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RediStart
TM
Solid State Starter

SEP
Synchronous Control
MX SEP Models
User Manual
890040-01-01
Hardware Version: 300063-01
Software Version: 810027-01-08
© 2015 Benshaw Inc.
Benshaw retains the right to change specifications and illustrations in text without prior notification.
The contents of this document may not be copied without the explicit permission of Benshaw.
ADVANCED CONTROLS & DRIVES

Important Reader Notice
Congratulations on the purchase of your new Benshaw MX2 SEP Controller. This
manual contains the information to install and program the MX2 SEP Controller.
This manual may not cover all of the applications for the MX2 SEP. Also, it may not
provide information on every possible contingency concerning installation,
programming, operation, or maintenance specific to the MX2 SEP Controller.
The content of this manual will not modify any prior agreement, commitment or
relationship between the customer and Benshaw. The sales contract contains the
entire obligation of Benshaw. The warranty enclosed within the contract between the
parties is the only warranty that Benshaw will recognize and any statements
contained herein do not create new warranties or modify the existing warranty in any
way.
Any electrical or mechanical modifications to Benshaw products without prior written

consent of Benshaw will void all warranties, and may also void UL listings or other
safety certifications. Unauthorized modifications may result in product damage,
operation malfunctions, or personal injury.
Incorrect handling of the controller may result with an unexpected fault or damage to
the controller. For best results on operating the MX2 SEP, carefully read this manual,
and all warning labels attached to the controller before installation and operation.
Keep this manual on hand for reference.
Do not attempt to install, operate, maintain or inspect the controller until you have
thoroughly read this manual and related documents carefully and can use the
equipment correctly. Do not use the controller until you have a full knowledge of the
equipment, safety procedures and instructions. This instruction manual classifies
safety instruction levels under “WARNING” or “CAUTION”.
WARNING: Indicates situations in which a high voltage can cause physical

injury, or death.
CAUTION: Indicates situations in which damage to equipment may occur.
NOTE: Marks an important point in the documentation.
Please follow the instructions of both safety levels as they are important to personal
safety and equipment protection.
High Voltage Motor control equipment and electronic controllers are connected to hazardous line
voltages. When servicing starters and electronic controllers, there may be exposed
components with housings or protrusions at or above line potential. Extreme care
should be taken to protect against shock.
Stand on an insulating pad and make it a habit to use only one hand when checking
components. Always work with another person in case an emergency occurs.
Disconnect power before checking controllers or performing maintenance. Be sure
equipment is properly grounded. Wear safety glasses whenever working on
electronic controllers or rotating machinery.
Trademark Notice Benshaw and are registered trademarks of Benshaw Incorporated. UL

is a trademark of Underwriters Laboratories, Incorporated.
RediStart MX 2 - SEP Synchronous Controller User Manual
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
Electric Shock • This controller contains high voltage which can cause electric shock resulting in personal injury or loss of life.
Prevention • Do not open the front cover while power is on or the controller is running.
• Be sure all AC power is removed from the controller before servicing.
• More than one disconnect switch may be required to de-energize the equipment before servicing.
• Do not connect or disconnect the wires to or from the controller when power is applied.
• Make sure ground connection is in place.
• Always install the controller before wiring.
• Apply appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) and follow safe electrical work practices. See NFPA
70E.
Injury • Service must be performed by qualified personnel only.

Prevention • Ensure that the power-up restart feature is off to prevent any unexpected operation of the motor.
• Make certain proper shield installation is in place.
• Apply only the voltage specified in this manual to the terminals to prevent damage.
Transportation • To prevent injury, use proper lifting gear when carrying products.
and Installation • Ensure that the installation position and materials can withstand the weight of the controller. Refer to the
installation information in this manual for correct installation.
• If parts are missing, or the synchronous controller is damaged, do not operate the MX2 SEP.
• Do not stand or rest heavy objects on the controller, as equipment damage may result.
• Do not subject the controller to impact or dropping.
• Make certain to prevent screws, wire fragments, conductive bodies, oil or other flammable substances from
entering the synchronous controller.
Trial Run • Check all parameters, and ensure that the application will not be damaged by a sudden start-up.
Emergency Stop • To prevent the machine and equipment from hazardous conditions if the controller fails, provide a safety
backup such as an emergency brake.
Disposal • Never dispose of electrical components via incineration. Contact your state environmental agency for details
on disposal of electrical components and packaging in your area.
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Table of Contents
Table of Contents
1 - INTRODUCTION
Using This Manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Benshaw Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
General Overview of a Synchronous Field Controller. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
2 - TECHNICALSPECIFICATIONS
2.1 General Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
2.2 Electrical Ratings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
2.2.1 Terminal Points and Functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
2.2.2 Measurements and Accuracies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
2.2.3 List of Motor Protection Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
2.3 Environmental Conditions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
2.4 Altitude Derating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
2.5 Approvals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
2.6 Certificate of Compliance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
3 - INSTALLATION
3.1 Before You Start . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
3.1.1 Installation Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
3.1.2 General Considerations. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
3.1.2 Safety Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
3.2 Installation Considerations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
3.2.1 Site Preparation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
3.2.2 EMC Installation Guidelines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
3.2.3 Application Considerations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
3.3 Mounting Considerations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
3.4 Wiring Considerations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
3.4.1 Wiring Practices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
3.4.2 Considerations for Control and Power Wiring . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
3.4.3 Considerations for Signal Wiring . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
3.4.4 Meggering a Motor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
3.4.5 High Pot Testing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
3.5 Power and Control Drawings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
3.5.1 MX2 ATL Synchronous Brushtype (Field Control) Solid State . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
3.5.2 MX2 ATL Synchronous Brushtype with contactors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
3.5.3 MX2 ATL Synchronous Brushless . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
3.5.4 MX2 Synchronous with Power Factor Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
3.6 Power Wiring Input Line Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
3.6.1 Recommended Incoming Line Protection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
3.6.2 Recommended Wire Gauges . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
3.6.3 Power Wire Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
3.6.4 Compression Lugs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
3.6.5 Torque Requirements for Power Wiring Terminations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
3.7 Control Card Layout . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Control Card Layout (with Communication Card for Power Factor Control) . . . . . . . . . 30
3.8 Control Wiring. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
3.8.1 Control Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
3.8.2 Output Relays . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
3.8.3 Digital Input . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
3.8.4 Analog Output . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
3.8.5 SW1 DIP Switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
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3.9 Remote LCD Keypad/Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34
3.9.1 Remote Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
3.9.2 Display Cutout . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
3.9.3 Installing Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
4 - KEYPAD OPERATION
4.1 Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37
4.2 Standard Keypad and Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37
4.3 Viewing Parameter Values for the Standard Keypad . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37
4.4 Changing Parameter Values . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38
4.5 Messages Displayed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39
4.5.1 Power Up . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
4.5.2 Stopped. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
4.5.3 Running. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
4.5.4 Alarm Condition . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
4.5.5 Lockout Condition . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
4.5.6 Faulted Condition . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
4.5.7 Quick Meters. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
4.6 Jump Code . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .42
4.7 Restoring Factory Parameter Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .42
4.8 Resetting a Fault . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .42
4.9 Remote LCD Keypad and Display. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .43
4.10 Description of the LEDs on the Keypad. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .43
4.11 Description of the Keys on the Remote LCD Keypad . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44
4.12 Alphanumeric Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45
4.12.1 Power Up Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
4.12.2 Operate Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
4.12.3 Parameter Group Screens . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
4.12.4 Meter Pages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
4.12.5 Fault Log Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
4.12.6 Fault Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
4.12.7 Lockout Screens . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
4.12.8 Alarm Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
4.13 Procedure for Setting Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .50
5 - PARAMETER GROUPS
5.1 Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .53
5.2 LED / LCD Parameter Cross-Reference . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .54
5.3 Parameter Tables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .55
5.3.1 Quick Start Group . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
5.3.2 Control Function Group . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
5.3.3 Protection Group . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56
5.3.4 I/O Group . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
5.3.5 Function Group . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58
5.3.6 LCD / LED Fault Groups . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58
6 - PARAMETER DESCRIPTIONS
6.1 Parameter Descriptions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .59
Quick Start Group . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60
Control Function Group . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63
Protection Group . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67
I/O Group . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77
Function Group . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81
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7 - THEORY OF OPERATION
7.1 Control Modes of Synchronous Motor Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 89
7.1.1 Brush Type (Field Control) Synchronous Motor Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 89
7.1.2 Brushless Type Synchronous Motor Operation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90
7.1.3 Current Follower . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90
7.1.4 Closed Loop Power Factor Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91
7.2 Hall Effect Current Sensor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92
7.2.1 Analog Input . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92
7.3 Simplified I/O Schematics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94
7.4 Remote Modbus Communications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95
7.4.1 Supported Commands . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95
7.4.2 Modbus Register Addresses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95
7.4.3 Cable Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95
7.4.4 Terminating Resistors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95
7.4.5 Grounding . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96
7.4.6 Shielding . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96
7.4.7 Wiring . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96
7.5 Dynamic Braking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97
8 - TROUBLESHOOTING & MAINTENANCE

8.1 Safety Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99
8.2 Preventive Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99
8.2.1 General Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99
8.2.2 Preventive Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99
8.3 General Troubleshooting Charts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100
8.3.1 Motor does not start, no output to motor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100
8.3.2 During starting, motor rotates but does not reach full speed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100
8.3.3 Motor stops unexpectedly while running . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100
8.3.4 Metering incorrect (Hall Effect) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101
8.3.5 Other Situations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101
8.4 Fault Code Table . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 102
8.5 SCR Testing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 106
8.5.1 Resistance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 106
8.5.2 Voltage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 106
8.6 Field Discharge Resistor Sizing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 106
8.7 Built-In Self Test (BIST) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 107
8.7.1 Powered BIST Tests . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 107
8.7.2 BIST Programming / Test Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 108
8.8 SCR Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 109
8.8.1 Typical Stack Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 109
8.8.2 SCR Removal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 109
8.8.3 SCR Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 109
8.8.4 SCR Clamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 110
8.8.5 Tightening the Clamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 110
8.8.6 Testing the SCR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 110
APPENDIX A - ALARM CODES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 111
APPENDIX B - FAULT CODES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 113
APPENDIX C - REPLACEMENT PARTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 115
APPENDIX D - EU DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 117
APPENDIX E - MODBUS REGISTER MAP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 119
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1 - Introduction
Using This Manual
Layout This manual is divided into 9 sections. Each section contains topics related to the section. The sections are as
follows:
• Introduction
• Technical Specifications
• Installation
• Keypad Operation
• Parameter Groups
• Parameter Descriptions
• Theory of Operation
• Troubleshooting & Maintenance
• Appendices
Notations There are 3 notations used in this manual to highlight important information. These notations appear as the
following:
WARNING: Indicates situations in which high voltages can cause physical injury, or death.
CAUTION: Indicates situations in which damage to equipment may occur.
NOTE: Marks an important point in the documentation.
WARNING: HAZARD OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, EXPLOSION, OR ARC FLASH
• Only qualified personnel familiar with low or medium voltage equipment are to perform work described in this
set of instructions.
• Apply appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) and follow safe electrical work practices. See NFPA
70E.
• Turn off all power before working on or inside equipment.
• Use a properly rated voltage sensing device to confirm that the power is off.
• Before performing visual inspections, tests, or maintenance on the equipment, disconnect all sources of
electric power. Assume that circuits are live until they have been completely de-energized, tested, and
tagged. Pay particular attention to the design of the power system. Consider all sources of power, including
the possibility of backfeeding.
• Replace all devices, doors, and covers before turning on power to this equipment.
Failure to follow these instructions may result in death or serious injury
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Benshaw Services
General Benshaw offers its customers the following:

Information
• Start-up services
• On-site training services
• Technical support
• Detailed documentation
• Replacement parts
NOTE: Information about products and services is available by contacting Benshaw, refer to Page 11.
Start-Up Benshaw technical field support personnel are available to customers with the initial start-up of the MX2 SEP
Services Controller. Information about start-up services and fees are available by contacting Benshaw.
On-Site Training Benshaw technical field support personnel are available to conduct on-site training on MX2 SEP operations and
Services troubleshooting.
Technical Benshaw technical support personnel are available at no charge to answer customer questions, and provide
Support technical support over the telephone. For more information about contacting technical support personnel, refer
to Page 11.
Documentation Benshaw provides all customers with:

• Operations manual.
• Wiring diagrams.
All drawings are produced in AutoCAD format. The drawings are available via e-mail by contacting Benshaw.
Replacement Spare and replacement parts can be purchased from Benshaw Technical Support.
Parts
Software This manual pertains to software version number 810027-01-08.

Number
Hardware This manual pertains to the hardware version number 300063-01.

Number
Publication See inside back cover.

History
Warranty Benshaw provides a 1 year standard warranty with its controllers. An extension to the 3 year warranty is
provided when a Benshaw or Benshaw authorized service technician completes the installation and initial start
up. The warranty data sheet must also be signed and returned. The cost of this service is not included in the
price of the Benshaw controller and will be quoted specifically to each customers needs. All recommended
maintenance procedures must be followed throughout the warranty period to ensure validity.
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Contacting Information about Benshaw products and services is available by contacting Benshaw at one of the following
Benshaw offices:
Benshaw Corporate Headquarters Benshaw Canada
615 Alpha Drive 550 Bright Street East

Pittsburgh, PA 15116 Listowel, Ontario N4W 3W3
Phone: 412-968-0100 Phone: 519-291-5112
Fax: 412-968-5415 Fax: 519-291-2595
Tech Support: 1-800-203-2416 Tech Support: 1-877-291-5112

E-mail: [email protected]
Technical support for the MX2 SEP Controller is available at no charge by contacting the Benshaw Customer
Service department at one of the above telephone numbers. A service technician is available Monday through
Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. EST.
NOTE: An on-call technician is available after normal business hours and on weekends by calling
Benshaw and following the recorded instructions. To help assure prompt and accurate service,
please have the following information available when contacting Benshaw:
• Name of Company
• Telephone number where the caller can be contacted
• Fax number of caller
• Benshaw product name
• Benshaw model number
• Benshaw serial number
• Name of product distributor
• Approximate date of purchase
• Voltage of motor attached to Benshaw product
• FLA of motor attached to Benshaw product
• A brief description of the application
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Interpreting
Model Numbers
Figure 1: RediStart MX2 SEP Series Model Numbers
MX2SEP-125VDC-50A-3-S-C
C = Open Chassis
S = Solid State
M = Mechanical (contactors)
1 = Single Phase Bridge

3 = Three Phase Bridge
Current Rating of Bridge
Voltage Rating of Field (125 or 250 VDC)
MX2 Control
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General Overview of a Synchronous Field Controller
General The RediStart MX2 SEP synchronous field controller is a microprocessor based controller for single or three-
Overview phase field supply. The synch controller can be custom designed for specific applications. A few of the features
are:
• Solid state design

• Closed-loop motor current control
• Programmable operating parameters
• Programmable metering
Each MX2 SEP can operate within applied line voltage of 100VAC to 600VAC (optional 1000VAC) and
frequency values 23 to 72Hz.
The field controller can be programmed for synchronous motor fields. The RediStart MX2 SEP can also protect
the motor and its load from damage that could be caused by incorrect phase order wiring.
The controller continually monitors the amount of current being delivered to the motor. This protects the motor
from overheating or drawing excess current.
Features Enhanced engineering features of the controller include:
• Multiple frame sizes

• Universal voltage operation
• Universal frequency operation
• Phase rotation protection
• Regulated current control
• Electronic over/under current protection
• Single phase protection
• Programmable metering
• Passcode protected
• Programmable Relays
• Analog output with digital offset and span adjustment
• Analog input with digital offset and span adjustment
• Voltage and Current Accuracy of 3%
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2.1 General Information
The physical specifications of the controller vary depending upon its configuration. The applicable motor current
determines the configuration and its specific application requirements. Specifications are subject to change
without notice.
This document covers the control electronics:
• MX2 Control Card Set
2.2 Electrical Ratings
2.2.1 Terminal Points and Functions

Table 1: Terminals
Terminal
Function Terminal Number Description
Block
G ground
N 120VAC neutral
96 – 144 VAC input, 50/60 Hz
Control Power TB1 N 120VAC neutral
45VA required for Control Card
L 120VAC line
L 120VAC line
Relay Output, SPDT form C

NO1: Normally Open Contact NO Contact (resistive) NC Contact (resistive)
Relay 1 (R1) TB2 RC1: Common 5A at 250VAC 3A at 250VAC
NC1: Normally Closed Contact 5A at 125VAC 3A at 125VAC
5A at 30VDC 3A at 30VDC
1250VA 750VA
Relay Output, SPDT form C

NO2: Normally Open Contact NO Contact (resistive) NC Contact (resistive)
Relay 2 (R2) TB2 RC2: Common Contact 5A at 250VAC 3A at 250VAC
NC2: Normally Closed Contact 5A at 125VAC 3A at 125VAC
5A at 30VDC 3A at 30VDC
1250VA 750VA
10A at 250VAC
NO3: Normally Open Contact
10A at 125VAC
Relay 3 (R3) TB2 RC3: Common Contact
10A at 30VDC
NC3: Normally Closed Contact
2500VA
1: Start 120VAC digital input

2: DI1 2500V optical isolation
Digital Inputs TB3 3: DI2 4mA current draw
4: DI3 Off: 0 – 35VAC
5: Common On: 60 – 120VAC
Modbus RTU serial communication port.

1: B+
RS-485 interface
Serial Comm TB4 2: A–
19.2k baud maximum
3: COM
2500V Isolation
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Table 1: Terminals (Continued)
Terminal
Function Terminal Number Description
Block
Input:
1: Ain Power Voltage or Current
2: M Voltage: 0 – 10VDC, 67KΩ impedance
Analog I/O 3: Common Current: 0 – 20mA, 500Ω impedance
(Hall Effect TB5 4: Ground (Shield)
Input) 5: Aout Output:
6: Common Voltage or Current
7: Shield Voltage: 0 – 10VDC, 120mA maximum
Current: 0 – 20mA, 500Ω load maximum
Display RJ45 — Door Mounted Display Connector
1: Gate
SCR J6 to J11 SCR Gate Connections
2: Cathode
Wire Gauge: The terminals can support 1–14 AWG wire or 2–16 AWG wires or smaller.
Torque Rating: The terminals on the control cards have a torque rating of 5.0-inch lb. or 0.56Nm.
This MUST be followed or damage will occur to the terminals.
NOTE: Refer to Control Card Layouts on Pages 29 and 30.
2.2.2 Measurements and Accuracies
Table 2: Measurements and Accuracies
Internal Measurements
Conversion: True RMS, Sampling @ 1.562kHz

Hall Effect Input
Range: 1 – 1000A
Conversion: True RMS, Sampling @ 1.562kHz

Line Voltage Inputs
Range: 100 – 1,250VAC, 23 to 72 Hz
Current: 0 – 40,000 Amps ± 3%

Slip % 0.0 – 100%
Voltage: 0 – 1,250 Volts ± 3%
Line Frequency: 23 – 72 Hz ± 0.1 Hz
Run Time: ± 3 seconds per 24 hour period
Metering
Analog Input: Accuracy ± 3% of full scale (10 bit)
Analog Output: Accuracy ±2% of full scale (12 bit)
NOTE: Percent accuracy is percent of full scale of the given ranges, Current = Motor FLA,
Voltage = 8,000V, Watts/Volts-Amps/Watt-Hours = Motor & Voltage range
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2.2.3 List of Motor Protection Features
• ANSI 27 / 59 - Adjustable over/under voltage protection (Off or 1 to 40%, time 0.1 to 90.0 sec. in 0.1
sec. intervals, independent over and under voltage levels)
• ANSI 37 - Undercurrent detection (Off or 5 to 100% and time 0.1 to 90.0 sec. in 0.1 sec. intervals)
• ANSI 47 - Phase rotation (selectable ABC, CBA, Insensitive, or Single Phase)
• ANSI 48 - Adjustable up-to-speed / stall timer (1 to 900 sec. in 1 sec. intervals)
• ANSI 51 - Overcurrent detection (Off or 50 to 800% and time 0.1 to 90.0 sec. in 0.1 sec. intervals)
• ANSI 56 - Field Application
• ANSI 74 - Alarm relay output available
• ANSI 81 - Over / Under Frequency
• ANSI 95 - Reluctance torque sync
• ANSI 96 - Autoloading
• Single Phase Protection
• Shorted SCR Detection
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2.3 Environmental Conditions
Table 3: Environmental Ratings
–10°C to +40°C (14°F to 104°F) enclosed

Operating Temperatures
–10°C to +50°C (14°F to 122°F) open
Storage Temperatures –20°C to +70°C (–4°F to 155°F)
Humidity 0% to 95% non condensing
Altitude 1000m (3300ft) without derating
Maximum Vibration 5.9m/s2 (19.2ft/s2) [0.6G]
Cooling Natural convection (Fans optional)
2.4 Altitude Derating
Benshaw controllers are capable of operating at altitudes up to 3,300 feet (1000 meters) without requiring
altitude derating. Table 6 provides the derating percentage to be considered when using a controller above
3,300 feet (1000 meters).
Table 4: Altitude Derating
Percent Derating
Altitude
(Amps)
3300 Feet 1006 meters 0.0%
4300 Feet 1311 meters 3.0%
5300 Feet 1615 meters 6.0%
6300 Feet 1920 meters 9.0%
7300 Feet 2225 meters 12.0%
8300 Feet 2530 meters 15.0%
9300 Feet 2835 meters 18.0%
For derating above 10,000 feet consult Benshaw Inc.
2.5 Approvals
The MX2 SEP Control Card is UL, cUL Recognized
2.6 Certificate of Compliance
CE Mark, see Appendix D on Page 117.
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3.1 Before You Start:
3.1.1 Inspection
Before storing or installing the RediStart MX2 SEP Series sync controller, thoroughly inspect the device for
possible shipping damage. Upon receipt:
• Remove the controller from its package and inspect exterior for shipping damage. If damage is apparent,
notify the shipping agent and your sales representative.
• Open the enclosure and inspect the controller for any apparent damage or foreign objects. Ensure that all of
the mounting hardware and terminal connection hardware is properly seated, securely fastened, and
undamaged.
• Ensure all connections and wires are secured.
• Read the technical data label affixed to the controller, and ensure that the correct cuurent and input voltage
for the application has been purchased.
3.1.2 Installation Precautions
Installation of some models may require halting production during installation. If applicable, ensure that
the controller is installed when production can be halted long enough to accommodate the installation.
Before installing the controller, ensure:
• The wiring diagram (supplied separately with the controller) is correct for the required application.
• The controller is the correct current rating and voltage rating for the motor being started.
• All installation safety precautions are followed.
• The correct power source is available.
• The control method has been selected.
• The connection cables, and associated mounting hardware, have been obtained (lugs).
• The necessary installation tools and supplies are procured.
• The installation site meets all environmental specifications for the controller NEMA/CEMA rating.
• The motor being started has been installed and is ready to be started.
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3.1.3 Safety Precautions
To ensure the safety of the individuals installing the sync controller, and the safe operation of the
controller, observe the following guidelines:
• Ensure that the installation site meets all required environmental conditions (refer to Site Preparation, Section
3.2.1).
• Lock out all sources of power.
• Install circuit disconnecting devices (i.e., circuit breaker, fused disconnect or non-fused disconnect) if not
previously installed by the factory as part of the package.
• Install short circuit protection (i.e., circuit breaker or fuses) if not previously installed by the factory as part of
the package.
• Follow all NEC (National Electrical Code) and/or C.S.A. (Canadian Standards Association) standards or Local
Codes as applicable.
• Remove any foreign objects from the interior of the enclosure, especially wire strands that may be left over
from installation wiring.
• Ensure that a qualified electrician installs wiring.
• Ensure that the individuals installing the controller are wearing ALL protective eye wear and clothing.
• Ensure the controller is protected from debris, metal shavings and any other foreign objects.
NOTE: The opening of the branch circuit protective device may be an indication that a fault current has
been interrupted. To reduce the risk of electrical shock, current carrying parts and other
components of the controller should be inspected and replaced if damaged.
3.2 Installation Considerations
3.2.1 Site Preparation - General Information
Before the sync controller can be installed, the installation site must be prepared. The customer is responsible
for:
• Providing the correct power source

• Providing the correct power protection
• Selecting the control mechanism
• Obtaining the connection cables, lugs, and all other hardware
• Ensuring the installation site meets all environmental specifications for the enclosure NEMA rating
• Installing and connecting the motor
Power Cables
The power cables for the controller must have the correct NEC/CSA current rating for the unit being installed.
Depending upon the model, the power cables can range from a single #14 AWG conductor to four 750 MCM
cables. (Consult local and national codes for selecting wire size).
Site Requirements
The installation site must adhere to the applicable controller NEMA/CEMA rating. For optimal performance, the
installation site must meet the appropriate environmental and altitude requirements.
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3.2.2 EMC Installation Guidelines
General In order to help our customers comply with European electromagnetic compatibility standards,
Benshaw Inc. has developed the following guidelines.
Attention This product has been designed for Class A equipment. Use of the product in domestic
environments may cause radio interference, in which case the installer may need to use
additional mitigation methods.
Enclosure Install the product in a grounded metal enclosure.
Grounding Connect a grounding conductor to the screw or terminal provided as standard on each
controller. Refer to layout/power wiring schematic for grounding provision location.
Wiring Refer to Wiring Practices on Page 22.
Filtering To comply with Conducted Emission Limits (CE requirement), a high voltage (1000V or greater)
0.1 uF capacitor should be connected from each input line to ground at the point where the line
enters the cabinet.
3.2.3 Application Considerations
Although the MX SEP controls and provides protection for the motor field current, protection of the motor’s
stator windings must be addressed separate from the MX SEP package. For example, if the motor is started
using a Benshaw motor starter, the overcurrent protection on the starter can be set to provide overcurrent
protection of the stator windings in cases such as the rotor puling out of synchronization. Additionally, a low
Power Factor trip can be used to detect when the rotor is no longer synchronized.
3.3 Mounting Considerations
Provisions should be made to ensure that the temperature inside the enclosure never rises above 122oF /
50oC. If the temperature inside the enclosure is too high, the controller can be damaged, and the operational
life can be reduced.
Table 5: Ventilation Requirements
Current Range Bottom of Enclosure Top of Enclosure
< 200 amps Fans or grills depending on enclosure size
200 to 300 amps 2 x 4” grills (12 sq. in.) 2 x 4” grills (12 sq.in.)
301 to 400 amps 1 x 4” fan (115 cfm) 2 x 4” grills (12 sq.in.)
> 700 amps Consult Factory Consult Factory
The field supply produces 4 watts of heat per amp of current, and 26 square inches of enclosure surface is
required per watt of heat generation. Contact Benshaw and ask for the enclosure sizing technical note for more
information concerning controllers in sealed enclosures. Benshaw supplies controllers under 124 amps non-
bypassed, with the heat sink protruding from the back of the enclosure. This allows a small enclosure size,
while still maintaining the cooling capability of the controller.
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3.4 Wiring Considerations
3.4.1 Wiring Practices
When making power and control signal connections, the following should be observed:
• Power wiring to the motor must have the maximum possible separation from all other wiring. Do not run
control wiring in the same conduit; this separation reduces the possibility of coupling electrical noise between
circuits. Minimum spacing between metallic conduits containing different wire groups should be three inches
(8cm).
• Minimum spacing between different wiring groups in the same tray should be six inches.
• Wire runs outside an enclosure should be run in metallic conduit, or have shielding/armor with equivalent
attenuation.
• Whenever power and control wiring cross, it should be at a 90 degree angle.
• Different wire groups should be run in separate conduits.
NOTE: Local electrical codes must be adhered to for all wiring practices.
3.4.2 Considerations for Control and Power Wiring
Control wiring refers to wires connected to the control terminal strip that normally carries 24V to 115V. Power
wiring refers to wires connected to the line and load terminals that normally carry 208VAC to 600VAC
respectively. Select power wiring as follows:
• Use only UL or CSA recognized wire.

• Wire voltage rating must be a minimum of 300V for 230VAC systems and 600V (Class 1 wire) for 460VAC
and 600VAC systems.
• Grounding must be in accordance with NEC, CEC, or local codes. If multiple controllers are installed near
each other, each must be connected to ground. Take care to not form a ground loop. Grounds should be
connected in a STAR configuration.
• Wire must be made of copper and rated 60/75°C for units 124 Amps and below. Larger amp units may use
copper or aluminum wire. Refer to NEC table 310-16 or local codes for proper wire selection.
3.4.3 Considerations for Signal Wiring
Signal wiring refers to the wires connected to the control terminal strip that are low voltage signals, below 15V.
• Shielded wire is recommended to prevent electrical noise interference from causing improper operation or
nuisance tripping.
• Signal wire rating should carry as high of a voltage rating as possible, normally at least 300V.
• Routing of signal wire is important to keep as far away from control and power wiring as possible.
3.4.4 Meggering a Motor
If the motor needs to be meggered, remove the motor leads from the controller before conducting the test.
Failure to comply may damage the SCRs and WILL damage the control board, which will not be replaced under
warranty.
3.4.5 High Pot Testing
CAUTION: If the controller must be high pot tested, perform a DC high pot test. The maximum high pot
voltage must not exceed 2.0 times rated RMS voltage + 1000VAC (High pot to 75% of factory). Failure
to comply will damage the control board, which will not be replaced under warranty. An example to find
the maximum high pot voltage is (2.0 * rated RMS voltage + 1000) * 0.75.
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3.5 Power and Control Drawings
3.5.1 MX2 ATL Synchronous Brushtype (Field Control) Solid State
Figure 2: Sample Power Schematic for RB2 Low HP
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3.5.2 MX2 ATL Synchronous Brushtype with contactors
Figure 3: Sample MX2 Power Schematic ATL Synchronous Brushtype with contactors
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3.5.3 MX2 ATL Synchronous Brushless
Figure 4: Sample MX2 Power Schematic ATL Synchronous Brushless
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3.5.4 Synch Controller with Power Factor Control
Figure 4: Sample Power Schematic Synch Controller with Power Factor Control
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3.6 Power Wiring Input Line Requirements
The input line source must be an adequate source to start the motor, generally 2 times the rating of the motor
FLA. (This may not apply in some cases, such as being connected to a generator).
3.6.1 Recommended Incoming Line Protection

A semi-conductor fuse is needed. The fuse shall be 150% of the DC Field Amps from motor. An HCJ fuse is
recommended.
Input Line Requirements

The input line source needs to be an adequate source, generally 2 times the rating of the motor rotor FLA. (This
may not apply in some cases such as being connected to a generator).
3.6.2 Recommended Wire Gauges

The wire gauge selection is based on the FLA of the motor. Refer to NEC table 310-16 or CEC Part 1, Table 2
or local code requirements for selecting the correct wire sizing. Ensure appropriate wire derating for
temperature is applied. If more than three current carrying conductors are in one conduit, ensure NEC table
310.15(B)(2) or CEC Part 1 Table 5C is adhered to. In some areas, local codes may take precedence over the
NEC. Refer to your local requirements.
3.6.3 Power Wire Connections

Attach the motor cables:
• Use the F+ and F- terminals. Use lugs/crimps or terminals (Lugs and Crimps are to be provided by the user).
Attach the power source cables:

• Use the L1, L2 and L3 terminals. Use lugs/crimps or terminals (Lugs and Crimps are to be provided by the
user).
3.6.4 Compression Lugs

The following is a list of the recommended crimp-on wire connectors manufactured by Penn-Union Corp. for
copper wire.
Table 6: Single Hole Compression Lugs
Wire Size Part # Wire Size Part # Wire Size Part # Wire Size Part #
1/0 BLU-1/0S20 300 MCM BLU-030S 600 MCM BLU-060S1 1500 MCM BLU-150S
2/0 BLU-2/0S4 350 MCM BLU-035S 650 MCM BLU-065S5 2000 MCM BLU-200s
3/0 BLU-3/0S1 400 MCM BLU-040S4 750 MCM BLU-075S — —
4/0 BLU-4/0S1 450 MCM BLU-045S1 800 MCM BLU-080S — —
250 MCM BLU-025S 500 MCM BLU-050S2 1000 MCM BLU-100S — —
Table 7: Two Hole Compression Lugs
Wire Size Part # Wire Size Part # Wire Size Part # Wire Size Part #
1/0 BLU-1/0D20 300 MCM BLU-030D 600 MCM BLU-060D1 1500 MCM BLU-150D
2/0 BLU-2/0D4 350 MCM BLU-035D 650 MCM BLU-065D5 2000 MCM BLU-200D
3/0 BLU-3/0D1 400 MCM BLU-040D4 750 MCM BLU-075D — —
4/0 BLU-4/0D1 450 MCM BLU-045D1 800 MCM BLU-080D — —
250 MCM BLU-025D 500 MCM BLU-050D2 1000 MCM BLU-100D — —
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3.6.5 Torque Requirements for Power Wiring Terminations
Table 8: Slotted Screws and Hex Bolts
Tightening torque, pound-inches (N-m)

Wire size installed in conductor
Slotted head NO. 10 and larger Hexagonal head-external drive socket wrench
Slot width-0.047 inch Slot width-over 0.047

AWG or (1.2mm) or less and inch (1.2mm) or slot
(mm2) Split- bolt connectors Other connectors
kcmil slot length ¼ inch length – over ¼ inch
(6.4mm) or less (6.4mm) or less
18 – 10 (0.82 – 5.3) 20 (2.3) 35 (4.0) 80 (9.0) 75 (8.5)
8 (8.4) 25 (2.8) 40 (4.5) 80 (9.0) 75 (8.5)
6–4 (13.3 – 21.2) 35 (4.0) 45 (5.1) 165 (18.6) 110 (12.4)
3 (26.7) 35 (4.0) 50 (5.6) 275 (31.1) 150 (16.9)
2 (33.6) 40 (4.5) 50 (5.6) 275 (31.1) 150 (16.9)
1 (42.4) — — 50 (5.6) 275 (31.1) 150 (16.9)
1/0 – 2/0 (53.5 – 64.4) — — 50 (5.6) 385 (43.5) 180 (20.3)
3/0 – 4/0 (85.0 – 107.2) — — 50 (5.6) 500 (56.5) 250 (28.2)
250 – 350 (127 – 177) — — 50 (5.6) 650 (73.4) 325 (36.7)
400 (203) — — 50 (5.6) 825 (93.2) 375 (36.7)
500 (253) — — 50 (5.6) 825 (93.2) 375 (42.4)
600 – 750 (304 – 380) — — 50 (5.6) 1000 (113.0) 375 (42.4)
800 – 1000 (406 – 508) — — 50 (5.6) 1100 (124.3) 500 (56.5)
1250 – 2000 (635 – 1010) — — — — 1100 (124.3) 600 (67.8)
NOTE: For a value of slot width or length not corresponding to those specified above, the largest torque
value associated with the conductor size shall be marked. Slot width is the nominal design value.
Slot length is measured at the bottom of the slot.
Table 9: Tightening Torque for Hex Screws
Socket Size Across Flats Tightening Torque
inches (mm) Pound-inches (N-m)
1/8 (3.2) 45 (5.1)
5/32 (4.0) 100 (11.3)
3/16 (4.8) 120 (13.6)
7/32 (5.6) 150 (16.9)
1/4 (6.4) 200 (22.6)
5/16 (7.9) 275 (31.1)
3/8 (9.5) 275 (42.4)
1/2 (12.7) 500 (56.5)
9/16 (14.3) 600 (67.8)
NOTE: For screws with multiple tightening means, the largest torque value associated with the conductor
size shall be marked. Slot length shall be measured at the bottom of the slot.
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3.7 Control Card Layout
Figure 5: Control Card Layout
Jumper
120 VAC
Stack In
(Benshaw Only)
Unfused
120 VAC Out
Stack
Control Control
Power
120 VAC
SCR 1
Auxiliary
Relays:
I/O 5-7 SCR 4
(P46-48)
SCR 2
Digital
Inputs:
I/O 1-3 RX LED
(P42-44)
TX LED CPU
LED SCR 5
Modbus
Communications
Port: FUN 10-13
(P66-69)
Keypad Port: SCR 3

I/O 14 (P55) RJ45
Hall Effect SCR 6

Transformer
TB5
Analog Output:
I/O 09-11
(P50-52)
Analog Voltage/Current 4x7 LED Display
Selector Switch SW1
Part/Serial #
Res Para
et met Down Up Ente
r Software Part #
er
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Figure 6: Control Card Layout (with Communication Card for Power Factor Control)
Jumper
120 VAC
Stack In
(Benshaw Only)
Unfused
120 VAC Out
Stack
Control Control
Power
120 VAC
SCR 1
Auxiliary
Relays:
I/O 5-7 SCR 4
(P46-48)
SCR 2
Digital
Inputs:
I/O 1-3
Fiber Optic (P42-44)
RX LED
Connections CPU
TX LED LED
SCR 5
Modbus
Communications
Port: FUN 10-13
(P66-69)
Keypad Port: SCR 3

I/O 14 (P55)
RJ45
Hall Effect
Transformer SCR 6
TB5
Analog Output:
I/O 09-11
(P50-52)
4x7 LED Display
Analog Voltage/Current
Selector Switch SW1
Part/Serial #
Res Para
et met Down Up Ente
r Software Part #
er
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3.8 Control Wiring
3.8.1 Control Power
120VAC control power is supplied to TB1. The connections are as follows:
Figure 7: Control Power Wiring Example
• 1 - Ground TB1
• 2 - Neutral
120VAC NEUTRAL
• 3 - Neutral
• 4 - Line (120VAC) 120VAC LIVE
• 5 - Line (120VAC)
3.8.2 Output Relays
TB2 is for output relays R1, R2 and R3. These relays connect as follows:
• 1 - NO1: Relay 1 normally open

• 2 - RC1: Relay 1 common
• 3 - NC1: Relay 1 normally closed
Figure 8: Relay Wiring Examples
TB2 TB2
120VAC LIVE
120VAC NEUTRAL
TRIP
120VAC NEUTRAL
RUN
120VAC LIVE
STOP
TRIP PILOT LIGHT RUN & STOPPED PILOT LIGHT

(RELAY 1 SET TO FLFS - FAULT FAILSAFE) (RELAY 2 SET TO RUN)
See Also: Relay Output Configuration (I/O 05–07 / P44-46) on Page 76.
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3.8.3 Digital Input
TB3 is for digital inputs Start, DI1, DI2 and DI3. These digital inputs use 120VAC. These digital inputs connect
as follows:
• 1 - Start: Start Input
• 2 - DI1: Digital Input 1
• 5 - Com: 120VAC neutral
Figure 9: Digital Input Wiring Examples
START TB3 STOP START TB3

120VAC LIVE 120VAC LIVE
DI1
DI2
DI3
120VAC NEUTRAL 120VAC NEUTRAL
DIGITAL INPUT WIRING 3-WIRE START / STOP BUTTONS

(DI1 SET TO STOP)
M
TB3 M
TB3
120VAC LIVE 120VAC LIVE
TRIP
120VAC NEUTRAL 120VAC NEUTRAL
2-WIRE CONTACT CONTROL EXTERNAL TRIP INPUT

(DI3 SET TO FL - FAULT LOW)
M
TB3
120VAC LIVE
FAULT RESET
120VAC NEUTRAL
FAULT RESET BUTTON

(DI2 SET TO Fr - FAULT RESET)
See Also: Digital Input Configuration (I/O 01 – 03 / P40-42) on Page 75.
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3.8.4 Analog Output
The analog output can be configured for Voltage or Current loop. The output is shipped in the Voltage loop
configuration unless specified in a custom configuration. Below, TB5 is SW1-2. When the switch is in the off
position, the output is current. When on, it is a Voltage loop output. The control is shipped with the Switch on.
NOTE: The analog output is a low voltage output, maximum of 15VDC. The output will be damaged if
control power (115VAC) or line power is applied to the analog output.
The terminals are as follows:

Figure 10: Analog Output Wiring Example
TB5
• 5) analog output
• 6) common
+
• 7) shield TO METER / ANALOG INPUT CARD V/I
See Also: Analog Output Configurations (I/O 9 - 11 / P54 - 56) on Pages 77 and 78.
3.8.5 SW1 DIP Switch
The SW1 DIP switch on the card allows selecting the analog input and output values of 0–10V or 0–20mA. The
picture below represents how to adjust the switch to select the desired signal.
Figure 11: SW1 DIP Switch Settings
ANALOG INPUT ANALOG OUTPUT

SW1-1 SW1-2
ON = 0-20mA ON = 0-10V
OFF = 0-10V OFF = 0-20mA
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3.9 Remote LCD Keypad/Display
The display has a NEMA 3R / IP65 service rating when properly mounted to an enclosure door with the correct
gasket. The display is available in 2 versions, a small display as P/N KPMX3SLCD, and large display as P/N
KPMX3LLCD.
3.9.1 Remote Display
The LCD keypad is mounted remotely from the MX2 Control via a straight through display cable, which
connects between the MX2 and remote display's RJ45 terminals.
3.9.2 Display Cutout
Figure 12: Small Display Keypad Mounting Dimensions
Part # KPMX3SLCD
101.00
[3.98"]
50.50 50.50
[1.99"] [1.99"]
[1.24"]
31.50
[2.48"]
63.00
[1.24"]
31.50
Figure 13: Large Display Keypad Mounting Dimensions
Part #: KPMX3LLCD
127.00
[5.00"]
63.50 63.50
[2.50"] [2.50"]
[1.52"]
38.50
[3.03"]
77.00
[1.52"]
38.50
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3.9.3 Installing Display
The remote display is installed as follows:

• Install the gasket onto the display.
• Insert the display through the door cutout.
• Insert the mounting clips into the holes in each side of the display.
• Tighten the mounting clips until they hold the display securely in place. (Torque requirements are 0.7
NM or 6.195 in lbs.)
• Plug the cable into the display connector on the MX2 card. See Figures 5 and 6 on Pages 29 and 30
for the connector location.
• Route the cable through the enclosure to the display. Observe the wiring considerations as listed in
Section 3.4 on Page 22.
• Plug the other end of the cable into the LCD display.
Figure 14: Mounting Remote Keypads
CLIP
CLIP
ENCLOSURE DOOR
GASKET
MX³ DISPLAY CABLE
MX³ DISPLAY
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4 - Keypad Operation
4.1 Introduction
The MX2 SEP provides a comprehensive set of parameters. While the controller can meet the requirements of many
applications right out of the box, customization of parameter values to better suit your particular application is easily
accomplished with the standard on-board, 4-digit, 7-segment LED display/keypad.
The MX2 SEP has an optional 2x16 character, back-lit LCD display/keypad that may be mounted remotely from
the MX2 SEP control card. The remote LCD keypad has the same keys as the standard display with several
additional keys including start and stop keys for operation of the controller from the keypad. When the remote
LCD keypad is connected, the local display is disabled.
4.2 Standard Keypad and Display
The LED display provides information on controller operation and programming. The 4-digit, 7-segment display
shows controller meter outputs and programming data. Special symbols provide further information about the
controller operation (see the following section).
Figure 15: Standard Keypad and Display
..
8 88
..
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4.3 Viewing Parameter Values for the Standard Keypad
Parameter view mode can be entered by:

1. At the default meter display, press the [PARAM] key to enter parameter mode. “P1” is displayed to
indicate Parameter 1.
2. Use the [UP] and [DOWN] keys to scroll through the available parameters.
3. Pressing the [UP] key from “P1” advances to parameter “P2”.
4. Pressing the [DOWN] key from “P1” wraps around to the highest parameter.
5. The value of the parameter can be viewed by pressing the [ENTER] key.
6. To view another parameter without changing/saving the parameter, press the [PARAM] key to return to the
parameter number display.
To return to the default meter display, either:

1. Press the [PARAM] key while in the parameter number display mode, or
2. Wait 60 seconds and the display returns to the default meter display.
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4.4 Changing Parameter Values
Parameter change mode can be entered by:

1. At the default meter display, press the [PARAM] key to enter parameter mode.
2. Use the [UP] and [DOWN] keys to scroll through the available parameters.
3. The value of the parameter can be viewed by pressing the [ENTER] key.
4. When viewing the parameter value, the parameter can be changed by using the [UP] and [DOWN] keys.
5. To store the new value, press the [ENTER] key. When the [ENTER] key is pressed the value is saved
and the display goes back to parameter # "P_".
To exit parameter change mode without saving the new parameter value, either:
1. Press the [PARAM] key to return to the parameter number display, or
2. Wait 60 seconds and the display returns to the default meter display.
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4.5 Messages Displayed
In addition to being able to view and change parameters, various special messages may be displayed during
different conditions. Here is a summary of the possible special messages.
The following sections provide more detail for some of the conditions that cause special messages to be
displayed.
LED Display
noL No Line Voltage
rdY Ready
run Controller active
Sync Motor running and synchronized
FF Motor running, synchronized, with field forcing being applied
PO Motor pullout / pole slip detected.
inch Inching field control mode active
dynb Dynamic braking active.
L CP Low Control Power – A start is not allowed because the control power is low.
L Ot Power Stack Over Temperature Lockout
LOC Lockout State
AbC Phase order meter showing ABC phasing
CbA Phase order meter showing CBA phasing
SPH Phase order meter showing single phase
P xx XX = parameter code
A xx XX = alarm code. If the condition persists, a fault will occur
F xx XX = fault code
b AL BIST mode, waiting for line voltage to be applied
b Fl BIST mode, field supply active
b - BIST mode, BIST complete
dFLt Default – Flashes when parameter defaults are loaded.
FLSH In Reflash mode, waiting for download
ProG In Reflash mode, programming
rEAd In Reflash mode, verifying
donE In Reflash mode, complete
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LCD Display
Stopped Controller stopped
Fault Controller tripped on a Fault
Lockout Controller is locked out due to a unusual condition being present
Controller is monitoring start and waiting for command and/or timer to expire before applying
Wait field current.
Syncing Controller is attempting to apply field and synchronize motor
Synced Motor running synchronized
Sync FF Motor running synchronized with field forcing active
Pullout Motor pullout / pole slip detected.
B Ctl Brushless motor control active
Cntr Current Control mode active
Inching Inching field control mode active
Braking Dynamic braking active
Shtdwn Controller shutting down
BIST Controller in Built In Self Test mode.
4.5.1 Power Up
The software version is displayed as a series of single digits once power has been applied to the MXSEP. If the
parameters were being reset on power up, “dFLt” is flashed on the display for three seconds, and then the
software version is displayed.
4.5.2 Stopped
When the controller is not in the run mode, the display shows the status condition of the controller, such as
“rdY” (ready) or “noL” (No Line).
4.5.3 Running
When running, the display shows the selected meter function. The following meters can be selected using the
Meter display parameter (P17 / FUN 01–02).
Ave Current Slip Percent Run Days

Ave Volts Phase Order Run Hours
L1-L2 Volts (Input) Line Freq Starts
L2-L3 Volts (Input) Analog Input
L3-L1 Volts (Input) Analog Out
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4.5.4 Alarm Condition
When an alarm condition exists, the display alternates between displaying the selected meter and the alarm
code. The alarm code is displayed as “A XX”, where XX is the alarm code.
• When a no line alarm condition exists, “noL” is displayed.
When the controller is stopped, the selected meter is not displayed.
4.5.5 Lockout Condition
When a lockout condition exists, the display shows the lockout code. The lockout code is displayed as “L XX”:
where XX is the lockout code. Following are the defined lockout conditions and their codes:
• When a power stack thermal overload lockout condition exists, “L Ot” is displayed.
• When a low control power lockout condition exists, “L CP” is displayed.
When there are multiple lockout codes, each is displayed at 2 second intervals.
4.5.6 Faulted Condition
When a fault condition exists, the display shows the fault code. The exceptions to this are as follows:
• When the fault is Instantaneous Over Current, “ioc” is displayed.
4.5.7 Quick Meters
Although any meter may be viewed by changing the Meter parameter (P17 / FUN 01–02), there are 3 “Quick
Meters” that are always available with a single key press. When the controller is in the normal display mode,
the display may be toggled between the information currently displayed, and the following quick meters. Quick
meters are only used with the LED keypad.
Status Meter
Toggle between the programmed meter display and the controller operational status display (rdY, run, dcL, etc)
by pressing the [ENTER] key.
Phase Order Meter

Toggle between the programmed meter display and the phase order by pressing the [UP] key. The phase
order is displayed as “AbC” or “CbA”.
DC Current
Toggle between the programmed meter display and the DC Current by pressing the [DOWN] key.
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4.6 Jump Code
At the beginning of each parameter group, there is a Jump Code parameter. By changing the value of this
parameter and pressing [ENTER], you can jump directly to any parameter within that group.
4.7 Restoring Factory Parameter Settings
To restore ALL parameters to the factory default settings, press and hold the [PARAM] and [ENTER]
pushbutton switch on power up. The display blinks “dFLt”. Parameters unique to the controller applications
need to be set again to appropriate values before motor operation.
P23 / FUN06 - Rated RMS Voltage (set to specified equipment rating) I/O 01 / P40 - Digital Input #1
P41 / I/O 02 - Digital Input #2
P42 / I/O 03 - Digital Input #3
P44 / I/O 05- Relay #1
P45 / I/O 06 - Relay #2
P46 / I/O 07 - Relay #3
NOTE: Consult the wiring schematic for digital inputs and relay output configuration.
4.8 Resetting a Fault
To reset from a fault condition, press [RESET].
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4.9 Remote LCD Keypad and Display
The MX2 Sync Controller can be equipped with an optional 2x16 character, back-lit LCD display/keypad that is
mounted remotely from the control card. The remote keypad is NEMA 3R / IP65 when mounted directly on the
door of an enclosure with the correct gasket.
Like the standard keypad, the remote LCD keypad has the same basic functions with enhancements that allow
using plain text instead of codes and a menu structure instead of a straight line of parameters.
Additional keys have been added, such as [MENU], [STOP], and a [LEFT] arrow for moving the cursor around
in the LCD display. Status indicators provide additional information for controller operation.
NOTE: The Start push button does not operate with a synchronous controller.
Figure 16: Remote LCD Keypad
4.10 Description of the LEDs on the Keypad
The keypad provides three LED indicators in addition to the 2x16 character display. The LEDs provide
controller status information.
Table 10: Remote Keypad LED Functions
LED State Indication
On Stopped
STOP
Flashing Faulted
On Running and up-to-speed

RUN
Flashing Running and not up-to-speed (ramping, decelerating, braking etc).
ALARM Flashing Alarm condition exists. If condition persists, a fault occurs.
NOTE: By default, the [STOP] key is always active, regardless of selected control source (Local Source
and Remote Source parameters). It may be disabled though using the Keypad Stop Disable (I/O
14) parameter. For more information refer to the Keypad Stop Disable (I/O 14) parameter on Page
80.
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4.11 Description of the Keys on the Remote LCD Keypad
The [UP] arrow, [DOWN] arrow, [ENTER] and [MENU] keys on the LCD keypad perform the same functions as
the [UP], [DOWN], [ENTER] and [PARAM] keys on the standard keypad. Three keys have been added, with
one key serving a dual function:
Table 11: LCD Keypad Key Functions
Key Function
• The [START] key triggers has no assigned function with a synchronous controller.
start
• Increases the value of a numeric parameter.

• Advances to the next value of an enumerated parameter.
• Scrolls forward through a list of parameters within a group (when the last parameter is displayed, it scrolls to
the beginning of the list).
• When a list of faults is displayed, it moves from one fault to the next.
• When the controller is in the Operate Mode, pressing [UP] allows you to change which group of meter values is
monitored.
• Decreases the value of a numeric parameter.

• Reverts to the previous value of an enumerated parameter.
• Scrolls backward through a list of parameters within a group (when the first parameter is displayed, it scrolls to
the end of the list).
• When a list of faults is displayed, it moves from one fault to the previous fault.
• When the controller is in the Operate Mode, pressing [DOWN] allows you to change which group of meter val-
ues is monitored.
• When editing a numeric parameter, the [LEFT] arrow key moves the cursor one digit to the left. If cursor is
already at the most significant digit, it returns to the least significant digit on the right.
• When in Menu mode, the [LEFT] arrow allows groups to be scrolled through in the opposite direction of the
[MENU] Key.
• Stores the change of a value.

enter • When in Fault History, [ENTER] key scrolls through information logged when a fault occurred.
• When an alarm condition exists, [ENTER] scrolls through all active alarms.
• [MENU] scrolls between the operate screen and the available parameter groups.
• When viewing a parameter, pressing [MENU] jumps to the top of the menu.
menu
• When a parameter is being edited and [MENU] is pressed, the change is aborted and the parameter’s old value
is displayed.
• The [STOP/RESET] key halts the operation of the controller (Stop Key) and causes a fault 68 to occur.
stop • If a fault has occurred, the [STOP/RESET] key is used to clear the fault (Reset Key).
reset
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4.12 Alphanumeric Display
The remote LCD keypad and display uses a 32-character alphanumeric LCD display. All controller functions
can be accessed by the keypad. The keypad allows easy access to controller programming with parameter
descriptions on the LCD display.
4.12.1 Power Up Screen
On power up, the software part numbers are displayed for a few seconds. Pressing any key immediately
changes the display to the operate screen.
Software PN
810027-01-08
4.12.2 Operate Screen
The Operate Screen is the Main Screen. The Operate Screen is used to indicate the status of the controller: if it
is running, what state it is in, and display the values of Meter 1 and Meter 2, which are selectable.
The Operate Screen is divided into five sections:
• Sections A and B display status information

• Sections C and D display the meters selected by the Meter 1 and 2 parameters, see FUN 01–02
• Section S displays the source for the start command
Figure 17: Operate Screen
Section S Section A Section C
K n o L I a = 0.0 A
S T O P P E D V a = 0 V
Section B Section D
Table 12: Operate Screen Section A
Display Description
noL L1, L2, L3 not present
Ready Controller ready to run
Alarm A fault condition is present. If it continues, a fault occurs
Run Controller is running
Table 13: Operate Screen Section B
Display Description
Stopped Controller is stopped and no Faults
Fault Controller tripped on a Fault
Lockout Controller is Locked Out due to an unusual condition being present
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Table 13: Operate Screen Section B
Display Description
Syncing Controller is attempting to apply field and synchronize motor
Synced Motor running synchronized
Sync FF Motor running synchronized with field forcing active
Pullout Motor pullout / pole slip detected
B Ctl Brushless motor control active
Cntr Current Control mode active
Inching Inching field control mode active
Braking Dynamic braking active
Shtdown Controller shutting down
BIST Controller in Built In Self Test mode
Table 14: Operate Screen Section S
Display Description
T Terminal Block Wiring Control
S Serial Communication Connection Control
4.12.3 Parameter Group Screens
From the Operate Screen, the parameter groups are accessed by pressing either the Menu or the [LEFT] arrow
keys. The parameter group screens display the parameter groups: QST (Quick Start), CFN (Control Functions),
PFN (Protection Functions), I/O (Input/Output Functions), FUN (Function) and FL1 (Faults).
MMM: PPPPPPPPPP
MI VVVVVVVVVV
• MMM: = Parameter Group

• MI: = Menu Index
• PPP: = Parameter Name
• VVV: = Parameter Value and Units
Refer to Section 5 for a listing of the parameters and ranges.
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4.12.4 Meter Pages
Although any meter may be viewed by changing the two meter parameters (FUN 01, FUN 02), there are 6
“Meter Pages” that are easily accessed to view all of the meter information. These meter pages are scrolled
through by pressing the [UP] or [DOWN] arrows from the operate screen.
Current = 0.0A
Slip Perce = 0.0A
Voltage V2= 0V
V1= 0 V3= 0V
Frequency = 0.0H
Phase = noL
Run Days = xxxx

Run Hours = xx:xx
Analog In = 0.1%
Analog Out = 0.0%
Starts = xxxx
NOTE: Run Hours 00:00 - 23:59

Run Days 0 – 2730 days or 7.5 years
Starts 0 – 65535
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4.12.5 Fault Log Screen
Information regarding each fault is available through the remote MX2 SEP LCD display.
FL#: Fault ##
NNNNNNNNNNNNN
• FL#: = Fault Log Number. FL1 is the most recent fault and FL9 is the oldest fault.
• Fault ## = Fault Code
• NNN... = Fault Name, or the condition when the fault occurred.
Press [MENU] until you can view the FL1 parameter.
Pressing the [UP] and [DOWN] keys navigates through older and newer faults in the log.
Once the fault is displayed on the screen, begin pressing the [ENTER] key to cycle through the steps shown
below, which detail the controller conditions when the fault occurred.
Enter Step
1 Fault Number and Description.
2 Status when the fault occurred, Run, Stopped, etc.
3 The current at the time of the fault.
4 L1-2 voltage at the time of the fault.
7 Frequency at the time of the fault.
8 Run time since last run time reset.
4.12.6 Fault Screen
When a Fault occurs, the Main Screen is replaced with a Fault Screen. The screen shows the fault number and
the name of the fault. The Main Screen is not shown until the fault is reset.
When a fault occurs, the STOP LED flashes.
Fault ##
Fault Name
NOTE: For a list of the Faults, refer to Appendix B - Fault Codes on Page 113.
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4.12.7 Lockout Screens
When a lockout is present, one of the following screens will be displayed. The Main Screen is not shown until
the lockout is cleared.
The stack over temperature lockout will be displayed if a stack over temperature is detected.
Stack Overload
Lockout
The control power lockout will be displayed if control power is not within specifications.
Control Power
Lockout
4.12.8 Alarm Screen
When an alarm is present, the word “Alarm” is displayed on the operate screen (and the Alarm LED indicators
on the Control Board are illuminated). Pressing the [ENTER] key displays more information about the alarm.
Alarm ##
Alarm Name
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4.13 Procedure for Setting Data
Select a parameter that is to be changed. To change the Current Setpoint from 10 Amps to 30 Amps:
From the main screen:
T Ready Ia = 0.0A
Stopped Va = 480V
Press [MENU] key, the display shows QST (Quick Start) screen.
QST: Jump Code

00 1
Press [UP] key once to access Motor FLA (QST 01).
QST: Cur Setpoint

01 10 Amp
Press [ENTER] key once, the cursor starts to flash in the “ones” place.
QST: Cur Setpoint

01 10 Amp
Press [LEFT] key once, the cursor flashes in the “tens” place.
QST: Cur Setpoint

01 110 Amp
Press [UP] arrow to increase the value, for a value of 30, press twice.
QST: Cur Setpoint

01 330 Amp
Press [ENTER] to store the value.
QST: Cur Setpoint

01 30 Amp
Press [UP] arrow to change another parameter in QST.
Press [MENU] to change another parameter in another group.
Press [LEFT] arrow to go back to the main screen.
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Operate Screen QST Group CFN Group PFN Group I/O Group FUN Group Fault History
Starts = 0 QST: Remote Src CFN:Inch UTS Dly PFN:Resync Tries I/O: Auto Start FUN: Passcode
05 Terminal 11 Off 18 1 15 Disabled 16 Off
Frequency = 0.0H QST:Inc Seq Time CFN:F Force Lvl PFN:Over Cur Tim I/O: DI 3 Config FUN: HE Ratio
Phase =noL 03 30 sec 03 120 % 03 1.0 sec 03 Off 03 2000:1
QST:F Apply Dly PFN: Over Cur Lvl I/O: DI 2 Config FUN: Meter 2
V1= 0 V3= 0V 02 Off 02 02 125 % 02 Off 02 Ave Volts
Current = x.xA CFN:Slip Percent PFN:Open Field T I/O: DI 1 Config FUN: Meter 1
10 01 5.0% 01 1.0 sec 01 Off 01 Ave Current
T Ready Ia= 0.0A QST: Jump Code PFN: Jump Code I/O: Jump Code FUN: Jump Code
Stopped Va= 0V 00 00 00 00
In any of the parameter groups, the user can jump to a specific parameter code by following these
steps:
! Select a parameter group that requires a change.

! At the beginning of each program group the menu will read [Jump Code]. Press the [ENTER] key.
! Enter the code number of the parameter needed to be changed then press [ENTER].
! There is no jump code for [Operate Screen].
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5 - Parameter Groups
5.1 Introduction
The MX2 SEP incorporates a number of parameters that allow you to configure the controller to meet the
special requirements of your particular application. The parameters are organized two ways, depending on the
display being used:
• When the remote LCD display is used, the parameters are divided into groups of related functionality, and
within the groups the parameters are identified by a short, descriptive name. The parameters are subdivided
into six groups. The groups are QST (Quick Start), CFN (Control Functions), PFN (Protection Functions), I/O
(Input/Output Functions), FUN (Function) and FL1 (Faults).
• When the standard, on-board LED display is used, the parameters are in a single group and numbered P1,
P2, P3… etc.
LCD parameters are divided into groups of related functionality, and within the groups the parameters are
identified by a short, descriptive name. They are numbered by the group name, followed by an index within the
group.
The Quick Start group provides a collection of parameters most commonly changed when commissioning a
controller. Many of the parameters in the Quick Start group are duplicates of parameters in other groups.
This section lists all of the parameters and possible values, and the tables provide a convenient place to record
the parameter settings for your system.
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5.2 LED / LCD Parameter Cross-Reference
Table 15: LED / LCD Cross-Reference

Parameter Control Page Parameter Control Page
Group Parameter Name Group Parameter Name
Number Mode # Number Mode #
P1 QST 01 B, BL, CF Current Setpoint 60 P40 I/O 01 B, BL, CF DI 1 Function 75
P3 QST 02 B, BL Field Application Delay Time 60 P41 I/O 02 B, BL, CF DI 2 Function 75
P6 QST 03 B Incomplete Sequence Time 61 P42 I/O 03 B, BL, CF DI 3 Function 75
P36 QST 04 B, BL, CF Local Control Source 61 P43 I/O 04 B, BL, CF DI Trip Time 76
P37 QST 05 B, BL, CF Remote Control Source 61 P44 I/O 05 B, BL, CF Relay 1 Function 76
P2 CFN 01 B Slip Percentage 63 P45 I/O 06 B, BL, CF Relay 2 Function 76
P3 CFN 02 B, BL Field Application Delay Time 63 P46 I/O 07 B, BL, CF Relay 3 Function 76
P4 CFN 03 B Field Force Level 64 P47 I/O 08 B, BL FCA Delay 77
P5 CFN 04 B Field Force Time 64 P54 I/O 09 B, BL, CF Analog Output Function 77
P10 CFN 05 B Stop Mode 64 P55 I/O 10 B, BL, CF Analog Output Span 78
P11 CFN 06 B Dynamic Brake Level 65 P56 I/O 11 B, BL, CF Analog Output Offset 78
P12 CFN 07 B Dynamic Brake Time 65 P49 I/O 12 B, BL, CF Inline Configuration 79
Field Contactor(s)
P13 CFN 08 B Dynamic Brake Delay 65 P48 I/O 13 B, BL 79
Feedback Time
P14 CFN 09 B Inch Field Level 66 P58 I/O 14 B, BL, CF Keypad Stop Enabled 80
P15 CFN 10 B Inch Field Application Time 66 P57 I/O 15 B, BL, CF Auto Start 80
P16 CFN 11 B Inch UTS Relay Delay Time 66 P17 FUN 01 B, BL, CF LCD Meter 1 81
P18 PFN 01 B Open Field Trip Time 67 N/A FUN 02 B, BL, CF LCD Meter 2 81
P19 PFN 02 B, BL, CF Over Current Level 68 P35 FUN 03 B, BL, CF HE Sensor Ratio (x:1) 82
P20 PFN 03 B, BL, CF Over Current Time 68 P36 FUN 04 B, BL, CF HE Sensor Turns 82
P21 PFN 04 B, BL, CF Under Current Level 69 P34 FUN 05 B, BL, CF Input Phase Sensitivity 83
P22 PFN 05 B, BL, CF Under Current Time 69 P23 FUN 06 B, BL, CF Rated RMS Voltage 83
P24 PFN 06 B, BL, CF Over Voltage Level 70 P60 FUN 07 B, BL, CF Rated Power Factor 84
P25 PFN 07 B, BL, CF Under Voltage Level 70 P61 FUN 08 B, BL, CF Min PF Control Current 84
Over/Under Voltage
P26 PFN 08 B, BL, CF 70 P39 FUN 09 B, BL, CF Control Type 84
Trip Time
P27 PFN 09 B, BL, CF Phase Loss Trip Time 71 P52 FUN 10 B, BL, CF COM Address (Drop #) 85
P28 PFN 10 B, BL, CF High Line Frequency Trip 71 P51 FUN 11 B, BL, CF COM Baud Rate 85
P29 PFN 11 B, BL, CF Low Line Frequency Trip 71 P50 FUN 12 B, BL, CF COM Timeout 85
P30 PFN 12 B, BL, CF Frequency Trip Time 72 P53 FUN 13 B, BL, CF COM Parity 86
P31 PFN 13 B, BL, CF Auto Fault Reset Time 72 P62 FUN 14 B, BL, CF Software Number 86
Auto Fault Reset Miscellaneous
P32 PFN 14 B, BL, CF 72 P59 FUN 15 B, BL, CF 87
Maximum Count Commands
P33 PFN 15 B Controlled Fault Shutdown 73 P63 FUN 16 B, BL, CF Passcode 88
P7 PFN 16 B Pullout Mode 73 P64 FL 1-9 B, BL, CF Fault Log —
P8 PFN 17 B Resynchronization Time 74 — — — — —
P9 PFN 18 B Resynchronization Attempts 74 — — — — —
NOTE: The Control Mode column shows which parameters apply to the three different types of control.
B = Brush type control (Field control)

BL = Brushless type control
CF = Current Follower control
See "Control Type" (FUN 09 / P39) on Page 84.
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5.3 Parameter Tables
LCD Parameters are subdivided into six groups: QST (Quick Start), CFN (Control Functions), PFN (Protection
Functions), I/O (Input/Output Functions), FUN (Function), and FL1 (Fault Log).
The Quick Start Group provides a collection of the parameters that are most commonly changed when
commissioning a controller. Many of the parameters in the Quick Start group are duplicates of the same
parameters in other groups.
The following tables show the menu structure for the LCD display, the corresponding LED code, as well as the
text displayed and pertinent information for each parameter.
If the LCD is not connected, parameters will only be shown on the MX2 Control Card LED display.
5.3.1 Quick Start Group
Table 16: Quick Start Parameter Group
Adjust
Group LED Display Parameter Setting Range Units Default During Page Setting
Run?
QST 00 — Jump Code Jump to Parameter 1–5 — 1 – 60
QST 01 P1 Current Setpoint Current Setpoint 1 – 1000 Amps 10 Y 60
QST 02 P3 Field Application Time Field Application Time OFF, 0.1 – 20.0 sec OFF Y 60
QST 03 P6 Incomplete Sequence Time Incomplete Sequence Time 1 – 200 sec 30 Y 61
TEr:Terminal
QST 04 P37 Local Control Source Local Control Source — Terminal Y 61
SEr:Serial
TEr:Terminal
QST 05 P38 Remote Control Source Remote Control Source — Terminal N 61
SEr:Serial
5.3.2 Control Function Group
Table 17: Control Function Group
Adjust
Run?
CFN 00 — Jump Code Jump to Parameter 1 – 11 — 1 — 63
CFN 01 P2 Slip Percent Slip Percentage 0.5 – 10.0 % 5.0 Y 63
CFN 02 P3 F Apply Dly Field Application Delay Time OFF, 0.1 – 20.0 sec OFF Y 63
CFN 03 P4 F Force Lvl Field Forcing Level 50 – 125 % 120 Y 64
CFN 04 P5 F Force Time Field Forcing Time OFF, 0.1 – 90.0 sec 0.1 Y 64
CoS:Coast
CFN 05 P10 Stop Mode Stop Mode — Coast N 64
DCB:Dynamic Brake
CFN 06 P11 Brake Level Dynamic Braking Level 10 – 125 % 25 Y 65
CFN 07 P12 Brake Time Dynamic Braking Time 1 – 180 sec 5 Y 65
CFN 08 P13 Brake Delay Dynamic Brake Delay 0.1 – 5.0 sec 0.5 Y 65
CFN 09 P14 Inch Field Inch Field Level 75 – 125 % 100 Y 66
CFN 10 P15 Inch F App T Inch Field Application Time 0.1 – 90.0 sec 2.0 Y 66
CFN 11 P16 Inch UTS Dly Inch UTS Relay Delay Time OFF, 0.1 – 90.0 sec OFF Y 66
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5.3.3 Protection Group
Table 18: Protection Group
Adjust
Run?
PFN 00 — Jump Code Jump to Parameter 1 – 18 — 1 – 67
PFN 01 P18 Open Field T Open Field Trip Time OFF, 0.1 – 90.0 sec 1.0 Y 67
PFN 02 P19 Over Cur Lvl Over Current Level OFF, 50 – 200 % 125 Y 68
PFN 03 P20 Over Cur Tim Over Current Time OFF, 0.1 – 90.0 sec 1.0 Y 68
PFN 04 P21 Undr Cur Lvl Under Current Level OFF, 5 – 99 % OFF Y 69
PFN 05 P22 Undr Cur Tim Under Current Time OFF, 0.1 – 90.0 sec 1.0 Y 69
PFN 06 P24 Over Vlt Lvl Over Voltage Level OFF, 1 – 40 % OFF Y 70
PFN 07 P25 Undr Vlt Lvl Under Voltage Level OFF, 1 – 40 % OFF Y 70
Over/Under Voltage Trip

PFN 08 P26 Vlt Trip Tim 0.1 – 90.0 sec 0.1 Y 70
Time
PFN 09 P27 Ph Loss Time Phase Loss Trip Time 0.1 – 5.0 sec 0.2 Y 71
PFN 10 P28 Over Frq Lvl High Line Frequency Trip 24 – 72 Hz 72 Y 71
PFN 11 P29 Undr Frq Lvl Low Line Frequency Trip 23 – 71 Hz 23 Y 71
PFN 12 P30 Frq Trip Tim Frequency Trip Time 0.1 – 90.0 sec 0.1 Y 72
PFN 13 P31 Auto Reset Auto Fault Reset Time OFF, 1 – 900 sec OFF Y 72
PFN 14 P32 Auto Rst Lim Auto Fault Reset Max Count OFF, 1 – 10 — OFF Y 72
Controlled Fault Stop

PFN 15 P33 Ctrl Flt En OFF, ON — ON Y 73
Enable
trip: Fault Immediate

Fault
PFN 16 P7 Pullout Mode Pullout Mode Response rtry: Retry after delay — Y 73
Immed
rt: Ride Through
Resynchronization Delay
PFN 17 P8 Resync Time 1 – 30 sec 5 Y 74
Timer
PFN 18 P9 Resync Tries Resynchronization Retries 1 – 10 — 1 Y 74
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5.3.4 I/O Group
Table 19: I/O Group
Adjust
Set-
Number LED Display Parameter Setting Range Units Default During Page
ting
Run?
I/O 00 — Jump Code Jump to Parameter 1 – 15 — 1 – 75
I/O 01 P40 DI 1 Config DI 1 Configuration OFF: Off

StOP: Stop
I/O 02 P41 DI 2 Config DI 2 Configuration inch: Inching
FH: Fault High
FL: Fault Low
Fr: Fault Reset
FS1: FS1 Confirm
— OFF N 75
FS2: FS2 Confirm
FF: Field Force
I/O 03 P42 DI 3 Config DI 3 Configuration
FldA: Field Apply
bdIS: Brake Disabl
bEn: Brake Enable
InLn: Inline Cnfrm
L-r: Local/Remote
I/O 04 P43 Din Trp Time Digital Fault Input Trip Time 0.1 to 90.0 sec 0.1 Y 76
I/O 05 P44 R1 Config R1 Configuration (Relay #1) OFF: Off SIFS

FLFS: Fault FS (Fail Safe)
I/O 06 P45 R2 Config R2 Configuration (Relay #2) FLnF: Fault NFS (Non Fail FS1
Safe)
SIFS: Interlock FS
SInF: Interlock NFS
run: Running
SYnc: Synced
inch: Inching
iutS: Inching UTS
AL: Alarm
rdYr: Ready — N 76
LOC: Locked Out
I/O 07 P46 R3 Config R3 Configuration (Relay #3) OC: Overcurrent Running
UC: Undercurrent
ShFS: Shunt Trip FS
SHnF: Shunt Trip NFS
FS1: Field supply contactor
FS2: Field discharge resistor
contactor
FcA: Field Contactor Aux.
dYnb: Dyn. Braking
FAn: Cool Fan Ctl
I/O 08 P47 FCA Delay FCA Time Delay OFF, 0.1 – 90.0 sec OFF Y 77
0: OFF (no output)

1: DC Current (0 – 200%)
2: Ave. Voltage (0 – 150%)
3: Motor Slip %
I/O 09 P54 Aout Fctn Analog Output Function — 0 Y 77
4: Analog Input
5: Output Voltage (based on
firing angle)
6: Calibrate (full 100% output)
I/O 10 P55 Aout Span Analog Output #1 Span 1 – 125 % 100 Y 78
I/O 11 P56 Aout Offset Analog Output #1 Offset 0 – 99 % 0 Y 78
I/O 12 P49 Inline Confg Inline Delay OFF, 1.0 – 10.0 sec 3.0 Y 79
I/O 13 P48 Cont Fbk Tim Field Contactor Feedback Time 0.1 – 5.0 sec 1.0 Y 79
On: Enabled
I/O 14 P58 Keypad Stop Keypad Stop Enabled — Enabled N 80
Off:Disabled
0: Disabled
1: Power
I/O 15 P57 Auto Start Auto Start — Disabled Y 80
2: Fault
3: Power & Fault
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5.3.5 Function Group
Table 20: Function Group
Adjust
Number LED Display Parameter Setting Range Units Default During Page Setting
Run?
FUN 00 — Jump Code Jump to Parameter 1 – 16 — 1 — 81
FUN 01 P17 Meter 1 LCD Meter 1 0: Status Ave Current Y 81

1: Ave Current
2: Ave Volts
3: L1-L2 Volts
4: L2-L3 Volts
5: L3-L1 Volts
6: Slip Percent
—
FUN 02 — Meter 2 LCD Meter 2 7: Phase Order Ave Volts Y 81
8: Line Freq
9: Analog Input
10: Analog Output
11: Run Days
12: Run Hours
13: Starts
FUN 03 P35 HE Ratio Current Sensor Ratio 1000, 2000, 5000 — 2000:1 N 82
FUN 04 P36 HE Turns Current Sensor Turns 1 – 10 — 1 N 82
FUN 05 P34 Phase Order Phase Order ABC, CBA, INS, SPH — INS N 83
100, 110, 120, 200, 208, 220,

230, 240, 320, 350, 380, 400,
Rated Input
FUN 06 P23 Rated Volts 415, 440, 460, 480, 500, 525, Vrms 120 N 83
Voltage
575, 600, 660, 690, 800, 1000,
1140
Rated
FUN 07 P60 Rated PF -0.10 – +0.10 — 1.0 Y 84
Power Factor
Minimum
FUN 08 P61 Min PF Curr 40 – 100 % 60 Y 84
PF Control Current
Fld: Field Control

BruS: Brushless Control
FUN 09 P39 Control Type Controller Type Cur: Current Control — Field Ctrl N 84
PF: Power Factor Control
PFbL: PF Control Brushless Motor
FUN 10 P52 Com Drop # Modbus Address 1 – 247 — 1 N 85
FUN 11 P51 Com Baudrate Modbus Baud Rate 1.2, 2.4, 4.8, 9.6, 19.2 Kbps 19.2 N 85
FUN 12 P50 Com Timeout Modbus Timeout OFF, 1 – 120 sec OFF Y 85
0: Even Parity, 1 Stop Bit

1: Odd Parity, 1 Stop Bit
FUN 13 P53 Com Parity Modbus Framing — 0 N 86
2: No Parity, 1 Stop Bit
3: No Parity, 2 Stop Bits
Software Part
FUN 14 P62 Software 1 Displays SW part number — — — 86
Number
0: No command
1: Powered BIST
Miscellaneous
2: Reset Run Time
FUN 15 P59 Misc Command 3: Reflash Mode — 0 N 87
Command
4: Store Parameters
5: Load Parameters
6: Factory Reset
FUN 16 P63 Passcode Passcode — — — — 88
5.3.6 LCD / LED Fault Groups
The LCD and LED Fault Groups contain a rotating list of the last 9 fault conditions recorded by the controller.
Record any values displayed for troubleshooting purposes. Refer to Appendix B.
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6 - Parameter Descriptions
6.1 Parameter Descriptions
The detailed parameter descriptions in this section are organized in the same order as they appear on the LCD
display. Each parameter has a detailed description, displayed in the following format:
MMM__ / P__ Parameter Name
LCD / LED MMM: Parameter

Displays
MI Value .8
8.8
.8
.
Range Parameter Value Range
Description The description of the function.
See Also Cross references to related parameters or other sections.
In the above format, the top of each parameter listing contains the parameter group number (as it appears in
the menu on the LCD display), the P number (as it appears in the menu on the LED display), and the parameter
name.
The LCD / LED Displays portion shows an example of what actually appears on the remote mounted LCD
keypad and the built in display, respectively. On the LCD, the parameter group (represented above by “MMM”)
and the (possibly abbreviated) parameter name are shown on the first line. The parameter group number
(represented above by “MI” for “menu index”), and the parameter’s value (and units) are shown on the second
line.
Some parameters appear in two different menus of the LCD display. This is normally the case for those
parameters in the Quick Start Group.
For some parameters, the Range section is enough to describe the parameter. For others, there may be an additional
Options section to describe each of the options that can be selected for a parameter. The form that the options take may be
different for the LED and LCD displays, so this section shows how the options appear on both displays.
The See Also portion lists cross-references to other related parameters, as well as references to further detail in other
chapters.
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QST 00 Jump to Parameter
LCD Display QST: Jump Code

00 1
Description By changing the value of this parameter and pressing [ENTER], you can jump directly to any parameter within
that group.
QST 01 / P1 Current Setpoint
LCD / LED QST: Cur Setpoint

Displays
01 10 Amp 10
Range 1 1000 Amps DC (Default: 10)
Description The Current Setpoint sets the field current supplied to the motor.
QST 02 / P3 Field Apply Delay
LCD / LED
Displays
QST: F Apply Dly
02 Off OFF
Range Off, 0.1 – 20.0 (Default: Off)
Description The following is when (FUN 09 / P39) is set to “Brush Type”:

The field apply delay timer will delay the application of the field after the motor has reached the slip speed (CFN
01 / P2).
The following is when (FUN 09 / P39) is set to “Brushless Control”:

The field apply delay timer will delay the application of the field when a start command is received. In most
cases, this should be set to a long enough time to allow the motor to reach it's operating speed before applying
the field.
NOTE: See Theory of Operation for complete descriptions of Control Modes on Page 89.
NOTE: Not used in Current Controller mode.
See Also • Controller Type (FUN 09 / P39) on Page 84.

• Digital Inputs (I/O 01–03 / P40–42) on Page 75.
• Theory of Operation, Control Modes of Synchronous Motor Controls on Page 89.
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QST 03 / P3 Inc Seq Time
LCD / LED QST: Inc Seq Time

Displays
03 30 sec 30
Range Off, 1  200 (Default: 30)
Description The Incomplete sequence timer sets how long the motor has to reach synchronization before the controller
trips on an incomplete sequence fault. The motor has to be synchronized for 3 seconds before the
synchronizing sequence is considered complete.
NOTE: The Incomplete seq timer starts when the start command is given.
NOTE: Not used in Current Control mode.
QST 04 / P36 Local Source
LCD / LCD QST: Local Src

Displays
04 Terminal tEr
Range LCD LED Description
Terminal tEr The start/stop control is from the terminal strip inputs. (Default)
Serial SEr The start/stop control is from the network.
Description The MX2 SEP can have two sources of start and stop control: Terminal and Serial. Two parameters, Local
Source (QST 04 / P37), and Remote Source (QST 05 / P38), select the source of the start and stop control.
If a digital input is programmed as Local / Remote, then that input selects the control source. When the input is
low, the local source is used. When the input is high, the remote source is used. If no digital input is
programmed as Local / Remote, then the local/remote bit in the controller control Modbus register selects the
control source. The default value of the bit is Local (0).
NOTE: By default, the [STOP] key is always enabled, regardless of selected control source. It may be
disabled though using the Keypad Stop Disable (I/O 14) parameter.
See Also • Local Source (QST 05 / P37) parameter on Page 61.

• Digital Input Configuration (I/O 01–03 / P40–42) parameters on Page 75.
QST 05 / P37 Remote Source
LCD / LED QST: Remote Src

Displays
05 Terminal tEr
Terminal tEr The start/stop control is from the terminal strip inputs. (Default)
Serial SEr The start/stop control is from the network.
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Description The MX2 SEP can have two sources of start and stop control: Terminal and Serial. Two parameters, Local
Source (QST 04 / P37), and Remote Source (QST 05 / P38), select the source of the start and stop control.
If a digital input is programmed as Local / Remote, then that input selects the control source. When the input is
low, the local source is used. When the input is high, the remote source is used. If no digital input is
programmed as Local / Remote, then the local/remote bit in the controller control Modbus register selects the
control source. The default value of the bit is Local (0).
Figure 16: Local / Remote Source
Local Source
“Local/Remote”
input, DI1-DI3,
configured by parameter
Modbus Starter Control Register

Local/Remote Bit

• Digital Input Configuration (I/O 01–03 / P40–42) parameters on Page 75.
• Keypad Stop Disable (I/O 14 / P58) parameter on Page 80.
• Modbus Register Map - Appendix E
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CFN 00 Jump to Parameter
LCD Display CFN: Jump Code

00 1
that group.
CFN 01 / P2 Slip Percent
LCD / LED CFN: Slip Percent

Displays
01 5.0% .
50
Range 0.5 – 10.0% (Default: 5.0)
Description The slip percentage sets how close to synchronous speed the motor must be before synchronization is
attempted. The motor speed is calculated by subtracting the slip from 100%. For example, 5% slip equals 95%
motor speed.
NOTE: Setting this parameter too low can cause the speed to never be reached, and synchronization to
never be attempted.
NOTE: Brush type motor only. (FUN 09 / P39) set to “Field Type”.
CFN 02 / P3 Field Apply Dly
LCD / LED CFN: F Apply Dly

Displays
02 Off OFF
Range Off, 0.1 – 20.0 (Default: Off)
Description The following is when (FUN 09 / P39) is set to “Brush Type”
The field apply delay timer will delay the application of the field after the motor has reached the slip speed (CFN
01 / P2).
The following is when (FUN 09 / P39) is set to “Brushless Control”
The field apply delay timer will delay the application of the field when a start command is received. In most
cases, this should be set to a long enough time to allow the motor to reach it's operating speed before applying
the field.
NOTE: Not used in Current control mode.
See Also • Controller Type (FUN 09 / P39) on Page 84.

• Theory of Operation, Control Modes of Synchronous Motor Controls on Page 89.
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CFN 03 / P4 Field Force Level
LCD / LED CFN: F Force Lvl

Displays
03 120% 120
Range 50 – 125% (Default: 120)
Description The Field Force Level allows a user to over drive the field at synchronization for a programmed time. This is
most commonly used where the load takes more time to stabilize or the application requires a higher magnitude
of torque to synchronize.
NOTE: May require a higher voltage field supply transformer to produce the desired current.
CFN 04 / P5 Field Force Time
LCD / LED CFN: F Force Time

Displays
04 0.1 .1
0
Range Off, 0.1 – 90.0 (Default: 0.1)
Description The Field Force Time sets how long the system will apply the field forcing current before dropping to the
programmed current.
NOTE: Not used in Current Control mode (FUN 09 / P39).
CFN 05 / P10 Stop Mode
LCD / LED CFN: Stop Mode

Displays
05 Coast CoS
Range Coast, Dyn Brake (Default: Coast)
Description One of two Stop Modes can be chosen.
Coast:
When Coast mode is selected the controller will immediately remove the DC field when a stop command is
received. The controller will perform a sequenced stop to ensure the motor field is properly removed.
Dynamic Braking:
When Dynamic brake mode is selected the controller will perform a dynamic braking sequence. The controller
will maintain the motor field current and sequence a braking resistor to quickly stop the motor.
NOTE: The motor controller must have a contactor and dynamic braking resistor installed to use dynamic
braking.
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See Also • Dynamic Brake Level (CFN 06 / P11) on Page 65.

• Dynamic Brake Time (CFN 07 / P12) on Page 65.
• Dynamic Brake Delay (CFN 08 / P13) on Page 65.
CFN 06 / P11 Dynamic Brake Level
LCD / LED CFN: Brake Level

Displays
06 25% 25
Range 10 – 125% (Default: 25)
Description The Dynamic Brake Level sets the level of DC field current when in Dynamic Braking mode.
NOTE: See Dynamic Braking in Theory of Operation on Page 97.
NOTE: Brush type motor only: (FUN 09 / P39) set to "Field Type".
CFN 07 / P12 Dynamic Brake Time
LCD / LED CFN: Brake Time

Displays
07 5 sec 5
Range 1 – 180 seconds (Default: 5)
Description The dynamic brake time sets the amount of time that the brake relay is energized. The brake relay is used to
connect the dynamic braking resistor.
CFN 08 / P13 Dynamic Brake Delay
LCD / LED CFN: Brake Delay

Displays
08 0.5 sec .
05
Range 0.1 – 5.0 seconds (Default: 0.5)
Description The dynamic brake delay parameter sets the delay time between the stop command being received and the
brake relay being energized. This parameter sets a coasting time for the motor.
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CFN 09 / P14 Inch Field Level
LCD / LED
Displays
CFN: Inch Field
09 100% 100
Range 75 – 125% (Default: 100%)
Description The inching field level parameter sets the field current level that will be applied when the controller is in inching
mode. This current will be applied when a digital input programmed to “inch” is energized and the inch field
application delay time (CFN 10 / P15) has expired.
The inching is used to sequence the application of the field when the motor is being inched. The actual motor
inching is performed by the stator controller.
Inching operating sequence
See Also • Inch Field Application Time (CFN 10 / P15) on Page 66.
• Inch UTS Delay (CFN 11 / P16) on Page 66.
CFN 10 / P15 Inch Field Application Delay Time
LCD / LED CFN: Inch F App T

Displays
10 2.0 .0
2
Description The Delay before Inching Field Application time delay sets the delay time between the “inching” digital input
being energized and the inching field current being applied to the motor.
NOTE: See (CFN 09 / P14) for inching operating sequence.
CFN 11 / P16 Inch UTS Delay
LCD / LED CFN: Inch UTS Dly

Displays
11 Off OFF
Range Off, 0.1 – 90.0 seconds (Default: Off)
Description The Inch UTS delay starts timing after the inching field has been applied and delays the energizing of any relay
that is programmed as Inching UTS.
NOTE: See (CFN 09 / P14) for inching operating sequence.
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PFN 00 Jump to Parameter
LCD / LED PFN: Jump Code

Displays
00 1
that group.
PFN 01 / P18 Open Field Trip Time
LCD / LED PFN: Open Field T

Displays
01 1.0 sec .0
1
Range Off, 0.1 – 90.0 seconds (Default: 1.0)
Description The Open field trip time parameter sets how long before the controller will trip if an open field is detected during
starting.
NOTE: If the motor is still spinning and a start is attempted, the unit may trip on open field.
NOTE: Brush type motor only, (FUN 09 / P39) set to "Field Type".
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PFN 02 / P19 Over Current Level
LCD / LED
Displays
PFN: Over Cur Lvl
02 125% 125
Range Off, 50 – 200% (Default: 125)
Description The Over Current Trip Level sets the high field current trip level. This parameter should be set to the highest
continuously allowable field current. Usually this value is 125% of rated field current. Consult the motor
manufacturer if necessary.
A relay can be programmed to change state when an over current alarm condition is detected.
Alarm Fault
% Current Condition Trip
Over Cur Level

PFN 01
Current Setpoint
QST 01
Time
Delay Time
PFN 02
See Also • Over Current Level (PFN 02 / P19) parameter on Page 68.
• Relay Output Configuration (I/O 05–07 / P44–46) parameters on Page 76.
PFN 03 / P20 Over Current Time
LCD / LED PFN: Over Cur Tim

Displays
03 1.0 sec .0
1
Description The Over Current Trip Time parameter sets the period of time that the motor field current must be greater than
the Over Current Level (PFN 02) parameter before an over current fault and trip occurs.
If “Off” is selected, the over current timer does not operate and the controller does not trip. It energizes any
relay set to Over current until the current drops.
A shear pin function can be implemented by setting the delay to its minimum value.
See Also • Over Current Level (PFN 02 / P19) on Page 68.
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PFN 04 / P21 Under Current Level
LCD / LED PFN: Undr Cur Lvl

Displays
04 Off OFF
Range Off, 5 – 100% (Default: Off)
Description The Under Trip Current Level sets the low field current trip level. This parameter should be set to the lowest
continuously allowable field current. Consult the motor manufacturer if necessary.
A relay can be programmed to change state when an over current alarm condition is detected.
Alarm Fault
Condition Trip
% Current
Current Setpoint
QST 01
Under Cur Level

PFN 04
Time
Under Current Time

PFN 05
See Also • Under Current Time (PFN 05 / P22) on Page 69.
PFN 05 / P22 Under Current Time
LCD / LED PFN: Under Cur Tim

Displays
05 15% .0
1
Description The Under Current Trip Time parameter sets the period of time that the motor field current must be less than
the Under Current Level (PFN 04) parameter before an under current fault and trip occurs.
If “Off” is selected, the over current timer does not operate and the controller does not trip. It energizes any
relay set to Under current until the current raises or the controller trips on an overload.
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PFN 06 / P24 Over Voltage Level
LCD / LED PFN: Over Vlt Lvl

Displays
06 Off OFF
Range Off, 1 – 40% FLA (Default: Off)
Description If the controller detects a one cycle input phase voltage that is above the Over Voltage Level, the Voltage Trip
Timer (PFN 08 / P26) begins counting. The delay time must expire before the controller faults. The Over
voltage condition and the phase is displayed.
NOTE: For the over voltage protection to operate correctly, the rated voltage parameter (FUN 06 / P23)
must be set correctly.
PFN 07 / P25 Under Voltage Level
LCD / LED
Displays
PFN: Under Vlt Lvl
07 Off OFF
Range Off, 1 – 40% (Default: Off)
Description If the controller detects a one cycle input phase voltage that is below the Under Voltage Level, the Voltage Trip
Timer (PFN 08 / P26) begins counting. The delay time must expire before the controller faults. The Under
voltage condition and the phase is displayed.
NOTE: For the under voltage protection to operate correctly, the rated voltage parameter (FUN 06 / P23)
must be set correctly.
PFN 08 / P26 Voltage Trip Time
LCD / LED PFN: Vlt Trip Tim

Displays
08 0.1 sec .
01
Description The Voltage Trip Time parameter sets the period of time that either an Over Voltage (PFN 06) or Under Voltage
(PFN 07 / P25) condition must exist before a fault occurs.
See Also • Over Voltage Level (PFN 06 / P24) on Page 70.

• Under Voltage Level (PFN 07 / P25) on Page 70.
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PFN 09 / P27 Phase Loss Time
LCD / LED PFN: Ph Loss Time

Displays
09 0.2 sec .
02
Description The Phase Loss Time parameter sets the delay time on Fault 27 “Phase Loss”. This fault detects a loss of
proper phase timing even when the phasing remains valid; Example: loss of line when the motor back
generates a voltage
PFN 10 / P28 Over Frequency Level
LCD / LED
Displays
PFN: Over Frq Lvl
10 72 Hz 72
Range 24 – 72 Hz (Default: 72)
Description The Over Frequency Level parameter sets the highest line frequency that the controller will operate on.
When operating on line power, the default setting will usually suffice. If the application is speed sensitive, or
the line power is suspect, the high frequency parameter can be set to the highest acceptable frequency. When
operating on generator power, the high frequency parameter should be set to the highest acceptable
frequency. This will ensure that a generator problem will not cause unnecessarily large fluctuations in the
speed of the motor.
The frequency must be above the high frequency setting for the frequency delay parameter before the
controller will recognize a high frequency condition. Once a high frequency condition exists, the controller will
shut down and display a fault 13, “High Line Frequency” Trip.
PFN 11 / P29 Under Frequency Level
LCD / LED PFN: Undr Frq Lvl

Displays
11 23 Hz 23
Range 23 – 71 Hz (Default: 23)
Description The Under Frequency Level parameter sets the lowest line frequency that the controller will operate on.
When operating on line power, the default setting will usually suffice. If the application is speed sensitive, or
the line power is suspect, the low frequency parameter can be set to the lowest acceptable frequency. When
operating on generator power, the low frequency parameter should be set to the lowest acceptable frequency.
This will ensure that a generator problem will not cause unnecessarily large fluctuations in the speed of the
motor.
The frequency must be below the low frequency setting for the frequency delay parameter before the controller
will recognize a low frequency condition. Once a low frequency condition exists, the controller will shut down
and display a Fault 12, “Low Line Frequency” Trip.
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PFN 12 / P30 Frequency Trip Time
LCD / LED PFN: Frq Trip Tim

Displays
12 0.1 sec .1
0
Range 0.1 90.0 seconds (Default: 0.1)
Description The frequency delay parameter sets the time that the line frequency must go above the over frequency trip
point or below the under frequency trip parameter before a high or low frequency fault will occur.
See Also • Over Freq Level (PFN 10) on Page 71.

• Under Freq Level (PFN 11) on Page 71.
PFN 13 / P31 Auto Fault Reset Time
LCD / LED PFN: Auto Reset

Displays
13 Off OFF
Range Off, 1 – 900 seconds (Default: Off)
Description The Auto Fault Reset Time parameter sets the time delay before the controller will automatically reset a fault.
For the list of faults that can be auto reset, refer to Appendix B - Fault Codes on Page 113.
PFN 14 / P32 Auto Reset Limit
LCD / LED PFN: Auto Rst Lim

Displays
14 Off OFF
Range Off, 1 – 10 (Default: Off)
Description The Auto Reset Limit parameter sets the number of times that an auto reset may occur. Once the Auto Reset
Limit is reached, faults will no longer be automatically reset.
NOTE: If the maximum reset count has been reached and the controller has locked out, only a user reset
will clear the reset counts.
NOTE: If a few auto resets have been performed but the count has not reached the limit, the number of
accumulated resets will be cleared after 15 minutes if another fault does not occur.
NOTE: The count can be always cleared by power cycling the controller.
See Also • Auto Reset Time (PFN 13 / P31) on Page 72.
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PFN 15 / P33 Controlled Fault Stop Enable
LCD / LED PFN: Ctrl Flt En

Displays
15 On On
Range Off – On (Default: On)
Description A Controlled Fault Stop can occur if this parameter is “On”. If this parameter is on, the controller will brake the
motor before faulting when the Stop Mode (CFN05 / P10) is set to “Dyn brake”. If the Stop mode is set to
“Coast” then this parameter has no effect on the operation.
NOTE: Only certain faults can initiate a controlled fault stop. Some faults are considered too critical and
cause the controller to trip immediately regardless of the Controlled Fault Stop Enable parameter.
Refer to Appendix B - Fault Codes on Page 113 to determine if a fault may perform a controlled stop.
See Also • Stop Mode (CFN 05 / P10) on Page 64.

• Appendix B - Fault Codes on Page 113.
PFN 16 / P7 Pullout Mode
LCD / LED
Displays
PFN: Pullout Mode
16 Fault Immed Fi
Range Fault Immed (Default)
Retry
Ride Thru
Description The pullout mode selects the controllers response to a slipped pole. The controller can be set to either trip
immediately, try a number of resynchronization attempts, or attempt to ride through the situation. A
resynchronization attempt consists of removing the field for the delay time and then reapplying the field.
Fault Immed:
Immediately trips the controller on a loss of sync fault, if a slipped pole or pullout is detected.
Retry:
In this mode the controller will try to resynchronize the motor a maximum of the selected number (1 - 10) of
times. If a slipped pole is detected, the field will be removed. The system will wait the user selected Resync
Time (PFN 17 / P8), then resynchronization will be attempted. The controller will try the selected number of
Resync Tries (PFN 18 / P9), waiting the delay period in between each resynchronization attempt. If
resynchronization is not achieved after the selected number of attempts, the controller will fault on a Loss of
Sync fault.
Ride Thru:
If a slipped pole is detected, the system will keep the field applied. If resynchronization is NOT detected in the
user selected Resync Time (PFN 17 / P8), the controller will trip on a Loss of Sync fault.
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NOTE: Selecting the Ride Through option can result in very large torque pulsations and large line current
oscillations when the motor is slipping poles with the field still applied. The user should verify that
the motor, mechanical, and electrical systems are capable of supporting this situation without
damage.
See Also • Resync Time (PFN 17 / P8) on Page 74.

• Resync Tries (PFN 18 / P9) on Page 74.
PFN 17 / P8 ReSync Time
LCD / LED PFN: Resync Time

Displays
17 5 sec 5
Range 1 – 30 seconds (Default 5)
Description Sets how long the field is removed if a slipped pole is detected when the controller is set to "Retry" in (PFN / P7
16).
When Pullout Mode (PFN 16 / P7) is set as "Ride Thru" and resynchronization is NOT detected within the
Resync Time then a fault will occur.
PFN 18 / P9 ReSync Tries
LCD / LED PFN: Resync Tries

Displays
18 1 1
Range 1 – 10 (Default: 1)
Description When Pullout Mode (PFN 16 / P7) is set as “Retry” the controller will try to resync the motor the number of
times this parameter is set to.
The Resync Tries counter is reset each time the motor is stopped.
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I/O 00 Jump to Parameter
LCD Display I/O: Jump Code

00 1
that group.
I/O 01- 03 / P40 - 42 Digital Input Configuration
LCD / LED I/O: DI 1 Config

Displays
01 Off OFF
I/O: DI 2 Config
01 Off OFF
I/O: DI 3 Config
01 Off OFF
Off OFF Off, Not Assigned, Input has no function. (Default DI 1, DI 2, DI3)
Stop StOP Stop Command for 3-wire control.
Inching inch Start the inching DC field application sequence.
Fault High FH Fault High, Fault when input is asserted, 120V applied.
Fault Low FL Fault Low, Fault when input is de-asserted, 0V applied.
Fault Reset Fr Reset when input asserted, 120V applied.
FS1 Confirm FS1 aux FS1 contact input to confirm FS1 contactor operation.
FS2 Confirm FS2 aux FS2 contact input to confirm FS2 contactor operation.
Field Force FF Switch to the field force current setting when energized.
Field Apply FldA Allow DC field application. This input must energize after all other conditions
for field applications are met before the field will be applied.
Brake Disabl bdlS Disable DC injection braking.
Brake Enable bEn Enable DC injection braking.
Inline Cnfrm InLn Inline contactor feedback.
Local/Remote L-r Local/Remote control source, Selects whether the Local Source parameter or the
Remote Source parameter is the control source. Local Source is selected when
input is de-asserted, 0V applied. Remote Source selected when input asserted,
120V applied.
Description I/O parameters 1 - 3 configure which features are performed by the D1 to D3 terminals.

• Remote Source (QST 05 / P38) parameter on Page 61.
• Incomplete Sequence Timer (QST 03 / P6) on Page 61.
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I/O 04 / P43 Digital Input Trip Time
LCD / LED I/O: Din Trp Time

Displays
09 0.1 sec .1
0
Range 0.1 90.0 Seconds (Default: 0.1 Sec)
Description The Digital Input Trip Time parameter sets the length of time that the digital input must be high or low before a
trip occurs. This delay time only functions for fault high and fault low.
See Also • Digital Input Configuration parameters on Page 75.
I/O 5 - 7 / P44 - 46 Relay Output Configuration
LCD / LED I/O: R1 Config

Displays
05 Interlock FS SIFS
I/O: R2 Config
06 FS1 FS1
I/O: R3 Config
07 Running run
Off OFF Off, Not Assigned. May be controlled over Modbus
Fault FS FLFS Faulted – Fail Safe operation. Energized when no faults present,de-energized
when faulted.
Fault NFS FLnF Faulted– Non Fail Safe operation. Energized when faulted.
Interlock FS SIFS Interlock relay, fail safe operation. This relay will energize when the controller is
ready for a start command. The interlock relay must be used to interlock the
stator controller. (Default R1)
Interlock NFS SInF Interlock relay, non fail safe operation. This relay will be energized when the
controller is not ready for a start command. The interlock relay must be used to
interlock the stator controller.
Running run Motor is running. (Default R3)
Synced SYnc The controller has synchronized the motor.
Inching inch Controller is in inching mode.
Inch UTS iutS Controller is in inching mode and the inching UTS timer has expired.
Alarm AL Alarm, any alarm condition present.
Ready rdYr Ready, controller ready for start command.
Locked Out LOC Locked Out.
Overcurrent OC Overcurrent Alarm, overcurrent condition detected.
Undercurrent UC Undercurrent Alarm, undercurrent condition detected.
Shunt FS ShFS Shunt Trip Relay – Fail Safe operation, energized when no shunt trip fault present,
de-energized on shunt trip fault.
Shunt NFS ShnF Shunt Trip Relay – Non Fail Safe operation, de-energized when no shunt trip fault
present, energized on shunt trip fault.
FS1 FS1 Used to control a field application contactor. (Default R2)
FS2 FS2 Used to control a field discharge resistor contactor.
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Fld Cont Aux FcA Controller is synchronized and the FCA Delay timer (P47 / I/O 08) has expired.
Dyn Brake dYnb Used to control the dynamic braking resistor contactor.
Cool Fan Ctl FAn Heatsink fan control.
Description I/O parameters 1 - 3 configure which functions are performed by the R1 to R3 relays.
See Also • Over Current Level (PFN 02 / P19) parameter on Page 68.
• Under Current Level (PFN 04 / P25) parameter on Page 69.
• Inline Configuration (I/O 12 / P49) parameter on Page 79.
• Appendix B - Fault Codes on Page 113.
I/O 8 / P47 FCA Delay Timer
LCD / LED I/O: FCA Delay

Displays
8 Off OFF
Range Off, 0.1 – 90.0 seconds (Default: Off)
Description The FCA delay timer controls the “Fld Cont Aux” relay. Once the controller has synchronized the motor, it will
count down this timer and then energize any relay programmed as “Fld Cont Aux” relay.
See Also • Relay Output Configuration (I/O 05–07 / P44–46) on Page 76.
I/O 9 / P54 Analog Output Function
LCD / LED I/O: Ain Trp Lvl

Displays
17 Off OFF
Off 0 Disabled (Default)
0-200% Curr 1 Based on per cycle RMS values
0-150% Volt 2 Based on per cycle RMS values
0-100% Slip 3 Motor speed, 100% = stopped, 0% = full speed
0-100% Ain 4 The output value takes into account the inputs span and offset settings
0-100% Firing 5 Output Voltage to Motor, based on SCR firing angle
Calibration 6 Calibration, full (100%) output
Description The Analog Output Function parameter selects the function of the analog output. The available analog output
function selections and output scaling are shown below. The analog output is updated every 25 msec.
See Also • Analog Output Span (I/O 10 / P55) parameter on Page 78.
• Analog Output Offset (I/O 11 / P56) parameter on Page 78.
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I/O 10 / P55 Analog Output Span
LCD / LED I/O: Aout Span

Displays
10 100% 100
Range 1 – 125% (Default: 100%)
Description The analog output signal can be scaled using the Analog Output Span parameter. For a 0-10V output or 0-
20mA output, a 100% scaling outputs the maximum voltage (10V) or current (20mA) when the selected output
function requests 100% output. A scale of 50% outputs 50% voltage/current when the analog output function
requests a 100% output.
NOTE: For a 4-20mA output, set the Analog Output Span to 80% and the Analog Output Offset (I/O 11 /
P56) parameter to 20%.
NOTE: The output does not exceed 100% (10V or 20mA).
Example: 0% output => 4mA, 100% output => 20ma
Analog
Output
10V /
20mA
Aout Span =
80%
2V / 4mA Aout Offset

0 V / 0mA = 20%
Selected Output Selected Output
value = 0% value = 100%
See Also • Analog Output Offset (I/O 11 / P56) parameter on Page 78.
I/O 11 / P56 Analog Output Offset
LCD / LED
Displays
I/O: Aout Offset
11 0% 0
Range 0 – 99% (Default: 0%)
Description The analog output signal can be offset using the Analog Output Offset parameter. A 50% offset outputs a 50%
output (5V in the 10V case) when 0% is commanded. If the selected variable requests 100% output, the span
should be reduced to (100 minus offset) so that a 100% output request causes a 100% output voltage (x%
offset + (100-x)%span) =100%.
NOTE: For a 4-20mA output, set the Analog Output Span (I/O 10) to 80% and the Analog Output Offset
to 20%.
See Also • Analog Output Span (I/O 10 / P55) parameter on Page 78.
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I/O 12 / P49 Inline Configuration
LCD / LED I/O: Inline Confg

Displays
12 3.0 sec .0
3
Range Off, 0 – 10.0 seconds (Default: 3.0)
Description The Inline Configuration parameter controls the behavior of the No Line warning, No Line fault, and the Ready
relay function.
If the Inline Configuration parameter is set to “Off”, then the MX2 SEP assumes that there is no Inline contactor
and that line voltage should be present while stopped. If no line is detected, then a No Line alarm condition
exists and the ready condition does not exist. If a start is commanded, then a No Line fault is declared.
If the Inline Configuration parameter is set to a time delay, then the MX2 SEP assumes that there is an Inline
contactor and that line voltage need not be present while stopped. If no line is detected, then the No Line alarm
condition does not exist and the ready condition does exist. If a start is commanded and there is no detected
line voltage for the time period defined by this parameter, then a “noL” (No Line) fault is declared.
In order to control an inline contactor, program a relay as a “Running” relay.
NOTE: This fault is different than over/under voltage trip delay time (PFN 08 / P26) since it detects the
presence of NO line.
See Also • Relay Output Configuration (I/O 05–07 / P44–46) parameters on Page 76.
I/O 13 / P48 Contactor Feedback Time
LCD / LED
Displays
I/O: Cont Fbk Tim
13 1.0 sec .0
1
Range 0.1 – 5.0 seconds (Default: 1.0 sec)
Description FS1 and FS2. This is the delay to allow the contactor to operate, and the feedback to appear once the MX
changed its output relay, which is operating the contactor.
See Also • Digital Input Configuration (I/O 01–03 / P40–42) on Page 75.
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I/O 14 / P58 Keypad Stop Disable
LCD / LED I/O: Keypad Stop

Displays
14 Enabled On
Disabled OFF Keypad Stop does not stop the controller
Enabled On Keypad Stop does stop the controller (Default)
Description If “Disabled”
When this parameter is set to “Disabled”, the keypad [STOP] button is de-activated; this should be done with
caution, as the [STOP] button will not stop the controller.
If “Enabled”
When this parameter is set to “Enabled”, the keypad [STOP] button is enabled and trips the controller on a
keypad stop fault regardless of the selected control source (QST 04 / P37 or QST 05 / P38) selected as
(terminal or serial).

I/O 15 / P57 Auto Start Selection
LCD / LED I/O: Auto Start

Displays
15 Disabled 0
Disabled 0 When disabled, the Start input must always transition from low to high for a
start to occur. (Default)
Power 1 When set to Power, a start will occur if the Start input is high while control power
is applied.
Fault 2 When set to Fault, a start will occur if the Start input is high when a fault is reset.
Power, Fault 3 When set to Power and Fualt, a start will occur if the Start input is high while
control power is applied, and a start will occur if the Start input is high when a fault
is reset.
Description The Auto Start parameter determines whether or not a transition from low to high is required on the Start input
for a start to occur after either a power up or a fault reset.
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FUN 00 Jump to Parameter
LCD Display FUN: Jump Code

00 1
that group.
FUN 01- 02 / P17 Meter 1 - Meter 2
LCD / LED FUN: Meter 1

Displays
01 Ave Current 0
FUN: Meter 2
02 Ave Volts

Status 0 Running State. (LED Meter only, Default LED meter)
Ave Current 1 DC field current. (Default LCD Meter 1)
Ave Volts 2 Average Voltage L-L RMS. (Default LCD Meter 2)
L1-L2 Volts 3 Voltage in, L1 to L2 RMS.
Slip Percent 6 The percentage of rotor slip.
Phase Order 7 Phase rotation.
Line Freq 8 Line Frequency.
Analog Input 9 Analog Input %.
Analog Out 10 Analog Output %
Run Days 11 Running time in days, wraps at 2,750 days.
Run Hours 12 Running time in Hours and Minutes, wraps at 24:00.
Starts 13 Number of Starts, wraps at 65,536.
Description For the LED display, this parameter configures which single meter is displayed on the main screen. For the
LCD display, parameters FUN 01 and FUN 02 configure which meters are displayed on the two lines of the
main display screen.
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FUN 03 / P35 Hall Effect Ratio
LCD / LED FUN: HE Ratio

Displays
03 2000:1 2000
Range 1000:1, 2000:1, 5000:1 (Default: 2000:1)
Description
Number of Turns Burden Resistance

Hall Effect Ratio Current Low Current High
(FUN04 / P36) (Ohms)
6 100 ohm, 0.5W, 1% 1 8
4 100 ohm, 0.5W, 1% 9 12

1000:1
2 100 ohm, 0.5W, 1% 13 25
1 100 ohm, 0.5W, 1% 26 50
6 56.2 ohm, 1W, 1% 5 35
4 56.2 ohm, 1W, 1% 36 50

2000:1
2 56.2 ohm, 1W, 1% 51 100
1 56.2 ohm, 1W, 1% 101 200
1 56.2 ohm, 1W, 1% 201 400
5000:1 1 15 ohm, 0.5W, 1% 401 600
1 10 ohm, 0.5W, 1% 600 900
NOTE: The 5000:1 hall effect sensor requires +/- 24VDC.
FUN 04 / P36 Hall Effect Turns
LCD / LED FUN: HE Turns

Displays
04 1 1
Range 1 – 10 Turns (Default: 1)
Description See above parameter (FUN 03 / P35) for Number of Turns.
The Hall Effect turns parameter sets the number of times the field power wire passes through the window of the
Hall Effect current sensor.
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FUN 05 / P34 Input Phase Sensitivity
LCD / LED FUN: Phase Order

Displays
05 Insensitive 1nS
Insensitive InS Runs with any three phase sequence. (Default)
ABC AbC Only runs with ABC phase sequence.
CBA CbA Only runs with CBA phase sequence.
Single Phase SPH Single Phase.
Description The Input Phase Sensitivity parameter sets the phase sensitivity of the controller. This can be used to protect
the motor from a possible change in the incoming phase sequence. If the incoming phase sequence does not
match the set phase rotation, the controller displays an Alarm while stopped and faults if a start is attempted.
FUN 06 Rated RMS Voltage
LCD / LED FUN: Rated Volts

Displays
05 120 Vlt 120
Range 100, 110, 120, 200, 208, 220, 230, 240, 340, 350, 380, 400, 415, 440, 460, 480, 500, 525, 575, 600, 660, 690,
800, 1000, 1140 (Default: 120)
Description The Rated Voltage parameter sets the line voltage that is used when the controller performs Over and Under
line voltage calculations. This value is the supply voltage, NOT the motor utilization voltage.
NOTE: Rated Voltage must be set properly for the controller to operate properly.
See Also • Meter (FUN 01 / P17) parameter on Page 81.

• Under Voltage Level (PFN 07 / P25) parameter on Page 70.
• Voltage Trip Time (PFN 08 / P26) parameter on Page 70.
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FUN 07 / P60 Rated Power Factor
LCD / LED FUN: Rated PF

Displays
07 1.0 .0
1
Range -0.10 – +0.10 (Default: 1.0)
Description The Rated Power Factor parameter sets the reference point for the PF controller algorithm. The PF will adjust
the field current to achieve this motor power factor
See Also • Min PF Control Current (FUN 08 / P61) parameter on Page 84.
FUN 08 / P61 Min PF Control Current
LCD / LED FUN: Min PF Curr

Displays
08 60% 60
Range 40% – 100% (Default: 60%)
Description The Minimum Power Factor Control Current parameter sets the minimum field current that will be allowed when
operating in Power Factor Control Mode.
See Also • Rated Power Factor (FUN 07 / P60) parameter on Page 84.
FUN 09 / P39 Control Type
LCD / LED FUN: Control Type

Displays
09 Field Ctl Fct1
Field Ctl FcT1 Brush type motor field controller.
See Brushtype control in Section 7.1.1 on Page 89.
Brushless bruS Brushless type field controller.
See Brushless control in Section 7.1.2 on Page 90.
Curr Follow cFoL DC current controller
See Current Follower in Section 7.1.3 on Page 90.
PF Control PF Power Factor Control
See Power Factor Control in Section 7.1.4 on Page 91.
PF Control BL PFbL Power Factor Control - Brushless Motor
See Power Factor Control in Section 7.1.4 on Page 91.
NOTE: Control Types are described in the Theory of Operation section beginning on Page 89.
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FUN 10 / P52 Com Address (Drop #)
LCD / LED FUN: Com Drop #

Displays
10 1 1
Range 1 – 247 (Default: 1)
Description The Communication Address parameter sets the controller’s address for Modbus communications.

FUN 11 / P51 Communication Baudrate
LCD / LED FUN: Com Baudrate

Displays
11 19200 19
.2
Range 1200, 2400, 4800, 9600, 19200 bps (Default: 19200)
Description The Communication Baud Rate parameter sets the baud rate for Modbus communications.

FUN 12 / P50 Communication Timeout
LCD / LED FUN: Com Timeout

Displays
12 Off OFF
Range Off, 1 – 120 (Default: Off)
Description The Communication Timeout parameter sets the time that the controller continues to run without receiving a
valid Modbus request. If a valid Modbus request is not received for the time that is set, the controller declares a
F82 (Modbus Timeout Fault). The controller performs a controlled stop.

• Stop Mode (CFN 05 / P10) parameter on Page 64.
• Controlled Fault Stop Enable (PFN 15 / P33) parameter on Page 73.
• Communication parameters (FUN 10–13 / P50–53) on Pages 85–86.
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FUN 13 / P53 Communication Parity
LCD / LED FUN: Com Parity

Displays
13 Even, 1 Stop O
Range LCD LED
Even, 1 Stop (Default) 0
Odd, 1 Stop 1
None, 1 Stop 2
None, 2 Stop 3
Description The Communication Parity parameter sets both the parity and number of stop bits.
See Also • Communication parameters (FUN 10–13 / P50–53) on Pages 85–86.
FUN 14 / P62 Software 1
LCD / LED FUN: Software 1

Displays
14 810027-01-08 O
Description The Software Part Number parameter displays the MX2 SEP software version, for hardware BIPC-300063-01.
When calling Benshaw for service, this number should be recorded so it can be provided to the service
technician.
In addition to viewing the software version with this parameter, the software version is also displayed on power
up. On the LED display, the software version is flashed one character at a time on power up. On the LCD
display, the software PN is fully displayed on power up.
NOTE: The seven segment LED in position one will flash the current software version currently in use
when first powered on. The full software part number will flash consecutively (one digit per
second).
For Example: 8...1...0...0...2...7...-...0...1...-...0...8
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FUN 15 / P59 Miscellaneous Commands
LCD / LED FUN: Misc Command

Displays
15 None O
None 0 No commands (Default)
Powered BIST 1 Built In Self Test with line voltage applied to the controller
Reset RT 2 Reset Run Time Meter
Reflash Mode 3 Activate Reflash Mode
Store Params 4 The current parameter values are stored in non-volatile memory
Load Params 5 All parameter are retrieved from non-volatile memory
Factory Rst 6 All parameters are restored to the factory defaults
Description The Miscellaneous Commands parameter is used to issue various commands to the MX2 SEP controller.
The powered BIST command will put the controller into a powered BIST test. See section 8.7.1 on Page 107.
The Reset Run Time command resets the user run time meters back to zero (0).
The Reflash Mode command puts the MX2 SEP into a reflash program memory mode. The reflash mode can
only be entered if the MX2 SEP controller is idle. When the reflash mode is entered, the MX2 SEP waits to be
programmed. The onboard LED display shows “FLSH”. The remote display is disabled after entering reflash
mode. The MX2 SEP does not operate normally until reflash mode is exited. Reflash mode may be exited by
cycling control power.
The Store Parameters command allows the user to copy the parameters into non-volatile memory as a backup.
If changes are being made, store the old set of parameters before any changes are made. If the new settings
do not work, the old parameter values can be loaded back into memory.
The Load Parameters command loads the stored parameters into active memory.
The Factory Reset command restores all parameters to the factory defaults. These can be found in chapter 5.
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FUN 16 / P63 Passcode
LCD / LED FUN: Passcode

Displays
16 Off OFF
Description The MX2 SEP supports a 4-digit passcode. When the passcode is set, parameters may not be changed.
The MX2 SEP provides a means of locking parameter values so that they may not be changed. Once locked,
the parameters values may be viewed on the display, but any attempt to change their values by pressing the
[UP] or [DOWN] key is ignored.
Viewing the Passcode parameter indicates whether or not the parameters are locked. If they are locked, the
Passcode parameter displays "On". If they are not locked, the Passcode parameter displays “Off”.
To lock the parameters, press the [ENTER] key while viewing the Passcode parameter. This allows entry of a 4-
digit number. Press the [UP] or [DOWN] keys and [ENTER] for each of the four digits. After entering the fourth
digit, the number is stored as the passcode and the parameters are locked.
Once parameters are locked, the same 4-digit number must be re-entered into the Passcode parameter in
order to unlock them. Any other 4-digit number entered will be ignored.
When a passcode is set and an attempt is made to change a parameter through the display/keypad, the [UP]
and [DOWN] keys simply have no effect. When a passcode is set and an attempt is made to change a
parameter through Modbus, the MX2 SEP returns an error response with an exception code of 03 (Illegal Data)
to indicate that the register can not be changed.
LED Display
The following steps must be performed to set a passcode using the LED Display:
1. At the default meter display, press the [PARAM] key to enter the parameter mode.
2. Press the [UP] or [DOWN] keys to get to the Passcode parameter (FUN 16).
3. Press the [ENTER] key. “Off” is displayed to indicate that no passcode is currently set.
4. Press the [UP] or [DOWN] keys and [ENTER] for each digit to be defined, select a value from 0000 to
9999 starting at the most significant digit.
5. Press the [ENTER] key to set the passcode.
The following steps must be performed to clear a passcode:

1. At the default meter display, press the [PARAM] key to enter the parameter mode.
2. Press the [UP] or [DOWN] keys to get the Passcode parameter (FUN16).
3. Press the [ENTER] key. “On” is displayed to indicate that a passcode is presently set.
4. Press the [UP] or [DOWN] keys and [ENTER] after each digit to select the previously set passcode value.
5. Press the [ENTER] key. The passcode is then cleared.
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7 - Theory of Operation
7.1 Control Modes of Synchronous Motor Operation
7.1.1 Brush Type (Field Control) Synchronous Motor Operation
The brush type (field control) synchronous motor will start as an induction motor. The field winding will
generate an AC voltage during starting, and a resistor must be connected to the winding to control the voltage
levels generated. The size of the resistor is also partly responsible for the torque the motor generated during
starting. Once the motor has reached synchronizing speed, the field is applied and the motor synchronizes.
Figure 18: Brush Type Synchronous Motor Operation Curve
Synchronizing Conditions:
The following conditions must be true before the controller will apply the DC field to a brush type motor:
• A start command must be given.
• Motor slip must be less than the slip percentage (CFN 01 / P2) or the motor speed must be greater than
100% - slip parameter (CFN 01 / P2).
• The Field Application delay Timer (QST 02 / P3) must expire.
• The digital input(s) (I/O 01–03 / P40–42) programmed as “Field Apply”.
See Also • Slip Percentage (CFN 01 / P2) on Page 63.

• Field Application Delay Timer (QST 02 / P3) on Page 60.
Stator Protection must be set up for:

• Lagging Power Factor to trip, in the case of loss of synchronization.
• Stator IOC (Over Current) must be set for a level approximately 1.5 to 3 times the motor stator FLA that
will indicate if the rotor has pulled out, and is slipping poles. Contact the motor manufacturer or
Benshaw for more information.
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Timeline
PARAMETERS
Slip<Set-point Field Apply Delay Field Apply Input
(CFN01 / P2) (QST02 / P3) (Digital Input)
ACTIONS
Start Sync Speed DC applied DC applied
Command Reached (if no digital input) (if Field Apply
Digital Input)
7.1.2 Brushless Type Synchronous Motor Operation
The brushless type synchronous motor will start as an induction motor. All of the field controls are installed on
the rotor of the motor. The external motor controller just has to provide the DC field current for the auxiliary
generator at the appropriate time.
Synchronizing Conditions:
The following conditions must be true before the controller will apply the DC field to a brush type motor:
• A start command must be given.
• The Field Application Delay Timer (QST 02 / P3) must expire.
• The digital input(s) programmed as “Field Apply” must be energized.
• If the Field Application Delay Timer is turned “OFF” and there is a digital input programmed for “Field
Apply” then the field will be applied when the input is energized.
• If the Field Application Delay Timer is turned “OFF” and there is no digital input programmed then the
field will be applied as soon as the run command is received.
See Also • Slip Percentage (CFN 01 / P2) on Page 63.

• Field Application Delay Timer (QST 02 / P3) on Page 60.
Timeline
7.1.3 Current Follower
The Current Follower is used to provide a regulated DC current. This controller can be used any place that a
regulated DC current is required.
When the controller is used in Current Follower mode it will provide the DC current when a start is provided.
There are no other conditions that have to be met before the DC is provided.
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7.1.4 Closed Loop Power Factor Control
The MX2 SEP controller optionally provides closed loop motor power factor (PF) control. In this mode the motor
will be started as described in Sections 7.1.1 and 7.1.2 for the brush type or brushless type motor. After motor
synchronization has been completed, active PF control will be enabled. As the load and stator voltage of a
synchronous motor changes, the motor’s operating power factor will change. Typically a motor manufacturer
will provide what is called the “V” curves of a motor (see example below) that describe the motor power factor
and stator current, relative to the motor load and the field excitation current level.
Unity
Power Factor
Lagging PF Leading PF
Rated P
Stator - AC Amps
P=50%
P=0
I
Field Excitation - DC Amps
In this example, the load curves are drawn at 0% load, 50% load, and 100% load. The dotted unity PF line is
drawn through the curves. When the motor is operating to the left of the unity PF line the motor’s PF will be
lagging (reactive) and when operating right of the unity PF line the motor’s PF will be leading (capacitive).
What can be seen from these curves is that the motor PF varies depending on motor load and DC field current
level. For example, if a motor is operating at unity PF at 50% load, and the load is increased to 100%, the motor
PF will become lagging. When MX2 SEP PF control is used, the field current will be automatically increased so
that the motor continues to operate at its defined PF level.
Closed loop PF control has multiple benefits:
1. As the mechanical load changes on the motor, the motor PF will change. PF control will actively raise or
lower the field excitation current so that the motor operates at the desired PF set point. Also by operating
at the optimal PF, the stator current magnitude can be minimized, which minimizes losses. By raising the
field current as load increases, in order to keep a constant PF, the pull out torque capability of the motor
will also be increased as the field current is raised.
2. As input voltage levels vary, the PF control can stabilize the PF of the motor to prevent swings in motor
power factor that can occur.
3. A synchronous motor can be used to drive a mechanical load, as well as provide leading (capacitive)
Vars to a plant power system. These leading Vars can be used to improve the overall PF of the facility.
Closed loop PF control allows the user to set a given PF set point; then the PF control will adjust the
motor field excitation current to operate the motor at the desired set point.
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7.2 Hall Effect Current Sensor
The Hall Effect Current sensor is connected to the analog input of the MXSEP card along with a burden
resistor. The analog input must be set to be a 0-10V voltage input for correct operation. The sensor scaling
and burden resistance are factory selected. Please consult factory if changes to either the sensor scaling or
burden resistance is required.
7.2.1 Analog Input
The analog input is used for Hall Effect input. The SW1 switch must be set to the voltage loop configuration.
Figure 19: SW1 DIP Switch Settings
ANALOG INPUT ANALOG OUTPUT

SW1-1 SW1-2
ON = 0-20mA ON = 0-10V
OFF = 0-10V OFF = 0-20mA
The terminals for the Analog input on the MX2 card (TB5) are as follows:
2) + input (white)
3) - input (black)
4) Common (black)
NOTE: The analog input (Hall Effect) is a low voltage input, maximum of 15VDC. The input will be
damaged if control power (115VAC) or line power is applied to the analog input.
The terminals for the synchronous controller card (LEM) are as follows:
To LEM To MX2 card

1) + (to LEM, red) 5) M (white)
2) M (to LEM, white) 6) Com (black)
3) - (to LEM, black) 7) GND (shield)
4) GND (shield)
Figure 20: LEM Connections
To LEM To MX2 Card (COM)
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Figure 21: Hall Effect Connections (0 - 700 Amps)
GO TO LEM
TB5
+ M -
White M
White
Black
Black
Red
COMMON
BURDEN RESISTOR
(SEE FUN03 / P 35)
300063-01-xx
LEM (MX² CARD)
300044-02-01
(SYNC CARD)
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7.3 Simplified I/O Schematics
Figure 22: Digital Input Simplified Schematic
Figure 23: Analog Input Simplified Schematic
Figure 24: Analog Output Simplified Schematic
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7.4 Remote Modbus Communications
The MX2 SEP controller provides a Modbus RTU to support remote communication.
The communication interface is RS-485, and allows up to 247 slaves to be connected to one master (with
repeaters when the number of drops exceeds 31). Please refer to Figures 24 and 25 for connection diagrams.
7.4.1 Supported Commands
The MX2 SEP supports the following Modbus commands:

• Read Holding Registers (03 hex)
• Read Input Registers (04 hex)
• Preset Single Register (06 hex)
• Preset Multiple Registers (10 hex)
Up to 64 registers may be read or written with a single command.
7.4.2 Modbus Register Addresses
The Modbus specification defines holding registers to begin at 40001 and input registers to begin at 30001.
Holding registers may be read and written. Input registers may only be read.
In the MX2 SEP, the register maps are identical for both the holding registers and the input registers. For
example, the Motor FLA parameter is available both in holding register 40101 and in input register 30101. This
is why the register addresses in the Modbus Register Map are listed with both numbers (e.g. 30101/40101).
7.4.3 Cable Specifications
Good quality twisted, shielded communications cable should be used when connecting to the Modbus port on
the MX2 SEP. The cable should contain two twisted pairs and have an overall shield. Use one pair of
conductors for the A(-) and B(+) signals. Use the other pair of conductors for the Common signal. The cable
should adhere to the following specifications:
• Conductors: 2 twisted pair
• Impedance: 100 Ohm to 120 Ohm
• Capacitance: 16 pF/ft or less
• Shield: Overall shield or individual pair shields
Examples of cables that meet these specifications:

• Belden part number 9842
• Alpha Wire part number 6412.
7.4.4 Terminating Resistors
The MX2 SEP does not have a terminating resistor for the end of the trunk line. If a terminating resistor is
required, the resistor must be wired to the terminal block.
The purpose of terminating resistors is to eliminate signal reflections that can occur at the end of a network
trunk line. In general, terminating resistors are not needed unless the bit rate is very high, or the network is very
long. In fact, terminating resistors place a large load on the network and may reduce the number of drops that
may be placed on the network.
The maximum baudrate of 19,200 supported by the MX2 SEP is not high enough to warrant a terminating
resistor unless the network is extremely long (3,000 feet or more). A terminating resistor should only be
installed on the MX2 SEP if signal reflection is known to be a problem and only if the MX2 SEP is at the end of
the network. Terminating resistors should never be installed on nodes that are not at the end of the network.
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7.4.5 Grounding
RS-485 buses with isolated nodes are most immune to noise when the bus is not connected to earth ground at
any point. If electrical codes require that the bus be connected to earth ground, then the Common signal should
be connected to earth ground at one point and one point only. If the Common signal is connected to earth
ground at more than one point, then significant currents can flow through the Common signal when earth
ground potentials are different at those points. This can cause damage to devices attached to the bus.
7.4.6 Shielding
The shield should be continuous from one end of the trunk to the other. The shield must be tied to the RS-485
Common signal at one point and one point only. If the shield is not tied to Common at any point or is tied to
Common at more than one point, then its effectiveness at eliminating noise is greatly reduced.
7.4.7 Wiring
Figure 22 shows the wiring of TB4 to a Modbus-485 Network. If the controller is the end device in the network,
a 120, 1/4W terminating resistor may be required. Please refer to Figure 24 for wire and termination.
Figure 25: TB4 Connector
TB4
B+
A-
COM
Figure 26: Modbus Network Wiring Example
IMPORTANT
DO NOT CREATE STUBS.
CABLE MUST GO TO
EACH STARTER
Right
Wrong
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7.5 Dynamic Braking
The dynamic braking can be used to quickly stop the motor. The motor is used as a generator and the energy
from the motor is dissipated into resistors. Dynamic Braking only works on Brush type motors.
Braking Operation Sequence
Figure 27: MX2 ATL Synchronous Brushtype with DB Braking Resistor.
The dynamic braking resistor is sized to 3X the motor FLA at rated motor voltage. For example, motor with
stator rated 600VAC, 380A, rated 2 starts/hour hot.
Resistor is sized to draw 1140A when 600VAC is applied:

• 600 / (sqrt3 x 1140) = 0.304 ohms/phase Y connected
• 600 / (1140/sqrt3) = 0.912 ohms / phase delta connected
The resistor must be capable of dissipating the energy in the rotating assembly. The energy is calculated as:
E = 0.0002311 x I x rpm2, where: I = total inertia in lb.ft2

E = energy in J = w.s
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8 - Troubleshooting & Maintenance

8.1 Safety Precautions
For the safety of maintenance personal, as well as others who might be exposed to electrical hazards
associated with maintenance activities, the safety related work practices of NFPA 70E, Part II, should always
be followed when working on electrical equipment. Maintenance personnel must be trained in the safety
practices, procedures, and requirements that pertain to their respective job assignments.
WARNING: To avoid shock hazard, disconnect main before working on controller, motor, or control
devices such as start/stop pushbuttons. Procedures which require parts of the equipment to be
energized during troubleshooting, testing, etc, must be performed by properly qualified personnel,
using appropriate work practices and precautionary measures as specified in NFPA70, Part II.
CAUTION: Disconnect the controller from the motor before measuring insulation resistance (IR) or the
motor windings. Voltages used for insulation resistance testing can cause failure of SCRs. Do not
make any measurements on the controller with an IR tester (megger).
8.2 Preventive Maintenance
8.2.1 General Information
Preventive maintenance performed on a regular basis will help to ensure that the controller continues to
operate reliably and safely. The frequency of preventive maintenance depends upon the type of maintenance,
and the installation site environment.
NOTE: Preventive maintenance should always be performed by a trained technician.
8.2.2 Preventive Maintenance
During Commissioning:
• Torque all power connections during commissioning, including factory wired equipment.
• Check all of the control wiring in the package for loose connections.
• If fans are installed, ensure proper operation.
After the controller has been put in operation:

• Re-torque all power connections, including factory wired equipment.
• Inspect the cooling fans after two weeks to ensure proper operation.
After the first month of operation:

• Clean any accumulated dust from the controller using a clean source of compressed air or a vacuum cleaner.
• Re-torque all power connections, then repeat annually.
• Inspect the cooling fans every three months to ensure proper operation.
• Clean or replace any air vent filters on the controller every three months.
NOTE: If mechanical vibrations are present at the installation site, inspect the electrical connections more
frequently.
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8.3 General Troubleshooting Charts
The following troubleshooting charts can be used to help solve many of the common issues that may occur.
8.3.1 Motor does not start, no output to motor
Condition Cause Solution

Check for proper control voltage input.
Display Blank, CPU Heartbeat LED on MX2 Control voltage absent.
Verify fuses and wiring.
board not blinking.
MX2 SEP control board problem. Consult factory.
See fault code troubleshooting table for
Fault Displayed. Fault Occurred.
more details.
Verify that the start/stop wiring and start
Start/Stop control input problems.
input voltage levels are correct.
Start command given but nothing happens.
Control Source parameters (QST 04–05 / Verify that the parameters are set
P4–5) not set correctly. correctly.
Check input supply for inline contactor, open
disconnects, open fuses, open circuit
breakers, or disconnected wiring.
Verify that the SCR gate wires are
properly connected to the MX2 SEP control
NOL or No Line is displayed and a start No line voltage has been detected by the board.
command is given, it will fault in F28. MX2 SEP when a start command is given.
On medium voltage systems, verify
wiring of the voltage feedback measurement
circuit.
more details.
8.3.2 During starting, motor rotates but does not reach full speed

more details.
8.3.3 Motor stops unexpectedly while running

more details.
Verify start command input signal is present
or serial communications start command is
Ready Displayed. Start command lost. present.
Check any permissive that may be wired
into the run command (Start/Stop)
Check for proper control voltage input.
Display Blank, Heartbeat LED on MX2 card Control voltage absent.
Verify wiring and fuses.
not blinking.
MX2 control card problem. Consult factory.
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8.3.4 Metering incorrect (Hall Effect)

Loose connections. Shut off all power and check all connections.
Verify that the SCRs gate leads are
SCR fault.
connected properly and the SCRs are ok.
Current or Voltage meters fluctuating with Verify that the load is actually steady and that
steady load. Load actually is not steady.
there are not mechanical issues.
Other equipment on same power feed
Fix cause of power fluctuations and/or
causing power fluctuations and/or
distortion.
distortion.
HE ratio parameter (FUN03 / P34) set Verify that the HE ratio parameter is set
Current Metering not reading correctly.
incorrectly. correctly
8.3.5 Other Situations

Erratic Operation Loose connections Shut off all power and check all connections
Fan power supply lost Verify fan power supply, check fuses.
Controller cooling fans do not operate
Fan wiring problem Check fan wiring.
(When Present)
Fan failure Replace fan.
Voltage/Current output switch (SWI-2) not
Set switch SW1 to give correct output.
set correctly
Wiring problem Verify output wiring.
Analog Output Function parameter (I/O09 / Verify that the Analog Output Function
P53) set incorrectly parameter is set correctly.
Analog Output Offset and/or Span
Analog Output not functioning properly Verify that the Analog Output Span and
parameters (I/O11 / P55 and I/O10 / P54)
Offset parameters are set correctly.
set incorrectly
Verify that load on analog output meets the
Load on analog output too high
MX2 analog output specifications.
Verify correct grounding of analog output
Ground loop or noise problems connection to prevent noise and/or ground
loops from affecting output.
Verify that the remote keypad cable has not
Keypad cable not plugged in properly or been damaged and that it is properly seated
Remote Keypad does not operate correctly cable is damaged at both the keypad and the MX2 control
card.
Remote display damaged Replace remote display.
Passcode is set —
Cannot change parameters Controller is running —
Modbus is overriding —
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8.4 Fault Code Table
The following is a list of possible faults that can be generated by the MX2 SEP controller:
Fault Code Description Detailed Description of Fault / Possible Solutions

Slip percentage (CFN 01 / P2) is set too low.
F01 Incomplete Sequence
Incomplete Sequence Time (QST 03 / P6) is set too low.
Slip percentage (CFN 01 / P2) is set too low.
F09 Loss of Synchronous
Incomplete Sequence Time (QST 03 / P6) is set too low.
Line frequency below Setpoint (PFN11 / P29) was detected for longer than the
Freq Trip Time (PFN12 / P30).
Verify input line frequency.
F12 Low Line Frequency
If operating on a generator, check generator speed governor for malfunctions.
Check input supply for open fuses or open connections.
Line power quality problem / excessive line distortion.
Line frequency above Setpoint (PFN10 / P28) was detected for longer than the
Freq Trip Time (PFN12 / P30).
F13 High Line Frequency Verify input line frequency.

If operating on a generator, check generator speed governor for malfunctions.
Line power quality problem / excessive line distortion.
Three-phase power has been detected when the controller is expecting single-
phase power.
Verify that input power is single phase.
F14 Input power not single phase Verify that single-phase power is connected to the L1 and L3 inputs. Correct wiring
if necessary.
Verify that the SCR gate wires are properly connected to the MX2 SEP control
card.
Single-phase power has been detected when the controller is expecting three-
phase power.
F15 Input power not three phase Verify that input power is three phase. Correct wiring if necessary.
card.
Low voltage below the Under voltage Trip Level parameter setting (PFN07 / P25)
was detected for longer than the Over/Under Voltage Trip delay time (PFN08 /
P26).
F21 Low Line L1-L2 Verify that the actual input voltage level is correct.
Verify that the Rated Voltage parameter (FUN06 / P23) is set correctly.
Low voltage below the Under voltage Trip Level parameter setting (PFN07 P25)
P26).
Low voltage below the Under voltage Trip Level parameter setting (PFN07 / P25)
P26).
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High voltage above the Over Voltage Trip Level parameter setting (PFN 06 / P24)
was detected for longer than the Voltage Trip Time (PFN 08 / P26)
F24 High Line L1-L2
Verify that the actual input voltage level is correct
Verify that the Rated Voltage parameter (FUN 06 / P23) is set correctly
F25 High Line L2-L3 Verify that the actual input voltage level is correct
F26 High Line L3-L1 Verify that the actual input voltage level is correct.
The MX2 SEP has detected the loss of one or more input or output phases when
the controller was running. Can also be caused by line power dropouts.
Check input supply for open fuses.
F27 Phase Loss
Check power supply wiring for open or intermittent connections.
Check motor wiring for open or intermittent connections.
Check Gate and Cathode connections to MX2 SEP card.
No input voltage was detected for longer than the Inline Configuration time delay
parameter setting (P49/ I/O12) when a start command was given to the controller.
If an inline contactor is being used, verify that the setting of the Inline Configuration
time delay parameter (I/O12 / P49) allows enough time for the inline contactor to
completely close.
F28 No Line Check input supply for open disconnects, open fuses, open circuit breakers or dis-
connected wiring.
card.
On medium voltage systems, verify wiring of the voltage feedback measurement
circuit.
Motor current exceeded the Over Current Trip Level setting (PFN02 / P19) for
longer than the Over Current Trip Delay Time setting (PFN03 / P20).
Check motor wiring for short circuits or ground faults.
F31 Field Overcurrent
Check motor for short circuits or ground faults.
Verify that the motor FLA (QST01 / P1) and HE Sensor Ratio (FUN03 / P35) & HE
Sensor Turns (FUN04 / P36) settings are correct.
Motor current exceeded the Undercurrent Trip Level (PFN04 / P21) for longer than
F34 Field Undercurrent the Under Current Trip Delay Time (PFN05 / P22).
Check system for cause of under current condition.
Motor current dropped under the Under Current Trip Level setting (PFN04 / P21)
No Current at Run / Open Field for longer than the Under Current Trip Delay time setting (PFN05 / P22).
F39
during Run
Check system for cause of under current condition.
F40 Open Field at Start No current was detected in the Field winding during a motor start.
Check motor wiring for ground faults.
Check motor for ground faults.
F41 Current at Stop Megger motor and cabling (disconnect from controller before testing).
Verify that the Current Setpoint (QST01 / P1) and HE Sensor Ratio (FUN03 / P35)
& HE Sensor Turns (FUN04 / P36) settings are correct.
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The FS1, FS2 contactor did not close.
Check wiring to coil of contactor.
F48 FS1 or FS2 Contactor Fault
Check feedback wiring from contactor to digital input
Check Cont Feedback Time (I/O13 / P48).
The in-line contactor did not close.
Check wiring to coil of contactor.
F49 Inline Contactor Fault
Check feedback wiring from auxiliary contactor to digital input.
Check in-line fault delay (I/O12 / P49).
Low control power (below 90V) has been detected while running.
Check control power transformer tap setting, fuses (if available).
F50 Control Power Low Verify that the control power input level is correct, especially during starting when
there may be significant line voltage drops.
Check wiring between control power source and controller.
Indicates that the MX2 control card self-diagnostics have detected a problem with
one or more of the current sensor inputs.
Verify that the Current Setpoint (QST01 / P1) and HE Sensor Turns (FUN04 / P36)
F51 Current Sensor Offset Error
and burden switch settings are correct.
Verify that no actual current is flowing through any of the controllers CTs when the
controller is not running.
During powered BIST, the measured field current is 10% or more over the
reference current setpoint.
F55 BIST Overcurrent fault
Verify that the Current Setpoint (QST01 / P1), HD Sensor Ratio (FUN03 / P35),
and HE Sensor Turns (FUN04 / P36) settings are correct.
Verify that the SCR gate wires are properly connected to the MX2 SEP Control
card.
During powered BIST, the measured field current is 10% or more below the
reference current setpoint.
F56 BIST Undercurrent fault Verify that the Current Setpoint (QST01 / P1), HD Sensor Ratio (FUN03 / P35),
and HE Sensor Turns (FUN04 / P36) settings are correct.
Verify that the SCR gate wires are properly connected to the MX2 SEP Control
card.
Verify that the wiring between the MX2 card and the Hall Effect sensor is correct.
The MX2 SEP electronic power stack OL protection has detected an overload
F59 External Fault on Stack Input condition.
Thermal switch on Power stack has opened.
DI#1 has been programmed as a fault type digital input and the input indicates a
fault condition is present.
F60 External Fault on DIN#1 Input Verify that the appropriate Digital Input Configuration parameter has been pro-
grammed correctly.
Verify wiring and level of input.
grammed correctly.
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grammed correctly.
F68 LCD Keypad Stop Button Fault Indicates that the unit was stopped by pressing the keypad stop.
Indicates that communication has been lost with the remote keypad. (This fault
normally occurs if the remote keypad is disconnected while the MX2 SEP control-
ler is running. Only connect and disconnect a remote keypad when the control
power is off).
F81 Keypad Communication Fault
Verify that the remote keypad cable has not been damaged and that its connectors
are firmly seated at both the keypad and the MX2 SEP control card.
Route keypad cables away from high power and/or high noise areas to reduce
possible electrical noise pickup.
Indicates that the controller has lost serial communications. Fault occurs when the
controller has not received a valid serial communications within the
Communication Timeout parameter (FUN12 / P50) defined time.
F82 Modbus Timeout Fault Verify communication parameter settings (FUN10 – FUN13).
Check wiring between the remote network and the MX2 SEP control card.
Examine remote system for cause of communication loss.
Typically occurs when attempting to run a version of control software that is
incompatible with the MX2 SEP control card hardware being used. Verify that the
software is a correct version for the MX2 SEP control card being used. Consult
F94 CPU Error – SW fault factory for more details.
Fault can also occur if the MX2 SEP control has detected an internal software
problem. Consult factory.
The MX2 SEP found the non-volatile parameter values to be corrupted. Typically
occurs when the MX2 SEP is re-flashed with new software.
CPU Error – Parameter EEPROM
F95 Perform a Factory Parameter reset and then properly set all parameters before
Checksum Fault
resuming normal operation.
If fault persists after performing a Factory Parameter reset, consult factory.
F96 CPU Error The MX2 SEP has detected an internal CPU problem. Replace card.
F97 CPU Error – SW Watchdog Fault The MX2 SEP has detected an internal software problem. Replace card
F98 CPU Error The MX2 SEP has detected an internal CPU problem. Replace card.
The non-volatile program memory has been corrupted. Replace card.
CPU Error – Program EPROM
F99 Consult Factory. Control software must be reloaded in to the MX2 SEP control
Checksum Fault
card before normal operation can resume.
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8.5 SCR Testing
8.5.1 Resistance
The SCRs in the controller can be checked with a standard ohmmeter to determine their condition.
Remove power from the controller before performing these checks.
• Check L to F+ for each phase. The resistance should be over 50k ohms.
• Check L to F- for each phase. The resistance should be over 50k ohms
• Check between the gate leads for each SCR (red and white twisted pair). The resistance should be from 8 to
50 ohms.
NOTE: The resistance measurements may not be within these values and the SCR may still be good.
The checks are to determine if an SCR is shorted or if the gate in an SCR is shorted or open. An
SCR could also still be damaged even though the measurements are within the above
specifications.
8.5.2 Voltage
Extreme caution must be observed while performing these checks since the controller has lethal voltages
applied while operating.
Using a DC voltmeter, check between the gate leads for each SCR (red and white twisted pair). The voltage
should between 0.5 and 2.0 volts.
8.6 Field Discharge Resistor Sizing
The induced field voltage (product of induced field in amperes and discharge resistance in ohms) must be
between 200 and 1000 VAC at zero and 95% speed. When the motor is between 0% and 95% speed, there is
an AC voltage applied. After 95% speed, the DC field will kick in. Refer to the example below.
• Induced field current: 0% speed, 30 A; 95% speed, 17 A

• Recommended field discharge resistance: 25 ohms
• 25 ohm x 28 A = 700 V (zero speed check)
• 25 ohm x 15 A = 375 V (95% speed check)
The requirements are met for this example.
If the induced field voltage is greater than 1000 volts, contact the factory.
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8.7 Built-In Self Test (BIST)
The MX2 SEP has a line powered test that is used to verify the current transformer’s locations and connections
and to test for shorted SCRs/power poles, open or non-firing SCRs/power poles, and ground fault conditions.
8.7.1 Powered BIST Tests
The powered BIST tests are designed to be run with normal line voltage applied to the controller and a motor
connected. Powered BIST verifies that the power poles are good, the Hall Effect sensor is connected and
positioned correctly, and that the motor is connected.
Powered BIST mode can be entered by entering the appropriate value into the FUN 15 – Miscellaneous
Command user parameter.
NOTE: The load wiring MUST be fully connected before starting the powered BIST tests. Also the motor
must be at rest (stopped). Otherwise the powered BIST tests will not function correctly.
NOTE: Before using the powered BIST test function, the following MX2 SEP user parameters MUST be
set for correct operation of the powered BIST test: Current Setpoint (QST 01 / P1), HE Sensor
Ratio (FUN 03 / P35), Hall Effect Sensor Turns (FUN 04 / P36), Phase Order (FUN 05 / P34),
Rated Voltage (FUN 06 / P23), and Control Type (FUN 09 / P39).
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8.7.2 BIST Programming / Test Instructions
Step 1
LCD Display LED Display

Access FUN 15 then press [ENTER]. Access P59 then press [ENTER].
Increment up to “Powered BIST” Press [UP] button to #6

then press [ENTER]. then press [ENTER].
Powered BIST test will commence. Powered BIST test will commence.
FUN: Misc Command

15 Powered BIST O
Step 2 - Apply Line
The MX2 SEP will indicate that line power must be applied if line power is not present.
LCD Display (BIST Mode) LED Display
Apply line
to begin BIST BA1
Step 3 - DC Field Test
The MX2 SEP will provide the programmed field current to the motor. Measure the DC current with an ammeter
to verify the proper current is being applied. This level will be maintained for 60 seconds before moving to the
next step, or the start button can be pressed at any time to move on.
BIST I = x.xA
Field Test BF1
Step 4
BIST Mode
Tests completed B--
The controller will reset back to normal operation once the BIST is complete.
Pressing [ENTER] on the keypad at any time will abort the BIST test.
NOTE: The powered BIST tests will verify that the input phase order is correct. If the measured phase
order is not the same as the “Phase Order” (FUN 05 / P34) parameter a phase order fault will
occur.
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8.8 SCR Replacement
This section is to help with SCR replacements on stack assemblies. Please read prior to installation.
8.8.1 Typical Stack Assembly
8.8.2 SCR Removal
To remove the SCR from the heatsink, loosen the two bolts (3) on the loader bar side of the clamp. Do not turn
on the nuts (5). The nuts have a locking ridge that sink into the aluminum heatsink. Do ¼ turns until the SCR
comes loose. Remove the SCRs from the heatsink.
NOTE: Do not loosen nut on indicator washer (6). This will change the clamping pressure of the clamp
and the clamp will be defective.
8.8.3 SCR Installation
• Coat the faces of the SCRs to be installed with a thin layer of EJC (Electrical Joint Compound).
• Place the SCRs onto the dowel pins. The top SCR will have the cathode to the left and the bottom SCR will
have the cathode to the right. The SCR symbol has a triangle that points to the cathode.
• Finger tighten nuts on the bolts.
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8.8.4 SCR Clamp
SCR Clamp Parts
Item # Quantity Description

1 1 Loader Bar
2 2 Insulator cup
3 2 Bolt
4 2 Washer
5 2 Serrated nut (larger style clamp has 1 support bar)
6 1 or 2 Indicator Washer – Quantity dependant on style of clamp
8.8.5 Tightening the Clamp
Finger tighten the clamp. Ensure that both bolts are tightened an equal amount so that the loader bar (item 1)
is square in the heatsink. Tighten the bolts equally in 1/8 turn increments until the indicator washer(s) (item 6),
which are under the nut(s) in the center of the loader bar, becomes loose indicating the clamp is tight. On the
loader bars with two indicator washers, it may be necessary to tighten or loosen one side of the clamp to get
both indicator washers free.
8.8.6 Tightening the SCR
After the SCRs have been replaced, conduct the resistance test as outlined in Section 8.5.
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Appendix A - Alarm Codes
Appendix A - Alarm Codes
Alarm Codes
The following is a list of all MX2 alarm codes. The alarm codes correspond to associate fault codes. In general,
an alarm indicates a condition that if continued, will result in the associated fault.
Alarm
Description Notes
Code
This occurs when the motor thermal content reaches 90%. The MX2 SEP
A02 Motor Overload Alarm trips when it reaches 100%. The alarm continues until the overload trip
lockout is reset
This alarm exists while the MX2 SEP is stopped, line voltage is detected
A10 Phase Rotation not ABC and phase sensitivity parameter is set to ABC. If a start is commanded, a
Fault 10 occurs.
This alarm exists while the MX2 SEP is stopped, line voltage is detected
A11 Phase Rotation not CBA and phase sensitivity parameter is set to CBA. If a start is commanded, a
Fault 11 occurs.
This alarm exists when the MX2 SEP has detected a line frequency below
A12 Low Line Frequency the user defined low line frequency level. The alarm continues until either
the line frequency changes to be in range or the fault delay timer expires.
This alarm exists when the MX2 SEP has detected a line frequency
above the user defined high line frequency level. The alarm continues
A13 High Line Frequency
until either the line frequency changes to a valid frequency or the fault
delay timer expires.
This alarm exists while the MX2 SEP is stopped, set to single phase
A14 Input power not single phase mode, and line voltage is detected that is not single phase. If a start is
commanded, a Fault 14 occurs.
This alarm exists while the MX2 SEP is stopped, set to a three-phase
A15 Input power not three phase mode, and single-phase line voltage is detected. If a start is commanded,
a Fault 15 occurs.
This alarm exists while the MX2 SEP is stopped and low line voltage is
A21 Low Line L1–L2
detected. If a start is commanded, a Fault 21 may occur.
This alarm exists while the MX2 SEP is stopped and high line voltage is
A24 High Line L1–L2
This alarm exists while the MX2 SEP is running and a phase loss condi-
A27 Phase Loss tion is detected, but the delay for the fault has not yet expired. When the
delay expires, a Fault 27 occurs.
This alarm exists while the MX2 SEP needs to be synchronized or is try-
A28 No Line
ing to sync to the line and no line is detected.
This alarm exists while the MX2 SEP is running and the average current
A31 Overcurrent is above the defined threshold, but the delay for the fault has not yet
expired. When the delay expires, a Fault 31 occurs.
This alarm exists while the MX2 SEP is running and the average current
is below the defined threshold, but the delay for the fault has not yet
A34 Undercurrent
expired. When the delay expires, a Fault 34 occurs.
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Alarm
Description Notes
Code
This alarm exists while the MX2 SEP SEP is running and a current imbal-
ance above the defined threshold is detected,
A37 Current Imbalance
but the delay for the fault has not yet expired. When the delay expires, a
Fault 37 occurs.
This alarm exists while the MX2 SEP is running and a ground current
A38 Ground Fault above the defined threshold is detected, but the delay for the fault has not
yet expired. When the delay expires, a Fault 38 occurs.
A47 Stack Over temperature Alarm This occurs when the stack thermal rises above 105%.
A60 External Alarm on DI 1 Input
This occurs when a digital input is in its fault state but before the fault
state has expired.
This alarm exists if the analog input exceeds the defined threshold, but
A71 Analog Input Level Trip Alarm the delay for the fault has not yet expired.
When the delay expires, a Fault 71 occurs.
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Appendix B - Fault Codes
Appendix B - Fault Codes

Fault Codes
Fault Controlled Shunt Trip Auto-Reset

Description
Code Fault Stop Fault Allowed
F00 No fault — — —
F01 Incomplete Sequence Y N Y
F09 Loss of Synchronization Y N Y
F12 Low Line Frequency N N Y
F13 High Line Frequency N N Y
F14 Input power not single phase N N Y
F15 Input power not three phase N N Y
F21 Low Line L1-L2 Y N Y
F24 High Line L1-L2 Y N Y
F27 Phase Loss N N Y
F28 No Line N N Y
F31 Field Overcurrent Y N Y
F34 Field Undercurrent Y N Y
F39 No Current at Run / Open Field during Run N N Y
F40 Open Field at Start N N Y
F41 Current at Stop N Y N
F48 FS1 or FS2 Contactor Fault Y N N
F49 Inline Contactor Fault Y N N
F50 Control Power Low N N Y
F51 Current Sensor Offset Error — Y N
F55 BIST Overcurrent fault N N N
F56 BIST Undercurrent fault N N N
F59 External Fault on Stack Input N N Y
F60 External Fault on DIN#1 Input N N Y
F68 LCD Keypad Stop Button Fault Y N N
F81 Keypad Communication Fault Y N N
F82 Modbus Timeout Fault Y N Y
F94 CPU Error - SW fault N N N
F95 CPU Error - Parameter EEPROM Checksum Fault N N N
F96 CPU Error - Illegal Instruction Trap N Y N
F97 CPU Error - SW Watchdog Fault N Y N
F98 CPU Error - Spurious Interrupt N N N
F99 CPU Error - Program EPROM Checksum Fault N N N
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Appendix C - Replacement Parts
Appendix C - Replacement Parts
Replacement Parts
Description Part Number Size Quantity

LCD Display (small) KPMX3SLCD H=63mm(2.48"), W=101mm(4")
LCD Display (large) KPMX3LLCD H=77mm(3.03"), W=127mm(5")
RI-100008-00 3' or 1 meter
LCD display cable
RI-100009-00 6' or 2 meter
Remote RTD Module SPR-100P —
Communication Modules Consult Factory —
Cooling Fans — 4" – 6"
Stack O/T Switch — — 3
Hall Effect Ratio 1000:1, 2000:1, 5000;1 —
MX2 SEP Card PC-300063-01 —
DV/DT Board PC-300048-01-02 — 3
Control Power Transformers VA & Voltage Specific Consult Factory
BISCR5016x
BISCR10016x
BISCR13216x 3 / Controller
BISCR16116x
SCRs BISCR25016x —
BISCR66018x
BISCR88018x 6 / Controller
BISCR150018x
RSC-9-6AC120
RSC-12-6AC120
RSC-18-6AC120
RSC-22-6AC120
RSC-32-6AC120
RSC-40-6AC120
RSC-50-6AC120
RSC-75-6AC120
RSC-85-6AC120
Contactors RSC-85/4-6AC-120 —
RSC-100-4120
RSC-125-4120
RSC-150-4120
RSC-180-4120
RSC-220-4120
RSC-300-4120
RSC-400-4120
RSC-600-4120
RSC-800-4120
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Appendix D - EU Declaration of Conformity
Appendix D - EU Declaration of Conformity

EU Declaration of Conformity
According to the EMC — Directive 89/336/EEC, as Amended by 92/31/EEC and 93/68/EEC.
Product Motor Controller

Category
Product Type Reduced Voltage Solid State Motor Controller
Model Numbers MX2SEP-125VDC-025A-1-S-C MX2SEP-250VDC-025A-1-S-C

MX2SEP-125VDC-050A-1-S-C MX2SEP-250VDC-050A-1-S-C
Manufacturer's Benshaw, Inc.

Name
Manufacturer's 615 Alpha Drive

Address Pittsburgh, PA 15238
United States of America
The before mentioned products comply with the following EU directives and Standards:
Safety UL 508 Standard for Industrial Control Equipment covering devices for starting, stopping, regulating, controlling,
or protecting electric motors with ratings of 1500 volts or less.
Electromagnetic • EN 50081-2 Emissions Radiated/Conducted

Compatibility • EN 55011/05.98+A1:1999
• EN 50082-2 Immunity/Susceptibility which includes:
• EN 61000-4-2 Electrostatic Discharge
• EN 61000-4-3 Radiated RF
• EN 61000-4-4 Electrical Fast Transient/Burst
• EN 61000-4-6 Injected Currents
The products referenced above are for the use of control of the speed of AC motors. The use in residential and
commercial premises (Class B) requires an optional EMC series filter. Via internal mechanisms and Quality
Control, it is verified that these products conform to the requirements of the Directive and applicable standards.
Pittsburgh, PA USA - 1 January 2008
Neil Abrams
Quality Control Manager
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Appendix E - MODBUS Register Map

Modbus Register Map
NOTE: All information may be accessed either through the Input registers (30000 addresses), or through
the Holding registers (40000 addresses).
Absolute Register
Description R/W Range Units
Address
Bit Mask:
Bit 0: Run/Stop
Bit 1: Fault Reset
30020/40020 Controller Control R/W —
Bit 13: Relay 3
Bit 14: Relay 2
Bit 15: Relay 1
Bit Mask:
Bit 0: Ready
Bit 1: Running
30021/40021 Controller Status R Bit 2: Synced —
Bit 3: Alarm
Bit 4: Fault
Bit 5: Lockout
Bit Mask:
Bit 0: Start
30022/40022 Input Status R Bit 1: DI 1 —
Bit 2: DI 2
Bit 3: DI 3
Bit Mask:
Bit 0: “A 09” – Loss of Sync
Bit 1: Not Used, Reserved
Bit 3: "A 12" – Low Line Frequency
Bit 4: "A 13" – High Line Frequency
Bit 5: "A 14" – Phase rotation not SPH
Bit 6: "A 15" – Phase rotation not 3 Phase
30023/40023 Alarm Status 1 R Bit 7: "A 21" – Low Line L1 - L2 —
Bit 8: "A 22" – Low Line L2 - L3
Bit 9: "A 23" – Low Line L3 - L1
Bit 10: "A 24" – High Line L1 - L2
Bit 13: "A 27" – Phase Loss
Bit 15: "noL" – No line
Bit 0: "A 31" – Field Overcurrent
Bit 1: "A 34" – Field Undercurrent
30024/40024 Alarm Status 2 R —
Bit 2: "A 39" – Open Field / No Current at Run
Bits 3 – 15: Not Used, Reserved
30025/40025 Lockout Status — Bit 1: Not Used, Reserved —
Bit 2: "L CP" – Control Power
30026/40026 Input Current — — Arms
30027/40027 Average Voltage — — Vrms
30028/40028 L1–L2 Voltage — — Vrms
30029/40029 L2–L3 Voltage — — Vrms
30030/40030 L3–L1 Voltage — — Vrms
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Absolute Register
Address
0: no line
1: ABC
30031/40031 Phase Current — —
2: CBA
3: SPH
30032/40032 Line Frequency — 230 – 720, or 0 if no line 0.1 Hz
-1000 to +1000 (in 16-bit two's compliment signed
30033/40033 Analog Input % — 0.1%
format)
30034/40034 Motor Slip % — 0 – 1000 0.1%
30035/40035 Running Time — 0 – 65535 hours
30036/40036 Running Time — 0 – 59 minutes
30037/40037 Number of Starts — 0 – 65535
30100/40100 Current Setpoint Parameter R/W 1 – 1000 Arms
30101/40101 Slip Percentage R/W 5 – 100 0.1%
0: Disable
30102/40102 Field Application Delay Enable R/W —
1: Enable
30103/40103 Field Application Delay R/W 1 – 200 0.1 sec
30104/40104 Field Forcing Level R/W 50 - 125 %
0: Disable
30105/40105 Field Forcing Enable R/W —
1: Enable
30106/40106 Field Forcing Time R/W 1 – 900 0.1 sec
30107/40107 Incomplete Sequence Time R/W 1 – 200 Sec
0: fault immediately
30108/40108 Pullout Mode R/W 1: retry after delay —
2: ride through
30109/40109 Pullout Delay Time R/W 1 – 30 Sec
30110/40110 Resync Retry Attempts R/W 1 – 10 —
0: Coast
30111/40111 Stop Mode R/W —
1: Dyn brake
30112/40112 Dynamic Brake Level R/W 10 – 110 % RFA
30113/40113 Dynamic Brake Time R/W 1 – 180 Sec
30114/40114 Dynamic Brake Delay R/W 1 – 50 0.1 Sec
30115/40115 Inching Field Current R/W 75 - 125 % RFA
30116/40116 Inching Field Application Delay Time R/W 0 – 900 0.1 Sec
30117/40117 Inching UTS Relay Delay R/W 1 – 900 0.1 Sec
0: Status
1: Ave Current
2: Ave Voltage L-L
3: L1-L2 Voltage
4: L2-L3 Voltage
5: L3-L1 Voltage
6: Phase Order
30118/40118 Meter R/W —
7: Slip %
8: Line Frequency
9: Analog Input
10: Analog Output
11: Running Days
12: Running Hours
13: Starts
0: Disable
30119/40119 Open Field Trip Enable R/W —
1: Enable
30120/40120 Open Field Trip Time R/W 1 – 900 Sec
0: Disable
30121/40121 Overcurrent Trip Enable R/W —
1: Enable
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Absolute Register
Address
30122/40122 Overcurrent Trip Level R/W 50 – 200 % RFA
30123/40123 Overcurrent Trip Delay Time R/W 1 – 900 0.1 Sec
0: Disable
30124/40124 Undercurrent Trip Enable R/W —
1: Enable
30125/40125 Undercurrent Trip Level R/W 5 – 99 % RFA
30126/40126 Undercurrent Trip Delay Time R/W 1 – 900 0.1 Sec
0: 100
1: 110
2: 120
3: 200
4: 208
5: 220
6: 230
7: 240
8: 320
9: 350
10: 380
11: 400
30127/40127 Rated RMS Voltage R/W 12: 415 Vrms
13: 440
14: 460
15: 480
16: 500
17: 525
18: 575
19: 600
20: 660
21: 690
22: 800
23: 1000
24: 1140
0: Disable
30128/40128 Over Voltage Trip Enable R/W —
1: Enable
30129/40129 Over Voltage Trip Level R/W 1 – 40 %
0: Disable
30130/40130 Under Voltage Trip Enable R/W —
1: Enable
30131/40131 Under Voltage Trip Level R/W 1 – 40 %
30132/40132 Over/Under Voltage Delay Time R/W 1 – 900 0.1 Sec
30133/40133 Phase Loss Delay Time R/W 1 – 50 0.1 Sec
30134/40134 High Line Freq. Trip Level R/W 24 – 72 Hz
30135/40135 Low Line Freq. Trip Level R/W 23 – 71 Hz
30136/40136 High/Low Line Freq. Delay Time R/W 1 – 900 0.1 Sec
0: Disable
30137/40137 Auto Fault Reset Timer Enable R/W —
1: Enable
30138/40138 Auto Fault Reset Delay Time R/W 1 – 900 Sec
0: Disable
30139/40139 Auto Fault Reset Cnt Enable R/W —
1: Enable
30140/40140 Auto Fault Reset Cnt R/W 1 – 10 —
0: AbC
1: Cba
30141/40141 Input Phase Sensitivity R/W —
2: InS
3: SPH
0: 1000
30142/40142 Hall Effect Ratio (x:1) R/W 1: 2000 —
2: 5000
30143/40143 Hall Effect Turns R/W 1 – 10 —
121
Absolute Register
Address
0: Terminal
30144/40144 Local Control Source R/W —
1: Network
0: Terminal
30145/40145 Remote Control Source R/W —
1: Network
0: Field Controller
1: Brushless Controller
30146/40146 Controller Type R/W 2: Current Controller —
3: Power Factor Control
4: Power Factor Control Brushless
30147/40147 DI 1 Function 0: Off
1: Stop
30148/40148 DI 2 Function
2: Prestart Monitor
3: Inching
4: Fault High
5: Fault Low
6: Fault Reset
R/W 7: FS1 Confirm —
8: FS2 Confirm
30149/40149 DI 3 Function
9: Field Force
10: Field Apply
11: Brake enable
12: Brake disable
13: Inline confirm
14: Local/Remote Control Source
30150/40150 DI Trip Time R/W 1 – 900 0.1 Sec
30151/40151 Relay 1 Function 0: Off
1: Faulted FS
30152/40152 Relay 2 Function
2: Faulted NFS
3: Running
4: Synced
5: Inching
6: Inching UTS
7: Alarm
8: Ready
R/W 9: Locked Out —
10: Overcurrent
30153/40153 Relay 3 Function
11: Undercurrent
12: Shunt Trip FS
13: Shunt Trip NFS
14: Field supply contactor
15: Field discharge resistor contactor
16: Field Contactor Aux.
17: Dyn. Braking
18: Cooling Fan
0: Disable
30154/40154 FCA Delay Enable R/W —
1: Enable
30155/40155 FCA Delay R/W 1 – 900 0.1 Sec
30156/40156 Field Contactor Feedback Time R/W 1 – 50 0.1 Sec
0: Disable
30157/40157 Inline Enable R/W —
1: Enable
30158/40158 Inline Configuration R/W 10 – 100 0.1 Sec
0: Disable
30159/40159 Modbus Timeout Enable R/W —
1: Enable
30160/40160 Modbus Timeout R/W 1 – 120 Sec
0: OFF (no output)
1: Ave. Current (0 – 200% RFA)
2: Ave. Voltage (0 – 150% Rated Voltage)
30161/40161 Analog Output #1 Function R/W 3: Motor Slip % —
4: Analog Input
5: Output Voltage (based on firing angle)
6: Calibrate (full 100% output)
122
Absolute Register
Address
30162/40162 Analog Output #1 Span R/W 1 – 125 %
30163/40163 Analog Output #1 Offset R/W 0 – 99 %
0: Disabled
1: Power
30164/40164 Auto Start R/W -
2: Fault
3: Power and Fault
0: Disable
30165/40165 Keypad Stop Disable R/W -
1: Enable
0: No command
1: Reset Run Time
2: Reflash Mode
30166/40166 Miscellaneous Command R/W 3: Store Parameters -
4: Load Parameters
5: Factory Reset
6: Powered BIST
1–99 = -0.01 to -0.99 lag
30167/40167 Rated PF R/W -
100–199 = 1.00 - +0.01 lead
Minimum Field current under
30168/40168 R/W 40 – 100 %
PF control
30169/40169 Software Part Number R Displays the software part and revision number —
Fault Code – Most Recent Fault Log
30601/40601 R — —
Entry
Fault Code – 2nd Most Recent Fault
30602/40602 R — —
Log Entry
Fault Code – 3rd Most Recent Fault
30603/40603 R — —
Log Entry
Fault Code – 4th Most Recent Fault
30604/40603 R — —
Log Entry
30605/40603 R — —
Log Entry
30606/40603 R — —
Log Entry
30607/40603 R — —
Log Entry
30608/40603 R — —
Log Entry
30609/40603 R — —
Log Entry
System State – Most Recent Fault Log
30611/40611 R — —
Entry
System State – 2nd Most Recent Fault
30612/40612 R — —
Log Entry
System State – 3rd Most Recent Fault
30613/40613 R — —
Log Entry
System State – 4th Most Recent Fault
30614/40614 R — —
Log Entry
30615/40615 R — —
Log Entry
30616/40616 R — —
Log Entry
3061740617 R — —
Log Entry
30618/40618 R — —
Log Entry
123
Absolute Register
Address
30619/40619 R — —
Log Entry
30621/40621 Current – Most Recent Fault Log Entry R — Arms
Current – 2nd Most Recent Fault Log
30622/40622 R — Arms
Entry
Current – 3rd Most Recent Fault Log
30623/40623 R — Arms
Entry
Current – 4th Most Recent Fault Log
30624/40624 R — Arms
Entry
30625/40625 R — Arms
Entry
30626/40626 R — Arms
Entry
30627/40627 R — Arms
Entry
30628/40628 R — Arms
Entry
30629/40629 R — Arms
Entry
Voltage L1 – Most Recent Fault Log
30631/40631 R — Vrms
Entry
Voltage L1 – 2nd Most Recent Fault
30632/40632 R — Vrms
Log Entry
Voltage L1 – 3rd Most Recent Fault
30633/40633 R — Vrms
Log Entry
Voltage L1 – 4th Most Recent Fault
30634/40634 R — Vrms
Log Entry
30635/40635 R — Vrms
Log Entry
30636/40636 R — Vrms
Log Entry
30637/40637 R — Vrms
Log Entry
30638/40638 R — Vrms
Log Entry
30639/40639 R — Vrms
Log Entry
30641/40641 R — Vrms
Entry
30642/40641 R — Vrms
Log Entry
30643/40641 R — Vrms
Log Entry
30644/40641 R — Vrms
Log Entry
30645/40641 R — Vrms
Log Entry
30646/40641 R — Vrms
Log Entry
30647/40641 R — Vrms
Log Entry
30648/40641 R — Vrms
Log Entry
124
Absolute Register
Address
30649/40641 R — Vrms
Log Entry
30651/40651 R — Vrms
Entry
30652/40652 R — Vrms
Log Entry
30653/40653 R — Vrms
Log Entry
30654/40654 R — Vrms
Log Entry
30655/40655 R — Vrms
Log Entry
30656/40656 R — Vrms
Log Entry
30657/40657 R — Vrms
Log Entry
30658/40658 R — Vrms
Log Entry
30659/40659 R — Vrms
Log Entry
Line Period – Most Recent Fault Log
30661/40661 R — micro-seconds
Entry
Line Period – 2nd Most Recent Fault
Log Entry
Line Period – 3rd Most Recent Fault
Log Entry
Line Period – 4th Most Recent Fault
Log Entry
Log Entry
Log Entry
Log Entry
Log Entry
Log Entry
Software State – Most Recent Fault
30671/40671 R — —
Log Entry
Software State – 2nd Most Recent
30672/40672 R — —
Fault Log Entry
Software State – 3rd Most Recent Fault
30673/40673 R — —
Log Entry
Software State – 4th Most Recent Fault
30674/40674 R — —
Log Entry
30675/40675 R — —
Log Entry
30676/40676 R — —
Log Entry
30677/40677 R — —
Log Entry
30678/40678 R — —
Log Entry
125
Absolute Register
Address
30679/40679 R — —
Log Entry
Motor Slip % – Most Recent Fault Log
30681/40681 R — —
Entry
Motor Slip % – 2nd Most Recent Fault
30682/40682 R — —
Log Entry
Motor Slip % – 3rd Most Recent Fault
30683/40683 R — —
Log Entry
Motor Slip % – 4th Most Recent Fault
30684/40684 R — —
Log Entry
30685/40685 R — —
Log Entry
30686/40686 R — —
Log Entry
30687/40687 R — —
Log Entry
30688/40688 R — —
Log Entry
30689/40689 R — —
Log Entry
Control
Register:
0 to 0: Stop
0 to 1: Start
Bit 0 — Run/Stop
1 to 1: No action
1 to 0: Stop
0 to 0: No action
0 to 1: Fault Reset
Bit 1 — Fault Reset
1 to 1: No action
1 to 0: No action
0 to 0: No action
0 to 1: Relay 1 energized when programmed as OFF
Bit 13 — Relay 3
1 to 1: No action
1 to 0: Remote Relay 1 de-energized when programmed as OFF
Bit 14 — Relay 2 Same as above
Bit 15 — Relay 1 Same as above
The control source must be serial for the controller to be started through Modbus. The Run/Stop bit must
transition from 0 to 1 for a start to occur. If the controller stops due to a fault, the action of the controller depends
on the state of the Auto Start parameter (I/O 27).
The fault reset bit must transition from 0 to 1 for a fault to be reset.
If any of the programmed digital inputs are programmed as Local/Remote inputs, then the local/Remote bit has
no effect.
When the relays are programmed as “Off”, the relay bits may be written in order to control the relays. When the
relays are programmed for any function other than “Off” (Fault, Run, UTS for example), then the bits may be
read to determine the state of the relays.
126
Status Register
0: Initializing or
Faulted and Braking or
Bit 0 — Ready Faulted and Stopped or
Lockout
1: Otherwise
0: Run Relay not energized
Bit 1 — Running
1: Run Relay energized
0: Sync Relay not energized
Bit 2 — Synced
1: Sync Relay energized
0: No alarm conditions
Bit 3 — Alarm
1: 1 or more alarm conditions
0: Fault Relay energized (No Fault Condition)
Bit 4 — Fault
1: Fault Relay not energized (Fault Condition)
0: Start or Fault Reset not locked out.
Bit 5 — Lockout 1: Start or Fault Reset locked out.
Possible cause: Overload Lockout State
Watts, VA, vars, Meter registers present 32 bit meters in two consecutive 16 bit registers. The least significant 16 bits are in the
and kW hour first register, followed by the most significant 16 bits in the second register.
Registers
Reading the least significant register latches data into the most significant register to enable the data to remain
synchronized between the two.
Parameter For those parameters that can be set either to “Off”, or some value within a range (many of the protection
Registers parameters, for example), there are two Modbus registers. One is an “enable” register, and the other sets the
value within the range.
127
128
Publication History
Revision Date ECO#

00 12/15/06 Initial Release
01 12/04/15 E4926
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ADVANCED CONTROLS & DRIVES

Any electrical or mechanical modifications to Benshaw products without prior written

WARNING: Indicates situations in which a high voltage can cause physical

CAUTION: Indicates situations in which damage to equipment may occur.

NOTE: Marks an important point in the documentation.

Trademark Notice Benshaw and are registered trademarks of Benshaw Incorporated. UL

Injury • Service must be performed by qualified personnel only.

8 - TROUBLESHOOTING & MAINTENANCE

APPENDIX A - ALARM CODES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 111

APPENDIX B - FAULT CODES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 113

APPENDIX C - REPLACEMENT PARTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 115

APPENDIX D - EU DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 117

APPENDIX E - MODBUS REGISTER MAP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 119

CAUTION: Indicates situations in which damage to equipment may occur.

NOTE: Marks an important point in the documentation.

WARNING: HAZARD OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, EXPLOSION, OR ARC FLASH

Failure to follow these instructions may result in death or serious injury

General Benshaw offers its customers the following:

Documentation Benshaw provides all customers with:

Software This manual pertains to software version number 810027-01-08.

Hardware This manual pertains to the hardware version number 300063-01.

Publication See inside back cover.

Benshaw Corporate Headquarters Benshaw Canada

615 Alpha Drive 550 Bright Street East

Tech Support: 1-800-203-2416 Tech Support: 1-877-291-5112

1 = Single Phase Bridge

Current Rating of Bridge

Voltage Rating of Field (125 or 250 VDC)

General Overview of a Synchronous Field Controller

• Solid state design

Features Enhanced engineering features of the controller include:

• Multiple frame sizes

2.1 General Information

This document covers the control electronics:

• MX2 Control Card Set

2.2 Electrical Ratings

2.2.1 Terminal Points and Functions

Relay Output, SPDT form C

Relay Output, SPDT form C

1: Start 120VAC digital input

Modbus RTU serial communication port.

Display RJ45 — Door Mounted Display Connector

This MUST be followed or damage will occur to the terminals.

NOTE: Refer to Control Card Layouts on Pages 29 and 30.

2.2.2 Measurements and Accuracies

Table 2: Measurements and Accuracies

Conversion: True RMS, Sampling @ 1.562kHz

Conversion: True RMS, Sampling @ 1.562kHz

Current: 0 – 40,000 Amps ± 3%

2.2.3 List of Motor Protection Features

Table 3: Environmental Ratings

–10°C to +40°C (14°F to 104°F) enclosed

Storage Temperatures –20°C to +70°C (–4°F to 155°F)

Humidity 0% to 95% non condensing

Altitude 1000m (3300ft) without derating

Maximum Vibration 5.9m/s2 (19.2ft/s2) [0.6G]

Cooling Natural convection (Fans optional)