IA NT PWR 2 5 Reference Guide r3
IA NT PWR 2 5 Reference Guide r3
IA NT PWR 2 5 Reference Guide r3
SW version 2.5
Automatic Transfer
Switch Controller
Clarification of notation
HINT:
This type of paragraph points out details to help user installation/configuration.
NOTE:
This type of paragraph calls readers attention to a notice or related theme.
CAUTION!
This type of paragraph highlights a procedure, adjustment etc., which can cause a damage or
unproper function of the equipment if not performed correctly and may not be clear at first sight.
WARNING!
This type of paragraph indicates things, procedures, adjustments etc. which need high level of
attention, otherwise can cause personal injury or death.
Text
Conformity Declaration
The following described machine complies with the appropriate basic safety and
health requirement of the EC Low Voltage Directive No: 73/23 / EEC and EC
Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive 89/336 / EEC based on its design and type,
as brought into circulation by us.
This manual describes the InteliATSNT PWR (IA-NT-PWR) software, which is designed for automatic
transfer switch applications and provides general information on how to install and operate the
InteliATSNT controller.
There are two modifications of the InteliATSNT HW - STD and PWR and two modifications of the
InteliATSNT SW STD and HW which together with the appropriate archive file (IA-NT-STD-HW_1.3-
X.X.AIL for STD HW 1.3, IA-NT-STD-X.X.AIL for STD HW > 1.3 and IA-NT-PWR-X.X.AIL) form the
InteliATSNT PWR or STD controller.
Beside that the InteliATSNT software is compatible with IL-NT AMF HW 1.3 and higher too, which is
used when a low temperature ATS application is needed. In this case the InteliATSNT SW must be
combined (purchased) with the IL-NT AMF 25 LT HW to obtain the low temperature ATS controller.
NOTE:
Because of large variety of InteliATSNT parameters settings, it is not possible to describe all
combinations. Some of InteliATSNT functions are subject of changes depend on SW version.
The data in this manual only describes the product and are not warranty of performance or
characteristic.
CAUTION!
SW and HW must be compatible (e.g. IA-NT firmware and IA-NT HW) otherwise the function will be
disabled. If wrong software is downloaded, message HARDWARE INCOMPATIBLE appears on
controller screen. In this case use Boot load (jumper) programming close Boot jumper and follow
instructions in LiteEdit, download correct software.
NOTE:
ComAp believes that all information provided herein is correct and reliable and reserves the right to
update at any time. ComAp does not assume any responsibility for its use unless otherwise expressly
undertaken.
WARNING!
Remote control - InteliATSNT controller can be remotely controlled. In case of the work on the
controlled devices check, that nobody can perform remote operation. To be sure disconnect
- remote control via RS232 line
- input REM TRANSFER
- input REMOTE AUT
- input REMOTE TEST
or disconnect output Rem START/STOP and outputs GCB CLOSE/OPEN and MCB CLOSE/OPEN
WARNING!
Dangerous voltage
In no case touch the terminals for voltage and current measurement!
Always connect grounding terminals!
In any case do not disconnect InteliATSNT current transformer terminals!
The following instructions are for qualified personnel only. To avoid personal injury do not
perform any action not specified in this Reference guide!!!
InteliATSNT is a comprehensive Automatic Transfer Switch controller designed to monitor the incoming
AC mains supply (1 or 3 phases) for under & over voltage, under & over frequency and voltage
unbalance. In the case of any mains supply disproportion it will send a remote start command to the
gen-set and make changeover for both generator and mains contactors. The gen-set requires a
remote start type control unit (e.g. the ComAp InteliLiteNT MRS 10 controller), at least a key-start box
with an external input for the start/stop signal.
The controller is capable of providing the following three different types of changeover (transition)
open delayed transition
open in-phase transition with synch check
closed short-time (100ms) parallel transition with synch check
In order to provide synch check the controller has been enhanced by the feature called passive
synchronization. The passive sync (sync check) offers possibility to synchronize mains and gen-set
without the need to use speed regulation or - better to say - it offers possibility to wait for the both
sources to get in phase.
System is evaluated as to be in sync according to the predefined parameters voltage and frequency
difference if the both sources will get in-phase before the synchronization timeout expires.
Parameters defining breaker delay are taken into the account when the system computes/predicts
exact moment when the both sources are in phase.
InteliATSNT controllers are equipped with a powerful graphic display showing icons, symbols and bar-
graphs for intuitive operation, which sets, together with high functionality, new standards in Gen-set
controls & ATS Breaker.
The key features are:
Easy-to-use operation and installation. Factory default configuration covers most of
applications
Different customer changes are possible thanks to the configurability
Excellent remote communication capabilities
High reliability
NOTE:
Use LiteEdit PC software to read configuration from the controller or disk, view it, modify it and write
the configuration to controller or disk.
The firmware contains a number of binary inputs and outputs needed for all necessary functions
available in the firmware. But not all functions are required at the same time on different gen-sets and
also the controller hardware does not have so many input and output terminals. One of the main tasks
of the configuration is mapping of "logical" firmware inputs and outputs to the "physical" hardware
inputs and outputs.
Configuration parts:
1. Mapping of logical binary inputs (functions) or assigning alarms to physical binary input
terminals
2. Mapping of logical binary outputs (functions) to physical binary output terminals
3. Changing language of the controller texts
The controller is delivered with a default configuration, which should fit to most standard
applications. This default configuration can be changed only using PC and LiteEdit software. See
LiteEdit documentation for details.
NOTE:
You need one of communication modules to connect the controller to a PC with LiteEdit. There is a
special easy removable service module for cases, where there is no communication module
permanently attached.
Once the configuration is modified, it can be stored in a file for later usage with another controller or
for backup purposes. The file is called archive and has file extension ".ail". An archive contains full
image of the controller at the moment of saving (if the controller is online to the PC) except firmware,
i.e. besides configuration there are also current adjustment of all setpoints, all measured values, a
copy of history log and a copy of alarm list.
The archive can be simply used for cloning of controllers, which means preparing controllers with
identical configuration and settings.
IL-NT RS232 is optional plug-in card to enable InteliATSNT for RS232 communication. This is required
for computer or Modbus connecting. Card inserts into expansion slot back on the controller.
To insert the module, you must open the cover first (use screwdriver to open) and then insert the
module into slot. Once you have inserted it, the module will snap under plastic teeth. It is supposed to
be installed permanently. Should you need to remove it, the safest way is to remove whole back cover
and then remove module manually.
NOTE:
The following procedure is analogic also for other communication modules.
NOTE:
When you insert RS 232 communication module, the boot jumper is hidden. For that reason we
recommend to use RS 232 communication module with the boot jumper placed on it. See pictures
below:
IL-NT RS232-485 is optional plug-in card to enable InteliATSNT the RS232 and RS485 communication.
This is required for computer or Modbus connection. Card inserts into expansion slot back on the
controller. The IL-NT RS232-485 is a dual port module with RS232 and RS485 interfaces at
independent COM channels. The RS232 is connected to COM1 and RS485 to COM2.
To insert the module, please follow the instructions for IL-NT RS232 module, procedure is analogous.
You must open the cover first (use screwdriver to open) and then insert the module into slot. Once you
have inserted it, the module will snap under plastic teeth. It is supposed to be installed permanently.
Should you need to remove it, the safest way is to remove whole back cover and then remove module
manually.
RS485
RS232
Boot jumper
RS485 Terminator jumper
Boot jumper
RS485 120R
terminator jumper
B (RxTx -)
RS485
GND
COM2
A (RxTx +)
+5V
RS485 internal
wiring
Balancing
resistor
A
Terminator
A
GND
GND
Balancing B
resistor
B
NOTE:
- Balancing resistors shall be both closed at only one device in whole RS485 network.
- Boot jumper programming In case of interrupted programming or other software failure is possible
to use the boot jumper programing to restore controller to working order. Connect controller to PC, run
LiteEdit and wait until connection bar at bottom turns red. Than run programming process via menu
Controller -> Programming and cloning Programming. Select correct firmware and confirm dialog.
Than follow instructions in LiteEdit.
IL-NT S-USB is optional plug-in card to enable InteliATSNT communication via USB port. This is
required for computer or Modbus connecting. Card inserts into expansion slot back on the controller.
To insert the module, please follow the instructions for IL-NT RS232 module, procedure is analogous.
You must open the cover first (use screwdriver to open) and then insert the module into slot. Once you
have inserted it, part of the module will remain over plastic box. It is supposed to be used as a service
tool. When you need to remove it, grab module in cutouts and pull it up manually.
Boot jumper programming In case of interrupted programming or other software failure is possible to
use the boot jumper programing to restore controller to working order. Connect controller to PC, run
LiteEdit and wait until connection bar at bottom turns red. Than run programming process via menu
Controller -> Programming and cloning Programming. Select correct firmware and confirm dialog.
Than follow instructions in LiteEdit.
IL-NT RD is remote display software for a controller. Remote display provides the same control and
monitoring functions as controller itself. Remote display for IA-NT controllers uses standard IA-NT
controller with IL-NT Remote display software. No further programming of the display is required unit
is self-configurable from the main controller. It is connected with the controller via IL-NT-RS232
communication modules using RS232 line. Longer distances (up to 1200m) are possible using IL-NT-
RS232-485 communication module or when RS232/RS485 converters are used.
NOTE:
Please see the IL-NT-RD Remote display software chapter for more details.
IB-Lite is optional plug-in card to enable InteliATSNT communication via Ethernet/Internet. Card inserts
into expansion slot back on the controller.
To insert the module, please follow the instructions for IL-NT RS232 module, procedure is analogous.
You must open the cover first (use screwdriver to open) and then insert the module into slot. Once you
have inserted it, part of the module will remain over plastic box. It is supposed to be used as a service
tool. When you need to remove it, grab module and pull it up manually.
Measurement window:
History window:
HINT:
This feature requires IB-Lite optional plug-in module and visible connection of controller to
Ethernet/Internet.
CAUTION!
Any manipulation with plug-in module shall be done with disconnected power supply to both controller
and module. Power supply shall be switched on also is same time to both module and controller. Fail
to follow these instructions (power supply active only in controller or only in module) can lead to
module or controller failure!
This plug-in module is a GSM/GPRS modem which can work in two modes of operation based on the
settings in the setpoint COM1 Mode.
Settings DIRECT = the module works in a GPRS network and enables connection via AirGate
to LiteEdit and WebSupervisor as well as sending SMS alarms.
Settings MODEM = the module works as a standard GSM modem enabling a CSD (Circuit
Switch Data) connection to the controller with LiteEdit or InteliMonitor and sending SMS
alarms.
HINT:
Quick guide how to start using this module is in chapter Remote Communication - Short guide how to
start using IL-NT-GPRS module or on ComAp webpage http://www.comap.cz/products/detail/IL-NT-
GPRS.
GPRS and CSD services must be provided by your GSM/GPRS operator for successful operation.
The GPRS and CSD connection should not be used for the firmware update process. Use instead a
wired connection like RS232, USB, RS485 or Ethernet via IB-Lite!
It is necessary to power the controller and individually the IL-NT GPRS module as well.
IL-NT AOUT8 is optional plug-in card. Through this card controller can drive up to 8 VDO style
industrial/automotive gauges. Noncompensated gauges like 0-10V or 0-20mA are not supported.
Gauge type and value are configured in LiteEdit software. Any analog value from controller may be
shown in that way.
To insert the module, you must open the cover first (use screwdriver to open) and then insert the
module into slot. Once you have insert it, the module will snap under plastic teeth. It is supposed to be
installed permanently. Should you need to remove it, the safest way is to remove whole back cover
and then remove module manually.
Installing IL-NT AOUT8 module is similar to installing RS 232 module. The difference is that module
fits to extension module slot and after installing IL-NT AOUT8 you do not put back the small cover.
PC Installation Suite consist a set of prepared converting curves for basic usage of PWM outputs with
automotive gauges.
IL-NT BIO8 is optional plug-in card. Through this card controller can accommodate up to 8 binary
inputs or outputs. In LiteEdit PC configuration tool (version 4.4 and higher) it is possible to easily
choose if particular I/O will be binary input or output.
Installing IL-NT BIO8 module is similar to installing RS 232 module. The difference is that module fits
to Extension module slot and after installing IL-NT BIO8 you do not put back the small cover.
HINT:
Support of InteliATSNT controllers is in IB-NT 1.2 SW and newer.
For further information and options that can be set, see IB-NT Reference Guide.
Programming is possible only in OFF mode when the engine is not running.
NOTE:
For more information on programming, see LiteEdit Reference Guide.
CAUTION!
Check the statistic values after firmware upgrade. Readjust the values if necessary.
Changing the mode of User Interface is possible from default measuring screen of controller by
simultaneous pressing the ENTER and PAGE button and then press again PAGE. On screen will be
displayed the choice of two different User Interfaces.
185 58
168 47
29
125
110
80
HINT:
Recommended mounting cutout size is 175 x 115 mm.
Modem or PC
L1
L2
L3
Interface
RS-232C
REMOTE TEST ONLD
0V
REMOTE TEST
MCB FEEDBACK
GCB FEEDBACK
LOAD
REMOTE AUT
+24V
Mains C.B.
+ -
MAINS FAIL BLOCK
GEN READY TO LOAD
BATTERY
CONTROL
SIGNALS
AL START FAIL
AL MAINS FAIL
READY TO AMF
MCB CLOSE/OPEN
GCB CLOSE/OPEN
ALARM
Generator C. B.
GEN START/STOP
BINARY
OUTPUTS
GENERATOR
G
DIESEL/GAS ENGINE
GEN-SET CONTROLLER
NOTE:
MCB and GCB are recommended to be mechanically interlocked in case of open delayed transition.
Stripping length of wires: 6-10mm.
AMF using two separate breakers with feedbacks (MCB and GCB)
LOAD
T 3x
MCB GCB
3x 3x 3x
G
MCB
GCB
3xU M
3xU G
3xIG
K4 K3
MCB GCB
GCB CLOSE/OPEN
BO IA-NT
MCB CLOSE/OPEN
BI
MCB FEEDBACK
MCB
GCB FEEDBACK
GCB
Specification
Automatic remote gen-set start when the mains fails (AUT mode)
GCB & MCB full control with feedbacks
Break transfer on mains failure
Break return on mains return (Load reclosing)
Test mode (set running and waiting for mains failure)
Hardware requirements
1x IA-NT PWR
Setpoints
MCB Logic = CLOSE-OFF
LOAD
T 3x
MCB GCB
3x 3x 3x
G
3x U M
3x U G
3 xI G
K4 K3
MCB GCB
GCB CLOSE / OPEN
BO IA-NT
MCB CLOSE / OPEN BI
REMOTE TEST
ON LOAD TEST
REQUIRED TEST ON LOAD
MCB FEEDBACK
MCB
GCB FEEDBACK
GCB
Specification
Automatic remote gen-set start when the mains fails (AUT mode)
GCB & MCB full control with feedbacks
Break transfer on mains failure
Break return on mains return (Load reclosing)
Test mode (set running and waiting for mains failure)
On Load Test - load transfer to gen-set (Island operation) and back to mains in TEST mode on
BI Test on load activation/deactivation. There are 2 breaks in this operation. Controller may
be forced to TEST mode by BI Remote TEST
Hardware requirements
1x IA-NT PWR
Setpoints
MCB Logic = CLOSE-OFF
RetFromIsland = AUTO automatic return (MCB Close) to mains after TEST
RetFromIsland = MANUAL manual return to mains (MCB Close) after TEST IA-NT goes to MAN
mode.
LOAD
3x
T
ATS
3x I II 3x 3x
G
3xU M
3xU G
3xIG
K3
MCB FEEDBACK
Specification
Automatic remote gen-set start when the mains fails (AUT mode)
Two-position ATS control with feedback
Break transfer on mains failure
Break return on mains return (Load reclosing)
Test mode (set running and waiting for mains failure)
Hardware requirements
1x IA-NT PWR
Setpoints
LOAD
3x
T
ATS I 0 II
3x 3x 3x
G
3xU M
3xU G
3xIG
ATS
GCB CLOSE/
OPEN
K3
K4 BO IA-NT
MCB CLOSE/
OPEN BI
Specification
Automatic remote gen-set start when the mains fails (AUT mode)
Three-position ATS control with feedbacks, pass through neutral position
Break transfer on mains failure
Break return on mains return (Load reclosing)
Test mode (set running and waiting for mains failure)
Hardware requirements
1x IA-NT PWR
Setpoints
LOAD
3x
T
ATS I 0 II
3x 3x 3x
G
3xU M
3xU G
3xIG
ATS
GCB CLOSE/
OPEN
K3
MCB CLOSE/
OPEN
K4
NEUTRAL
BO IA-NT
POS
K5 BI
Specification
Automatic remote gen-set start when the mains fails (AUT mode)
Three-position ATS control without feedback, pass through neutral position
Manual request for load transfer (AUT mode)
Request for switching to neutral position the highest priority, overrides MCB & GCB state,
forces switch to neutral position. After deactivating return to previous state (MCB or GCB)
Hardware requirements
1x IA-NT PWR
Setpoints
LOAD
T 3x
MCB GCB
3x 3x 3x
G
GCB MCB
3xU M
3xU G
K4 K3.1
MCB GCB
MCB CLOSE/OPEN
GCB CLOSE/OPEN
K3.2 BO IA-NT
K1
K2 K2
GEN START/STOP
+24V/2.5A
=
Specification
It is possible to operate controller without a battery supplying the controller. For such operation the
following conditions have to be fulfilled:
Controller is supplied from 24V/2.5A AC/DC power supply whose source is switched between
Mains and Gen-set via relay (another contacts of the relay for GCB switching) according to
the Mains state (OK/Fault). See the schematic diagram for more details
Normally closed relay contacts have to be used for the gen-set start command. Setpoint
GenStart Logic has to be set to CLOSE-OFF
Switching of the 24V AC/DC power supply is blocked when GCB is closed, so the power
supply is not switched to Mains if voltage on the mains bus appears protection against
Flip-flopping of the power supply when voltage changes arise on Mains.
It (power supply) will be switched to Mains when GCB is opened.
Then in the case of Mains failure:
24V AC/DC power supply source is switched to gen-set
Voltage supplying controller disappears
Gen Start relay is deenergized and contacts closed
Gen-set is started
Controller is supplied from running gen-set
Controller is initialized, waits for Gen OK conditions
MCB is opened, GCB closed and the 24V AC/DC power supply source is locked in gen-set
position.
If Mains returns:
GCB is opened, 24V AC/DC power supply source is unlocked and switched to Mains
MCB is closed
Gen-set is stopped
Hardware requirements
1x IA-NT PWR
1x 24V/2.5A AC/DC power supply
Power supply
To ensure proper function use min. power supply cable of 1.5mm 2
Maximum continuous DC power supply voltage is 36VDC. The InteliATSNTs power supply terminals
are protected against large pulse power disturbances. When there is a potential risk of the controller
being subjected to conditions outside its capabilities, an outside protection devise should be used.
NOTE:
The InteliATSNT controller should be grounded properly in order to protect against lighting strikes!!
The maximum allowable current through the controllers negative terminal is 4A (this is dependent on
binary output load).
For the connections with 12VDC power supply, the InteliATSNT includes internal capacitors that allow
the controller to continue operation if the battery voltages dip occurs. If the voltage before dip is 10V,
after 100ms the voltage recovers to 7 V, the controller continues operating. During this voltage dip the
controller screen backlight can turn off and on but the controller keeps operating.
It is possible to further support the controller by connecting the external capacitor and separating
diode or I-LBA module:
The capacitor size depends on required time. It shall be approximately thousands of microfarads.
The capacitor size should be 5 000 microfarad to withstand 150ms voltage dip under following
conditions:
Voltage before dip is 12V, after 150ms the voltage recovers to min. allowed voltage, i.e. 8V
NOTE:
Before the battery is discharged the message "Low BackupBatt" appears.
Or by connecting special I-LBA Low Battery Adaptor module:
NOTE:
I-LBA may not eliminate voltage drop when used with low temperature (-40C) version of controller
and display heating element is on (below 5C). Current drain of heating element exhausts LBA
capacitors very fast
Grounding
To ensure proper function:
Use as short as possible cable to the grounding point on the switchboard
Use cable min. 2,5mm2
The - terminal of the battery has to be properly grounded
The number of CTs is automatically selected based on selected value of setpoint ConnectionType
[3Ph4Wire / 3Ph3Wire / Split Ph / Mono Ph].
HINT:
Further information about measurement limits are at setpoint CT Ratio [/5A] description in chapter
Setpoints - Basic Settings.
Generator currents and power measurement is suppressed if current level is bellow <1% of CT
range.
It is necessary to ensure that potential difference between generator current COM terminal and
battery - terminal is maximally 2V. Therefore is strongly recommended to interconnect
these two terminals together.
3 Phase 3 Wires
DELTA Connection HI-LEG (wild-leg, red-leg) DELTA Connection
NOTE:
Only L1, L2 and L3 wires should be connected. In case of HI-LEG DELTA connection the N (neutral)
wire (in the diagram connected between T6 and T9) has to be disconnected.
No separation transformers for three wires voltage connection (without N) are needed.
Split Phase
DOUBLE DELTA Connection ZIG ZAG (DOG LEG) Connection
NOTE:
Switchboard lighting strike protection according standard regulation is expected for all 4 connection
types!!!
Binary inputs
To the microprocessor
4k7
+ -
NOTE:
Maximal length of wire connected to any binary input is 30 meters.
From the
microprocessor
+ -
NOTE:
Maximal length of wire connected to any binary output is 30 meters.
RS485 connection
The line has to be terminated by 120 Ohm resistors at both ends.
External units can be connected on the RS485 line in any order, but keeping line arrangement (no
tails, no star) is necessary.
Standard maximum link length is 1000m.
Shielded cable has to be used, shielding has to be connected to PE on one side (controller side).
A) For shorter distances (all network components within one room) picture 1
interconnect A and B; shielding connect to PE on controller side
B) For longer distances (connection between rooms within one building) picture 2
interconnect A, B, COM; shielding connect to PE in one point
C) In case of surge hazard (connection out of building in case of storm etc.) picture 3
H/A H/A
L/B L/B
COM COM
H/A 2 1 1 2 H/A
L/B 6 5 5 6 L/B
COM 8 7
IN
7 8 COM
OUT IN OUT
12 11 11 12
10 9 9 10
4 3 3 4
NOTE:
Any Binary input or output can be configured to any IA-NT controller terminal or changed to different
function by LiteEdit software. There is fix 1 sec delay when any binary input is configured as
protection.
Not Used
Binary input has no function. Use this configuration when Binary input is not connected.
Alarm
If the input is closed (or opened) selected alarm is activated.
Control
Use this setting to configure the desired function from the list below.
NOTE:
If the binary input Rem Start/Stop is active and mains failure occurs, the MCB breaker opens and after
the Trans Del delay the GCB breaker is closed. Once the mains is OK, the MainsReturnDel delay
elapses and the GCB breaker is opened. Then after the Trans Del delay is MCB breaker closed. Gen-
set remains running as long as Rem Start/Stop is active. See AMF time chart for more details.
Rem Transfer
External request for an immediate transfer from mains to generator without waiting for the AMF
Settings: EmergStart Del has elapsed. In the case the transfer not succeeded the system will stay in
neutral position. The MainsFailBlock input performs its work normally.
GCB Feedback
Use this input for indication, whether the generator circuit breaker is open or closed.
If the feedback is not used, connect this input to the output GCB CLOSE/OPEN
MCB Feedback
This input indicates whether MCB is closed or opened.
Emergency Stop
If the input is opened, Trip is immediately activated. Stop signal for the gen-set is sent and the GCB is
opened.
Access Lock
If the input is closed, no setpoints can be adjusted from controller front panel and gen-set mode (OFF-
MAN-AUT-TEST) cannot be changed.
NOTE:
Access Lock does not protect setpoints and mode changing from LiteEdit. To avoid unqualified
changes the selected setpoints can be password protected. Also the button Fault reset, is not blocked
at all and buttons Start and Stop in MAN mode are not blocked.
HINT:
The Remote OFF has higher priority than Remote TEST, MAN, AUT.
NOTE:
This binary input should be connected to schedule timer switch, to avoid start of engine.
Remote MAN
If the input is active, MAN mode is forced to the controller independently on the position of the MODE
selector.
HINT:
The Remote MAN has higher priority than Remote AUT.
Remote AUT
If the input is active, AUTO mode is forced to the controller independently on the position of the MODE
selector. If another of remote inputs is active, then the REMOTE AUT input has the lowest priority.
Remote TEST
If closed, IA-NT is switched to TEST mode (there are four modes OFF-MAN-AUT-TEST). When opens
controller is switched back to previous mode.
HINT:
The Remote TEST has higher priority than Remote MAN, AUT.
RemControlLock
If the input is active, setpoints writing or command sending from the external terminal is disabled.
FaultResButton
Binary input has the same function as Fault Reset button on the InteliATSNT front panel.
GCB Button
Binary input has the same function as GCB button on the InteliATSNT front panel. It is active in MAN
mode only.
MCB Button
Binary input has the same function as MCB button on the InteliATSNT front panel. It is active in MAN
mode only.
MainsFailBlock
If the input is closed, the automatic start of the gen-set at Mains failure is blocked. In case of running
gen-set the GCB is opened, gen-set goes to Cooling procedure and stops.
GenReadyToLoad
Indicates wither the gen-set is ready to undertake load. Conditions for successful gen-set start and
readiness to undertake load can be evaluated from the voltage and the frequency of the generator or
from the state of GenReadyToLoad input or from both sources. The conditions have to be fulfilled
NOTE:
When this binary input isnt configured, the setpoint GenerProtect is adjust to value ENABLED and this
value cant be changed.
Neutral Pos
In MAN mode this input switches a three position ATS switch to its neutral position it activates the
binary output NeutralPosition and switches the MCB and GCB off.
MainsHealthy
Indicates wither the mains is ready to undertake load. Conditions for undertake load can be evaluated
from the voltage and the frequency of the mains or from the state of MainsHealthy input or from both
sources. More info can be found in the description of setpoints MainsProtect or in chapter Source
evaluation.
NOTE:
When this binary input isnt configured, the setpoint MainsProtect is adjust to value ENABLED and this
value cant be changed.
Total Stop
If the input is opened, Trip is immediately activated. Stop signal for gen-set is sent and the GCB and
MCB are opened.
MCB Disable
The input is used disable issuing the MCB closing command.
If the input is active and the MCB is opened, the MCB will not be closed until the input
is deactivated.
If the input is active and the MCB is closed, the MCB will be opened.
If the input is active, MCB Disable alarm is activated.
GCB Disable
The input is used disable issuing the MCB closing command.
If the input is active and the MCB is opened, the MCB will not be closed until the input
is deactivated.
If the input is active and the MCB is closed, the MCB will be opened.
If the input is active, MCB Disable alarm is activated.
GenStart/Stop
The closed relay sends remote start signal to the gen-set. Generator protections are blocked when the
output is inactive and the GCB is blocked too. Output can be inverted (CLOSE-OFF) using Basic
Settings: GenStart Logic setpoint.
Prestart
The output closes when the gen-set start is requested and opens after the AMF Settings: Prestart
Time has elapsed. Afterwards the GenStart/Stop output is activated as a start signal for the remote
gen-set.
Pretransfer
Is activated during the Prestart phase when the Mains Fail had occurred and the gen-set start is the
result of this event. See the AMF Settings: Prestart Time setpoint for more info.
Alarm
The output closes if :
any alarm comes up or
The output opens if
FAULT RESET is pressed
The output closes again if a new fault comes up.
GCB Close/Open
The output controls the generator circuit breaker.
NOTE:
Supposed time to close (reaction time) of GCB is depend of breaker type and related to setpoint GCB
Delay.
GCB ON Coil
The output activates Generator Circuit Breaker coil. The impulse length is double of GCB Delay timer.
GCB UV Coil
The output controls Generator Circuit Breaker coil after voltage drop-out. The impulse length is double
of GCB Delay timer.
MCB Close/Open
The output controls the mains circuit breaker.
NOTE:
Supposed time to close (reaction time) of MCB is depend of breaker type and related to setpoint GCB
Delay.
MCB ON Coil
The output activates Mains Circuit Breaker coil. The impulse length is double of MCB Delay timer.
MCB UV Coil
The output controls Mains Circuit Breaker coil after voltage drop-out. The impulse length is double of
MCB Delay timer.
Fault Reset
The output is a copy of Fault Reset button on controller and binary input FaultResButton.
Gen Healthy
The output is a copy of generator status LED on IA-NT front panel. The output is closed if gen-set is
running and all gen-set electric values are in limits.
Gen On Load
(LBO) Gener On Load <= (LBO) Gen Params OK and (LBI) GCB Feedback OK
Ready To AMF
This output is activated when the controller is in AUT mode and no Trip alarm is active or unconfirmed.
It remains active when the engine is running.
Ready
The output is closed if following conditions are fulfilled:
Gen-set is not running and
Controller is not in OFF Mode
Ready To Load
The output is closed if gen-set is running and all electric values are in limits and no alarm is active - it
is possible to close GCB or it is already closed. The output opens during cooling state.
Mains Healthy
The output is copy of mains status LED on IA-NT front panel. The output is closed if mains voltage
and frequency are within limits.
AL Gen >V
The output closes if the generator overvoltage Trip alarm activates.
The output opens, if
alarm is not active and
FAULT RESET is pressed
AL Gen <V
The output closes if the generator under voltage Trip alarm activates.
The output opens, if
alarm is not active and
FAULT RESET is pressed
AL Gen Volts
The output closes if the generator over/under voltage alarm or voltage asymmetry alarm activates.
The output opens, if
alarm is not active and
FAULT RESET is pressed
AL Gen Freq
Output closes if the generator over/under frequency alarm activates.
The output opens, if
alarm is not active and
FAULT RESET is pressed
AL Gen >Freq
Output closes if the generator over frequency alarm activates.
The output opens, if
alarm is not active and
FAULT RESET is pressed
AL Gen <Freq
Output closes if the generator under frequency alarm activates.
The output opens, if
alarm is not active and
FAULT RESET is pressed
AL Mains Volts
The output closes if the mains over/under voltage alarm or voltage asymmetry alarm activates.
The output opens, if
alarm is not active
AL Mains Freq
Output closes if the mains over/under frequency alarm activates.
The output opens, if
alarm is not active
AL Overload Sd
Output closes if the generator overload alarm activates.
The output opens, if
alarm is not active and
FAULT RESET is pressed
AL Mains Fail
Output closes if the mains over/under voltage alarm, voltage asymmetry alarm or mains over/under
frequency alarm activates.
The output opens, if
alarm is not active
AL Start Fail
Output closes after the gen-set start-up fails.
The output opens, if
alarm is not active and
FAULT RESET is pressed
Note:
See setpoint Max Start Del for more information.
AL Overcurrent
Output closes if the generator
IDMT over current or
current unbalance or
short current alarm activates
The output opens, if
alarm is not active and
FAULT RESET is pressed
AL BatteryFail
Output closes when IA-NT performs reset during start procedure (probably due to weak battery) or
when battery under/over voltage warning appears.
AL Common Wrn
Output closes when any warning alarm appears.
The output opens, if
No warning alarm is active and
FAULT RESET is pressed
AL Common Trip
Output closes when any trip alarm appears.
The output opens, if
No trip alarm is active and
FAULT RESET is pressed
Mode OFF
The output is closed, if OFF Mode is selected.
Mode AUT
The output is closed, if AUT Mode is selected.
Mode TEST
The output is closed, if TEST mode is selected.
Exerc Timer 1
Output activates when Timer 1 is active. See setpoint Timer1..2Function [No Func/TEST/TEST
OnLd/MFail Blk/Mode OFF/Rem Trans] for details.
Exerc Timer 2
Output activates when Timer 2 is active. See setpoint Timer1..2Function [No Func/TEST/TEST
OnLd/MFail Blk/Mode OFF/Rem Trans] for details.
Not In AUT
Output activates when the controller is not in AUT mode.
Neutral Pos
Switches ATS switch to its neutral position. It is a complement to the MCB and GCB Close/Open
binary outputs and it switches the ATS switch to its neutral position by applying voltage level change
(log. 0/ log. 1).
MCB Close/Open output switches the ATS three way switch to the position I.
GCB Close/Open output switches the ATS three way switch to the position II.
Neutral Pos output switches the ATS three way switch to the position 0 (middle).
The resulting behavior of the ATS output differs depending on the priority of the inputs of the particular
type of the ATS switch.
If the neutral position input of the switch has the highest priority it overrides the current position of the
switch and forces the switch to the neutral position.
Neutral Coil
Activates the neutral position coil of the ATS switch. It is a complement to the MCB and GCB ON Coil
and it switches the ATS switch to its neutral position by applying a voltage pulse.
MCB ON Coil output switches the ATS three way switch to the position I.
GCB ON Coil output switches the ATS three way switch to the position II.
Neutral Coil output switches the ATS three way switch to the position 0 (middle).
Power Switch
This switch is assigned to the gen-set active power. The setpoints PowerSwitch ON [kW] and
PowerSwitch OFF [kW] for on and off level adjustment are located in the setpoint group Engine
Params. Typical usage for this binary output can be switching of dummy load. The output behaves
Shunt Trip
Activates when the system is running in short time parallel with mains (closed transition) and the time
of the parallel run is longer than 300ms. It is a kind of protection against long time parallel run with
mains when closed transition takes place.
Ctrl HeartBeat
Output signalizes Watchdog Reset. In a healthy state it blinks at 500ms : 500ms rate. When Watchdog
Reset occurs, it stops blinking.
NOTE:
There is only 1 level of a password.
ChangePassword
Use or keys to set and ENTER key to change the password.
NOTE:
At first the password has to be entered before the new password can be changed.
Basic Settings
ControllerName
User defined name, used for InteliNT identification at remote phone or mobile connection.
ControllerName is max 14 characters long and have to be entered using LiteEdit software.
CT Ratio [/5A]
Gen-set or Load phases current transformers ratio. See CT Location setpoint.
Step: 1A
Range: 1 5000 A / 5A
HINT:
For firmware versions < 2.0:
For CT Ratio <= 250 the values of power and current are displayed in a controller with one decimal.
For CT Ratio > 250 the values of power and current are displayed in a controller with integral
numbers. If you change CT Ratio in LiteEdit or directly in the controller, decimal numbers will not be
changed immediately. The change will be executed only by reconfiguring in LiteEdit. The statistics of
power will be recounted at this time with regards to decimal numbers of power.
WARNING! When you change the firmware, statistics can be invalid!
WARNING! Change of CT ratio over value 250 without reconfiguring in LiteEdit can cause
overflow of current measurement and improper function of controller!
PT Ratio [/1]
Gen-set potential transformers ratio.
Step: 0.1 V / V
Range: 0.1 500,0 V / V
Vm PT Ratio [/1]
Mains potential transformers ratio.
Step: 0.1 V / V
Range: 0.1 500,0 V / V
NOTE:
Phase sequence check is not possible to evaluate under voltage 50V what causes that if measured
voltage 50V is within the allowed range, controller will not allow to close the GCB, even if relevant LED
diode on front panel of IA-NT shining.
GenerProtect [ENABLED/DISABLED]
Setpoint enable or disable evaluating of generator voltage and frequency values.
ENABLED: Values are used for evaluating of state of source and for protections.
DISABLED: Values are not used for evaluating of state of source and for protections. If terminal for
measurement are connected to controller, values are just shown on measuring screen. More info can
be found in chapter Source evaluation or in description of binary input GenReadyToLoad.
NOTE:
When binary input GenReadyToLoad isnt configured, the setpoint GenerProtect is adjust to value
ENABLED and this value cant be changed.
MainsProtect [ENABLED/DISABLED]
Setpoint enable or disable evaluating of mains voltage and frequency values.
ENABLED: Values are used for evaluating of state of source and for protections.
DISABLED: Values are not used for evaluating of state of source and for protections. If terminal for
measurement are connected to controller, values are just shown on measuring screen. More info can
be found in chapter Source evaluation or in description of binary input MainsReadyToLoad.
NOTE:
When binary input MainsHealthy isnt configured, the setpoint MainsProtect is adjust to value
ENABLED and this value cant be changed.
ActivityAtOFF [ENABLE/DISABLE]
ENABLE: Controller at OFF mode stays at standard behavior of OFF mode.
DISABLE: Controller at OFF mode opens all binary outputs (MCB Close/Open and Gen
Start/Stop outputs are depend on MCB Logic and GenStartLogic setpoints) and there
is Fault reset active all the time.
NOTE:
Controller Mode change can be separately password protected.
Transition [OPEN/INPHASE/CLOSED/INPH-OPEN/CLOS-OPEN]
Ability to perform passive synchronization dramatically enhances controller function and brings
possibility to provide Open In-phase Transition and Closed Transition (short time parallel). Controller
provides below described types of changeover between Mains and Gen-set power sources depending
on following setpoint value:
OPEN Open Delayed Transition
IN-PHASE Open In-phase Transition
CLOSED Closed Transition
INPH-OPEN Open In-phase Transition or Open Delayed Transition
CLOS-OPEN Closed Transition or Open Delayed Transition
1. Open Delayed Transition
Open Delayed Transition is standard type of changeover provided by most common AMF or ATS
controllers supplied by other vendors. Controllers perform load transfer between both power
sources with break (blackout). Delayed Transition means there is delay between source breaker
opening and target breaker closing.
Two or three position ATS switch or two independent breakers/contactors can be used as
switching mechanism.
Bellow you can see how is Open Delay Transition implemented by IA-NT controllers. Our
controllers offer possibility to setup load transfer delay via Transfer Del setpoint.
HINT:
Use longer delay time to avoid problems with motor starters. (Motor starts prefer to see break of a
few seconds so they can initialize properly).
HINT:
To avoid issues with contactor mechanical interlocks use delay 0.75s or longer (mech. interlock on
contactors takes some time to clear). If you try to close one contactor before interlock has cleared
it can jam and you end up without supply to load).
2. Open In-phase Transition
Open In-phase Transition represents special kind of Open Delayed Transition where delay during
changeover is reduced to minimal possible value and transition initiates only when both power
sources are in sync. Transfer Del setpoint value is ignored (equals to zero). See description of
passive synchronization for more info.
This kind of transition is suitable for such systems where fast changeover (very short blackout) is
required, huge inductive load (e.g. large electric motor) is involved and it is not possible to use
Closed Transition due to some reason.
Two or three position ATS switch or two independent breakers/contactors can be used as
switching element. Reaction time of whole switching mechanism (including control relays) affects
overall changeover time and in-phase transfer accuracy.
Picture above shows how is Open In-phase Transition implemented by IA-NT controllers.
In case of system using two separate breakers/contactors controller ensures no overlap between
both switches during changeover however mechanical interlock can still be useful.
Two or three position ATS switches ensure this by its nature.
HINT:
It is necessary to use fast breakers with known closing/opening time when Open In-phase
Transition takes place. Breaker switching time is used as parameter (MCB Delay, GCB Delay) for
calculation/prediction of exact in-sync moment.
Overall blackout time equals to 100 ms + one breaker reaction time (incl. control relay delay).
HINT:
In case of source (e.g. mains) failure changeover from source is always performed as open
delayed, not as in-phase.
HINT:
During system tests two separate breakers/contactors with switching time below 50ms were used
along with fast ATS switches (e.g. SOCOMEC ATyS M 3s, switching time 180 ms).
We do not recommend usage of switching elements their reaction time exceeds these values!
3. Closed Transition
Closed Transition presents transition type where both breakers/contactors overlap for 100 ms and
transition initiates only when both power sources are in sync. This kind of transition is suitable for
such systems where no break (no blackout) changeover is required. Transfer Del setpoint value
is ignored (equals to zero).
See description of passive synchronization for more info.
Two independent breakers/contactors are required as switching elements. Reaction time of whole
switching mechanism (including control relays) affects overall changeover time.
It is required to use as fast switches as possible (breaker opening time < 100 ms
including control relay). If parallel run exceeds 200 ms both breakers are opened
and alarm is activated. If parallel run still continues (breakers are closed for at
least 100 additional milliseconds), binary output Shunt Trip is activated (if
configured).
HINT:
It is necessary to use fast breakers with known closing/opening time when Closed Transition takes
place. Breaker switching time is used as parameter (MCB Delay / GCB Delay) for
calculation/prediction of exact in-sync moment.
HINT:
In case of source (e.g. mains) failure changeover from source is always performed as open
delayed, not as closed.
HINT:
HINT:
Breaker delay default value for both breakers (MCB Delay, GCB Delay) is set to 50ms.
Comms Settings
ControllerAddr (1 .. 32) [-]
Controller identification number. It is possible to set controller address different from the default value
(1) so that more controllers can be interconnected (via RS485) and accessed e.g. from Modbus
terminal.
NOTE:
When opening connection to the controller its address has to correspond with the setting in PC tool.
NOTE:
For details on comm. speed and other technical parameters please see chapter Technical Data.
For detail description see chapter Modbus protocol. Register oriented modbus is supported.
If DHCP is ENABLED this setpoint is used to display the IP address, which has been assigned by the
DHCP server.
If DHCP is ENABLED this setpoint is used to display the IP address NetMask, which has been
assigned by the DHCP server.
If DHCP is ENABLED this setpoint is used to display the gateway IP address which has been
assigned by the DHCP server.
A gateway is a device which connects the respective segment with the other segments and/or
Internet.
DISABLED:
The ethernet connection is adjusted manually according to the setpoints
IP Addr, NetMask, GateIP, DNS IP Address.
This method should be used for classic ethernet or Internet connection. When this type of connection
is opening the controller is specified by its IP address. That means it would be inconvenient if the IP
address were not fixed (static).
ENABLED:
The ethernet connection settings is obtained automatically from the DHCP
server. The obtained settings is then copied to the related setpoints.
If the process of obtaining the settings from DHCP server is not successful
the value 000.000.000.000 is copied to the setpoint IP address and the
module continues trying to obtain the settings.
AirGate [ENABLED/DISABLED]
This setpoint selects the ethernet connection mode.
DISABLED:
This is a standard mode, in which the controller listens to the incoming traffic
and answers the TCP/IP queries addressed to him. This mode requires the
controller to be accessible from the remote device (PC), i.e. it must be
accessible at a public and static IP address if you want to connect to it from
the Internet.
ENABLED:
This mode uses the "AirGate" service, which hides all the issues with static/public address into a black
box and you do not need to take care about it. You just need only a connection to the Internet. The
AirGate server address is adjusted by the setpoint AirGate IP.
AirGate IP [-]
This setpoint is used for entering the domain name or IP address of the AirGate server. Use the free
AirGate server provided by ComAp at address airgate.comap.cz if your company does not operate its
own AirGate server.
Engine Params
Prestart Time [s]
Time of closing of the Prestart and/or Pretransfer output prior to the engine start.
Set to zero if you want to leave the output Prestart/Pretransfer open.
Step: 1s
Range: 0 600 s
PowerSwitchOFF [kW]
Threshold level for switching the binary output Power Switch off.
Step: 1
Range: 0 32000 kW
NOTE:
All electric protections when activated result in Trip.
The generator protections are evaluated from different voltages based on ConnectionType setting:
3W 4Ph Ph-Ph voltage
3W 3Ph Ph-Ph voltage
Split Ph Ph-N voltage
Mono Ph Ph-N voltage
GenerProtect [ENABLE/DISABLE]
ENABLE: Generator protections of the controller are active.
DISABLE: Generator protections of the controller are inactive.
NOTE:
Reaction time is limited up to 3600 sec = 60 minutes. IDMT protection is not active for Reaction time
values longer than 60 minutes. Logical binary output GenStartStop must be configured to evaluate
IDMT protection.
Overcurrent
200 % = 100 % 101 % 110 %
IDMT Curr
Del
0,2 s No action 20 s 2s
Reaction time 2s No action 200 s 20 s
20 s No action No action 200 s
(time > 900 s)
Igen
Nominal Current Short Crct Sd
AMF Settings
RetFromIsland [MANUAL, AUTO]
MANUAL: After closing GCB, IA-NT goes to MAN Mode automatically.
AUTO: No automatic switching to MAN Mode.
MainsReturnDel [s]
Delay after the mains return to the GCB opening.
Step: 1s
Range: 1 3600 s
The time charts bellow show recommended setting of AMF Settings: Transfer Del setpoint.
If the Transfer Del setpoint is set shorter If some delay between MCB feedback
than the time required for opening of the deactivation and closing of GCB Close/Open
circuit breaker, the controller closes GCB output is required, then the Transfer Del
Close/Open output straight away (100 ms) must be set to sum of MCB opening + del
after the MCB feedback input deactivates. time.
MCB MCB
Close/Open Close/Open
MCB MCB
Feedback Transfer Feedback
Del
MCB opening del
HINT:
To evaluate Mains > V and Mains < V the controller has implemented additional hysteresis.
If Mains <V >90% then hysteresis for Mains <V is calculated as 40% from (100 Mains <V)
If Mains >V <110% then hysteresis for Mains >V is calculated as 40% from (100 Mains >V)
AUX.
INVERTING
RELAY
DO 4
IA-NT MCB
- +
BATTERY
NOTE:
In the case MCB Logic = CLOSE-OFF it is necessary to change externally the polarity of the output
signal.
MANUAL:
1) Select TEST, gen-sets starts and running unloaded
2) To transfer load from mains to the gen-set press MCB ON/OFF or wait for power-cut.
3) When mains recovers, the gen-set remains running loaded.
4) To stop the gen-set select AUTO Mode
5) In AUT Mode:
a) After the MainsReturnDel InteliATSNT opens the GCB
b) After the Transfer Del delay InteliATSNT closes the MCB.
c) The gen-set is cooled and stopped
AUT:
1) Select TEST, gen-sets starts and running unloaded
2) To transfer load from mains to the gen-set wait for the power-cut. the controller does not response
for MCB ON/OFF button.
3) When the mains recovers:
a) After the MainsReturnDel the controller opens the GCB
b) After the Transfer Del delay the controller closes the MCB.
GENRUN
The command to open the MCB is not given till the Gen-set starts (with respecting the setpoint
EmergStart Del), reaches proper voltage and frequency and Min Stab Time elapses. After that, the
MCB is opened, Transfer Del timer is started and the GCB is closed after the timer elapses.
NOTE:
This option should be used for MCBs using 230V control and not equipped with the under voltage coil.
GCBFeedbackDel [s]
After closing binary output GCB close/open this timer starts. After the timer elapses the state of BI:
GCB feedback is evaluated.
If the setting of the GCB feedback del setpoint is longer than 60.0 s it means there is NO TIMEOUT.
Step: 0.1 s
Range: 0 60.0 s, 60.1 s = NO TIMEOUT.
MCBFeedbackDel [s]
After closing binary output MCB close/open this timer starts. After the timer elapses the state of BI:
MCB feedback is evaluated.
If the setting of the MCB feedback del setpoint is longer than 60.0 s it means there is NO TIMEOUT.
Step: 0.1 s
Range: 0 60.0 s, 60.1 s = NO TIMEOUT.
Sync Ctrl
Voltage Window [%]
This setpoint adjusts maximum allowed difference between generator and mains/bus voltage in
respective phases for passive synchronizing:
Step: 1%
Range: 0 30 %
Default: 10 %
NOTE:
Time stamps are only recorded into history while gen-set is running. When is engine stopped there are
no time stamps records made.
Time [HHMMSS]
Real time clock adjustment.
Date [DDMMYYYY]
Actual date adjustment.
Timer1..2 ON Time
Day time when Timer output activates.
SMS/E-Mail
Remote alarm messaging
If a GSM modem and/or InternetBridge-NT is connected to the controller, the controller can send SMS
messages and/or emails in the moment when a new alarm appears in the Alarm list. The message will
contain a copy of the Alarm list.
To enable this function, you should select with setpoints Yel Alarm Msg and Red Alarm Msg, which
levels of alarms shall be announced (red/yellow/both) and also enter valid GSM phone number and/or
e-mail address to the setpoints TelNo/Addr Ch1 and TelNo/Addr Ch2. It is possible to put either a
GSM number or e-mail to both setpoints.
Controller is capable to detect which communication terminal is connected to the network and send
the email/SMS via the active one. InternetBridge-NT is preferred terminal if more possibilities are
detected.
NOTE:
An internet module must be available for sending of e-mails. Similarly, a GSM modem is necessary for
sending of SMS.
NOTE:
There are 5 attempts for any active call (SMS/E-Mail). Timeout for connection is 90 sec and after 120
sec controller starts the next attempt. During the time the IA-NT is trying to send an active call type,
incoming calls are blocked.
NOTE:
The target address (GSM phone number or e-mail address) must be set correctly to the setpoint(s)
TelNo/Addr Ch1 resp. TelNo/Addr Ch2.
NOTE:
The target address (GSM phone number or e-mail address) must be set correctly to the setpoint(s)
TelNo/Addr Ch1 resp. TelNo/Addr Ch2.
TelNo/Addr Ch1, 2
Enter either a valid GSM phone number or e-mail address to this setpoint, where the alarm messages
shall be sent. Type of active call is considered from the value of this parameter. If it consist @ it is
NOTE:
For GSM numbers use either national format (i.e. like number you will dial if you want to make a local
call) or full international format with "+" character followed by international prefix in the beginning.
This setpoint can be modified from PC only!
NOTE:
If this setpoint is configured as password-protected, correct password must be entered prior
attempting to change the mode.
NOTE:
Mode can not be changed, if Access Lock input is active.
There are following binary inputs that can be used to force one respective operating mode
independently on the mode setpoint selection:
Remote OFF
Remote MAN
Remote AUT
Remote TEST
Rem TEST OnLd
If the respective input is active the controller will change mode to the respective position according to
the active input. If more inputs are active the mode will be changed according to priorities of the
inputs. The priorities match the order in the list above. If all inputs are deactivated the mode will return
to the original position given by the setpoint.
OFF
The behavior of the controller in OFF mode depends mainly on setting of the ActivityAtOff setpoint.
No activity
Setpoint ActivityAtOff = DISABLED.
The controller opens all binary outputs and Fault reset is active all the time. Output controlling MCB
remains unchanged!
Standard activity
Setpoint ActivityAtOff = ENABLED.
The GCB will be opened and the engine will be immediately stopped without unloading and cooling.
The MCB is closed permanently (MCB Opens On = GENRUN) or is closed or open according to the
mains is present or not (MCB Opens On = MAINSFAIL). No AMF (Auto Mains Failure - evaluates
Mains failure / return) function will be performed. Buttons MCB, GCB, START, STOP including the
appropriate binary inputs for external buttons are not active. Output GenStart/Stop is not energized.
MAN
The engine can be started and stopped manually using START and STOP buttons (or external buttons
wired to appropriate binary inputs) in MAN mode. This will activate/deactivate GenStart/Stop binary
output which polarity depends on GenStart Logic setpoint. When the engine is running, GCB can be
closed to a dead bus. Also MCB can be closed and opened manually using the MCB button,
regardless the mains is present or not. No autostart is performed. No reaction to the input Rem
Start/Stop.
NOTE:
The engine can run without load unlimited time. The controller does not automatically stop the running
gen-set in MAN Mode and does not start the gen-set when power cut comes.
NOTE:
If some voltage arises on generator bus (e.g. gen-set was started externally - not via IA-NT), generator
LED blinks and [Stop], [MCB], [GCB] buttons are inactive. To bring them into operation [Start] button
has to be pressed - it will synchronize IA-NT with gen-set state.
CAUTION!
The MCB can be opened manually in MAN mode. Accidental opening the MCB will cause the object
(load) will remain without power!!!
AUT
The engine is started and stopped either by the binary input Rem Start/Stop or by the AMF
mechanism or by the manual transfer request via Rem Transfer binary input. Buttons MCB, GCB,
START, STOP including the appropriate binary inputs for external buttons are not active. The full start
sequence up to the moment when the engine is loaded is automatic as well as unloading and stop
sequence.
The controller behavior when gen-set is stopped and restarted again whilst the mains failure
constantly persists:
If the problem on the gen-set side appears, all faults messages are auto-quit and no next
operation is blocked
Gen-set Start/Stop signal stays active
Controller waits for gen-set parameters are OK (means GenReadyToLoad signal is activated or
generator voltages are in allowed limits) and then GCB is reclosed
For ensuring GCB Open/Close output remains off whilst Gen Voltage is OK long enough to
rewind the Circuit breaker to the off position use the Transfer Del setpoint
1
Mains failed means mains over/under -voltage, over/under -frequency, voltage asymmetry (preset
delay must elapse)
See also chapters: Circuit breakers timing and AMF time chart.
WARNING!
If an red alarm is present and the gen-set is in AUT mode, it can start by self after all red alarms
becomes inactive and are acknowledged!!!
TEST
The behavior of the controller in TEST mode depends mainly on setting of the ReturnFromTEST
setpoint.
Automatic return
Setpoint ReturnFromTEST = AUTO.
The gen-set will be started when the controller is put to TEST mode and will remain running unloaded.
If a mains failure occurs, the MCB will be opened and after Transfer Del the GCB will be closed and
the gen-set will supply the load. After mains is recovered, the delay MainsReturnDel will count
down and if elapses and the mains is still ok, the controller will transfer the load back to the
mains and the gen-set will remain running unloaded again until the mode is changed.
Manual return
Setpoint ReturnFromTEST = MANUAL.
The gen-set will be started when the controller is put to TEST mode and will remain running unloaded.
If a mains failure occurs, the gen-set will take the load.
The load can be transferred to the gen-set also manually:
If the MCB button is pressed, the controller will open the MCB, then wait for Transfer Del and
finally close the GCB.
Once the load is supplied by the gen-set, the gen-set remains supplying it until the controller is
switched to other mode.
Periodic exercises
The output from the Exerc timer 1 is internally connected to the Remote TEST binary input to enable
periodic testing of the gen-set.
The controller must have AUT mode selected by mode buttons and other "mode forcing" binary inputs
must not be active to ensure proper function of the exercise.
NOTE:
If a Trip or other red alarm comes while the load is supplied from the gen-set and the mains is healthy,
the load is switched back to the mains.
CAUTION!
The gen-set starts automatically and is always running in TEST mode!
Mains fail is detected as Mains <V, Mains >V, Mains V Unbal, Mains <Freq, Mains >Freq. After
detection MCB is opened.
NOTE:
When MCB feedback drop-out and measured mains electrical limits (voltage, frequency) are still in
limits, the controller switches MCB ON again.
Mains fail
MCB
opened
Mains V Del or Mains Freq
Del or Mains VUnb Del
genset start
EmergStart Del
MCB Opens On = GENRUN:
The MCB is not opened till the engine starts and gets ready to take the load.
Engine started
MCB opened
MinGenStabTime
MaxGenStartDel
GCB closed
Transfer Del
Mains return
GCB opened
MCB closed
Transfer Del
MCB opened
GCB closed
Transfer Del
Source evaluation
Source evaluation is same for generator and mains. Setpoints and binary inputs connected with
source evaluation are:
GenProtect setpoint (for generator)
MainsProtect setpoint (for generator)
GenReadyToLoad binary input (for mains)
MainsHealthy binary input (for mains)
State of source can be evaluated in these ways:
Binary input only
Measured values only
Binary input and measured values
Warning (WRN)
When warning comes up, only alarm outputs and common warning output are closed.
Possible warnings:
See List of possible events
Trip (TRP)
When the trip alarm comes up, InteliATSNT opens outputs GCB CLOSE/OPEN, GENSTART/STOP
and PRESTART to stop the engine immediately. Alarm outputs and common shutdown output are
closed. Active or not reset protection disables start.
Mains failure detection depends on Auto mains failure (AMF) setpoints (levels and delays) adjusting.
When the mains failure comes up, mains circuit breaker is opened.
NOTE:
Mains failure is not written to alarm list!
NOTE:
For more details please see the:
* AMF Settings: Min Stab Time & Max Start Del setpoint description,
** AMF Settings: MCB Opens On & Transfer Del setpoint description.
When is BO GCB close/open (MCB Close/Open) in steady state and GCB feedback (MCB feedback)
is changed the GCB fail is detected immediately (no delay).
closed
BO GCB close/open opened BO GCB close/open
closed
BI GCB feedback BI GCB feedback opened
active active
Alarm: GCB fail Alarm: GCB fail
Alarm detection: Alarm detection:
immediatelly immediatelly
When BO GCB Close/Open (MCB Close/Open) opens, there is GCB Delay (0.01 - 60 s) delay for
GCB fail and MCB Delay (0.01 - 60 s) for MCB fail detection.
When BO GCB Close/Open (MCB Close/Open) closes, GCB Delay (0.01 - 60 s) delay for GCB fail
and MCB Delay (0.01 - 60 s) for MCB fail detection.
closed
BO GCB close/open
active
Alarm: GCB fail
NOTE:
You can solve state of MCB fail by pressing Fault Reset button. You can also disable feedbacks by
removing them via LiteEdit.
NOTE:
Events Trp Gen Lx <V, Trp Gen <Freq, Trp Gen V Unbal, Trp Amps Unbal are confirmed
automatically. Fault Reset its not necessary to activate after the cause of the event disappeared.
History file
InteliATSNT stores a record of each important event into the history file. The history file seats 117
records. When the history file is full, the oldest records are removed.
NOTE:
To force history download in LiteEdit (direct, modem or Internet) open History window and select
History | Read history command.
Record structure
Abbreviation Historical value
Num Number of historical event
Reason Event specification
Date Date of historical event in format DD/MM/YY
Time Time of historical event in format HH:MM:SS
Mode Controllers mode
Pwr Generator active power
PF Generator PF
Language screen
InteliATSNT controller offers configurable language support. On this screen is possible to switch
between languages configured in controller.
USER interface is meant for customers, who prefer simple and easy menu and dont wish to list in
complex menu or change the settings of controller. In USER interface controller displays measuring,
alarm and init screens.
ENGINEER interface is dedicated for engineers and allow changing the settings of controller,
reviewing the history, measurement, alarms and grant the full access to all controllers screens which
are available. This mode is default.
This screen also consists information about controllers Serial number and Password decode number
which can be useful in case of lost password to controller. For this situations please contact your
distributor for help and these two numbers will be needed to recover the password.
Last value displayed on screen is DiagData, which is internal ComAp information is case of FW or unit
problems, which helps ComAp to analyze the root cause and find a proper solution.
On the PC (for direct or modem connection) has to be installed the ComAps software package
LiteEdit. (based on Windows 95 or newer platform)
LiteEdit enables:
read the quantities
adjust all set points
control the engine
configure the controller
select software configuration
modify alarm inputs and outputs
modify password, commands protections
direct, modem or Internet communication
CROSSED-WIRED
RS232 RS232 CABLE USB
RS232
IL-NT RS232
USB
Shielded USB A
USB USB
cable
IL-NT S-USB
1. IL-NT RS232
2. IL-NT RS232-485
3. IL-NT S-USB (USB easily removable service module)
The RS232 or USB interface uses COM1 port of the controller. The RS485 uses COM2.
HINT:
Make sure the grounding system on controller and PC COM port (negative of the PC DC supply) are
identical before the first direct connection. There must not be any voltage between these two points
otherwise the internal reversible fuse in controller burns out. The simple solution is to assure, that the
PC supply 240/20V is ground free (GND terminal is not connected).
PC CONTROLLER
2 - RxD 2 - RxD
RS232
RS232
0 VDC
- +
Battery
Modem connection
A PC can be connected to the controller also remotely via modems. Either an analog, GSM or ISDN
modem must be connected to the RS232 interface and the setpoint COM1 Mode must be set to
MODEM.
Ethernet
IL-NT RS232 RS232
LAN / WAN / RJ45
IL-NT RS232-485
GSM INTERNET
MODEM
BTS / Mobile
provider
OR
Ethernet
IL-NT RS232 RS232 LAN / WAN / RJ45
IL-NT RS232-485 INTERNET
ANALOG
MODEM
OR
1. IL-NT RS232
2. IL-NT RS232-485
Siemens/Cinterion M20, TC35, TC35i, ES75, MC39 (baud rate 9600 bps)
Wavecom M1200/WMOD2 (baud rate 9600 bps)
Wavecom Maestro 20
Wavecom Fastrack M1306B (Fastrack M1206B is not recommended)
Falcom A2D
Internet connection
A PC can be connected to the controller also remotely via Ethernet (internet, intranet). An appropriate
Ethernet communication module must be used.
Use a plug-in communication module IB-Lite or IL-NT-GPRS to connect to the IA-NT controller via the
internet. The setpoint COM1 Mode must be set to the DIRECT position.
Static IP
Ethernet Ethernet
RJ45 LAN / WAN / RJ45
IB-Lite
INTERNET
Static (Public) IP
Ethernet
LAN / WAN / RJ45
IL-NT GPRS
INTERNET
Ethernet
RJ45
IB-Lite
LAN / WAN /
Non-static non-public IP
Only AirGate ID
INTERNET
(controller nickname) Ethernet
RJ45
LAN / WAN /
IL-NT GPRS
INTERNET
IB-Lite
HINT:
Setting the module up requires a certain familiarity with network administration. Ask your IT specialist
for assistance.
The default settings of the module are IP = 192.168.1.254, Netmask = 255.255.255.0 and
Gateway = 192.168.1.1. The default password for service webpages is comap (or 0).
To restore the default settings, close the restore default setting jumper located on the module before
switching the controller on and remove it few seconds after the controller has been switched on.
HINT:
The default settings can be changed directly from the controller panel by pressing the Page button
and using , and Enter to get to the Comms Settings menu (THIS APPLIES TO FIRMWARE VERSIONS
1.3 AND HIGHER).
1. Plug the module into the controller and power the controller on.
2. Connect the module into your Ethernet network. If the default address does not match local
network parameters (i.e. the network segment does not use the IP range 192.168.1.xxx or the
IP 192.168.1.254 is occupied), connect the module directly to your PC using a cross-wired
cable. See details in the Installation chapter.
3. If you are connected directly, you have to change temporarily the IP address and subnet mask
of your PC Ethernet connection. Use the following settings: DHCP disabled, IP from the range
192.168.1.1 192.168.1.253 and subnet mask 255.255.255.0. After the IB-Lite setup is
finished, restore your PC setting back to the original values.
4. Start a web browser and direct it to http://192.168.1.254/sp_config.htm.
5. After a successful login the configuration page will be displayed.
6. It is recommended to change the user name and password and keep the new values
confidential.
7. Consult your IT specialist for proper IP settings.
8. Consult your e-mail provider for proper e-mail settings. Note that also most public SMTP
servers require authentication and e-mails must be sent from an existing address.
9. If you want to enable access only for clients with a specified IP address, tick the checkbox
Trusted clients and fill-in the allowed IP addresses.
HINT:
See also the latest LiteEdit Reference Guide (available on the ComAp web site) for more information
about IB-Lite setup.
Firmware upgrade
HINT:
Interrupting the upload will NOT cause any damage. Just repeat the upload again.
IL-NT-GPRS
CAUTION!
Any manipulation with plug-in module shall be done with disconnected power supply to both controller
and module. Power supply shall be switched on also is same time to both module and controller. Fail
to follow these instructions (power supply active only in controller or only in module) can lead to
module or controller failure!
Once this AirGate ID is displayed, connection via AirGate was successful. This value will be
needed for LiteEdit or WebSupervisor connection. Kindly make a note for future reference.
Should you encounter any troubles with connection, check the faultcodes on the same screen
and find detailed description in Diagnostic codes listed lower.
12. Open LiteEdit PC software or enter your WebSupervisor account at
http://websupervisor.comap.cz.
HINT:
For opening a new WebSupervisor account kindly send e-mail to [email protected]
your Name, Login name, E-mail address and Timezone. We will create free account for you. Details
at: http://www.comap.cz/products/detail/WebSupervisor .
Communication is now ready for use.
HINT:
To reduce the data traffic over GPRS network you can set in setpoint group Comms Settings
the parameter AirGate IP = 80.95.108.26. This will save significant data amount needed for
translation of Airgate server IP address. In case of changing the server IP address this settings has to
be updated or returned to default airgate.comap.cz.
HINT:
From its nature the GPRS connection can from time to time drop for a short time due to a number of
reasons affecting the cellular network. However the system is designed in the way that controller will
automatically reconnect back.
AirGate
technology for easy plug-and-play wireless communication is incorporated into the product. An
ordinary SIM card with GPRS service is suitable for this system. This overcomes problems with the
necessity for a special SIM card (fixed and public IP), firewalls and difficult communication settings.
http://www.comap.cz/news-room/news-and-events/detail/AirGate
http://www.comap.cz/news-room/news-and-events/detail/The-Rainbow-rises-for-remotemonitoring-
applications/
Locate
The controller supports the technology for GSM localization using an IL-NT-GPRS
communication module. It is possible to view the localization in WebSupervisor.
The selection of the function of serial port is done via the setpoint COMx Mode in Basic settings
The complete description of Modbus communication protocol can be found in Modbus Protocol
Reference Guide PI-MBUS-300 and Open Modbus Specification Release 1.0. Both documents are
available on the web.
NOTE:
To obtain communication object numbers it is possible to download the actual controller description
on-line from controller or from (ail) archive and use export data function from LiteEdit software.
HINT:
Do not write setpoints repeatedly (e.g. power control from a PLC by repeated writing of baseload
setpoint via Modbus) The setpoints are stored in EEPROM memory, which can be overwritten up to
105 times without risk of damage or data loss, but it may become damaged, when the allowed number
of writing cycles is exceeded!
General description
Remote display software works as remote display and control for the master InteliATSNT, InteliLiteNT
or InteliDrive Lite controller. Genset/Engines can be controlled from remote display as well as from
master controller. All remote display screens (Measure, Setpoints and History) displays the same data
like master controller. Front panel buttons on both controllers work the same way. All remote display
LEDs shows the same state as corresponding LEDs on master controller.
Warning!
It is highly recommended to use the same type and model of controller for master and remote
display. Only in such case is assured the proper function of all buttons, LED diodes and
display.
Another combinations of HW types and models from Master controller and remote display are
not supported nor tested!
The IL-NT-RD remote display firmware is installed in the same way as any other IA-NT firmware using
LiteEdit software. Please see LiteEdit Reference guide for details about upgrading firmware. IL-NT-RD
contains only firmware, not an archive.
However when there is IL-NT-RD firmware installed in the controller the procedure to install back the
original standard firmware is following:
CAUTION!
Check the statistic values after firmware upgrade. Readjust the values if necessary.
IL-NT-RD Wiring
IL-NT-RD can be connected to InteliATSNT, InteliLiteNT or InteliDrive Lite controller via RS232 or
RS485 communication line. It is possible to connect only up to two remote displays to one master
controller, if they are using different communication COMs. It is not supported to connect two or more
remote displays to one communication line, e.g. RS485. It is possible to monitor only one master
controller from one remote display at the time.
Connection process
Remote display after power on automatically starts to search for any master controller connected. It
starts to search on COM1 from master controllers address 1 to 32 and later on COM2 from address 1
to 32. Remote display tries two communication speeds 38400 bps and 56000bps.
During this process is displayed text Detecting on screen and progress bar below counts from 0 to
100%. This process takes approx. 10-15 seconds. Than is 5 seconds pause and process continues
again until compatible master controller is found.
Not supported types of controllers, not supported application, or controllers that are not properly
communicating are skipped during the search.
IA-NT IA-NT
IL-NT- IL-NT-
IL-NT IL-NT
RS232 RS232
ID-Lite RS 232 (COM1) ID-Lite
IA-NT IA-NT
IL-NT- IL-NT-
IL-NT IL-NT
RS232-485 RS232-485
ID-Lite RS 232 (COM1) ID-Lite
OR
IA-NT IA-NT
IL-NT- IL-NT-
IL-NT IL-NT
RS232-485 RS232-485
ID-Lite RS 485 (COM2) ID-Lite
OR
IA-NT IA-NT
IL-NT- IL-NT-
IL-NT IL-NT
RS232-485 RS232-485
ID-Lite RS 232 (COM1) ID-Lite
IA-NT
IL-NT-
IL-NT
RS232-485
ID-Lite RS 485 (COM2)
Remote Display 2
It is possible to make a RS232 direct connection with IL-NT-RS232 module on one side and IL-NT-
RS232-485 module on the other side.
Any connected RS 232 to RS 422/485 converter has to be set to passive DSR signal (when DSR
connected) after switch on.
Function description
Remote display IL-NT-RD works as remote display and control of the master InteliATSNT, InteliLiteNT or
InteliDrive Lite controller. It is supposed and highly recommended that both, remote display and
master are using the same HW type and model of controller. Another types and models of master and
remote display are not supported nor tested. All remote displays LEDs show the same state as
corresponding LEDs on master controller. Front panel buttons on both controllers work in the same
way. Genset/Engine can be controlled from remote display as well as from master controller. User can
switch screens, set password, change setpoints and view history records.
All IL-NT-RD screens Init, Measure, Setpoints and History display the same data like in the master
controller.
Interruption of the serial line between master device and Remote display has no effect to the master
controller.
If the serial line between master device and remote display is interrupted, or communication cannot be
established, remote display shows its Init screen and message Trying and all LEDs are off.
Once remote display finds compatible master it shows Preparing and downloads configuration table
from master controller.
After the configuration from master is downloaded remote display jump to master controllers Init
screen and all LEDs and blinking.
It is possible to switch to remote displays Init screen to check its version and serial number of used
controller and communication status by pressing PAGE button for 3 seconds.
SW compatibility
IL-NT-RD sw. version 1.0 is compatible with masters SW:
Some of the future InteliATSNT, InteliLiteNT, ID-Lite versions may require upgrade of the IL-NT-RD
software.
HINT:
When internal RTC battery becomes flat, controller function (e.g. Ready for standby) does not change
4until controller power supply is switched off. Some time before the battery is completely exhausted, a
warning message appears in Alarmlist: "RTCbatteryFlat".
After the next power switch on (with flat battery already) controller:
Stays in the INIT state (not possible to run genset)
All History records disappear except of System log: SetpointCS err record
Time and Date values are set to zero
Statistics values are random
1. Disconnect all terminals from the controller and remove the controller from the switchboard.
2. Release the rear cover using a flat screwdriver or another suitable tool.
NOTE:
* With optional plug-in module
Y Available
N Not available
Power supply
Allowed supply voltage drop-out: 100ms from min. 10V, return to min. 8V
Battery voltage measurement tolerance 2 % at 24V
NOTE:
For the supply voltage less than 7V the backlight of the display is switched off.
Short-term voltage drops (e.g. during the engine cranking) do not affect the operation at all.
Operating conditions
Dimensions 180x120x55mm
Weight 450g
Current inputs
Nominal input current (from CT) 5A
Load (CT output impedance) < 0.1
CT input burden < 0.2 VA per phase (In=5A)
Max. measured current from CT 10 A
Current measurement tolerance 2 % from the Nominal current
Max. peak current from CT 50 A / 1s
Max. continuous current 10 A
Voltage inputs
Measuring voltage range 0 277 VAC phase to neutral
0 480 VAC phase to phase
Maximal measured voltage 340 VAC phase to neutral
600 VAC phase to phase
Input resistance 0.6 M phase to phase
0.3 M phase to neutral
Voltage measurement tolerance 2 % from the Nominal voltage
Overvoltage class III / 2 (EN61010)
Impulse voltage (Uimp) 4 kV
Binary inputs
Not electrically separated
Number of inputs 7
Input resistance 4.2 k
Input range 0-36 VDC
Switching voltage level for close contact indication 02 V
Max voltage level for open contact indication 836 V
Maximal distance 5m
Maximum Speed Up to 57.6 kBd (DIRECT), 38.4kBd Analog
modem, 9.6 kBd digital modem, 57.6 kBd
(MODBUS)