faults related to keys, LEDs, display, and COM1 connection.
Troubleshooting for incorrect voltage or current readings, including wiring and connection issues.
Faults related to activating parallel operation or device listing on CAN bus.
Troubleshooting for incorrect step display or fluctuating tap positions.
Guidance on contacting support and providing necessary information for unresolved issues.
Overview of signal inputs, their inscriptions, and functions.
Overview of signal outputs (relays) and their corresponding causes or functions.
Lists event messages like Undervoltage, Overvoltage, and Parallel operation error.
Information on proper disposal of the device in accordance with European directives and national requirements.
A comprehensive list of device parameters, their setting ranges, factory, and current settings.
Details on the display and LEDs used for operation and messages.
Technical specifications for the SUH-P, SUL-P, and SUM-P power supply cards.
Technical specifications for MI and MI3-G assemblies for voltage and current measurement.
Technical data for digital inputs and outputs on IO and UC cards.
Technical specifications for AD, AD8, and AN cards for analog signals.
Technical data for AC-115 and AC-230 control voltage supply cards.
Technical data for the CPU card's interfaces.
Technical data for the CIC card's interfaces (RS232, RS485, RJ45, Fiber-optic).
Physical dimensions and weight of the device housing.
Permissible operating and storage temperature ranges.
Standards and tests related to electrical safety, EMC, and environmental durability.
Safety requirements and dielectric tests according to relevant standards.
EMC immunity and emission tests according to IEC and DIN standards.
Tests for degree of protection and resistance to cold, heat, and moisture.
Definitions of technical terms and abbreviations used in the manual.
An alphabetical index of keywords and their corresponding page numbers for quick reference.
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