LXCOS V1.

Voltage regulator for generators

FEB 2014 Instruction Manual

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Revision history

The table below provides a historical summary of the changes made to the LXCOS AVR.
Revisions are listed in chronological order.

Product version 1.0.0 Change

Hardware version 1.0.0
Software version 1.0.0 First release.
Manual version 1.0.0

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WARNINGS

WARNING

The system should not be installed, operated, serviced or

modified except by qualified personnel who understand
the danger of electric shock hazards and have read and
understood the user instructions

WARNING

Never work on a LIVE generator. Unless there is another

person present who can switch off the power supply or
stop the engine

WARNING

Dangerous voltages are present at the voltage regulator

board. Accidental contact with live conductors could result
in serious electrical shock or electrocution.
Disconnect the power source before making repairs,
connecting test instruments, or removing or making
connections to the voltage regulator or generator.

ELECTRICAL HAZARDOUS VOLTAGES

DANGEROUS DO NOT OPERATE WHEN
NOT FAMILIAR WITH GENERATORS

The manual does not cover all technical details of the product. Specifications may be modified by
the manufacturer without notice. For further information, the manufacturer should be contacted.

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Table of contents
Part 1/2

1. Introduction
1.0 General description 6
1.1 AVR dimensions 7
1.2 Absolute maximum ratings 8
1.3 Commissioning information 8

2. Installation
2.0 Interfaces overview 9
2.1 Adjustments overview 10
2.2 Terminals overview 11
2.3 Electrical characteristics 12

3. Operation and maintenance

3.0 AVR status 13
3.1 Modes of control 13
3.1.0 Idle 13
3.1.1 Buildup (PMG only) 14
3.1.2 Buildup (Self Excited) 14
3.1.3 Constant Voltage control 15
3.1.4 Volt per Hertz control 16
3.1.5 Current control 16
3.1.6 Power factor control 16
3.1.7 Error condition 16
3.2 Special Applications 17
3.2.0 Parallel operation 17
3.2.1 Parallel soft start 17
3.2.2 0-100% voltage control 18
3.2.3 0-100% current control 19
3.2.4 Options 19

4. Protections and diagnosis

4.0 LED error codes 20
4.1 Protections for Self Excited generators 20
4.2 Protections 21
4.2.0 Over voltage 21
4.2.1 Over current 22
4.2.2 Over excitation 23
4.2.3 AVR over temperature 24
4.2.4 Generator over temperature 25
4.2.5 Phase loss 26
4.2.6 Loss of excitation (only for PFC) 27
4.2.7 Loss of current sensing (only for PFC) 28

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5. Settings and adjustments

5.0 Generator voltage 29
5.1 Current limit 29
5.2 M-select (mode of operation) 30
5.3 Stability 30
5.4 Droop 31
5.5 Accessories range 31
5.6 Excitation ceiling 31
5.7 Cosphi 32
5.8 Selection Swithes 32
5.8.0 Voltage 32
5.8.1 Field Flash 32
5.9 Factory settings 33
5.10 Advanced settings 34
5.10.0 Flowchart adjusting advanced settings 34
5.10.1 Advaned settings table 36

6. Wiring diagrams
6.0 Wiring diagram LXCOS with aux windings 37
6.1 Wiring diagram LXCOS with PMG 38
6.2 Wiring diagram LXCOS self excite 39

7. CAN interface
7.0 CAN interface 42

Appendix
A.1 General installation information 44
A.2 Contact 48

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1. INTRODUCTION
1.0 General description

The LXCOS AVR is designed as a replacement for the Cosimat N+ AVR, incorporating at least the
same standard functionality.
The LXCOS AVR is a digitally operating AVR, providing optimal flexibility and configurability as is
reflected by the additional capabilities of the LXCOS AVR. Nevertheless installation, maintenance
and adjustment don’t require special application software.

Additional features

Selectable mode of operation:

Volt per Hertz control
Constant voltage control

Modes of control:
Constant voltage control
Power factor control (PFC)
0-100% generator current control
0-100% generator voltage control
Quadrature voltage droop for parallel operation
Current limited motor start and volt per hertz control

Protections:
Generator phase loss
AVR over temperature
Generator over voltage
Generator over current
Generator over temperature
Loss of excitation during PFC
Loss of current sensing during PFC

Flexible protections:
User adjustable underspeed knee
User adjustable field over excitation
User adjustable generator current limit

Communication:
CAN bus
AVR status LED
AVR status contact

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1.1 AVR dimensions

The AVR LXCOS is size compatible to the original Cosimat N+ and therefore easy to exchange.
The AVR is protected from the environment by a PUR coating.
Prefabricated links are provided for CAN1-CAN2, TH1-TH2, S-T, AVR1-AVR2, UH1-UH1’,
WH1–WH1’, I1–I1’ and K1 – K1’.

GND H L NC JTAG
Opt1
CAN D1 D2 Opt2

TH
TH
CA

CA

2
1
901
N

1 2 3 4

on
1

M-Select

78

23
456
Status

dip
LED
Voltage
U course
s
fine
Prop
V Gain
t
Int.
W time
k
Droop
l
901
78

23

456
PF1
A1 PF2

162,5mm
A2
Ac

Ex

Co

I-
Li

AVR1
c

ci

sp
-r

m
ta

hi
an

AVR2
it
ti
on
g e

140,5mm
ce

UH1
ili
ng

Fuse UH1'

UH2
I1
VH1

I1' WH2
7,50mm

K1 WH1'
28,5mm

NO C NC

K1' WH1

102,0mm

115,0mm

Fig 1. AVR dimensions

 Measurements in mm
 height ± 70mm

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1.2 Absolute maximum ratings

Symbol Parameter Condition Min. Max. Unit

U, V, W Voltage sensing input 480 V, < 30 s @ 50Hz - 520 VAC
I,K AVR field current < 10 s - 15* ADC
UH1-UH2 Supply input UH1-UH2, WH1-WH2, 15 240 VAC
WH1-WH2 UH1-VH1-WH1 15 135 VDC
UH1-VH1-WH1 DC or 25 - 400 Hertz
UH1-UH2 Supply input self excitation DIP4 must be ON 6 - VAC
Rfield Field resistance @ 50 VAC supply 5 - 
@ 150 VAC supply 15 - 
TAMB Operating temperature 95 % RHD non condensing -40 +70* °C
TSTG Storage temperature 95 % RHD non condensing -40 +70 °C
A1, A2 Accessories input ** -12 +12 VDC
k, l Droop, PFC, Limit CT 0,5A 2 VA, isolated CT < 30 s - 1,5 AAC
D1,D2 Analoge output 0 10 VDC
0 20 mADC
IC-NO, IC-NC Status contact switching UMAX 30VDC - 5 ADC
current UMAX 230VAC - 5 AAC
Table 1. Absolute maximum ratings

* Always mount with heatsink fins aligned vertically and allow for sufficient airflow.
** Isolated.

1.3 Commissioning information

The system should not be installed, operated, serviced or modified except by qualified personnel
who understand the danger of electric shock hazards and have read and understood the user
instructions.

Defects in the generator or AVR may cause consequential loss. Precautions must be taken to
prevent this from occurring.

Never work on a LIVE generator. Unless there is another person present who can switch off the
power supply or stop the prime mover.

Dangerous voltages are present at the voltage regulator board. Accidental contact with live
conductors could result in serious electrical shock or electrocution.
Disconnect the power source before making repairs, connecting test instruments, or removing or
making connections to the voltage regulator.

The unit should be installed with respect to the environmental specifications as well as the rules
mentioned in the General installation information.
For safety reasons the voltage level potentiometers are best turned completely counter clockwise
in order to start at the lowest possible voltage.

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2. INSTALLATION
For a complete wiring diagram see Chapter 6.

2.0 Interfaces overview

Fig 2. Interfaces overview

Symbol Description Notes

Status LED AVR control mode & Error diagnostics See Table 6 and 8
CAN Interface CAN bus I/O
JTAG Interface Maintenance port
Table 2. Interfaces

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2.1 Adjustments overview

Fig 3. Adjustments overview

Symbol Description Notes

Voltage coarse Course generator voltage setpoint See 5.8 for voltage range selection
Voltage fine Fine generator voltage setpoint See 5.8 for voltage range selection
I-Limit Generator current limit setting
M-Select AVR mode selection Also special control modes, see 5.2
Prop. Gain Proportional gain setpoint Stability adjustment
Int. time Integral time setpoint Stability adjustment
Droop Voltage droop setpoint For parallel operation
Acc-range Accessory input range adjustment A1+,A2-
Excitation ceiling Over excitation setpoint
Cosphi Cosphi setpoint Only enabled during parallel PFC
Dipswitches Voltage range and SE options See 5.8.
Table 3. Adjustments

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2.2 Terminals overview

Fig 4. Terminals overview

Symbol Description Notes

U, V, W Voltage sensing input phase sequence U  V  W (Clockwise)
s, t External voltage adjust input
AVR1, AVR2 AVR On / Off input Off for ≥ 10s. resets previous AVR errors
UH1,UH2/VH1, Supply inputs
WH1, WH2
I1, K1 Field excitation output I1 = Field+, K1 = Field-
A1, A2 Accessory input (Isolated) Function dependent on M-select setting
k, l CT input for current sensing 0,5Aac input (or original AVK CT)
TH1, TH2 Thermistor sensing input Open for temperature error >2k Ohm
PF1, PF2 PFC on/offl input Closed for PFC
CAN1, CAN2 Can termination contact Can bus termination 120 Ohm when placed
OPT1,OPT2 Advanced options input See chapter 5.9.2 for all options
D1,D2 Optional analoge output 0-10Vdc / 0-20mAdc
NC, C, NO Status contact C-NO closed when AVR operational
Table 4. Terminals

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2.3 Electrical characteristics

Symbol Parameter Condition Min Max. Unit
U, V, W Voltage sensing input 50-60 Hz, Clockwise (CW) - 520 VAC

I1, K1 *** AVR field current @ TAMB ≤ 70ºC - 7* ADC

UH, UH2/VH,WH Supply input 30 - 400 Hertz 20 200 VAC
UH1-UH2 Supply input for self DIP3-DIP4 must be ON 5 - VAC
excitation
Rfield Field resistance 15 - 
TAMB Operating temperature 95 % RHD non condensing -40 +70* °C
TSTG Storage temperature 95 % RHD non condensing -40 +70 °C
Static control accuracy 1 %
A1, A2 Accessory input Constant voltage control -10 +10 V
A1+, A2-** 0-100% Control 0 +10 V
k, l Droop, PF CT, Limit CT Isolated CT, 0,01  - 0,5 AAC
S,T External Volt adjust Rs-t 250Ω 0 -10 %
Rs-t 500Ω 0 -20 %
- 680 Ω
D1,D2 Analoge output 0 10 VDC
D1+, D2- 0 20 mADC
Istatus Status contact switching UMAX 30VDC 3 ADC
current UMAX 230VAC 3 AAC
Table 5. Electrical characteristics

* Always mount with heatsink fins aligned vertically and allow for sufficient airflow.
** Isolated.
*** See below for the safe operation area of the LXCOS voltage regulator.

210

0s )
Exciter (<1
28V r c ing
Field o
ld f
Voltage Fie

9V
Safe operating area
4.5V

0
0.65Ω 2Ω 15Ω 30Ω •∞Ω
Exciter Field Resistance
Diagram 1. Operation area

Stresses above those listed under “Absolute Maximum Ratings” may cause permanent damage to the
device. This is a stress rating only and functional operation of the device at those or any other conditions above
those indicated in the operation listings of this specification is not implied. Exposure to maximum rating conditions
for extended periods may affect device reliability and lifetime.

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3. Operation and maintenance

3.0 AVR Status
The AVR’s status is indicated by the status LED. The options are depicted in table 6.

LED Color / Blinks AVR status Colour code

Idle Green blink

Buildup Orange blink

Voltage control Continuous green

Current control/ Continuous orange

PF control
Underspeed Continuous red

Error code Red/ green blink

Table 6. AVR status

3.1 Modes of control

3.1.0 Idle

When a supply is connected to the AVR and contact AVR1-AVR2 (AVR On/Off) is open, the AVR
enters idle mode. During idle mode, field excitation is inhibited and protections are reset.
The AVR will start from idle mode after resetting an error condition.
When dipswitch 4 is on, the AVR will start field flashing.
For more information about this option see 3.1.1 and 3.1.2

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3.1.1 Buildup (PMG only)

When contact AVR1-AVR2 (On/Off) is closed, the AVR enters build up mode.
Protections are enabled and the generator voltage is ramped up to the nominal voltage.
When the generator voltage is close to the nominal setpoint, the status contact is energized.
Diagram 2 shows the sequence of events.
Dipswitch 3 and 4 must be OFF, for PMG operation!

400V
390V

Generator
Voltage

0V
Status On
LED Off
Status On
Contact
(C-NO) Off
Idle Voltage build-up Stable

Time

Diagram 2. Build up (PMG)

3.1.2 Buildup (Self Excited)

For self excitation (SE) mode, a link over AVR1-AVR2 must be placed and dipswitch 3 and 4 must
be ON. After starting the generator, the AVR will field flash and enter build up mode.
Protections are enabled and the generator voltage is ramped up to the nominal voltage. When the
generator voltage is close to the nominal setpoint, the status contact is energized.
Diagram 3 shows the sequence of events.

400V
390V

Generator
Voltage

0V
Status On
LED Off
Status On
Contact
(C-NO) Off
Field
Generator starting flash Voltage build-up Stable
Time

Diagram 3. Build up (SE)

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3.1.3 Constant Voltage control

The AVR starts constant voltage control after finishing the build up mode when this is selected
with the M-Select switch (M-select mode 0, 1, 4, 5).
The voltage/frequency characteristics are depicted in diagram 4.

Below the underspeed frequency, the generator voltage is controlled according a Volt per Hertz
slope. Both the underspeed knee frequency and the VPH slope are user adjustable.
For a detailed description see table 10.

When the generator frequency drops below 25 Hertz, the generator voltage is always controlled to
a low level. In PMG-mode 15% of Unom (voltage selection) and in Self excitation-mode the
mininimum SEsetpoint (See 5.10.1).
An underspeed situation is visualized by a continuously red status LED.

400V

Generator
Voltage VPH
Slope

U min

0V

Status On
LED Off
>25Hz
Underspeed
Generator Frequency Frequency

Diagram 4. Constant Voltage control

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3.1.4 Volt per Hertz control

The AVR performs Volt Per Hertz (VPH) control after finishing the build up mode when this is
selected with the M-select switch (M-select mode 8, 9). The voltage/frequency characteristics are
depicted in diagram 5. Note that the voltage is limited to a maximum of 500V irrespective of the
generator frequency.

When the generator frequency drops below 25 Hertz, the generator voltage is always controlled to
a low level. In PMG-mode 15% of Unom (voltage selection) and in Self excitation-mode the
minimum SE setpoint (See 5.10.1).
An underspeed situation is visualized by a continuously red status LED.

500V
480V
Voltage
adjust
400V

Generator
Voltage
VPH
Slope

U min

0V

Status On
LED Off
>25Hz 50Hz 60Hz
Generator Frequency
Diagram 5. VPH control
3.1.5 Current control

The AVR switches to current control when the generator current exceeds the generator current
limit. The current limit is user selectable from 60% to 300% of the nominal generator current. To
ensure sufficient supply voltage to the AVR during current limiting an external supply or PMG is
usually required.

3.1.6 Power factor control

The AVR performs Power Factor Control (PFC) when contact PF1-PF2 is closed.
When the AVR is in Power factor control, both loss of excitation protection as well as the loss of
current sensing protection are enabled. The power factor is user adjustable from 0.9 capacitive to
0.6 inductive. For more details about setting the power factor, see 5.7.

3.1.7 Error condition

If an error condition triggers the AVR’s protections, field excitation is disabled and an error code is
signaled by the status LED.
See Chapter 4 (Error conditions) for a detailed description of the AVR ’s protections.

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3.2 Special Applications

3.2.0 Parallel operation

If the generator operates in parallel operation with one or more generators, reactive current
sharing can be accomplished by means of Quadrature Droop Compensation (QDC). The amount
of voltage droop must be precisely set equal for all generators under equal load conditions. The
influence of the voltage droop on the generator voltage is depicted in diagram 6.
more
capacitive
Unominal

Voltage droop
more
inductive

Generator
Voltage

0V
0A Inominal
Generator Load

Diagram 6. Voltage droop

If current limiting is enabled during parallel operation, all generators must have the same current
limit and M-select (mode of control) settings.

3.2.1 Parallel soft start

When several AVR’s are used in parallel for a motor start application, all AVR’s must have the
same current limit setting and M-select (mode of control) setting. To perform a synchronous start,
it is required to make all AVR1-AVR2 (AVR On/Off) contacts simultaneously. To ensure sufficient
supply voltage to the AVR during current limiting an external supply or PMG is usually required.
Diagram 7 shows a sequence of events of a parallel soft start application.
Ilimit
Generator
Current
Iload

0A
400V

Generator
Voltage

0V
Status On
LED Off
Status On
Contact
(C-NO) Off
Current build-up Current Limiting Voltage build-up Stable

Time

Diagram 7. Parallel soft start

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3.2.2 0-100% Voltage control

When M-select (mode of operation) is set to position 2 or 6, the generator voltage setpoint is
controlled by an external supply source. The generator voltage setpoint is linear proportional with
the voltage level supplied at terminals A1-A2. Terminal A1 is connected to the positive side of the
external supply, terminal A2 connects to the negative supply side.
The accessories range potentiometer may be used to adjust the generator’s voltage range as is
depicted in diagram 8. If the Acc- range potentiometer is completely clockwise, 10Vdc input on A1-
A2 corresponds with the generator voltage setpoint as set with the voltage potentiometers. If the
Acc- range potentiometer is completely counter clockwise, influence on the generator voltage by
A1-A2 is effectively disabled. To ensure sufficient supply voltage to the AVR during current limiting
an external supply or PMG is usually required.
During 0-100% voltage control, underspeed protection is disabled!.
Note: DIP3 and DIP4 must be off.

400V

Generator
%
Voltage 100
ge
c- ra n
200V Ac

0%
ra nge 5
Acc-

Acc- range 0%
0V
0V 5V 10V
A1-A2 Voltage
Diagram 8. Acc- range influence

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3.2.3 0-100% Current control

When M-select (mode of operation) is set to position 3 or 7, the generator current limit setpoint is
controlled by an external supply source. The generator current limit setpoint is linear proportional
with the voltage level supplied at terminals A1-A2. Terminal A1 is connected to the positive side of
the external supply, terminal A2 connects to the negative supply side.
The accessories range potentiometer may be used to adjust the generator’s current limit range as
is depicted in diagram 9. If the Acc- range potentiometer is completely clockwise, 10Vdc input on
A1-A2 corresponds with the generator current limit setpoint as set with the current limit
potentiometer. If the Acc- range potentiometer is completely counter clockwise, influence on the
generator current limit by A1-A2 is effectively disabled. To ensure sufficient supply voltage to the
AVR during current limiting an external supply or PMG is usually required.
Note: DIP3 and DIP4 must be off.

Ilimit

Generator
%
Current 100
ge
c- ra n
½ Ilimit Ac

0%
ra nge 5
Acc-

Acc- range 0%
0A
0V 5V 10V
A1-A2 Voltage
Ilimit is set by pot. Current Limit
Diagram 9. Acc- range influence

3.2.4 Options

The LXCOS AVR can be functionally extended with the following options:

Type Description Interface

Droopkit Required for Droop, PFC, Current limit AVR terminals k-l
LX_VMA Required for voltage matching AVR terminals A1-A2
3F-Filter For filtering the generator sensing voltage. AVR terminals U-V-W
Table 7. LXCOS options

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4. Protections and diagnosis

4.0 Led error codes
If the AVR stops field excitation due to a fault condition, the fault that caused this is indicated by
the status LED. Table 8 shows the relation between the number of red blinks and the error
condition.

LED Color / Blinks Error condition

1 Overvoltage

2 Overcurrent

3 Excitation error

4 Overtemperature AVR

5 Overtemperature Gen

6 Phaseloss /
Phase sequence error
7 Loss of excitation
during PFC
8 Loss of current sensing
during PFC
Table 8. Error codes

The AVR may be reset from the error condition by opening contact AVR1-AVR2 (AVR On/Off) for
at least 10 seconds. After a successful reset the AVR commences in idle mode and any
information concerning the causing error is lost. In Self excitation-mode you must shut down the
generator. If AVR is not working at all check fuse on AVR.

4.1 Protections for Self Excited generators

When a protection is triggered and excitation is consequently stopped, this effectively also
interrupts the AVR supply source for a Self Excited generator. Because the supply to the AVR is
interrupted, the AVR is reset and will restart building up voltage again. If the cause of the error is
still present this will cause a continuous tripping and restarting of the system.

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4.2 Protections
4.2.0 Over voltage

The over voltage protection validates the generator voltage on terminals U,V and W.
If the over voltage limit is exceeded for 1 second, the AVR switches off the status contact.
See 5.8.0 for over voltage value.

If the error condition still exists 1 second after opening the status contact, field excitation is
stopped. In Self excitation-mode the AVR will shutdown and restart buildup, there for you must
shut down the generator in case of an error.

If the over voltage condition is relieved within 1 second after opening the status contact, the
contact closes again and normal operation proceeds.

An over voltage error is visualized by the status LED blinking red once. Removing the power
supply by stopping the generator or opening the AVR On/Off contact at terminals AVR1-AVR2 for
10 seconds will reset the AVR.

Diagram 10 shows a sequence of events for diagnosis purposes in case of an over voltage error
with a 400V Unom voltage range selection.

520V

400V
Generator
Voltage

0V
Status On
Contact
(C-NO) Off

Status On
LED Off
<1s 1s <1s 1s 1s

Time
Diagram 10. Over voltage

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4.2.1 Over current

The over current protection validates the generator current measured on terminals k and l.
If the current limit, set by the user, is exceeded by 200% for 1 second, the AVR switches off the
status contact.

If the error condition still exists 1 second after opening the status contact, field excitation is
stopped. In Self excitation-mode the AVR will shutdown and restart buildup, there for you must
shut down the generator in case of an error.

If the over current condition is relieved within 1 second after opening the status contact, the
contact closes again and normal operation proceeds.

An over current error is visualized by the status LED blinking red twice. Removing the power
supply by stopping the generator or opening the AVR On/Off contact at terminals AVR1-AVR2 for
10 seconds will reset the AVR.

Diagram 11 shows a sequence of events for diagnosis purposes in case of an over current error.

200%
Generator
Current
(% of I-Limit)
100%

0V
Status On
Contact
(C-NO) Off

Status On
LED Off
<1s 1s <1s 1s 1s

Time

Diagram 11. Over current

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4.2.2 Over excitation

The over excitation protection validates the generator field excitation measured on terminals
I1 (+) and K1 (-). If the field excitation current exceeds the Excitation ceiling setpoint for more than
0,3 sec, the AVR switches off the status contact. The Excitation ceiling setpoint is user adjustable,
from 1 Amps to 15 Amps, by means of the Excitation ceiling potentiometer.

If the error condition still exists 10 seconds after opening the status contact, field excitation is
stopped. In Self excitation-mode the AVR will shutdown and restart buildup, there for you must
shut down the generator in case of an error.

If the over excitation condition is relieved within 10 seconds after opening the status contact, the
contact closes again and normal operation proceeds.

An over excitation error is visualized by the status LED blinking red three times. Removing the
power supply by stopping the generator or opening the AVR On/Off contact at terminals AVR1-
AVR2 for 10 seconds will reset the AVR.

Diagram 12 shows a sequence of events for diagnosis purposes in case of an over excitation
error.

Excitation ceiling
Field
Excitation
(A) 2A

0A
Status On
Contact
(C-NO) Off

Status On
LED Off
< 0,3 s > 0,3 s <10 s 0,3 s 10 s

Time Excitation ceiling is defined by excitation ceiling potentiometer

Diagram 12. Over excitation

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4.2.3 AVR over temperature

The AVR over temperature protection validates the AVR temperature, measured internally.
If the over temperature limit of 85°C is exceeded for 10 seconds, the AVR switches off the status
contact.

If the error condition still exists 10 second after opening the status contact, field excitation is
stopped. In Self excitation-mode the AVR will shutdown and restart buildup, there for you must
shut down the generator in case of an error.

If the AVR over temperature condition is relieved within 10 second after opening the status
contact, the contact closes again and normal operation proceeds.

An AVR over temperature error is visualized by the status LED blinking red four times. Removing
the power supply by stopping the generator or opening the AVR On/Off contact at terminals AVR1-
AVR2 for 10 seconds will reset the AVR.

Diagram 13 shows a sequence of events for diagnosis purposes in case of an AVR over
temperature error.

85ºC

AVR 50ºC
temperature
(ºC)

25º
C
Status On
Contact
(C-NO) Off

Status On
LED Off
<10s 10s <10s 10s 10s

Time
Diagram 13. AVR over temperature

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4.2.4 Generator over temperature

The generator over temperature protection validates the generator temperature, measured on
terminals TH1-TH2. Either a clixon or thermistor may be connected, providing a high impedance
signal (>2k Ohm) in case of temperature error. If no temperature protection is required, terminals
TH1-TH2 must be shorted.

If an over temperature error is detected for 10 seconds, the AVR switches off the status contact.

If the error condition still exists 5 second after opening the status contact, field excitation is
stopped. In Self excitation-mode the AVR will shutdown and restart buildup, there for you must
shut down the generator in case of an error.

If the generator over temperature condition is relieved within 5 second after opening the status
contact, the contact closes again and normal operation proceeds.

A generator over temperature error is visualized by the status LED blinking red five times.
Removing the power supply by stopping the generator or opening the AVR On/Off contact at
terminals AVR1-AVR2 for 10 seconds will reset the AVR.

Diagram 14 shows a sequence of events for diagnosis purposes in case of a generator over
temperature error.

Open

TH1 – TH2
input

Closed

Status On
Contact
(C-NO) Off

Status On
LED Off
<10s 10s <5s 10s 5s

Time

Diagram 14. Generator over temperature

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4.2.5 Phase loss

The phase loss protection validates the presence of three generator phases on the terminals
U, V and W.

Upon missing of one or more phases for 300ms, the AVR switches off the status contact and
decreases the voltage set point to a low level. phase loss is visualized by the red status LED.

If the error condition still exists 5 second after opening the status contact, field excitation is
stopped. In Self excitation-mode the AVR will shutdown and restart buildup, there for you must
shut down the generator in case of an error.

If the generator phase loss condition is relieved within 5 seconds after opening the status contact,
the contact closes again and the voltage set point is ramped up again.

A phase loss error is visualized by the status LED blinking red six times. Removing the power
supply by stopping the generator or opening the AVR On/Off contact at terminals AVR1-AVR2 for
10 seconds will reset the AVR.

Phase loss protection is disabled in current control and the generator voltage is below
10% of Unom (voltage selection).

Diagram 15 shows a sequence of events for diagnosis purposes in case of a phase loss error.

400V
Generator
phase 0V
U, V or W
-400V

400V
AVR
reference
Voltage

U min
0V

Status On
Contact
(C-NO) Off
Status On
Led Off
<0.3s 0.3s 0.3s 5s

Time
Diagram 15. Phaseloss

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4.2.6 Loss of excitation (only for PFC)

If the AVR is in Power factor control, by shorting the PF1-PF2 terminals, the loss of excitation
protection is enabled.

The loss of excitation protection validates the field excitation current on terminals I1 (+), K1 (-).

If an excitation current lower than 250mA is detected for 5 seconds, the AVR switches off the
status contact. This status signal can be used to disconnect the generator from the bus.

If the error condition still exists 1 second after opening the status contact, field excitation is
stopped. In Self excitation-mode the AVR will shutdown and restart buildup, there for you must
shut down the generator in case of an error.

If the loss of excitation condition is relieved within 1 second after opening the status contact, the
contact closes again and normal operation proceeds.

A loss of excitation error is visualized by the status LED blinking seven times. Removing the power
supply by stopping the generator or opening the AVR On/Off contact at terminals AVR1-AVR2 for
10 seconds will reset the AVR.

Diagram 16 shows a sequence of events for diagnosis purposes in case of a loss of excitation
error.

Field
Excitation
(A)
0.25A

0A
Status On
Contact
(C-NO) Off

Status On
LED Off
<5s 5s <1s 5s 1s

Time
Diagram 16. Loss of excitation

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4.2.7 Loss of current sensing (only for PFC)

If the AVR is in Power factor control, by shorting the PF1-PF2 terminals, the loss of current
sensing protection is enabled.

The loss of current sensing protection validates the generator current on terminals k, l.

If a generator current lower than 1.5% of I nominal is detected for 5 seconds, the AVR switches off
the status contact. This status signal can be used to disconnect the generator from the bus.

If the error condition still exists 1 second after opening the status contact, field excitation is
stopped. In Self excitation-mode the AVR will shutdown and restart buildup, there for you must
shut down the generator in case of an error.

If the loss of current sensing condition is relieved within 1 second after opening the status contact,
the contact closes again and normal operation proceeds.

A loss of current sensing error is visualized by the status LED blinking eight times. Removing the
power supply by stopping the generator or opening the AVR On/Off contact at terminals AVR1-
AVR2 for 10 seconds will reset the AVR.

Diagram 17 shows a sequence of events for diagnosis purposes in case of a loss of curent
sensing error.

100%
Generator
Current
(A)

1.5%
0A
Status On
Contact
(C-NO) Off

Status On
LED Off
<5s 5s <1s 5s 1s

Time
Diagram 17. Loss of current sensing

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5. Settings and adjustments

5.0 Generator Voltage

The generator voltage setpoint is user adjustable by means of two

voltage potentiometers. For range voltage setpoint See 5.8.0.
The fine voltage potentiometer range is Unom ±1,5%.
Turning the potentiometers clockwise increases the generator
voltage, turning counter clockwise decreases the generator voltage.
Fig 5. Voltage adjustments

5.1 Current Limit

The generator current limit is adjustable by means of the I-limit switch. The switch positions and
corresponding current limits are depicted in table 9. The current limit percentages are derived from
the nominal generator current. The nominal generator current of 100% corresponds with a 0,5Aac
current on terminals k – l.
Please note that switch position 9 disables current limiting as well as the over current protection.
Operation with current limit settings above the generator’s nominal current should always take
place under continuous qualified supervision and within the limits set by the generator thermal
damage curve.

Switch position Current Limit

0 60%
1 80%
2 100%
3 125%
4 150%
Fig 6. Current Limit
5 175%
6 200%
7 250%
8 300%
9 Unlimited
Table 9. Current limit

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5.2 M-select (mode of operation)

The M-select (mode of operation) switch determines the AVR’s mode
of operation and underspeed characteristics. The switch positions and
corresponding modes are depicted in table 10. Ensure that the AVR’s
is in idle mode before changing the M-select setting. For a more
elaborate description of the control modes refer to Chapter 3. Fig 7. M-select

Switch Description Control Mode A1-A2 Underspeed Underspeed

position range Frequency VPH slope *
0 Constant Voltage Control ±10Vdc 47 Hz 8 V/Hz
1 Constant Voltage Control ±10Vdc 47 Hz 16 V/Hz
2 0-100% Voltage Control with A1-A2 0-10Vdc - -
3 0-100% Current Control with A1-A2 0-10Vdc 47 Hz 8 V/Hz
4 Constant Voltage Control ±10Vdc 57 Hz 8 V/Hz
5 Constant Voltage Control ±10Vdc 57 Hz 16 V/Hz
6 0-100% Voltage Control with A1-A2 0-10Vdc - -
7 0-100% Current Control with A1-A2 0-10Vdc 57 Hz 8 V/Hz
8 Volt per Hertz Control ±10Vdc - 8 V/Hz
9 Volt per Hertz Control ±10Vdc - 8 V/Hz
Table 10. M- select (mode of operation)
* VPH slope by Unom is 400V.

5.3 Stability
The generator stability and control response are adjustable by
means of the proportional gain and integral time potentiometers.
Turning the proportional gain potentiometer clockwise increases the
proportional gain, turning counter clockwise decreases the
proportional gain. Turning the integral time potentiometer clockwise
increases the integral time, turning counter clockwise decreases the
integral time. Turning the PI-controller must be performed by a Fig 8. Stability adjustments
control specialist to prevent damage to the AVR and generator.

Overshoot
Voltage
Prop. Gain

Recovery time

Int. Time
time

Fig 9. Stability behavior

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5.4 Droop
When the generator is in parallel operation with one or more generators, Quadrature Droop
Compensation is used to enable load sharing. The amount of voltage droop can be adjusted by
means of the potentiometer. The droop potentiometer range is Unom - 5% @ cosphi 0,85 inductive.
Turning the potentiometer clockwise increases the voltage droop,
turning counter clockwise decreases the voltage droop.
If the generator is not operating in parallel, turn the droop
potentiometer completely counter clockwise to disable voltage droop.
For a more detailed description of voltage droop see 3.2.0.

Fig 10. Droop adjustment

5.5 Accessories Range

Terminals A1-A2 are used to connect external accessories that

influence the AVR’s setpoint. The amount of influence can be
adjusted by means of the Accessories range potentiometer.
Terminals A1-A2 accept 0-10V or +/-10V, dependent on the mode of
operation as is described in table 11. If the no external accessory is
connected to terminals A1-A2, disable the input by turning the
accessories range potentiometer completely counter clockwise.
Fig 11. Accessories adjustment
Setpoint is limited by voltage range maximum. See 5.8

Description Control Mode A1-A2 Accessories influence on setpoint

range c.c.w. c.w.
Constant Voltage Control ±10Vdc 0% Unominal ±40% Unominal
0-100% Voltage Control with A1-A2 0-10Vdc 0% Unominal +100% Unominal
0-100% Current Control with A1-A2 0-10Vdc 0% Inominal +100% Inominal
Table 11. Accessories influence

5.6 Excitation ceiling

The excitation ceiling potentiometer is used to adjust the trip level of
the over excitation protection. The excitation ceiling potentiometer
range is linear, ranging from 1 to 15 Amps. Turning the potentiometer
clockwise increases the excitation ceiling current setpoint, turning
counter clockwise decreases the excitation ceiling current setpoint.
Be aware that increasing the excitation ceiling above generator limits
can cause permanent damage to the generators exciter field. For a Fig 12. Excitation ceiling
more detailed description of the over excitation protection see 4.2.2.

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5.7 Cosphi
The cosphi potentiometer is used to adjust the power factor setpoint
for power factor control. The cosphi potentiometer range is 0.9
capacitive to 0.6 inductive.
Turning the potentiometer clockwise will set a more inductive power
factor setpoint, turning counter clockwise a more capacitive setpoint.
Centre position corresponds with power factor 1.
Fig 13. Cosphi adjustment

5.8 Selection switches

The dipswitch can be used to set voltage range and buildup settings.
DIP 1 and 2 configure the input voltage range on the terminals
U, V and W. The switch positions and corresponding modes are
depicted in table 12. Ensure that the AVR’s is in idle mode before
changing the dipswitch setting. Fig 14. DIP Switches
DIP 3 and 4 configure Self Excite (SE) options. The switch positions
and corresponding modes are depicted in table 13.
Before DIP4 setting is altered the generator must be stopped and
the AVR power supply must be disconnected.

5.8.0 Voltage range selection

DIP1 DIP2 Voltage selection Range Over voltage

Unom Minimum Maximum value
OFF OFF 100V 88 132 138V
ON OFF 200V 158 253 263V
OFF ON not permitted
ON ON 400V 300 500 520V
Table 12. Voltage selector switches

5.8.1 Self Excite options

Switch Description Notes

DIP3 Enable/disable minimum setpoint SE mode See 5.10.1
DIP4 Enable/disable Self Excite (SE) Minimum supply input 5VAC
Table 13. Self Excites settings

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5.9 Factory settings

All new or AVR’s returned from service are supplied with factory settings as described in
table 14. Adjusting the factory settings must only be performed by qualified personnel who
understand the danger of electric shock hazards and have read and understood the user
instructions

Parameter Value Unit

Output Voltage 400 Vac
Current limit 125% Inom
Control mode Constant voltage
Underspeed knee 47 Hz
Underspeed ramp 8 V/Hz
Prop. gain 50 %
Int. time 50 %
Droop 0 Vac
Acc. range 0 %
Excitation Ceiling 100 %
Cosphi 1
TH1-TH2 Linked
s-t Linked
AVR1-AVR2 Linked
CAN1-CAN2 Linked
PF1-PF2 Open
Dipswitch 1 On
Dipswitch 2 On
Dipswitch 3 Off
Dipswitch 4 Off
Fuse 10AFF 5x20mm
Table 14. Factory settings

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5.10 Advanced settings

The LXCOS features the option to change several advanced settings to optimize regulation.
This chapter describes which settings can be adjusted and how to change those settings.
The advanced settings are available for firmware version 1.0 and higher.

Read this chapter carefully before changing any settings!

5.10.0 Flowchart adjusting advanced settings

Advanced settings can be adjusted according the following flowchart.

Start

Generator Shutdown?

Yes

With M-select, select which

Disconnect UH1, UH2/VH1, Setting is saved,
setting you want to change.
WH1, WH2 wires from LX449. REMOVE JUMPER.
Refer to figure 15 and table 15.

yes

With I-select, set the new value of

Open AVR1-AVR2,
the variable.
DIP3 and DIP4 off. Change more settings?
Refer to figure 16 and table 15.
yes yes

No
Apply an external supply source to
Place jumper on option connector
UH1-WH1.
as shown in figure 17.
Not exceeding max. ratings! Set M-select and I-select
back to previous position.

Status LED flashing Status LED flashing fast

Green - Off? Red - Off? Disconnect source and reconnect
UH1, UH2/VH1, WH1, WH2.

Close AVR1-AVR2,
Set DIP3 and DIP4 back
to previous position

Finished

Diagram 18. Flowchart advanced settings

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The M-select switch is used for selecting which setting to adjust.

The I-limit switch is used for adjusting the selected setting.

Fig 15. M-select for variable select Fig 16. I-limit for variable changing

Place the programming jumper as shown on fig 17. Damage to the AVR can occur in case the
jumper is misplaced

Fig 17. Jumper on option connector

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5.10.1 Advanced settings table

M-select Pos. 1: Pos. 2: Pos. 3: Pos. 4: Pos. 5: Pos. 6: Pos. 7: Pos. 8:

Buildup gain Stability gain Min. setpoint, Protections Buildup time Option ACC input Operation
I-limit (MULT) (DIV) SE mode. @ startup output modes modes

Excitation Voltage Inverted.

0,1 1
Pos. 0 0% loss 1 sec. Match output
(slowest) (fastest)
disabled disabled disabled

Excitation Voltage Inverted

Pos. 1 0,2 5 7,5% loss 3 sec. Match output
enabled enabled enabled

Phase Cosphi
Pos. 2 0,5 10 15% loss 5 sec. setpoint Unused
disabled disabled

Phase Cosphi
Pos. 3 1 15 22,5% loss 7 sec. setpoint Unused
enabled enabled

Current
Unused
Pos. 4 2 20 30% loss 10 sec. Unused Unused
disabled

Current
Pos. 5 4 25 37,5% loss 20 sec. Unused Unused
enabled

Pos. 6 6 30 45% Unused 30 sec. Unused Unused

Pos. 7 8 35 52,5% Unused 45 sec. Unused Unused

Pos. 8 10 40 60% Unused 60 sec. Unused Unused

Cosphi
14 45
Pos. 9 67,5% Unused setpoint Unused Unused
(fastest) (slowest)
0..255 sec.
Extra Extra Initial setpoint Enable or The speed Unused Enable or Enable of
multiplication division from which the disable the by which the disable the disable
factor for factor for AVR’s ramps desired AVR ramps desired mode of
proportional proportional up after field protections. from the modes of operation
Description gain. Only gain. flash. minimum operation.
applied Setpoint in % of setpoint to
during field voltage range the nominal
flash. selection Unom setpoint.

Table 15. Advanced settings

By setting both M-select and I-limit at 9 and by placing the programming header will reset the AVR
to factory default settings. Default factory settings are highlighted in table 15.

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6. Wiring Diagrams

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Breaker
Phase sequence:
U,V,W
kty/ptc -t° Mains

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l1
U V W N Rvoltage k1

Gnd
l
k
s
P1 S1 xxxV / 400V t
U
V
W
WH4 GND H L NC JTAG
1 UH4 Opt1
CA CA CAN D1 D2 Opt2
TH TH
1 2
UH1R N N
1 2 901
on

78
M-Select

23
UH1R 456
Status
1 2 3 4
dip

UH1R LED
Voltage
UH1 U course
s
UH1 fine
Prop

Stator
24 V Gain
t
Int.
UH2 W time
k
UH2R
Droop

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l
901
78
23

456
PF1
WH1R A1 Ac Ex Co I- PF2
A2 c -r ci sp Li
m
WH1R an ta hi it AVR1
ti
g e on AVR2
WH1R ce
ili
WH1 ng UH1
Wiring diagram LXCOS with aux windings

14 AVR On
WH2R Fuse UH1' / Off

Rotor
WH2R
WH2 UH2
I1
VH1
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I1' WH2

J1
J1
J1
J1R K1 WH1'
NO C NC
J1R
K1R K1' WH1

- + K1

Field
1

Exciter
Transformer is needed
for generator terminal
voltages higher than Status
400V +/- 10% @ 50Hz
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Breaker
Phase sequence:
U,V,W
kty/ptc -t° Mains

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U V W N Rvoltage k1

Gnd
l
k
s
P1 S1 xxxV / 400V t
U
V
W
WH4 GND H L NC JTAG
1 UH4 Opt1
CA CA CAN D1 D2 Opt2
TH TH
1 2
UH1R N N
1 2 901
on

78
M-Select

23
UH1R 456
Status
1 2 3 4
dip

UH1R LED
Voltage
UH1 U course
s
UH1 fine
Prop

Stator
24 V Gain
t
Int.
Wiring diagram LXCOS with PMG

UH2 W time
k
UH2R

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Droop
l
901
78
23

456
PF1
WH1R A1 Ac Ex Co I- PF2
A2 c -r ci sp Li
m
WH1R an ta hi it AVR1
ti
g e on AVR2
WH1R ce
ili
WH1 ng UH1
14 AVR On
WH2R Fuse UH1' / Off

Rotor
WH2R
WH2 UH2
I1
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VH1

I1' WH2

J1
J1
J1
J1R K1 WH1'
NO C NC
J1R
K1R K1' WH1

+ - K1

Field
1

Exciter
Transformer is needed
for generator terminal
voltages higher than Status
400V +/- 10% @ 50Hz

PMG
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Electronics

Breaker
Phase sequence:
U,V,W
-t°

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kty/ptc Mains

l1
U V W N Rvoltage k1

Gnd
l
k
1 s
P1 S1 xxxV / 400V t
U
V
W
WH4 GND H L NC JTAG
UH4 Opt1
CA CA CAN D1 D2 Opt2
TH TH
1 2
UH1R N N
1 2 901
on

78
M-Select
23
UH1R 456
Status
1 2 3 4
dip

UH1R LED
Voltage
UH1 U course
s
UH1 fine
Prop

Stator
xxxV / 115V 24 V Gain
1000VA t
Wiring diagram LXCOS self excite

Int.
W

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UH2 time
k
UH2R
Droop
l
901
78
23

456
PF1
WH1R A1 Ac Ex Co I- PF2
A2 c -r ci sp Li
m
WH1R an ta hi it AVR1
ti
g e on AVR2
WH1R ce
ili
WH1 ng UH1
14 AVR On
WH2R Fuse UH1' / Off
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Rotor
WH2R
WH2 UH2
I1
VH1

I1' WH2

J1
J1
J1
J1R K1 WH1'
NO C NC
J1R
K1R K1' WH1

+ - K1

Field
Exciter
1
Status
Transformer is needed
for generator terminal
voltages higher than
400V +/- 10% @ 50Hz
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7. CAN Interface
For external monitoring of the LXCOS EMRI give you the possibility to read out several values by
a serial CAN interface.

Serial-USB USB
Converter

RS232
Bus
Breaker

Phase sequence:
U,V,W
kty/ptc -t° Mains

U V W N
l1
CAN

12Vac Power
Rvoltage k1
Gnd

l
k
s
P1 S1 xxxV / 400V t
U
V
W
WH4 GND H L NC JTAG
1 UH4 Opt1
CAN D1 D2 Opt2
TH

UH1R
TH
CA

CA

2
1

901
Stator

1 2 3 4

on
1

UH1R M-Select
78

23

456
Status
UH1R
dip

LED
Voltage
UH1 U course
s
UH1 fine
Prop
24 V Gain
t
Int.
UH2 W time
k
UH2R
Droop
l
901
78

23

456
PF1
WH1R A1 PF2
A2
Ac

Ex

Co

I-

WH1R
Lim

AVR1
c

cit

sp
-r

h
at
an

AVR2
it
i
Rotor

WH1R
io
g

n
e

ce

WH1 UH1
ilin
g

14 AVR On
WH2R
WH2R
Fuse UH1' / Off Mains Power
WH2 I1
UH2
VH1 230Vac
I1' WH2

J1
J1
J1
Exciter

J1R K1 WH1'
NO C NC
Field

J1R
K1R K1' WH1

- + K1
1

Transformer is needed
for generator terminal
voltages higher than Status
400V +/- 10% @ 50Hz
AUX winding

Fig 18. CAN interface

For more information about this option please contact EMRI.

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Appendix

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A.1 General installation information

Absolute Maximum Ratings

- The Absolute Maximum Ratings are those limits for the device that, if exceeded, will
likely damage the device. Exceeding the absolute maximum ratings voids any warranty
and/or guarantee.

Mounting
- Mounting of the product should be done in such a way that the absolute maximum
ambient temperature rating of the product will never be exceeded.
- Mounting of the product should be done in such a way that maximum cooling (direction
of cooling ribs and direction of airflow) is achieved.
- Mounting of the product should be done in such a way that no humid air can flow
through the product or condensation occurs.
- Mounting of the product should be done in such a way that dust or other materials or
residue will not remain in or on the product.
- Mounting of the product should be done in such a way that the maximum vibration is not
exceeded.
- Mounting of the product should be done in such a way that personal contact with
persons is impossible.

Wiring
- Diameter size of the wiring should be enough to carry the expected current. Wire
insulation should be enough to withstand the expected operating voltages and
temperatures.
- To improve EMC emission and immunity, care should be taken for the lay out of the
wiring. This in respect to all wiring in the installation.
- Keep current carrying wires as short as possible.
- Keep wires carrying a total sum of zero Ampere close to each other, or in one single
cable. E.g. U, V, W or I1 (+) and K1 (-), or Phase and neutral, s and t.
- Avoid current carrying conductors next to sensing or control wiring. Especially current
controlled by SCR’s or PWM controlled transistors.
- If sensitive sensing signal cables need to be laid across distance along other cabling,
shielded cable is preferred.
Keep the shield as long as possible and the wiring outside the shield as short as
possible. Do not solder or shrink the shield to a regular wire. Connect the original shield
to ground at one side with an as large as possible contact surface.

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Additional installation information

- When the product is supplied by means of a transformer, it should never be an auto-

transformer. Auto-transformers react as voltage sweep up coil and may cause high
voltage peaks.
- Standard fit capacitors or over-voltage suppressers across I1 (+) and K1 (-), or exciter
field terminals inside the generator should be removed.
- When the product is supplied by means of a transformer, it should be able to carry at
least the maximum expected current. Advisable is, to have a transformer which can
carry twice the maximum expected current. Inductive loads make voltage sacks and
peeks into the secondary voltage of a transformer, from which the device may
malfunction.
- It is not recommended to apply switches in dc outputs. It is preferred to use switches in
the ac supply inputs of devices. In case it is unavoidable to have switches in the dc
output of a device, action must be taken to avoid over voltage damage to the device due
to contact arcing. Use a voltage suppressor across the output.
- It is not recommended to apply switches or fuses in the sensing lines. Defects can
cause high voltage situations due to over-excitation.
- When using a step down transformer in medium or high voltage generators, the
transformer should be three phase (if three phase sensing), and the transformer should
be suitable for acting as a sensing transformer. If the transformer is unloaded, connect a
resistor to avoid voltage waveform distortion.
- The phase relation from the generator to the AVR is important. Also when voltage
transformers and/ or current transformers are installed.
- When using a step down or insulation transformer in the droop circuit, phase relation
from the generator to the AVR is important.
- CT’s wiring, connected to the AVR should never be grounded.
- Always disconnect electronic products, circuits and people before checking the
insulation resistance (Megger check).
- Due to differences in generators impedance’s, EMC behavior is not predictable.
Therefore the commissioner / installer should be aware of proper and correct
installation.
- Large, highly inductive, exciter stator windings can cause destructive high voltage
peaks. Adding a resistor from 10 to 20 times the exciter stator field resistance reduces
voltage spikes. If necessary filter can be fitted additionally. (e.g. snubber, RC-network)
- Upon problems during commissioning, faulty behavior or defects in the generator,
consult the fault finding manual at our web site
- Some advises may be overdone or seem extraordinary, but since the electrical rules are
the same everywhere, these advises are given.

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A.2 Contact Manufacturer:

EMRI Electronics B.V.

Ramtec Marine Systems LLC Morsestraat 10 Elektrisk Drivteknik EDT AB
Kemah, Texas 6716 AH, Ede, Netherlands Kungälv, Sweden
Tel: +1-281-334-2904 Tel: (+31) 0318 620427 Tel: +46-705-28 20 60
Fax::+1-832-221-5642 Fax: (+31) 0318 634615 Tel: +46-709-50 47 90
Website: www.ramtec-marine.com Website: www.emri.nl Website: www.edtab.se
Email: waling@ramtec-marine.com E-mail: info@emri.nl Email:info@edtab.se

Rafeining ehf Myren & Co. AB Marel Serwis

Hafnarfjordur - Iceland Askim - Sweden Szczezin-Mierzyn - Poland
Tel: +354 565 3049 Tel: +46 317481860 Tel: +48 91 48 58 388
Fax: +354 565 3048 Fax: +46 317481870 Fax: +48 91 48 79 948
E-mail: rafeining@rafeining.is E-mail: myren@myren.com E-mail: handel@marel.szczecin.pl
Internet: www.rafeining.is Internet: www.myren.com Internet: www.marel.szczecin.pl

Frydenbø Electric A/S KDU Technical Services An-Elec Sp. z o.o.

Bergen - Norway Sharjah - United Arab Emirates Gdynia - Poland
Tel: + 47 55 34 91 00 Tel: +971-6-5575480 Tel: +48 58 668 44 00
Fax: + 47 55 34 91 10 Fax: +971-6-5575490 Fax: +48 58 668 44 66
E-mail: firma.fel@frydenboe.no E-mail: kdutech@kdutech.ae E-mail: info@an-elec.pl
Internet: www.frydenbo.no Internet: www.kdutech.ae Internet: http://an-elec.pl

Yneldo Electronics Cyclect Electrical Engineering MJR Controls

Roodepoort - South Africa Singapore Stockton on Tees - United Kingdom
Tel: +27(0)117637053 Tel: +65 6868 6013 Tel: +44 1642 762 151
Fax: +27(0)117634212 Fax: +65 6863 6260 Fax: +44 1642 762 502
E-mail: yneldo@yneldo.com E-mail: heng.p@cyclect.com.sg Email: chris.milner@mjrcontrols.com
Internet: www.yneldo.com Internet: www.cyclect.com.sg Internet: www.mjrcontrols.com

Stavros Kassidiaris S.A. Electricidad Juan Betancor S.L. North Star USA inc.
Piraeus - Greece Las Palmas – Canary Islands Fort Lauderdale, Florida
Tel: +30 210 4636000 Tel: +34 928327054 Tel: +1 800 571-4453
Fax: +30 210 4624471 Fax: +34 928327055 Fax: +1 3052985727
E-mail: info@kassidiaris.gr Email:admin@electricidadjbetancor. Email:ron@northstarusa.co
Internet: www.kassidiaris.gr com

See our website www.emri.nl for local suppliers

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 GND H L NC JTAG GND H L NC JTAG
Opt1 Opt1
CA CA CAN D1 D2 Opt2
TH TH
1 2
CA CA CAN D1 D2 Opt2
TH TH
1 2
N
1
N
2
LXCOS N
1
N
2
Firmware: V0.x 901 901

on
on

Hardware: V0.x

78
78
M-Select M-Select

23
23
Nr: 1234
Prod: 0106 Ede NL 456 456
DIP Status Status

1 2 3 4
1 2 3 4

dip
dip

M-Select LED LED

Voltage Voltage
U Voltage fine
course U course
Prop Gain s s
fine fine
Int. time Prop Prop
V Droop Gain V Gain
t t
Int. Int.
W time W time
k k

I-Limit
Cosphi

Acc-range
Exc. Ceiling
Droop Droop
l l
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78
78

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23

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NO C NC NO C NC

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X1

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k1

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l
T6 k
R1
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24

UH2
UH2R

13,14-QPF

WH1R
WH1R

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WH1
14
WH1 21L 22(i) 22(k) WH2R
WH2R
WH2
F1

J1
J1
G2
J1
J1R
J1R
K1R
K1

bei linkem Drehfeld Schaltbild für DSG-Generatoren (ab DSG 86…)

“U” und “W” tauschen mit Hilfswicklung AvK DSG 86-125_Low Voltage Generator LX_COS
exchange “U” and “W” Connection diagramm for DSG-generators ENG P.Lodder
at anti-clockwise rotating field (DSG 86…) with auxiliary windings
DATE Jan 2014
VERSION V1.0
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X1 U1 V1 W1 N E

L l
T6
K k

CA CA TH TH
N N 1 2
1 2

R1

G1 G3

UH1 11L 12(i) 12(k)

WH1 21L 22(i) 22(k)

F1

G2

AvK DSG 52-74 Low Voltage Generator LX_COS

ENG P.Lodder
DATE Jan 2014
VERSION V1.0
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X1 U1 V1 W1 E
X2

l1
k1

L l
l
T6 R1 k
K k T24 s
t
U
U
V V
N W W CA CA TH TH
N N 1 2
1 2
32
31
23
UH1R
UH1R
UH1R
UH1
UH1
24
UH2
UH2R 13,14-QPF
+ UH2R
UH3
V2 UH3
~ ~ 13
- WH1R
WH1R
WH1
14
WH2R
WH2
J2
J2
K2
K2
G3 J1
J1
J1
J1R
G2 J1R
U2 V2 W2
X1 K1R
K1

AvK DIG HV LX_COS

ENG P.Lodder
DATE Jan 2014
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X1 U1 V1 W1 E

l1
k1

l
L l
k
T6 s
K k T24 R1
t
U
U V
V W CA C TH TH
N AN 1 2
N 1 2
W WH4
UH4
UH1R
G3 UH1R
UH1R
UH1
UH1
24

UH2
UH2R
13,14-QPF
E2
T32
E1 a3
a2 WH1R
UH2 A 12(i) 12(k) a1 WH1R
x WH1R
UH1 X
WH1
WH1
B 22(i) 22(k) x 14
WH2
b1 WH2R
b2 WH2R
b3 WH2
F1

J1
J1
J1
J1R
G2 J1R
U2 V2 W2 K1R
X1 K1

AvK DIG MV LX_COS

ENG P.Lodder
DATE Jan 2014
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 Q1
U V W N E
W 2 1

V 4 3

U 6 5

L
l
CA CA TH TH
N N 1 2
1 2
setpoint potentiometer T6
Sollwertsteller [while] k

3 1 K UH3
2
K2
R1
l2
k UH1
l

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For interlocking
V1
of Generator C.B.
für Verriegelung
d. Gen.-schalters V3
31

32

G1 G2 G3

l1
K1
WH1
UH1
WH2
UH2

AvK DIDBN HV LX_COS

ENG P.Lodder
DATE Jan 2014
VERSION V1.0
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U V W N E

CA CA TH TH
N N 1 2
C1 1 2

R1

T6
13,14-QPF

G1 l1

G2

K1

UH1

UH2
G3
VH1

VH2

l1

K1
V15

AvK DIDBN LV LX_COS

ENG P.Lodder
DATE Jan 2014
VERSION V1.0
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 U V W N E

C1

CA CA TH TH
N N 1 2
1 2

R1

T6

l1

13,14-QPF
G1 G2

K1

11 12(i) 12(k)

21 22(i) 22(k)
G3

F1

AvK DKBN LV LX_COS

ENG P.Lodder
DATE Jan 2014
VERSION V1.0
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 U
U’
V
W
W’
R1
s
t
1 CA CA TH TH
N N 1 2
1 2
T6 2
J1 J1 R10
+
K1 K1 shunt
V2
- J2 J2
K2 K2
0
B

U3
~ 131211 K ~ 131211 K ~ 131211 K 13,14-QPF
UH’
UH UH
T4 WH WH

U V W N

E G2
G1 H1
H2

T1

T2
V3 V1

G1
G2
AvK DKB LV LX_COS
ENG P.Lodder
DATE Jan 2014
VERSION V1.0

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