Modul CCR MCR 5000

Instruction Manual
AM.06.350e-JB Edition 4.1
Microprocessor controlled
Constant Current Regulator
Type
MCR 2.5kVA to 30kVA
J-Bus remote control
AM 06.350e-JB Edition 4.1
Record of Change AM 06.350e-JB – Multiplex:J-Bus
Revision Description Editor Checked Date

1.0 First edition TXA RB
2.0 Update to software version 1.21 TXA RB 2/ 98
2.1 Introduction of RV - DV terminals and Cut-out SCO TXA RB 5/ 98

Last digit of the MCR code number = “1”
2.2 Update to software version 1.23 PC: 1.24 (concerning TXA RB 7/ 98
LFD – calibration)
New contactors on power modules
3.0 New layout and modifications regarding circuit selector DSE RB 3/99
(CSM)
Software version 2.00
3.1 DSE RB 8/00
3.2 Revised housing and power transformer MCR 4 up to DSE RB 10/00

10kVA
New output current measurement transformer LFD
(T.I.2)
New software version J-Bus EPROMS SVR
4.1 Revised housing and power transformer MCR 4 up to DT MR 03/02
30kVA
Update spare parts EV 04/03
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Please, read this carefully before installing the MCR!
Safety
Regulatory safety precautions are applicable in some countries, on some
precautions sites; in absence of such legal prescriptions, the operating and maintenance
personnel should refer to the FAA Advisory Circular AC 150/5340-26
"Maintenance of Airport Visual Aid Facilities" for instructions on safety
precautions. Personnel must observe the safety regulations at all times.
While every practicable safety precaution has been incorporated in this
equipment, the following rules must be strictly observed.
Keep away
Operating and maintenance personnel must at all time observe all safety
from live regulations. Do not change neither lamps nor components or make
circuits adjustments inside equipment with the light circuit energised.
See FAA Advisory Circular AC 150/5340-26 concerning safety precautions.
Resuscitation
Operating and maintenance personnel should familiarise and keep
themselves trained in the resuscitation techniques found in the First Aid
Instruction Manual.
Electrostatic
Modules and components susceptible to electrostatic damage
Discharge
ESD Electronic modules and components should be touched only when this is
unavoidable e.g. soldering, replacement,…
A human being must first of all eliminate electronic charges from his own
body just before touching an electronic module or component.
The easiest way of discharging a human being's body is to touch a
conductive earthed object.
Electronic modules or components must not be brought in contact with highly
insulating materials such as plastic sheets, synthetic fibre clothing,…
They must be laid down on conductive surfaces.
The tip of the soldering iron must be earthed.
Electronic modules and components must be stored and transported in
conductive packing.
Please, read this carefully before installing the MCR!
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Use
This Instruction Manual is the property of
restriction
notice n.v. ADB s.a.
585, Leuvensesteenweg
B-1930 Zaventem - Belgium
Tel 32 2 722 17 11 Fax 32 2 722 17 64
http://www.atd.siemens.de/airports
This manual or parts thereof may not be reproduced, stored in a retrieval
system, or transmitted, in any form or by any means, electronic, mechanical,
photocopying, recording, nor otherwise, without ADB's prior written consent.
Guarantee N.V. ADB S.A. guarantees that the performance of the inset lights described
in this manual, when sold by ADB or its licensed representatives, meets the
requirements of ICAO Annex 14 volume 1 and FAA specification AC
150/5345-46.
Any defect in design, material or workmanship, which may occur during
proper and normal use over a period of one (1) year from date of shipment,
will be repaired or replaced by ADB free of charge, ex works. Operational
failure resulting from lamp burnt out, improper maintenance or installation,
damage due to runway maintenance equipment, snow ploughs or aircraft
arresting gear hooks is not considered a result of proper use and is beyond
the scope of the warranty.
Warranty does not cover natural wear and tear nor damage arising after
delivery owing to faulty or negligent handling, excessive strain, unsuitable
materials for Operation, deficient civil engineering Work, unsuitable soil
conditions, and such chemical, electrochemical or electrical influences as
were not assumed at the time of the Contract.
All liability for consequences of any inexpert alterations or repairs carried out
by Purchaser or a third party shall be waived.
N.V. ADB S.A. shall in no event be liable to Purchaser for any further claims,
particularly claims for damages not affecting the goods themselves.
The above constitutes the limits of ADB’s liabilities in connection with the
inset lights covered by this manual.
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Table of content
Section 1 General Information and Requirements 9

1.1 Introduction 9
1.2 Technical Description 10
1.2.1 Technical Data 10
1.2.2 Output circuit values 10
1.2.3 Current regulation limits 11
1.2.4 RV-DV terminals and Cutout SCO 11
1.2.5 Power factor and efficiency 12
1.2.6 Lightning protection 13
1.3 Basic configurations 14
1.3.1 General View 14
1.3.2 MCR 2.5 kVA rated 15
1.3.3 MCR 4 to 10 kVA rated 16
1.3.4 MCR 12.5 to 30 kVA rated 18
1.3.5 Power modules KSR 43 A and KSR 110 A 20
1.3.6 Control module 22
1.4 Brightness steps 25
1.5 Monitoring functions. 26
1.6 Multiplex Remote Control and monitoring 27
1.6.1 General 27
1.6.2 Connection 27
1.6.3 Straps and dip-switches 28
1.6.4 Interface module 30
1.7 Earth Fault Detector module (Option) 35
1.8 Lamp Fault Detector module (Option) 36
1.9 Cutout SCO (Option) 38
1.10 Time counter (Option) 39
1.11 Equipment required for installation, start-up and troubleshooting but not supplied 40
1.12 Equipment supplied 41
1.13 Name Plate 42
Section 2 Installation 43
2.1 Introduction 43
2.2 Installation 44
2.3 Electrical connection 46
2.4 Starting procedure 52
2.4.1 Tap selection 54
2.4.2 Tap wiring 59
2.5 Reparations and modifications 62
2.5.1 Replacement of modules 62
2.5.2 Replacement of EPROMs 63
Section 3 Maintenance 64
Section 4 Troubleshooting 65
Section 5 Parts list 74
Section 6 Drawings 84
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Section 7 PC control and monitoring 95

7.1 Installation of the PC and the software 96
7.1.1 Overview 96
7.1.2 How to connect the PC to the regulator 96
7.1.3 How to install and set-up the software 97
7.2 Running the program 101
7.2.1 Overview 101
7.2.2 Configuration and config.file 101
7.2.3 Logging and log file 102
7.2.4 MCR Database 103
7.3 How does the program run 104
7.4 Menu description 110
7.4.1 Overview 110
7.4.2 F1 Help 111
7.4.3 F2 Log: Display and logging of events 111
7.4.4 F3 PC Control 112
7.4.5 F5 Set-up MCR: configuration 114
7.4.6 F6 EFD: Set-up for earth fault detector 125
7.4.7 F7 LFD: Burnt lamps detector 128
7.4.8 F8 Power Monitoring 131
7.4.9 F10 Exit 131
7.5 Calibration 132
7.5.1 Overview 132
7.5.2 How to calibrate the LFD module 133
7.5.3 How to calibrate the EFD module 135
7.5.4 How to calibrate the MCR 136
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Section 8 J-Bus - Software 137

8.1 Introduction 137
8.2 The J-Bus protocol 139
8.2.1 Overview 139
8.2.2 Structure of a message 140
8.2.3 Functions 141
8.2.4 Exception Message 142
8.3.1 Overview 143
8.3.2 The piggyback board 144
8.3.3 Database 146
8.3.4 Master Software (proposal) 148
8.4.1 Overview 150
8.4.2 Control sources and parameters 151
8.4.3 Dual Bus Control Arbitration 156
8.4.4 Control arbitration in Stopbar mode 158
8.4.5 Control arbitration in Normal mode 159
8.5 Parameters 160
8.5.1 Overview 160
8.5.2 BUS A Diagnostic counters 161
8.5.3 BUS B Diagnostic counters 162
8.5.4 Diagnostic subfunctions 163
8.5.5 MCR status 165
8.5.6 Error codes 168
8.5.7 Control parameters. 169
8.5.8 Preset parameters 169
8.5.9 Command parameters 171
8.5.10 Output Current parameters 173
8.5.11 Mains parameters 175
8.5.12 CCR Identification 176
8.5.13 EFD parameters 177
8.5.14 LFD parameters 179
8.5.15 BUS A and piggyback parameters 180
8.5.16 MCR display parameters 181
8.5.17 Calibration parameters 182
8.5.18 BUS B parameters 183
8.5.19 Circuit Selector parameters 184
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Table of Pictures
FIG 1-1: POWER FACTOR AND EFFICIENCY FOR A MCR RATED 30 KVA 12
FIG 1-2: MCR STAND-ALONE UNIT 14
FIG 1-3: MCR 2.5 KVA 15
FIG 1-4: MCR 4-10 KVA 16
FIG 1-5: MCR 4 TO 10 KVA WITH EFD MODULE FRONT VIEW - OPEN 17
FIG 1-6: MCR 4 TO 10 KVA REAR VIEW - OPEN 17
FIG 1-7: MCR 12.5-30 KVA 18
FIG 1-8: MCR 12.5 TO 30KVA WITH EFD & LFD MODULES FRONT VIEW - OPEN 19
FIG 1-9: MCR 12.5 TO 30KVA REAR VIEW - OPEN 19
FIG 1-10: POWER MODULE KSR 110 A (DOUBLE EUROCARD 6U HIGH) 20
FIG 1-11: POWER MODULE KSR 43 A (DOUBLE EUROCARD 6U HIGH) 20
FIG 1-12: MODULE DE PUISSANCE KSR 43 A 21
FIG 1-13: MODULE DE PUISSANCE KSR 110 A 21
FIG 1-14: CONTROL MODULE (DOUBLE EUROCARD 6U HIGH) 22
FIG 1-15: MCR FRONT PANEL WITH MULTIPLEX REMOTE CONTROL CONNECTORS 23
FIG 1-16: MULTIPLEX REMOTE CONTROL CONNECTION ON THE REAR SIDE 30
FIG 1-17: MULTIPLEX CONNECTION BETWEEN MCR’S (CHANNEL A - 4 WIRES CONNECTION) 31
FIG 1-18: EARTH FAULT DETECTOR MODULE (MCR 12.5 TO 30 KVA) 35
FIG 1-19: LAMP FAULT DETECTOR MODULE (MCR 12.5 TO 30KVA) 37
FIG 1-20: MCR NAME PLATE 42
FIG 2-1: INSTALLATION OF MCR, MINIMUM CLEARANCE WALLS 44
FIG 2-2: DETAIL OF A TYPICAL INSTALLATION 45
FIG 2-3: CONNECTING A 2.5KVA MCR 48
FIG 2-4: CONNECTING A 4 TO 10 KVA MCR (SERIES CABLE, SUPPLY CABLE AND REAR REMOTE
CONTROL CABLES) 49
FIG 2-5: CONNECTING A 4 TO 10 KVA MCR (SERIES CABLE, SUPPLY CABLE AND REAR REMOTE
CONTROL CABLES) WITH CUTOUT SCO 49
FIG 2-6: CONNECTING A 12.5 TO 30 KVA MCR (SERIES CABLE, SUPPLY CABLE AND REAR
REMOTE CONTROL CABLE) - FRONT VIEW 51
FIG 2-7: CONNECTING A 12.5 TO 30 KVA MCR- REAR VIEW 51
FIG 2-8 : 2.5 KVA POWER TRANSFORMER TOP VIEW 59
FIG 2-9 : TAP ADAPTATION MCR 4 TO 10 KVA 60
FIG 2-10 : TAP ADAPTATION MCR 12.5 TO 30 KVA 60
FIG 2-11: TAP WIRING 61
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Table of Tables
TABLE 1-1: MCR OUTPUT CIRCUIT VALUES 10

TABLE 1-2A: MULTIPLEX REMOTE CONTROL RELATED COMMANDS. 32
TABLE 1-2B: MULTIPLEX REMOTE CONTROL BACK INDICATIONS. 33
TABLE 1-3: COMPATIBILITY OF SOFTWARE VERSIONS. 41
TABLE 2-1: MAIN SUPPLY CABLE SECTIONS, FUSES, POWER MODULE,… 47
TABLE 2-2: MAXIMUM VOLTAGES (V RMS) FOR EACH TAP, EACH POWER AND OUTPUT
CURRENT. 54
TABLE 2-3: TAP TO CHOOSE, FOR EACH POWER, DEPENDING ON THE MEASURED PRIMARY
VOLTAGE. 56
TABLE 3-1: PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE. 64
TABLE 4-1: REGULATOR DOES NOT TURN ON. 67
TABLE 4-2: REGULATOR TURNS ON BUT DE-ENERGISES SUDDENLY. 68
TABLE 4-3: REGULATOR DOES NOT PRODUCE NOT THE REQUESTED OUTPUT CURRENT. 69
TABLE 4-4: HOW TO INTERPRET THE INDICATIONS ON THE FRONT PANEL. 70
TABLE 4-5: LED’S INFORMATION. 71
TABLE 4-6: OVERVIEW OF THE FUSES. 73
TABLE 5-1: POWER MODULES AND COMPONENTS. 75
TABLE 5-2: CONTROL MODULES AND COMPONENTS. 76
TABLE 5-3: POWER COMPONENTS. 78
TABLE 5-4: SPARE PARTS FOR EFD OPTION (SEE FIG 1-5 AND 1-8). 79
TABLE 5-5: SPARE PARTS FOR LFD OPTION (SEE FIG 1-5 AND 1-8). 79
TABLE 5-6: EPROMS WITH BASIC MCR SOFTWARE. 80
TABLE 5-7: FLOPPY DISC WITH PC SOFTWARE. 81
TABLE 5-8: SINGLE J-BUS EPROMS. 82
TABLE 5-9: DUAL J-BUS EPROMS. 82
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1 Section 1
General Information and Requirements
1.1 Introduction
The MCR The ADB MCR is a microprocessor controlled Constant Current Regulator
specially designed for the supply of airport lighting series loops at various
intensity levels.
Purpose This instruction manual provides general information about installation,

operation, troubleshooting and maintenance. It also contains a parts list.
Scope This manual covers the ADB MCR microprocessor controlled Constant
Current Regulator manufactured in full compliance with:
• ICAO: Aerodrome Design Manual, Part 5 paragraphs 3.2.1.4/5/6
• FAA : AC 150/5345-10E and L829
• European: EMC EN 50081-2 and EN 50082-2 for industrial environments
• France: STNA approved.
Operation The constant current regulators are designed for use in airport series lighting
limits circuits.
They are designed to meet the requirements of the various specifications
mentioned above.
Operation outside the design limitations of these specifications may result in
degradation of performance, damage or failure of regulator components or
hazardous conditions.
All regulators are designed for indoor operation, at an ambient temperature
from -20°C (-40°C on special request) up to +55°C.
All the regulators are air cooled without fans.
Using the regulator at ambient temperatures out of the specified range could
cause damage. Good ventilation shall be provided specially when operation
near the maximum temperature limit is expected.
EMC - According to EN50081-2, para. 7.1, the MCR regulator will not be used in
conformity residential, commercial and light-industrial environment.
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1.2 Technical Description
1.2.1 Technical Data
Rated powers 2.5/ 4/ 5/ 7.5/ 10/ 12.5/ 15/ 20/ 25/ 30 kVA.
Rated input voltages 220/ 230/ 240/ 380/ 400/ 415 V (±15%) (*)
Rated frequencies: 50/ 60 Hz (± 5%).
Series circuit current: Standard 6.6 A; also 20 A for 25 and 30 kVA.
Remote control and Multiplex: industrial field bus (J-Bus)
monitoring
* 25 and 30kVA, only with 380 - 415V
1.2.2 Output circuit values
Table 1-1 Table 1-1: MCR output circuit values
Rated Output Max. RMS Dielectric test Max. open Max. open
powers current output on output circuit RMS circuit peak
(A) voltage circuit - V - (1) output volt.(2) voltage (3)
2.5 kVA 6,6 378 1895 530 750

4 kVA 6,6 606 3030 850 1200
5 kVA 6,6 757 3790 1060 1500
7,5 kVA 6,6 1136 5680 1590 2250
10 kVA 6,6 1515 7575 2120 3000
12.5 kVA 6,6 1894 9470 2650 3740
15 kVA 6,6 2272 11360 3180 4490
20kVA 6,6 3030 15150 4240 5990
25kVA 6,6 3788 18940 5300 7490
30kVA 6,6 4545 22730 6360 8990
25kVA 20 1250 6250 1750 2470
30kVA 20 1500 7500 2100 2970
1 50 Hz- RMS voltage during 1 min

2 Under worst condition, considered 1.4 times max. RMS output volt.
3 Same conditions as above
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1.2.3 Current regulation limits
Limits The current regulation is guaranteed within the limits of ± 1%, in the following
conditions.
Conditions • from short circuit to full load

• for nominal input voltage within ± 15 %
• for ambient temperatures from -20° up to +55°
• for an altitude range from 0 (sea level) to 1000 metres
• for a relative humidity range of 10 %RH to 95 %RH without condensation
• up to at least 30% of lamps transformers with an open circuit in their
secondary side, for a load ranging from at least half-load to full-load.
Limitations • operation from -5% to -15% of nominal input voltage with full load can
cause too low output current at maximum brightness step.
• operation at +15% of the nominal input voltage will be restricted to
maximum 1-hour period to avoid over-heating or over-stressing of the
components.
Readjustment Although the nominal input voltage is factory-wired some re-adjustments are
possible in the ranges 220 up to 240V and 380 up to 415 (420V): consult
factory.
1.2.4 RV-DV terminals and Cutout SCO
RV-DV If the last digit of the code number of your MCR is “1” or above, this means
that it is equipped with RV-DV terminals and, optionally, with a SCO cutout.
The interlocking of the SCO Cutout microswitch and the MCR RV-DV
terminals allows to energise the regulator after the Cutout contacts are
engaged and to de-energise the regulator before the Cutout contacts are
totally opened.
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1.2.5 Power factor and efficiency
FAA The power factor and the efficiency are in accordance to or better than the
Accordance FAA specifications.
Power Factor At nominal input power, nominal resistive load and maximum brightness:
• powers up to 10 kVA: 0.90
• powers above 10 kVA: 0.95
Efficiency At nominal input voltage and resistive load and max. brightness: 90 to 92%.
Taps By means of output taps on the secondary (high voltage) side of the power
transformer (PT) the power factor can be optimised versus the actual load at
full brightness. The following taps are provided:
• actual load between 100% and 82% of nominal (8/8)
• actual load between 81% and 71% of nominal (7/8) (*)
• actual load between 45% and 33% of nominal (4/8)
* : not on MCR 2.5kVA
Benefits of • the power factor will be optimised

Taps • the main input current will decrease
• the harmonic content in the main input current and in the output current
will decrease
• the maximum output voltage in case of open-circuit will be lower
• the maximum possible output current in case of catastrophic thyristor
failure (short circuit) will be limited
• the power losses will decrease.
Example Taps
2/8 3/8 4/8 6/8 7/8 8/8
100% Efficiency
90
80 Power Factor
70
60
50
40
Load
12 25 37 50 75 87 100%
Fig 1-1: Power factor and efficiency for a MCR rated 30 kVA
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1.2.6 Lightning protection
General Lightning is a natural phenomenon that varies in intensity and frequency

depending on the geographic location.
Therefore the need for additional lightning protection on an installation has to
be examined.
Output The lightning arrestors LA1 and LA2 (fig 1.3, 1.5 and 1.8) on the output
voltage surge terminals of the series circuit protect the output of the MCR.
protection
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1.3 Basic configurations
1.3.1 General View
Description Each stand-alone MCR will accept, in one enclosure, a power module
KSR43A or KSR110A (as required) fitted with the control module, a fused
input switch (in the low voltage unit), and the high voltage components (in the
high voltage unit). The stand-alone regulators have standard lifting lugs and
optional rolling castors.
Picture Fig 1-2: MCR stand-alone unit
1 2
Low Voltage Unit 3
High Voltage Unit

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Part Function
1 Power Module KSR 110 A (para. 1.3.5)
2 Control Module (para. 1.3.6)
3 Fused input switch
4 Time counter
5 High voltage compartment
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1.3.2 MCR 2.5 kVA rated
Format Width 19”

Height 6U (267 mm)
Since the output voltage is limited to 380V, all components are housed in
one common compartment.
Technical data
Rated power 2.5 kVA.

Rated input voltages 220/ 230/ 240/ 380/ 400/ 415 V (±15%)
Series circuit current: 6.6 A
monitoring
Dimensions 440 645
267
SELECT
ON
FAULT
FAULT
FAULT
LOCAL
RESET
REM
OFF
S1
S2
S3
S4
S5
S6
S7
S8
X
1
X
3
X
2
Picture Fig 1-3: MCR 2.5 kVA
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1.3.3 MCR 4 to 10 kVA rated
Format 411 x 606 x 1260 mm (Width x depth x height)
Technical data
Rated powers 4/ 5/ 7.5/ 10 kVA.
Rated input voltages 220/ 230/ 240/ 380/ 400/ 415 V (±15%)
Series circuit current: 6.6 A
monitoring
Dimensions 411 606
1260
100
Picture Fig 1-4: MCR 4-10 kVA
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1.3.3 MCR 4 to 10 kVA rated, Continued
Pictures Fig 1-5: MCR 4 to 10 kVA with EFD Module Front View - Open
Power Module KSR 43 A

Fused Input Switch
Control Module
Name Plate
Choke L1
Lamp Monitor Transformer (option LFD)
Output Voltage Transformer TP1 (option LFD)
Output Current Transformer TI 1
Earth Fault Detection Module (option EFD)
Lightning Arrestors LA1 – LA 2

Series Cable Terminal
With central Earth Terminal
Terminal Identification Label
S6 through S1 Tap
Adaptation to actual load
Fig 1-6: MCR 4 to 10 kVA Rear View - Open
Main Supply terminals with

Earth Terminal
RV-DV terminals
Interface module
Output Transformer
Ground Stud M6
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1.3.4 MCR 12.5 to 30 kVA rated
Format 611 x 606 x 1260 mm (Width x depth x height)
Technical data
Rated powers 12.5/ 15/ 20/ 25/ 30 kVA.
Rated input voltages 220/ 230/ 240/ 380/ 400/ 415 V (±15%) (*)
Series circuit current: Standard 6.6 A; also 20 A for 25 and 30 kVA.
monitoring
* 25 and 30kVA, only with 380 - 415V
Dimensions 611 606
SELECT
ON
FAULT
FAULT
FAULT
LOCAL
RESET
REM
OFF
S1
S2
S3
S4
S5
S6
S7
S8
X
1
X
3
X
2
1260
Picture Fig 1-7: MCR 12.5-30 kVA
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1.3.4 MCR 12.5 to 30 kVA rated, Continued
Pictures Fig 1-8: MCR 12.5 to 30kVA with EFD & LFD Modules Front View - Open
Name Plate
Lamp Monitor
Transformer TI 2 (option LFD)
Output Current
Transformer TI 1
Earth Fault Detection
Module (option EFD)
S6 through S1 Tap
adaptation to actual load
Lightning Arresters
LA1 - LA2
Output Voltage
Transformer TP1 (option LFD)
Fig 1-9: MCR 12.5 to 30kVA Rear View - Open
Main Supply Terminals

with Earth Terminal
“I t”
RV - DV Terminals
Interface module
Output transformer
Ground Studs M6
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1.3.5 Power modules KSR 43 A and KSR 110 A
Schema Refer to ADB drawing 3229.10.462
Principle The complete power range from 2.5 to 30 kVA is based on two easily
replaceable power modules, one for max. 43 A (KSR 43 A) and the other for
max. 110 A (KSR 110 A).
These modules are installed in the low voltage unit of the MCR.
Pictures Fig 1-10: Power Module KSR 110 A (Double Eurocard 6U High)
F1 F2
267 mm
x
1
x
3
x
2
244 mm
Fig 1-11: Power Module KSR 43 A (Double Eurocard 6U High)
F1 F2
267 mm
x
1
x
3
x
2
122 mm
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1.3.5 Power modules KSR 43 A and KSR 110 A, Continued
KSR 43 A Fig 1-12: Power module KSR 43 A
P2
P7
1 2 5 3 4 6 7
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KSR 110 A Fig 1-13: Power module KSR 110 A
F1 F2
P2
MCR-110A
P7
1 2 5 3 4 6
Legend
Part Function
1 Auxiliary fuses F1 and F2
2 Dual in/out terminals
3 Thyristor pack THP1
4 Thyristor trigger and contactor on/off control PCB
5 2-pole contactor K
6 Auxiliary supply transformer T1
7 Plugs P2 and P7 for the Control Module
8 Input current transformer Tin
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1.3.6 Control module
General The module with the on-board microprocessor controls and monitors the
operation of the regulator
Picture Fig 1-14: Control Module (Double Eurocard 6U high)
167 mm
x
1
x
1
x
3
x x
2 1
45,72 mm
Additional • Piggy-back PCB for multiplex remote control, with two DB9 front
piggy-back connectors on the front panel.
PCB's • Piggy-back PCB for Lamp Fault detection (option LFD)
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1.3.6 Control module, Continued
Front panel Fig 1-15: MCR Front Panel with multiplex remote control connectors
Display Selection
CCR-ON
I-Fault 2
Earth Fault
Lamp Fault
Local Operation
7
6
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1.3.6 Control module, Continued
Front panel: 1. 4 digits multiple info alphanumerically display; with the “display select”
legend push button, the values that can be selected are:
• output current,
• brightness step,
• % of maximum output load (option LFD),
• output voltage (option LFD),
• number of failed lamps (option LFD),
• circuits identification,
• series circuit insulation value (option EFD),
• lamp test.
2. Led's for information about the status of the regulator:
• CCR ON,
• I-fault,
• Earth-fault (option EFD),
• Lamp fault (option LFD),
• Local operation.
3. Reset button,
4. Remote, Off, brightness step 1 to 8 drum selector,
5. DB9-male connector for connection to a PC (X1),
6. Two DB9-female multiplex remote control connectors (XA and XB)
7. DB25-male connector (X2) for feedback signals (current, LFD and EFD)
duplicated to P7 on the rear (ADB-use),
8. Fixing screws.
Drum selector During switch over from one brightness step to another it is possible that,
due to an intermediate position, the output current has a totally different
value or that the regulator switches off.
The output current will however never be higher than the maximum value.
If the drum selector is handled in a normal way this situation will not occur.
For all the local selections above the maximum step (e.g. position 4 for a 3
brightness steps regulator) the output current will equal the maximum step.
The drum selector has no end position. It can be switched, without any
danger, from position 8 to the position "remote control".
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1.4 Brightness steps
Introduction The regulator is delivered with factory programmed default brightness values.
Each brightness step can be re-adjusted between the maximum and the
minimum current value with the PC software.
Default values The table below shows the current values for each brightness step in
function of the number of steps.
Imax (A) 6.6

Imin (A) 1.8
Brightness step Nr of steps
Drum selector 3 4 5 6 7 8
Fig 1-15
1 4.8 3.3 2.8 2.7 2.2 2.8
2 5.5 4.4 3.4 3.4 2.8 3.1
3 6.6 5.5 4.1 3.9 3.4 3.4
4 “ 6.6 5.2 4.5 4.1 3.9
5 “ “ 6.6 5.4 5.2 4.6
6 “ “ “ 6.6 6.4 5.5
7 “ “ “ “ 6.6 6.4
8 “ “ “ “ “ 6.6
Imax (A) 20
Imin (A) 5.5
Brightness step Nr of steps
Drum selector 3 4 5 6 7 8
Fig 1-15
1 14.5 10 8.5 8.2 6.7 8.5
2 16.7 13.3 10.3 10 8.5 9.4
3 20 16.7 12.4 11.8 10.3 10.3
4 “ 20 15.8 13.6 12.4 11.8
5 “ “ 20 16.4 15.8 13.9
6 “ “ “ 20 19.4 16.7
7 “ “ “ “ 20 19.4
8 “ “ “ “ “ 20
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1.5 Monitoring functions.
Output current The MCR creates an alarm (indicated by the led “I fault” and on the 4 digits
monitoring for display ("I<<") on the front panel) and switches off when the output current
open circuit drops below the minimum output current. The restart of the MCR is only
possible after troubleshooting and reset (reset button on the front panel).
Output current The MCR creates an alarm (indicated by the led “I fault” and on the 4 digits
monitoring for display ("I>>") on the front panel) and switches off when the output current
over current is higher than one of the two preset levels and after the corresponding time-
delay of each level. The restart of the MCR is only possible after
troubleshooting and reset (reset button on the front panel).
Mains supply Undervoltage: If the mains supply voltage drops below a certain (user-
voltage adjustable) level, the MCR switches off.
monitoring When the mains supply voltage has reached a higher (user-adjustable)
level, the MCR restarts automatically.
Overvoltage: An alarm will be generated when the mains supply voltage
reaches a (user-adjustable) level.
Capacitive With an open circuit on long screened series cables the output current, due
output current to cable capacitance, may remain above the open circuit threshold level
monitoring thus inhibiting the operation of the open circuit shut down.
The MCR creates an alarm (indicated by the led “I fault” and on the 4 digits
display ("I<<") on the front panel) and switches off during open circuit shut
down. The restart of the MCR is only possible after troubleshooting and
reset (reset button on the front panel).
Monitoring of The control module monitors the conduction angle of the thyristor.
the output If the conduction angles of both thyristors are not equal, the MCR switches
current for off (indicated by the led “I fault” and on the 4 digits display "ASY" on the
asymmetry front panel). The restart of the MCR is only possible after troubleshooting
and reset (reset button on the front panel).
Monitoring of In case of overload the output current cannot be guaranteed by the MCR,
overload the reaction of the MCR can be programmed by the user with the PC
software. The default reaction is not to switch off the MCR!
The alarm is indicated by the blinking led “I fault” on the front panel.
Monitoring of A fast response network fires back the thyristors if the peak value of the
output current output current reaches a value greater than twice the maximum peak value
surge in normal operation. The thyristors remain in the off-state for several periods
limitation and the firing angle then goes smoothly from zero back to the normal value.
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1.6 Multiplex Remote Control and monitoring
1.6.1 General
Basis The multiplex version is possible thanks to the integration of a

microprocessor into the control module.
It uses an industrial field bus with hardware according to RS485 and JBUS
protocol.
J-Bus piggy The additional piggy-back PCB for J-Bus remote control is mounted onto the
back PCB basic print PCB1364 of the control module.
The use of the piggy back PCB 1432 is required (in stead of the
previous PCB1398):
• when the MCR operates with a circuit selector CSM
• with the redundant J-Bus (dual J-Bus) software version 2.00 or higher
Operation Operation is possible with a single J-Bus or a dual J-Bus version.

The dual J-Bus makes the control system fully redundant up to the CCR.
Master/ Slave A MCR is always a “slave” on the bus. There can be a maximum of 31 MCR’s
on one bus section with one common “bus master”.
CSM circuit The circuit selector has to be considered as an extension of the MCR.
selector The control messages to and the back-indications from the CSM are
transferred through the dedicated serial link (RS485) between the CSM logic
board PCB1433 and the J-bus interface PCB1432.
The MCR and the CSM circuit selector must have the BUS remote control
system!
1.6.2 Connection
Front or rear Front: Two DB9-female connectors (XA and XB of fig 1-15) on the front panel
connection of the control module.
Rear: Four DB9 connectors on the interface module: one male(P3) and one
female(P1) for channel “A” and one male(P4) and one female(P5) for channel
“B” or two DB9-female connectors (XA and XB of fig 1-15) on the front panel of
the control module.
The channels are galvanically insulated from the MCR circuitry and from each
other.
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1.6.3 Straps and dip-switches
Slave number Hex value of the switches on dip-switch SW1 “Slave address”
Switch Hex value

1 1
2 2
3 4
4 8
5 16
6 32
7 64
8 128
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1.6.3. Straps and dip-switches, Continued
Straps on PCB1398 / PCB1432
PCB1398 PCB1432
Strap Strap Function
W1 No function
J6 W2 2 or 4 wires transmission / Channel B
If strap is placed this corresponds to 2 wire transmission,
thus transmission as well as reception messages are
passing over lines E+ / E-. ( In this case each slave
receives also the answers from the other slaves )
Without strap the transmission happens over 4 wires:
Transmission over E+/E- and reception over lines R+/R-.
J5 W3 Line termination resistor / Channel B–Transmission
If strap is placed a line termination resistor of 150 ohm is
connected to the line.
J4 W4 Line termination resistor / Channel B–Reception
J3 W5 2 or 4 wires transmission / Channel A
If strap is placed this corresponds to 2 wire transmission,
thus transmission as well as reception messages are
passing over lines E+ / E-. ( In this case each slave
receives also the answers from the other slaves )
Without strap the transmission happens over 4 wires :
Transmission over E+/E- and reception over lines R+/R-.
J2 W6 Line termination resistor / Channel A–Transmission
J1 W7 Line termination resistor / Channel A–Reception
Line The line termination resistors (150 to 850 Ohm) (Straps W3, W4, W6, W7 on
termination PCB1432 or J1, J2, J4, J5 on PCB1398) are only to be placed on the
resistors PCB1432 / PCB1398 of the MCR’s, which are at the extremities of the line, to
prevent line reflections to occur.
In case of a 2 line system only the straps of the used channel are to be
placed.
- BUS A: W6 and W7 / J1 and J2
- BUS B: W3 and W4 / J4 and J5
Take care that only the line termination resistors at the end of the line are
placed. When other straps are also placed, the signals on the line are
weakened. This can cause an incorrect functioning of the MCR!
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1.6.4 Interface module
Picture Fig 1-16: Multiplex Remote Control connection on the rear side
flat cable to the remote control piggy back on control module
REM. CONTR
TELECOM.
DB9 connector
INPUT
ALIM.
RV
DV
Ground The ground connections of the serial bus RS485 (DB9/3) power supply must
connection be interconnected between all the MCR’s.
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1.6.4. Interface module, Continued
Cable Fig 1-17: Multiplex connection between MCR’s (Channel A - 4 wires connection)
configuration
MCR : Previous MCR :
Interface module PCB1399 Interface module PCB1399
for rear connection for rear connection
Ea+ Ea+
1 1
Ea- Ea-
2 2
DB 9 Male GND-A GND-A DB9 Female

3 3
connector connector
P3 Ra+ Ra+ P1
6 6
Ra- Ra-
7 7
Ea+ Ea+
1 1
Ea- Ea-
2 2
DB9 Female GND-A GND-A DB9 Male

3 3
connector connector
P1 Ra+ Ra+ P3
6 6
Ra- Ra-
7 7
Next MCR :
Interface module PCB1399
for rear connection
Channel B The same configuration as for channel A.

Only the connectors on the PCB 1399 are different:
P1 → P5
P3 → P4
2 wires Only terminals 1, 2 and 3 to be connected.

connection
Front The wire of the previous and to the next MCR have to be soldered on the
connection same pin of connector XA for channel A and XB for channel XB.
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Table 1- 2 a Table 1-2a: Multiplex Remote Control related commands.

Operations Related commands
MCR To go to step n or OFF
To RESET alarms
To shut down
EFD To disable/ enable the EFD monitor
To define EFD alarm levels 1 and 2
To measure insulation continuously or intermittently
To RESET activated EFD alarm levels
To activate EFD Ohm-test
LFD To disable/enable the LFD monitor
To define LFD alarm levels 1 and 2
To define VA drop alarm levels 1 and 2
To put the LFD in degraded mode
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Table 1- 2 b Table 1-2b: Multiplex Remote Control back indications.
Functions back indications

Output current Current output current
Currently active step
MCR switched OFF for overcurrent
MCR switched OFF for open circuit
MCR is in overload
Output current not correct
Output current unstable
Shut down command is too long
Output current crest factor is too high
Output current asymmetric threshold activated
Maximum output current
MCR is set for n steps
Individual step values
Overcurrent level 1 value and delay time
Overcurrent level 2 value and delay time
Asymmetric level value and delay time
MCR set to switch OFF if overload
Step settling speed
Step settling time
Feedback signal connector is not present (front connector
X2- if required- see rep 7 Fig 1-15)
Power supply Input current
Nominal Input voltage
Current Input voltage
Too low Input voltage setting
Input voltage is too low-MCR switched OFF
Minimum Input voltage to switch the MCR on again after
switch OFF for too low voltage
Too high Input voltage setting
Input voltage is too high
Input voltage is unstable
Input power
Input frequency
Thyristor conduction angle
Switch-on delay after a short supply voltage interruption
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Table 1- 2 b Table 1-2b: Multiplex Remote Control back indications (continued)
Functions back indications

JBUS External JBUS operation parameters
(JBUS master <--> JBUS slave = MCR)
Internal to MCR JBUS operation parameters
The MCR is in LOC, PC or REM control
Position of the LOC selector switch
MCR identification
MCR serial number
MCR EPROM software version
Last Save to EEPROM date and time
JBUS EPROM software version
The MCR is a NORMAL/ STOPBAR MCR
LOC control is allowed/ inhibited
Default output current maintained on JBUS communication
failure
JBUS communication failure threshold time
Maintain current or go to Default output current on JBUS
communication failure
EFD option EFD option is installed
The EFD module is enabled/disabled
The EFD measures continuously or intermittently
Time between measurements for intermittent operation
EFD alarm level 1 and 2
EFD alarm level 1 activated
EFD alarm level 2 activated
EFD Ohm test is activated
EFD Minimum leakage level out of range
EFD Maximum leakage level out of range
Current value of the 500V.DC
EFD 500V.DC generator out of range
The EFD is in the 0 to 20µA or in the 0 to 200µA scale
Current insulation resistance value
LFD option LFD option installed
LFD is/ is not calibrated
LFD is enabled/ disabled
Quantity of burnt lamps
Burnt lamps alarm levels 1 and 2
Burnt lamps alarm level 1 activated
Burnt lamps alarm level 2 activated
VA.drop alarm levels 1 and 2
VA.drop alarm level 1 activated
VA.drop alarm level 2 activated
Output voltage
Output power
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1.7 Earth Fault Detector module (Option)
Principle The earth fault detector module measures the insulation resistance between
the series circuit and the ground or the cable screen with the regulator
switched to the supply, even when not running. A stabilised, current limited,
500 V DC voltage is applied between the series circuit and the ground or
cable screen, irrespective of the operating voltage, via a high voltage
resistor. The insulation resistance is determined from the resulting leakage
current.
Measurement The measurement range is from 6.3 kOhm to 0.5 GOhm. The insulation
range resistance can be displayed on the front panel display.
2 levels Two alarm levels are available. Each level can be set in a range from 6,3
kOhm to 150 Mohm.
Alarm If the insulation value drops below the alarm level, the “earth-fault” led on the
front panel is activated and a back indication signal is generated towards the
remote control. If the insulation, then, increases above that level the alarm
remains latched. The reset is possible with the “RESET” button on the front
panel or via a remote control command.
PC-settings For the settings and calibration, refer to section 7: F6.
Picture Fig 1-18: Earth Fault Detector module (MCR 12.5 to 30 kVA)
EFD components
(with logic print)
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1.8 Lamp Fault Detector module (Option)
Theory The Lamp fault detector module (LFD) measures the reactive power required
to saturate the unloaded lamptransformers of the series loop by integrating
the series loop voltage (obtained through the voltage transformer) during a
measuring window (derived from the unloaded current transformer mounted
in the regulator enclosure).
The measured voltage with all the lamps of the series loop intact is
compensated to obtain a zero volt reading.
With a defined number of lamps in open circuit the module can be calibrated
to obtain a read-out corresponding to the number of lamps de-activated.
Restrictions To obtain acceptable measurements by the LFD :

• All lamp transformers have to be of the same rating and type because the
LFD detects unloaded lamp transformers, not lamp power. This means
also that defective lamps shorted out by cut-outs will not be detected.
• Low reactive and constant loadings:
The cable capacitance toward ground should be less than 1µF and
should be equally distributed over the loop. (Note: The cable
capacitance towards ground can be checked. A resistance and a multi-
meter with an internal resistance of 10M-Ohm are connected via the
500V DC-source of the EFD to the output of the MCR. After
disconnecting the 500V DC-source of the EFD the discharging time from
400V DC to 147V DC is measured. The measured voltage should
decrease in about 10 seconds for a cable capacitance of 1µF from 400V
DC to 147V DC (=0,37x400). If the initial voltage would be already
dropped to 330V DC this means that the cable leakage resistance equals
about 10M-ohm. The discharge time in this case will be about 5 seconds
for a cable capacitance of 1µF).
• No non-linear loads (guiding signs, Brite, serial to parallel adapter,...).
Poor contacts at primary or secondary of lamp transformers will also
cause arcing and non-linear loading.
• Single configurations per circuit (no circuit selectors or switching, variable
loads...).
Tolerances If the above mentioned restrictions are fulfilled, the obtained tolerance will
be:
• for 0 to 5 burnt lamps : + 1 lamp
• for 6 to 10 burnt lamps: + 2 lamps.
PC-settings For the settings and calibration refer to section 7: F7.
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1.8 Lamp Fault Detector module (option), Continued
Picture Fig 1-19: Lamp Fault Detector module (MCR 12.5 to 30kVA)
Lamp Monitor
Transformer T.I.2
Output Voltage
Transformer T.P.1
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1.9 Cutout SCO (Option)
Cutout SCO As an option, the regulator MCR can be delivered with a cutout SCO
mounted onto the bottom part of the rear panel.
The purpose is to isolate safely the series circuit from the CCR during
maintenance or testing operations. It also allows periodical isolation
resistance measurement series circuit to ground without disconnecting the
series cable.
Refer to instruction manual AM.06.455e.
Mode of The table below describes the different working positions.

operation
Switch off the constant current regulator before manipulating the cut out.
Position A Position B Position C

Mode of Allows the Maintenance The series circuit insulation versus ground
operation regulator to deliver can be done can be measured by applying the
current to the safely on the measurement voltage, max. 9000 V DC,
series circuit series circuit between the measurement terminal (7)
and the ground strip
Diagram
Microswitch Microswitch Microswitch
Series CCR Series

Series CCR Circuit
CCR Circuit
Circuit
Measurement
Ground Ground socket
Cover
Handle horizontal turned 90° ccw. turned 90° cw. from position A
from position A
The series circuit connected to the shorted and disconnected from the CCR, shorted and
is CCR grounded connected to the measurement terminal
The CCR is delivering current shorted and shorted and grounded
to the series circuit grounded
The microswitch activated and not activated activated and allows the regulator to be
(2) is allows the CCR to and inhibits the ON
be ON CCR to be ON
The cover can be locked by can be locked can be locked by the key
the key by the key
1. The position of the cover intermediate between B and C, i.e., turned 180° from
position A, cannot be used and the cover cannot be plugged into the body.
2. An activated microswitch means that the normally open contact is closed and that
the normally closed contact is open. For interlocking with the CCR, only the
normally open contact will be used.
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1.10 Time counter (Option)
Time counter As an option, the regulator MCR can be delivered with a time counter “ON”
mounted on the right front panel of the low-voltage compartment (see fig
1.2).
The time counter “ON” starts counting as soon as the MCR is switched ON,
independent of the brightness step.
When the MCR operates with a CSM circuit selector, no time counters
are allowed on the MCR.
Nevertheless, the option time counter is available on the CSM!
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1.11 Equipment required for installation, start-up and troubleshooting but not
supplied
Tools 1 True RMS Voltmeter (preferable: 5000V AC scale with isolating transformer).
1 Multimeter
1 Ohmmeter "Megger" 5000V insulated
1 Clamp or A-meter true RMS scale 10 and 30Amps
1 Complete set of tools for electrician and mechanic (no special tool required)
Connection • Remote control cable N x 0,8mm dia.(between regulator and marshalling

equipment panel or control desk)
• Remote control cable N x 0,8mm dia. (between regulator and circuit selector
if any).
• Earthing wire (if not included in supply cables)
• Feeder cable
• Series loop supply cable.
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1.12 Equipment supplied
Packaging Each unit is individually packaged in a durable crate.
Floppy A Floppy-disc with the communication program between the MCR and the
PC can be ordered.
Section 7 shows how to install the program and explains the functions of the
software.
Take care that the software version is compatible with the version of the
basic MCR software. (see table 1.3).
Table 1- 3 Table 1-3: Compatibility of software versions.
compatible with
Basic MCR software version of PC version of J-Bus
version software on floppy software
disc Single Dual
1.02 1.04 --- ---
1.05 1.04 --- ---
1.08 1.08 1.00 ---
1.10 1.11 1.01 ---
1.11 1.11 1.02 ----
1.12 1.12 1.02 ----
1.21 1.21 1.21 1.21
1.22 1.21 1.21 1.21
1.23 1.24 1.21 1.21
2.00 2.00 2.03* 2.03*
*Version 2.03 replaces version 2.00 & 2.01 and is full compatible to these
latter ones.
Only version 2.03 is available as spare part.
Ordering For information about ordering codes and ADB part numbers, refer to:
codes Section 5 Parts list and spare parts.
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1.13 Name Plate
Picture Fig 1-20: MCR Name Plate
Rep Function Rep Function

a Supply voltage f Type of remote control
b Max. input current h Options
c Output power i Serial number
d Nominal output current j Bar code = code n°
e Max. output voltage
Values
Output Power Output current Supply Voltage
c d a b e
2.5 kVA 6.6 A 220/ 230/ 240 14 378
4 kVA 6.6 A 220/ 230/ 240 22 606
5 kVA 6.6 A 220/ 230/ 240 28 757
7.5 kVA 6.6 A 220/ 230/ 240 41 1136
10 kVA 6.6 A 220/ 230/ 240 54 1515
12.5 kVA 6.6 A 220/ 230/ 240 67 1894
15 kVA 6.6 A 220/ 230/ 240 77 2272
20 kVA 6.6 A 220/ 230/ 240 103 3030
2.5 kVA 6.6 A 380/ 400/ 415 8 378
4 kVA 6.6 A 380/ 400/ 415 13 606
5 kVA 6.6 A 380/ 400/ 415 17 757
7.5 kVA 6.6 A 380/ 400/ 415 24 1136
10 kVA 6.6 A 380/ 400/ 415 31 1515
12.5 kVA 6.6 A 380/ 400/ 415 39 1894
15 kVA 6.6 A 380/ 400/ 415 45 2272
20 kVA 6.6 A 380 60 3030
20 kVA 6.6 A 400/ 415 57 3030
25 kVA 6.6 A 380/ 400/ 415 75 3788
30 kVA 6.6 A 380/ 400/ 415 88 4545
25 kVA 20 A 380/ 400/ 415 75 1250
30 kVA 20 A 380/ 400/ 415 88 1500
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2 Section 2
Installation
2.1 Introduction
Introduction This section provides instructions for the installation of the MCR regulators.
Refer to the substation drawings and specifications for the specific installation
instructions.
Unpacking Unpack the crate upon receipt and examine the regulator to insure that no
damage has occurred during shipping. Note any exterior damage to the crate,
which might lead to detection of equipment damage. When handling the
regulator care should be taken to maintain the regulator in the upright position.
If damage to any equipment is noted, a claim form should be filed with the
carrier immediately. The inspection of the equipment by the carrier may be
necessary.
Installation The regulator will be installed in a well-ventilated room with sufficient clearance
criteria for personnel to inspect and maintain the regulator.
The installator should refer to the specific installation plan for implantation.
The series cut-outs and the circuit selector (if any) are generally also installed
in the same room (refer to appropriate manual).
For special models, refer also to the appropriate manuals (outside, portable,
rack-mounted version).
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2.2 Installation
Regulator If the regulator is equipped with castors, it can simply be pushed to the right
with wheels location in the substation, provided the floor is flat.
Adequate precautions should be taken to avoid overbalancing the regulator if
there are obstacles on the floor such as wires or small unevenness.
Note that the 4 to 10 kVA regulators do not have a square footprint.
Regulator The regulator can be lifted by the lifting lugs on the top (see fig 1-2). Always
without use the 4 lifting lugs to lift it.
wheels
Ventilation Air outlet grids are provided at the rear and the top; air inlet grids, at the
bottom and the front of the regulator.
To avoid overheating of CCR-components, take care never to obturate these
ventilation grids.
Fig. 2-1 gives the position of the regulator with regard to the minimum
clearance necessary to have good ventilation. Side by side, the regulators
have to remain to a minimum of 5 cm from each other.
Fig 2-1: Installation of MCR, minimum clearance walls
Air exhaust
Min 50 cm to the wall
Front side
Rear
side
Air intake
Air
exhaust
Air intake
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2.2 Installation, Continued
Removable • 2.5 kVA: top and rear panels

panels • 4 to 10 kVA: top, front and rear panels
(MCR with serial number up to ?? also left and right panel)
• 12.5 to 30 kVA: top, front and rear panels.
The top, front and rear panels have ventilation grids or slots.
When the top panel is re-installed, care should be taken to position the
ventilation slots correctly:
• 4 to 10 kVA: the slots must be above the thyristor cooling fin,
• 12.5 to 30 kVA: the slots must be above the thyristor cooling fin and the
series choke.
Each removable panel is grounded with a green/ yellow wire with a fast-on
connector. This wire must be disconnected before taking the panel away and
it is mandatory to re-connect it on the panel when re-installed.
Cutout SCO As an option, the regulator MCR can be delivered with a cutout SCO
mounted onto the bottom part of the rear panel.
Refer to the instruction manual AM.05.455e for more information about it.
Picture Fig 2-2: detail of a typical installation
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2.3 Electrical connection
Warning Personnel qualified to work on high voltage equipment should

perform installation and operation.
Before connection, check if the regulator supply voltage
corresponds to the local supply.
Panels to For connecting the supply, output and remote control cables,
remove • 2,5 kVA: remove top and rear panel
• 4 to 10 kVA: remove the front and rear panels
(MCR with serial number up to ?? only rear panel)
• 12.5 to 30 kVA: remove the front and rear panels.
Refer to the previous page for the precautions to take.
Grounding Although the supply cable includes a ground wire, additional safety
grounding is required. Use the ground studs M6 on the rear/ bottom of the
regulator (see Fig 1-6 and Fig 1-9). The grounding wire will have at least 16
mm² and be as short as possible.
Main supply The minimum section of the main supply cable (see table 2.1) is valid under
cable following conditions:
• Mean ambient temperature of 35°C

• PVC insulated cables
• Cable separation at least 1x the cable diameter
• Cable length from the low voltage distribution board to the MCR is about
15m.
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2.3 Electrical connection, continued
Table 2-1 Table 2-1: Main supply cable sections, fuses, power module,…
INPUT SUPPLY VOLTAGE 220/230/240V

Output Power Fuse in fused I in Section Strip- Section Strip- external
power module switch supply ping earth ping fuse
(kVA) Rating Type wire (mm) wire (mm)
mm² mm²
2.5 KSR 43A 20 A Neozed 14 4 16 4 16 25 A
4 KSR 43A 25 A Neozed 22 6 16 6 16 35 A
5 KSR 43A 35 A Neozed 28 10 16 10 16 50 A
7.5 KSR 43A 50 A Neozed 41 16 16 16 16 63 A
10 KSR 110A 63 A Neozed 54 25 22 16 18 80 A
12.5 KSR 110A 80 A NH00 67 35 22 16 18 100 A
15 KSR 110A 100 A NH00 77 35 22 16 18 100 A
20 KSR 110A 125 A NH00 103 50 22 25 18 125 A
25 / / / / /
30 / / / / /
INPUT SUPPLY VOLTAGE 380V

mm² mm²
2.5 KSR 43A 20 A Neozed 8 4 16 4 16 25 A
4 KSR 43A 20 A Neozed 13 4 16 4 16 25 A
5 KSR 43A 20 A Neozed 17 4 16 4 16 25 A
7.5 KSR 43A 25 A Neozed 24 6 16 6 16 35 A
10 KSR 43A 35 A Neozed 31 10 16 6 16 50 A
12.5 KSR 43A 50 A Neozed 38 16 18 16 18 63 A
15 KSR 43A 50 A Neozed 45 16 18 16 18 63 A
20 KSR 110A 80 A NH00 60 25 22 16 18 80 A
25 KSR 110A 80 A NH00 75 35 22 16 18 100 A
30 KSR 110A 100 A NH00 88 50 22 25 18 125 A
INPUT SUPPLY VOLTAGE 400/415V

mm² mm²
2.5 KSR 43A 20 A Neozed 8 4 16 4 16 25 A
4 KSR 43A 20 A Neozed 13 4 16 4 16 25 A
5 KSR 43A 20 A Neozed 17 4 16 4 16 25 A
7.5 KSR 43A 25 A Neozed 24 6 16 6 16 35 A
10 KSR 43A 35 A Neozed 31 10 16 6 16 50 A
12.5 KSR 43A 50 A Neozed 38 16 18 16 18 63 A
15 KSR 43A 50 A Neozed 45 16 18 16 18 63 A
20 KSR 110A 63 A NH00 57 25 22 16 18 80 A
25 KSR 110A 80 A NH00 75 35 22 16 18 100 A
30 KSR 110A 100 A NH00 88 50 22 25 18 125 A
2.3 Electrical connection, Continued
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MCR 2.5kVA Fig 2-3: Connecting a 2.5kVA MCR
Main supply terminals with earth

terminal “INPUT”
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MCR Fig 2-4: Connecting a 4 to 10 kVA MCR (series cable, supply cable and rear remote
4 to 10 kVA control cables)

RV- DV terminals
Remote control cable

multiplex rear connection
Stress relieve cable clamps
Supply cable
Rear remote control cable
Series cable terminal with central

earth terminal (OUT 2-GRND-OUT 1)
S6 through S1 tap adaptation

to actual load
Terminal identification label
Fig 2-5: Connecting a 4 to 10 kVA MCR (series cable, supply cable and rear remote
control cables) with cutout SCO

RV – DV terminals
Interlock cable
Supply cable
Rear remote control cable
Series cable
If the series cable is screened or armored it is mandatory to connect the

screen or the armature to the ground inside or outside the regulator.
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MCR Fig 2-6: Connecting a 12.5 to 30 kVA MCR (series cable, supply cable and rear remote
12.5 to 30 kVA control cable) - Front view
S6 through S1 tap adaptation

to actual load
Series cable
Fig 2-7: Connecting a 12.5 to 30 kVA MCR- Rear view

RV- DV terminals
Supply cable
Interlock cable

Supply and rear remote

control cable
Series cable
• If the series cable is screened or armoured it is mandatory to connect the

screen or the armature to the ground inside or outside the regulator.
• Connect the series cables to the lightning arrestors; do not remove the
other wires connected to them (Stud diameter = 10 mm).
• See previous page for connection with a cutout.
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2.4 Starting procedure
Caution Read the safety instructions and check if the installation complies with para.
2.3. Do the following preliminary checks:
• grounding
• main supply cable, routing, wiring and voltage
• series circuit cable, routing, wiring and insulation resistance to earth.
• remote control cable, routing, wiring and voltage.
Procedure The first start-up will be done in local control only (drum selector on front
panel of control module). It is advised, as far as possible, to disconnect the
remote control.
Step Action
1 Open the fused input switch (Fig 1-2) and put the drum selector (Fig 1-
15) in the OFF position.
2 Disconnect the series circuit (if already connected) and short the output
terminals. Measure the output current with an AC current clamp around
the shorting wire. Warning: High voltage!
3 Switch ON the regulator supply on the low voltage distribution board and
measure the input voltage on the main supply terminals (Fig 2-3, 2.4, 2.5
and 2-7). The measured voltage must match the input voltage indicated
on the nameplate within -5 to +10%.
4 Check if the input fuses are correctly positioned. . Notice that the fused
switch cannot be closed if the fuses are not the correct size, not present
or not correctly positioned (these last remarks in case of fuses Neozed).
5 With the drum selector still in the OFF position, close the fused input
switch. The display on the control module will indicate “0.00” (output
current) and the green “ON” led and the yellow “LOCAL” led will be lit.
If the EFD module is present the EFD-LED will flash as long as the EFD-
reading is not available (depending on the setting of the EFD, Start-up
delay)
6 Turn the drum selector to position B1 and measure the output current
with the external A-meter and compare it with the indication on the
display. Repeat the same for all each brightness step by turning the
drum selector through positions B1 to B8.
The value of the actual output current depends on the number of
programmed steps (see para. 1.4)
7 Switch OFF the regulator by turning the drum selector CCW (counter
clock wise) to the OFF position and open the fused input switch. If the
EFD module is present the EFD-LED will flash as long as the EFD-
reading is not available (depending on the setting of the EFD, Start-up
delay)
8 Remove the short circuit on the output and switch the regulator ON
(close the fused switch and turn the drum selector to position B1). The
main contactor will switch ON and after a short period OFF. The display
will indicate “I<<“ and the led “I fault” on the control module lights up,
indicating an open series circuit.
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9 Switch OFF the regulator by turning the drum selector CCW (counter
clock wise) to the OFF position and open the fused input switch.
Connect the series circuit to the regulator. Switch ON the regulator and
check the output current. Check that the maximum output current is not
less than 6.6 A (or 20A).
Unless the maximum output current has been reprogrammed, failure to
reach that current indicates a too high series circuit load or a too low
main supply voltage. Switch off the MCR.
With the maximum output current, check that the main input voltage is
not less than the 95% of the nominal value.
10 Proceed with the adaptation of the output transformer secondary taps to
the actual load. (para. 2.4.1)
11 Calibration of the EFD and LFD option (if installed).(see section 7)
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2.4.1 Tap selection
Target Adaptation of the regulator to the installed load by using the right tap
combination.
Three 1. Measurement of the output voltage directly on the output terminals.

methods are Warning: High Voltage!
possible 2. Measurement of the primary voltage on the output transformer
3. Use of the MCR parametrisation software information.
Preliminary For each method a preliminary visual check will be made on the series circuit.
check Switch ON the CCR at a convenient brightness and check that all the lamps of
the circuit operate. If not, take corrective actions until all lamps are OK.
Check that the mains voltage is at its nominal value.
First method Output voltage measurement
Step Action
1 Switch ON the MCR to the maximum brightness step 6.6A or 20A
2 Measure the RMS output voltage at the output terminals after
about 10 minutes. Determine the correct tap using table 2.2 -
choose the tap with the nearest higher voltage than the measured
RMS output voltage.
Switch off the MCR and wire the chosen tap (see par 2.4.2).
Warning: High Voltage!
3 Switch ON the regulator at the maximum brightness for about 10-
min. and check that the output current is not below the maximum
value. If the output current is too low, wire to the next higher tap.
4 Close the MCR taking into account the requirements given in par.
2.2.
Table 2 - 2 Table 2-2: Maximum voltages (V RMS) for each tap, each power and output current.
PWR/ Iout Tap 8/8 7/8 6/8 4/8 2/8
2.5 kVA/ 6.6A 378 - - 190 -
4 kVA/ 6.6A 606 530 450 300 150
5 kVA/ 6.6A 757 660 565 375 185
7.5 kVA/ 6.6A 1136 990 850 565 280
10 kVA/ 6.6A 1515 1320 1130 755 375
12.5 kVA/ 6.6A 1894 1650 1410 940 465
15 kVA/ 6.6A 2272 1980 1695 1130 560
20 kVA/ 6.6A 3030 2645 2260 1505 745
25 kVA/ 6.6A 3788 3305 2825 1880 935
30 kVA/ 6.6A 4545 3965 3390 2255 1120
25 kVA/ 20A 1250 1090 930 620 310
30 kVA/ 20A 1500 1310 1120 745 370
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2.4.1 Tap selection, Continued
Second Measurement of the primary voltage on the output transformer

method
Step Action
1 Remove the front panel of the power module (KSR43A or
KSR110A) by loosening the 5 screws.
F1 F2
5 screws to
remove
x
1
x
3
x
2
Do not lose the pin washers, they must be put in place again.
2 Switch ON the regulator to the maximum brightness step.
3 After about 10 minutes, measure the voltage on the terminals
labelled “OUT1” and “OUT2” of the power module.
4 Switch OFF the MCR. Using the table 2.3, select and wire (see
par 2.4.1 and 2.4.2) the tap to be used.
5 Once the taps had been wired, switch ON the regulator again at
the maximum brightness for about 10 minutes and check that the
output current is not below the maximum value. If the output
current is too low, wire to the next higher tap.
6 Close the MCR taking into account the requirements given in
para. 2.2.
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Table 2 - 3 Table 2-3: Tap to choose, for each power, depending on the measured primary voltage.
2.5 kVA Supply voltage Use TAP

220 230 240 380 400 415
Measured voltage
199-175 208-183 217-191 343-301 360-316 378-332 8/8
100-51 104-53 108-55 171-87 180-91 189-96 4/8
Supply voltage Use TAP

4 kVA
220 230 240 380 400 415
Measured voltage
199-175 208-183 217-191 343-301 360-316 378-332 8/8
174-150 182-157 190-164 300-258 315-271 331-285 7/8
149-101 156-105 163-109 257-172 270-181 284-190 6/8
100-51 104-53 108-55 171-87 180-91 189-96 4/8
50-0 52-0 54-0 86-0 90-0 95-0 2/8
Supply voltage Use TAP

5 kVA 220 230 240 380 400 415
Measured voltage
199-176 208-184 217-192 343-302 360-318 378-334 8/8
175-151 182-158 191-164 301-259 317-273 333-287 7/8
150-101 157-105 163-110 258-173 272-182 286-191 6/8
100-51 104-53 109-55 172-87 181-91 190-96 4/8
50-0 52-0 54-0 86-0 90-0 95-0 2/8
7.5 kVA Supply voltage Use tap

220 230 240 380 400 415
Measured voltage
201-177 210-185 219-193 347-304 365-320 383-336 8/8
176-152 184-159 192-165 303-261 319-275 335-289 7/8
151-101 158-106 164-111 260-174 274-184 288-193 6/8
100-51 105-54 110-56 173-88 183-92 192-97 4/8
50-0 53-0 55-0 87-0 91-0 96-0 2/8
Supply voltage Use tap

10 kVA
220 230 240 380 400 415
Measured voltage
200-176 210-185 220-193 346-303 366-321 386-339 8/8
175-151 184-158 192-166 302-260 320-275 338-290 7/8
150-101 157-106 165-111 259-174 274-184 289-194 6/8
100-51 105-53 110-56 173-87 183-92 193-97 4/8
50-0 52-0 55-0 86-0 91-0 96-0 2/8
Continued on next page
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Table 2-3 Table 2-3: Tap to choose, for each power, depending on the measured
primary voltage.
12.5 kVA Supply voltage Use tap

220 230 240 380 400 415
Measured voltage
200-185 210-193 220-201 346-320 366-335 386-351 8/8
184-159 192-166 200-173 319-274 334-288 350-301 7/8
158-101 165-105 172-110 273-173 287-182 300-191 6/8
100-52 104-54 109-57 172-89 181-94 190-99 4/8
51-0 53-0 56-0 88-0 93-0 98-0 2/8
15 kVA Supply voltage Use tap

220 230 240 380 400 415
Measured voltage
212-186 221-194 230-202 364-320 383-336 401-352 8/8
185-160 193-167 201-173 319-274 335-288 351-302 7/8
159-104 166-111 172-116 273-183 287-192 301-201 6/8
106-54 110-56 115-58 182-92 191-97 200-101 4/8
51-0 55-0 57-0 91-0 96-0 100-0 2/8

20 kVA 220 230 240 380 400 415
Measured voltage
211-185 221-195 223-204 368-323 384-337 405-355 8/8
184-159 194-167 203-175 322-277 336-289 354-305 7/8
158-106 166-112 174-117 276-185 288-193 304-204 6/8
105-54 111-56 116-59 184-93 192-97 203-102 4/8
51-0 55-0 58-0 92-0 96-0 101-0 2/8

25 kVA 220 230 240 380 400 415
Measured voltage
- - - 364-320 382-335 399-350 8/8
- - - 319-274 334-287 349-300 7/8
- - - 273-183 286-192 299-200 6/8
- - - 182-92 191-96 199-101 4/8
- - - 91-0 95-0 100-0 2/8

30 kVA
220 230 240 380 400 415
Measured voltage
- - - 370-324 388-341 407-357 8/8
- - - 323-278 340-292 356-306 7/8
- - - 277-186 291-195 305-205 6/8
- - - 185-93 194-98 204-103 4/8
- - - 92-0 97-0 102-0 2/8
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Third method You can also use the PC software (see section 7) to determine which tap to
select. Therefore, follow the next procedure.
Procedure
Step Action
1 Wire the 8/8 tap and switch ON the regulator to the maximum
brightness.
2 Connect the PC to the regulator, open the program and go to
menu F8: “power monitoring”. Select in the sub-menu “primary
parameters” the “Thyristor conduction angle” parameter.
3 Read the thyristor conduction angle and select the tap using the
table below:
If the thyristor conduction angle select the tap

between 115° and 130° 7/ 8
between 90° and 115° 6/ 8
between 67° and 90° 4/ 8
<67° 2/ 8
4 Switch OFF the regulator and wire the chosen tap.

5 Switch ON again at the maximum brightness and check the
“thyristor conduction angle”.
If the thyristor conduction then

angle
< 145° the chosen tap is correct.
> 145° go to the next higher step.
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2.4.2 Tap wiring
Tap wiring To wire the tap, proceed as follows.

2.5 kVA
Step Action
1 To gain access to the power transformer terminals (S6 to S1),
remove the top cover and disconnect the ground wire. Note the
position of the ventilation slots.
2 Wire the tap according to fig 2-11.
3 Switch ON the regulator at the maximum brightness step for about
10 minutes
4 Check that the output current is not below the maximum value.
If it is so, wire to the next higher step and check again till the
output current is below the maximum value.
3.2.
Fig 2-8 : 2.5 kVA power transformer top view
P10
P9 S1
P8 S2
P7 S3
P6 S4
P5 S5
P4 S6
P3
P2
P1
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2.4.2. Tap wiring, Continued
Tap wiring To wire the tap, proceed as follows.

4 to 30kVA (a spare strap is provided on S5).
Step Action
1 Remove the front panel and disconnect the ground wire.
2 Wire the tap according to fig 2-11.
3 Switch ON the regulator at the maximum brightness step for about
10 minutes
4 Check that the output current is not below the maximum value.
If it is so, wire to the next higher step and check again till the output
current is below the maximum value.
3.2.
Picture Fig 2-9 : Tap adaptation MCR 4 to 10 kVA
S6 through S1 tap
adaptation to actual
load
FOR SELECTION OUTPUT

SEE TABLE Terminal
1
GROUND
2
identification label
OUT
OUT
S6
S5
S4
S3
S2
S1
Picture Fig 2-10 : Tap adaptation MCR 12.5 to 30 kVA
Spare strap
2.4.2. Tap wiring, Continued
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Picture Fig 2-11: Tap wiring
S1 wire m1 S1 wire m1
S2 S2
82 to 100 % 71 to 81 %
(8/8) (7/8)
S3 S3
S4 wire m2 S4
S5 S5 wire m2
strap B strap B
S6 S6
S1 S1 wire m1
S2 wire m1 S2
59 to 70 % 22 to 46 %
(6/8) (4/8)
S3 S3
strap A
S4 S4 wire m2
S5 wire m2 S5
strap B strap B
S6 S6
S1 wire m1
S2
8 to 22 %
(2/8)
S3
strap B
S4 wire m2
S5
S6
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2.5 Reparations and modifications
2.5.1 Replacement of modules
Replacement of the control module

Step Action
1 Unscrew the two fixing screws of the control module (fig 1-15).
2 Take the control module very carefully out of the MCR – not too far to avoid
damage to the flat cable, which connects the module with the interface
module (fig 1-16).
3 Unplug the flat cable from the remote control piggy-back and remove the
defective control module.
4 Set the dip-switches of the new remote control piggy-back in the same
position as these of the defective one.
5 Insert the new module in the MCR. When the module is almost completely in
the MCR, plug the flat cable in the connector of the remote control piggy-back.
Then push the module and fix it by the two screws.
6 Don’t forget to load the configuration file of the defective module in the new
one with the PC software.
• Select menu F3 “PC control”
• Execute the command “Restore from file” in the “Save/Restore” submenu.
Fill out the serial number of the defective module (see logbook).
• Some data of the old config file are not transferred such as the
parameterisation data for the LFD. The LFD has to be recalibrated (see
menu F7).
7 If you are sure of your parameterisation, save your information with the
command “Save to EEPROM and disc” (Menu F3).
Replacement of the power module

Step Action
1 Take the control module out of the MCR.
2 Unscrew the 4 fixing screws of the front panel with the handle.
3 Disconnect the 5 wires on the terminals IN, OUT and PE.
4 Unscrew the two fixing screws (on top and bottom of the front panel) and
remove the power module
5 Unscrew the two screws of the plug P7 on the power module (fig 1-12 and 1-
13)
6 Check if the primary of the feeding transformer is wired according the supply
voltage of the MCR (drawing 3229.10.461 page 1/3 and 2/3).
7 Insert the new power module in the MCR
8 Reassemble the complete power module in the opposite order as described in
step 1 up to 5.
9 Insert the control module in the MCR.
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2.5.2 Replacement of EPROMs
Replacement of the EPROM with the basic software on the PCB1364

Step Action
1 Unscrew the 6 small screws, the remote control piggy back is fixed
with on the rear side of the basic print (PCB1364).
2 Unscrew the 2 hexagonal spacers of the DB37 connector on the
front panel of the control module
3 Remove the remote control piggyback.
4 Remove the old EPROM of the PCB1364. (The EPROM is located
on the U6 socket in the left top corner of the PCB1364).
Take attention to the ESD precautions!
5 Plug the new EPROM on the socket U6 and verify the position and
the pins of the EPROM.
6 Load the configuration file of the old EPROM in the new one (see
replacement of the control module).
7 Reassemble the complete control module in the opposite order as
described in step 1 up to 4.
Replacement of the EPROM with the J-BUS software on the multiplex

remote control piggy back on the basic print (PCB1364).
Step Action
1 Take the control module out of the MCR.
2 Remove the old EPROM of the multiplex remote control piggy back.
(The EPROM is located on the socket U3 (PCB1432) or IC18
(PCB1398)).
Take attention to the ESD precautions!
3 Plug the new EPROM on the socket U3 or IC18 and verify the
position and the pins of the EPROM.
4 Insert the control module in the MCR.
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3 Section 3
Maintenance
Introduction The MCR regulators have been developed using new technologies and in view
of reducing the maintenance tasks to a minimum.
This section establishes the maintenance procedures required for the MCR
regulator. The maintenance tasks must be performed on a securing basis to
insure optimum performance, minimise service interruption and avoid major
breakdowns.
Caution Only personnel authorised to work on high voltage equipment should

perform maintenance on the regulators.
Operate the regulator under local control, when performing maintenance

tasks. This will prevent the regulator from accidentally being turned on
and causing serious injury or death.
Table 3-1 Table 3-1: Preventive maintenance.
To check Action
Operational • the operation of the • Use eventually a PC to log the
regulation on all data
brightness steps
• all readings.
Electrical • Input voltage • If the regulator voltage is not
within -5% to +15% of rated
voltage, notify the power
company to correct the
voltage.
• Output current (RMS • Record it and adjust if out of
value) tolerance; use a RMS-reading
A-meter.
Visual • the wiring of the • Repair damaged or loose
regulator and circuit wires
• Replace damaged
components
• Housing for rust spots • Clean and repaint rust spots.
and damage. • Repair the eventual damages
• Dust inside housing • Clean by blowing dry air over
the dirty components,
PCB’s,…
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4 Section 4
Troubleshooting
Important Only personnel qualified to work on high voltage systems should be

precaution! permitted to troubleshoot on the regulator.
If the regulator de-energises suddenly the output, the circuit could be

interrupted by an overcurrent, open circuit or undervoltage condition.
Before inspecting the output circuit, place the local control switch in the
OFF position. Without this precaution, a rise of the power line may
produce an oncycling and reenergize the regulator, resulting in an output
voltage of several hundreds or thousands of volts that may cause
serious injury or death.
Preliminary Before any operation or adjustment check for the obvious :

checks • Local panel indications (or back-indication signals)
• Power supply voltage off
• Fused input switch
• Blown input fuses and blown auxiliary fuses
• Loose connections
• Charred or burned components
• Openings in wiring.
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Troubleshooting, Continued
Guideline As a guideline for troubleshooting, use table 4-1 to table 4-3. Three different
cases are given:
Table What to do if the regulator

Table 4-1 does not turn on
Table 4-2 turns on but deenergizes suddenly
Table 4-3 does not produce the requested output
Display and Together with these explanations, the next 2 tables show how to interpret the
led’s info. indications on the front panel display and the meaning of the different led’s:
Table Information
Table 4-4 How to interpret the indications on the display?
Table 4-5 Led’s information
Fuses The table 4-6 gives an overview of the fuses (main fuses, fuses on the power
module,…) in the MCR.
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Table 4-1 Table 4-1: Regulator does not turn on.
Observations Possible cause Solutions

No local indications • Power supply to the • Power supply
board interrupted, check:
- fuses of the fused
switch (fig 1-2) (Also
check that value, type
and mounting is correct.
Notice that otherwise
the fused switch will
keep the circuit
interrupted)
- fuses on the power
module (F1/F2 fig 1-12
and 1-13)
- supply transformer(T1)
defective (fig 1-12 and
1-13)
– internal fuses on
PCB's
Indication "I fault" • Power supply level • Check the power
and the main too low (less than supply.
contactor in the the pre-set value) Correct if possible the
power module (K on voltage level.
drawing • Fuse of the trigger • Replace the fuse
3229.10.462) is not PCB (PCB1377 or
energised. PCB 1441) on the
power module blown
• Failure in the control • Replace the control
module module
Indication "I fault" • Failure in the control • Replace the control
and main contactor module module
(K) is energised. • Shut down by inter- • Check if the circuit
connecting terminal selector gives the signal
"CCI" or external or disconnect terminal
24/48 V DC with SD.
terminal SD
(SHUTDOWN).
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Table 4-2 Table 4-2: Regulator turns on but de-energises suddenly.

Protection of the • Too fast acting or • Check values from
power supply to the too low level drawing 3229.10.462D.
CCR became • Power supply wiring • Check the wiring to the
operational or CCR components CCR and the internal
wiring; check the fused
switch and terminals.
CCR produced • One thyristor is not • Check the wiring to the
considerable more operating or short- thyristor gates and
noise and the fuses circuited inspect the trigger card
of the fused switch (PCB 1377 or
blew. PCB1441).
• Failure in thyristor • Replace the power
control pulses module
• One thyristor • Replace the power
interrupted module
Indication "I fault" • An overcurrent • Check the maximum
and "I>>" on display occurred. output current and, if
necessary readjust.
• Check the overcurrent
detection level and, if
necessary readjust.
Indication "I fault" • An open circuit in • Check the series loop
and "I<<" on display the loop occurred for an interruption
• CCR malfunction • Check the thyristors, the
wiring of the
transformer, the control
module, the output
current measurement
transformer and the
trigger card (PCB1377
or PCB1441)
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Table 4-3 Table 4-3: Regulator does not produce not the requested output current.

Always maximum • Maximum brightness • Disconnect the remote
output current step is always control line for the max.
selected brightness step and
check the remote
control signals.
• Failure of the control • Replace the control
module module,
The output current • 1 brightness step is • Check the remote
can reach its always selected. control signals
maximum value but • Failure of the control • Replace the control
can not go down module. module,
below one of
brightness level
Only the minimum • Failure of the remote • If the module operates
brightness step is control line. correctly in local, then
selected. check the remote
control line
• Failure of the control • Replace the control
module module,
The output current is • CCR is overloaded • Check the output
not reached and transformer tap, the
signal "I fault" is power supply voltage
given. and the load
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Table 4-4 Table 4-4: How to interpret the indications on the front panel.
The 4 digits display normally indicates the actual values of the chosen
parameter (see par. 1.3.6), but in some cases the display indicates a
character string:
If This means
%--- Percentage of output load not available
V--- Output voltage measurement not available
L--- Lamp fault detector, not present
L*** Lamp fault detector, present but disabled or not adjusted
---M Earth fault detector, not present
???M Earth fault detector, measurement not available
This display will also indicate how the regulator interprets an occurring failure
that causes the regulator to switch off (if the strap ST2 on the PCB1364 is in
position 2 which is a default setting on delivery):
If This means
CS? The regulator operates with a circuit selector.
No circuit is selected on the circuit selector.
I>> The regulator switched OFF for over current
I<< The regulator switched OFF because the output current was below
a minimum level (open circuit, thyristors not operational, main
contactor not closed, loose wire, output current measurement is
failing, …
Asy The regulator switched OFF for asymmetric output current
P>> The regulator switched OFF for overload.
The regulator is set to switch OFF in case of output overload with
the PC function: F5/ Alarm levels output current/ “switch off level if
overload Yes or No.
These failures will disappear after having pushed on the Reset button (Rep 3
on Fig. 1-15) on the front panel.
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Table 4-5 Table 4-5: Led’s information.
Several led’s are available on the front panel of the control module and
inform you about the status of the MCR.
As a general rule, a blinking led indicates that the considered function is
not available and a permanent lighted led indicates a failure.
Those led’s are installed on the front panel of the basic microcontroller board
(PCB1364). Some of them can only light up if the corresponding option is
installed.
On the front panel
Led Lights up Blinks

ON when the regulator is powered
I FAULT for failures that cause the for unstable or deviating output
MCR to switch OFF (open current, input voltage or internal
circuit, over current, …) reference signals out of range.
Earth if one of the preset alarm level • during start-up of the module,
FAULT is exceeded (PC function: F6/ switching on or off the
Alarm/ “isolation level 1 or 2”) module and while the module
is disabled.
• at a duty cycle of 20% for a
time fixed by the parameter:
F6/ Setup/ “Start up delay”.
• at a duty cycle of 50% during
calibration (ohm-test) or on
EFD module failure.
Lamp if one of a preset alarm level during calibration of the module
FAULT is exceeded (PC function: F7/ or if the module detects
alarms/ deviating internal references.
LOCAL to indicate that the remote
control is not possible for the
actual position of the
brightness step selector.
On the basic microcontroller board PCB1364
Led Indicates
DS1 TXD, messages to the PC if the serial link is active.
DS2 RXD, messages from the PC if the serial link is active.
DS3 blinks at a rate of once per second if the program runs.
DS4 5V-power supply present.
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Table 4-5 Led’s information (continued)
On the multiplex remote control piggy back PCB1432
LED Function
DS1 RXD1
RS232-link, logic level , Receive line from regulator PCB1364
DS2 TXD1
RS232-link, logic level, transmission line to regulator PCB1364
DS3 TXD0
RS485-link, transmitted signal, channel A
DS4 RXD0
RS485-link, received signal, channel A
DS5 V5A
Isolated 5V DC for RS485 , Channel A and link to circuit
selector
DS6 SOUT0
RS485-link, transmitted signal, channel B
DS7 SIN0
RS485-link, received signal, channel B
DS8 V5B
Isolated 5V DC for RS485 , Channel B
DS9 SOUT1
RS485-link, transmitted signal to circuit selector PCB1433.2
DS10 SIN1
RS485-link, received signal from circuit selector PCB1433.2
ON the piggy-back board PCB1361 (option LFD)
Led Indicates
DS1 5V-power supply present.
On the PCB1381 (EFD module in the high voltage compartment)
Led Indicates
DS1 LOW SCALE, lights up if the actual leakage current is below
20µAdc.
DS2 500 V DC, lights up if the 500 V DC is too low in regard to the
reference voltage.
DS3 IN RANGE, extinguishes if the output current of the module gets
limited.
DS5 OHM-TEST lights up if the relay for the ohm-test is activated.
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Table 4-6 Table 4-6: Overview of the fuses.
Fuses Localisation Reference

Main fuses (*) Fused switch fig. 1-2 rep 3
Auxiliary fuses (F1 on the front panel of the power Rep 1 on Fig. 1-12
and F2) module and 1-13
Internal fuses on the boards: see below.
Those fuses have a visual indication in case of overload:

• for type NEOZED (up to 50A): the center point of the fuse
• for type NH00 (up to 125 A): the spring clip on top of the fuse.
On the boards:
PCB Fuse Type Protects

1364 F1 250 mA * Not used for multiplex remote control
F2 1A* power supply of the control module
F3 1A* power supply of the control module
F4 250 mA * power supply of the earth fault detection
1377 F1 1A* the main supply to the coil of the contactor K
1441 F1 1A* the main supply to the coil of the contactor K
F2 315 mA
* Slow (high breaking capacity) - dia 5mm, length 20mm.

** The blown copper trace can be repaired with one of following fusing
elements: - LAC TR5 0.5A – slow (NC: 6130.18.170)
- Picofuse ZPS 500mA
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5 Section 5
Parts list
Introduction This section covers the main replaceable parts for the MCR regulators.
Caution Replacement of electronic components may be done, only with original spare
parts delivered by ADB. Not doing so can result in severe damage to the unit
and be hazardous for the user or the operator.
Reference A reference code number is assigned to each part contained in the equipment.
designation When ordering, always mention the reference code number of the ordered part
but also the serial number, type, power rating, input voltage, frequency, N° of
brightness steps, output current, which are indicated on the nameplate of the
regulator.
Recommended • Complete units: refer to tables 5-1 to 5-7: ordering codes.

spare parts On major airports or when an important quantity of regulators are installed,
it is recommended to have one or more regulators in standby inside the
substation, to allow quick replacement of a defective unit. This procedure is
recommended when it is desirable to reduce the downtime due to
maintenance, troubleshooting and repair procedures.
• Other parts: Other parts should be kept in stock to cope with repair: fuses,
lightning arrestors, PCB’s, terminals & connectors, fused input switch,
circuit breaker, power module and others.
Orders All spare parts orders shall be addressed to ADB or our local representative.
n.v. ADB s.a.
585, LEUVENSESTEENWEG
B - 1930 ZAVENTEM, BELGIUM
Tel. 32/2/722.17.11
Fax : 32/2/722.17.64
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Parts list, Continued
Table 5-1 Table 5-1: Power modules and components.

The rated power and input voltage determine the power module to be used (table
2.1).
Complete Power modules Orderquantity

(per)
Ref. . ADB part Description
number
1478.60.231 Complete power module KSR43A 1
(with RV-DV) (1)
1478.60.241 Complete power module KSR110A 1
(with RV-DV) (1)
Remark 1 The PCB 1441 (NC 1593.11.700) replaces the PCB 1377 (NC 1590.03.250)
in the MCR versions where the last digit of the code number is “1” or above.
Anyway, in older versions (with last digit = 0), the PCB 1441 can also be
used as spare parts. The terminals 3 and 4 of the counter-connector X5,
which is delivered with the PCB, have to be shortened.
Remark 2 To replace the old contactor on the KSR110 (NC 6148.45.530) by the new
one (NC 6148.45.600) the current transformer on the KSR110 has to be
repositioned!
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Table 5-2 Table 5-2: Control modules and components.

Reference on drawing 3229.10.462: PCB1364 µC and Fig 1-15
Complete Control modules Order quantity

(per)
number
1478.10.550 No JBUS multiplex remote control, no 1
LFD, front plate with pictograms, CSM
compatible
1478.10.580 Single (*) JBUS multiplex remote 1
control, no LFD, front plate with
pictograms, CSM compatible
1478.10.610 Single (*) JBUS multiplex remote 1
control, with LFD, front plate with
pictograms, CSM compatible
1478.10.620 Dual (*) JBUS multiplex remote control, 1
with LFD, front plate with pictograms,
CSM compatible
1478.10.630 Dual (*) JBUS multiplex remote control, 1
no LFD, front plate with pictograms,
CSM compatible
(*) Dual JBUS The dual JBUS Eprom has to be ordered separately and put on the piggy-
back on the control module. (code number: see table 5.6)
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Control module components Orderquantity

(per)
number
1590.03.390 PCB1432 J-Bus remote control piggy 1
back on PCB1364, without software
EPROM)
6130.26.134 fuse 5x20 1A slow, 2 per PCB1364 10
(F2/F3)
6130.12.140 fuse 5x20 0.25A slow, 2 per PCB1364 10
(F1/F4)
F1, F2 6130.27.000 Auxiliary fuses 6.3x32 1.25A (serial 10
number 57199)
F1, F2 6130.27.005 Auxiliary fuses 6.3x32 1.6A 10
(serial number 57199 or later)
F1, F2 6130.99.170 Fuse cap for auxiliary fuses 10
F1, F2 6130.99.160 Fuse holder for auxiliary fuses 10
F1 6130.26.134 Fuse 5x20 1A slow on PCB1441 10
F2 6130.15.135 Fuse 5x20 315 mA PCB1441 10
Remark 1 The PCB 1432 (NC 1590.03.390) replaces the PCB 1398 (NC 1593.10.610)
in the MCR versions where the last digit of the code number is “2” or above.
Anyway, in older versions (with last digit = 0 or 1), the PCB 1432 can also be
used as spare part.
Rear connection Orderquantity

(per)
number
1590.03.400 PCB1399 - rear connection for 1
multiplex remote control
1478.20.010 Interface board with flat cable for 1
connection to PCB1432
(used for interconnection of PCB1432
with BUS communication cable MCR –
CSM at the rear side of the MCR)
(only if MCR operates with CSM)
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Prefabricated cables Order quantity

(per)
Ref. . ADB part number Description
1145.01.110 3 m. RS232 cable with 2 DB9 female 1
connectors for connection to a PC
Table 5-3 Table 5-3: Power components.
Power module components Order quantity

(per)
number
FUSED SWITCH 6132.00.210 5SG7 fused switch – fuse interrupter 1
FUSED SWITCH 6130.54.460 input fuse for 5SG7 – 20A - Neozed, 2 10
per fused switch
FUSED SWITCH 6130.57.360 input fuse for 5SG7 – 25A – Neozed, 2 10
per fused switch
per fused switch
per fused switch
FUSED SWITCH 6130.66.270 input fuse for 5SG7 – 63 - Neozed, 2 10
per fused switch
FUSED SWITCH 6132.00.220 NH00 fused switch – fuse interrupter 1
FUSED SWITCH 6130.66.280 input fuse for NH00 – 63A -NH00, 2 per 3
fused switch
FUSED SWITCH 6130.68.330 input fuse for NH00 – 80A - NH00, 2 9
per fused switch
per fused switch
per fused switch
LA1-LA2 6314.32.750 Lightning arrester for 2.5kVA-10 kVA- 10
6.6A - Siemens B32K750
LA1-LA2 6134.03.322 Lightning arrester for 12.5 and 15 kVA- 10
6.6A. Qty 2x1 - G.E. 3kV-XEP
LA1-LA2 6134.03.622 Lightning arrester for 20 to 30 kVA- 10
6.6A. Qty 2x1 - G.E. 6kV-XEP
T.I.1 + 1478.60.180 Output current measurement 1
PCB1386, transformer for 6.6A. 50/0.05A +
independent of PCB1386 connection PCB for output
the type of MCR current measurement transformer T.I.1
Remark For the selection of the fuses refer to table 2.1
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Table 5-4 Table 5-4: Spare parts for EFD option (see Fig 1-5 and 1-8).
EFD option components Order quantity

(per)
number
1478.60.500 EFD complete assembled module 1
including PCB1384 and PCB1381
Table 5-5 Table 5-5: Spare parts for LFD option (see Fig 1-5 and 1-8).
LFD option components Order quantity

(per)
number
1590.03.191 PCB1361 LFD piggy back (plugged on 1
PCB1364)
T.I.2 + PCB1379 1478.60.220 Output current measurement 1
transformer 6.6/6.6A 23kV + PCB 1477
(connection board for T.I.2 ) + fastening
hardware kit
T.I.2 + PCB1379 1478.60.230 Output current measurement 1
transformer 20/6.6A 23kV + PCB 1477
(connection board for T.I.2 ) + fastening
hardware kit
T.P.1 1478.60.300 Output voltage measurement 1
transformer for 2.5 kVA 6.6A - 380/48V
& & filtering capacitors
for output voltage measurement
transformer T.P.1
transformer for 4 to 10 kVA 6.6A -
1515/48V & PCB1386 for output
voltage measurement transformer
T.P.1
transformer for 12.5 to 20 kVA 6.6A -
3030/48V & PCB1386 for output
voltage measurement transformer
T.P.1
transformer for
25 to 30 kVA 6.6A - 4500/48V & filtering
capacitor for output voltage
measurement transformer T.P.1
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Table 5.-5a Table5-5a Spare parts for Time counter “TC-ON” option.
Ref. ADB part Description Order quantity

number (per)
TC-ON 6195.02.020 Digital Hour counter 24x48 6-250VDC/AC
Table 5-5b Table 5-5b: Spare parts for Time counter “TC-MAX” option.
Ref. ADB part Description Order quantity

number (per)
SP6195.02.020
TC-MAX 6195.02.020 Digital Hour counter 24x48 6-250VDC/AC
T20 6300.00.020 Safety transformer 230-400V/24V 40VA
K20 6169.07.010 Relay 2PNO 24VAC-coil 2940 39.1
F20 6130.27.000 Fuse M 1.25A - 50kA 500V - DIA 6x32
Table 5-6 Table 5-6: EPROMS with basic MCR software.
EPROMS with basic MCR software. Order quantity

(per)
number
1478.70.102 EPROM with basic MCR software 1
version 1.02
version 1.05
version 1.08
version 1.10
version 1.11
version 1.12
version 1.21
version 1.23
version 2.00
Procedure These EPROMs have to be replaced following the procedure described in

section: “Installation”.
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Table 5-7 Table 5-7: Floppy disc with PC software.

(compatible version of basic MCR software: see table 1.3)
Floppy disc 3.5” with PC software Order quantity

(per)
number
1478.80.104 Floppy disc 3.5” software version 1.04 1
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Table 5-8 Table 5-8: Single J-Bus EPROMS.

Programmed SINGLE J-BUS EPROMS Order quantity

compatible version of basic MCR software (per)
number
1478.90.100 EPROM Single J-Bus software version 1
1.00
1.01
1.02
1.21
2.00
2.03
Table 5-9 Table 5-9: Dual J-Bus EPROMS.

Programmed DUAL J-BUS EPROMS Orderquantity

compatible version of basic MCR software (per)
number
1479.00.121 EPROM Dual J-Bus software version 1
1.21
2.00
2.03
Table 5-10 Table 5-10: SCO option components
SCO option components Order quantity Price

(per)
number
1475.92.030 Cutout SCO 1
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Table 5-11 Table 5-11: Hour counter option components
Hour counter option components Order quantity Price

(per)
number
TC-ON & TC-MAX 6195.02.020 Digital Hour counter 24x48 110 – 1
240 VAC
T20 6300.00.020 Safety transformer 230-400V/24V 1
40VA
K20 6169.07.010 Relay 2PNO 24VAC-coil 2940 39.1 1
F20 6130.27.000 Fuse M 1.25A - 50kA 500V - DIA 10
6x32
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6 Section 6
Drawings
Introduction In the table below, you will find the list of drawings:
Topic See Page

PCB 1361: LFD piggy back 85
PCB 1364: basic print 86
PCB 1381: EFD logic print 87
PCB 1398: J-Bus remote control piggy back 88
PCB 1432: J-Bus remote control piggy back 89
PCB 1441: trigger control print 90
Electrical schemes (3229.10.462)
84
PCB 1361: LFD piggy back
DS1
85
PCB 1364: basic print
DS1-DS2-DS3-DS4
F1
RAM
P1 Params
EPROM
P3 Rem. control
F2-F3
ST2
P4 LFD
Serial
EPROM
P6
P8
F4
86
PCB 1381: EFD logic print
87
PCB 1398: J-Bus remote control piggy-back
88
PCB 1432: J-Bus remote control piggy-back (CSM

compatible)
89
PCB 1441: trigger control print
F1 - F2
90
Electrical schemes (3229.10.462)
91
92
93
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7 Section 7
PC control and monitoring
Preliminary The regulator does not require the use of a PC to operate.
Use The PC with the dedicated ADB software is required to modify parameters, in
particular for the adjustment of the lamp fault detection module and for the
circuit selector CSM (see catalogue leaflet A.06.412e).
It can also be used to control the regulator.
Caution! The PC can control the regulator or change parameters only if the front
panel drum selector of the regulator is in OFF position (ref. 4 on Fig 1-
15).
When the regulator is in the REM or LOCAL position, the software can
display parameters and status but it is impossible to modify them.
Hardware The program requires at least a 386 PC with at least 4 Mb of RAM to be able
to run. At least 1 COM port is necessary for communication with the MCR.
No mouse is required.
DOS The PC software is written in PROTECTED (or 386) mode i.e. it uses
protected memory above the standard 1 Mbytes DOS limit.
mode Therefore the DOS extender program DOS4GW.EXE must either be present
in the same directory or it must be found in one of the directories specified in
the path.
Software This description is only valid for the MCR PC software version 2.00
version If the delivered software version differs from the above versions, refer to the
manual delivered with that software.
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7.1 Installation of the PC and the software
7.1.1 Overview
Introduction In this chapter you will find all the information about the connection of the PC
to the regulator and about the installation of the software on the PC.
7.1.2 How to connect the PC to the regulator
Connection One side of the communication cable MCR – PC is connected with the DB 9-
male connector on the front plate of the Control Module and the other side
with the COM1 or COM2 serial port of the PC.
DB9 connector
Communicati The communication cable needs 4 wires and a separate ground, which can
on cable be the cable-screen.
As with all RS232 connection, the maximum length is limited to 15 meters.
The cable layout is listed in the following table.
MCR :DB 9connector PC: DB9 connector or PC: DB25 connector

Function of pin: Function of pin: Function of pin:
3 (TXD) 2 (RXD) or 3 (RXD)
2 (RXD) 3 (TXD) or 2 (TXD)
7 (RTS) 8 (CTS) or 5 (CTS)

8 (CTS) 7 (RTS) or 4 (RTS)
5 (GND) 5 (GND) or 7 (GND)
This cable may be ordered at ADB (see spare part list).
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7.1.3 How to install and set-up the software
Software Copy the files from the floppy to the hard disk.
installation The program can be installed anywhere on the hard disk and is independent
of a particular directory structure; nevertheless, it is a good practice to create
a new subdirectory for this particular application.
Before running the program, check that the used serial port, which is used on
Communicati
the PC, corresponds with the serial port set in the CONFIG.DAT file.
on port
The CONFIG.DAT file is an ASCII text file, which can be read and modified with
any simple text editor (e.g. EDIT delivered with DOS). Care must be taken to
use an editor who adds no header to the file because this header makes it
illegible to the main program (no Word, no WordPerfect...).
The principal parameter in CONFIG.DAT is "mcr_com_num" which must be

set to 1 or 2 depending on the connection of the MCR to the serial port COM1 or
COM2 of the PC.
Do not change the other parameters, unless there is a serious communication

problem with the PC.
Procedure to follow :
- Unlock the file CONFIG.DAT by the DOS command attrib -r config.dat
- Edit the file CONFIG.DAT by the DOS command edit config.dat
- In the paragraph “Communications Port”, check the parameter
"mcr_com_num".
Change the number if it doesn't correspond with the serial port of the PC.
- Press both the keys “ALT” and “F” on the keyboard of the PC.
A menu appears in the left corner of the screen.
The edition of the CONFIG.DAT file will be left after having pressed on the
key "X" on the keyboard.
Note: When the parameter has been changed, a submenu will appear. The
key “ENTER” has to be pressed to confirm the change.
- Lock the file by the DOS command attrib +r config.dat
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7.1.3 How to install and set-up the software, continued
The other important parameter is “LANG”. It selects the language you want
Language file
to use.
For the moment 3 translations exist:

• LANG_NL.DAT = Dutch
• LANG_F.DAT = French
• LANG_D.DAT = German
By default all the text strings in the program are in English and embedded in
the code. For any other language, the parameter LANG = "xxx" must be
added in CONFIG.DAT. At the same time a language file with the name
LANG_XXX.DAT must exist in the same directory (see below).
Do not change the other parameters, unless there is a serious

communication problem with the PC.
Following procedure has to be followed:

- In the paragraph “Language”, choose the language by suppressing the
“; “ before the chosen language.
- Add a “ ; ” before the line LANG = “REF”
The edition of the CONFIG.DAT file will be left after having pressed on
the key "X" on the keyboard.
Note: When the parameter has been changed, a submenu will appear.
The key “ENTER” has to be pressed to confirm the change.
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For other languages you can create your own file by translating all the
Creation of
strings. Therefore a reference language file LANG_REF.DAT holds all the
language file
strings in English and some useful comments for the translator. Care must be
taken not to exceed the maximum length of each string as is mentioned in
the language file. The language files must have the r-attribute set too (see
above).


- Unlock the file LANG_REF.DAT by the DOS command attrib -r
lang_ref.dat
- Edit the file LANG_REF.DAT by the DOS command edit lang_ref.dat
- Press both the keys “ALT” and “F” on the keyboard of the PC
With the key ↓ (down), choose the line “SAVE AS….”
Press the key ↵ ENTER: a submenu appears. In the highlighted part (in
black), type the name of your language as follows:
LANG_XXX.DAT where XXX are the three letters to identify your
language.
Press the ↵ ENTER and you save the file under the name of your
language. Then proceed to your translation.
- When the translation is achieved, save it.
Press both the keys “ALT” and “F” on the keyboard of the PC.
The edition of the LANG_XXX.DAT file will be left after having pressed on
The key “ENTER” has to press to confirm the change.
- Lock the file by the DOS command attrib +r lang_xxx.dat
To activate your translation, following procedure has to be followed:

- In the paragraph “Language”, add the line LANG = “XXX” after the
proposed languages
Add a “ ; ” before the line LANG = “REF”
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For a language XXX you can modify this file for corrections. Care must be
Modification
taken not to exceed the maximum length of each string as is mentioned in
of language
the language file. The language files must have the r-attribute set too (see
file XXX
above).

- Unlock the file LANG_XXX.DAT by the DOS command attrib -r

lang_XXX.dat
- Edit the file LANG_XXX.DAT by the DOS command edit lang_XXX.dat
- Make your modifications. When the modifications are, save it.
Press both the keys “ALT” and “F” on the keyboard of the PC.
The edition of the LANG_XXX.DAT file will be left after having pressed on
- Lock the file by the DOS command attrib +r lang_xxx.dat
To use the program in the DEMO version, 2 parameters must be changed:
Demo-version
• dial_allowed, to tell the system that no MCR is connected and that it
should proceed without trying to establish a connection
• wr_e2p_allowed, to block the "Save to EEPROM" command as this
EEPROM is located in the MCR and there is none attached.
To change these parameters, proceed as follow:

- In the paragraph “ DEBUG”, change the two parameters dial_allowed
and wr_e2p_allowed by setting these parameters to 0.
Execution File The execution file name is MCR_PAR.EXE.

name
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7.2 Running the program
7.2.1 Overview
Introduction All the setting parameters of the MCR are read from the MCR EEPROM of
the control module and stored in the database of the PC. Where necessary,
they are displayed.
In this chapter you will find all the information about the running of the
program and its environment.
MCR control The MCR control module is identifiable by its unique serial number, which is
module burned in the EEPROM and which cannot be changed on site.
identification
7.2.2 Configuration and config.file
Serial number The serial number (S/N) of an MCR control module identifies this module. It
is a 6-digit number in the format “yy-xxxx” where yy stands for the year of
production and xxxx is a 4-digit sequential number.
Config file The Config-file is a file that stores the settings of the MCR (except the S/N of
the control module and some MCR dependant parameters).
Config-file The Config-file name is yy-xxxx.CFG, where yy-xxxx is the S/N number of the
name control module.
There is an individual Config-file for each MCR control module.
Opening of When the PC is connected successfully to an MCR, it reads the serial

the Config-file number of the MCR module and opens after that the Config-file.
The PC creates a config-file if it does not exist.
See paragraph MCR Database hereafter.
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7.2.3 Logging and log file
Log file The Log-file is a file that stores the events occurred to the MCR when
connected to a PC.
Log-file name The Log-file name is yy-xxxx.LOG, where yy-xxxx is the S/N number.
There is an individual Log-file for each MCR control module.
Opening of When the PC is connected successfully to an MCR, it reads the serial

the Log-file number of the MCR module and opens after that the Log-file.
The PC creates a Log-file if it does not exist.
If it exists, the complete file is read, but only the 50 most recent entries are
stored in the PC memory for display purposes.
Type of entry All log entries consist of the date and time of the event followed by a
message string.
If a new event occurs, a new message is added to the Log-file and replaces
the oldest message in the PC memory.
Data stored • A message each time the PC connects to or disconnects from an MCR;
• A message each time a step command was issued to the MCR from the
PC or from the control tower;
• Any error detected by the MCR (burnt lamps, isolation error, regulation
error, ...) and which generates a message on the PC screen;
• Any communication error between PC and MCR;
• Any erroneous password entry by the user;
• Each change in position of the local selector switch on the MCR control
module front panel;
• A message each time the EFD or LFD is calibrated.
To print the If you exit the program, you can print the log files by a simple DOS “copy”
Log-file command to the printer port.
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7.2.4 MCR Database
Database The MCR has a double database: one in EEPROM and the other in RAM.
After a power-down, when starting up again, all-important parameters are
fetched from a local EEPROM and copied to RAM. During normal operation
only the copy in RAM is used.
When connected, the PC reads the parameters in RAM and displays them on
the screen. When you modify a parameter, only the copy in the MCR RAM
gets changed.
After changing one or more parameters, you have three alternatives:
• To keep the changes and select the "Save to EEPROM" menu;
This automatically supersedes a binary file on the PC disk with the name
"yy-xxxx.CNF", where yy-xxxx is the serial number of the control module.
• To reject the changes and select the "Restore from EEPROM" menu. This
destroys all the RAM modifications and returns to the last EEPROM
contents;
• To read a set-up from disk. This is useful if several MCRs have to receive
the same set-up. The operator only needs to do the set-up on the first
one, then save the set-up to EEPROM at the same time creating a file on
disk. For the next MCRs, all he has to do is to select the menu "Restore
from file" and then enter the serial number of the previous MCR. The
settings are then restored from file to RAM (except the S/N of course and
the calibration parameters which are MCR-dependent), after this, the
"Save to EEPROM" menu must be selected to burn the data into the
EEPROM.
Each time data is written to the EEPROM, the date and time found on the PC
are copied with it. The next time the PC connects to that MCR, this time-
stamp is read back and put on the display; you know then immediately when
the last update occurred.
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7.3 How does the program run
Start up After a successful connection, the machine enters an infinite loop during
which 2 tasks are performed:
• a regular and automatic data exchange with the MCR (STATUS);
• a check on the keyboard to capture operator commands.
Structure of
The screen is divided in “windows” with a “menu” bar at the top.
the screen
To the left, the status window (1) is always present and shows:
• the output current (as a thermometer-like vertical bargraph and as a value)
• the mains voltage
• the currently active step
• the number of burnt lamps (if LFD option is installed)
• the insulation resistance of the series circuit (if EFD option is installed)
• the status of the circuits (if the MCR operates with a CSM circuit selector)
The right window (top - 2) can be selected by the user via the menu bar (3) on
the top of the screen. 8 different dialogue screens are provided: Help, Log, PC
control, CCR Set-up, EFD, LFD, Power Monitor and Exit.
On the bottom right (4) the “prompt” window gives information such as:
• how to go into another window
• error messages or communication error messages
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7.3 How does the program run, Continued
Picture
In the figure below the view of the first screen is shown.
Only when MCR operates with a circuit selector CSM!

Status of
circuit(s)
• "." (dot): series circuit disabled (with dip-switch SW2 on logic board of
CSM circuit selector) or not available (hardware not provided)
• "x": series circuit available but not in operation
• number of circuit in black color: corresponding series circuit is in
operation
(If the color is white on a red background, the preset time of the
time counter is past.)
A communication error between the MCR and the CSM circuit selector is
indicated with the blinking red message "MISSING". The normal series
circuit status is not indicated.
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There is a continuous exchange of STATUS messages. These messages

No operation
collect the continuously updated parameters in the STATUS window (1).
At the same time, any errors discovered by the MCR (e.g. burnt lamps,
regulation error,…) are transmitted to the PC and displayed as an error
message in the right bottom of the window (4). An entry is created in the log
file.
Modification If you want to modify a parameter, you should select the correct window,
scroll into it with the UP/DOWN arrows until the cursor is on top of the
parameter and then hit <ENTER> to modify the parameter. For menus which
are larger than the window, there is an automatic window scrolling when the
cursor reaches the first (respective last) line.
Parameters are always organised in blocks with a header on top. To scroll
faster, use the PgUp and PgDw keys: they position the window on the
previous (respective next) header.
The cursor positions itself only on the lines that hold a parameter, never on a
header.
Parameters can only be selected and modified in the top right window.
Conditions to Access is only allowed if the drum selector on the MCR control module is in
modify the OFF position.
parameters
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Passwords The purpose of the passwords is to protect the MCRs against any accidental
erroneous operations.
Depending on its importance, the parameter is protected by a USER- or by
an INSTALLATION-password.
By default the passwords are:
• user password: "ADB user"
• installation password: consult ADB
Note the upper and lower case characters!
There is a hierarchy between passwords: entering a correct installation
password also opens the user-password, but the reverse is not true.
It is almost impossible to provide an absolute tamper-proof barrier against
any intended sabotage. Nevertheless, it is our aim that you do not know the
installation password. This avoids the possibility that you could erroneously
reconfigure certain parameters with an eventual fatal result for the lamps or
the MCR.
It is then the responsibility of the installation engineer to set-up the MCR’s,
then to modify the INSTALLATION-password and to note it for future
interventions.
It is possible to change these passwords via the menu but of course only
after the correct corresponding password has been entered.
How long does a password allow access to the parameters? You can choose
between 3 alternatives via a menu:
• Re-entry of the password is required prior to each operation; this is
tedious but very safe.
• The password remains "open" during 10 minutes after the entry of the
correct password. During that 10-min interval the operator can continue
changing parameters without having to enter the password each time.
• The password remains open during 24 hours. This is useful when a
complete set-up of the MCR is necessary and the operator remains within
sight of the PC.
In any case, you can inhibit access to the MCR by an immediate recall of the
password via menu. If e.g. the password was opened for a 24-hour period,
but you have to leave the MCR unsupervised for an extended period, access
can be recalled. At the next attempt to modify a parameter, the password
must then be re-entered.
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Type of Depending on the type of parameter which you want to modify, the program
parameters can react in different ways:
• Some parameters are READ-ONLY (e.g. the mains frequency) and cannot
be modified. When selected, they generate an overlay, which tells the
user that his demand cannot be complied with.
• Other parameters can only accept certain predefined values (E.g. the
output current can only be 4.15, 6.6, 8.33, 9.2, 12 or 20 A and nothing in-
between).
To select another value, just hit the <SPACE> bar until the correct value
appears in the overlay and then hit <ENTER> to validate the new value.
This erases the overlay, puts the new value in the correct window and
transmits the new value to the MCR.
This message is interleaved with the normal STATUS messages.
If you do not want to change the value, just hit <ESC> instead of <ENTER>;
the overlay disappears, but the value remains unchanged and there is no
message to the MCR.
For example, all "flag" parameters are of this type. They accept 2 values e.g.
on/off or enabled/disabled.
• Other parameters accept any value. You must enter the new value via the
keyboard. Hitting <ENTER> performs a value check and if it is outside
one of the predefined bounds, it is rejected and you receive an error
message in the bottom-right window. If it is accepted, the window is
updated and a message is sent to the MCR.
To exit an overlay without changing anything, just hit <ESC>.
Invalid If the program requires the entry of a value, the input routines will reject any
characters invalid characters and lock all keyboard entries until a <BACKSPACE> is
entered which clears the erroneous character.
Example: a parameter expects a number, but you enter an alphabetic
character by mistake.
Instead of seeing the normal underscore indicating the cursor position, you
will see a white square. The only way-out is to hit a <BACKSPACE> to
remove the last character. The square then disappears and the normal
cursor appears again. You can then proceed to enter the correct value.
In this way, the user is guaranteed that when he hits the final <RETURN> at
the end of his input, the string passed for analysis to the program contains
only valid characters.
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To leave the To leave the program, go to the EXIT menu and enter the character
program displayed in the window (For English this is 'y' or 'Y');
To avoid losing data, you are warned when you try to leave the program and
some parameters were changed but not saved to EEPROM. You can then
force an exit and accept the consequences if there is a power down on the
MCR, or remain in the program and do a "save to EEPROM".
Trying to leave the program with Ctrl-C generates an error, but does not
interrupt the program. <Alt-Ctrl-Del> however is active and reboots the
machine.
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7.4 Menu description
7.4.1 Overview
Introduction In this chapter you will find all the information about the parameters and the
menus to use and modify them.
Protection of There are four different types of parameters:

the • free modifiable parameters labelled “free” in the subsequent description;
parameters • custom modifiable parameters labelled “custom” in the subsequent
description and protected by a user password;
• factory modifiable parameters labelled “factory” and protected by an
installation password;
• fixed parameters labelled “fixed” in the subsequent description; these are
actually measured values or values bound to the hardware configuration of
the regulator and cannot be modified by the operator.
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7.4.2 F1 Help
Description This menu displays a short help describing the different menus.
7.4.3 F2 Log: Display and logging of events
Description This menu display the last 50 events stored in the log-file. All the events are
numbered with the most recent on top.
2 operations are allowed: scrolling and deleting. The delete function only
removes the 50 lines in the program log.
The true log file on disk remains untouched, but that too can be deleted
using the normal DOS delete function.
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7.4.4 F3 PC Control
Introduction The purpose of this menu is to allow you to take over control of the MCR with
the PC.
PC Control
Parameter Type Value Factory Comments

setting
Brightness step free Range 1 to 8 (or 5 (1)

69 to 255) brightness
steps
Shut Down free Released / Not Not (2)
active active
Activate circuit 1 free Yes/No To switch circuit 1 on or off (3)
1. If the number of brightness steps is set to 255 (stepless mode), the range
is 69 to 255; If the parameter “Separate ON/ OFF” is set to “YES”, the
value “0” is also possible.
2. This simulates the shutdown i.e. the action, which switches off the
thyristors without opening the power contactor. Under normal operation
the shut-down is used in conjunction with a circuit selector.
When the MCR operates with a circuit selector, the shutdown can only be
activated by the circuit selector.
3. Only possible if MCR operates with a CSM circuit selector.
The indication “Inhibit” means that the circuit is disabled on the logic
board of the CSM (dip-switch SW1).
Save/ Restore
Parameter Type Value Comments

Save to EEPROM custom Save modified parameters to EEPROM to keep
them active after the next power-up sequence
Last save to EEPROM fixed Date and time of the last save to EEPROM
Restore from EEPROM custom Recover all the parameters from EEPROM
Restore from file custom Load all the parameters from a file
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7.4.4 F3 PC Control, continued
Software version

setting
Software version of this fixed 200 Software version of the
program communication program between the
PC and the CCR you are using now
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7.4.5 F5 Set-up MCR: configuration
MCR identification

setting
Serial number of the fixed
control module
MCR identification custom CIRC. ID An 8 alphanumerically string for
series circuit identification (also
displayed on the MCR's front panel)
MCR EPROM version fixed 2.00 The software version of the EPROM
fitted in the control module
Remote control fixed 2.03 The software version of the EPROM
EPROM version fitted in the remote control module
with the indication Single J-Bus(B1)
or dual J-Bus(B2).
Circuit selector fixed The software version of the EPROM
EPROM version fitted in the logic board of the CSM
circuit selector.
Output current

setting
Maximum output current factory 4.15/ 6.6/ 8.35/ 6.60 Bound to hardware
9.2/ 12.0/ 20 A
Minimum output current fixed 1.80 Defined when the
maximum output current is
selected
Number of brightness step custom 3/ 4/ 5/ 6/ 7/ 8/ 5 255, only for stepless
255 control by multiplex remote
control
Brightness steps values custom 2,80/3,39/ (1)
4,09/5,20/
6,60
(1) Each step is definable by the user, but must be:

• larger than the preceding step and smaller than the next step;
• smaller than the max. output current and larger than the minimum one.
When the Nr of steps is changed, the steps are set to the default values.
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7.4.5 F5 Set-up MCR: configuration, continued
Hardware

setting
Mains nominal factory 208/ 220/ 230/ 240/ Bound to hardware
voltage 380/ 400/ 415 V
Mains frequency fixed 50/ 60 Hz Measured by the control
module; not available until the
MCR is turned on
Power module factory 43/ 110 A Bound to hardware
Remote control fixed Detection by the system of the
module type of board installed
Set-up remote custom The submenu J-Bus
control module configuration may be opened.
Circuit selector custom yes/ no no
installed
Set-up circuit fixed Found / Missing (1) The submenu circuit selector
selector may be opened.
(1) Indicates that the data of the circuit selector is accessible
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Submenu J-Bus
Parameter Type Value Factory setting Comments
MCR operational mode custom Normal/ stopbar Normal (1)

Bus overrides selector custom No/ Yes No (2)
Bus arbitration custom Disabled/ A only / A then B (3)
B only/ A then B/
B then A
Bus failure mode custom Actual/ Default Actual (4)
Bus failure default value custom (5)
Remote reset possible custom No/ Yes No (6)
(1) In the stopbar mode, as soon as power is applied, the MCR switches to
the default current. When the bus becomes operational, the MCR follows the
bus. If the bus breaks down, the MCR maintains the current output until the
bus time-out expires and then, the MCR goes to the default current even if
the last command from the tower was to switch off the MCR.
In normal mode, the MCR stays OFF at power-up until the bus comes on-
line; it then follows the bus. If the bus breaks down, the MCR maintains the
current output until the bus time-out expires. Then, if the last command
received from the tower was “OFF”, the MCR remains OFF; but, if a current
was selected, the MCR reacts as defined by the bus failure mode (see
there).
(2) If set to NO, the selector on the front panel of the control module is
always operational and allows any local operator to take over the control of
the MCR at any moment.
If set to YES, the bus has the highest priority and the selector position is
ignored. Only if the bus is defective, can you take over the control by pushing
the reset button and turning the selector to the desired position.
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Submenu J-Bus
(3) There are 2 softwares available for the JBUS interface:
• Single Bus: the bus arbitration parameter will only accept the values
“Disabled” and “A only”; if set to “Disabled”, all requests (read and write)
received from the bus are ignored. To avoid a time-out or a break-down in
the bus master, all bus messages are acknowledge with the “Bus
Disabled” code.
• Dual Bus: All 5 values are accepted.
If set to “Disabled”, “A only” or “B only”, all requests (read and write) from
the bus which is disabled are ignored and a “Bus Disabled”
acknowledgment is returned. The read and write request from the bus
which is enabled are accepted and executed.
If it is set to “A then B”, read commands from both busses will be accepted
and the correct data returned. If the bus A sends a write request, it will be
accepted and executed. All write requests from the bus B will be ignored
and acknowledged with the “access rejected” code. If there is a
break-down on the bus A, after the “bus time-out”, control transfers to the
bus B which can then transmit a write request to the MCR.
If this parameter is set to “B then A”, the above description is reversed.
(4) If the MCR is in stopbar mode, this parameter is not operational. In
normal mode, if "default" is chosen, the user can enter a default output
current.
If “actual” is selected, the output current of the MCR remains unchanged.
(5) This is the default current to which the MCR switches after the bus time-
out to expires and if the MCR is in stopbar mode. In normal mode, this value
is used only if the bus failure mode is set to “default”. It is the responsibility of
the user to give this parameter a meaningful value.
(6) If the MCR switches off because of an error, the control tower can reset
the MCR if this flag is set to YES. If it is set to NO, there must be a local
operator to push the reset button on the control module front panel.
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Submenu J-Bus
Parameter Type Value Factory setting Comments

Slave number fixed 1 to 255 85 (1)
JBUS A Bus time out custom 1 to 127 sec 10 Any time between
1and 127sec
JBUS A Baudrate custom 150/ 300/ 600/ 38400
1200/ 2400/ 4800/
9600/ 19200/
38400
JBUS A Parity custom None/ Even/ Odd None (2)
JBUS A Stop bits fixed 2 (2)
JBUS B Bus time out custom 1 to 127 sec 10 Any time between
1and 127sec(3)
JBUS B Baudrate custom 150/ 300/ 600/ 38400 (3)
1200/ 2400/ 4800/
9600/ 19200/
38400
JBUS B Parity custom None/ Even/ Odd None (2), (3)
JBUS B Stop bits fixed 2 (2), (3)
(1) This number is read from the DIP-switches on the JBUS piggy-back and
cannot be modified by the program. If the slave number is set to "0" (invalid
value), this will be displayed in flashing to draw your attention.
(2) If there is no parity, there are 2 stop bits.
If the parity is set to ODD or EVEN, there is only a single stop bit
(3) These parameters are only visible if the “dual bus” software is installed.
Submenu J-Bus
BUS presets
The output current of the MCR can be controlled by selecting a specific step
(max 8 steps) either locally or in remote. But if there is a central control desk,
the MCRs are almost never controlled individually but in group.
With the presets it is possible to define for each MCR a specific intensity for
different meteorological conditions e.g. "preset1 = sunshine", "preset2 = day
+ rain", "preset3 = day + mist", "preset4 = night",...
The values need not be one of the pre-programmed steps, but are true
currents and can have any value between the minimum and maximum
allowed current or OFF. Each step is individually programmed for each MCR
and need not have the same value for all the MCRs in a group.
It is then possible to set an MCR individually to a certain preset or to send a
broadcast message from the BUS-master to all MCRs to switch them all
together to the same preset.
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Submenu J-Bus: time counters Only if MCR operates with a circuit selector CSM.

setting
Elapsed time : trigger level 1,5 to max. step
RESET all counters custom Yes/ No
Circuit 1 fixed Value of elapsed time 0 +/- 0,1h

RESET counter custom Yes/ No
Time alarm limit custom Value in hours
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Submenu circuit selector

setting
CS Operational mode fixed Simultaneous / (1)
Non-Simultaneous
Submenu circuit selector

setting
Number of Circuits fixed 2/3/4/5/6/7 (1)
or 8
Switch OFF if low mains voltage fixed Yes/ No (1)
(1)
Circuit 1 inhibited fixed Yes/ No No (1)
(1) Only if MCR operates with the circuit selector CSM.

Depending on coding of circuit selector (dip-switch SW1 on logic
board).
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Alarm levels (output current)
Parameter Type Value Comments Factory setting

Overcurrent threshold level 1 custom 4 to 12% (1) 4
Overcurrent threshold delay 1 custom 1 to 12 sec (1) 4
Overcurrent threshold level 2 custom 5 to 25% (2) 8
Overcurrent threshold delay 2 custom 0 to 1 sec (2) 0.4
Switch-off if overload custom NO / YES (3) no
Asymmetric threshold level custom 5 /10 /15 /20 /25% (4) 10
Asymmetric threshold delay custom 5 to 250 sec (4) 100
Regulation error delay custom 1 to 12 sec (5) 1
(1) Controls the level at which an overcurrent alarm will be given if the error
persists for the time defined by delay 1.
(2) This level must be higher than the preceding one but with a shorter delay.
(3) If an overload occurs, the MCR cannot guarantee the level of the output
current. It will in any case generate a regulation error; moreover with this flag
the MCR can be forced to switch-off under those conditions.
(4) If the positive and negative half-waves of the output current do not have
the same value during the time specified by the delay parameter, an error is
generated. An asymmetry error is a sign for the existence of a DC
component on the output current, which is harmful to the power transformer
of the MCR.
(5) If the MCR cannot maintain the programmed output current, an alarm
appears after this delay
Alarm levels (input voltage)

Switch-off level Custom 80 to 89% Voltage at which the 80
MCR will switch OFF.
Switch-on level Custom 85 to 94% Voltage at which it will 90
switch ON again. The
software forces a
minimum of 5%
difference between
both levels.
Overvoltage Custom 110, 115, 120, If the mains supply 110
warning level 125, 130% exceeds this value, an
alarm is generated.
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Mode of operation
Step settling Custom 0/ 0.5/ 1 / When you switch from one step 0
speed 1.5/ 2 / 2.5 to another, the MCR can either
sec react instantaneously or move to
the new step in the time defined
here (for a current variation from
0 to the maximum value).
Back indication Custom YES / NO When this flag is set, the control YES
in local mode tower receives all back indication
signals. If this parameter is set to
NO there will be no back
indication signals to the tower
when the MCR operates in Local
control.
ON-OFF-ON Custom 0/ 0.2/ 0.4/ When the MCR is rapidly 0
delay 0.6/ 0.8/ switched OFF and ON again, this
1 sec parameter defines the minimum
delay during which the MCR will
remain OFF regardless of the
switching speed.
Local display

Local display Custom I out/ Step/ Defines the default display I out
default VAout %/ Vout/ on the electronic command
LAM/ EFD/ module front panel
CCR ID/ LMP
TEST
Local display Custom I out/ Step/ Defines the display on the
select VAout %/ Vout/ electronic command module
LAM/ EFD/ front panel
CCR ID/ LMP
TEST
Display hold Custom 0 to 20 min The time during which the 1
time parameter specified above
will remain on the display is
defined here. After this time
the display switches back to
the default display.
Display decimal Custom Comma/ Period Comma
separator
Lamp test Custom OFF/ ON Switches ON all the LEDS OFF
on the MCR front. They
remain ON until the
command is revoked.
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Calibration First, read carefully the WARNINGS in the paragraph “Calibration” (par
7.5.4). Calibration of the output current directly influences the output current
at Bmax.
The other calibrations act on the values displayed in the F8 Power Monitor
menu and the back indication values with the multiplexed remote control.

Output voltage Custom Only if LFD module is installed
Output current Custom
Output power Custom Only if LFD module is installed
Input voltage Custom
Input current Custom
Input power Custom
Change passwords
Parameter Type Value Comments Factory

setting
Change password: user custom Max 14
characters
Change password: install factory Max 14
characters
Auto recall password free End operation/ 10min/ 24hrs 24hrs
Recall password free NO/ YES
Error simulation
Only possible if the MCR is operational and delivers current into the
series circuit.

Overcurrent level 1 custom
Overcurrent level 2 custom
Open circuit custom
Overload custom
If either of these errors is simulated, the MCR responds with an I-fault

indication on the front panel display. To remove the error condition, the
RESET button on the MCR front must be pushed.
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7.4.6 F6 EFD: Set-up for earth fault detector
Control commands
Parameter Type Value

Factory Comments
setting
ON/OFF control Custom Enable/ Disable Enable
Reset error flags Custom NO/ YES If a leakage current exceeded
either of the user-defined levels,
an error was generated. The
RESET menu clears this error. If
the leakage is still present, a
new error appears.
OHM-test Custom OFF/ ON OFF This is a test of the EFD-module.
This test disconnects the 500V
from the series circuit and shorts
it to the ground over a known
resistor. You can check this on
the display of the MCR and in
the status window on the PC.
Alarms If either of the next two parameters is exceeded, a message on the CRT is
generated and also logged on disk

setting
Isolation level 1 Custom 0.01 /500Mohm 10
Isolation level 2 Custom 0.01 /500Mohm 1 The level 2 must be smaller then
the level 1.
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7.4.6 F6 EFD: Set-up for earth fault detector, continued
Setup

Measuring mode Custom Continuously / The interval time is defined by the next
intermittently parameter.
Interval time Custom 10 to 1275 sec If “Measuring mode” is intermittently
Start up delay Custom 4 /8 /15 /30 /60 Because of the unknown capacity of the
/120 sec series circuit and the small current delivered
by the 500 V DC supply, it can take an
appreciable time to pull the circuit to the 500 V
level. This parameter defines the wait time
before any measurements are made.
Stop meas. custom Yes/ No If the shutdown-signal is given this will cause
when switching a start up delay identical as for switching on a
circuits circuit.
Required in case of Alternate circuit selector
to permit switching over from of one to
another circuit without momentary EFD-
alarms.
Reset error custom Yes/ No If the shutdown-signal is given this will cause
when switching a reset of the EFD-LEVEL indications.
circuits To prevent alarm indication in case of
Alternate circuit selector for the circuit that
actually is not in service.
Stop meas. if no custom Yes/ No If no circuit is selected this the shutdown-
circuits selected signal is given this will cause a start up delay
identical as for switching on a circuit.
In case of Alternate circuit selector without
any circuit selected the indication of the EFD
will only be the situation for the regulator, not
for the outer circuits.
Calibration

Full calibration Custom Refer to the para 7.5.4: “Calibration”
Last calibration Fixed DD/MMM/YY Date and time of the last full calibration of the
date HH:MM:SS EFD
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Error simulation

Simulate LEVEL 1 custom NO/ YES not yet implemented
Simulate LEVEL 2 custom NO/ YES not yet implemented
If either of these errors is simulated, the MCR responds with the

corresponding back-indication. The Led Earth-Fault on the front panel will
light up.
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7.4.7 F7 LFD: Burnt lamps detector
Status

setting
Status custom CAL/ NOT CAL NOT CAL Indicates if the LFD module is
calibrated or not.
Control commands
Parameter Type Value

Factory Comments
setting
ON/ OFF control custom Enable/ Enable Allows disabling the LFD module. If it
disabled is disabled, no LFD errors will be
returned to the PC or via the BUS (if
present).
Operational mode custom Normal/ Normal • Normal: 2 levels can generate an
degraded alarm;
• Degraded: the first (lower) level of
the Burnt lamps is not allowed to
generate an alarm. Degraded
mode does not apply to the VA-
drop alarms.
Alarms For both “Number of lamps” and “VA-drop”, 2 levels can be defined. The
second level must be larger than the first one.
The delay is a time-out which retards the generation of an alarm to filter-out
spurious errors and which allows the series circuit to warm-up.

setting
Number of lamps level 1 custom 1 to 30 3
Number of lamps level 2 custom 2 to 31 5
Number of lamps delay custom 1 to 255 sec 5
VA-drop level 1 custom 1 to 50 % 10
VA-drop level 2 custom 2 to 51 % 40
VA-drop delay custom 1 to 255 sec 8
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7.4.7 F7 LFD: Burnt lamps detector, continued
Calibration Refer to the paragraph: “How to calibrate the LFD module”

setting
Start calibration: custom NO / YES Read WARNING on
reference screen!
Start calibration: custom NO / YES Read WARNING on
lamps removed screen!
Last calibration date fixed DD/MMM/YY Date and time of the last
HH:MM:SS save to EEPROM
Erase calibration custom NO / YES Requires “Save to
EEPROM” (Menu F3)
otherwise the previous
calibration settings will
become re-established
after power down.
Loop warm-up time custom 10-1275 sec 20 sec Any time between 10 and
1275 sec.
Changing this value has no
effect on the calibration.
Number of lamps custom Quantity of 4 Not under user control.
removed lamps used for
the “lamps
removed”
calibration.
Hardware

setting
Primary voltage factory 380/ 1515/ 3030/ To measure the output voltage a
output 4500 V high voltage transformer is installed
transformer in the MCR. This parameter is its
primary voltage. If this parameter is
changed, the LFD must be
recalibrated.
MCR power custom The MCR power rating (in kW) must
be entered here. The entered value
is used to compute the procentual
loading of the MCR. Changing this
value has no effect on the
calibration.
Loop length custom 0->3/ 3->6/ 6->9/ 0→3 Enter the length (in km) of the
9->12/ 12->18/ series circuit here. It is used to
18->21/ >21 estimate the capacitance of the
loop. If this value is changed, the
LFD must be recalibrated.
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Error simulation

Simulate LAMP level 1 custom NO/ YES not yet implemented
Simulate LAMP level 2 custom NO/ YES not yet implemented
Simulate VA-DROP level 1 custom NO/ YES not yet implemented
Simulate VA-DROP level 2 custom NO/ YES not yet implemented
If one of these errors is simulated, the MCR responds with the corresponding
back-indication. The Led Lamp fault on the front panel will light up.
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7.4.8 F8 Power Monitoring
Introduction None of the parameters displayed in this window are modifiable. All are
updated in real time from data read by the PC in the MCR database. If the
LFD module is not present, the output voltage and power measurements and
their derived parameters are not available and will not be shown.
Primary parameters

setting
Thyristor fixed Allows the installation engineer to define
conduction which tap on the transformer to select in
angle order to optimise its operation in function of
the load installed.
Mains voltage fixed 240
Mains current fixed 48A
Output voltage fixed 1523V If LFD option is installed
Output current fixed 6,60
Power parameters

setting
Mains power W fixed 10665
Mains power VA fixed 11698
Output power W fixed 10070 If LFD option is installed
Output power VA fixed 10045 If LFD option is installed
Power factor input fixed 91
Power factor: output fixed 1,00 If LFD option is installed
Efficiency fixed 93,21 If LFD option is installed
7.4.9 F10 Exit
To exit the For the English language, enter 'y' to exit. For other languages it is always
program the first letter of the equivalent "YES" string. If you changed some
parameters and did not save the data to EEPROM, a supplementary warning
is generated. You can then select the "PC Control" menu, do a "Save to
EEPROM" and then come back to the EXIT menu and leave the program.
It is also possible to disregard this warning and exit without saving. You must
then be aware that the modified parameters exist only in the MCR RAM and
that they will be overwritten by the EEPROM data at the next power-down,
power-up sequence.
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7.5 Calibration
7.5.1 Overview
Introduction This chapter introduces you to the calibration operations.

Although the MCR leaves the factory fully calibrated, it may sometimes
become necessary to recalibrate it.
The optional modules EFD and LFD are also to be calibrated.
Calibration A calibration requires instruments, which have a high precision class (0.5%),
instruments and which have been calibrated recently. Since most of the measured values
are phase-controlled sine waves, all instruments must be of the TRUE-RMS
type and certainly not of the moving coil and rectifier type.
The use of amperemeter clamps, although easy to use, is not advisable for
calibration for the following reasons:
• they are sensitive to magnetic fields in the environment. Due to the
proximity of the MCR, outside influence cannot be avoided;
• measurements are dependent on the position of the cable in the clamp;
• because clamps are mechanical devices, the closure of the magnetic
circuit can change for each measurement;
• clamps must be calibrated before use because of remanent magnetism;
• their precision is generally less than that of a good Ammeter.
We advise the use of a measuring transformer. Although it requires the
circuit to be opened, it guarantees a consistently high quality measurement.
Warning You must be aware that the following operations are potentially dangerous
and must be executed with the utmost care for the safety of the personnel.
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7.5.2 How to calibrate the LFD module
Preliminary Before starting an LFD calibration, check the hardware settings, the series
circuit and the output power transformer tap setting.
Check the type of output voltage transformer.

2.5 kVA 6.6A: 380/48V
4 to 10 kVA 6.6A: 1515/48V
12.5 to 20 kVA 6.6A: 3030/48V
25 to 30 kVA 6.6A: 4500/48V
Procedure The LFD calibration is a 2 step operation:

• the "reference" calibration
• the "lamps removed" calibration.
Warming-up In order to perform exact measurements of the output voltage, the series
loop must warm up to a stable temperature. This temperature depends on
the ambient temperature.
You can verify the warming-up by monitoring the output voltage on the MCR
or the PC display. If the loop is cold, its resistance is low and the output
voltage for a given current is low. When the loop warms-up, its resistance will
increase and hence the output voltage will rise (for the same current). After a
time, the output voltage will level out when the final temperature is reached.
You must enter the required warm-up time as a parameter in the LFD menu.
"reference" The reference calibration is a series of measurements while all lamps are
calibration functional.
Erase the previous LFD calibration before starting the calibration!
Before doing this calibration, you must visually check that all lamps are
indeed working, that the correct output tap is wired and that the correct
selection is made in the LFD-menu for the primary voltage of the voltage
measuring transformer and the total loop length.
When you select the reference calibration, a secondary menu, in which you
can see the status of the measurements, appears.
By pushing button “D” on the keyboard you can toggle on or off the VDLV-
factor which, in case of a correct reference calibration, should stay lower
than 5, 10 or 15 (depending on the precision selected by the LFD during the
calibration).
During the warm-up phase, the output current is forced to the nominal output
current and the warm-up time is down-counted in this display.
During the measurements, the output current slowly decreases while the
measurements are made. At the end of this calibration you are prompted to
save the results in EEPROM. Answering “NO” gives the same result as
pushing the <ESC> key. The measurements will not be saved.
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"lamps
This calibration is only possible after execution and saving of the reference
removed" calibration.
calibration
For the "lamps removed" calibration, you must remove a known number of
lamps and start the calibration. You are then prompted to enter this number
into the system. The MCR then measures again a series of parameters.
During the calibration, by pushing button “D” on the keyboard, you can toggle
on or off the VDLV-factor which, in case of a correct “lamps removed”
calibration should stay 128, 64, 32 or 16 (depending on the reactive power,
due to the unloaded transformers, in regards to the total loop power during
this calibration).
At the end you are prompted to save the results to EEPROM.
Answering “NO” gives the same result as pushing <ESC> key. The
measurements will not be saved.
When at a later date one or more lamps blow, the system can compute the
exact number of defective lamps by interpolating between both sets of
values.
Minimum Nr
To obtain an accurate calibration measurements, there are a minimum
of lamps to number of lamps, which must be removed depending on the system
remove configuration. In most cases 4 lamps will be sufficiently to perform the
calibration, otherwise some more lamps have to be removed.
(If the detected VDLV-factor does not reach the minimum value of 16, it will
be necessary to increase the number of unloaded transformers or to
increase the loop length (Menu F7) to perform the calibration.
To abort Both calibrations can be aborted by pushing the <ESC> key.
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7.5.3 How to calibrate the EFD module
Preliminary Before calibrating:

if you change some parameters, don’t forget to save the changes in the
EEPROM (if necessary.)
EFD mode EFD calibration is only allowed if the module is in “continuous” mode.
EFD To calibrate the EFD module completely, activate in the F6 menu the
calibration calibration parameter “Full calibration”.
Proceed as follow :
- open the fused input switch of the MCR.
- earth the series circuit.
- disconnect the EFD module from the series circuit by disconnecting the
HV-wire between PCB1381 and PCB1384.
- close the fused input switch.
- follow the instructions written on the screen
It is a fully automatic operation and terminates with a message if an error
occurs
- save this parameterisation in the EEprom.
- open the fused input switch of the MCR
- reconnect the EFD to the series circuit. (HV-wire between PCB1381 and
PCB1384).
- close the fused input switch
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7.5.4 How to calibrate the MCR
Introduction
When the MCR leaves the factory, it is fully calibrated. Moreover there are no
potentiometers, which can change their value because of ageing.
Still, if on site some components have to be exchanged, it may become
necessary to recalibrate the MCR.
Parameters to
There are 6 parameters to be calibrated:
be calibrated
• Output voltage,
• Output current,
• Output power,
• Input voltage,
• Input current,
• Input power.
MCR load All of the above parameters except the mains voltage can only be calibrated
if the MCR is sufficiently loaded. Indeed it is worse than useless to try and
calibrate e.g. the output voltage with only a small load connected.
Warning When you select a calibration parameter a Warning message appears onto
message the display to caution you. You can then abort the operation by hitting ESC or
continue by hitting any other key.
MCR Except for the output current, the normal sequence of events is that the PC
calibration forces the MCR to the maximum step, waits a bit, then prompts you to read
the value displayed on whatever instrument connected and then type this
value on the PC keyboard.
When the <ENTER> key is hit, all necessary correction factors are computed
and transmitted to the MCR. The MCR then returns to the step that was
previously selected.
Output The calibration of the output current is slightly different.

current It also forces the MCR to the maximum output current, then it requires you to
calibration hit the <up> or <down> arrow buttons until the amperemeter connected in
series with the output reads the nominal value (e.g. 6.6 A).
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8 Section 8
J-Bus - Software
8.1 Introduction
JBUS The JBUS is a subset of the MODBUS which was one of the first industrial
protocol fieldbusses ever developed.
MODBUS The MODBUS protocol is a common language used by controllers of

protocol different manufacturers to communicate with each other and with other
devices over a network.
It defines the message structure and describes how a controller requests
access to another device and how the answer will be formatted.
Possible errors are also detected and reported.
Master - Slave In the MODBUS/JBUS configuration, only one device can initiate
transactions. The other devices can only respond by giving the requested
data or by taking the requested action.
The device that initiates the communication is called “Master” and the others
are called “Slave”.
The master distinguishes between slaves by using a number, which must be
unique in the range 1 to 255. In the case of a broadcast message, a
message addressed to all the slaves, the slave number is 0.
Hardware Uses standard RS485 drivers and receivers in either 2-wire or 4-wire mode.
Message From the viewpoint of the master, the slaves can be considered as RAM-at-
structure a-distance.
This RAM is organized in words. It is the task of the developer of the slave to
define this RAM and to declare the significance and the use of the contents.
For more information, refer to “MODICON MODBUS reference guide”.
Transmission This application uses the RTU transmission mode in which each 8-bit byte in
mode a message contains two 4-bit hexadecimal characters. The message is
transmitted in a continuous stream.
The allowed baudrates are: 150, 300, 600, 1200, 2400, 4800, 9600, 19200
and 38400 baud (ex factory, the MCR is set for 38400 baud).
If there is no parity, there are 2 stop bits and for even or odd parity, there is
only 1 stop bit. (ex factory, the MCR is set with even parity).
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8.1 Introduction, Continued
Foreword
Although the general structure of the data base will remain unchanged,
details such as type, number and position of individual parameters are
subject to modifications. The programmer of the MASTER software must
then construct his soft in such a way that it remains flexible and can easily
be adapted to subsequent data base changes. He must also pay attention to
the execution time of the message generation, the acknowledgment analysis
and the computation of the slave time-out.
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8.2 The J-Bus protocol
8.2.1 Overview
Introduction In this chapter you will find information about the JBUS protocol and an
introduction to its application to the remote control of the MCR.
Contents This chapter contains the following topics:
Topic
Structure of a message
Functions
Exception Message
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8.2.2 Structure of a message
Introduction To be understood by the slave (here a MCR), the message sent by the
transmitting device has to follow a well defined structure.
Structure The general structure begins with a start, follows with the address, the
requested function, the data, a check field and stops with an end.
Start/ End The message starts with a silent interval and, following the last character
transmitted, another silent interval marks the end of the message.
Address The address field identifies the slave, which should response to the message
from the master. It contains 8 bits and must be in the range of 1 to 255
decimal.
When the slave sends its response, it places its own address in the address
field of the response to tell the master which slave is responding.
The address “0” is used to transmit messages simultaneously to all slaves
and, in this case, no response will be sent.
Function The function field tells the addressed slave what action to perform.
When a slave receives a message without any error and if the message is
destined for that slave, it will execute the command and send back an
acknowledgment to the master (except if it is a broadcast message - slave 0
- or if the slave is in listen-only mode).
Data The data field contains additional information, which the slave must use to
take the action requested by the function code. If no errors occur, the data
field of the response contains the data requested.
Error check The error checking field contains a 16-bit value implemented as two 8-bit
field bytes. The error check value is a result of a Cyclical Redundancy Check
(CRC) calculation performed on the message content.
The transmitting device calculates the CRC value and appends it to the
message transmitted. During receipt of the message, the slave computes the
CRC over the complete message including the CRC. The result must be
zero.
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8.2.3 Functions
Function The function field tells the addressed slave what action to perform.
Not all functions allowed by the MODBUS specifications are implemented; for
the MCR communication, the following will be used:
• Read N words: 03hex or 04hex
• Write N words: 10hex
• Write 1 word: 06hex
• Read status word: 07hex
• Diagnostics: 08hex (see below).
Nevertheless, if an unrecognized function is received by the slave, this may
not perturb its normal operation and the slave must return an exception
response (see page 142).
Diagnostics The function 08hex provides a series of tests for checking the
communication system between the master and the slave or for checking
various internal error conditions within the slave.
Each slave holds a certain number of diagnostic counters and registers. With
the function 08hex it is possible to read or clear these registers.
All the counters are 16 bit (1 word) wide and they are reset at power-up.
They can overflow from FFFF to 0000. This overflow is not signaled and
therefore, if the master wants to use the diagnostic counters to provide a
statistical analysis of the quality of the communication, the counters must be
read and cleared before any overrun has occurred.
If the bus is in 2-wire mode, all slaves also receive the messages returned by
the other slaves. This means that the message counter increments twice for
each dialogue.
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8.2.4 Exception Message
Response When the master sends a message to a slave, it expects a normal response
Message (except for a broadcast message). Three different events can then occur:
1. if there is no communication error and the slave can handle the message
normally, it returns a normal response
2. If there is a communication or a CRC error, the message is invalidated
and will not be analyzed; moreover, the slave cannot even be certain that
the message was destined for him. Therefore, there is no
acknowledgment. This must lead to a time-out in the master who can then
either retry the same dialogue or proceed with another slave.
3. If the slave receives a message without any errors at all, but is not able to
handle the function (e.g. unknown parameter address), then an exception
message is returned. This message consists of 5 bytes:
• the slave number (1 byte)
• the function word received from the master + 80hex (1 byte)
• an exception code (1 byte)
• the standard CRC (2 bytes).
Exception codes The table below shows the defined exception:

Code Definition Remarks
01hex Illegal function Returned when the slave received an unsupported
function
02hex Illegal data address Returned when the master requests a data transfer from
a non-existent data address
03hex Illegal data value Returned to the master if it has sent an invalid value for
at least one parameter in the write message
04hex Slave device failure Not used
05hex Acknowledge Not used
06hex Slave device busy Returned if the master sends a write command to the
slave and the slave is still treating the preceding
command
07hex Negative acknowledge Not used
08hex Memory parity error Not used
41 hex Piggyback data base See page 144, The piggyback board
invalid
42hex BUS is not master of Returned if the master wants to modify a parameter in
the MCR the data base without having access rights as defined in
the mcr_status parameter
43hex BUS is disabled Returned to avoid a bus time-out in the master if the bus
is disabled by the PC; all messages received via the
BUS are not acted upon by the MCR.
44hex Access denied Used only for dual bus systems; for details, see “Bus
arbitration”
45hex Buffer overflow Returned if there is an overflow of the internal
communication buffer between the JBUS interface and
the MCR; this happens if the master tries to write too
many words in 1 message.
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8.3.1 Overview
Introduction This chapter presents a proposal about the use of the JBUS in the MCR
environment. It forms an entity with the structure of the database in order to
guarantee a high throughput in both directions between master and slaves.
Contents This chapter contains the following topics:
Topic
The piggyback board
Database
Master Software (proposal)
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8.3.2 The piggyback board
Introduction The BUS interface (hardware and software) resides on a piggyback board,
which is plugged onto the MCR control module and communicates with it
using a private serial communication.
Slave number The slave number (1 to 255) must be set by means of 8 dip-switches on the
piggyback board.
The sum of the Hex-value of all dip-switches in off position corresponds with
the value of the slave number.
For the dip-switches and their corresponding Hex-values see para 1.6.3.
Example : Slave number 5 is given with dip-switch 1 and 3 in “OFF” position
and the dip-switches 2, 4, 5, 6, 7 and 8 in “ON” position.
When a new slave number is set, the power supply has to be switched
OFF. Only after having switched “ON” the power supply again the new
slave number is active!
Piggyback At start up the piggyback CPU connects to the MCR and downloads a
data base complete copy from the MCR database.
The local copy is kept up-to-date by continuous refresh exchanges with the
MCR. This is especially true for the MCR status parameters which reflect the
actual state of the MCR (output current, mains voltage,...).
Validity of the If there is a communication error on 5 consecutive exchanges between

Piggyback piggyback and MCR, this is considered as a major breakdown and the
data base database will be declared invalid by the piggyback which will then reinitialize
and attempt to read the MCR database again.
The bus master can check the validity of the piggyback database by reading
the mcr_status parameter in the status block and testing the db_valid bit (bit
7). The mcr_status parameter is also returned upon a "read status word"
request.
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8.3.2 The piggyback board, Continued
Exception If the db_valid bit in the mcr_status parameter is cleared, any read or write
code 41hex command received from the bus master and attempting to access the local
data base returns the exception code 41hex "piggyback data base invalid".
If this bit is set, any read command received from the BUS master returns
data from the local data base and any write commands are acknowledged
and passed on to the MCR except for those parameters which are not
present in the MCR (e.g. diagnostic counters) or do not accept write
commands (e.g. serial number). These are skipped.
Flags and All piggyback <--> MCR communication errors are counted.
counters The bus master has free access to these parameters and can thus analyze
statistically the quality of the internal communication. All the counters are
cleared at power up of the MCR but can also be cleared later on by the bus
master.
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8.3.3 Database
Introduction The database as seen from the JBUS is derived from the database
exchanged with the PC.
Added to this are the JBUS diagnostic parameters and the parameters used
by the dialogue between the piggyback board holding the JBUS interface
and the MCR control module.
Database The database is a single word array. In this array the parameters are
structure grouped in blocks by logical function e.g. BUS diagnostics, status
parameters,...
The parameters to exchange via the BUS are most of the time bytes and not
words. Where 2 byte parameters can be logically joined, they were put in the
same word. If that was not possible, an empty filler byte is used. At a later
date it is possible that the filler byte will be replaced by a useful parameter.
Dummy data To allow for future expansion and yet avoid having to rewrite the master
application software, dummy data are reserved in the data base and each
block always begins at an offset which is a multiple of 16 words.
Attribute code In the piggyback all parameters have an attribute code which defines if it is a
rd_only, wr_only or rd/ wr parameter. Attempts by the BUS to write to a
read-only parameter does not generate an exception: the data is simply
ignored. When reading a parameter which is wr_only a 0 is returned
irrespective of the true value of the parameter. Again, there is no exception.
Writing to a dummy parameter is ignored; reading from it always returns 0.
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8.3.3 Database, Continued
Access to the Although the parameters are grouped in logical blocks, it is not required from
parameters the master software to access parameters block-by-block. The block system
is a logical structure to enable the master to access all data relevant to a
specific module in one operation, but it remains possible to access data
which exceeds block boundaries and read e.g. 2 blocks in one access
(including of course the intervening "dummy" parameters).
The only limits on the number of parameters accessed in one exchange are
those imposed by the MODBUS protocol:
• Write N words: the data length expressed in bytes is passed to the
slave in a single byte. Therefore the data length is limited to 255 bytes or
127 words.
• Read N words: the data length in bytes in the acknowledge message
from the slave is also passed in a single byte. The same length limit
applies here: 255 bytes or 127 words.
For the moment the size of this array is 160h or 352 words.
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8.3.4 Master Software (proposal)
Scan loop At start up, the master reads in a configuration file the list of the slave
numbers present on the BUS.
The master executes then a "read status word" on each of the slaves in
sequence. For each slave the db_valid bit is checked in the returned value.
If this bit is set, the complete database of that slave is read either block-by-
block or in groups of any appropriate length.
Once the master has acquired all the slave parameters, an infinite scan loop
is entered during which the STATUS block of each MCR slave is read in
sequence.
This data is used to display or track the true output current and any other
parameter(s) the customer may want to check regularly.
Configuration The master must have a list of the slave numbers present on the bus. By
File preference this list is not embedded in the code, but is read at start up from a
configuration file. The same configuration file can be used to define the bus
parameters: baudrate, parity and time-out in case of communication
breakdown.
If the master does not have a list, he can attempt to read all possible 255
slaves in sequence and note those who acknowledge. This procedure does
not allow the master to detect missing slaves who have a (temporary)
breakdown or who are not powered-up.
Scan loop The scan loop can be interrupted by events and commands.
interruption
Events If the MCR detects an event such as e.g. burnt-out lamps, grounding of the
high voltage loop, etc., one of the error bits in the err_100 to err_600
parameters will be set. At the same time, the mcr_event bit is set in the
mcr_status parameter. The BUS master receives the mcr_status
parameter in each status block and the setting of this bit is a signal for the
master software to read the error block immediately and to analyze its
content.
After the master has read the error codes, these are not cleared in the
piggyback data base nor is the mcr_event bit. At each subsequent pass the
master will have to read the error codes again and compare them to the
preceding values in order to find any new errors.
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8.3.4 Master Software (proposal), Continued
Commands When you issue a command such as MCR ON/OFF, the selection of an MCR
step or the read of a parameter, this must generate a special message which
must pass with the highest priority. The sequence is:
• the master waits for the acknowledgment to the current message;
• it stops the STATUS READ sequence;
• it sends the special command message to the slave;
• it waits for the acknowledgment;
• the normal scan is resumed.
Should the STATUS READ sequence not be interrupted, this would have
consequences on the reaction time of the MCR to user commands.
Slave If a slave breaks down, it will not respond to any of the master messages. If
breakdown this happens for a number of consecutive messages defined in the master
software, the master should signal to the operator a slave breakdown.
The master should continue to scan the slave in the hope that it will come
back on-line. When that happens, the master must read the complete data
base again.
Caution Reading the complete data base can take several seconds (depending on
the baudrate). This could interfere with the messages to other slaves. It is
proposed to read only part of the data base once every STATUS scan cycle.
Failing to do this could generate a time-out error on a slave with a sudden
jump to the default output current as a consequence.
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8.4.1 Overview
Introduction According to the use which is made of an MCR, the latter has to react in a
well defined way at start-up or if there is a loss of control following a BUS
breakdown. The control arbitration defines how an MCR reacts in each case.
Safety In the following pages, you will see that there are several ways to activate the
Precautions MCR (locally or remote). You will learn that it is possible to disable the
control busses, but also that the local control can be overridden by the bus.
Considering the complexity of the controls:
If you want to access the interior of the cabinet, access the outside
wiring or work on the series circuit, you must remove the main fuses
from the MCR.
Contents This chapter contains the following topics
Topic
Control sources and parameters
Dual Bus Control Arbitration
Control arbitration in Stopbar mode
Control arbitration in Normal mode
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8.4.2 Control sources and parameters
MCR The MCR output can be controlled by four sources:

Mastership • The local selector switch on the front of the MCR;
• The PC attached to the local serial port;
• The remote control BUS A;
• The remote control BUS B.
At any time, only one source has write access to the data base, but the PC,
BUS A and BUS B can read the data base simultaneously.
There is an arbitration at 2 levels:
• in the BUS interface a “Bus Arbiter” is installed to determine which one of
the busses A or B is allowed write access;
• on the MCR, a “controller” is installed to select which of the source (PC,
selector or Bus) has write access. At this level, there is no distinction
between the busses because that was resolved in the bus interface.
To verify the MCR mastership (which device has control of the MCR), the
BUS and the PC can analyze the mcr_master bits (bits 2, 3) in the
mcr_status parameter:
• 0,0: Local selector (B1 --> B8)
• 0,1: PC
• 1,0: BUS A or BUS B
• 1,1: reserved
The master can also verify the position of the local selector by reading the
ctrl_mode parameter. All these parameters are in the MCR STATUS block
and should be read regularly (see Master Software (proposal)).
Setup Control The setup of the MCR can only be controlled by:
• the PC (for all parameters);
• BUS A or B (for non-critical parameters).
Bus Arbiter The operation mode of the Bus Arbiter is completely different for Single Bus
and for Dual Bus modes.
The Bus Arbiter is a data base parameter which can be read by both bus
masters. They cannot modify it directly but only via a write to the Bus
Control parameter.
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8.4.2 Control sources and parameters, Continued
Bus Arbiter The Bus Arbiter parameter can only have the values "Disabled" or "A Only".
Single Bus If set to "A only", all requests will be accepted, provided the local selector is
in the Remote position or the local_kill parameter is set.
If set to "disabled", all requests (read and write) issued by the bus master
will be rejected, but still be acknowledged with a "Bus disabled" exception
code (43hex). In this way, no time-out will occur in the master.
In the hardware it is always the BUS A connector which is used.
Bus Arbiter
The Bus Arbiter parameter can have the values "Disabled", "A only", "B only",
Dual Bus "A then B" and "B then A".
Value Comment
Disabled operates in the same way as described above except that all
messages on both busses will be ignored but are
acknowledged by the Bus Disabled exception code (43 hex).
“A only” or allow all accesses on the selected bus if the conditions
“B only” described above are met (selector on Remote or local_kill
on). The bus which is disabled (i.e. B if "A only" and A if "B
only") will receive the Bus Disabled acknowledgement.
“A then B” or In "A then B" only BUS A has write access, provided the
“B then A” selector is in the Remote position or the local_kill parameter
is set.
BUS A is called the Primary Bus and BUS B the Redundant
Bus. In "B then A", the roles are reversed: B is the Primary
Bus and A the Redundant Bus.
If the redundant bus attempts to issue a write command, it
will receive an Access denied exception code (44 hex) and
the command will be ignored.
Both busses have full Read access rights at all times.
All write requests from a master which does not have the rights to do so are
ignored and are acknowledged with an Access Denied exception code,
except for a single word write to the bus control parameter which is allowed
at all times and under all conditions.
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If part of the The bus arbiter is a software device which resides in each MCR. The access
bus breaks rights are then determined for each MCR separately. The consequence is
down that if only part of the primary bus breaks down, due to e.g. a bad contact,
some of the MCRs will still be controlled by the primary bus, the others by the
redundant bus.
To solve this ambiguous situation, the redundant bus can take over the
complete bus by sending the value AA55 hex to the bus control parameter.
This message can be addressed to each slave in sequence, but can also be
sent as a broadcast message to all slaves.
Data If the primary bus changes a parameter, the copy of the data base in the
Synchronisati redundant bus master has become obsolete. To force an update, the
on redundant master will receive an mcr_status parameter with the db_valid
bit cleared. It should wait until the db_valid bit is set again and then down
load the complete data base.
Bf_mode Defines the operational mode (stopbar or normal) which determines how
parameter the MCR starts at power-up and reacts when the bus breaks down. This
parameter can only be modified during setup by the PC.
The fundamental difference between an MCR in stopbar and in normal
mode is determined by our fail-safe philosophy.
A stopbar is essentially a traffic light denying access to a part of the airfield
(e.g. the runway). As such, its normal state is switched ON and it requires an
express command to be switched OFF and allow an airplane to proceed.
Therefore, in case of BUS breakdown, the MCR will immediately switch ON
to the default output current pre-programmed by the customer. It is the
responsibility of the user to set this default to a meaningful value (e.g. 100%).
A MCR used in normal mode is e.g. for an approach. In this case, it must be
avoided to switch it ON by mistake as this might cause planes to select the
wrong runway to land on. For this reason, a MCR in normal mode which
received as last valid command to switch OFF will remain OFF if the BUS
breakdowns. IF, on the other hand, the last command was the selection of a
non-zero output current, it will either keep this output current or switch to the
default current, depending on the bf_brkdown parameter (see below).
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local_kill ON or OFF; it controls the access by the local selector to the MCR.
parameter If it is set to OFF, the MCR will react immediately when the position of the
selector is changed. I.e. local personnel in front of the MCR can always take
over the control.
If it is set to ON, the BUS remains the master of the MCR and the position of
the selector is ignored. Access by local personnel is denied. Only if the BUS
is in time-out can the local operator push the reset button and turn the
selector to regain control.
Note that if the bus is operational, pushing the reset button has no effect.
In case of two busses, if both are enabled (“A then B” or “B then A” mode), both must be down
before this take over is possible. If only one is enabled (“A only” or “B only”), the take over is
possible if the bus which was enabled is down.
This parameter must initially be programmed via the PC and saved to

EEPROM. The BUS can modify its value, but only temporally, i.e., in RAM
only but not in EEPROM.
In this way, the BUS master can relinquish MCR mastership to a local
operator.
Access to • With an operational BUS, the BUS master can clear the local_kill
“local_kill” by parameter. The local operator can then turn the selector and take over
the BUS local control without pushing the RESET button first. This allows
maintenance on an MCR while the other MCR’s remain operational and
under control of the BUS.
• The BUS master retains the capability to read the data base, but all write
commands are rejected and an exception code 42hex is returned. To
regain control, the local selector must be put back in the remote position
and then the BUS master can set the local_kill parameter back to 1.
Alternatively, the PC can set the "BUS overrides selector" flag to
relinquish mastership back to the BUS.
• If the BUS master issues a command to save the MCR parameters to
EEPROM, the local_kill parameter is not saved, but remains at the value
it received during setup. The consequence is that if there is a power-out
on the MCR, this parameter will be restored at the next power-up to the
value as defined during the setup.
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Additional • Bf_brkdown defines how the MCR will react in case of BUS time-out
parameters (only used in normal mode).
If set to present, the output current present before the failure is
conserved.
If set to default, it switches to the default output current defined by
bf_def.
• Bf_def defines the default output current to which the MCR switches when
the BUS breakdowns.
• Bf_time defines the slave time-out.
If there are two busses, there is a time-out for each one (bf_time_a and
bf_time_b) and they can be set to different values.
Normally, the piggyback board expects to receive from the master error-
free requests addressed to itself at regular intervals. The normal interval
time before the MCR knows that the BUS is down is a function of the
selected baudrate, the number of slaves, the length of the exchanged
messages and the slave and master reaction times.
The programmer of the master software should do a worst case estimate
on the total number of bytes to exchange taking into account the
interleaving of the STATUS messages with occasional command and data
base read messages and arrive at a result which is expressed in BYTES.
Knowing the baudrate, the minimum time can be computed. To this must
be added the master and slave reaction time.
This is the minimum time-out, but if we allow 3 repeats of the same
message, which we should consider as the worst case error, the interval
should also be multiplied by 3.
This time should be programmed in the MCR bus time-out parameter by
the PC during the initial setup. The value can be read by the bus as bf-
time.
Each time the slave receives an error free message, a countdown timer is
preset with the bf_time value. If the timer becomes 0, the piggyback
sends a BUS-down flag to the MCR. The way the MCR reacts to this
depends on the bf_mode parameter (see page 158 and page 159).
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8.4.3 Dual Bus Control Arbitration
Bus A bus break-down is flagged by the bus interface (piggyback) if no requests

breakdown are received from that bus for a period of time larger than the time-out for
that bus (there are 2 bus time-outs bf_time_a and bf_time_b, one for each
bus, with possibly different values).
Breakdown 1. If the primary bus breaks down, it will lose its access rights which will pass
Procedure to the redundant bus. This allows the redundant bus to take the control of
the MCR instead of the primary bus.
2. If the redundant bus breaks-down also, the MCR output is determined by
other parameters: bf_mode, bf_brkdwn and bf_def (see there).
3. If the redundant bus is re-established, control passes back to that bus
immediately.
4. If the primary bus comes back on line, the access rights remain with the
redundant bus. This avoids a toggle effect which could occur if there is a
bad connection in the primary bus wiring or if there is some cyclic
disturbance from a foreign origin on the bus.
5. The primary bus can take back control by writing the value AA55 hex to
the Bus Control parameter in the "command parameters" block.
Forcing If the primary bus is operational and has full access rights, the redundant bus
access rights can take away these rights forcibly by writing the value AA55 hex to the Bus
Control parameter. In that case, the value of the Bus Arbiter is switched so
that the bus which was till now the redundant bus now becomes the primary
bus. From this it is clear that the Master software must protect the
sending of this command in a suitable way e.g. by a password.
Each master can be aware of the true state of the system if it analyses the 3
MSBits of the MCR_STATUS parameter.
The value which both busses receive will be different:
• The bus which sees the MSBit (bit 15) set is the PRIMARY bus
• The next lesser bit (14) signifies that the PRIMARY bus has lost its rights
• The next bit (13) means that the other bus is down.
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8.4.2 Dual Bus Control Arbitration, Continued
Example (Mode “A then B”)
Bit 15 Bit 14 Bit 13

• Both busses operational and no errors Bus A 1 0 0
Bus B 0 0 0
• Redundant bus B breaks down Bus A 1 0 1

Bus B - - -
• Redundant bus B back on line Bus A 1 0 0

Bus B 0 0 0
• Primary bus A down Bus A - - -

Bus B 0 1 1
The master on bus B knows that it is not the primary bus, but that it must
assume the responsibility of controlling the MCR. This situation is stable and
can continue for any length of time.
2 scenarios are possible:
⇒ Bus B sends the value AA55 hex to the Bus Bus A - - -
Control param. and becomes the primary bus Bus B 1 0 1
NB: the master B is aware that A is still down
⇒ Bus A comes back on line Bus A 1 1 0

Bus B 0 1 0
The master on bus B knows that it is not the primary bus, but that it has lost
its rights; the master B knows that A is back, but that A cannot resume its
normal function because the bit 14 is still set. Hence, B stays in control.
As a next step, the bus A can send the value Bus A 1 0 0

AA55 hex to the bus control parameter to re- Bus B 0 0 0
acquire its full rights.
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8.4.4 Control arbitration in Stopbar mode
Parameters The situation is controlled by 1 parameter: local_kill.
At Power up If the local_kill parameter is:
ON the local selector is ignored and the MCR outputs directly the pre-
programmed default output current pending the first BUS
command; then, the MCR follows the BUS.
With an operational BUS, the local operator cannot take over
control via the selector. Only if the BUS breaks down, can the
local operator push the RESET button on the MCR and turn the
selector to go to local mode. When the BUS comes back on-line,
the MCR will follow the BUS immediately even if the local operator
has taken over control.
OFF the local selector is used to determine the output.
if local select. then

set to B1 -> B8 the MCR switches ON to the selected step
in OFF the PC (if connected) can control the MCR
in remote the MCR goes to the pre-programmed
default output current without waiting for
the first BUS message. It is the
responsibility of the user to set this default
current to a meaningful value (e.g. 100%).
If the BUS becomes operational, the MCR
follows the BUS.
At any moment, a local operator can turn
the selector and override the BUS.
At BUS
If the BUS breaks down, the MCR switches to the default output current
Breakdown irrespective of the last command received from the BUS. E.g., if the last valid
command from the BUS was to switch the stopbar OFF, it will be switched
ON again automatically.
If the local_kill parameter is: see “At Power up”
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8.4.5 Control arbitration in Normal mode
Parameters The situation is controlled by 2 major parameters: local_kill (at power up) and
bf_brkdwn (at BUS break down).
At Power up If the local_kill parameter is:
ON The local selector is ignored and the MCR selects the last valid
current selected via the bus before the power was lost.
With an operational BUS, the local operator cannot take over
control via the selector. Only if the BUS breaks down, can the
local operator push the RESET button on the MCR and turn the
selector to go to local mode. When the BUS comes back on-line,
the MCR will follow the BUS immediately even if the local operator
has taken over control.
If the bus does not come back on line before 5 seconds have
elapsed, the MCR reacts in the same way as if a bus breakdown
occurred (see there). The programmed bus time-out is ignored.
OFF the local selector is used to determine the output.
if local select. then

set to B1 -> B8 the MCR switches ON to the selected step
in OFF the PC (if connected) can control the MCR
in remote the MCR selects the last valid current
selected via the bus before power was lost
If the BUS becomes operational, the MCR follows the BUS.
At any moment, a local operator can turn the selector and override
the BUS.
If the bus does not come back on line before 5 seconds have
elapsed, the MCR reacts in the same way as if a bus breakdown
occurred (see there). The programmed bus time-out is ignored.
At BUS
The MCR reacts depending on the bf_brkdwn parameter.
Breakdown
(Note that this parameter does not exist in Stopbar mode)
If the bf_brkdwn parameter is:
Present the MCR stays on the present step until a power-out occurs or
until the BUS returns.
Default if the last step command received via the BUS was OFF, the
MCR remains OFF (e.g. if the MCR controls an approach array
which is currently not in use, we don’t want it to suddenly light
up).
But, if the BUS selected a step, the MCR switches to the
preprogrammed default output current defined by bf_def.
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8.5 Parameters
8.5.1 Overview
Introduction In this chapter you will find all the information about the parameters .
Contents This chapter contains the following topics
Topic
BUS A Diagnostic counters
BUS B Diagnostic counters
Diagnostic subfunctions
8.5.4 Diagnostic subfunctions, Continued
MCR status
Error codes
Control parameters.
Preset parameters
Command parameters
Output Current parameters
Mains parameters
CCR Identification
EFD parameters
LFD parameters
BUS A and piggyback parameters
MCR display parameters
Calibration parameters
BUS B parameters
Circuit Selector parameters
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8.5.2 BUS A Diagnostic counters
Table A-2-1a The table below lists the parameters related to the BUS A diagnostic
counters. All counters can be read, but not written to. They can be cleared,
individually or in group, but only using Diagnostic subfunctions (see page
163).
Address Parameter Description Attr

Abs Rel Name
0 0 tot_mess_a incremented for each received message free of R
communication or CRC errors
1 1 crc_err_a incremented for any received message with a R
CRC error regardless whether the message
was destined for this slave, for any other slave
or was an acknowledgment from another
slave.
2 2 exception_a incremented when an exception occurs (see R
Exception Message page 142)
3 3 own_mess_a incremented for each message destined for R
this slave
4 4 no_resp_a incremented if a broadcast message is R
received or if the message is for this slave but
it is in listen only mode
5 5 nak_cnt_a reserved for future expansions R
6 6 slv_busy_a reserved for future expansions R
7 7 overrun_a incremented for each communication error R
such as framing, overrun,...
8 8 silent_a flag register: set in "force listen only mode". R
This flag can be cleared only by the "restart
communications option" subfunction (see
Diagnostic subfunctions page 163)
9 9 dummy D
A A dummy D
B B dummy D
C C dummy D
D D dummy D
E E dummy D
F F dummy D
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8.5.3 BUS B Diagnostic counters
Table A-2-1b The table below lists the parameters related to the BUS B diagnostic
counters. All counters can be read, but not written to. They can be cleared,
individually or in group, but only using Diagnostic subfunctions (see page
163).

Abs Rel Name
10 0 tot_mess_b incremented for each received message free of R
communication or CRC errors
11 1 crc_err_b incremented for any received message with a R
slave.
12 2 exception_b incremented when an exception occurs (see R
Exception Message page 142)
13 3 own_mess_b incremented for each message destined for R
this slave
14 4 no_resp_b incremented if a broadcast message is R
received or if the message is for this slave but
it is in listen only mode
15 5 nak_cnt_b reserved for future expansions R
16 6 slv_busy_b reserved for future expansions R
17 7 overrun_b incremented for each communication error R
18 8 silent_b flag register: set in "force listen only mode". R
This flag can be cleared only by the "restart
communications option" subfunction (see
Diagnostic subfunctions page 163)
19 9 dummy D
1A A dummy D
1B B dummy D
1C C dummy D
1D D dummy D
1E E dummy D
1F F dummy D
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8.5.4 Diagnostic subfunctions
Table A-2-sub The table below lists the Diagnostic subfunctions.

Sub- Description
function
0000 Return query data (dialogue test). To this request the slave returns
the data word received from the master. No other action is taken.
0001 Restart communications option. All the diagnostic counters are
cleared.
If the slave was in listen-only mode, the silent flag is cleared, but no
acknowledgment is send back.
If the slave was allowed to respond, a normal acknowledgment is
returned.
See also 0010.
0002 not used
0003 not used
0004 Force listen only mode. This function sets the silent flag. No
acknowledgment is generated. All subsequent messages will be
executed, but there will be no acknowledgments.
0010 Clear counters and registers. All diagnostic counters are cleared.
The silent flag remains unchanged (see also 0001)
For the following subfunctions, the acknowledgment is only generated if the
slave is not in listen-only mode. The contents of the corresponding counter is
returned.
0011 Return BUS message count --> tot_mess
0012 Return BUS communication error count --> crc_err
0013 Return BUS exception error count --> exception
0014 Return SLAVE message count --> own_mess
0015 Return SLAVE no response count Æ no_resp
0016 Return SLAVE NAK count --> nak_cnt
0017 Return SLAVE busy count --> slv_busy
0018 Return BUS overrun count --> overrun
0019 not used
0020 not used
0021 not used
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8.5.4 Diagnostic subfunctions, Continued
Table A-2-2 The table below lists the parameters related to the communication between
the basic print and the Jbus piggyback.
All counters can be individually or in group modified.

Abs Rel Name
20 0 pgy_mcr_lost incremented at each communication RW
breakdown between piggyback and MCR
21 1 pgy_tx_err incremented when the piggyback detects a RW
transmit error to the MCR
22 2 pgy_rx_err incremented when the piggyback detects a RW
reception error from the MCR
23 3 pgy_crc_err: CRC error on the acknowledgment received RW
from the MCR
24 4 pgy_mess_err: all messages to the MCR are sequentially RW
numbered. If the MCR responds with a
message number different from the last
transmission, this counter is incremented
25 5 pgy_no_ack: incremented if the MCR fails to acknowledge RW
before the time-out expires
26 6 pgy_lng_err: for debug only RW
27 7 pgy_unknown_par: for debug only RW
28 8 pgy_sn_chgd: for debug only RW
29 9 pgy_tx_buff_ovf: for debug only RW
2A A ccr_tx_buff_ovf: for debug only RW
2B B ccr_unknown_par: for debug only RW
2C C ccr_wrong_sn: for debug only RW
2D D ccr_size_err: for debug only RW
2E E ccr_not_dt: for debug only RW
2F F ccr_unknown_cmd: for debug only RW
30 10 dummy D
31 Æ 39 dummy D
3A Æ 3F dummy D
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8.5.5 MCR status
Table A-2-3 The table below lists the parameters related to the MCR status.
Address Parameter Name Description Attr

Abs Rel HI-byte LO-byte
40 0 mcr_status • Bit 0= mcr_event: set if an event occurred in the R
MCR (see Master Software (proposal) page 148).
• Bit 1= db_chgd: data base of MCR changed (for
communication between piggyback and MCR only, it
is never passed to the master). If this bit is set, the
data base of the MCR has changed. This can happen
if there is a PC connected which becomes master
and through which the operator has changed some
parameter(s). When the piggyback receives this bit, it
clears the db_valid flag, reads the complete data
base from the MCR and then sets the db_valid flag
again. The BUS master will have detected the
missing db_valid flag and will refresh its data base
after the bit is set again.
• Bit 2,3= mcr_master: 0,0: Local selector switch;
0,1: PC and 1,0: BUS (see p. 151)
• Bit 7= db_valid: set if piggyback data base valid
(see The piggyback board page 144)
• Bit 13: if set, the other bus is down (*)
• Bit 14: if set, primary bus lost access rights (*)
• Bit 15: if set, this is primary bus, else, this is
redundant bus(*)
(*)These last 3 bits are only significant in dual mode
bus.
41 1 ctrl_mode True mechanical position of the brightness selector R
switch. Refer to MCR Mastership, page 151.
01hex -->08hex: step 1 to 8/ 40hex: OFF = mode PC/
80hex: remote (BUS)
42 2 act_step Currently active step: returns a value of 0 (OFF) to 8 R
telling the step to which the output current is closest.
43 3 efd_err efd_leak efd_err: EFD module errors + scale: Bits 0, 1 and 2 R
indicate an error in the mod.
(only if EFD module • Bit 0: Minimum leakage level out of range
installed) • Bit 1: Maximum leakage level out of range
• Bit 2: 500 V supply out of range
• Bit 3 = 0 for 20 µ A EFD scale;
= 1 for 200 µ A EFD scale
efd_leak: valid only if Bit 0 of efd_ctrl is set and if the
efd_leak value is not FFhex.
tempo = efd_range * 2.5 / efd_leak
true isolation resistance (in Mohm): true_isol_res =
(tempo * 10) - 2.5 if bit 3 of efd_err = 0.
tempo - 2.5 if bit 3 of efd_err = 1
8.5.4 MCR status, Continued
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Table A-2-3 (continued)

44 4 burnt_lamps Holds the number of burnt lamps. If no LFD module R
present: 80hex.
45 5 i_out i_out binary image of the output current R
Step 1: correct measurement in function of
calibration:
i_out is 16 bit: do all calculations also in 16 bit
If MS Bit is set in cal_i_out (see page 182):
temp = i_out - ((i_out * (FFhex - cal_i_out)) / 512)
else: temp = i_out + (i_out * cal_i_out)) / 512)
Step 2: true RMS output current:
true_i_out = true_i_max * temp / 51200 Amp
(all computations in floating point)
46 6 v_out binary image of the output voltage: if there is no LFD R
module, this reads 0.
Step 1: find true voltage; temp =
v_out * lam_v_out_scale / lam_v_out_gain
Step 2: correct for hardware; if (hdw_vout_sel)
temp *= (float) hdw_vout_hi/ 100.0
else: temp *= (float) hdw_vout_lo/ 100.0
Step 3: correct for calibration; If MS Bit is set in
cal_v_out (see page 182): true_v_out =
temp - (temp * (FFhex - cal_v_out) / 512)
else: true_v_out = temp + (temp * cal_v_out / 512)
47 7 W_out binary image of the output power: If there is no LFD R
module, this reads 0.
Step 1: find true output power;
temp = w_out * lam_v_out_scale * true_i_max
temp = temp * hdw_w_out / 100000
Step 2: correct for calibration; If MSBit is set in
cal_w_out (see page 182): true_w_out =
temp - (temp * (FFhex - cal_w_out) / 512)
else true_w_out = temp + (temp * cal_w_out / 512)
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8.5.4 MCR status, Continued

48 8 i_in binary image of the input current R
Step 1: true mains supply current
If i_in_scale = 1: temp = i_in * 0.125 Amp
Step 2: correct for calibration
If MS Bit is set in cal_i_in (see page 182):
true_i_in = temp - (temp * (FFhex - cal_i_in) / 512)
else true_i_in = temp + (temp * cal_i_in / 512)
49 9 v_in binary image of the mains supply voltage R
Step 1: find true voltage;
temp = v_in * true_v_in_nom / 150.0
Step 2: correct for calibration
If MS Bit is set in cal_v_in (see page 182):
true_v_in = temp - (temp * (FFhex - cal_v_in) / 512)
else true_v_in = temp + (temp * cal_v_in / 512)
4A A w_in binary image of the input power R
Step 1: find true input power; temp = w_in *
true_v_in_nom
If i_in_scale = 1; temp = temp * 0.125 Amp
Step 2: correct for calibration;
If MS Bit is set in cal_w_in (see page 182):
true_w_in = temp - (temp * (FFhex - cal_w_in) / 512)
else true_w_in = temp + (temp * cal_w_in / 512)
4B B out_ang binary image of the thyristor conduction angle R
true_out_ang = out_ang / period_in *180
4C C hdw_vout_sel this flag indicates which of the constants to use to D
compute the true output voltage:
0= hdw_vout_lo
1= hdw_vout_hi
4D D dummy D
4E E dummy D
4F F dummy D
50 10 dummy D
51 Æ 59 dummy D
5A Æ 5F dummy D
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8.5.6 Error codes
Table A-2-4 The table below lists the parameters related to the error codes.
If either of these parameters is non-zero, then bit 0 will be set in the
mcr_status parameter in the status block.
Unspecified bits are unused and remain 0.

60 0 err_100 Bit 0: MCR CPU self test failed R
61 1 err_300 Bit 0: MCR switched OFF for OVERCURRENT R
Bit 1: Crest factor too high
Bit 2: MCR in shut-down too long
Bit 3: MCR switched off because of OPEN CIRCUIT
Bit 4: MCR measurement connector is disconnected
Bit 5: Output current deviates
Bit 6: MCR is in OVERLOAD
Bit 7: Output current is unstable
Bit 8: Asymmetric level reached
62 2 err_400 LFD module errors: R
Bit 0: level 1 of number of burnt lamps exceeded
Bit 1: level 2 of number of burnt lamps exceeded
Bit 2: level 1 of VA-drop is exceeded
Bit 3: level 2 of VA-drop is exceeded
Bit 4: error in LFD “reference” calibration
Bit 5: error in LFD “removed lamps” calibration
63 3 err_500 EFD module errors R
Bit 0: EFD level 1 is exceeded
Bit 1: EFD level 2 is exceeded
Bit 2: EFD Ohm test active
64 4 err_600 Mains voltage errors; R
Bit 0: Mains voltage too LOW;
Bit 1: Mains voltage too HIGH;
Bit 2: Mains voltage unstable
65 5 err_bus Bit 0: Bus A is down R
Bit 1: Bus B is down
Bit 2: Bus A and B down
Bit 6: Primary bus has lost rights
Bit 7: Bus A is primary bus
66 6 dummy D
67 7 dummy D
68 8 dummy D
69 9 dummy D
6A A dummy D
6B B dummy D
6C C dummy D
6D D dummy D
6E E dummy D
6F F dummy D
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8.5.7 Control parameters.
Table A-2-5 The table below lists the parameters related to the control parameters.

70 0 Circ. Sel. Circuit selection. RW
Bit 0 (Hex value=10): Circuit 1,
Bit 1 (Hex value=20): Circuit 2, …
Bit 7 (Hex value=80): Circuit 8
Make the sum of the hex values of the first 4 bits (0 to
3) and of the last 4 bits (4 to 7).
Divide the sum by 10 and transform it in a hex value.
The HI-byte is composed of these 2 last hex values
next to each other (at the left side the hex value of
the last 4 bits).
req_step Remote control: with this parameter the BUS controls

the MCR provided the BUS is the MCR master.
Valid values are:
• If the MCR is in step mode:
∗ 1 to num_step if the MCR is switched ON to
the selected step or
∗ > num_step if the MCR is switched to the last
defined step.
• If the MCR is in stepless mode:
∗ 0 : MCR is OFF;
∗ 45h Æ FFh: MCR is switched ON and outputs
a current given by :
selected step * I_max/ FFhex.
45h corresponds to the minimum output current that
the MCR can deliver.
71 1 sh_down shut down mode: this is a remote control to switch-off RW
the MCR thyristors and allow the output current to
become 0. To be used in conjunction with the circuit
selector.
72 2 dummy D
73 3 dummy D
74 4 dummy D
75 5 dummy D
76 6 dummy D
77 7 dummy D
78 8 dummy D
79 9 dummy D
7A A dummy D
7B B dummy D
7C C dummy D
7D D dummy D
7E E dummy D
7F F dummy D
8.5.8 Preset parameters
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Table A-2-6 The table below lists the parameters related to the preset parameters.
For a description of the use of the presets, see the Section 7: PC control and
monitoring.
The values stored here determine a current as defined by the formula:
preset value * I_max/ FFhex.
All values between 45hex and FFhex are valid and also 0 to switch OFF the
MCR.
Once the presets are programmed, they can be used by writing to the preset
parameter defined in the command parameter block (see further).

80 0 preset_0 RW
preset_1
81 1 preset_2 RW
preset_3
82 2 preset_4 RW
preset_5
83 3 preset_6 RW
preset_7
84 4 preset_8 RW
preset_9
85 5 preset_10preset_11 RW
86 6 preset_12preset_13 RW
87 7 preset_14 RW
preset_15
88 8 dummy D
89 9 dummy D
8A A dummy D
8B B dummy D
8C C dummy D
8D D dummy D
8E E dummy D
8F F dummy D
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8.5.9 Command parameters
Table A-2-7 The table below lists the parameters related to the command parameters.
All the parameters in this block must be used one at a time and should not
be transmitted as a block, but as single parameters.
In the MCR, it is the fact of receiving a write command of a non-zero value
which will activate the command. The transmitted value is irrelevant and is
not even stored in the MCR. After reception and execution of this command,
this parameter should be cleared in the master data base to avoid accidental
transmission of non-zero values.

90 0 rem_reset If an MCR error occurred (e.g. switch off as a W
consequence of an open circuit) there are two
possibilities to restart the MCR, depending on the
rem_reset flag:
• If this flag is 0, the only way to reactivate the MCR
is to push the reset button on the front panel.
• If this flag is not 0, the MCR can also be remotely
activated by putting the "reset via BUS" parameter
to a non-zero value and sending it to the MCR.
91 1 preset Write here the number of the preset (defined above in W
preset parameters) to set the MCR output current.
The MCR uses a last-takes-precedence scheme
between the selected preset and the req_step
parameter (see Control parameters.
page 169).
92 2 dummy D
93 3 Save to EEPROM After the master has modified parameters in the MCR W
data base, they are stored in its RAM only. To keep
them permanently, they must be saved to the
EEPROM of the MCR.
Before issuing this command, you must first write the
current date/ time stamp in offset 6, 7 and 8 of this
block; afterwards, set the save parameter to 1 and
send it to the MCR.
The date/ time of the last save to EEPROM can be
read back in the mcr_id block.
94 4 Restore from If the MCR data base was erroneously modified by W
EEPROM the master, or if there was some remote testing going
on, the master can restore the last known good
configuration which was stored in the EEPROM of
the MCR by putting a non-zero value in this
parameter and transmitting it to the MCR.
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8.5.9 Command parameters, Continued
95 5 Bus Control Writing the value AA55hex to this parameter forces W

the MCR to use this bus as the primary bus; the other
bus becomes the redundant bus.
Bit 15 in “mcr_status” will be set for this bus and
cleared for the other bus.
Bit 14 is cleared.
96 6 Date/ time stamp of Format: 6 binary bytes W
last save to Msbyte: year after 1900
EEPROM month (1 to 12)
day of month (1 to 31)
hours (0 to 23)
minutes (0 to 59)
Lsbyte: seconds (0 to 59)
97 Æ AF dummy D
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8.5.10 Output Current parameters
Table A-2-8 The table below lists the parameters related to the output current
parameters.

B0 0 i_max_scale Binary image of the maximum output current. R
The true maximum output current is given by:
true_i_max = i_max * 0.05 Amp, if i_max_scale = 0
i_max else true_i_max = i_max * 0.1 Amp
(all computations in floating point).
B1 1 num_step Defines the number of steps. Valid values are 3 to 8. RW
When this parameter is changed, all step values are
reset to predefined default values.
B2 2 B2 B1 B1 - B8: individual step values. RW
B3 3 B4 B3 The step value is expressed as 1/ 255 of i_max. RW
B4 4 B6 B5 The true step values are given by: RW
B5 5 B8 B7 true_step_value = B(i) * true_i_max/ 255 RW
Step values must increase in value from B1 to B8. If
num_step is set to a number < 8, then the unused
steps must be set to the same value as the last used
step.
B6 6 ovc_I_del1 ovc_i_l1 2 overcurrent levels: a lower L1 and a higher L2. R
B7 7 ovc_I_del2 ovc_i_l2 For level 1, each bit corresponds to 0.05 % of
true_i_max and for level 2 this is 0.1 % per bit.
The true levels are resp. given by:
true_ovc_i_l1 = ovc_i_l1 * true_i_max / 20
true_ovc_i_l2 = ovc_i_l2 * true_i_max / 10
It limits the levels to resp. 12.75 and 25.0 % of i_max
Attached to each of the above levels are delay times,
the lower level has a longer time, the higher level a
shorter. The idea is that a small overcurrent can be
permitted for a longer time than a higher one. The
true delays are given by:
true_ovc_i_del1 = ovc_i_del1 / 20
true_ovc_i_del2 = ovc_i_del2 / 200
The limits are resp. 12.75 sec and 1.27 sec (at 50Hz)
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8.5.10 Output Current parameters, Continued

B8 8 asy_I_del asy_I_lev If there is an asymmetry between positive and R
negative half-waves in the output current, this can be
measured and compared to the asy_i_lev parameter.
The true value: true_asy_i_lev = asy_i_lev / 10
This allows a max. level of 25.5 %.
Attached to this level is a detection delay. The value
is directly given in seconds; the maximum delay is
thus 255 seconds.
B9 9 off_if_ovl This is a flag which determines the way in which the R
MCR reacts to an overload. If the flag is cleared to 0,
an overload will switch OFF the MCR. For any other
value of the flag, the MCR remains ON.
BA A reg_i_del Step settling time: when a new step is selected or R
when the MCR is switched ON, the requested step
must be reached faster than the reg_i_del time else
a regulation error is generated.
The true settling time is given by:
true_reg_i_del = reg_i_del / 20.
The upper limit of this time is thus 12.75 sec.
BB B stp_spd sw_on_del Step settling speed: this parameter controls the step R
settling speed with which the MCR will switch from
one step to another step.
Its true value is given by:
Binary: FFhex True: 0.0 sec
2Ahex 0.5 sec
0Ehex 1.0 sec
08hex 1.5 sec
06hex 2.0 sec
04hex 2.5 sec
sw_on_del: if the MCR is rapidly switched OFF and
again ON, this delay will retard the switch ON.
The true delay is:
true_sw_on_del = sw_on_del / 100
The upper limit is 2.55 sec at 50 Hz.
BC C dummy D
BD D dummy D
BE E dummy D
BF F dummy D
C0 Æ CF dummy D
174
8.5.11 Mains parameters
Table A-2-9 The table below lists the parameters related to the mains parameters.

D0 0 V_in_scale binary image of the nominal mains supply voltage. R
v_in_nom The true nom. voltage is given by: true_v_in_nom =
v_in_nom * 1.25 Volt if v_in_scale = 0
else, true_v_in_nom = v_in_nom * 2.5 Volt
(all computations in floating point).
D1 1 V_in_high v_in_low Mains switch-on and switch-off levels. When the R
MCR is active and the mains power supply sags,
then the MCR will switch-off when the low level is
reached. If the mains supply rises again above the
high level, the MCR will switch on automatically.
The true levels are given by:
true_v_in_high = v_in_high * 150 / 100
true_v_in_low = v_in_low * 150 / 100
Care must be taken that the high level is at least 5%
higher than the low level.
D2 2 v_in_warn Mains warning level. If the mains supply exceeds the R
value of this parameter, a warning is generated.
True level: true_v_in_warn = v_in_warn * 150 / 100
D3 3 I_in_scale This parameter is set according to the installed power R
module: 26, 43 or 110 Amp. This is represented in
the i_in_scale parameter as:
• 26 Amp module = 1;
• 43 Amp module = 2;
• 110 Amp module = 3.
D4 4 period_in Binary image of mains frequency (the MCR can only R
do a mains frequency measurement when an output
current is present). The measurement is compared to
3 levels in order to classify it in 50 or 60 Hz.
If period_in < 100; invalid measurement
If period_in < 130; true_frequency = 60
if period_in < 170; true_frequency = 50; else,
invalid measurement.
D5 5 dummy D
D6 6 dummy D
D7 7 dummy D
D8 8 dummy D
D9 9 dummy D
DB Æ DF dummy D
175
8.5.12 CCR Identification
Table A-2-10 The table below lists the parameters related to the CCR identification.

E0 0 ccr_id[0] ccr_id[1] MCR ID: user name for the MCR. You can attribute RW
E1 1 ccr_id[2] ccr_id[3] an 8 character string to the MCR to identify it easier. RW
E2 2 ccr_id[4] ccr_id[5] The 8 characters are stored in the array in 4 words RW
E3 3 ccr_id[6] ccr_id[7] with the MSChar in the MSByte of the first word. RW
E4 4 year_code MCR serial number S/N. This is a unique number R
E5 5 SN attributed to the MCR in the factory. As defined by R
SN ISO 9000, this number allows us to identify the
module unambiguously. The S/N has the following
structure: YY-NNNN, where: YY are the 2 last digits
of the year (1996 --> 96) and NNNN is the sequential
production number in that year.
E6 6 MCR firmware On the MCR board is located an EPROM with R
version firmware. The firmware version is defined as X.YZ
where X, Y and Z are digits in the range 0 to 9.
In this parameter the decimal point of the version is
dropped and the resulting number XYZ transformed
in Hexadecimal format and stored in the parameter.
E7 7 year month e2p_dt: setup save date. To initialize and setup the R
E8 8 day hours MCR parameters, a PC must be connected to the R
E9 9 minutes seconds MCR. The parameters entered in this way must at the R
end of the setup be copied to a non-volatile EEPROM
on the MCR board. At that moment, the date and
time are stored in the EEPROM too.
This data/time is found in the parameter and allows
the user to verify via the BUS when the last
modification occurred. Format: 6 BINARY bytes.
EA A Piggy firmware On the piggyback board is located an EPROM with R
version firmware. The firmware version is defined as X.YZ
where X, Y and Z are digits in the range 0 to 9. In this
parameter the decimal point of the version is dropped
and the resulting number XYZ transformed in
hexadecimal format and stored in the parameter.
EB Æ EF dummy D
176
8.5.13 EFD parameters
Table A-2-11 The table below lists the parameters related to the EFD parameters.

F0 0 efd_stat Bit 0: 0 = no EFD module; 1 = EFD module present. R
If the module is not present, the other EFD parameters
have no significance.
F1 1 efd_ctrl Bit 0: 0 = EFD disabled. 1 = EFD enabled RW
Bit 1: 0 = EFD continuous measurement.
1 = EFD interval measurement
Bit 2: 0 = EFD, continue normal operation
1 = EFD, stop measurement when switching
circuits
1 = EFD, reset error indication if switching
circuits
1 = EFD, stop measurement if no circuits
selected
F2 2 efd_lev_1 efd_lev_2 Warning levels: you can fix 2 warning levels which will RW
generate an error if the isolation is lower than the
specified value(s). The true levels are (in Mohm):
true_efd_l1 = (efd_range * 2.5 / efd_lev_1) - 2.5
true_efd_l2 = (efd_range * 2.5 / efd_lev_2) - 2.5
F3 3 efd_interval The isolation measurement can be executed RW
continuously or at regular intervals as defined by bit 1
of efd_ctrl. This param. defines the interval. The true
interval is: true_efd_interval = efd_interval * 5
F4 4 efd_max_leak During calibration a lower and an upper level are R
efd_min_leak) determined. These limits are used to convert R
measurements to true resistance values. A derived
value efd_range used elsewhere is given by:
efd_range = efd_max_leak - (efd_min_leak / 2)
F5 5 dummy D
F6 6 efd_reset If a leakage error was detected by the MCR, it remains W
stored (e.g. during rainy weather, there can be a small
leak which disappears when the sun heats the
runway). To clear it, efd_reset must be set to 1 and
sent to the MCR.
Efd_reset must be cleared after transmission.
F7 7 efd_ohm_test Without doing a complete calibration, you can verify W
the EFD module by forcing an ohm test. When the
parameter is transmitted with bit 0 set, the MCR will
start the test, do a measurement and stop the test after
a few seconds.
Bit 0: 0 = no Ohm test,
1 = Ohm test running.
This bit must be cleared after transmission
F8 year month Last EFD calibration date R
F9 day hours R
FA minutes seconds R
177
FBÆFF dummy D
178
8.5.14 LFD parameters
Table A-2-12 The table below lists the parameters related to the LFD parameters.

100 0 lam_stat Bit 0: if 1, then LFD is calibrated; else it is not. R
101 1 lam_inh Bit 0: if 1 LFD is disabled RW
Bit 1: if 1 LFD is in degraded mode i.e. there will be
no error if the number of burnt out lamps exceeds the
first level. The second level remains operational.
Degraded mode does not apply to the va_drop
alarm.
102 2 lam_vout_scale used for the calculation of v_out (see “MCR status”) R
103 3 lam_vout_gain used for the calculation of v_out (see “MCR status”) R
104 4 lam_lev_1 lam_lev_2 LFD alarm levels. Any value between 1 and 31. RW
If the LFD detects that a level is reached, the
corresponding bit will be set in err_400.
105 5 lam_drop_1 VA drop alarm levels. The true value is given by: RW
lam_drop_2 true_drop = lam_drop * 0.2.
If the LFD detects that a level is reached, the
corresponding bit will be set in err_400.
106 6 lam_lev_del Delay times to allow the system to settle before an RW
lam_drop_del alarm is given. Both delay are expressed in seconds.
107 7 hdw_vout_lo Hardware constants used by the v_out calculation R
108 8 hdw_vout_hi (see “MCR status”)The selection of the constant is R
determined by the hdw_vout_sel flag.
109 year month Last LFD calibration date R
10A day hours R
10B minutes seconds R
10C->10F dummy D
179
8.5.15 BUS A and piggyback parameters
Table A-2-13 The table below lists the parameters related to the BUS A and piggyback
parameters.

110 0 arbiter bf_mode arbiter = 2: “Disabled” R
arbiter = 3: “A only”
arbiter = 4: “B only”
arbiter = 5: “A then B”
arbiter = 6: “B then A”
bf_mode = 0: NORMAL mode
bf_mode = 1: STOPBAR mode
111 1 local_kill local_kill = 0: Local control allowed RW
local_kill = 1: Local control inhibited
112 2 bf_time_a Bf_def holds the default output current. R
bf_def Bf_time_a is the BUS A time-out of the master.
The true values are given by:
true_bf_def = bf_def (binary) * true_i_max / 255
(in Ampere)
true_bf_time_a = bf_time_a (binary) / 2 (in second)
113 3 bf_brkdwn bf_brkdwn = 0: stay on present step if BUS R
breakdown;
bf_brkdwn = 1: go to bf_def if BUS breakdown.
114 4 rem_reset See "rem_reset" in the block. R
115 5 rc_par_2_a rc_par_1_a: JBUS baudrate, define the JBUS R
rc_par_1_a baudrate: 1 = 150; 2 = 300; 3 = 600; 4 = 1200;
116 6 rc_par_4_a 5 = 2400; 6 = 4800; 7 = 9600; 8 = 19200; R
rc_par_3_a 9 = 38400
117 7 rc_par_6_a rc_par_2_a: JBUS parity; 0 = none --> 2 stop bits; R
rc_par_5_a 1 = odd --> 1 stop bit; 2 = even --> 1 stop bit
118 8 rc_par_8_a Other parameters not yet used. R
rc_par_7_a
119 9 rc_par_10_a R
rc_par_9_a
11A>11F dummy D
180
8.5.16 MCR display parameters
Table A-2-14 The table below lists the parameters related to the MCR display parameters.

120 0 dsp_sel dsp_sel_def The dsp_sel parameter defines which parameter RW
value is displayed on the MCR local display:
• 0 = " Iout ";
• 1 = " Step "
• 2 = "VAout % "
• 3 = " Vout "
• 4 = " LAM "
• 5 = " EFD "
• 6 = " CCR ID "
• 7 = "LMP TEST".
dsp_sel_def: After expiration of the dsp_hold time,
the display returns to the default display defined here
and having one of the above 0 to 6 values (Lamp test
not allowed)
121 1 dsp_hold dec_separ dsp_hold defines the time the parameter dsp_sel RW
remains on display:
true_dsp_hold (minutes) = dsp_hold (binary) / 12
dec_separ defines whether the decimal separator on
the local display is a comma or a period.
Bit 0: 0 = comma;
1 = period.
122 2 imp_test Setting Bit 0 to 1 switches ON all the LEDS on the RW
MCR.
123 3 dummy D
124 4 dummy D
125 5 dummy D
126 6 dummy D
127 7 dummy D
128 8 dummy D
128Æ129 dummy D
12A>12F dummy D
181
8.5.17 Calibration parameters
Table A-2-15 The table below lists the parameters related to the calibration parameters.
These parameters are read only and used to compute the true input/ output
values.

130 0 cal_v_out R
131 1 cal_i_out R
132 2 cal_w_out R
133 3 hdw_w_out R
134 4 cal_v_in R
135 5 cal_i_in R
136 6 cal_w_in R
137Æ139 Dummy D
13A>13F Dummy D
182
8.5.18 BUS B parameters
Table A-2-16 The table below lists the parameters related to the BUS B and piggyback
parameters.

140 0 bf_time_b bf_time_b = Bus time out. The true value is: R
true_bf_time_b = bf_time_b (binary) / 2 (in second)
141 1 rc_par_2_b rc_par_1_b: JBUS baudrate, define the JBUS R
rc_par_1_b baudrate: 1 = 150; 2 = 300; 3 = 600; 4 = 1200;
142 2 rc_par_4_b 5 = 2400; 6 = 4800; 7 = 9600; 8 = 19200; R
rc_par_3_b 9 = 38400
143 3 rc_par_6_b rc_par_2_b: JBUS parity; 0 = none --> 2 stop bits; R
rc_par_5_b 1 = odd --> 1 stop bit; 2 = even --> 1 stop bit
144 4 rc_par_8_b Other parameters not yet used. R
rc_par_7_b
145 5 rc_par_10_b R
rc_par_9_b
146 6 dummy D
147 7 dummy D
148 8 dummy D
149 9 dummy D
14A A dummy D
14B B dummy D
14C C dummy D
14D D dummy D
14E E dummy D
14F F dummy D
183
8.5.19 Circuit Selector parameters
Table A-2-17 The table below lists the parameters related to the Circuit Selector
parameters.

150 0 H_ovfl bit =1: Hour counter overflow of circuit R
Bit 0 = Circ. 1, Bit 1 = Circ. 2, … ,Bit 7 = Circ. 8.
Cs_pres 0: MCR without CSM or 1: MCR is programmed for

CSM
This bit indicates only that the MCR was programmed
for CSM during setup. It gives no evidence about the
presence of a CSM (see Cs_mode)
151 1 Cs_Mode Bit 0 = 1: CSM configured for simultaneous operation R
0: CSM configured for alternate operation
Bit 1 = 1: Keep circuits ON at low mains voltage
0: switch OFF all circuits at low mains voltage
Bit 7 = 1: no CSM connected to the MCR
0: CSM connected to the MCR
Num_circ Number of enabled circuits (See Dip-Switch SW1 on

logic board of CSM)
152 2 Loc_ctrl Bit = 1: When MCR is in local control, the circuit will R
switch ON.
Inh_ctrl Bit = 1: Corresponding switch of Dip-switch SW2 on

logic board of CSM is in position ON.
153 3 Def_circ If there is a communication break-down and after the R
time-out has expired, the CSM will automatically
activate the circuits corresponding to the bits found
here.
I_lim_hrs This value is the lower limit of the output current to

start the hour counters. If the current is lower than
this limit, the counters will remain unchanged. valid
values are between 10h (approx. 0.5A) and C8h
(6.6A).
154 4 Req_ctrl This is the request as received by the CSM. It is R
extracted from the local request, the BUS request
and the laptop request. The choice depends on the
local selector on the MCR.
VI_stat Voltage and current measurement

Bit 0 = 1: mains voltage is LOW
Bit 1 = 1: output current is 0
8.5.19 Circuit Selector parameters
184
155 5 Cl_hrs_cnt Bit = 1: Reset of hour counters of corresponding RW

circuit.
Bit 0 : Circ. 1, Bit 1 : Circ. 2, … Bit 7 : Circ. 8.
Clr_cnt Bit 0 = 1: clear error counter

Bit 1 = 1: clear total message counter
156 6 Vers_CS CSM Software version R
On the CSM Logic board is located an EPROM with
firmware. The firmware version is defined as X.YZ
where X, Y and Z are digits in the range 0 to 9.
in Hexadecimal format and stored in the parameter
157 7 Vers_CS_UI CSM User interface software version R
On the CSM User Interface board is located an OTP-
microcontroller with firmware. The firmware version is
defined as X.YZ where X, Y and Z are digits in the
range 0 to 9.
in Hexadecimal format and stored in the parameter
158 8 Dummy D
159 9 Dummy D
185
8.5.20 Circuit Selector parameters, continued
parameters, hour counters.

160 0 Hrs_cnt_1 Hour counters , total time , circuit 1: High word R
161 1 Hrs_cnt_1 Hour counters , total time , circuit 1: Low word R
16A A Hrs_cnt_6 Hour counters , total time , circuit 6: High word R
16B B Hrs_cnt_6 Hour counters , total time , circuit 6: Low word R
16C C Hrs_cnt_7 Hour counters , total time , circuit 7: High word R
16D D Hrs_cnt_7 Hour counters , total time , circuit 7: Low word R
16E E Hrs_cnt_8 Hour counters , total time , circuit 8: High word R
16F F Hrs_cnt_8 Hour counters , total time , circuit 8: Low word R
parameters, hour counters.

170 0 Hrs_lim_1 Hour counters , threshold level , circuit 1: High word RW
171 1 Hrs_lim_1 Hour counters , threshold level , circuit 1: Low word RW
17A A Hrs_lim_6 Hour counters , threshold level , circuit 6: High word RW
17B B Hrs_lim_6 Hour counters , threshold level , circuit 6: Low word RW
17C C Hrs_lim_7 Hour counters , threshold level , circuit 7: High word RW
17D D Hrs_lim_7 Hour counters , threshold level , circuit 7: Low word RW
17E E Hrs_lim_8 Hour counters , threshold level , circuit 8: High word RW
17F F Hrs_lim_8 Hour counters , threshold level , circuit 8: Low word RW
186
8.5.20 Circuit Selector parameters, continued
parameters, communication link MCR-CSM.

Abs Rel Name
180 0 csm_tot_mess Incremented for each received message free R
of communication or CRC errors
181 1 csm_crc_err Incremented for any received message with a R
slave.
182 2 csm_overrun Incremented for each communication error R
183 3 csm_time_out For debug only R
184 4 csm_tx_err Incremented when the piggyback detects a R
transmit error to the CSM
185 5 csm_rx_err Incremented when the piggyback detects a R
reception error to the CSM
186 6 csm_CRC_err CRC error on the acknowledgment received R
from the CSM
187 7 csm_nak_cnt Incremented if the CSM fails to acknowledge R
before the time-out expires
188 8 csm_lng_err For debug only R
189 9 Dummy R
18A A Dummy R
18B B Dummy R
18C C Dummy R
18D D Dummy R
18E E Dummy R
18F F Dummy R
187
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Instruction Manual

AM.06.350e-JB Edition 4.1

Record of Change AM 06.350e-JB – Multiplex:J-Bus

Revision Description Editor Checked Date

2.0 Update to software version 1.21 TXA RB 2/ 98

2.1 Introduction of RV - DV terminals and Cut-out SCO TXA RB 5/ 98

3.2 Revised housing and power transformer MCR 4 up to DSE RB 10/00

Please, read this carefully before installing the MCR!

Please, read this carefully before installing the MCR!

Section 1 General Information and Requirements 9

Section 5 Parts list 74

Section 7 PC control and monitoring 95

Section 8 J-Bus - Software 137

TABLE 1-1: MCR OUTPUT CIRCUIT VALUES 10

General Information and Requirements

Purpose This instruction manual provides general information about installation,

1.2 Technical Description

1.2.1 Technical Data

* 25 and 30kVA, only with 380 - 415V

1.2.2 Output circuit values

Table 1-1 Table 1-1: MCR output circuit values

2.5 kVA 6,6 378 1895 530 750

1 50 Hz- RMS voltage during 1 min

1.2.3 Current regulation limits

Conditions • from short circuit to full load

1.2.4 RV-DV terminals and Cutout SCO

1.2.5 Power factor and efficiency

* : not on MCR 2.5kVA

Benefits of • the power factor will be optimised

1.2.6 Lightning protection

General Lightning is a natural phenomenon that varies in intensity and frequency

1.3 Basic configurations

1.3.1 General View

Picture Fig 1-2: MCR stand-alone unit

Low Voltage Unit 3

High Voltage Unit

1.3.2 MCR 2.5 kVA rated

Format Width 19”

Rated power 2.5 kVA.

Dimensions 440 645

Picture Fig 1-3: MCR 2.5 kVA

1.3.3 MCR 4 to 10 kVA rated

Format 411 x 606 x 1260 mm (Width x depth x height)

Dimensions 411 606

Picture Fig 1-4: MCR 4-10 kVA

1.3.3 MCR 4 to 10 kVA rated, Continued

Power Module KSR 43 A

Earth Fault Detection Module (option EFD)

Lightning Arrestors LA1 – LA 2

Fig 1-6: MCR 4 to 10 kVA Rear View - Open

Main Supply terminals with

1.3.4 MCR 12.5 to 30 kVA rated

Format 611 x 606 x 1260 mm (Width x depth x height)

* 25 and 30kVA, only with 380 - 415V

Dimensions 611 606

Picture Fig 1-7: MCR 12.5-30 kVA

1.3.4 MCR 12.5 to 30 kVA rated, Continued

Fig 1-9: MCR 12.5 to 30kVA Rear View - Open

Main Supply Terminals

1.3.5 Power modules KSR 43 A and KSR 110 A

Schema Refer to ADB drawing 3229.10.462

Fig 1-11: Power Module KSR 43 A (Double Eurocard 6U High)

1.3.5 Power modules KSR 43 A and KSR 110 A, Continued