Operating Instructions Tapcon 230 Expert. Voltage Regulator: The Power Behind Power

THE POWER BEHIND POWER.
Operating instructions
TAPCON® 230 Expert. Voltage regulator
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Table of contents
1 Introduction ................................................. 5 6.4 Connecting device ..................................................... 34
1.1 Manufacturer ................................................................. 5 6.4.1 Cable recommendation.................................. 34
1.2 Completeness ............................................................... 5 6.4.2 Electromagnetic compatibility....................... 35
1.3 Safekeeping................................................................... 5 6.4.3 Connecting cables to the system
1.4 Notation conventions .................................................. 5 periphery........................................................ 37
1.4.1 Hazard communication system ....................... 5 6.4.4 Connecting the CAN bus............................... 37
1.4.2 Information system........................................... 6 6.4.5 Connecting SCADA ........................................ 39
1.4.3 Instruction system............................................. 6 6.4.6 Wiring voltage measurement/current
1.4.4 Typographic conventions ................................. 7 measurement UI ........................................... 43
6.4.7 Wiring analog inputs AI .................................. 44
2 Safety........................................................... 8 6.4.8 Wiring DI 16-110 V digital inputs ................... 44
2.1 Appropriate use ............................................................ 8 6.4.9 Wiring DI 16-220 V digital inputs................... 45
2.2 Inappropriate use ......................................................... 8 6.4.10 Wiring digital outputs DO ............................ 45
2.3 Fundamental safety instructions ................................ 9 6.4.11 Wiring resistor contact series....................... 45
2.4 Personnel qualification ............................................... 10 6.4.12 Power supply and grounding....................... 45
2.5 Personal protective equipment ................................. 11 6.5 Performing tests......................................................... 48
3 IT security ................................................... 12 7 Initial steps ................................................ 49

3.1 General ......................................................................... 12 7.1 Establishing connection to visualization .................. 49
3.2 Operation ..................................................................... 12 7.2 Setting the language.................................................. 50
3.3 Commissioning............................................................ 12 7.3 Downloading the operating instructions .................. 51
3.4 Communication interfaces......................................... 13
3.5 Encryption standards .................................................. 13 8 Commissioning.......................................... 52
8.1 Commissioning wizard............................................... 52
4 Product description .................................... 14 8.2 Function tests............................................................. 52
4.1 Scope of delivery ........................................................ 14 8.2.1 Checking measured values and status of
4.2 Function description of the voltage regulation....... 14 digital inputs and outputs ............................ 53
4.3 Performance features................................................. 15 8.2.2 Testing the device control function .............. 53
4.4 Operating modes........................................................ 16 8.2.3 Checking parallel operation ........................... 54
4.5 Design .......................................................................... 17
4.5.1 Display, operating elements and front 9 Operation ................................................... 57
interface .......................................................... 17 9.1 System ......................................................................... 57
4.5.2 LEDs .................................................................. 18 9.1.1 General.............................................................. 57
4.5.3 Connections and fuses.................................... 19 9.1.2 Configuring the network................................. 60
4.5.4 Nameplate....................................................... 20 9.1.3 Web visualization ............................................ 63
4.5.5 Safety markings .............................................. 20 9.1.4 Configuring serial interfaces .......................... 63
4.5.6 Connection diagram and grounding 9.1.5 Assigning serial interfaces .............................. 64
screw ............................................................... 21 9.1.6 Setting the device time ................................... 64
4.5.7 Visualization ..................................................... 21 9.1.7 Setting the screensaver .................................. 65
9.1.8 Configuring syslog .......................................... 66
5 Packaging, transport and storage.............. 26 9.1.9 SCADA.............................................................. 67
5.1 Suitability and structure ............................................. 26 9.1.10 Linking signals and events............................ 75
5.2 Markings...................................................................... 26 9.1.11 Configuring analog inputs............................. 78
5.3 Transportation, receipt and handling of 9.1.12 Configuring digital inputs and outputs........ 79
shipments ................................................................ 26 9.1.13 Event management ....................................... 80
5.4 Storage of shipments ................................................ 27 9.1.14 User administration....................................... 82
9.1.15 Brute-force protection................................... 84
6 Mounting ................................................... 28 9.1.16 Hardware ........................................................ 85
6.1 Preparation.................................................................. 28 9.1.17 Software.......................................................... 85
6.2 Minimum distances.................................................... 28 9.1.18 Import/export manager ................................ 86
6.3 Assembly variants ...................................................... 29 9.1.19 Linking to the visualization of external
6.3.1 Flush panel mounting ..................................... 29 devices ........................................................... 87
6.3.2 Wall mounting with housing (optional) ......... 31
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9.2 Power grid................................................................... 89 13.14 Connection diagrams ........................................... 146
9.2.1 Transformer data............................................. 89 TAPCON® 230 Expert (DI 16-110 V) ...................... 147
9.2.2 Measurement .................................................. 93 TAPCON® 230 Expert (DI 16-220 V)...................... 150
9.2.3 Voltage monitoring ......................................... 94
9.2.4 Current monitoring......................................... 96 Glossary....................................................... 153
9.2.5 Power monitoring ........................................... 97
9.2.6 Power flow monitoring................................... 98
9.2.7 Monitoring settings......................................... 99
9.2.8 TAPCON® 2xx retrofit ..................................... 99
9.3 On-load tap-changer regulator ................................ 101
9.3.1 Regulation ....................................................... 101
9.3.2 Voltage regulation.......................................... 101
9.3.3 Line drop compensation............................... 109
9.3.4 Parallel operation ........................................... 111
9.3.5 U bandwidth monitoring ............................... 118
9.4 On-load tap-changer ............................................... 120
9.4.1 Tap position monitoring............................... 120
9.4.2 Tap position capture method ...................... 120
9.4.3 Target-tap-position operation ...................... 122
9.4.4 Information about the on-load tap-
changer ......................................................... 122
9.5 Motor-drive unit and control cabinet ...................... 123
9.5.1 Control of the motor-drive unit..................... 123
10 Maintenance and care ............................. 126

10.1 Cleaning the device ................................................. 126
10.2 Updating application software............................... 126
10.2.1 Copy the application software to the PC ... 126
10.2.2 Establishing connection to visualization.... 127
10.2.3 Updating application software.................... 128
11 Fault elimination...................................... 129

11.1 General faults............................................................ 129
11.2 No regulation in AUTO mode................................. 129
11.3 Unwanted on-load tap-change operation ............ 130
11.4 Human-machine interface ..................................... 130
11.5 Incorrect measured values ..................................... 130
11.6 Parallel operation faults........................................... 131
11.7 Tap position capture incorrect................................ 132
11.8 Other faults .............................................................. 132
12 Disposal................................................... 134
13 Technical data ......................................... 135

13.1 Display elements...................................................... 135
13.2 Materials ................................................................... 135
13.3 Dimensions .............................................................. 135
13.4 Power supply ........................................................... 135
13.5 Voltage measurement and current
measurement ......................................................... 136
13.6 Central processing unit ........................................... 137
13.7 Digital inputs ............................................................ 139
13.8 Digital outputs ........................................................ 140
13.9 Analog inputs........................................................... 141
13.10 Communication interfaces .................................. 142
13.11 Tap position capture / resistor contact series .... 144
13.12 Ambient conditions .............................................. 144
13.13 Standards and directives ...................................... 145
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1 Introduction
This technical file contains detailed descriptions on the safe and proper installa-
tion, connection, commissioning and monitoring of the product.
It also includes safety instructions and general information about the product.
This technical file is intended solely for specially trained and authorized person-
nel.
1.1 Manufacturer
Maschinenfabrik Reinhausen GmbH
Falkensteinstraße 8
93059 Regensburg
Deutschland
+49 941 4090-0
[email protected]
reinhausen.com
MR Reinhausen customer portal: https://portal.reinhausen.com.
Further information on the product and copies of this technical file are available
from this address if required.
1.2 Completeness
This technical document is incomplete without the following supporting docu-
ments:
– Connection diagrams
– Operating instructions
– Available as a download on the device
– Available for download at www.reinhausen.com
– Available for download in the MR Customer Portal https://portal.rein-
hausen.com
1.3 Safekeeping
Keep this technical document and all supporting documents ready at hand and
accessible for future use at all times. Download the operating instructions from
the device. The operating instructions are also available on the Maschinenfabrik
Reinhausen GmbH website and in the MR Customer Portal.
1.4 Notation conventions
1.4.1 Hazard communication system
Warnings in this technical file are displayed as follows.
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1.4.1.1 Warning relating to section
Warnings relating to sections refer to entire chapters or sections, sub-sections
or several paragraphs within this technical file. Warnings relating to sections use
the following format:
WARNING Type of danger!

Source of the danger and outcome.
Action
Action
1.4.1.2 Embedded warning information

Embedded warnings refer to a particular part within a section. These warnings
apply to smaller units of information than the warnings relating to sections. Em-
bedded warnings use the following format:
DANGER! Instruction for avoiding a dangerous situation.
1.4.1.3 Signal words in warning notices

Signal word Meaning
DANGER Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death
or serious injury.
WARNING Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in

death or serious injury.
CAUTION Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in mi-
nor or moderate injury.
NOTICE Indicates measures to be taken to prevent damage to property.

Table 1: Signal words in warning notices
1.4.2 Information system
Information is designed to simplify and improve understanding of particular

procedures. In this technical file it is laid out as follows:
Important information.
i
1.4.3 Instruction system
This technical file contains single-step and multi-step instructions.
Single-step instructions
Instructions which consist of only a single process step are structured as fol-
lows:
Aim of action
Requirements (optional).
Step 1 of 1.
Result of step (optional).
Result of action (optional).
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Multi-step instructions
Instructions which consist of several process steps are structured as follows:
Aim of action
Requirements (optional).
1. Step 1.
2. Step 2.
Result of action (optional).
1.4.4 Typographic conventions
Typographic convention Purpose Example
UPPERCASE Operating controls, switches ON/OFF
[Brackets] PC keyboard [Ctrl] + [Alt]
Bold Software operating controls Press Continue button
…>…>… Menu paths Parameter > Control parameter
Italics System messages, error messages, sig- Function monitoring alarm triggered
nals
[► Number of pages] Cross reference [► Page 41].
Dotted underscore
............................................. Glossary entry, abbreviations, definitions, Glossary entry
........................
etc.
Table 2: Typographic conventions used in this technical file
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2 Safety
– Read this technical file through to familiarize yourself with the product.
– This technical file is a part of the product.
– Read and observe the safety instructions provided in this chapter.
– Read and observe the warnings in this technical file in order to avoid func-
tion-related dangers.
– The product is manufactured on the basis of state-of-the-art technology.
Nevertheless, risks to life and limb for the user or impairment of the product
and other material assets due to the function may arise in the event of im-
proper use.
2.1 Appropriate use

The device keeps the output voltage of a transformer with an on-load tap-
changer constant. The product is designed solely for use in stationary large-
scale electrical energy systems and facilities.
If used as intended, in compliance with the requirements and conditions speci-

fied in this technical document and observing the warning notices in this techni-
cal document and attached to the product, the product does not pose a risk of
injury or damage to property or the environment. This applies throughout the
service life of the product, from delivery, installation and operation to removal
and disposal.
The following is considered intended use:

– You will find the standard valid for the product and the year of issue on the
nameplate.
– Operate the product in accordance with this technical document, the agreed-
upon delivery conditions and the technical data.
– Ensure that all necessary work is performed by qualified personnel only.
– Only use the equipment and special tools included in the scope of delivery
for the intended purpose and in accordance with the specifications of this
technical document.
– Only operate the product in industrial areas.
– Observe the notices in this technical document regarding electromagnetic
compatibility and the technical data.
– The product is intended for installation. Make sure that all fire safety precau-
tions and protection against electric shock are met.
– Make sure that the resistance to mechanical stress is met.
2.2 Inappropriate use

Use is considered to be inappropriate if the product is used other than as de-
scribed in the Intended use section. In addition, observe the following:
– The product is not a protective device. Do not use it to handle safety-related
functions.
– Do not operate the product in potentially explosive areas.
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2.3 Fundamental safety instructions
To prevent accidents, malfunctions and damage as well as unacceptable ad-
verse effects on the environment, those responsible for transport, installation,
operation, maintenance and disposal of the product or parts of the product
must ensure the following:
Personal protective equipment

Loosely worn or unsuitable clothing increases the danger of becoming trapped
or caught up in rotating parts and the danger of getting caught on protruding
parts. This poses a danger to life and limb.
– Wear appropriate personal protective equipment such as a helmet, work
gloves, etc. for the respective activity.
– Never wear damaged personal protective equipment.
– Never wear rings, necklaces, or other jewelry.
– If you have long hair, wear a hairnet.
Work area
Untidy and poorly lit work areas can lead to accidents.
– Keep the work area clean and tidy.
– Make sure that the work area is well lit.
– Observe the applicable laws for accident prevention in the relevant country.
Working during operation

The product may only be operated in a sound, operational condition. Otherwise
it poses a danger to life and limb.
– Regularly check the operational reliability of safety equipment.
– Comply with the inspection work, maintenance work and maintenance inter-
vals described in this technical file.
Invisible laser radiation

Looking directly into the beam or the reflected beam can cause eye damage.
The beam is emitted at the optical connections or at the end of the fiber-optic
cables connected to them on the assemblies. Read the chapter "Technical Data"
[►Section 13, Page 135] for further information.
– Never look directly into the beam or the reflected beam.
– Never look into the beam with the aid of optical instruments such as a mag-
nifying glass or a microscope.
– In the event that the laser beam strikes your eyes, close your eyes immedi-
ately and move your head out of the path of the beam.
Working with current transformers

Dangerous high voltages may occur when a current transformer is operated
with an open secondary circuit. This can lead to injuries and property damage.
– Never operate a current transformer with an open secondary circuit; short-
circuit the current transformer to prevent this.
– Observe the information in the current transformer operating instructions.
Handling electrical components

Electrical components can be damaged by electrostatic discharge.
– Never touch electrical components during commissioning, operation or
maintenance work.
– Take suitable measures (such as covers) to ensure that personnel cannot
touch components.
– Wear suitable personal protective equipment.
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Explosion protection
Highly flammable or explosive gases, vapors and dusts can cause serious explo-
sions and fire.
– Do not install or operate the product in areas where a risk of explosion is
present.
Safety markings
Warning signs and safety information plates are safety markings on the prod-
uct. They are an important aspect of the safety concept.
– Observe all safety markings on the product.
– Make sure all safety markings on the product remain intact and legible.
– Replace safety markings that are damaged or missing.
Ambient conditions
To ensure reliable and safe operation, the product must only be operated under
the ambient conditions specified in the technical data.
– Observe the specified operating conditions and requirements for the installa-
tion location.
Modifications and conversions

Unauthorized or inappropriate changes to the product may lead to personal in-
jury, material damage and operational faults.
– Only modify the product after consultation with Maschinenfabrik Reinhausen
GmbH.
Spare parts
Spare parts not approved by Maschinenfabrik Reinhausen GmbH may lead to
physical injury, damage to the product and malfunctions.
– Only use spare parts that have been approved by Maschinenfabrik Rein-
hausen GmbH.
– Contact Maschinenfabrik Reinhausen GmbH.
2.4 Personnel qualification

The person responsible for assembly, commissioning, operation, maintenance
and inspection must ensure that the personnel are sufficiently qualified.
Electrically skilled person

The electrically skilled person has a technical qualification and therefore has the
required knowledge and experience, and is also conversant with the applicable
standards and regulations. The electrically skilled person is also proficient in the
following:
– Can identify potential dangers independently and is able to avoid them.
– Is able to perform work on electrical systems.
– Is specially trained for the working environment in which (s)he works.
– Must satisfy the requirements of the applicable statutory regulations for acci-
dent prevention.
Electrically trained persons

An electrically trained person receives instruction and guidance from an electri-
cally skilled person in relation to the tasks undertaken and the potential dangers
in the event of inappropriate handling as well as the protective devices and
safety measures. The electrically trained person works exclusively under the
guidance and supervision of an electrically skilled person.
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Operator
The operator uses and operates the product in line with this technical file. The
operating company provides the operator with instruction and training on the
specific tasks and the associated potential dangers arising from improper han-
dling.
Technical Service
We strongly recommend having maintenance, repairs and retrofitting carried
out by our Technical Service department. This ensures that all work is per-
formed correctly. If maintenance is not carried out by our Technical Service de-
partment, please ensure that the personnel who carry out the maintenance are
trained and authorized by Maschinenfabrik Reinhausen GmbH to carry out the
work.
Authorized personnel
Authorized personnel are trained by Maschinenfabrik Reinhausen GmbH to
carry out special maintenance.
2.5 Personal protective equipment

Personal protective equipment must be worn during work to minimize risks to
health.
– Always wear the personal protective equipment required for the job at hand.
– Never wear damaged personal protective equipment.
– Observe information about personal protective equipment provided in the
work area.
Protective clothing Close-fitting work clothing with a low tearing strength, with
tight sleeves and with no protruding parts. It mainly serves to
protect the wearer against being caught by moving machine
parts.
Safety shoes To protect against falling heavy objects and slipping on slip-
pery surfaces.
Safety glasses To protect the eyes from flying parts and splashing liquids.
Visor To protect the face from flying parts and splashing liquids or
other dangerous substances.
Hard hat To protect against falling and flying parts and materials.
Hearing protection To protect against hearing damage.
Protective gloves To protect against mechanical, thermal, and electrical haz-

ards.
Table 3: Personal protective equipment
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3 IT security
Observe the following recommendations to operate the product safely.
3.1 General
– Ensure that only authorized personnel have access to the device.
– Only use the device within an ESP (electronic security perimeter). Do not
connect the device to the Internet in an unprotected state. Use mechanisms
for vertical and horizontal network segmentation and security gateways (fire-
walls) at the transition points.
– Ensure that the device is only operated by trained personnel who are familiar
with IT security.
– Check regularly whether software updates are available for the device and
perform the updates.
3.2 Operation
Observe the following recommendations during device operation:
– Change the password at regular intervals.
– Export the security log [►Section 9.1.18.1, Page 86] at regular intervals.
– Check the log files regularly for unauthorized system access and other secu-
rity-related events.
3.3 Commissioning
Observe the following recommendations for device commissioning:
– User IDs must be unique and assignable. Do not use a "Group account" func-
tion or the "Auto login" function.
– Activate the "Auto logout [►Section 9.1.1.2, Page 57]" function.
– Restrict the rights of the individual user groups as much as is feasible; this
helps avoid errors during operations. A user with the "Operator" role, for ex-
ample, should only perform operations and should not be able to change any
device settings.
– Delete or disable the default "admin" user ID. This requires first creating a
new user account with the "Administrator" role. You can then use it to delete
or disable the default "admin" account.
– Deactivate service user access.
– Activate brute-force protection [►Section 9.1.15, Page 84].
– Enable SSL/TLS encryption [►Section 9.1.1, Page 57]; access to the device
is then only possible using the SSL/TLS protocol. In addition to encrypting
communication, this protocol also checks the authenticity of the server.
– Integrate the device into a public key infrastructure. Create your own SSL cer-
tificates for this if necessary and then import them.
– Connect the device to a central log server by using the syslog interface.
– Deactivate all unused interfaces.
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3.4 Communication interfaces
Interface Protocol Port Description
X2 TCP 102 IEC 61850
X2 TCP 502 Modbus 1
X2 TCP 20000 DNP3 1
X2 TCP 2404 IEC 60870-5-104 1
X3 TCP 80 HTTP for web-based visualization 2
X3 TCP 443 HTTPS for web-based visualization
X3 TCP 22 SSH server 3
X4 - - Serial interface (SCADA)
X5 - - Serial interface (SCADA)

Table 4: Interfaces and open ports
3.5 Encryption standards

The device supports the following TLS versions:
– TLS 1.0
– TLS 1.1
– TLS 1.2
– TLS 1.3
The device uses the following cipher suites for a TLS-secured connection:
Key exchange Authentication Encryption Key length Operating Hash function

mode
TLS ECDHE RSA WITH AES 128 CBC SHA
DHE SHA265
ECDHE ECDSA GCM SHA256
ECDH 256 CBC SHA
RSA SHA256
GCM SHA384
Table 5: Cipher suite
The device uses the SHA512 hash function to save passwords.
1 Default setting; if you have modified the port for the control system protocol, only the set port is open.
2 Port is closed if you activate the device's SSL encryption.
3 SSH is disabled when MR service access is disabled.
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4 Product description
4.1 Scope of delivery

Check the shipment for completeness based on the shipping documents.
– Voltage regulator
– RJ45 patch cables
– Shield clamps
– Plug connectors
– Tension clamps
– Technical documents
– Additional nameplate
– Terminating resistor for CAN bus
– Terminating resistor for RS485 bus
Optional
– Housing for wall mounting
– Device type-dependent:
– Ethernet to FO converter (SFP module)
– Serial to FO converter
4.2 Function description of the voltage regulation

The device keeps the output voltage of a transformer with an on-load tap-
changer constant.
The device compares the transformer's measured voltage (Uactual) with a defined
reference voltage (Udesired). The difference between Uactual and Udesired is the con-
trol deviation dU.
The device parameters can be adjusted to the line voltage behavior to achieve a
balanced control response with the on-load tap-changer only performing a
small number of tap-change operations.
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Summer Winter
Control path
Regulating transformer
Automatic voltage regulator

Load profile of the grid
Desired value
Line voltage
Control variable
Line voltage
Measurement
transformer
Inputs
Digital and analog
Automatic voltage regulator

SCADA
Such as for parallel operation

of up to 16 transformers
Long-distance communication and control center
Figure 1: Overview of voltage regulation
4.3 Performance features

– Web-based visualization
– Automatic voltage regulation
– 1 to 3 desired values
– Desired value setting
– Analog
– Using TDSC
– Line drop compensation
– R&X compensation: Compensation for voltage drops on the line
– Z compensation: Compensation for voltage fluctuations in the meshed
grid
– Integrated monitoring functions:
– Voltage monitoring
– Current monitoring
– Apparent power monitoring
– Active power monitoring
– Reactive power monitoring
– Power factor monitoring
– Display of all measured values such as voltage, current, active power, appar-
ent power and reactive power
– Tap position capture
– BCD code
– Dual code
– Gray code
– Resistor contact series
– N/O contact series
– Analog
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– Parallel operation of up to 16 transformers in 2 groups using the following
methods:
– Master (tap synchronization)
– Follower (tap synchronization)
– Automatic tap synchronization
– Circulating reactive current
– Power factor
– SCADA
– IEC 60870-5-101
– IEC 60870-5-104
– IEC 61850 Ed. 1, Ed. 2.1
– Modbus RTU
– Modbus TCP
– DNP3
4.4 Operating modes

Auto mode (AVR AUTO)
In auto mode, the device automatically regulates the voltage in accordance with
the set parameters. It is not possible to perform manual tap-change operations
using operating controls or inputs.
Manual mode (AVR MANUAL)

In manual mode, you can perform manual tap-change operations to increase or
decrease the voltage. There is no automatic voltage regulation.
Local mode (LOCAL)

In local mode, you can make entries and issue commands using the device's op-
erating controls. You cannot use inputs to make entries or issue commands.
Remote mode (REMOTE)

In remote mode, you can make entries and issue commands using digital in-
puts.
AVR AUTO AVR MANUAL
LOCAL REMOTE LOCAL REMOTE
Automatic regulation Yes Yes No No
Tap-change operation via op- No No Yes No

erating controls
Tap-change operation via in- No No No Yes

puts
Tap-change operation via No No No Yes

SCADA1)
Value adjustment via SCADA1) No Yes No Yes

Table 6: Overview of operating modes
1)
Only with the TAPCON® 230 expert and TAPCON® 230 AVT versions

4.5 Design
4.5.1 Display, operating elements and front interface
Figure 2: Voltage regulator
1 REMOTE key 4 Activate REMOTE mode
2 AUTO key Activate AUTO mode
3 RAISE key 5 Send a control command to the motor-drive

unit to increase the voltage.
4 MANUAL key Activate MANUAL mode
5 LOWER key 5 Send a control command to the motor-drive

unit to reduce the voltage.
6 Display -
7 Front interface RJ45 Ethernet interface
8 ENTER key Confirm selection/save modified parameters
9 LEFT cursor Navigate to the left in the menu
10 RIGHT cursor Navigate to the right in the menu
11 BACK key Exit the current menu. Return to the previ-

ous menu level
4 Key without function if a digital input is used to toggle between LOCAL/REMOTE.

5 Only possible in manual mode.

4.5.2 LEDs
Figure 3: LEDs
1 Power supply LED Blue Illuminates when the device is supplied

with power.
2 AVR STATUS LED Red Illuminates when the device is in the er-
ror state.
Yellow Illuminates when the device starts or has

been paused; e.g. during a software up-
date.
Blue Illuminates when the device is in the op-

erating state.
3 ALARM LED Red Illuminates as soon as a red event is

present.
Yellow Illuminates as soon as a yellow event is

present.
Blue Illuminates if there are no events or a

gray event is present.
4 LED X8 110 V DC output Yellow Lights up when the 110 V DC output is

active.

4.5.3 Connections and fuses
The connections are located on the rear of the device. You will find more infor-
mation on the connections in the Technical data [►Section 13, Page 135] sec-
tion.
Figure 4: Rear
1 F2 Internal fuse for the power 2 X9 Power supply

supply
3 F1 Internal fuse for the 4 X8 Auxiliary supply voltage source

Auxiliary supply voltage 110 V DC AUX 6
source
110 V DC AUX 6
5 X7 Voltage measurement/
current measurement
6 Can be used for supplying the digital inputs on devices with DI 16-110 V. Check which version you have by looking at the connection
terminal designation on the rear of the device.

Connections and terminals
Figure 5: Connections/terminals
1 COM-X6 CAN bus/SCADA in- 2 COM X5 Interface for patch cable for
terface RS485/resis- SCADA via fiber-optic cable
tor contact series
3 COM X4 Fiber-optic cable (SFP 4 COM X3 SCADA interface RS232

cage for the SFP mod-
ule)
5 COM X2 Interface for visualiza- 6 COM X1 Interface for patch cable for
tion via the front in- RS232 or RS485
terface
7 CPU Central processing 8 DI 16-110 V Digital inputs 7

unit DI 16-220 V
9 DO 8-1 Digital outputs 10 DO 8-2 Digital outputs
11 AI 4 Analog inputs
4.5.4 Nameplate
Figure 6: Nameplate on the rear of the device
4.5.5 Safety markings
Warning of a danger point. Read the information given in the product operating
instructions.
7 Check which version you have by looking at the connection terminal designation on the rear of the device.

4.5.6 Connection diagram and grounding screw
Figure 7: Connection diagram/grounding screw
1 Grounding screw 2 Connection diagram
4.5.7 Visualization
4.5.7.1 Main screen
Home
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2
3
Figure 8: Home
1 Secondary navigation or navigation 2 Primary navigation

path
3 Status bar 4 Display area

Measured values/display
Figure 9: Measured values/display
1 Transformer name (can be edited) 2 Tap position
3 Actual measured values: Voltage,

control deviation with correction, cur-
rent, power factor
Desired values/actual values/delay time
1 2 3
6
Figure 10: Desired values/actual values/delay time
1 Desired value 2 Upper limit of bandwidth
3 Mode: Independent mode/parallel op- 4 Trend of corrected voltage (correction

eration due to compensation or parallel oper-
ation)
5 Delay time T1/T2 6 Lower limit of bandwidth
4.5.7.2 Operating concept

You can operate the device using the controls on the front panel or using the
web-based Intuitive Control Interface visualization on a PC. The scope of func-
tion and structure of both options is virtually identical.
User rights and user roles

The device is equipped with a rights system and a roles system. The display and
access rights to device settings or events can therefore be controlled at the user
level. You can configure the rights system and roles system to meet your re-
quirements. You will find more information in the User administration [►Sec-
tion 9.1.14, Page 82] section.
You can only modify the device settings or parameters if you have the nec-
i essary user rights.

Logging in, logging out and changing users
The control of access rights to device settings and parameters is user-based.
Several users can log in at the same time via the visualization and access the de-
vice.
If you want to operate the device via the controls and visualization at the
i same time, you have to log in on the device and via the visualization.
1. Select the LOGIN or CHANGE button in the status line.

2. Enter your user name and password and select the OK button.
The name of the logged-in user appears in the status line.
To log out as a user, proceed as follows:

Press the LOGOUT button in the status line.
Navigation
If you are operating the device using the operating controls on the front panel,
you can use the keys and to navigate through the entire menu. The
menu currently selected has a blue border. To open the highlighted menu, you
have to press the key. Pressing the key returns you to the previous
menu level.
If you are operating the device using the web-based visualization, you can navi-
gate by clicking on the appropriate buttons:
1. Go to Settings.
2. Go to Parameters.
3. Go to System.
4. Go to Time synchronization.
5. Select Time.
In these operating instructions, the path for navigating to a parameter is always

shown in an abridged form: Go to Settings > Parameters > System > Time syn-
chronization.
Setting parameters
There are various ways to configure the settings, depending on the parameter.
Selecting from a list

1. Use to navigate to the list and press .
2. Use or to highlight the list entry and press .
3. Press the Accept button to save the modified parameter.

Entering a value
1. Use or to select the value field and press .
If operating via the front panel, the numerical keypad appears.
Figure 11: Entering a value
2. Enter the desired value and confirm with .

Entering text
1. Use or to select the text box and press .
If operating via the front panel, the keyboard appears.
Figure 12: Entering text
2. Enter the desired text and confirm with .


Parameter search
You can use the quick search function in the parameter menu to search for a
parameter. Enter the name of the desired parameter in the Search entry field.
Figure 13: Quick search
Expert mode
The device has an expert mode for entering the parameters. You can enter the
parameters directly on the overview screen of the respective menu in this
mode.
Figure 14: Expert mode
To activate the expert mode, proceed as follows:

1. Go to Settings > Parameters.
2. Select the Expert mode checkbox.
Expert mode is active.
Hiding/showing parameters
Depending on how you set the parameters, the device will hide or show addi-
tional parameters related to this function.

5 Packaging, transport and
storage
5.1 Suitability and structure

The goods are packaged in a sturdy cardboard box. This ensures that the ship-
ment is secure when in the intended transportation position and that none of
its parts touch the loading surface of the means of transport or touch the
ground after unloading.
The box is designed for a maximum load of 10 kg.
Inlays inside the box stabilize the goods, preventing impermissible changes of
position, and protect them from vibration.
5.2 Markings
The packaging bears a signature with instructions for safe transport and correct
storage. The following symbols apply to the shipment of non-hazardous goods.
Adherence to these symbols is mandatory.
Protect against Top Fragile Attach lifting Center of mass

moisture gear here
Table 7: Shipping pictograms
5.3 Transportation, receipt and handling of ship-

ments
In addition to oscillation stress, jolts must also be expected during transporta-
tion. In order to prevent possible damage, avoid dropping, tipping, knocking
over and colliding with the product.
If a crate tips over, falls from a certain height (e.g. when slings tear) or experi-
ences an unbroken fall, damage must be expected regardless of the weight.
Every delivered shipment must be checked for the following by the recipient be-
fore acceptance (acknowledgment of receipt):
– Completeness based on the delivery slip
– External damage of any type
The checks must take place after unloading when the crate or transport con-
tainer can be accessed from all sides.
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Visible damage If external transport damage is detected on receipt of the shipment, proceed as
follows:
– Immediately record the transport damage found in the shipping documents
and have this countersigned by the carrier.
– In the event of severe damage, total loss or high damage costs, immediately
notify the sales department at Maschinenfabrik Reinhausen and the relevant
insurance company.
– After identifying damage, do not modify the condition of the shipment fur-
ther and retain the packaging material until an inspection decision has been
made by the transport company or the insurance company.
– Record the details of the damage immediately onsite together with the car-
rier involved. This is essential for any claim for damages!
– If possible, photograph damage to packaging and packaged goods. This also
applies to signs of corrosion on the packaged goods due to moisture inside
the packaging (rain, snow, condensation).
– Be absolutely sure to also check the sealed packaging.
Hidden damage When damages are not determined until unpacking after receipt of the ship-
ment (hidden damage), proceed as follows:
– Make the party responsible for the damage liable as soon as possible by tele-
phone and in writing, and prepare a damage report.
– Observe the time periods applicable to such actions in the respective coun-
try. Inquire about these in good time.
With hidden damage, it is very hard to make the transportation company (or
other responsible party) liable. Any insurance claims for such damages can only
be successful if relevant provisions are expressly included in the insurance
terms and conditions.
5.4 Storage of shipments

When selecting and setting up the storage location, ensure the following:
– Protect stored goods against moisture (flooding, water from melting snow
and ice), dirt, pests such as rats, mice, termites and so on, and against unau-
thorized access.
– Store the crates on timber beams and planks as a protection against rising
damp and for better ventilation.
– Ensure sufficient carrying capacity of the ground.
– Keep entrance paths free.
– Check stored goods at regular intervals. Also take appropriate action after
storms, heavy rain or snow and so on.
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6 Mounting
DANGER Electric shock!
Risk of fatal injury due to electrical voltage. Always observe the following
safety regulations when working in or on electrical equipment.
Disconnect the equipment.
Lock the equipment to prevent an unintentional restart.
Make sure all poles are de-energized.
Ground and short-circuit.
Cover or cordon off adjacent energized parts.
WARNING Electric shock!

Dangerous high voltages may occur when a current transformer is operated
with an open secondary circuit. This can lead to death, injuries and property
damage.
Never operate a current transformer with an open secondary circuit; short-
circuit the current transformer to prevent this.
Observe the information in the current transformer operating instructions.
NOTICE Damage to the device!

Electrostatic discharge may cause damage to the device.
Take precautionary measures to prevent the build-up of electrostatic
charges on work surfaces and personnel.
6.1 Preparation
The following tools are needed for mounting:
Depending on the installation site and mounting version, you may need ad-
i ditional tools and corresponding attachment material, such as screws, nuts
and washers which are not included in the scope of delivery.
– Depending on mounting version:

– Electric jigsaw for flush panel mounting.
– Drill for wall mounting (wall mounting with housing).
– Screwdriver for connecting the signal lines and supply lines.
6.2 Minimum distances

Insufficient circulation of ambient air can result in damage to the device due
to overheating.
Keep the ventilation slots clear.
Ensure sufficient distance to neighboring components.
Only mount device in horizontal position (ventilation slots are at the top
and bottom).
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To the base of the control cabinet Minimum clearance: 88.9 mm (3.5 in)
Equivalent to 2RU
To the roof of the control cabinet
Between the device and other assemblies on

offset cap rails
Table 8: Minimum clearances in the control cabinet
88.9 mm (3.5 in)
88.9 mm (3.5 in)
Figure 15: Minimum clearances
For other installation types, contact Maschinenfabrik Reinhausen GmbH.
6.3 Assembly variants
6.3.1 Flush panel mounting
The device can be mounted in a control panel using tension clamps. The recom-
mended wall thickness is 2...5 mm.
Dimensions for the control panel cutout
B: 202 mm (7.95 in)

A: 312 mm (12.28 in)
t = 2...5 mm (0.08...0.2 in)
Figure 16: Dimensions for the cutout
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1. Cut out the section for the control panel.
Figure 17: Cutting out the section for the control panel
2. Push the device into the cutout from the front.
Figure 18: Pushing the device into the cutout
3. Insert the tension clamps included in the delivery.
Figure 19: Inserting the device into the cutout
4. Screw the threaded pins into the tension clamps and secure the device.
Figure 20: Securing the device
The device is mounted and can be wired up.
6.3.2 Wall mounting with housing (optional)
For wall mounting, the device is fixed to the wall in a housing using wall brack-
ets. Use the supplied tension clamps to install the device in the housing.
6.3.2.1 Drill holes for wall mounting

Drill 4 holes, each 6.8 mm in diameter, in the wall as shown in the drilling tem-
plate below.
444,3 mm (17,49 in)

521,3 mm (20,52 in)
Figure 21: Drilling template for the housing
6.3.2.2 Affixing the housing to the wall
The screws for wall mounting are not included in the scope of supply. The
i screw length required depends on the wall thickness.
NOTICE! Damage to the housing due to open door. Close the door of the
housing to prevent damage during wall mounting.
Fix the housing to the wall using 4 screws (M8).
Figure 22: Wall mounting
Proceed with wiring as shown in the connection diagram and as described in

the “Connecting device” section.
6.3.2.3 Installing the device in the housing

Open the housing swing frame.
1. Push the device into the housing swing frame from the front.
Figure 23: Pushing the device into the swing frame
2. Insert the tension clamps included in the delivery.
Figure 24: Inserting the device into the cutout
3. Screw the threaded pins into the hole in the tension clamp and secure the
device.
Figure 25: Securing the device
6.4 Connecting device
WARNING Electric shock!
Connection errors can lead to death, injury or property damage.
Ground the device with a protective conductor using the grounding screw
on the housing.
Note the phase difference of the secondary terminals for the current trans-
former and voltage transformer.
Connect the output relays correctly to the motor-drive unit.
Supply the voltage via separators and ensure that current paths can be
i short-circuited. Fit the separator, clearly labeled and freely accessible, close
to the device's power supply. This ensures that the device can be replaced
with ease in the event of a defect.
Wiring information
– To obtain a better overview when connecting cables, only use as many ca-
bles as necessary.
– Observe the connection diagram [►Section 13.14, Page 146].
– Only use the specified cables for wiring. Note the cable recommendation
[►Section 6.4.1, Page 34].
– NOTICE! Damage to the terminals! Tightening the screws too tightly can
damage the screw terminals. When fastening the screw terminals, make sure
that the tightening torque is 0.4 Nm.
– Wire the leads to the system periphery.
– For wall mounting with housing (optional):
– When wiring the device, use the cable glands below the housing if neces-
sary.
– NOTICE! Damage to the device! If any cable glands remain open, the IP
degree of protection cannot be assured. Close off unused cable glands us-
ing dummy plugs.
1. Disconnect the connectors required.
2. Strip insulation from cables and wires.
3. Crimp stranded wires with wire end sleeves.
4. Guide leads into corresponding connector terminals.
5. Fasten screws for the corresponding terminals using a screwdriver.
6. Plug connectors into the correct slots.
7. Equip the cable harnesses with strain relief.
6.4.1 Cable recommendation
Please note the following Maschinenfabrik Reinhausen recommendation when

wiring the device.
Excessive line capacitance can prevent the relay contacts from interrupting
i the contact current. In control circuits operated with alternating current,
take into account the effect of the line capacitance of long control cables
on the function of the relay contacts.
If you want to route Ethernet connections from a control cabinet or build-
ing, we recommend using fiber-optic cables (in accordance with the
IEC 61850-90-4 recommendation).
Cable Interface Cable type Conductor cross-section Max. length
Power supply (external) X9 Unshielded 1.5 mm² -
Voltage measurement UI-X7 Shielded 2.5 mm² -
Current measurement UI-X7 Unshielded 2.5 mm² -
Digital signal inputs DI 16 Shielded 1.5 mm² 400 m (<25 Ω/km)
Digital signal outputs 8 DO 8 Shielded 1.5 mm² -
Analog signal inputs AI 4 Shielded 1 mm² 400 m (<25 Ω/km)
RS232, D-SUB 9-pole COM X3 Shielded 0.25 mm² 25 m
RS485 COM-X6 Shielded 0.25 mm² 140 m
CAN bus COM-X6 Shielded 0.75 mm² 2,000 m (total CAN bus)
Ethernet RJ45 X2, X3 Min. CAT5, shielded S/ - 100 m

FTP
Ethernet FO COM X4 Duplex LC multimode, - 2,000 m

Om3, 1,310 nm
110 V DC output X8 Unshielded 1.5 mm² -
RJ45 patch cables - Min. CAT5, shielded S/ - approx. 30 cm

FTP
Table 9: Recommendation for connection cables
6.4.2 Electromagnetic compatibility
The device has been developed in accordance with applicable EMC standards.
The following points must be noted in order to maintain the EMC standards.
6.4.2.1 Wiring requirement of installation site

Note the following when selecting the installation site:
– The system's overvoltage protection must be effective.
– The system's ground connection must comply with all technical regulations.
– Separate system parts must be joined by a potential equalization.
– The device and its wiring must be at least 10 m away from circuit-breakers,
load disconnectors and busbars.
6.4.2.2 Wiring requirement of operating site

Note the following when wiring the operating site:
– Route the connecting leads in grounded metal cable ducts.
– Do not route lines which cause interference (e.g. power lines) and lines sus-
ceptible to interference (e.g. signal lines) in the same cable duct.
– Maintain a distance of more than 100 mm between lines which cause inter-
ference and those which are susceptible to interference.
8 Observe line capacitance, see note above.
Figure 26: Recommended wiring
1 Cable duct for lines causing interfer- 3 Cable duct for lines susceptible to in-
ence terference
2 Line causing interference (e.g. power 4 Line susceptible to interference (e.g.

line) signal line)
– Short-circuit and ground reserve lines.

– Never connect the device with a multi-wire collective pipe.
– For signal transmission, use shielded lines with individual conductors (outgo-
ing conductor / return conductor) twisted in pairs.
– Connect full surface of shielding (360º) to device or to a nearby grounding
bar.
Using single conductors may limit the effectiveness of the shielding. Con-
i nect close-fitting shielding to cover all areas.
Figure 27: Recommended connection of the shielding
1 Connection of the shielding via a sin- 2 Full-surface connection of the shield-

gle conductor ing
6.4.2.3 Wiring requirement in control cabinet

Note the following when wiring in the control cabinet:
– The control cabinet where the device will be installed must be prepared in ac-
cordance with EMC requirements:
– Functional division of the control cabinet (physical separation)
– Constant potential equalization (all metal parts are joined)
– Line routing in accordance with EMC requirements (separation of lines
which cause interference and those susceptible to interference)
– Optimum shielding (metal housing)
– Overvoltage protection (lightning protection)
– Collective grounding (main grounding rail)
– Cable bushings in accordance with EMC requirements
– Any contactor coils present must be interconnected
– The device's connection cables must be laid in close contact with the
grounded metal housing or in metal cable ducts with a ground connection.
– Signal lines and power lines/switching lines must be laid in separate cable
ducts.
– The device must be grounded [►Section 6.4.12.2, Page 46] at the screw
provided for this using a grounding cable.
6.4.3 Connecting cables to the system periphery
To obtain a better overview when connecting cables, only use as many

i leads as necessary.
To connect cables to the system periphery, proceed as follows:

Only use the specified cables for wiring. Note the cable recommendation
[►Section 6.4.1, Page 34].
Connect the lines to be wired to the device to the system periphery as shown
in the connection diagrams supplied.
6.4.4 Connecting the CAN bus
6.4.4.1 Shielding the CAN bus

In order for the CAN bus to operate faultlessly, you have to connect the shield-
ing using one of the following variants. If you are not able to use any of the vari-
ants detailed below, we recommend using fiber-optic cables. Fiber-optic cables
decouple the devices and are not sensitive to electromagnetic interference
(surge and burst).

If you connect the CAN bus cable to devices with different potentials, current
may flow across the shielding. This current may damage the device.
Connect the devices to a potential equalization rail to equalize the poten-
tial.
If both devices have different potentials, only connect the CAN bus cable
shielding to one device.
Variant 1: The connected devices share the same potential

1. Connect all devices to a potential equalization rail to equalize the potential.
2. Connect the CAN bus cable shielding to all connected devices.
Variant 2: The connected devices have different potential levels
Note that the shielding is less effective with this variant.

i
Connect the CAN bus cable shielding to just one device.
Connect the wires of the shielded CAN bus cable in pins 10 (CAN H), 9 (CAN
GND) and 8 (CAN L) of the COM-X6 connector.
Figure 28: Connecting wires in pins 10, 9, 8
Position the cable shielding; screw into place using the shield clamp provided
and provide strain relief (using a cable tie).
Figure 29: Shield clamp and strain relief
6.4.4.2 Mounting terminating resistor of CAN bus
If you want to operate the device in parallel operation, you need to mount a
120 Ω terminating resistor at both ends of the CAN bus.
Figure 30: Terminating resistor of the CAN bus
Mount terminal resistors in pins 10, 9 and 8 of the COM-X6 connector.
6.4.5 Connecting SCADA

Using the wrong data cable may damage the device.
Only use data cables which comply with the description below.
Depending on the control system used, you have to connect the device with
one of the following versions.
6.4.5.1 Serial interface RS485 (COM-X6)

If you want to use the RS485 serial interface, you need to mount a 120 Ω termi-
nating resistor at both ends of the RS485 bus.
1. Connect the wires of the shielded cable in pins 7 (Data +), 6 (GND) and 5
(Data-) of the COM-X6 connector.
Figure 31: Connecting wires in pins 7, 6, 5
2. Position the cable shielding, screw it into the shield clamp provided, and pro-
vide strain relief (using a cable tie).
Figure 32: Shield clamp and strain relief
3. Connect the COM-X1 RJ45 interface and the CPU-X4 interface together us-
ing the patch cable.
6.4.5.2 Serial RS232 (D-SUB 9-pole) interface
Data cable
To connect the device via the RS232 interface, use a data cable with the follow-
ing structure:
1 1
RXD 2 2
9
5 TXD 3 3 9
5
4 4
GND 5 5
6
1 6 6 16 1
7 7
8 8
9 9
Figure 33: RS232 data cable (9-pole)
D-SUB 9-pole plug connection

Only use 9-pole D-SUB plugs with the following characteristics:
– Plug housing is metallic or metal-plated
– Cable shielding is connected with the plug using one of the following two
variants:
– Shielding is screwed down with traction relief.
– Shielding is soldered to the plug housing.
Figure 34: Example of a soldered shielding on a plug housing
Connection
1. Connect the D-SUB 9-pole connector to the COM-X3 interface.
2. Connect the COM-X1 RJ45 interface to the CPU-X5 interface using the sup-
plied patch cable.
6.4.5.3 Fiber-optic cable

To ensure error-free data transmission, observe the information from the man-
ufacturer of the fiber-optic cable and the following instructions:
– Radii must not fall below the minimum permissible bend radii (do not bend
fiber-optic cable).
– The fiber-optic cables must not be over-stretched or crushed. Observe the
permissible load values.
– The fiber-optic cables must not be twisted.
– Be aware of sharp edges because they can damage the fiber-optic cable's
coating during laying or can place mechanical loads on the coating later on.
– Provide a sufficient cable reserve near distributor cabinets. Lay the reserve
such that the fiber-optic cable is neither bent nor twisted when tightened.
Fiber-optic cable, 1,310 nm Multimode

1. Slide the SFP module into the COM-X4 interface and fold down the clasp
.
Figure 35: Engaging the SFP module
2. Remove the SFP module dust plug.
Figure 36: Remove the dust protection
3. Insert the fiber-optic cable with LC duplex into the SFP module COM-X4 in-
terface.
4. Connect the COM-X5 to the CPU-X2 using the supplied patch cable.
Figure 37: Connecting CPU-X5 and COM-X2
Serial fiber-optic cable

You will need the CM-0847 FO converter if you want to connect your control
system via the serial fiber-optic cable.
Connect the serial fiber-optic cable and the converter to the CPU-X5 inter-
face.
6.4.5.4 Ethernet interface

Connect the Ethernet cable (RJ45 connector) to the COM-X3 interface.
6.4.6 Wiring voltage measurement/current measurement UI
You must fuse the voltage measurement circuit in accordance with the conduc-
tor cross section used. You can use the following fuse types:
Miniature circuit breaker Safety fuse
Standard IEC 60947-2 IEC 60269
Rated voltage 400 V (L-L) or 230 V (L-N)
Rated current 30 mA...16 A
Characteristics B, C, K or Z Fast-acting, medium-acting

or delayed-acting
Rated switching capacity 50 kA

For installation in accordance with IEC 61010-2-30 CAT II:
10 kA
Table 10: Permissible fuse types
1. Voltage measurement: Feed the wires into the terminals UI:X7-4 (N conduc-
tor) and UI:X7-3 (L conductor) and fasten them using a screwdriver.
Figure 38: UI:X7-4/3
2. Current measurement: Feed the wires into the terminals UI:X7-2 (l) and
UI:X7-1 (k) and fasten them using a screwdriver.
Figure 39: UI:X7-2/1
6.4.7 Wiring analog inputs AI
NOTICE Damage to the device and sensors!

Incorrectly connected and configured analog inputs/outputs may result in
damage to the device and sensor.
Follow information about connecting analog sensors.
Configure analog inputs and outputs according to the connected sensors.
You can connect the following types of analog sensors:

– 0/4...20 mA
– 0 to 10 V
– PT100/PT1000 (2-wire, 3-wire, 4-wire) indirectly via measuring transducer
In order to correctly record the analog signals, you must place the cable shield-
ing on the grounding bar. The cable shielding should only be removed just prior
to connecting to ensure that the section with unshielded cables is kept as short
as possible. The shielding must be connected with shielding clips.
Block diagram and wiring versions

CAN bus
AI 4
Controller
Reinforced insulation
D D D D
A A A A
IN VO U+
IN V1 U+
IN V3 U+
IN V2 U+
IN VO U-
IN VO I+
IN V3 U-
IN V2 U-
IN V1 U-
IN V3 I+
IN V2 I+
IN V1 I+
IN VO I-
IN V3 I-
IN V2 I-
IN V1 I-
X4
X3
X2
X1
3
3
4
4
1
1
2
1
Connection of a 2- Connection of a 4- Connection of a 3- Connection of a 4-
conductor measuring conductor measuring conductor measuring conductor measuring
transducer with current transducer with voltage transducer with current transducer with current
output output output output
Figure 40: Block diagram for analog inputs
1. Lead the wires into the connector and fasten them using a screwdriver.
2. Insert the plug into the respective slot in accordance with the connection dia-
gram [►Section 13.14, Page 146] and screw into place.
6.4.8 Wiring DI 16-110 V digital inputs
If the device has DI 16-110 V connections, these have to be supplied with an

auxiliary voltage of 110 V DC.
Check which version you have by looking at the connection terminal desig-
i nation on the rear of the device.
1. Feed the wires into the terminal of the DI 16-110V plug in accordance with
the connection diagram [►Section 13.14, Page 146] and fasten them using a
screwdriver.
2. Plug the connector into the respective slot and screw it into place.
Auxiliary power supply for digital inputs

1. Feed the wires into the terminals X8:2 and X8:1 of the X8 plug in accordance
with the connection diagram [►Section 13.14, Page 146] and fasten them
using a screwdriver.
6.4.9 Wiring DI 16-220 V digital inputs
If the device has DI 16-220 V connections, proceed as follows:
Check which version you have by looking at the connection terminal desig-
i nation on the rear of the device.
1. Feed the wires into the terminal of the DI 16-220 V plug in accordance with
the connection diagram [►Section 13.14, Page 146] and fasten them using a
screwdriver.
6.4.10 Wiring digital outputs DO
CAN bus
DO 8
Controller
Reinforced
insulation
COM D07
COM D06
COM D05
COM D04
COM D03
COM D02
COM D01
COM D00
OUT D07
OUT D06
OUT D05
OUT D04
OUT D03
OUT D02
OUT D01
OUT D00
X4
X3
X2
X1
3
3
4
4
2
1
U+
U-
1-pole with
1-pole with connected
connected 2-pole
positive
negative
Rz Rz Rz
Figure 41: Block diagram for digital outputs
1. Feed the wires into the terminal of the plug connection diagram and fasten
them using a screwdriver.
6.4.11 Wiring resistor contact series
Connect the resistor contact series to the COM X6 and AI 4 interfaces in accor-
dance with the connection diagram [►Section 13.14, Page 146].
6.4.12 Power supply and grounding
6.4.12.1 Connecting the power supply

You may only connect the device to circuits with an external overcurrent pro-
tective device and an all-pole isolating device, allowing the equipment to be
fully de-energized if required (service, maintenance etc.).
Suitable equipment includes isolating devices in accordance with IEC 60947-1

and IEC 60947-3 (e.g. circuit breakers). Observe the properties of the relevant
circuits (voltage, maximum currents) when selecting the circuit breaker type. In
addition, observe the following:
– It must be easy for the operator to access the isolating device
– The isolating device must be labeled for the device and the circuits to be iso-
lated
– The isolating device may not be a part of the power line
– The isolating device may not interrupt the main protective conductor
Miniature circuit breaker You must fuse the power supply circuit with a miniature circuit breaker. The
miniature circuit breaker must have the following properties:
– Rated current: 6...10 A
– Triggering characteristic: C, K or Z
Conductor cross-section For the power supply circuit, use a conductor cross-section suitable for the
miniature circuit breaker that you have selected, but at least 1.5 mm2 (AWG 15).
Connecting the power supply

Connect the power supply in accordance with the connection diagram
[►Section 13.14, Page 146] and ground the device.
6.4.12.2 Connecting to ground

1. Remove the nut and washer from the grounding screw.
2. Attach the grounding cable and the power supply cable grounding wire to
the grounding screw of the device and secure them using the nut and
washer.
Figure 42: Grounding cable connection
6.4.12.3 Connecting the device grounding to the housing (optional)
If you have installed the device in a housing, ground the device as follows:
The swing frame is open.
1. Guide a grounding cable through a cable gland.
2. Loosen the grounding screw on the housing and connect the grounding ca-
ble to the neutral point provided in the housing.
Figure 43: Grounding the housing
3. Affix the housing grounding cable to the device grounding screw. If neces-
sary, affix the grounding cable protective conductor to the grounding screw
as well.
Figure 44: Affixing the housing grounding cable and protective conductor to the device
6.5 Performing tests
NOTICE Damage to device and system periphery!
An incorrectly connected device can cause damage to the device and system
periphery.
Check the entire configuration before commissioning.
Prior to commissioning, check the supply voltage and the measured volt-
age.
Connecting the device to mains.

The display shows the MR logo and then the operating screen.
The voltage display LED on the top left of the device's front panel lights
up.
7 Initial steps
periphery.
As soon as the device has powered up and the start screen is displayed, you will
be asked to make the following settings.
7.1 Establishing connection to visualization

A connection to the visualization can be established using two interfaces:
– Front interface (for local access)
– Optional: Interface X3 on the rear of the device (for access via remote display,
control center etc.)
System requirements
To access the web-based visualization, you need a PC with an HTML5-capable
browser. The display is optimized for the following browsers:
– Microsoft Edge
– Google Chrome™
Establishing a connection via front interface

1. Remove the interface cover on the front of the device.
Figure 45: Patch cable on the rear
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3. Connect the PC and the device via the front interface using an Ethernet cable
(RJ45 plug).
Figure 46: Establishing a connection via the front interface
4. Assign a unique IP address to the PC in the same subnet as the device (e.g.
192.168.165.100).
5. Enter the visualization's IP address http://192.168.165.1, or if SSL en-
cryption is active, enter https://192.168.165.1 in the browser on the
PC.
The visualization is accessed.
Establishing a connection via the rear CPU-X3 interface

1. Connect the PC and device via the rear CPU-X3 interface using the pre-
assembled patch cable.
2. Go to Communication on the device to display the device's IP address.
192.0.1.100).
4. Enter the visualization's IP address (e.g. http://192.0.1.230; if SSL en-
cryption is active enter https://192.0.1.230) in the browser on the PC.
7.2 Setting the language

English Italian
German Portuguese
French Russian
Spanish Chinese
Korean Polish
Table 11: Available display languages
1. Press the button in the status bar.

2. Select the desired language from the list field.
3. Press the Accept button to adopt the parameter.
The "Restart device" dialog is displayed.
4. Restart the device to apply the changed language setting.
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7.3 Downloading the operating instructions
Download the operating instructions from the device to start device commis-
sioning and parameterization.
Select in the status line.
The operating instructions will be downloaded.
The document is also available for download in the MR Customer Portal and on
our website www.reinhausen.com.
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8 Commissioning
periphery.
8.1 Commissioning wizard

If you want the device to help when setting the relevant parameters, you can
use the commissioning wizard. The commissioning wizard provides a selection
of parameters that you can configure in order.
A detailed description of each of the parameters can be found in the Operation

[►Section 9, Page 57] chapter.
To call up the commissioning wizard, you will need the necessary access
i rights [►Section 9.1.14, Page 82].
When in delivery status, you can log in as the administrator as follows:

– User name: admin
– Password: admin
1. Log in as a user with the necessary access rights.
2. Go to Settings > Commissioning wizard.
3. Press the Next button to launch the commissioning wizard.
4. Follow the on-screen instructions.
Once you have entered all of the parameters relevant to commissioning, con-
tinue with the function test [►Section 8.2, Page 52].
8.2 Function tests

Before switching from manual mode to auto mode, Maschinenfabrik Rein-
hausen recommends carrying out function tests. These function tests are de-
scribed in the following sections. Note the following points for all function tests:
– You must ensure that REMOTE mode is disabled before you can control the
on-load tap-changer manually in manual mode.
– You can only activate the on-load tap-changer manually in manual mode us-
ing the and keys.
– You have to be logged in to the device as a user with a parameter configura-
tor or administrator user role.
– Password: admin
During the function test, you must set the most important parameters. Details
on the parameters listed can be found in the Operation [►Section 9, Page 57]
chapter.
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8.2.1 Checking measured values and status of digital inputs and
outputs
Upon commissioning the device, check whether the measured values and sta-
tus of digital inputs and outputs are plausible. To do so, use an additional mea-
suring device if necessary to check the individual measured values.
1. Go to Information > Hardware.
2. Select the individual assemblies one after another and check the individual
measured values or the status of digital inputs and outputs.
3. If errors arise, check the measurement path and the wiring [►Section 6.4,
Page 34].
8.2.2 Testing the device control function
Supply voltage must be present.

1. Press to select manual mode.
2. Set the transmission ratio for the voltage transformer, current transformer
and transformer circuit.
3. Measure actual voltage and compare with the measured value displayed on
the device's main screen.
4. Select the Measured values menu item to display the operating values for
current and power and compare them with the values of the operation mea-
surement instruments.
5. Control the on-load tap-changer manually using the or keys
until the measured voltage Uactual reaches the desired voltage Udesired ("desired
value 1").
6. Set desired value to the value you want.
7. Set bandwidth depending on step voltage [►Page 105].
8. Set the delay time T1 to 20 seconds [►Page 106].
9. Set the time response T1 to linear [►Page 106].
10. Press to raise the on-load tap-changer one step.
11. Press to select auto mode.
If the actual voltage is outside the bandwidth, the device returns the on-
load tap-changer to the original operating position after 20 seconds.
13. Press to lower the on-load tap-changer one step.
If the actual voltage is outside the bandwidth, the device returns the on-
load tap-changer to the original operating position after 20 seconds.
16. Set the delay time T2 to 10 seconds and activate it [►Page 108].
17. Press twice to raise the on-load tap-changer two steps.
If the actual voltage is outside the bandwidth, after 20 seconds the de-
vice lowers the on-load tap-changer one step and after another 10 sec-
onds another step.
20. Set the delay time T1 [►Page 106] and delay time T2 [►Page 108] to the
desired value.
We recommend a temporary setting of 100 seconds for delay time T1

i when commissioning the transformer. Depending on the operating condi-
tions, you can also specify the delay time following a longer observation
period. In this regard, it is useful to register how the actual voltage pro-
gresses and the number of tap-change operations per day.
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8.2.3 Checking parallel operation
To ensure that parallel operation functions correctly, the device must be com-
missioned in independent mode. Make sure that the conditions below have
been met.
– All devices are set to the same operating parameters for "desired value" and
"delay time T1" [►Page 106]
– The "Activate parallel operation" parameter is set to ON
– The desired Parallel operation method is selected.
– A different CAN bus address (≠ 0) is set for all devices.
– All devices are in the same parallel operation group:
– Input I: Parallel group 1 or I: Parallel group 2 is configured [►Section 9.1.12,
Page 79] to a digital input of the device.
– All devices have a signal at the corresponding input.
8.2.3.1 Testing circulating reactive current minimization

Note that the following prerequisites must be met for the "circulating reactive
current minimization" parallel operation method:
– You must use current transformers with the same connection values for all
transformers in parallel operation.
– If you wish to operate in parallel operation with existing devices, you have to
activate the Retrofit TAPCON® 2xx parameter.
Consult the section Circulating reactive current minimization for more informa-
tion.
To set the circulating reactive current sensitivity, proceed as follows:

1. Select the "Circulating reactive current" parallel operation method.
2. Set circulating reactive current sensitivity to a value of 0%.
3. If necessary, activate the Retrofit TAPCON® 2xx function.
4. Adjust both transformers in independent mode to the same actual voltage
using the on-load tap-changers.
5. Connect the transformers in parallel and enable parallel control.
The status display in the Parallel operation menu lights up blue.
Both devices must be within the bandwidth.
6. Set the desired value of both voltage regulators to the voltage currently mea-
sured.
7. On one of the two transformers, raise the tap position of the on-load tap-
changer by one setting; on the second transformer, lower the tap position of
the on-load tap-changer by one setting.
Both devices remain within the bandwidth.
8. Increase the circulating reactive current sensitivity in small steps until the
control deviation dU in the main screen is outside the bandwidth (depending
on the device, greater than or less than the bandwidth).
9. Press to select auto mode on all devices.
All devices return the on-load tap-changers to the original tap positions.
If an on-load tap-changer does not switch back to its original tap position,
i you have to increase the circulating reactive current sensitivity.
If one of the on-load tap-changers switches one or more tap positions
higher and the other switches the same amount lower, you need to reduce
the circulating reactive current sensitivity.
After you have set the circulating reactive current sensitivity, continue with the
function test for the circulating reactive current blocking limit described in the
next section.
8.2.3.2 Testing the circulating reactive current blocking limit
This section describes how to run the function test for circulating reactive cur-
rent blocking.
Set the circulating reactive current blocking limit to a value of 20%.
1. Press on one voltage regulator to select manual mode.
2. Using manual control, adjust the relevant motor-drive unit upwards (for ex-
ample 1...2 steps) by the maximum permitted tap difference in operating po-
sitions between the parallel operating transformers.
When setting the circulating reactive current blocking in the following

i process step, wait approximately 2 to 3 seconds between the individual
steps.
3. In the Parallel operation > Parallel operation method menu item, set the cir-
culating reactive current parallel operation method.
4. Reduce the circulating reactive current blocking limit parameter from the set
value of 20% in steps of 1% until the message Circulating reactive current
blocking limit exceeded is displayed.
Any further regulation is blocked.
After the set delay time for the parallel operation error message has
elapsed, the circulating reactive current blocking message is displayed.
5. Increase the circulating reactive current blocking limit parameter again until
the message Circulating reactive current limit exceeded disappears.
The motor-drive unit automatically returns to the original operating posi-
tion.
7. Also set the value determined for the "circulating reactive current blocking
limit" on the parallel operation voltage regulators.
If one or all voltage regulators display Circulating reactive current blocking

i limit exceeded, even though the control inputs are correctly connected for
all voltage regulators, all voltage regulators will be blocked.
This could be due to various causes. Further information is given in the
Troubleshooting [►Section 11, Page 129] section.
The function test for the circulating reactive current blocking limit is com-
plete.
8.2.3.3 Checking tap synchronization method

NOTICE Damage resulting from formation of a circulating reactive cur-
rent!
If the parameters are not set correctly, damage may result from the formation
of circulating reactive current and the resulting overload of transmission lines
and transformers.
Check the transformer nameplate.
Set device parameters in accordance with the transformer configuration.
In parallel operation in accordance with the Automatic tap synchronization

i method, the tap positions of the transformers running in parallel are com-
pared. It is therefore necessary that the transformers have the same posi-
tion designation and that the Raise and Lower signals produce the same
voltage change in all transformers.
Before starting the function test, you must carry out the following steps:
1. Assign the master function to one device.
2. Assign the follower function to the other devices.
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3. Compare the tap position displays of master and follower . All de-
vices must display the same tap position. If this is not the case, switch all de-
vices to the same tap position.
Figure 47: Comparing the tap position
1 Master 3 Tap position display
2 Follower
4. Press on the follower to select manual mode.

5. If necessary, set the follower tapping direction.
6. Press on the master to select manual mode.
7. Press or on the master to manually change the tap position.
8. Press on the follower to select auto mode.
The follower switches to the same tap position as the master.
9. Press on the master to select auto mode.
10. Press on the follower to select manual mode.
11. Press or on the follower to manually change the tap position.
After expiration of the set delay time for parallel operation errors, there is
a tap difference from the follower to the master.
12. Press several times on the follower to manually increase the tap po-
sition by the number of permitted steps ("Maximum permitted tap differ-
ence") and then one further step.
a tap difference to follower on the master.
a tap difference to master on the follower.
13. Press on the follower to select auto mode.
There is no response. All devices remain blocked.
14. Press on the master and follower to select manual mode.
15. Press or on the master and follower to manually set the de-
sired step.
The function tests for the tap synchronization method are complete.
Installation and commissioning of the device is complete.
9 Operation
9.1 System
9.1.1 General
You can set general parameters in this menu item.
9.1.1.1 Setting general device functions

You can set general device functions with the following parameters.
Go to Settings > Parameter > System > General.
Commissioning wizard
You can use this parameter to set whether the commissioning wizard is to
launch automatically when the device is restarted.
Measured value display

You can use this parameter to set whether the displayed measured values and
control parameters are to refer to the primary side or secondary side of the
measuring transducers.
Transformer name
You can use this parameter to enter a transformer name for identification pur-
poses. The transformer name will be displayed on the main screen in the visual-
ization.
Remote behavior
You can use this parameter to select the behavior of the device in REMOTE op-
erating mode. You can set the remote behavior as follows.
– Using the visualization
– Setting using digital inputs
Select settings:
Setting Description
Hardware only The device accepts commands through digital inputs.
SCADA only The device accepts commands via SCADA.
Hardware and SCADA The device accepts commands via digital inputs and
SCADA.
Table 12: Selecting remote behavior
9.1.1.2 Set up automatic logout

You can change the settings so that the device of a logged-in user automati-
cally logs the user out after a certain period of inactivity.
These settings apply to all users. If you have activated the Auto login func-
i tion for a user, then this user will not be automatically logged out.
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Go to Settings > Parameters > System > General.
Auto logout
You can use this parameter to activate th automatic logout function.
Time until auto logout

You can use this parameter to set the time period of inactivity after which a user
is automatically logged out.
9.1.1.3 Activating/deactivating service user access

The device is equipped with user access for the Maschinenfabrik Reinhausen
GmbH Technical Service department. This access is for error diagnostics and
troubleshooting in the event of device faults.
You can use this parameter to activate or deactivate service user access. To
safeguard IT security, only activate service user access for a limited time period
for remedying faults.
If you deactivate the service user access and lose your password for the ad-
i ministrator role, it is not possible to reset the administrator password. If the
administrator password is lost, the device must be reset to the default set-
tings. When doing so, all information stored on the device (parameters,
measured values, etc.) will be lost.
You must be assigned the administrator role to set parameters.

– Password: admin
1. Go to Settings > Parameter > System > General.
2. Set the parameter.
3. Restart the device to apply the change.
Service user access activation

You can use this parameter to activate or deactivate service user access.
9.1.1.4 Device management via the network (SNMP)

The device supports central device management via a network via SNMP. You
can use parameters to configure the agent (SNMP server).
The device supports the following SNMP versions:

– SNMPv3
– SNMPv2c
You can only call up the device data as read-only via SNMP. Certain changes on
the device will be transmitted as traps:
– System restart
– Incorrect SNMP authentication data (standard AuthTrap)
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The following data is available as OID:
OID Name Description
1 sysInfo Nodes for system information
1 sysName <Host name>
2 firmwareVersion Firmware version
3 serialNumber Serial number of the device
4 sysDesc Device description
5 sysLocation Device location
6 sysStatus Device status (red, yellow, green)
400 notifications Nodes for traps
1 nsNotifyUpdate An update has been performed
2 nsNotifyNetworkChange The network settings have been changed

The device makes a configuration file (MIB file) available. For more information,
refer to the section Exporting data.
9.1.1.4.1 Configuring SNMP

You can configure the device SNMP function with the following parameters.
You can only configure SNMP if you are assigned an administrator role.
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Go to Settings > Parameters > System > SNMP.
Activate SNMP
You can use this parameter to activate or deactivate the device SNMP function.
SNMP version
You can use this parameter to select the SNMP version. You can select the fol-
lowing options:
– SNMPV2c
– SNMPV3
Community string
You can use this parameter to set the community string that is to be used for
access to the device data via SNMPV2c. The community string will also be used
for traps.
User name
You can use this parameter to set the user name that is to be used for access to
the device data via SNMPV3. The user name will also be used for traps.
Auth. algorithm
You can use this parameter to select the authentication algorithm that is to be
used for access to the device data via SNMPV3. The authentication algorithm
will also be used for traps. You can select the following options:
– Inactive
– SHA
– SHA-256
Authpass
You can use this parameter to set the password that is to be used for authenti-
cating access to the device data via SNMPV3. The password will also be used
for traps.
Priv. algorithm
You can use this parameter to select the encryption algorithm that is to be used
for access to the device data via SNMPV3. The encryption algorithm will also be
used for traps. You can select the following options:
– Inactive
– DES
– AES-128
– AES-256
Privpass
You can use this parameter to set the password that is to be used for encrypt-
ing access to the device data via SNMPV3. The password will also be used for
traps.
Activate SNMP traps

You can use this parameter to activate the device SNMP traps function.
Trap server
You can use this parameter to set the IP address of the server for receipt of the
SNMP traps.
Device location
You can use this parameter to specify the device location. You can query this in-
formation via SNMP.
Device designation
You can use this parameter to set the device designation by which the device is
identified. Depending on the device configuration, the device designation is
used for the following services:
– Syslog
– SNMP
9.1.2 Configuring the network
The device network configuration is split into 3 areas:

– Network setting: IP address setting, subnet mask setting, etc.
– Network assignment: Assignment of one or more Ethernet interfaces to a
network.
– Network release: Release of network services such as external display and
SCADA.
Network assignment Network settings Network service assignment
CPU X2 Network 3 SCADA
Network 1 MR Service
CPU X3 Network 2 External display
Figure 48: Configuration example
The CPU X2 interface is assigned to network 3 with a SCADA service (e.g.

IEC 61850). The CPU X3 interface is linked to network 1 and network 2. The ex-
ternal display service is available in network 2. Only the "MR Service" service is
assigned in network 1.
Ensure that you do not bundle the network interfaces (known as bonding
i or NIC teaming). NIC teaming may disrupt the network connection.
9.1.2.1 Configure network

You can configure the network settings in this menu. Depending on the device
configuration, there are a different number of networks available.
Network 1 is a service interface only and cannot be configured.

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Go to Settings > Parameters > System > Network settings.
9.1.2.2 Assign network interfaces

This menu is used to assign the Ethernet interfaces of the device to a network.
If you change the assignment of the network interfaces, the MAC address
i of the network may change.
Go to Settings > Parameters > System > Network interface assignment.
CPU X2 network assignment

You can use this parameter to set which network is to be available via the
CPU X2 interface.
CPU X3 network assignment
You can use this parameter to set which network is to be available via the
CPU X3 interface.
9.1.2.3 Assign network services

This menu is used to assign the available network services of the device to the
various networks.
Go to Settings > Parameters > System > Network service assignment.
SCADA network release

You can use this parameter to set whether the connection to the control sys-
tem (SCADA) is to be available via the network.
External display network release

You can use this parameter to set whether an external display is to be available
via the network.
9.1.2.4 Configuring SCADA

You can use this menu item to configure the necessary network interface.
You must wire the device in accordance with the respective control system pro-
tocol [►Section 6.4.5, Page 39]. The following protocols are available:
– IEC 61850 Edition 1 and 2

– IEC 60870-5-101
– IEC 60870-5-104
– DNP3
– Modbus TCP
– Modbus RTU
Go to Settings > Parameters > System > Network settings.
IP address
You can use this parameter to assign an IP address to the device.
Assign IP addresses to both web-based visualization and SCADA (optional)

i in different subnets. Otherwise you will not be able to establish a connec-
tion.
Subnet mask
You can use this parameter to set the subnet mask.
Be sure to enter a valid network mask that is not 0.0.0.0, otherwise it will
i not be possible to connect to the device.
Gateway address
You can use this parameter to set the gateway's IP address.
If you set the value to 0.0.0.0, no gateway is used.

i
SSL/TLS encryption
You can use this parameter to set whether the process for accessing the visual-
ization should be carried out over an SSL/TLS-encrypted connection.
TLS version
You can use this parameter to set the accepted TLS versions. If you would like
to establish an encrypted connection to the visualization, you must use an ac-
cepted TLS version. You can select the following options:
Option Accepted TLS versions
>= 1.2 9 – 1.2

– 1.3
9
>= 1.3 – 1.3
Table 13: TLS version
9.1.3 Web visualization
In this menu you can make settings for the web visualization.
Go to Settings > Parameters > System > Web visualization.
SSL/TLS encryption
You can use this parameter to set whether the process for accessing the visual-
ization should be carried out over an SSL/TLS-encrypted connection.
TLS version
You can use this parameter to set the accepted TLS versions. If you would like
to establish an encrypted connection to the visualization, you must use an ac-
cepted TLS version. You can select the following options:
Option Accepted TLS versions
>= 1.2 10 – 1.2

– 1.3
>= 1.3 10 – 1.3

Table 14: TLS version
9.1.4 Configuring serial interfaces
You can configure the following parameters of the device's serial interfaces.
Go to Settings > Parameters > System > Serial interfaces configuration.
Baud rate
You can use this parameter to set the serial interface's baud rate. You can select
the following options:
– 9600 baud
– 19200 baud
– 38400 baud
– 57600 baud
– 115200 baud
9 This option can be selected only if the TLS version is supported by the connected peripheral equipment.
10 This option can be selected only if the TLS version is supported by the connected peripheral equipment.
Number of data bits
You can use this parameter to set the number of databits.
Parity
You can use this parameter to set the parity. You can select the following op-
tions:
– None
– Even
– Odd
Number of stop bits

You can use this parameter to set the number of stop bits.
9.1.5 Assigning serial interfaces
You can assign a service (e.g., a control system) to the device's serial interfaces.
Go to Settings > Parameters > System > Serial interface assignment.
Interface X: Assignment
You can use this parameter to assign a service to the serial interface. Various
services are available, depending on the interface and device configuration.
9.1.6 Setting the device time
You can set the device time manually or automatically via an SNTP time server.
The device must be connected to an SNTP time server via Ethernet for this pur-
pose.
Go to Settings > Parameters > System > Time synchronization.
Time synchronization via SNTP

You can use this parameter to activate time synchronization using an SNTP
time server.
SNTP time server

You can use this parameter to enter the IP address of a SNTP time server. If you
are using a time server, the device uses the time of the time server as the sys-
tem time.
Be sure to enter a valid time server address that is not 0.0.0.0, otherwise it
i will not be possible to connect to the device.
SNTP time server 2

You can use this parameter to enter the IP address of the second time server
(optional).
Synchronization interval
You can use this parameter to set the interval at which the device is to call up
the time from the time server.
Automatic daylight saving / standard time

You can use this parameter to activate the automatic switchover between day-
light saving time and standard time. Depending on the time zone (region) set,
the device switches automatically between daylight saving time and standard
time on the specified days.
Time zone
To adjust the device time to your local time, you can use the time shift parame-
ter to set the time shift to UTC.
Example:
Region Time shift to UTC
Mumbai, India UTC +5:30 h
Beijing, China UTC +8:00 h
Brasilia, Brazil UTC -3:00 h

Table 15: Time shift to UTC (Coordinated Universal Time)
Time
You can use this parameter to set the date and time manually.
9.1.7 Setting the screensaver
To increase the service life of the display on the front panel of the device, you
can activate and set a screensaver. The following functions are available for this
purpose:
– Switching off the display
– Dimming the brightness of the display
Go to Settings > Parameters > System > Time synchronization > Screen-
saver.
Screensaver
If you activate this function, the device fully switches off the display when the
adjustable waiting period has expired if no key is pressed. The display switches
on again if you press any key.
Deactivating the screensaver has a negative impact on the service life of

i the display. Maschinenfabrik Reinhausen recommends that you activate
the screensaver and set a waiting period of 15 minutes.
Screensaver waiting time

You can use this parameter to set the screensaver waiting time.
Dimming
When you activate this function, the device reduces the brightness of the dis-
play when the adjustable waiting time has expired if no key is pressed. The de-
vice then switches back to full brightness when you subsequently press any
key.
If the screensaver and brightness dimming are activated, you have to press
i any key twice in order to reactivate the display at full brightness.
Dimming waiting time

You can use this parameter to set the dimming waiting time.
Brightness dimming
Setting for the brightness when the display is dimmed. 100% corresponds to
full brightness, 10% to the lowest brightness.
9.1.8 Configuring syslog
The device supports the transmission of log messages via the syslog protocol in
accordance with the standards RFC 5424 and RFC 3164.
Go to Settings > Parameters > System > Syslog.
Activate syslog
You can use this parameter to activate transmission of syslog messages via the
device.
Syslog standard
You can use this parameter to adjust the transmission process and the format
for the syslog messages. You can select the following options:
Standard Transport Message format
RFC 5425 (recom- TLS RFC 5424

mended)
RFC 5426 UDP
RFC 6587 TCP RFC 3164
RFC 3164 UDP

Table 16: Syslog standard
If you use the standard RFC 5245 (TLS), you have to import the root certifi-
i cate and the client certificate with the corresponding key to the syslog
server. For more information, refer to the section titled Importing data.
Syslog server
You can use this parameter to set the IP address of the syslog server.
Syslog server port

You can use this parameter to set the port of the syslog server.
Enable 2nd syslog server

You can use this parameter to set whether the device is to transmit the syslog
messages to a 2nd server. If you have selected the option "disabled" for the pa-
rameter Enable syslog [►Page 66], transmission to the 2nd syslog server will
also be disabled.
2nd syslog server

You can use this parameter to set the IP address of the 2nd syslog server.
2nd syslog server port

You can use this parameter to set the port of the 2nd syslog server.
Reconnect delay time

You can use this parameter to determine how long the device will wait before it
attempts to reconnect after the connection has been interrupted earlier or a
syslog message could not be transmitted (only for TCP or TLS).
Severity level
You can set which syslog messages the device will send. You can also activate
or deactivate messages for each severity level.
Severity level Description
Emergency The system is unusable.
Alert Immediate intervention required.
Critical Critical state
Error Error state
Warning Warning state
Notice Notice state
Info Information state
Debug Debug state

Table 17: Severity levels
9.1.9 SCADA
The following section describes how you can configure the device for connec-
tion to a control system (SCADA). You can download the data points with the
help of the export manager [►Section 9.1.18, Page 86].
9.1.9.1 Configuring IEC 61850

If you want to use the IEC 61850 control system protocol, you must set the fol-
lowing parameters. Also refer to the section Configuring the network.
Go to Settings > Parameters > System > IEC 61850.
IED name
You can use this parameter to assign the device an IED name in order for it to
be identified in the IEC 61850 network.
Edition
You can use this parameter to switch between the editions of the IEC 61850
control system protocol.
9.1.9.1.1 Downloading an ICD file

You can download the ICD file from the device via the Import/Export Manager.
To do this, you have to establish an Ethernet connection between the device
and your PC.
9.1.9.2 Configuring IEC 60870-5-101

If you want to use the IEC 60870-5-101 control system protocol, you must set
the following parameters.
Go to Settings > Parameter > System > IEC 60870-5-101.
Serial interface
You can use this parameter to select the serial interface for data transmission.
You can select the following options:
– RS232
– RS485
Baud rate
– 9600 baud
– 19200 baud
– 38400 baud
– 57600 baud
– 115200 baud
Number of link address octets

You can use this parameter to set how many octets are provided for the link ad-
dress.
Link address
You can use this parameter to set the link address.
Number of ASDU address octets

You can use this parameter to set how many octets are provided for the ASDU
address.
ASDU address
You can use this parameter to set the address of the ASDU.
No. of information object address octets

You can use this parameter to set how many octets are provided for the infor-
mation object address.
Number of cause of transmission octets

You can use this parameter to set how many octets are provided for the cause
of transmission.
ASDU single character confirmation

You can use this parameter to set whether a confirmation is to be sent as single
characters instead of as a complete message. Single character confirmation is
only possible for requesting data of class 2 (Class 2 Request).
ASDU sequence optimization

With this parameter, you can set which method is to be used for optimizing the
ASDU types. The standard enables optimization in order to be able to transfer
multiple value changes in a telegram in a sequence of ascending information
object addresses. This is displayed by the sequence bit. The selection of ASDU
types for which this optimization is allowed is based on the edition of the stan-
dard.
Option Description
None The device does not optimize the ASDU types.
Ed. 1 Optimization in accordance with IEC 60870 Edition 1 (type 1,

3, 9, 11, 21, 126).
Ed. 1 Amendment 2 Optimization in accordance with IEC 60870 Edition 1, Amend-

ment 2 (type 1, 3, 9, 11, 13, 15 21, 126).

3, 5, 7, 9, 11, 13, 15, 20, 21, 126).
Table 18: ASDU sequence optimization
9.1.9.3 Configuring IEC 60870-5-104
If you want to use the IEC 60870-5-104 control system protocol, you must set
the following parameters. Also refer to the section Configuring the network.
Go to Settings > Parameter > System > IEC 60870-5-104.
TCP port
You can use this parameter to set the TCP port.
ASDU address
You can use this parameter to set the address of the ASDU.
ASDU sequence optimization

With this parameter, you can set which method is to be used for optimizing the
ASDU types. The standard enables optimization in order to be able to transfer
multiple value changes in a telegram in a sequence of ascending information
object addresses. This is displayed by the sequence bit. The selection of ASDU
types for which this optimization is allowed is based on the edition of the stan-
dard.
Option Description
None The device does not optimize the ASDU types.

3, 9, 11, 21, 126).
Ed. 1 Amendment 2 Optimization in accordance with IEC 60870 Edition 1, Amend-

ment 2 (type 1, 3, 9, 11, 13, 15 21, 126).

3, 5, 7, 9, 11, 13, 15, 20, 21, 126).
Table 19: ASDU sequence optimization
9.1.9.4 Configuring Modbus

If you want to use the Modbus control system protocol, you must set the corre-
sponding parameters depending on the Modbus type selected. Also refer to the
section Configuring the network if you want to use Modbus TCP.
Go to Settings > Parameters > System > Modbus.
Modbus type
You can use this parameter to set the Modbus type. You can select the follow-
ing options:
– RTU
– TCP
– ASCII
TCP port
Modbus address
You can use this parameter to set the Modbus address.
Serial interface
– RS232
– RS485
Baud rate
– 9600 baud
– 19200 baud
– 38400 baud
– 57600 baud
– 115200 baud
9.1.9.5 Configuring DNP3

If you would like to use the DNP3 control system protocol, you must set the pa-
rameters listed below. Also refer to the section Configuring the network if you
want to use the DNP3 via TCP.
Go to Settings > Parameter > System > DNP3.
9.1.9.5.1 DNP3 transmission type

You can use this parameter to set the transmission type. You can select the fol-
lowing options:
– TCP
– Serial
TCP port
Serial interface
– RS232
– RS485
Baud rate
– 9600 baud
– 19200 baud
– 38400 baud
– 57600 baud
– 115200 baud
Device address
You can use this parameter to set the device link address.
Destination address
You can use this parameter to set the destination master link address.
Unsolicited messages
You can use this parameter to set whether the device is to support unsolicited
messages. If you activate unsolicited messages, the device sends a message via
the control system every time a value is changed.
Repetition of unsolicited messages

You can use this parameter to set how often the device is to send an unsolicited
message until it receives a response from the DNP3 master.
Timeout
You can use this parameter to set the timeout for unsolicited messages.
Timeout for response confirmation
You can use this parameter to set the timeout for response confirmation for un-
solicited messages.
9.1.9.6 Configuring data points

You can use the optional "Configure data points" function to adjust the control
system data points of the device. You can only configure the data points on a
PC using the web-based visualization.
9.1.9.6.1 Configuring IEC 60870-5-101 data points

You can adjust the following data point properties for the IEC 60870-5-101 con-
trol system protocol:
Column Description Modifiable Setting range
Active You can use the checkbox to set whether the data point is to be Yes Active/inactive
transferred via the control system protocol or not.
IOA Data point address. The setting range is based on the setting Yes Octet 2: 1...65535
for the "Octet number of information object address" parameter Octet 3: 1...16777215
(octet 2 or 3).
Name Data point designation. No -
Type Data point type. No -
Group Data point group or groups. You must enter the group member- Yes 00000...11111
ship as a binary code (5 bits). A maximum of 5 groups is possi-
ble. Example:
– 00000: belongs to no groups
– 00001: group 1
– 01000: group 4
– 01001: group 1 and group 4
INTG The value indicates whether the data point is to be included in a Yes 0, 1
general query (1) or not (0).
TH Threshold value for measured values. The data point is only Yes 0...32768
transferred again if the change of value is greater than the
threshold value.
– If you enter the value 0, no threshold value is active.
– If you do not enter any value, the device adopts the thresh-
old value defined by the device parameter. If no device pa-
rameter is available for the threshold value, no threshold
value is active either.
– Notice: You can only enter a threshold value for data points
of type 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 21, 34, 35 or 36.
CY Interval in ms for the cyclic transmission of the data point. Yes 0, 1

Notice: You can only enter an interval for data points of type 9,
11 or 13.
Table 20: Configuring IEC 60870-5-101 data points
Figure 49: Configuring IEC 60870-5-101 data points
1. Go to Settings > Data point configuration.

2. Adjust the data points as required.
3. Press the Accept button to adopt the modified list of data points.
4. Restart the device to activate the modified list of data points.
9.1.9.6.2 Configuring IEC 60870-5-104 data points

You can adjust the following data point properties for the IEC 60870-5-104 con-
trol system protocol:
IOA Data point address. Yes 1...16777215
Name Data point designation. No -
Type Data point type. No -
Group Data point group or groups. You must enter the group member- Yes 00000...11111
ship as a binary code (5 bits). A maximum of 5 groups is possi-
ble. Example:
– 00000: belongs to no groups
– 00001: group 1
– 01000: group 4
– 01001: group 1 and group 4
INTG The value indicates whether the data point is to be included in a Yes 0, 1
general query (1) or not (0).
TH Threshold value for measured values. The data point is only Yes 0...32768
transferred again if the change of value is greater than the
threshold value.
Notice: You can only enter a threshold value for data points of
type 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 21, 34, 35 or 36.
CY Interval in ms for the cyclic transmission of the data point. Yes 0, 1

Notice: You can only enter an interval for data points of type 9,
11 or 13.
Table 21: Configuring IEC 60870-5-104 data points
Figure 50: Configuring IEC 60870-5-104 data points

9.1.9.6.3 Configuring Modbus data points

You can adjust the following data point properties for the Modbus control sys-
tem protocol:
Type Data point type No -
Index1 Data point address Yes 0...65535
Index2 Optional second data point address. This is used automatically No -

for data points able to transfer values greater than 16 bits.
Please note that the Index2 address always follows on from the
Index1 address exactly.
Name Data point designation No -
Table 22: Configuring Modbus data points
Figure 51: Configuring Modbus data points

9.1.9.6.4 Configuring DNP3 data points

You can adjust the following data point properties for the DNP3 control system
protocol:
OBJGROUP The OBJGROUP column indicates the data point object group: No -
– AI = Analog Input
– AO = Analog Output
– BI = Binary Input
– BO = Binary Output
– CT = Counter
INDEXADDR Data point address. Yes 0...4294967296
CLASS Data point class. Yes 0...3

– 0: Static
– 1...3: Event
Notice: You can only set the data point class for data points of
object groups AI, BI, and CT.
PREFSTATICVAR For a data point of class 0 (Static), you can define the following Yes 0...6
variation depending on the object group:
– BI: 1, 2
– BO: 2
– AI: 2, 4
– AO: 2
– CT: 1, 2, 5, 6
PREFEVENTVAR For a data point of classes 1...3 (Event), you can define the fol- Yes 0...6
lowing variation depending on the object group:
– BI: 1, 2, 3
– BO: no value
– AI: 2, 4
– AO: no value
– CT: 1, 2, 5, 6
NAME Data point designation. No -
Deadband Threshold value for analog inputs. The data point is only trans- Yes 0...32768
ferred again if the change of value is greater than the threshold
value.
Notice: The threshold value has the same unit as the data point
value. Take note of the list of data points.
Table 23: Configuring DNP3 data points
Figure 52: Configuring DNP3 data points

9.1.9.6.5 Resetting the data point configuration to factory settings

If you want to reset the data point configuration to factory settings, proceed as
follows:
2. Press the Reset button.
The message Reset appears.
3. Press the Yes button to reset the data point configuration to the factory set-
tings.
9.1.9.6.6 Exporting and importing the data point configuration

You can export the data point configuration, e.g., to back it up or import it into
another device. You will find more information in the Import/Export Manager
section.
9.1.10 Linking signals and events
The device enables you to link 12 digital inputs (GPI) and control system com-
mands (SCADA) with device functions, digital outputs (GPO) and control sys-
tem messages.
The digital inputs available are each permanently linked to a General purpose in-
put event message and the control system commands available are each per-
manently linked to a Generic SCADA command event message for this purpose.
Input/command Event message
Digital input 1 General purpose input 1
Digital input 2 General purpose input 2
... ...
Generic SCADA command 1 Generic SCADA command 1
Generic SCADA command 2 Generic SCADA command 2
... ...
Table 24: Linking of digital inputs and control system commands with event messages
You can link the event messages with device functions, digital outputs and con-
trol system messages. You can also link all other event messages (e.g. Under-
voltage U<) with digital outputs and control system messages. Corresponding
parameters, for which you need to enter the relevant event number, are pro-
vided for this purpose.
9.1.10.1 Linking functions

You can link the General purpose input or Generic SCADA command events
with device functions. This allows you to remotely control the device using digi-
tal inputs or commands via the control system (SCADA).
To establish the link, you have to enter the corresponding event number in the
desired parameter.
Note that you can only enter the event numbers of the General purpose in-
i put or Generic SCADA command events.
If you enter event number 500, the link is disabled.
The desired event number is known [►Section 9.1.13, Page 80].

Go to Settings > Parameter > System > Link functions.
Master parallel operation method

If the assigned event is active, the device activates the master parallel operation
method.
Follower parallel operation method

If the assigned event is active, the device activates the follower parallel opera-
tion method.
Automatic tap synchronization parallel operation method

If the assigned event is active, the device activates the automatic tap synchro-
nization parallel operation method.
Independent regulation
If the assigned event is active, the device activates the independent regulation
independent mode.
Blocking
If the assigned event is active, automatic control is blocked.
High-speed return
If the assigned event is active, the device activates high-speed return. With
high-speed return, the device ignores the set delay time of automatic voltage
regulation.
Target-tap-position operation
If the assigned event is active, the device switches to the defined target tap po-
sition.
Activate desired value 1

If the assigned event is active, the device activates the desired value 1.


9.1.10.2 Linking digital outputs
You can link each event with a digital output. The device provides 12 digital out-
puts (GPO) for this purpose. When you link a digital output to an event, the de-
vice issues a signal to this output if the event occurs. The signal persists until
the event stops. A parameter is available for each available digital output.
To forward input signals or control system commands, you need to link the
i digital outputs or control system messages with the General purpose input
or Generic SCADA command events.
The desired event number is known.

1. Go to Settings > Parameter > System > Link outputs.
2. Select the desired parameter.
3. Enter the desired event number.
Generic digital output X

You can use this parameter to link the digital output with an event message. To
do so, enter the desired event number.

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9.1.10.3 Linking status messages
You can link each event with a status message. The device provides 10 generic
status messages for this purpose. When you link a message to an event, the de-
vice sets the data point to "On" when the event occurs. When the event stops,
the device sets the data point to "Off". A parameter is available for each avail-
able SCADA message.
To forward control system commands, you need to link the control system
i messages to the General purpose input or Generic SCADA command
events.
The desired event number is known [►Section 9.1.13, Page 80].

1. Go to Settings > Parameter > System > Link messages.
2. Select the desired parameter.
3. Enter the desired event number.
Generic status message X

You can use this parameter to link the SCADA message with an event message.
To do so, enter the desired event number.

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9.1.11 Configuring analog inputs
The operation described below is only possible if you access the visualiza-
i tion using a computer. You can only change the configuration of the digital
inputs and outputs if you have a Parameter Configurator or Administrator
role.
You can flexibly configure the device's analog inputs and assign device func-
tions.
The device supports analog sensors with linear characteristic curves and only
outputs analog signals with linear characteristic curves.
Correction factor and offset Setting a correction offsets systematic errors of the analog signals. The correc-
tion is determined by multiplying a factor by the sum of the offset. The mini-
mum and maximum values of the function value apply as a limit value for the
correction. There is no limit for the correction offset.
Measured variable
Max.
Correction factor
Correction offset
Min.
Min. Max. Analog signal
Figure 53: Analog signal with linear characteristic curve, correction factor <1 and correction
offset
NOTICE Damage to the device and sensors!

Incorrectly connected and configured analog inputs may result in damage to
the device and sensor.
Follow the information about connecting analog sensors.
Configure analog inputs according to the connected sensors.
The following information is displayed to you in tabular form for configuring the
analog inputs. Grayed-out elements cannot be changed.
Property Options
Function Function of the analog input (I: ...). You can adjust the designa-
tion.
Signal type Select signal type of analog sensor or deactivate analog input.
– 4...20 mA
– 0…20 mA
– 0…10 V
Card/channel Select the slot and channel of the analog sensor. Note the con-
nection diagram supplied.
1)
Unit Set the unit of the signal.
Decimal places 1) Set up to three decimal places.
Property Options
Minimum/maximum Set the minimum and maximum values of the sensor, e.g. with
value a 4...20 mA signal, the corresponding measured value for
4 mA and the corresponding value for 20 mA.
Correction factor 2) Set the correction factor (m) for the correction of the function
value (x). The corrected function value (y) is: y = (m * x) + t
Correction offset 2) Set the offset (t) for the correction of the function value (x).
The corrected function value (y) is: y = (m * x) + t
Table 25: Configuration of the analog inputs and outputs
1)
Only available for AIO.
2)
Only available for inputs.
You can only change the configuration of the analog inputs if you have a
i Parameter Configurator or Administrator role.

– Password: admin
Creating a backup
You need to create a backup to be able to reset the system in the event that
any incorrect configuration settings are made.
1. Go to Settings > Export.
2. Select the option Settings to export a backup copy of the current settings.
3. Press the Export button to start the export.
Configuring GPAIO
1. Go to Settings > AIO configuration.
2. Configure the properties such as Function, Sign. type and Card/channel.
3. Select the button to configure the values as desired.
4. Press the Accept button.
5. Confirm the security prompt with Save to save the changes.
9.1.12 Configuring digital inputs and outputs
The operation described below is only possible if you access the visualiza-
i tion using a computer. You can only change the configuration of the digital
inputs and outputs if you have a Parameter Configurator or Administrator
role.
Upon delivery, the configurable digital inputs and outputs of the device are con-
figured as follows:
– Input: High active
– Output: N/O contact (NO)
You can change this configuration if necessary.
Ensure that the configuration of the digital inputs and outputs is suitable
i for the functions used. Otherwise, malfunctions may occur in the device
and the connected periphery.
The following information is displayed in tabular form for configuring the digital
inputs and outputs. Grayed-out elements cannot be changed.
Property Options
Function Function of the digital input (I: ...) or the digital output (O: ...). You can
adjust the designation.
Signal type Select signal type: Digital input
Configuration DI: High active or low active

DO: N/O contact (NO), N/C contact (NC); Note: If the device is discon-
nected or in the event of an error, the digital outputs are always open (no
bi-stable relay).
Assembly/chan- Channel of the DI/DO interfaces to which the function is linked. Func-
nel tions that are not linked with a channel are identified with "-". Note the
connection diagram supplied.
Table 26: Configuration of the digital inputs and outputs

– Password: admin
Creating a backup You need to create a backup to be able to reset the system in the event that
any incorrect configuration settings are made.
2. Select the option Settings to export a backup copy of the current settings.
3. Press the Export button to start the export.
Configuring DI/DOs 1. Go to Settings > DIO configuration.

2. Where necessary, select the buttons ▲ or ▼ to sort the properties in a col-
umn alphabetically.
3. Configure the properties as desired.
4. Press the Accept button.
5. Confirm the security prompt with Yes to save the changes.
9.1.13 Event management
The device is equipped with event management, which allows you to detect
various device operating statuses and to adapt the behavior of the device. An
overview of all possible events is given in the Event messages chapter.
9.1.13.1 Displaying and acknowledging events
Displaying events
Go to Events .
A list of currently pending events appears.
Acknowledging events
Acknowledgeable events must be acknowledged in the event overview so that
they are no longer displayed. All other events are automatically removed once
the cause has been fixed (e.g. limit value is no longer exceeded).
To acknowledge the events, proceed as follows:

To acknowledge the events, highlight the desired events in the column,
then press the Acknowledge button.
The events have been acknowledged.
9.1.13.2 Displaying event memory
Past events are stored in the event memory. The following information is dis-
played:
Column Description
# Consecutive number of events
No. Event number for clear identification
Event category:
– Error (red)
– Warning (yellow)
– Info (gray)
Event Event text
Time Date and time of event (DD-MM-YYYY, HH:MM:SS/ms)
Event coming/going:
Event coming
Event going
Table 27: Event memory
1. Go to Events.
2. Press the Log button.
Figure 54: Event memory
Filtering events
1. Press the Filter button.
2. Enter the desired time period.
3. Select the checkbox and enter the desired event number.
The event text is displayed.
4. Select the desired event categories and the desired event status.
5. Press the Search button to display the desired events.
Exporting events
You can export the event memory entries currently displayed as a csv file. If you
first create a filter, only the filtered entries are exported.
To export the events, proceed as follows:

First connect via Connect PC.
1. Press the Export button.
2. Select the desired option for data transmission.
The data is exported.
9.1.14 User administration
User administration is based on a system of roles. You must assign a role to ev-
ery user. You can define access rights to parameters and events for each role.
9.1.14.1 Activating/deactivating service user access

The device is equipped with user access for the Maschinenfabrik Reinhausen
GmbH Technical Service department. This access is for error diagnostics and
troubleshooting in the event of device faults.
You can use this parameter to activate or deactivate service user access. To
safeguard IT security, only activate service user access for a limited time period
for remedying faults.
If you deactivate the service user access and lose your password for the ad-
i ministrator role, it is not possible to reset the administrator password. If the
administrator password is lost, the device must be reset to the default set-
tings. When doing so, all information stored on the device (parameters,
measured values, etc.) will be lost.
You must be assigned the administrator role to set parameters.

– Password: admin
1. Go to Settings > Parameter > System > General.
2. Set the parameter.
3. Restart the device to apply the change.
9.1.14.2 User roles

The access rights to the device functions and settings are controlled using a hi-
erarchical system of roles. The system has five different roles with different ac-
cess rights. Some of these access rights are fixed, but you can configure the ac-
cess rights to particular parameters and events. Note the Setting access rights
to parameters and events section.
If you are not logged in on the device, you will assume the "Data display"
i user role.
Upon delivery, the following roles are provided:
Role Description
Data display User who can only view data of relevance to operation.
– Display all parameters
– Display all events
Diagnostics User who can view data and log data of relevance to operation.
– Display all events
– Export log data
Operator User who can view data of relevance to operation and acknowl-
edge events. The user can perform manual tap-change opera-
tions using the device's controls.
– Display and acknowledge all events
Role Description
Parameter configurator User who can view and modify data of relevance to operation.
– Display and modify all parameters
– Import and export parameters
– Display, modify, and acknowledge all events
Administrator User who can view and modify all data.

– Read all parameters
– Display, modify, and acknowledge all events
Table 28: Roles in delivery status
Access to the following areas of the device is linked to the roles:
Function Data display Diagnostics Operator Parameter con- Administrator

figurator
Administration - - - - +
Restart device - - + + +
Import - - - + +
Export - + - + +
Set date and time - - + + +
Calibrate resistor contact series - - - + +
Actuation of the RAISE, LOWER, - - + + +

REMOTE, AVR AUTO, and
AVR MANUAL keys
Configuring analog inputs - - - + +
Configuring digital inputs and - - - + +

outputs
Table 29: Access rights permanently linked to the roles
9.1.14.3 Changing password

All users can change their passwords provided that the user account is not set
up as a group account. You can only change a group account's password if you
are logged in as the administrator.
Note that the password must satisfy the following requirements:

– At least eight characters
– At least three of the four following character types
– Upper case letters
– Lower case letters
– Numbers
– Special characters
1. Select Username in the status line.
2. Enter the new Password twice.
3. Press the Accept button to save the changed password.
9.1.14.4 Creating, editing and deleting users

Adjustable options:
– Username and password
– Role: You can assign a role to every user. The access rights to parameters
and events are linked to the roles.
– Group account: With this option, you can declare a user account to be a
group account (e.g. for access by different people). Users with a group ac-
count cannot change their own password. The password can only be
changed by the administrator.
– Active: You can activate or deactivate the user. Deactivated users cannot log
in. The user data is still stored in the device.
– Auto login: You can activate the Auto-login function for a user. This user is
automatically logged in when the system is restarted or another user logs
out.
You can only create, edit, and delete users if you are assigned an adminis-
i trator role.

– Password: admin
Creating users
1. Go to Settings > Administration > User.
2. Press the Create user button.
3. Enter the Username and then enter the password twice.
4. Select the role you want.
5. If necessary, activate the Group account, Active or Auto login options.
6. Press the Accept button to save the user.
Editing users
2. Select the desired user in the list.
3. Make the amendments desired.
4. Press the Accept button to save the user.
Deleting a user
2. Select the desired user in the list.
3. Press the Delete user button.
4. Press the Accept button to delete the user.
9.1.15 Brute-force protection
The device is equipped with a brute-force protection function for the login
screen of the web-based visualization. This feature allows you to prevent an
unauthorized person from learning a user password for the device through sim-
ple guessing/trial and error. This is achieved by blocking the user from logging
into the device for a certain period of time if their password has been entered
incorrectly several times in a row.
Figure 55: Brute-force protection
Go to Settings > Parameters > System > Brute-force protection..
Activate brute-force protection

You can use this parameter to activate the brute-force protection function.
Failed attempts interval

You can use this parameter to set the time interval for detecting incorrect lo-
gins. If the user makes unsuccessful login attempts multiple times within this
time interval, the user will be blocked from logging in.
Number of failed attempts

You can use this parameter to set the number of incorrect attempts within the
time interval. If the user makes the set number of unsuccessful login attempts
within the time interval, the user will be blocked from logging in.
Block time
You can use this parameter to set how long the user will be blocked from log-
ging in for. Once this time has elapsed, login attempts can be made again.
9.1.16 Hardware
Under Hardware, you can display information about the device's hardware. You
will find information about the signal level of the individual channels for the as-
semblies.
1. Go to Information > System > Hardware.
2. Select the desired Assembly in order to display the signal levels of the chan-
nels.
9.1.17 Software
Under Software, you can display the version status of the software components
of the device.
Go to Information > System > Software.
9.1.18 Import/export manager
The device is equipped with an import/export manager which can be used to

transmit data using a PC via the web-based visualization system.
9.1.18.1 Exporting data

You can export the following data from the device:
Option Description
System image Complete image of the system (software and configuration). If you are
using the option "with history", all of the event memory entries are also
exported.
System configura- System configuration

tion
Event log All event memory entries.
Parameter list Parameter list with descriptive text and values (min, max, current).
Event list Complete list of all possible events.
SCADA configura- Control system configuration

tion
Operating in- Operating instructions, protocol specifications.

structions
Settings Configuration of parameters and events.
Security log Logbook of all instances of access and changes relating to security.
Licenses Copyright and disclaimers of the software components used.

Table 30: Exporting data

2. Select the desired option for the export.
9.1.18.2 Importing data

You can import the following data:
Option Description
System image Complete image of the system (software and configuration),

with or without history.
Settings All device settings:

– Parameter settings
– Event settings
– Administrative settings (users, access rights)
The settings can also be imported from another device.
SSL certificate Import of an SSL certificate with associated key:

– Server certificate (.crt + .pem)
– Client certificate (.crt + .pem)
– Client CA (.crt)
For the import, you will have to compress the certificate (*.crt)
and key (*.pem) in a zip file.
You can import certificates with the following key authentica-
tion:
– RSA with 1024 bits
– ECDSA with 256 bits ("secp256r1" or "prime256v1" curve).
Table 31: Importing data
NOTICE Damage to the file system!
The file system can become damaged due to an incorrect data transmission
process. A damaged file system can lead to the device no longer being func-
tional.
Do not disconnect the device from the power supply during the import.
1. Go to Settings > Import.

2. Press the Browse button, select the file to be imported and then press the
Start upload button.
The file is checked.
3. Press the Start update button to start the import.
4. Press the OK button to restart the device following a successful import.
9.1.19 Linking to the visualization of external devices
You can create links to the web-based visualization of up to 5 devices. This en-
ables you to call up the visualizations of other devices directly from the visual-
ization of the ISM® device without having to know their IP address.
You can only call up the link to the visualization of an external device if you
i call up the visualization via a PC web browser. If you want to call up the vi-
sualizations of external devices via the MControl touch panel, you must
add the IP addresses of the external devices as additional "servers" in the
touch panel configuration.
9.1.19.1 Setting up an external visualization

To set up a link to the visualization of an external device, you must set the pa-
rameters described in the following.
Go to Settings > Parameters > System > External visualization.
External visualization name

Use this parameter to set the designation for the link to the visualization of the
external device (e.g., the designation of the external device).
External visualization product

Use this parameter to select the product whose visualization is to be called up.
By doing so, depending on the product, a defined path is linked to the IP ad-
dress of the external visualization (e.g., <IP address>/visu/home). If you se-
lect the "Generic IP address" option, a path will not be used.
External visualization protocol

Use this parameter to set the protocol for calling up the external visualization.
– https
– http
External visualization IP address

Use this parameter to set the IP address of the external visualization.
9.1.19.2 Calling up an external visualization
To call up an external visualization, proceed as follows:
1. Go to Information > System > External visualization.
Figure 56: External visualization
2. Select the desired visualization.

The visualization will be opened in a new tab in the browser.
3. If necessary, select the Reopen button to reopen the external visualization.
Figure 57: Visualization 1
9.2 Power grid
9.2.1 Transformer data
The transformation ratios and measuring set-up for the voltage and current
transformers used in the system can be set with the following parameters. The
device uses this information to calculate the corresponding measured values on
the primary side of the current transformer (and therefore the transformer)
from the recorded measured values. These are then displayed.
9.2.1.1 Setting transformer data

You can use the following parameters to set the transformer data. Also note the
Examples for standard circuits for current transformers and voltage transform-
ers.
Go to Settings > Parameter > Grid > Transformer data.
Primary transformer voltage

You can use this parameter to set the primary voltage of the voltage trans-
former in kV.
Secondary transformer voltage

You can use this parameter to set the secondary voltage of the voltage trans-
former in kV.
Current measurement
You can use this parameter to activate or deactivate the current measurement
function on the device. Deactivate current measurement if you have not con-
nected the current measurement function to the device.
If you deactivate current measurement, device functions that use the cur-
i rent measurement value as an input variable (e.g. power monitoring) will
not work.
Current transformer
You can use this parameter to set whether the device is operated with or with-
out a current transformer.
If you select the without option, this affects all relevant functions and set-
i tings. This can lead to blocking or restricted functions. If you have previ-
ously set TDSC [►Section 9.3.2.1.2, Page 103], this function is deactivated.
The device uses the desired value [►Page 102] you have selected.
Primary transformer current

You can use this parameter to set the primary current of the current trans-
former.
Secondary transformer current

You can use this parameter to set the secondary current of the current trans-
former. You can select the following options:
– 1A
– 5A
Phase angle correction
You can use this parameter to set the phase angle correction for your trans-
former circuit.
Voltage-transformer circuit
You can use this parameter to set your voltage transformer's circuit. You can
select the following options:
Option Description
1 Ph phase voltage Measurement in 1-phase grid between the

conductor and neutral conductor.
3 Ph differential voltage Measurement in 3-phase grid between 2 con-

ductors
3 Ph phase voltage Measurement in 3-phase grid between the

conductor and neutral conductor
Table 32: Voltage-transformer circuit
Current-transformer circuit
You can use this parameter to set the circuit for your current transformer. You
can select the following options:
Option Description
1 Ph phase current Measurement of phase current in 1-phase

grid.
3 Ph total current Measurement of differential current in 3-

phase grid.
3 Ph phase current Measurement of phase current in 3-phase

grid.
Table 33: Current-transformer circuit
9.2.1.2 Circuit examples for voltage transformers and current transformers

Below you will find different examples of circuits for voltage transformers and
current transformers and the corresponding settings.
9.2.1.2.1 1-phase measurement
Circuit 1-A
UI
L N k l
VT
CT L1
UL1 IL1
Figure 58: Circuit 1-A
– The voltage transformer VT is connected to the phase conductor and the

neutral conductor.
– The current transformer CT is looped into the phase conductor.
– The voltage UL1 and current IL1 are in phase.
– The voltage drop on a phase conductor is determined by the current IL1.
If you use this circuit, set the device as follows:
Parameter Option
Voltage-transformer circuit 1 Ph phase voltage
Current-transformer circuit 1 Ph phase current
Phase angle correction 0°

Table 34: Circuit 1-A
Circuit 1-B
UI UL3 IL3
L N k l
VT
CT UL1 IL1
L1
UL2 IL2
L2
L3
N
UL1 IL1
Figure 59: Circuit 1-B
– The voltage transformer VT is connected to the phase conductor L1 and the

neutral conductor.
– The current transformer CT is looped into the phase conductor L1.
– The voltage U and current I are in phase.
Parameter Option
Voltage-transformer circuit 3 Ph phase voltage

Table 35: Circuit 1-B
Circuit 1-C
UL3 IL3
UI
L N k l
UL1 IL1
VT IL2
UL2
CT1
L1
CT2 -UL2 -IL2
L2 UL1-UL2 IL1-IL2
L3
UL1 IL1
Figure 60: Circuit 1-C
– The voltage transformer VT is connected to the phase conductors L1 and L2.

– The current transformer CT1 is looped into the phase conductor L1 and CT2
is looped into the phase conductor L2.
– The current transformers CT1 and CT2 are connected crosswise in parallel
(total current = IL1 + IL2).
– The total current IL1 + IL2 and voltage UL1-UL2 are in phase.
– The voltage drop on a phase conductor is determined by the current:
(IL1 + IL2) / √3.
Parameter Option
Voltage-transformer circuit 3 Ph differential voltage
Current-transformer circuit 3 Ph total current

Table 36: Circuit 1-C
Circuit 1-D
UL3 IL3
UI
L N k l
UL1 IL1
VT IL2
UL2
L1
-UL2 IL3
L2 UL1-UL2
CT
L3
UL1
Figure 61: Circuit 1-D

– The current IL3 is ahead of voltage UL1-UL2 by 90°. This corresponds to a phase
shift of -90°.
Parameter Option

Table 37: Circuit 1-D
Circuit 1-E
UL3 IL3
UI
L N k l
UL1 IL1
VT
UL2 IL2
L1
-UL1
CT
L2
L3 UL2 IL2
UL2-UL1
Figure 62: Circuit 1-E

– The current IL2 is ahead of voltage UL2-UL1 by 30°. This corresponds to a phase
shift of -30°.
Parameter Option

Table 38: Circuit 1-E
Circuit 1-F
UL3 IL3
UI
L N k l
VT
UL1 IL1
CT
L1 UL2 IL2
L2 -UL2
UL1-UL2
L3
UL1 IL1
Figure 63: Circuit 1-F

– The current IL1 lags behind voltage UL1-UL2 by 30°. This corresponds to a
phase shift of +30° and a correction value of -30°.
Parameter Option
Phase angle correction -30°

Table 39: Circuit 1-F
9.2.2 Measurement
You can use the following parameters to configure the measurement of current
and voltage.
Go to Settings > Parameters > Power grid > Measurement.
Display power factor negative
You can use this parameter to set whether the device is to display a negative
power factor. You can select the following options:
Option Description
Off The power factor is always shown as positive.
P>0 The power factor is shown as negative if the active power is positive.
P<0 The power factor is shown as negative if the active power is negative.
Q>0 The power factor is shown as negative if the reactive power is posi-
tive.
Q<0 The power factor is shown as negative if the reactive power is nega-
tive.
Table 40: Setting the display for the power factor
9.2.3 Voltage monitoring
In order to monitor the transformer's current output voltage, you can set 4 limit
values:
– Undervoltage U<<: Lower limit 2
– Undervoltage U<: Lower limit 1
– Overvoltage U>: Upper limit 1
– Overvoltage U>>: Upper limit 2
If the measured value is higher than the upper limit (> or >>) or lower than the
lower limit (< or <<), the device transmits an event message.
U
U>>
U> H
U<
U<<
tV tE t
Figure 64: Example of voltage monitoring with the limit value Overvoltage U> being ex-
ceeded
U>> Overvoltage U>> U> Overvoltage U>
U< Undervoltage U< U<< Undervoltage U<<
tV Delay time tE Event duration
H Hysteresis
Go to Settings > Parameters > Power grid > Voltage monitoring.
Mode
You can use this parameter to set which limit value you would like to use:
– Absolute: The device uses the absolute limit value in V.
– Relative: The device uses the relative limit value in %, relative to the desired
voltage value.
Behavior
You can use this parameter to set the behavior of the device if the measured
value is higher than the upper limit (> or >>) or lower than the lower limit (< or
<<). You can select the following options:
Setting Behavior
Off No reaction.
High-speed return For U</U<<: The device performs tap-change operations in

the raise voltage direction (U+) until the measured voltage is
back above the limit value.
For U>/U>>: The device performs tap-change operations in
the lower voltage direction (U-) until the measured voltage is
back below the limit value.
With high-speed return, the device ignores the set delay time
of automatic voltage regulation.
Auto blocking Automatic regulation is blocked.

You can continue to perform tap-change operations in man-
ual mode.
Auto/manual blocking Automatic regulation is blocked.

You cannot perform tap-change operations in manual mode.
Auto blocking position+ The automatic control does not perform a tap-change opera-
tion in the direction of a higher tap position (position+).
You can still perform a tap-change operation in the direction
of a higher tap position (position+) in manual mode.
Auto blocking position- The automatic control does not perform a tap-change opera-
tion in the direction of a lower tap position (position-).
You can still perform a tap-change operation in the direction
of a lower tap position (position-) in manual mode.
Auto/manual blocking posi- The automatic control does not perform a tap-change opera-
tion+ tion in the direction of a higher tap position (position+).
You cannot perform a tap-change operation in the direction
tion- tion in the direction of a lower tap position (position-).
Table 41: Behavior when an event message is issued
Hysteresis
You can use this parameter to set the hysteresis. You can use this to avoid the
unnecessary generation of messages if the measured value fluctuates around a
threshold value.
Delay time
You can use this parameter to set the delay time in order to delay the issuing of
the event message.
9.2.4 Current monitoring
For monitoring the transformer's current load current, you can set 4 limit values
:
– I<<: Lower limit 2
– I<: Lower limit 1
– I>: Upper limit 1
– I>>: Upper limit 2
If the measured value is higher than the upper limit (> or >>) or lower than the
lower limit (< or <<), the device transmits an event message.
I
I>>
H
I>
I<
I<<
tV tE t
Figure 65: Example of current monitoring with the limit value I> being exceeded
I>> Upper limit 2 I> Upper limit 1
I< Lower limit 1 I<< Lower limit 2
tV Delay time tE Event duration
H Hysteresis
Go to Settings > Parameters > Power grid > Current monitoring.
Mode
You can use this parameter to set which limit value you would like to use:
– Absolute: The device uses the absolute limit value in A/kA.
– Relative: The device uses the relative limit value in %, relative to the rated
current of current transformer.
Hysteresis
threshold value.
Delay time
the event message.
Reaction
Setting Behavior
Off No reaction.

ual mode.

9.2.5 Power monitoring
For monitoring the transformer's current power, you can set the following limit
values:
Measured value Lower limit 2 Lower limit 1 Upper limit 1 Upper limit 2
Apparent power S<< S< S> S>>
Active power P<< P< P> P>>
Reactive power Q<< Q< Q> Q>>
Power factor (amount) |cos φ|<< |cos φ|< - -

Table 43: Limit values for power monitoring
Go to Settings > Parameters > Power grid > Power monitoring.
Absolute
You can use this parameter to specify a limit value.
Hysteresis
threshold value.
Delay time
the event message.
Reaction
Setting Behavior
Off No reaction.

ual mode.
Auto blocking position- The automatic control does not perform a tap-change opera-
tion in the direction of a lower tap position (position-).
ual mode.
Auto blocking position+ The automatic control does not perform a tap-change opera-
tion in the direction of a higher tap position (position+).
ual mode.

tion- tion in the direction of a lower tap position (position-).
tion+ tion in the direction of a higher tap position (position+).
9.2.6 Power flow monitoring
A reversal of power flow occurs if the active power is negative. You can set the
following parameters for this:
– Hysteresis
– Delay time
– Behavior
Go to Settings > Parameter > Power grid > Power flow monitoring.
Hysteresis
threshold value.
Delay time
the event message.
Behavior for reversal of power flow
You can use this parameter to set the behavior in the event of a reversal of
power flow. You can select the following options:
Setting Behavior
Off – The negative power flow is ignored.

– Automatic regulation remains active.
Auto blocking – The Reversal of power flow event is issued.

– Automatic regulation is blocked.
Auto/manual blocking – The Reversal of power flow event is issued.

– Automatic regulation is blocked.
– You cannot perform tap-change operations in manual
mode.
Target tap position – The Reversal of power flow event is issued.

– The device triggers a tap-change operation to the tap po-
sition you defined in the "Target tap position" [►Section
9.4.3, Page 122] parameter.
– The device blocks further tap-change operations.
– The target-tap-position operation is ignored if there is no
tap-position capture. Automatic regulation is blocked.
Table 45: Behavior in the event of a reversal of power flow
9.2.7 Monitoring settings
Go to Settings > Parameters > Power grid > Monitoring settings.
Monitoring U < 30 V
You can use this parameter to activate events and function monitoring. You can
Setting Behavior
Activate Monitoring is activated, even if the measured voltage U <

30 V.
Deactivate Monitoring is activated. Between 19 V < U < 30 V, the fol-

lowing monitoring processes are suppressed:
– Voltage monitoring
– Power monitoring
– Power flow monitoring
– Function monitoring
Table 46: Activate function monitoring
9.2.8 TAPCON® 2xx retrofit
The TAPCON® 2xx retrofit function allows you to operate the device in parallel
operation with existing devices. Parallel operation with the following existing
devices is supported:
– Predecessor devices: TAPCON® 230 pro/expert
– TAPCON® 240
– TAPCON® 250
– TAPCON® 260
– TRAFOGUARD® with "Voltage regulation" options package
If you wish to operate several devices in parallel operation with existing devices,
you have to activate the TAPCON® 2xx retrofit function on each device.
Figure 66: Parallel operation of 2 devices with one TAPCON® 2xx
Go to Settings > Parameters > Power grid > TAPCON® 2xx retrofit.
TAPCON® 2xx retrofit

You can use this parameter to activate or deactivate the Retrofit TAPCON® 2xx
function.
If you activate this parameter, you have to reverse the prefix of the "Phase
i angle correction" parameter for the transformer data (from - to + or from +
to -).

9.3 On-load tap-changer regulator
9.3.1 Regulation
The general functions for regulating the on-load tap-changer are described in
this section.
Response to SCADA disconnection

You can use this parameter to set the behavior of the device when the connec-
tion to the control system is interrupted. You can select the following options:
– No response: The device remains in the current operating mode.
– Switchover to auto mode: The device switches to auto mode.
– Desired value 1…5: The device uses the selected voltage desired value. This
desired value will also continue to be used once the connection is reestab-
lished. Depending on the device configuration, you can select up to 5 desired
values.
SCADA disconnection delay time

You can use this parameter to set the delay time before the device responds to
the SCADA interruption. If the connection to the control system is interrupted
for longer than the delay time, the device triggers an event and responds with
the set behavior.
9.3.2 Voltage regulation
All of the parameters required for the control function are described in this sec-
tion.
Go to Settings > Parameter > Voltage regulator.
9.3.2.1 Setting the desired value

You can set three different desired values. The device always uses one of the
set desired values for control. You can define which desired value is used for
regulation with the "Change remote desired value setting" parameter. You can
define up to 3 desired values.
The device only processes commands via digital inputs or the control sys-
i tem when it is in the Remote mode. You must also set the Remote behav-
ior [►Page 57] parameter accordingly.
Setting desired value 1...3

You can set the desired value with this parameter.
1. Go to Settings > Parameters > On-load tap-changer > Voltage regulation >
Desired value.
2. Enter the desired value.

Changing the remote desired value setting
You can use this parameter to select the type of remote desired value setting
which the device is to use for regulation. You can select between the following
options:
– Remote desired value setting using 3 digital desired values
– For this option, make sure that the corresponding digital inputs are con-
nected.
– Remote desired value setting using analog desired values
– For this option, make sure that the corresponding analog input is con-
nected.
– Remote desired value setting using TDSC
Change remote desired value setting.
2. Select the desired option in the list.
Selecting a desired value

You can use this parameter to select the desired value used for control. You can
choose between desired value 1, desired value 2 and desired value 3.
Type of remote desired value setting [►Page 102] selected.
Desired value.
2. Select the desired value from the list.
9.3.2.1.1 Analog setting of the desired value

With the analog setting of the desired value, the desired value for the automatic
voltage regulation can be variably adapted using an analog signal (e.g. 4...20
mA).
Desired value
Max.
Min.
Min. Max. Analog signal
Figure 67: Analog setting of the desired value
In order to configure the analog setting of the desired value, you can set the pa-
rameters as described below.
To specify the desired value using an analog signal, you need to create a
i signal at the Desired value setting release input. If this is not done, the de-
vice uses the set desired value 1.
Setting desired value 1

1. Go to Settings > Parameters > Voltage regulator > Regulation > Desired
value 1.
2. Enter the desired value.

Setting max. desired value setting

With this parameter, you can set the desired value that corresponds to the
maximum level of the analog signal level (e.g. 20 mA for 4...20 mA signal).
1. Go to Settings > Parameters > Control > Setting max. desired value.
2. Enter desired value.
Setting min. desired value setting

With this parameter, you can set the desired value that corresponds to the min-
imum level of the analog signal (e.g. 4 mA for 4...20 mA signal).
1. Go to Settings > Parameters > Control > Setting min. desired value.
2. Enter desired value.
9.3.2.1.2 Active power-dependent adjustment of desired voltage value

The TAPCON® Dynamic Setpoint Control (TDSC) function is used to adapt the
desired voltage value depending on the measured active power. This allows you
to compensate for a voltage drop during increased load or a voltage increase
due to a decentralized feed-in.
Depending on whether positive or negative active power is measured, the de-

sired value calculation is based on 2 linear equations (see example in diagram
below).
Parameter Function Settings (see diagram be-

low)
Umax: Maximum desired value Maximum set desired value is activated when Pmax is ex- 103.0 V
ceeded.
Umin: Minimum desired value Minimum set desired value is activated when value falls be- 99.0 V
low Pmin.
U0: Desired value at 0 active power Set desired value is activated when measured active power 100.00 V
is 0 MW.
Pmax: Active power at max. desired Set maximum active power value above which the power- 20.0 MW
value dependent desired value is to attain the maximum value
Umax.
Pmin: Active power at min. desired Set minimum active power value below which the power- -20.0 MW
value dependent desired value is to attain the minimum value
Umin.
Table 47: Parameters to be set for active power-dependent adjustment of desired voltage value

Figure 68: Active power-dependent adjustment of desired voltage value
Uref Desired value Umin Minimum desired value
Pmeas Measured active power Umax Maximum desired value
Pmin Active power at minimum de- U0 Set desired value when mea-
sired value sured active power = 0
Pmax Active power at maximum de-

sired value
Response to active power Pmax being exceeded

If the measured active power Pmeas exceeds the set parameter Pmax, the value
Umax is adopted as the desired value.
U ref = U max
Response to value falling below active power Pmin

If the measured active power Pmeas falls below the set parameter Pmin, the value
Umin is adopted as the desired value.
U ref = U min
Response to a measured active power Pmeas = 0 MW:

If the measured active power Pmeas = 0, the set parameter U0 is adopted.
U ref = U 0
Linear dependency with negative active power:

If the measured active power Pmin ≤ Pmeas ≤ 0, the desired value is calculated us-
ing the following equation:
U 0 - U min
U ref = × P meas+ U 0
0 - P min
Linear dependency with positive active power:

If the measured active power 0 ≤ Pmeas ≤ Pmax, the desired value is calculated us-
ing the following equation:
U max - U 0
U ref = × P meas+ U 0
P max

To activate the active power-dependent adjustment of the desired voltage
value, you need to set the following parameters:
Activating TDSC
The TDSC function is only active when the device can calculate the active
power (correct current measurement and voltage measurement) and the re-
quired parameters are set. If this is not the case, voltage regulation is in accor-
dance with the set desired value. You can activate or deactivate the power-de-
pendent adjustment of the desired voltage value as follows:
– Parameter
– Digital inputs TDSC on and TDSC off
– Control system command
If you activate TDSC, the line drop compensation (R&X compensation or Z

i compensation) function is deactivated.
To activate/deactivate TDSC using parameters, proceed as follows:

1. Go to Settings > Parameters > Control > Activate TDSC.
2. Select the desired option.
TDSC Umax/Umin
You can use these parameters to set the maximum and minimum desired
value. The maximum or minimum desired value is activated when the mea-
sured active power reaches the set minimum or maximum active power.
1. Go to Settings > Parameters > Control > TDSC Umax/Umin.
2. Enter maximum/minimum desired value.
TDSC U0
You can use this parameter to set the desired value which is to be used when
the measured active power is 0.
1. Go to Settings > Parameters > Control > TDSC U0.
2. Enter desired value at active power 0.
TDSC Pmax/Pmin
You can use these parameters to set the maximum and minimum active power
value at which the maximum and minimum active power-dependent desired
value is to be used for regulation.
1. Go to Settings > Parameters > Control > TDSC Pmax/Pmin.
2. Enter active power for maximum/minimum desired value.
Bandwidth setting
You can use this parameter to set whether you want the bandwidth as an abso-
lute variable (V or kV) or relative variable (%) in relation to the desired value.
Bandwidth
You can use this parameter to set the maximum permissible deviation of the
measured voltage Uactual from the desired value Udesired.
In order to set the correct value, the transformer step voltage and nominal
i voltage must be known. Note that a large bandwidth will result in a large
control deviation.

The bandwidth must always be greater than the following value:
U n-1 - U n
B≥ 0,6× × 100%
UN
Un-1 Step voltage of tap position n-1
Un Step voltage of tap position n
UN Nominal voltage
The following transformer values are used to determine the minimum

bandwidth:
Nominal voltage UN = 11000 V
Step voltage in tap position 4 UStep4 = 11275 V
Step voltage in tap position 5 UStep5 = 11000 V
Delay time T1
Delay time T1 delays the issuing of a tap-change command for a defined period.
This prevents unnecessary tap-change operations if the tolerance bandwidth is
exited briefly.
Response to delay time T1 If the control variable is within the set bandwidth , no control commands
are issued to the motor drive unit for the tap change. Control commands will
also not be issued to the motor-drive unit if the control variable returns to the
bandwidth within the set delay time T1 . However, if the control variable
deviates from the set bandwidth for a long period , a tap-change command

is issued after expiration of the set delay time T1. The on-load tap-changer
carries out a tap-change in a raise or lower direction to return to the tolerance
bandwidth.
V 5
2 6
4
A B C D
Figure 69: Behavior of the control function with delay time T1
1 Upper limit of bandwidth 4 Set delay time T1
2 Desired value 5 Control variable measured value
3 Lower limit of bandwidth 6 Bandwidth range
A Control variable is outside of the B Control variable returned to within

bandwidth. Delay time T1 starts. the bandwidth before delay time T1
has expired.
C Control variable is outside of the D Control variable is still outside the

bandwidth. Delay time T1 starts. bandwidth when delay time T1 is
complete. Tap-change operation is
initiated.
Time response T1
You can use this parameter to set the time response for delay time T1. You can
– Linear time response
– Integral time response
Linear time response With linear time response, the device responds with a constant delay time re-
gardless of the control deviation.

Integral time response With integral time response, the device responds with a variable delay time de-
pending on the control deviation. The greater the control deviation (ΔU) in rela-
tion to the set bandwidth (B), the shorter the delay time. This means that the
device responds faster to large voltage changes in the grid. Regulation accuracy
improves as a result but the frequency of tap-changes increases too.
Figure 70: Diagram for integral time response
ΔU/B Control deviation "ΔU" as % of desired value in relation to the set bandwidth "B"
as % of desired value
1 "Delay time T1" parameter
Delay time T2
You can use this parameter to set delay time T2. Delay time T2 is used to com-
pensate for large control deviations faster.
The delay time T2 only takes effect if more than one tap-change operation is re-
quired to correct the control deviation. The first output pulse occurs after the
set delay time T1. After the set tap-change delay time T2 has elapsed, additional
pulses occur in order to correct the existing control deviation.
The following requirements must be noted to set delay time T2:

– The delay time T2 must be greater than the switching pulse time.
– The delay time T2 must be greater than the maximum operating time of the
motor-drive unit.
– The delay time T2 must be less than the value set for delay time T1.
Behavior with delay times T1 and If the control variable deviates from the set bandwidth for a long period ,a
T2 control impulse is output to the motor-drive unit after the set delay time T1 .
If the control variable is still outside the bandwidth, delay time T2 starts to

count down. Once delay time T2 is complete, a control impulse is again issued
to the motor-drive unit for the tap change to return to the tolerance band-
width.
V 5
1
2 6
4
A B C
Figure 71: Behavior of the regulation function with delay times T1 and T2
1 Upper limit of bandwidth 4 Set delay times T1 and T2.
2 Desired value 5 Control variable measured value
3 Lower limit of bandwidth 6 Bandwidth range
A Control variable is outside of the B Delay time T1 complete. Tap change

bandwidth. Delay time T1 starts. triggered.
C Delay time T2 complete. Tap change

triggered.
Activate delay time T2

You can use this parameter to activate or deactivate the delay time T2.
9.3.3 Line drop compensation
You can use the compensation function to compensate for the load-dependent
voltage drop between the transformer and consumer. The device provides 2
methods of compensation for this purpose:
– R&X compensation
– Z compensation

9.3.3.1 R&X compensation
R&X compensation can compensate for voltage losses on the lines and there-
fore ensure correct voltage at the load. This requires precise line data. After you
have entered all of the line data, the device automatically calculates the ohmic
and inductive voltage drop and takes this into account for automatic voltage
regulation.
U I
ULine-Drop
VT
UTr CT ULoad
R X
Figure 72: Equivalent circuit of R&X compensation
Figure 73: Phasor diagram of R&X compensation
To use R&X compensation, you have to enter the following line data:
– Ohmic resistance load in mΩ/m
– Inductive resistance load in mΩ/m
– Length of line in km
Go to Settings > Parameters > Voltage regulator > Compensation.
Ohmic resistance load

You can use this parameter to set the ohmic resistance load.
Inductive resistance load

You can use this parameter to set the inductive resistance load.
Length of line
You can use this parameter to set the length of line.

9.3.3.2 Z compensation
To keep the voltage constant for the consumer, you can use Z compensation to
activate a current-dependent voltage increase. You can also define a limit value
to avoid excess voltage on the transformer.
ΔU%
ΔU% max
ΔU%
I
Figure 74: Z compensation
To use Z compensation, you need to calculate the voltage increase (ΔU) taking
the current into account. Use the following formula for this purpose:
U Tr - U Load I N× kCT
ΔU = × × 100 %
U Load I
∆U Voltage increase I Load current in A
UTr Transformer voltage at current I IN Nominal current of current-trans-

former connection in A
ULoad Voltage on line end at current I kCT Current transformer transmission

and on-load tap-changer in same ratio
operating position
Sample calculation: UTr = 100.1 V, ULoad = 100.0 V, IN = 5 A kCT = 200 A/5 A, I

= 100 A
Produces a voltage increase ∆U of 0.2%
Go to Settings > Parameters > Voltage regulator > Compensation.
Voltage increase
You can use this parameter to set the current-dependent voltage increase ∆U.
Voltage limit value

You can use this parameter to define the maximum permissible voltage in-
crease to avoid excess voltage on the transformer.
9.3.4 Parallel operation
Parallel transformer operation is used to increase the throughput capacity or

short-circuit capacity at one location. The device provides you with specific
functions for regulating transformers.
Conditions for parallel operation Compliance with the following general conditions is required for operating
transformers in parallel:
– Identical rated voltages
– Transformer power ratio (< 3 : 1)

– Maximum deviation of short-circuit voltages (UK) for transformers connected
in parallel < 10%
– The same number of switching groups
– For parallel operation with CAN communication: Current transformers with
the same connection values must be used for all devices operating in parallel
9.3.4.1 Parallel operation methods

You can undertake parallel operation with various parallel operation methods.
9.3.4.1.1 Tap synchronization

With the tap synchronization parallel operation method, one voltage regulator
works as the master and all others as followers.
T1 Master Follower T2
M AVR AVR M
Tap position
CAN bus
Figure 75: Tap synchronization
The master handles voltage regulation and transmits its current tap positions to
all followers via the CAN bus. The followers compare the tap position received
with their own tap position. If the tap position is not the same, the followers
switch to the tap position received from the master. This ensures that the trans-
formers operating in parallel are always in the same tap position.
You can set whether the master transmits the change in tap position to the fol-
lowers before or after its own tap-change operation. The devices then either
change position sequentially (first the master, then the followers) or in synch
(master and followers at the same time).
If there is a tap difference between the master and followers, the master re-
frains from issuing any control commands to the motor-drive unit until all of the
followers have reached the same tap position. If the tap difference persists for
longer than the set delay time for parallel operation error messages, the master
triggers the Step difference to follower event.
You can explicitly designate the voltage regulators as master and followers, or
set automatic designation using the CAN bus address.
For the tap synchronization parallel operation method, you have to set the fol-
lowing parameters:
Parameter Auto Master Follower
Activating parallel operation Yes
Parallel operation method Auto. tap sync. Master Follower
CAN bus address Yes

Parameter Auto Master Follower
Circulating reactive current Optional, if master/follower current blocking is active

blocking limit
Master/follower current Yes

blocking
Master/follower switching Yes

characteristics
Maximum tap difference Yes (if follower) No Yes
Error if no communication Yes

present
Behavior if no communica- Yes

tion present
Parallel operation error de- Yes

lay time
Table 48: Parameter
9.3.4.1.2 Circulating reactive current minimization with CAN bus communica-

tion
With the circulating reactive current parallel operation method, parallel opera-
tion is carried out using the circulating reactive current minimization method.
T1 T2
M AVR AVR M
U, I, cosφ
CAN bus
Figure 76: Circulating reactive current minimization with CAN bus communication
The circulating reactive current is calculated from the transformer currents and
their phase angles. The voltage regulators in the parallel operation group share
this information via CAN bus. An extra control deviation proportional to circulat-
ing reactive current is added to the independently regulating voltage regulators
as a correction for the control deviation determined on the basis of the mea-
surement voltage. You can use the circulating reactive current sensitivity pa-
rameter to decrease or increase this extra control deviation.
The circulating reactive current method is suited to transformers connected in

parallel with a similar nominal output and short-circuit voltage UK and to vector
groups with the same and different step voltages. This does not require any in-
formation about the tap position.
Note that the following prerequisites must be met for the "circulating reactive
current minimization" parallel operation method:
– You have to use current transformers with the same rated values for all
transformers in parallel operation.
– If you wish to operate in parallel operation with existing devices, you have to
activate the Retrofit TAPCON® 2xx parameter.

For the circulating reactive current minimization parallel operation method with
CAN communication, you have to set the following parameters:
– Activate parallel operation
– Parallel operation method: Circulating reactive current
– CAN bus address
– Circulating reactive current sensitivity
– Circul. reactive current blocking limit
– Error if no communication present
– Behavior if no communication present
– Parallel operation error delay time
9.3.4.1.3 Circulating reactive current minimization without CAN bus communi-

cation
With this method, you can operate several voltage regulators without a com-
munication connection (CAN bus) in parallel with circulating reactive current
minimization.
Desired cosφ Desired cosφ

T1 T2
M AVR AVR M
T1: U, I, (cosφ) T2: U, I, (cosφ)
U, I, (cosφ)
Figure 77: Circulating reactive current minimization without CAN bus communication
The circulating reactive current is calculated using the desired power factor pa-
rameter, the desired load stress type parameter, and the measured transformer
current. An extra control deviation proportional to circulating reactive current is
added to the independently regulating voltage regulators as a correction for the
control deviation determined on the basis of the measurement voltage. This ex-
tra control deviation depends on how much the measured power factor devi-
ates from the desired power factor.
To use the power factor method, you need to know the conditions of your net-
work in order to correctly set the device parameters.
The power factor method is suited to transformers connected in parallel with a

similar nominal output and short-circuit voltage UK and to vector groups with
the same and different step voltages. This does not require any information
about the tap position.
For the circulating reactive current minimization parallel operation method with-
out CAN communication, you have to set the following parameters:
– Activating parallel operation
– Parallel operation method: Power factor
– Circulating reactive current sensitivity
– Circulating reactive current blocking limit
– Desired power factor
– Desired load stress type
– Parallel operation error delay time

Note that the parameters "Error if no communication" and "Behavior if no
i communication" have no function in the circulating reactive current mini-
mization without CAN communication parallel operation method.
9.3.4.2 Configuring parallel operation

In the Parallel operation menu item, you can set the parameters needed for
parallel transformer operation.
Go to Settings > Parameter > Voltage regulator > Parallel operation.
9.3.4.2.1 Activating parallel operation

You can use this parameter to activate or deactivate parallel operation.
9.3.4.2.2 Setting parallel operation method

You can use this parameter to set the parallel operation method. You can select
Only change the parallel operation method when the on-load tap-changers
i are not performing tap-change operations.
Option Description
Master The device is designated as the Tap synchronization parallel

master. operation method
Follower The device is designated as the

follower.
Auto. tap sync. Automatic assignment of mas-

ter or follower.
If a master is not detected, the
device with the lowest CAN
bus address is automatically
designated as the master. All
other devices are designated
as followers.
Circulating reactive cur- Circulating reactive current minimization with CAN bus commu-
rent nication parallel operation method
Power factor Circulating reactive current minimization without CAN bus

communication parallel operation method
Table 49: Setting parallel operation method
9.3.4.2.3 Assigning a CAN bus address

You can use this parameter to assign a CAN bus address to the device. So that
all devices can communicate using the CAN bus, each device requires a unique
identifier. If the value is set to 0, then no communication takes place.
9.3.4.2.4 Setting circulating reactive current sensitivity

You can use this parameter to set the influence of circulating reactive current
on how the control deviation is calculated. The higher the set value, the greater
the calculated control deviation as a result of circulating reactive current.
To determine the ideal circulating reactive current sensitivity, note the relevant
section in the Commissioning chapter.

9.3.4.2.5 Setting the circulating reactive current blocking limit
You can use this parameter to set the limit value for the maximum permissible
circulating reactive current. This value is based on the rated current of the cur-
rent transformer. If, during parallel operation, the circulating reactive current ex-
ceeds the set limit value, the device triggers the Circulating reactive current
blocking limit exceeded event. All devices operating in the parallel operation
group are blocked.
Desired power factor

You can use this parameter to set the power factor, which the transformer has
under normal operating conditions. If the measured power factor deviates from
the desired one, the device calculates a correction which is added to the control
deviation.
Enter a desired power factor other than 0. If you enter a desired power fac-
i tor of 0, the device is not able to calculate the voltage correction.
Desired load stress type

You can use this parameter to set the load stress type, which the transformer
has under normal operating conditions.
You can determine the load stress type using the phase angle difference be-
tween voltage and current. You calculate the phase angle difference as follows:
φUI = φU - φI
φUI Phase angle difference between voltage and current
φU Phase angle of voltage
φI Phase angle of current
Depending on the calculated phase angle difference, you have to select the fol-
lowing option:
– φUI > 0: Inductive
– φUI < 0: Capacitive
9.3.4.2.6 Setting master/follower current blocking

You can use this parameter to activate the circulating reactive current blocking
limit for the tap synchronization parallel operation method. The device thereby
calculates and monitors the circulating reactive current in the same manner as
the parallel operation method for circulating reactive current minimization, and
provides you with the safety function of circulating reactive current blocking.
The Circulating reactive current blocking parameter is used to set the limit
value.
9.3.4.2.7 Setting master/follower switching characteristics

You can use this parameter to set the switching characteristics for the tap syn-
chronization parallel operation method. You can select the following options:
– Sequentially: When a tap-change operation takes place, the master commu-
nicates its new tap position to the followers via the CAN bus as soon as the
master has completed its tap-change operation. The tap-change operations
of the master and followers thereby take place one after another (sequen-
tially).
– In sync: When a tap-change operation takes place, the master communicates
its new tap position to the followers via the CAN bus as the master starts its
tap-change operation. The tap-change operations of the master and follow-
ers thereby take place at almost the same time (in synch).

9.3.4.2.8 Setting the maximum tap difference
You can use this parameter to set the maximum permissible tap difference be-
tween followers and master on the follower.
If the tap difference is greater than the set maximum tap difference to the mas-
ter, the follower blocks and no longer attempts to attain the master's tap posi-
tion. After the set delay time for parallel operation error messages has elapsed,
the follower issues the Permitted tap difference to master exceeded message.
9.3.4.2.9 Setting error if no communication present

You can use this parameter to set whether it is an error if the device does not
receive any messages via the CAN bus or if there are no other CAN bus partici-
pants in the same parallel operation group.
9.3.4.2.10 Setting behavior if no communication present

You can use this parameter to set how the voltage regulator behaves if commu-
nication via the CAN bus is not possible.
The setting for this parameter is only effective if you have selected the Er-
i ror option for the Error if no communication present parameter.
Option Description
Independent regulation The device switches from parallel operation to normal automatic
voltage regulation
Auto blocking Automatic voltage regulation is blocked.
cosφ interpolation Continuation of parallel operation with interpolated values (only

possible with circulating reactive current parallel operation
method)
Power factor Circulating reactive current minimization without CAN bus com-
munication parallel operation method
Table 50: Behavior if no communication present
9.3.4.2.11 Setting delay time for parallel operation error messages

You can use this parameter to set the delay time for a parallel operation error
message so that brief fault messages are not received if the motor-drive units
involved in the parallel operation have different runtimes.
9.3.4.3 Parallel operation

In the parallel operation menu, you can display information about the devices
that are connected by CAN bus.
Description
Parallel operation status:

– - = Independent mode
– = Parallel operation is active
– = Parallel operation error
CAN CAN bus address
Grp. Parallel operation group
Method Active parallel operation method

Description
Position Current tap position
U Voltage
I_p Active current
I_q Reactive current
Block. Blocking:
– Gray: Parallel operation not blocked
– Red: Parallel operation blocked
Table 51: Information about parallel operation
Go to Information> Parallel operation.
9.3.5 U bandwidth monitoring
The following limit values are monitored via bandwidth monitoring. The set
bandwidth [►Page 105] (upper/lower) of the voltage regulation is used for this
purpose.
Behavior If the measured value is higher than the upper limit or lower than the lower
limit, the device triggers the Upper bandwidth limit value / Lower bandwidth
limit value message.
The "Function monitoring" function is used to detect long periods when values
are above or below the bandwidth. Long periods when values are above or be-
low the bandwidth indicate a problem with the device function because the de-
vice is not able to correct the control deviation.
If the value is above or below the set bandwidth [►Page 105], the Function
monitoring event is displayed after the set delay time for function monitoring
has elapsed. The event is automatically acknowledged as soon as the measured
value is back within the set bandwidth.
The following parameters are available for setting function monitoring:

– Function monitoring
– Hysteresis
– Delay time
Go to Settings > Parameter > Voltage regulator > U bandwidth monitoring.
Function monitoring
You can use this parameter to activate function monitoring. You can select the
following options:
Setting Behavior
Off Function monitoring is deactivated.
Only Auto Function monitoring is only active in AVR AUTO operating

mode.
Auto and Manual Function monitoring is active in AVR AUTO and AVR MAN-
UAL operating modes
Table 52: Activate function monitoring

Hysteresis
threshold value.
Delay time
the event message.

9.4 On-load tap-changer
9.4.1 Tap position monitoring
You can set the limit value parameter for tap position monitoring:
Go to Settings > Parameter > Voltage regulation > Tap position monitoring.
Delay time
the event message.
Behavior limit value

You can use this parameter to set the behavior of the device when the event
message is issued. You can select the following options:
Setting Behavior
Off Tap position monitoring is disabled.
Auto blocking posi- The automatic control does not perform a tap-change operation in
tion+ the direction of a higher tap position (position+).
You can still perform a tap-change operation in the direction of a
higher tap position (position+) in manual mode.
Auto blocking posi- The automatic control does not perform a tap-change operation in
tion- the direction of a lower tap position (position-).
You can still perform a tap-change operation in the direction of a
lower tap position (position-) in manual mode.
Auto/manual The automatic control does not perform a tap-change operation in

blocking position+ the direction of a higher tap position (position+).
You cannot perform a tap-change operation in the direction of a
higher tap position (position+) in manual mode.
Auto/manual The automatic control does not perform a tap-change operation in

blocking position- the direction of a lower tap position (position-).
You cannot perform a tap-change operation in the direction of a
lower tap position (position-) in manual mode.
Also refer to
2 Target-tap-position operation [► 122]
Operations counter
The device's operations counter is automatically increased with every tap-
change operation. You can use this parameter to set the number of tap-change
operations, such as for a comparison with the operations counter of the motor-
drive unit.
9.4.2 Tap position capture method
The current tap position of the on-load tap-changer is transmitted from the mo-
tor-drive unit to the device. You can use this parameter to select the type of tap
position capture.
In order to ensure proper function of the tap position capture, make sure
i that the inputs of the corresponding tap position capture method are acti-
vated and correctly wired.

Go to Settings > Parameter > On-load tap-changer > Tap position monitor-
ing > Tap position monitoring.
The tap position is transmitted in one of the following ways:
9.4.2.1 Digital tap position capture

The tap position can be transmitted as a digital signal from the motor-drive unit
to the device. The following variants are available:
– BCD
– Dual code
– Gray code
– N/O contact series
9.4.2.2 Analog tap position capture

The tap position can be transmitted as an analog signal from the motor-drive
unit to the device. The following variants are available:
9.4.2.2.1 Injected current (0/4…20 mA)

For the analog tap position capture, you must set which tap positions corre-
spond to the minimum analog signal and maximum analog signal.
Pos. at max. analog signal

You can use this parameter to set the tap position of the on-load tap-changer
corresponding to the maximum analog signal (e.g. 20 mA for 4...20 mA signal).
1. Go to Settings > Analog tap position capture > Pos. at max. analog signal.
2. Set the tap position.
Pos. at min. analog signal

You can use this parameter to set the tap position of the on-load tap-changer
corresponding to the minimum analog signal (e.g. 4 mA for 4...20 mA signal).
1. Go to Settings > Analog tap position capture > Pos. at min. analog signal.
9.4.2.2.2 Resistor contact series
Carry out the calibration at an ambient temperature that corresponds to

i normal operating conditions. This allows you to reduce measurement er-
rors due to temperature fluctuations.
To capture the tap positions via resistor contact series, you need to perform a
calibration. In order to do this, you have to set the on-load tap-changer's tap po-
sitions corresponding to the maximum and minimum analog signal. Then you
have to carry out on-load tap-change operations across the entire tap position
range. The entire calibration process is performed using wizards.
1. Go to Settings > Calibrate hardware > Calibrate RCS .
2. Select the Pos. at max. analog signal parameter.
5. Select the Pos. at min. analog signal parameter.
8. Click on the Start button.
The calibration wizard is started.
9. Press the Next button.
10. Step 1: Manually switch on-load tap-changer to the highest tap position.

11. Press the Next button.
Step 2: The device calibrates the current output and once complete
moves on to step 3.
12. Step 3: Manually switch the on-load tap-changer to the lowest tap position.
Step 4: The device determines the offset and once complete moves on
to step 5.
13. Step 5: Press the Next button to complete calibration.
Calibration of tap position capture using the resistor contact series has been
performed successfully.
Setting the tap position message

If you change the tap position capture, you must then ensure that the config-
ured analog output value range matches the value of the parameter AIO config-
uration [►Section 9.1.11, Page 78]. Otherwise, the tap position will not be re-
ported correctly.
9.4.3 Target-tap-position operation
When target-tap-position operation is activated, the device automatically

switches to this target tap position.
Go to Settings > Parameter > On-load tap-changer > Move to the defined
target tap position.
Target tap position

You can use this parameter to define a target tap position.
Target-tap-position operation allowed

You can use this parameter to set in which operating mode the Target-tap-posi-
tion operation function is allowed or blocked.
Option Behavior with the operating mode
AVR Auto AVR Manual
Local Remote Local Remote
AVR Auto Allowed Allowed Blocked Blocked
AVR Manual Blocked Blocked Blocked Allowed
AVR Auto + Manual Allowed Allowed Blocked Allowed

Table 53: Behavior of the Target-tap-position operation function depending on the selected option and
the operating mode of the device
9.4.4 Information about the on-load tap-changer
Under "OLTC" you can display information about the on-load tap-changer:
– Current tap position
– Total tap-change operations (operations counter)
Go to Information > On-load tap-changer > OLTC.

9.5 Motor-drive unit and control cabinet
9.5.1 Control of the motor-drive unit
9.5.1.1 Setting the switching pulse for controlling the motor-drive unit
You can use the parameters Switching pulse type, Switching pulse time and
Switching pulse pause to adapt the device switching pulse to the requirements
of the motor-drive unit controller.
Go to Settings > Parameter > Motor and control cabinet > Motor control
unit.
Switching pulse type

You can use this parameter to toggle the switching pulse between a continuous
pulse or a time-controlled switching pulse.
Continuous pulse Selecting the "Continuous pulse" option causes the device to issue the switch-
ing pulse in AVR Auto operating mode until the measured value is back within
the bandwidth. In AVR Manual operating mode, the device issues the switching
pulse for as long as you press the or key.
If the device is operated as a follower in parallel operation in this case, then the
voltage regulator will issue the switching pulse until one of the following re-
quirements has been met:
– The set motor runtime has been reached
– The Motor running signal switches from state 1 to 0
– The tap position required by the master has been reached
A pause is enforced after every switching pulse before another switching pulse
is issued.
Time-controlled switching pulse Selecting the "Time-controlled switching pulse" option causes the device to is-
sue the switching pulse for a set duration. A pause is enforced after every
switching pulse before another switching pulse is issued.
If you use a motor-drive unit from Maschinenfabrik Reinhausen GmbH, you

i need to select the "Time-controlled switching pulse" option.
s
1 2 1
Figure 78: Switching pulse time and switching pulse pause
1 Switching pulse time 2 Switching pulse pause

Switching pulse time
You can use this parameter to set the maximum duration of the switching
pulse. The switching pulse resets after the switching pulse time has elapsed or
if the device receives the Motor running signal beforehand or the tap position is
changed.
Switching pulse pause

You can use this parameter to set the switching pulse pause between 2 switch-
ing pulses. The device can only issue another switching pulse once the switch-
ing pulse pause has elapsed.
9.5.1.2 Setting motor runtime monitoring

The runtime of the motor-drive unit can be monitored by the device. This func-
tion is used to identify motor-drive unit malfunctions during the tap-change op-
eration and to trigger any actions needed.
Behavior The motor-drive unit issues the Motor-drive unit running signal during the tap-
change operation. This signal is present until the tap-change operation is com-
plete. The device compares the duration of this signal with the set motor run-
time. If the set motor runtime is exceeded, the device triggers the following ac-
tions:
1. Motor runtime exceeded event.
2. Pulse signal via Trigger motor protective switch output relay
Note that motor-drive units with pass-through positions or motor-drive

i units without stepped switching behavior will run for longer under certain
circumstances. Set a longer motor runtime for such units.
unit.
Motor runtime monitoring limit

This parameter lets you set the motor runtime monitoring limit.
Motor runtime monitoring

You can use this parameter to activate or deactivate motor runtime monitoring.
9.5.1.3 Setting the switching direction

You can set the switching direction of the motor-drive unit.
unit.
Switching direction monitoring

You can use this parameter to set the switching direction monitoring. This func-
tion monitors whether a tap-change operation in the wrong direction has been
undertaken (e.g. due to a wiring mistake).
If a tap-change operation in the wrong direction is detected, the device issues

the event message Switching direction monitoring and blocks automatic regula-
tion. Automatic regulation is blocked until you acknowledge the event.
Switching direction monitoring is not active if you control the motor-drive

i unit with a continuous pulse [►Section 9.5.1.1, Page 123].
Also refer to
2 Setting the switching pulse for controlling the motor-drive unit [► 123]

U switching direction
You can use this parameter to set the switching direction for voltage regulation.
You can use this to adjust the behavior of the device based on how your on-
load tap-changer and motor-drive unit are configured. You can select the fol-
lowing options:
Setting Meaning
Standard The device issues a signal via the Raise output to increase the volt-
age.
The device issues a signal via the Lower output to reduce the volt-
age.
Swapped The device issues a signal via the Lower output to increase the volt-
age.
The device issues a signal via the Raise output to reduce the volt-
age.
Table 54: Behavior

10 Maintenance and care
10.1 Cleaning the device

You can clean the device with a dry cloth.
10.2 Updating application software

NOTICE Damage to the device due to incompatible wiring and configura-
tion.
If the configuration of the device inputs and outputs is changed as a result of
updating the application software, the device can become damaged due to in-
compatible wiring.
Before updating the device application software, wire it according to the
connection diagram provided with the device.
If you want to update the application software using web-based visualization on

a PC, proceed as follows:
1. Copy the application software to the PC [►Section 10.2.1, Page 126].
2. Establish a connection to the visualization [►Section 10.2.2, Page 127].
3. Update the application software [►Section 10.2.3, Page 128].
10.2.1 Copy the application software to the PC
Prior to downloading, check which software version is currently installed on

i your device (go to Information > System > Software). Then download the
update package for your software version as described in the following.
You can download the latest version of the application software from the
Maschinenfabrik Reinhausen GmbH customer portal. To do so, proceed as fol-
lows:
1. Call up the website www.reinhausen.com.
2. Press the Customer Portal button.
3. Log in with your login data or register.
4. In the Transformer section at the My Devices tile, press the Open button.
5. If the desired device does not appear in the list, press the Add device button
and enter the device date (serial number, name, location, etc.).
6. Select the desired device in the list.
7. Select the device in the Firmware tab and select the Create firmware button
in the MR Versions entry for the desired version. If the firmware cannot be
generated automatically, you will see the Request button, which you can use
to send a request to Maschinenfabrik Reinhausen GmbH.
The firmware is generated. You will receive an email when the firmware is
available for download.
8. Press the Download button to save the firmware to the PC.
9. Press the ... button to display the hash value for verifying the download.
10. Calculate the hash value of the downloaded zip file on your PC and com-
pare it with the hash value displayed in the customer portal. If both values
are identical, the file was downloaded correctly.
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Depending on your operating system, you can calculate the hash value of
i the file in different ways. If you run your PC with Windows 10, you can cal-
culate the hash value in the command line with the following command:
certutil –hashfile <filename>.zip sha256
11. Unzip the zip file on your PC.

The application software has been downloaded correctly.
10.2.2 Establishing connection to visualization
A connection to the visualization can be established using two interfaces:

– Front interface (for local access)
– Optional: Interface X3 on the rear of the device (for access via remote display,
control center etc.)
System requirements
To access the web-based visualization, you need a PC with an HTML5-capable
browser. The display is optimized for the following browsers:
– Microsoft Edge
– Google Chrome™
Establishing a connection via front interface

1. Remove the interface cover on the front of the device.
Figure 79: Patch cable on the rear
3. Connect the PC and the device via the front interface using an Ethernet cable
(RJ45 plug).
Figure 80: Establishing a connection via the front interface
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192.168.165.100).
5. Enter the visualization's IP address http://192.168.165.1, or if SSL en-
cryption is active, enter https://192.168.165.1 in the browser on the
PC.
Establishing a connection via the rear CPU-X3 interface

1. Connect the PC and device via the rear CPU-X3 interface using the pre-
assembled patch cable.
2. Go to Communication on the device to display the device's IP address.
192.0.1.100).
4. Enter the visualization's IP address (e.g. http://192.0.1.230; if SSL en-
cryption is active enter https://192.0.1.230) in the browser on the PC.
10.2.3 Updating application software
NOTICE Damage to the file system!

The file system can become damaged due to an incorrect data transmission
process. A damaged file system can lead to the device no longer being func-
tional.
Do not disconnect the device from the power supply during the import.

– Password: admin
To load the application software, proceed as follows:
1. Press the LOGIN button and log in as a user with a parameter configurator or
administrator user role.
2. Go to Information > Software and take note of the application software ver-
sion.
3. Go to Settings > Export > System image to export a backup copy of the cur-
rent system.
4. Select the option With history and press the Start export button to start the
export.
5. Go to Settings > Import.
6. Press the Browse button, select the application software (rhp file) to be im-
ported and then press the Start upload button.
The file is checked.
7. Select the options Retain historical data, Retain user settings and Retain de-
vice settings.
8. Press the Start update button to start the import.
The application software is updated.
9. Press the OK button to restart the device following a successful update.
10. Go to Information > Software and compare the application software ver-
sion with the version noted down. The version number must be higher.
128 Maintenance and care 7817454/09 EN

11 Fault elimination
11.1 General faults

Characteristics/details Cause Remedy
No function No power supply. Check the power supply.

– Power supply LED does not light
Fuse tripped. Contact Maschinenfabrik Reinhausen GmbH.
up
No function Configuration error Contact Maschinenfabrik Reinhausen GmbH.

– AVR STATUS LED does not light
up
Relay chatter High EMC load. Use shielded cables or external filters.
Poor grounding. Check the functional ground.
Table 55: General faults
11.2 No regulation in AUTO mode

Device control commands have no Local/Remote switch in motor-drive Check operating mode. Correct if necessary.
effect. unit switched to LOCAL.
No connection Check wiring as per connection diagram.
Automatic voltage regulation is Limit value with auto blocking or Check parameters. Correct if necessary.
blocked. auto/manual blocking behavior has
– ALARM LED lights up in accor- been exceeded.
dance with event configuration
The switching direction monitoring Check cause of event and then acknowledge event.
and a corresponding event is ac-
has recorded a malfunction and trig-
tive.
gered the associated event.
The motor protective switch has Check what caused the motor protective switch to
triggered. Motor protective switch trigger and engage motor protective switch if neces-
event active. sary.
Automatic voltage regulation is Signal at "Block automatic voltage Check signal source.
blocked. regulation" input.
Target-tap-position operation active Check configuration of target-tap-position operation

function. If necessary, remedy cause.
"Blocking" function is linked to a dig- Check signal source or control system. If necessary,
ital input or control system message. reset.
Automatic voltage regulation is Voltage measurement incorrect Check voltage measurement.

blocked.
– Measured voltage too low
(< 30 V)
Bandwidth set too high - Determine the recommended bandwidth.
7817454/09 EN Fault elimination 129

Parallel operation active. Device is follower in parallel opera- No error. If necessary, deactivate parallel operation.
tion.
CAN bus communication failure "Auto blocking" behavior is set. Check configuration.
Table 56: No regulation in AUTO mode
11.3 Unwanted on-load tap-change operation

Characteristics/detail Cause Remedy
Compensation activated Setting: Check parameters.

– R-X compensation Correct if necessary.
– Z compensation
Table 57: Unexplained tap change
11.4 Human-machine interface

Display Power supply interrupted. Check the power supply.

– No display.
Fuse faulty. Contact Maschinenfabrik Reinhausen.
Connection cannot be established Connection cable defective. Check connection cable.

with visualization
SSL encryption active. Accept SSL certificate in browser.
Call up IP address using https://.
Deactivate SSL encryption.
PC not in same subnet as visualiza- Check the setting of IP addresses of the device and
tion. PC and correct if necessary.
Incorrect display of visualization in Access to the visualization using a Delete the web browser's cache.
the web browser. web browser after a software up-
date.
Table 58: Human-machine interface
11.5 Incorrect measured values

Measured voltage Connection has no contact in the Check the wiring and plug terminal.
– No measured value available. plug terminal.
Insulation trapped.
Wire is not inserted far enough.
Miniature circuit breaker has tripped. Check the fuse.
Measured voltage Voltage drop on the measuring line. Check the measured voltage.
– Measured value too low
130 Fault elimination 7817454/09 EN

Measured voltage Possible sources of interference: Check the measured voltage.

– Measured value fluctuates – Cables laid in parallel.
Increase the distance from the source of interfer-
– Tap-change operations.
ence.
Install a filter if necessary.
Measured current Line to the current transformer inter- Check wiring.

– No measured value rupted.
Short-circuiting jumper in current Remove the short-circuiting jumper.

transformer is not removed.
Measured current Current transformer not correctly Correct parameterization.

– Measured value too high parameterized.
– Measured value too low
Table 59: Incorrect measured values
11.6 Parallel operation faults

Problem with CAN bus. Device incorrectly connected. Check connections.

– Device not listed. Connect as shown in connection diagram.
Devices have the same CAN bus ad- Set different CAN bus addresses.
dresses.
CAN bus address of device set to Set CAN bus address (anything but 0).
"0".
Problem with parallel operation. Different parallel operation methods Check configuration.
set for devices in the parallel opera-
tion group.
Problem with master/follower paral- More than 1 device is configured as Check configuration.
lel operation method. master in the parallel operation
group.
No device configured as master in Check configuration.

the parallel operation group.
Invalid tap position of master or fol- Check tap position.

lower. Check wiring. Connect as shown in connection dia-
gram.
Problem with master/follower paral- Master and followers have different Check tap position capture or check why the tap-
lel operation method: tap positions. change operation has not been undertaken (e.g. me-
– Master/follower switching char- chanical defect), then perform one of the following
acteristics is "in synch". steps:
– Manually correct the master's tap position.
– Restart master.
– Set master/follower switching characteristics to
"sequential".
– Change master device to follower and define a
different device as the master.

Problem with circulating reactive Circulating reactive current cannot Check wiring. Connect as shown in connection dia-
current minimization parallel opera- be calculated. gram.
tion method.
Circulating reactive current blocking Check configuration.
limit exceeded.
Table 60: Parallel operation faults
11.7 Tap position capture incorrect

Position indicator incorrect. Incorrect wiring. Check wiring.

– Leading sign incorrect. Connect as shown in the connection diagram.
Minimum value of the analog input Check parameters.

signal not configured correctly.
Position indicator incorrect. Interference. Shield the line.

– Display fluctuates.
Increase the distance from the source of interfer-
ence.
Lay interference lines separately.
Route the signal in separate lines (filter, shielded

lines).
No position indicator. No measurement signal. Connect the signal as shown in the connection dia-
– "- -" is displayed. No L- for digital input. gram.
Check wiring.
Connect as shown in the connection diagram.
Tap position capture over resistor Faulty calibration. Calibrate the tap position capture over resistor con-
contact series faulty. tact series.
Modified contact resistance values Calibrate the tap position capture over resistor con-
of the resistor contact series (e.g. tact series.
due to weather or age).
Table 61: Tap position capture
11.8 Other faults

If you cannot resolve a problem, please contact Maschinenfabrik Reinhausen.
Please have the following data ready:
– Serial number
– Nameplate
– Software version [►Section 9.1.17, Page 85]
Please provide answers to the following questions:

– Has the software been updated?
– Has there previously been a problem with this device?
– Have you previously contacted Maschinenfabrik Reinhausen about this is-
sue? If yes, then who was the contact?
132 Fault elimination 7817454/09 EN

Technical Service
Technical Service
Postfach 12 03 60
93025 Regensburg
Germany
Phone: +49 94140 90-0
Email: [email protected]
Internet: www.reinhausen.com
You will find an overview of the services available for the product in the cus-
tomer portal: https://portal.reinhausen.com

12 Disposal
Observe the national requirements applicable in the country of use.
134 Disposal 7817454/09 EN

13 Technical data
13.1 Display elements

Display 5″ TFT colour display
LEDs 3 LEDs for operation display and messages

– POWER, AVR STATUS, ALARM
– RAISE, LOWER, AUTO, MANUAL, REMOTE
13.2 Materials
TAPCON® 230
Front Aluminum, plastic
Tray/rear Stainless steel
Housing (optional) Plastic
13.3 Dimensions
TAPCON® 230 218 mm x 324 mm x 130 mm (8.58 in x 12.76 in x 5.12 in)
WxHxD (without mating connector)
Mating connector 20 mm (0.79 in)
TAPCON® 230 with housing Overall: 500 mm x 500 mm x 300 mm (19.69 in x 19.69 in x
(optional) W x H x D 11.81 in)
Height with wall bracket: 521.3 mm (20.52 in)
13.4 Power supply

Permissible voltage range 85 to 265 V AC / V DC
UN: 100...240 V AC
UN: 100...240 V DC
Max. nominal power consumption 25 W
Permissible frequency range 50/60 Hz
Overvoltage category OC III
Surge test voltage 5 kV, 1.2 µs/50 µs (IEC 60255-27)
Internal fuse 250 V AC, 1.25 A, 5 x 20 mm, T characteristic

(slow acting), breaking capacity H (min.
1,500 A), operating temperature -30°C…
+100°C)
Table 62: Power supply
7817454/09 EN Technical data 135

Interface Pin Description
2 L
1 N
Table 63: Connection X9
Auxiliary power supply AUX DC DI 110 V DC for digital inputs
The auxiliary power supply is used exclusively for the acquisition of up to 16

i floating contacts.
Output voltage UN: 110 V DC ± 2% (short-circuit proof)
Max. output power 5W
Overvoltage category OC III
Surge test voltage 5 kV, 1.2 µs/50 µs (IEC 60255-27)
Fuse 250 V AC, 0.08 A, 5 x 20 mm, TT character-

istic (very slow acting), breaking capacity L
(min. 35 A), operating temperature -30°C…
+85°C)
Table 64: Auxiliary power supply
2 L
1 N
Table 65: Connection X8
13.5 Voltage measurement and current measure-

ment
Voltage measurement
Measuring range 20...197 V AC
Nominal voltage UN 100 V AC
Accuracy < ±0.3% x UN in the operating temperature range
Measurement category CAT III at an altitude of 3,000 m

(IEC 61010-2-30)
Continuous overvoltage 550 V AC
Surge test voltage 5 kV, 1.2 µs / 50 µs (IEC 60255-27)
136 Technical data 7817454/09 EN

Current measurement
Frequency 45…65 Hz
Nominal current IN 1 A or 5 A (switchable)
Accuracy < ±0.5% x IN in the operating temperature range
Load resistance < 0.1 VA
Overload capability continuous 20 A (IEC 60255-27)
Overload capacity short-term 500 A / 1 s
Surge test voltage 5 kV, 1.2 µs / 50 µs (IEC 60255-27)
4 N VT (UN: 100/230/400 V AC)
3 L VT
2 I CT
1 k CT
Table 66: Connection UI:X7
13.6 Central processing unit

Processor ARM Cortex A9 processor 800 MHz
RAM 512 MB
NVRAM (SRAM with battery 256 kB

backup)
Application memory 2 GB
Digital relay outputs 2; galvanically isolated
Nominal voltage DC 24/48/60 V
Max. continuous current 1 A (ohmic load)
Max. switching capacity 30 W
Rated impulse voltage 2.0 kV
Response behavior of the watchdog/error relay:

Error relay Watchdog relay
Power off OFF OFF
Startup ON OFF
Ready (no error pending) OFF ON
Ready (pending error) ON ON

ON: Relay is energized
OFF: Relay is de-energized

Interfaces
6 ER_NO
5 ER_NC
4 ER_COM
3 WD_NO
2 WD_NC
1 WD_COM
Table 67: Plug terminal CPU:X1
Interface X2, X3 Pin Description
8 NC
7 NC
6 RXD-
5 NC
4 NC
3 RXD+
2 TXD-
1 TXD+
Table 68: Ethernet interface CPU:X2/X3
Interface X4 Pin Description
8 NC
7 NC
6 GND
5 NC
4 NC
3 NC
2 TXD+/RXD+
1 TXD-/RXD-
Table 69: Serial interface RS485 CPU:X4
Interface X5 Pin Description
8 DTR (O)
7 DCD (I)
6 GND
5 RXD (I)
4 TXD (O)
3 VCC/OUT
5 V/12 V
2 RTS (O)
1 CTS (I)
Table 70: Serial interface RS232 CPU:X5

13.7 Digital inputs
DI 16-110 V DI 16-220 V
Inputs (plug-based electrical 2x8

isolation)
Nominal voltage 110 V DC 220 V DC
Max. operating voltage 143 V DC 253 V DC

253 VAC
Logical 0 ≤ 55 V DC ≤ 110 V
Logical 1 ≥ 82.5 V DC ≥ 165 V
Input current 0.9 mA 0.6 mA
Simultaneity factor Max. 13 inputs

(at 65 °C ambient tempera-
ture)
Table 71: DI 16-110 V and DI 16-220 V technical data
10 Common reference (common)

10
9
8
8 Input 7
7 7 Input 6
6
6 Input 5
5
4 5 Input 4
3
4 Input 3
2
3 Input 2
1
2 Input 1
1 Input 0
Table 72: Connector X1 (group 0)

10
9
8
8 Input 17
7 7 Input 16
6
6 Input 15
5
4 5 Input 14
3
4 Input 13
2
3 Input 12
1
2 Input 11
1 Input 10

13.8 Digital outputs
DO 8
Outputs (plug-based electrical isolation) 8 relays

4 groups per module
Switching voltage DC: 24 V, 48 V, 60 V, 110 V, 220 V

AC: 110 V, 230 V
Contact load capacity Min.: 5 V DC, 10 mA

Max. DC: See diagram
Max. AC: 250 V; 3 A (8 active outputs) or 5 A
(4 active outputs)
Table 74: DO 8 assembly technical data
300
100
Ohmic load
50
U 40
30
20
10
0.1 0.2 0.5 1 2 5 10 A 20
I
Figure 81: Contact load capacity of digital outputs with resistive load
CAUTION Electric shock!

The outputs of the DO assembly have plug-based electrical isolation. A mix-
ture of voltage ranges (e.g. extra low voltage and low voltage) or various
phases within a plug can lower the protection against electric shock.
Use the same voltage ranges within a plug.
Use the same phase within a plug.
4 Common reference (common) output 1

4
3
2
2 Output 1
1 1 Output 0


4
3
2
2 Output 3
1 1 Output 2

4
3
2
2 Output 5
1 1 Output 4

4
3
2
2 Output 7
1 1 Output 6
13.9 Analog inputs

AI 4
Inputs (electrically isolated) 4x1
Measuring range 0…20 mA, overcurrent approx. 20%

0…10 V, overvoltage approx. 30%
Accuracy 0.15% at 25 °C
Current
0.2% at 0…50 °C
0.3% at -20…70 °C
0.4% at -40…70 °C
Voltage
0.4% at 0…50 °C
0.5% at -20…70 °C
0.6% at -40…70 °C
Input impedance 52 Ω at 0…20 mA

20.5 kΩ at 0…10 V
Table 79: AI 4 assembly technical data

4 V0 U- voltage input
4
3 V0 I- current input
3
2
2 V0 I+ current output
1 1 V0 U+ voltage output
4
3
2
4
3
2
4
3
2
13.10 Communication interfaces

Description Assembly for converting interfaces and media
Interfaces 1x RS232/RS485 (RJ45): COM X1

2x Ethernet (RJ45): COM X2, COM X5
1x RS232 (D-SUB): COM X3
1x duplex LC (SFP): COM X4
1x plug terminal 10-pin: COM X6
COM X1 Internal system interface for connecting the COM

X6 interface to the central processing unit (CPU)
COM X2 Internal system interface for connection the front

interface to the central processing unit (CPU)

COM X3 Serial SCADA interface RS232
– 9-pin D-SUB connector
COM X4 SFP module for converting Ethernet (RJ45) to fiber-

optic cable for SCADA
– Max. 2,000 m
– 100 Mbps
– Light-emitting diode: class 1
– Wave length: 1,310 nm
– Max. optical output power: <1 mW (in accor-
dance with IEC 60825-1:2014)
COM X5 Ethernet connection for SCADA, connection to

CPU-X2
COM X6 10-pin plug terminal

– Tap position capture via resistor contact series
– CAN bus
– Serial SCADA interface RS485
– Electrically isolated
1 CTS (I) (RS232); TXD-/RXD- (RS485)
2 RTS (O) (RS232); TXD+/RXD+ (RS485)
3 VCC/OUT 5 V/12 V (RS232)
4 TXD (O) (RS232)
5 RXD (I) (RS232)
6 GND
7 DCD (I) (RS232)
8 DTR (O) (RS232)

Table 84: COM X1 (RS232/RS485)
1 TxD+
2 TxD-
3 RxD+
4 NC
5 NC
6 RxD-
7 NC
8 NC
Table 85: COM X2, COM X5 (RJ45)

2 RxD
3 TxD
5 GND
Table 86: COM X3 (RS232)
Interface Description
Fiber glass 50/125 and 62.5/125 multimode
Table 87: COM X4 (duplex LC SFP)
1 GND (resistor contact series)

10
2 I out (resistor contact series)
9
8
3 U+ in (resistor contact series)
7 4 U- in (resistor contact series)

6
5 Data- (RS485)
5
4 6 GND (RS485)
3
7 Data+ (RS485)
2
8 CAN L (CAN bus)
1
9 CAN GND (CAN bus)
10 CAN H (CAN bus)

Table 88: COM X6
13.11 Tap position capture / resistor contact series

Electrical isolation Test voltage power-frequency withstand voltage:
500 Veff; 50 Hz; 1 min
Tap position capture 35 tap positions, 2,000 ohms
13.12 Ambient conditions

Operating temperature -25...+70 °C
Storage temperature -30...+85°C (with battery)
Relative humidity 5...95%, non-condensing
Contamination level 2
Protection class I

Degree of protection Front: IP54
Rear: IP20
With optional housing: IP56
Maximum installation alti- 3000 m above mean sea level

tude
Minimum clearance to other Above/below: 88.9 mm (3.5 in; equivalent to 2 RU), behind
devices / control cabinet 30 mm (1.2 in)
Table 89: Permissible ambient conditions
13.13 Standards and directives

Electromagnetic compatibility IEC 61000-6-2, IEC 61000-6-4,
IEC 61000-6-5
EN 60255-26
KN 61000-6-2, KN 61000-6-4
FCC 47 CFR Part 15 B
ICES-003
Electrical safety IEC 61010-1

IEC 61010-2-201
IEC 61010-2-030
EN 61010-1
UL 61010-1
CAN/CSA-C22.2 No. 61010-1
Measurement relays and protective devices IEC 60255-1:2009 Section 6.10.1, 6.10.2 and
6.10.4
IEC 60255-27:2013 Section 10.6.4.2,
10.6.4.3, 10.6.4.4 and 10.6.5.3
Climatic ambient conditions IEC 60068-2-1 (-25°C; 96 h) cold

IEC 60068-2-2 (+70°C; 96 h) dry heat
IEC 60068-2-78 (+40°C / 93% rH, 96 h)
moist heat, constant
IEC 60068-2-30 (+55°C, 6 cycles 12 +
12 hours) moist heat, cyclical
Degree of protection test IEC 60529
Environmental durability tests IEC 60255-21-1 vibrations class 1 (3 cycles,

0.5g acceleration, 1 octave/min or 60 cycles,
1.0g acceleration, 1 octave/min)
IEC 60255-21-2 shock class 1 (duration 11 ms,

5g or 15g acceleration, number of axes 3)
IEC 60255-21-3 seismic class 1 (frequency 1–

35 Hz, 3.5 mm/1g acceleration horizontal,
1.5 mm/0.5g acceleration vertical, 1 octave/
min, duration 10 min/axis)
IEC 60068-2-6 Vibration sinusodial
IEC 60068-2-27 shock

Table 90: Standards and directives

13.14 Connection diagrams
Also refer to
2 TAPCON® 230 Expert (DI 16-110 V) [► 147]
2 TAPCON® 230 Expert (DI 16-220 V) [► 150]

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12
A TAPCON® 230 - EXPERT A
POWER SUPPLY CENTRAL PROCESSING UNIT
COM
COM
NC
NO
NC
NO
B B
AC/DC
DIGITAL OUTPUTS DO 8-1 DIGITAL INPUTS DI 16-110V
D
X1 X2 X3 X4
A
DC
C C
D D
Fuer diese technische Unterlage behalten wir uns gemaess
FUNCTION MONITORING
DIN 34 Abschnitt 2.1 und 2.2 alle Rechte vor.
AUX DC OUT 110V DC
AUTO. / MANUAL
85 ... 265V AC/DC
WATCHDOG
STATUS OK
Un = 100V AC
MANUAL
LOWER
LOWER
ERROR
BCD 10
BCD 20
AUTO.
RAISE
RAISE
E
BCD 1
BCD 2
BCD 4
BCD 8
E
COM
COM
COM
COM
GPO
GPO
GPO
GPI
GPI
GPI
GPI
GPI
GPI
0 - 5A
PE X9 1 2 X8 1 2 X7 3 4 1 2 X1 1 3 2 4 X2 1 3 2 4 X3 1 3 2 4 X4 1 3 2 4 X1 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 X2 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 X1 1 2 3 4 5 6
- +
N (L-)
L1 (L+)
F F
MOTOR DRIVE UNIT
PE
L1
G 1U G
1V
L+
L-
110V DC
1W
DO NOT MODIFY MANUALLY
DRAWING BY CAD
H H
DATE 22.01.2021 LANGUAGE: PROJECT: =
02 X7,X1,X6 connection 01.10.21 LAINER BECK +
01 BCD Signal 30.06.21 KAHN
EXEC.
VERIFIED AP TAPCON® 230 EXPERT EN SHEET 1
NO. MODIFICATION DATE NAME STANDARD ORIGIN. REPL. REPL.BY
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1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12
CENTRAL PROCESSING UNIT COM
B B
DIGITAL OUTPUTS DO 8-2 ANALOG INPUTS AI 4

X1 X2 X3 X4 D D D D
A A A A
C C
POSITION TRANSMITTER MODULE, RESISTOR-TYPE

D D
DESIRED VALUE
TAP POSITION
GPAI
CAN H
GPO
GPO
GPO
GPO
GPO
GPO
GPO
GPO
CAN L
U+ in
GND
U- in
GND
I out
U+
U+
U+
U+
U- E
U-
U-
U-
I+
I+
I+
I+
E
I-
I-
I-
I-
X1 1 3 2 4 X2 1 3 2 4 X3 1 3 2 4 X4 1 3 2 4 X1 1 2 3 4 X2 1 2 3 4 X3 1 2 3 4 X4 1 2 3 4 COM - X6 1 2 3 4 8 9 10
120 Ω
F F
0%
(II)
100%
TAP POSITION
POSITION TRANSMITTER
G MODULE, RESISTOR-TYPE G
(III)
120 Ω
CAN
DRAWING BY CAD
BUS
H H
EXEC.
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1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12
A A
CUSTOMER COM CPU
VISU / SERVICE
FRONT
RJ45
RJ45
X3
X2
B B
RJ45
X3
RJ45
SCADA ETHERNET
C C
LC 1310nm
RJ45
X2
X5
X4
RJ45
RJ45
X2
D D
SCADA SERIAL
PIN SIGNAL
2 RxD
3 TxD
5 GND RS232
X5
RJ45
X3
X1
E E
PIN SIGNAL
5 Data -
6 GND
RS485
RJ45
X4
7 Data +
X1
X6
F F
G G
DRAWING BY CAD
H H
EXEC.
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1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12
POWER SUPPLY CENTRAL PROCESSING UNIT
COM
COM
NC
NO
NC
NO
B B
AC/DC
DIGITAL OUTPUTS DO 8-1 DIGITAL INPUTS DI 16-220V
D
X1 X2 X3 X4
A
DC
C C
D D
FUNCTION MONITORING
AUX DC OUT 110V DC
AUTO. / MANUAL
85 ... 265V AC/DC
WATCHDOG
STATUS OK
Un = 100V AC
MANUAL
LOWER
LOWER
ERROR
BCD 10
BCD 20
AUTO.
RAISE
RAISE
E
BCD 1
BCD 2
BCD 4
BCD 8
E
COM
COM
COM
COM
GPO
GPO
GPO
GPI
GPI
GPI
GPI
GPI
GPI
0 - 5A
PE X9 1 2 X8 1 2 X7 3 4 1 2 X1 1 3 2 4 X2 1 3 2 4 X3 1 3 2 4 X4 1 3 2 4 X1 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 X2 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 X1 1 2 3 4 5 6
- +
N (L-)
L1 (L+)
F F
MOTOR DRIVE UNIT
PE
L1
G 1U G
1V
L+
L-
220V DC
1W
DRAWING BY CAD
H H
BECK +
EXEC.
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1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12
CENTRAL PROCESSING UNIT COM
B B
DIGITAL OUTPUTS DO 8-2 ANALOG INPUTS AI 4

X1 X2 X3 X4 D D D D
A A A A
C C
POSITION TRANSMITTER MODULE, RESISTOR-TYPE

D D
DESIRED VALUE
TAP POSITION
GPAI
CAN H
GPO
GPO
GPO
GPO
GPO
GPO
GPO
GPO
CAN L
U+ in
GND
U- in
GND
I out
U+
U+
U+
U+
U- E
U-
U-
U-
I+
I+
I+
I+
E
I-
I-
I-
I-
X1 1 3 2 4 X2 1 3 2 4 X3 1 3 2 4 X4 1 3 2 4 X1 1 2 3 4 X2 1 2 3 4 X3 1 2 3 4 X4 1 2 3 4 COM - X6 1 2 3 4 8 9 10
120 Ω
F F
0%
(II)
100%
TAP POSITION
POSITION TRANSMITTER
G MODULE, RESISTOR-TYPE G
(III)
120 Ω
CAN
DRAWING BY CAD
BUS
H H
BECK +
EXEC.
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1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12
A A
CUSTOMER COM CPU
VISU / SERVICE
FRONT
RJ45
RJ45
X3
X2
B B
RJ45
X3
RJ45
SCADA ETHERNET
C C
LC 1310nm
RJ45
X2
X5
X4
RJ45
RJ45
X2
D D
SCADA SERIAL
PIN SIGNAL
2 RxD
3 TxD
5 GND RS232
X5
RJ45
X3
X1
E E
PIN SIGNAL
5 Data -
6 GND
RS485
RJ45
X4
7 Data +
X1
X6
F F
G G
DRAWING BY CAD
H H
BECK +
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Glossary
EMC
Electromagnetic compatibility
GPI
General Purpose Input
GPO
General Purpose Output
ICD
IED Capability Description
IP
Internet Protocol
OF
Abbreviation for fiber-optic cable
SCADA
Technical processes are monitored and controlled using
a computer system (Supervisory Control and Data Acqui-
sition)
SNMP
SNMP (Simple Network Management Protocol) is a pro-
tocol for managing network devices.
SNTP
NTP (Network Time Protocol) is a standard for synchro-
nizing clocks in computer systems using packet-based
communication networks. SNTP (Simple Network Time
Protocol) is the simplified version of NTP.
TDSC
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3 IT security ................................................... 12 7 Initial steps ................................................ 49

7817454/09 EN Table of contents 3

10 Maintenance and care ............................. 126

11 Fault elimination...................................... 129

13 Technical data ......................................... 135

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1.4 Notation conventions

1.4.1 Hazard communication system

Warnings in this technical file are displayed as follows.

WARNING Type of danger!

1.4.1.2 Embedded warning information

DANGER! Instruction for avoiding a dangerous situation.

1.4.1.3 Signal words in warning notices

WARNING Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in

NOTICE Indicates measures to be taken to prevent damage to property.

1.4.2 Information system

Information is designed to simplify and improve understanding of particular

This technical file contains single-step and multi-step instructions.

1.4.4 Typographic conventions

Typographic convention Purpose Example

UPPERCASE Operating controls, switches ON/OFF

[Brackets] PC keyboard [Ctrl] + [Alt]

Bold Software operating controls Press Continue button

…>…>… Menu paths Parameter > Control parameter

[► Number of pages] Cross reference [► Page 41].

Table 2: Typographic conventions used in this technical file

2.1 Appropriate use

If used as intended, in compliance with the requirements and conditions speci-

The following is considered intended use:

2.2 Inappropriate use

Personal protective equipment

Working during operation

Invisible laser radiation

Working with current transformers

Handling electrical components

Modifications and conversions

2.4 Personnel qualification

Electrically skilled person

Electrically trained persons

2.5 Personal protective equipment

Hearing protection To protect against hearing damage.

Protective gloves To protect against mechanical, thermal, and electrical haz-

X2 TCP 102 IEC 61850

X2 TCP 502 Modbus 1

X2 TCP 20000 DNP3 1

X2 TCP 2404 IEC 60870-5-104 1

X3 TCP 80 HTTP for web-based visualization 2

X3 TCP 443 HTTPS for web-based visualization

X3 TCP 22 SSH server 3

X4 - - Serial interface (SCADA)

X5 - - Serial interface (SCADA)

3.5 Encryption standards

Key exchange Authentication Encryption Key length Operating Hash function

TLS ECDHE RSA WITH AES 128 CBC SHA

ECDHE ECDSA GCM SHA256

ECDH 256 CBC SHA

Table 5: Cipher suite