Woodward GCP-31 Series - User Manual

37240C
GCP-30 Series
Genset Control
Application
Software Version 4.3xxx
Manual 37240C

Woodward GCP-31 Series Specifications

General

Operating Temperature	-40 to 70 °C (-40 to 158 °F)
Communication Protocols	Modbus RTU
Display	LCD
Applications	Generator control
Engine Compatibility	Diesel, Gas
Metering	Frequency
Protection	Over/Under Voltage, Over/Under Frequency, Overcurrent

Summary

Chapter 1. General Information

Chapter 2. Applications Interfaces

Configuration via RS-232

Configuring the GCP using an interface cable and software via RS-232.

Conversion CAN to USB

Connecting GCP-30 units to a PC via a CAN/USB adapter for configuration.

Connection via GW4;RS-232 LDP

Using GW4 Gateway for RS-232 LDP connection to configure GCP units.

Connection via GW4;RS-422 LDP

Utilizing GW4 Gateway for RS-422 LDP connection for remote configuration.

Using a GSM Modem

Establishing cellular connection for remote monitoring and alarms via GSM modem.

Using a Fixed-Network Modem

Establishing stationary phone connection for remote control using a landline modem.

Modbus Connection via GW 4

Communicating with GCP units using Modbus protocol via GW4.

Profibus Connection via GW 4

Connecting GCP units to a Profibus DP based PLC using GW4.

Chapter 3. Special Applications

Disable Emergency Power via Discrete Input

Disabling emergency operation using a discrete input on terminal 68.

Analog Controller Output Value in Initial Position

Setting analog controller output values for initial controller position.

Start-Up Synchronization; Unexcited Start-Up

Realizing start-up synchronization for multiple gensets with GCP-30 functions.