USER MANUAL FOR

NOGVA MOTORCOMPUTER V2

Siemens AS
Ternetangen 65
N-5420 Rubbestadneset
Tel: +47 22 63 30 00
www.siemens.com

Doc.no: T93-1541 - Ref.:RMI-60843/4

 Revision List
Rev Date Description Author Reviewed Approved
Modified from document
1 17.03.2010 number 45.553.001 – X4 KAA GS LME
Changed logo and layout
Implemented new Shut
2 11.02.11 GS LME AS
Down Unit.
Implemented new T3
3 11.11.13 GS AS PAA
Terminal
4 17.12.13 Change of text page 23. GS AS PAA
Added system drawings
5 27.11.18
V2-g and V2-P

Revision History
Revision 1
Section Description
Changed logo and layout.

Revision 2
Section Description
Added List of Figures.
1.1 Added Abbreviations.
1.2 Added References.
4.1 Screen saver
7 Added SHUT DOWN UNIT.
8.1 Introduction.
8.8 Shut down/Auto stop.
8.9 Emergency/Harbour generator set
8.10 Outputs.

Revision 3
Section Description
Changed logo to Siemens
Added T3 terminal

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Table of Content
1 GENERAL DESCRIPTION 7
1.1 Abbreviations ................................................................................................... 7
1.2 References........................................................................................................ 7
1.3 Introduction ...................................................................................................... 8
2 TERMINOLOGY 9
2.1 Stop interlock ................................................................................................... 9
2.2 Engine speed interlock ................................................................................... 9
2.3 RUNNING-signal ............................................................................................... 9
3 INSTRUMENT PANEL T2 10
3.1 Screen saver ................................................................................................... 11
3.2 The menu system ........................................................................................... 11
3.3 Instrumentation .............................................................................................. 11
3.4 The alarm system ........................................................................................... 12
3.4.1 General information ................................................................................... 13
3.4.2 Pre alarms .................................................................................................... 13
3.4.3 Alarms ........................................................................................................... 14
3.4.4 Alarm log ...................................................................................................... 15
3.4.5 Hour counter/Service ................................................................................. 15
3.4.6 Test functions ............................................................................................... 16
3.4.7 Test of the system ........................................................................................ 16
3.4.8 Auto stop by over speed test ................................................................... 16
3.4.9 Identification ............................................................................................... 16
3.4.10 Nogva Motor Computer V2 identification .......................................... 16
3.4.11 Contract identification ........................................................................... 16
3.4.12 Adjustment of light and contrast .......................................................... 17
4 INSTRUMENT PANEL T3 17
4.1 On/off switch .................................................................................................. 19
4.2 Standby Mode ................................................................................................ 19
4.3 Screen Saver Mode ....................................................................................... 19
4.4 The menu system ........................................................................................... 20
4.5 Instrumentation .............................................................................................. 21
4.6 The alarm system ........................................................................................... 23

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 4.6.1 General information ................................................................................... 23
4.6.2 Pre alarms .................................................................................................... 24
4.6.3 Alarms ........................................................................................................... 26
4.6.4 Alarm log ...................................................................................................... 27
4.6.5 Hour counter/Service ................................................................................. 27
4.6.6 Test functions ............................................................................................... 29
4.6.7 Test of the system ........................................................................................ 29
4.6.8 Auto stop by over speed test ................................................................... 29
4.6.9 Identification ............................................................................................... 29
4.6.10 Nogva Motor Computer V2 identification .......................................... 29
4.6.11 Contract identification ........................................................................... 29
4.6.12 Adjustment of light .................................................................................. 31
5 I/O BOX 33
6 START AND STOP OF THE ENGINE 34
6.1 Remote / Local switch ................................................................................... 34
6.2 Start and stop of the engine from the instrument panel ............................ 34
6.2.1 Start from the instrument panel ................................................................ 34
6.2.2 Stop from the instrument panel ................................................................ 34
6.3 Start and stop of the engine from the I/O box ............................................ 34
6.3.1 Start from the I/O box ................................................................................ 35
6.3.2 Stop from the I/O box ................................................................................ 35
6.4 Start blocking ................................................................................................. 35
6.5 Priming of the engine .................................................................................... 35
6.6 Auto stop/Shut down by over speed ........................................................... 35
6.6.1 Shut down over speed with convensional MCV2 system .................... 35
6.6.2 Shut down over speed with separate Shut Down Unit ......................... 35
6.6.3 Error Messages............................................................................................. 35
7 SHUT DOWN UNIT 37
7.1 Introduction .................................................................................................... 37
7.2 Type of shut down Systems ........................................................................... 38
7.2.1 Convensional MCV2 System ..................................................................... 38
7.2.2 System with separate Shut Down Unit ..................................................... 39
7.3 Block Diagram ............................................................................................... 40
7.3.1 Status LED’s .................................................................................................. 41
7.3.2 Terminal list ................................................................................................... 41
7.3.3 Power supply inputs .................................................................................... 41
7.3.4 Pickup input ................................................................................................. 41

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 7.3.5 Shut down digital inputs ............................................................................ 41
7.3.6 Shut down relay output ............................................................................. 42
7.3.7 CAN bus ....................................................................................................... 42
8 GEN SET MODE 43
8.1 Introduction .................................................................................................... 43
8.2 Manual start and stop of the engine ............................................................ 43
8.3 Operation mode - Auto, Manual and Local ............................................... 43
8.3.1 Local mode ................................................................................................. 44
8.3.2 Auto mode .................................................................................................. 44
8.3.3 Manual mode ............................................................................................. 44
8.4 Manual start of the engine ............................................................................ 45
8.4.1 The GEN SET has the following start interlocks ........................................ 45
8.4.2 Start from the Terminal ............................................................................... 45
8.4.3 Start from the Control Module .................................................................. 45
8.5 Manual stop of the engine ............................................................................ 45
8.5.1 Stop from the Terminal ............................................................................... 45
8.5.2 Stop from the Control Module .................................................................. 46
8.6 Remote start ................................................................................................... 46
8.7 Remote stop ................................................................................................... 46
8.8 Auto stop/Shut down ..................................................................................... 46
8.9 Emergency/Harbour generator set .............................................................. 47
8.10 Outputs ........................................................................................................ 48
8.10.1 General ..................................................................................................... 48
9 GOVERNOR CONFIGURATION 50
10 DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES, DTC 51
11 INSTALLATION AND SERVICE 52
11.1 The instrument panel’s location ................................................................ 52
11.2 The I/O box.................................................................................................. 52
11.3 Cable gland ................................................................................................ 52
11.4 Cable marking in the I/O box ................................................................... 52
11.5 Cabling ........................................................................................................ 52
11.6 Start-up ........................................................................................................ 52
12 FAULT LOCATION 53

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 12.1 General tip-off............................................................................................. 53
12.2 Sensors ......................................................................................................... 53
12.3 On/off sensors (Normally closed contact). .............................................. 54
12.4 Thermo element sensors ............................................................................ 55
12.5 4-20mA sensors ........................................................................................... 56
13 GENERAL DRAWING 57

List of Figures
Fig. 1 – Instrument panel............................................................................................... 10
Fig. 2 – Start menu ........................................................................................................ 11
Fig. 3 – Main menu........................................................................................................ 12
Fig. 4 – Sensor list......................................................................................................... 12
Fig. 5 – Channel information ......................................................................................... 12
Fig. 6 – Alarm acknowledge .......................................................................................... 14
Fig. 7 – Alarm log .......................................................................................................... 14
Fig. 8 – Screen displays a pre alarm ............................................................................. 14
Fig. 9 – Main menu........................................................................................................ 15
Fig. 10 – Hour counter and service information ............................................................. 15
Fig. 11 – System information ......................................................................................... 17
Fig. 12 – Contract information ....................................................................................... 17
Fig. 13 – Instrument panel............................................................................................. 18
Fig. 14 – Start menu ...................................................................................................... 20
Fig. 15 – Main menu...................................................................................................... 21
Fig. 16 – Sensor list....................................................................................................... 22
Fig. 17 – Channel information ....................................................................................... 22
Fig. 18 – Screen displays a pre alarm ........................................................................... 26
Fig. 19 – Main menu...................................................................................................... 27
Fig. 20 – Hour counter and service information ............................................................. 28
Fig. 21 – System information ......................................................................................... 30
Fig. 22 – Contract information ....................................................................................... 30
Fig. 23 – Shut Down Unit .............................................................................................. 37
Fig. 24 – Convensional MCV2 System .......................................................................... 38
Fig. 25 – System with separate Shut Down Unit ........................................................... 39
Fig. 26 – Block Diagram Shut Down Unit ...................................................................... 40
Fig. 27 – Input level for resistance-sensors ................................................................... 53
Fig. 28 - Input level for ON/OFF-sensors ...................................................................... 54
Fig. 29 - Input level for TC-sensors ............................................................................... 55
Fig. 30 - Input level for 4-20mA-sensors ....................................................................... 56
Fig. 31 - Input level for 4-20mA-sensors ...................... Feil! Bokmerke er ikke definert.

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 1 GENERAL DESCRIPTION
1.1 Abbreviations
ACK Acknowledgement
CAN Controller Area Network
DC Direct Current
DNV Det Norske Veritas
DTC Diagnostic Trouble Codes
ECU Engine Control Unit
EMS Engine management systems
GA General Arrangement
GEN Generator
I/O In/Out
J1939 J1939 CAN BUS
LCD Liquid Crystal Display
LED Light Emitting Diode
MAN Manual
MCV2 Motor Computer Version 2
NC Normally Closed
NO Normally Open
PT Pressure Transmitter
RMI CAN Matre Instrument CAN BUS
RPM Revolutions per minute
SDU-1 Shut down Unit
VDC Voltage Direct Current

1.2 References

Ref Doc. No. Title

[1] IEC 61508 Functional safety of electrical/electronic/programmable
electronic safety-Related systems
[2] ISO 11898 Road vehicles Interchange of digital information - Controller
area network (CAN) for high-speed communication.
[3] DNV July 2010 Rules for Classification of Ships

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1.3 Introduction
Nogva Motor Computer-V2 is a complete monitoring and control system for marine
propulsion and gen. set applications of today and the future. The Nogva Motor
Computer interfaces the new electronic engine management systems (EMS) for
electronic fuel injection engines.

The EMS tunes injection timing according to data from sensors that constantly monitor
throttle demand, engine speed, charge air pressure, engine coolant temperature and
other parameters. The module has a self-diagnostic function, and communicate to
Nogva Motor Computer via CAN - protocol, allowing engine performance to be
monitored.

Features:
 Start and stop of engine
 RPM control (interface to all known throttle signals)
 Instrument panel
 Pre-alarm function
 Alarm system
 Alarm log
 Maintenance follow up control
 System info
 Fuel consumption/engine power monitoring
 Tank monitoring etc.
 DTC

It’s a “plug and play” system, where the main components are an I/O box located by the
engine, and a Terminal located on the bridge or in a control room.

The Terminal is connected to the I/O box with 7-wires. Power and CAN. The Terminal
is the main instrument panel and displays all needed information in the system. As the
Terminal is operating by CAN, the Terminal can monitor the engine as a redundant
system.

The I/O box has the main electronics, and can fully control and monitor the engine as
an independent system. The front panel has a LCD display where all instruments and
functions can be selected and displayed, one by one. Active alarms are also shown.
Push buttons for local/remote and start/stop. The start/stop are active in local mode.

7-wires

I/O box Terminal

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 2 TERMINOLOGY
2.1 Stop interlock
When the engine speed is lower than 400 RPM, the stop interlock system is active.
An instrument can use the stop interlock to block alarms when the engine is stopped.

2.2 Engine speed interlock

The engine speed interlock is connected to a pre defined (adjustable) RPM value, e.g.
1000 RPM. When the engine speed is lower then 1000 RPM, the engine speed interlock
is active.
An instrument can use the engine speed interlock to block alarms when the engine’s
speed is lower than 1000 RPM.

2.3 RUNNING-signal
Engine speed higher then 400 RPM (standard), gives an active RUNNING-signal.

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 3 INSTRUMENT PANEL T2
It consists of a graphic LCD screen, membrane keys and a main switch. The screen is
divided into several areas, which changes according to the state of the system and the
user’s operation.

Instrument panel, front Description

Remote / Local Indication of start and stop responsibility from instrument panel or I/O cabinet
Engine Start and Stop Manual start and stop of the engine
Menu keys To operate the system
Menu symbols Shows a key’s actual menu or function
Alarm info area Alarm text for all active alarms
Instrument/info area Shows the chosen instrument pages or chosen information
Key switch ON:On;
OFF:Screen saver, disconnects the key board, the start and stop keys included
Head Lines Tells what instrument page that are displayed
No.’s of active alarms Shows the number of active alarms, blank area when there is no alarm

Remote/Local Engine Speed No.’s of active alarms Alarm info area

Engine start

Engine stop

Head lines

Key switch

Menu keys

Menu symbols
Instrument/info-area

Fig. 1 – Instrument panel

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3.1 Screen saver
Key switch in position ON: Screen saver OFF, the screen is on
Key switch in position OFF: Screen saver ON

When the main engine is stopped, use the screen saver, and the background lightning
will last longer. The alarm and monitoring system is active when the screen saver is on.
If an alarm occurs, the screen will be turned on, as well as the menu system for turn off
sound and alarm acknowledge. When the alarm is acknowledged, the screen will be
turned off after approx. 5 sec. The main switch should now be put in ON position for a
thorough check of the reason for the alarm.

3.2 The menu system

Control of the instrument panel is menu based. An icon next to the keys by the screen
symbolizes a menu or a function, see Fig. 2 below.

To select Instrument page.

To select Instrument page.

Information about : System, contract, inputs and

outputs, hour counter and maintenance list.

Light, contrast and night/day adjustments.

Fig. 2 – Start menu

Hereafter we will use a specific term to describe which keys to press to enter into a
menu or function. For instance, contract information can be found by first to be
positioned in the start menu and then press the information key . Thereafter press the
arrow keys until you have chosen contract information, and press the information key
once more.
The description above will be written in short form like this:
In the start menu choose INFORMATION|CONTRACT|INFORMATION. | The vertical
line marks a new level. The text marked in bold and cursive is menu/keys in the menu
system.

3.3 Instrumentation
The instrument panel shows a full instrumentation of the main engine, auxiliary engine
and tank system. The panel also contains a list of all the sensors that are connected to

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the system. Different information like the terminal number, sensor type, instrument
scale, alarm limits and the alarm’s time delay can be found here.

Marker up

Marker down

Information

Last menu

Fig. 3 – Main menu Fig. 4 – Sensor list

Fig. 5 – Channel information

E.g. choose INFORMATION|MAIN ENGINE|INFORMATION from the main menu, see

Fig. and Fig. . Then find the desired instrument/input and press the INFORMATION-
key, see Fig. .

3.4 The alarm system

The alarm system contains of pre alarms, alarms, alarm line, acknowledge menus and
alarm log.

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 3.4.1 General information
When an alarm activates, the alarm text will show in the alarm line on a flashing black
back ground and the siren becomes active. The set menu is replaced by the menu to
turn of the siren. Use the SOUND OFF -key followed by the RESET -key to
acknowledge the alarm shown in the alarm line, see
. When several alarms occur at the same time, the alarm text in the alarm line will
alternate.

Alarm line
The alarm line shows all active alarms in writing.

This line has three different modes:

 Blank line:
No current (active) alarms

 White characters / black background:

The current alarms are acknowledged. If more than one alarm is present, the
alarms will be shown alternately on the line.

Flashing:
When the acknowledge line is flashing, one or more active alarms are active and still
not acknowledged.

By all types of alarms an output will be activated on the instrument panel. This can be
connected to a warning light to visualize new alarms. The output alternate as long as
the alarm is not acknowledged.

When a pre alarm/alarm occurs for an instrument which is not visible on the screen, the
chosen instrument page will be expelled by the instrument page for the instrument
activated by an alarm/pre alarm, see Fig. . The instrument activated by a pre
alarm/alarm will show a - sign.
If there are several alarms in other instrument pages, these will show successively as
the alarms/pre alarms occur.

The alarm limits for an instrument are shown graphically on the actual instrument as two
vertical lines, one small and one large, for accordingly pre alarm and alarm.
As a standard value most of the pre alarms and alarms have a 5-seconds time delay.
The auto stop alarm has approx. 1 second delay.

3.4.2 Pre alarms

Motor computer can give early warning (pre alarm) for the analogue sensors. The text
”PRE: ” will then be put in front of the alarm text, and the sign ! shows on the
instrument, see Fig. . When all the pre alarms are acknowledged, the instrument page
returns to the chosen instrument page. The active pre alarms show in the alarm line. A
pre alarm’s history is described below:

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Measured value is part of the pre
alarm area 
The instrument page for the instrument, which has a pre
alarm, expels the chosen instrument page
”PRE: ” + alarm text for the channel shows on the alarm line
Acknowledge menu for the alarms shows
Warning lamp on the instrument panel is being activated
Buzzer in the instrument panel, intermittent acoustic warning

Sound OFF

Alarm
acknowledge

Fig. 6 – Alarm acknowledge Fig. 7 – Alarm log

Alarm line

Pre alarm limit

Pre alarm sign

Alarm limit

Fig. 8 – Screen displays a pre alarm

3.4.3 Alarms
When an alarm occurs, the siren is activated and the alarm text for the channel is
displayed in the alarm line, and the sign ! shows on the instrument. Alarms connected to
on/off channels, are only shown in the alarm line. When all the alarms are
acknowledged, the instrument page returns to the chosen instrument page. Active
alarms show in the alarm line. An alarm’s history is described below:

Measured value is part of the alarm The instrument page for the instrument, which has an
area  alarm, expels the chosen instrument page.
The alarm text for the channel shows on the alarm line.

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 Acknowledge menu for the alarms shows.
Warning lamp on the instrument panel is being activated.
Buzzer in the instrument panel is being activated,
continuously.
Siren output is activated.
Alarm is kept in the alarm log.

3.4.4 Alarm log

All alarms, not pre alarms, are being kept in the alarm log, se Fig. . Every record
consists of alarm text, time related to the main engine’s hour counter and alarm
occurrence. Possible occurrences are: ALARM (Alarm), ACK (Acknowledged) and
NORMAL (Normal). The log keeps the last 100 alarm occurrences. The last alarm
occurrence is marked with the sign: .
The alarm log is located under INFORMATION|ALARM LOG.

3.4.5 Hour counter/Service

The system has a built in hour counter for the main engine, which is connected to a
maintenance system. Eight service systems, each with a service interval in given hours,
can be defined. When there is 10 hours until the next service for a system is due, the
hour counter alarm will be activated. By entering the hour counter page it is possible to
spot the system which needs a service. This system is marked with the sign * in front of
the actual system, see Fig. . The hour counter (Service)-page is located by choosing
INFORMATION|HOUR COUNTER (SERVICE).

Service warning
acknowledge

Fig. 9 – Main menu Fig. 10 – Hour counter and service information

NB! Before the service is done, please read the

engine manufacturer’s service manual. NB!

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 3.4.6 Test functions
The system has functions for test of ”auto stop by over speed” and ”alarm outputs”.

3.4.7 Test of the system

From the starting page, press INFORMATION|SYSTEM /NFORMATION. The actual
test activates by pressing the TEST -key. This activates the ”siren”-output in the I/O box
together with the ”buzzer”- and the ”warning”-output on the instrument panel.

3.4.8 Auto stop by over speed test

Run the engine in nominal speed. From the starting page choose INFORMATION|MAIN
ENGINE|ROTATIONAL SPEED. The test activates by pressing the TEST-key. When
the TEST-key is pressed, the auto stop limit is lowered to 99.5 percent of the nominal
rotational speed. This activates the ”siren”- and “stop”-output in the I/O box together
with the ”buzzer”- and the ”warning”-output on the instrument panel.

3.4.9 Identification
Identification of the system is split in two. Identification of the Nogva Motor Computer V2
system and main vendor’s information.

3.4.10 Nogva Motor Computer V2 identification

From the starting page, press INFORMATION|SYSTEM. The system page shows
among other information, the type, programming date, system number and Nogva
contract number, see Fig. 11

3.4.11 Contract identification

From the starting page, press INFORMATION|CONTRACT. The contract page shows
among other information, supplier’s name, contract number, serial number and the
brand of the main engine and gear, see Fig. 12

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Fig. 11 – System information Fig. 12 – Contract information

3.4.12 Adjustment of light and contrast

It is possibility to adjust the contrast, back ground light and the night/day tuning of the
instrument panel. From the starting page, choose the bottom, right key :LIGHT AND
CONTRAST.

More contrast

Less contrast

Day / night light

Back ground light

Return to the main

menu

4 INSTRUMENT PANEL T3
It consists of a graphic LCD screen, membrane keys and a main switch. The screen is
divided into several areas, which changes according to the state of the system and the
user’s operation.

Instrument panel, front Description

Remote / Local Indication of start and stop responsibility from instrument panel or I/O cabinet
Engine Start and Stop Manual start and stop of the engine
Menu keys To operate the system
Menu symbols Shows a key’s actual menu or function
Alarm info area Alarm text for all active alarms
Instrument/info area Shows the chosen instrument pages or chosen information

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 Instrument panel, front Description
On/off switch ON: System ON, green LED on
OFF:Screen saver, disconnects the key board, the start and stop keys included
Head Lines Tells what instrument page that are displayed
No.’s of active alarms Shows the number of active alarms, blank area when there is no alarm

Man/Auto Engine Speed Alarm info area

Menu symbols

Active alarms
Start
Information
Stop
Mode symbol
Back light

Back light

Day/night
Menu keys

On/Off switch
LED

Instrument/info-area

Fig. 13 – Instrument panel

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4.1 On/off switch
Switch On: Terminal On LED On LED fixed light
Switch Off: Tastatur Off Backlight Off LED flashing light

4.2 Standby Mode

On/Off Switch: in “Off”
LED flashing
Backlight “Off”
Tastatur “Off”

The alarm and monitoring system is active when the Standby Mode is on. If an alarm
occurs, the screen will be turned on, as well as the menu system for turn off sound and
alarm acknowledge. When the alarm is acknowledged, the screen will be turned off after
approx. 5 sec. It is not possible to activate Standby Mode for a propulsion system if the
main engine is running.
All keys except from on/off key are de-activated when Standby Mode is active.

4.3 Screen Saver Mode

LCD background lightning will last longer if screen saver is turned on. Screen Saver
timer can be adjusted from the Operator Panel menu.
ON LED light steady when Screen Saver is activated.

The alarm and monitoring system is active when the Screen Saver is on. If an alarm
occurs, the screen will be turned on, as well as the menu system for turn off sound and
alarm acknowledge. When the alarm is acknowledged, the screen will be turned off after
Screen Saver timer is expired.

Screen Saver will not be activated in a propulsion system, as long as main engine is
running,

Any key press will de-activate the Screen Saver when it is active. The key function will
not be executed.

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4.4 The menu system
Control of the instrument panel is menu based. An icon next to the keys by the screen
symbolizes a menu or a function, see Fig. 2 below.

Select Instrument page

Select Instrument page

Information about: System,

contract, inputs and outputs,
hour counter and
maintenance list.
Change mode

Fig. 14 – Start menu

Hereafter we will use a specific term to describe which keys to press to enter into a
menu or function. For instance, contract information can be found by first to be
positioned in the start menu and then press the information key . Thereafter press the
arrow keys until you have chosen contract information, and press the information key
once more.
The description above will be written in short form like this:
In the start menu choose INFORMATION|CONTRACT|INFORMATION. | The vertical
line marks a new level. The text marked in bold and cursive is menu/keys in the menu
system.

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4.5 Instrumentation
The instrument panel shows a full instrumentation of the main engine, auxiliary engine
and tank system. The panel also contains a list of all the sensors that are connected to
the system. Different information like the terminal number, sensor type, instrument
scale, alarm limits and the alarm’s time delay can be found here.

Fig. 15 – Main menu

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 Fig. 16 – Sensor list

Fig. 17 – Channel information

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E.g. choose INFORMATION|MAIN ENGINE|INFORMATION from the main menu, see
Fig. and Fig. . Then find the desired instrument/input and press the INFORMATION-
key, see Fig. .

4.6 The alarm system

The alarm system contains of pre alarms, alarms, alarm line, acknowledge menus and
alarm log.

4.6.1 General information

When an alarm activates, the alarm text will show in the alarm line on a flashing red
back ground and the siren becomes active. The set menu is replaced by the menu to
turn of the siren. Use the SOUND OFF -key followed by the RESET -key to
acknowledge the alarm shown in the alarm line, see
. When several alarms occur at the same time, the alarm text in the alarm line will
alternate.

Alarm line
The alarm line shows all active alarms in writing.

This line has three different modes:

 Blank line:
No current (active) alarms

 White characters / red background:

The current alarms are acknowledged. If more than one alarm is present, the
alarms will be shown alternately on the line.

Flashing:
When the acknowledge line is flashing, one or more active alarms are active and still
not acknowledged.
By all types of alarms an output will be activated on the instrument panel. This can be
connected to a warning light to visualize new alarms. The output alternate as long as
the alarm is not acknowledged. When the alarm is acknowledged the output change to
steady active, and on no alarm condition the output is deactivated.

When a pre alarm/alarm occurs for an instrument which is not visible on the screen, the
chosen instrument page will be expelled by the instrument page for the instrument
activated by an alarm/pre alarm, see Fig. .
If there are several alarms in other instrument pages, these will show successively as
the alarms/pre alarms occur.

The alarm limits for an instrument are shown graphically on the actual instrument, as
yellow and red parts of the instrument scale, for accordingly pre alarm and alarm.
As a standard value most of the pre alarms and alarms have a 5-seconds time delay.
The auto stop alarm has approx. 1 second delay.

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 4.6.2 Pre alarms
Motor computer can give early warning (pre alarm) for the analogue sensors. The text
”PRE: ” will then be put in front of the alarm text. When all the pre alarms are
acknowledged, the instrument page returns to the chosen instrument page. The active
pre alarms show in the alarm line. A pre alarm’s history is described below:

Measured value is part of the pre
alarm area 
The instrument page for the instrument, which has a pre
alarm, expels the chosen instrument page
”PRE: ” + alarm text for the channel shows on the alarm line
Acknowledge menu for the alarms shows
Warning lamp on the instrument panel is being activated
Buzzer in the instrument panel, intermittent acoustic warning

Sound OFF

Fig. 6.1 – Alarm acknowledge

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 Alarm
acknowledge

Fig. 6.2 – Alarm acknowledge

Fig. 7– Alarm log

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 PRE alarm line

Fig. 18 – Screen displays a pre alarm

4.6.3 Alarms
When an alarm occurs, the siren is activated and the alarm text for the channel is
displayed in the alarm line. Alarms connected to on/off channels, are only shown in the
alarm line. When all the alarms are acknowledged, the instrument page returns to the
chosen instrument page. Active alarms show in the alarm line. An alarm’s history is
described below:

Measured value is part of the alarm
area 
The instrument page for the instrument, which has an
alarm, expels the chosen instrument page.
The alarm text for the channel shows on the alarm line.
Acknowledge menu for the alarms shows.
Warning lamp on the instrument panel is being activated.
Buzzer in the instrument panel is being activated,
continuously.
Siren output is activated.
Alarm is kept in the alarm log.

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 4.6.4 Alarm log
All alarms, not pre alarms, are being kept in the alarm log, se Fig. . Every record
consists of alarm text, time related to the main engine’s hour counter and alarm
occurrence. Possible occurrences are: ALARM (Alarm), ACK (Acknowledged) and
NORMAL (Normal). The log keeps the last 100 alarm occurrences. The last alarm
occurrence is marked with the sign: .
The alarm log is located under INFORMATION|ALARM LOG.

4.6.5 Hour counter/Service

The system has a built in hour counter for the main engine, which is connected to a
maintenance system. Eight service systems, each with a service interval in given hours,
can be defined. When there is 10 hours until the next service for a system is due, the
hour counter alarm will be activated. By entering the hour counter page it is possible to
spot the system which needs a service. This system is marked with the sign * in front of
the actual system, see Fig. . The hour counter (Service)-page is located by choosing
INFORMATION|HOUR COUNTER (SERVICE).

Fig. 19 – Main menu

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 Service warning
acknowledge

Fig. 20 – Hour counter and service information

NB! Before the service is done, please read the

engine manufacturer’s service manual. NB!

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 4.6.6 Test functions
The system has functions for test of ”auto stop by over speed” and ”alarm outputs”.

4.6.7 Test of the system

From the starting page, press INFORMATION|SYSTEM /NFORMATION. The actual
test activates by pressing the TEST -key. This activates the ”siren”-output in the I/O box
together with the ”buzzer”- and the ”warning”-output on the instrument panel.
Auto stop by over speed test

4.6.8 Auto stop by over speed test

Run the engine in nominal speed. From the starting page choose INFORMATION|MAIN
ENGINE|ROTATIONAL SPEED. The test activates by pressing the TEST-key. When
the TEST-key is pressed, the auto stop limit is lowered to 99.5 percent of the nominal
rotational speed. This activates the ”siren”- and “stop”-output in the I/O box together
with the ”buzzer”- and the ”warning”-output on the instrument panel.

4.6.9 Identification
Identification of the system is split in two. Identification of the Nogva Motor Computer V2
system and main vendor’s information.

4.6.10 Nogva Motor Computer V2 identification

From the starting page, press INFORMATION|SYSTEM. The system page shows
among other information, the type, programming date, system number and Nogva
contract number, see Fig. .

4.6.11 Contract identification

From the starting page, press INFORMATION|CONTRACT. The contract page shows
among other information, supplier’s name, contract number, serial number and the
brand of the main engine and gear, see Fig. .

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Fig. 21 – System information

Fig. 22 – Contract information

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 4.6.12 Adjustment of light
It is possibility to adjust the background light and the day/night tuning of the instrument
panel. Adjustment of the LCD backlight will also adjust On/Off LED. Key backlight is
weak and not adjustable. The amber key backlight is only possible to see in dark.

More back ground light

Less back ground light

Day / night light

On/off

Fig. 13 – Screen adjustment

-Light + - Increase background light

-Light - - Decrease background light
-Day/Night - Switch between Day/Night Mode without changing background light

Manual adjustment of backlight

It is possible to trim backlight up or down. The manual background light trimming will
persist until the instrument panel has automatically changed from Day Mode to Night
Mode or opposite, or the instrument panel is re-powered. Automatically switch to Day
Mode or Night Mode will adjust the backlight to fixed values.

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Day Mode/Night Mode
Background colour is white in Day Mode and black in Night Mode.

<INSERT FIGURE TEXT>

Automatic Day Mode/Night Mode detection

A light sensor is placed in lower right corner. This is used to measure surrounding light
and automatic detect if screen should start in Day Mode or Night Mode. Automatic
detection is done when instrument panel is powered up or when leaving Standby Mode.

Automatically start instrument panel in Day Mode will set full background light. Night
Mode will set reduced background light.

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 5 I/O BOX
The I/O box has the main electronics, and can fully control the engine as an
independent system. The front panel has a LCD display where all instruments and
functions can be selected and displayed one by one. There are pushbuttons for
local/remote and start/stop.
The start/ stop are active in local mode.
The I/O box is located near the engine, and reads all inputs and monitors the outputs of
the system.

Available in- and output types are:

Input types Output types
Thermo element, type K Relay drivers
PT100
PT1000
4-20mA
Magnetic pickup
on/off VDO Instruments
VDO sensors (temp.). 4-20mA
WEMA level sensor
POT.METER (RPM input sign.)

For detailed number and types of sensors, which is connected to the I/O system, see
GA drawing for the system.

ALARM SHUT DOWN

INDICATIO INDICATION
N

LOCAL / REMOTE
ENGINE STOP SELECTOR
ENGINE START MENY KEYS

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 6 START AND STOP OF THE ENGINE

6.1 Remote / Local switch

The switch is located on the I/O box by the engine. You choose start/stop from the
instrument panel or from the I/O cabinet.
Switch in position: LOCAL Start/stop responsibility transmitted to the I/O cabinet.
Local mode is indicated by a green light in the switch.
Switch in position: REMOTE Start/stop responsibility transmitted to the instrument panel.

6.2 Start and stop of the engine from the instrument panel
To start and stop the engine from the instrument panel, the switch on the I/O box must
be put in the ”REMOTE” position. The function has a start blocking.
The switch in the I/O box is set to REMOTE  Change the icon in the instrument panel to

Start and stop from the instrument panel only.

6.2.1 Start from the instrument panel

The switch must be in if the instrument panel’s START-key can activate the
start signal. The starter is active as long as the START-key is pressed, or until the
engine starts. The function has a start blocking.

6.2.2 Stop from the instrument panel

The switch must be in Remote if the instrument panel’s STOP-key can
activate the stop signal. The stop signal is active as long as the stop key is pressed.

6.3 Start and stop of the engine from the I/O box
When the switch is put in on the I/O box it is possible to start the engine. It is then
not possible to start the engine from the instrument panel. The function has a start
blocking, see chapter.

The switch in the I/O cabinet is set to LOCAL  Change the icon in the instrument panel to
Start and stop from the instrument panel is blocked

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 6.3.1 Start from the I/O box
The switch must be in if the I/O cabinet’s START-key can activate the start
signal. The starter is active as long as the START-key is pressed, or until the engine
starts. The function has a start blocking, see chapter Feil! Fant ikke referansekilden..

6.3.2 Stop from the I/O box

The switch must be in if the instrument panel’s STOP-key can activate the stop
signal. The stop signal is active as long as the stop key is pressed.

6.4 Start blocking

When the engine speed has exceeded 400 RPM the start key is deactivated (start
blocking activated).

6.5 Priming of the engine

The STOP- and START-keys are being pressed, the STOP-key first.

6.6 Auto stop/Shut down by over speed

6.6.1 Shut down over speed with convensional MCV2 system
The engine stops automatically if the speed exceeds a predefined limit. The stop output
will then be activated for 30 seconds.
The alarm output activates and the alarm text ENGINE AUTO STOP shows in the T2/T3
terminal alarm line.

6.6.2 Shut down over speed with separate Shut Down Unit
The shut down relay output is activated and will stop the engine.
An alarm activates and the alarm text ENGINE AUTO STOP show in the T2/T3 terminal
and the IO Box alarm line.
Shut down is also indicated with SHUT DOWN LED’s in SDU-1 and IO Box.
The shut down relay will be activated until the shut down alarm is acknowledged by
pressing RESET pushbutton on the IO Box.
The IO Box is located near by the SDU-1.
Acknowledge of the shut down alarm can only be done after the engine has stopped.

6.6.3 Error Messages

The system is made so that the Terminal monitors the I/O box, and vice versa. The
Operator Terminal gives an alarm if it is not receiving CAN traffic from the I/O box.

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Likewise the I/O box gives alarm if it does not have contact with the terminal.
Lack of CAN traffic from ECU gives an alarm.
Regarding Analogue sensors, has the I/O Box a continuous monitoring of breakage
and/or short-circuit in the sensor loop. Breakage or short-circuit results in an error
handling.

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 7 SHUT DOWN UNIT

Fig. 23 – Shut Down Unit

7.1 Introduction
This section briefly describes the Shut Down Unit (SDU-1). No changes are intended in
the design of the existing MCV2 design. The SDU-1 can be retrofitted to existing MCV2
systems if required.

July 2010 DNV introduced a new requirement that will become operative from 1st of
January 2011 (RULES FOR CLASSIFICATION SHIPS – Det Norske Veritas).

Based on this new rule, we move the functions and electronics which handle the shut
down functionality of MCV2 Motor Computer to a new separate SDU-1, to be able to
fulfil the DNV requirement of the MCV2 Motor Computer.
Execution of the shut down functions are therefore depended on if the system have a
separate Shut Down Unit (see Fig. 25) or not (see Fig. 24).

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7.2 Type of shut down Systems
7.2.1 Convensional MCV2 System
 IO Box operates as Shut Down Unit.
 Shut down NO digital inputs to IO Box.
 RPM Pickup/J1939 CAN BUS engine speed input to IO Box.
 Shut down alarms generate:
- Stop signal to the engine.
- Alarm for auto stop to T2.
- Status text START DISABLED to T2/T3.
- Engine Shut Down output.
- SHUT DOWN LED in IO Box.
- The Engine Ready output is opened.
 Shut down over speed activates emergency stop output.
T2 TERMINAL
ALARM AND MONITORING UNIT

SHUTDOWN R
INPUTS CAN BUS I/O
Shutdown sensor
with line IO BOX AND
monitoring SHUTDOWN UNIT

CAN BUS

RPM
Pickup

Shutdown signal

Fig. 24 – Convensional MCV2 System

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7.2.2 System with separate Shut Down Unit
 SDU-1 operates as Shut Down Unit.
 Shut down NO digital inputs to SDU-1.
 RPM Pickup engine speed input to SDU-1.
 Shut down alarms generate:
- Alarm for auto stop to IO Box.
- Activated shut down relay output for stopping engine
- Activated SHUT DOWN LED in IO Box.
- Activated SHUT DOWN LED in SDU-1.
 Shut down over speed activates emergency stop output.

T2 TERMINAL
ALARM AND MONITORING UNIT

I/O
CAN BUS
CAN BUS
IO BOX

SHUTDOWN R
INPUTS
Shutdown sensor
with line
monitoring CAN BUS

SHUTDOWN UNIT

RPM
Pickup

Shutdown signal

Fig. 25 – System with separate Shut Down Unit

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7.3 Block Diagram

Fig. 26 – Block Diagram Shut Down Unit

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 7.3.1 Status LED’s
Tree status LED’s
 ON : Active LED indicates that power to unit and self test is OK.
: Flashing LED indicates loop failure at pickup or shut down
inputs.
 SHUT DOWN : Active LED indicates that Shut down is or has been
activated.
 CAN OK : Flashing LED indicates that CAN bus communication is OK.

7.3.2 Terminal list

 Shut down relay output for stop signal to engine.
 Three shut down NO digital inputs.
 Magnetic pickup input (speed sensor).
 Dual power input, 24VDC.
 CAN BUS for distributing alarms to MCV2 Motor Computer.

7.3.3 Power supply inputs

SDU-1 has dual power supply inputs for main power and backup power. The unit works
when at least one of the power supplies is 24VDC. The SDU-1 is powered directly from
the main batteries.

7.3.4 Pickup input

If the magnetic pickup input (speed sensor) exceeds an over speed limit for more than
0.5 seconds, the shut down relay output is activated. An alarm is distributed via CAN
BUS and showed at the T2/T3 terminal in the MCV2 Motor Computer. The over speed
limit is configured during system installation.

The over speed limit can be tested by temporary reducing the over speed limit below
the nominal engine speed. This can be done by pressing the "Test" button from the
menu system in the T2/T3 terminal in the MCV2 Motor Computer.

The SDU-1 has built in electronics for detecting a pickup failure. A pickup failure
generates a “Pickup failure” alarm at the T2/T2 terminal in the MCV2 Motor Computer.

A pickup frequency > 500 RPM gives an engine running signal to SDU-1.

7.3.5 Shut down digital inputs

If the shut down input is closed for more than 1.5 seconds, the shut down relay output is
activated. An alarm is distributed via CAN BUS and showed at the T2/T3 terminal in the
MCV2 Motor Computer.

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The shut down functions are interlocked for 15 seconds after the engine is started.

There are resistors for each of the three shut down NO digital inputs for detecting
broken loop error. Both used and unused inputs must be supported with resistors.

7.3.6 Shut down relay output

When a shut down is generated, the shut down relay output will be activated until the
engine is stopped, i.e. as long as there is a frequency signal at the pickup input.

7.3.7 CAN bus

The units in the system are communicating on a two wire serial bus, called Controller
Area Network, CAN. The physical layer of this bus is ISO certified and described in the
ISO specification 11898, version 2.0. The bit rate used is 50 Kbit.

All network units are sending guard messages to indicate correct operation. The T2/T3
terminal in MCV2 Motor Computer monitors the presence of guard messages from the
SDU-1. If the guard messages stop, the operator panel will raise an alarm for lost
contact with the SDU-1. Even if the CAN bus communication between MVC2 Motor
Computer and he SDU-1 is lost, it will still work and generate shut downs.

The CAN bus transfer alarms from SDU-1 to MCV2 Motor Computer.

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 8 GEN SET MODE
8.1 Introduction
The Motor Computer in GEN. SET Mode is a flexible and compact system for control
and monitoring of diesel engines used for generator sets. The system consists of diesel
starter, full engine instrumentation, alarm system/log, maintenance system,
contract/system information and test functions.

The GEN SET MODE has diesel starter functions, such as shut downs, remote/auto
start and stop, switchboard interface.

The diesel starter function is housed in the I/O box, in such a way that all auto start/stop
and shut down functions are being maintained, even if the Terminal is not functioning.
The auto/manual condition is also stored in the engine module. This information is
pertained during loss of power.

T3 terminal T2 terminal
Main pictures for MCV2-G

8.2 Manual start and stop of the engine

To start and stop a diesel engine there are certain requirements to fulfil, such as;
remove start interlocks, use correct operation mode.

8.3 Operation mode - Auto, Manual and Local

The Motor Computer can be put in several modes that decide from where the computer
shall get start and stop signals. In the table below are shown the different modes with
associated start and stop positions.

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 Sources for start/stop signals
GEN SET Remote Terminal Engine
Mode start/stop cabinet
Auto x x
Manual x
Local x

8.3.1 Local mode

To enter the LOCAL-mode, press the LOCAL button on the I/O box. This mode is
superior to both AUTO and MANUAL. The idea is to use this function in connection with
service. All monitoring of the diesel engine are still active.

System in LOCAL  Operation mode-icon in the Terminal changes to LOCAL

Start and stop from the engine cabinet only.
The Engine Ready output is being opened.

8.3.2 Auto mode

To put the system in AUTO: Press the REMOTE button on the I/O box, and then use
the AUTO key in the MODE menu in the Terminal.
This is the only mode where remote start and remote stop signals are being used, as for
instance when the start and stop signal are wanted from a switchboard.

The system is switched to AUTO 
Operation mode-icon in the Terminal changes to AUTO
Start and stop from the Terminal, and remote start/stop
inputs at the control module.
The Engine Ready output is being closed, if the other
criteria are being fulfilled.

8.3.3 Manual mode

To put the system in MANUAL: Press the REMOTE button on the I/O box, and then use
the MAN key in the MODE menu in the Terminal.

The system is switched to MANUAL  Operation mode-icon in the Terminal changes to MAN
Start and stop from the Terminal only
The Engine Ready output opens.

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8.4 Manual start of the engine
By a manual start, the starter is active until let go of the START key, or the engine
starts. Then the starter will be automatically disabled. So is also done for the auto start.

If the Motor Computer shall give a start attempt, the start lock must be removed and the
GEN SET must be in the mode corresponding to the desired start position, for instance
start from the Terminal or the engine cabinet.

8.4.1 The GEN SET has the following start interlocks

Interlocks Description Solution
Auto stop alarms The engine has stopped on auto stop. Accept alarm.
Start failure alarm The engine did not start on the third Accept alarm.
attempt.
Pick up failure A failure on magnetic pick up has Accept alarm and fix the
alarm occurred. magnetic pick up.

The interlock gives the START DISABLED status text, and the associated Engine
Ready output is opened. When the interlock is removed, the START DISABLED status
text is also removed, and the Engine Ready output is closed.

8.4.2 Start from the Terminal

The Motor Computer must be in AUTO or MANUAL mode. The function has a starting
lock.

8.4.3 Start from the Control Module

This function is meant to be used for instance when service is required. Press the
LOCAL button on the I/O box. When the Motor Computer is in LOCAL, the start
possibilities from the Terminal and remote start is disabled.

8.5 Manual stop of the engine

When there is a stop signal, the stop magnet is being activated. It is active in max 50
sec., or until the Motor Computer has detected 0 RPM for 5 seconds.

8.5.1 Stop from the Terminal

The Motor Computer must be in either AUTO or MAN mode.

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 8.5.2 Stop from the Control Module
The system must be put in LOCAL mode, use the key button at the engine cabinet. Now
the remote stop and stop from the Terminal is disconnected.

8.6 Remote start

The Motor Computer must be put in AUTO mode to enable the remote start input. If
necessary, three start attempts will be done. The Motor Computer shows in the status
field, which start attempt is going on at the moment. The remote start and stop
parameters is described below. In the main menu choose
INFORMATION|ENGINE MODULE|REMOTE START/STOP.
The page shows how long the starter is on and off during one start attempt. The
function is start interlocked.

If the engine does not start after three start attempts, the following will happen:

The engine does not start after three start attempts 
Alarm for start failure.
The Start Failure output is being activated.
Status text START DISABLED.
The Engine Ready output is being opened.
Start interlock is activated.

The engine will not start until the alarm is accepted.

8.7 Remote stop

The Motor Computer must be in AUTO mode. There are several options regarding the
remote stop. The Motor Computer can activate the stop magnet directly, or after a
delay. If the stop magnet is not being activated directly, the system will wait a time,
DELAYED STOP, before it disconnects the generator switch. The diesel engine will
then run a while without load, COOLING DELAY, until the stop magnet is activated. The
Motor Computer shows a status text for every part of the stop sequence.

8.8 Auto stop/Shut down

The system has dedicated auto stop sensors for the auto stop at low lube oil pressure,
and high cooling water temperature. In addition a spare auto stop input. The auto stop
sensors are normally open.
The auto stop functions are interlocked for 15 seconds after the system becomes
running. The auto stop alarms have approx. 1.5 seconds delay. The system also has an
auto stop for over speed. The over speed alarm has approx. 0.5 sec. time delay.
For all auto stops, the stop output is activated, and an auto stop alarm will be raised.

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All the start attempts are interlocked until the auto stop alarms are accepted.
The auto stops are independent of the Motor Computer’s present start/stop mode.
The auto stop alarms also activate some outputs, see figure for alarm types and outputs
above.

Auto stop  Alarm for auto stop.

Stop output is activated.
Status text START DISABLED.
The Engine Shut Down output is activated.
Common alarm output is activated.
The emergency stop output is activated for over speed.
The Engine Ready output is opened.

If the Motor Computer is delivered for emergency power, the auto stop for low lube oil
pressure and high cooling water temperature will be replaced with alarms. Auto stop for
over speed is still active.

8.9 Emergency/Harbour generator set

The Motor Computer can be delivered as a combined emergency power gen. set and
harbour gen. set.
Selecting between the Emergency and Harbour Gen Set, the AUTO / MAN buttons in
the MODE menu are used. The MODE menu is reached from the main menu.
The AUTO/MANUAL(MAN) indicates whether the remote start/stop inputs are
enabled/disabled respectively.

Harbour gen. set / AUTO

Harbour gen. set / MAN

Return to previous menu

Switching between Emergency power gen.

set and harbour gen. set. T3 terminal

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 Emergency Gen Set / AUTO

Harbour Gen Set / MAN

Harbour Gen Set / AUTO

Return to previous menu

Switching between Emergency power gen. Set

and harbour gen. set. T2 terminal.

By pressing AUTO you choose the Emergency power gen. set. The status area shows
now ”Emergency Gen Set”.
The Emergency gen. set will only have auto stop for over speed. The Engine Ready
output is now active/closed.

The Harbour gen. set is selected by pressing the MAN button. The status area shows
”Harbour Mode”.
When the Harbour mode is activated the functions auto stop for over speed, low lube oil
pressure and high engine temperature are activated.

The Engine Ready output is always open in the Harbour mode.

8.10 Outputs
8.10.1 General
The Motor Computer has outputs that represent different status in the Gen-set. The
outputs can for instance be connected to a switchboard, or a superior alarm system etc.
The different outputs in the Motor Computer can be found by leaving the main menu via
INFORMATION|ENGINE MODULE|OUTPUT CHANNELS. Then choose the
desired output and INFORMATION. The information page shows the connection
points, type of outputs etc.

Following table shows the connection between alarm types and the connecting outputs.
Alarm outputs Alarm types
Auto Start Instrument Sensor Test
I/O Box
stop failure alarms malfunction
Engine Shut Down x

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 Alarm outputs Alarm types

x
Emergency Stop
Over speed

Start Failure x

x
Change to standby Dependant
x
Gen. set. of
application
Common alarm x x x x
x
Pre alarm x
Analogue
On the Terminal
Warning output x x x x x
Buzzer x x x x x

The Motor Computer also has some other outputs:

To the output Engine Ready there is connected a status text. When the system is not
ready for start, the status text START DISABLED will be shown on the middle status
field in the Terminal. The Engine Ready output is closed when “active”, NC functionality.
Output Description
Engine Ready The system is in AUTO.
No unaccepted auto-stop alarms.
No unaccepted start failure alarm.
No malfunction on the magnetic pick up.
The above is always valid, in addition :
Auxiliary gen. set : Open in MANUAL
Closed in AUTO
Emergency gen. set : Always closed, and in AUTO
Emergency/Harbour gen. set : Closed if Emergency
Open if Harbour:
Disconnect Gen. Breaker The signal for disconnecting of the generator breaker switch. Active
on the same time as the stop magnet.
Running Active when the system is running. Pot. free contact.

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 9 GOVERNOR CONFIGURATION
This page shows a selection of parameters for the governor in the ECU.
Run Mode indicates whether the gen. set. is running with droop or isochronous control.
With the Governor parameter it is possible to select between three predefined governor
modes, normal, soft and stiff.

These parameters may be changed when the system is set in configuration mode.

Isochronous mode, T2 terminal Droop mode, T3 terminal

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 10 DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES, DTC
The ECU continuously monitors its sensors and related accessories. When some units
enter an erroneous situation the ECU will generate a diagnostic trouble code, DTC.
When the engine is running and a DTC is generated, the system will raise an alarm
indicating active DTC’ in the ECU.

These codes are able to read at the menu ECU DTC LIST.
The Terminal will then read all DTC’ generated in the ECU, and present the result in a
list. The list contains the status, number and text for the DTC. Selecting a specific DTC,
then pressing the info button, will result in more detailed information.
The DTC’ may be deleted pressing the DEL menu. If some errors are still present, a
new DTC will be generated immediately.
The DTC number is related to SCANIA’ documentation, please see this for more
detailed information.

Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTC) from ECU Info about a specific DTC.
T3 terminal. T3 terminal.

Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTC) from ECU Info about a specific DTC
T2 terminal. T2 terminal

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 11 INSTALLATION AND SERVICE
11.1 The instrument panel’s location
The panel is located in the wheelhouse. It is recommended that the panel is mounted in
a way that makes the angle between the display and the visual direction 90 degrees.

11.2 The I/O box

The I/O box is located by the engine on bulkhead.

11.3 Cable gland

According to regulations.

11.4 Cable marking in the I/O box

All cables being connected to the I/O cards, should be marked with terminal number.
For instance:
14
14 = Terminal number

11.5 Cabling
Approved maritime cable with screen and twisted couple must be used. The cable
screen is connected to earth in the cabinet and the screen end piece must be as short
as possible.

11.6 Start-up
Before turning on the voltage: Check polarity on the supplying cable and that all
connections are according to GA drawing.

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 12 FAULT LOCATION
12.1 General tip-off
Do control that the wires from the sensors are placed inside the terminals and not under
them. By measuring on unconnected terminals, the screws must be tightened to obtain
a good measuring result.

12.2 Sensors
PT100 -, PT1000 -, WEMA level -, VDO - sensors
A voltmeter is used to locate fault. Measure the voltage on the terminals for the actual
sensor, see Fig. . By measuring the sensors, the voltage must be as shown below.

Fig. 27 – Input
level for
resistance-
sensors PT100
PT 100
PT1000
PT
VDO1000
temp. sensor Inngangs
VDO
WEMA tem p.sensor
level sensor V Terminals
klem m er
WEM
VDO A nivå
level sensor
sensor
VDO nivå sensor

Sensor
Sensor type status Terminal voltage Instrument value Alarm text
OK 0.31 – 0.47 VDC 0 – 140°C
Breakage 5 VDC  + 1000°C Instr. name +
PT100 Temp. ERROR
Short-circuit 0 VDC  – 200°C Instr. name +
ERROR

OK 2.02 – 2.55 VDC 0 – 140°C

Breakage 5 VDC  + 250°C Instr. name +
PT1000 Temp. ERROR
Short-circuit 0 VDC  – 200°C Instr. name +
ERROR

OK 2.07 – 0.08 VDC 10 – 120°C

VDO Temp. Breakage 5 VDC ca. – 1°C Instr. name +
ERROR

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 Short-circuit 0 VDC ca + 150°C Instr. name +
ERROR

OK 0 – 0.54 VDC 0 – 100%

WEMA 0-180Ω Breakage 5 VDC > 400% Instr. name +
Level ERROR
Short-circuit 0 VDC =< 0%

OK 0.70 – 0.11 VDC 0 – 100%

Breakage 5 VDC < 0% Instr. name +
WEMA 240-33Ω
ERROR
Level
Short-circuit 0 VDC >= 100% Instr. name +
ERROR

OK 2,34 – 0.32 VDC 0 – 100%

WEMA 1300- Breakage 5 VDC < 0% Instr. name +
100Ω ERROR
Level Short-circuit 0 VDC >= 100% Instr. name +
ERROR

OK 0 – 0.54 VDC 0 – 100%

VDO 0-180Ω Breakage 5 VDC > 400% Instr. name +
Level ERROR
Short-circuit 0 VDC =< 0%

12.3 On/off sensors (Normally closed contact).

By fault location use a voltmeter.
Measure the voltage on the terminals for the actual sensor, see Fig. .

Fig. 28 - Input
level for
ON/OFF-
sensors Inngangs
ON/OFF V Terminals
klemmer

By measuring the sensors, the voltage must be as shown below.

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Sensor type Sensor status Terminal voltage Alarm text
OK 0 VDC
ON/OFF type
Breakage (alarm 5 VDC Alarm text
NC
state)

12.4 Thermo element sensors

By fault location use a volt meter.
Measure the voltage on the terminals for the actual sensor, see Fig. .

Fig. 29 - Input
level for TC-
sensors

Inngangs
V Terminals
klemmer
T ermoelement
type K

By measuring the sensors, the voltage must be as shown below.

Sensor type Sensor status Terminal voltage Instrument value Alarm text
OK 0 – 33 mVDC 0 – 800 °C
Thermo
Breakage 50 mVDC > 1100 °C Instr. name +
element type
ERROR
K
Short-circuit 0 mVDC < 50 °C

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12.5 4-20mA sensors
By fault location use an ampere meter and a volt meter.
Measure the voltage in the plus leader, see Fig. .

Fig. 30 - Input
level for 4-
20mA-sensors A

I
Inngangs
4-20 mA
V klemmer
Terminals
Transmitter

By measuring the sensors, the voltage must be as shown below.

Sensor Sensor Terminal Instrument

type status voltage Currency value Alarm text
OK 15 – 27 VDC 4 – 20 mA 0 – Full Scale
15 – 27 VDC 0 mA negative value Instr. name +
4–20mA Breakage ERROR
15 – 25 VDC > 23 mA > Full Scale Instr. name +
Sensor error ERROR

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