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37365A
GCP-30 Series Packages

Genset Control
Configuration
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Manual 37365A
Manual 37365A GCP-30 Series Packages - Genset Control
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type of prime mover with possible personal injury or loss of life should the mechanical-hydraulic gov-
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Contents
NOTE
The functions described in this manual are included in the different packages of the GCP-30 series.
Some functions are only available in specific packages. Specific model numbers at the beginning of
the parameter/function text will indicate package specific parameters/functionality.
[GCP-32] This function is only found in GCP-32 controllers.
[GCP-31] This function is only found in GCP-31 controllers.
BPQ This function is only found in controllers with the BPQ Package (GCP-31/BPQ and GCP-
32/BPQ).
XPD This function is only found in controllers with the XPD Package (GCP-31/XPD and GCP-
32/XPD).
XPQ This function is only found in controllers with the XPQ Package (GCP-31/XPQ and GCP-
32/XPQ).
SB03 This function is only found in controllers with the SB03 Option (GCP-31/XPQ+SB03 and
GCP-32/XPQ+SB03).
SC10 This function is only found in controllers with the SC10 Option (GCP-31/XPQ+SC10 and
GCP-32/XPQ+SC10).
CHAPTER 1. GENERAL INFORMATION .......................................................................................... 7

Functional Overview................................................................................................................................. 8
CHAPTER 2. FUNCTION............................................................................................................... 9
Considerations To Be Taken: .................................................................................................................. 9
Different Options ............................................................................................................................ 9
Systems Without a Mains Circuit Breaker ..................................................................................... 9
Signals.................................................................................................................................................... 10
Discrete Inputs ............................................................................................................................. 10
Control Outputs ............................................................................................................................ 12
CHAPTER 3. CONFIGURATION ................................................................................................... 14
Basic Data .............................................................................................................................................. 15
Version Number (Software Version) ............................................................................................ 15
Password ..................................................................................................................................... 15
Direct Configuration ..................................................................................................................... 16
Generator Number ....................................................................................................................... 17
Language Manager (XPD, XPQ) ................................................................................................. 17
Service Display ............................................................................................................................ 20
Event Logger (XPD, XPQ) ..................................................................................................................... 21
Possible Event Logger Entries..................................................................................................... 21
Analog Inputs ............................................................................................................................... 23
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Measuring .............................................................................................................................................. 24
Rated Frequency ......................................................................................................................... 24
Potential Transformers (Voltage Transformers).......................................................................... 24
Rated Voltage .............................................................................................................................. 26
Generator Current ....................................................................................................................... 27
Mains Current/Mains Power Measurement ................................................................................. 28
LS 4 Mode (GCP-31: XPD, XPQ) ............................................................................................... 31
Measurement Units ..................................................................................................................... 31
Password Configuration .............................................................................................................. 32
Controller ............................................................................................................................................... 33
Analog Controller Outputs (BPQ, XPQ) ...................................................................................... 34
Real Power Controller, Set Point Values .................................................................................... 37
Table Of Set Point Values ........................................................................................................... 38
Frequency Controller ................................................................................................................... 39
Voltage Controller........................................................................................................................ 43
Power Factor Controller .............................................................................................................. 47
Real Power Controller ................................................................................................................. 49
Load and/or var Sharing .............................................................................................................. 53
Automatic ............................................................................................................................................... 57
Load Management ...................................................................................................................... 57
Stop Of The Engine At Mains Failure [GCP-31] ......................................................................... 66
Interface....................................................................................................................................... 67
Breaker .................................................................................................................................................. 68
Functional Description ................................................................................................................. 68
Breaker Logic .............................................................................................................................. 74
Start/Stop Ramp, Open GCB With F2 Alarm .............................................................................. 81
GCB/MCB Pulse/Continuous Pulse ............................................................................................ 82
Open/Close GCB......................................................................................................................... 84
Synchronization ........................................................................................................................... 85
Synchronization Time Monitoring ................................................................................................ 86
Dead Bus Start ............................................................................................................................ 87
Breaker Monitoring ...................................................................................................................... 88
Mains Decoupling ........................................................................................................................ 89
Emergency Power (AMF) (GCP-32; GCP-31: XPD, XPQ) ................................................................... 91
Emergency Power With Breaker Logic "PARALLEL" ................................................................. 92
Emergency Power With Breaker Logic "OPEN TRANSIT." ........................................................ 92
Emergency Power With Breaker Logic "CLOSED TRANSIT." ................................................... 93
Emergency Power With Breaker Logic "INTERCHANGE" ......................................................... 93
Emergency Power With Breaker Logic "EXTERNAL"................................................................. 93
Emergency power With MCB Malfunction................................................................................... 94
Emergency Power Operation; Parameters ................................................................................. 94
Protection............................................................................................................................................... 95
Generator Power Monitoring ....................................................................................................... 95
Mains Power Monitoring .............................................................................................................. 97
Generator Overload Monitoring................................................................................................... 98
Generator Reverse/Reduced Power Monitoring ......................................................................... 99
Unbalanced Load Monitoring .................................................................................................... 100
Independent Time-Overcurrent Monitoring ............................................................................... 101
Generator Frequency Monitoring .............................................................................................. 103
Engine Overspeed Monitoring ................................................................................................... 103
Generator Voltage Monitoring ................................................................................................... 104
Mains Frequency Monitoring ..................................................................................................... 105
Mains Voltage Monitoring .......................................................................................................... 106
Phase/Vector Shift Monitoring dϕ/dt ......................................................................................... 107
Mains Settling Time ................................................................................................................... 108
Battery Voltage Monitoring ........................................................................................................ 109
Time Of Active Horn .................................................................................................................. 109

Discrete Inputs ..................................................................................................................................... 110

Alarm Inputs ............................................................................................................................... 111
Configuring The Text For The Discrete Inputs .......................................................................... 112
Control Inputs............................................................................................................................. 113
Terminal 6 Function ................................................................................................................... 116
Analog Inputs (XPD, XPQ) ................................................................................................................... 119
Setting The Analog Inputs ......................................................................................................... 119
Outputs ................................................................................................................................................. 127
Analog Outputs (XPD, XPQ)...................................................................................................... 127
Relay Manager........................................................................................................................... 128
Engine .................................................................................................................................................. 129
Start/Stop Sequence 'Gas Engine' ............................................................................................ 130
Start/Stop Sequence 'Diesel Engine' ......................................................................................... 133
Cool Down ................................................................................................................................. 135
Delayed Engine Monitoring And Firing Speed........................................................................... 136
Magnetic Pick-Up Input .............................................................................................................. 138
Counter / Real Time Clock ................................................................................................................... 139
Maintenance Call ....................................................................................................................... 139
Operating Hours Counter........................................................................................................... 140
Start Counter.............................................................................................................................. 140
kWh Counter .............................................................................................................................. 141
Real Time Clock (XPD, XPQ) .................................................................................................... 142
Current Slave Pointer ................................................................................................................ 143
CHAPTER 4. COMMISSIONING ................................................................................................. 144
APPENDIX A. ANALOG OUTPUT MANAGER (XPD, XPQ) ........................................................... 146
APPENDIX B. RELAY MANAGER .............................................................................................. 149
APPENDIX C. INTERFACE PROTOCOL ...................................................................................... 153
Transmission Telegram ....................................................................................................................... 153
Receiving Telegram ............................................................................................................................. 162
CAN Bus Structure ............................................................................................................................... 163
Transmission Telegram ............................................................................................................. 163
Current Direction Message ........................................................................................................ 163
Power Set Point Value Message ............................................................................................... 164
CAN Bus Address Requirements .............................................................................................. 164
APPENDIX D. LIST OF PARAMETERS ....................................................................................... 165
APPENDIX E. SERVICE OPTIONS ............................................................................................. 174
Product Service Options ...................................................................................................................... 174
Returning Equipment For Repair ......................................................................................................... 174
Packing A Control ...................................................................................................................... 175
Return Authorization Number RAN ........................................................................................... 175
Replacement Parts............................................................................................................................... 175
How To Contact Woodward ................................................................................................................. 176
Engineering Services ........................................................................................................................... 177
Technical Assistance ........................................................................................................................... 178

Illustrations And Tables
Illustrations
Figure 3-1: Control loop ........................................................................................................................................................... 34
Figure 3-2: Step response (Example) ........................................................................................................................................ 34
Figure 3-3: Step responds - governor configuration ................................................................................................................. 36
Figure 3-4: CAN bus load/var sharing, diagram ....................................................................................................................... 55
Figure 3-5: Breaker control logic 'Impulse' for MCB ............................................................................................................... 82
Figure 3-6: Breaker control logic 'Impulse' for GCB ................................................................................................................ 83
Figure 3-7: Breaker control logic 'Continuous' ......................................................................................................................... 83
Figure 3-8: Characteristic of the time-overcurrent monitoring ............................................................................................... 101
Figure 3-11: Sprinkler operation ............................................................................................................................................. 118
Figure 3-12: VDO transmitter 323.425 (slope) ....................................................................................................................... 124
Figure 3-13: Start-Stop sequence: Gas engine ........................................................................................................................ 130
Figure 3-14: Wiring diagram for opening gas valves with the GCP-30 from V4.1001 .......................................................... 131
Figure 3-15: Start-stop sequence: Diesel engine ..................................................................................................................... 133
Figure 3-16: Delayed engine monitoring ................................................................................................................................ 136
Figure 4-1: Analog outputs - power factor scaling ................................................................................................................. 148
Tables
Table 1-1: Manual - Overview .................................................................................................................................................... 7
Table 1-2: Functional overview .................................................................................................................................................. 8
Table 3-1: Event recorder - Messages, part 1 ........................................................................................................................... 22
Table 3-2: Event recorder – Messages, part 2 ........................................................................................................................... 23
Table 3-3: Set point value table ................................................................................................................................................ 38
Table 3-4: Limit values, permissible limits............................................................................................................................... 68
Table 3-5: Limit values generator, dead bus start ..................................................................................................................... 71
Table 3-6: Limit values mains, dead bus start........................................................................................................................... 72
Table 3-7: Limit values, Emergency power .............................................................................................................................. 91
Table 3-9: Discrete alarm inputs - delay stages ...................................................................................................................... 111
Table 3-10: Function - external operation mode selection ...................................................................................................... 113

Chapter 1.
General Information
Type English German
GCP-31/32 Series
GCP-31/32 Packages - Installation 37364 GR37364
GCP-31/32 Packages - Configuration this manual 37365 GR37365
GCP-31/32 - Function/Operation 37238 GR37238
GCP-31/32 - Application 37240 GR37240
GCP-31/RPQ - Installation 37366 GR37366
GCP-31/RPQ - Configuration 37367 GR37367
Option SB - Caterpillar CCM coupling 37200 GR37200
Option SC09/SC10 - CAN bus coupling 37382 GR37382
Additional Manuals
IKD 1 - Manual 37135 GR37135
Discrete expansion board with 8 discrete inputs and 8 relay outputs that can be coupled via the CAN bus to the control unit. As-
sessment of the discrete inputs as well as control of the relay outputs is done via the control unit.
LeoPC1 - Manual 37146 GR37146
PC program for visualization, configuration, remote control, data logging, language upload, alarm and user management and man-
agement of the event recorder. This manual describes the use of the program.
LeoPC1 - Manual 37164 GR37164
PC program for visualization, configuration, remote control, data logging, language upload, alarm and user management and man-
agement of the event recorder. This manual describes the programming of the program.
GW 4 - Manual 37133 GR37133
Gateway for transferring the CAN bus to any other interface or bus.
ST 3 - Manual 37112 GR37112
Control to govern the air fuel ratio of a gas engine. The ratio will be directly measured though a Lambda probe and controlled to a
configured value.
Table 1-1: Manual - Overview

Functional Overview
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Function Package
GCP-31 GCP-32
XPQ+SC10
XPQ+SC10
XPQ+SB03
XPQ+SB03
XPQ
XPQ
BPQ
XPD
BPQ
XPD
Common Functions
1× readiness for operation relay
4/6× control relay (form A, make contact)
7× freely configurable relay outputs (form A, make contact)
2× three-position controller for n/f/V/P, power factor * -- -- -- -- -- -- -- --
2× three position controller for n/f/V/P, power factor via relay manager * -- --
2× analog controller outputs for n/f/V/P/Q and PWM output * -- --
up to 8× discrete control inputs 6 8 8 8 8 6 8 8 8 8
16× discrete alarm inputs 16 16 16 16 16 16 16 16 16 16
CAN bus interface 'guidance level'
CAN bus interface to 2× IKD 1 and ST 3 -- -- -- -- -- -- -- --
CAN bus communications with mtu MDEC and Scania EMS/S6 -- -- -- -- -- -- -- --
CAN bus communications with SAE J1939 -- -- -- -- -- -- -- --
RS-232 communications via Caterpillar CCM with ECM & EMCP-II -- -- -- -- -- -- -- --
7× analog inputs -- --
1× Magnetic Pick-Up input
2× analog outputs + external operation mode selection by term. 127/128 -- --
Password system
Configuration via DPC possible (direct configuration)
Event recorder with real-time clock -- --
Language manager for LCD texts
Running hours, maintenance, start, and kWh counter
Control/Synchronization
Synchronization of 1 breaker with V and f correction *
Synchronization of 2 breakers with V and f correction * -- -- -- -- --
Closing to a dead/voltage free busbar (dead bus start)
Voltage control
Power factor control
Speed/frequency control
Generator real power control & import/export real power control
Real power & var sharing
Analog set point value for real power -- --
Analog mains interchange (import/export) real power measuring -- --
"Open transition" & "closed transition" breaker logic -- -- -- -- --
"Soft loading "breaker logic -- -- -- -- --
"Parallel operation" breaker logic
"External" breaker logic
Remote control via CAN bus interface
Protective Functions
Over-/undervoltage monitoring, generator VGen>/<
Over-/undervoltage monitoring, mains VMains>/<
Over-/underfrequency monitoring f>/<
dϕ/dt vector/phase jump monitoring dϕ/dt
Reverse/reduce power monitoring +/-PGen<
Overload monitoring PGen>
Unbalanced load monitoring ΔPGen>
Independent time-overcurrent monitoring I> / I>>
Battery voltage monitoring VBat<
* n = speed / f = frequency / V = voltage / P = real power / Q = reactive power
Table 1-2: Functional overview

Chapter 2.
Function
Considerations To Be Taken:
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Different Options
Depending how a control unit is configured, different parameters will be displayed and only the relevant parame-
ters will be able to be accessed:
• Various inputs and outputs will be present or deleted, corresponding to the control configuration (depending
on the ordered package). Please refer to the wiring diagram and the notes regarding the packages contained in
these. The control inputs and outputs will vary by the specific package ordered. Refer to the wiring diagram
and notes that correspond to them.
• Specific display screens correspond to specific types of interfaces.
Systems Without a Mains Circuit Breaker
If a control with 2-circuit-breaker logic [GCP-32] or 1-circuit-breaker logic [GCP-31] is installed for use with
one circuit breaker, the following shall apply:
• If the control unit is to be operated in an isolated or an isolated parallel application (the MCB is opened), the
following terminals must be energized/de-energized:
- "Reply: MCB is open" / "Isolated operation" (terminal 54): energized (logical "1")
- "Enable MCB" (terminal 53): de-energized (logical "0")
- Condition: Parameter 137 "Emergency power" must be configured as "OFF".
• If the control unit is to be operated in a mains parallel application (the MCB always is closed if the generator
operates in mains parallel), the following terminals must be energized/de-energized:
- "Reply: MCB is open" / "Isolated operation" (terminal 54): de-energized (logical "0")
- "Enable MCB" (terminal 53): energized (logical "1")
• If the control unit is to be operated in an isolated parallel as well as a mains parallel application (the MCB can
be opened or closed), the following terminals must be energized/de-energized:
- "Reply: GCB is open" (terminal 4): de-energized (logical "0")
- "Reply: MCB is open" (terminal 54): de-energized (logical "0")
- "Enable MCB" (terminal 53): energized (logical "1")
Case A - The MCB must remain closed (except during an emergency power operation): Terminal 53 must be
energized.
Case B - The MCB can be opened (except during an emergency power operation): If a mains parallel opera-
tion is to be initiated, terminal 53 must be energized to initiate synchronization of the MCB. During the syn-
chronization of the MCB (GCP-31: This is performed by an LS-4 or external control) the generator frequency
is increased to a level slightly higher than the mains frequency (df max/2). A message is shown in the LC dis-
play that the unit is synchronizing. If the system is to be disconnected from the mains and operated in an isl-
and mode, terminal 53 must be de-energized.

Signals
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Discrete Inputs
NOTE
Emergency power and critical operation modes will be carried out while the GCP-30 is in TEST or AU-
TOMATIC mode regardless if the discrete inputs for "Automatic 1" and/or "Automatic 2" are enabled.
This is dependent upon if Parameter 137 (Emergency power) has been configured as ON and if Para-
meter 211 (Terminal 6) is configured for a critical/sprinkler mode.
NOTE
If terminals 3 and 5 are enabled simultaneously, terminal 3 has precedence over terminal 5 and the ge-
nerator will operate in accordance with how "Automatic 1" is configured.
Automatic 1 (Start/Stop the engine) Terminals 3/7

Enabling this input while the control is in the AUTOMATIC operation mode will result in the GCP-
30 controlling the real power in accordance with how "P controller: set point 1" is configured and
may be used to initiate the engine start/stop sequence.
Energize........ If the AUTOMATIC operation mode has been enabled the real power is controlled in
the manner configured in "P controller: set point 1" (Parameter 35) while in parallel
with the mains. If "P controller: set point 1" is configured for baseload (C), import (I),
or export (E) the engine will start when terminal 3 is energized and a mains parallel
operation will be performed following the synchronization of the GCB. If the genera-
tor is not connected to the mains, the generator will start, perform a dead bus closure,
and assume the load. Additional generators will synchronize and share the load propor-
tionally.
If the controller is in the AUTOMATIC operation mode and "P controller: set point 1"
(Parameter 35) is configured for 000kW and "Loadd.start/stop at ter.3" (Parameter 95)
is configured OFF, the engine will start and the GCB will synchronize. The load may
be increased or decreased by raising or lowering the load set point manually. The load
for the control is changed by pressing the SETPOINT button until the "P set 1" screen
is displayed and increasing or decreasing the load set point to the desired value by
pressing either the Setpoint raise or lower buttons.
De-energize .. The generator will unload, the GCB will open, and the engine will perform a cool
down and stop unless an emergency power or critical/sprinkler mode operation is ac-
tive. The generator will shutdown after the emergency power or critical/sprinkler mode
operation has terminated.

Automatic 2 (Start/Stop the engine) Terminals 5/7

Enabling this input while the control is in the AUTOMATIC operation mode will result in the GCP-
30 controlling the real power in accordance with how " P controller: set point 2" is configured and
may be used to initiate the engine start/stop sequence.
Energize ........ If the AUTOMATIC operation mode has been enabled the real power is controlled in
the manner configured in "P controller: set point 2" (Parameter 36) while in parallel
with the mains. If "P controller: set point 2" is configured for baseload (C), import (I),
or export (E) the engine will start when terminal 5 is energized and a mains parallel
operation will be performed following the synchronization of the GCB. If the genera-
tor is not connected to the mains, the generator will start, perform a dead bus closure,
and assume the load. Additional generators will synchronize and share the load propor-
tionally.
If the controller is in the AUTOMATIC operation mode and "P controller: set point 2"
(Parameter 36) is configured for 000kW and "Loadd.start/stop at ter.5" (Parameter 96)
is configured OFF, the engine will start and the GCB will synchronize. The load may
be increased or decreased by raising or lowering the load set point manually. The load
for the control is changed by pressing the SETPOINT button until the "P set 2" screen
is displayed and increasing or decreasing the load set point to the desired value by
pressing either the Setpoint raise or lower buttons.
De-energize ... The generator will unload, the GCB will open, and the engine will perform a cool
down and stop unless an emergency power or critical/sprinkler mode operation is ac-
tive. The generator will shutdown after the emergency power or critical/sprinkler mode
operation has terminated.
If a set point value is specified externally (e.g. via an 0/4 to 20 mA analog input or a bi-directional in-
terface), the external set point value is the discrete input enabled by energizing terminal 5 (refer to
Table 3-3: Set point value table).
Multifunction Terminals 6/7

Terminal 6 may be configured to perform one of several functions. Parameter 211 lists the available
functions.
Note: When the Critical (Sprinkler) mode is configured, the input operates on negative logic. The
Critical (Sprinkler) mode is disabled when terminal 6 is energized and enabled when terminal 6 is de-
energized.
Reply: GCB is open Terminals 4/7

When this input is energized, the controller recognizes that the GCB is open (the "GCB ON" LED is
not illuminated).
[GCP-32] Reply: MCB is open Terminals 54/7

When this input is energized, the controller recognizes that the MCB is open (the "MCB ON" LED is
not illuminated).
[GCP-31] Isolated operating / reply external breaker Terminals 54/7

When this input is energized, the controller recognizes that the genset is operating isolated from the
mains (the "Mains parallel" LED is not illuminated). This discrete input determines if the controller
performs frequency control (terminal 54 = energized) or real power control (terminal 54 = de-
energized) after the GCB has been closed.
Enable MCB Terminals 53/7

Energized ...... The MCB has been enabled and a mains parallel operation will be performed. The
GCP-31 uses the LS-4 or an external controller to operate the MCB.
De-energized . The MCB is disabled and cannot be closed. The controller will operate as an isolated
or mains parallel operation dependent upon the state of the input "Reply MCB is
open".

Discrete inputs Terminals 34 to 36/33 and 61 to 73/60

These freely programmable alarm inputs may be configured with user defined text, alarm classes, time
delays, whether alarm monitoring should be delayed by the engine speed, and if the contacts are N.O.
or N.C. contacts.
Control Outputs
Ready for operation Terminals 18/19

This relay output is used to ensure that the internal functions of the controller are operating properly.
If this relay is bypassed or disabled, proper functionality of the control cannot be guaranteed. This re-
lay should be used in conjunction with an alarm that ensures proper actions are initiated upon activa-
tion of this relay output (i.e. GCB opening, engine shutdown). It is recommended that this contact be
put in series with an emergency stop function.
Preheating (Diesel engine) pre-assigned to terminals 37/38

When this relay is enabled, the diesel engine's glow plugs are energized (refer to the "Diesel Engine"
section). This function only occurs if the control has been configured for diesel engine start/stop log-
ic.
Ignition "ON" (Gas engine) pre-assigned to terminals 37/38

When this relay is enabled, the ignition of the gas engine is energized (refer to the "Gas Engine" sec-
tion). This function only occurs if the control has been configured for gas engine start/stop logic.
Fuel relay / gas valve Terminals 43/44

a) Diesel engine: fuel relay (Parameter 269)
a.1) Open to stop
A start/run command will initiate the start sequence for the diesel engine and close the contacts for
this relay energizing the fuel solenoid relay. This relay will disable (contacts open) when a stop
command is issued or the engine speed drops below the configured firing speed (Parameter 272).
Refer to the "Diesel Engine" section.
a.2) Close to stop
A start/run command will initiate the start sequence for the diesel engine and open the contacts for
this relay. This relay will enable (contacts close) when a stop command is issued or the engine
speed drops below the configured firing speed (Parameter 272). Refer to the "Diesel Engine" sec-
tion.
b) Gas engine: gas valve

A start/run command will initiate the start sequence for the gas engine and close the contacts for
this relay energizing the gas valve relay. This relay will disable (contacts open) when a stop com-
mand is issued or the engine speed drops below the configured firing speed (Parameter 272). Refer
to the "Gas Engine" section.
Starter Terminals 45/46

The starter relay is enabled when a start command is issued. The starter relay output is de-energized
when firing speed (Parameter 272) has been achieved, the configured crank time (Parameter 259 or
Parameter 265) has expired, or the STOP mode is enabled.

Centralized alarm pre-assigned to terminals 47/48

This relay is enabled when a centralized alarm is issued. An external horn, buzzer, or beacon may be
operated by this relay output during a fault condition. Pressing the "RESET" button will reset the re-
lay. The relay will re-energize if another alarm condition is detected. The centralized alarm is issued
for fault classes F1 through F3.
Command: close GCB Terminals 14/15

The "Command: close GCB" relay issues the signal for the GCB to close. This relay may be confi-
gured for a momentary pulse to operate an external holding coil for the GCB or for a continuous cur-
rent (Parameter 114).
If the relay is configured for a momentary pulse, the relay will energize for the time configured in
"Synchronize time pulse" (Parameter 119).
If the relay is configured for a constant current, the relay will energize and remain energized when the
discrete input "Reply: GCB is open" de-energizes and the generator and busbar voltages are identical.
If an F2 alarm condition is detected, the generator load is reduced and the GCB is opened when the
measured power is less than 3% of rated or the time configured for "Add on/off max. time" (Para-
meter 112) expires, which ever occurs first. If an F3 alarm condition is detected, this relay de-
energizes immediately.
Command: open GCB Terminals 41/42

The "Command: open GCB" relay issues the signal to open the GCB. After the open command has
been issued this relay is de-energized.
[GCP-32] Command: close MCB Terminals 16/17

The "Command: close MCB" relay issues the signal for the MCB to close. This relay is a momentary
pulse and must be used with an external holding coil for the MCB.
[GCP-32] Command: open MCB Terminals 39/40

The "Command: open MCB" relay issues the signal to open the MCB. After the open command has
been issued this relay is de-energized.
Relay Manager Terminals 74 to 83, 37/38, 47/48

The "Relay Manager" (Parameter 250) permits specific logical functions to be assigned to specific re-
lay outputs.
Default values:
•·Relay 1 to 5 = relay number (e.g. relay 1 = alarm class F1, relay 2 = alarm class F2, etc.)
•·Relay 6 = Ignition / preheating
•·Relay 7 = Centralized alarm
Refer to Appendix B for a description of the Relay Manager functions.

Chapter 3.
Configuration
Configuration may be performed via the front panel keys or using a PC and the LeoPC1 program via the serial
interface. LeoPC1 version 3.1 or higher is required to perform this. Configuration via a CAN bus converter is al-
so possible. The following communication protocols require the following baud rates:
• Direct configuration (RS-232) = 9,600 Baud (8 Bit, no parity, 1 Stop bit)

• CAN bus (CiA) (RS-485) = 125 kBaud
CAUTION
A PC with configuration software with the following revision number or higher is required to configure
this control (applies to firmware versions 4.3xxx or higher):
LeoPC1 from 3.1
GCP controllers with Option SC10 cannot be completely configured through the face panel. Therefore,
it is recommended to have LeoPC1 and the correct configuration files available when commissioning.
Due to functional enhancements of the GCP-30 control series, it is necessary (beginning with firmware version
4.3xxx) to use a newer version of the configuration software LeoPC1. This requires that LeoPC1 version 3.1 or
higher be used. If your current LeoPC1 software is an earlier version, the latest version can be ordered from our
technical sales or can be downloaded from our homepage at http://www.woodward.com/software.
Older project files may still be used with the updated version of LeoPC1 after installation has been completed.
These files should be transferred to the appropriate file locations within the updated version of LeoPC1.
WARNING
Please note that configuration only should be performed while the system is not operating.
NOTE
Prior to configuring a control unit, familiarize yourself with the parameters listed in this manual.
You can advance through the individual parameter screens if you are in configuration mode (simultaneously
pressing of "Digit↑" and "Cursor→" push buttons permits access to the configuration mode) by using the "Se-
lect" button. If you press and hold the "Select" push button, the scroll function will be activated, allowing for the
parameter screens to be advanced through more rapidly. The control unit will permit the operator to reverse up to
four previous screens (exception: it is not possible to reverse from the first parameter to the last parameter or to
backup through the service screens). To perform the reverse function through the parameter screens, the "Select"
and "Cursor→" push buttons must be pressed and released simultaneously. The control unit will revert to auto-
matic mode if an entry isn’t performed, a change made, or any other action performed for 90 seconds.
NOTE
Two hardware versions are described in this manual. The differences between these versions are 120
Vac and 480 Vac voltage-measuring inputs. Configuration screens and permissible limits of these units
will differ as well. These models are differentiated by numerals in the applicable text. The 120 Vac
model is identified by a [1] and the 480 Vac is identified by a [4] in front of the text that applies to the
unit.

Basic Data
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Version Number (Software Version)

Parameter 1 Software version
Software version
Vx.xxxx This screen displays the software version loaded into the control (the last two xx
are for software revisions which do not affect the function of the unit).
Password
The unit is equipped with a three-level code and configuration hierarchy, which allows different user access to
the control. A distinction is made between:
Code level CS0 (User Level) Factory password = none

This code level allows for monitoring of the system and does not permit access to the parameters. Configuration
is blocked.
Code level CS1 (Basis Service Level) Factory password = "0 0 0 1"
This code level entitles the user to change selected parameters, like setting Bar/PSI, °C/°F, and clock adjustment.
Changing a password is not permitted at this level. This password expires two hours after entering the password
and the user is returned to the CS0 level.
Code level CS2 (Commissioning Level) Factory password = "0 0 0 2"

Allows direct access to all parameters (displaying and changing). In addition, the user may also set the password
for levels CS1 and CS2. This password expires two hours after entering the password and the user is returned to
the CS0 level.
NOTE
Once the code level is entered, access to the configuration menus will be allowed for two hours or until
another password is entered into the control. If a user needs to exit a code level, then code level CS0
should be entered. This will block any configuration of the control.
Specific code levels may also be accessed using the LeoPC1 program.
Parameter 2 Enter code number 0000 to 9999

Enter code
0000 Upon enabling the configuration mode, the user is required to enter an access code
number, which identifies the various users. The displayed number 0000 is a ran-
domly generated number. If the random number is confirmed by pressing the "Se-
lect" button without being changed, the current level of access maintained. Upon
entering either a level 1 or level 2 access code, the corresponding level of access is
granted. If an incorrect access code is entered the control unit changes to code level
0 and all access is blocked until a code level 1 or 2 access code is entered.

Direct Configuration
NOTE
A direct configuration cable DPC (P/N 5417-557), the LeoPC1 program (supplied with the cable), and the
corresponding configuration files are required to perform direct configuration. After the program has
been installed, consult the online help for a description of the PC program and its setup.
Configuration files may be downloaded from the Woodward homepage at:

http://www.woodward.com/software/ConfigFiles/
The unit part number and revision number will be required to locate the appropriate configuration files.
Remote configuration: For remote configuration, the level CS2 password of must be entered via the parameter
"Enter code", otherwise, the values can only be read but not written. Configuring via the communication bus has
no effect on the unit display screen. This means that the control unit remains in code level 0and configuration is
only permitted via the communication bus. The control may remain idle for 2 hours before configuration via the
communication bus is disabled. The password must be re-entered to re-enable configuration via the communica-
tion bus again. The password must also be entered prior to loading a language file. If the code for level 2 is en-
tered on the unit itself, configuration via the communication bus is automatically enabled.
WARNING
If Parameter 3 "Direct para." is configured to "YES", communication via the interface terminals X1 to X5
is disabled. If the interface communication is to be re-established after the unit is configured, Para-
meter 3 must be configured to "NO"!
The GCP-30 will automatically disable the direct configuration port (Parameter 3 is automatically
switched from YES to NO) when the unit detects that firing speed has been achieved (Parameter 272).
Additional configuration may be performed while the generator is running through the display panel or
via a CAN bus converter (i.e. IXXAT USB to CAN 1 converter). The direct configuration port is disabled
and the communication interface is re-enabled upon detection firing speed as a safety precaution. This
is done to prevent a simultaneous closing of GCBs to the de-energized bus bar in the event conditions
for a multiple unit start-up (i.e. emergency power situation) are detected.
Parameter 3 Direct configuration YES/NO

Direct para.
YES YES ..............The direct configuration port is enabled, and CAN bus communica-
tions via X1 to X5 terminals are disabled. The following conditions
must be met in order to carry out configuration via the configuration
port:
- A connection must be established via the direct configuration cable
between the control and the PC
- The baud rate of the LeoPC1 program must be set to 9,600 Baud
- The corresponding configuration file for the controller must be
used (file name: "xxxx-xxxx-yyy-zz.asm").
NO ................The direct configuration port is disabled and CAN bus communica-
tions via X1 to X5 terminals are enabled.

Generator Number
Parameter 4 Generator number (controller CAN bus address) 1 to 14
Generator number
0 If a power plant is composed of multiple generators with controllers, the controllers
must be coupled via a CAN bus. Each controller must be assigned a unique CAN
bus address to differentiate the units. Generator address number 1 should be as-
signed even if the power plant is composed of only a single generator and control-
ler. The address assigned in this parameter corresponds to the control number used
in the LeoPC1 program.
Language Manager (XPD, XPQ)
The following steps must be accomplished in order to load a different language into the control:
1.) A communication link between your PC and the control unit must be established via the direct configura-
tion cable (DPC). To do this insert the serial cable into the COM port of your PC and the RJ45 plug into the
communication port of the control unit (communication via the CAN bus or a GW 4 is also possible).
2.) Enter the CS 2 level password into the control (Parameter 2).
3.) If the direct configuration cable (DPC) is to be utilized, Parameter 3 "Direct para." must be configured as
"YES". If a GW 4 or the CAN bus is to be utilized for configuration, Parameter 3 "Direct para." must be
configured as "NO".
4.) If a language is to be loaded via the CAN bus, enter the desired CAN bus address (1 to 14) into the "Gene-
rator number" screen (Parameter 4), so that LeoPC1 is able to communicate with the correct control unit.
5.) Scroll the configuration screen on the controller to "Language" (Parameter 5) and select either the primary
language for the control unit by selecting "first" or the secondary language by selecting "second".
6.) Start the program LeoPC1, and log into the program by selecting "System" from the tool bar and "User lo-
gin…" from the drop down menu or clicking on the key icon.
7.) Enter the user name and password and click the "OK" button. The default user ID is "system" and the de-
fault password is "system".

8.) Open the applicable *.cfg file for the application by selecting "File" from the tool bar and "open" from the
drop down menu. Select the proper *.cfg file from the window that appears.
9.) To start communication between the control unit and LeoPC1 select "Communication" from the tool bar
and "Connect" from the drop down menu or click on the up and down arrow icon.
10.) Select "Devices" from the tool bar and "Parameterize…" from the drop down menu or click on the letter P
icon.

11.) A window will appear with all the tunable parameters in it. Move the cursor over the numbers for the pass-
word and double click.
12.) Enter the password for code level CS 2 (Parameter 2).

13.) Close the parameterization window.
14.) Select "Devices" from the tool bar and "Load language…" from the drop down menu or click on the letter L
icon.

15.) Load the desired language file using the button "Load LNG file ..."
16.) Select the desired language and click the "Transfer language" button.
17.) If an additional language is to be loaded into the control unit, return to step 5 and change the language se-
lection from the currently active language to the inactive language and acknowledge the change with the
"Select" button. This is cannot be accomplished via LeoPC1. Repeat the sequence of step use to load the
previous language.
Parameter 5 Language first / second

Language
----- first ...............All texts are displayed in the primary language.
second...........All texts are displayed in the secondary language.
Service Display
Refer to manual 37238 for a description of these screens.

Event Logger (XPD, XPQ)

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NOTE
Displaying and clearing of events depends on access authorization:
# #
• Displaying of events ..................... Access authorization CS 1 und CS 2
#
• Clearing of events ......................... Access authorization CS 2
#
CS = Code level (see chapter "Password" on page 15.
When an event listed on Table 3-1 or Table 3-2 occurs, it is stored in the event logger. The following information
is recorded:
• Event
• Date of occurrence
• Time of occurrence
Up to 50 events can be stored in the event logger. The stored events are listed in chronological order starting with
the most recent event. The oldest event entries are automatically deleted when the event log reaches 50 entries
and a new event is recorded. Pressing the "RESET" button while an event is displayed will clear the event from
the event log. The events are displayed on two lines. The top line indicates the date and time of the event that has
occurred; the lower line shows the type of event.
Parameter 6 Event logging YES/NO

check event list
YES YES .............. Events can be viewed and acknowledged.
NO................ Events cannot be viewed and acknowledged.
NOTE
Starting from version 4.3010, the event logger can also be read via CAN. This makes it possible for the
event logger to be read via a GW4/modem for example.
If the event logger is to be read via CAN, the respective connection protocol (i.e. Gateway-RS232, IX-
XAT VCI2-CAN, etc.), must be selected in LeoPC1. Reading the event logger is then performed in the
same manner as for direct configuration.
Possible Event Logger Entries
YY-MM-DD ss:mm 50 × alarm log

xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
YY-MM-DD ss:mm ........ Display of date and time of the event.
xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx ... Refer to Table 3-1 or Table 3-2 for event text.

Event type xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx

German English
Internal events
Engine overspeed (Pickup) Überdrehzahl Over speed
Generator overfrequency Überfrequenz Overfrequency
Generator underfrequency Unterfrequenz Underfrequency
Generator overvoltage Gen.-Überspg. Gen.overvolt.
Generator undervoltage Gen.-Unterspg. Gen.undervolt.
Generator overcurrent, level 1 Gen.-Überstrom 1 Gen.overcurr. 1
Generator overcurrent, level 2 Gen.-Überstrom 2 Gen.overcurr. 2
Reverse/reduced power Rück/Minderleist Revers/min.power
Overload Gen.-Überlast Gen.overload
Unbalanced(asymmetrical load Schieflast Load unbalance
Mains overvoltage Netz-Überspg. Mains-overvolt.
Mains undervoltage Netz-Unterspg. Mains-undervolt.
Mains overfrequency Netz-Überfreq. Mains-underfreq.
Mains underfrequency Netz-Unterfreq. Mains-overfreq.
Mains phase/vector jump Phasensprung Phase shift
Battery undervoltage Batt.-Unterspg. Batt.undervolt.
GCB synchronization time monitoring expired Synch.Zeit GLS GCB syn.failure
MCB synchronization time monitoring expired Synch.Zeit NLS MCB syn.failure
CB closure to dead busbar time monitoring expired Stör. df/dU-max. Failure df/dVmax
The unload ramp rate timer has expired and the breaker was opened prior to the
R-Rampe:GLS auf P-ramp:open GCB
load reaching the minimum load
GCB closing malfunction Störung GLS ZU GCBclose failure
MCB closing malfunction Störung NLS ZU MCBclose failure
GCB opening malfunction Störung GLS AUF GCB open failure
MCB opening malfunction Störung NLS AUF MCB open failure
Zero power transfer control failure at GCB interchange synchronization Bezugsleist. <>0 Power not zero
Maintenance call timer expired Wartung Service
Control unit CAN bus (X1 to X5) interface monitoring failure Fehl.Schnit.X1X5 Interf.err. X1X5
ECU CAN bus (Y1 to Y5) interface monitoring failure Fehl.Schnit.Y1Y5 Interf.err. Y1Y5
Magnetic Pickup/generator frequency mismatch Pickup/Gen.Freq. Pickup/Gen.freq.
Engine failed to stop Abstellstörung Stop failure
Engine failed to start Fehlstart Start failure
Engine stopped unintentionally ungewollter Stop unintended stop
GCP Discrete Inputs
Discrete input [D01]
frei parametrierbar freely configurable
Table 3-1: Event recorder - Messages, part 1

External expansions
Discrete input [D1.01] of IKD1.1 Option SC10 + IKD1
frei parametrierbar freely configurable
Air-fuel-ratio sender alarm from ST 3 Option SC10 + ST 3 Lambdasonde Lambda probe
Other Events
MANUAL operation mode enabled BAW Hand Manual mode
AUTOMATIC operation mode enabled BAW Automatik Automatic mode
STOP operation mode enabled BAW Stop Stop mode
TEST operation mode enabled BAW Probe Test mode
Load TEST operation mode enabled BAW Lastprobe Loadtest mode
"MCB OFF" button pressed (in MANUAL MODE) Taste NLS AUS Button MCB OFF
"GCB OFF" button pressed (in MANUAL MODE) Taste GLS AUS Button GCB OFF
"GCB ON" button pressed (in MANUAL MODE) Taste GLS EIN Button GCB ON
"MCB ON" button pressed (in MANUAL MODE) Taste NLS EIN Button MCB ON
"START" button pressed (in MANUAL MODE) Taste Hand START Button START
"STOP" button pressed (in MANUAL MODE) Taste Hand STOP Button STOP
Remote start initiated Fernstart Remote start
Remote stop initiated Fernstop Remote stop
Remote acknowledgment via interface Fernquittierung Remote acknowl.
Remote acknowledgment via terminal 6 Quittierung Kl.6 Acknowledg-ter 6
Acknowledgment via "RESET" button Quittierg. Taste Ackn.button QUIT
Mains failure (AMF) Netzausfall Mains failure
Mains settling time has expired Netzwiederkehr Mains o.k.
Emergency power (AMF) started Notstrom Anfang Emerg. run start
Emergency power (AMF) ended Notstrom Ende Emerg. run stop
Engine successfully started (engine enabled, firing speed exceeded) Aggr. gestartet Start of engine
Engine intentionally stopped Aggregatestop Stop of engine
Table 3-2: Event recorder – Messages, part 2
Analog Inputs
The display of the control unit is the analog alarm texts. Six digits on the left side of the screen are reserved for
the monitored analog values. If the texts for these alarms are expanded to the complete message, the monitored
values will be overwritten and not displayed. The text below is displayed when the controller detects the listed
fault conditions.
WIRE__ ....... Wire break (Analog input wire broken)

ALARM_ ....... Limit 1 value exceeded
STOP__ ....... Limit 2 value exceeded
YY-MM-DD ss:mm Example

STOP Analog inpu
Limit 2 value (STOP) of analog input 1 was exceeded. The text for the analog input
shifts 6 digits to the right. This results in the measured value not being displayed.
Ensure you take the text displacement into account when configuring the analog
input!

Measuring
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WARNING
It is absolutely necessary for correct rated values to be entered in the following parameters, as numer-
ous measurements and monitoring functions refer to these values. Failure to do so may lead to incor-
rect measuring of parameters resulting in damage to or destruction of the generator and/or personal in-
jury or death.
NOTE
The parameters for this control are grouped together in blocks to permit navigation through the large
number of configuration screens more rapidly. Selecting "YES" or "NO" has no effect whether or not
control or monitoring is carried out for the parameters located in that block. Selecting "YES" or "NO"
only determines if the individual parameters may be accessed and changed or are bypassed.
Parameter 7 Configuration of the measuring values YES/NO

Configure
measuring YES The basic generator measuring values are configured in this block of parameters.
This parameter has the following effect:
YES ..............The parameters in this block are displayed and can either be viewed
("Select" button), or modifications can be made to the parameters
("Cursor→", "Digit↑" or "Select" buttons).
NO ................The parameters in this block are not displayed, cannot be modified,
and are skipped.
Rated Frequency
Parameter 8 Generator frequency set point 40.0 to 70.0 Hz
Generator freq.
f set 00.0Hz The generator frequency set point is configured here. This is the reference frequen-
cy that the generator will control at when operating in an isolated and/or no-load
applications.. In most cases, the value entered into this screen will be 50 Hz or
60 Hz. It is possible to configure a value other than 50 Hz or 60 Hz into this para-
meter.
Parameter 9 System rated frequency 50/60 Hz

Rated system
frequency 00.0Hz The frequency of the system that the generator is going to connect to must be con-
figured in this parameter. This parameter is dependent on the individual country or
individual system.
Potential Transformers (Voltage Transformers)
WARNING
The values of the following parameters must be verified to ensure that they are compatible with the
configured values for the potential transformers:
• Generator rated voltage (Parameter 16)
• Voltage controller dead band (Parameter 58)
• Maximum voltage differential (dV max) for synchronization (Parameter 118)
• Maximum voltage differential (dV max) for a GCB dead bus closure (Parameter 127)
• Generator overvoltage threshold (Parameter 175)
• Generator undervoltage threshold (Parameter 177)

Parameter 10 Generator potential transformer secondary [1] 50 to 125 V; [4] 50 to 480 V

Gen.volt.transf.
secondary 000V L This value corresponds to the rated voltage on the secondary side of the
PTs, which are directly connected to the control.
The potential transformer secondary voltage is set here in V. This parameter is uti-
lized to calculate the generator voltage in the display. For voltages of 400 V meas-
ured without a potential transformer, 400 V must be entered here.
Parameter 11 Generator potential transformer primary 0.050 to 65.000 kV

Gen.volt.transf.
primary 00.000kV L This value corresponds to the rated voltage on the primary side of the PTs.
The potential transformer primary voltage is entered here in kV. This entry is used
to show the generator voltage in the display. For voltages measured without a po-
tential transformer such as 400V, the value must be entered as 00.400 kV.
Parameter 12 Busbar potential transformer secondary [1] 50 to 125 V; [4] 50 to 480 V

Bus.volt.transf.
lized to calculate the busbar voltage in the display. For voltages of 400 V measured
without a potential transformer, 400 V must be entered here.
Parameter 13 Busbar potential transformer primary 0.050 to 65.000 kV

Bus.volt.transf.
to show the busbar voltage in the display. For voltages measured without a poten-
tial transformer such as 400V, the value must be entered as 00.400 kV.
WARNING
The values of the following parameters must be verified to ensure that they are compatible with the
configured values for the potential transformers:
• Mains overvoltage threshold (Parameter 185)
• Mains undervoltage threshold (Parameter 187)
Parameter 14 Mains potential transformer secondary [1] 50 to 125 V; [4] 50 to 480 V

mains volt.trans
lized to calculate the mains voltage in the display. For voltages of 400 V measured
without a potential transformer, 400 V must be entered here.
Parameter 15 Mains potential transformer primary 0.050 to 65.000 kV

mains volt.trans
to show the mains voltage in the display. For voltages measured without a potential
transformer such as 400V, the value must be entered as 00.400 kV.

Rated Voltage
Parameter 16 Generator voltage set point [1] 50 to 125 V; [4] 50 to 530 V
Gen.voltage
V set 000V L This value corresponds to the rated voltage on the secondary side of the
The generator voltage set point is configured here. This is the reference voltage that
the generator will control at when operating in an isolated and/or no-load applica-
tions. The voltage controller enable set point (Parameter 55) refers to the value con-
figured in this parameter.
Parameter 17 Rated system voltage [1] 50 to 125 V; [4] 50 to 480 V

Rated voltage in
system 000V The system rated voltage (VL-L) is defined in this parameter.
The following parameters use the value configured here as a protection and control
reference point:
- Generator voltage monitoring
- Mains voltage monitoring
- Voltage controller dead band
- Maximum voltage differential (dV max) for synchronization
- Maximum voltage differential (dV max) for a GCB dead bus closure
Parameter 18 Voltage measuring/voltage monitoring Ph-neut./Ph-Ph

Volt.meas./mon.
---------------- The control can monitor either the phase-neutral voltages (four-wire system) or the
phase-phase voltages (three-wire system). Generally, low-voltage systems are con-
This parameter
affects the display. figured to monitor the phase-neutral voltages, while medium- and high-voltage sys-
tems are configured to monitor the phase-phase voltages only. The monitoring of the
phase-phase voltages is recommended to avoid a phase-earth fault in a compensated
or isolated mains resulting in the voltage protection tripping.
Ph-neut/Ph-neutSystem voltage measurement is performed phase-neutral (WYE

connected system). The phase voltages and the neutral must be
connected for proper calculation. This requires that the neutral
terminal (terminal 0) be connected to the ground reference. The
voltage measurement and protection functions are performed in
accordance with WYE connected systems. The phase-phase and
phase-neutral voltages are displayed.
Ph-neut/Ph-Ph System voltage measurement is performed phase-neutral (WYE

connected system). The phase voltages and the neutral must be
connected for proper calculation. This requires that the neutral
terminal (terminal 0) be connected to the ground reference. The
phase-phase and phase-neutral voltages are displayed. The vol-
tage protection is performed phase-phase only.
Ph-Ph/Ph-Ph System voltage measurement is performed phase-phase (Delta

connected system). Phase voltages must be connected for proper
calculation. This does not require the neutral terminal (terminal 0)
be connected to the ground reference. The voltage measurement
and protection functions performed in accordance with Delta
connected systems. Only the phase-phase voltages are displayed.
Note:
Ph-neut = Four-wire system (3ph 4w)/Wye
Ph-Ph = Three-wire system (3ph 3w)/Delta

NOTE
If a three-wire system is connected, terminal 0 must remain disconnected. If terminal 0 is connected,
the control may monitor a voltage that exceeds the permissible limits.
Generator Current
Parameter 19 Generator CTs 10 to 7,000/{x} A
Current transf.
generator 0000/x The input of the current transformer ratio is necessary for the indication and control
of the actual monitored value. The current transformers ratio should be selected so
at least 60% of the secondary current rating can be measured when the monitored
system is at 100% of operating capacity (i.e. at 100% of system capacity a 5A CT
should output 3A). If the current transformers are sized so that the percentage of
the output is lower, the loss of resolution may cause inaccuracies in the monitoring
and control functions and may affect the functionality of the control.
The control may be ordered with either ../1 A or ../5 A current transformer inputs.
The CT inputs will dictate how this parameter is displayed on the control. Informa-
tion about the current transformers inputs may be found on the unit data plate.
{x} = 1 A ...... GCP30x1B/xxx = Current transformer inputs rated for ../1 A

{x} = 5 A ...... GCP30x5B/xxx = Current transformer inputs rated for ../5 A
Parameter 20 Generator power measurement singlephase / threephase

Power measuring
gen.------------ This controller may be configured to measure generator power single-phase or
three-phase. If "single-phase power measurement" is selected, only the voltage and
current from L1 phase will be used to calculate power. If "three-phase power mea-
surement" is selected, the voltage and current from all three phases will be used to
calculate power.
• single-phase power measurement: P = √3 × VL12 × IL1 × power factor
• three-phase power measurement:
P = (VL1N × IL1 × power factor) + (VL2N × IL2 × power factor) + (VL3N × IL3 ×
power factor).
NOTE
When the generator is supplying positive real power to a load, the current should flow from the genera-
tor to the load through the CT in the "S1 to S2" direction. When positive real power is being supplied,
the inductive reactive (lagging) power flows in the same direction through the CT. If the S1 termin-
al/polarity dot is facing the generator and the s1 terminal of the CT is connected to the s1 terminal of
the GCP-30, the control will display that positive real power is being supplied. If a CT is installed back-
wards, that phase will display negative real power for that phase.
Parameter 21 Generator rated power 5 to 9,999 kW

Rated power
generator 0000kW The generator rated power is configured here. It is crucial to ensure that the correct
generator power rating is entered. Multiple measuring, control, and protective func-
tions refer to the value configured in this parameter (i.e. the percentage configured
for generator overload).
Parameter 22 Generator rated current 10 to 7,000 A

Rated current
generator 0000A The generator rated current is configured here. The percentages configured for the
protective function refer to the value input in this parameter.

Mains Current/Mains Power Measurement
Mains current measurement via mains CT
Parameter 23 Mains current transformer 5 to 7,000/{x} A

Current transf.
mains 0000/x The input of the current transformer ratio is necessary for the indication and control
of the actual monitored value. The current transformers ratio should be selected so
at least 60% of the secondary current rating can be measured when the monitored
system is at 100% of operating capacity (i.e. at 100% of system capacity a 5A CT
should output 3A). If the current transformers are sized so that the percentage of
the output is lower, the loss of resolution may cause inaccuracies in the monitoring
and control functions and may affect the functionality of the control.
The control may be ordered with either ../1 A or ../5 A current transformer inputs.
The CT inputs will dictate how this parameter is displayed on the control. Informa-
tion about the current transformers inputs may be found on the unit data plate.
{x} = 1 A .......GCP30x1B/xxx = Current transformer inputs rated for ../1 A

{x} = 5 A .......GCP30x5B/xxx = Current transformer inputs rated for ../5 A

Mains power actual value measurement via analog input (XPD, XPQ)
The actual value measurement of the mains power via an analog input T{x} [x = 1 to 7] is possible if at least
one of the analog inputs T{x} [x = 1 to 7] is a 0/4 to 20 input. Selection of the analog input is performed with the
following parameters.
Parameter 24 Analog input P-mains: Selection OFF / T{x}

Analog in Pmains
OFF OFF.............. The mains power analog input functionality is not used. The actual
value for the mains interchange (import/export) real power is calcu-
lated from the measured mains current and the measured mains vol-
tage. The analog inputs can either be used as real power set point in-
puts or as freely configurable alarm inputs. The following screens of
this function are not displayed.
T{x} .............. The mains interchange (import/export) real power actual value can
be transmitted as a 0/4 to 20 mA signal to the control from a measur-
ing transducer and measured via the configured scalable 0/4 to
20 mA input T{x} ({x} = 1 to 7). The controller will not accept other
types of analog signals for this function (i.e. 0 to 5 Vdc). The follow-
ing screens of this function are displayed.
Note
The analog input used (T{x}) for the mains power analog input must be configured
as follows:
• "Generator external power set point" (Parameter 78) must be configured as OFF.
• "Analog input {x} scalable" (Parameter 215) must be configured as OFF (refer to
the "Analog inputs" section in this manual).
• The GCP-30 may be purchased with various types of analog inputs. If the con-
troller being configured has analog inputs, only a 0/4 to 20 mA input may be used
for this input.
• Due to the fact that LeoPC1 is not a dynamic program, the graphic display of the
generator/plant does not automatically update to reflect any changes made during
reconfiguration. To update the program’s graphical display, LeoPC1 must be
shutdown and restarted.
Priority of the functions of the analog inputs

If more than one function has been assigned to a analog input, the following is the
priority that the control assigns to functions:
• Highest priority: Mains interchange (import/export) real power actual value
• Middle priority: Generator real power set point value
• Lowest priority: Measuring input as common analog value

Parameter 25 Analog input P mains: Range 0 to 20 mA / 4 to 20 mA

Analog in Pmains
0-00mA The mains power analog input measuring range is defined here. 0 to 20 mA or 4 to
20 mA may be selected for this parameter. If the 4 to 20 mA range is selected and
the current for the input drops below 2 mA, a broken wire alarm is issued.
Note
The text and number of significant digits to be displayed for the mains interchange
analog input are defined in "name and unit" (Parameter 216). Refer to the "Analog
Inputs (XPD, XPQ)" section starting on page 119.
NOTE
When determining the measuring range for an import/export real power control application, ensure that
the the measuring range is in the middle of the of the selected set point values. This will utilize the unit
control dynamics to the fullest extent.
Parameter 26 Mains real power 0/4 mA [1] -9,990 to 9,990 kW; [4] -6,900 to 6,900 kW
Analog in Pmains
0% 0000kW The scaleable analog input is assigned a numerical value, which corresponds to the
lowest input value (0 % (0 or 4 mA) corresponds to -500 kW or 500kW im-
ported from the mains).
Parameter 27 Mains real power 20 mA [1] -9,990 to 9,990 kW; [4] -6,900 to 6,900 kW
Analog in Pmains
100% 0000kW The scaleable analog input is assigned a numerical value, which corresponds to the
highest input value (100 % (20 mA) corresponds to 500 kW or 500kW exported
to the mains).

LS 4 Mode (GCP-31: XPD, XPQ)
Parameter 28 LS 4 mode ON/OFF

LS 4 mode
ON ON................ The GCP has been enabled to operate with LS 4 breaker controllers.
The GCP controller monitors the CAN bus for messages from an
[GCP-31]
LS 4 and reacts accordingly. Additionally the GCP controller trans-
mits messages to the LS 4.
OFF.............. The control GCP operates as a genset control without LS 4 functio-
nality.
Parameter 29 Rated power in the system 0 to 16,000 kW

Rated power in
system 00000kW The GCP-31 uses the value configured in this parameter to display the real power
at the mains interchange. The LS 4 transmits the measured real power at the mains
[GCP-31]
interchange as a percentage to the GCP-31. The GCP-31 calculates that percentage
with the value configured here and displays the power level as a kW reading.
Note
This parameter is only utilized if the LS 4 mode has been enabled.
IMPORTANT!
Since the LS 4 only transmits a percentage value related to the rated system power,
it is absolutely necessary that this parameter and the system rated power parameter
in the LS 4 be configured identically.
Measurement Units
NOTE
LeoPC1 is not a dynamic program. Changes made to a controller during configuration will not be au-
tomatically updated in the graphic display of LeoPC1. LeoPC1 must be shutdown and restarted for any
changes to be reflected in the graphic display.
Parameter 30 Analog inputs; temperature measurement in ... Celsius / Fahrenheit

Temperature in
---------------- The analog input for temperature measurement may be configured to display in °C
or °F. The configured engineering unit is displayed in the LC display or transmitted
via the CAN bus to other HMIs communicating with the GCP-30.
°C °F °F °C
T [°F] = (T [°C] x 1.8) + 32 T [°C] = (T [°F] – 32) / 1.8
Parameter 31 Analog inputs; pressure measurement in ... bar / psi

Pressure in
---------------- The analog input for pressure measurement may be configured to display in bar or
phi. The configured engineering unit is displayed in the LC display or transmitted
via the CAN bus to other HMIs communicating with the GCP-30.
bar psi psi bar

P [psi] = P [bar] x 14.5 P [bar] = P [psi] / 14.5

Password Configuration
NOTE
Once the code level is entered, access to the configuration menus will be allowed for two hours or until
another password is entered into the control. If a user needs to exit a code level, then the control
should have the CS0 code level enabled. This will block access to all of the control’s parameters. A us-
er may re-enable the CS0 code level by changing any one digit of the randomly generated number on
the password screen and entering it into the unit.
The control unit automatically reverts to code level CS0 two hours after the entry of a password, or if
the power supply is disconnected from the control unit. By entering the correct password, the corres-
ponding level may again be accessed.
Parameter 32 Code level 1 (Customer) 0000 to 9999

Define level 1
code 0000 Access to this parameter is only enabled when the CS2 access code has been en-
tered into the controller. Personnel assigned the CS1 password will be permitted
access only to select parameters.
The default access code for this code level (CS) is CS1 = 0 0 0 1
Parameter 33 Code level 2 (Commissioner) 0000 to 9999

Define level 2
code 0000 Access to this parameter is only enabled when the CS2 access code has been en-
tered into the controller. Personnel assigned the CS2 password will be permitted
access to all parameters.
The default access code for this code level (CS) is CS2 = 0 0 0 2

Controller
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WARNING
The following parameters dictate how the GCP-30 controls voltage, frequency, load, and power factor.
It is vital that the correct setting be entered in these parameters. Failure to do so may lead to incorrect
measurements and failures within the control unit resulting in damage to or destruction of the genera-
tor and/or personal injury or death.
NOTE
Parameter 34 Configuration of the controller YES/NO

Configure
controller YES The basic generator control functions are configured in this block of parameters.
This parameter has the following effects:
YES .............. The parameters in this block are displayed and can either be viewed
NO................ The parameters in this block are not displayed, cannot be modified,
and are skipped.

Analog Controller Outputs (BPQ, XPQ)
Some controls may be purchased with the BPQ or XPQ packages. These packages offers an alternative to a
three-position controller output to a voltage regulator or speed control. If this option is selected, additional confi-
guration screens are displayed for tuning. The analog PID controller is a closed-loop control loop with the con-
trolled system (usually a first-order lag element). The PID loop parameters (gain KPR, reset TN, and derivative
TV) can each be modified individually.
Influenciny
Kpr Tn Tv Tt Kp T1
quantity
PID controller Lag element (Tt) Controlled system (PT1)
Figure 3-1: Control loop
If an abrupt disturbance variable is applied to the control loop, the reaction of the controlled system can be rec-
orded at the output as a function of time (step response).
x
xm
Tolerance band
xd
disturbance variable
T rise Rise time

T sett Settling time
xm Overshoot
xd System deviation
0 Trise Tsett t/s
Figure 3-2: Step response (Example)
The step response consists of multiple values; these are required for adjusting the controller to its optimum set-
ting:
Rise time Trise: The period of time it takes for a control variable to re-enter a predefined tolerance range after a
disturbance has been applied or the reference input has been changed. The time starts when the control variable
leaves the predefined tolerance range and ends when the control variable first re-enters the predefined tolerance
range.
Settling time Tsett: The period of time it takes for a control variable to permanently re-enter a predefined toler-
ance range after a disturbance has been applied or the reference input has been changed. The time starts when the
control variable leaves the predefined tolerance range and ends when the control variable permanently re-enters
the predefined tolerance range.
Overshoot xm: The greatest deviation passed the defined set point value when the system is transitioning from
one steady-state condition to a new steady-state condition following the application of a disturbance to the sys-
tem or reference input variable (xm Optimal ≤ 10 %).
System deviation xd: Permanent deviation from the final value (PID controller: xd = 0).

CAUTION
The following must be ensured when tuning a controller:
• Ensure that the emergency shutdown system is operational
• While determining the critical frequency, pay attention to the amplitude and frequency
• If the two values change uncontrollably, initiate
EMERGENCY SHUTDOWN 
Initial state: The start position of the speed or voltage controller is determined using the initial state of the con-
troller. If the controller output is disabled, the basic setting can be used to output a fixed controller position. If
the MANUAL operation mode has been selected, the initial state signal is output only after the engine "START"
button has been pressed. Even when the analog controller output is disabled, the initial state can be freely ad-
justed (e.g. the speed controller can be controlled in a linear manner). When the "STOP" button is been pressed,
the analog controller is turned off.
Controller outp. Initial state of the actuator 0 to 100 %

Init.state= 000%
The value entered for the initial state is the start reference point for a speed or vol-
tage controller. If the output to that particular controller has been disabled, the out-
put will act as a control position reference point.
General settings: The setting rule described below only serves as an example. It cannot be assumed that this is
the proper method of control for your system since every system behaves uniquely.
There are various methods of setting a controller. The setting rules of Ziegler and Nichols are explained below
(determination for abrupt disturbances on the system input); this setting method assumes a pure lag element con-
nected in series with a first-order lag system.
1. The controller is operated as a P-loop only controller (where Tn = ∞ [screen setting: Tn =0], TV = 0).
2. Increase gain KPR (P-gain) until KP = KPcrit and the control loop starts to oscillates continuously.
ATTENTION
If the engine starts to oscillate uncontrollably, carry out an emergency shutdown and alter the screen set-
ting accordingly.
3. At the same time, measure the critical cycle duration Tcrit

4. Set the parameters:

PID-controller PI-controller
KPR = 0.6 × KPcrit KPR = 0.45 × KPcrit
Tn = 0.5 × Tcrit Tn = 0.83 × Tcrit
TV = 0.125 × Tcrit
Step response
Controller setting Controller setting Controller setting
Optimal (xm ≤ 10 %) Tcrit Incorrect
x x x
1 1 1
0 0 0
0 t/s 0 t/s 0 t/s
Figure 3-3: Step responds - governor configuration
P-gain P-gain (KPR) Proportional-action coefficient 1 to 240

Kpr = 000
The proportional-action coefficient KPR indicates the closed-loop control system
gain. By increasing the gain, the response is increased to permit larger corrections
to the variable to be controlled. The farther out of tolerance the process is the larger
the response action is to return the process to the tolerance band. If the gain is con-
figured too high, the result is excessive overshoot/undershoot of the desired value.
Reset time Reset time (Tn) 0.2 to 60.0 s

Tn = 00.0s
The reset time Tn represents the I-component of the PID controller. The reset time
corrects for any offset (between set point and process variable) automatically over
time by shifting the proportioning band. Reset automatically changes the output re-
quirements until the process variable and the set point are the same. This parameter
permits the user to adjust how quickly the reset attempts to correct for any offset.
The reset time constant must be greater than the derivative time constant. If the re-
set time constant is too small, the engine will continually oscillate. If the reset time
constant is too large, the engine will take an excessive amount of time to settle at a
steady state.
Derivative time Derivative-action time (TV) 0.00 to 6.00 s

Tv=0.00s
The derivative-action time TV represents the D-component of the PID controller.
By increasing this parameter, the stability of the system is increased. The controller
will attempt to slow down the action of the actuator in an attempt to prevent exces-
sive overshoot or undershoot. Essentially this is the brake for the process. This por-
tion of the PID loop operates anywhere within the range of the process unlike reset.

Real Power Controller, Set Point Values
These screens appear only if the generator real power controller (Parameter 74) has been configured to "ON".
NOTE
The fixed-value power controller does not monitor the mains interchange point. If excess power for the
load requirements is generated, the excess power is exported to the mains. If insufficient power for the
load requirements is generated, remaining power required is imported from the mains.
Engine starting depends on whether an automatic start/stop operation has been enabled or disabled
(Parameter 95 or Parameter 96). If it has been disabled, the engine will always start.
Parameter 35 Power controller: set point 1 C/I/E 0 to 9,999 kW

Power controller
Pset1 I0000kW Set point 1 is enabled when Automatic 1 (terminal 3) is energized. The mains in-
terchange (import/export) real power is then controlled to the configured value.
Generator real power control
C ................... The letter C stands for constant power set point (= base load). The
generator shall always supply the value entered for the constant pow-
er level. All load swings are absorbed by the utility. The generator
will always start when a constant power (base load) operation is
enabled.
Mains interchange (import/export) real power control
I .................... The letter I stands for import power (power supplied by the mains).
The value entered for the import level shall always be supplied by the
utility. All load swings are absorbed by the generator(s) provided the
load rating for the generator(s) is not exceeded. The generator will
start when the power imported from the utility exceeds the level con-
E ................... The letter E stands for export power (power supplied to the mains).
The value entered for the export level shall always be supplied to the
always start when an export power operation is enabled.

Parameter 36 Power controller: set point 2 C/I/E 0 to 9,999 kW
Power controller
Pset2 I0000kW Set point 2 is enabled when Automatic 2 (terminal 5) is energized and the external
set point value (0/4 to 20 mA or interface) has not been enabled. If set point 1 and
set point 2 are enabled at the same time, the power will be controlled in the manner
specified by set point 1. The mains interchange (import/export) real power is con-
trolled to the configured value.
Generator real power control
C ...................The letter C stands for constant power set point (= base load). The
generator shall always supply the value entered for the constant pow-
er level. All load swings are absorbed by the utility. The generator
will always start when a constant power (base load) operation is
enabled.
Mains interchange (import/export) real power control
I ....................The letter I stands for import power (power supplied by the mains).
The value entered for the import level shall always be supplied by the
start when the power imported from the utility exceeds the level con-
E ...................The letter E stands for export power (power supplied to the mains).
The value entered for the export level shall always be supplied to the
always start when an export power operation is enabled.
Table Of Set Point Values
Automatic 1 Automatic 2 Control via External Specification

(terminal 3) (terminal 5) interface set point value of the set point value through
energized insignificant insignificant insignificant Set point 1 (Parameter 35)
de-energized energized OFF OFF Set point 2 (Parameter 36)
de-energized energized insignificant ON Externally via 0/4-20 mA input
(XPD, XPQ; Parameter 78)
de-energized energized ON OFF Externally via interface
de-energized de-energized OFF OFF Standby only: Emergency power
(AMF)
Table 3-3: Set point value table

Frequency Controller
Parameter 37 Frequency controller: initial state of the actuator 0 to 100 %
Initial state
Frequency 000% The value entered for this parameter is the start reference point for the analog out-
put to the speed controller. If the output to the speed control has been disabled, the
BPQ, XPQ
output will act as a control position reference point. The percentage value confi-
gured here refers to the range of the analog signal configured by "Stepper sign.frq
(min.)" (Parameter 48) and "Stepper sign.frq (max)" (Parameter 49).
Example: If a 0 to 10 V signal is configured with a min. limit of 10% and a max.

limit of 90%, the reference range is 1 to 9 V. A setting of 25% would result a start
reference point of 3 V. Refer to the Special Applications chapter of the Application
Manual 37240 for more detailed information about this setting.
Parameter 38 Frequency controller: enable ON/OFF

Freq.controller
ON ON................ The generator frequency is controlled by the GCP-30. The method of
generator frequency is determined by the application (isolated opera-
tion / synchronization). The subsequent screens of this function are
displayed.
OFF.............. The generator frequency is not controlled by the GCP-30 The subse-
quent screens of this function are not displayed.
Parameter 39 Frequency controller: activation frequency 0.0 to 70.0 Hz

f-contr. active
at: 00.0Hz The frequency controller is activated when the monitored generator frequency has
exceeded the value configured in this parameter. This prevents the GCP-30 from
attempting to control the frequency while the engine is completing its start se-
quence.
Parameter 40 Frequency controller: activation delay 0 to 999 s

Delay time for
f-contr. 000s The frequency controller is enabled after the configured time for this parameter ex-
pires.
Parameter 41 Frequency controller: set point ramp 1 to 50 Hz/s

Freq.controller
ramp 00Hz/s Different sized generators and applications require different ramp rates for the
speed control when starting. The rate at which theGCP-30 changes the speed refer-
ence point is defined by this parameter. A more rapid change to the speed reference
requires a larger value to be configured here.
NOTE
The parameters for the speed/frequency controller influence the generator real power controller.

Parameter 42 Frequency controller: type THREESTEP / ANALOG / PWM

F/P contr.type
---------------- THREESTEP The signal to the speed control to increase/decrease the
speed/frequency/real power is output via the relay manager to any
BPQ, XPQ
two configurable relays. The following relay functions must be as-
signed to the individual relays.
• function 114 = increase RPM (n+) / frequency (f+) / power (P+)
• function 115 = decrease RPM (n-) / frequency (f-) / power (P-)
Refer to the Controller Outputs section of manual 37364 for wiring
an external Resistive/Capacitive protection circuit.
ANALOG.....Speed control is performed via the analog outputs (terminals 8/9/10).
The control of speed/frequency/real power is performed via either a
voltage or current signal. The amplitude and signal type (mA or V) to
be utilized is configured in "F/P contr.output" (Parameter 46). If a
voltage signal is used, a jumper must be installed between terminals
8/9 (refer to the wiring diagram in manual 37364).
PWM ............Speed control is performed via the analog outputs (terminals 8/9/10).
The control of speed/frequency/real power is performed via a PWM
signal. The amplitude of the PWM signal to be utilized is configured
in "Level PWM" (Parameter 47). If a PWM signal is used, a jumper
must be installed between terminals 8/9 (refer to the wiring diagram
in manual 37364).
Three-Position Controller (XPD; BPQ, XPQ: Setting 'THREESTEP')
Parameter 43 Frequency controller: dead band 0.02 to 1.00 Hz

Freq.controller
deadband 0.00Hz Isolated operation The generator frequency is controlled in such a manner that the
measured frequency does not deviate from the configured set point
by more than the value configured in this parameter without the con-
troller issuing a frequency raise/lower signal to the frequency control.
This prevents unneeded wear on the frequency bias output control or
the raise/lower relay contacts.
Synchronization The generator frequency is controlled in such a manner that the
measured frequency does not deviate from the monitored reference
(mains or busbar) frequency by more than the value configured in
this parameter without the controller issuing a frequency raise/lower
signal to the frequency control. This prevents unneeded wear on the
frequency bias output control or the raise/lower relay contacts. The
value configured for this parameter must be less than the value con-
figured for the df max (maximum frequency differential) for syn-
chronization.
Parameter 44 Frequency controller: three-step minimum pulse 10 to 250 ms

Freq.controller
time pulse>000ms When "F/P contr.type" (Parameter 42) has been configured as THREESTEP, a
minimum pulse on time must be configured. The shortest possible pulse time
should be configured to limit overshoot of the desired speed reference point.
Parameter 45 Frequency controller: gain 0.1 to 99.9

Freq.controller
gain Kp 00.0 The gain factor Kp influences the the operating time of the relays. By increasing the
number configured in this parameter, the operating time of the relay will be in-
creased in response to a deviation from the power factor reference. By increasing
the gain, the response is increased to permit larger corrections to the variable to be
controlled. The farther out of tolerance the process is the larger the response action
is to return the process to the tolerance band. If the gain is configured too high, the
result is excessive overshoot/undershoot of the desired value.
Analog Controller Output (BPQ, XPQ: Setting 'ANALOG/PWM')
Parameter 46 Frequency controller: output range see below

F/P contr.output
---------------- If "F/P contr.type" (Parameter 42) has been configured as "ANALOG", this para-
meter must be configured to the appropriate type of analog controller signal. The
BPQ, XPQ
range of the analog output is configured here. To switch from a current to a voltage
or PWM signal output a jumper must be installed between terminals 8/9. The avail-
able ranges are listed below
Type Setting in above Jumper Range

configuration between Lower Upper
screen term. 8/9 level level
Current +/-20mA (+/-10V) no +/-20mA -20 mA +20 mA
+/-10mA (+/-5V) +/-10mA -10 mA +20 mA
0 to 10mA (0 to 5V) 0-10mA 0 mA 10 mA
0 to 20mA (0 to 10V) 0-20mA 0 mA 20 mA
4 to 20mA 4-20mA 4 mA 20 mA
10 to 0mA (5 to 0V) 10-0mA 10 mA 0 mA
20 to 0mA (10 to 0V) 20-0mA 20 mA 0 mA
20 to 4mA 20-4mA 20 mA 4 mA
Voltage +/-20mA (+/-10V) yes +/-10V -10 Vdc +10 Vdc
+/-10mA (+/-5V) +/-5V -5 Vdc +5 Vdc
+/-3V +/-3V -3 Vdc +3 Vdc
+/-2.5V +/-2.5V -2.5Vdc +2.5 Vdc
+/-1V +/-1V -1 Vdc +1 Vdc
0 to 10mA (0 to 5V) 0 to 5V 0 Vdc 5 Vdc
0.5V to 4.5V 0.5 to 4,5V 0.5 Vdc 4.5 Vdc
4.5V to 0.5V 4.5 to 0,5V 4.5 Vdc 0.5 Vdc
NOTE
The control logic of the PWM signal can be inverted by following steps:
- Configure "F/P contr.type" (Parameter 42) as ANALOG.
- Configure "F/P contr.output" (Parameter 46 "F/P contr.output") with any of above inverted control
outputs
(i.e. "10 to 0mA (5 to 0V)", "4.5V to 0.5V", "20 to 0mA (10 to 0V)" or "20 to 4mA").
- Return to "F/P contr.type" (Parameter 42) by pressing "Select" and "Cursor→" simultaneously.
- Configure "F/P contr.type" (Parameter 42) as PWM.
The PWM signal is now inverted.
Parameter 47 Frequency controller: PWM level 3.0 to 10.0 V

Level PWM
---------------- If PWM has been selected in Parameter 42 the amplitude of the PWM signal can be
adjusted here.
BPQ, XPQ
Parameter 48 Frequency controller: minimum value 0 to 100%

Stepper sign.frq
(min.) 000% This parameter permits the operator to clamp or limit the lower limit of the analog
output signal.
BPQ, XPQ
Example: A 1 to 4V analog output is needed for the voltage controller to operate

properly. A jumper is installed on terminals 8/9 as described above and the analog
output signal of 0 to 5V is selected. The number to be configured as the minimum
output signal in this parameter is determined by dividing the desired lower limit by
the range of the signal (1V/5V = 0.20 or 20%). 20% is the value to be configured in
this parameter.
Parameter 49 Frequency controller: maximum value 0 to 100%

Stepper sign.frq
(max.) 000% This parameter permits the operator to clamp or limit the upper limit of the analog
output signal.
BPQ, XPQ

output signal of 0 to 5V is selected. The number to be configured as the maximum
output signal in this parameter is determined by dividing the desired upper limit by
this parameter.
Parameter 50 Frequency controller: P gain 1 to 240

Freq.controller
gain Kpr 000 The gain coefficient Kpr specifies the Proportional portion of the PID control loop.
By increasing the gain, the response is increased to permit larger corrections to the
BPQ, XPQ
variable to be controlled. The farther out of tolerance the process is the larger the
response action is to return the process to the tolerance band. If the gain is confi-
gured too high, the result is excessive overshoot/undershoot of the desired value.
Parameter 51 Frequency controller: reset time (integration) 0.0 to 60.0 s

Freq.controller
reset Tn 00.0s The reset time Tn identifies the Integral portion of the PID control loop. The reset
time corrects for any offset (between set point and process variable) automatically
BPQ, XPQ
over time by shifting the proportioning band. Reset automatically changes the out-
put requirements until the process variable and the set point are the same. This pa-
rameter permits the user to adjust how quickly the reset attempts to correct for any
offset. The reset time constant must be greater than the derivative time constant. If
the reset time constant is too small, the engine will continually oscillate. If the reset
time constant is too large, the engine will take an excessive amount of time to settle
at a steady state.
Parameter 52 Frequency controller: derivative-action time 0.00 to 6.00 s

Freq.controller
derivat.Tv 0.00s The derivative-action time TV identifies the Derivative portion of the PID control
loop. By increasing this parameter, the stability of the system is increased. The con-
BPQ, XPQ
troller will attempt to slow down the action of the actuator in an attempt to prevent
excessive overshoot or undershoot. Essentially this is the brake for the process.
This portion of the PID loop operates anywhere within the range of the process un-
like reset.

Voltage Controller
Parameter 53 Voltage controller: initial state of the actuator 0 to 100 %
Initial state
voltage 000% The value entered for this parameter is the start reference point for the analog out-
put to the voltage controller. If the output to the voltage control has been disabled,
BPQ, XPQ
the output will act as a control position reference point. The percentage value con-
figured here refers to the range of the analog signal configured by "Stepper sign.vol
(min.)" (Parameter 62) and "Stepper sign.vol (max.)" (Parameter 63).
Example: If a 0 to 10 V signal is configured with a min. limit of 10% and a max.

limit of 90%, the reference range is 1 to 9 V. A setting of 25% would result a start
reference point of 3 V. Refer to the Special Applications chapter of the Application
Manual 37240 for more detailed information about this setting.
Parameter 54 Voltage controller: activation ON/OFF

Volt.controller
ON ON................ Generator voltage control is performed by the GCP-30. The subse-
quent screens of this function are displayed.
OFF.............. Generator voltage control is not performed by the GCP-30. The sub-
sequent screens of this function are not displayed.
Parameter 55 Voltage controller: start voltage 12.0 to 100.0 %

Start voltage
V control. 000V L This value refers to the generator voltage set point (Parameter 16).
The voltage controller is activated when the monitored generator voltage has ex-
ceeded the value configured in this parameter. This prevents the GCP-30 from at-
tempting to control the voltage while the engine is completing its start sequence.
Parameter 56 Voltage controller: delayed start 0 to 999 s

Delayed. Start
V contr. 000s The voltage controller is enabled after the configured time for this parameter ex-
pires.
NOTE
The following parameters for the voltage controller influence the power factor is controlled.
Parameter 57 Voltage controller: type THREESTEP / ANALOG

V/Q contr.type
---------------- THREESTEP The signal to the voltage control to increase/decrease the vol-
tage/power factor is output via the relay manager to any two confi-
BPQ, XPQ
gurable relays. The following relay functions must be assigned to the
individual relays.
• function 116 = increase voltage (V+) / power factor (Q+)
• function 117 = decrease voltage (V-) / power factor (Q-)
Refer to the Controller Outputs section of manual 37364 for wiring
an external Resistive/Capacitive protection circuit.
ANALOG .... Voltage control is performed via the analog outputs (terminals
11/12/13). The control of voltage/reactive power is performed via ei-
ther a voltage or current signal. The amplitude and signal type (mA
or V) to be utilized is configured in "V/Q contr.output" (Para-
meter 61). If a voltage signal is use, a jumper must be installed be-
tween terminals 11/12 (refer to the wiring diagram in manual 37364).

Parameter 58 Voltage controller: dead band 00.1 to 15.0 %

Volt.controller
dead band 00.0% L This value refers to the rated system voltage (Parameter 17).
Isolated operation The generator voltage is controlled in such a manner that the
measured voltage does not deviate from the configured set point by
more than the value configured in this parameter without the control-
ler issuing a voltage raise/lower signal to the voltage regulator. This
prevents unneeded wear on the voltage bias output control or the
raise/lower relay contacts.
Synchronization The generator voltage is controlled in such a manner that the
measured voltage does not deviate from the monitored reference
(mains or busbar) voltage by more than the value configured in this
parameter without the controller issuing a voltage raise/lower signal
to the voltage regulator. This prevents unneeded wear on the voltage
bias output control or the raise/lower relay contacts. The value confi-
gured for this parameter must be less than the value configured for
the dV max (maximum voltage differential) for synchronization.
Parameter 59 Voltage controller: minimum voltage 20 to 250 ms

Volt.controller
time pulse>000ms When "V/Q contr.type" (Parameter 57) has been configured as THREESTEP, a
minimum pulse on time must be configured. The shortest possible pulse time
should be configured to limit overshoot of the desired speed reference point.
Parameter 60 Voltage controller: gain 0.1 to 99.9

Volt.controller
gain Kp 00.0 The gain factor Kp influences the operating time of the relays. By increasing the

Analog Controller (BPQ, XPQ: Setting 'ANALOG')
Parameter 61 Voltage controller: range see below

V/Q contr.output
---------------- If "V/Q contr.type" (Parameter 57) has been configured as "ANALOG", this para-
meter must be configured to the appropriate type of analog controller signal. The
BPQ, XPQ
range of the analog output is configured here. To switch from a current to a voltage
signal output, a jumper must be installed between terminals 11/12. The available
ranges are listed below.
Type Setting in above Jumper Range

configuration between Lower Upper
screen term. 11/12 level level
Current +/-20mA (+/-10V) no +/-20mA -20 mA +20 mA
+/-10mA (+/-5V) +/-10mA -10 mA +20 mA
0 to 10mA (0 to 5V) 0-10mA 0 mA 10 mA
0 to 20mA (0 to 10V) 0-20mA 0 mA 20 mA
4 to 20mA 4-20mA 4 mA 20 mA
10 to 0mA (5 to 0V) 10-0mA 10 mA 0 mA
20 to 0mA (10 to 0V) 20-0mA 20 mA 0 mA
20 to 4mA 20-4mA 20 mA 4 mA
Voltage +/-20mA (+/-10V) yes +/-10V -10 Vdc +10 Vdc
+/-10mA (+/-5V) +/-5V -5 Vdc +5 Vdc
+/-3V +/-3V -3 Vdc +3 Vdc
+/-2.5V +/-2.5V -2.5Vdc +2.5 Vdc
+/-1V +/-1V -1 Vdc +1 Vdc
0.5V to 4.5V 0.5 to 4.5V 0.5 Vdc 4.5 Vdc
4.5V to 0.5V 4.5 to 0.5V 4.5 Vdc 0.5 Vdc
Parameter 62 Voltage controller: minimum value 0 to 100%

Stepper sign.vol
(min.) 000% This parameter permits the operator to clamp or limit the lower limit of the analog
output signal.
BPQ, XPQ

output signal of 0 to 5V is selected. The number to be configured as the minimum
output signal in this parameter is determined by dividing the desired lower limit by
this parameter.
Parameter 63 Voltage controller: maximum value 0 to 100%

Stepper sign.vol
(max.) 000% This parameter permits the operator to clamp or limit the upper limit of the analog
output signal.
BPQ, XPQ

output signal of 0 to 5V is selected. The number to be configured as the maximum
output signal in this parameter is determined by dividing the desired upper limit by
this parameter.

Parameter 64 Voltage controller: P-gain 1 to 240

Volt.controller
BPQ, XPQ
Parameter 65 Voltage controller: reset time (integration) 0.0 to 60.0 s

Volt.controller
BPQ, XPQ
at a steady state.
Parameter 66 Voltage controller: derivative-action time 0.00 to 6.00 s

Volt.controller
BPQ, XPQ
like reset.

Power Factor Controller

Parameter 67 Power factor controller: enable ON/OFF
Pow.fact.contr.
ON ON................ Power factor control is automatically performed by the GCP-30 when
in a mains parallel operation. The power factor cannot be accurately
measured if the monitored current is excessively low (secondary cur-
rent less than 5 % Irated). The GCP-30 will lock the power factor at
the value configured in Parameter 68 if the monitored secondary cur-
rent is less than 5% of the input rating. The subsequent screens of
this function are displayed.
OFF.............. Power factor is not controlled by the GCP-30 The subsequent screens
of this function are not displayed.
Parameter 68 Power factor controller: set point i0.70 to 1.00 to c0.70

Pow.fact.contr.
setpoint 0.00 The GCP-30 is capable of producing power at a specified power factor when in pa-
rallel with the mains. The desired power factor is configured here so that the reac-
tive power is regulated in the system. The designations "i" and "c" stand for induc-
tive/lagging (generator overexcited) and capacitive/leading (generator under
excited) reactive power. The power factor is only controlled to the value configured
here when the generator is in a mains parallel operation.
NOTE
Please note the settings for the voltage controller will also influence the power factor controller. Refer
to the "Voltage Controller" section on page 43.
Parameter 69 Power factor controller: dead band 0.5 to 25.0 %

Pow.fact.contr.
dead band 00.0% The generator reactive power is controlled in such a manner, when paralleled with
the mains, so that the monitored power factor does not deviate from the configured
power factor set point by more than the value configured in this parameter without
the controller issuing a voltage raise/lower signal to the voltage regulator. This pre-
vents unneeded wear on the raise/lower relay contacts. The configured percentage
for the dead band refers to the generator rated power (Parameter 21).
Parameter 70 Power factor controller: gain 0.1 to 99.9

Pow.fact.contr.

Parameter 71 Power factor controller: P-gain 1 to 240

Pow.fact.contr.
BPQ, XPQ
Parameter 72 Power factor controller: reset time (integration) 0.0 to 60.0 s

Pow.fact.contr.
BPQ, XPQ
at a steady state.
Parameter 73 Power factor controller: derivative-action time 0.00 to 6.00 s

Pow.fact.contr.
BPQ, XPQ
like reset.

Real Power Controller

Parameter 74 Power controller: enable ON/OFF
Power controller
ON ON................ Real power control is enabled. The generator will automatically load
with real power to the level configured in Pset1 (Parameter 35) or
Pset2 (Parameter 36) when the corresponding inputs (terminal 3 or 5)
are energized and the system is in parallel with the mains. The subse-
OFF.............. Real power control is not performed, and the subsequent screens of
Parameter 75 Power controller: set point ramp %/s 0.1 to 100.0 %/s
power controller
ramp 000.0%/s The GCP-30 controller has the ability to softly load and unload when paralleled.
The load reference point is changed by the control at the rate of a configured per-
cent per second. This percentage refers to the generator rated power (Para-
meter 21). A smaller configured percentage for the ramp rate will result in a slower
ramp rate. Conversely a larger configured percentage will result in a faster ramp
rate.
Power Limitation
Parameter 76 Power controller: maximum power limitation 10 to 120 %

Power limit
P max. 000% If the maximum generator real load is to be limited, a percentage based on the ge-
nerator rated power (Parameter 21) is entered here. The GCP-30 will not permit the
load to exceed the configured power limitation value. This parameter is only func-
tional when the generator is in a mains parallel operation.
Parameter 77 Power controller: minimum power limitation 0 to 50 %

Power limit
P min. 00% If the generator minimum real load is to be limited, a percentage based on the gene-
rator rated power (Parameter 21) is entered here. The GCP-30 will not permit the
load to drop below the configured power limitation value. This parameter is only
functional when the generator is in a mains parallel operation.

External Generator Power Set Point Value (XPD, XPQ)
The generator real power set point value may be regulated via an analog input T{x} [x = 1 to 7] if one of the
analog inputs T{x} [x = 1 to 7] is a 0/4 to 20 mA input. The selection of the analog input is done using the fol-
lowing parameters.
Parameter 78 Power set point value: external input OFF / T{x}

Power setpoint
external OFF OFF ..............External regulation of the generator real power set point value via
the 0/4 to 20 mA input is disabled. If this parameter is configured to
XPD, XPQ
"OFF" a generator real power set point value is not monitored via
the 0/4 to 20 mA input to the control. The analog inputs can be used
either as a mains interchange (import/export) real power actual value
or as freely configurable alarm inputs. If terminal 5 is utilized, the in-
ternal set point value 2 "Pset2" (Parameter 36) is used as set point
value. The subsequent screens of this function are not displayed.
T{x} ..............External regulation of the generator real power set point value via
the 0/4 to 20 mA input is enabled. If terminal 5 is utilized, the inter-
nal set point value 2 "Pset2" (Parameter 36) is used as the set point
value. The subsequent screens of this function are displayed.
Note
Please note the following if analog input T{x} has been selected:
• "Analog in Pmains" (Parameter 24) in the "Measuring" section must be confi-
gured as OFF.
• "Analog input {x} scalable" (Parameter 215) in the "Analog inputs" section must
be configured as OFF.
• The GCP-30 is may be purchased with various types of analog inputs. If the con-
troller being configured has analog inputs, only a 0/4 to 20 mA input may be used
for this input.
• Due to the fact that LeoPC1 is not a dynamic program, the graphic display of the
generator/plant does not automatically update to reflect any changes made during
reconfiguration. To update the program’s graphical display, LeoPC1 must be
shutdown and restarted.
Priority of the functions of the analog inputs

If more than one function has been assigned to an analog input, the following is the
priority that the control assigns to functions:
• Highest priority: Mains interchange real power actual value measurement
• Middle priority: Real power set point value

Parameter 79 Power set point value: range 0 to 20 / 4 to 20 mA

Analog input
0-00mA The analog input measurement range is selected in this parameter. The user may se-
lect from 0 to 20 mA or 4 to 20 mA to match the source of the input.
XPD, XPQ
0 to 20 mA ... Minimum set point value corresponds to 0 mA;
maximum set point value corresponds to 20 mA.
4 to 20 mA ... Minimum set point value corresponds to 4 mA;
maximum set point value corresponds to 20 mA.
CAUTION
It is possible to scale the real power interchange set point. Do not configure a base load operation (C)
with an import (I) or export (E) operation. The chart below shows permissible combinations of the ana-
log input current levels and import, export, and base load power operations.
External set point 0/4 mA C I E I E
External set point 20 mA C I E E I
Parameter 80 Power set point value: scaling-minimum value C/I/E 0 to 9,999 kW

Ext.setpoint
0mA 0000kW The minimum value of the generator real power that corresponds to 0/4 mA is de-
fined here (e. g. 0 kW).
XPD, XPQ
Parameter 81 Power set point value: scaling-maximum value C/I/E 0 to 9,999 kW

Ext.setpoint
20mA 0000kW The maximum value of the generator real power that corresponds to 20 mA is de-
fined here (e. g. 100 kW).
XPD, XPQ
Parameter 82 Power controller: dead band 0.1 to 25.0 %

Power controller
dead band 00.0% The generator real power is controlled in such a manner, when paralleled with the
mains, so that the monitored real power does not deviate from the configured real
power set point by more than the value configured in this parameter without the
controller issuing a frequency raise/lower signal to the speed control. This prevents
unneeded wear on the raise/lower relay contacts. The configured percentage for the
dead band refers to the generator rated power (Parameter 21).
Parameter 83 Power controller: gain factor 0.1 to 99.9

Power controller
gain, the response is increased to permit larger corrections to the variable to be con-
trolled. The farther out of tolerance the process is the larger the response action is
to return the process to the tolerance band. If the gain is configured too high, the
Parameter 84 Power controller: dead band factor 1.0 to 9.9

Powercontr. dead
band ratio *0.0 The GCP-30 has the capability to increase the power controller dead band. This
function may be desired as a method of reducing wear on the voltage regulator as a
result of frequent actuation due to minor fluctuation of the load. If adjusting pulses
have not been output for at least 5 seconds, the dead band is increased by this fac-
tor.
Example: A dead band of 2.5 % and a factor of 2.0 have been configured and the GCP-30 has not issued
an adjustment pulse in the last 5 seconds. The dead band is increased to 5.0 % of the rated power. If the
monitored power deviates from the 5% dead band, the controller automatically returns to the original
dead band (2.5 %) and controls the power at that level.

Parameter 85 Power controller: P gain 1 to 240

Power controller
BPQ, XPQ
Parameter 86 Power controller: reset time (integration) 0.0 to 60.0 s

Power controller
BPQ, XPQ
at a steady state.
Parameter 87 Power controller: derivative-action time 0.00 to 6.00 s

Power controller
derivat.Tv 0.00s The derivative action time TV identifies the Derivative portion of the PID control
BPQ, XPQ
like reset.
Partial Load Lead
Parameter 88 Power controller: partial-load limit 5 to 110 %

Warm up load
limit value 000% The GCP-30 is capable of partially loading the generator to a specified limit for a
designated time period to permit warming up of the prime mover prior assuming
service loads. The partial load level is specified as a percentage in this parameter.
The configured percentage for the partial load limit refers to the generator rated
power (Parameter 21).
Parameter 89 Power controller: partial-load limit 0 to 600 s

Warm up load
time 000s The GCP-30 is capable of partially loading the generator to a specified limit for a
designated time period so the prime mover may be warmed up prior assuming ser-
vice loads. The length of the warm-up period with partial load following the initial
closure of the GCB in mains parallel operation is configured here. If an engine
warm-up period is not desired, this parameter must be set to zero.

Load and/or var Sharing
The GCP-30 performs proportional load and/or var sharing. This means each generator will share the load at the
same percentage level of the generator rated power when paralleled against the mains, in an isolated operation
with multiple generators paralleled, or when re-synchronizing the common bus to the mains. Proportional
load/var sharing will not be performed when the GCP-30 has the GCB closed and is in the constant power/base
load mode. The GCP-30 is capable of controlling up to 14 generators. The GCP-30 is also capable of controlling
any generator rated up to 10 MW. The total rated system power for all generators may not exceed 32 MW.
Mains parallel operation with mains interchange real power control (import/export): The GCP-30 control-
lers maintain the real load level on the individually controlled generators at a level so that the real power set point
at the mains interchange remains at the configured set point. The real power set point for the mains interchange
must be configured identically for each GCP.
The GCP-30 controller communicates with other controls in the system via a CAN bus. This enables the control-
lers to adjust the real power generated by the generator while remaining within the rated power of the generator.
A smaller generator will contribute less real power as compared to a large generator, but they will both be uti-
lized to the same capacity factor. An example of this would be a 100 kW generator with a configured 1000 kW
generator and a mains interchange of 825 kW. The 100 kW generator would contribute 75 kW and the 1000 kW
generator would contribute 750 kW or both generators would be at 75% of their rated capacity.
Reactive load sharing is not performed when operating in parallel with the mains. The reactive power control
will be defined by the configured power factor set point of the individual controllers. If "Pow.fact.contr. setpoint"
(Parameter 68) is configured as i0.95, the GCP will proportionally share the real load with all generators in paral-
lel with the mains while controlling the reactive power at a 0.95 lagging power factor regardless of the what
power factor the mains is operating at.
The parameter "kW/kvar sharing: reference variable kW" (Parameter 91) can be used now to define the priority
of the real power sharing reference variable (real power at interchange). A higher configured percentage influ-
ences the control more towards maintaining the real power set point for the interchange. A lower configured per-
centage influences the control more towards maintaining real power sharing between units.
The parameter "kW/kvar sharing: reference variable kvar" (Parameter 93) has no influence here.
Isolated operation in parallel: The GCP-30 controllers maintain the voltage and frequency of the individually
controlled generators at a constant level. This makes it imperative that the voltage and frequency set points are
configured identically for each GCP.
The GCP-30 controller communicates with other controls in the system via a CAN bus. This enables the control-
lers to adjust the real power generated by the generator while remaining within the rated power of the generator.
A smaller generator will contribute less real power as compared to a large generator, but they will both be uti-
lized to the same capacity factor. An example of this would be a 100 kW generator and a 1000 kW generator
with an 825 kW load. The 100 kW generator would contribute 75 kW and the 1000 kW generator would contri-
bute 750 kW or both generators would be at 75% of their rated capacity.
The reactive power will be shared proportionally among all generators involved.
The parameter "kW/kvar sharing: reference variable kW" (Parameter 91) can be used to define the priority of the
reference variable for real power sharing. A higher configured percentage influences the control more towards
frequency control. A lower configured percentage influences the control more towards real power sharing.
The parameter "kW/kvar sharing: reference variable kvar" (Parameter 93) can be used now to define the priority
of the reference variable for reactive power sharing. A higher configured percentage influences the control more
towards voltage control. A lower configured percentage influences the control more towards reactive power shar-
ing.

Re-synchronization of the busbar to the mains: The system is operating as an isolated system, for synchroni-
zation to be performed the voltage and frequency differentials of the mains and bus must be within the confi-
gured windows.
The bus frequency reference point is dictated by the monitored mains frequency and the configured frequency
differential (+ dfmax/2).
Example: If +dfmax = 0.2 Hz, the GCP-30 will calculate the bus frequency reference point as:
[monitored mains frequency] + [dfmax/2] = bus frequency reference point
A practical example of this would be:
The monitored mains frequency is 60 Hz
Configured + dfmax = 0.2 Hz
[60 Hz] + [0.2Hz/2] = 60.1 Hz bus frequency reference point
The differential voltage is configured as a window. The monitored voltage from the potential transformers sec-
ondary for the mains and the bus must be within the configured voltage differential limit. This means that if the
secondary voltage inputs have been configured for 120 V and a dV of 2 V is configured, then synchronization
will be permitted when the monitored voltage on the secondary of the main and bus are within 2 V of each other.
When the monitored bus frequency and voltage are within the configured differential limits, the "Command:
close MCB" relay will enable, closing the MCB, and the system will be paralleled to the mains.
Prerequisites: All GCP-30 controllers connected to the system must have rated system frequencies and breaker
logic configured identically and the parameter "Active power load-share" (Parameter 90) must be enabled.
Description of the load-share interface: The GCP-30 utilizes a peer relationship between units to control the
system. This permits for parallel applications of up to 14 generators.
NOTE
Refer to the Interface section of the Installation Manual 37364 for information about the CAN bus con-
nection.
Diagram of load/var sharing via the CAN bus (refer to Figure 3-4 on page 36): The parameter "Active load
sharing factor" determines if and how a generator performs real power or frequency control when paralleled with
other generators in an isolated operation. This parameter is defined as a percentage. In the figure below 10 %
means increased real power control and 99 % increased frequency control. This parameter must be configured
individually for each generator.
In the illustrated control system, it must be noted that each control calculates the mean utilization factor of all
controls from the data transmitted via the CAN bus and then compares this with its own utilization factor. The
utilization factor is compared with the reference variable and results in a new reference variable set point. Fre-
quency and real power control are carried out simultaneously in these controls (corresponding to the reference
variable).
Frequency control is carried out via the measured voltage/frequency of the voltage system. The Pickup is used
merely for monitoring functions, or is available as a control value to the secondary controller.

Figure 3-4: CAN bus load/var sharing, diagram

Parameter 90 kW sharing: load sharing ON/OFF

Active power
load-share ON ON ................Real power sharing is enabled. When multiple generators are operat-
ing in parallel, the real power is shared proportionally. The subse-
OFF ..............Real power sharing is disabled. The subsequent screens of this func-
tion are not displayed.
Parameter 91 kW sharing: reference variable kW 10 to 99 %

Act. load share
factor 00% It is possible to change the emphasis placed on maintaining control variables. By
increasing or decreasing the percentage value in this parameter, the control places a
higher priority on maintaining the primary or secondary control reference variable.
If the value for this parameter is configured higher, maintaining the primary control
variable has more priority. If the value for this parameter is configured lower,
maintaining the secondary control variable has a greater priority.
Primary control variable

• Isolated operation = frequency maintained
• Mains parallel operation = real power level at the mains interchange point main-
tained
Secondary control variable

• Isolated operation = real power sharing with other generators maintained
• Mains parallel operation = real power sharing with other generators maintained
The smaller this factor the higher the priority to equally share the load among all
generators.
Parameter 92 kvar sharing: var sharing ON/OFF

Reactive power
load share ON ON ................Reactive power sharing is enabled. When multiple generators are op-
erating in parallel, the reactive power is shared proportionally. The
subsequent screens of this function are displayed.
OFF ..............Reactive power sharing is disabled. The subsequent screens of this
function are not displayed.
Parameter 93 kvar sharing: reference variable kvar 10 to 99 %

React.load share
factor 00% It is possible to change the emphasis placed on maintaining control variables. By
increasing or decreasing the percentage value in this parameter, the control places a
higher priority on maintaining the primary or secondary control reference variable.
If the value for this parameter is configured higher, maintaining the primary control
variable has a greater priority. If the value for this parameter is configured lower,
maintaining the secondary control variable has a greater priority.
Primary control variable

• Isolated operation = voltage maintained
• Mains parallel operation = power factor maintained
Secondary control variable

• Isolated operation = reactive power sharing with other generators maintained
•Mains parallel operation = power factor maintained

Automatic
≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡≡
Parameter 94 Configuration of automatic YES/NO
Configure
automatic YES The automatic control functions are configured in this block of parameters. This
parameter has the following effects:
and are skipped.
Load Management
NOTE
To enable the automatic start/stop function, "Active power load-share" (Parameter 90) must be confi-
gured to “ON”, regardless if additional generators are available for load sharing.
NOTE
The automatic start/stop functionality of the engine, requires that identical rated power (Parameter 21)
be configured in all participating controls.
Load-Dependent Start/Stop in Mains Parallel Operation
Parameter 95 Load dependent start/stop: enable via terminal 3 ON/OFF

Loadd.start/stop
at ter.3 ON ON................ The automatic start/stop functionality is enabled. When the discrete
input "Automatic 1" (terminal 3) is energized, the GCP-30 will au-
tomatically start/stop dependent upon the measured load in accor-
dance with how generator real power set point 1 (Parameter 35) is
configured. If terminal 5 is energized simultaneously, terminal 3 has
priority and will override terminal 5. The subsequent screens of this
function are displayed.
OFF.............. The automatic start/stop functionality is disabled. The generator will
start only when terminal 3 is energized and stop when de-energized.
The generator is loaded in accordance with how generator real power
set point 1 (Parameter 35) is configured. The subsequent screens of
Parameter 96 Load dependent start/stop: enable via terminal 5 ON/OFF

Loadd.start/stop
at ter.5 ON ON................ The automatic start/stop functionality is enabled. When the discrete
input "Automatic 2" (terminal 5) is energized, the GCP-30 will au-
tomatically start/stop dependent upon the measured load in accor-
dance with how generator real power set point 2 (Parameter 36) is
configured. If terminal 3 is energized simultaneously, terminal 3 has
priority and will override terminal 5. The subsequent screens of this
OFF.............. The automatic start/stop functionality is disabled. The generator will
start only when terminal 3 is energized and stop when de-energized.
The generator is loaded in accordance with how generator real power
set point 1 (Parameter 35) is configured. The subsequent screens of
Single generator in mains parallel operation

The load-dependent start/stop function is enabled when all of the following conditions have been met:
• The control has been placed in the AUTOMATIC operation mode
• The mains interchange power control (import/export power) has been enabled by either the "Automatic 1" or
"Automatic 2" discrete inputs (terminals 3 or 5) and are configured for import or export operations
• One or both parameters "Load-dependent start/stop on terminal 3/5" (Parameter 95 or Parameter 96) has been
configured to "ON".
Parameter 97 Load dependent start/stop: generator minimum power start set point 0 to 6,900 kW
Minimum load
generator 0000kW For the mains interchange (import/export) real power control to function, a mini-
mum generator power set point value is required. In many cases, it is desirable that
the engine is prevented from starting unless the generator will operate at a specific
kW level or higher to ensure a reasonable degree of efficiency.
Example: The mains interchange must reach a level that will permit an 80kW gene-
rator to operate at a minimum load of 40kW prior to the engine starting.
Parameter 98 Load dependent start/stop: start delay 0 to 999 s

Add-on delay
mains oper. 000s Load swings may exceed the "Minimum load generator" (Parameter 97) set point
momentarily. In order to prevent the engine from starting due to short-term load
swings, a delay time may be configured. The load must remain above the minimum
load set point without interruption for the delay time, configured in seconds, prior
to a start command being issued. If the load falls below the minimum load set point
before the delay time expires, the delay time is reset and a start command is not is-
sued.
Parameter 99 Load dependent start/stop: stop delay 0 to 999 s

Shed-off delay
mains oper. 000s Load swings may fall below the "Hysteresis add on/off op." (Parameter 100) set
point momentarily. In order to prevent the engine from stopping due to short-term
load swings, a delay time may be configured. The load must remain below the hys-
teresis set point without interruption for the delay time, configured in seconds, prior
to a stop command being issued. If the load exceeds the hysteresis set point before
the delay time expires, the delay time is reset and a stop command is not issued.
Stopping hysteresis
NOTE
Parameter 100 is used to determine the stopping hysteresis for a single generator in a mains parallel
operation and multiple paralleled generators in an isolated operation.
Parameter 100 Load dependent start/stop: stopping hysteresis 0 to 9,999 kW

Hysteresis add-.
on/off op.0000kW The shutdown power limit of the generator is determined via a hysteresis. The hys-
teresis is used to prevent the engine continuously starting and shutting down due to
minor load swings. The hysteresis should be configured so that the system has time
to bring an additional generator online during the largest possible load swing that
the plant may experience.

Single generator mains parallel operation (mains interchange (import/export) real power control)
NOTE
The "desired mains interchange power level" will equal 0 in the formulas below if the breaker logic is
configured as Open Transition, Closed Transition, Interchange, or External. The desired mains inter-
change power level is utilized for import and export power operations.
General
Formula A: Determining the start set point

An engine start command is issued when:
Desired mains interchange power level – Minimum load generator = Mains power level when generator started
Formula B: Stop of the engine

An engine stop command is issued when:
Desired mains interchange power level + Monitored mains power + Minimum load generator – Generator hyste-
resis = Mains power level when generator stopped
Example
Situation: A customer wants to import only 50kW from the utility. The minimum efficient load to start the gene-
rator is 30kW. The generator should be shut down when the generator load drops below 20kW.
Desired mains interchange power level = the power to be imported or exported to the mains
Imported power is always calculated as a negative number since the generator does not produce it. Ex-
ported power is always calculated as a positive number since the generator produces it. The desired im-
port level should be entered as "I0050kW" for Pset1 or Pset2 (Parameter 35 or Parameter 36).
Desired mains interchange power level = -50 kW
Minimum load generator = the minimum efficient load that a start request will be issued
"Minimum load generator" (Parameter 97) should be configured as "0030kW".
Minimum load generator = 30 kW
Generator hysteresis = the power level that a stop command will be issued
This value is calculated by subtracting the minimum generator load for a shut down command from the
minimum load that a start command is issued. In this example the calculation would be [30kW – 20kW
= 10kW]. "Hysteresis add on / off op." (Parameter 100) should be configured as "10kW".
Generator hysteresis = 10 kW
Monitored mains power = the monitored power level and direction at the mains breaker
The situation above will be calculated as follows:

Case 1:
An engine start command is issued when the monitored mains power reaches a specified level. Formula A is used
as follows:
Desired mains interchange power level – minimum load generator = mains power level when generator starts
- 50 kW - 30 kW = -80 kW
The power supplied by the mains must be equal to or greater than 80 kW in order for the GCP-30 to issue a start
command. After the engine starts and the GCB closes, the generator will assume load until the mains interchange
is importing 50kW.
Case 2:
An engine stop command is issued when the monitored mains power falls to a specified level. Formula B is used
as follows:
Desired mains interchange power level + monitored mains power + minimum load generator – generator hystere-
sis = generator power level when generator stops
- 50 kW + 50 kW + 30 kW - 10 kW = 20 kW
The power supplied by the generator must be equal to or less than 20 kW for the delay time without interruption
prior to the GCP-30 issuing a stop command. After the GCP-30 issues the stop command, the generator will
transfer the remaining load to the mains (increasing the mains import level to 70kW), open the GCB, and shut-
down the engine.

Load sharing with multiple generators in a mains parallel operation

The load-dependent start/stop functionality is enabled when the following conditions have been met for all con-
trols:
• The mains interchange power control (import/export power) has been enabled by energizing either the "Au-
tomatic 1" or "Automatic 2" discrete inputs (terminals 3 or 5) and are these discrete inputs are configured for
import or export operations
• All parameters, such as start power (Parameter 97), stop power (Parameter 100), start delay (Parameter 98),
stop delay (Parameter 99), and the frequency set point value (Parameter 8) are configured identically for all
generators that will be load sharing
• One or both parameters "Load-dependent stop/start on terminal 3/5" (Parameter 95 and/or Parameter 96) has
been configured "ON"
• The parameters "Load sharing" (Parameter 90) and/or "var sharing" (Parameter 92) have been configured
"ON"
• All generators are configured for the same rated power (Parameter 21)
NOTE
"Reserve power mains op." (Parameter 101) is only utilized when multiple generators are to be paral-
leled with the mains. The first engine will be started as described in the section: Single generator
mains parallel operation (mains interchange (import/export) real power control) on page 59.
Parameter 101 Load dependent start/stop: reserve power 0 to 9,999 kW

Reserve power
mains op. 0000kW The value configured for the reserve power determines when an additional genera-
tor will be started. The reserve power is the desired spinning reserve of a generator
or generators. The reserve power is usually configured as the largest load swing
that a power plant may encounter during the time it takes to bring an additional ge-
nerator online. The available generator power is calculated by multiplying the
number of generators with closed GCBs by the generator real power rating of a ge-
nerator. The reserve generator power is calculated by subtracting the power cur-
rently being produced by all generators with closed GCBs from the total available
generator power. If the actual reserve power of the generators is less than the value
configured in this parameter, the next generator will be started.
Currently available total generator rated real power

- Currently available total generator actual real power
= Reserve power
Parameter 102 Load dependent start/stop: priority of generators 0 to 14

Priority of
generators 0 This parameter specifies the sequence in which the individual generators are
started. The control with the lowest configured number has the highest priority.
This generator will be the first started and the last stopped. In the event two or
more generators have been assigned identical priorities, the starting sequence is de-
termined by the operating hours. In this case, the generator with the lowest operat-
ing hours will be started first. In the event the generators have the same number of
operating hours, the generator with the lowest generator number (CAN bus address,
Parameter 4) is started.

Mains parallel operation(mains interchange (import/export) real power control with multiple generators)
NOTE
The "desired mains interchange power level" will equal 0 in the formulas below if the breaker logic is
configured as Open Transition, Closed Transition, Interchange, or External. The desired mains inter-
change power level is utilized for import and export power operations.
General
Formula C: Start of the first generator

All GCBs are open.
The first engine is started when:
desired mains interchange power level – minimum load generator = mains power level when generator starts
Formula D: Starting of additional generators

At least one GCB in the group is closed.
The next engine is started when:
[(generator rating)(number of closed GCBs) – parallel reserve power] / number of closed GCBs = individual ge-
nerator power level at next start
Formula E: Stopping a generator

At least two GCBs in the group are closed.
An engine is stopped when:
(number of generators needed for load – 1)(generator rating) – parallel reserve power – generator hysteresis =
power level next generator stopped
Formula F: Stopping of the last generator

Only one GCB in the group is closed.
The last engine is stopped when:
[desired mains interchange power level + monitored mains power + minimum load generator – generator hyste-
resis = mains power level when generator stops
Example
When the generators are running the customer wishes to remain paralleled with the mains but does not want the
mains to supply any power to the system. This value has been configured as "I0000kW" (refer to "Real Power
Controller, Set Point Values on page 37"). The same functionality may be achieved by configuring the main in-
terchange power as "E0000kW". The largest load swing the system will encounter is 40 kW. The customer wants
a 20 kW buffer to prevent restarting of generators due to load swings. A reserve power for the system of 40 kW
and a generator hysteresis of 20 kW is desired for this application. The power plant consists of three generators
capable of paralleling. Each generator is rated for 200 kW of real power. It is not economical to start a generator
unless it will carry 30 kW of load.

Variables
Generator rating = the power rating for an individual generator (all generators used in this application must be of
the same power rating). "Rated power generator" (Parameter 21) should be configured as "200 kW".
Generator rating = 200 kW
Number of closed GCBs = all generator that are used to calculate available generation power must have their cir-
cuit breaker closed.
Number of closed GCBs = varies
Desired mains interchange power level = the power to be imported or exported to the mains
Imported power is always calculated as a negative number since the generator does not produce it. Exported
power always calculated as a positive number since the generator produces it. The desired import level should be
entered as "I0000 kW" for Automatic 1 or 2 (Parameter 35 or Parameter 36).
Desired mains interchange power level = 0 kW
Minimum load generator = the minimum load that the first start request will be issued
"Minimum load generator" (Parameter 97) should be configured as "0030kW".
Minimum load generator = 30 kW
This value is calculated by subtracting the minimum generator load for a shut down command to be issued from
the minimum load that a start command is issued. In this example the calculation would be [30 kW – 10 kW =
20 kW]. "Hysteresis add on / off op." (Parameter 100) should be configured as "20 kW".
Parallel reserve power = the real load that a generator or generators are able to absorb while the next generator is
started. The reserve power is usually configured as the largest load swing that a power plant may encounter dur-
ing the time it takes to bring an additional generator online. "Reserve power mains op." (Parameter 101) should
be configured as "40 kW".
Reserve power = 40 kW
Monitored mains power = the monitored power level and direction at the mains breaker
Case 3:
An engine start command is issued when the monitored mains power reaches a specified level. Formula C is used
as follows:
Desired mains interchange power level – Minimum load generator = Mains power level when generator starts
0 kW - 30 kW = -30 kW
The power supplied by the mains must be at equal to or greater than 30 kW in order for the GCP-30 to issue a
start command. After the engine starts and the GCB closes, the generator will assume load until the mains inter-
change is importing 0 kW.
Case 4:
An engine start command is issued to the second generator when the monitored mains power reaches a specified
level. Formula D is used as follows:
[(generator rating)(number of closed GCBs) – parallel reserve power] / number of closed GCBs = generator
power level at next start
[(200 kW)(1) – 40 kW] / 1 = 160 kW
The single generator that is providing power has a total load rating of 200 kW (200 kW x 1). This generator has
an available load of 160 kW (200 kW – 40 kW). When the individual generator load exceeds 160 kW, the next
generator will be started and brought online to share the load.

Case 5:
An engine start command is issued to the second generator when the monitored mains power reaches a specified
level. Formula D is used as follows:
[(generator rating)(number of closed GCBs) – parallel reserve power] / number of closed GCBs = generator
power level at next start
[(200 kW)(2) – 40 kW] / 2 = 180 kW.
The two generators that are providing power have a total load rating of 400 kW (200 kW x 2). Both generators
combined have an available load of 360 kW (400 kW – 40 kW). The reserve power limit is split equally between
the two generators giving each generator an effective load of 180 kW each. When the individual generator loads
exceed 180 kW, the next generator will be started and brought online to share the load.
Case 6:
An engine stop command is issued to the first generator when the monitored system power falls to a specified
level. Formula E is used as follows:
(number of generators needed for load – 1 generator)(generator rating) – reserve power – generator hysteresis =
Power level next generator stopped
(3 – 1)(200 kW) – 40 kW – 20 kW = 340 kW(3 – 1)(200 kW) – 40 kW – 20 kW = 340 kW
System power level / number of closed GCBs = individual generator load level
340 kW / 3 = 113.3 kW
The three generators that are providing power have a total load rating of 600 kW (200 kW x 3). Before a genera-
tor can be shut down as the load decreases, the two generators that will remain online must be able to sustain the
remaining load. This requires that the above formula be used to determine the load level that a shutdown com-
mand is issued. According to the calculations above that level is 340 kW. This load is shared equally among the
online generators. To determine the individual generator load levels the shut down power level must be divided
by the number of generators online (340 / 3 = 113.3 kW). When the individual loads for the generators drop be-
low 113.3 kW, a stop command will be issued and a generator will shed its load to the remaining generators,
open its GCB, and shut down.
Case 7:
An engine stop command is issued to the second generator when the monitored system power falls to a specified
level. Formula E is used as follows:
(number of generators needed for load – 1 generator)(generator rating) – parallel reserve power – generator hys-
teresis = system power level next generator stopped
(2 – 1)(200 kW) – 40 kW – 20 kW = 140 kW.
System power level / number of closed GCBs = individual generator load level
140 kW / 2 = 70 kW
The two generators that are providing power have a total load rating of 400 kW (200 kW x 2). Before a generator
can be shut down as the load decreases, the generator that will remain online must be able to sustain the remain-
ing load. This requires that the above formula be used to determine the load level that a shutdown command is is-
sued. According to the calculations above that level is 140 kW. This load is shared equally among the online ge-
nerators. To determine the individual generator load levels the shut down power level must be divided by the
number of generators online (140 / 2 = 70 kW). When the individual loads for the generators drop below 70 kW,
a stop command will be issued and a generator will shed its load to the remaining generator, open its GCB, and
shut down.
Case 8:
An engine stop command is issued to the last generator when the monitored system power falls to a specified
level. Formula F is used as follows:
desired mains interchange power level + monitored mains power + minimum load generator – generator hystere-
sis = mains power level when generator stops
0 kW + 0 kW + 30 kW - 20 kW = 10 kW
The final remaining generator will be taken offline after the load supplied by the generator drops below the con-
figured mains interchange level plus the monitored power at the mains interchange minus the minimum confi-
gured load for the generator minus the generator hysteresis or 10 kW in this case. When the load drops to 10 kW,
the load is shed from the generator to the mains, the GCB is opened, and the generator is shut down. The mains
will now import 10 kW. If the load increases again, the previous steps are repeated.

Isolated operation in parallel with other generators

The load-dependent start/stop functionality is enabled when the following conditions have been met for all con-
trols:
• The mains interchange power control (import/export power) has been enabled by either the "Automatic 1" or
"Automatic 2" discrete inputs (terminals 3 or 5) and are configured for import or export operations
• All parameters, such as start power (Parameter 97), stop power (Parameter 100), start delay (Parameter 98),
stop delay (Parameter 99), and the frequency set point value (Parameter 8) are configured identically for all
generators that will be load sharing
• One or both parameters "Load-dependent stop/start on terminal 3/5" (Parameter 95 and/or Parameter 96) has
been configured to "ON"
• The parameters "Load sharing" (Parameter 90) and/or "var sharing" (Parameter 92) have been configured to
"ON"
• All generators are configured for the same rated power (Parameter 21)
NOTE
In order to prevent a generator from becoming overloaded, ensure that the value configured for the re-
serve power (Parameter 103) is larger than the largest load swing any one generator might endure
while an additional generator is brought online.
Parameter 103 Load dependent start/stop: reserve power (isolated operation) 0 to 9,999 kW
Reserve power
isol.op. 0000kW The value configured for the reserve power determines when an additional genera-
tor will be started. The reserve power is the desired spinning reserve of a generator
or generators. The reserve power is usually estimated as the largest load swing that
a power plant may encounter during the time it takes to bring an additional genera-
tor online. The available generator power is calculated by multiplying the number
of generators with closed GCBs by the generator real power rating of a generator.
The reserve generator power is calculated by subtracting the power currently being
produced by all generators with closed GCBs from the total available generator
power. If the actual reserve power of the generators is less than the value confi-
gured in this parameter, the next generator will be started.
Currently available total generator rated real power

- Currently available total generator actual real power
= Reserve power
Parameter 104 Load dependent start/stop: start delay (isolated operation) 0 to 999 s
Add-on delay
isol.op. 000s Load swings may exceed the "Reserve power isol. op." (Parameter 97) set point
momentarily. In order to prevent the engine from starting due to short-term load
swings, a delay time may be configured. The load must remain above the reserve
power set point without interruption for the delay time, configured in seconds, prior
to a start command being issued. If the load falls below the reserve power set point
before the delay time expires, the delay time is reset and a start command is not is-
sued.
Parameter 105 Load dependent start/stop: stop delay (isolated operation) 0 to 999 s
Shed-off delay
isol.op. 000s Load swings may fall below the "Hysteresis add on/off op." (Parameter 100) set
point momentarily. In order to prevent the engine from stopping due to short-term
load swings, a delay time may be configured. The load must remain below the hys-
teresis set point without interruption for the delay time, configured in seconds, prior
to a stop command being issued. If the load exceeds the hysteresis set point before
the delay time expires, the delay time is reset and a stop command is not issued.

General
Formula G: Start of the engine

[(generator rated power)(number of closed GCBs) – isolated reserve power] / number of closed GCBs =
generator power level that a generator is started
Formula H: Stop of the engine

(number of generators needed for load – 1 generator)(generator rating) – isolated reserve power – genera-
tor hysteresis = generator power level that a generator is stopped
Example
Two generators are in an isolated parallel operation application. One generator will always be in operation. The
second generator is used to share large loads.
Generator rating = the power rating for an individual generator (all generators used in this application must be of
the same power rating). "Rated power generator" (Parameter 21) should be configured as "200 kW".
Generator rating = 200 kW
Number of closed GCBs = all generator that are used to calculate available generation power must have their cir-
cuit breaker closed.
Number of closed GCBs = varies
Isolated reserve power = the real load that a generator or generators are able to absorb while the next generator is
started. The reserve power is usually configured as the largest load swing that a power plant may encounter dur-
ing the time it takes to bring an additional generator online. "Reserve power isol.op." (Parameter 103) should be
configured as "60 kW".
Isolated reserve power = 60 kW
This value is calculated by subtracting the minimum generator load for a shut down command to be issued from
the minimum load that a start command is issued. In this example the calculation would be [60 kW – 30 kW =
30 kW]. "Hysteresis add on / off op." (Parameter 100) should be configured as "30 kW".
Case 11:
An engine start command is issued to the second generator when the monitored system power reaches a specified
level. Formula G is used as follows:
[(generator rating)(number of closed GCBs) – isolated reserve power] / number of closed GCBs = generator
power level that a generator is started
(200 kW)(1) - 60 kW/1 = 140 kW
The generator that is providing power has a total load rating of 20 0kW (20 0kW x 1). The online generator has
an available load of 140 kW (200 kW – 60 kW). When the online generator load exceeds 140 kW, the second
generator will be started and brought online to share the load.
Case 12:
An engine stop command is issued to a generator when the monitored system power falls to a specified level.
Formula H is used as follows:
(Number of generators needed for load – 1 generator)(generator rating) – isolated reserve power – generator hys-
teresis = system power level next generator stopped 400 kW - 60 kW - 200 kW - 30 kW = 110 kW
system power level / number of closed GCBs = individual generator load level
110 kW / 2 = 55 kW
The two generators providing power have a total load rating of 400 kW (200 kW x 2). Before a generator can be
shut down as the load decreases, the generator that will remain online must be able to sustain the remaining load.
This requires that the above formula be used to determine the load level that a shutdown command is issued. Ac-
cording to the calculations above that level is 110 kW. This load is shared equally among the online generators.
To determine the individual generator load levels the shut down power level must be divided by the number of
generators online (110 / 2 = 55 kW). When the individual loads for the generators drop below 55 kW, a stop
command will be issued and a generator will shed its load to the remaining generator, open its GCB, and shut
down.

Stop Of The Engine At Mains Failure [GCP-31]

Parameter 106 Engine stop at mains failure ON/OFF
Mains error -
stop eng. ON ON ................The GCB will open and the engine will shut down if a mains failure
is detected for at least the time configured for "Emergency power
start delay" (Parameter 138) and the discrete input "Isolated opera-
tion" (terminal 54) is de-energized (mains parallel operation
enabled). When the mains return and the mains settling time (Para-
meter 194) has expired, the engine will start and the GCB will syn-
chronize.
OFF ..............The GCB will open and the engine will continue running at rated
speed with no load if a mains failure is detected for at least the time
configured for "Emergency power start delay" (Parameter 138) and
the discrete input "Isolated operation" (terminal 54) is de-energized
(mains parallel operation enabled). When the mains returns and the
mains settling time (Parameter 194) has expired, the GCB is syn-
chronized.

Interface
NOTE
For remote acknowledgement of alarms, a remote stop while in idle mode must be performed. If the
control is in an isolated operation, an acknowledgement combined with a remote start must be per-
formed.
Parameter 107 Control via interface COM X1-X5 ON/OFF

Control via
COM X1X5 ON ON................ The remote control interface via the CAN bus (X1X5 terminals) is
enabled. This parameter requires that "Direct configuration" (Para-
meter 3) be configured "OFF", the AUTOMATIC operation mode
must be enabled, and the discrete input "Automatic 2" (terminal 5)
has been energized.
When remote control of a unit has been enabled, it is possible to start
and stop the engine, acknowledge alarms, and change the real power
and power factor set points via CAN bus communication. The meas-
ured values and states of the controller may be monitored as well.
OFF.............. The remote control interface via the CAN bus (X1X5 terminals) is
disabled. The generator real power is controlled in the accordance
with how "Automatic 2" (Parameter 36) and the "Power factor con-
trol set point" (Parameter 68) are configured when the "Automatic 2"
discrete input is energized.
Parameter 108 Remote monitoring of the interface ON/OFF

Supervision
COMX1X5 ON ON................ Monitoring of the remote control interface is enabled. The controller
monitors to ensure the control signal (CAN ID 503) is received every
if COMX1X5 = ON only
90 seconds. If the control signal is not received every 90 seconds, a
class 1 (warning) alarm is issued.
OFF.............. Monitoring of the interface is disabled.
Parameter 109 Remote acknowledgment of F2/F3 alarms via the interface ON/OFF
Ackn. F2,F3 via
COM interf ON ON................ Acknowledgement of class F2/F3 alarms via the remote control inter-
face is enabled.
if COMX1X5 = ON only
OFF.............. Acknowledgement of class F2/F3 alarms via the remote control inter-
face is disabled. Acknowledgment of alarms is performed by energiz-
ing the "Acknowledgment" discrete input (terminal 6) or by pressing
the "RESET" push button.
NOTE
For the description of the second interface (Option SB03 and Option SC10) refer to the following ma-
nuals:
• Option SB03 = manual 37200
• Option SC10 = manual 37382

Breaker
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NOTE
Parameter 110 Configuration of the breakers YES/NO

Configure
breaker YES The breaker control functions are configured in this block of parameters. This pa-
rameter has the following effects:
NO………… The parameters in this block are not displayed, cannot be modified,
and are skipped.
Functional Description
Permissible Limits
If the generator or mains monitoring for over-/undervoltage (Parameter 174) or over-/underfrequency (Para-
meter 168) is disabled, the CB logic (Parameter 111), the control uses internally defined default limits for genera-
tor and mains monitoring.
The internally defined default limits always are used to monitor the busbar.
Voltage Frequency
Generator VGen: 75 to 115 % VRated fGen: 80 to 110 % fRated
Busbar VBusbar: 85 to 112.5 % VRated fBusbar: 90 to 110 % fRated
Mains VMains: 85 to 112.5 % VRated fMains: 90 to 110 % fRated
Table 3-4: Limit values, permissible limits
The permissible limits refer to the respective rated values in the system, such as the system rated voltage (Para-
meter 17) and the system rated frequency (Parameter 9).

Synchronization
Synchronization of the GCB

GCB synchronization will be performed with frequency and voltage correction when the following conditions
have been met:
NOTE
The GCP-30series controller does not have maximum phase angle limit for synchronization. The GCP-
30 uses the parameters "Closing time GCB" (Parameter 120) and/or "Closing time MCB" (Para-
meter 121) to calculates the optimum time for a breaker closure signal to be issued with the measured
frequency differential. The typical maximum tolerances are 1.5° to 3.5° with a frequency differential
ranging of 0.2 Hertz to 0.49 hertz. If the parameters "Closing time GCB" and/or "Closing time MCB" are
not configured accurately, these tolerances will increase due to inaccurate information being provided
for the close command calculation resulting in a larger phase angle at closing.
Automatic mode
• The circuit breaker logic (Parameter 111) is configured as "PARALLEL" (mains parallel operation), "IN-
TERCHANGE" (mains interchange (import/export) real power control), or "CLOSED TRANSIT." (make-
before-break/overlap synchronization)
• An F2 or F3 class alarm has not been detected
• The "Automatic 1" (terminal 3) or "Automatic 2" (terminal 5) discrete input has been energized, a remote
starting signal has be activated via the interface, or an emergency power operation has been initiated resulting
in additional engines being started
• The busbar is energized (the control measures voltage on the bus)
• The engine is running and the generator voltage and frequency are within the permissible limits
• The delayed engine monitoring (Parameter 271) has expired (this does not apply in the case of emergency
power)
• The rotating field of the generator and the mains voltages are identical and no alarms are displayed
Manual mode
• The control has been placed in the MANUAL operation mode
• The "GCB ON" push-button has been pressed
Load test mode


Synchronization of the MCB [GCP-32]

MCB synchronization will be performed with frequency and voltage correction when the following conditions
have been met:
Automatic mode
• The mains voltage is present and within the permissible limits
• The discrete input "Reply: GCB is open" is not energized (the GCB is closed)
• The discrete input "Enable MCB" is energized
Manual operation
• The discrete input "Reply: GCB is open" is not energized (the GCB is closed)
• The "MCB ON" push-button has been pressed
• Load test: The GCB is opened in accordance with the configured breaker logic (INTERCHANGE, or
CLOSED TRANSIT.) after the load test has been terminated

Dead Bus Start
Dead bus start of the GCB

The GCB will close without synchronization when the following conditions have been met:
Automatic mode
• "GCB dead bus start" (Parameter 125) has been configured as "ON"
• The busbar is de-energized (the control does not measure voltage on the bus)
• The discrete input "Reply: MCB is open" is energized (the MCB is open)
• If load sharing is performed via the CAN bus
- All GCBs must be open if the system has multiple generators in an isolated parallel application
- The generator with the lowest CAN bus address/generator number (Parameter 4) will be the first to close its
GCB
Manual mode
• The discrete input "Reply: MCB is open" is energized (the MCB is open)
• If load sharing is performed via the CAN bus
- All GCBs must be open if the system has multiple generators in an isolated parallel application
- The generator with the lowest CAN bus address/generator number (Parameter 4) will be the first to close its
GCB
Disabled generator monitoring:

If the generator monitoring for over-/undervoltage (Parameter 174) or over-/underfrequency (Parameter 168) is
disabled, the control uses internally defined default limits for generator monitoring.
Generator monitors Voltage Frequency

ON Monitor values Monitor values
OFF VGen > 75 % VRated fGen > 80 % fRated
VGen < 115 % VRated fGen < 110 % fRated
Table 3-5: Limit values generator, dead bus start

Dead bus start of the MCB [GCP-32]

The MCB will close without synchronization when the following conditions are met:
Automatic mode
• "MCB dead bus start" (Parameter 129) has been configured as "ON"
• The discrete input "Reply: GCB is open" is energized (the GCB is open)
Manual mode
• The discrete input "Reply: GCB is open" is energized (the GCB is open)
• The "MCB ON" push button has been pressed
Operation mode STOP

• If "Enable MCB" (terminal 53) is energized and "Switch MCB in stop mode" (Parameter 135) is configured
as "YES", the MCB will close when all generators are in STOP mode
Disabled mains monitoring:

If the mains monitoring for over-/undervoltage (Parameter 184) or over-/underfrequency (Parameter 179) is dis-
abled, the control uses internally defined default limits for generator monitoring.
Mains monitors Voltage Frequency

ON Monitor values Monitor values
OFF VMains > 85 % VRated fMains > 90 % fRated
VMains < 112.5 % VRated fMains < 110 % fRated
Table 3-6: Limit values mains, dead bus start

Open Breaker
Open GCB
The GCB will be opened though one of two methods that is dependent upon how the breaker closure signal is
configured. If the breaker closure signal is configured as a "continuous pulse" (Parameter 115), the "Command:
GCB close" relay output will be de-energized. If the breaker closure signal is configured as a "momentary pulse"
(Parameter 115), the GCB will open when the "Command: GCB open" relay is energized. The GCB will be
opened under the following circumstances:
• If a mains failure is detected and the mains decoupling is configured to occur at the GCB (Parameter 132 or
Parameter 133 depending on control unit)
• In the STOP operation mode
• If a F2 or F3 class alarm is detected
• Upon pressing the "GCB OFF" or [GCP-32] "MCB ON" push-button (dependent upon the configured break-
er logic) in the MANUAL operation mode
• Upon pressing the "STOP" push-button in the MANUAL operation mode
• Upon pressing the "GCB OFF" or [GCP-32] "MCB ON" push-button (dependent upon the configured break-
er logic) in the LOAD TEST operation mode
• In the event of an automatic shutdown in the AUTOMATIC operation mode
• [GCP-32] After the MCB has closed when the breaker logic is configured as "CLOSED TRANSIT." (make-
• [GCP-32] Prior to closing the MCB to the dead busbar when the breaker logic is configured as "OPEN
TRANSIT." (break-before-make/changeover)
• In a critical mode/sprinkler operation, provided that an emergency power operation is not enabled
• [GCP-32] Following the load transfer from the generator(s) to the mains so that a zero power transfer occurs
at the GCB when the breaker logic is configured for "INTERCHANGE" (mains interchange (import/export)
real power control)
Open MCB [GCP-32]

The MCB will be opened when the "Command: GCB open" relay is energized (configuration of "continuous
pulse" is not possible for the MCB). The MCB will be opened under the following circumstances:
• If a mains fault is detected and the mains decoupling is configured to EXT (Parameter 133)
• If emergency power (AMF) is enabled (mains failure)
• After the GCB has closed when the breaker logic is configured as "CLOSED TRANSIT." (make-before-
break/overlap synchronization)
• Before the GCB is closed to the dead busbar when the breaker logic is configured as "OPEN TRANSIT."
(break-before-make/changeover)
• Upon pressing the "MCB OFF" or "GCB ON" push-button (dependent upon the configured breaker logic) in
the MANUAL operation mode
• Upon pressing the "MCB OFF" or "GCB ON" push-button (dependent upon the configured breaker logic) in
the LOAD TEST operation mode
• Following the load transfer from the mains to the generator(s) so that a zero power transfer occurs at the
MCB when the breaker logic is configured for "INTERCHANGE" (mains interchange (import/export) real
power control)

Breaker Logic
NOTE
Using the discrete input "Change breaker logic via terminal 64" (Parameter 207), the breaker logic may
be switched between two different breaker logics (description on page 113). The primary breaker logic
is configured in Parameter 111. If Parameter 206 is configured as "ON", the discrete input terminal 64 is
used as a control input. When terminal 64 is energized, the secondary breaker logic configured in Para-
meter 207 is enabled. When terminal 64 is de-energized, the primary breaker logic configured in Para-
meter 111 is enabled. Therefore it is possible during operation to change between the breaker logic
"PARALLEL" (automatic synchronizing) and "EXTERNAL" (manual synchronizing) with the flip of a
switch.
Parameter 111 Breaker logic see below

Breaker logic:
---------------- The GCP may be configured to utilized two different breaker logics. Depending on
the unit, there are up to five breaker logic modes to select from. The available
only accessible via LeoPC1
breaker logic modes are:
GCP-31 GCP-32
EXTERNAL EXTERNAL
PARALLEL PARALLEL
--- OPEN TRANSIT.
--- CLOSED TRANSIT.
--- INTERCHANGE
A detailed explanation for each mode may be found in the following text.

"PARALLEL" Breaker Logic
Configuring Parameter 111 to "PARALLEL" enables parallel operation.
NOTE
Parallel breaker logic must be selected for the following operation modes:
• Isolated operation
• Isolated operation with multiple generators in parallel
• Mains parallel operation
In the event of an add-on request, the following occurs:

• The GCB is synchronized and closed
• The necessary generator assumes load and real power and/or reactive power is controlled
Following the add-off request, the following occurs:

• The generator sheds load and the generator power factor is controlled to "1.00" (unity)
• The GCB is opened
• The engine is shut down following the configured cool down period
[GCP-32] The MCB is synchronized with the energized common bus and closed if:
• Terminal 53 "Enable MCB" is energized
• The GCB is closed
[GCP-32] The MCB is closed onto the de energized common bus and closed if:
• The GCB is open
• The MCB is open
• The busbar is dead (de-energized)
• Terminal 53 "Enable MCB" is energized
NOTE
Soft unloading (power reduction) is carried out prior to opening the GCB when a stop command is is-
sued to the engine unless an F3 class alarm has been detected.

"INTERCHANGE" Breaker Logic [GCP-32]
Configuring Parameter 111 to "INTERCHANGE" enables real power control (import/export) through a mains in-
terchange operation.
NOTE
For this breaker logic to function correctly, the mains power measurement must be connected proper-
ly. The power controller must also be assigned the properly process identifier (C, I, or E).
In the event of an add-on request, a change is made from mains to generator supply, the following occurs:
• The generator assumes load until the mains interchange (import/export) real power is "zero"
• The MCB is opened
When an add-off request has been issued, the load is transferred from the generator to the mains supply. The fol-
lowing occurs:
• The MCB is synchronized and closed
• The generator sheds load until a "zero" power transfer is measured across the GCB
"CLOSED TRANSIT." Breaker Logic [GCP-32]
Configuring Parameter 111 to "CLOSED TRANSIT." enables the MCB and GCB to perform a closed transition
(make-before-break/overlap synchronization) when transferring from the mains to the generator and back.
NOTE
The GCP does not perform a "zero" power transfer when opening or closing the MCB or GCB. The cir-
cuit breakers will be opened regardless of the monitored power.
In the event of an add-on request, the load is transferred from mains to the generator. The following occurs:
• The MCB is opened and the generator assumes all loads
After the engine shed-off request has been issued, the load is transferred from the generator to mains. The fol-
lowing occurs:
• The MCB is synchronized and closed
• The GCB is opened and the mains assume all load
NOTE
When the GCP is configured for a closed transition, the maximum time of the transition between the
MCB and the GCB is 500ms. This time is measured from the moment that the breaker closure reply is
received until the moment that the CB open command is issued.

"OPEN TRANSIT." Breaker Logic [GCP-32]
Configuring Parameter 111 to " OPEN TRANSIT." enables the MCB and GCB to perform an open transition
(break-before-make/change over logic) when transferring from the mains to the generator and back.
In the event of an add-on request, the load is transferred from mains to generator supply. The following occurs:
• The MCB is opened
• The GCB is closed
After the add-off request has been issued, the load is transferred from generator to mains supply. The following
occurs:
• The MCB is closed
"EXTERNAL" Breaker Logic
Configuring Parameter 111 to "EXTERNAL" enables the MCB and GCB breaker logic to be controlled from an
external source.
All breaker control must be carried out via a master controller such as a PLC. The GCP will only issue opening
and closing pulses to the MCB and GCB when in the MANUAL operating mode. The GCP will always issue a
breaker open command under fault conditions.

Overview GCP-32
STOP TEST MANUAL AUTOMATIC
Breaker logic: EXTERNAL (External breaker control)

The MCB and the GCB are primarily operated by an external control such as a PLC. The breakers may be operated through
the GCP only if the MANUAL operation mode has been enabled when this breaker logic is used. In a mains parallel opera-
tion, decoupling from the mains is carried out via the MCB or the GCB in the event of a mains failure. The GCP will not au-
tomatically close the breakers in an emergency power operation. Emergency power operations are not possible when this cir-
cuit breaker logic is utilized in accordance with European Community Specification DIN VDE 0108.
The GCB is The GCB and the MCB are not The MCB and the GCB may be The GCB is opened if the genset
opened. operated. manually opened and closed is stopped or if decoupling from
without synchronization. The cir- the mains but will not close if the
Exception: The breakers are cuit breakers are opened to de- engine is started unless given a
opened to decouple from the couple from the mains. close command from an external
mains. controller. The MCB is opened
only if decoupling from the
mains and is never closed unless
given a close command from an
external controller.
Breaker logic: PARALLEL: (Mains parallel operation)

The MCB and GCB are synchronized to permit continuous mains parallel operation in this breaker logic mode.
The GCB is The GCB and the MCB are not Synchronization of either the ge- The GCB is synchronized via an
opened; the MCB operated. nerator or the mains can be in- add-on request and a mains paral-
is not operated. itiated by pressing the "GCB lel operation is performed. When
Exception: Pressing the "GCB ON" or "MCB ON" push-button. an add-off request is issued, the
ON" push-button enables load generator sheds load and opens
tests. Pressing the "GCB OFF" the GCB and the engine is shut
push-button terminates the load down following completion of
test. the configured cool down period.
Emergency power: If a mains Emergency power: The emergen-

failure occurs while in the TEST cy power operation is terminated
mode, the control initiates an after mains voltage is detected
emergency power operation. The without interruption for the entire
respective breaker enable discrete mains settling time. The MCB is
inputs must be energized. synchronized and closed, return-
ing the system to a mains parallel
operation.
Breaker logic: OPEN TRANSIT.: (Open transition / change-over / brake-before-make)

The MCB and GCB are never synchronized in this breaker logic mode.
The GCB is The GCB and the MCB are not Pressing the "GCB ON" push- A generator is started and
opened; the MCB operated. button will open the MCB and brought online through an add-on
is not operated. close the GCB. Pressing the command. When an add-off
Exception: Pressing the "GCB "MCB ON" push-button will command is initiated, the load is
ON" push-button enables load open the GCB and close the returned to the mains. If the bust
tests. Pressing the "GCB OFF" or MCB. Pressing the "STOP" push- bar is de-energized and an add-on
the "MCB ON" push-button ter- button will open the GCB and command has not been issued,
minates the load test. shut the engine down. the MCB will be closed.
Emergency power: If a mains Emergency power: The emergen-

failure occurs while in the TEST cy power operation is terminated
mode, the control initiates an after mains voltage is detected
emergency power operation. The without interruption for the entire
respective breaker enable discrete mains settling time. The GCB is
inputs must be energized. opened and the MCB closed, re-
turning the load back to then
mains.

Breaker logic: CLOSED TRANSIT.: (Closed transition / make-before-brake / overlap synchronization)

The MCB and the GCB are synchronized; preventing the busbar from being de-energized while the load is transferred. Im-
mediately after the synchronization of one breaker, the other is opened. Continuous mains parallel operation is not possible.
opened; the MCB operated. nerator or the mains can be in- add-on request. After the GCB
is not operated. itiated by pressing the "GCB closes the MCB is opened, trans-
Exception: Pressing the "GCB ON" or "MCB ON" push-button. ferring the load to the generator.
ON" push-button enables load Following the add-off request be-
tests. Pressing the "GCB OFF" or ing issued, the MCB is synchro-
"MCB ON" push-button termi- nized and closed. The GCB is
nates the load test. opened immediately after the
MCB closure, returning the load
Emergency power: If a mains to the mains.
failure occurs while in the TEST
mode, the control initiates an Emergency power: The emergen-
emergency power operation. The cy power operation is terminated
respective breaker enable discrete after mains voltage is detected
inputs must be energized. without interruption for the entire
mains settling time. The MCB is
synchronized to the generator and
the MCB is closed. The GCB is
opened immediately after the
MCB closure, returning the load
to the mains.
Breaker logic: INTERCHANGE: (Soft loading / interchange synchronization)

The MCB and the GCB are synchronized; preventing the busbar from being de-energized while the load is transferred. The
operation of a breaker under load is avoided by utilizing the ability to softly transfer the load from one source to the other.
Continuous mains parallel operation is not possible with this breaker logic. Following the add-off request, the MCB synchro-
nizes and closes, the generator soft unloads to the mains and the GCB opens. After the GCB is open the engine is stopped fol-
lowing the expiration of the configured cool down period.
opened; the MCB operated. nerator or the mains can be in- add-on request. The MCB is
is not operated. itiated by pressing the "GCB opened after the load has been
Exception: Pressing the "GCB ON" or "MCB ON" push-button. softly transferred from the mains
ON" push-button enables load to the generator and a "zero"
tests. Pressing the "GCB OFF" or power condition has been
"MCB ON" push-button termi- achieved at the MCB. Following
nates the load test. the add-off request being issued,
the MCB is synchronized to the
Emergency power: If a mains generator and the MCB is closed.
failure occurs while in the TEST The GCB is opened after the load
mode, the control initiates an has been softly transferred to the
emergency power operation. The mains and a "zero" power condi-
respective breaker enable discrete tion has been achieved at the
inputs must be energized. GCB.
Emergency power: The emergen-

cy power operation is terminated
after mains voltage is detected
without interruption for the entire
mains settling time. The MCB is
synchronized to the generator and
the MCB is closed. The GCB is
opened after the load has been
softly transferred to the mains
and a "zero" power condition has
been achieved at the GCB.

Overview GCP-31
Breaker logic: EXTERNAL: (External)

GCB is primarily operated by an external control such as a PLC. The GCB may be operated through the GCP only if the
MANUAL operation mode has been enabled when this breaker logic is used. In a mains parallel operation, decoupling from
the mains is carried out via the GCB in the event of a mains failure. The GCB will not automatically close in an emergency
power operation.
The GCB is The GCB is not operated. The GCB can be manually The GCB is opened if the genset
opened. opened and closed without syn- is stopped or if decoupling from
Exception: The GCB is opened to chronization. The GCB is opened the mains but will not close if the
decouple from the mains. to decouple from the mains. engine is started unless given a
close command from an external
controller. The GCB is opened
only if decoupling from the
mains and is never closed unless
given a close command from an
external controller.
Breaker logic: PARALLEL: (Mains parallel)

The GCB is synchronized to permit continuous mains parallel operation or paralleling multiple generators in an isolated ap-
plication. This mode may also be used to operate a single isolated generator.
The GCB is The GCB is not operated. Synchronization of either the ge- The GCB is synchronized via an
opened. nerator can be initiated by press- add-on request and a mains paral-
Exception: Pressing the "GCB ing the "GCB ON" or push- lel operation is performed. When
ON" push-button enables load button. This will enable a mains an add-off request is issued, the
tests. Pressing the "GCB OFF" parallel operation. generator sheds load and opens
push-button terminates the load the GCB and the engine is shut
test. down following completion of
the configured cool down period.
Emergency power: If a mains
failure occurs while in the TEST
mode, the control can be confi-
gured to open the GCB to de-
couple from the mains.

Start/Stop Ramp, Open GCB With F2 Alarm

Parameter 112 Start/stop ramp 0 to 999 s
Add-on/off ramp
max.time 000s The add-on/add-off timer can be used to influence two functions:
Stopping: The maximum amount of time generator should take to shed all load is
configured here. If the generator load fails to drop below 3 % of the generator rated
power (Parameter 21) within the amount of time configured, the GCB is opened re-
gardless of the load.
Start with soft loading: If the mains interchange (import/export) real power value
fails to reach 0 kW while in the "INTERCHANGE" breaker logic within the time
configured here, an F1 class alarm and alarm message are issued. Concurrently the
relay, which is programmed with relay manager function 78 (Appendix B), is
enabled and the MCB is prevented from opening.
Parameter 113 Max. permissible time with F2 alarms for starting an additional engine 0 to 999 s
Open GCB with F2
max.time 000s Prerequisite: Load sharing (Parameter 90) and automatic start/stop (Parameter 95 or
Parameter 96) are configured to "ON". The generator is operating in an isolated pa-
rallel application and at least one additional generator is connected to a busbar.
If an F2 class alarm occurs, the engine shutdown may be delayed by the time confi-
gured here. This delay time should be configured so that an additional engine may be
started and brought online to assume the load from the generator with the F2 alarm.
After the configured delay time expires the engine with the F2 alarm condition will
shutdown regardless if an additional engine was able to start and assume the load.

GCB/MCB Pulse/Continuous Pulse
The closing and opening processes of the GCB and the MCB are described in Figure 3-5 and Figure 3-7. Chang-
ing of the generator breaker control logic to either a momentary pulse or a continuous signal is configured using
Parameter 114 (the MCB can only be configured for a momentary pulse). If "Automatic breaker deblocking"
(Parameter 122) is configured to "ON", an open pulse is issued prior issuing a close pulse. Energizing the dis-
crete input "Enable MCB" (terminal 54) enables/disables closing the MCB. De-energizing terminal 54 will not
result in a closed MCB being opened.
• Breaker logic: 'Impulse' for MCB

1 2 8
'Enable
MCB'
Time/s
4 7
'Command:
close MCB' (16/17)
Time/s
9 13
'Command: open ..
.. MCB' (39/40)
0.8 s
12
Time/s
5 6 11
'Reply: ..
.. MCB is open' (54/7)
10
Time/s
Figure 3-5: Breaker control logic 'Impulse' for MCB
'Impulse' logic (MCB):

• Enable MCB: 1 Terminal 53 (Enable MCB) energized; 2 Systems synchronizing; 8 Terminal 53 (Enable
MCB) de-energized
• Close MCB: 4 Closing pulse for MCB issued; 5 Inherent breaker closure delay; 6 Reply MCB closed re-
ceived; 7 Closing pulse terminated
• Open MCB: 9 Opening pulse MCB issued; 10 Inherent breaker opening delay; 11 Reply MCB open re-
ceived; 12 Time delay (MCB: 0.8 s); 13 Opening pulse terminated

• Breaker logic: 'Impulse' for GCB

1 2 8
'Enable
GCB'
Time/s
4 7
'Command:
close GCB' (14/15)
Time/s
9 13
'Command: open ..
.. GCB' (41/42)
2s
12
Time/s
5 6 11
'Reply: ..
.. GCB is open' (4/7)
10
Time/s
Figure 3-6: Breaker control logic 'Impulse' for GCB
'Impulse' logic (GCB):

• Enable GCB: 1 GCB enabled internally; 2 Systems synchronizing
• Close GCB: 4 Closing pulse for GCB issued; 5 Inherent breaker closure delay; 6 Reply GCB closed re-
ceived; 7 Closing pulse terminated
• Open GCB: 9 Opening pulse GCB issued; 10 Inherent breaker opening delay; 11 Reply GCB open re-
ceived; 12 Time delay (GCB: 2 s); 13 Opening pulse terminated
• Beaker logic: 'Continuous'

1 2 8
'Enable
GCB'
Time/s
4 7
'Command:
close GCB' (14/15)
Time/s
9 13
'Command: open ..
.. GCB' (41/42)
2s
12
Time/s
5 6 11
'Reply: ..
.. GCB is open' (4/7)
10
Time/s
Figure 3-7: Breaker control logic 'Continuous'
'Continuous' logic (GCB only):

• GCB enabled: 1 GCB enabled internally; 2 Systems synchronizing
• Close GCB: 4 Continuous GCB close pulse issued; 5 Inherent breaker closure delay; 6 Reply GCB closed
received; 7 Closing pulse terminated
• Open GCB: 9 Continuous GCB pulse disabled and GCB open pulse issued; 10 Inherent breaker opening de-
lay; 11 Reply GCB open received; 12 Time delay (GCB: 2 s); 13 Opening pulse terminated

Parameter 114 Signal logic for the GCB Impulse/Constant

GCB close.relay
---------------- Constant ......The "Command: close GCB" relay can be utilized as part of the hold-
ing circuit of the breaker. The "Command: close GCB" relay remains
energized after the connect impulse has been issued and the circuit
breaker closed reply has been received provided the following condi-
tions are met:
• The "Reply: GCB is open" discrete input (terminal 4) is de-
energized when the GCB is closed
• The phase angle between generator voltage and busbar voltage
does not exceed +/-14°.
• The "Command: close GCB" relay de-energizes if the GCB must
be opened
Impulse ........The "Command: close GCB" relay issues a momentary pulse. An ex-
ternal holding circuit keeps the GCB closed. The "Reply: GCB is
open" discrete input (terminal 4) is de-energized when the GCB is
closed to signal that the GCB is closed.
The "Command: open GCB" relay (terminals 41/42) is energized to open the GCB
regardless of how the breaker closing logic is configured.
Open/Close GCB
Parameter 115 Opening the GCB (terminal 41/42) NO-contact/NC-contact
GCB open relay
---------------- NC-contact...The "Command: open GCB" relay (terminals 41/42) energizes when
the GCB is to be opened. Following the "Reply: GCB is open" the re-
lay de-energizes.
NO-contact .The "Command: open GCB" relay (terminals 41/42) de-energizes
when the GCB is to be opened. Following the "Reply: GCB is open"
the relay energizes again.

Synchronization
Parameter 116 Max. permissible synchronization frequency differential (positive slip) 0.02 to 0.49 Hz
Synchronize
df max 0.00Hz The prerequisite for a breaker closure command being issued is that the monitored
frequency differential of the two systems being synchronized is less than the confi-
gured frequency differential. The value configured in this parameter specifies the
upper limit of the frequency differential.
A positive value corresponds to positive slip the generator frequency is greater
than the busbar frequency in the case of GCB synchronization; busbar frequency is
higher than the mains frequency in the case of MCB synchronization.
Parameter 117 Max. permissible synchronization frequency differential (negative slip) 0.00 to -0.49 Hz
Synchronize
df min -0.00Hz The prerequisite for a breaker closure command being issued is that the monitored
frequency differential of the two systems being synchronized is greater than the
configured frequency differential. The value configured in this parameter specifies
the lower limit of the frequency differential.
A negative value corresponds to negative slip the generator frequency is less
than the busbar frequency in the case of GCB synchronization; busbar frequency is
less than the mains frequency for MCB synchronization.
Parameter 118 Max. permissible synchronization voltage differential 01.0 to 20.0 %

Synchronize
dV max 00.0% L This value refers to the parameter "Rated volt. in system" (Parameter 17).
A breaker closure command will only be issued when the measured voltage diffe-
rential of the systems being synchronized falls below the configured voltage diffe-
rential.
Parameter 119 Min. pulse duration of connect relay for synchronization 0.02 to 0.26 s
Synchronize
time pulse>0.00s The duration of the close pulse can be adjusted to the breaker (valid for synchroni-
zation and dead bus start).
Parameter 120 Inherent closing delay of GCB for synchronization 40 to 300 ms

Closing time
GCB 000ms The inherent closing time of the GCB corresponds to the lead-time of the close
command being issued. The GCP uses the frequency differential to calculate when
the breaker closure command should be issued. The value configured in this para-
meter dictates how many milliseconds at the measure frequency differential that the
breaker closure command is issued prior to the two systems reaching the synchron-
ous point.
Parameter 121 Inherent closing delay of MCB for synchronization 40 to 300 ms

Closing time
MCB 000ms The inherent closing time of the MCB corresponds to the lead-time of the close
command being issued. The GCP uses the frequency differential to calculate when
[GCP-32]
the breaker closure command should be issued. The value configured in this para-
meter dictates how many milliseconds at the measure frequency differential that the
breaker closure command is issued prior to the two systems reaching the synchron-
ous point.

Parameter 122 Automatic circuit breaker deblocking ON/OFF

Automat.breaker
deblocking ON ON ................Depending if the MCB or the GCB is being closed, a breaker open
command is issued for 1 second prior to the breaker closure com-
mand being issued. The breaker close command is then enabled until
the breaker is closed.
OFF ..............A breaker open command is not issued prior to issuing the breaker
closure command. The GCP will only issue a breaker closure com-
mand.
Synchronization Time Monitoring
If Parameter 123) is configured to "ON", synchronization time monitoring is enabled: The synchronization time
monitoring will be activated after the delayed engine monitoring has terminated. The synchronization time moni-
toring will start when synchronization of the GCB or MCB [GCP-32] is initiated. If the time configured for the
synchronization time monitoring expires prior to the breaker closing, an F1 alarm is issued.
NOTE
If "MCB monitoring" (Parameter 131) is enabled and an alarm is detected while closing the MCB, an
emergency power operation will be performed if "Emergency power" (Parameter 137) has been confi-
gured as ON.
Parameter 123 Monitoring of synchronization time ON/OFF

Sync.time contr.
ON ON ................Synchronization time monitoring is enabled. The subsequent screens
of this function are displayed.
OFF ..............Synchronization time monitoring is disabled. Synchronization will be
attempted until the breaker closes. The subsequent screens of this
Parameter 124 Maximum synchronization time 10 to 999 s

Sync.time contr.
delay 000s When synchronization of the GCB or MCB is initiated, the synchronization timer is
started following the termination of the delayed engine monitoring. If the breaker
cannot be closed prior to the expiration of this time, an alarm message is issued and
the control continues to attempt to close the breaker. The relay assigned relay man-
ager function 16 (GCB) and/or 70 (MCB) is energized.
Issuing of F1 class alarm

Dead Bus Start
If the busbar is de-energized, a dead bus start of the GCB or the MCB is performed. If closing commands for the
MCB and the GCB are issued simultaneously, priority is given to the MCB provided the discrete input "Enable
MCB" (terminal 54) has been energized.
Parameter 125 GCB dead bus start ON/OFF

GCB dead bus op.
ON ON................ A dead bus start is performed in the event of a de-energized busbar
and an open MCB. The subsequent screens of this function are dis-
played.
OFF.............. A dead bus start will not be performed. The subsequent screens of
Parameter 126 Maximum frequency differential for GCB dead bus start 0.05 to 5.00 Hz
GCB dead bus op.
df max 0.00Hz Prior to issuing a breaker close command, the frequency differential between the
monitored generator frequency and the rated generator frequency must be less than
the value configured here. The higher the frequency differential is configured, the
more rapidly a generator may be permitted to close to a dead bus.
Parameter 127 Maximum voltage differential for GCB dead bus start 01.0 to 15.0 %
GCB dead bus op.
dV max. 00.0% L This value refers to the parameter "rated voltage in system" (Parameter 19).
Prior to issuing a breaker close command, the voltage differential between the mo-
nitored generator voltage and the rated generator voltage must be less than the val-
ue configured here. The higher the voltage differential is configured, the more ra-
pidly a generator may be permitted to close to a dead bus.
Parameter 128 Maximum time for closing the GCB 0 to 999 s

GCB dead bus op
max.time 000s This timer is initiated at the start of the breaker closing sequence when the GCB is
to be closed to a dead busbar. If the breaker fails to close prior to the configured
time expiring, an F1 class alarm is issued.
Parameter 129 Dead bus closing of the MCB ON/OFF

MCB dead bus op.
ON ON................ A dead bus closing of the MCB is performed in the event of a de-
energized busbar and an open GCB. The subsequent screens of this
[GCP-32]
OFF.............. A dead bus closing of the MCB will not be performed. The subse-
quent screens of this function are not displayed.

Breaker Monitoring
Upon CLOSING - The GCP monitors the GCB and/or the MCB to ensure that the respective breaker has closed
if "GCB monitoring" (Parameter 130) and/or "MCB monitoring" (Parameter 131) have been configured "ON"
unless the breaker logic is configured "EXTERNAL" (Parameter 111). If the breaker has not closed after five at-
tempts, a class F1 alarm is issued. If a relay has been assigned relay manager functions 74 or 75, it will be ener-
gized. A breaker is considered as closed, if the reply is present for 5s. This resets the internal counter.
Upon OPENING - The GCP-30 monitors the GCB and/or the MCB to ensure that the respective breaker has
opened if "GCB monitoring" (Parameter 130) and/or "MCB monitoring" (Parameter 131) have been configured
"ON". If the GCP-30 does not receive a reply that the respective breaker has opened within 2 seconds of the
open command being issued, an F1 class alarm is issued. If a relay has been assigned relay manager functions 76
or 77, it will be energized.
Parameter 130 GCB monitoring ON/OFF

Supervision GCB
ON ON ................Monitoring of the GCB is performed except when the breaker logic
is configured as "EXTERNAL". If the breaker cannot be closed after
five attempts, an alarm message is issued and the relay assigned relay
manager function 75 is energized. The GCP will continue to attempt
to close the GCB after the alarm has been issued unless load sharing
(Parameter 90) has been enabled. If load sharing has been enabled
(Parameter 90) and several GCPs are connected to the CAN bus, the
breaker close command is cancelled upon issuing of the alarm so that
another GCP may start up and close its breaker. If a "Reply: GCB is
open" message is not detected 2 seconds after a "Command: open
GCB" pulse is issued, an alarm message is issued and the relay as-
signed relay manager function 77 is energized.
OFF ..............No GCB monitoring is performed.
Parameter 131 MCB monitoring ON/OFF

Supervision MCB
ON ON ................Monitoring of the MCB is performed except when the breaker logic
is configured as "EXTERNAL". If the breaker cannot be closed after
[GCP-32]
five attempts, an alarm message is issued and the relay assigned relay
manager function 74 is energized. The GCP will continue to attempt
to close the MCB after the alarm has been issued unless load sharing
(Parameter 90) has been enabled. If load sharing has been enabled
(Parameter 90) and several GCPs are connected to the CAN bus, the
closing command to the breaker is cancelled if an alarm is issued so
that another GCP may close its breaker. If a "Reply: MCB is open"
message is not detected 2 seconds after a "Command: open MCB"
pulse is issued, an alarm message is issued and the relay assigned re-
lay manager function 76 is energized.
OFF ..............No MCB monitoring is performed.

Mains Decoupling
NOTE
If the mains monitoring (frequency and voltage) is disabled, decoupling from the mains is not per-
formed.
Parameter 132 Decoupling from the mains via ... GCB; GCB EXT; EXTERNAL; EXT GCB
Mains decoupling
via ------ GCB ............. If a mains failure (Parameter 179 through Parameter 193) occurs the
GCB will be opened. A mains failure is detected by means of the
[GCP-31]
mains voltage (terminals 50/51/52).
GCB EXT . If a mains failure (Parameter 179 through Parameter 193) occurs the
mains voltage (terminals 50/51/52). If the GCP does not receive the
reply that the GCB has opened (terminal 4 energizes) prior to the
time configured in Parameter 134 expiring, an F1 alarm will be is-
sued and the relay assigned relay manager function 76 will be ener-
gized. The "Command: open GCB" relay (terminal 41/42) will de-
energize and the "Command: Open external CB" relay (termin-
als 39/40) will energize.
EXTERNAL If a mains failure (Parameter 179 through Parameter 193) occurs the
"Command: Open external CB" relay (terminals 39/40) will be ener-
gized. A mains failure is detected by means of the mains voltage
(terminals 50/51/52).
EXT GCB . If a mains failure (Parameter 179 through Parameter 193) occurs the
"Command: Open external CB" relay (terminals 39/40) will be ener-
gized. A mains failure is detected by means of the mains voltage
(terminals 50/51/52). If the GCP does not receive the reply that the
external CB has opened (terminal 54 energizes) prior to the time con-
figured in Parameter 134 expiring, an F1 alarm will be issued and the
relay assigned relay manager function 77 will be energized. The
"Command: Open external CB" relay (terminals 39/40) will de-
energize and the "Command: open GCB" relay (terminals 41/42) will
energize.

NOTE
If the mains monitoring (frequency and voltage) is disabled, decoupling from the mains is not per-
formed.
Parameter 133 Decoupling from the mains via ... GCB; GCB MCB; MCB; MCB GCB
Mains decoupling
via ------ GCB .............If a mains failure (Parameter 179 through Parameter 193) occurs the
[GCP-32]
GCB MCB If a mains failure (Parameter 179 through Parameter 193) occurs the
"Command: Open GCB " relay (terminals 41/42) will be energized.
A mains failure is detected by means of the mains voltage (terminals
50/51/52). If the GCP does not receive the reply that the GCB has
opened (terminal 4 energizes) prior to the time configured in Para-
meter 134 expiring, an F1 alarm will be issued and the relay assigned
relay manager function 76 will be energized. The "Command: Open
GCB " relay (terminals 41/42) will de-energize and the "Command:
open MCB" relay (terminals 39/40) will energize.
MCB .............If a mains failure (Parameter 179 through Parameter 193) occurs the
MCB will be opened. A mains failure is detected by means of the
MCB GCB If a mains failure (Parameter 179 through Parameter 193) occurs the
"Command: Open MCB " relay (terminals 39/40) will be energized.
A mains failure is detected by means of the mains voltage (terminals
50/51/52). If the GCP does not receive the reply that the MCB has
opened (terminal 54 energizes) prior to the time configured in Para-
meter 134 expiring, an F1 alarm will be issued and the relay assigned
relay manager function 77 will be energized. The "Command: Open
MCB " relay (terminals 39/40) will de-energize and the "Command:
open GCB" relay (terminals 41/42) will energize.
Parameter 134 Mains decoupling after 0.10 to 5.00 s

Mains decoupling
-> after 0.00s The maximum amount of time that the mains decoupling should be completed in.
WARNING
It is possible for the MCB to close after the mains settling time (Parameter 194) expires, causing the
busbar to energize, while maintenance is being performed on the busbar if Parameter 135 is configured
as "YES". Closing of the MCB can be disabled by configuring Parameter 1355 as "NO" or by blocking
the MCB through other methods.
Parameter 135 Close MCB in STOP operation mode YES/NO

Switch MCB in
STOP mode NO YES ..............The MCB will be closed by the GCP when the STOP mode is
enabled. The breaker will not close unless the "Enable MCB" dis-
[GCP-32]
crete input (terminal 54) is energized as well.
NO ................The GCP will not change the state of the MCB when the STOP mode
is enabled The breaker will remain open or closed depending upon its
state when the operation mode is changed to STOP.

Emergency Power (AMF) (GCP-32; GCP-31: XPD, XPQ)

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NOTE
Parameter 136 Configuration of the emergency power (AMF) YES/NO

Configure
emergency YES The emergency power control functions are configured in this block of parameters.
and are skipped.
NOTE
Emergency power functionality is only possible with synchronous generators utilizing a minimum of a
mains circuit breaker and a generator circuit breaker (i.e. GCP-32 or GCP-31 with LS 4 coupling).
Prerequisite: The emergency power function (AMF) may only be enabled with synchronous generators by con-
figuring "Emergency power" (Parameter 136) as "ON". Emergency power operations are only performed in the
AUTOMATIC or TEST operation modes regardless of the status of the "Automatic 1" and "Automatic 2" dis-
crete inputs.
NOTE
If the "Engine enable" or "Engine block" function is assigned to terminal 6 (Parameter 212), emergency
power operations can be prevented or interrupted from an external source through a discrete input. Re-
fer to "Terminal 6" on page 116.
If Parameter 209 is configured ON and discrete input 11 (terminal 68) is energized, emergency power
operation will also be prevented or interrupted (refer to Enable 'Emergency OFF' via terminal 68 on
page 114).
Activation of emergency power: If a mains voltage fault (over-/undervoltage, -frequency or phase/vector jump)
is detected on any single phase of terminals 50/51/52 continuously for the duration of the emergency power start
delay time (Parameter 138), an emergency power operation is activated. A mains voltage fault is defined as fol-
lows: If the mains voltage and frequency monitoring (Parameter 179 and/or Parameter 184) are enabled and the
configured limit has been exceeded. If either or both the mains voltage and frequency monitoring are not
enabled, the internal default limits will be used for protective limits. The internal protective limits are defined as
follows:
Mains watchdogs Voltage Frequency

ON Monitoring values (see Parameter 179) Monitoring values (see Parameter 184)
OFF Vmains < 85 % Vrated fmains < 90 % frated
Vmains > 112 % Vrated fmains > 110 % frated
Table 3-7: Limit values, Emergency power
An emergency power operation (AMF) may also be initiated through the detection of a breaker fault when the
MCB is closed. This protection will only occur if "Emergency power" (Parameter 137) and "MCB monitoring"
(Parameter 131) are configured as "ON".
The following actions occur in an emergency power operation:
• If emergency power operation is initiated, the engine is started provided the sequence is not interrupted by an
alarm or the operation mode is not changed
• If the mains are restored during the start cycle, the MCB remains closed. The engine starts and continues run-
ning until the mains settling time (Parameter 194) expires. If another mains fault occurs during this time, the
MCB is opened and the GCB is closed to the dead busbar. The engine shuts down following restoration of the
main and the expiration of the mains settling time (Parameter 194) provided no additional mains faults occur.
• The GCB will be closed regardless of the engine delay time once the dead bus limits have been reached.
• If the mains are restored while an emergency power operation is being performed and the GCP will wait for
the mains settling time (Parameter 194) to expire. After the mains settling time has expired, the MCB will be
synchronized and closed.
Emergency power: In the event an emergency power operation is being performed, the message "Emergency
power" is displayed on the screen of the GCP.
Emergency Power With Breaker Logic "PARALLEL"
Emergency power: After detecting a mains fault, the GCP-30 will wait until the "emergency power start delay"
(Parameter 138) has expired before starting an engine. Once the engine has started and the monitored generator
voltage and frequency have exceeded the dead bus start limits (Parameter 126 and Parameter 127), the MCB is
opened and the GCB is closed to the dead busbar. The generator is now supplying power to the load.
Return of the mains: Following the termination of the mains fault, the GCP will continue the emergency power
operation until the mains settling time has expired (Parameter 194) before synchronization of the MCB is in-
itiated. After closing the MCB, the control returns to its original operation mode. If the engine is to be shut down
after the emergency power operation has terminate, a power reduction (soft unloading) is carried out provided
the real power controller (Parameter 74) is configured as "ON".
If the GCP has initiated the start cycle and the mains are restored, the GCP completes the start cycle but the MCB
is not opened. The engine remains in idle mode during the mains settling time (Parameter 194). The engine re-
mains running while the mains settling time expires so the GCB can be closed and the MCB opened immediately
in the event of another mains failure.
Emergency Power With Breaker Logic "OPEN TRANSIT."
Emergency power: After detecting a mains fault, the GCP will wait until the "emergency power start delay"
operation until the mains settling time has expired (Parameter 194) before the open transition back to main
supply is performed. If an engine request is present following the expiration of the mains settling time (Para-
meter 194), the generator will maintain the isolated operation.

Emergency Power With Breaker Logic "CLOSED TRANSIT."
itiated. After closing the MCB, a power reduction (soft unloading) is carried out provided the real power control-
ler (Parameter 74) is configured as "ON", and the GCB is opened. After opening the GCB the engine continues
to run for the amount of time configured in "Cool down time" (Parameter 270) and is then shut down. If an en-
gine request is present following the expiration of the mains settling time (Parameter 194), the generator will
maintain the isolated operation.
Emergency Power With Breaker Logic "INTERCHANGE"
itiated. After closing the MCB, a power reduction (soft unloading) is carried out provided the real power control-
ler (Parameter 74) is configured as "ON", and the GCB is opened. After opening the GCB the engine continues
to run for the amount of time configured in "Cool down time" (Parameter 270) and is then shut down. If an en-
gine request is present following the expiration of the mains settling time (Parameter 194), the generator will
maintain the isolated operation.
Emergency Power With Breaker Logic "EXTERNAL"
ATTENTION
This breaker logic will not permit emergency power in accordance with DIN VDE 0108!
opened and the GCB is closed to the dead busbar. The generator is now supplying power to the load. Further op-
erations of the GCB and the MCB are not operated performed regardless if the mains are restored.

Emergency power With MCB Malfunction
MCB malfunction: If the MCB opens without an open command from the GCP while in the AUTOMATIC
mode and the control is configured for emergency power standby, the GCP will attempt to reclose the breaker. If
the MCB cannot be reclosed due to an MCB failure and "Emergency power" (Parameter 136 ) and "Supervision
MCB" (Parameter 131 ) are configured "ON", the engine is started and the alarm message "MCB malfunction" is
displayed. Once the engine has started and the monitored generator voltage and frequency have exceeded the
dead bus start limits (Parameter 126 and Parameter 127), the GCB is closed to the dead busbar. After the condi-
tion that caused the MCB fault has been corrected and the "MCB malfunction" alarm has been acknowledged,
the emergency power operation is terminated and the load is transferred to the mains in the manner prescribe by
the configured circuit breaker logic detailed above.
Emergency Power Operation; Parameters
Parameter 137 Emergency power ON/OFF

Emergency power
ON ON ................If the control is in AUTOMATIC or TEST mode and a mains failure
occurs, the engine is started and an emergency power operation is
performed. The subsequent parameters of this function are displayed.
Emergency power operations may also be initiated by the detection
of a breaker failure when the MCB is to be closed. In order to enable
this, the Parameter 131 ("Supervision MCB") must be configured to
"ON".
OFF ..............Emergency power operation is not enabled and the subsequent para-
meters of this function are not displayed.
Parameter 138 Start delay for emergency power 0.5 to 99.9 s

Emergency power
start del. 00.0s In order to start the engine and to carry out an emergency power operation, the
mains must fail for at least this delay time.

Protection
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NOTE
Parameter 139 Configuration of the protection YES/NO

Configure
monitoring YES The generator and system protective functions are configured in this block of pa-
rameters. This parameter has the following effects:
and are skipped.
Generator Power Monitoring
It is possible for the GCP to monitor two independently configured generator power limits. If one of these confi-
gured limits is surpassed, it is possible to energize a relay output by assigning a relay manager function (relay
manager function 56 and 80) to one of the freely configurable relays. This functionality makes it possible to in-
itiate external load shedding.
NOTE
This functionality does not initiate a centralized alarm or issue a message to be displayed. An external
device must evaluate the relay output.
WARNING
This function does not provide generator protection.
Parameter 151 and Parameter 156 or an external protection device must be used if generator protection
is required.
Parameter 140 Generator power monitoring ON/OFF

Gen.power monit.
ON ON................ Generator power monitoring is enabled. Relay manager function 56
must be assigned to one relay and relay manager function 80 must be
assigned to a second relay. The subsequent screens of this function
are displayed.
OFF.............. Generator power monitoring is disabled. The subsequent screens of

Parameter 141 Power monitoring threshold value, level 1 0 to 9,999 kW

Gen.power monit.
resp.val1 0000kW If this threshold value has been exceeded for at least the delay time (Para-
meter 143), the relay assigned relay manager function 56 energizes.
Parameter 142 Power monitoring hysteresis, level 1 0 to 999 kW

Gen.power monit.
hyst.lv1 000kW To prevent the relay assigned relay manager function 56 from energizing and de-
energizing continuously due to minor load swings, a hysteresis is configured in this
parameter. The value configured here is the amount the monitored power must drop
below the configured threshold in Parameter 141 before the corresponding relay
output will de-energize.
Parameter 143 Power monitoring delay, level 1 0 to 650 s

Gen.power monit.
delay lv1 000s For the control unit to recognize that the level 1 power monitoring threshold has
been exceed, the threshold value configured in Parameter 141 must be exceeded
without interruption for this period of time.
Parameter 144 Power monitoring threshold value, level 2 0 to 9,999 kW

Gen.power monit.
resp.val2 0000kW If this threshold value has been exceeded for at least the delay time (Para-
meter 146), the relay assigned relay manager function 80 energizes.
Parameter 145 Power monitoring hysteresis, level 2 0 to 999 kW

Gen.power monit.
hyst.lv2 000kW To prevent the relay assigned relay manager function 80 from energizing and de-
Parameter 146 Power monitoring delay, level 2 0 to 650 s

Gen.power monit.
delay lv2 000s For the control unit to recognize that the level 2 power monitoring threshold has
been exceedn, the threshold value configured in Parameter 144 must be exceeded

Mains Power Monitoring
It is possible for the GCP-30 to monitor a configured mains power limit. If this configured limit is surpassed, it is
possible to energize a relay output by assigning a relay manager function (relay manager function 67) to one of
the freely configurable relays. This functionality makes it possible to initiate external load shedding.
NOTE
This functionality does not initiate a centralized alarm or issue a message to be displayed. An external
device must evaluate the relay output.
WARNING
This function does not provide mains protection.
Parameter 151 and Parameter 156 or an external protection device must be used if mains protection is
required.
Parameter 147 Mains power monitoring ON/OFF

Mains power mon.
ON ON................ Mains power monitoring is enabled. Relay manager function 67 must
be assigned to a relay. The subsequent screens of this function are
displayed.
OFF.............. Mains power monitoring is disabled. The subsequent screens of this
Parameter 148 Power monitoring threshold value I/E 0 to 9,999 kW

Mains power mon.
res.val. I0000kW If this threshold value has been exceeded for at least the delay time (Para-
meter 150), the relay assigned relay manager function 67 energizes. Imported pow-
er is entered with a " - " before the value, exported power is entered with a " + " be-
fore the value. If the value is confirmed, the " - " becomes an " I " and the " + "
becomes an " E ".
Parameter 149 Power monitoring hysteresis 0 to 999 kW

Mains power mon.
hysteresis 000kW To prevent the relay assigned relay manager function 67 from energizing and de-
Parameter 150 Power monitoring delay 0 to 650 s

Mains power mon.
delay 000s For the control unit to recognize that the mains power monitoring threshold has
been exceed, the threshold value configured in Parameter 148 must be exceeded

Generator Overload Monitoring
NOTE
All percentage values refer to a percentage of the generator rated power (Parameter 21; page 27).
Function: "Positive real power not within the permissible limits" - The single-phase or three-phase measured
generator real power is above the configured limit value of the real power.
Parameter 151 Generator overload monitoring ON/OFF

Overload monit.
ON ON ................Monitoring of the generator real power is enabled. The subsequent
screens of this function are displayed.
OFF ..............Monitoring of the generator real power is disabled. The subsequent
screens of this function are not displayed.
Parameter 152 Generator overload monitoring threshold value MOP 80 to 150 %

Gen.overload MOP
resp.value 000% For the control unit to recognize that a generator overload fault while in a mains
parallel operation (MOP) has occurred, the monitored generator power must exceed
the configured percentage of the rated generator power without interruption for the
delay time configured in Parameter 153. An F2 class alarm is issued when the delay
time expires.
without power reduction
Parameter 153 Generator overload monitoring delay MOP 0 to 99 s

Gen.overload MOP
delay 00s For the control unit to recognize that a generator overload fault has occurred while
in a mains parallel operation (MOP) has occurred, the threshold value configured in
Parameter 152 must be exceeded without interruption for this period of time.
Parameter 154 Generator overload monitoring threshold value IOP 80 to 150 %

Gen.overload IOP
resp.value 000% For the control unit to recognize that a generator overload fault has occurred while
in an isolated parallel operation (IOP), the monitored generator power must exceed
the configured percentage of the rated generator power without interruption for the
delay time configured in Parameter 155. An F2 class alarm is issued when the delay
time expires.
without power reduction
Parameter 155 Generator overload monitoring delay 0 to 99 s

Gen.overload IOP
delay 00s For the control unit to recognize that a generator overload fault has occurred while
in a mains parallel operation, the threshold value configured in Parameter 154 must
be exceeded without interruption for this period of time.

Generator Reverse/Reduced Power Monitoring
NOTE
Function: "Real power not within the permissible limits" - The real power measured in a single-phase or in a
three-phase system is below the configured limit value for the minimum load or below the configured value for
reverse power. By setting positive threshold values (minimum load monitoring), a shutdown can be performed
before the generator ends up in reverse power.
Parameter 156 Reverse/reduced power monitoring ON/OFF

Rev./red.power
monitoring ON ON................ Monitoring of the generator reverse/reduced power is enabled. The
subsequent screens of this function are displayed.
OFF.............. Monitoring of the generator reverse/reduced power is disabled. The
subsequent screens of this function are not displayed.
Parameter 157 Reverse/reduced power monitoring threshold value -99 to 99 %

Rev./red.power
resp.value -00% Reverse power monitoring: If a negative threshold value is configured and the
monitored power falls below the threshold value for at least the delay
time (Parameter 158), an F3 class alarm is issued.
Reduced power monitoring: If a positive threshold value is configured and the
monitored power falls below the threshold value for at least the delay
time (Parameter 158), an F3 class alarm is issued
Parameter 158 Reverse power monitoring delay 0.0 to 9.9 s

Rev./red.power
delay 0.0s For the control unit to recognize that a reverse or reduced power fault has occurred,
the threshold value configured in Parameter 157 must be exceeded without inter-
ruption for this period of time.

Unbalanced Load Monitoring
NOTE
Function: "Generator load imbalance not within the permissible limits" - The percentage threshold value speci-
fies the permissible deviation of any single phase current to the arithmetic mean value of all three phase currents.
Parameter 159 Unbalanced load monitoring ON/OFF

Load unbalanced
monitoring ON ON ................Monitoring for unbalanced load of the generator real power is
enabled. The subsequent screens of this function are displayed.
OFF ..............Monitoring for unbalanced load of the generator real power is dis-
abled. The subsequent screens of this function are not displayed.
Parameter 160 Maximum permissible unbalanced load 0 to 100 %

Load unbalanced
max. 000% For the control unit to recognize that an unbalanced load fault has occurred, the
monitored phase load must exceed the configured load differential percentage
without interruption for the delay time configured in Parameter 161. An F3 class
alarm is issued when the delay time expires.
Parameter 161 Unbalanced load monitoring delay 0.02 to 9.98 s

Load unbalanced
delay 00.00s For the control unit to recognize that an unbalanced load fault has occurred, the
threshold value configured in Parameter 160 must be exceeded without interruption
for this period of time.

Independent Time-Overcurrent Monitoring
NOTE
Function: The GCP utilizes a two tier independent time-overcurrent monitoring with separate adjustable time
delays. The threshold values and delays can be selected so that the monitored current level is independent from
the tripping time. The level 2 overcurrent is used as a fast-triggering high-current stage for protection against
short circuits. The level 1 overcurrent reacts to overcurrent below level 2 but above permissible limits that are
present over a longer period of time.
I [%]
I >>
(I2)
I>
(I1)
t2 t1 t [s]
Figure 3-8: Characteristic of the time-overcurrent monitoring
Parameter 162 Independent time-overcurrent monitoring ON/OFF

Gen.overcurrent
monitoring ON ON................ Independent time-overcurrent monitoring of the generator is enabled.
The subsequent screens of this function are displayed.
OFF.............. Independent time-overcurrent monitoring of the generator is dis-
Parameter 163 Threshold value independent time-overcurrent limit 1 0 to 300 %

Gen.overcurrent
limit 1 000% If the monitored generator current exceeds the configured percentage of the rated
generator current for at least the delay time configured in Parameter 164, an F3
class alarm is issued.
Parameter 164 Independent time-overcurrent, delay, limit 1 0.02 to 9.98 s

Gen.overcurrent
delay 1 00.00s For the control unit to recognize that a time-overcurrent fault has occurred, the

Parameter 165 Independent time-overcurrent, threshold value, limit 2 0 to 300 %

Gen.overcurrent
limit 2 000% If the monitored generator current exceeds the configured percentage of the rated
generator current for at least the delay time configured in Parameter 166, an F3
Parameter 166 Independent time-overcurrent, delay, limit 2 0.02 to 9.98 s

Gen.overcurrent
delay 2 00.00s For the control unit to recognize that a time-overcurrent fault has occurred, the
threshold value configured in Parameter 165) must be exceeded without interrup-
tion for this period of time.
Parameter 167 Open GCB with engine cool down due to overcurrent ON/OFF
Gen.overcurrent
Cool down ON ON ................If the GCB is opened due to an overcurrent fault condition, an engine
cool-down is performed prior to engine stop.
OFF ..............The engine is stopped without a cool-down.

Generator Frequency Monitoring
Function: "Generator frequency not within the permissible limits" - The generator frequency is outside of the
limit values set for overfrequency or underfrequency. The engine is shut down immediately (class F3 alarm), and
an alarm message is displayed. The activation of generator underfrequency monitoring is delayed by means of
"Delayed engine monitoring" (Parameter 271) in order to enable correct generator start-up.
Parameter 168 Generator frequency monitoring ON/OFF

Gen.frequency-
monitoring ON ON................ Monitoring of the generator frequency is enabled. The subsequent
OFF.............. Monitoring of the generator frequency is disabled. The subsequent
Parameter 169 Threshold value: generator overfrequency 50.0 to 140.0 %

Gen.overfreq.
f > 000.0% L This value refers to the parameter "Rated freq. in system" (Parameter 9).
If the monitored generator frequency exceeds the configured percentage of the

rated generator frequency for at least the delay time configured in Parameter 170,
an F3 class alarm is issued.
Parameter 170 Generator overfrequency delay 0.02 to 9.98 s

Gen.overfreq.
delay 0.00s For the control unit to recognize that a generator overfrequency fault has occurred,
Parameter 171 Generator underfrequency threshold value 50.0 to 140.0 %

Gen.underfreq.
f < 000.0% L This value refers to the parameter "Rated freq. in system" (Parameter 9).
If the monitored generator frequency falls below the configured percentage of the
Parameter 172 Generator underfrequency delay 0.02 to 9.98 s

Gen.underfreq.
delay 0.00s For the control unit to recognize that a generator underfrequency fault has oc-
curred, the threshold value configured in Parameter 171 must be exceeded without
interruption for this period of time.
Engine Overspeed Monitoring

Parameter 173 Engine overspeed monitoring 0 to 9,999 rpm
Engine overspeed
> 0000 rpm If the monitored engine speed exceeds the generator rated speed (Parameter 276)
for at 0.1 s, an F3 class alarm is issued. The engine overspeed monitoring is per-
formed in addition to and independent of the generator frequency. The Magnetic
Pickup Unit (MPU) must be enabled (Parameter 274) for engine speed monitoring
to be performed. If the MPU input is disabled, engine speed monitoring is disabled.
If the monitored engine speed exceeds the rated speed, an F3 class alarm is issued.

Generator Voltage Monitoring
The line-to-line (wye) voltage is monitored.
Function: "Generator voltage not within the permissible limits" - If one or more phases of the generator voltage
exceeds the limit values set for overvoltage or undervoltage, the engine is shut down immediately (F3 class
alarm) and an alarm message is displayed. Monitoring of generator undervoltage is delayed by means of "De-
layed engine monitoring" (Parameter 271) in order to enable generator start-up.
Parameter 174 Generator voltage monitoring ON/OFF

Gen.voltage
monitoring ON ON ................Monitoring of the generator voltage is enabled. The subsequent
OFF ..............Monitoring of the generator voltage is disabled. The subsequent
Parameter 175 Generator overvoltage threshold value 020,0 to 150,0 %

Gen.overvoltage
V > 000.0% L This value refers to the parameter "Rated volt. in system" (Parameter 17).
If the monitored generator voltage exceeds the configured percentage of the rated
generator frequency for at least the delay time configured in Parameter 176, an F3
NOTE
The threshold value for generator overvoltage may not exceed 149 V [1] or 495 V [4] for delta connec-
tions, because higher voltages cannot be detected.
Parameter 176 Generator overvoltage delay 0.02 to 9.98 s

Gen.overvoltage
delay 0.00s For the control unit to recognize that a generator overvoltage fault has occurred, the
Parameter 177 Generator undervoltage threshold value 020,0 to 150,0 %

Gen.undervoltage
V < 000.0% L This value refers to the parameter "Rated volt. in system" (Parameter 17).
If the monitored generator voltage falls below the configured percentage of the
Parameter 178 Generator undervoltage delay 0.02 to 9.98 s

Gen.undervoltage
delay 0.00s For the control unit to recognize that a generator undervoltage fault has occurred,

Mains Frequency Monitoring
Monitoring the mains frequency is absolutely vital if a generator is operated in parallel with the infinite grid. In
the event of a mains failure (e.g. utility power outage) the generator that is operating in parallel with the utility
must be automatically disconnected from the mains. Decoupling from the mains only occurs when the MCB and
GCB are closed.
If the following parameters are enabled, the limit values are used to assess if an emergency power operation
should be initiated. The parameters below define if the mains are or aren’t present. The breaker opening times do
not affect these parameters.
Function: "Mains frequency not within the permissible limits" - If the mains frequency exceeds the limit values
configured for overfrequency or underfrequency a mains failure is recognized. The circuit breaker configured to
disconnect from the mains is immediately opened. The prerequisite of mains frequency monitoring is that the ge-
nerator is operating in parallel with the mains (the MCB and GCB are both closed).
Parameter 179 Mains frequency monitoring ON/OFF

Mains frequency
monitoring ON ON................ Monitoring of the mains frequency is enabled. The subsequent
OFF.............. Monitoring of the mains frequency is disabled. The subsequent
Parameter 180 Mains overfrequency threshold value 80.0 to 140.0 %

Mains overfreq.
f > 000.0% L This value refers to the parameter "Rated freq. in system" ((Parameter 9).
If the monitored mains frequency exceeds the configured percentage of the rated
system frequency for at least the delay time configured in Parameter 181, an
F0 class alarm is issued. The MCB, GCB, or an external CB is opened depending
on how the GCP is configured to decouple from the mains.
Parameter 181 Mains overfrequency delay 0.02 to 9.98 s

Mains overfreq.
delay 0.00s For the control unit to recognize that a mains overfrequency fault has occurred, the
Parameter 182 Mains underfrequency threshold value 80.0 to 140.0 %

Mains underfreq.
f < 000.0% L This value refers to the parameter "Rated freq. in system" ((Parameter 9).
If the monitored mains frequency falls below the configured percentage of the rated
Parameter 183 Mains underfrequency delay 0.02 to 9.98 s

Mains underfreq.
delay 0.00s For the control unit to recognize that a mains underfrequency fault has occurred,

Mains Voltage Monitoring
Monitoring the mains voltage is absolutely vital if a generator is operated in parallel with the infinite grid. In the
event of mains failure (e.g. utility power outage) the generator that is operating in parallel with the utility must be
automatically disconnected from the mains. Decoupling from the mains only occurs when the MCB and GCB are
closed.
The phase-to-neutral (wye) voltage is always monitored.
If the following parameters are enabled, the limit values are used to assess if an emergency power operation
should be initiated. The parameters below define if the mains are or aren't present. The breaker opening times do
not affect these parameters.
Function: "Mains voltage not within the permissible limits" - If one or more phases of the generator voltage ex-
ceeds the limit values set for overvoltage or undervoltage, a mains failure is recognized. The circuit breaker con-
figured to disconnect from the mains is immediately opened. The prerequisite of mains voltage monitoring is that
the generator is operating in parallel with the mains (the MCB and GCB are both closed).
Parameter 184 Mains voltage monitoring ON/OFF

Mains voltage
monitoring ON ON ................Monitoring of the mains voltage is enabled. The subsequent screens
of this function are displayed.
OFF ..............Monitoring of the mains voltage is disabled. The subsequent screens
of this function are not displayed.
Parameter 185 Mains overvoltage threshold value 20.0 to 150.0 %

Mains overvolt.
V > 000.0% L This value refers to the parameter "Rated volt. in system" (Parameter 17).
If the monitored mains voltage exceeds the configured percentage of the rated sys-
tem frequency for at least the delay time configured in Parameter 186, an F0 class
alarm is issued. The MCB, GCB, or an external CB is opened depending on how
the GCP is configured to decouple from the mains.
Parameter 186 Mains overvoltage delay 0.02 to 9.98 s

Mains overvolt.
delay 0.00s For the control unit to recognize that a mains overvoltage fault has occurred, the
Parameter 187 Mains undervoltage threshold value 20.0 to 150.0 %

Mains undervolt.
V < 000.0% L This value refers to the parameter "Rated volt. in system" (Parameter 17).
If the monitored mains voltage falls below the configured percentage of the rated

Parameter 188 Mains undervoltage hysteresis 0.0 to 50.0 %

Mains undervolt.
Hysteresis 00.0% The value configured here is the amount the monitored voltage must exceed the
configured threshold in Parameter 187 before the corresponding relay output will
de-energize.
Parameter 189 Mains undervoltage delay 0.02 to 9.98 s

Mains undervolt.
delay 0.00s For the control unit to recognize that a mains undervoltage fault has occurred, the
Phase/Vector Shift Monitoring dϕ/dt
A phase/vector shift is a sudden change in the voltage curve that is caused by a large generator load change. The
measuring circuit detects a change in a single sine wave. This sine wave is compared with a calculated mean val-
ue from previous measurements. Monitoring encompasses all three phases. The threshold value in degrees speci-
fies the difference in time between the mean and the measured value in reference to a full cycle. Monitoring can
be set in various manners. The phase/vector shift watchdog may be used as an additional means for decoupling
from the mains. The minimum voltage that the phase shift is activated is 70 % of the rated secondary voltage.
Function: "Voltage cycle duration not within the permissible limits" - A fault is recognized if one or more phas-
es of the generator voltage cycle duration exceeds the configured limit value for the phase/vector shift. The cir-
cuit breaker configured to disconnect from the mains is opened and an alarm message is displayed. The prerequi-
site for phase/vector shift monitoring is that the generator is operating in parallel with the mains operation (the
MCB and GCB are both closed).
Parameter 190 Phase/vector shift monitoring ON/OFF

Phase shift
monitoring ON ON................ Monitoring of the mains frequency for a phase/vector shift is
enabled. The subsequent screens of this function are displayed.
OFF.............. Monitoring of the mains frequency for a phase/vector shift is dis-
Parameter 191 Phase/vector shift monitoring one-/threephase / only threephase

Monitoring
---------------- one-/threephase..During single-phase voltage phase/vector shift monitoring, trip-
ping occurs if the phase/vector shift exceeds the configured threshold
value (Parameter 192) in at least one of the three phases. Note: If a
phase/vector shift occurs in one or two phases, the single-phase thre-
shold value (Parameter 192) is taken into consideration; if a
phase/vector shift occurs in all three phases, the three-phase thre-
shold value (Parameter 193) is taken into consideration. Single phase
monitoring is very sensitive and may lead to nuisance tripping if the
selected phase angle settings are too small.
only threephase..During three-phase voltage phase/vector shift monitoring, trip-
ping occurs only if the phase/vector shift exceeds the specified thres-
hold value (Parameter 193) in all three phases within 2 cycles.

NOTE
If monitoring is configured to "threephase", only Parameter 192 is displayed; if monitoring is confi-
gured to "one-/threephase", Parameter 192 and Parameter 193 are dispalyed.
Parameter 192 Phase/vector shift monitoring threshold value single-phase 3 to 30 °

Phase shift
one-phase 00° If the monitored electrical angle of the mains voltage shifts more than this confi-
gured value in any single phase, an F0 class alarm is initiated. The MCB, GCB, or
This screen is visible only
if monitoring is configured to an external CB is opened depending on how the GCP is configured to decouple
"one/three-phase". from the mains.
Parameter 193 Phase/vector shift monitoring threshold value three-phase 3 to 30 °

Phase shift
three-phase 00° If the monitored electrical angle of the mains voltage shifts more than this confi-
gured value in all three phases, an F0 class alarm is initiated. The MCB, GCB, or
an external CB is opened depending on how the GCP is configured to decouple
from the mains.
Mains Settling Time

Parameter 194 Mains settling time 0 to 999 s
Mains settling
time 000s It is possible to delay the synchronization of the generator to the mains for the pe-
riod of time configured here. This will permit the user to ensure that the mains vol-
tage is stable while the generator continues to operate in an isolated (parallel) mode
or idle offline.
Note
For devices with one circuit breaker, refer to Parameter 106.
If a GCP-32 has both the MCB and GCB open and the mains return, the mains set-
tling time is reduced to 2 seconds when the mains return if the mains settling time
is configured for longer.

Battery Voltage Monitoring

Parameter 195 Battery voltage monitoring: Threshold value 9.5 to 30.0 V
Batt.undervolt.
V < 00.0V If the monitored battery voltage falls below the configured percentage of the confi-
gured threshold for at least the delay time configured in Parameter 196, an F1 class
alarm is issued.
Parameter 196 Battery undervoltage delay 0 to 99 s

Batt.undervolt.
delay 00s For the control unit to recognize a battery undervoltage fault condition, the thre-
shold value configured in Parameter 195 must be exceeded without interruption for
this period of time.
Note: Regardless of the configured battery voltage monitoring threshold, readiness

for operation is withdrawn and an alarm message is issued if the power supply vol-
tage falls below 9 Vdc during normal operation or if the power supply voltage falls
below 11 Vdc during the start sequence.
Time Of Active Horn

Parameter 197 Horn acknowledgment after 1 to 9.999 s
Horn self reset
0000s The horn (centralized alarm) will remain active for the time configured and then
deactivate (acknowledged) automatically.

Discrete Inputs
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NOTE
Parameter 198 Configuration of discrete inputs YES/NO

Configure
dig.inputs YES The discrete inputs functionality and logic are configured in this block of parame-
ters. This parameter has the following effects:
NO ................The parameters in this block are not displayed, cannot be modified,
and are skipped.
NOTE
The discrete inputs can be used as alarm inputs or control inputs. If they were configured as alarm in-
puts (Parameter 204 to Parameter 210 are configured to "OFF") the parameters in "Alarm Inputs"
(page 111) are valid. If they have been configured as control inputs (Parameter 204 to Parameter 210
are configured to "ON") the parameters in "Control Inputs" (page 113) are valid.

Alarm Inputs
Discrete input 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16
Name 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 A B C D E F G
Terminal 34 35 36 61 62 63 64 65 66 67 68 69 70 71 72 73
Function A A A A A/C A/C A/C A A A/C A A A/C A A A
A..Alarm input; A/C..Alarm or control input (dependent on the configuration)
NOTE
Normally Open (N.O.): Energizing the discrete input will enable the relay.
This does not provide wire break monitoring!
Normally Closed (N.C.): De-energizing the discrete input will enable the relay.
This may provide wire break monitoring.
Example: Discrete inputs 1 through 4 (use the same procedure for inputs 5 to 16)
Parameter 199 Function of the discrete alarm inputs 1 to 4 E/D

Dig.input 1234
function EEEE The discrete inputs may be operated by a normally open contact or a normally
closed contact. The normally closed contact input may be used to monitor for a
wire break. A positive or negative voltage polarity may be utilized.
D ................... The discrete input is normally de-energized and analyzed as
"enabled" by energizing the input (N.O.; D = normally de-energized).
E ................... The discrete input is normally energized and analyzed as "enabled"
by de-energizing the input (N.C.; E = normally energized).
Parameter 200 Delay time of the discrete alarm inputs 1 to 4 0 to 9

Dig.input 1234
delay 0000 A delay time can be assigned to each alarm input. The delay times are configured
as stages. The individual stages are listed below. The discrete input must be ener-
gized/de-energized, depending on how it is configured, without interruption
throughout the delay time in order to be "enabled".
Delay stage Delay stage

0 100 ms
1 200 ms
2 500 ms
3 1s
4 2s
5 5s
6 10 s
7 20 s
8 50 s
9 100 s
Table 3-9: Discrete alarm inputs - delay stages
Parameter 201 Delayed by firing speed of the discrete alarm inputs 1 to 4 Y/N
Delayed by 1234
eng.speed YYYY It is possible to configure the GCP to ignore discrete inputs until the engine has
achieved firing speed. This parameter defines if the discrete input, which is being
used as an alarm input, is only to be monitored after the engine is running ("firing
speed reached").
Y ................... The discrete input is only monitored after the engine firing speed has
been achieved and monitoring of the engine protections have been
enabled.
N ................... The discrete input is always monitored.

Parameter 202 Alarm class of the discrete alarm inputs 1 to 4 F0 to F3

Dig.input 1234
error class 0000 The discrete inputs, which have been designated as alarm inputs, may be assigned
an alarm class. This parameter defines what action is to be taken by the GCP when
an alarm discrete input is enabled. The alarm classes are listed below.
The monitoring functions are divided into four alarm classes:
F0 - Warning alarm - This alarm does not lead to an interruption of the operation. An alarm message is dis-
played without a centralized alarm (horn)
Alarm text.
F1 - Warning alarm - This alarm does not lead to an interruption of the operation. A centralized alarm is issued.
Alarm text + flashing "alarm" LED + group alarm relay (horn).
F2 – Triggering alarm - This alarm leads to the shutdown of the engine. A power reduction is performed prior
to the GCB being opened. An engine cool down is performed.
Alarm text + flashing "alarm" LED + group alarm relay (horn) + soft shutdown.
F3 – Triggering alarm - This alarm leads to the immediate opening of the GCB and shutdown of the engine.
Alarm text + flashing "alarm" LED + group alarm relay (horn) + hard shutdown.
Configuring The Text For The Discrete Inputs
NOTE
If terminal 6 is configured to "Sprinkler operation" (override or critical mode; Parameter 211) or if a gas
engine is selected (Parameter 254), the EMERGENCY STOP function must be assigned to terminal 34. If
terminal 34 is not used as a discrete input, the EMERGENCY STOP function is assigned to the discrete
input with the lowest terminal number (terminal 61).
NOTE
Special characters, numbers, upper and lower case letters may be configured for the alarm text.
NOTE
If the unit is equipped with a second communication interface (Option SB03 and Option SC10), the
alarm texts can only be configured via LeoPC1.
Parameter 203 Setting the alarm texts

Errortxt.term.34
EMERGENCY STOP These parameters are used to enter the alarm texts (in this example for terminal 34
the alarm text "EMERGENCY STOP"). The text for these parameters is user de-
fined. Terminal 34 is the recommended terminal to assign EMERGENCY STOP
functions to.

Control Inputs
Acknowledge firing speed via terminal 62
Parameter 204 Firing speed reached via terminal 62 ON/OFF

Firing speed by
Term. 62 ON OFF.............. This terminal is used as an alarm input.
ON................ Configuring the starting sequence logic:
If Parameter 199 is configured to "E", the discrete input utilizes
“N.O.” contacts and the starter disengages when this discrete input
becomes TRUE/energized. Once the delayed engine monitoring time
has expired, the discrete input changes to "N.C." logic internally even
though "N.O." logic is still programmed. This permits the controller
to generate an alarm condition in the event of a voltage loss (includ-
ing a configured time delay).
This input will operate on the inverse of this principle as well. If
Parameter 199 is configured to "D", the discrete input utilizes "N.C."
logic to disengage the starter in the event of a voltage loss. Once the
delayed engine monitoring has expired, the discrete input changes to
"N.O." logic internally even though "N.C." logic is still programmed
and will initiate an alarm as soon as voltage is applied.
Block operation mode selector switch via terminal 63
Parameter 205 Disabling the change of the mode using terminal 63 ON/OFF
Op.mode blocked
by Ter.63 ON OFF.............. This terminal is used as an alarm input.
ON................ Terminal 63 is used as control input.
If terminal 63 is energized, the operation mode buttons of the face of
the control are disabled and cannot be used to operating mode.
If this input is configured as control input and energized, it is possible for units with XPD or XPQ Packages
from version 4.3010 to change the operation mode externally using terminals 127 and 128 as control inputs. The
functionality is described in the following table:
Operation Input Input Function

mode blocked STOP AUTOMATIC
(terminal 63) (terminal 127) (terminal 128)
de-energized not applicable not applicable The operation mode can be selected using the buttons on the face of
the GCP. (The terminals 127/128 have no effect.)
energized energized de-energized The STOP operation mode is activated. After connecting the supply
voltage, the unit is in STOP operation mode. The operation mode se-
lection buttons on the face of the GCP are disabled.
energized de-energized energized The AUTOMATIC operation mode is activated. After connecting the
supply voltage, the unit changes to AUTOMATIC operation mode via
STOP. The operation mode selection buttons on the face of the GCP
are disabled.
energized energized energized The STOP operation mode is activated. After connecting the supply
voltage, the unit is in STOP operation mode. The operation mode se-
lection buttons on the face of the GCP are disabled.
Table 3-10: Function - external operation mode selection

Change breaker logic via terminal 64
Parameter 206 Breaker logic via terminal 64 ON/OFF

Breaker logic
by Term64 ON OFF ..............This terminal is used as an alarm input.
ON ................This terminal is used as control input.
• Energized When this terminal is energized, the breaker logic of
Parameter 207 is used.
• De-energized When this terminal is de-energized, the breaker logic
of Parameter 111 is used.
Parameter 207 Breaker logic via terminal 64 see page 74

Breaker logic:
---------------- Selection of the breaker logic that is to be used when terminal 64 is energized. This
parameter is only displayed if Parameter 206 has been configured to ON (for the
Visible only if breaker logic via
terminal 64 is configured to description of the breaker logic refer to the "Breaker logic" section on page 74).
"ON".
Enable 'Close GCB without engine delay' via terminal 67
Parameter 208 Close GCB before the delayed engine monitoring expires via terminal 67 ON/OFF
Close GCB asap
by Ter.67 ON OFF ..............This terminal is used as an alarm input.
• Energized When this terminal is energized, the GCB closes be-
fore the delayed engine monitoring expires.
• De-energized When this terminal is de-energized, the GCB closes
after the delayed engine monitoring has expired.
Enable 'Emergency OFF' via terminal 68
Parameter 209 Prevent an emergency power operation via terminal 68 ON/OFF

Emergency OFF
by Ter.68 OFF OFF ..............This terminal is used as an alarm input.
only version 4.3010 or later
• Energized When this terminal is energized, an emergency power
operation is prevented or terminated. The unit oper-
ates as if Parameter 137 "Emergency power" is dis-
abled.
• De-energized When this terminal is de-energized, an emergency
power operation may be performed. The unit oper-
ates in the manner prescribed by Parameter 137
"Emergency power".

Enable 'Idle mode' via terminal 70
Parameter 210 Enable idle mode via terminal 70 ON/OFF

Idle Mode
by term.70 ON OFF.............. This terminal is used as an alarm input.
ON................ This terminal is used as control input. The discrete output pro-
grammed with the relay manager function 133 ("idle mode active")
enables/disables in accordance with the logical status of terminal 70
according to the configured NO/NC logic. Generally this discrete
output from the GCP must be wired to the "idle input" of the speed
governor normally.
• Energized Energizing the terminal 70 discrete input enables the
idle mode. The message "Idle Mode" is displayed in
all operational modes (except STOP mode) when a
start request is initiated and during the post-run time
so long as there are no other message with a higher
display priority (i.e. pre-glow). The generator under-
voltage and underfrequency protections are disabled
and the warning limit value for the oil pressure input
is suppressed while in the idle mode. These protec-
tions are enabled after terminal 70 is de-energized
and the monitored frequency is measured within 1 Hz
of the rated generator frequency or after 60 seconds,
which ever occurs first.
• De-energized The idle mode is disabled and the protections are
enabled again (refer to the description above).

Terminal 6 Function
ATTENTION
Specific terminal 6 functionality require different input signals!
Parameter 211 Function of terminal 6

Function term.6
---------------- This parameter is used to assign a function to the terminal 6 discrete input. The fol-
lowing functions may be selected for the discrete input:
• Sprinkler operation By de-energizing terminal 6, the sprinkler operation (critical mode) is enabled in accordance
with the functional description. Energizing terminal 6 terminates the sprinkler operation. For
a description of the sprinkler operation function refer to "Sprinkler (Critical) Operation" on
page 117).
Note: Load-dependent starting and stopping is not possible in sprinkler operation.
Attention: This is a negative logic function!
• Engine enabled Terminal 6 has the same function as the STOP button: De-energizing terminal 6 prevents the
engine from starting and stops the engine if it is already running. Energizing terminal 6
enables the starting of the engine
Attention: Use of this function makes it possible to abort or prevent an emergency power
operation. An emergency power operation is not possible without enabling this function!
The enable engine function only operates when the GCP is in the AUTOMATIC operation
mode.
• Engine blocked Energizing terminal 6 can prevent starting of the engine. If the engine is running due to an
active emergency power operation, energizing this discrete input will stop it. The engine-
blocked functionality is only possible when the GCP is in the AUTOMATIC operation
mode. The function of this mode is the opposite of the function of the "Engine enabled"
mode.
• Ext. acknowledgment Alarms can be acknowledged externally by momentarily energizing terminal 6 in the STOP
and AUTOMATIC operation modes. In order to achieve additional acknowledgements, ter-
minal 6 must first be de-energized and then energized again. If terminal 6 is continuously re-
energized, any alarm messages generated after terminal 6 was energized will not be ac-
knowledged.
• STOP mode By energizing terminal 6 the STOP mode is activated. If terminal 6 is de-energized, the op-
eration mode will revert back to the mode that was active prior to terminal 6 being ener-
gized.
• Start without CB If the terminal 6 is energized, the engine starts. Synchronization is not performed and the
GCB is not closed (no closing to dead busbar). The GCB will only close if an emergency
power operation is enabled. After the mains return, the load is transferred back to the mains
according to the configured breaker logic. An engine start command from terminal 6 has a
higher priority than a start command from terminals 3/5. If terminal 6 is energized, termin-
als 3/5 are ignored. If the generator is in a mains parallel operation mode with "Parallel"
breaker logic and terminal 6 is energized, the GCB will be opened following a power reduc-
tion. The generator will continue to run without load and the GCB open.
Note: Load-dependent starting and stopping is not possible in sprinkler operation.

Starting Without Closing GCB
Parameter 212 Perform engine cool down if starting without CB has been selected ON/OFF
Start without CB
cool down ON ON................ After removing the start request (terminal 6 has been de-energized),
an engine cool down is performed for the time configured in Para-
Only if terminal 6 has been con-
figured to "start without CB". meter 270.
OFF.............. After removing the start request (terminal 6 has been de-energized),
the engine is stopped immediately without an engine cool down.
Alarm Classes Enabled During Sprinkler Coasting
Parameter 213 Sprinkler alarm classes only active if terminal 6 is energized ON/OFF
Sprinkler shutd.
F1 active ON ON................ If terminal 6 is configured as "Sprinkler operation", the alarm classes
will be enabled after the sprinkler demand has been terminated and
Only if terminal 6 has been
configured to the coasting has expired (terminal 6 is energized and sprinkler coast-
"Sprinkler operation". ing 10 minutes).
OFF.............. If terminal 6 is configured as "Sprinkler operation", the alarm classes
will be enabled after the sprinkler demand has been terminated (ter-
minal 6 is energized).
Sprinkler (Critical) Operation
NOTE
Terminal 6 must be configured for the "Sprinkler operation" functionality.
ATTENTION
The sprinkler operation function is a negative logic function. Terminal 6 must remain energized to pre-
vent a Sprinkler (critical) operation from being performed. De-energizing terminal 6 will initiate a
Sprinkler (critical) operation.
Sprinkler "ON": If terminal 6 de-energizes, the Sprinkler (critical) operation ON command is initiated. The
message "Sprinkler operation" is shown on the display. Up to 6 attempts are made to start the engine if it is not
already in operation. All fault conditions or discrete inputs, which result in shutdown, become messages with the
exceptions of terminals 34 or 61 and overspeed. The alarm input for terminal 34 will still shut the engine down.
Terminal 61 is used for this if terminal 34 is not present on the control. It is recommended that EMERGEN-
CY STOP be assigned to one of these terminals.

NOTE
If a "Sprinkler operation" (terminal 6) has been activated, F2 and F3 class alarms are converted to F1
class alarms (exception: terminal 34 or 61 and overspeed).
F2 and F3 class alarms F1 class alarm
"Sprinkler shutdown F1 active": Parameter 213 permits the user to select if the F2 and F3 class alarms are
enabled after the Sprinkler coasting has concluded or if the F2 and F3 alarm class will be enabled as soon as the
Sprinkler (critical) mode request has terminated (terminal 6 energized).
A distinction is made between three operating conditions:

Mains
1.) MCB is closed ( mains voltage available)
MCB a) The engine is stopped: The engine will be started and the GCB will not be closed
b) The engine runs with the GCB open
Busbar
2.) MCB is opened ( mains voltage not available and the Parameter 137 "Emergency
GCB Sprinkler
pump
power" is ON)
a) The GCB will be closed or remains closed
b) In the event of a generator overload, the GCB will open
G M c) Following the alarm acknowledgement the GCB will be closed again
Figure 3-11: Sprinkler operation
3.) MCB is open ( mains voltage available)

a) The MCB will be synchronized
b) Following the synchronization of the MCB, the GCB will be opened
Sprinkler "OFF": Energizing terminal 6 terminates the Sprinkler (critical) mode and the Sprinkler ON com-
mand. The message "Sprinkler coasting" appears on the display screen. The Sprinkler (critical mode) operation
concludes after a 10-minute coasting period. Changing the GCP operation mode to STOP will result in the coast-
ing period terminating immediately. When the Sprinkler (critical) mode operation has concluded, fault conditions
that result in shutdowns are enabled again.

Analog Inputs (XPD, XPQ)

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NOTE
Parameter 214 Configuration of analog inputs YES/NO

Configure
analg.inp. YES The analog inputs functionality and logic are configured in this block of parame-
and are skipped.
Setting The Analog Inputs
The analog inputs [T1] to [T7] are only available in the XPD and XPQ packages. The analog input types and
specification are as follows:
• Scaleable analog input 0/4 to 20 mA (page 120)

• Pt100 input (page 119)
• VDO input (temperature, page 122 or pressure, page 123)
Analog input 1 2 3 4 5 6 7
Assignment 0/4 to 20 mA Pt100 VDO #1 VDO #2
Terminal 93/94/95 96/97/98 99/100/101 101/102/103 104/105/106 107/108/109 110/111/112
VDO #1 = 0 to 180 Ohm, VDO #2 = 0 to 380 Ohm
NOTE
If you want to visualize the analog inputs via the PC program LeoPC1 (Firmware Version 4.0.xxx or
higher) the following must occur:
1. Establish a connection between LeoPC1 and the GCP.
2. Select in the menu "Devices" the topic "Refresh Configuration".
3. Restart LeoPC1 according to the requests.

Scaleable analog input 0/4 to 20 mA (analog input [T1] - [T3])
NOTE
The scalable analog inputs 0/4 to 20 mA can be configured alternatively for the following functions:
• Mains interchange (import/export) real power actual value (Parameter 24)
• Real power set point value (Parameter 78)
If one of the both functions is assigned to an available 0/4 to 20 mA input T{x} (refer to Parameter 24
and Parameter 78), that analog input T{x} must be configured to OFF. The analog input can no longer
be used as an alarm input.
Priority of the analog input functions

The following priority is valid if more than one function has been assigned to a analog input:
• Highest priority: Mains interchange (import/export) real power actual value measurement
• Middle priority: Real power set point value
0/4 to 20 mA sensors may be measured here. A description and the engineering unit may be assigned to the in-
put. The analog input is displayed with its description. Two limit levels can be monitored. The first limit level in-
itiates a class F1 alarm, the second limit level initiates a class F3 alarm.
Parameter 215 0/4 to 20 mA input; enable/disable ON/OFF

Analog input x
scalable ON ON ................The value of this input appears in the display and monitoring is
enabled. The subsequent parameters of this function are displayed.
[x = 1 to 3]
OFF ..............The value of this input does not appear in the display and monitoring
is disabled. The subsequent parameters of this function are not dis-
played.
NOTE
If the unit is equipped with a second communication interface (Option SB03 and Option SC10), this
parameter can only be configured via LeoPC1.
Parameter 216 0/4 to 20 mA input; description User defined text

Name and unit
---------------- The description of the analog input may be programmed using this parameter. A
maximum of four zeros may be used as placeholders for the numerical measuring
values. Characters may divide the placeholders (i.e. a comma). The measured val-
ues subsequently appear wherever the zeros are placed.

Parameter 217 0/4 to 20 mA input; measuring range 0 to 20 mA / 4 to 20mA

Analog input x
0-00mA The measuring range 0 to 20 mA or 4 to 20 mA is selected via this parameter. If 4
to 20 mA is configured and a current of less than 2 mA is measured, the controller
[x = 1 to 3]
assumes a wire break has occurred (see below).
Parameter 218 0/4 to 20 mA input; smallest input value -9,999 to 9,999

Value at
0% 0000 The user must assign a numeric value to the scaleable analog input that corresponds
to the smallest input value Definition of the lower value (i.e. 0 % equals 0 kW,
0 V, etc.) at the minimum analog input value of 0 mA or 4 mA.
Parameter 219 0/4 to 20 mA input; largest input value -9,999 to 9,999

Value at
100% 0000 The user must assign a numeric value to the scaleable analog input that corresponds
to the largest input value Definition of the upper value (i.e. 100 % equals
500 kW, 400 V, etc.) at the maximum analog input value of 20 mA.
Parameter 220 0/4 to 20 mA input; limit value for class F1 alarm -9,999 to 9,999
Limit warning
value -0000 If the measured value exceeds or falls below this configured threshold value (de-
pendent upon Parameter 223) for at least the delay time (Parameter 222), the fol-
lowing alarm class is initiated.
Parameter 221 0/4 to 20 mA input; limit value for class F3 alarm -9,999 to 9,999
Limit shutdown
value -0000 If the measured value exceeds or falls below this configured threshold value (de-
Parameter 222 0/4 to 20 mA input; delay time for limit values of class F1 and F3 alarm 0 to 650 s
Delay
limit 1/2 000s In order to initiate an alarm, the measured value must be over or under (dependent
upon Parameter 223) the configured threshold value (Parameter 220 or Para-
meter 221) without interruption for at least this time.
Parameter 223 0/4 to 20 mA input; monitoring for ... high limit mon. / low limit mon.
Monitoring for
---------------- A fault condition is recognized when the measured value has exceeded or fallen be-
low the threshold value (Parameter 220 or Parameter 221).
high limit mon.: The measured value must exceed the threshold value.
low limit mon.: The measured value must fall below the threshold value.

Pt100 Input (Analog Input [T4] to [T5])
Pt100 inputs may be measured here. The analog input is displayed with its description. Two threshold limits can
be monitored. The first level initiates a class F1 alarm, the second level initiates a class F3 alarm.
Parameter 224 Pt100 input; enable/disable ON/OFF

Temperature x
Pt100 ON ON ................The value of this input appears in the display and monitoring is
[x = 4 to 5]
played.
NOTE
Parameter 225 Pt100 input; description User defined text

***name****
-----------000°C The description of the analog input may be programmed using this parameter. A
maximum of eleven characters may be used to describe the measured value. In the
event of an alarm, the description and the monitored value are displayed with an
exclamation mark before the temperature.
Parameter 226 Pt100 input; limit value for class F1 alarm 0 to 200 °C
Limit
warning 000°C If the measured value exceeds or falls below this configured threshold value (de-
Parameter 227 Pt100 input; limit value for class F3 alarm 0 to 200 °C
Limit
shutdown 000°C If the measured value exceeds or falls below this configured threshold value (de-
Parameter 228 Pt100 input; delay time for limit values of class F1 and F3 alarm 0 to 650 s
Delay
limit 1/2 000s In order to initiate an alarm, the measured value must exceed or fall below (depen-
dent upon Parameter 229) the configured threshold value (Parameter 226 or Para-
meter 227) without interruption for at least this time.
Parameter 229 Pt100 input; monitoring for ... high limit mon. / low limit mon.
Monitoring for
high limit mon.: The measured value must exceed the threshold value.
NOTE
If temperature limit monitoring is not required, a threshold value, which is higher than the expected
monitored temperature, must be configured to the corresponding parameter (e.g. the ambient tempera-
ture is 100 °C).

VDO Input 'Pressure' (Analog Input [T6])
NOTE
The default threshold values are configured in "bar". If the engineering unit "psi" is configured (Para-
meter 144), the display of the measured values as well as the transmission via the interface appears in
"psi".
VDO inputs for pressure may be monitored here. The analog input is displayed with its description. Two thre-
shold levels can be monitored. The first level initiates a class F1 alarm, the second level initiates a class F3 alarm.
Parameter 230 VDO input, pressure; enable/disable ON/OFF

Analog input 6
VDO ON ON................ The value of this input appears in the display and monitoring is
OFF.............. The value of this input does not appears in the display and monitor-
ing is disabled. The subsequent parameters of this function are not
displayed.
NOTE
Parameter 231 VDO input, pressure; description User defined text

Name and unit
maximum of four zeros may be used as placeholders for the numerical measured
ues subsequently appear wherever the zeros are placed. The measured value will
always be displayed and transmitted via the interface in bar [× 0.1] or psi [× 0.1].
Parameter 232 VDO input, pressure; measuring range 0 to 5 / 0 to 10 bar

Analog input 6
VDO 0-00bar The measuring range of the analog input can be selected.
0 to 5 bar ..... Measuring range 0 to 180 Ohm
0 to 10 bar ... Measuring range 0 to 180 Ohm
Parameter 233 VDO input, pressure; limit value for class F1 alarm 0.0 to 10.0 bar
Limit warning
value 00.0bar If the measured value exceeds or falls below this configured threshold value (de-
Parameter 234 VDO input, pressure; limit value for class F3 alarm 0.0 to 10.0 bar
Limit shutdown
value 00.0bar If the measured value exceeds or falls below this configured threshold value (de-

Parameter 235 VDO input, pressure; delay time for limit values of class F1 and F3 alarm 0 to 650 s
Delay
dent upon Parameter 236) the threshold value (Parameter 233 or Parameter 235)
without interruption for at least this time.
Parameter 236 VDO input, pressure; monitoring for ... high limit mon. / low limit mon.
Monitoring for
high limit mon.: The measured value must exceed threshold.
low limit mon.: The measured actual value must fall below the threshold value.
VDO Input 'Temperature' (Analog Input [T7])
VDO inputs may be measured here (the input has been calibrated to the VDO sender 323.425 or 323.478 (0 to
380 ohm, 40 to 120 °C). The analog input is displayed with its description. Two threshold levels can be moni-
tored. The first level initiates a F1 class alarm, the second level initiates a class F3 alarm.
NOTE
Prior to ordering any VDO sender, ensure that the proper thread (metric or SAE) is ordered for your
application.
Figure 3-12: VDO transmitter 323.425 (slope)
Parameter 237 VDO input, temperature; enable/disable ON/OFF

Analog input 7
VDO ON ON ................The value of this input appears in the display and monitoring is
played.
NOTE

Parameter 238 VDO input, temperature; description User defined text

Name and unit
maximum of four zeros may be used as placeholders for the numerical measured
ues subsequently appear wherever the zeros are placed. The measured values sub-
sequently appear wherever the zeros are placed.
Parameter 239 VDO input, temperature; limit value for class F1 alarm 40 to 120 °C
Limit warning
value 000°C If the measured value exceeds or falls below this configured threshold value (de-
lowing alarm class is issued.
Parameter 240 VDO input, temperature; limit value for class F3 alarm 40 to 120 °C
Limit
shutdown 000°C If the measured value exceeds or falls below this configured threshold value (de-
lowing alarm class is issued.
Parameter 241 VDO input, temperature; delay time for limit values of class F1 and F3 alarm 0 to 650 s
Delay
dent upon Parameter 242) the threshold value (Parameter 239 or Parameter 240)
without interruption for at least this time.
Parameter 242 VDO input, temperature; monitoring for ... high limit mon. / low limit mon.
Monitoring for
high limit mon.: The measured value must exceed threshold value.
Monitoring Of The Measuring Range (All Analog Inputs)
Analog inputs; monitoring of the measuring range

Ana.input --.-
This message appears when the measured value exceeds or falls below the measur-
ing range occurs. A fault condition is initiated depending on the values specified
below.
NOTE
The GCP has the ability to monitor for possible wire break conditions if the measuring range has been
exceeded. If the configured measuring range is exceeded, an alarm will be issued and the affected ana-
log input will be deactivated.
Fault conditions are recognized when the measuring range exceeds the following values for each type
of input:
4 to 20 mA 2 mA and below
Pt100 216 °C and above
180 Ω VDO, 0 to 5 Bar 305 Ω and above
180 Ω VDO, 0 to 10 Bar 305 Ω and above

Engine Delayed Monitoring Of The Analog Inputs
Parameter 243 Analog inputs; engine delayed monitoring Y/N

Ana.in 12345678
SV.del. NNNNNYNN The analog inputs may be disabled until the engine has reached the configured fir-
ing speed (Parameter 272). This parameter specifies which analog inputs are to be
constantly enabled or disabled until firing speed has been achieved by configuring
a "Y" or an "N" below the input number.
Y ...................Monitoring of the analog input is enabled after firing speed has been
reached (the green LED "Protection" illuminates).
N ...................The analog input is always monitored.
Note: If the controller is equipped with 5 or more analog inputs, the screen for this
parameter will display 8 inputs. If the control is equipped with 4 or less analog in-
puts this parameter screen will display 4 inputs. If the control is equipped with
fewer inputs than are displayed on the screen, only changes made to the valid in-
puts will have any effect on the control.
Analog Inputs Selectable as Control Inputs
Parameter 244 Analog input as control input J/N

Ana.in 12345678
control NNNNNNNN This parameter defines if specific analog inputs operate as control inputs or not.
Y ...................The analog input operates as control input: The analog value is dis-
played and the configured relays are enabled when the configured
limits has been reached. However, an alarm will not be issued and a
message will not be transmitted on the CAN bus.
(A wire break will not effect the behavior of the control)
N ...................The analog input operates as described for the above settings.
Note: If the controller is equipped with 5 or more analog inputs, the screen for this
parameter will display 8 inputs. If the control is equipped with 4 or less analog in-
puts this parameter screen will display 4 inputs. If the control is equipped with
fewer inputs than are displayed on the screen, only changes made to the valid in-
puts will have any effect on the control.

Outputs
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NOTE
Parameter 245 Configuration of the outputs YES/NO

Configure
outputs YES The discrete outputs functionality and logic are configured in this block of parame-
and are skipped.
Analog Outputs (XPD, XPQ)
The analog output manager can be used to apply a specific measurement variable to the available analog outputs.
The output may be carried out as a 0 to 20 mA or as a 4 to 20 mA value. A list of the possible functions is con-
tained in Appendix A. Each variable is assigned a unique number. The variable may be scaled via an upper and a
lower output value. The outputs may also be assigned with prefixes (for further details, see "Analog output man-
ager" in Appendix A).
NOTE
The list of values and limits for the analog output manager is contained in Appendix A: "Analog Output
Manager" starting on page 146.
Possible outputs: Analog outputs terminals 120/121 and 122/123

Example: Analog output terminals 120/121
Parameter 246 Function for analog output 0 to 22

Analg.out.12O121
Parameter 00 The analog output function number of the desired function is configured here. A
list of all selectable functions, together with output and limit value ranges, is con-
tained in Appendix A.
Parameter 247 Analog output range OFF / 0 to 20 / 4 to 20 mA

Analg.out.12O121
0-00mA The output range 0 to 20 mA or 4 to 20 mA is selected using this parameter.
Parameter 248 Scaling the lower output value 0 to 9,990

Analg.out.12O121
0% 0000 The configurable limit for the 0% value is contained in Appendix A.
Parameter 249 Scaling the upper output value 0 to 9,990

Analg.out.12O121
100% 0000 The configurable limit for the 100% value is contained in Appendix A.

Relay Manager
The relay manager enables the assignment of a logical combination of functions to each relay. Each function has
been assigned a number. The numbers for these functions are entered into the configuration screen and are com-
bined to create a logical condition that energizes the assigned relay. Up to three function numbers may be com-
bined in this link. The length of the text for the logical condition must not exceed 16 characters. The control can
detect incorrect function numbers or formula constructions and will not accept these.
NOTE
The relay manager functions are listed in Appendix B: Relay Manager starting on page 149.
Permissible text/symbols for logic functions and their meaning include:

+ ....................OR operator (logic function)
* ....................AND operator (logic function)
- .....................NOT operator (logic function)
1, 2, 3, ... .......Function numbers
+/* .................the following applies "*" has precedence over "+"
Example Function Programmed text

of logical Relay is enabled, if ...
conditions ... function 22 is true. 22
and relevant ... function 22 is not true. - 22
texts ... both function 2 is true and function 27 is true. 2 * 27
... function 2 is true or function 27 is true. 2 + 27
... function 3 is true or function 5 is not true or function 13 is true. 3 + -5 + 13
... function 4 or 7 or 11 is true. 4 + 7 + 11
... function 4 is not true and function 7 is not true and function 11 is not true. - 4 * -7 * -11
... function 4 and 7 and 11 are true. 4 * 7 * 11
... function 7 and 11 are true or function 4 is true. 4 + 7 * 11
... function 4 is not true or function 7 is not true or function 11 is not true. -4 + -7 + -11
NOTE
Entering an illegal logical combination will delete the equation.
Parameter 250 Programming relay outputs

Assignm.relay x
3+-8+13 The relay x [x = 1 to 7] energizes, if the logical equation is met.
Example: 3 + -8 + 13 (OR link)
[x = 1 to 7] 3 a class F3 alarm has occurred
-8 operation mode MANUAL has not been selected
13 "Generator underspeed" alarm is present

Engine
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NOTE
Parameter 251 Configuration of the engine YES/NO

Configure
engine YES The engine functionality and protection are configured in this block of parameters.
and are skipped.
Parameter 252 Engine; auxiliary prerun (start preparation) 0 to 999 s

Aux.services
prerun 000s Prior to each starting sequence, a relay output (relay manager function 52) can be
enabled (i.e. pre-lube pumps run) for the time configured in this parameter. A mes-
sage is displayed when the relay output is enabled. This relay output is automatical-
ly enabled in MANUAL operation mode. The relay output will remain enabled un-
til the operation mode is changed from MANUAL.
CAUTION
This delay is ignored in the event of emergency power operation. The engine is
started immediately.
Parameter 253 Engine; auxiliary postrun 0 to 999 s

Aux.services
postrun 000s The relay output (relay manager function 52) can be enabled for this time following
each engine cool down (i.e. operate a coolant pump). If the operation mode is
changed from MANUAL to STOP or AUTOMATIC without an engine start re-
quest, the relay output remains enabled for the configured time and a message is
displayed.
Parameter 254 Engine; start/stop sequence for ... DIESEL/GAS/EXTERNAL

Start-stop-logic
---------------- DIESEL ....... Start/stop logic is performed for a diesel engine.
GAS ............. Start/stop logic is performed for a gas engine.
EXTERNAL Start/stop logic is performed externally (the start/stop sequence is
disabled).

Start/Stop Sequence 'Gas Engine'
NOTE
The configured number of start attempts (Parameter 258) will be performed.
Time jump without Pickup active: < 15 Hz

1500 1/min
min. speed starter is not reached
Start frequency
f-contr. + time
ZD (1)
min. speed starter
(Pickup ON)
[1/min] (2) [1/min]
Speed governor
Approach idle
gas position
Engine monitoring
activated
Start request
Gas valve
Ignition
Starter
t/s
tSt tZV tSPZ tZV tGV tMV tN tZN
Delayed engine
monitoring 00s
Ignition speed reached
Start attempt Start attempt

unsuccessful successful
Start Stop
Speed curve with Pickup (1) Disengaging of the starter (2) Switching-on of
Speed curve without Pickup the ignition
Ignition and gas ON
Figure 3-13: Start-Stop sequence: Gas engine
The signs and indices mean:

tSta............ Approach idle gas position [s]
tZV ........... Firing delay [s]
tGV ........... Gas valve delay [s]
tSPZ .......... Time between two start attempts [s]
tMV ........... Delayed engine monitoring [s]
tZN ........... Ignition coasting [s]; pre-specified: 5 s
tN ............. Engine cool down time [s]
(1) ........... Disengagement of the starter; Ignition and gas also ON
(2) ........... Switching ON the ignition

Starting Sequence
If the control is equipped with a three-position frequency controller, a continuous "Frequency lower prior to
start" signal (time adjustable via Parameter 262) is output before starting the engine. The starter is enabled after
the time configured in parameter 262 expires. The ignition is enabled following the expiration of the ignition de-
lay time (Parameter 256) and if the engine is rotating with at least the configured "minimum speed for ignit."
(Parameter 255). Following the expiration of the gas valve delay (Parameter 257), the gas valve is enabled. If the
starting sequence finishes successfully (the firing speed (Parameter 272) was exceeded) the starter is disengaged.
The gas valve and the ignition remain enabled by means of the firing speed. After reaching the "f-controller:
starting frequency" (Parameter 39) and the delayed engine monitoring has expired (Parameter 271), the speed
controller is enabled.
Stopping Sequence
When the start request is terminated, a power reduction is performed (if the real power controller is enabled,
Parameter 74). After the GCB has opened, an engine cool down is performed (Parameter 270). When the engine
cool down period expires, the gas valve is closed, and the engine is stopped. When the engine speed falls below
the firing speed (Parameter 272), the engine starting sequence is disabled for 10 seconds. If the engine fails to
stop after 30 seconds, an alarm message is issued and a F3 class alarm is initiated.
After the engine speed has fallen below the firing speed, the ignition will remain enabled for an additional
5 seconds so that any gas remaining in the cylinders is able to combust.
Safety Instructions To Control Gas Valves
In order to ensure a safe shutdown of the gas valves, a separate shutdown circuit must be utilized.
The following is recommended to prevent the gas valve from failing to close due to stuck relays.
Controlling gas valves with the GCP
The GCP relay manager from V4.1001 and on contains function 131 ("fuel valve ON"). This function exists in
the GCP so that a relay configured with this function behaves like the "Gas valve" relay.
The wiring diagram shown below is an example of a recommended gas valve control system in the gas line.
Emergency Relay
stop manager
param. 131 K1 K2
GCP-30 44 GCP-30
43 Gas valve 1 Gas valve 2

Gas
valve K1 K2
Figure 3-14: Wiring diagram for opening gas valves with the GCP-30 from V4.1001

Parameter
Parameter 255 Gas engine; minimum start speed 0 to 999 rpm

Min.speed for
ignit. 000 rpm L The minimum starter speed can only be detected if the magnetic pick-up
has been enabled (Parameter 280).
This screen is only visible if the
parameter "Pickup" is set "ON".
Once the ignition delay (Parameter 256) has expired, the engine must exceed the
speed configured with this parameter in order to enable the ignition relay (relay
manager function 84).
Parameter 256 Gas engine; ignition delay 0 to 99 s

Ignition delay
00s In gas engine applications a purging operation is frequently desired prior to start-
ing. The ignition delay is initiated when the starter is engaged. If this time has ex-
pired and the "Minimum speed for ignition" (Parameter 255) has been exceeded,
the ignition is enabled.
Parameter 257 Gas engine; gas valve delay 0 to 99 s

Gasvalve delay
00s This timer is initiated once the ignition is enabled. Once this timer has expired and
the engine speed is at least 150 rpm, the gas valve is opened. Upon reaching the fir-
ing speed (Parameter 272) the relay remains energized until the engine stops.
Parameter 258 Gas engine; maximum number of start attempts 1 to 6

Max. attempts to
start 0 The control will initiate up to this number of start attempts. If the engine cannot be
started within this number of start attempts, an alarm message is issued.
Parameter 259 Gas engine; engagement time of the starter 2 to 99 s

Starter time
00s The maximum amount of time the starter will crank the engine during a start se-
quence.
Parameter 260 Gas engine; time between two start attempts 1 to 99 s

Start pause time
00s The delay time between the individual start attempts.
Parameter 261 Gas engine; frequency lower prior to start ON/OFF

f lower before
start ON If this function is enabled and the control is equipped with a three-step frequency
controller, the command "lower engine speed" is issued for the time configured in
with three-step controllers only
Parameter 262 before the starter is engaged. The low-idle position must either be
equipped with a limit switch or the engine potentiometer must be equipped with a
slipping clutch to protect the device once the lowest possible setting has been
achieved. A message is displayed while this function is active.
CAUTION
The engine starting is delay by means of the low-idle position in the event of emer-
gency power operation.
Parameter 262 Gas engine; frequency lower prior to start (time) 0 to 999 s
time f lower
bef.start 000s The duration that the "lower engine speed" signal (Parameter 261) is output.

Start/Stop Sequence 'Diesel Engine'
NOTE
The configured number of start attempts (Parameter 264) will be performed.
1500 1/min
Start frequency
f-contr. + time
ZD
Speed governor
Approach idle
gas position
Engine monitoring
activated
Start request
Start relay
Pre-glow
Starter 0,5 s 0,5 s
t/s
tSta tVG tEin tSPZ tVG tEin tMV tN
Delayed engine
monitoring 00s
Ignition speed reached
Start attempt Start attempt

unsuccessful successful
Start Stop
Figure 3-15: Start-stop sequence: Diesel engine
The signs and indices mean:

tSta ........... Approach idle fuel position [s]
tVG ........... Pre-glow time [s]
tEin ........... Crank time [s]
tSPZ .......... Time between two start attempts [s]
tMV .......... Delayed engine monitoring [s]
tN............. Engine cool down time [s]

Starting Sequence
If the control is equipped with a three-position frequency controller, a continuous "Frequency lower prior to
start" signal (time adjustable via Parameter 268) is output before starting the engine. The "Pre-glow" relay is
enabled for the time configured in Parameter 263 after the frequency lower signal terminates. After the pre-glow
cycle terminates, the fuel relay is enabled (Parameter 269), followed by the crank relay. Once the firing speed
(Parameter 272) has been exceeded, the starter disengages, and the fuel relay remains enabled by means of the
firing speed. After reaching the "f-controller: starting frequency" (Parameter 39) and the delayed engine monitor-
ing has expired (Parameter 271), the speed controller is enabled.
Stopping Sequence
When the start request is terminated, a power reduction is performed (if the real power controller is enabled,
Parameter 74). Once the GCB has opened, an engine cool down is performed (Parameter 270). When the engine
cool down period expires, the fuel relay is de-energized and the engine is stopped. When the engine speed falls
below the firing speed (Parameter 272), the engine starting sequence is disabled for 10 seconds. If the engine
fails to stop after 30 seconds, an alarm message is issued and a F3 class alarm is initiated.
Parameter
Parameter 263 Diesel engine; pre-glow time 0 to 99 s

Preglow time
00s Prior to each starting sequence, the engine glow plugs are energized for this time
period.
Parameter 264 Diesel engine; maximum number of start attempts 1 to 6

Max. attempts to
Start 0 The control will initiate up to this number of start attempts. If the engine cannot be
started within this number of start attempts, an alarm message is issued.
Parameter 265 Diesel engine; crank time 2 to 99 s

Starter time
00s The maximum amount of time the starter will crank the engine during a start se-
quence.
Parameter 266 Diesel engine; time between two start attempts 1 to 99 s

Start pause time
00s The delay time between the individual start attempts.
Parameter 267 Diesel engine; frequency lower prior to start ON/OFF

f lower before
start OFF If this function is enabled and the control is equipped with a three-step frequency
controller, the command "lower engine speed" is issued for the time configured in
Parameter 268 before the starter is engaged. The low-idle position must either be
equipped with a limiting switch, or the engine potentiometer must be equipped with
a slipping clutch to protect the devices. A message is displayed.
CAUTION
The engine starting is delay by means of the low-idle position in the event of emer-
gency power operation.

Parameter 268 Diesel engine; frequency lower prior to start (time) 0 to 999 s
time f lower
bef.start 000s The duration that the "lower engine speed" signal (see Parameter 267) is output.
with threestep controllers only
Parameter 269 Diesel engine; fuel solenoid logic open to stop / close to stop
Fuel relay logic
---------------- open to stop . The fuel solenoid is energized prior to each start sequence. In order
to stop the engine, the fuel solenoid is de-energized.
close to stop In order to stop the engine, the fuel shutdown solenoid is energized.
The fuel shutdown solenoid remains energized for an additional
30 seconds once the engine speed drops below firing speed (Para-
meter 272) and the generator voltage is less than 20 V.
Cool Down
Parameter 270 Engine; cool down time 0 to 999 s
Cool down time
000s If the engine performs a normal shutdown (i.e. STOP mode initiated) or an F2 class
alarm has been initiated, an engine cool down period with frequency control is per-
formed for the time configured here after the GCB opens. The engine will shut-
down following the conclusion of the engine cool down period. If the engine cool
down has terminated (cool down time has been expired) and engine speed (Para-
meter 272) is still detected after 30 seconds, an engine failure to stop message is
displayed.
Note
The GCP will not perform a cool down period unless the GCB reply (terminal 4)
has been de-energized for at least 5 seconds, indicating that the breaker has been
closed.

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Manual 37365A
[RPM]
Rated speed
[1/min; RPM]
Firing
speed [ZD]
Delayed Engine Monitoring And Firing Speed
t [s]
Start request
t [s]
Ignition speed
reached [ZD]
tMV
t [s]
Delayed engine
monitoring
t [s]
GCP-30 Series Packages - Genset Control
© Woodward
Firing Speed - Engine Monitoring Delay 2003-09-05.cdr
Figure 3-16: Delayed engine monitoring

Parameter 271 Engine; delayed engine monitoring 1 to 99 s

Delayed engine
monitoring 00s A delay may be configured to prevent the GCP from monitoring for selected alarms
(e.g. oil pressure, generator underfrequency, etc.) for a specific time period after
the engine has reached the firing speed.
Parameter 272 Engine; firing speed reached 5 to 70 Hz

Firing speed
reached f >00Hz Once the engine has achieved this configured firing speed, the starter is disengaged
(switched off) and the frequency controller is enabled.
Note
The GCP may be configured to monitor for firing speed via the MPU input or the
frequency of the generated voltage. If the MPU input has been enabled, the GCP is
able to monitor frequencies as low as 5Hz accurately. If the MPU input has not
been enabled, the GCP will monitor that firing speed has been achieved when the
monitored frequency has achieved 15Hz or greater depending upon the configured
value.
Parameter 273 Engine; speed detected from 5.0 to 25.0 %

Speed detected
V L1-L2 > 00.0% When the monitored voltage surpasses the value configured for this parameter, the
GCP will recognize that engine has achieved firing speed.
The configured value for this parameter is a percentage of the voltage rating confi-
gured for the voltage inputs (Parameter 17). Speed will only be detected when the
monitored voltage between L1 and L2 (terminals 20/21) exceeds this configured
percentage of the rated system voltage. If the configured threshold value for this
parameter is to low, EMI induced voltages from other sources may cause the con-
trol to incorrectly detect speed and issue a nuisance fault condition resulting in a
shutdown alarm.
Note
Regardless of the value configured for this parameter, speed will only be detected if
the monitored voltage between L1 and L2 (terminals 20/21) is more than 5% of the
configured rated voltage of the generator potential transformer secondary (Para-
meter 10).
Attention
The GCP may fail to detect speed or frequency on applications without an MPU if
the threshold for this parameter is configured to high.

Magnetic Pick-Up Input
Measuring the engine speed may be performed by means of a Magnetic Pickup. The use of an alternator or a ta-
cho generator to detect engine speed are alternate methods of monitoring if the engine has achieved firing speed.
If an alternate means of detecting engine speed is utilized, then the GCP must receive a signal via terminal 62
(refer to Acknowledge firing speed via terminal 62 on page 113). Refer to the Installation Manual 37364 for the
wiring diagram that pertains to your specific controller.
Parameter 274 Magnetic pickup; measurement ON/OFF

Pickup input
ON ON ................The Magnetic Pickup input is enabled to monitor engine speed. The
GCP utilizes the signal from the MPU to detect when firing speed
has been achieved. The engine speed signal monitored via the MPU
is used to disengage the starter.
OFF ..............The MPU input is disabled. All speed and frequency monitor-
ing/control is performed via generator frequency. The GCP utilizes
the frequency of the monitored generator voltage to detect when fir-
ing speed has been achieved. The starter will disengage when the
GCP detects that the frequency has exceeded 15Hz or higher (depen-
dent upon how "Firing speed reached f> 00Hz" (Parameter 272) is
configured).
Parameter 275 Magnetic pickup; number of teeth on flywheel 30 to 280

Number of pickup
teeth 000 Number of pulses per revolution.
Plausibility monitoring:
The GCP performs plausibility checks to ensure that the frequency of the voltage
and engine speed match. This is performed by comparing the frequency of the gen-
erated voltage and the mechanical speed of the engine as determined by the MPU
signal. If the two frequencies are not identical, a F1 class alarm is issued. Plausibili-
ty monitoring is enabled after the delayed engine monitoring (Parameter 271) ex-
pires and is performed continuously while the generator is operating.
Parameter 276 Magnetic pickup; rated speed at rated frequency 0 to 3,000 rpm
Gen.rated speed
0000 rpm The number of revolutions per minute that the engine will turn at while the genera-
tor is producing voltage at the rated frequency.
Note
In normal direct drive applications the following are typical settings. These values
will vary if a transmission is used.
60Hz = 1800 RPM
50Hz = 1500 RPM

Counter / Real Time Clock

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NOTE
Parameter 277 Configuration of the counters YES/NO

Configure
counters YES The counters are configured in this block of parameters. This parameter has the fol-
lowing effects:
and are skipped.
Maintenance Call
Parameter 278 Counter; maintenance call 0 to 9,999 h
Service interval
in 0000h A maintenance counter may be desired to alert the operator that the generator has
run for a specified number of hours and preventive maintenance should be per-
formed. This parameter defines the length of the time period for the maintenance
call. This timer functions as a count down timer. When this time expires, a message
is issued (F1 class alarm) to alert the operator.
Note
The maintenance call counter may be disabled, preventing the maintenance alarm
from being issued, by configuring the time for 0000h.
Proceed as follows to acknowledge the maintenance call:
• After the maintenance interval has expired, the message "Service" is displayed, the alarm LED is
flashing, and the horn (if present) is enabled.
• The horn may be silenced by pressing the RESET button. The maintenance call may not be acknowl-
edged at this point in time.
• The maintenance will be performed now.
• After successful maintenance, acknowledge the message by navigating to the display screen "Service
in 000h" using the "Select" button.
• Press and hold the "Digit" button for 10 seconds.
• The time remaining in the new maintenance interval is displayed, but the message "Service" remains
active.
• Acknowledge the message by pressing the RESET button.
NOTE
If a maintenance is to be performed before the maintenance interval expires, the new maintenance in-
terval may also be reset as described bove.

Operating Hours Counter
NOTE
If the unit is equipped with Option SC10, and the MDEC or J1939 coupling is enabled as well, the oper-
ating hours will be taken over from the engine control unit. Please refer to manual 37382 for further in-
formation.
Parameter 279 Counter; operating hours counter 0 to 65,000 h

Set oper.hours
counter 00000h This parameter can be used to specify the number of hours an engine has been in
operation. This permits the user to display the correct number of engine hours if the
controller is retrofitted to an older engine or the controller is replacing an older
controller.
NOTE
If the operating hours counter is to be changed from the factory default value, the controller must be in
code level CS2 before the change can be made. For safety reasons, the counter is set in a 2-step se-
quence.
The following sequence applies:
Step 1: Configure new value
-- Set and store the desired operating hours
Step 2: Integrate the new operating hours
-- Terminate the configuration mode and switch to AUTOMATIC mode
-- Display the operating hours
-- Press and hold the "Digit" button for at least 5 seconds.
Start Counter
Parameter 280 Counter; number of engine starts 0 to 32,000
Set start
counter 00000 The start counter is used to display how many starts of the engine have been at-
tempted. Following each starting attempt (successful or not) the start counter is in-
creased by one. This parameter permits the user to display the correct number of
starts if this controller is retrofitted to an older engine, a starter is replaced, or this
controller is replacing an older controller.
Only maintenance personnel should configure the start counter!
NOTE
If the engine start counter is to be changed from the factory default value, the controller must be in
code level CS2 before the change can be made. For safety reasons, the counter is set in a 2-step se-
quence.
The following sequence applies:
-- Set and store the desired number of starts
Step 2: Integrate the new number of starts
-- Terminate the configuration mode and switch to AUTOMATIC mode
-- Display the number of engine starts
-- Press and hold the "Digit" button for at least 5 seconds

kWh Counter
Parameter 281 Counter; power measurement scaling kWh/MWh
kWh counter
set in --- The power produced may be measured in kWh or MWh. The user defined which
scale is desired for the controller with this parameter.
Parameter 282 Counter; kWh 0 to 65,500 kWh/MWh

kWh counter
set 00000--- The kWh/MWh counter (depending on Parameter 281) is used to display how
much power the generator has produced. This parameter permits the user to display
the correct kWh/MWh if this controller retrofitted to an older generator or this con-
troller is replacing an older controller.
NOTE
If the kWh counter is to be changed from the factory default value, the controller must be in code level
CS2 before the change can be made. The counter is set in a two-step procedure due to safety reasons.
The following proceeding is valid:
-- Set and store the desired counter values for the parameters 293 and 294
Step 2: Integrate the new value
-- Terminate the configuration mode and change to AUTOMATIC mode
-- Display the kWh counter
-- Press and hold the "Digit" button for at least 5 seconds

Real Time Clock (XPD, XPQ)
NOTE
If multiple GCP control units are on a common CAN bus, all clocks are synchronized daily at 12:00
o'clock (noon) to the time of the control with the lowest CAN bus ID/generator number (Parameter 4).
This makes it essential that each GCP has a different control number.
Parameter 283 Real time clock; time

Time
00:00 Setting of the hours and minutes of the internal real time clock.
Hour
00 0th hour of the day (midnight)
01 1st hour of the day
... ...
23 23rd hour of the day
Minute
00 0th minute of the hour
01 1st minute of the hour
... ...
59 59th minute of the hour
Parameter 284 Real time clock; year/month

Year,month
00,01 Setting the year and month of the internal real time clock.
Year
99 Year 1999
00 Year 2000
01 Year 2001
... ...
Month
01 January
02 February
... ...
12 December
Parameter 285 Real time clock; day/day of week

Day/weekday
01/1 Setting of the day and weekday of the internal real time clock.
Day
01 1st of the month
02 2nd of the month
... ...
31 31st of the month, if available
Weekday
1 Monday
2 Tuesday
... ...
7 Sunday

Current Slave Pointer
A current slave pointer, which records and stores the maximum generator current, is implemented in the control.
The display of the maximum generator current can be selected in the Automatic mode by pressing the "Mes-
sage" button. The following screen appears in the display:
Parameter 286 Current slave pointer; display of the maximum generator current
000 000 000 000
max. Gen.current The maximum generator current in each phase is displayed.
Reset: Pressing and holding the "reset" button for 3 seconds while the current slave
pointer screen is being displayed will reset the memory.

Chapter 4.
Commissioning
DANGER - HIGH VOLTAGE

When commissioning the control, please observe all safety rules that apply to the handling of live
equipment. Ensure that you know how to provide first aid in the event of an uncontrolled release of
energy and that you know where the first aid kit and the nearest telephone are. Never touch any live
components of the system or on the back of the system:
LIFE THREATENING
WARNING
Only a qualified technician may commission the unit. The "EMERGENCY-STOP" function must be op-
erational prior to commissioning of the system and must not depend on the unit for its operation.
WARNING
A discrete Input assigned to an "Emergency Stop" function is only a signaling input. This input may
only be used to signal that an external emergency stop button has been actuated. According to EN
60204, this input is not approved to be used as the emergency stop function. The emergency stop func-
tion must be implemented external to the control and cannot rely on the control to function properly.
CAUTION
Prior to commissioning ensure that all measuring devices are connected in correct phase sequence.
The connect command for the unit circuit breaker must be disconnected at the unit circuit breaker. The
field rotation must be monitored for proper rotation. Any absence of or incorrect connection of voltage
measuring devices or other signals may lead to malfunctions and damage the unit, the engine, and/or
components connected to the unit!
Commissioning Procedure:
1. After wiring the unit and ensuring all voltage-measuring devices are phased correctly, apply the control
system voltage (i.e. 12/24 Vdc). The "Operation" LED will illuminate.
2. Simultaneously pressing the "Digit↑" and "Cursor→" buttons will enable the configuration mode. After
entering the proper access code number, the unit may be configured according to the application require-
ments (refer to the parameters section).
3. After applying the measuring variables, the unit will display the measured values. These values should be
confirmed with a calibrated measuring instrument.
4. The initial start of the engine should be performed in the MANUAL operation mode (press the "MA-
NUAL" button). Start the engine ("START" button) and then stop it ("STOP" button). All generator-
measured values must be checked. Any alarm messages should be investigated as well.
5. Check the automatic start sequence by means of the TEST operation mode (press the "TEST" push-
button). Test the protections that result in alarms with shutdowns.

6. "AUTO" operation mode (press the "AUTO" button): Applying the automatic control inputs and the en-
gine start request can now carry out automatic starting with subsequent synchronization.
Check synchronization: Disable the GCB from being able to close onto the two systems. Check the gene-
rator and the generator busbar rotating fields. Check the connect command with a zero voltmeter (deter-
mination of the phase angle) at the generator power circuit breaker (GCB). If several correct synchroniz-
ing pulses have been output, switch the operation mode to "STOP" and re-enable the GCB closing circuit
("Command: close GCB") with the engine in "STOP" mode.
7. If steps 1 through 6 have been carried out successfully, parallel operations may be commenced. It is rec-
ommended to start with a constant power/baseload operation (approx. 25 % of the generator rated power)
initially. While this operation is being carried out, the displayed measured values must be verified. Test
the GCB shutdown. Check the real power controller and if necessary the power factor controller for prop-
er operation. Enter various set point values and verify proper operation.
8. If the mains parallel operation performs in a satisfactory manner, the synchronization of the mains power
circuit breaker (MCB) must be checked:
A power failure in the system must be simulated or observed by the controller. During a mains parallel
operation, change the operation mode from AUTOMATIC to MANUAL. Open the MCB ("MCB ON"
LED will turn off). Press the AUTOMATIC mode button to return the controller back to the AUTOMAT-
IC operation mode.
Check the generator busbar and the mains rotating field. Disable the MCB from being able to close onto
the two systems. Check the connect command with a zero voltmeter (determination of the phase angle) at
the MCB. If several correct synchronizing pulses have been output, switch the operation mode to "STOP"
and re-enable the GCB closing circuit ("Command: close MCB") with the engine in "STOP" mode.
9. Test the emergency power operation functions
NOTE
The MCB and GCB reply messages are processed as negative logic. When the breaker is open, the
breaker reply (terminal 4/54) input should be energized (12/24Vdc). When the breaker is closed, the cor-
responding breaker reply input is de-energized (0Vdc). The circuit breaker auxiliary contacts should be
configured as normally closed! The CB aux contacts should be configured as normally closed! Refer to
the description of the auxiliary and control inputs starting on page 10. It is vital that these replies be
connected!
Electrical insulation between voltage supply and discrete control and feedback inputs: By the use of corres-
ponding external wiring, the common reference point of the discrete inputs can be electrically isolated from the
supply voltage (0 V, terminal 2). This is necessary if the discrete inputs are not to be triggered with 24 Vdc and
electrical isolation of the control voltage (e. g. 220 Vdc, 220 Vac) from the supply voltage must be insured.

Appendix A.
Analog output manager
(XPD, XPQ)
NOTE
The functions listed below can only be output correctly if the existing version of the control permits
this.
Func- Output Value Input of the two limit values

tion
0 The analog output is disabled. N/A N/A
1 Actual generator real power [dimension- 0% Lower power limit (can also be
less] negative) e.g. -0050 kW
100% Upper power limit (can also be
negative) e.g. 0200 kW
2 Actual generator power factor ϕ [dimension- 0% Lower interval to power factor ϕ=1
[e.g. (-070 to +080) /100] less] e.g. -0030 corresponds to c0.70
(Definition at end of Table) 100% Upper interval to power factor ϕ=1
e.g. 0030 corresponds to i0.70
3 Actual generator frequency [Hz∗100] 0% Lower frequency e.g. 0000
corresponds to 00.00 Hz.
100% Upper frequency e.g. 7000
corresponds to 70.00 Hz.
4 Actual generator reactive power [kvar] 0% capacitive reactive power
(negative) e.g -0100 kvar
100% inductive reactive power
(positive) e.g. +0100 kvar
5 Rated power of all generators [kW]
connected to generator busbar
minus nominal actual power 0% Lower power (can also be
negative) e.g.-0050 kW
6 Total actual power of all genera- [kW] 100% Upper power (can also be
tors connected to generator bus- negative) e.g. 0200 kW
bar
7 Generator apparent current in L1 [A]
8 Generator apparent current in L2 [A] 0% Lower current output

e.g. 0000 A
100% Upper current output
e.g. 500 A
9 Generator apparent current in L3 [A]
10 Speed via MPU [min-1] 0% Lower speed

e.g. 0000 rpm
100% Upper speed
e.g. 3000 rpm

Func- Output Value Input of the two limit values

tion
11 Analog input [T1] [°C] or
[°F] or
freely scaleable

[°F] or
freely scaleable

[°F] or
freely scaleable
0% Lower measured value
e.g. 0000 corresponds to 000 °C
at temperature input
[°F] or
100% Upper measuring value
freely scaleable
e.g. 0255 corresponds to 255 °C
at temperature input
[°F] or
0% Lower measured value e.g. 0000
freely scaleable
corresponds to 00.0 bar oil pressure
100% Upper measured value e.g. 0100
16 Analog input [T6] [Bar] or corresponds to 10.0 bar oil pressure
[PSI] or
freely scaleable
17 Analog input [T7] [Bar] or

[PSI] or
freely scaleable
18 --free-- [°C] or
[°F] or
freely scaleable
19 Actual mains interchange (im- [kW] 0% lower power

port/export) real power e.g. -0800 kW
100% upper power
e.g. 0800 kW
20 Mains apparent current in L1 [A] 0% Lower current output
e.g. 0000 A
100% Upper current output
e.g. 500 A
21 Mains power factor ϕ [dimension- 0% Lower interval to power factor ϕ=1
[e. g. (-070 to +080) /100] less] e.g. -0030 corresponds to k0,70
(Definition at end of Table) 100% Upper interval to power factor ϕ=1
e.g. 0030 corresponds to i0,70
22 Actual mains reactive power [kvar] 0% capacitive reactive power (negative) e.g. -0100 kvar
100% inductive reactive power (positive) e.g. +0100 kvar
23 --free--
24 Generator real power set point, [kW] 0% lower set point

which is currently issued by the e.g. 0000 kW
ramp of the real power controller 100% higher set point
(Parameter 75) e.g. 0800 kW
The actual value of the generator
real power is issued in isolated
operation

The designation 0 % stands for either 4 mA or 0 mA; the designation 100 % stands for 20 mA. The values may
also be assigned with prefixes (see relay manager function 1).
Definition of power factor cos ϕ scaling: According to the scaling of the analog output, the power factor can be
output within the range from capacitive values ranging from c0.00 via power factor ϕ = 1 to inductive values up
to i0.00.
Power factor = 1,00
Capacitive Inductive
Lower distance Higher distance
eg. 0030 eg. 0030
Scalable range (0..20 mA)
k 0.00 eg. k0.70..1.00..i0.70 i 0.00
Figure 4-1: Analog outputs - power factor scaling

Appendix B.
Relay Manager
No. Output Explanation

1 Alarm class 1
2 Alarm class 2
3 Alarm class 3
4 Firing speed reached (engine running)
5 Mains failure; undelayed The function reacts according to the
status of the breakers. The condi-
tions described in chapter "Emer-
gency power" apply.
6 Battery undervoltage
7 AUTOMATIC operation mode
8 MANUAL operation mode
9 TEST operation mode
10 STOP operation mode
11 Generator undervoltage
12 Generator overvoltage
13 Generator underfrequency
14 Generator overfrequency
15 Generator overcurrent level 1
16 "Synchronization GCB" or "Connect GCB" time monitoring alarm
17 Engine start failure
18 Generator unbalanced load
19 Generator overload
20 Generator reverse/reduced power
21 Readiness for operation Output via relay manager
22#1 Analog input [T1], level 1
36 Discrete input [D01]
#1
(XPD, XPQ Packages only)


52 Auxiliary services i.e. prelube/cooling pumps
53#1 --Internal--
54 Centralized alarm (class F1, F2, or F3 alarm; enabled until acknowledge-
ment)
55 TEST or AUTOMATIC operation mode selected
56 Generator power watchdog, level 1
57 MCB is closed
58 GCB is closed
59#2 Interface fault Y1/Y5
60 Mains parallel operation is desired: disable interlock of GCB <> MCB
61 Overcurrent I/t or generator overcurrent, level 2
62 Introduce load-shedding: Connection / synchronization of GCB is carried Signal is enabled prior to connection
out or circuit breaker is closed / synchronization and remains
enabled after circuit breaker is
closed.
63 MCB connected / synchronization carried out or circuit breaker is closed Signal is enabled prior to connection
/ synchronization and remains
enabled after circuit breaker is
closed.
64 Overspeed via Magnetic Pickup
65 Emergency power is active
66 Shutdown malfunction
67 Power watchdog for power supplied by the mains
68 Maintenance call
69 MPU speed/generator frequency mismatch The monitored generator frequency
and the engine speed from the MPU
are different
70 "Synchronization MCB" or. "Connect MCB" time monitoring alarm.
71 GCB synchronization will be performed
72 MCB synchronization will be performed
73 Lamp test active
74 Malfunction "Reply: GCB is open" - fault on closing The GCB cannot be closed after 5 at-
tempts.
75 Malfunction "Reply: MCB is open" - fault on closing The MCB cannot be closed after 5
attempts.
76 Malfunction "Reply: GCB is open" - fault on opening 2 s following the "Command: open
GCB" a reply continues to be de-
tected.
77 Malfunction "Reply: MCB is open" - fault on opening 2 s following the "Command: open
MCB" a reply continues to be de-
tected.
78 Power supplied by the mains not able to achieve zero power (P>0<P) In the event of interchange synchro-
nization, the zero incoming power
cannot be attained. The MCB is pre-
vented from opening as a result of
this. Reset via acknowledgment.
79 Connect time for dead bus start exceeded
80 Generator power watchdog, level 2
#1
special versions only
#2
(Option SC10)


81 CCW mains rotating field
82 Engine enable Set engine enable
As long as there is a start request for
the engine and during cool down, the
operation of the engine is enabled
(i.e. AUTOMATIC operation mode
and discrete input 3/5, emergency
power, start via interface, manual
start, etc. are energized/enabled).
Reset engine enable

The engine enable will be reset if a
start request is no longer present due
to a manual stop, an F3 alarm class,
or during the engine stop time, and if
"zero" speed is detected and a start
request is not present or coasting is
not taking place.
83 "RESET" button pressed
84 Preheating/firing ON (pre-assigned to relay [7]) pre-assigned default value
85 Group alarm of class F1, F2, or F3 alarm (pre-assigned to relay [8]) pre-assigned default value
Horn: after 2 min independent shu-
toff
86#1 --Internal--
87#1 --Internal--
88 Generator voltage and/or frequency are not in range (undelayed)
89 Busbar voltage and/or frequency are not in range (undelayed)
90#1 --Internal--
91 MPU detects nominal speed (+/-6 %)
92 Mains voltage fault via protection device
93 Mains frequency fault via protection device
94 Phase/vector shift fault via protection device
95#1 --Internal--
96 Delayed engine monitoring time exceeded
97 Sprinkler mode is active (included Sprinkler coasting)
98#2 IKD1 discrete input 1
#1
#2
(Option SC10)


114#1 Three-position controller: n+ / f+ / P+
115#1 Three-position controller: n- / f- / P- (use an external Resistive/Capacitive
116#1 Three-position controller: V+ / Q+ protection circuit)
117#1 Three-position controller: V- / Q-
118#2 --Internal--
119#3 Wire break Analog input [T1]
126#2 --Internal--
127#2 --Internal--
128#2 --Internal--
129#4 Failure lambda probe
130#4 Lambda controller ON
131 Fuel relay is ON / stop relay is ON / gas valve is ON
132#2 --Internal--
133 Idle mode active
134#4 IKD1 communication OK
135#4 IKD2 communication OK
136#4 ST3 communication OK
137#4 MDEC communication OK
138#4 J1939 communication OK
139 Phase rotation generator and mains mismatch
140 Direction of rotation, mains voltage: CW
141 Direction of rotation, generator voltage: CCW
142 Direction of rotation, generator voltage: CW
143 Starter engaged (cranking)
144 GCB is to be opened
145#2 --Internal--
146 Parallel operation CB from V4.3010
147#2 --Internal--
148 Unintended stop from V4.3010
149 Interface error X1/X5 from V4.3010
150#4 ECU yellow alarm from V4.3030
151#4 ECU red alarm from V4.3030
152#2 --Internal--
153#2 --Internal--
154#2 --Internal--
155#2 --Internal--
156#2 --Internal--
157 Engine cool down from V4.3046
158 Mains settling time is running from V4.3046
#1
(BPQ, XPQ Package)
#2
#3
(XPD, XPQ Package)
#4
(Option SC10)
NOTE
Relay Manager functions with a number above 128 may only be configured with LeoPC1 Version
3.0.015 or later.

Appendix C.
Interface Protocol
NOTE
Only selected parameters are transmitted via the interface depending on the Package configuration.
Transmission Telegram
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Contents (words) Unit Note
MUX
No.
0/1 1 Generator voltage delta V12 V × 10UGNEXPO

0/2 2 Generator frequency f Hz × 100
0/3 3 Actual generator real power P W × 10PGNEXPO
1/1 4 Exponents High Byte: PGNEXPO Generator power
Low Byte: UGNEXPO Generator voltage
1/2 5 Real power set point value PGNWD
see note W× × 10 PGNEXPO
2.800
1/3 6 Conversion factor Steps kW PGNWD (internal)
2/1 7 Busbar voltage delta V12 V × 10UGSSEXPO
2/2 8 Mains voltage delta V12 V × 10UNTEXPO
2/3 9 Currently present alarm class Bit 15 =1 --Internal--
Bit 14 =1 --Internal--
Bit 13 =1 \
Alarm class F2 or alarm class F3
Bit 12 =1 /
Bit 11 =1 \
LED "Alarm" flashes
Bit 10 =1 /
Bit 7 =1 \
Alarm class F3
Bit 6 =1 /
Bit 5 =1 \
Alarm class F2
Bit 4 =1 /
Note – On double /fourfold bits the follow- Bit 3 =1 \
Alarm class F1
ing is valid: If the indicated bit combination Bit 2 =1 /
is fulfilled (high byte and low byte) ,the Bit 1 =1 \
Alarm class F0
message is active (otherwise inactive). Bit 0 =1 /
3/1 10 Control register 2 Bit 15 =1 \
Terminal 3 is energized
Bit 14 =1 /
Bit 13 =1 \
Bit 12 =1 /
Bit 11 =1 \
--Internal--
Bit 10 =1 /
Bit 9 =1 \ Terminal 53 is energized
Bit 8 =1 / DI "Enable MCB"
Bit 7 =1 \
Terminal 4, reply: GCB is closed
Bit 6 =1 /
Bit 5 =1 \
Terminal 54, reply: MCB is closed
Bit 4 =1 /
Bit 3 =1 \
Bit 2 =1 /
Shutdown power reached
Shutdown power not reached

MUX Contents (words) Unit Note
No.
Actual mains interchange (import/export)

3/2 11 W × 10PNTEXPO
real power
3/3 12 Control register 1 Bit 15 =1 \ Starting enabled (in isolated operation or
Bit 14 =1 / mains parallel operation)
Bit 13 =1 \
--Internal--
Bit 12 =1 /
Bit 11 =1 \ Execution of acknowledgment
Bit 10 =1 / of a class F2/F3 alarm
Bit 9 =1 \ Execution of acknowledgment
Bit 8 =1 / of a class F1 alarm
Bit 7 =1 \
--Internal--
Bit 6 =1 /
Bit 5 =1 \ State of generator busbar 1 = OK
Bit 4 =1 / --Internal--
--Internal--
--Internal--
4/1 13 Alarm message IKD (SC10) Bit 15 =1 Failure DI8 of the IKD1.1
Bit 14 =1 Failure DI7 of the IKD1.1
Note – On double /fourfold bits the follow- Bit 3 =1 --Internal--
ing is valid: If the indicated bit combination Bit 2 =1 --Internal--
is fulfilled (high byte and low byte) ,the Bit 1 =1 --Internal--
message is active (otherwise inactive). Bit 0 =1 --Internal--
4/2 14 Internal alarm 6 Bit 15 =1 MPU plausibility fault
Bit 14 =1 Engine shutdown malfunction
Bit 13 =1 Time overrun, GCB dead bus switching
Bit 11 =1 MCB open switch malfunction
Bit 10 =1 GCB open switch malfunction
Bit 9 =1 MCB synchronization time monitoring
Bit 8 =1 GCB synchronization time monitoring
Bit 7 =1 Range alarm analog input [T8]
Note – On double /fourfold bits the follow- Bit 3 =1 Range alarm analog input [T4]
ing is valid: If the indicated bit combination Bit 2 =1 Range alarm analog input [T3]
is fulfilled (high byte and low byte) ,the Bit 1 =1 Range alarm analog input [T2]
message is active (otherwise inactive). Bit 0 =1 Range alarm analog input [T1]
5/2 17 Generator voltage wye V1N V × 10UGNEXPO

MUX
No.
6/2 20 Configuration [T1]-[T4] Display in ... #1# °C °F bar/10 psi/10 % no unit
Analog input [T4]

Bit 15 = 0 0 0 1 1 1 0
Bit 14 = 0 1 1 0 0 1 0
Bit 13 = 0 0 1 0 1 0 1
Bit 12 = 0 1 0 1 0 0 1
Analog input [T3]
Bit 11 = 0 0 0 1 1 1 0
Bit 10 = 0 1 1 0 0 1 0
Bit 9 = 0 0 1 0 1 0 1
Bit 8 = 0 1 0 1 0 0 1
Analog input [T2]
#1#: The analog input is not available or he Bit 7 = 0 0 0 1 1 1 0
has been configured either as real power Bit 6 = 0 1 1 0 0 1 0
set point value or as mains (import/export) Bit 5 = 0 0 1 0 1 0 1
real power value. Bit 4 = 0 1 0 1 0 0 1
Analog input [T1]
Note – On double /fourfold bits the follow- Bit 3 = 0 0 0 1 1 1 0
ing is valid: If the indicated bit combination Bit 2 = 0 1 1 0 0 1 0
is fulfilled (high byte and low byte) ,the Bit 1 = 0 0 1 0 1 0 1
message is active (otherwise inactive). Bit 0 = 0 1 0 1 0 0 1
6/3 21 Engine speed measured via the Pickup min-1
7/1 22 Generator current in L1 A × 10IGNEXPO
8/1 25 Actual generator reactive power var × 10PGNEXPO positive = inductive
8/2 26 Generator power factor cos ϕ Example: FF9EH cos ϕ = c 0.98 (capacitive/lagging)
FF9DH cos ϕ = c 0.99 (capacitive/lagging)
0064H cos ϕ = 1.00
0063H cos ϕ = i 0.99 (inductive/leading)
8/3 27 Current reserve power in the system kW
9/1 28 Current actual real power in the system kW
9/2 29 Number of participants on the CAN bus
9/3 30 H.B. Mains status FFH Voltage and frequency available
L.B. Generator status 00H Voltage and frequency not available
10/1 31 Exponents High Byte: IGNEXPO Generator current
Low Byte: --- free
10/2 32 Busbar frequency Hz × 100

No.
10/3 33 Configuration [T5]-[T8] Display in ... #1# °C °F bar/10 psi/10 % no unit
Analog input [T8]

Bit 15 = 0 0 0 1 1 1 0
Bit 14 = 0 1 1 0 0 1 0
Bit 13 = 0 0 1 0 1 0 1
Bit 12 = 0 1 0 1 0 0 1
Analog input [T7]
Bit 11 = 0 0 0 1 1 1 0
Bit 10 = 0 1 1 0 0 1 0
Bit 9 = 0 0 1 0 1 0 1
Bit 8 = 0 1 0 1 0 0 1
Analog input [T6]
#1#: The analog input is not available or he Bit 7 = 0 0 0 1 1 1 0
has been configured either as real power se Bit 6 = 0 1 1 0 0 1 0
tpoint value or as mains (import/export) Bit 5 = 0 0 1 0 1 0 1
real power value. Bit 4 = 0 1 0 1 0 0 1
Analog input [T5]
Note – On double /fourfold bits the follow- Bit 3 = 0 0 0 1 1 1 0
ing is valid: If the indicated bit combination Bit 2 = 0 1 1 0 0 1 0
is fulfilled (high byte and low byte) ,the Bit 1 = 0 0 1 0 1 0 1
message is active (otherwise inactive). Bit 0 = 0 1 0 1 0 0 1
11/3 36 Mains voltage wye V1N V × 10UNTEXPO
12/3 39 Mains frequency out off VN12/VN23/VN31 Hz × 100
13/1 40 Mains current in L1 A × 10INTEXPO
13/2 41 Mains reactive power var × 10PNTEXPO
13/3 42 Mains power factor ϕ Example: FF9EH cos ϕ = c 0.98 (capacitive/lagging)
FF9DH cos ϕ = c 0.99 (capacitive/lagging)
0064H cos ϕ = 1.00
14/1 43 Exponents High Byte: PNTEXPO Mains power
Low Byte: UNTEXPO Mains voltage
14/2 44 Exponents High Byte: INTEXPO Mains current
Low Byte: USSEXPO Busbar voltage
14/3 45 Engine operating hours ( H.W.) h × 216 Double word
15/1 46 Engine operating hours ( L.W.) h
15/3 47 Hours until next maintenance h
15/3 48 Engine start number

MUX
No.
16/1 49 Operation mode Bit 15 = 1 LOAD TEST operation mode
Bit 14 = 1 STOP operation mode
Bit 13 = 1 TEST operation mode
Bit 12 = 1 MANUAL operation mode
Bit 11 = 1 AUTOMATIC operation mode
Bit 10 = 1 --Internal--
Bit 7 = 1
Emergency power is ON
Bit 6 = 0
Bit 7 = 0
Emergency power is OFF
Bit 6 = 1
Bit 5 = 1
Delayed engine monitoring is ON
Bit 4 = 1
Note – On double /fourfold bits the follow- Bit 3 = 1
Cool down expired
ing is valid: If the indicated bit combination Bit 2 = 1
is fulfilled (high byte and low byte) ,the Bit 1 = 1
--Internal--
message is active (otherwise inactive). Bit 0 = 1
16/2 50 Generator active energy ( H.W.) kWh × 2 16
Double word
16/3 51 Generator active energy (L.W.) kWh
17/1 52 Battery voltage V × 10
17/2 53 Internal alarm 1 Bit 15 =1 \
F3: Generator overfrequency 1
Bit 14 =1 /
Bit 13 =1 \
F3: Generator underfrequency 1
Bit 12 =1 /
Bit 11 =1 \
F3: Generator overvoltage 1
Bit 10 =1 /
Bit 9 =1 \
F3: Generator undervoltage 1
Bit 8 =1 /
Bit 7 =1 \
--Internal--
Bit 6 =1 /
Bit 5 =1 \
F1: Battery undervoltage
Bit 4 =1 /
F3: Generator overload
F3: Generator reverse power
F0: Mains overfrequency
Bit 14 =1 /
Bit 13 =1 \
F0: Mains underfrequency
Bit 12 =1 /
Bit 11 =1 \
F0: Mains overvoltage
Bit 10 =1 /
Bit 9 =1 \
F0: Mains undervoltage
Bit 8 =1 /
Bit 7 =1 \
Interface fault X1-X5
Bit 6 =1 /
GCB opened; "Time add-on ramp" ex-
Bit 5 =1
pired
--Internal--
F0: Mains phase/vector jump

No.
18/1 55 Internal alarm 3 Bit 15 =1 \ F3: Time-overcurrent, level 2 or

Bit 14 =1 / inverse time-overcurrent, IEC255
Bit 13 =1 \
F3: Generator overspeed (Pickup)
Bit 12 =1 /
Bit 11 =1 \
Import power 0 kW not reached
Bit 10 =1 /
Bit 9 =1 \
F3: Generator unbalanced load
Bit 8 =1 /
Bit 7 =1 \
F3: Time-overcurrent, level 1
Bit 6 =1 /
Bit 5 =1 \
Interface fault Y1-Y5
Bit 4 =1 /
F1: Maintenance call
Start failure
F1: Analog input [T1], level 1
Bit 14 =1 /
Bit 13 =1 \
Bit 12 =1 /
Bit 11 =1 \
Bit 10 =1 /
Bit 9 =1 \
Bit 8 =1 /
Bit 7 =1 \
Bit 6 =1 /
Bit 5 =1 \
Bit 4 =1 /
Bit 14 =1 /
Bit 13 =1 \
Bit 12 =1 /
Bit 11 =1 \
Bit 10 =1 /
Bit 9 =1 \
Bit 8 =1 /
Bit 7 =1 \
Bit 6 =1 /
Bit 5 =1 \
Bit 4 =1 /
--Internal--
--Internal--

MUX
No.
19/1 58 External alarm 1 Bit 15 = 1 \
Bit 14 = 1 /
Bit 13 = 1 \
Bit 12 = 1 /
Bit 11 = 1 \
Bit 10 = 1 /
Bit 9 = 1 \
Bit 8 = 1 /
Bit 7 = 1 \
Bit 6 = 1 /
Bit 5 = 1 \
Bit 4 = 1 /
Note – On double /fourfold bits the follow- Bit 3 = 1 \
ing is valid: If the indicated bit combination Bit 2 = 1 /
is fulfilled (high byte and low byte) ,the Bit 1 = 1 \
message is active (otherwise inactive). Bit 0 = 1 /
19/2 59 External alarm 2 Bit 15 = 1 \
Bit 14 = 1 /
Bit 13 = 1 \
Bit 12 = 1 /
Bit 11 = 1 \
Bit 10 = 1 /
Bit 9 = 1 \
Bit 8 = 1 /
Bit 7 = 1 \
Bit 6 = 1 /
Bit 5 = 1 \
Bit 4 = 1 /
Note – On double /fourfold bits the follow- Bit 3 = 1 \
ing is valid: If the indicated bit combination Bit 2 = 1 /
is fulfilled (high byte and low byte) ,the Bit 1 = 1 \
message is active (otherwise inactive). Bit 0 = 1 /
19/3 60 Internal alarm 7 Bit 15 = 1 --Internal--
Bit 7 = 1 MCB close malfunction
Bit 6 = 1 GCB close malfunction
Note – On double /fourfold bits the follow- Bit 3 = 1 --Internal--
ing is valid: If the indicated bit combination Bit 2 = 1 --Internal--
is fulfilled (high byte and low byte) ,the Bit 1 = 1 --Internal--
message is active (otherwise inactive). Bit 0 = 1 Immediate stop
20/1 61 Analog input [T1] The measured value is transmitted.

No.
22/2 68 Alarm messages IKD2 (SC10) Bit 15 = 1 Failure DI8 of the IKD1.2
Bit 14 = 1 Failure DI7 of the IKD1.2
Note – On double /fourfold bits the follow- Bit 3 = 1 --Internal--
ing is valid: If the indicated bit combination Bit 2 = 1 --Internal--
is fulfilled (high byte and low byte) ,the Bit 1 = 1 --Internal--
message is active (otherwise inactive). Bit 0 = 1 --Internal--
22/3 69 LCD-display / Pickup Currently active display message
Bit 15 = x
Bit 14 = x
Bit 13 = x A number is transmitted, please consult
Bit 12 = x the table for the meaning of the num-
Bit 11 = x ber 69 of the telegram "Monitoring of the
Bit 10 = x active display".
Bit 9 = x
Bit 8 = x
Pickup
Bit 7 = 1
Bit 6 = 1 Firing speed reached
Bit 5 = 1 f > parameter
Bit 4 = 1
Bit 3 = 1 Speed existing
Bit 2 = 1 without pickup (pickup = OFF): f > 15
Bit 1 = 1 Hz
Bit 0 = 1 with pickup (pickup = ON): f > 5 Hz
UGNEXPO Exponent Generator voltage USSEXPO Exponent Busbar voltage

IGNEXPO Exponent Generator current UNTEXPO Exponent Mains voltage
PGNEXPO Exponent Generator power PNTEXPO Exponent Mains power
PGNWD Step conversion factor kW

Meaning of the number 69 of the telegram " Currently active display message":
Number Meaning
0 GCB synchronization
1 MCB synchronization
2 GCB dead bus start
3 MCB dead bus start
4 Crank
5 Start pause
6 Cool down 000s (000s: the remaining time is displayed)
7 Engine stop!
8 Pre-glow
9 Purging operation
10 Initial state
11 Auxiliary prerun
12 Auxiliary post-run
13 Mains settling 000s (000s: the remaining time is displayed)
14 Lambda initial state
15 Sprinkler coasting
16 Ignition
17 --Internal--
18 --Internal--
19 --Internal--
20 --Internal--
21 --Internal--
22 --Internal--
23 --Internal--
24 Phase rotation incorrect!
25 Start without closing GCB and simultaneous emergency power
26 Start without closing GCB
27 Sprinkler operation (critical mode) and simultaneous emergency power
28 Sprinkler operation (critical mode)
29 Emergency power
30 TEST
31 Load TEST
32 --Internal--
33 --Internal--
34 --Internal--
35 --Internal--
36 --Internal--
37 --Internal--
38 --Internal--
39 --Internal--
40 --Internal--
41 --Internal--
42 --Internal--
43 --Internal--
44 Idle run
45 --Internal--
46 --Internal--
47 Power reduction
...
255 No message on the display (basic screen)

Receiving Telegram
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A Gateway GW 4 may be used for remote starting the GCP. The following three data words can be received by
the GCP. Refer to the GW 4 manual on how to control several GCP control units.

MUX
No.
1/1 1 Set point value for the generator real power kW with control argument; see below
1/2 2 Set point value for the generator power fac- Example: FF9EH cos ϕ = c 0.98 (capacitive/lagging)
tor cos ϕ FF9DH cos ϕ = c 0.99 (capacitive/lagging)
0064H cos ϕ = 1.00
1/3 3 Control word Bit 15 = 1 --Internal--
Bit 4 = 1 Remote acknowledgement
Bit 3 = 1 Always "0"
Bit 2 = 1 Always "0"
Bit 1 = 1 Remote stop (high priority)
Bit 0 = 1 Remote start

CAN Bus Structure

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Transmission Telegram
The data of the following table can be handled by a Gateway GW 4 or a PLC and can be transferred to other
communication busses. A GCP is sending the data via circular CAN messages.
The transmitting rate of this communication is 125 kBaud.
The CAN ID, on which the GCP is sending, is calculated as follows:
CAN ID = 800 + item/generator number (or 320 + ID/generator number)
(The ID number, Parameter 4, is adjustable and influences the CAN ID directly on which the item sends the vi-
sualization message).
A visualization message, which is sent out of a GCP, has 8 Bytes and is assembled as follows:
Byte 0 Byte 1 Byte 2 Byte 3 Byte 4 Byte 5 Byte 6 Byte 7

H‘DD MUX num- data word 1 data word 1 data word 2 data word 2 data word 3 data word 3
ber High-Byte Low Byte High-Byte Low Byte High-Byte Low Byte
In a visualization message the byte 0 is always used to show the hexadecimal value DD. This one defines the
message as a visualization message. As the complete transmission telegram of the GCP includes more than three
words byte 1 sends an additional MUX number starting with 0. Therefore it is theoretically possible to send
(256 × 3 = 768) words via the CAN ID. The whole telegram is built up as follows:
Line 1: MUX number 0, word 1

.
.
Line (n): MUX number (n-1/3), word 1
Line (n+1): MUX number (n-1/2), word 2
Line (n+2): MUX number (n-1/1), word 3
n depends on the total length of the item special telegram and cannot be larger than H’FF.
Current Direction Message
The current direction can be recognized via the prefix of the power. A positive transmitted value indicates ex-
ported power (power supplied to the mains, supply) and a negative transmitted value indicates imported power
(power supplied by the mains, consumption).

Power Set Point Value Message
The following power values may be pre-specified: constant/baseload power (C power), outgoing/export power (E
power) and incoming/import power (I power). The real power set point value is transmitted in binary form using
bits 0-13. The control argument must be transmitted in the basis of bits 14 and 15. In this case, the following cod-
ing applies:
Control argument Bit 15 Bit 14

C power 0 1
E power 0 0
I power 1 1
Example:
C power of 150 kW is to be compensated. The value transmitted is then:
01/00 0000 1001 0110 B 4096 H
E power of 300 kW is to be compensated. The value transmitted is then:

00/00 0001 0010 1100 B 012C H
I power of 600 kW is to be compensated. Negative power is transmitted. The value transmitted is then:
11/11 1101 1010 1000 B FDA8 H
CAN Bus Address Requirements
The IDs given in the following are reserved for the data exchange between GCPs and LS4s. If third-party devices
are connected to the bus, third-party device addresses must not conflicts with these addresses.
CAN-ID in
[hex] [decimal]
GCP sends
Distribution message to other GCPs 180 + GENNO 384 + GENNO
Control message to LS4 (the GCP with the lowest ID) 311 785
Visualization 320 + GENNO 800 + GENNO
GCP receives
Distribution message from other GCP 180 + GENNO 384 + GENNO
Control message from an LS4 300 + GENNO 768 + GENNO
Configuration messages from a higher control 33F 831
LS4 sends
Logic message to other LS4s 180 + LS4NO 384 + LS4NO
Control message to GCP (the LS4 with the lowest ID) 300 + GENNO 768 + GENNO
LS4 receives
Logic message from other LS4 180 + LS4NO 384 + LS4NO
Control message from a GCP 311 785
Configuration messages and
Configuration messages from a higher control 33F 831
[hex] [decimal]
GENNO = 1 to E 1 to 14 GENNO = Generator number
LS4NO = 11 to 1E 17 to 30 LS4NO = LS4 number

Appendix D.
List of Parameters
Unit number P/N _____________________________ Rev _______________________________
Version GCP-30 _______________________________________________________________
Project _____________________________________________________________________
Serial number S/N _______________ Date ______________________________
Access Parameter Setting range Default value Customer setting
Software version - V x.xxxx - -

Enter code 0 to 9.999 XXXX
Direct para. YES/NO NO Y N Y N
Generator number 1 to 14 1
Language first/second first f s f s
Check event list YES/NO NO Y N Y N
GENERATOR AND MAINS ENVIRONMENT CONFIGURATION
Configure measuring YES/NO NO Y N Y N
Generator freq. f set 40.0 to 70.0 Hz 50.0 Hz
Gen.volt.transf. secondary 50 to 125/50 to 480 V 400 V
Gen.volt.transf. primary 0.05 to 65.0 kV 0.4 kV
Bus.volt.transf. secondary 50 to 125/50 to 480 V 400 V
Bus.volt.transf. primary 0.05 to 65.0 kV 0.4 kV
mains volt.trans. secondary 50 to 125/50 to 480 V 400 V
mains volt.trans primary 0.05 to 65.0 kV 0.4 kV
Gen.voltage U set 50 to 125/50 to 530 V 100/400 V
Rated voltage in system 50 to 125/50 to 480 V 100/400 V
Volt.meas./mon. Ph-neut/Ph-Ph [4/3] Ph-neut/Ph-Ph 4/3 4/3
Ph-Ph/Ph-Ph [3/3] 3/3 3/3
Ph-neut/Ph-neut [4/4] 4/4 4/4
Current transf. generator 10 to 7,000/{X} A 500/{X} A
Power measuring gen. singlephase [1] threephase 1 1
threephase [3] 3 3
Rated power generator 5 to 9,999 kW 200 kW
Rated current generator 10 to 7,000 A 300 A
Current transf. mains 5 to 7,000/{X} A 500 {X} A
XPD, XPQ Analog in Pmains OFF/T{x} OFF
XPD, XPQ Analog in Pmains 0 to 20 mA 4 to 20 mA 0-20 mA 0-20 mA
4 to 20 mA 4-20 mA 4-20 mA
XPD, XPQ Analog in Pmains 0% 0 to +/-9,990/0 to +/-6,900 kW -200 kW
XPD, XPQ Analog in Pmains 100% 0 to +/-9,990/0 to +/-6,900 kW 200 kW
GCP-31 LS 4 mode ON/OFF OFF on off on off
XPD, XPQ
GCP-31 Rated power in system 0 to 16,000 kW 1,600 kW
XPD, XPQ
Temperature in Celsius [°C] Celsius [°C] °C °C
Fahrenheit [°F] °F °F
Pressure in bar bar bar bar
psi psi psi
Define level 1 code 0 to 9999 0001
Define level 2 code 0 to 9999 0002

CONTROLLER CONFIGURATION
Configure controller YES/NO NO Y N Y N
Power controller Pset1 C/I/E 0 to 9,999 kW C 50 kW
Power controller Pset2 C/I/E 0 to 9,999 kW C 80 kW
BPQ, XPQ Initial state Frequency 0 to 100 % 50 %
Freq.controller ON/OFF ON on off on off
f-contr. active at: 0.0 to 70.0 Hz 40.0 Hz
Delay time for f-contr. 0 to 999 s 5s
Freq.controller ramp 1 to 50 Hz/s 10 Hz/s
BPQ, XPQ F/P contr.type Three-step Analog Three-st. Three-st.
Analog Analog Analog
PWM PWM PWM
Freq.controller deadband 0.02 to 1.00 Hz 0.03 Hz
Freq.controller time pulse> 10 to 250 ms 80 ms
Freq.controller gain Kp 0.1 to 99.9 20.0
BPQ, XPQ F/P contr.output Refer to Parameter 46 +/-10 V
BPQ, XPQ Level PWM 3.0 to 10.0 V 3.0 V
BPQ, XPQ Stepper sign.frq (min.) 0 to 100 % 0%
BPQ, XPQ Stepper sign.frq (max.) 0 to 100 % 100 %
BPQ, XPQ Freq.controller gain Kpr 1 to 240 20
BPQ, XPQ Freq.controller reset Tn 0.0 to 60.0 s 1.0 s
BPQ, XPQ Freq.controller derivat.Tv 0.00 to 6.00 s 0.00 s
BPQ, XPQ Starting point voltage 0 to 100 % 50 %
Volt.controller ON/OFF ON on off on off
Initial state U control. 12.0 to 100.0 % 75 %
Delayed. Start U contr. 0 to 999 s 3s
BPQ, XPQ V/Q contr.type Three-step Analog Three-st. Three-st.
Analog Analog Analog
Volt.controller dead band 0.1 to 15.0 % 0.9 %
Volt.controller time pulse> 20 to 250 ms 80 ms
Volt.controller gain Kp 0.1 to 99.9 20.0
BPQ, XPQ V/Q contr.output Refer to Parameter 61 +/-10 V
BPQ, XPQ Stepper sign.vol (min.) 0 to 100 % 0%
BPQ, XPQ Stepper sign.vol (max.) 0 to 100 % 100 %
BPQ, XPQ Volt.controller gain Kpr 1 to 240 20
BPQ, XPQ Volt.controller reset Tn 0.0 to 60.0 s 1.0 s
BPQ, XPQ Volt.controller derivat.Tv 0.00 to 6.00 s 0.00 s

CONTROLLER CONFIGURATION
Pow.fact.contr. ON/OFF OFF on off on off
Pow.fact.contr. setpoint i0.70 to 1.00 to k0.70 1.00
Pow.fact.contr. dead band 0.5 to 25.0 % 0.5 %
Pow.fact.contr. gain Kp 0.1 to 99.9 20.0
BPQ, XPQ Pow.fact.contr. gain Kpr 1 to 240 20
BPQ, XPQ Pow.fact.contr. reset Tn 0.0 to 60.0 s 1.0 s
BPQ, XPQ Pow.fact.contr. derivat.Tv 0.0 to 6.0 s 0.0 s
Power controller ON/OFF ON on off on off
power controller ramp 0.1 to 100.0 %/s 20 %/s
Power limit P max. 10 to 120 % 100 %
Power limit P min. 0 to 50 % 0%
XPD, XPQ Power setpoint external OFF/ T1 / T2 / T3 OFF OFF OFF
T1 T1
T2 T2
T3 T3
XPD, XPQ Analog input 0 to 20 mA 4 to 20 mA 0-20 mA 0-20 mA
4 to 20 mA 4-20 mA 4-20 mA
XPD, XPQ Ext.setpoint 0mA C/I/E 0 to 9,999 kW C 0 kW
XPD, XPQ Ext.setpoint 20mA C/I/E 0 to 9,999 kW C 200 kW
Power controller dead band 0.1 to 25.0 % 0.5 %
Power controller gain Kp 0.1 to 99.9 20.0
Powercontr. dead band ratio 1.0 to 9.9 2.0
XPD, XPQ Power controller gain Kpr 1 to 240 20
XPD, XPQ Power controller reset Tn 0.0 to 60.0 s 1.0 s
XPD, XPQ Power controller derivat.Tv 0.0 to 6.0 s 0.0 s
Warm up load derivat.Tv 5 to 110 % 15 %
Warm up load time 0 to 600 s 0s
Active power load-share ON/OFF ON on off on off
Act. load share factor 10 to 99 % 50 %
Reactive power load share ON/OFF OFF on off on off
React.load share factor 10 to 99% 50 %
LOAD MANAGEMENT CONFIGURATION
Configure automatic YES/NO NO Y N Y N
Loadd.start/stop at ter.3 ON/OFF OFF on off on off
Loadd.start/stop at ter.5 ON/OFF OFF on off on off
Minimum load generator 0 to 6,900 kW 15 kW
Add-on delay mains oper. 0 to 999 s 1s
Shed-off delay mains oper. 0 to 999 s 3s
Hysteresis add-. on/off op. 0 to 9,999 kW 5 kW
Reserve power mains op. 0 to 9,999 kW 10 kW
Priority of generators 0 to 14 0
Reserve power isol.op. 0 to 9,999 kW 20 kW
Add-on delay isol.op. 0 to 999 s 1s
Shed-off delay isol.op. 0 to 999 s 4s
GCP-31 Mains error - stop eng. ON/OFF OFF on off on off
Control via COM X1X5 ON/OFF OFF on off on off
Supervision COM X1X5 ON/OFF OFF on off on off
Ackn. F2,F3 via COM interf ON/OFF OFF on off on off

BREAKER CONFIGURATION
Configure breaker YES/NO NO Y N Y N
L Breaker logic: EXTERNAL [EXT] PARALLEL EXT EXT
PARALLEL [PAR] PAR PAR
OPEN TRANSIT [OPEN] OPEN OPEN
CLOSED TRANSIT [CLOSE] CLOSE CLOSE
INTERCHANGE [CHANG] CHANG CHANG
Add-on/off ramp max.time 0 to 999 s 20 s
Open GCB with F2 max.time 0 to 999 s 10 s
GCB close.relay Impulse [I] Constant I I
Constant [C] C D
GCB open relay NO-contact [NO] NO-contact NO NO
NC-contact [NC] NC NC
Synchronize df max 0.02 to 0.49 Hz 0.20 Hz
Synchronize df min 0.0 to 0,49 Hz -0.10 Hz
Synchronize dV max 1.0 to 20.0 % 2.0 %
Synchronize time pulse> 0.02 to 0.26 s 0.24 s
Closing time GCB 40 to 300 ms 80 ms
GCP-32 Closing time MCB 40 to 300 ms 80 ms
Automat.breaker deblocking ON/OFF OFF on off on off
Sync.time contr. ON/OFF ON on off on off
Sync.time contr. delay 10 to 999 s 180 s
GCB dead bus op. ON/OFF ON on off on off
GCB dead bus op. df max 0.05 to 5.00 Hz 2.0 Hz
GCB dead bus op. dV max. 1.0 to 15.0 % 10.0 %
GCB dead bus op max.time 0 to 999 s 30 s
GCP-32 MCB dead bus op. ON/OFF ON on off on off
Supervision GCB ON/OFF ON on off on off
GCP-32 Supervision MCB ON/OFF ON on off on off
GCP-31 Mains decoupling via GCB [GCB] GCB GCB GCB
GCB->EXT [GCB>EX] GCB>EX GCB>EX
EXT [EXT] EXT EXT
EX>GCB EX>GCB
EXT->GCB [EX>GCB]
GCP-32 Mains decoupling via GCB [GCB] GCB GCB GCB
GCB->MCB [GCB>MC] GCB>MC GCB>MC
MCB [MCB] MCB MCB
MC>GCB MC>GCB
MCB->GCB [MC>GCB]
GCP-32 Mains decoupling -> after 0.10 to 5.00 s 0.14 s
L
GCP-32 Switch MCB in STOP mode YES/NO NO Y N Y N
EMERGENCY POWER CONFIGURATION
GCP-32 Configure emergency YES/NO NO Y N Y N
GCP-31:
XPD, XPQ
GCP-32 Emergency power ON/OFF ON on off on off
GCP-31:
XPD, XPQ
GCP-32 Emergency power start del. 0.5 to 99.9 s 3.0 s
GCP-31:
XPD, XPQ

MONITORING CONFIGURATION
Configure monitoring YES/NO NO Y N Y N
Gen.power monit. ON/OFF OFF on off on off
Gen.power monit. resp.val1 0 to 9,999 kW 100 kW
Gen.power monit. hyst.lv1 0 to 999 kW 10 kW
Gen.power monit. delay lv1 0 to 650 s 1s
Gen.power monit. resp.val2 0 to 9,999 kW 120 kW
Gen.power monit. hyst.lv2 0 to 999 kW 10 kW
Gen.power monit. delay lv2 0 to 650 s 1s
Mains power mon. ON/OFF OFF on off on off
Mains power mon. res.val. I/E 0 to 9,999 kW E100 kW
Mains power mon. hysteresis 0 to 999 kW 10 kW
Mains power mon. delay 0 to 650 s 1s
Overload monit. ON/OFF OFF on off on off
Gen.overload MOP resp.value 80 to 150 % 120 %
Gen.overload MOP delay 0 to 99 s 1s
Gen.overload IOP resp.value 80 to 150 % 105 %
Gen.overload IOP delay 0 to 99 s 1s
Rev./red.power monitoring ON/OFF OFF on off on off
Rev./red.power resp.value -99 to +99 % -10 %
Rev./red.power delay 0.0 to 9.9 s 1.0 s
Load unbalanced ON/OFF OFF on off on off
Load unbalanced max. 0 to 100 % 30 %
Load unbalanced delay 0.02 to 9.98 s 1.00 s
Gen.overcurrent monitoring ON/OFF OFF on off on off
Gen.overcurrent limit 1 0 to 300 % 110 %
Gen.overcurrent delay 1 0.02 to 9.98 s 1.00 s
Gen.overcurrent limit 2 0 to 300 % 120 %
Gen.overcurrent delay 2 0.02 to 9.98 s 0.04 s
Gen.overcurrent Cool down ON/OFF OFF on off on off
Gen.frequency- monitoring ON/OFF ON on off on off
Gen.overfreq. f > 50.0 to 140.0 % 110.0 %
Gen.overfreq. delay 0.02 to 9.98 s 0.30 s
Gen.underfreq. f < 50.0 to 140.0 % 90.0 %
Gen.underfreq. delay 0.02 to 9.98 s 0.30 s
Engine overspeed > 0 to 9,999 rpm 1,900 rpm
Gen.voltage monitoring ON/OFF ON on off on off
Gen.overvoltage U > 20.0 to 150.0 % 110.0 %
Gen.overvoltage delay 0.02 to 9.98 s 0.30 s
Gen.undervoltage U < 20.0 to 150.0 % 90.0 %
Gen.undervoltage delay 0.2 to 9.98 s 0.30 s
Mains frequency monitoring ON/OFF ON on off on off
Mains overfreq. f > 80.0 to 140.0 % 110.0 %
Mains overfreq. delay 0.02 to 9.98 s 0.06 s
Mains underfreq. f < 80.0 to 140.0 % 90.0 %
Mains underfreq. delay 0.02 to 9.98 s 0.06 s
Mains voltage monitoring ON/OFF ON on off on off
Mains overvolt. U > 20.0 to 150.0 % 110.0 %
Mains overvolt. delay 0.02 to 9.98 s 0.06 s
Mains undervolt. U < 20.0 to 150.0 % 90.0 %
Mains undervolt. Hysteresis 0.0 to 50.0 % 0.8 %
Mains undervolt. delay 0.02 to 9.98 s 0.06 s
Phase shift monitoring ON/OFF ON on off on off
Monitoring one-phase [1] three-phase 1 3 1 3
three-phase [3]
Phase shift one-phase 3 to 30 ° 12 °
Phase shift three-phase 3 to 30 ° 8°
Mains settling time 0- to 999 s 10 s
Batt.undervolt. U < 9.5 to 30.0 V 10.0 V
Batt.undervolt. delay 0 to 99 s 10 s
Horn self reset 1 to 9,999 s 180 s

DISCRETE INPUTS CONFIGURATION

Configure dig.inputs YES/NO NO Y N Y N
Dig.input 1234 function E/D DDDD
Dig.input 1234 delay 0 to 9 0000
Delayed by 1234 eng.speed Y/N NNNN
Dig.input 1234 error class 0 to 3 3210
Dig.input 5678 function E/D DDDD
Dig.input 5678 delay 0 to 9 0000
Delayed by 5678 eng.speed Y/N NNNN
Dig.input 5678 error class 0 to 3 3111
Dig.input 9ABC function E/D DDDD
Dig.input 9ABC delay 0 to 9 0000
Delayed by 9ABC eng.speed Y/N NNNN
Dig.input 9ABC error class 0 to 3 1111
Dig.input DEFG function E/D DDDD
Dig.input DEFG delay 0 to 9 0000
Delayed by DEFG eng.speed Y/N NNNN
Dig.input DEFG error class 0 to 3 1111
L Errortxt.term.34 freely configurable EMERGENCY
OFF
L Errortxt.term.35 freely configurable terminal 35
L Firing speed by Term. 62 ON/OFF OFF on off on off
L Op.mode blocked by Ter.63 ON/OFF OFF on off on off
L Breaker logic by Term64 ON/OFF OFF on off on off
Breaker logic: EXTERNAL [EXT] EXTERNAL EXT EXT
PARALLEL [PAR] PAR PAR
OPEN TRANSIT [OPEN] OPEN OPEN
CLOSED TRANSIT [CLOSE] CLOSE CLOSE
INTERCHANGE [INCHG] INCHG INCHG
Errortxt.term.65
L freely configurable terminal 65
Errortxt.term.66
Errortxt.term.67
Close GCB asap by Ter.67 ON/OFF OFF on off on off
GCP-32 Emergency OFF by Ter.68 ON/OFF OFF on off on off
GCP-31:
XPD, XPQ
L
L Idle mode by Term.70 ON/OFF OFF on off on off
Function term.6 Sprinkler operation [SO] ExA SO SO
Engine enabled [EE] EE EE
ext.acknowledgment [ExA] ExA ExA
STOP mode [SM] SM SM
Engine blocked [EB] EB EB
Start without CB [SwB] SwB SwB
Start withno GCB cool down ON/OFF OFF on off on off
Sprinkler shutd. F1 active ON/OFF OFF on off on off

ANALOG INPUTS CONFIGURATION

Configure analg.inp. YES/NO NO Y N Y N
Analog input 1 scalable ON/OFF ON on off on off
L Name and unit freely configurable Analog 1
Analog input 1 0 to 20 mA 4 to 20 mA 0-20 mA 0-20 mA
4-20 mA 4-20 mA 4-20 mA
Value at 0% -9999 to +9999 0
Value at 100% -9999 to +9999 100
Limit warning value -9999 to +9999 80
Limit shutdown value -9999 to +9999 90
Delay limit 1/2 0 to 650 s 1s
Monitoring for High limit mon. [high] High limit mon. high high
low limit mon. [low] low low
4 to 20 mA 4-20 mA 4-20 mA
Value at 0% -9999 to +9999 0
Value at 100% -9999 to +9999 100
4 to 20 mA 4-20 mA 4-20 mA
Value at 0% -9999 to +9999 0
Value at 100% -9999 to +9999 100
Temperature 4 Pt100 ON/OFF ON on off on off
L ***name**** 000°C freely configurable Analog 4
Limit warning 0 to 200 °C 80 °C
Limit shutdown 0 to 200 °C 90 °C
Temperature 5 Pt100 ON/OFF ON on off on off
L ***name**** 000°C freely configurable Analog 5
Limit warning 0 to 200 °C 80 °C

ANALOG INPUTS CONFIGURATION

Analog input 6 VDO ON/OFF ON on off on off
Analog input 6 VDO 0 to 5 bar 0 to 5 bar 0-5 bar 0-5 bar
0 to 10 bar 0-10 bar 0-10 bar
Limit warning value 0.0 to 10.0 bar 2.0 bar
Limit shutdown value 0.0 to 10.0 bar 1.0 bar
Monitoring for High limit mon. [high] low limit mon. high high
Analog input 7 VDO ON/OFF ON on off on off
Limit warning value 40 to 120 °C 80 °C
Monitoring for High limit mon. [high] High limit high high
low limit mon. [low] mon. low low
Ana.in 12345678 SV.del. Y/N NNNNNYNN
Ana.in 12345678 control Y/N NNNNNNNN
OUTPUT CONFIGURATION
Configure outputs YES/NO NO Y N Y N
Analg.out.12O121 Parameter 0 to 22 1
Analg.out.12O121 0-00 mA OFF 0 to 20 mA OFF OFF
0 to 20 mA 0-20mA 0-20mA
4 to 20 mA 4-20 mA 4-20 mA
Analg.out.12O121 0% 0 to 9,990 0
Analg.out.12O121 100% 0 to 9,990 200
Analg.out.122123 Parameter 0 to 22 1
Analg.out.122123 0-00 mA OFF 0 to 20 mA OFF OFF
0 to 20 mA 0-20mA 0-20mA
4 to 20 mA 4-20 mA 4-20 mA
Analg.out.122123 0% 0 to 9,990 0
Analg.out.122123 100% 0 to 9,990 200
Assignm.relay 1 refer to page 128 for more info 1

ENGINE CONFIGURATION
Configure engine YES/NO NO Y N Y N
Aux.services prerun 0 to 999 s 0s
Aux.services postrun 0 to 999 s 0s
Start-stop-logic for DIESEL DIESEL DIESEL DIESEL
GAS GAS GAS
EXTERNAL [EXT] EXT EXT
Min.speed for ignit. 0 to 999 rpm 100 rpm
Ignition delay 0 to 99 s 3s
Preglow time 0 to 99 s 3s
Gasvalve delay 0 to 99 s 5s
Max. attempts to start 1 to 6 3
Starter time 2 to 99 s 10 s
Start pause time 1 to 99 s 8s
L f lower before start ON/OFF OFF on off on off
L time f lower bef.start 0 to 999 s 5s
L f lower before start ON/OFF OFF on off on off
L time f lower bef.start 0 to 999 s 5s
Fuel relay logic Open to stop [OPEN] Open to stop OPEN OPEN
Close to stop [STOP] STOP STOP
Cool down time 0 to 999 s 15 s
Delayed engine monitoring 1 to 99 s 8s
Firing speed reached f> 5 to 70 Hz 15 Hz
Speed detected V L1-L2 > 00.0% 5.0 to 25.0 % 5.0 %
Pickup input ON/OFF ON on off on off
L Number of pickup teeth 30 to 280 160
L Gen.rated speed 0 to 3,000 rpm 1,500 rpm
COUNTER CONFIGURATION
Configure counters YES/NO NO Y N Y N
Service interval in 0 to 9,999 h 300 h
Set oper.hours counter 0 to 65,000 h 0h
Set start counter 0 to 32,000 0
kWh counter set in kWh kWh kWh kWh
MWh MWH MWH
kWh counter set 0 to 65,500 kWh/MWh 0 kWh
XPD, XPQ Time 00:00 to 23:59 00:00
XPD, XPQ Year,month 00 to 99,01 to 12 00.00
XPD, XPQ Day/weekday 01 to 31/1 to 7 00.0
BPQ This parameter is only available in the BPQ Package

XPD This parameter is only available in the XPD Package
XPQ This parameter is only available in the XPQ Package
L This parameter may only be accessed via LeoPC1 depending on the unit
GCP-31 This parameter is only available in the GCP-31 Packages
GCP-32 This parameter is only available in the GCP-32 Packages

Appendix E.
Service Options
Product Service Options

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The following factory options are available for servicing Woodward equipment, based on the standard Wood-
ward Product and Service Warranty (5-01-1205) that is in effect at the time the product is purchased from
Woodward or the service is performed. If you are experiencing problems with installation or unsatisfactory per-
formance of an installed system, the following options are available:
• Consult the troubleshooting guide in the manual.

• Contact Woodward technical assistance (see "How to Contact Woodward" later in this chapter) and discuss
your problem. In most cases, your problem can be resolved over the phone. If not, you can select which
course of action you wish to pursue based on the available services listed in this section.
Returning Equipment For Repair

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If a control (or any part of an electronic control) is to be returned to Woodward for repair, please contact Wood-
ward in advance to obtain a Return Authorization Number. When shipping the unit(s), attach a tag with the fol-
lowing information:
• Name and location where the control is installed

• Name and phone number of contact person
• Complete Woodward part numbers (P/N) and serial number (S/N)
• Description of the problem
• Instructions describing the desired repair
CAUTION
To prevent damage to electronic components caused by improper handling, read and observe the pre-
cautions in Woodward manual 82715, Guide for Handling and Protection of Electronic Controls, Printed
Circuit Boards, and Modules.

Packing A Control
Use the following materials when returning a complete control:
• Protective caps on any connectors

• Antistatic protective bags on all electronic modules
• Packing materials that will not damage the surface of the unit
• At least 100 mm (4 inches) of tightly packed, industry-approved packing material
• A packing carton with double walls
• A strong tape around the outside of the carton for increased strength
Return Authorization Number RAN
When returning equipment to Woodward, please telephone and ask for the Customer Service Department in
Stuttgart, Germany [+49 (0) 711 789 54-0]. They will help expedite the processing of your order through our dis-
tributors or local service facility. To expedite the repair process, contact Woodward in advance to obtain a Re-
turn Authorization Number, and arrange for issue of a purchase order for the unit(s) to be repaired. No work will
be started until a purchase order is received.
NOTE
We highly recommend that you make arrangement in advance for return shipments. Contact a
Woodward customer service representative at +49 (0) 711 789 54-0 for instructions and for a Re-
turn Authorization Number.
Replacement Parts
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When ordering replacement parts for controls, include the following information:
• The part numbers P/N (XXXX-XXX) that is on the enclosure nameplate
• The unit serial number S/N, which is also on the nameplate

How To Contact Woodward

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Please contact following address if you have questions or if you want to send a product for repair:
Woodward GmbH
Handwerkstrasse 29
70565 Stuttgart - Germany
Phone: +49 (0) 711 789 54-0 (8.00 - 16.30 German time)
Fax: +49 (0) 711 789 54-100
e-Mail: [email protected]
For assistance outside Germany, call one of the following international Woodward facilities to obtain the address
and phone number of the facility nearest your location where you will be able to get information and service.
Facility Phone number

USA +1 (970) 482 5811
India +91 (129) 409 7100
Brazil +55 (19) 3708 4800
Japan +81 (476) 93 4661
The Netherlands +31 (23) 566 1111
You can also contact the Woodward Customer Service Department or consult our worldwide directory on
Woodward’s website (www.woodward.com) for the name of your nearest Woodward distributor or service fa-
cility. [For worldwide directory information, go to www.woodward.com/ic/locations.]

Engineering Services
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Woodward Industrial Controls Engineering Services offers the following after-sales support for Woodward
products. For these services, you can contact us by telephone, by e-mail, or through the Woodward website.
• Technical support
• Product training
• Field service during commissioning
Technical Support is available through our many worldwide locations, through our authorized distributors, or
through GE Global Controls Services, depending on the product. This service can assist you with technical ques-
tions or problem solving during normal business hours. Emergency assistance is also available during non-
business hours by phoning our toll-free number and stating the urgency of your problem. For technical engineer-
ing support, please contact us via our toll-free or local phone numbers, e-mail us, or use our website and refer-
ence technical support.
Product Training is available on-site from several of our worldwide facilities, at your location, or from GE
Global Controls Services, depending on the product. This training, conducted by experienced personnel, will as-
sure that you will be able to maintain system reliability and availability. For information concerning training,
please contact us via our toll-free or local phone numbers, e-mail us, or use our website and reference customer
training.
Field Service engineering on-site support is available, depending on the product and location, from our facility
in Colorado, or from one of many worldwide Woodward offices or authorized distributors. Field engineers are
experienced on both Woodward products as well as on much of the non-Woodward equipment with which our
products interface. For field service engineering assistance, please contact us via our toll-free or local phone
numbers, e-mail us, or use our website and reference field service.

Technical Assistance
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If you need to telephone for technical assistance, you will need to provide the following information. Please write
it down here before phoning:
Contact
Your company____________________________________________________
Your name_______________________________________________________
Phone number ____________________________________________________
Fax number ______________________________________________________
Control (see name plate)

Unit no. and revision: P/N: ____________________ REV: ____________
Unit type GCP- ______________________________________
Serial number S/N _______________________________________
Description of your problem

_______________________________________________________________
_______________________________________________________________
_______________________________________________________________
_______________________________________________________________
_______________________________________________________________
_______________________________________________________________
Please be sure you have a list of all parameters available. You can print this using LeoPC1. Additionally you can
save the complete set of parameters (standard values) and send them to our Service department via e-mail.

We appreciate your comments about the content of our publications.
Please send comments to: [email protected]
Please include the manual number from the front cover of this publication.
Woodward
Handwerkstrasse 29 - 70565 Stuttgart - Germany
Phone +49 (0) 711 789 54-0 • Fax +49 (0) 711 789 54-100
[email protected]
Homepage
http://www.woodward.com/power
Woodward has company-owned plants, subsidiaries, and branches, as well as authorized

distributors and other authorized service and sales facilities throughout the world.
Complete address/phone/fax/e-mail information

for all locations is available on our website (www.woodward.com).
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GCP-30 Series Packages

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CHAPTER 1. GENERAL INFORMATION .......................................................................................... 7

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Discrete Inputs ..................................................................................................................................... 110

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Illustrations And Tables

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Type English German

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Systems Without a Mains Circuit Breaker

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Automatic 1 (Start/Stop the engine) Terminals 3/7

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Automatic 2 (Start/Stop the engine) Terminals 5/7

Multifunction Terminals 6/7

Reply: GCB is open Terminals 4/7

[GCP-32] Reply: MCB is open Terminals 54/7

[GCP-31] Isolated operating / reply external breaker Terminals 54/7

Enable MCB Terminals 53/7

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Discrete inputs Terminals 34 to 36/33 and 61 to 73/60

Ready for operation Terminals 18/19

Preheating (Diesel engine) pre-assigned to terminals 37/38

Ignition "ON" (Gas engine) pre-assigned to terminals 37/38

Fuel relay / gas valve Terminals 43/44

b) Gas engine: gas valve

Starter Terminals 45/46

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Centralized alarm pre-assigned to terminals 47/48

Command: close GCB Terminals 14/15

Command: open GCB Terminals 41/42

[GCP-32] Command: close MCB Terminals 16/17

[GCP-32] Command: open MCB Terminals 39/40

Relay Manager Terminals 74 to 83, 37/38, 47/48

Refer to Appendix B for a description of the Relay Manager functions.

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• Direct configuration (RS-232) = 9,600 Baud (8 Bit, no parity, 1 Stop bit)

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Version Number (Software Version)

Code level CS0 (User Level) Factory password = none

Code level CS2 (Commissioning Level) Factory password = "0 0 0 2"

Parameter 2 Enter code number 0000 to 9999

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Configuration files may be downloaded from the Woodward homepage at:

Parameter 3 Direct configuration YES/NO

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Language Manager (XPD, XPQ)

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12.) Enter the password for code level CS 2 (Parameter 2).

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Parameter 5 Language first / second

Refer to manual 37238 for a description of these screens.

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